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EVENT GUIDE | FEBRUARY 2020
American Indian
Meet Anita Hill African-American
Festival of Words
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American Heritage Bowl. Pictured, left to right, are: Zion Boone, sixth grade;
Louis Henderson, sixth grade; Cole Bentley, eighth grade; Malking Watkins,
eighth grade; and Caleb Laird, eighth grade. See Page 14 for related story.
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Monday, Feb. 17 for Presidents Day.
NOW OPEN AT in this issue
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Mon.-Thur., 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Adults & All Ages A Woman Makes a Plan Riot Baby All Adults Here NFL 100 Molly
1
Fri. & Sat., 7 a.m.-8 p.m. By Maye Musk By Tochi Onyebuchi By Emma Straub By Craig Ellenport By Colin Butcher
Sankofa Freedom Award Honoring Anita Hill 2 The international supermodel Rooted in the hope that can A warm, funny and As the NFL celebrates Molly is no ordinary deputy,
Sun., 7 a.m.-5 p.m.
American Indian Festival of Words 5 shares personal stories and live in anger, Riot Baby is keenly perceptive novel its monumental 100th but a black Cocker Spaniel.
lessons learned from a life as much an intimate family about the life cycle season, this vivid Trained by the top canine
Teens & Tweens 7 of “living dangerously – story as a global dystopian of one family – as the retrospective pays tribute behavioral experts at
Tulsa Day of YA 8 carefully.” Maye Musk at 71 narrative. It burns fearlessly kids become parents, to America’s game in Medical Detection Dogs,
HEARING LOOP is a fashionable, charming, toward revolution and has grandchildren become spectacular fashion. Molly can find missing cats
AVAILABLE AT Young People’s Creative Writing Contest 11 jet-setting supermodel with quietly devastating things to teenagers, and a – who are uniquely skilled
THESE LOCATIONS. After-School Homework Club 12 a fascinating and tight-knit say about love, fury and the matriarch confronts the at eluding humans – by
Switch hearing aid to T-coil. circle of family and friends. black American experience. legacy of her mistakes. detecting a unique scent
African-American Heritage Bowl 14
But things were not always signature, and she has
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Computer Classes & Technology 16 so easy or glamourous. been wildly successful.
adults & all ages
Aaronson Auditorium
A.R. and Marylouise Tandy Foundation Children’s Garden Digital Literacy Lab 17
AAON Inc. Computer Lab Children 18
Mary K. Chapman Children’s Storytime Room
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center Build A Reader 21
HARDESTY REGIONAL LIBRARY Library Locations 26
BIXBY LIBRARY String Art for Adults BROKEN ARROW LIBRARY
Connor’s Cove 20 E. Breckenridge Tuesday, Feb. 25 • 6:30-7:30 p.m. 300 W. Broadway
Frossard Auditorium Create your own design or use a
Literary Ladies of Bixby template, and then finish with nails Cover to Cover Book Club
MARTIN REGIONAL LIBRARY
Wednesday, Feb. 19 • 2-3 p.m. and string to make your own string art! Tuesday, Feb. 4 • 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Auditorium
Read “The Pioneers” by David McCullough Please bring a hammer. Registration is Join us for lively discussion and literary
RUDISILL REGIONAL LIBRARY and then join us for a lively discussion. required. Call 918-549-7323 to register. fun as we explore “The Sun Does Shine:
Ancestral Hall Copies of the book are available for checkout How I Found Life and Freedom on Death
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at the Bixby Library or as e-books. Light Row” by Anthony Ray Hinton. For adults.
refreshments are served. For adults.
This publication is printed on partially recycled paper.
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BROKEN ARROW LIBRARY/SOUTH Yoga for Every Body Street Times, among others. Registration is readers of YA are welcome! Registration
3600 S. Chestnut Tuesdays, Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25 • 5:30-6:30 p.m. required. Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events is required, and lunch is provided. Visit
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Location: Aaronson Auditorium or call 918-549-7323. For adults. www.tulsalibrary.org/tulsa-day-ya to register
Great Decisions All skill levels are welcome to join us for this or for more details. For teens and adults.
Wednesdays, Feb. 5, 19 • 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. beginning yoga class taught by certified yoga Travels With Tulsans: Ireland –
Join us as we discuss a variety of timely topics instructor Christine Von de Veld. Bring your own A Child of Dargle River Returns Maker Monday: DIY Polystyrene Jewelry
of national and local interest. For adults. yoga mat or use one of ours. For adults and teens. Wednesday, Feb. 19 • 12:10-12:50 p.m. Monday, Feb. 24 • 5:30-7 p.m.
Location: Aaronson Auditorium Location: Maker Space
Beyond the Book Travels With Tulsans: Bicycling Through China Take a trip with us and enjoy this travelogue Join Tulsa Artist Fellow Emily Chase and
Thursday, Feb. 20 • 2-3 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 5 • 12:10-12:50 p.m. presented by Kevin Byrne, whose father learn how to make beautiful and unique
Love talking about books? So do we! Join us Location: Aaronson Auditorium hailed from the Irish town of Bray. Byrne
HONORING to discuss “White Houses” by Amy Bloom. Take a trip with us and enjoy this travelogue has traveled to Ireland six times to explore
polystyrene jewelry. Registration is required.
Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events
Reserved copies are available at the library. presented by the Rev. Marlin Lavanhar. his roots and rediscover his father’s beloved or call 918-549-7323. For adults.
Light refreshments are provided. For adults. Shortly after graduating from Tulane home country. Sponsored by Friends of the
University, Lavanhar traversed China as part Tulsa City-County Libraries. For adults. Travels With Tulsans: Antarctica
BROOKSIDE LIBRARY of a life-changing three-year bicycle trek by Way of Argentina
1207 E. 45th Place across the globe. Sponsored by Friends of Between the Covers Book Club Wednesday, Feb. 26 • 12:10-12:50 p.m.
SATURDAY, FEB. 15 • 10 A.M. Brookside Book Discussion
the Tulsa City-County Libraries. For adults. Thursday, Feb. 20 • 6-7 p.m. Location: Aaronson Auditorium
Location: Chapman Storytime Room
RUDISILL REGIONAL LIBRARY Monday, Feb. 10 • 1:30-2:30 p.m. A Good Yarn Are you a romance lover? This book club is for
Take a trip with us and enjoy this travelogue
presented by George Moudry, a seasoned
Read “The Library Book” by Susan Orlean and Monday, Feb. 10 • 6-7:30 p.m. you! Join us as we discuss “The Unhoneymooners,”
Anita Hill, native Oklahoman attorney, author, educator and traveler. Moudry set out from Argentina
then join us for a lively discussion. For adults. Location: Maker Space an enemies-to-lovers story by award-winning duo
advocate for civil and women’s rights, will receive the 2020 for a trek to behold the vast icy beauty of
Sankofa Freedom Award, presented by the Tulsa City-County Craft with yarn! Bring your current project, or let Christina Hobbs and Lauren Billings. For adults. Antarctica. Sponsored by Friends of the
Library’s African-American Resource Center and the Tulsa Library CENTRAL LIBRARY us teach you some basic stitches and use materials
Fifth Street and Denver Avenue Tulsa City-County Libraries. For adults.
