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Banned Book Club

Celebrate Your FREEDOM To READ!

2026-10-12 19:00:00 2026-10-12 20:00:00 America/Chicago Banned Book Club Join us to discuss books that have been banned or challenged in libraries. Our featured book is "Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe" by Benjamin Alire Sáenz. For adults. Hardesty Regional Library

Monday, October 12
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-10-12 19:00:00 2026-10-12 20:00:00 America/Chicago Banned Book Club Join us to discuss books that have been banned or challenged in libraries. Our featured book is "Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe" by Benjamin Alire Sáenz. For adults. Hardesty Regional Library

Hardesty Regional Library

Oak Meeting Room

Join us to discuss books that have been banned or challenged in libraries. Our featured book is "Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe" by Benjamin Alire Sáenz. For adults.

Register to receive book club updates, meeting reminders and access to monthly titles for checkout. Drop-ins are welcome.

Find out more about book censorship by visiting the American Library Association's page on banned and challenged books: www.ala.org/advocacy/bbooks. 

Hardesty Regional Library
Phone: 918.549.7323

Branch manager
Kelly Bayles
Hours
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We're closed Monday September 07 due to Labor Day
Mon, Sep 07 Closed
(Labor Day)
Tue, Sep 08 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Sep 09 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Sep 10 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Sep 11 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 12 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Sep 13 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

Services

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  • Wireless printing
  • Checkout laptops for in-library use
  • Public Access Computers
  • Meeting Room(s)
  • Bike Locks
  • Recycling
  • Audio Induction Looping, Auditorium Access
  • Public Fax
  • Family Place
  • Genealogy Center
  • FedEx Drop Box

