Join us for an early childhood art program for you and your little ones! A librarian will read a story connected to the art project, then guide caregivers and children through the art making process.

This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday in September. 

This event is held at multiple libraries.

Make a mess! We promise it’s okay. Come join us as we create interactive experiences for your child to create art through their own process. Hands? Fingers? Toes? You got ‘em...let’s use ‘em...to make ART!

Creating simple art is one of the building blocks of a child's development. Research proves that the process develops fine motor skills and aids in language development, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking skills.

Join us for coffee and conversation. Meet some of your neighbors and community members while connecting through conversation, creativity, and sharing. Enjoy books, board games, puzzles, dominoes, and cards. Looking for your next great read?

Table at Resource Fair at OCCHD

Join us for an early childhood art program for you and your little ones! A librarian will read a story connected to the art project, then guide caregivers and children through the art making process.

Do you enjoy quilting? Would you like to connect with other area quilters? The Ralph Ellison Library’s quilting club meets Mondays and Fridays from 11AM to 3PM. All levels welcome.

Youth ages 9-14 will learn coding and computer programming skills, and use those skills to create their own games and projects!

Chess sets may also be checked out for in-library use at any time by visiting the information desk. This is a recurring event and takes place every Friday. A similar club exists at multiple libraries.

Celebrate the power of storytelling and Hispanic Heritage month with a visit from award winning author and illustrator Xavier Garza.  Garza has performed his stories in venues throughout Texas, Arizona, the state of Washington, and now Oklaho