Trust. The award, which consists of a $10,000 cash prize and we provide to start your first masterpiece. All Tulsa Day of YA: Opening Keynote Address
engraved plaque, is given biennially to a nationally acclaimed experience levels are welcome. For adults. Justina Ireland in Conversation
individual who has dedicated his/her life to educating and Movie Matinee: “Groundhog Day” (PG) ‘Another Chapter’ Book Discussion
improving the greater African-American community. With Juliana Goodman Thursday, Feb. 27 • 2-3 p.m.
Sunday, Feb. 2 • 2-4 p.m. Travels With Tulsans: Surprising Pakistan Friday, Feb. 21 • 7-8:30 p.m. Location: Greadington Center
Since receiving her juris doctorate from Yale Law School in
Location: Greadington Center Wednesday, Feb. 12 • 12:10-12:50 p.m. Location: Greadington Center Read or listen to “Men We Reaped: A
1980, Hill has taken passionate, purposeful steps toward Join us as we celebrate Groundhog Day with Location: Aaronson Auditorium Justina Ireland, bestselling author of “Dread Memoir” by Jesmyn Ward and then join the
eliminating inequality, and has spent decades advocating this comedy classic from 1993. Free popcorn Take a trip with us and enjoy this travelogue Nation” and other books for young adults, will discussion. No time to finish, but want to see
for gender and racial equality in financial and educational will be provided. For adults and teens. presented by Rodger Randle, former Tulsa
opportunities as well as in the workplace. In all of her be in conversation with Tulsa Artist Fellow what the hype is all about? No problem, we
mayor. After several trips to Lahore and the Juliana Goodman. Books will be available for
endeavors, Hill has marked herself as a voice for those Walk-In Health-Care Assistance look forward to having you! For adults.
who are unable or unwilling to speak out against Punjab region of Pakistan, Randle remains purchase, courtesy of Magic City Books. A book
Monday, Feb. 3 • 9 a.m.-noon
oppression and misconduct. fascinated by the people, sights and colors signing will follow. The main Tulsa Day of YA COLLINSVILLE LIBRARY
Location: Zink Family Study Room
of the country. Sponsored by Friends of the conference will take place Feb. 22. Don’t forget 1223 Main
Hill is the author of her 1998 memoir Speaking Tulsa Healthcare Coverage Program will be
Tulsa City-County Libraries. For adults. to register for this free day of writing workshops
Truth to Power and the 2012 Reimagining here to provide individualized assistance
Equality: Stories of Gender, Race and Finding and author panels! Call 918-549-7490 for more All Thumbs Knitters
with SoonerCare, Insure Oklahoma and Pen to Paper: Creative Writing Workshop
Home. She co-edited the 1995 Race, Gender information. Sponsored by Tulsa City-County Wednesdays, Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26 • 12:30-2:30 p.m.
the Affordable Care Act. Please bring ID Saturday, Feb. 15 • 2-3:30 p.m.
and Power in America: The Legacy of the Library, Tulsa Library Trust, Nimrod International All levels of knitting ability are welcome to
Hill-Thomas Hearings. Her story is told in and income verification. For adults. Location: Greadington Center
Journal and Tulsa Studies in Women’s join us for this fun afternoon. For adults.
the 2013 documentary film Anita: Speaking Calling all writers! Join Josh Wann for this
Truth to Power. Maker Monday: Book Wreaths Literature Journal. For teens and adults.
workshop designed to help writers boost their Collinsville Book Discussion
Monday, Feb. 3 • 5:30-7 p.m.
engagement with the creative process and Tuesday, Feb. 11 • noon-1 p.m.
Location: Maker Space Tulsa Day of YA: Author Panels,
craft of writing. Wann is a writer, humorist and Read “Where the Crawdads Sing” by
Create a beautiful wreath from the pages of Writing Workshops and More!
an educator for Tulsa Public Schools and Tulsa Delia Owens and then join us for a lively
damaged or discarded books. Registration is Saturday, Feb. 22 • 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Community College. His poetry, short stories and discussion. Sponsored by the Friends
required. Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events Location: Greadington Center
essays have been published in Hard Crackers, of the Collinsville Library. For adults.
or call 918-549-7323. For adults. This free one-day event celebrates young
Dragon Poet Review, Concis and The Black Wall
adult literature, writing, authors and fans. All
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adults & all ages adults & all ages
COLLINSVILLE LIBRARY continued Sweet and Simple DIY Chocolate Spoons HELMERICH LIBRARY Planner Social Hour
Saturday, Feb. 8 • 3-4 p.m. 5131 E. 91st St. Tuesday, Feb. 18 • 5:45-6:45 p.m.
Patchworkers Quilting Location: Maple Room Location: Conference Room
Tuesday, Feb. 11 • 6-7:45 p.m. Drop by to create your own delightfully Adventure Club: Dungeons & Whether you use a pen, washi tape
Bring your latest project and join us for an evening delicious chocolate-dipped spoon that is Dragons @ the Library or planner stickers, all types of
of quilting and friendly conversation. For adults. perfect for stirring your cocoa or coffee this Mondays, Feb. 3, 10, 24 • 4-6 p.m. planners are welcome. For adults.
winter! Supplies are provided. For all ages. Heroes needed! Join us for our weekly game
GLENPOOL LIBRARY of Dungeons & Dragons. Due to limited Club de lectura
730 E. 141st St. Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Club seating, registration is required. Call 918- Saturday, Feb. 22 • 11 a.m.-noon
Thursday, Feb. 13 • 7-8 p.m. 549-7323 to register. For ages 12-18. Location: Conference Room
Chicks Knit and Lit
Location: Digital Lounge Si tienes ganas de leer y conversar, únete a
Fridays, Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28 • 1-3 p.m. HERMAN AND KATE KAISER LIBRARY
Join fellow fantasy/science fiction enthusiasts nuestro club de lectura. Lee “Más fuerte que
Bring your own project and join us for good talk, 5202 S. Hudson Ave.
to discuss “An Enchantment of Ravens” by nunca” de la prestigiosa socióloga Brené
laughter and fun. It’s not just knitting anymore.
Margaret Rogerson. Isobel, a gifted painter, Brown y luego reúnete con nosotros para Celebrate the history, culture, arts and achievements of American Indians
We also have people who sew, crochet, and do Creative Truths: A History Book Discussion
gets into trouble after she paints a portrait of una animada conversación. Puedes recoger through a series of enlightening family programs at your local libraries.
scrimshaw and leather work too. For adults. Saturday, Feb. 22 • 9-10 a.m.
