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Oklahoma Library Association is an inclusive, innovative, & thriving organization that enriches Oklahomans' lives via proactive support of libraries.
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From OLA President Gail Oehler: “As my term as President of OLA draws to a close, I want to take a moment to thank each of you for the privilege of serving this extraordinary organization. It has been an honor...”

Read the full letter at buff.ly/q3uNRGV
Graphic of a spiraled notebook with a binder clip, illustrations and a cup of coffee atop of it. On the page of the notebook the text reads, "Letter from the President" with an illustration below it, then the OLA logo and below a link, "oklibs.org/page/library_stories"
June 10, 2025 at 2:33 PM
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6/13, 10am-12pm, join the Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, & Intellectual Freedom Roundtable for Part 2 of our virtual Data Talks series: US Census Data.

Jim Eldridge will discuss how US Census data can be used to advance EDI efforts at your library.

Learn more and register at buff.ly/mhWf7Wr
Mauve graphic with figure sitting atop charts and graphs on the center right. Text reads, "EDII Data Talks US Census Data, June 13, 2025 10AM-12PM Speaker: Jim Eldridge, Economic Development Manager, OG&E. Register online at oklibs.org/event/ediidata02"
June 2, 2025 at 4:44 PM
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6/6, 10am-12pm, join the Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, & Intellectual Freedom Roundtable for Part 1 of our virtual Data Talks: EDI and Data.

Suzette Chang will discuss the ways in which data intersects with the goals of EDI

Learn more and register at buff.ly/MdoP8dx
Purple graphic with a figure sitting atop charts and graphs. Text on graphic reads, EDII Data Talks EDI and Data, June 6, 2025 10AM-12PM, Speaker: Suzette Chang Founder & CEO Thick Descriptions. Register online at oklibs.org/event/ediidata01
May 28, 2025 at 4:38 PM
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Each module requires separate registration:
- $12 for students
- $24 for OLA members
- $48 for Non-members

Learn more and register at buff.ly/GlBmFeY
Blue background with image of a figure sitting atop charts and graphs on the center right side of the screen. Text reads, "EDII Data Talks. EDI and Data June 6, 10AM -12PM, US Census Data, June 13, 10AM-12PM, Data Use & Ethics, June 20, 10AM-12PM. $12 for Students, $24 for OLA Members, $48 for Non-members, Register online at oklibs.org/page/ediidata
May 23, 2025 at 4:34 PM
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In April, SEOLS had the distinct honor of welcoming award-winning author Lois Lowry for a three-stop visit across the region. Each event drew an enthusiastic crowd, with attendance ranging from 150 to an impressive 370 readers. Read the full story at: www.oklibs.org/news/701665/...
Author Lois Lowry with short white hair, glasses, and a light blue buttoned collared shirt holds one of her books in the SEOLS bookmobile. a long line of readers are waiting to get their books signed by Lois Lowry who is sitting on the right side of the table that has a purple plastic tablecloth.
May 21, 2025 at 1:52 PM
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We are so proud of the work of OLA Members, Molly Dettmann, Amanda Kordeliski, and Cherity Pennington who were named as Library Journal's Movers & Shakers for their advocacy work in Oklahoma!! @aaslala.bsky.social

Read more: www.libraryjournal.com/story/molly-...
Graphic with three brown-haired women wearing cardigans holding books and smiling. Text reads, Congratulations we're so proud of the work of these OLA Librarians, who were named as Library Journal Movers & Shakers for their Advocacy work! Molly Dettmann, Teacher Librarian, Norman North High School. Amanda Kordeliski Director of Libraries and Instructional Technology, Norman Public Schools, Cherity Pennington Director of Library and Media Services, Shawnee Public Schools, OK. Logo of library Journal is below.
May 14, 2025 at 4:44 PM
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Join Membership Engagement on Saturday, June 14 at 10 AM for a free guided tour for the Ansel Adams Exhibit at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art. An art workshop to follow the tour. Limited to forty OLA members.

