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1 TulsaLibrary.org READ DECEMBER 2014 A FREE MONTHLY GUIDE TO YOUR COMMUNITY, ITS PROGRAMS AND SERVICES adults & all ages BIXBY A-Book-A-Month Discussion Group Wednesday, Dec p.m. Read a Christmas novel or mystery and then join us for this lively discussion. For adults. BROKEN ARROW Open Book Discussion Tuesday, Dec. 9 6:30-7:45 p.m. Read To Marry an English Lord by Gail McColl or The Habits of the House by Fay Weldon and then join us for this lively discussion about the phenomenon of The Buccaneers in the 19th and 20th centuries. For adults. BROKEN ARROW /SOUTH Broken Arrow Great Discussions Wednesday, Dec. 3 12:30-2:30 p.m. Are you interested in discussing current issues with other people in the community? If so, join us for a lively and informative discussion on the Arkansas River. Our guest speaker is Ann Patton, who will talk about her new book Tulsa River, which uses photography, historical documents and interviews to tell the story of Tulsa s most important waterway. For adults. BROOKSIDE Brookside Book Discussion Monday, Dec. 8 1:30-2:30 p.m. Enjoy a little warmth, humor and grand storytelling from Maeve Binchy with "A Week in Winter," a fun and light read for a busy time of year. For adults. COLLINSvILLE All Thumbs Knitters Wednesdays, Dec. 3, p.m. All levels of knitting expertise are welcome to join us for this fun and instructional afternoon. For adults. Collinsville Book Discussion Tuesday, Dec. 9 noon-1 p.m. Join this fun group of readers for a lively discussion of "The Two Faces of January" by Patricia Highsmith. Call to reserve a copy of the book. For adults. Sponsored by the Friends of the Collinsville Library. Patchworkers Tuesday, Dec. 9 6:30-8 p.m. If you want to learn to quilt or are an experienced quilter, join us for an informative and fun evening. For adults. COMMUNITY venues Novel Talk: Music, the Universal Language Wednesday, Dec :30 p.m. LOCATION: AHHA, 101 E. Archer St. Can music transform lives? Does it provide a means of universal comfort and communication? How do people bond under extreme CLOSINGS Broken Arrow Library is closed through Dec. 7. Librarium will be closed Dec. 5. Hardesty, Martin, Rudisill and Zarrow Regional libraries will be closed Dec. 14, 21, 28. All libraries will close at 6 p.m. Dec. 22, 23, 29, 30. All libraries will be closed Dec. 24 and Dec. 25 for Christmas. All libraries will close at 5 p.m. Dec. 31. circumstances, and is it possible that these extreme circumstances can compel us to create new and possibly better selves? These questions will be the topic for discussion when three experts in music and literature talk about Ann Patchett's novel "Bel Canto." Join English teacher, writer and actor Sloan Davis, renowned international opera soprano and teacher Linda Roark Strummer, and librarian, opera singer and avid reader Keith Jemison for this lively panel discussion. For adults. Sponsored by the Tulsa Library Trust. HARDESTY REGIONAL Simple Steps for Starting Your Business: Start-Up Basics Thursday, Dec. 4 6:30-8:30 p.m. Want to start a business? Get the help you need with SCORE experts. Learn the essentials of business start-ups, get action steps for your business and receive one-to-one mentoring. SCORE is a nonprofit association of volunteer business experts. Registration is required. Go to to register. Meet Ann Patchett, Winner of the Tulsa Library Trust's 2014 Peggy v. Helmerich Distinguished Author Award Saturday, Dec. 6 10:30 a.m. Location: Connor's Cove Ann Patchett will talk about her life TO SEARCH FOR EVENTS, SCAN THIS CODE USING YOUR MOBILE DEVICE AND QR SCANNER APP. and works, answer questions from the audience and sign books. Patchett is the author of "The Patron Saint of Liars," "The Magician's Assistant," "Bel Canto," "State of Wonder" and other critically acclaimed works. Her books will be available for purchasing, courtesy of Barnes & Noble. Sponsored by the Tulsa Library Trust. Delights of December Tuesday, Dec. 9 noon-1 p.m. Location: Frossard Auditorium Enjoy music and poetry celebrating the holidays in December with emcee Karen Larsen, KJRH Channel 2 news anchor. Light refreshments will be served. Kick off Hanukkah, Christmas and Kwanzaa in style. For adults. Sponsored by the Friends of the Tulsa City-County Libraries. HELMERICH Books People Are Talking About Wednesday, Dec :15-1:15 p.m. We'll enjoy holiday treats as we discuss the novels and essays of the 2014 Peggy V. Helmerich Distinguished Author Award winner Ann Patchett. Her newest book is a collection of essays, This Is the Story of a Happy Marriage. Sponsored by the Friends of the Helmerich Library. HERMAN AND KATE KAISER Family Fun Friday Friday, Dec. 12 1:30-3 p.m. Enjoy stories, crafts, games, a science activity and fun for all ages.