Rook, the fairy autumn prince, with sorrow in el libro en la Biblioteca Regional Martin.
Join librarians Mark and Sarah to discuss
My Oily Valentine!
his eyes, an image that threatens both of their
“Home Fires: The Story of the Women’s MAXWELL PARK LIBRARY
2020 American Indian Make and Take: Making Pucker-Toe
Baby Moccasins
Circle of Honor
lives as they find themselves on the wrong side
Saturday, Feb. 8 • 1-2:30 p.m. Thursday, March 12 • 5:30-7:30 p.m.
of the law for their love. For ages 16 and up. Institute in the Second World War” by Julie 1313 N. Canton
We will make lip balm, sugar scrub and bath Glenpool Library • 730 E. 141st St.
salts using the most delicious ingredients and
great smelling oils. Registration is required. Call
Digitized County Records on FamilySearch.org
Summers. The program starts before the library
opens, so enter via the lobby. For adults. Monthly Movie @ Maxwell Park:
“Toy Story 4” (PG)
celebrating Registration is required.
Preserving Our Tribal Languages Forum
918-549-7323 to register. For ages 10-adult.
Wednesday, Feb. 19 • 10-11:30 a.m.
Location: Maple Room JENKS LIBRARY Saturday, Feb. 8 • 2-4 p.m. Walter Echo-Hawk Saturday, March 14 • 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Zarrow Regional Library
Locating online historical U.S. county records 523 W. B St. It’s the second Saturday of the month
Your Spring Garden: Garden Prep and you know what that means ... Movie Saturday, March 7 • 10:30 a.m. Native STEM: Fossils Come Alive!
has been difficult until now. FamilySearch.org Zarrow Regional Library • 2224 W. 51st St.
Tuesday, Feb. 11 • 6:30-7:30 p.m. Be My Valentine Day! Join us for the latest in the “Toy Story”
For Ages 5-12
is digitizing and offering them for free Tuesday, March 17 • 1-2:30 p.m.
Soil pH? Drip irrigation? Is your garden ready Wednesday, Feb. 12 • 10 a.m.-6 p.m. saga. Popcorn will be made fresh every 30
on its website. Discover how to access Zarrow Regional Library
for beautiful flowers and produce? Join Induction into the Circle of Honor is a celebration
Stop by and make a valentine to keep or give minutes while the film plays. For all ages. Registration is required.
these useful records. For adults. of the honoree’s actions in
OSU Master Gardeners as they share how to away. Supplies are provided. For all ages. the face of adversity,
Storytelling With Mike Pahsetopah
prepare your garden for the year. For adults. OWASSO LIBRARY commitment to
Courageous Community Conversations – the preservation
Thursday, March 19 • 4-4:45 p.m.
Jenks Library Book Discussion Group 103 W. Broadway Kendall-Whittier Library • 21 S. Lewis
Leaving Home: The Refugee Experience of American
Your Spring Garden: Terrific Tomatoes! Thursday, Feb. 20 • 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Thursday, Feb. 20 • 7-8:30 p.m. Indian culture
Tuesday, Feb. 18 • 6:30-7:30 p.m. Make and Take: Beading Medallions
Join us for a lively discussion Fiction Addiction Book Club and legacy
Saturday, March 21 • 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Location: Frossard Auditorium
Love homegrown tomatoes? We do, too! Join of great books for adults. Monday, Feb. 10 • 6-7 p.m. for future
Zarrow Regional Library
Join in an eye-opening exchange of ideas as we generations.
us as OSU Master Gardeners present how to get Love talking about books? So do we! Join Walter Echo-
Registration is required.
seek to gain insight into the unique challenges
the most out of your plants this year. For adults. MARTIN REGIONAL LIBRARY us to discuss “Finding Dorothy” by Elizabeth Hawk, Pawnee,
Make and Take: Cherokee Pottery
refugees in our community encounter and the 2601 S. Garnett Road is an author,
strengths they bring. “The Ungrateful Refugee” by Letts. Reserved copies of the book are attorney and
Monday, March 30 • 4:30-5:30 p.m.
HARDESTY REGIONAL LIBRARY available at the front desk. For adults. legal scholar.
Owasso Library • 103 W. Broadway
8316 E. 93rd St. Dina Nayeri will be our primary text for discussion, Full Cup Book Club
detailing personal accounts and insights into the Wednesday, Feb. 12 • 10-11 a.m. PRATT LIBRARY Sponsored by The Maxine and Jack
LitWits’ Book Club refugee experience. For those who are more drawn Location: Storytime Room 3219 S. 113th W. Ave., Sand Springs Zarrow Family Foundation, Dr. Frank and
Wednesday, Feb. 5 • 6:30-7:30 p.m. to fiction, “Exit West” by Mohsin Hamid provides Read Linda Holmes’ “Evvie Drake Starts Mary Shaw, Greater Tulsa Area Indian
Location: Oak Room a thought-provoking perspective on similar issues Over,” a romantic comedy named by NPR Make-and-Take Sewing Class
Affairs Commission, Visions and Voices,
El Chico, Tulsa Library Trust and Tulsa
Join fellow book enthusiasts to discuss “A Study in through the lens of magical realism. For adults. as one of the best books of 2019. Then, join Monday, Feb. 10 • 10 a.m.-noon City-County Library’s American Indian
Scarlet Women” by Sherry Thomas and discover us for coffee, tea and a lively discussion Bring your own fabric or use some of ours as Resource Center.
similar authors and titles you may enjoy. For adults. with fellow readers. For adults. you learn how to make a simple yet beautiful
apron from scratch. For beginners to advanced
sewists. For all ages; age 13 or younger must be
accompanied by a companion age 16 or older.
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adults & all ages
RUDISILL REGIONAL LIBRARY
1520 N. Hartford
SCHUSTERMAN-BENSON LIBRARY
3333 E. 32nd Place
ZARROW REGIONAL LIBRARY
2224 W. 51st St. new and coming soon titles
Sankofa Freedom Award Honoring Anita Hill Mystery Readers Book Club West Tulsa Dulcimer Club Search the library’s catalog at www.TulsaLibrary.org to reserve your copies now.
Saturday, Feb. 15 • 10 a.m.-noon Thursday, Feb. 6 • 2-3 p.m. Tuesdays, Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25 • 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Location: Library Hall Join us for a discussion of our favorite mysteries! Join the West Tulsa Dulcimer Club as they meet
TCCL’s African-American Resource Center and We do things a little differently – no special each week to share their love of music. Come
the Tulsa Library Trust will present the 2020 book to read each month. Simply discuss what to practice, learn or just listen to the sweet
Sankofa Freedom Award to Anita Hill, native you’ve been reading and get suggestions from sounds of the dulcimer! Extra dulcimers will be
Oklahoman attorney, author, educator and others. From classics to the latest whodunits on hand for those who do not have their own
advocate for civil and women’s rights. The and cozy mysteries, we read and discuss and are ready to learn. For adults and teens.
award, which consists of a $10,000 cash prize them all. As always, coffee will be served –
and feel free to bring snacks! For adults. Kiowa Language Class
and an engraved plaque, is given biennially
Tuesdays, Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25 • 6:30-8:30 p.m.
to a nationally acclaimed individual who has
Art Lab: Watercolor Resist Paintings This class is presented by the Kiowa Nation’s
dedicated his/her life to educating and improving
Thursday, Feb. 6 • 6-7 p.m. Tulsa Kiowa Language and Cultural Revitalization
the greater African-American community.
