Press Releases

Communitywide reading initiative features author and musician Michelle Zauner

June 15, 2023    Tulsa City-County Library (TCCL) invites Tulsa County residents to join the conversation and participate in “One Book, One Tulsa,” a communitywide reading initiative focusing on Michelle Zauner’s bestselling memoir “Crying in H Mart” and culminating with a free presentation by the author.

Tulsa City-County Library announces lead gift for capital campaign

July 25, 2023 The Tulsa City-County Library announced today a leadership commitment of $5 million from Tulsans Bob and Leslie Pritchard to support the Brookside Library replacement as part of the “My Library, Our Future” capital campaign. This lead gift is an important beginning for the private fundraising effort expected to continue into 2024.

Jeanne B. Goodwin Storytelling Festival brings imagination to life at the library

July 6, 2023 - The annual Jeanne B. Goodwin Storytelling Festival celebrates the rich tradition of sharing wisdom through words and activities. All ages can enjoy storytelling, crafts, games and prizes at the celebration on July 12, 10:30 a.m.-noon, at Rudisill Regional Library, 1520 N. Hartford.

Meet bestselling author Nikki Grimes

June 29, 2023                          

Celebrate Family History Month in July with enlightening workshops from the Genealogy Resource Center

June 27, 2023    Discover and share your family’s heritage with a series of free workshops from the Genealogy Resource Center at Tulsa City-County Library.

Celebrate 20 years of Hardesty Regional Library

June 26, 2023    Help Tulsa City-County Library (TCCL) celebrate the 20th anniversary of Hardesty Regional Library with crafts, performances and activities for all ages.

Storytime in the Park is the perfect time for families to enjoy bubbles, dancing and nature

June 7, 2023 - You know Tulsa City-County Library’s summer reading program is here when families line the river’s edge for stories, songs and dancing. Enjoy “Storytime in the Park,” Thursdays at 10 a.m. on June 8, 15, 22, 29 at the QuikTrip Plaza at River Parks, 41st and Riverside. Each program features interactive stories, songs and activities encouraging children to develop a love of reading. Bring a blanket or chair to enhance the storytime comfort, then cool off in the splash pad. Scheduled performances include:

Expand your reading horizons with “Take 5” book presentations

May 23, 2023 - Join five local readers from diverse backgrounds as they each share five books they love during “Take 5: All Together Now” June 1, 7-8 p.m. at Zarrow Regional Library, 2224 W. 51st St. The evening also includes book trivia and door prizes.

TCCL’s 2023 Summer Reading Program features programs and activities for all ages

May 8, 2023   Tulsa City-County Library’s 2023 summer reading program, “All Together Now: Kindness Friendship & Unity,” is the perfect summer tradition for all ages. The annual program, ongoing June 1-July 31, is filled with free performances and great prizes.    Featuring live performances from local and national artists, families will enjoy seeing entertaining and educational stories come to life at their favorite libraries.

Celebrate Asian culture through art, performances, activities and food at Tulsa City-County Library's Asian American Festival

May 3, 2023 Celebrate and learn about Asian American cultures and customs with entertaining, educational events for the entire family at Tulsa City-County Library’s 21st annual Asian American Festival on Saturday, May 20 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Martin Regional Library, 2601 S. Garnett Road. Admission is free.