2 a d u l t s & a l l a g e s c o n t i n u e d / t e e n s & t w e e n s JENKS Jenks Library Book Discussion Group Thursday, Dec. 18 1:30-2:30 p.m. Join us for a lively discussion. Call to see what book we will be discussing. You should read the book prior to the program. For adults. LIBRARIUM 3-D Printer Orientation Monday, Dec. 22 1:30-2 p.m. Stop by during winter break for 3-D printer orientation. After you attend the orientation, you can make an appointment to use the 3-D printer yourself. For all ages. PRATT A Pratt Library Family Christmas Saturday, Dec p.m. We invite young and old alike to join us for an old-fashioned Christmas party. You may bring treats to share. We will have crafts, songs and fun from days gone by. For all ages. RUDISILL REGIONAL Simple Steps for Starting Your Business: Start-Up Basics Saturday, Dec a.m.-12:30 p.m. Location: Greenwood Room Want to start a business? Get the help you need with SCORE experts. Learn the essentials of business start-ups, get action steps for your business and receive one-to-one mentoring. SCORE is a nonprofit association of volunteer business experts. Registration is required. Go to www. tulsa.score.org to register. For adults. SCHUSTERMAN-BENSON Mystery Readers Roundtable Thursday, Dec p.m. Looking for a new author? Come for coffee and find out what other mystery lovers are reading. For adults. Mango is an online language-learning system that can help you learn languages like: SKIATOOK Osage Language Class Mondays, Dec. 1, 8, p.m. A representative from the Osage Nation Language Department will teach participants the basics of the Osage language. Sponsored by the Tulsa Library Trust and American Indian Resource Center. For all ages. ZARROW REGIONAL Osage Language Class 6-7 p.m. A representative from the Osage Nation Language Department will teach participants the basics of the Osage language. Sponsored by the Tulsa Library Trust and American Indian Resource Center. For all ages. teens & tweens powered by Choose from nearly 40 languages and learn by listening to native speakers and engaging in the interactive lessons offered through this user-friendly language instruction tool. Visit TulsaLibrary.org/language and use your Tulsa City-County Library card to access Mango Languages. Spanish French Japanese Brazilian Portuguese German Mandarin Chinese English as a Second Language Greek Italian Russian Hebrew Thai Vietnamese BROKEN ARROW /SOUTH In the Middle Book Group Monday, Dec. 15 6:30-7:30 p.m. Bring your favorite book of the year to share with other kids your age, and then stay for games, giveaways and other book-related FUN! For ages Next Life: Reincarnate Your Books Tuesday, Dec. 16 3:30-4:30 p.m. Breathe new life into old books. We'll upcycle discarded library books into quirky gifts and decorations, just in time for the holidays! Join us in the teen area inside the library. For ages BROOKSIDE Make a Bracelet! Friday, Dec p.m. Using a variety of beads, create a one-of-a-kind gift for yourself or for a loved one. All materials are provided. Registration is required and limited to 14 participants on a first-come, first-served basis. Call to save a spot. For ages Wrapaganza Saturday, Dec p.m. If you've always wanted to learn how to wrap a present, this is the TulsaLibrary.org

3 t e e n s & t w e e n s c o n t i n u e d event for you! We'll show you how to wrap your small and medium gifts, and decorate with bows and ribbon for the ultimate look! Supplies are provided. For ages COLLINSVILLE Utime@yourlibrary Monday, Dec. 8 2:30-4:30 p.m. Learn to crochet, read to our PAWS for Reading dog Jack, play Wii games, enjoy snacks and have fun. For teens. Sponsored by the Friends of the Collinsville Library. Sukikyo! Anime Club Wednesday, Dec :30 p.m. Meet up with other manga/ anime fans to discuss your favorite books, movies, characters and plot twists. For teens. Sponsored by the Friends of the Collinsville Library. HARDESTY REGIONAL Minecraft Gaming Thursday, Dec :30 p.m. Put your imagination to the test building your own world in the popular game Minecraft. For ages Anime/Manga Club