We’ll create beautiful artwork using watercolor Program and sponsored by the American
Since receiving her juris doctorate from Yale
paints and various other media to add Indian Resource Center. For adults and teens.
Law School in 1980, Hill has taken passionate,
purposeful steps toward eliminating inequality, texture and interest. Space is limited on
Shawnee Language Class Gravity Lucky Caller Beetle Battles The First Conspiracy The End of the World
and has spent decades advocating for gender first-come-first-serve basis. For adults.
Wednesdays, Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26 • 6-8 p.m. By Sarah Deming By Emma Mills By Douglas Emlen By Brad Meltzer and Beyond
and racial equality in financial and educational
Art Lab: Wand Making Come and learn the native tongue of the Shawnee Sixteen-year-old Gravity With the warmth, wit, Join scientist Doug In 1776, an elite group By Avi
opportunities as well as in the workplace. In
Thursday, Feb. 20 • 5:30-7:30 p.m. people. This class is provided by the Shawnee Delgado has been breaking intimate friendships and Emlen on his quest of soldiers were After his thievery conviction
all her endeavors, Hill has marked herself as a
The wand may choose the wizard, but who says a Tribe’s Language Department. For adults and teens. records and competitors heart-melting romance to find out why an handpicked to serve as in 1724, Oliver Cromwell Pitts
voice for those who are unable or unwilling to
crafty witch or wizard can’t make their own? Come since she started boxing she brings to all her elusive type of beetle George Washington’s is sent from England across
speak out against oppression and misconduct. D&D Character Creation Workshop Series: Bards
and create some fun wands with us! Supplies are with a legendary coach books, Emma Mills crafts grows weapons bodyguards. Washington the Atlantic to America
Thursdays, Feb. 6, 20 • 6-7 p.m. at age 12, and now will a story about believing that are enormous trusted and relied on where he is enslaved on a
provided. For elementary students to adults.
African-American Heritage Bowl: 1921 Making player characters is big part of D&D reach the Olympics if her in yourself, owning your for its body size. them, but unbeknownst tobacco farm, never giving
Tulsa Race Massacre Centennial Edition (Dungeons & Dragons). This series guides
SUBURBAN ACRES LIBRARY home life and romance mistakes and trusting to him, some of the up on finding his sister,
Thursday, Feb. 27 • 6-9 p.m. you through creating the different types of
4606 N. Garrison do not distract her. in human connection. guards were part of Charity, brought to the
teens & tweens
TEAM REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Feb. 10 classes in the Player’s Handbook (5th ed.) and a treasonous plan. colonies on a different ship.
Participation is open to junior high schools, possibly beyond! The bard plays music that
A Virtual Tour of African-American
high schools, social and business organizations, weaves magic, and the bard’s magic is very
History in America
churches, book clubs and families. The versatile. The player has multiple options for
Saturdays, Feb. 8, 22 • 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
competition features a Junior High School choosing paths for this class to mold it into
Join us as we celebrate African-American History
Bowl, High School Bowl and a Community Bowl. just about any type of character. Create your
Month by exploring various online resources
Trophies will be awarded for first, second and inner performer with us. Bring your game
to inform, educate, inspire and introduce the
third place in each bowl. Plus, first-place Junior dice if you have some. For ages 10-adult. BIXBY LIBRARY frustration on our broken-heart piñata and BROKEN ARROW LIBRARY
history of African-Americans in America.
High School Bowl and High School Bowl teams 20 E. Breckenridge watch “10 Things I Hate About You” (rated 300 W. Broadway
will receive Amazon Fire tablets for each team Sista’ Chat Book Club PG-13), a classic, modern retelling of the
member. Each team can consist of up to four Saturday, Feb. 29 • noon-2 p.m. Anti-Valentine’s Day Party “Taming of the Shrew.” For sixth-12th graders. Read or Die: Anime Club
players and two alternates. Only two teams Join us as we acknowledge the 1921 Tulsa Tuesday, Feb. 11 • 4:30-6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15 • noon-1:30 p.m.
may compete per school. Team registration Race Massacre by reading “Red at the Sick of cupid? Hating all the excess hearts and Random Fandom Tuesday Fellow anime and manga lovers, join us
deadline is Feb. 10. Contact Adrienne.Teague@ Bone” by Jacqueline Woodson, author of flowers? If you’re not a fan of the overrated Tuesday, Feb. 18 • 6-7 p.m. as we discuss, watch and increase our
tulsalibrary.org to register and for a team packet. the 2014 National Book Award-winning Hallmark holiday, you’re in luck! Join us for Love Harry Potter, “Star Wars” or manga? overall knowledge of anime and manga.
Sponsored by Tulsa City-County Library’s “Brown Girl Dreaming.” For adults. an afternoon of anti-romance where we’ll Join us as we discuss our favorite fandoms Snacks are provided thanks to the Friends
African-American Resource Center, the Tulsa partake in “un-festive” snacks, create your and characters along with a fun activity. Light of the Helmerich Library. For ages 12-17.
Library Trust, and Jim and Sally Frasier. own anti-romance book cover, make some snacks are provided. For sixth-12th graders.
anti-Valentine’s Day cards, take out some
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teens & tweens teens & tweens
BROKEN ARROW LIBRARY/SOUTH Yoga for Every Body required. Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/ readers of YA are welcome! Registration is
3600 S. Chestnut Tuesdays, Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25 • 5:30-6:30 p.m. events or call 918-549-7323. For ages 13-18. required, and lunch is provided. Visit www.
Location: Aaronson Auditorium tulsalibrary.org/tulsa-day-ya to register or
LEGO Build All skill levels are welcome to join us Digital Illustration for Beginners for more details. For teens and adults.
Monday, Feb. 10 • 10:30-11:30 a.m. for this beginning yoga class taught by Tuesday, Feb. 18 • 6:30-8 p.m.
Get hands-on experience with certified yoga instructor Christine Von Location: Digital Literacy Lab After-School Homework Club: Storytelling
engineering principles as you design de Veld. Bring your own yoga mat or use Join artist Lauren Quigley and learn about Saturday, Feb. 22 • 1:30-3 p.m.
and build with LEGOs. For ages 5-18. one of ours. For adults and teens. the basics of Clip Studio Paint, layers, Location: Intergalactic Spaceport & Emporium
brushes, destructive editing and tools of Learn how to sharpen your writing
Teen Game Night Garageband 101 the trade. Registration is required. Register skills in order to tell the perfect story.
