Attention:

The Ralph Ellison Library at 2000 NE 23rd St is closed for upgrades beginning April 16. We anticipate reopening on May 6.

Upcoming Events

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Location
Ongoing Events

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This event is in the "Adults" group.

Jones Book Club

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Calling all readers! Looking to build community and challenge yourself to discover new, exciting tales? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy lively conversation at your neighborhood library.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Neighborhood Forest Tree Pick-Up

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Neighborhood Forest Trees will be available for pick-up today at the Jones Library for folks that registered in advance.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

New Knitters

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

We have yarn and needles, and we're ready to knit! We will start with the basics and learn to knit together. Shown to reduce stress and foster a sense of calm, knitting serves as a creative outlet and can aid us in building healthy community.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Children Reading to Dogs

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

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 event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
Birth-PreK
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes

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!

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Seed Library

9:00am - 10:00am
Teens, Adults
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Passive Program (Jones)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Spring will blow in with the gales later this month! Don't be caught off guard as gardening season quickly approaches. Come check out our small collection of vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. We welcome seed donations, too!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Library Scavenger Hunt

12:00pm - 1:00pm
All Ages
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Passive Program (Jones)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Games & Gaming
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

May Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Teens, Adults
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Jones)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Game Night

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knitters' Circle

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

We have yarn and needles, and we're ready to knit! Join us to learn the basics or work on an ongoing project.  All skill levels welcome.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Children Reading to Dogs

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

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 event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
Birth-PreK
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes

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!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Sound Bath Meditation

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Jones Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join wellness practitioners Anna and Mark from MARKANNA Wellness for a peaceful sound bath and meditation experience.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Game Night

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Description:

Take a break! Join us to meet new friends or spend time as a family playing together. Playing tabletop games helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Spice Chronicles Ch 5: Shawarma

All Day
Kids, Teens, Adults
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Jones)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

What better way to explore the world than through food! Spice Chronicles will introduce you to knew flavors from around the globe through regional spice mixes.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Accordingly, the Library will not be liable for such harm to any individual resulting from such allergens.

Food ingredients in this kit have been repackaged by staff.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knitters' Circle

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

We have yarn and needles, and we're ready to knit! Join us to learn the basics or work on an ongoing project.  All skill levels welcome.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Children Reading to Dogs

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

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 event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
Birth-PreK
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes

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!

Library Closed

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Almonte Library, Belle Isle Library, Bethany Library, Capitol Hill Library, Choctaw Library, Del City Library, Downtown Library, Edmond Library, Harrah Library, Jones Library, Luther Library, Midwest City Library, Nicoma Park Library, Northwest Library, Ralph Ellison Library, Service Center, Southern Oaks Library, The Village Library, Warr Acres Library, Wright Library, Off Site, All Locations

Library Closed

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Almonte Library, Belle Isle Library, Bethany Library, Capitol Hill Library, Choctaw Library, Del City Library, Downtown Library, Edmond Library, Harrah Library, Jones Library, Luther Library, Midwest City Library, Nicoma Park Library, Northwest Library, Ralph Ellison Library, Service Center, Southern Oaks Library, The Village Library, Warr Acres Library, Wright Library, Off Site, All Locations
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Jones Book Club

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Calling all readers! Looking to build community and challenge yourself to discover new, exciting tales? If so, then look no further! Come meet new friends, read new books, and enjoy lively conversation at your neighborhood library.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Seed Library

9:00am - 10:00am
Teens, Adults
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Passive Program (Jones)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

The ground is warming and the daylight hours are lengthening. Get those warm season seeds in the ground! Come check out our small collection of vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. We welcome seed donations, too! Visit our seed library today.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Library Scavenger Hunt

12:00pm - 1:00pm
All Ages
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Passive Program (Jones)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Games & Gaming
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

June Mindfulness Journal

All Day
Teens, Adults
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Jones)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Description:

When is the last time you took time to sit and breathe? Mindfulness is the practice of being present in a moment and taking a step back from our chaotic lives.