Upcoming Events

Prepare for the U.S. Citizenship process in this class made possibly by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Wednesday from 4:30-6:30pm.

Total Wellness is a FREE interactive weight loss class for adults to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet for eight weeks. The goal of the class is for everyone to lose 5% of their body weight and become more active.

Join us once a month to discuss interesting books at the Belle Isle Book Club every 2nd Wednesday at 5:30 PM. Each month we'll let you know which title is up next. For October 9, 2024, please check back for this month's pick.

Calling all makers! Maker Meetup is a place to talk with other people just like you who prefer to make what they can on their own and to personalize the rest.

Learn the basics of English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This introductory level class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 6:00-8:00pm.

Have you been wanting to get into D&D but don't know where to start? Are you an experienced player looking for a new campaign to join? Players of all skill levels are invited to play in-person every other Wednesday August 14th- November 20th.

Join us for an enchanting evening under the open sky, where the wonders of space come alive through tales carefully selected to ignite curiosity and wonder.

Join us for this installment of Foodie Fun: The Cookie Swap

Improve your reading and other basic skills in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30-11:30am. 

Total Wellness is a FREE interactive weight loss for adults to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet for eight weeks. The goal of the class is for everyone to lose 5% of their body weight and become more active.

Playing with your baby or toddler is not only important for bonding but is also an educational experience for your child. We are providing a special time for you to come to the library and spend one-on-one time playing with your little one.

Learn ways to improve your overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow continuous movements.

Learn and practice computer basics in this hands-on class. Using laptops, staff will guide adult learners through the fundamentals.

Calling all Preschoolers, ages 3.5-5! What will be going on at the library today? Something exciting just for you! Will it be playtime, storytime, parachute play, or music play? No matter what, it will be fun, so come and see!

Do you have questions about which Medicare Plan is right for you?  Get help Navigating the Medicare Maze as you discover your best fit within the many Medicare options and deadlines. 

Similar to tag, Humans v Zombies is an interactive game where zombies attempt to decimate the human population. Everyone is equipped with a nerf gun except for the couple of "zombies" to start off the game.

Join us at the library for a chance to read to a loving therapy dog. Reading to dogs allows children to practice literacy skills in an encouraging, non-judgmental environment.

Kids and Teens, please join us! You will be learning how paper is made and then making it!

It's SpoOooOkY Halloween! Join the Ralph Ellison Library in celebrating at the Pumpkin Painting Party! Small pumpkins and paint supplies will be provided by the library.