Friday, Feb. 14 • 4-5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7 • 2:30-4 p.m. at www.tulsalibrary.org/events or call Snacks are provided. For ages 9-14.
Enjoy a huge selection of card, dice and Location: Digital Literacy Lab 918-549-7323. For adults and teens.
tabletop games. For ages 12-18. Come and learn the basics of audio editing If You Were a Video Game Character
with Garageband, a powerful tool you Intro to Laser Engraving Monday, Feb. 24 • 4-5 p.m.
In the Middle Book Club can use for editing a podcast, creating Thursday, Feb. 20 • 6-7 p.m. Location: Digital Literacy Lab
Monday, Feb. 24 • 6:30-7:30 p.m. music and more! Registration is required. Location: Maker Space Design your own 8-bit video game character
Join us as we discuss “Marty McGuire Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events or Check out our laser engraver to see how to and create theme music to go with it.
Digs Worms” by Kate Messner and have call 918-549-7323. For teens and adults. get started using it and what types of projects Space is limited. Registration is required.
a fun activity related to the book. Light you can make. After attending this orientation, Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events
snacks are provided. For ages 9-12. Photoshop Lab: Sketch Tools you can start making appointments to use the or call 918-549-7323. For ages 12-18.
Tuesday, Feb. 11 • 6:30-8 p.m. equipment for your own projects. Registration is
BROOKSIDE LIBRARY Intro to CNC Milling
Location: Digital Literacy Lab required. Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events
1207 E. 45th Place Thursday, Feb. 27 • 6-7 p.m.
Join us as we cover the basics of sketching or call 918-549-7323. For adults and teens.
Location: Maker Space
with Adobe Photoshop. Learn about layers
Altered: Teen Maker Club Check out our desktop CNC mill to learn how to
Author Panels, Writing Workshops and More! Thursday, Feb. 6 • 4-5 p.m.
and brush tools. You should have experience Tulsa Day of YA: Opening Keynote Address
use it and start working on your own projects.
using a computer. The Adobe Creative Justina Ireland in Conversation
Do you like art, crafting, writing or DIY culture? After attending this orientation, you can start
Suite is available for library customer use With Juliana Goodman
We’re going to explore them all. For ages 10-18. making appointments to use the equipment
Central Library • Pocahontas Greadington Learning in the Digital Literacy Lab after attending Friday, Feb. 21 • 7-8:30 p.m.
for your own projects. Registration is required.
& Creativity Center • Fifth Street and Denver Avenue Cookie Decorating an orientation. Registration is required. Location: Greadington Center
Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events or
Friday, Feb. 14 • 4-5 p.m. Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events or Justina Ireland, bestselling author of “Dread
•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Join us to decorate sugar cookies with icing, call 918-549-7323. For adults and teens. Nation” and other books for young adults, will
call 918-549-7323. For adults and teens.
sprinkles and other sweets. For ages 10-18. be in conversation with Tulsa Artist Fellow
OPENING KEYNOTE ADDRESS ALL-DAY CONFERENCE Young People’s Creative Writing
Digital Literacy Lab Orientation Juliana Goodman. Books will be available for
Friday, Feb. 21 • 7-8:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22 • 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Contest: Open Editing
CENTRAL LIBRARY Wednesday, Feb. 12 • 12:30-1:30 p.m. purchase, courtesy of Magic City Books. A book
Saturday, Feb. 29 • 1:30-3 p.m.
Justina Ireland in Conversation Lunch provided; Tuesday, Feb. 25 • 5:30-6:30 p.m. signing will follow. The main Tulsa Day of YA
Fifth Street and Denver Avenue Location: Intergalactic Spaceport & Emporium
with Juliana Goodman registration required. Location: Digital Literacy Lab conference will take place Feb. 22. Don’t forget
Are you planning on entering this year’s
•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• After-School Homework Club: Seasonal Poetry
Saturday, Feb. 1 • 2-3 p.m.
Want to learn more about the AEP/PSO
Foundation Digital Literacy Lab? Come and
to register for this free day of writing workshops
and author panels! Call 918-549-7490 for more
contest? If so, drop in and get some help with
drafting and editing your work. Snacks are
Tulsa Day of YA celebrates young adult literature and those who love it by bringing together Location: Intergalactic Spaceport & Emporium see what we’re about! Registration is required. information. Sponsored by Tulsa City-County
provided, while supplies last. For ages 13-18.
authors, fans and aspiring writers through workshops, panel sessions and academic discussion. Explore different poetry styles and be Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events or Library, Tulsa Library Trust, Nimrod International
inspired by great poets. Snacks are provided. call 918-549-7323. For adults and teens. Journal and Tulsa Studies in Women’s
Featured authors include Justina Ireland, Cindy Pon, Ally Carter, Sonia Gensler, M. Molly Backes COLLINSVILLE LIBRARY
For third through eighth graders. Literature Journal. For teens and adults. 1223 Main
and Juliana Goodman. Register/More Information: www.tulsalibrary.org/tulsa-day-ya
Make Art With Screen Printing
Movie Matinee: “Groundhog Day” (PG) Thursday, Feb. 13 • 4-5:30 p.m. Tulsa Day of YA: Author Panels, Valentine’s Day Cookie Decorating
Sunday, Feb. 2 • 2-4 p.m. Location: Maker Space Writing Workshops and More! Friday, Feb. 14 • 3-4 p.m.
Co-sponsored by
Nimrod International Journal and Location: Greadington Center Explore how to make art using unique Saturday, Feb. 22 • 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Show someone (like yourself) you care with
Tulsa Studies in Women's Literature Journal. Join us as we celebrate Groundhog Day with mediums like screen printing. This will be Location: Greadington Center a decorated Valentine’s Day cookie. We will
this comedy classic from 1993. Free popcorn a mixed-media project. Registration is This free one-day event celebrates young provide the cookies, frosting and toppings.
will be provided. For adults and teens. adult literature, writing, authors and fans. All You provide the creativity. For ages 10-18.
8 www.TulsaLibrary.org | 918.549.READ my library event guide | February 2020 9teens & tweens teens & tweens
GLENPOOL LIBRARY HELMERICH LIBRARY Teen Lounge: DIY Duct-Tape Pouch
730 E. 141st St. 5131 E. 91st St. Thursday, Feb. 20 • 3-5 p.m.
Make your own zipper pouch using a plastic
My Oily Valentine! Culinary Literacy: Cookbook Club storage bag and duct tape. For ages 10-18.
Saturday, Feb. 8 • 1-2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19 • 12:15-1:15 p.m.
