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Inaugural Hummingbird Award in Literary Arts

Honoring Benjamin Alire Sáenz

2023-04-01 11:00:00 2023-04-01 12:00:00 America/Chicago Inaugural Hummingbird Award in Literary Arts Benjamin Alire Sáenz, an award-winning American author of poetry and prose, will receive the inaugural Hummingbird Award in Literary Arts, talk about his life and writings, and sign books. Central Library

Saturday, April 01
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-04-01 11:00:00 2023-04-01 12:00:00 America/Chicago Inaugural Hummingbird Award in Literary Arts Benjamin Alire Sáenz, an award-winning American author of poetry and prose, will receive the inaugural Hummingbird Award in Literary Arts, talk about his life and writings, and sign books. Central Library

Central Library

Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center

Benjamin Alire Sáenz, an award-winning American author of poetry and prose, will receive the inaugural Hummingbird Award in Literary Arts, talk about his life and writings, and sign books.

Given biennially by the Tulsa Library Trust and Tulsa City-County Library’s Hispanic Resource Center, the Hummingbird Award in Literary Arts, or also known as the “Premio Colibrí en Arte Literaria” honors and recognizes a nationally prominent author, poet or artist of Latinx descent whose work has elevated and affirmed the voice of the Latinx community. For all ages. 

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Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Tue, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
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.
Lunch and Learn With the Tulsa Master Gardeners - How Weather Patterns Affect Our Gardens 
Tue, Apr 16, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Sunlight, rainfall, temperature, wind, storms — you can’t control the weather but you can learn how to help your plants survive it.
Job Lab: Résumé and Job Assistance
Tue, Apr 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab (311)
Get job-hunting help. We will help you set up an email account, create or update a résumé, and search and apply for jobs. For adults.
Yoga for Every Body
Tue, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Join us for a beginner-friendly yoga class taught by certified yoga instructor Beth Richmond. For all ages.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies and Toddlers/Stay and Play
Wed, Apr 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Ready, set, READ! This beginning storytime focuses on helping your baby or toddler develop important literacy skills while emphasizing the fun of reading.
Teen Lounge
Wed, Apr 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 ages 12-17.
Games in the Garden
Thu, Apr 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tandy Garden
Join us after school for some outdoor fun and games (weather permitting). For ages 4-10.
PAWS for Reading
Sat, Apr 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.
Music Monday
Mon, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Join us for a fun morning of singing and dancing to help foster early literacy skills.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Mon, Apr 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: Family
Tue, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
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.
Lunch and Learn With the Tulsa Master Gardeners - Xeriscape Gardens and Sensational Succulents 
Tue, Apr 23, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Learn to create a beautiful, low-maintenance, water-efficient garden with xeriscaping and succulents. Bring your lunch and get tips from the experts on growing these resilient... more
Learn to create a beautiful, low-maintenance, water-efficient garden with xeriscaping and succulents. Bring your lunch and get tips from the experts on growing these resilient plants. For adults.
Job Lab: Résumé and Job Assistance
Tue, Apr 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab (311)
Get job-hunting help. We will help you set up an email account, create or update a résumé, and search and apply for jobs. For adults.
Yoga for Every Body
Tue, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Join us for a beginner-friendly yoga class taught by certified yoga instructor Beth Richmond. For all ages.
Central Bards' Club - Theater Games, Improv, Dramatics
Tue, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
This is a place for teens and tweens to learn and practice performance arts skills. No experience necessary. Clothing that allows for ease of movement is recommended.
We Are Oklahoma Book Discussion: "The Lost Boys" - LOCATION: Oklahoma Center for the Humanities, 101 E. Archer
Tue, Apr 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join TCCL and the Oklahoma Center for the Humanities to discuss one of the bizarre stories of Oklahoma's past – the 1954 Robbers Cave experiment in Gina Perry's "The Lost... more
Join TCCL and the Oklahoma Center for the Humanities to discuss one of the bizarre stories of Oklahoma's past – the 1954 Robbers Cave experiment in Gina Perry's "The Lost Boys." For adults and teens.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies and Toddlers/Stay and Play
Wed, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Ready, set, READ! This beginning storytime focuses on helping your baby or toddler develop important literacy skills while emphasizing the fun of reading.
Teen Lounge
Wed, Apr 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 ages 12-17.
Career Readiness Workshop - Preparing to Get Your Dream Job
Wed, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Young professionals can get tips on building their résumés, networking and dressing for their dream job.
Games in the Garden
Thu, Apr 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tandy Garden
Join us after school for some outdoor fun and games (weather permitting). For ages 4-10.
Grow Academy: Sales and Pricing
Sat, Apr 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Join us as we learn how to price products based on what your product is worth and how much your customers can afford. Registration is required. For adults.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Tue, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
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.
Job Lab: Résumé and Job Assistance
Tue, Apr 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab (311)
Get job-hunting help. We will help you set up an email account, create or update a résumé, and search and apply for jobs. For adults.
Yoga for Every Body
Tue, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Join us for a beginner-friendly yoga class taught by certified yoga instructor Beth Richmond. For all ages.
2024 Anne V. Zarrow Award for Young Readers' Literature - Honoring Raina Telgemeier
Fri, May 03, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meet graphic novelist Raina Telgemeier as she accepts the 2024 Anne V. Zarrow Award for Young Readers’ Literature, speaks about her life and works, and signs books.
Craft Club: Book Page Origami - Asian American Festival
Mon, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Join us as we explore all the fun things that can be made from the pages of damaged and discarded books. Materials are provided. Registration is required. For adults.
Job Lab: Résumé and Job Assistance
Tue, May 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab (311)
Get job-hunting help. We will help you set up an email account, create or update a résumé, and search and apply for jobs. For adults.
Yoga for Every Body
Tue, May 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Join us for a beginner-friendly yoga class taught by certified yoga instructor Beth Richmond. For all ages.
Monthly Movie Matinee - "True Grit" (2010)
Sat, May 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Join us for a critically acclaimed classic film. Coffee and cookies are provided. For adults.
Intro to Pitch Presentations
Mon, May 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Join us as Yanett Hollins from TEDC (Tulsa Economic Development Corporation) talks about how to effectively pitch your business. For adults.
Job Lab: Résumé and Job Assistance
Tue, May 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab (311)
Get job-hunting help. We will help you set up an email account, create or update a résumé, and search and apply for jobs. For adults.
Yoga for Every Body
Tue, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Join us for a beginner-friendly yoga class taught by certified yoga instructor Beth Richmond. For all ages.
Central Bards' Club - Theater Games, Improv, Dramatics
Tue, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
This is a place for teens and tweens to learn and practice performance arts skills. No experience necessary. Clothing that allows for ease of movement is recommended.
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