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Decoding the Job Description
2024-03-16 11:00:00 2024-03-16 12:00:00 America/Chicago Decoding the Job Description Do you want to win the job offer? Join Elaina Ross, Ph.D., and learn how to decode common phrases used in job posting. Registration is required. For adults and teens. Central Library

Saturday, March 16
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-03-16 11:00:00 2024-03-16 12:00:00 America/Chicago Decoding the Job Description Do you want to win the job offer? Join Elaina Ross, Ph.D., and learn how to decode common phrases used in job posting. Registration is required. For adults and teens. Central Library

Central Library

Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center

Do you want to win the job offer? Join Elaina Ross, Ph.D., and learn how to decode common phrases used in job posting. Registration is required. For adults and teens.

Many job descriptions are lengthy and can be confusing. In this program, Elaina Ross of Northeastern State University will explain strategies to interpret what employers are really looking for in their descriptions. Topics include: identifying job responsibilities, making sure the job is a good fit, potential red flags in descriptions, how to use the job description effectively and more.

Light refreshments are provided.

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Kyoto Art Exhibit - LOCATION: First Floor
Fri, May 29, All day
View a glimpse of everyday life as experienced by school children in Kyoto, Japan. Artwork on view courtesy of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce.
Kyoto Art Exhibit - LOCATION: First Floor
Sat, May 30, All day
View a glimpse of everyday life as experienced by school children in Kyoto, Japan. Artwork on view courtesy of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce.
Kyoto Art Exhibit - LOCATION: First Floor
Sun, May 31, All day
View a glimpse of everyday life as experienced by school children in Kyoto, Japan. Artwork on view courtesy of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce.
T-Rex Tea Party - Summer Reading Program Kickoff Celebration
Mon, Jun 01, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Join us to celebrate the first day of the Summer Reading Program. Drop in and enjoy crafts and activities, and maybe even have tea with a dinosaur!
Craft Club: Diorama
Mon, Jun 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Learn how you can use silhouettes cut from the library's laser machine to put together a custom diorama. Registration is required. For adults.
Build A Reader Storytime/Stay and Play: Family
Mon, Jun 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Build A Reader Storytime/Stay and Play: Family
Tue, Jun 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104),Tandy Garden
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Puzzlemania!
Tue, Jun 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Test your puzzle prowess by competing to be the best puzzler in this timed puzzle completion. Registration is required. For adults.
Yoga for Every Body
Tue, Jun 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Join us for a beginner-friendly yoga class taught by certified yoga instructor Beth Richmond. Yoga mats are provided. For tweens to adults.
Artist Council
Tue, Jun 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Gather with other artists to share your work and support fellow creatives. Sessions led by Trueson Daugherty, an emerging visual artist, performance artist and sculptor.
Build A Reader Storytime/Stay and Play: Family
Wed, Jun 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104),Tandy Garden
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Teen Lounge
Wed, Jun 03, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Kick back and chill with art supplies, video games and plenty of space to study, read or hang out with friends. For teens and tweens
Music & More Connection With Katherine Battenberg
Thu, Jun 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Join Ms. Katherine as she guides families on a musical and movement experience, creating art in motion in a rich, learning environment. For toddlers and preschoolers.
Tech Talk: AI Harrassment - Presenter: Katlin Seagraves
Thu, Jun 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Digital Literacy Lab (216)
Explore new developments in AI with the Crabby Rathbun case. We'll take a look at how AI agents can cross ethical lines, from digital bullying to blackmail. Join us for... more
Explore new developments in AI with the Crabby Rathbun case. We'll take a look at how AI agents can cross ethical lines, from digital bullying to blackmail. Join us for insights and lively discussion!
Movie and Craft Friday
Fri, Jun 05, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01),Tandy Garden
Bring snacks and a blanket and join us for a movie and a craft in the garden. For kids of all ages.
Tulsa Page Masters
Sat, Jun 06, 10:00am - 11:30am
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Join us for an intergenerational book club for kids, tweens, teens and adults focused on dinosaurs. We will have games and crafts related to our books for each age group.
Really Basic Computer Class
Mon, Jun 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Computer Lab (311)
Designed for those with little or no experience using computers and the internet, this class covers the very basics of the parts of the computer, Windows software and... more
Designed for those with little or no experience using computers and the internet, this class covers the very basics of the parts of the computer, Windows software and navigating the internet.