We will make lip balm, sugar scrub and bath Join us as we enjoy a delicious discussion Teen Lounge: Marbled Paper
salts using the most delicious ingredients and of the culinary arts, share yummy recipes Thursday, Feb. 27 • 3-5 p.m.
great smelling oils. Registration is required. Call and learn new techniques. Sponsored by the Part science, part art! Use the magic of
918-549-7323 to register. For ages 10-adult. Friends of the Helmerich Library. For adults. science to make beautiful marbled paper
using milk, food coloring and dish soap.
HARDESTY REGIONAL LIBRARY HERMAN AND KATE KAISER LIBRARY Almond milk with be available for those
8316 E. 93rd St. 5202 S. Hudson Ave. with dairy allergies. For ages 10-18.
Gaming in the Digital Lounge BeTween the Pages: A Kids MARTIN REGIONAL LIBRARY
Thursday, Feb. 6 • 6-8 p.m. Read Book Discussion 2601 S. Garnett Road
PS4, Wii, Nintendo Switch and Xbox One Tuesday, Feb. 11 • 6-7:15 p.m.
… which one will it be? Search through our Join us to discuss your choice of an Teen LEGO Lab
gaming library and play a few games on a adventure book! Light refreshments Thursday, Feb. 6 • 3:30-4:30 p.m.
first-come-first-serve basis. For ages 12-18. are provided. For ages 8-12. Location: Lecture Room
Teens love LEGOs, too! Come and chill
Fantasy/Science Fiction Book Club Teen Gaming in our LEGO Lab. For ages 10-18.
Thursday, Feb. 13 • 7-8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 13 • 4-5:30 p.m.
Location: Digital Lounge Play games on the Nintendo Switch or Xbox One. Chess Lab
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Join fellow fantasy/science fiction enthusiasts Thursdays, Feb. 13, 27 • 3:30-4:30 p.m.
to discuss “An Enchantment of Ravens” by Astronomical Art: 3D and Endless Cards Location: Auditorium
Margaret Rogerson. Isobel, a gifted painter, Thursday, Feb. 20 • 4-5:30 p.m. Come and test your chess skills and
gets into trouble after she paints a portrait of Create 3D and endless cards for someone in
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YOUNG
pick up new ones! For ages 10-18.
Rook, the fairy autumn prince, with sorrow in your life, or just make one for yourself. For teens.
P OETRY
his eyes, an image that threatens both of their Smash Bros. Lab
lives as they find themselves on the wrong side JENKS LIBRARY Thursday, Feb. 20 • 3:30-4:45 p.m.
PEOPLE’S
of the law for their love. For ages 16 and up. 523 W. B St. Location: Auditorium
Hardesty Anime/Manga Club Be My Valentine
Come in and chill after school with our
Nintendo Switch! For ages 10-18.
SHORT P LAY
Saturday, Feb. 15 • 1-2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12 • 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
COMIX
Location: Digital Lounge
Discuss your favorite manga
characters and books while watching
Stop by and make a valentine to keep or give
away. Supplies are provided. For all ages.
Dungeons and Dragons
Monday, Feb. 24 • 5-8 p.m.
Location: Conference Room
CREATIVE FOR AGES 1 0-1 8
WRITING
“Crunchyroll.” For ages 12-18. JUDY Z. KISHNER LIBRARY Don’t worry if you’ve never played before or
10150 N. Cincinnati Ave. E., Sperry know nothing about Dungeons and Dragons. CAS H PRIZES!
Chess Lab
Tuesday, Feb. 25 • 4:30-6 p.m. Teen Lounge: Beautiful Bubble Prints
Adventurers of all skill levels are welcome!
There will be character sheets and dice for
ENT RIES ACCEPT ED FEB. 1-29
CONTEST Enter online at www.TulsaLibrary.org/ypcwc or
Location: Storytime Room Thursday, Feb. 6 • 3-5 p.m. you to borrow or if you are already familiar
Drop in and play chess, or learn to play if Make beautiful art using water, food coloring, with D&D, you can bring your own. pick up an entry brochure at any library location.
you don’t know how. Mr. Paul will share dish soap and a straw. For ages 10-18. For elementary to high school students.
a few of his favorite chess resources,
websites and books. For ages 8-12. Teen Lounge: Paper Heart Crafts
Thursday, Feb. 13 • 3-5 p.m.
Make your own festive heart chain or mobile
using strips of paper. For ages 10-18.
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OWASSO LIBRARY For all ages; age 13 or younger must be ZARROW REGIONAL LIBRARY
103 W. Broadway accompanied by a companion age 16 or older. 2224 W. 51st St.
Young People’s Creative Writing RUDISILL REGIONAL LIBRARY West Tulsa Dulcimer Club
Contest Workshop: Short Play 1520 N. Hartford Tuesdays, Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25 • 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 4 • 5-6 p.m. Join the West Tulsa Dulcimer Club as they meet
Do activities and receive useful tips on how to Reading Roundtable each week to share their love of music. Come
write a short play. This workshop is intended Wednesday, Feb. 19 • 4-4:30 p.m. to practice, learn or just listen to the sweet
to help youth ages 10-18 get ready for TCCL’s Location: Pine Room sounds of the dulcimer! Extra dulcimers will be
annual Young People’s Creative Writing Contest. Hang out after school, eat snacks on hand for those who do not have their own
Winners of the contest receive a cash prize. and talk about what you’ve been and are ready to learn. For adults and teens.
Paper and pens will be provided. Registration reading. For ages 10-18.
el Club de las Tareas en Tu biblioteca is encouraged; supplies are limited. Register at
www.tulsalibrary.org/events or call 918-549-7323. African-American Heritage Bowl: 1921
Kiowa Language Class
Tuesdays, Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25 • 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Tulsa Race Massacre Centennial Edition This class is presented by the Kiowa Nation’s
Young People’s Creative Writing Thursday, Feb. 27 • 6-9 p.m.
Sessions still available!
Tulsa Kiowa Language and Cultural Revitalization
Sesiones todavía disponible! Contest: Open Editing Session TEAM REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Feb. 10 Program and sponsored by the American
Saturday, Feb. 8 • 1:30-3 p.m. Participation is open to junior high Indian Resource Center. For adults and teens.
Are you planning on entering this year’s contest? schools, high schools, social and business
Students in third through eighth grade who are Estudiantes en 3ro al 8vo grados que están luchando If so, drop in and get some help with drafting organizations, churches, book clubs and Shawnee Language Class
struggling with school work can receive free homework con su trabajo escolar, Pueden recibir ayuda gratuita and editing your work. Participants will receive families. The competition features a Junior Wednesdays, Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26 • 6-8 p.m.
assistance until April 30 at the following libraries: hasta el 30 de abril. a snack, while supplies last. For ages 10-18. High School Bowl, High School Bowl and a Come and learn the native tongue of the
Community Bowl. Trophies will be awarded Shawnee people. This class is provided
Broken Arrow, Brookside, Central, Inscripciones se aceptan hasta el 20 de abril.
