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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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What We Knew: Stories of the Holocaust in Oklahoma - Americans and the Holocaust
Sun, May 17, All day
Explore narratives of World War II and the Holocaust in Oklahoma newspapers, illuminating what we knew about the genocide of Europe’s Jewish population as it unfolded.
Americans and the Holocaust - Traveling Exhibition
Sun, May 17, All day
This traveling exhibition from the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum and American Library Association examines Americans’ responses to Nazism, war and genocide in Europe during... more
This traveling exhibition from the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum and American Library Association examines Americans’ responses to Nazism, war and genocide in Europe during the 1930s and 1940s.
What We Knew: Stories of the Holocaust in Oklahoma - Americans and the Holocaust
Mon, May 18, All day
Explore narratives of World War II and the Holocaust in Oklahoma newspapers, illuminating what we knew about the genocide of Europe’s Jewish population as it unfolded.
Americans and the Holocaust - Traveling Exhibition
Mon, May 18, All day
This traveling exhibition from the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum and American Library Association examines Americans’ responses to Nazism, war and genocide in Europe during... more
This traveling exhibition from the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum and American Library Association examines Americans’ responses to Nazism, war and genocide in Europe during the 1930s and 1940s.
Discover TCCL's Upgraded Catalog
Mon, May 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Computer Lab (311)
Tulsa City-County Library is excited to announce that your new and improved catalog and discovery platform is here: Discover TCCL! 
What We Knew: Stories of the Holocaust in Oklahoma - Americans and the Holocaust
Tue, May 19, All day
Explore narratives of World War II and the Holocaust in Oklahoma newspapers, illuminating what we knew about the genocide of Europe’s Jewish population as it unfolded.
Americans and the Holocaust - Traveling Exhibition
Tue, May 19, All day
This traveling exhibition from the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum and American Library Association examines Americans’ responses to Nazism, war and genocide in Europe during... more
This traveling exhibition from the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum and American Library Association examines Americans’ responses to Nazism, war and genocide in Europe during the 1930s and 1940s.
Yoga for Every Body - Asian American Festival
Tue, May 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Join us for a beginner-friendly yoga class taught by certified yoga instructor Beth Richmond and guest instructors. Yoga mats are provided. For tweens to adults.
Artist Council
Tue, May 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Gather with other artists to share your work and support fellow creatives. Sessions led by Trueson Daugherty, an emerging visual artist, performance artist and sculptor.
Americans and the Holocaust - Traveling Exhibition
Wed, May 20, All day
This traveling exhibition from the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum and American Library Association examines Americans’ responses to Nazism, war and genocide in Europe during... more
This traveling exhibition from the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum and American Library Association examines Americans’ responses to Nazism, war and genocide in Europe during the 1930s and 1940s.
What We Knew: Stories of the Holocaust in Oklahoma - Americans and the Holocaust
Wed, May 20, All day
Explore narratives of World War II and the Holocaust in Oklahoma newspapers, illuminating what we knew about the genocide of Europe’s Jewish population as it unfolded.
Candid Lab - Nonprofit Office Hours
Wed, May 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Computer Lab (311)
Candid Lab is a weekly opportunity to practice and gain confidence using Foundation Directory and GuideStar. The Nonprofit Resource Center librarian will be available to assist... more
Candid Lab is a weekly opportunity to practice and gain confidence using Foundation Directory and GuideStar. The Nonprofit Resource Center librarian will be available to assist and answer questions. 
Teen Lounge
Wed, May 20, 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 teens and tweens.
The Greenhouse - Business Accountability Group: Nurture Your Business
Wed, May 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Computer Lab (311)
Come mingle with other entrepreneurs and find people to be accountable to during your business ventures. Registration is required. For adults.
Novel Talk Presents What If: Real Fear, Imagined History - Americans and the Holocaust
Wed, May 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Using Philip Roth’s “The Plot Against America,” panelists will explore democracy’s fragility and the importance of civic engagement when human rights are at stake.
Kyoto Art Exhibit - LOCATION: First Floor
Thu, May 21, All day
View a glimpse of everyday life as experienced by school children in Kyoto, Japan. Artwork on view courtesy of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce.
Introduction to Finding Grants
Thu, May 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Computer Lab (311)
Are you new to the field of grant seeking? Discover what funders are looking for in nonprofits seeking grants and how to find potential funders in this introductory course.... more
Are you new to the field of grant seeking? Discover what funders are looking for in nonprofits seeking grants and how to find potential funders in this introductory course. Registration is required.
Third Place
Thu, May 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Drop in and engage in activities, socialize or simply enjoy a relaxing space to read. Board games, puzzles and refreshments are provided. For adults.
Kyoto Art Exhibit - LOCATION: First Floor
Fri, May 22, All day
View a glimpse of everyday life as experienced by school children in Kyoto, Japan. Artwork on view courtesy of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce.
Kyoto Art Exhibit - LOCATION: First Floor
Sat, May 23, All day
View a glimpse of everyday life as experienced by school children in Kyoto, Japan. Artwork on view courtesy of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce.