Saturday, Dec :30 p.m. Location: Digital Lounge Get ready for the holidays manga style with refreshments and a 3-D printer demonstration. For ages HELMERICH Board Games and Maker Space Tuesday, Dec. 30 2:30-4 p.m. Bring a friend and join us for board games, origami and tessellation, too! For ages Sponsored by the Friends of the Helmerich Library. HERMAN AND KATE KAISER Family Fun Friday Friday, Dec. 12 1:30-3 p.m. Enjoy stories, crafts, games, a science activity and fun for all ages. JENKS J-TAG Holiday Get Together Tuesday, Dec p.m. Join Jenks Teen Advisory Group's endof-the-year extravaganza for food, fun, discussion, and a chance to create awesome gifts for your loved ones and friends. For ages LIBRARIUM Holiday Mini Maker Fair Monday, Dec p.m. Kick off your winter break with a visit to the library! Make holiday and winter-themed crafts to decorate or give away to loved ones. We'll have some 3-D printed items and other ideas ready to go. For ages MARTIN REGIONAL Teen Time Wednesdays, Dec. 3, p.m. Location: Auditorium Join us for fun activities, Wii gaming and board games. For ages Minecraft Night Thursday, Dec p.m. Put your imagination to the test building your own world in the popular game Minecraft. For ages Class is limited to 12 on a first-come, first-served basis. Manga Ai! Manga/Anime Club Saturday, Dec p.m. Location: Conference Room Join other manga/anime fans to discuss your favorite books, movies, characters and plot twists from this popular Japanese publishing trend. For ages NATHAN HALE Game Day Friday, Dec. 19 3:30-4:45 p.m. If you like to sing, dance or play an instrument, we have the musical equipment to create a show. Come and enjoy electronic gaming and fun with Mario and Luigi. For ages Class size is limited. SCHUSTERMAN-BENSON The Craft Connection: Kindness Workshop Monday, Dec p.m. Make as many handmade gifts as you can before we run out of time or supplies at this crafty holiday gathering. What s the catch? You must give away everything you make an exercise in generosity! Give your creations to friends and family, or hide them in sneaky places where strangers will find them. We ll have various projects and supplies, hot tea, music and books for inspiration. For ages Get Job Help Now! With Tulsa City-County Library s FREE Online Job Assistance: Live job coaches Expert résumé help Interview coaching Career advice Visit TulsaLibrary.org/jobhelp and use your Tulsa City-County Library card to access Brainfuse JobNow TM. FUNDED BY: (2-11 p.m. daily CST) Tulsa city-county library event guide december 2014

4 t e e n s & t w e e n s c o n t i n u e d / c o m p u t e r s & d e v i c e s / c h i l d r e n ZARROW REGIONAL Shrinky Dinks Workshop Thursday, Dec p.m. Join us for some retro DIY fun. Turn Shrinky Dinks into magnets, key chains, jewelry or other wearable art. Materials are provided. For ages Minecrafternoon Saturday, Dec p.m. Join us for a special winter break session of Minecraft! Put your imagination to the test building your own world in this popular computer game. For ages computers, devices & digital services HARDESTY REGIONAL MS Excel 1 Tuesday, Dec p.m. This class shows how to create formulas, use automatic fill and change basic formatting. You should take MS Word 2 and have some experience using a mouse prior to taking this class. For adults. Class is limited to 18 on a first-come, first-served basis. MS Excel 2 Tuesday, Dec p.m. This class shows how to create and edit formulas, and apply functions and advanced formatting to your spreadsheets and workbooks. You should take MS Excel 1 prior to taking this class. For adults. Class is limited to 18 on a first-come, first-served basis. MS Word 1 Saturday, Dec. 13 9:30-11:30 a.m. This class shows how to use toolbars and menus, set margins, apply spell check, and preview, save and print documents. You should have some experience using a computer keyboard and mouse prior to taking this class. For adults. Class is limited to 18 on a first-come, first-served basis. LIFELONG LEARNING WITH Take noncredit continuing education courses for free 24/7 via the Internet. Attend class and do assignments on your schedule. Each course has a real instructor who you may communicate with using . Universal Class features more than 500 online courses, including the following areas of study: Accounting Arts and photography Business Computer training Cooking Entrepreneurship MS Excel 3 Tuesday, Dec p.m. This class shows how to create charts, apply conditional formatting and control the appearance of printed spreadsheets. You should take MS Excel 2 prior to taking this class. For adults. Class is limited to 18 on a first-come, first-served basis. MARTIN REGIONAL MS Word 1 Saturday, Dec a.m.