Upcoming events

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Movies in the Cove: "Zootopia 2"
Sat, Sep 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Connor's Cove Children's Theater
Join us for a family-friendly movie (rated PG). No food or drink is allowed in Connor's Cove. For families of all ages.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies
Mon, Sep 14, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Learn and enjoy songs, stories and activities that are just right for your little one at this lapsit storytime. For newborns to 2-year-olds and their caregivers.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Mon, Sep 14, 6:00pm - 6:20pm
Storytime Room
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.
Banned Book Club - Celebrate Your FREEDOM To READ!
Mon, Sep 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Oak Meeting Room
Join us to discuss books that have been banned or challenged in schools and libraries. Our featured book is "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith. For adults.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies
Tue, Sep 15, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Learn and enjoy songs, stories and activities that are just right for your little one at this lapsit storytime. For newborns to 2-year-olds and their caregivers.
Build A Reader Storytime: Toddlers
Tue, Sep 15, 11:00am - 11:20am
Storytime Room
Join us for songs, stories and movements geared to your toddler.
Build A Reader Storytime: Toddlers
Wed, Sep 16, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Join us for songs, stories and movements geared to your toddler.
Build A Reader Storytime: Preschool
Wed, Sep 16, 11:00am - 11:20am
Storytime Room
The best in children's literature, songs, games, finger plays, rhymes and other reading-related activities are shared with your preschooler.
Poetry Club
Wed, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Oak Meeting Room
Join us for a relaxed poetry gathering and meet fellow poetry lovers. For adults.
LEGO Club
Thu, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Room
Drop in for some freestyle LEGO fun and maybe even "make" a friend or two! For ages 4-12.
Game Lounge: Analog Edition
Thu, Sep 17, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Maple Meeting Room
This month we are taking a break from our digital devices and rediscovering the simple fun and creativity of analog games with friends. For teens and tweens.
Movies in the Cove: "Hercules"
Sat, Sep 19, 10:00am - 11:30am
Connor's Cove Children's Theater
Join us for a family-friendly movie (rated G). No food or drink is allowed in Connor's Cove. For families of all ages.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies
Mon, Sep 21, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Learn and enjoy songs, stories and activities that are just right for your little one at this lapsit storytime. For newborns to 2-year-olds and their caregivers.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Mon, Sep 21, 6:00pm - 6:20pm
Storytime Room
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: Babies
Tue, Sep 22, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Learn and enjoy songs, stories and activities that are just right for your little one at this lapsit storytime. For newborns to 2-year-olds and their caregivers.
Build A Reader Storytime: Toddlers
Tue, Sep 22, 11:00am - 11:20am
Storytime Room
Join us for songs, stories and movements geared to your toddler.
Build A Reader Storytime: Toddlers
Wed, Sep 23, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Join us for songs, stories and movements geared to your toddler.
Build A Reader Storytime: Preschool
Wed, Sep 23, 11:00am - 11:20am
Storytime Room
The best in children's literature, songs, games, finger plays, rhymes and other reading-related activities are shared with your preschooler.
Lunch & Learn With the Tulsa County Master Gardeners - Selecting, Planting and Pruning Trees
Thu, Sep 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Frossard Auditorium
Discover the best trees for Oklahoma and learn how proper planting and pruning set them up for long-term success. For adults.
LEGO Club
Thu, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Room
Drop in for some freestyle LEGO fun and maybe even "make" a friend or two! For ages 4-12.
Movies in the Cove: "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie"
Sat, Sep 26, 10:00am - 11:30am
Connor's Cove Children's Theater
Join us for a family-friendly movie (rated PG). No food or drink is allowed in Connor's Cove. For families of all ages.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies
Mon, Sep 28, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Learn and enjoy songs, stories and activities that are just right for your little one at this lapsit storytime. For newborns to 2-year-olds and their caregivers.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Mon, Sep 28, 6:00pm - 6:20pm
Storytime Room
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: Babies
Tue, Sep 29, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Learn and enjoy songs, stories and activities that are just right for your little one at this lapsit storytime. For newborns to 2-year-olds and their caregivers.
Build A Reader Storytime: Toddlers
Tue, Sep 29, 11:00am - 11:20am
Storytime Room
Join us for songs, stories and movements geared to your toddler.
Build A Reader Storytime: Toddlers
Wed, Sep 30, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Join us for songs, stories and movements geared to your toddler.
Build A Reader Storytime: Preschool
Wed, Sep 30, 11:00am - 11:20am
Storytime Room
The best in children's literature, songs, games, finger plays, rhymes and other reading-related activities are shared with your preschooler.
Civics 101 - With the Tulsa Voter Coalition
Wed, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Maple Meeting Room
Whether you’re looking to refresh your knowledge or explore how local and state government works, this nonpartisan workshop will provide the tools you need to make an impact.... more
Whether you’re looking to refresh your knowledge or explore how local and state government works, this nonpartisan workshop will provide the tools you need to make an impact. For adults and teens.
Spooktober Punch Card: Prize Giveaway
Thu, Oct 01, All day
Pick up your punch card, attend three teen or adult programs at Hardesty, and be entered into a prize drawing! For teens and adults.
Handmade at Hardesty: Paper Pumpkin Craft Kit
Thu, Oct 01, All day
Pick up a craft kit that includes all the supplies and instructions needed to make your own 3D paper pumpkin. Available while supplies last. For adults.
Lunch & Learn With the Tulsa County Master Gardeners - Winter Garden Prep
Thu, Oct 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Frossard Auditorium
Learn what to clean up, what to leave behind and how to prepare your garden for winter. For adults.
LEGO Club
Thu, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Room
Drop in for some freestyle LEGO fun and maybe even "make" a friend or two! For ages 4-12.
Dungeons & Dragons: Roll for Adventure - Celebrate Teens Read Month
Thu, Oct 01, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Oak Meeting Room
Heroes needed! Join us for an afternoon of epic adventures and fearsome creatures in this exciting D&D campaign for middle and high schoolers.
Spooktober Punch Card: Prize Giveaway
Fri, Oct 02, All day
Pick up your punch card, attend three teen or adult programs at Hardesty, and be entered into a prize drawing! For teens and adults.
Handmade at Hardesty: Paper Pumpkin Craft Kit
Fri, Oct 02, All day