Grow Academy: Sales and Pricing
Sat, May 23, 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.
Kyoto Art Exhibit - LOCATION: First Floor
Sun, May 24, All day
View a glimpse of everyday life as experienced by school children in Kyoto, Japan. Artwork on view courtesy of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce.
Kyoto Art Exhibit - LOCATION: First Floor
Tue, May 26, All day
View a glimpse of everyday life as experienced by school children in Kyoto, Japan. Artwork on view courtesy of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce.
Yoga for Every Body - Asian American Festival
Tue, May 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Join us for a beginner-friendly yoga class taught by certified yoga instructor Beth Richmond and guest instructors. Yoga mats are provided. For tweens to adults.
Artist Council
Tue, May 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Gather with other artists to share your work and support fellow creatives. Sessions led by Trueson Daugherty, an emerging visual artist, performance artist and sculptor.
Kyoto Art Exhibit - LOCATION: First Floor
Wed, May 27, All day
View a glimpse of everyday life as experienced by school children in Kyoto, Japan. Artwork on view courtesy of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce.
Introduction to Foundation Directory
Wed, May 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Computer Lab (311)
Looking for grants for your nonprofit? Learn to use Foundation Directory, the most comprehensive prospect research tool for fundraisers, with 239,000+ grant-maker profiles.... more
Looking for grants for your nonprofit? Learn to use Foundation Directory, the most comprehensive prospect research tool for fundraisers, with 239,000+ grant-maker profiles. Registration is required.
Candid Lab - Nonprofit Office Hours
Wed, May 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Computer Lab (311)
Candid Lab is a weekly opportunity to practice and gain confidence using Foundation Directory and GuideStar. The Nonprofit Resource Center librarian will be available to assist... more
Candid Lab is a weekly opportunity to practice and gain confidence using Foundation Directory and GuideStar. The Nonprofit Resource Center librarian will be available to assist and answer questions. 
Teen Lounge
Wed, May 27, 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 teens and tweens.
Kyoto Art Exhibit - LOCATION: First Floor
Thu, May 28, All day
View a glimpse of everyday life as experienced by school children in Kyoto, Japan. Artwork on view courtesy of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce.
Build a Winning Résumé - Registration Required
Thu, May 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Your résumé is your first impression, so make it a good one. Learn how to get your résumé past AI-powered applicant tracking systems and HR employees and in front of a... more
Your résumé is your first impression, so make it a good one. Learn how to get your résumé past AI-powered applicant tracking systems and HR employees and in front of a hiring manager.
Kyoto Art Exhibit - LOCATION: First Floor
Fri, May 29, All day
View a glimpse of everyday life as experienced by school children in Kyoto, Japan. Artwork on view courtesy of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce.
Kyoto Art Exhibit - LOCATION: First Floor
Sat, May 30, All day
View a glimpse of everyday life as experienced by school children in Kyoto, Japan. Artwork on view courtesy of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce.
Kyoto Art Exhibit - LOCATION: First Floor
Sun, May 31, All day
View a glimpse of everyday life as experienced by school children in Kyoto, Japan. Artwork on view courtesy of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce.
T-Rex Tea Party - Summer Reading Program Kickoff Celebration
Mon, Jun 01, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Join us to celebrate the first day of the Summer Reading Program. Drop in and enjoy crafts and activities, and maybe even have tea with a dinosaur!
Craft Club: Diorama
Mon, Jun 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Learn how you can use silhouettes cut from the library's laser machine to put together a custom diorama. Registration is required. For adults.
Build A Reader Storytime/Stay and Play: Family
Mon, Jun 01, 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/Stay and Play: Family
Tue, Jun 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104),Tandy Garden
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.
Puzzlemania!
Tue, Jun 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Test your puzzle prowess by competing to be the best puzzler in this timed puzzle completion. Registration is required. For adults.
Yoga for Every Body
Tue, Jun 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Join us for a beginner-friendly yoga class taught by certified yoga instructor Beth Richmond. Yoga mats are provided. For tweens to adults.
Artist Council
Tue, Jun 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Gather with other artists to share your work and support fellow creatives. Sessions led by Trueson Daugherty, an emerging visual artist, performance artist and sculptor.
Build A Reader Storytime/Stay and Play: Family
Wed, Jun 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104),Tandy Garden
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 Lounge
Wed, Jun 03, 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 teens and tweens
Music & More Connection With Katherine Battenberg
Thu, Jun 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Join Ms. Katherine as she guides families on a musical and movement experience, creating art in motion in a rich, learning environment. For toddlers and preschoolers.
Tech Talk: AI Harrassment - Presenter: Katlin Seagraves
Thu, Jun 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Digital Literacy Lab (216)
Explore new developments in AI with the Crabby Rathbun case. We'll take a look at how AI agents can cross ethical lines, from digital bullying to blackmail. Join us for... more
Explore new developments in AI with the Crabby Rathbun case. We'll take a look at how AI agents can cross ethical lines, from digital bullying to blackmail. Join us for insights and lively discussion!
