Upcoming Events

Teens, get ready to get crafty this holiday season! Join us for an afternoon of creativity as we explore different paper techniques to create one-of-a-kind holiday cards.

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.

Learn to code with Dash Robots! Kids will learn basic programming skills with hands-on activities that are sure to be fun. This month we will work in small teams to launch snowballs onto targets of varying points.  

Teens, join us and create a dazzling holiday ornament from resin!

Participants will need to return starting the following day to pick up their finished product.

Improve your English in this class made possible by Community Literacy Centers. This intermediate level class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:00-7:00pm. 

Learn an easy method to duplicating expensive brass Christmas bells! All supplies provided, sign up today with a friend!

Whether you've never wielded a paintbrush before or you're an accomplished artist already, join us to learn about a new artist each month and complete a project based on their work.

What's your sign? Join our expert astrologer to learn all about your zodiac sign and how it impacts your personality! Make sure that you come prepared with your birth date, what city you were born in, and what time of day you were born.

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

Celebrate the season in an evening of family fun as we embrace the warmth and wonder of winter traditions with activities, crafts, games, and delicious treats.

Come crochet with us! All skill levels welcome. Bring your hat kit from last month or bring your own project! Join us and share in community.

Hat pattern introduces a back loop only stitch, and uses a half-double crochet.

You’re never too young or too old to make art! Join us the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month for open-ended creation inspired by different artists and techniques. Children age six and younger should be accompanied by an adult.

Join us for Zine Canteen, our monthly meet-up for zine enthusiasts of all ages, teens and adults alike!

Learn the basics of becoming a U.S. Citizen! The Southern Oaks Public Library is partnering with Community Literary Centers to provide free weekly classes that explore the steps of the naturalization process.

Discover the power of music at your neighborhood library! Research proves that early integration of music into a child’s daily routine improves a child’s ability to think, create, and express.

So much more than books! Join us as a librarian introduces little ones to the library and shows parents/caregivers how to create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying rhymes, songs, books, and a craft.

Discover the power of music at your neighborhood library! Research proves that early integration of music into a child’s daily routine improves a child’s ability to think, create, and express.

Join Emily Naifeh from 3rd Street Yoga for a Sound Bath Meditation.

The Pet Food Pantry of Oklahoma, Central Oklahoma's Food Bank for Pets, will bring their mobile food pantry to the Ralph Ellison parking lot to give away food for your dog or cat. Food available while supplies last.

Join us every Monday and Friday that the library is open down in the first floor atrium. We have fantastic volunteer pianists playing our baby grand piano.

Need a place to play games with friends, work on your computer, or just visit? Join us for Community Room time every Friday from 1-3. For adults and teens.