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# Eastern Oklahoma Library System

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- [Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library Pickleball Courts Now Open](https://eols.org/2023/06/grand-opening-celebration-of-jim-lucas-checotah-public-library-now-has-public-pickleball-courts-scheduled-for-june-29/) - The Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library's newly finished pickleball courts were celebrated on June 29, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Checotah Mayor Daniel Tarkington said June 29 is declared "Pickleball Day in Checotah," and, he and some of the city's council members played a doubles game. The pickleball courts will be first-come, first-served for the public
- [Muskogee Public Library chosen by Library of Congress for Partnership to Create Digital Experience](https://eols.org/2025/07/muskogee-public-library-chosen-by-library-of-congress-for-partnership-to-create-digital-experience/) - Learn More Upcoming Library of Congress Programs Media Contacts: Brett Zongker, Library of Congress, bzongker@loc.gov Belle Brown, Eastern Oklahoma Library System, bbrown@eols.org, 918-441-0910 New Grant-Funded Initiative Aims to Co-Create Cutting-Edge Digital Experiences with National Collections The Library of Congress today announced LOCal, a new multiyear digital initiative, will expand the national library’s capacity to bring digital
- [UniversalClass offers free CEUs, training, skill-building courses with an EOLS library card](https://eols.org/2025/07/universalclass-offers-free-ceus-training-skill-building-courses-with-an-eols-library-card/) - Earn CEUs and certificates, build your online portfolio, and share your achievements with others. Go at your own pace, learn on your own time. Classes include everything from Adobe PDF, Excel, and graphic design, to technical writing, how to bake cookies, and how to be an effective administrative assistant. Choose from more than 600 classes—an
- [Online Literacy Classes to be Offered at Westville, Hulbert, Stilwell, Checotah, and Eufaula Library Branches](https://eols.org/2025/08/online-literacy-classes-to-be-offered-at-westville-hulbert-stilwell-checotah-and-eufaula-library-branches/) - Muskogee Public Library and Tahlequah Public Library are excited to announce that we have received a $20,000.00 grant from the Carolyn Watson Rural Oklahoma Community Foundation Fund. This grant will help bring adult literacy classes to five libraries that serve rural communities. Residents in the areas of Checotah, Eufaula, Hulbert, Stillwell, and Westville now have
- [Free ESL & Citizenship Classes Available At Rural Libraries In Adair, Cherokee And Mcintosh Counties](https://eols.org/2025/12/free-esl-citizenship-classes/) - Muskogee Public Library and Tahlequah Public Library are excited to announce that we have received a $20,000.00 grant from the Carolyn Watson Rural Oklahoma Community Foundation Fund. This grant will help bring adult literacy classes to five libraries that serve rural communities. Residents in the areas of Checotah, Eufaula, Hulbert, Stillwell, and Westville now have
- [Free GED Classes Available At Rural Libraries In Adair, Cherokee And Mcintosh Counties](https://eols.org/2025/12/free-ged-classes-available-at-rural-libraries-in-adair-cherokee-and-mcintosh-counties/) - Muskogee Public Library and Tahlequah Public Library are excited to announce that we have received a $20,000.00 grant from the Carolyn Watson Rural Oklahoma Community Foundation Fund. This grant will help bring adult literacy classes to five libraries that serve rural communities. Residents in the areas of Checotah, Eufaula, Hulbert, Stillwell, and Westville now have
- [What Could The Library Of Congress Do For YOU?](https://eols.org/2026/01/what-could-the-library-of-congress-do-for-you/) - Eastern Oklahoma Library System hosts free events connecting local communities with the Library of Congress and a new exhibition inspired by regional stories.
- [What? There's a Literacy Program at the Library?](https://eols.org/2024/10/what-theres-a-literacy-program-at-the-library/) - “What? The Library Has an Adult Literacy Program?” The literacy program in Muskogee Public Library has existed since the 1970s – over four decades. Yet, we still hear, “I didn’t know there was a program like that!” How often does this happen? Surprisingly, much more than it should. We host events and visit many places
- [Being a tutor isn’t just about reading or writing.](https://eols.org/2025/02/being-a-tutor-isnt-just-about-reading-or-writing/) - Being a tutor isn’t just about reading or writing. It’s about giving individuals the information they need and encouraging them to use that knowledge to reach their goals. Our tutors are the ones within the program who can make this happen. You are the person they see in class, and you’re the one giving them
- [Eastern Oklahoma Library System Receives $20,000 Grant to Expand Literacy Program to Five Rural Libraries](https://eols.org/2025/05/eastern-oklahoma-library-system-receives-20000-grant-to-expand-literacy-program-to-five-rural-libraries/) - MUSKOGEE, Oklahoma – The Eastern Oklahoma Library System is pleased to announce it has received a $20,000 grant from the Carolyn Watson Rural Oklahoma Community Foundation Fund at the Oklahoma City Community Foundation. This grant is one of 25 awarded, totaling $427,845 to support local organizations working to enhance quality of life in rural Oklahoma.
- [Join the Muskogee Area Literacy Council for an International Literacy Day Celebration](https://eols.org/2025/08/join-the-muskogee-area-literacy-council-for-an-international-literacy-day-celebration/) - The Muskogee Area Literacy Council is hosting a fun event from 6-8 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 11 at the Muskogee Public Library to celebrate International Literacy Day. The event includes a photo booth, pinata, bracelet craft, bookmarks, pizza, and giveaways! Contact Penny Chastain for more information at 918-682-6657, ext. 101.
- [The Most Important Part of Your Children's School Supplies is a Library Card! Visit our Homework Help Page for Resources to Help You Get Through the School Year!](https://eols.org/homework-help/) - There’s nothing more frustrating for children and their parents than homework at times. Who remembers algebra? What is a dangling participle? With the myriad responsibilities and stresses of adulthood, who wants to remember what a gerund is? In all seriousness, parents/caregivers have a terrific opportunity to help their children with their studies using an EOLS
- [Muskogee Area Literacy Writing Contest Deadline July 7: Stories from the Front Porch](https://eols.org/2025/05/muskogee-area-literacy-writing-contest-deadline-july-7-stories-from-the-front-porch/) - 2025 Muskogee Area Literacy Writing Contest has begun! This year’s theme is “Stories From the Front Porch…” Open to adults 18 and over Entry window: June 2 – July 7, 2025 (by 9:00 pm) Email entries to: pchastain@eols.org Subject Line: 2025 Adult Writing Contest Entry Attach your story and a required cover page. Cover page
- [Muskogee County Transit offering sponsored rides to Muskogee Public Library, July 1-August 31](https://eols.org/2025/06/muskogee-county-transit-offering-free-rides-to-muskogee-public-library-july-1-august-31/) - Need a ride to the library? A generous community partner will cover the cost of all Muskogee County Transit rides to and from the Muskogee Public Library from July 1 – August 31, 2025! Riders must be going to the library on the Transit’s Southwest Route, and will be required to get a card stamped
- [Muskogee Public Library Receives $1.5 Million Grant from City of Muskogee Foundation](https://eols.org/2025/06/muskogee-public-library-receives-1-5-million-grant-from-city-of-muskogee-foundation/) - Muskogee Public Library is pleased to announce a substantial gift from the City of Muskogee Foundation that will move the library toward a complete renovation of the 52-year-old building and a reimagining of library services that will positively impact the community for years to come. “We are so grateful to the Foundation. We are dreaming big
- [Sign up for the Summer Reading Program!](https://eols.org/reading-challenges/)
- [EOLS Cardholders Can Now Access Chilton's Manuals Online for Free](https://eols.org/car-care/)
- [Grove Public Library Celebrates Launch of its StoryWalk® at Grove Centennial Park](https://eols.org/2025/05/grove-public-library-celebrates-launch-of-its-storywalk-at-grove-centennial-park/) - GROVE, OK — Grove Public Library, a branch of the Eastern Oklahoma Library System, recently celebrated the grand opening of its new StoryWalk® at Grove Centennial Park. The StoryWalk® is a permanent installation featuring pages from a children’s book displayed along a walking path, encouraging families to read together while enjoying the outdoors. The project
- [Full-Access Digital Cards Now Available for New Card Holders, Adults 18 and Over May Apply Online](https://eols.org/virtual-cards/)
- [Help Your Local Library - Join Friends of the Library Today](https://eols.org/library-friends/)
- [Westville Masonic Lodge to Hold Annual Fundraiser for John F. Henderson Public Library](https://eols.org/2025/03/westville-masonic-lodge-to-hold-annual-fundraiser-for-john-f-henderson-public-library/)
- [Muskogee Phoenix: Library grows into event center for Muskogee](https://www.muskogeephoenix.com/columns/now-trending-library-grows-into-event-center-for-muskogee/article_620a5eee-2fe2-4474-95f4-205bef327675.html)
- [Fort Gibson's Q.B. Boydstun Library Reopens Just in Time for Spring Fun](https://eols.org/2025/04/fort-gibsons-q-b-boydstun-library-reopens-just-in-time-for-spring-fun/) - How’s your Spring going, library lovers? Ours is going great because the Q.B. Boydstun Library opened back up on March 24! We still have several projects we’re working on and we’re waiting on the new furniture and signage, but all books, videos, and games are shelved, the computers are hooked up, and we are able
- [April Showers, May Flowers, and More at the Muskogee Public Library](https://eols.org/2025/03/april-showers-may-flowers-and-more-at-the-muskogee-public-library/) - April often brings to mind two things: rain and the promise of spring. Have you ever wondered where the saying “April showers bring May flowers” originated? This timeless phrase can be traced back to literary classics, including Chaucer’s The Canterbury Tales and Thomas Tusser’s A Hundred Good Points of Husbandry, where the line reads, “Sweet
- [Tahlequah Public Library to Host Caregiver Support Group Classes in April](https://eols.org/2025/03/tahlequah-public-library-to-host-caregiver-support-group-classes-in-april/) - Caring for a loved one with health challenges is a deeply meaningful role, but it can also be physically, emotionally, and mentally exhausting. Caregivers often put the needs of others ahead of their own, leading to stress, burnout, and feelings of isolation. To support caregivers in the community, Tahlequah Public Library is hosting the Oklahoma
- [All EOLS Branches and Offices will be Closed on Wednesday, April 2 for Staff Development Day](https://eols.org/download-and-stream/)
- [Join the Mar10 Reading Challenge Through March 31st](https://eols.org/reading-challenges/)
- [Check this out: Weeding Books is Necessary](https://eols.org/2025/01/check-this-out-weeding-books-is-necessary/) - Has this ever happened to you at the library? You go in to get a book. You checked the card catalog and it says it’s in. You go to the shelf where it’s supposed to be and find it missing and you swear that it was there three weeks ago. Or you notice empty shelves
- [MPL Awarded OHS Preservation Grant to Digitize Muskogee Phoenix Microfilm](https://eols.org/2025/02/mpl-awarded-ohs-preservation-grant-to-digitize-muskogee-phoenix-microfilm/) - February 20, 2025 (918) 682-6657 Leslie Young-Holland Genealogy and History Librarian Muskogee Public Library lyoung-holland@eols.org For Immediate Release MUSKOGEE, Oklahoma–Muskogee Public Library (MPL) is pleased to announce it has received an Oklahoma Heritage Preservation Grant from the Oklahoma Historical Society (OHS) to begin a newspaper digitization project. Thanks to permission from CNHI, Inc., owner of
- [Muskogee Public Library to hold 2025 Great Decisions at 4 p.m. Thursdays through February and March](https://eols.org/2025/01/muskogee-public-library-to-hold-2025-great-decisions-at-4-p-m-thursdays-through-february-and-march/) - MUSKOGEE, Oklahoma—Muskogee Public Library will offer America’s largest discussion program on world affairs again this year beginning Feb. 6 and continuing on Thursdays through March. Offered by the Foreign Policy Association, Great Decisions provides backround information and policy options for the eight most critical issues each year, and serves as the focal text for discussion
