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Banned Book Club

Celebrate your FREEDOM to READ!
2023-10-09 19:00:00 2023-10-09 20:00:00 America/Chicago Banned Book Club Join us every second Monday of the month to discuss books that have been banned or challenged in schools and libraries. For adults. Hardesty Regional Library

Monday, October 09
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-10-09 19:00:00 2023-10-09 20:00:00 America/Chicago Banned Book Club Join us every second Monday of the month to discuss books that have been banned or challenged in schools and libraries. For adults. Hardesty Regional Library

Hardesty Regional Library

Frossard Auditorium

Join us every second Monday of the month to discuss books that have been banned or challenged in schools and libraries. For adults.

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

Aug. 14 - Satanic Verses by Salman Rushdie

Sep. 11 - The Kite Runner by Khalid Hosseini

Oct. 9 - Beloved by Toni Morrison

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
Emily Archibald
Hours
Mon, Jan 13 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jan 14 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jan 15 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jan 16 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jan 17 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jan 18 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jan 19 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

Services

  • WiFi
  • 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

Build A Reader Storytime: Babies
Tue, Jan 14, 10:00am - 10:20am
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, Jan 14, 11:00am - 11:20am
Storytime Room
Join us for songs, stories and movements geared to your toddler.
Build A Reader Storytime: Toddlers
Wed, Jan 15, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Join us for songs, stories and movements geared to your toddler.
Build A Reader Storytime: Preschool
Wed, Jan 15, 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.
Dolly Parton's Birthday Storytime - Tulsa International Airport, 7777 Airport Drive
Thu, Jan 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Schwab Hall
Celebrate the Imagination Library and Dolly Parton's birthday with songs, stories and party favors at the Tulsa Airport!
Genealogy Detectives: Beginning Genealogy
Thu, Jan 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Pecan Meeting Room
Looking to embark on your genealogy journey? Join us for a presentation on beginning genealogy methods and how to start your family history research. Registration is required.... more
Looking to embark on your genealogy journey? Join us for a presentation on beginning genealogy methods and how to start your family history research. Registration is required. For teens and adults.
LEGO Club
Thu, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Room
Drop in for some freestyle LEGO fun and maybe even "make" a friend or two! For preschoolers and elementary schoolers.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Thu, Jan 16, 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: Toddlers
Wed, Jan 22, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Join us for songs, stories and movements geared to your toddler.
Build A Reader Storytime: Preschool
Wed, Jan 22, 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.
LEGO Club
Thu, Jan 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Room
Drop in for some freestyle LEGO fun and maybe even "make" a friend or two! For preschoolers and elementary schoolers.
Dungeons & Dragons: Roll for Adventure
Thu, Jan 23, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Digital Lounge
Heroes needed! Join us for an evening of epic adventures and fearsome creatures in this D&D one-shot campaign. For middle and high schoolers.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Thu, Jan 23, 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.
Movies in the Cove: "Kung Fu Panda 4" (PG)
Sat, Jan 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Connor's Cove Children's Theater
Join us for a family-friendly movie. No food or drink is allowed in Connor's Cove. For families of all ages.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies
Mon, Jan 27, 10:00am - 10:20am
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: Babies
Tue, Jan 28, 10:00am - 10:20am
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, Jan 28, 11:00am - 11:20am
Storytime Room
Join us for songs, stories and movements geared to your toddler.
Conversation Circles in English - LOCATION: Oak Room
Tue, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Join Fatima Zehra, English language learning specialist with TCCL's Ruth G. Hardman Adult Literacy Service, and other adult English language learners for a fun and relaxed... more
Join Fatima Zehra, English language learning specialist with TCCL's Ruth G. Hardman Adult Literacy Service, and other adult English language learners for a fun and relaxed conversation class!
Build A Reader Storytime: Toddlers
Wed, Jan 29, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Join us for songs, stories and movements geared to your toddler.
Build A Reader Storytime: Preschool
Wed, Jan 29, 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.
LEGO Club
Thu, Jan 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Room
Drop in for some freestyle LEGO fun and maybe even "make" a friend or two! For preschoolers and elementary schoolers.
Hardesty Anime Club