Young People’s Creative Writing for first, second and third place in each bowl. by the Shawnee Tribe’s Language
Martin Regional and Maxwell Park. Visita nuestra página: www.Tulsalibrary.org/homeworkclub
Contest Workshop: Comix Plus, first-place Junior High School Bowl and Department. For adults and teens.
Tuesday, Feb. 11 • 5-6 p.m. High School Bowl teams will receive Amazon
o llama al 918-549-7323. Para más detalles puedes enviar
Registrations are accepted through April 20. Do activities and receive useful tips on how to Fire tablets for each team member. Each team D&D Character Creation
un correo electrónico a ahhc@tulsalibrary.org.
write comix. This workshop is intended to help can consist of up to four players and two Workshop Series: Bards
Visit www.TulsaLibrary.org/homeworkclub, call 918-549-7323 youth ages 10-18 get ready for TCCL’s annual alternates. Only two teams may compete per Thursdays, Feb. 6, 20 • 6-7 p.m.
or email ahhc@tulsalibrary.org for more details. Young People’s Creative Writing Contest. school. Team registration deadline is Feb. 10. Making player characters is big part of D&D
Winners of the contest receive a cash prize. Contact Adrienne.Teague@tulsalibrary.org (Dungeons & Dragons). This series guides
Paper and pens will be provided. Registration to register and for a team packet. you through creating the different types of
is encouraged; supplies are limited. Register at Sponsored by Tulsa City-County Library’s classes in the Player’s Handbook (5th ed.) and
www.tulsalibrary.org/events or call 918-549-7323. African-American Resource Center, the Tulsa possibly beyond! The bard plays music that
MAXWELL PARK LIBRARY NATHAN HALE LIBRARY Mardi Gras Masks Library Trust, and Jim and Sally Frasier. weaves magic, and the bard’s magic is very
1313 N. Canton 6038 E. 23rd St. Wednesday, Feb. 12 • 3:30-5:30 p.m. In the Middle Book Club versatile. The player has multiple options for
Get ready for Mardi Gras by decorating Thursday, Feb. 13 • 6-7 p.m. SCHUSTERMAN-BENSON LIBRARY choosing paths for this class to mold it into
Final Friday: Arcade Day! Tween Game Night Join us as we discuss “A Snicker of 3333 E. 32nd Place
your own mask. Supplies are limited and just about any type of character. Create your
Friday, Feb. 28 • 4:30-5:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Feb. 4, 18, 25 • 3:30-5:30 p.m. Magic” by Natalie Lloyd and enjoy
are on a first-come-first-serve basis, inner performer with us. Bring your game
End your month on a high note by Join us for friendly Xbox One and snacks and an activity. For ages 9-12. Art Lab: Wand Making
so get here early! For ages 9-17. dice if you have some. For ages 10-adult.
playing games on our Nintendo Switch PS4 competitions for ages 9-14. Thursday, Feb. 20 • 5:30-7:30 p.m.
and Xbox One consoles. Play new games, PRATT LIBRARY The wand may choose the wizard, but
Creativity Matters Crafter Minecraft and Roblox!
along with old favorites like Mario Kart 8, Teen Leadership Club: Teen Advisory Board 3219 S. 113th W. Ave., Sand Springs who says a crafty witch or wizard can’t
Series: Inaugural Meeting Thursday, Feb. 27 • 6-7 p.m.
Overcooked and Plants vs. Zombies. Space Thursday, Feb. 6 • 3:30-5:30 p.m. make their own? Come and create some
Thursday, Feb. 20 • 4-5:30 p.m. Location: Computer Lab
is limited to four players on each console. Whether you’re looking for volunteer hours for Make-and-Take Sewing Class fun wands with us! Supplies are provided.
Learn the art of macramé as we make key Choose Minecraft or Roblox, or both! It’s your
Taking turns is a must. For ages 5-18. school or scouts, or just like to work on cool Monday, Feb. 10 • 10 a.m.-noon For elementary students to adults.
chains. Supplies are limited and are on a first- choice! Seating is limited. For ages 10-18.
projects, eat and have fun, the Teen Leadership Bring your own fabric or use some of ours as you
come-first-serve-basis. For ages 13 and up.
Club is the place to be! Come when you can! learn how to make a simple yet beautiful apron
from scratch. For beginners to advanced sewists.
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HERITAGE
African-American Tulsa’s Greenwood district is the site of one of the most devastating race
disturbances in the history of the United States. Before May 31, 1921,
Heritage Bowl Tulsa’s black business district known as Greenwood flourished in spite of
segregation. It boasted several restaurants, theaters, clothing shops and
1921 Tulsa Race Massacre
hotels. Dubbed the “Black Wall Street,” Greenwood was an economic
BOWL
Centennial Edition
powerhouse. After May 31, 1921, Greenwood would never be the same.
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The following questions and Source: https://www.tulsaworld.com/news/
Participation is open to junior high
answers are from the African- local/historic-vernon-ame-church-in-north-
schools, high schools, social and
American Heritage Bowl Quiz tulsa-added-to-national/article_a9d3f274-
business organizations, churches,
Book, created by 1921 Tulsa Race 1307-5146-a6b5-46aae7e9f869.html
book clubs and families. The Riot Commission members Vivian
competition features three bowls: Clark-Adams, Ph.D., and historian •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
Jimmie White Jr., and TCCL’s
Thursday, Feb. 27 • 6-8:45 p.m. • Junior High School
• High School
African-American Resource Center
Coordinator Alicia Latimer. The quiz
Question: Riot survivor Eldoris McCondichi
was 9 years old when the massacre
Rudisill Regional Library • 1520 N. Hartford • Community book contains 200 questions and occurred. She reported that she and her
answers for participating teams to family hid in a chicken coop while she
Each team can consist of up to four study and prepare for the bowl. saw and heard airplanes do what?
players and two alternates. Only two
teams may compete per school. Trophies ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Answer: She saw and heard the
will be awarded for first, second and airplanes rain down bullets.
third place in each bowl. Plus, members Question: How many people
of the first-place winning teams in the were killed during the riot? Source: https://www.youtube.com/
Junior High and High School bowls watch?v=lx62joRN-YU, “Black Wall Street
Answer: Estimates range from 30 to over Survivor; Eldoris McCondichi,” Sept. 21, 2010
will receive an Amazon Fire tablet!
300 people, but there is no definite number.
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Registration Deadline: Feb. 10 Source: African Americans: A Concise
History by Darlene Clark Hine
Question: What did historian Dr.
Contact Adrienne.Teague@tulsalibrary.org
John Hope Franklin refer to the
to register and for a team packet. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 1921 Tulsa Race Riot as being?
