TCCL Blog

TCCL Celebrates: Chinese New Year

Do you know much about the Chinese New Year? If your answer is “not really” or “I’d like to know more,” then you’re in luck! We have many free, virtual resources available to help you learn or teach others about the annual holiday, celebrated this year on Feb. 12.

TCCL Celebrates: February Authors

Each month, we highlight relevant author birthdays to celebrate. In the post below, click on the author’s name to find titles by them in our catalog. Read a little bit about each author, then follow the link to learn more about them in our Biography in Context database.

Resource Spotlight: Book Clubs

Throughout January, we shared information about the many books clubs TCCL offers on our social media channel! Now that our book clubs meet virtually, they're easier than ever for you to join. Below is a complete list of our current monthly book clubs. Learn a little bit about the book club host, meeting pattern and reading interests.

TCCL Celebrates: Children's Literature with Books to Treasure

The Books To Treasure program celebrates the beauty and power of children’s literature. Sponsored by the Anne and Henry Zarrow Foundation since 2003, Books To Treasure has grown into a Tulsa tradition for all second-grade students in Tulsa County. These youngsters receive a free copy of a treasured illustrator's book, the chance to get their very own library card, and an opportunity to see the illustrator in person or, this year, online. Learn more about the annual program here on our website.

TCCL Celebrates: January Authors

Each month, we highlight relevant author birthdays to celebrate. In the post below, click on the author’s name to find titles by them in our catalog. Read a little bit about each author, then follow the link to learn more about them in our Biography in Context database.

Resource Spotlight: Christmas Recipes 'Round the World

Christmas foods and feasts vary more than other holiday meals.

Resource Spotlight: Holiday Books, Music & Movies

Spark or spread the holiday cheer with digital items in our apps! This post explores the holiday book, music and movie offerings available for you to check out from the comfort of your home. New to our apps?

Resource Spotlight: D.I.Y. Holiday Gifts

This holiday season will inevitably look and feel different from most years. Of course, there are some things that haven’t changed, such as our inclination to gather (even virtually), exchange gifts and reflect. Whether you’re wrapping up or mailing off holiday gifts for your friends and family or just searching for crafting ideas while stuck inside during cold weather, these resources are sure to help!

How To TCCL: Using the Gale Virtual Reference Library

In this post: What is this database? Where can I find it?

TCCL Celebrates: Hanukkah Foods

There are two dishes most widely associated with Hanukkah: latkes and sufganiyot. Whether or not you celebrate Hanukkah, learning about this holiday and food culture is a great way to bond with family and friends, embrace other customs and expand your culinary expertise!