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An Evening With Author Chris Cleave
2017-03-08 19:00:00 2017-03-08 20:45:00 America/Chicago An Evening With Author Chris Cleave Meet New York Times best-selling novelist Chris Cleave, author of "Little Bee" and "Everyone Brave Is Forgiven." Central Library

Wednesday, March 08
7:00pm - 8:45pm

Add to Calendar 2017-03-08 19:00:00 2017-03-08 20:45:00 America/Chicago An Evening With Author Chris Cleave Meet New York Times best-selling novelist Chris Cleave, author of "Little Bee" and "Everyone Brave Is Forgiven." Central Library

Central Library

Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center

Meet New York Times best-selling novelist Chris Cleave, author of "Little Bee" and "Everyone Brave Is Forgiven."

British author Chris Cleave joins us for his first-ever Oklahoma event. Cleave took the reading world by storm with his megahit "Little Bee." He returns with his new novel, "Everyone Brave Is Forgiven," a heartbreaking, insightful novel that tells the story of three lives entangled during World War II. Presented in partnership with Tulsa Literary Coalition, Booksmart Tulsa and Magic City Books. 

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Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Wed, Jun 07, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies and Toddlers
Wed, Jun 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104),Tandy Garden
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, Jun 07, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Intergalactic Spaceport & Emporium
Kick back and chill with art supplies, video games and plenty of space to study, read or hang out with friends. For tweens and teens.
Movie in the Garden: "Paddington"
Wed, Jun 07, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Tandy Garden
Join us for a movie in the garden celebrating the theme of this year’s Summer Reading Program, “All Together Now." 
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Thu, Jun 08, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Garden Play Thursday
Thu, Jun 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Tandy Garden
Join us in the garden for outside fun and games. For ages 5-10.
Speed Friending
Thu, Jun 08, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Looking to expand your real-life social network? Check out our latest speed-friending event, complete with icebreakers, games and a free tea and coffee bar. Registration is... more
Looking to expand your real-life social network? Check out our latest speed-friending event, complete with icebreakers, games and a free tea and coffee bar. Registration is limited and required. 
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Fri, Jun 09, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Family Movie Friday: "Luca" (Rated PG)
Fri, Jun 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Tandy Garden
Grab your picnic basket and blanket and come to watch a movie with us in our garden. For ages 12 and younger.
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Sat, Jun 10, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Monthly Movie Matinee - "Ace in the Hole" (1951)
Sat, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Join us for a critically acclaimed classic or contemporary film. Coffee and cookies will be provided.
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Sun, Jun 11, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Mon, Jun 12, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Music Sandwiched In Featuring Jazz Pianist Don Ryan
Mon, Jun 12, 12:00pm - 12:50pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Don Ryan, one of Tulsa's most popular musicians, opens up our beloved biweekly summer music series!
Bubble Stage Show With Dustin Reudelhuber
Mon, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
We take bubbles to the max in this comedy/educational bubble extravaganza. It's the craziest, most creative bubble show around!
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Mon, Jun 12, 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.
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Tue, Jun 13, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Tue, Jun 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
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, Jun 13, 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. Registration is required. For adults.
Yoga for Every Body
Tue, Jun 13, 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.
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Wed, Jun 14, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies and Toddlers
Wed, Jun 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104),Tandy Garden
Ready, set, READ! This beginning storytime focuses on helping your baby or toddler develop important literacy skills while emphasizing the fun of reading.
Minecraft Wednesday: Minecraft Education
Wed, Jun 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Computer Lab (311)
Put your imagination to the test building your own world in the popular game Minecraft. Registration is required. For ages 9-12.
Make A Catapult
Wed, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Maker Space
Learn how to make your own catapult using popsicle sticks and rubber bands and then see how far it'll go! Registration is required and is limited.
Teen Lounge
Wed, Jun 14, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Intergalactic Spaceport & Emporium
Kick back and chill with art supplies, video games and plenty of space to study, read or hang out with friends. For tweens and teens.
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Thu, Jun 15, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Garden Play Thursday
Thu, Jun 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Tandy Garden
Join us in the garden for outside fun and games. For ages 5-10.
Be Kind To Your Mind: Dealing With Strong Emotions
Thu, Jun 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Join us for this free mental health series led by Andrew Duffy, a licensed clinical social worker. For adults.
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Fri, Jun 16, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Family Movie Friday: "Princess and the Frog" (Rated G)
Fri, Jun 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Tandy Garden
Grab your picnic basket and blanket and come to watch a movie with us in our garden. For ages 12 and younger.
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Sat, Jun 17, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
PAWS for Reading
Sat, Jun 17, 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
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Sun, Jun 18, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Canceled
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Mon, Jun 19, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Tue, Jun 20, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Tue, Jun 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
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.
Let's Make a Kite!
Tue, Jun 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Maker Space
Learn some basic techniques to make a kite and then design your own. Registration is required.
This event is full
Job Lab - Résumé and Job Assistance
Tue, Jun 20, 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. Registration is required. For adults.
Yoga for Every Body
Tue, Jun 20, 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.