Sponsored by the African-American
Question: This church first started meeting
Resource Center, Tulsa Library Answer: He said it was a “race war.”
in 1905 and began construction of its
Trust, and Jim and Sally Frasier.
upstairs section in 1919, but after mobs of
Source: From Slavery to Freedom: A History
white Tulsans descended on Greenwood in
of African Americans by John Hope Franklin
1921, the church, along with nearly the entire
district, was destroyed. The basement,
however, remained. Name this historic For more information about the Tulsa
church, which was reconstructed in 1928. Race Massacre and resources available
through the Tulsa City-County Library, visit
Answer: Vernon African www.tulsalibrary.org/tulsa-race-riot-1921.
Methodist Episcopal Church
1921 Tulsa Race Massacre Centennial Edition my library event guide | February 2020 15computer classes & technology
computer Digital Literacy Lab Orientation for your own projects. Registration is required. RUDISILL REGIONAL LIBRARY
classes &
Wednesday, Feb. 12 • 12:30-1:30 p.m. Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events or 1520 N. Hartford
Tuesday, Feb. 25 • 5:30-6:30 p.m. call 918-549-7323. For adults and teens.
Location: Digital Literacy Lab Really Basic Computer Class
technology Want to learn more about the AEP/PSO
Foundation Digital Literacy Lab? Come and
see what we’re about! Registration is required.
Introduction to App Development
Saturday, Feb. 29 • 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Location: Digital Literacy Lab
Monday, Feb. 3 • 2-3 p.m.
Location: Computer Lab
This class is designed for new computer users
The Digital Literacy Lab
features:
Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events or Join Mikeal Vaughn of Urban Coders Guild for who have little or no previous experience
CENTRAL LIBRARY call 918-549-7323. For adults and teens. this introduction class to iOS app development using computers and little or no knowledge of
Fifth Street and Denver Avenue using Xcode. You should have experience using basic computer terms. Registration is required. AutoCAD
Digital Illustration for Beginners a computer. Seating is limited. Registration is Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events
InDesign 101 Tuesday, Feb. 18 • 6:30-8 p.m. required. Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events
XCode
or call 918-549-7323. For adults.
Tuesday, Feb. 4 • 6:30-8 p.m. Location: Digital Literacy Lab or call 918-549-7323. For adults. Art Tablets
Location: Digital Literacy Lab Join artist Lauren Quigley and learn about Internet @ the Library
Come and learn the basics of using Adobe Green Screen
the basics of Clip Studio Paint, layers, HARDESTY REGIONAL LIBRARY Monday, Feb. 10 • 2-3 p.m.
InDesign, a powerful tool you can use for brushes, destructive editing and tools of 8316 E. 93rd St. Location: Computer Lab Final Cut Pro X
creating newsletters, flyers and more. You should
have experience using a mouse and keyboard.
the trade. Registration is required. Register This class is designed for people with Adobe Creative Suite
at www.tulsalibrary.org/events or call Digitized County Records on FamilySearch.org little or no experience using the internet.
The Adobe Creative Suite is available for 918-549-7323. For adults and teens. Wednesday, Feb. 19 • 10-11:30 a.m. Learn to navigate the World Wide Web Digitization Equipment
library customer use in the Digital Literacy Lab Location: Maple Room and use the library’s catalog and online
after attending an orientation. Registration is Intro to Laser Engraving Locating online historical U.S. county records resources. Registration is required.
required. Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events Thursday, Feb. 20 • 6-7 p.m. has been difficult until now. FamilySearch.org Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events
or call 918-549-7323. For adults. Location: Maker Space is digitizing and offering them for free or call 918-549-7323. For adults. This digital-focused space
Check out our laser engraver to see how to on its website. Discover how to access
Garageband 101 provides Tulsa City-County
get started using it and what types of projects these useful records. For adults. Introduction to MS Word 2007
Friday, Feb. 7 • 2:30-4 p.m. you can make. After attending this orientation, Monday, Feb. 24 • 2-3 p.m. Library customers a
AMERICAN
Location: Digital Literacy Lab you can start making appointments to use the MARTIN REGIONAL LIBRARY Location: Computer Lab place to develop new
ELECTRIC POWER/
Come and learn the basics of audio editing equipment for your own projects. Registration is 2601 S. Garnett Road This class shows how to use toolbars and PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY apps and software skills,
with Garageband, a powerful tool you required. Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events menus, set margins, apply spell check,
can use for editing a podcast, creating Intro to Microsoft Excel: Basics of Excel 2016 OF OKLAHOMA FOUNDATION digitize family history
or call 918-549-7323. For adults and teens. and preview, save and print documents.
music and more! Registration is required. Wednesday, Feb. 19 • 2-3 p.m. You should have some experience using and more.
Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events or DIY Digitization Location: Computer Lab a computer keyboard and mouse prior to
call 918-549-7323. For teens and adults. Tuesday, Feb. 25 • 7-8:30 p.m. Learn to create, format, edit, save and print taking this class. Registration is required. Orientations are offered
Location: Digital Literacy Lab documents in Excel. Starting with the basic Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events
Photoshop Lab: Sketch Tools tools, we’ll cover ways to make documents twice monthly and special
Looking to save your family history in a or call 918-549-7323. For adults.
Tuesday, Feb. 11 • 6:30-8 p.m. more updated format? Learn how you can that not only are functional but appealing. programming is offered
Location: Digital Literacy Lab use our digitization equipment for your From tracking expenses to organizing your ZARROW REGIONAL LIBRARY throughout the year. After
Join us as we cover the basics of sketching genealogy projects. Registration is required. holiday-card recipient list, Excel is a powerful 2224 W. 51st St.
with Adobe Photoshop. Learn about layers tool that can make routine tasks easier. Basic
attending an orientation,
Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events
and brush tools. You should have experience or call 918-549-7323. For adults. computer knowledge, such as how to use a Intro to 3D Printing you can use the equip-
using a computer. The Adobe Creative mouse, and a Gmail or Yahoo email account Monday, Feb. 3 • 6:30-7 p.m. ment for your own projects.
Suite is available for library customer use Intro to CNC Milling and your password are required. For adults. Saturday, Feb. 22 • 2-2:30 p.m. Check the monthly
in the Digital Literacy Lab after attending Thursday, Feb. 27 • 6-7 p.m. See a demonstration of our 3D printer. Central Library • Second Floor
an orientation. Registration is required. Introduction to Facebook and Social Media My Library Event Guide
Location: Maker Space We’ll discuss how the printer works,
Register at www.tulsalibrary.org/events or Check out our desktop CNC mill to learn how to Wednesday, Feb. 26 • 2-3 p.m. software used and 3D projects done by for scheduled orientations
call 918-549-7323. For adults and teens. use it and start working on your own projects. Location: Computer Lab other customers. After attending this and programs.
After attending this orientation, you can start Join us for a basic introduction orientation, you can make appointments to
making appointments to use the equipment to Facebook. For adults. use the equipment for your own prints!
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