Community Calendar

Join us to discuss “This Great Hemisphere” by Mateo Askaripour in anticipation of his visit to Central Library for One Book, One Tulsa on July 18. Refreshments provided by Wanda J's.

Show highlights include rocks, gems, minerals, jewelry, fossils, a fluorescent room, beads, crystals, a touch and feel table, working exhibits, displays, and a free kid’s zone.

https://trmsok.org

Join us for an exciting program featuring Stephen J. Little, AI program director for the National Genealogical Society. Explore how AI and genealogy intersect to enhance research. For adults & teens.

With a background in linguistics, technology and genealogy, Stephen J. Little brings a wealth of knowledge on the intersection of artificial intelligence and family history research. His workshop will explore how AI is shaping genealogy, from beginner-friendly tools to advanced applications. Whether you're new to AI or an experienced researcher, this session will provide valuable insights into using AI to enhance your family history discoveries.

Seating is limited to 175 spots. Contact the Genealogy Resource Center with questions at genaskus@tulsalibrary.org.

Sponsored by the Tulsa Library Trust.

Show highlights include rocks, gems, minerals, jewelry, fossils, a fluorescent room, beads, crystals, a touch and feel table, working exhibits, displays, and a free kid’s zone.

https://trmsok.org

Monthly Club meetings for Tulsa Rock and Mineral Society promotes interest in collecting rocks, minerals, fossils and artifacts, working with the lapidary arts and sharing knowledge about the earth sciences. We support education by providing programs for schools and adult groups year-round, and provide funds for scholarships in the earth sciences. First meeting is free to attend.

Tulsa Farmers' Market's Wednesday Morning Farmers Market is back every Wednesday from 8 am to 11 am, May through August.

Join us for a fresh start to your week with the largest selection of local fruits and veggies in the city—all sourced from passionate farmers and growers in our region.

Wednesday Mornings are perfect for those who prefer a more accessible, easy-to-navigate market experience, ideal for chefs stocking up before the weekend rush, and great for anyone wanting to replenish their kitchen with nutrient-dense, locally-grown foods midweek.

In addition to Tulsa’s freshest foods, customers can expect fun kids’ activities, donation-based yoga sessions, and educational guests & community programming.

Mark your calendars, spread the word, and get ready to make Wednesdays your favorite market day!

Waffles For Wishes is hosted by the Tulsa Young Professionals Council, benefiting Make-A-Wish Oklahoma. In addition to delightful brunch foods, the event features a raffle, silent auction, fun games for all, and lastly, impactful wish stories.

Join Rebecca McWilliams, Oklahoma history librarian, and Aaron Pope, Genealogy Resource Center coordinator, for an engaging look at the rich heritage and history of Oklahoma’s Five Tribes.

Discover history and heritage through firsthand Works Progress Administration (WPA) accounts of Cherokee, Chickasaw, Choctaw, Muskogee (Creek) and Seminole life from the Civil War to Oklahoma statehood in the amazing book Nations Remembered: An Oral History of the Cherokee, Chickasaws, Choctaws, Creeks, and Seminoles in Oklahoma, 1865-1907 by Theda Perdue.

Join us for a discussion of this powerful book and stay for a lecture on using Ancestry Library Edition and the Oklahoma Historical Society's Dawes Rolls Index in which you can find Dawes rolls numbers and enrollment cards — a vital resource for tracing Indigenous ancestry.

Registration is required. For adults and teens.

Each year, the Tulsa City-County Library hosts a systemwide initiative called "One Book, One Tulsa," during which Tulsa County residents are encouraged to read the same book. The purpose of this program is to foster literacy within our community and to encourage conversation about a meaningful book.

This year’s selection is by Mateo Askaripour, a recipient of the National Book Foundation's “5 Under 35” prize. This Great Hemisphere is a powerful, captivating novel about how far we'll go to protect the ones we love.

Join us on the first floor of Central Library for a discussion of Askaripour's book. Following his presentation, the author will answer questions from the audience and sign books. Books will be available for purchasing, courtesy of Fulton Street Books.

E-mail cas@tulsalibrary.org for more details.

Sponsored by the Tulsa Library Trust.

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.