- [Join Tahlequah Library's Third Thursday Book Club for "Oklahoma Private Investigations"](https://eols.org/2025/01/join-tahlequah-librarys-third-thursday-book-club-for-oklahoma-private-investigations/) - I have been a reader ever since I can remember and I’ve always believed in the power of literature to bring people together. That’s why I’m really excited to share that the Tahlequah Public Library along with the Third Thursday Book Club has received a grant from Oklahoma Humanities to host a discussion series called
- [Check Out Access Muskogee Magazine for Muskogee County Health & Living Resources](https://www.nbn-nrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Access-Muskogee-Fall-2024-WEB.pdf)
- [MUSKOGEE TOUCH-A-TRUCK SET FOR APRIL 26 AT THE MUSKOGEE CIVIC CENTER - SAVE THE DATE!](https://EOLS.ORG/TOUCH-A-TRUCK/)
- [MPL to Celebrate Black History Month with Special Programs Throughout February](https://eols.org/2025/01/mpl-to-celebrate-black-history-month-with-special-programs-throughout-february/) - February is Black History Month, a time to learn and reflect on the richness of Black history, culture, and contributions that have profoundly shaped our society. Black History Month serves as a reminder of the resilience and creativity that has emerged from the Black community, despite historical challenges. It is an opportunity to educate ourselves
- [Muskogee Phoenix: Muskogee Public Library aims for funding, growth](https://www.muskogeephoenix.com/news/muskogee-public-library-aims-for-funding-growth/article_f6902866-e4d7-11ef-8a05-0b214a275215.html)
- [SAIL Exercise Class Coming to Muskogee Public Library in February](https://eols.org/2025/01/sail-exercise-class-coming-to-muskogee-public-library-in-february/) - The Oklahoma Healthy Aging Initiative (OHAI) Northeast Center of Healthy Aging will be providing the Staying Active and Independent for Life (SAIL) program. The classes will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. from Feb. 4 through Mar. 18 at the Muskogee Public Library located at 801 W. Okmulgee in Muskogee. SAIL is a
- [Local Author to Present at Next Muskogee Area Literacy Council November Write Night](https://eols.org/2024/10/muskogee-area-literacy-council-to-host-november-writing-workshops-at-muskogee-public-library/) - The Muskogee Area Literacy Council is hosting four writing workshops in honor of National Novel Writing Month. Each Tuesday in November from 6-8 p.m., participants will meet in the literacy classroom at Muskogee Public Library, 801 W. Okmulgee Ave., Muskogee. This is an adults-only program in which participants can share their work, listen to others,
- [Muskogee Public Library Receives Kirschner Trusts Grant to Purchase Giveaway Books](https://eols.org/2024/12/muskogee-public-library-receives-kirschner-trusts-grant-to-purchase-giveaway-books/) - Muskogee Public Library is pleased to announce it is the recipient of a $4,000 grant from the Kirschner Trusts at the Oklahoma City Community Foundation to purchase books for families to build home libraries and healthy habits. The Kirschner Trusts regularly awards Muskogee Public Library grants for books and programs, and the library typically gives the books
- [Make Memories and Holiday Traditions at Muskogee Public Library in December](https://eols.org/2024/12/make-memories-and-holiday-traditions-at-muskogee-public-library-in-december/) - Growing up with parents who were small business owners, life was busy and hectic. My favorite type of year though was the holiday season from Thanksgiving until the end of December. For my family, the holidays emphasized the importance of family and traditions. While I may not remember every detail, the love of family and
- [Grand Re-Opening Celebration Set at Eufaula Memorial Library](https://eols.org/2024/12/grand-re-opening-celebration-set-at-eufaula-memorial-library/) - Join us to celebrate the completion of our renovation project at Eufaula Memorial Library at 10 a.m., Dec. 17. We'll have refreshments, a ribbon cutting, and a grand tour! Eufaula Memorial Library is located at 301 S. First St. in Eufaula. Call 918-689-2291 for more information.
- [BIG NEWS! Eufaula Memorial Library Set to Reopen November 6, Closing Community Center Location October 28](https://eols.org/2024/10/big-news-eufaula-memorial-library-set-to-reopen-november-6-closing-community-center-location-october-28/) - Our brand new library is opening on November 6th at 8:30 a.m. Important update: We're moving out of the community center on Oct. 28, but don't worry about those overdue books - we don't charge late fees. Bring them back on the 6th and be amazed by our transformation thanks to our city and generous
- [Autumn Activities Planned at Checotah Library, Including Pickleball Tournament](https://eols.org/2024/10/autumn-activities-planned-at-checotah-library-including-pickleball-tournament/) - As autumn sets in, temperatures are cooling and fall colors are beginning to show. Here at your Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library, we have just what you need to turn over a new leaf! You can learn a new instrument in our weekly guitar lessons, taught by Kenny—the Branch Manager. Register by phone or at
- [Rieger Memorial Library in Haskell to Close October 13 to Begin Renovation/Repair Project](https://eols.org/2024/10/haskell-closing/) - Rieger Memorial Library is set to begin an interior update beginning Oct. 13 and estimated to end in mid-December. Patrons with an EOLS library card, however, are able to use their card at any EOLS location. If you have books to return after Oct. 13, please feel free to turn them in at any location.
- [Literacy Tutor Training & Orientation Scheduled for Monday, Oct. 21 at Muskogee Public Library](https://eols.org/2024/10/literacy-tutor-training-orientation-scheduled-for-monday-oct-7-at-muskogee-public-library/) - Tutor Training Orientation October 21st, 2024, 3-5 p.m. Become a volunteer tutor today! No teaching experience needed. Join us in assisting adults 18 and over to obtain their GED, improve their English and, basic skills. Make a difference in your community, and become a volunteer tutor. Registration Recommended. Contact Penny Chastain Adult Literacy Coordinator at 918-682-6557, ext.112. Training is
- [Check Out All Kinds of "Stuff" from Our Library of Things!](https://eols.org/library-of-things)
- [Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library Plans Pickleball Tournament, Programs for October and November](https://eols.org/2024/10/jim-lucas-checotah-public-library-plans-pickleball-tournament-programs-for-october-and-november/) - As autumn sets in, temperatures are cooling and fall colors are beginning to show. Here at your Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library, we have just what you need to turn over a new leaf! You can learn a new instrument in our weekly guitar lessons, taught by Kenny—the Branch Manager. Register by phone or at
- [Repairs and Renovation Nearly Complete at Eufaula Memorial Library](https://eols.org/2024/10/repairs-and-renovation-nearly-complete-at-eufaula-memorial-library/) - Fall is here and the days are a little cooler. Although we are temporarily closed for renovations, we have programs and library services at the Eufaula Community Center. While we are at the Community Center you can check books in and out, and use Chromebooks. You can also order items from other libraries. Follow us
- [Rieger Memorial Library in Haskell Seeks Donations for Renovation, Updates](https://eols.org/2024/09/14246/) - Rieger Memorial Library is more than a building that houses books. It’s an essential resource in Haskell, Oklahoma, that saves people money, improves digital equity, offers lifelong learning, and expands quality of life. It’s a hub where patrons access technology, apply for jobs, complete school assignments, hold community meetings, and attend programs on everything from
- [Muskogee Public Library Offers Free Literacy, Media Classes](https://eols.org/2024/09/muskogee-public-library-offers-free-literacy-media-classes/) - The autumnal equinox is finally behind us, hinting the start of autumn. This sudden burst of cooler weather signals the end of summer, but here at Muskogee Public Library the fun continues for people of all ages. Most people know about our massive Summer Reading Program (and if you don’t, please consider this an invitation
- [Muskogee Public Library to Celebrate International Literacy Day on Sept. 12, All Ages Invited for Crafts, Games, Activities](https://eols.org/2024/08/muskogee-public-library-to-celebrate-international-literacy-day-on-sept-12-all-ages-invited-for-crafts-games-activities/) - Save the date– September 12th, 6-8pm Muskogee Public Library– Upstairs: Grant Foreman Room Come celebrate International Literacy Day with us! Everyone is welcome! Bring your family! There will be crafts and games! Activities start at 6pm! Let’s have a great time together celebrating Literacy throughout the world.
- [Patrons Read More Than 1.6 Million Minutes for the 2024 Summer Reading Program](https://eols.org/2024/08/patrons-read-more-than-1-6-million-minutes-for-the-2024-summer-reading-program/) - Congratulations to all of our Summer Reading Program participants! You read more minutes than last year, attended some great programs, and earned some great rewards! Total Readers: 3,198 Minutes Read: 1,660,728 Prizes Earned: 10,990 Check back next summer on Facebook or our website for another great reading challenge!
- [Warner, Haskell, Eufaula Facilities Projects Advance Thanks to Cities, Donors](https://eols.org/2024/08/warner-haskell-eufaula-facilities-projects-advance-thanks-to-cities-donors/) - August 15, 2024 Since launching a facilities improvement initiative in June 2024, the Eastern Oklahoma Library System (EOLS) has achieved progress in three library projects. The Eufaula Memorial Library closed its doors on June 24 due to mold issues and has seen significant progress. The City of Eufaula has contributed $42,083 to remediate mold and
- [After Summer Break, There's Still Plenty to do at Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library](https://eols.org/2024/08/after-summer-break-theres-still-plenty-to-do-at-jim-lucas-checotah-public-library/) - It is hard to believe that it is already back-to-school time again. Even though summer break is winding down, there are still a lot of reasons to come visit your Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library. August is National Dog Month. Come check out our media display featuring man’s best friend. Take home a classic or
- [Summer Reading Program Signup Begins May 13 for All Ages](https://eols.org/reading-challenges)
- [Eastern Oklahoma Library System Overdue Fines Policy](https://eols.org/2024/08/eastern-oklahoma-library-system-overdue-fines-policy/) - Eastern Oklahoma Library System eliminated overdue fines in 2020. All charges on accounts prior to early 2020 were wiped clean. Since then, overdue items do not accrue late fees. However, there are lost item charges that can occur. Items are considered overdue on the day following the due date. Pre-overdue text messages are sent to
- [Muskogee Public Library Asks for Support of Efforts to Advance Adult Literacy in the Community](https://eols.org/2024/07/muskogee-public-library-asks-for-support-of-efforts-to-advance-adult-literacy-in-the-community/) - One out of every four adults in the Muskogee area is not functionally literate. Look around you— one or more of the people you see may be functionally illiterate. Do not make quick assumptions about who it might be. Perhaps the person is your friend sitting beside you, the owner of the company you work
- [Delaware County Library, Grove Public Library to Offer “Let’s Talk About It” Book Discussion Series](https://eols.org/2024/07/delaware-county-library-grove-public-library-to-offer-lets-talk-about-it-book-discussion-series/) - Delaware County Library and Grove Public Library are excited to host Let’s Talk About It, a book discussion series project of Oklahoma Humanities. Let’s Talk About It is designed to encourage participants to read and discuss literature based on a central theme. The theme is The Oklahoma Experience: Re-Visions, featuring five Oklahoma authors writing about
- [It's Not Too Late to Sign Up for the Summer Reading Challenge, Fun Programs Coming in July](https://eols.org/2024/07/its-not-too-late-to-sign-up-for-the-summer-reading-challenge-fun-programs-coming-in-july/) - Despite closing our building temporarily for repairs, we are excited about the holiday coming up next week. Eufaula Memorial Library has a couple of awesome programs for all ages that will be held at the Community Center or Legacy on Main thanks to their generous offer of space for us to continue to serve the
- [Eastern Oklahoma Library System Announces Facilities Improvement Initiative](https://eols.org/2024/06/eastern-oklahoma-library-system-announces-facilities-improvement-initiative/) - Eastern Oklahoma Library System (EOLS) has announced the launch of a facilities initiative to rejuvenate aging buildings and library interiors across the six-county system. This initiative is set to transform our libraries into vibrant community hubs, better equipped to meet the evolving needs of our diverse communities.
