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2017 Peggy V. Helmerich Distinguished Author Award

What The Peggy V. Helmerich Distinguished Author Award is an annual award given by the Tulsa Library Trust. Its purpose is to give formal recognition, on behalf of the Tulsa County community, to internationally acclaimed authors who have written a distinguished body of work and made a major contribution to the field of literature and letters. The award consists of a $40,000 cash prize and an engraved crystal book.

Local green thumbs invited to Kendall-Whittier Library plant swap

Have abundant spring rains left you with more tomatoes than okra growing in your garden? Then bring your extras to the “Plant Swap,” April 29, 1-3 p.m. at Kendall-Whittier Library, 21 S. Lewis, and exchange with other local gardeners. It is also a good opportunity to share gardening tips and get advice from other urban green thumbs. You can even check out seed packets from the library while you’re there.

Tulsa City-County Library to honor volunteers and award Marcus R. Tower Service Award

   From shelving books to helping children and adults learn to read, Tulsa City-County Library volunteers are the binding that holds the library story together.    Volunteers will be honored for years and hours of service during the 43rd annual Volunteer Recognition, April 23 at 2 p.m. in Central Library’s Pocahontas Greadington Learning and Creativity Center, Fifth Street and Denver Avenue.

One-of-a-kind Midcentury Modern Sculpture Donated to Tulsa City-County Library

   Stuart Price, local developer and owner of Price Family Properties, announced today that he will be donating a sculpture by Harry Bertoia that has graced downtown for over half a century to the Tulsa City-County Library.    The piece, once an operating fountain, will be put in the custody and care of the Tulsa City-County Library in order to make way for a recently announced parking structure in downtown. Talks regarding the donation have been going on for months. “We are very excited to be able to make this announcement today,” said Price. 

Celebrate National Bookmobile Day with Tulsa City-County Library

The wheels on the bookmobile go ‘round and ‘round, providing library resources to those who cannot travel to their community library.    April 12 is National Bookmobile Day, which celebrates the more than 900 bookmobiles providing vital services throughout the United States.

Tulsa City-County Library features family event: “From Russia to the Stars”

   The Tulsa City-County Library is taking learning up a notch, all the way to outer space. Families are invited to celebrate Cosmonautics Day and Children’s Day/Book Day     during “From Russia to the Stars,” April 15, 2-4 p.m. at Central Library, Fifth Street and Denver Avenue.

Celebrate National Library Week - "Libraries Transform"

This article is for archival purposes.  Services, such as wireless hotspots, may no longer be available.    Libraries are a resource for people of all ages to find information that can transform their lives. In countless communities across our nation children, students and adults turn to libraries to learn, grow and achieve their dreams.

Tulsa City-County Library Selected as Tulsa’s Best Place to Learn Something New

  The votes are in and Tulsan’s say their Tulsa City-County Library is the city’s Best Place to Learn Something New. The Tulsa Voice handed out the Library’s Best of Tulsa Award today. The local publication has been collecting votes and handing out the Best of Tulsa designations since 2015. Thousands of ballots and tens of thousands of individual votes are cast each year by local residents to decide which businesses and organizations take the top title.

“Teen Team” volunteers needed at Tulsa City-County Library for 2017 summer

 Tulsa teens, keep sharp this summer with the latest technology and books from around the world…all while serving your community. Interested? Join the library’s Teen Team.   Teens who love books, libraries and technology are encouraged to volunteer at their local library this summer as a member of the Teen Team.

Tulsa institution recognized as Finalist for 2017 National Medal for Museum and Library Service

WASHINGTON (March 20, 2017) – The Institute of Museum and Library Services today announced that the Tulsa City-County Library is among the 30 finalists for the 2017 National Medal for Museum and Library Service. The National Medal is the nation’s highest honor given to museums and libraries for service to the community. For 23 years, the award has celebrated institutions that demonstrate extraordinary and innovative approaches to public service and are making a difference for individuals, families and communities.