-noon This class shows how to use toolbars and menus, set margins, apply spell check, and preview, save and print documents. You should have some experience using a computer keyboard and mouse prior to taking this class. For adults. Class is limited to 12 on a first-come, first-served basis. Finance General education Health and medicine Home and garden Homeschooling Language arts/esl START LEARNING NOW! Visit TulsaLibrary.org/universalclass and use your Tulsa City-County Library card to access Universal Class. Law Parenting and family Pet and animal care Religious studies Web development Plus many more! MS Word 2 Saturday, Dec a.m.-noon This class shows how to create and format tables, use bulleted and numbered lists, and apply and format columns in a document. You should take MS Word 1 prior to attending. For adults. Class is limited to 12 on a first-come, first-served basis. ZARROW REGIONAL Really Basic Computer Class Wednesday, Dec. 3 1:30-2:30 p.m. This class is designed for new computer users who have little or no previous experience using computers, Windows, a mouse or the Internet, and little or no knowledge of basic computer terms. For adults. Class is limited to 12 on a first-come, first-served basis. Social Media for Grownups Wednesday, Dec. 10 1:30-2:30 p.m. Social media websites like Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest are everywhere these days but can be confusing for those of us who grew up in a different era! Come and learn the ins and outs of using and enjoying today's social media. For adults. Class is limited to 12 on a first-come, first-served basis. ebook Office Hours Wednesday, Dec p.m. Get one-to-one assistance from trained library staff on accessing ebooks, audiobooks, digital magazines, music downloads, streaming movies and more. Bring your device, and we will walk you through setup and answer all your burning questions about library econtent. For all ages. Registration is required. Call to register. children BROKEN ARROW /SOUTH Growing Readers Storytime Tuesdays, Dec. 2, 9 10:30-11 a.m. Ready, set, READ! Bring your emergent readers to this beginning reading storytime with Miss Laura. We focus on helping children develop important literacy skills while emphasizing the fun of reading. Stay for early literacy stations from 11 to 11:30 a.m. For ages 2-5. Wednesdays, Dec. 3, :30 a.m. 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 Toddler Time Wednesdays, Dec. 3, 10 10:30-11 a.m. Enjoy stories, action rhymes, music, bubbles, and meeting other toddlers in the neighborhood. For ages 2-3 Santa! Santa! Santa! Tuesday, Dec :30-11:30 a.m. This storytime will be ALL THINGS SANTA... Santa stories, Santa crafts, Santa songs and who knows? Maybe even Santa Claus himself! For ages 10 and younger. TulsaLibrary.org

5 c h i l d r e n c o n t i n u e d BROOKSIDE 10:15-10:45 a.m. The best in children's literature, songs, games, finger plays, rhymes and other with your preschooler. For ages :20 a.m. 