- [Haskell, Warner Welcome New Shared Branch Manager, Courtney Helm](https://eols.org/2024/06/haskell-warner-welcome-new-shared-branch-manager-courtney-helm/) - June 25, 2024—Eastern Oklahoma Library System is pleased to announce that Rieger Memorial Library in Haskell and Warner Public Library will now be under the management of Shared Branch Manager Courtney Helm. Helm has worked at Northeastern State University as the first-year experience librarian and at Tulsa City-County Library in a number of roles since
- [Eufaula Memorial Library to Close Temporarily Beginning Monday, June 24—Programs to Continue at Community Center](https://eols.org/2024/06/eufaula-memorial-library-to-close-temporarily-beginning-monday-june-24-for-mold-remediation/) - Update: June 24, 2024—Eufaula Memorial Library will continue offering programs and services thanks to the generosity of the Eufaula Community Center and Legacy on Main Street, which are both allowing use of their spaces. The program schedule with times and locations for the week of June 23-28 includes: Monday, June 24 @ 11 a.m. Tai
- [Warner Public Library Repair Project Continues, Summer Programs Held at CSC Library](https://eols.org/2024/06/warner-public-library-repair-project-continues-summer-programs-held-at-csc-library/) - The town of Warner and the library system have had professional contractors work to determine the cause of the library's building problems, including water leaks and mold. At this time, it will probably require a new roof, among other repairs. Unfortunately, Warner Public Library remains closed until the roof and the leaks have been repaired.
- [Eufaula Memorial Library Seeks Survey Respondents for Future Planning](https://forms.gle/AffaUmKd8KxCevG47)
- [Special thanks to Muskogee Area Literacy Council Volunteers](https://eols.org/2024/06/special-thanks-to-muskogee-area-literacy-council-volunteers/) - Charlotte Crank, Tom Knotts, Juanita Vinson, Jo Munding, and Nickie Butler are just a few of the Muskogee community members who recognized the importance of offering an adult literacy program that would help adults improve their literacy skills. They understood that setting up a literacy program would not only benefit the individual who took part,
- [Plan Your Summer With Fort Gibson, Hulbert Libraries and the Summer Reading Program](https://eols.org/2024/06/plan-your-summer-with-fort-gibson-hulbert-libraries-and-the-summer-reading-program/) - Happy Summer Vacation Season! I hope everyone is gearing up for some fun summer plans. At the library we have been preparing for months now for our 2024 Summer Reading Program, “Adventure Begins at the Library.” The Summer Reading Program encourages kids to continue to read and grow their literacy skills over the summer months,
- [Muskogee County and Surrounding Area Residents Invited to Participate in Community Survey for Muskogee Public Library](https://eols.org/2024-survey)
- [Touch-A-Truck Coming June 1 at the Muskogee Civic Center](https://eols.org/2024/05/touch-a-truck-coming-june-1-at-the-muskogee-civic-center/) - Touch-a-Truck, the annual fundraiser for Muskogee Public Library, will be taking place at the Muskogee Civic Center on Saturday, June 1 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sensory Hour will be from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. and is sponsored by the Kelly B. Todd Cerebral Palsy and Neuro-Muscular Center. Admission is $2 per person.
- [Enter Your Adult and Children's Stories in the MALC Writing Contest—All Northeastern Oklahoma Residents Eligible to Enter](https://eols.org/2024/05/13412/) - Adults 18 and over are eligible to participate. Submit your children's story or adult story by 9 pm July 1st to enter! First place winners of each category win a $25 Walmart gift card! Send your original work via email to pchastain@eols.org between June 1 and 9 pm July 1 to enter the contest! Requirements:
- [Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library Plans Summer Reading Program Events to Entertain, Educate All Ages](https://eols.org/2024/05/jim-lucas-checotah-public-library-plans-summer-reading-program-events-to-entertain-educate-all-ages/) - The school year is wrapping up, and summer season is approaching. As you find yourself searching for family-friendly activities, keep the Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library in mind. Registration for the summer reading program here in the branch opens Tuesday, May 28 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This summer we are offering events for
- [Help Eufaula Memorial Library Get a New Book Return!](https://www.mightycause.com/story/O04uag)
- [Muskogee Public Library's Adult Literacy Program Invites Students, Volunteer Tutors, and Council Members to Share Their Stories](https://eols.org/2024/05/muskogee-public-librarys-adult-literacy-program-invites-students-volunteer-tutors-and-council-members-to-share-their-stories/) - For over four decades, the Muskogee Public Library’s Adult Literacy Program has been committed to supporting adults, 18 and over, on their journey of lifelong learning. The program, established in 1979, offers adults the opportunity to enhance their literacy skills, prepare for GED and U.S. Citizenship tests, and improve their English proficiency. In recent years,
- [Borrow a Pass for Four to Muskogee's Butterfly Papilion with your EOLS Library Card](https://eols.org/2024/05/borrow-a-pass-for-four-to-muskogees-butterfly-papilion-with-your-eols-library-card/) - The Muskogee Butterfly Papilion at Honor Heights Park opens for the season Sunday, May 12th. All Eastern Oklahoma Library System cardholders are able to reserve a free pass to Muskogee’s Butterfly Papilion. It’s easy! Place a hold on a pass with your library card Pick up the pass at Muskogee Public Library during regular library
- [Now Available: Online Reservation for Public Meeting Spaces at EOLS Libraries](https://eols.librarycalendar.com/reserve-room/room) - The Eastern Oklahoma Library System offers the public free use of library meeting rooms in six counties, at 15 libraries. These free meeting spaces vary in size and room capacity, but all include free Wi-Fi, tables, chairs, and Chromebooks for public use. Non-profit organizations and individuals may use the free meeting room for public meetings
- [Hulbert Community Library Welcomes New Staff, Plans Spring Programs](https://eols.org/2024/05/hulbert-community-library-welcomes-new-staff-plans-spring-programs/) - Happy Spring! I hope everyone has been enjoying the weather and the flowers. At Fort Gibson we are winding down from our Bicentennial Bash weekend. and at Hulbert Community Library, we recently expanded our hours and hired two new employees. Aidan Floyd is our new Library Assistant. He is currently enrolled at Tulsa Community College
- [Tahlequah Public Library to Screen "Where the Red Fern Grows" During Annual Festival](https://eols.org/2024/04/tahlequah-public-library-to-screen-where-the-red-fern-grows-during-annual-festival/) - Tahlequah Public Library is pleased to once again be a part of the annual Red Fern Festival taking place this year on April 26 and 27. The classic novel Where the Red Fern Grows was written by Wilson Rawls and takes place in the Ozark hills around Tahlequah, Oklahoma. It tells the story of Billy
- [Muldrow Friends of the Library Annual Plant Sale Begins April 26 at 9 a.m.](https://eols.org/2024/04/muldrow-friends-of-the-library-annual-plant-sale-begins-april-26-at-9-a-m/) - The Muldrow Friends of the Library is hosting its annual plant sale to benefit Muldrow Public Library's summer reading program. This is the third year for the fundraiser, which has support programs in the past such as bringing exotic animals for everyone to learn about (and pet!), special arts and crafts, magic shows, bubble shows
- [Authors, patrons enjoy meet-and-greet at Tahlequah Public Library](https://www.muskogeephoenix.com/meet-and-greet-touts-nearly-two-dozen-writers/article_54452616-0050-5e15-9ed6-598e98a00c8f.html)
- [Digitization: The New Frontier of Genealogy](https://eols.org/2024/04/digitization-the-new-frontier-of-genealogy/) - In today's digital era, the accessibility of information has become increasingly vital in shaping our collective identity. With the advent of the internet, content is stored indefinitely, raising concerns about the permanence of our digital footprint. However, this situation also offers significant advantages. Traditional oral history, which has been passed down through generations, is akin
- [Welcome to Our New Executive Director Kathy Seibold](https://www.muskogeephoenix.com/news/new-eols-director-sees-transformations-at-libraries/article_62603cce-f06a-11ee-b550-dbd38dbd4a60.html)
- [Warner Public Library is Temporarily Closed for Repairs, Please Follow Us on Facebook for Updates](https://eols.org/2024/04/warner-public-library-is-temporarily-closed-for-repairs-please-follow-us-on-facebook-for-updates/) - Warner Public Library has been closed for repairs beginning the afternoon of Friday, April 5. Progress updates and a reopening date will be published to the library's webpage, eols.org/warner, and Facebook page, www.facebook.com/warnerpubliclibrary. Patrons may return books and other items to the library's book drop or to the Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library. Please call
- [Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library Offers Numerous Ways to Enjoy Springtime](https://eols.org/2024/04/jim-lucas-checotah-public-library-offers-numerous-ways-to-enjoy-springtime/) - Springtime is here and warmer weather has finally arrived. The Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library offers numerous ways to enjoy the season. If you are searching for an outdoor family activity, look no further. Stop by and enjoy a game of pickleball at the courts. The pickleball court is open to the public, and if
- [2024 Muskogee Touch-a-Truck Coming June 1 at Muskogee Civic Center](https://eols.org/2024/04/2024-muskogee-touch-a-truck-coming-june-1-at-muskogee-civic-center/) - Muskogee Public Library’s annual fundraiser for the children’s summer reading program, Touch-A-Truck, began in 2011 when a library assistant brought the idea to then manager Jan Bryant. Jan brought the idea to Mike Stewart with the City of Muskogee and the two brought the event to life with the help of many wonderful volunteers, library
- [Join Local Historians at Q.B. Boydstun Library April 2 for Fort Gibson Historical Talk Program](https://eols.org/2024/03/join-local-historians-in-fort-gibson-at-q-b-boydstun-library-april-2/) - Join us for conversations about town history with Marcia Elliott, Thrissa Johnson, Carol Corley, and Jim Harmon beginning at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 2 in honor of Fort Gibson's bicentennial celebration. Topics will include Fort history, the development of downtown, famous visitors to Ft. Gibson, and much more! Light refreshments will be served.
- [All Branches, Offices to be Closed on Tuesday, April 16 for Staff Development Day](https://eols.org/2024/04/all-branches-offices-to-be-closed-on-tuesday-april-16-for-staff-development-day/) - Tuesday, April 16, all branches and offices are closed for staff development day. Online resources remain available 24-hours-a-day at www.eols.org/research and www.eols.org/download-and-stream. We'll reopen on Wednesday, April 17. We hope to see you gain soon.
