Upcoming Events

Express yourself in Teen Zine! Join us at the library for a creative journey where each teen crafts their own magazine spread reflecting their unique interests, passions, and identity.

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 in making Shrinky Dink crafts! You can color provided materials or draw your own! We will melt the plastic and turn them into shapes and charms. You can make all kinds of creations!

Teens, do you know everything there is to know about legendary superstar Taylor Swift? Come face off against other Swifties to prove it! You may even win a prize.

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. 

Embark on an adventure beyond your imagination with our library's Minecraft program! Dive into the limitless possibilities of this virtual world as you build, create, and explore alongside fellow gamers.

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.

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?

Celebrate your love for literature by decorating the edges of your favorite book! This event will include supplies, instructions, and ideas for ways to memorialize your fondness with a unique design. 

Bring Your Own Book!

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. 

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.

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.

Open to all teens aged 12-18. Apply online so that you can receive volunteer hours for your participation.

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.

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, Wednesday, and Friday that the library is open down in the first floor atrium. We have fantastic volunteer pianists playing our baby grand piano.