Press Releases

Imani Winds to Share Music at Rudisill Reigonal Library

   Enjoy an evening with the Grammy-nominated quintet Imani Winds, May 7, 7-8:30 p.m., at Rudisill Regional Library, 1520 N. Hartford.  Their performance is for all ages, and free and open to the public.    Since 1997, the quintet has carved out a distinctive presence in the classical music world with dynamic playing and inspirational outreach programs.  They have five releases on E1 Music, including their 2006 Grammy Award nominated recording entitled “The Classical Underground.”  They also have recorded for Naxos, Blue Note and Warner Classics.

Two Tulsa Roughnecks Take Time From the Pitch for Storytime

   Tulsa Roughnecks Oscar Jimenez and Andy Lorei take a break from the pitch to share their love of books during a storytime at Martin Regional Library, 2601 S. Garnett Road, April 30 at 4 p.m.    Jimenez and Lorei will share their favorite children’s books, and talk about the importance of maintaining a strong mental and physical balance.

Creative Writing Workshop Offers Tips for Young People's Creative Writing Contest Entrants

   “Write every day.”  That is the advice any award-winning author gives to aspiring writers.  The continuous practice helps build essential storytelling skills as well as establishing a daily routine to fuel creativity.    Tulsa City-County Library’s annual Young People’s Creative Writing contest can help achieve a writing routine.  The contest is geared much like a publisher works.  You are given deadline, parameters and encouraged to submit your best story.

Tulsa City-County Library to Host "Lead the Change" Workshop

     Tulsa City-County Library was chosen as only one of six locations nationally to host Library Journal’s “Lead the Change” workshop April 24, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., at Hardesty Regional Library, 8316 E. 93rd St.    Librarians from a tri-state area will participate in the “Lead the Change” workshop which provides insights and tools to redefine collection development and reader’s advisory strategies, and transform book stacks into vibrant discovery centers that engage readers and drive circulation.

Touch-a-Truck Event to Super Size Owasso Library

   Through a child’s eyes everyday occurrences seem larger than life and sometimes out of reach.    Families are invited to explore and discover dozens of big trucks and emergency vehicles during “Touch-A-Truck.”  The Owasso Library, 103 W. Broadway, will transform the parking lot into a child’s perfect playground, April 25, 10 a.m.-Noon.

Celebrate National Library Week, April 12-18: "Unlimited Possibilities @ Your Library"

   To recognize the library’s importance in the community, Tulsa City-County Library presents “Unlimited Possibilities @ Your Library,” during National Library Week, April 12-18.

Award Ceremony Set for Adult Creative Writing Contest

   After the ink dried and the printers cooled the best entries were selected as the winners in the Tulsa City-County Library’s 2015 Adult Creative Writing Contest.   An award ceremony to celebrate local wordsmiths is scheduled for April 11, 2:30 p.m. at the Rudisill Regional Library, 1520 N. Hartford.

Tulsa City-County Library Seeks Teen Team Summer Volunteers

   Teens who love libraries, books and technology are encouraged to volunteer at their local library this summer as a member of the Teen Team.    Tulsa City-County Library is currently accepting applications for Teen Team volunteers for the 2015 summer.  Applicants must be 13-15 years old and capable of volunteering several hours a week at their community library.  Duties include assisting librarians with activities associated with the children’s summer reading program.

"Share Your Story" to Support Tulsa City-County Library's Quest for the 2015 National Medal for Museum and Library Service

   On April 2 you are invited to “Share Your Story” and help show how Tulsa City-County Library supports lifelong learning throughout our community.    Visit the Institute of Museum and Library Services’ Facebook page, www.facebook.com/USIMLS, and share your stories and photos showing how Tulsa City-County Library is making a positive impact for individuals and families in Tulsa County.

Jenks Library to Close March 16-21 to Implement New Service Model

   The Jenks Library, 523 W. B St., will close for one week, March 16-22, for a remodeling to better serve the 21st century library customer.    Once reopen, the library will feature the New Service Model, which was created to structure and operate facilities and services in such a way that libraries remain sustainable and best serve the Tulsa County community into the future.    Renovations include new interior paint, carpeting, self-check stations, improved signage, reconfigured workroom and public workspaces, and a streamlined information desk.