- [Meet Author Connie Cronley, and More Local Authors at Tahlequah Public Library's Author Meet-and-Greet, April 13](https://www.tahlequahdailypress.com/news/local-author-event-to-capstone-national-library-week/article_d115e73a-f057-11ee-bf3a-334ea20ff320.html?fbclid=IwAR1N5Do3rGWAYt_UxgtzAb8MdAi8bSLO81eKDcRwsVhA3RrMvJ4rBf6yPMA_aem_AcBEsv6KI93eO2lZevEJ_3vy3kl3VBViS34Wy0qUqan1yUZWvm3MKjEFdCUw_4ii-zN4KFWnos8CutkB2qOInJmL)
- [Great Decisions Program Underway at Tahlequah, Muskogee Libraries](https://eols.org/2024/02/great-decisions-program-underway-at-tahlequah-public-library/) - Great Decisions is an annual program that is hailed as America’s premier discussion program on global affairs. Each year, there are eight topics chosen by a panel of experts. Those participating will watch an expert present material on the selected topic and then discuss these critical issues. What are your thoughts on the US and
- [Eufaula Memorial Library Offers Daily Spring Break Activities](https://eols.org/2024/03/eufaula-memorial-library-offers-daily-spring-break-activities/) - The Eufaula Memorial Library is hosting STEAM Break from March 18 through March 22. Each day children will have an activity related to Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Monday, March 18 at 2:00 p.m.—children will make volcanos and watch them erupt by doing a science experiment. Tuesday, March 19 at 3:30 p.m.—children will learn
- [Local History, Genealogy Librarian Digs into Muskogee-Area History at MPL](https://eols.org/2024/03/local-history-genealogy-librarian-digs-into-muskogee-area-history-at-mpl/) - Hello! I’m Leslie, the new Local History and Genealogy Librarian at Muskogee Public Library. Recently, a patron from Georgia came in researching Sarah Rector, sparking my interest in her story. Sarah Rector, a young Black girl born in 1902 in Twine, Indian Territory, now Taft, Oklahoma, faced numerous challenges alongside her parents, Rose and Joseph
- [Muskogee Public Library Receives Kirschner Trusts Grant to Purchase Books for Give-Aways](https://eols.org/2024/02/muskogee-public-library-receives-kirschner-trusts-grant-to-purchase-books-for-give-aways/) - MUSKOGEE, Oklahoma–Muskogee Public Library is pleased to announce it has received a $4,000 grant from the Kirschner Trusts at Oklahoma City Community Foundation. The grant will be used to purchase books for families to build their home libraries. “These books will help support families to improve mental and physical health through reading and by visiting
- [Enrollment for Online, In-Person GED Classes Begins Feb. 29.](https://eols.org/2024/02/enrollment-for-online-in-person-ged-classes-begins-february-29-2024/) - The Adult Literacy Program will begin enrollment for online GED classes, starting February 29, 2024. In addition to the online classes, we also offer in-person classes. The online classes will meet at the same time as the in-person classes. The GED class schedule is as follows: Tuesdays: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm (social studies) Wednesdays: 2:00 pm
- [Healthy Brain, Healthy Mind Offered at Hulbert Community Library](https://eols.org/2024/02/healthy-brain-healthy-mind-offered-at-hulbert-community-library/) - “Oh, Mr. Sun, Sun, Mr. Golden Sun, please shine down on me!” I was thinking of this song by one of my favorite children’s musicians, the great Raffi, this morning as I was driving to work. This past week of dark, damp, and overcast weather has reminded me that I probably would not function well
- [Eufaula Memorial Library Names New Branch Manager, Amanda Grantham](https://eols.org/2024/01/eufaula-memorial-library-names-new-branch-manager-amanda-grantham/) - The Eastern Oklahoma Library System has named a new branch manager at Eufaula Memorial Library. Amanda Grantham, who has a bachelor’s and master’s of education with an option in library media, taught in the public school system for 17 years, the last ten as a school librarian. “I am very excited,” she said. “We have
- [Longtime Children's Librarian at Jim Lucas Checotah Library Announces Retirement Plans, Public Invited to Celebrate](https://eols.org/2024/01/longtime-childrens-librarian-at-jim-lucas-checotah-library-announces-retirement-plans-public-invited-to-celebrate/) - Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library's long-time Children's Librarian, Beth Sherrill, has announced her plans to retire March 1. "Our summer theme for 2024 is, 'Adventure Begins at Your Library.' I know that is the truth," Sherrill said. "For the last 25 years, I have lived it at the Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library! Now it
- [Hot Tea, Popcorn, and a Pot of Gold at Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library](https://eols.org/2024/01/hot-tea-popcorn-and-a-pot-of-gold-at-jim-lucas-checotah-public-library/) - It’s a new year, and the staff at your Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library is excited to share some of what we have planned for the first half of the year. For the first three months of 2024, we will have special events every Friday. This month we are celebrating National Hot Tea Month by
- [Warm Family Activities Planned Throughout December at Haskell, Warner Libraries](https://eols.org/2023/12/warm-family-activities-planned-throughout-december-at-haskell-warner-libraries/) - Here are some of the events and activities, coming up at Rieger Memorial Library: 1:30 p.m. Wednesdays, beginning December 6—Story Time, Ages 0-5 3:30-5:30 p.m. December 13—Pictures with the Grinch and a free cup of hot cocoa 3:30-5 p.m. December 19—Adult Craft with Ms. Chelsey, Creating Holiday Wine Glasses Here are some of the events
- [Haskell, Warner Libraries Planning Fun February Activities for All Ages](https://eols.org/2024/01/haskell-warner-libraries-planning-fun-february-activities-for-all-ages/) - Activities coming up at Rieger Memorial Library in Haskell include: • 1:30 p.m. Wednesdays—Story Time, Ages 0-5 • 4 p.m. Jan. 24—Adult Craft, Creating Valentine’s Day Cards for the residents at the Haskell nursing home • Activities at Warner Public Library include: • 2:30 p.m. Thursdays—Story Time with Ms. Jamie, Ages 0-5 • 4 p.m.
- [Postponed: Launching Dolly Parton's Imagination Library at Eufaula Memorial Library](https://eols.org/2024/01/launching-dolly-partons-imagination-library-at-eufaula-memorial-library/) - Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is spreading across Oklahoma and coming to our community! Unfortunately, we’ve decided to postpone our Save the Date for our launch event that was scheduled for Wednesday, January 16 at the library. We’ll let you know when it’s rescheduled. During the launch party, families can enroll their children and then receive
- [2023 was a Great Year at EOLS!](https://eols.org/2024/01/2023-was-a-great-year-at-eols/) - https://eols.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/EOLS-2023-celebration.mp4
- [CHECKING IT OUT: Library programs can help meet resolutions](https://www.muskogeephoenix.com/columns/checking-it-out-library-programs-can-help-meet-resolutions/article_b5f4b978-a4de-11ee-8d0d-6bb3b926e814.html)
- [Your Friends at the Muskogee Public Library are Here to Help Make the Year 2024 Your Best One Yet](https://eols.org/2024/01/your-friends-at-the-muskogee-public-library-are-here-to-help-make-the-year-2024-your-best-one-yet/) - Happy New Year! May this year bring about dreams, promises for a better year, and enough time to slow down on occasion to enjoy family and friends. January weather can be ominous and bitter, but is such a wonderful month to curl up with a good book and stay cozy at home. Stop by the
- [Muldrow Public Library Launches StoryWalk® at Muldrow City Park Thanks to Grants From ODL and IMLS](https://eols.org/2023/12/muldrow-public-library-launches-storywalk-at-muldrow-city-park-thanks-to-grants-from-odl-and-imls/) - Muldrow Public Library's StoryWalk® installment has been completed! Thanks to the City of Muldrow for installing the signposts along the walking trail at Muldrow City Park. Special thanks to Oklahoma Department of Libraries and Institute of Museum and Library Science for the grants that allow Muldrow Public Library to offer this incredible, literacy-building program. Friends
- [Libraries Offering New Clubs in Hulbert, Fort Gibson—including Knitting, Gaming, and Crocheting](https://eols.org/2023/12/libraries-offering-new-clubs-in-hulbert-fort-gibson-including-knitting-gaming-and-crocheting/) - Merry Christmas, everyone! One of my new favorite Christmas movies is The Man Who Invented Christmas, a 2017 film starring Dan Stevens about how Charles Dickens was inspired by real-life people and events to write A Christmas Carol. Which means, according to the movie, that there was a real-life Ebenezer Scrooge. Played by Christopher Plummer,
- [Special Thanks to Donors, Volunteers, and Patrons this Holiday Season from Eufaula Memorial Library](https://eols.org/2023/12/special-thanks-to-donors-volunteers-and-patrons-this-holiday-season-from-eufaula-memorial-library/) - Thank you for always being available to help support the library. We have accomplished so much because you have always believed reading is important, and because of that, libraries are still thriving and so are the programs. Did you know that reading to children even before birth is a building block to literacy and a
- [Delaware County Library and Grove Public Library Receive Grants to Host Oklahoma Humanities Book Club](https://eols.org/2023/12/delaware-county-library-and-grove-public-library-receive-grants-to-host-oklahoma-humanities-book-club/) - JAY, GROVE, Okla. Dec. 19, 2023—Delaware County Library and Grove Public Library are excited to host Let’s Talk About It, a book discussion series project of Oklahoma Humanities. Let’s Talk About It is designed to encourage participants to read and discuss literature based around a central theme. The theme for the Spring 2024 session is
- [Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library is Offering Great Activities During the Holidays](https://eols.org/2023/12/jim-lucas-checotah-public-library-is-offering-great-activities-during-the-holidays/) - Tis the season at your Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library. As we approach a new year, the nights grow longer and colder. Time spent with our loved ones is all the more important. In that spirit, come spend time with your library family this December. At 3 p.m. Monday, December 18, we will be kicking
- [Hulbert Community Library Offers Many Great Seasonal Activities in December](https://eols.org/2023/12/hulbert-community-library-offers-many-great-seasonal-activities-in-december/) - Hulbert Community Library is offering several free activities this month: The library will be at the Hulbert Christmas Parade at 4 pm Saturday, December 2. You can come meet Santa Claus and get pictures with him from 4:30-5:30 pm on Tuesday, Dec. 5. Trivet-making with Charles Cowart will be held in two sessions, the first
- [EOLS Library App Outage: What You Need to Know](https://eols.org/2023/12/eols-library-app-outage-what-you-need-to-know/) - Due to a dispute between vendors that collaborate to provide our library app, some functionality has been lost. The vendors assure us that they are working to resolve the problem. So, at this time, you will be unable to access the library catalog via the app. I need to search the catalog. How can I do
- [Checotah Library Offering Fun Winter Reading Challenge for All Ages](https://eols.org/2023/11/checotah-library-offering-fun-winter-reading-challenge-for-all-ages/) - Everyone can participate in this year's winter reading challenge at Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library. Simply pick up or download and print our winter reading challenge bingo card, complete a bingo, and win a treat. Get a black-out for a chance to win a fun prize. Activities include reading while you sip on a hot
- [Eufaula Memorial Library cooks up games, activities](https://eols.org/2023/11/eufaula-memorial-library-cooks-up-games-activities/) - There’s no better time of the year than now to sit back and enjoy the company of family and friends. A simple way to socially bond is by spending quality time and connecting through conversations, events, games, and activities. Why not stir up some good times with a pinch of laughter, a helping of good
- [Stilwell Public Library offers fun activities for Christmas Break](https://eols.org/2023/11/stilwell-public-library-offers-fun-activities-for-christmas-break/) - Are you looking for things to do with children this Christmas/Holiday Break? Stilwell Public Library is offering free activities for all ages. At 10 am Friday, Dec. 22, storytime for ages 0-5 will include a story, songs, and an ornament craft just right for little hands. The library will be closed Saturday, Dec. 23 through
- [THREE FORKS HISTORY: Muskogee library is one of state’s oldest](https://www.muskogeephoenix.com/columns/three-forks-history-muskogee-library-is-one-of-state-s-oldest/article_97dab178-8962-11ee-8ae1-1766f6d5103a.html) - Local historian, Jonita Mullins, shares Muskogee Public Library's history in this column written for and published in the Muskogee Phoenix newspaper.
- [Facebook Followers Declare Real Books the Best, Audiobooks Close Second](https://eols.org/2023/11/facebook-followers-declare-real-books-the-best-audiobooks-a-close-second/) - Facebook Followers Declare Real Books the Best, Audiobooks Close Second We recently asked our Facebook followers for all 15 libraries in the system how they like to read. Are they a die-hard e-reader fan, feel like there’s nothing-like-a-real-book, are audiobooks “life,” or maybe all of the above? Just for fun, I thought it would be
- [Giving Thanks for Library Volunteers](https://eols.org/2023/11/giving-thanks-for-library-volunteers/) - I have met many wonderful people there who work hard to promote their town and bring its people together. And I would like to thank each of the community volunteers who have graciously given of their time and talents to lead programs at Hulbert’s library.
