Visit Ralph Ellison Library for a poem a day during National Poetry Month, featuring different poets, eras, and subjects. You just might find a new favorite!
Do you need help with job applications? Unemployment benefits? SNAP Benefits? Finding a place to live? Affordable healthcare or more? Visit our OU social work students and DHS Embedded Worker for help!
Let your imagination soar at our toddler craft time! We will use an assortment of odds and ends to create our very own works of art. A librarian will be on hand to provide you with all the resources you need to spread your artistic wings!
Disclaimer(s)
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program.
This course will offer you the basics of how to create an herb garden using different growing methods such as hydroponics, containers, raised beds, and growing from cuttings.
Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!
No matter your level of experience there is something to gain from these all level classes. Yoga has numerous benefits, such as increased flexibility, improved muscle strength, increased blood flow, better posture, balance, and more!
Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!
*Please register every child in your group.
Let’s get stronger, together! Evidence suggests that Tai Chi is an effective means of improving balance, strengthening muscles, and building confidence to prevent falls. Tai Chi is a low-impact dance-like exercise that can be performed almost anywhere.
Disclaimer(s)
The library is not liable for injuries to people, damage to their property or loss of property belonging to individuals or groups, using the meeting rooms.
Enjoy beautiful piano playing provided by a wonderful volunteer in our atrium every Monday and Friday from 12pm-1pm. Bring your lunch or grab a bite from Not Your Average Joe's Coffee Shop located right next door.
The OKC Mobile Market offers fresh produce to residents of Oklahoma County at no cost. We know that access to fresh fruit and vegetables is a barrier for many folks in the community, not only due to food deserts, but also the rising cost of food.
Do you like to study or read with chill music and lofi beats? Are you looking for a communal workspace with a great atmosphere and free coffee? Join us for Lo-fi Study Hour every Friday and Saturday from 2-5pm.
Practice makes perfect in sports, and the same is true in school. Join us on Fridays to practice reading with a volunteer tutor or get help with your homework. No registration is required. Recommended for grades K-6.
It’s your move! Want to increase your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Learn how to play chess or develop your existing skills against other players in a friendly environment. Players of all abilities are welcome. Chess boards are provided and library materials are available for further learning.
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.