Thu, Jan 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Digital Lounge
Join the Hardesty Regional Library Anime Club to hang out, play games, make crafts and discuss all things anime and manga. All materials are provided. For middle and high... more
Join the Hardesty Regional Library Anime Club to hang out, play games, make crafts and discuss all things anime and manga. All materials are provided. For middle and high schoolers.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Thu, Jan 30, 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.
National Take Your Child to the Library Day - Movement With the Force: A "Star Wars" Adventure
Sat, Feb 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Frossard Auditorium
Learn how to become a Jedi Knight and infiltrate the Death Star with fun movement-based activities and crafts themed around "Star Wars." Sponsored by the Friends of the Tulsa... more
Learn how to become a Jedi Knight and infiltrate the Death Star with fun movement-based activities and crafts themed around "Star Wars." Sponsored by the Friends of the Tulsa City-County Libraries.
Movies in the Cove: "Star Wars: Episode IV, A New Hope" (PG)
Sat, Feb 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Connor's Cove Children's Theater
Join us for a family-friendly movie. No food or drink is allowed in Connor's Cove. For families of all ages.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies
Mon, Feb 03, 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: Babies
Tue, Feb 04, 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, Feb 04, 11:00am - 11:20am
Storytime Room
Join us for songs, stories and movements geared to your toddler.
Conversation Circles in English - LOCATION: Ash Room
Tue, Feb 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Join Fatima Zehra, English language learning specialist with TCCL's Ruth G. Hardman Adult Literacy Service, and other adult English language learners for a fun and relaxed... more
Join Fatima Zehra, English language learning specialist with TCCL's Ruth G. Hardman Adult Literacy Service, and other adult English language learners for a fun and relaxed conversation class.
Build A Reader Storytime: Toddlers
Wed, Feb 05, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Join us for songs, stories and movements geared to your toddler.
Build A Reader Storytime: Preschool
Wed, Feb 05, 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, Feb 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ash Meeting Room
In this monthly program for book enthusiasts, we’ll discuss chapters we read, compare notes and talk about characters, themes or ideas. For adults.
Genealogy Detectives: Family Photo Valentines
Thu, Feb 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Maple Meeting Room
Bring a small family photo and create a valentine card to give to a loved one. Crafting and scrapbooking supplies are provided. Registration is preferred. For adults and teens.
LEGO Club
Thu, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Room
Drop in for some freestyle LEGO fun and maybe even "make" a friend or two! For preschoolers and elementary schoolers.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Thu, Feb 06, 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.
The Hardesty Irregulars: A Graphic Novel Book Club - "Dog Man" by Dav Pilkey
Fri, Feb 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Area
Join us for a short reading and discussion of the graphic novel "Dog Man" (volume 1) by Dav Pilkey. For ages 8-12.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies
Mon, Feb 10, 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.
Banned Book Club - Celebrate your FREEDOM to READ!
Mon, Feb 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Frossard Auditorium
Join us to discuss books that have been banned or challenged in schools and libraries. Our featured book is "The Scarlet Letter" by Nathaniel Hawthorne. For adults.
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies
Tue, Feb 11, 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, Feb 11, 11:00am - 11:20am
Storytime Room
Join us for songs, stories and movements geared to your toddler.
Conversation Circles in English - LOCATION: Ash Room
Tue, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Join Fatima Zehra, English language learning specialist with TCCL's Ruth G. Hardman Adult Literacy Service, and other adult English language learners for a fun and relaxed... more
Join Fatima Zehra, English language learning specialist with TCCL's Ruth G. Hardman Adult Literacy Service, and other adult English language learners for a fun and relaxed conversation class.
Build A Reader Storytime: Toddlers
Wed, Feb 12, 10:00am - 10:20am
Storytime Room
Join us for songs, stories and movements geared to your toddler.
Build A Reader Storytime: Preschool
Wed, Feb 12, 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.
LEGO Club
Thu, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Room
Drop in for some freestyle LEGO fun and maybe even "make" a friend or two! For preschoolers and elementary schoolers.
Dungeons & Dragons: Roll for Adventure
Thu, Feb 13, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Digital Lounge
Heroes needed! Join us for an evening of epic adventures and fearsome creatures in this D&D one-shot campaign. For middle and high schoolers.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Thu, Feb 13, 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.
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