- [Learn More About Your Veterans' History with Muskogee Public Library](https://eols.org/2023/11/learn-more-about-your-veterans-history-with-muskogee-public-library/) - Saturday, November 11, marks the 76th Veteran’s Day celebration. In my hometown, we celebrated Veteran’s Day with a big parade and festivities at our city park, or the high school gym if the weather was unfavorable. I have always loved celebrating our veterans and appreciated deeply the sacrifice many men and women have made for
- [Help Your Child Read 1000 Books Before Kindergarten](https://EOLS.ORG/1000-BOOKS) - SIGN UP FOR THIS FREE READING PROGRAM FOR YOUNG CHILDREN—ALL IT TAKES IS TO READ ONE BOOK A DAY WITH YOUR CHILD TO BUILD A FOUNDATION FOR LIFELONG SUCCESS, INCLUDING DEVELOPING LITERACY SKILLS AND A LOVE OF READING.
- [Research Shows: Reading Benefits All Ages from Cognitive Development to Literacy Skills](https://eols.org/2023/05/research-shows-reading-benefits-all-ages-from-cognitive-development-to-literacy-skills/) - Infants and toddlers benefit from literacy programs because many researchers have found that preschoolers who are frequently read to by parents and/or caregivers and who already know how to turn a page, recognize that words are made up of letters, and recognize some letters by the time they start school have more expansive vocabularies, increased reading comprehension, and are generally better prepared to start learning to read.
- [Eufaula Memorial Library Welcomes New Branch Manager, Shymekia Adams](https://eols.org/2023/07/eufaula-memorial-library-welcomes-new-branch-manager-shymekia-adams/) - The Eufaula Memorial Library recently introduced Shymekia Adams as the new branch manager. Adams is a Muskogee native, a graduate of Muskogee Public Schools, and has 23 years of teaching experience. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Langston University and a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from Northeastern State University.
- [Check Out the Eufaula Memorial Library Fall Schedule](https://eols.org/2023/11/fall-activity-schedule-all-set/) - We are officially into the fall season, cooler days are straight ahead, and Eufaula Memorial Library is a warm, welcoming place to be anytime. Whether you enjoy crafts, want to use a computer, or just want to sit quietly in the library, we have you covered.
- [Check Out and Win During National Library Card Sign Up Month](https://eols.org/2023/09/check-out-and-win-during-national-library-card-sign-up-month/) - We’re about halfway through Library Card Sign-Up Month and as you may have guessed, it’s the perfect time to get your library card! Many of our branches are celebrating in unique ways, including here at Tahlequah Public Library. During the month of September we’re holding a “Check Out and Win” event. If you sign up
- [Muskogee Public Library Offers Support for Students of All Ages Throughout the Year](https://eols.org/2023/08/muskogee-public-library-offers-support-for-students-of-all-ages-throughout-the-year/) - Congratulations students, 2024 is your year. This is your time to shine! Whether you’re entering a new grade, starting your first endeavor into school, or are finally in that last year of school and are the “Big Senior on Campus” now, I wish each one of you the best this school year. With school comes
- [Now's a Great Time to Get Your Library Card](https://eols.org/2023/09/10997/) - As the Eastern Oklahoma Library System wraps up Library Card Sign-Up Month, I want to share with everyone some of the unbelievable perks of having a library card. First—they’re free, and there are no late fees for turning in items late. I’m not advocating for you to take your time turning stuff in, though. I
- [Q.B. Boydstun Library in Fort Gibson Offering Fun Fall Programs](https://eols.org/2023/10/q-b-boydstun-library-in-fort-gibson-offering-fun-fall-programs/) - I hope everyone’s fall is off to a great start! Growing up, the school break I looked forward to the most was always fall break. I have many golden memories of spending these breaks with my family. One thing we enjoyed doing was going camping in Broken Bow. I am not a particularly outdoorsy person,
- [Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library Offering Fun Game Nights for International Games Month](https://eols.org/2023/10/checking-it-out-spooky-season-in-progress-at-checotah-library/) - Before long, temperatures will start dropping and fall will be here, but it is already spooky season here at Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library. We have fun programs and events planned for the whole family, so grab something pumpkin-spiced (even it has to be on ice), and come join us. During story time on Halloween
- [Tahlequah Public Library Receives Tahlequah Community Fund Grant](https://eols.org/2023/10/tahlequah-public-library-receives-tahlequah-community-fund-grant/) - Tahlequah Public Library recently received a grant from the Tahlequah Community Fund with matching funds from the Tahlequah Friends of the Library to purchase new technology that will be used for all ages. The funding will enable the library to purchase an Obie by Eyeclick Interactive Projector system—which projects a giant, up to 200″ width,
- [Stanley Tubbs Memorial Library in Sallisaw Receives Health Literacy Grant for Series of Exercise Classes](https://eols.org/2023/10/stanley-tubbs-memorial-library-in-sallisaw-receives-health-literacy-grant-for-series-of-exercise-classes/) - Stanley Tubbs Memorial Library in Sallisaw Receives Health Literacy Grant for Series of Exercise Classes Stanley Tubbs Memorial Library in Sallisaw was recently awarded a grant from the Oklahoma Department of Libraries and Institute of Museum and Library Services to encourage increased physical activity for senior citizens in the community. Among the plans for movement
- [Muldrow Public Library Awarded Health Literacy Grant for StoryWalk® and nutrition classes, demonstrations](https://eols.org/2023/10/muldrow-public-library-awarded-health-literacy-grant-for-storywalk-and-nutrition-classes-demonstrations/) - Muldrow Public Library was awarded a Health Literacy Grant from the Oklahoma Department of Libraries and Institute of Museum and Library Services to create a “Healthy Muldrow” program that includes a StoryWalk® to be installed at the town park walking trail, healthy cooking classes, “Let’s Get Moving” programs. In addition, the library will offer Staying Active and Independent
- [Stilwell Public Library receives Health Literacy Grant to create community garden, classes for adults and teens](https://eols.org/2023/10/stilwell-public-library-receives-health-literacy-grant-to-create-community-garden-classes-for-adults-and-teens/) - Stilwell Public Library recently received a Health Literacy Grant from the Oklahoma Department of Libraries and Institute of Museum and Library Services that will offer education for the community on growing their own food and healthy eating habits. This grant will also help fund the following: The Fresh Start Program — hands-on planning, shopping, and
- [Tahlequah Public Library Receives Health Literacy Grant, Offers Dance Classes](https://eols.org/2023/10/tahlequah-public-library-receives-health-literacy-grant-offers-dance-classes/) - Tahlequah Public Library Receives Health Literacy Grant, Offers Dance Classes The Oklahoma Department of Libraries and Institute of Museum and Library Services recently awarded Tahlequah Public Library a grant to fund dance classes for all ages presented by the Tahlequah Academy of the Performing Arts. The library is supportive of the CDC’s Active People, Healthy
- [Reopened: Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library Repairs Completed](https://eols.org/2023/08/jim-lucas-checotah-public-library-to-close-temporarily-for-repairs/) - Update Sept. 11, 2023: Repairs are complete and the library has reopened for regular hours. Due to a major repair project, Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library will be closed beginning Saturday, August 26th, for about two weeks. Please keep an eye on the Facebook page @ChecotahPublicLibrary for updates about reopening and when programs will resume.
- [Download and Stream e-Books, Audiobooks, Movies, Music, and More](https:EOLS.ORG/DOWNLOAD-AND-STREAM)
- [BUILD A FOUNDATION FOR LIFELONG SUCCESS WITH THE 1,000 BOOKS BEFORE KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM](https://eols.org/2023/03/1000-books-before-kindergarten/) - ALL IT TAKES IS TO READ ONE BOOK A DAY WITH YOUR CHILD TO BUILD A FOUNDATION FOR LIFELONG SUCCESS. HOW IT WORKS Children who have not yet started Kindergarten are eligible to participate in the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program. 1. Sign up online today at eols.beanstack.org or at your local library. 2. Enter
- [Longtime EOLS Employee,  Julie Poor, Named Branch Manager of Muskogee Public Library](https://eols.org/2023/07/longtime-eols-employee-julie-poor-named-branch-manager-of-muskogee-public-library/) - Julie Poor has been named as the Muskogee Public Library Branch Manager. She is a long-time Eastern Oklahoma Library System employee who started working for the system at Tahlequah Public Library in 2008. She then worked at Muskogee Public Library before becoming the Shared Branch Manager for Q.B. Boydstun Library in Fort Gibson and Hulbert
- [Fort Gibson, Hulbert Welcome New Branch Manager, Ashley Rouse](https://eols.org/2023/07/fort-gibson-hulbert-welcome-new-branch-manager-ashley-rouse/) - Ashley Rouse has been named the Shared Branch Manager for the Q.B. Boydstun Library in Fort Gibson and the Hulbert Community Library. Rouse is originally from Fort Gibson and has worked at Q.B. Boydstun since 2020. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Education from Northeastern State University and previously taught at the high
- [Tahlequah Public Library Welcomes New Branch Manager Jeremy Jones](https://eols.org/2023/07/tahlequah-public-library-welcomes-new-branch-manager-jeremy-jones/) - Jeremy Jones has been named the branch manager for the Tahlequah Public Library. Jones is from Muskogee and has worked for the Eastern Oklahoma Library System for 15 years. He holds a Bachelor of Science from Northeastern State University and is currently working toward his Masters of Library and Information Sciences degree at the University
- [Grove Public Library given Grand Impact Award for Services, Programs](https://eols.org/2023/08/grove-public-library-given-grand-impact-award-for-services-programs-that-have-positive-effect-on-the-community/) - Grove Public Library was recently recognized by the Grove Area Chamber of Commerce at its annual Business Council Awards ceremony. The Grand Impact Award went to the library for the multitude of benefits the library provides the community through sharing valuable resources, exercise programs, health seminars, yoga, crafting, and the summer reading program. The library was
- [Learn More About the Genealogy Resources at the Muskogee Public Library's Local History Genealogy Department](https://eols.org/2023/08/genealogy-resources-at-the-muskogee-public-library-local-history-genealogy-department/) - Did you know? Muskogee Public Library has an extensive history and genealogy collection for historians and genealogists alike to explore. Beyond the online genealogy and history resources (find those at eols.org/genealogy), the library's reference collection is a treasure trove of information. Items include: Dawes enrollment cards and packets (1896-1914) for the Cherokee, Choctaw, Creek, Chickasaw,
- [Adult Literacy Classes Scheduled at Muskogee Public Library](https://eols.org/2023/08/muskogee-public-library-releases-schedule-for-upcoming-adult-literacy-ged-esl-computer-literacy-and-citizenship-classes/) - Enrollment is open for the Muskogee Public Library’s Adult Education and Literacy Program. Request more information online at eols.org/adult-literacy or visit the library located at 801 W. Okmulgee Ave., Muskogee. It is important for each student to have the attention they deserve and need, therefore each class has a limited number of spaces available, so
- [Muskogee Area Literacy Council Announces Summer 2023 Writing Contest Winners](https://eols.org/2023/08/muskogee-area-literacy-council-announces-summer-2023-writing-contest-winners/) - Muskogee Area Literacy Council recently announced the winners of the 2023 MALC Writing Contest. “The authors’ entries were all wonderful and we want to say thank you to each one. Congratulations to the winners!” First Place Adult: Bonica Brown Second Place Adult: Darrek DeVore Third Place Adult: Ashleen Towe First Place Youth: Milan Fenell Second Place
- [Kansas, Westville Libraries Welcome New Shared Branch Manager Tessa Dubois](https://eols.org/2023/08/kansas-westville-libraries-welcome-new-shared-branch-manager-tessa-dubois/) - Tessa DuBois was recently welcomed as the new Shared Branch Manager of Kansas Public Library and John F. Henderson Public Library in Westville. DuBois, from Grove, Oklahoma, holds a Bachelor of Science from Oklahoma State University. “I look forward to getting to know the members of both communities and providing them with more programs of
- [Eastern Oklahoma Library System Welcomes New Board Members, Officers](https://eols.org/2023/09/eastern-oklahoma-library-system-welcomes-new-board-members-officers/) - The Eastern Oklahoma Library System recently welcomed new trustees to the Board. Todd Franke represents Delaware County; Judy Waterbury represents the City of Jay; and Tammy Sparkman represents the City of Muldrow. The library system appreciates its Board of Trustees, all volunteers, and their willingness to serve the residents of Adair, Cherokee, Delaware, McIntosh, Muskogee,
- [Reserve Your Copies of These Great New and Upcoming Releases](https://eols.org/2023/09/reserve-your-copies-of-these-great-new-and-upcoming-releases-now-be-ready-for-fall/) - Get your copies reserved so you’ll be ready for warm blankets, hot cocoa, and good books this fall!