Register at buff.ly/uz6vdyY.
Graphic with Ansel Adams photograph in the upper left corner. Text reads, Membership Engagement committee presents: Ansel Adams guided tour. Join membership engagement at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art. Join OLA on Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 10AM for a free guided tour for the new Ansel Adams Exhibit at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art. Art workshop to follow tour. Limited to forty members. To register [QR Code] [website link]. Map icon with OKCMOA Address, and email icon membership@oklibs.org with OLA logo in lower right corner.
May 13, 2025 at 12:16 PM
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Check out the latest content added to the OLA Video Archive!
OLA members can watch these recordings at buff.ly/vdfI87z (A link to the Video Archive can also be found under "Member Resources" at the top of the OLA website.)
Blue background with still images of snippets from videos. There are three images, the center image is simulating a table and the text on it reads, Oklahoma Library Association, Technical Services Roundtable, AI and the Ethical Librarian. AI and the Ethical LIbrarian (11/19/24). Description: Sponsored by TSRT, Libraries face many challenges with the potential of generative AI and its use and impact on library services. But as we explore these challenges, we must not forget to have ethics at the forefront of our decision making. The Text below this image reads, "new videos available on the OLA Video Archive. AI and the Ethical LIbrarian, Law for LIbrarians: Introduction to the Law/First Amendment, Public Libraries Division 2024 Virtual Series, KeyWordPlay: The role of playfulness in Information Literacy. Available only to OLA Members.
May 8, 2025 at 8:19 PM
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🏆 Help honor excellence in Oklahoma libraries—join the Awards & Scholarships Committee!
📝 Submit the Committee Preference Form by May 17:
🔗 buff.ly/mPv4KLb
#LibraryAwards #LibrarySupport #OklahomaLibraries
Graphic reads, "Committee preference form is open. Join the OLA Awards & Scholarships Committee. Want to help recognize excellence in Oklahoma libraries? Join the Awards & Scholarships Committee! Fill out the form at: oklibs.org/page/CommitteePreference All current members must fill out the annual form to remain on a committee"
May 2, 2025 at 11:18 AM
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⚖️ Curious how OLA operates? Want to help guide elections and bylaws? Join the Governance Committee and help shape our future!
📝 Submit the Committee Preference Form by May 17:
🔗 buff.ly/mPv4KLb
#LibraryLeadership #GovernanceMatters #OklahomaLibraries
Graphic reads, "Committee preference form is open. Join the OLA Governance Committee, want to learn how OLA runs behind the scenes? Join the Governance Committee to help shape the future of the organization. Fill out the form at oklibs.org/page/CommitteePreference **All current members must fill out the annual form to remain on a committee
April 30, 2025 at 4:16 PM
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📚 Passionate about professional development? Join the Continuing Education Committee and help plan learning opportunities for OLA members!
📝 Submit the Committee Preference Form by May 17:
🔗 buff.ly/mPv4KLb
#LibrarianLearning #ContinuingEducation #OklahomaLibraries
Graphic with text that reads, "Committee preference form is now open. Join the OLA Continuing Education Committee. Support professional growth across OLA! Join the Continuing Education Committee to help plan learning opportunities for members. Fill out the form at oklibs.org/page/CommitteePreference *all current members must fill out the annual form to remain on a committee
April 25, 2025 at 2:13 PM
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There was an excellent turn out for EDII Volunteer Day on March 29! We spent the day helping Sisu Youth Services with deep cleaning of their dorms, organizing supplies, and helping out where needed around the shelter.

