Upcoming Events

Please register children only. Bring the whole family!

Discover a world of free resources available through your library! In this class, you'll learn how to navigate our online databases to access everything from research tools and learning materials to entertainment and more.

Come Listen to the Music of Ella Fitzgerald, sometimes referred to as the "Queen of Jazz" and George Benson, an American jazz fusion guitarist, singer, and songwriter as you enjoy Scratch Art.

Interested in knitting or learning how to knit?

Join us for a Storytime geared toward those who are deaf, hard of hearing, or coda.  This event is intended for families and all members are welcome to attend.  Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parent

16+ Come join us in making a brooch pin. You can make your brooch like the one in the picture, or you can modify it with your creativity! This project is made by layering shrink plastic and adding a bead. 

Join us at the Ralph Ellison Library to learn how to play the fantasy card game Magic The Gathering! You will have the chance to sort cards, build a deck, and play a match.

Do you want to attend the Book Lover's Ball on February 15th, but don't have a costume yet?

This month's book club meeting we're discussing: "The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared" by Jonas Jonasson.  Visit the library or call us to reserve previous book club titles today!

Buckle up for a special playtime all about cars, trucks, and things that go! We'll get into gear with our favorite transportation themed stories and afterwards play in our own mini-city and make art - with cars!

Teens, join us and learn acrylic painting techniques! This month, we will be painting a pair of love birds. You will leave with a completed painting.

3D Glasses and the Magic of Colors!

Join us for an exciting STEM event where we will embark on a journey celebrating African American History Month and learn about the inventor of 3D glasses and t

Do you crotchet, knit, paint, draw, or sew

Need a place to get to work on your latest project or want to meet up with other crafty people?

Come join us at Let's Get Crafty! 

Discover the flavors and traditions of the Vietnamese Tet Festival (New Year) in this hands-on workshop! Learn how to make Bánh trôi, delightful rice flour dumplings filled with cane sugar crumbles, similar to sweet chewy mochi.

Celebrate being in your reading era! This extravaganza for readers will feature book displays, swag and giveaways, bookish crafts, drawings for prizes, activities for kids, and more.

Where candy meets chemistry! Join us at the library as we transform everyday treats into amazing experiments, engineering sweet structures and discovering the colorful magic of candy and science.

Join us on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month to explore and learn more about science, technology, engineering, art, and math via an engaging activity or craft. Supplies will be provided. Recommended for ages 5 - 12.

Book Bans are happening all around the country, but why? What in these books are so concerning? Let's read and discuss! All adults are welcome, whether you are a parent or not. 

Join us for a building extravaganza at the library! Stop by our different stations to free build using a variety of blocks, including LEGOs, jumbo LEGOs, K'nex, magnetic tiles, Lincoln logs and so much more!

Grab you chainsword and turn the tide against the Tyranid swarm for the first Ralph Ellison Warhammer club. First session will be assembling armies followed by a brief rules overview. Second session on will be devoted to playing.

Join us for all level Yoga and Meditation classes taught by a certified yoga instructor. Yoga has numerous benefits, such as increased flexibility, improved muscle strength, increased blood flow, better posture, balance, and more!

Interested in learning to play Pokemon? Are you a seasoned pro? Somewhere in between? There is a game for you at Del City Library Pokemon League!

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Are you looking for a supportive community of writers with whom you can share your work?