- [Join Your Local Library for Crafts, Eclipse Glasses, and Viewing on Saturday Oct. 14](https://eols.org/2023/10/join-your-local-library-for-crafts-eclipse-glasses-and-viewing-on-saturday-oct-14/) - Remember the partial eclipse in 2017? We all gleefully ran outside with homemade “eclipse viewers” to check it out. It was a fun time, for sure, but our homemade viewers weren’t so great. This year, you don’t have to make a homemade viewer because the local library has free solar eclipse glasses for you (while
- [Grove Public Library Announces New Grant-Funded Musical Garden](https://eols.org/2023/10/grove-public-library-announces-new-grant-funded-musical-garden/) - The Grove Public Library is pleased to announce its new musical garden! If you're looking for fun things to do for children, this is a great activity!
- [TRUCK ON OVER TO TOUCH-A-TRUCK...WITH YOUR TRUCK](https://eols.org/2023/03/truck-on-over-to-touch-a-truck-with-your-truck/) - Muskogee Public Library hosts Touch-A-Truck each year to raise funds for local children's programming at the library. The event is attended by more than 2,000 people each year and continues to grow. Exhibitors bring everything from fire trucks to bulldozers, race cars, and boats for children to enjoy. Non-profits and educational groups will have booths
- [RIBBON CUTTING FOR MUSKOGEE PUBLIC LIBRARY’S STORYWALK® IN HONOR  HEIGHTS PARK SET FOR JUNE 27](https://eols.org/2023/06/ribbon-cutting-for-muskogee-public-librarys-storywalk-in-honor-heights-park-scheduled-for-june-27/) - MUSKOGEE, Oklahoma—Muskogee Public Library invites everyone to a celebration and ribbon cutting for the new StoryWalk® at Honor Heights Park at 6:30 pm, June 27. The StoryWalk® is located in the C. Clay Harrell Arboretum at Honor Heights behind the Butterfly Papilion, and the celebration will take place at the entrance. There are 20 signposts
- [MUSKOGEE PUBLIC LIBRARY INSTALLS BIKE REPAIR STATION FOR THE COMMUNITY THANKS TO GRANT](https://eols.org/2023/07/muskogee-public-library-offers-bike-repair-station-for-the-community-thanks-to-grant/) - Muskogee Public Library recently had a bike repair station installed outside the front of the library thanks to the Oklahoma Department of Libraries with a federal grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library Services and Technology Act. The Fixit bike station includes basic bike repair tools such as screwdrivers, Allen
- [Shared Branch Manager, Bethia Owens, Receives the Rural Renewal Citizenship Prize](https://eols.org/2023/10/shared-branch-manager-bethia-owens-receives-the-rural-renewal-citizenship-prize/) - The Rural Renewal Initiative at Oklahoma State University has awarded Bethia Owens the 2023 Rural Renewal Citizenship prize...
- [SEARCHING FOR LEGAL FORMS AND INFORMATION? USE OUR ONLINE RESOURCES!](https://eols.org/legal/)
- [ACP: Reduced-price or Free Home Internet](https://eols.org/2022/11/acp-reduced-price-or-free-home-internet/) - The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is a U.S. government program that helps many low income households pay for broadband service and internet connected devices. Families who receive SNAP (food stamps), WIC, Medicaid, or who are qualified through income limits, qualify for a $30 reduction in home internet cost through most local providers, and in some
- [YOU CAN USE THE LIBRARY EVEN WHEN WE'RE CLOSED ON THE FOURTH OF JULY!](https://eols.org/2023/06/july-fourth/) - All branches and offices will be closed on Tuesday, July 4, but you can always use the library online when we are closed. For e-books, audiobooks, and music, visit eols.org/download-and-stream to download the EOLS Library app. You can manage your account, keep track of what books you have checked out, place holds on books, and
- [VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR TUTORING IN ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAM](https://eols.org/2023/05/volunteers-needed-for-adult-literacy-education-program/) - The adult literacy program at the Muskogee Public Library is a terrific place to volunteer if you want to assist adults in improving skills that will benefit not just them but also their families and the community. Our program offers Adult Basic Education, GED test preparation, English as a Second Language, and U.S. Citizenship test
- [LOOKING FOR A PART-TIME JOB? A FULL-TIME JOB? A SUMMER JOB? WE CAN HELP!](https://eols.org/2023/05/looking-for-a-part-time-job-a-full-time-job-a-summer-job-we-can-help/) - Do you need help finding a job but are not sure who can help you or where to begin? Connect with a free online job coach to help you! Brainfuse JobNow is a free resource that offers a multitude of job-searching assistance, including resume writing help, practice interviewing, and career coaching. There is live interview
- [FINALS COMING UP? NO WORRIES, WE HAVE LIVE TUTORING TO GET YOU THROUGH THE END OF THE SCHOOL YEAR!](https://eols.org/2023/05/finals-coming-up-no-worries-we-have-live-tutoring-to-get-you-through-the-end-of-the-school-year/) - Whether you're wrapping up your senior year in high school or your first year of a graduate program, Eastern Oklahoma Library System (EOLS) libraries have special resources to see you through. Beyond in-library reference books, book-a-librarian opportunities, and free wifi and computers to use, EOLS' online resources that you can access with your library card
- [HELP YOUR LIBRARY CELEBRATE NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK APRIL 23-29](https://eols.org/2023/03/help-your-library-celebrate-national-library-week-april-23-29/) - National Library Week highlights the value of libraries each year for one week—this year April 23-29. This year's theme is "There's More to the Story," focusing on the multitude of things other than books that can be accessed through your local library—an incredible number of items, services, and activities. Eastern Oklahoma Library System has 15
- [LEARN MORE ABOUT NE OKLAHOMA'S HISTORY-MAKING WOMEN](https://eols.org/2023/02/march-is-womens-history-month/) - Women have had a tremendous impact on the history of Oklahoma, and many hail from Adair, Delaware, Cherokee, Muskogee, McIntosh, and Sequoyah counties, including renowned artists and musicians, to famous tribal leaders, trendsetters, and historic politicians, educators, and activists. We share a few highlights here about notable women from area communities and their accomplishments. There
- [YOUR LOCAL LIBRARY IS A GREAT RESOURCE FOR HEALTHY LIVING](https://eols.org/2022/12/your-local-library-is-a-great-resource/) - Eastern Oklahoma (EOLS) libraries are a great resource for a number of things one might not realize. Of course, books remain the top resource a library offers, but those books can cover much more than entertaining fiction: self-help, home repair, car repair, job search advice, scientific answers, philosophical answers—books are one of the greatest resources
- [ALL EOLS LIBRARIES & OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED FEB. 20](https://eols.org/2023/02/all-eols-libraries-offices-will-be-closed-feb-20/) - All Eastern Oklahoma Library System branches and offices will be closed on Monday, Feb. 20, 2023, in observance of President's Day. Branches return to normal business hours on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023. Find your local branch hours here: eols.org/locations.
- [FEBRUARY IS NATIONAL LIBRARY LOVERS MONTH!](https://eols.org/2023/02/february-is-national-library-lovers-month/) - All of us at Eastern Oklahoma Library System libraries love our patrons, too. There are so many reasons to love the library, including: Arts-music, painting, crafts, dance... Borrowing-books, e-books, audiobooks, movies, games... Health-Yoga, Tai Chi, line dancing, cooking classes... Learning-study space, homework help, research resources... Hobbies-genealogy, gardening, sewing, arts and crafts... Technology-computers, printing, scanning, Wi-Fi...
- [RESEARCH DATABASES: FREE TO USE WITH YOUR LIBRARY CARD](https://eols.org/2022/10/eols-research-database-updated-for-easier-category-search/) - The Eastern Oklahoma Library System provides more than 70 free databases and apps for research of all kinds at eols.org/research. Categories include literacy, GED study and adult education, practice tests (including driving, US Citizenship, military exams, ACT, SAT), technology, health and wellness, hobbies and crafts, becoming a US Citizen, readers’ resources, small business resources, local
- [Public libraries have a variety of free research resources](https://eols.org/2022/06/public-libraries-have-a-variety-of-free-research-resources/) - The Eastern Oklahoma Library System is a group of libraries in six counties: Adair, Cherokee, Delaware, McIntosh, Muskogee, and Sequoyah. This library system offers a wide range of resources for everything from genealogy to free, customizable legal document templates to online learning programs for children - all of which are normally only accessed by a
- [Muskogee Public Library seeks volunteer tutors for literacy program](https://eols.org/2022/07/muskogee-public-library-seeks-volunteer-tutors-for-literacy-program/) - July 27, 2022 MUSKOGEE, Oklahoma—Muskogee Public Library’s Adult Literacy Program was organized in 1979, and throughout those 43 years, the program has seen many adult learners strengthen their skills and reach their goals. “We have shared wonderful occasions with our learners, including when they pass their GED, become citizens, improve their English, and enhance their
- [FREE LANGUAGE LESSONS ONLINE? WE HAVE THEM!](https://eols.org/2022/06/free-language-app/) - Your Eastern Oklahoma Library System library card gives you access to free resources for everything from homework help to taxes to genealogy to language. The Mango Language app, which can be found on our website at www.eols.org/research, is an incredible resource for anyone who wishes or needs to learn a new language. This can be
- [Library Resources to Help Stop the "Summer Slide"](https://eols.org/2021/06/library-resources-to-help-stop-the-summer-slide/) - Summer Reading Program for all ages is in full swing at Eastern Oklahoma Library System branches! This year, kids are encouraged to read for 1000 minutes from June 1 - July 31. That may sound like a lot, but just fifteen to twenty minutes of reading each day will help you reach the goal. For
- [EOLS announces Black Freedom Struggle database, Black History Month events](https://eols.org/2021/02/eols-announces-black-freedom-struggle-database-black-history-month-events/) - The Eastern Oklahoma Library System is proud to launch a new ProQuest website: Black Freedom Struggle in the United States: Challenges and Triumphs in the Pursuit of Equality. This new website features expertly selected open primary source documents such as historical newspaper articles, pamphlets, diaries, correspondence and more from specific time periods in U.S. history
- [Great Decisions 2021 launches virtually to all branches](https://eols.org/2021/03/great-decisions-2021-launches-virtually-to-all-branches/) - For the first time, the Eastern Oklahoma Library System will offer the Great Decisions 2021 series to the entire EOLS system through a virtual platform starting in March. This long-running patron-favorite provides background information and policy options for eight of the most critical issues facing America today. Further, the Great Decisions sessions serve as the
- [Tails & Tales: Summer Reading Program 2021](https://eols.org/2021/04/tails-tales-summer-reading-program-2021/) - With warm weather arriving, and school almost out, it’s beginning to look like Summer Reading Program time! Eastern Oklahoma Library System is excited to announce our 2021 Summer Reading Program (SRP) lineup of challenges, programs, and prizes to engage readers of all ages. This year’s theme is Tails and Tales, and as you can guess,
- [Oceans of Possibilities summer reading program is full speed ahead!](https://eols.org/2022/05/oceans-of-possibilities-summer-reading-program-is-full-speed-ahead/) - The 2022 Summer Reading Program has launched, and we hope you don't miss the boat! All ages are welcome to board the Summer Reading Program cruise ship, including preschool, elementary, and high school students, and adults. The reading challenge will also bring special programs to your library all summer, including submarine races, sand castle crafts,
- [Margaret Rigney dedicates life to grow eastern Oklahoma libraries​](https://eols.org/2020/07/margaret-rigney-dedicates-life-to-grow-eastern-oklahoma-libraries​/) - Margaret Rigney never even saw a library until she went to college. All through her primary years, her Eufaula schools had some books, but nothing like the full, dedicated libraries in most schools now.​ "Libraries were not a part of my life because there were not any," Rigney said. "Each school room had a shelf of whatever books the teacher could scrape together, and pretty much everything that was on the shelves were about as old as I am now." ​
- [Job seekers: EOLS branches provide online tools to help patrons build skills, find jobs ](https://eols.org/2021/01/job-seekers-eols-branches-provide-online-tools-to-help-patrons-build-skills-find-jobs/) - Eastern Oklahoma Library System is working to jumpstart your career in 2021. Learn a new skill set, build an updated resume, prepare for interviews – all through online resources anyone can access from anywhere. Use EBSCO Learning Express. This eLearning site offers robust tools to create resumes, prepare for interviews and build employable skill sets.