Movie and Craft Friday
Fri, Jun 05, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01),Tandy Garden
Bring snacks and a blanket and join us for a movie and a craft in the garden. For kids of all ages.
Tulsa Page Masters
Sat, Jun 06, 10:00am - 11:30am
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Join us for an intergenerational book club for kids, tweens, teens and adults focused on dinosaurs. We will have games and crafts related to our books for each age group.
Music Monday
Mon, Jun 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Join us for a fun morning of singing and dancing to help foster early literacy skills. For toddlers and preschoolers.
Really Basic Computer Class
Mon, Jun 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Computer Lab (311)
Designed for those with little or no experience using computers and the internet, this class covers the very basics of the parts of the computer, Windows software and... more
Designed for those with little or no experience using computers and the internet, this class covers the very basics of the parts of the computer, Windows software and navigating the internet.
Music Sandwiched In Featuring Shelby Eicher
Mon, Jun 08, 12:10pm - 12:50pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Beloved Tulsa musician Shelby Eicher, a composer, teacher, recording artist and member of the National Fiddler Hall of Fame, kicks off our annual live music series. You may... more
Beloved Tulsa musician Shelby Eicher, a composer, teacher, recording artist and member of the National Fiddler Hall of Fame, kicks off our annual live music series. You may bring your lunch.
Build A Reader Storytime/Stay and Play: Family
Mon, Jun 08, 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.
Really Basic Computer Class
Mon, Jun 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Computer Lab (311)
Designed for those with little or no experience using computers and the internet, this class covers the very basics of the parts of the computer, Windows software and... more
Designed for those with little or no experience using computers and the internet, this class covers the very basics of the parts of the computer, Windows software and navigating the internet.  
Build A Reader Storytime/Stay and Play: Family
Tue, Jun 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104),Tandy Garden
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.
Stamp Making With Artist Candacee White
Tue, Jun 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Design, carve and test your very own rubber stamp or linoleum block. This class will cover the basics of relief print carving, including techniques, safety methods and ideas... more
Design, carve and test your very own rubber stamp or linoleum block. This class will cover the basics of relief print carving, including techniques, safety methods and ideas for creating designs.
Yoga for Every Body
Tue, Jun 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Join us for a beginner-friendly yoga class taught by certified yoga instructor Beth Richmond. Yoga mats are provided. For tweens to adults.
Artist Council
Tue, Jun 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Gather with other artists to share your work and support fellow creatives. Sessions led by Trueson Daugherty, an emerging visual artist, performance artist and sculptor.
Build A Reader Storytime/Stay and Play: Family
Wed, Jun 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104),Tandy Garden
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 Lounge
Wed, Jun 10, 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 teens and tweens
Better Business Book Club - "The Gap and the Gain"
Wed, Jun 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Come read and discuss "The Gap and the Gain" by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Harvey with other entrepreneurs. For adults.
American Indian Dances With Mike Pahsetopah
Thu, Jun 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Join Mike Pahsetopah for a performance of spectacular American Indian dances. For elementary schoolers.
Adult Book Fair
Thu, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Join us for nostalgic book fair goodies and giveaways, and hand-picked collections of library books to check out so that you can build your summer reading list. Registration is... more
Join us for nostalgic book fair goodies and giveaways, and hand-picked collections of library books to check out so that you can build your summer reading list. Registration is required. For adults.
Movie and Craft Friday
Fri, Jun 12, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01),Tandy Garden
Bring snacks and a blanket and join us for a movie and a craft in the garden. For kids of all ages.
We Are Oklahoma Book Discussion: "Dust Bowl Girls" - LOCATION: Wildflower Cafe, 913 S. Boulder Ave. W., Tulsa
Sat, Jun 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Enjoy the delicious menu of the Wildflower Cafe while we discuss the book "Dust Bowl Girls" by Lydia Reeder. Registration is required. For adults and teens.
Monthly Movie Matinee - "A Night at the Opera" (1935)
Sat, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Join us for a critically acclaimed classic film. Complimentary coffee and cookies are provided. For adults.
Build A Reader Storytime/Stay and Play: Family
Mon, Jun 15, 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/Stay and Play: Family
Tue, Jun 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104),Tandy Garden
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 Craft Time
Tue, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Mary K. Chapman Children's Meeting Room (104)
Join us for an afternoon of crafting, snacks and community. All materials are provided. Just bring your imagination! For teens and tweens.
Yoga for Every Body
Tue, Jun 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Aaronson Auditorium (L01)
Join us for a beginner-friendly yoga class taught by certified yoga instructor Beth Richmond. Yoga mats are provided. For tweens to adults.
Artist Council
Tue, Jun 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Pocahontas Greadington Learning & Creativity Center
Gather with other artists to share your work and support fellow creatives. Sessions led by Trueson Daugherty, an emerging visual artist, performance artist and sculptor.
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