Press Releases

Novel Talk Series Continues with "The Help"

     Tragedies that evoke laughter have long been the mainstay of great literature.    Join a distinguished panel of experts March 12, 7-8:30 p.m. in Hardesty Regional Library’s Frossard Auditorium, 8316 E. 93rd St., for “Novel Talk Presents Laughing Through Tears: Humor & Heartbreak in Literature.”  The discussion focuses on the contemporary classic “The Help” by Kathryn Stockett and how she manages to combine humor and heartbreak in thematically illuminating ways.    Speakers include:

Books Sandwiched In Series Keep the Pages Turning

  Even though Central Library is closed for renovations, the popular “Books Sandwiched In” book review series is keeping the pages turning.    Each Monday, March 10-April 21, 12:10-12:50 p.m., enjoy hearing enlightening book reviews of today’s most compelling and relevant novels at Oklahoma Methodist Manor’s Fleming Center, 4135 E. 31st St.  You may bring lunch as you enjoy the program.    March 10 • “Eisenhower: The White House Years” by Jim Newton

American Indian Programs Featured at Tulsa City-County Libraries in March

  Learn the comic book business from published authors, hear Joy Harjo read her children’s book and participate in authentic American Indian storytelling.    Each March, Tulsa City-County Library celebrates the achievements of the American Indian culture.  By providing a variety of programs from nationally-recognized performers, families see first-hand the contributions of American Indians.  All Tulsa City-County Library programs are free and open to the public. Events scheduled during the month include:

Tulsa Ranked No. 9 in Library Services in 2013 Most Literate Cities Study

     Tulsa is one of the top cities in the country when it comes to literacy.    The prestigious Central Connecticut State University’s recently released 2013 Most Literate Cities study ranks Tulsa No. 9 in library services, moving up one spot from 2012.  Tulsa remains in the Top 25 Most Literate Cities in the overall study, having slipped two spots to No. 24.  Neighboring Oklahoma City ranked No. 51.

Tulsa City-County Library Expands Free Music Download Service

     Tulsa City-County Library is helping library customers connect with the music they enjoy by expanding a popular music service.    Beginning this week, library cardholders will have two additional Freegal Music downloads per week.  Now, each week you can select 5 songs from dozens of genres and more than 7-million songs from 10,000 music labels, including Sony Music Entertainment.  Freegal Music is designed for all musical preferences.  New songs and labels are added weekly to keep the selection current.

Paper Airplane Fly-Off Set to Soar at Schusterman-Benson Library

   Soar into an early spring with the “Paper Airplane Fly-Off,” Feb. 3, 3:30-4:30 p.m. at Schusterman-Benson Library, 3333 E. 32nd Place. This free event is for ages 5-12.    Learn new designs, such as the Arrow, Dart, Hoop Glider and Whirlybird, or create your own aerodynamic marvel.  There will be books on various designs to help with the precision folding.  Special prizes will be awarded for distance and design.

Mr. Henry's Books Teacher Workshop Scheduled for Tulsa County Teachers

     Fourth- through eighth-grade teachers in Tulsa County are invited to attend the Mr. Henry’s Books Teacher Workshop, Feb. 22, 9 a.m. - Noon, at Hardesty Regional Library, 8316 E. 93rd St.

Girl Scout Cookie Box Construction Contest Takes Shape at Hardesty Regional Library

    Hardesty Regional Library, 8316 E. 93rd St., will transform as a roomful of emerging female engineers use 3,000 empty Girl Scout Cookie boxes to build designs inspired by the 2014 Sochi Olympics.    Six teams will begin construction Saturday, Jan. 25 at 10:30 a.m. and continue until 5 p.m.  Judging will be based on originality, creativity, technical difficulty, teamwork and advanced meeting with their mentor.  Prizes will be awarded at gold, silver and bronze levels.

Suburban Acres Library Presents African-American History Month Essay Contest

     In honor of African-American History Month, Suburban Acres Library, 4606 N. Garrison, is hosting an essay contest for students in grades five through seven.    The theme is “An African-American of the 21st century is important to me because he/she has…”  Essays must be 1-2 well-developed paragraphs and no more than two pages in length.  Submissions must include a cover page and be neatly printed or typed.  A computer is available for use at any Tulsa City-County Library.

Savvy Social Security for Baby Boomers

Social Security is far more complicated than most people realize. The decisions baby boomers make now can have a tremendous impact on the total amount of benefits they stand to receive over their lifetime. To help demystify and better understand the Social Security system, an educational workshop titled “Savvy Social Security for Baby Boomers” is scheduled for Jan. 21, 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Hardesty Regional Library, 8316 E. 93rd St. Chuck Maddin, independent financial services professional, will help guide and answer questions on these topics: • Will Social Security be there for me?