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 Wrapaganza Saturday, Dec p.m. If you've always wanted to learn how to wrap a present, this is the event for you! We'll show you how to wrap your small and medium gifts, and decorate with bows and ribbon for the ultimate look! Supplies are provided. For ages CHARLES PAGE Monday, Dec. 1 6:30-7:30 p.m. Registered therapy dogs are excellent listeners. Kids ages 5-12 are invited to read their favorite Tuesdays 10:30-11:15 a.m. Dec. 2 Who Stole the Cookie? Dec. 9 Monkey Shines Dec. 16 Happy Holidays 1 Dec. 23 Happy Holidays 2 Dec. 30 Happy New Books The best in children's literature, songs, games, finger plays, rhymes and other reading-related activities are shared with your preschooler. For ages 5 and younger. COLLINSVILLE Stories From the Rocking Chair Tuesdays, Dec. 2, 9, 16 10:30-11 a.m. Enjoy stories, songs, crafts and more. For newborns to 4-years-old and caregivers. GLENPOOL Ms. Tatiana s Family Storytime 10:30-11 a.m. For babies and toddlers, playing is learning! Enjoy storytime and then stay after for games, toys and activities that foster critical early literacy skills. For ages 5 and younger with their caregivers. HARDESTY REGIONAL Toddler Time Mondays, Dec. 1, :20 a.m. Tuesdays, Dec. 2, :20 a.m. Enjoy stories, action rhymes, fun flannels, music, bubbles and meeting other toddlers in the neighborhood. For ages 2-3 Mr. Paul s Mondays, Dec. 1, :30 a.m. with your preschooler. For ages 3-5. Marvelous Monday Stories Monday, Dec. 1 6:30-7 p.m. Join Ms. Karen for stories and other fun activities. For all ages. Tuesdays, Dec. 2, :20 a.m. Wednesdays, Dec. 3, :20 a.m. Learn and enjoy songs, stories and activities that are just right for your little one at this lapsit storytime. For newborns to 2-yearolds With Ms. Kristie Wednesdays, Dec. 3, :30 a.m. with your preschooler. For ages 3-5. Holiday Storytime and Visit From Santa Monday, Dec. 8 6:30-7:45 p.m. Location: Connor s Cove Santa is coming to storytime! Bring your cameras. For all ages. HERMAN AND KATE KAISER Thursdays, Dec. 4, 11, :25 a.m. Learn and enjoy songs, stories and activities that are just right for your little one at this lapsit storytime. For newborns to 2-yearolds Thursdays, Dec. 4, 11, 18 10:30-11:30 a.m. Enjoy storytime and then stay after for games, toys and activities that foster critical early literacy skills. For ages 3-5. Wednesdays, Dec. 10, 17 3:30-5 p.m. Registered therapy dogs are excellent listeners. Kids ages 5-10 are invited to read their favorite books to a furry, four-pawed friend. Each reader will receive a free book provided by the Tulsa Library Trust. Registration is required. Call to register. Family Fun Friday Friday, Dec. 12 1:30-3 p.m. Enjoy stories, crafts, games, a science activity and fun for all ages. Sensory Storytime Saturday, Dec :30 a.m.-noon Does your child have difficulty sitting through storytime? If so, this inclusive, interactive program of stories, songs and activities may be just what you are looking for! Sensory Storytime focuses on learning with all five senses and is especially designed for children with a variety of learning styles or sensory integration challenges. Registration is required. Register online at kids.tulsalibrary.org/sensorystorytime or by calling JENKS 10-10:15 a.m. 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 10:30-11 a.m. Dec. 3 Gingerbread Family Dec. 10 Oh Christmas Tree Dec. 17 Santa Stories with your preschooler. For ages 3-5. Holiday Craft Creation Tuesday, Dec p.m. Get ready for the holiday season creating awesome crafts. Snacks are included. For ages 12 and younger. Tuesday, Dec p.m. Registered therapy dogs are excellent listeners. Kids ages 5-10 are invited to read their favorite books to a furry, four-pawed friend. Each reader will receive a free book provided by the Tulsa Library Trust. Registration is required. Call to register. JUDY Z. KISHNER Elves and Evergreens Tuesday, Dec p.m. Start December with an element of fun and frolic! For ages 10 and younger. KENDALL-WHITTIER Bilingual Storytime 10-10:45 a.m. Enjoy stories, songs and activities in English and Spanish. For ages 3-5. LIBRARIUM Family Storytime Tuesdays, Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23, :30 a.m. Enjoy stories, finger plays and songs. For ages 5 and younger and their families. Holiday Mini Maker Fair Monday, Dec p.m. Kick off your winter break with a visit to the library! Make holiday and winter-themed crafts to decorate or give away to loved ones. We'll have some 3-D printed items and other ideas ready to go. For ages MARTIN REGIONAL Fun Fun Music Saturday, Dec. 6 11:30 a.m.-noon Are you ready to sing, hop and jump to songs in Japanese and English? Join the Konnichiwa group for a fun-filled musical program. For ages 5 and younger. NATHAN HALE Storytime With Mrs. Cindy Thursdays, Dec. 4, 11, 18 10:30-11 a.m. with your preschooler. For ages 3-5. OWASSO Tuesdays, Dec. 2, 9, 16 9:30-9:50 a.m. 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 Tulsa city-county library event guide december 2014