- [Stock up on EOLS resources to have a holly, jolly Christmas](https://eols.org/2020/12/stock-up-on-eols-resources-to-have-a-holly-jolly-christmas/) - Some of the best moments of Christmas time are when all the shopping is done, the presents are wrapped and you can enjoy the traditions and time together with family and friends. We’re sure your holiday celebrations will look different this year, and we’re also sure you might have some more time at home as
- [Summer 2020: Encouraging reading during a pandemic and how we can help your kids avoid the summer slide.](https://eols.org/2020/07/summer-2020-encouraging-reading-during-a-pandemic-and-how-we-can-help-your-kids-avoid-the-summer-slide/) - We know kids who unplug from learning during the summer months have a harder time transitioning back to the educational level they had achieved at the end of the previous school year once school begins again. And this summer? It doesn’t look anything like we thought summer would look like when we were dreaming about
- [Podcast highlights libraries relevancy in modern life](https://eols.org/2020/05/podcast-highlights-libraries-relevancy-in-modern-life/) - Things come. And things go. They float into fashion. Then they fall right back out. We’ve all seen things build up in society just to then crumble and blow away, replaced by a better, faster, easier version of itself. But not libraries. No, libraries are still as relevant and pivotal to the communities they serve
- [Virtual library services can take you anywhere](https://eols.org/2020/04/virtual-library-services-can-take-you-anywhere/) - “Reading can take you places you have never been before.” – Dr. Seuss We’ve always loved this Dr. Seuss quote, but it seems especially applicable now. We’re all dying to go somewhere, and many of us are realizing the power reading has to transport us to any locale anywhere. Sharing resources online has long been

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- [Eastern Oklahoma Library System](https://eols.org/) - Fifteen libraries serving Adair, Cherokee, Delaware, McIntosh, Muskogee, and Sequoyah counties. Beyond books, EOLS libraries offer special services such as printing, faxing, notary, computer and internet use, literacy programs, and children's programs.
- [Pickleball Courts at Checotah](https://eols.org/pickleball/) - Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library 626 West Gentry Street Checotah, OK 74426 918-473-6715 checotahpl@eols.org Find us on Facebook LIBRARY HOURS Monday: 8:30 AM-8:00 PM Tuesday: 8:30 AM-6:00 PM Wednesday: 8:30 AM-6:00 PM Thursday: 8:30 AM-6:00 PM Friday: 8:30 AM-6:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM-1:30 PM Sunday: CLOSED WHAT IS PICKLEBALL Pickleball is a fun, simple game
- [Excel High School Program](https://www.excelhighschool.org/library/muskogee/the-program/faqs/)
- [Fiero-Code](https://eols.org/fiero-code/) - Transparent Language Online provides a fun, effective, and engaging experience for learners of all levels looking to build their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in a foreign language.
- [Borrow a Book Kit!](https://eols.org/book-kits/) - Find a title in the drop down lists. When you click on the title, it will take you to the catalog page where you will place a hold and select which library you want to pick the kit up from. You’ll get notified when it is ready for pickup. TITLES A-D A Man Called Ove
- [Catalog](https://eols.org/catalog/) - COMING SOON in Adult Fiction
- [Universal Class](https://eols.org/2025/07/universalclass-offers-free-ceus-training-skill-building-courses-with-an-eols-library-card/)
- [About Us](https://eols.org/about-us/) - The Eastern Oklahoma Library System is a multi-county organization providing public library service through fifteen libraries in six counties.
- [Genealogy Resources](https://eols.org/genealogy/) - LOCAL HISTORY AND GENEALOGY Preserving the Heritage of Our Communities The Eastern Oklahoma Library System provides a number of free research resources online for all EOLS library card holders in all six counties served. In addition, the system offers a large collection of local and state records located in the Muskogee Public Library’s Grant Foreman
- [Board Documents](https://eols.org/board-documents/) - Eastern Oklahoma Library System Board of Trustees The Board of Trustees are scheduled to meet at 1:00 p.m. on the following dates in 2026: January 20 March 17 May 19 July 21 September 22 (4th Tuesday) November 17 All meetings will be held at EOLS Support Services, 14 East Shawnee, Muskogee and through Zoom. Please
- [Kansas Public Library](https://eols.org/kansas/) - Visit the Kansas Public Library for activities for preschoolers, teens, and adults; borrow our computers and wi-fi, too!
- [Muskogee Public Library](https://eols.org/muskogee/) - Come to the Muskogee Public Library for books, of course, and children's activities, arts and crafts, special events, exercise classes and more for all ages.
- [Research (classic view)](https://eols.org/research-classic-view/) - Research & Learning Don’t have a library card yet? Get your library card using online registration! Genealogy: Check out more resources including special collections, other genealogy databases, classes, and programs at www.eols.org/genealogy College Students: Check out more information about resources for writing thesis papers, including college-level databases, peer-reviewed research, and APA, MLA, and Chicago-style rules
- [Research](https://eols.org/research/) - ALPHABETIZED LIST OF ALL DATABASES Category Academic Research Arts and Literature Becoming a U.S. Citizen Career Tools Children’s Activities College Resources Educators Elementary School GED and Adult Education Genealogy Health and Wellness High School History Hobbies and Crafts Homework Help In-Library Use Only Languages Legal Resources Library Card Required Literacy Middle School Newspapers and Magazines
- [Readers' Resources](https://eols.org/readers-resources/) - Resources for all readers! ONLINE RESOURCES FOR ALL AGES Find your next great read—figure out what that book “with the red cover” you read in eighth grade was—read or write book reviews—join a book club—it’s all easy with the resources below! HELPFUL DATABASES Access the Online Catalog with the EOLS App Search the catalog, reserve
- [College and Career Resources](https://eols.org/college-and-careers/) - Don’t have a library card yet? No problem! To have immediate access to the library’s collection, visit https://eols.org/library-cards/ to register for a 30-day temporary card. To get your permanent card, please visit your local library. College & Careers College Entrance Exams Research the requirements of the colleges you’re interested in to learn about admission deadlines
- [Library Policies](https://eols.org/library-policies/) - LIBRARY POLICIES Behavior of Library Users Meeting Room Policy Library Materials Selection Policy Donation Policy Interlibrary Loan Policy Social Media Policy for Library Users Library Volunteer Policy Animals in the Library Policy Exhibits and Display Policy Distribution of Free Materials and Public Posting Policy Unattended Children Policy Internet Policy Reference Services Disclaimer State Statutes This
- [Homework Help](https://eols.org/homework-help/) - Help is here when you need it. Everyone has trouble with their homework from time to time. Whether it’s earth science or algebra, past presidents or grammar, here are some helpful online resources. Helpful Websites for Kids All Subjects DK Find Out Fact Monster FunBrain InfoPlease IXL.com Kids.gov Reading & Writing Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary Starfall Thesaurus.com
- [Using the Library](https://eols.org/using-the-library/) - START YOUR INFORMATION ADVENTURE TODAY! Attend colorful events for all ages. Enjoy free Wi-Fi at all library branches. Access internet computers with Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher. Browse materials from 15 libraries and pick up at your favorite branch. Access digital resources like ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, movies, TV shows and free music. Explore information-rich databases like Ancestry, Universal Class, Law Depot and Transparent
- [Donate](https://eols.org/donate/) - Book and Materials Donations Eastern Oklahoma Library System welcomes materials based on the following criteria. Donations may or may not be added to the collection, depending on demand for the items and available space in the library. Materials must be in excellent condition and less than five years old to be added to the collection.
- [Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library](https://eols.org/checotah/) - Visit the library for books, of course, but also children's activities, Storywalk, garden, special events, teen programs, games, and much more.
- [Programs](https://eols.librarycalendar.com/events/upcoming) - Welcome The Eastern Oklahoma Library System offers programs and services for all ages—babies and toddlers through senior citizens—with a large variety of topics, activities, and locations. You’ll find arts and crafts, music, movies, lectures, community meetings, games of all kinds, technology lessons—a multitude of great programming! Using the Calendar Use the icon to select a
- [Black History Month Resources](https://eols.org/black-history-month/) - Black Americans were a significant influence in the growth of Indian Territory. Counties in this area have a wealth of interesting Black History to explore.
- [Women's History Month Research Resources](https://eols.org/womens-history/) - They made history; they’re making history Women have had a tremendous impact on the history of Oklahoma, and many hail from Adair, Delaware, Cherokee, Muskogee, McIntosh, and Sequoyah counties, including renowned artists and musicians, to famous tribal leaders, trendsetters, and historic politicians, educators, and activists. We share a few highlights here about notable women from
- [Pride Month Research Resources](https://eols.org/pride-month/) - Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) Pride Month PRIDE Month is a Federally-Recognized Heritage Month established by a presidential proclamation in 1999 that is observed each June. DIGITAL LGBTQ+ COLLECTIONS Hoopla LGBTQ+ Stories & Experiences EOLS Catalog Transgender Topics EOLS Catalog Gay Rights Topics LGBTQ+ BOOK TITLES Partial listing of books available with an EOLS
- [Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Resources](https://eols.org/apah-month/) - Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Asian Pacific American Heritage Month is is observed throughout May to pay tribute to the achievements of generations who have contributed to American life. DIGITAL LIBRARY RESOURCES Hoopla Asian American Collection Hoopla Pacific Islands Collection ProQuest History Vault EBSCO MasterFILE PRINT LIBRARY RESOURCES Partial listing of related books you can
- [Hispanic Heritage Month Research Resources](https://eols.org/hispanic-heritage-month/) - National Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates and recognizes the contributions Hispanic innovators, authors, inventors, leaders, teachers, and artists have made to American society and culture.
- [Native American Heritage Month Research Resources](https://eols.org/native-american-heritage-month/) - National Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates and recognizes the contributions Hispanic innovators, authors, inventors, leaders, teachers, and artists have made to American society and culture.
