June 10, 2024  --   Meet Ja’Dayia Kursh, Arkansas’ first black rodeo queen, during two special library appearances on June 12. She will talk about her new children’s book “Cowgirl J and The Magical Lasso,” share inspirational stories, rope tricks and rodeo tips.

  • Rudisill Regional Library, Wednesday, June 12 • 10:30-11:30 a.m.

For ages 4-11.

  • Hardesty Regional Library, 8316 E. 93rd St., Wednesday, June 12 • 3-4 p.m.

For ages 4-11.

   Ja’Dayia’s visit is part of Tulsa City-County Library’s 2024 summer reading program. Continuing through July 31, families will enjoy entertaining and educational stories at their favorite libraries.

   All four age groups - littles, children, teens/tweens and adults - can read their way to incentive prizes. Register online at, www.tulsalibrary.org/summer or visit any Tulsa City-County Library location or the Bookmobile to sign up. Readers can begin submitting their completed reading logs June 24 to receive their coupon booklet, prizes, and medals for littles and children. 

  Visit,www.tulsalibrary.org/summer and use the summer reading program event guide to discover book clubs, art lessons, storytimes, gaming nights, language classes, and more great programming for all ages.

   Thank you to the 2024 summer reading program presenting sponsors: Tulsa Library Trust, FC Tulsa, Oklahoma Department of Libraries, Tulsa Drillers, Tulsa State Fair, Tulsa Zoo, TulsaKids Magazine, Tulsa Ice Centers, IHOP, Whataburger and Williams.

   For a complete list of summer reading program prizes, programs and details visit, www.tulsalibrary.org/summer, or call the AskUs Hotline, 918-549-7323.

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