6 c h i l d r e n c o n t i n u e d (Owasso Library continued) Tuesdays, Dec. 2, 9, :30 a.m. The best in children's literature, songs, games, finger plays, rhymes and other reading-related activities are shared with your preschooler. For ages 3-5. Stay and Play Tuesdays, Dec. 2, 9, 16 10:30-11 a.m. For babies and toddlers, playing is learning! After our regularly scheduled storytime, join us for games, toys and activities that foster critical early literacy skills. For ages 5 and younger. Homeschool Storytime Tuesdays, Dec. 2, 9, p.m. Join us for fun stories and a craft. For ages Sensory Storytime Friday, Dec p.m. Does your child have difficulty sitting through storytime? If so, this inclusive, interactive program of stories, songs and activities may be just what you are looking for! Sensory Storytime focuses on learning with all five senses and is especially designed for children with a variety of learning styles or sensory integration challenges. Registration is required. Register online at kids.tulsalibrary.org/sensorystorytime or by calling Thursday, Dec. 11 3:30-4:30 p.m. Registered therapy dogs are excellent listeners. Kids ages 5-10 are invited to read their favorite All Aboard the Polar Express! Monday, Dec :45 p.m. Bring the whole family to the library for a reading of The Polar Express, yummy hot chocolate and other fun activities. PRATT Thursdays, Dec. 4, 11, 18 10:30-11:15 a.m. Dec. 4 Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow! Dec. 11 Christmas Craft Day Dec. 18 Merry Christmas Party (you may bring food to share) with your preschooler. For ages 5 and younger with their caregivers. A Pratt Library Family Christmas Saturday, Dec p.m. We invite young and old alike to join us for an old-fashioned Christmas tulsa city-county library locations 25 Bixby Library 20 E. Breckenridge, M, 10-8; T-Th, 12-8; Fri., 12-6; Sat., Broken Arrow Library 300 W. Broadway, M-Th, 10-8; Fri., 10-6; Sat., 10-5 (closed through Dec. 7 for improvements) 23 Broken Arrow Library/South 3600 S. Chestnut, M-Th, 10-8; Fri.-Sat., Brookside Library 1207 E. 45th Place, M-Th, 10-8; Fri., 10-6; Sat., Central Library Closed for renovation 400 Civic Center, Charles Page Library 551 E. Fourth St., Sand Springs, M-Th, 10-8; Fri.-Sat., Collinsville Library 1223 Main, M-Th, 12-8; Fri., 12-5; Sat., Glenpool Library 730 E. 141st St., M-Th, 12-8; Fri., 12-5; Sat., Hardesty Regional Library and Genealogy Center 8316 E. 93rd St., M-Th, 9-9; Fri., 9-6; Sat., 9-5; Sun., Helmerich Library 5131 E. 91st St., M-Th, 10-8; Fri.-Sat., Herman and Kate Kaiser Library 5202 S. Hudson Ave., Suite B, M-Th, 10-8; Fri., 10-6; Sat., Jenks Library 523 W. B St., M-T, 12-8; W-Th, 10-6; Fri., 12-5; Sat., Judy Z. Kishner Library N. Cincinnati Ave. E., Sperry M-T, 12-7; W, 10-5; Th, 12-7; Fri., 12-5; Sat., Kendall-Whittier Library 21 S. Lewis, M-Th, 10-8; Fri.-Sat., Librarium 1110 S. Denver Ave., M-Th, 9-7; Fri.-Sat., Martin Regional Library and Hispanic Resource Center 2601 S. Garnett Road, M-Th, 9-9; Fri., 9-6; Sat., 9-5; Sun., Maxwell Park Library 1313 N. Canton, M-F, 10-6; Sat., Nathan Hale Library 6038 E. 23rd St., M, 10-8; T-Th, 10-6; Fri.-Sat., Owasso Library 103 W. Broadway, M-Th, 10-8; Fri., 10-6; Sat., Pratt Library 3219 S. 113th W. Ave., Sand Springs, M-Th, 10-8; Fri.-Sat., Rudisill Regional Library and African-American Resource Center 1520 N. Hartford, M-Th, 9-9; Fri.-Sat., 9-5; Sun., Schusterman-Benson Library 3333 E. 32nd Place, M-Th, 10-8; Fri.-Sat., Skiatook Library 316 E. Rogers, M, 12-8; T-Th, 10-6; Fri.-Sat., Suburban Acres Library 4606 N. Garrison, M-Th, 10-6; Fri.-Sat., Zarrow Regional Library and American Indian Resource Center 2224 W. 51st St., M-Th, 9-9; Fri.-Sat., 9-5; Sun., 1-5 TulsaLibrary.org

