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CHILDREN, TWEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS NOW ENJOY NO LATE FEES

Submitted by John on Thu, 10/04/2012 - 2:14pm

   In an effort to encourage reading among Tulsa County’s youngest readers, Tulsa City-County Library announces a change to overdue fines for children, tweens and young adults.

Family Fun Continues During Hispanic Heritage Month with Andres Salguero

Submitted by John on Thu, 09/27/2012 - 11:49am

As Tulsa City-County Library continues the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, families are invited to experience singing and dancing during “Uno, Dos, Tres con Andres.”

   Andres Salguero will present an interactive children’s program, for ages 6 and younger, that teaches Spanish language and Latin American culture.  Children sing, shake and sound out rhythms while trying regional Latin dances and practicing Spanish words.  His visit is sponsored by the Tulsa Library Trust and the Tulsa Performing Arts Center Trust.

Books Sandwiched In Branches Out for Additional Reviews

Submitted by John on Tue, 09/25/2012 - 11:51am

   Tulsa City-County Library’s popular “Books Sandwiched In” series is branching out this fall.  A special four-part series is featured at Hardesty Regional Library’s Frossard Auditorium, 8316 E. 93rd St., Wednesdays in October, 12:10-12:50 p.m.

   The series is sponsored by the Friends of the Tulsa City-County Libraries.  Coffee and sandwiches are available for purchase or you may bring your lunch.

ODL Grant Supports Library's Adult Literacy Service

Submitted by Jackie on Thu, 09/13/2012 - 12:36pm

   The Oklahoma Department of Libraries announced that a $9,500 grant was awarded to Tulsa City-County Library’s Ruth G. Hardman Adult Literacy Service to support local adult literacy efforts.

   According to the 2003 Oklahoma State Assessment of Adult Literacy, 12 percent of Oklahomans over the age of 16 read at below basic level, with another 31 percent of adults having only the most basic reading skills. Individuals at these levels often face significant obstacles when trying to succeed in the workplace, community and everyday life.

"I'll Do It: Ada Lois Sipuel Fisher and the Fight for Civil Rights" Play to be Performed at Rudisill Regional Library

Submitted by John on Wed, 09/12/2012 - 10:48am

Tulsa City-County Library will present a benchmark in Oklahoma history, as well as U.S. history, with “I’ll Do It: Ada Lois Sipuel Fisher and the Fight for Civil Rights” Sept. 29, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Rudisill Regional Library, 1520 N. Hartford.  The play is free and open to all ages.

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