Music Monday
Mon, Jun 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Join us for a fun morning of singing and dancing to help foster early literacy skills. For toddlers and preschoolers.
Music Sandwiched In Featuring Shelby Eicher
Mon, Jun 08, 12:10pm - 12:50pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Beloved Tulsa musician Shelby Eicher, a composer, teacher, recording artist and member of the National Fiddler Hall of Fame, kicks off our annual live music series. You may... more
Beloved Tulsa musician Shelby Eicher, a composer, teacher, recording artist and member of the National Fiddler Hall of Fame, kicks off our annual live music series. You may bring your lunch.
Really Basic Computer Class
Mon, Jun 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Computer Lab (311)
Designed for those with little or no experience using computers and the internet, this class covers the very basics of the parts of the computer, Windows software and... more
Designed for those with little or no experience using computers and the internet, this class covers the very basics of the parts of the computer, Windows software and navigating the internet.  
Build A Reader Storytime/Stay and Play: Family
Mon, Jun 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Build A Reader Storytime/Stay and Play: Family
Tue, Jun 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104),Tandy Garden
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Stamp Making With Artist Candacee White
Tue, Jun 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Design, carve and test your very own rubber stamp or linoleum block. This class will cover the basics of relief print carving, including techniques, safety methods and ideas... more
Design, carve and test your very own rubber stamp or linoleum block. This class will cover the basics of relief print carving, including techniques, safety methods and ideas for creating designs.
Yoga for Every Body
Tue, Jun 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Join us for a beginner-friendly yoga class taught by certified yoga instructor Beth Richmond. Yoga mats are provided. For tweens to adults.
Artist Council
Tue, Jun 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Gather with other artists to share your work and support fellow creatives. Sessions led by Trueson Daugherty, an emerging visual artist, performance artist and sculptor.
Build A Reader Storytime/Stay and Play: Family
Wed, Jun 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104),Tandy Garden
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Teen Lounge
Wed, Jun 10, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Kick back and chill with art supplies, video games and plenty of space to study, read or hang out with friends. For teens and tweens
Better Business Book Club - "The Gap and the Gain"
Wed, Jun 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Come read and discuss "The Gap and the Gain" by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Harvey with other entrepreneurs. For adults.
American Indian Dances With Mike Pahsetopah
Thu, Jun 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Join Mike Pahsetopah for a performance of spectacular American Indian dances. For elementary schoolers.
Adult Book Fair
Thu, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Join us for nostalgic book fair goodies and giveaways, and hand-picked collections of library books to check out so that you can build your summer reading list. Registration is... more
Join us for nostalgic book fair goodies and giveaways, and hand-picked collections of library books to check out so that you can build your summer reading list. Registration is required. For adults.
Movie and Craft Friday
Fri, Jun 12, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01),Tandy Garden
Bring snacks and a blanket and join us for a movie and a craft in the garden. For kids of all ages.
We Are Oklahoma Book Discussion: "Dust Bowl Girls" - LOCATION: Wildflower Cafe, 913 S. Boulder Ave. W., Tulsa
Sat, Jun 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Enjoy the delicious menu of the Wildflower Cafe while we discuss the book "Dust Bowl Girls" by Lydia Reeder. Registration is required. For adults and teens.
Monthly Movie Matinee - "A Night at the Opera" (1935)
Sat, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Join us for a critically acclaimed classic film. Complimentary coffee and cookies are provided. For adults.
Build A Reader Storytime/Stay and Play: Family
Mon, Jun 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Build A Reader Storytime/Stay and Play: Family
Tue, Jun 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104),Tandy Garden
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Teen Craft Time
Tue, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Join us for an afternoon of crafting, snacks and community. All materials are provided. Just bring your imagination! For teens and tweens.
Yoga for Every Body
Tue, Jun 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Join us for a beginner-friendly yoga class taught by certified yoga instructor Beth Richmond. Yoga mats are provided. For tweens to adults.
Artist Council
Tue, Jun 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Gather with other artists to share your work and support fellow creatives. Sessions led by Trueson Daugherty, an emerging visual artist, performance artist and sculptor.
Build A Reader Storytime/Stay and Play: Bilingual - Build A Reader Storytime: Cuentos Bilingües & Juegan Juntos
Wed, Jun 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104),Tandy Garden