Pick up a craft kit that includes all the supplies and instructions needed to make your own 3D paper pumpkin. Available while supplies last. For adults.
1-2-3 Play With Me Parent-Child Workshop
Fri, Oct 02, 10:00am - 11:15am
Maple Meeting Room
Playing is learning! Join us for a play workshop for parents and children ages 1-3. Class size is limited. Registration is required.
Handmade at Hardesty: Paper Pumpkin Craft Kit
Sat, Oct 03, All day
Pick up a craft kit that includes all the supplies and instructions needed to make your own 3D paper pumpkin. Available while supplies last. For adults.
Spooktober Punch Card: Prize Giveaway
Sat, Oct 03, All day
Pick up your punch card, attend three teen or adult programs at Hardesty, and be entered into a prize drawing! For teens and adults.
Movies in the Cove: "An American Tail: Fievel Goes West"
Sat, Oct 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Connor's Cove Children's Theater
Join us for a family-friendly movie (rated G). No food or drink is allowed in Connor's Cove. For families of all ages.
Spooktober Cinema: "Stardust" (2007)
Sat, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Connor's Cove Children's Theater
Get into the October spirit with our Spooktober Cinema series! Every week in October, we’ll dim the lights and screen a spooky favorite. For teens and adults.
Handmade at Hardesty: Paper Pumpkin Craft Kit
Sun, Oct 04, All day
Pick up a craft kit that includes all the supplies and instructions needed to make your own 3D paper pumpkin. Available while supplies last. For adults.
Spooktober Punch Card: Prize Giveaway
Sun, Oct 04, All day
Pick up your punch card, attend three teen or adult programs at Hardesty, and be entered into a prize drawing! For teens and adults.
Spooktober Punch Card: Prize Giveaway
Tue, Oct 06, All day
Pick up your punch card, attend three teen or adult programs at Hardesty, and be entered into a prize drawing! For teens and adults.
Handmade at Hardesty: Paper Pumpkin Craft Kit
Tue, Oct 06, All day
Pick up a craft kit that includes all the supplies and instructions needed to make your own 3D paper pumpkin. Available while supplies last. For adults.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies
Tue, Oct 06, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Learn and enjoy songs, stories and activities that are just right for your little one at this lapsit storytime. For newborns to 2-year-olds and their caregivers.
Build A Reader Storytime: Toddlers
Tue, Oct 06, 11:00am - 11:20am
Storytime Room
Join us for songs, stories and movements geared to your toddler.
Spooktober Punch Card: Prize Giveaway
Wed, Oct 07, All day
Pick up your punch card, attend three teen or adult programs at Hardesty, and be entered into a prize drawing! For teens and adults.
Handmade at Hardesty: Paper Pumpkin Craft Kit
Wed, Oct 07, All day
Pick up a craft kit that includes all the supplies and instructions needed to make your own 3D paper pumpkin. Available while supplies last. For adults.
Build A Reader Storytime: Toddlers
Wed, Oct 07, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Join us for songs, stories and movements geared to your toddler.
Build A Reader Storytime: Preschool
Wed, Oct 07, 11:00am - 11:20am
Storytime Room
The best in children's literature, songs, games, finger plays, rhymes and other reading-related activities are shared with your preschooler.
LitWits' Book Club
Wed, Oct 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ash Meeting Room
Read "Mexican Gothic" by Silvia Moreno-Garcia and then join us to discuss chapters we read, compare notes and talk about characters, themes or ideas. For adults.
Spooktober Punch Card: Prize Giveaway
Thu, Oct 08, All day
Pick up your punch card, attend three teen or adult programs at Hardesty, and be entered into a prize drawing! For teens and adults.
Handmade at Hardesty: Paper Pumpkin Craft Kit
Thu, Oct 08, All day
Pick up a craft kit that includes all the supplies and instructions needed to make your own 3D paper pumpkin. Available while supplies last. For adults.
Lunch & Learn With the Tulsa County Master Gardeners - Succulents Indoors – and Out
Thu, Oct 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Frossard Auditorium
Explore easy-care succulents and discover growing tips for both indoor and outdoor gardens. For adults.
LEGO Club
Thu, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Room
Drop in for some freestyle LEGO fun and maybe even "make" a friend or two! For ages 4-12.
Handmade at Hardesty: Paper Pumpkin Craft Kit
Fri, Oct 09, All day
Pick up a craft kit that includes all the supplies and instructions needed to make your own 3D paper pumpkin. Available while supplies last. For adults.
Spooktober Punch Card: Prize Giveaway
Fri, Oct 09, All day
Pick up your punch card, attend three teen or adult programs at Hardesty, and be entered into a prize drawing! For teens and adults.
Bingo at Hardesty
Fri, Oct 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Maple Meeting Room
Join us for Bingo on the second Friday of each month. There will be prizes, fun and friendly competition! Registration is required. For adults.
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Baby Art Club
Fri, Oct 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pecan Meeting Room
Join us for a monthly sensory art experience designed especially for infants and caregivers. Registration is required for each participating child; registration for caregivers... more
Join us for a monthly sensory art experience designed especially for infants and caregivers. Registration is required for each participating child; registration for caregivers is not required.
Spooktober Punch Card: Prize Giveaway
Sat, Oct 10, All day
Pick up your punch card, attend three teen or adult programs at Hardesty, and be entered into a prize drawing! For teens and adults.
Movies in the Cove: "Toy Story 5"
Sat, Oct 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Connor's Cove Children's Theater
Join us for a family-friendly movie (rated PG). No food or drink is allowed in Connor's Cove. For families of all ages.
Spooktober Cinema: "Ghostbusters" (1984)
Sat, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Connor's Cove Children's Theater
Get into the October spirit with our Spooktober Cinema series! Every week in October, we’ll dim the lights and screen a spooky favorite. For teens and adults.
Spooktober Punch Card: Prize Giveaway
Sun, Oct 11, All day
Pick up your punch card, attend three teen or adult programs at Hardesty, and be entered into a prize drawing! For teens and adults.
Spooktober Punch Card: Prize Giveaway
Mon, Oct 12, All day
Pick up your punch card, attend three teen or adult programs at Hardesty, and be entered into a prize drawing! For teens and adults.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies
Mon, Oct 12, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Learn and enjoy songs, stories and activities that are just right for your little one at this lapsit storytime. For newborns to 2-year-olds and their caregivers.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Mon, Oct 12, 6:00pm - 6:20pm
Storytime Room
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.
Banned Book Club - Celebrate Your FREEDOM To READ!
Mon, Oct 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Oak Meeting Room
Join us to discuss books that have been banned or challenged in libraries. Our featured book is "Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe" by Benjamin Alire... more
Join us to discuss books that have been banned or challenged in libraries. Our featured book is "Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe" by Benjamin Alire Sáenz. For adults.
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