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Wed, Jun 21, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies and Toddlers
Wed, Jun 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104),Tandy Garden
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, Jun 21, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Intergalactic Spaceport & Emporium
Kick back and chill with art supplies, video games and plenty of space to study, read or hang out with friends. For tweens and teens.
Movies in the Garden: "9 to 5"
Wed, Jun 21, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Tandy Garden
Join us for movie in the garden celebrating the theme of this year’s Summer Reading Program, “All Together Now."
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Thu, Jun 22, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Garden Play Thursday
Thu, Jun 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Tandy Garden
Join us in the garden for outside fun and games. For ages 5-10.
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Fri, Jun 23, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Family Movie Friday: "Turning Red" (Rated PG)
Fri, Jun 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Tandy Garden
Grab your picnic basket and blanket and come to watch a movie with us in our garden. For ages 13 and younger.
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Sat, Jun 24, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Grow Academy: Tending Your Garden -- Weeding Out Distraction -
Sat, Jun 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
One of the most important elements of your business is YOU! Learn how to prioritize demands and how to keep yourself from burning out while you work to keep your dreams alive.
Screen Print Saturday
Sat, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Maker Space
Learn the basics of creating unique, artistic prints using our screen printing equipment. Registration is required.
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Sun, Jun 25, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Mon, Jun 26, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Music Sandwiched In Featuring Vocalist Pat Hobbs
Mon, Jun 26, 12:00pm - 12:50pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Our beloved biweekly music series continues with vocalist Pat Hobbs.
Music With Steve Weeks
Mon, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Steve Weeks performs with both a boisterous sense of humor and a deep sense of purpose.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Mon, Jun 26, 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.
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Tue, Jun 27, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Tue, Jun 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
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, Jun 27, 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. Registration is required. For adults.
Yoga for Every Body
Tue, Jun 27, 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.
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Wed, Jun 28, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies and Toddlers
Wed, Jun 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104),Tandy Garden
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, Jun 28, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Intergalactic Spaceport & Emporium
Kick back and chill with art supplies, video games and plenty of space to study, read or hang out with friends. For tweens and teens.
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Thu, Jun 29, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Garden Play Thursday
Thu, Jun 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Tandy Garden
Join us in the garden for outside fun and games. For ages 5-10.
Be Kind To Your Mind: Coping Skills
Thu, Jun 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Join us for this free mental health series led by Andrew Duffy, a licensed clinical social worker. For adults.
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Fri, Jun 30, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Family Movie Friday: "Raya and the Last Dragon" (Rated PG)
Fri, Jun 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Tandy Garden
Grab your picnic basket and blanket and come to watch a movie with us in our garden. For ages 12 and younger.
Tiny Fandoms With Sarah Bowen
Fri, Jun 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Come and make a polymer clay miniature based on your current favorite media – books, video games, movies or whatever you're into!
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Sat, Jul 01, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Sun, Jul 02, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Mon, Jul 03, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Craft Club: Vision Board Collage
Mon, Jul 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington – Main
Do you like glue and clipping things from magazines Then you will love vision boarding! Join us as we collage our way to greatness. Registration is required.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family
Mon, Jul 03, 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.
Canceled
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Tue, Jul 04, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Canceled
Yoga for Every Body
Tue, Jul 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for a beginner-friendly yoga class taught by certified yoga instructor Beth Richmond. For all ages.
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Wed, Jul 05, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Build A Reader Storytime: Babies and Toddlers
Wed, Jul 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104),Tandy Garden
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, Jul 05, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Intergalactic Spaceport & Emporium
Kick back and chill with art supplies, video games and plenty of space to study, read or hang out with friends. For tweens and teens.
Movies in the Garden: "Life of Pi"
Wed, Jul 05, 6:45pm - 9:00pm
Tandy Garden
Join us for a movie in the garden celebrating the theme of this year’s Summer Reading Program, “All Together Now." 
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Thu, Jul 06, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Garden Play Thursday
Thu, Jul 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Tandy Garden
Join us in the garden for outside fun and games. For ages 5-10.
Puzzlemania!
Thu, Jul 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Test your puzzle prowess! Teams of up to six players will compete to see who can put together an identical 500-piece jigsaw puzzle in the least amount of time. Registration is... more
Test your puzzle prowess! Teams of up to six players will compete to see who can put together an identical 500-piece jigsaw puzzle in the least amount of time. Registration is required. For adults.
Build A Reader Storytime: Family/Make and Take
Thu, Jul 06, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
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.
Teen Scavenger Hunt: Get To Know Central Library
Fri, Jul 07, All day
Explore some of the awesome things available at the Central Library and earn cool prizes while you do!
Family Movie Friday: "Fox and the Hound" (Rated G)
Fri, Jul 07, 10:00am - 11:30am
Tandy Garden
Grab your picnic basket and blanket and come to watch a movie with us in our garden. For ages 12 and younger.
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