Read the full story at www.oklibs.org/news/699301/...
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April 25, 2025 at 1:32 AM
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💬 Believe in the power of OLA membership? Help others get involved—join the Membership Engagement Committee!
📝 Submit the Committee Preference Form by May 17:
🔗 buff.ly/mPv4KLb
#LibraryCommunity #OLAMembership #OklahomaLibraries
Graphic with text that reads, "Committee preference form is now open. Join the OLA Membership Engagement Committee. Do you believe wholeheartedly in the value of OLA membership and want to recruit fellow librarians to join? Get involved with the Membership Engagement Committee! Fill out the form at oklibs.org/page/CommitteePreference *All current members must fill out the annual form to remain on a committee
April 23, 2025 at 6:09 PM
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🎨 Love designing graphics, writing promo copy, or managing social media? Join OLA’s Marketing & Communications Committee to help promote libraries across Oklahoma!
📝 Submit the Committee Preference Form by May 17:
🔗 buff.ly/mPv4KLb
#LibraryMarketing #OLACreativeTeam #OklahomaLibraries
Graphic with text that reads, "Committee preference form is now open. Join the OLA Marketing Committee. Love writing promo copy, designing graphics, or managing social media? Join the Marketing & Communications Committee to help promote OLA and Oklahoma Libraries! Fill out the form at oklibs.org/page/CommitteePreference *All current members must fill out the annual form to remain on a committee
April 16, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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🏛️ Want to stay in the know about legislation that impacts libraries? Join the Advocacy Committee to help raise awareness and keep Oklahoma’s library community informed!
📝 Submit the Committee Preference Form by May 17:
🔗 buff.ly/mPv4KLb
#LibraryAdvocacy #LibraryLegislation #OklahomaLibraries
Graphic with text that reads, "Committee Preference Form Now Open! Join the OLA Advocacy Committee. Interested in library legislation? Join the Advocacy Committee to stay informed and promote awareness across Oklahoma's library community. Fill out the form at oklibs.org/page/CommitteePreference. * Current members must submit the annual form to stay on a committee.
April 15, 2025 at 11:12 PM
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🌿 Want to support tribal organizations and promote library service to Native communities? Join the Tribal Libraries Committee!
📝 Submit the Committee Preference Form by May 17:
🔗 buff.ly/mPv4KLb
#TribalLibraries #InclusiveLibraries #OklahomaLibraries
Graphic with text that reads, Committee preference form now open! Join the OLA Tribal Libraries Committee. Want to support tribal organizations and library service to Native communities? Join the Tribal Libraries Committee! Fill out the form at: oklibs.org/page/CommitteePreference. *Current members must submit the annual form to stay on a committee
April 15, 2025 at 7:56 PM
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Mark your calendars! OLA Members are invited to attend the annual membership meeting on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 3:30 PM. For more information: buff.ly/TB6dbFc
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April 9, 2025 at 11:12 PM
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Want to get more involved in the Oklahoma library community?
Serve on an OLA Committee! Grow your professional network, build leadership skills, and connect with library folks across the state. Submit your Committee Preference Form by 5/16
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Text reads, Committee Preference Form is now open. Join an ola committee. Want to be more involved in OLA? Serving on a committee is a great way to grow your professional network, build leadership skills, and meet colleagues from across the state. Fill out the form at: oklibs.org/page/committeepreference. All current members must fill out the annual form to remain on a committee.
April 8, 2025 at 11:20 AM
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Join the Public Libraries Division for their online learning module, "How to Be a Human…. When YOU Are the Boss!" on Thursday, April 24 at 10 AM via Zoom. For more information or to register: www.oklibs.org/event/PLDSpr...
Graphic with a picture of laptops, notebooks, and phones on a table in the upper right corner. Text reads, How to be a Human...When you are the boss! Thursday, April 24th at 10 AM via Zoom. Presenters: Kathy Atchley, WPLS, Jackie Kropp, TCCL, Julie Slupe, Director of Mustang Public Library, Jolene Poore, Director of Ada Public Library. $12 for members, $24 for non-members, $6 for students.
April 5, 2025 at 1:56 PM
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Have any MPLA questions? Ask Tricia Andrews, your MPLA Rep, at [email protected]