Enjoy stories, songs and activities in English and Spanish. Join us afterward for Stay and Play. Families can explore toys and other fun activities after storytime. For ages 0–5.
Teen Lounge
Wed, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Kick back and chill with art supplies, video games and plenty of space to study, read or hang out with friends. For teens and tweens
The Greenhouse - Business Accountability Group: Nurture Your Business
Wed, Jun 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Computer Lab (311)
Come mingle with other entrepreneurs and find people to be accountable to during your business ventures. Registration is required. For adults.
How Candid Helps Nonprofits
Thu, Jun 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Computer Lab (311)
With comprehensive data and training, Candid equips nonprofits with the tools they need to thrive. Join us to discover more about Candid’s products and resources.... more
With comprehensive data and training, Candid equips nonprofits with the tools they need to thrive. Join us to discover more about Candid’s products and resources. Registration is required. For adults.
Balloon-Twisting Workshop With Joe Coover
Thu, Jun 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Hands-on fun for kids of all ages! Learn the basics of balloon twisting as you create simple animals, hats and other shapes.
Third Place
Thu, Jun 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Drop in and engage in activities, socialize or simply enjoy a relaxing space to read. Board games, puzzles and refreshments are provided. For adults.
JobNow 101 - Career Workshop
Thu, Jun 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Computer Lab (311)
Learn how to utilize the JobNow database with job search tools and career advice. Registration is required. For adults and teens.
PAWS for Reading
Sat, Jun 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Registered therapy dogs are excellent listeners. Elementary schoolers are invited to read their favorite books to a furry, four-pawed friend. Registration is required.
This event is full
Music Sandwiched In Featuring Pianist Donald Ryan
Mon, Jun 22, 12:10pm - 12:50pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Renowned pianist Donald Ryan is our featured performer. You may bring your lunch. For all ages.
Build A Reader Storytime/Stay and Play: Family
Mon, Jun 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Build A Reader Storytime/Stay and Play: Family
Tue, Jun 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104),Tandy Garden
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Weaving With Artist Candacee White
Tue, Jun 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Learn how to make a small tapestry weaving using a cardboard loom and a variety of yarn. Registration is required. For ages 10-18.
Yoga for Every Body
Tue, Jun 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Join us for a beginner-friendly yoga class taught by certified yoga instructor Beth Richmond. Yoga mats are provided. For tweens to adults.
Artist Council
Tue, Jun 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Gather with other artists to share your work and support fellow creatives. Sessions led by Trueson Daugherty, an emerging visual artist, performance artist and sculptor. For... more
Gather with other artists to share your work and support fellow creatives. Sessions led by Trueson Daugherty, an emerging visual artist, performance artist and sculptor. For adults.
Build A Reader Storytime/Stay and Play: Family
Wed, Jun 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104),Tandy Garden
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for... more
Bring the whole family for this 0-to-5 storytime. There’s something for everyone – simple songs and books for the little ones, more interactive stories and activities for your older children.
Introduction to Individual Giving
Wed, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab (311)
This workshop provides nonprofits with an overview of the fundraising landscape and walks you through the key components of an individual giving program. Registration is... more
This workshop provides nonprofits with an overview of the fundraising landscape and walks you through the key components of an individual giving program. Registration is required. For adults.
Teen Lounge
Wed, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Kick back and chill with art supplies, video games and plenty of space to study, read or hang out with friends. For teens and tweens
Bubble Stage Show With Dustin Reudelhuber
Thu, Jun 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Aaronson Auditorium (L01),Tandy Garden
It's the craziest, most creative bubble show around! Mixing comedy, music and interactive bubble magic, it engages and delights audiences of all ages.
Movie and Craft Friday
Fri, Jun 26, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01),Tandy Garden
Bring snacks and a blanket and join us for a movie and a craft in the garden. For kids of all ages.
Grow Academy: Taxes and Money Management
Sat, Jun 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Join us to learn about taxes, business projections and money management. We will talk to experts and look at tools within the library system to help you succeed. Registration... more
Join us to learn about taxes, business projections and money management. We will talk to experts and look at tools within the library system to help you succeed. Registration is required. For adults
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