7 c h i l d r e n c o n t i n u e d party. You may bring treats to share. We will have crafts, songs and fun from days gone by. For all ages. RUDISILL REGIONAL Tuesday, Dec :30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec :30 a.m. The best in children's literature, songs, games, finger plays, rhymes and other reading-related activities are shared with your preschooler. For ages 3-5 Santa visits Storytime Tuesday, Dec :30 a.m. Santa's making a special stop at Rudisill for storytime. Santa will read a few of his favorite stories. For ages 3-5 SCHUSTERMAN- BENSON Preschool Stay and Play Storytime Tuesdays, Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 10:30-11:30 a.m. Enjoy storytime and then stay after for games, toys and activities that foster critical early literacy skills. For ages 6 and younger., :20 a.m. 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 en español TulsaLibrary.org/hrc Patrocinado por el Centro Hispano y el Fideicomiso de las Bibliotecas de Tulsa. Informes al BIBLIOTECA KENDALL-WHITTIER Cuentos Bilingües Miércoles, 3, 10, 17 de diciembre 10-10:45 a.m. Cuentos, canciones y actividades en inglés y español. Para niños de 4 a 5 años. Stay and Play Storytime, 31 10:30-10:50 a.m. For babies and toddlers, playing is learning! Enjoy storytime and then stay after for games, toys and activities that foster critical early literacy skills. For newborns to 2-year-olds Monday, Dec. 8 3:30-4:30 p.m. Registered therapy dogs are excellent listeners. Kids ages 5-10 are invited to read their favorite Santa Pajama Jam Thursday, Dec. 11 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wear your best winter pajamas and join us for songs, stories and pictures with Santa! For ages 10 and younger. Mad Science Monday Monday, Dec :30 p.m. Learn a new science experiment. Will they work or explode? Or were they supposed to explode in the first place? Join us for messy excitement! For ages SKIATOOK Thursdays, Dec. 4, 11, a.m.-noon The best in children's literature, songs, games, finger plays, rhymes and other reading-related activities are shared with your preschooler. For ages 3-5. Saturdays, Dec. 6, 20, 27 noon-1 p.m. Registered therapy dogs are excellent listeners. Kids ages 3-12 are invited to read their favorite Seating is limited. ZARROW REGIONAL Stay and Play Storytime, 31 10:30-11:30 a.m. Enjoy stories, songs and rhymes, and then stay after for games and activities that foster early literacy skills. For ages 5 and younger. Saturday, Dec p.m. Registered therapy dogs are excellent listeners. Kids ages 5-10 are invited to read their favorite Research Center Your Source for Lifelong Learning, Working and Dreaming Visit the Research Center and: Explore Tulsa s colorful past through historical newspapers, memoirs and books. Learn the lay of the land with an extensive map collection. Fix cars and electronics with hundreds of diagrams and schematics. Meet industrial standards using ANSI, API, ASME or ASTM. Explore oil, gas and geology with a world-class collection. Stay informed with access to federal, state and local government information. While Central Library is closed for renovation, the Research Center has been relocated to a nonpublic facility at 6500 E. 44th St. Call to schedule an appointment to use the Research Center or visit TulsaLibrary.org/research for additional research resources. Free and Open to the Public If you are hearing-impaired and need a qualifi ed interpreter, please call the library 48 hours in advance of the program. The Tulsa Book Review and Tulsa City-County Library Event Guide are printed on partially recycled paper. The Tulsa City-County Library Event Guide is produced by the Public Relations Office of the Tulsa City-County Library. For questions or concerns, call

8 38 th annual a dult creative writing contest 2015 Deadline: Jan. 31 Cash prizes are awarded. Entry forms are available at all Tulsa City-County Library locations or online at TulsaLibrary.org/friends. Sponsored by the Friends of the Tulsa City-County Libraries. TulsaLibrary.org