Explore the April/May 2025 MPLA Newsletter at mpla.us/archives/mpl...
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Blue graphic with large text dialogue box that reads, What is MPLA? A regional association between 12 states: AZ, CO, KS, MT, NE, NV, NM, ND, OK, SD, UT, WY MPLA's purpose is to promote the development of librarians and libraries by providing significant educational and networking opportunities. Learn more at mpla.us. The Oklahoma Library Association logo in white is in the lower right corner.
April 4, 2025 at 2:10 PM
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Register for the Public Libraries Division's online learning module, "Storytime Basics: Getting Started on Your Literacy-Aligned Storytime!" buy 4/8. The 4/15, 9AM program is a broad introduction to how to prepare for offering effective story times.

To register: www.oklibs.org/event/PLDSpr...
Image of a person reading to a child. The text reads, Storytime Basics: Getting Started on Your Literacy-Aligned Storytime! Tuesday, April 15 at 9 am via Zoom with presenter Laura Raphel from TCCL. $12 Members, $24 Non-members, $6 Students.
April 3, 2025 at 6:52 PM
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University and College Division is excited to present Human Creativity in the Age of A.I., a hybrid learning module, on May 20, 2025. Registration ends May 13, 2025 to attend online or at the Al Harris Library in Weatherford.

For more information or to register: www.oklibs.org/event/ucdspr...
Black background with neon squiggles. Text made to look like graffiti and chalkboard writing, reads University and College Division Presents Human Creativity in the age of A.I. Hybrid learning module. 10 AM-4:30 PM. Tuesday May 20, 2025. Virtual/Al Harris Library at Southwestern Oklahoma State in Weatherford, OK. For more information or to register: buff.ly/4BHJIP. Email questions to UCD Chair, ucd@oklibs.org
April 2, 2025 at 3:34 PM
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The Oklahoma Library Association is pleased to announce the winner of the 2025 High School Sequoyah Book Award as Byron Graves for their book REZ BALL!
Image on the left side has the cover of Byron Graves' Rez Ball with text below that reads 2025 Winner High School Sequoyah Award Rez Ball by Byron Graves. Below text is the Sequoyah logo with OLA logo in the lower left corner. On the right side four book covers of Stickler Loves the World, Dogtown, the Lost Year, and Parachute Kids.
March 25, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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The Oklahoma Library Association is pleased to announce the winners of the 2025 Intermediate Sequoyah Book Award as Katherine Marsh for her book THE LOST YEAR and Betty C. Tang for her book PARACHUTE KIDS! This kid's-choice award resulted in a tie for the first time in 39 years!
Image has book cover of Katherine Marsh's The Lost Year on the left side of screen with text below that reads 2025 Winner Intermediate Sequoyah Award The Lost Year by Katherine Marsh. Below the text is the Sequoyah logo followed by the OLA logo in the lower left corner. The book covers of Stickler loves the world, dog town, Parachute Kids, and Rez Ball are on the right side. Image has book cover of Betty C. Tang's Parachute Kids on the left side of screen with text below that reads 2025 Winner Intermediate Sequoyah Award Parachute Kids by Betty C. Tang. Below the text is the Sequoyah logo followed by the OLA logo in the lower left corner. The book covers of Stickler loves the world, dog town, The Lost Year, and Rez Ball are on the right side.
March 25, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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The Oklahoma Library Association is pleased to announce the winner of the 2025 Children's Sequoyah Book Award as Katherine Applegate and Gennifer Choldenko for their book DOGTOWN!
Image has Dogtown book cover on left side, text below book cover reads, "2025 Winner, Children's Sequoyah Award, Dogtown by Katherine Applegate and Gennifer Choldenko."Below the text is the Sequoyah logo with the OLA logo in the lower left corner. The book covers of Stickler loves the world, The Lost Year, Parachute Kids, and Rez Ball are on the right side of the image.
March 25, 2025 at 3:30 PM