- [Careers](https://eols.org/careers/) - About Us OUR MISSION: We empower people by creating opportunities that enrich their lives with information, activities, and services. OUR VISION: A welcoming library that inspires imagination and ideas. The Eastern Oklahoma Library System is a multi-county organization providing public library service through fifteen libraries in six counties. The roots of this service date back
- [Stilwell Public Library](https://eols.org/stilwell/) - Welcome to Stilwell Public Library Manager: Rachele Horney 5 North 6th Street Stilwell, OK 74960 918-696-7512 Fax: 918-696-4007 stilwellpl@eols.org Find us on Facebook PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES HOURS BORROWING PRINTING & OTHER SERVICES PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES Attend colorful events for all ages. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, access internet computers with Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher—and so much more: WEEKLY STORYTIMES
- [Tahlequah Public Library](https://eols.org/tahlequah/) - Welcome to Tahlequah Public Library Manager: Jeremy Jones 120 South College Avenue Tahlequah, OK 74464 918-456-2581 tahlequahpl@eols.org Find us on Facebook PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES HOURS BORROWING PRINTING & OTHER SERVICES PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES Attend colorful events for all ages. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, access internet computers with Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher—and so much more! LITERACY AND
- [Warner Public Library](https://eols.org/warner/) - Welcome to Warner Public Library Manager: Sarah Jackson 901 4th Ave. P.O. Box 120 Warner, OK 74469 918-463-2363 warnerpl@eols.org Find us on Facebook HOURS PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES BORROWING PRINTING & OTHER SERVICES HOURS TEMPORARY HOURS AT 901 4TH AVE. Monday: CLOSED Tuesday: CLOSED Wednesday: CLOSED Thursday: 9:00am-12:00pm Friday: CLOSED Saturday: CLOSED Sunday: CLOSED PROGRAMS &
- [John F. Henderson Public Library](https://eols.org/westville/) - John F. Henderson Public Library MANAGER: Rachele Horney 1152 North Williams Avenue P. O. Box 580 Westville, OK 74965 918-723-5002 Fax: 918-238-1574 westvillepl@eols.org Find us on Facebook UPCOMING EVENTS PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES HOURS BORROWING PRINTING & OTHER SERVICES PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES Attend colorful events for all ages. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, access internet computers with Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- [Stanley Tubbs Memorial Library](https://eols.org/sallisaw/) - Welcome to Stanley Tubbs Memorial Library Manager: Julie Klineline 101 East Cherokee Street Sallisaw, OK 74955 PHONE: 918-775-4481 sallisawpl@eols.org Find us on Facebook PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES HOURS BORROWING PRINTING & OTHER SERVICES PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES Attend free events and activities for all ages. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, access internet computers with Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher—and so much
- [Muldrow Public Library](https://eols.org/muldrow/) - Visit the Muldrow Public Library for storytime, special activities for teens, children, and adults, book chat, arts and crafts, and so much more!
- [Delaware County Library](https://eols.org/jay/) - Visit the Delaware County Library for special programs, events, and activities for children, teens, adults and much more.
- [Hulbert Community Public Library](https://eols.org/hulbert/) - The Hulbert Community Library offers special programs for teens, children, adults, and families, including arts and crafts, storytime, and much more.
- [Rieger Memorial Library](https://eols.org/haskell/) - Visit the library for special programs for children, teens, and adults, including painting classes, exercise, weight-loss support, storytime, and much more.
- [Grove Public Library](https://eols.org/grove/) - Welcome to Grove Public Library MANAGER: Brenda Newnam 1140 NEO Loop Grove, OK 74344 PHONE: 918-786-2945 grovepl@eols.org Find us on Facebook PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES HOURS BORROWING PRINTING & OTHER SERVICES PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES Attend fun, educational events for all ages, including arts and crafts, book club meetings, games, and special events. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, access internet computers
- [Q.B. Boydstun Public Library](https://eols.org/fort-gibson/) - Visit us for everything from books to special activities, including storytime, cooking lessons, arts and crafts, and exercise classes—all free!
- [Eufaula Memorial Library](https://eols.org/eufaula/) - Visit the library for more than books—special events, children's activities, exercise, yoga, arts and crafts, and so much more!
- [RFP-opportunities](https://eols.org/rfp-opportunities/) - RFP and Bid Opportunities The Eastern Oklahoma Library System (EOLS) is committed to transparency and responsible stewardship of public resources. From time to time, we invite qualified vendors and partners to submit proposals for services that support our mission. Current Request for Proposals (RFPs) are listed below. We encourage interested parties to review each opportunity
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- [Borrow eBooks and Audiobooks](https://eols.org/download-and-stream/) - Download eBooks, movies, music, comics, and magazines to your smart device with any of our free apps, or read/listen/watch right in your internet browser.
- [Adult Literacy Programs](https://eols.org/literacy-programs/) - Library literacy programs provide one-to-one and small group tutoring and instruction. Programs are in-person or virtual through learning apps and YouTube.
- [Reading Challenges](https://eols.org/reading-challenges/) - Winter Reading 2026: Read with Benny This January and February, we are partnering with Steps to Literacy for our Winter Reading 2026 challenge, featuring Beanstack’s beloved mascot, Benny the Bean. Readers of all ages are invited to kick off the new year by building strong reading habits and sharing the joy of reading with others.
- [Virtual Classes](https://eols.org/virtual-classes/) - computer available comfortable space to work learn at your own pace supportive tutors available About the EOLS Rural Literacy Program The EOLS Rural Literacy Program is available thanks to a Carolyn Watson Rural Oklahoma Community Foundation Fund at the Oklahoma City Community Foundation grant. The Muskogee Public Library Adult Literacy Program is offering free online
- [Touch-a-Truck](https://eols.org/touch-a-truck/) - Join us for Muskogee Touch-a-Truck 2026! Muskogee Public Library’s annual fundraiser for the children’s summer reading program, Touch-A-Truck, began in 2011 when a library assistant brought the idea to then manager Jan Bryant. Jan brought the idea to Mike Stewart with the City of Muskogee and the two brought the event to life with the
- [Touch-a Truck](https://eols.org/touch-a-truck-2025/) - Join us for Muskogee Touch-a-Truck 2025! Muskogee Public Library’s annual fundraiser for the children’s summer reading program, Touch-A-Truck, began in 2011 when a library assistant brought the idea to then manager Jan Bryant. Jan brought the idea to Mike Stewart with the City of Muskogee and the two brought the event to life with the
- [StoryWalk®](https://eols.org/storywalk/) - Eastern Oklahoma Library System StoryWalk® StoryWalk® combines family time, physical activity, and literacy in a fun, interactive walk in nature. Through this experience, we hope to encourage a lifelong love of reading, physical activity, and the great outdoors! StoryWalk® is a health literacy initiative of the Eastern Oklahoma Library System and is sponsored by the Oklahoma
- [12-11-2025-Grinchmas-HA](https://eols.org/grinchmas2025/) - Grinchmas 2025 is here! Photos with the Grinch Downloads Available Now! Thank you for joining us for Photos with the Grinch! We’re excited to share event photos with our community. Images from the event are organized into six galleries to make it easy for you to find and download your photos. How to Find Your
- [Get Book Recommendations by Email](https://eols.org/book-recs/) - Get Book Recommendations Constantly searching for what to read next? Looking for that sequel or another book with a similar theme? Need a book recommendation or two? Book lovers will enjoy this free monthly email tailored to fit your reading preference needs! Find your next book by genre: fantasy and science fiction, graphic novels, manga,
- [Sparkfest](https://eols.org/sparkfest/)
- [Library of Things](https://eols.org/library-of-things/) - Borrow something special today! Borrow all kinds of items from your local library*—keep them for 21 days, then return. Musical instruments, electronics, fishing poles, sewing machines, and so much more are at your fingertips! All items must be picked up at the library they are held at and returned to the same library. *Photos are
- [Elementary School Resources](https://eols.org/elementary/) - Free online resources for homeschoolers, teachers, parents, and students, elementary school level lessons, classes courses, and more.
- [Muskogee Public Library: A Community Cornerstone](https://eols.org/imagine-more/) - Join us in shaping the future of the Library and the community — one innovative step at a time. Latest News Muskogee Public Library chosen by Library of Congress for Partnership to Create Digital Experience The Library of Congress today announced LOCal, a new multiyear digital initiative, will expand the national library’s capacity to bring digital
- [Car Care](https://eols.org/car-care/) - KEEP YOUR CAR READY FOR THE ROAD Whether you’ve got a little or a lot of DIY mechanic in you, here’s a go-to source we thought you should know about. The name “Chilton” has been around almost as long as there have been cars on the road—and now their auto repair manuals are available online
- [Thank You](https://eols.org/thank-you/) - THANK YOU FOR SELECTING YOUR BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS LISTS We will send you two emails with six book recommendations for each of your chosen topics on the 1st and 15th of each month. You can change your preferences any time by filling out the form again. Happy Reading!
- [Sallisaw Football](https://eols.org/sallisaw-football/) - This collection of Black Diamond Football memories is part of the Stanley Tubbs Memorial Library’s project to collect local history memories.
- [Virtual Cards](https://eols.org/virtual-cards/) - APPLY FOR A FULL-ACCESS DIGITAL CARD Only for new card holders. Must be 18 & over to apply. Identity & Address Check Required Patron Instructions Fill out the form below to apply for your free library card! You must be 18 or over to apply for a virtual full-access card. The system will confirm your
- [Mobile Printing at the Library](https://eols.org/print/) - Introducing Princh, our new printing solution! We have implemented Princh, a new printing solution, at our libraries. With our new solution it is now possible to easily and securely print from a mobile phone, tablet, or laptop, both remotely and at the library. If you require further help, we have instructions available at our libraries, and
- [Butterfly Papilion Passes](https://eols.org/passes/) - Borrow a free pass to visit the Butterfly Papilion at Muskogee’s Honor Heights Park! Muskogee Public Library 801 W. Okmulgee Avenue Muskogee, OK 74401 918-682-6657 muskogeepl@eols.org Find us on Facebook LIBRARY HOURS MON: 9:00a-9:00p TUES: 9:00a-9:00p WED: 9:00a-6:00p THU: 9:00a-9:00p FRI: 9:00a-6:00p SAT: 9:00a-5:30p SUN: Closed All Eastern Oklahoma Library System cardholders are able to
- [Friends of the Library Groups](https://eols.org/library-friends/) - Are you thinking of joining, starting, reorganizing, or revitalizing a Friends of the Library group? Some libraries in the Eastern Oklahoma Library System have active Friends of the Library groups, others do not but would be interested in a group being formed. Please fill out the form below, let us know what you’re interested in,
- [Transparent Language Online](https://eols.org/transparent-language/) - Transparent Language Online provides a fun, effective, and engaging experience for learners of all levels looking to build their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in a foreign language.
- [Locations](https://eols.org/locations2/) - ADAIR COUNTY Stilwell Public Library 5 North 6th Street Stilwell, OK 74960 918-696-7512 John F. Henderson Public Library 1152 North Williams Avenue P. O. Box 580 Westville, OK 74965 918-723-5002 CHEROKEE COUNTY Hulbert Community Public Library 210 North Broadway P.O. Box 148 Hulbert, OK 74441 918-772-3383 Tahlequah Public Library 120 South College Avenue Tahlequah, OK
- [Download the EOLS app](https://eols.org/eols-app/) - Get the free EOLS App and register for a temporary library card. Then start exploring! Use the Eastern Oklahoma Library System (EOLS) app to access our full catalog of electronic media, including ebooks, audiobooks, music, movies and more. Track your check outs and holds, find locations, visit branch Facebook pages, and see upcoming events. You
- [App Privacy Policy](https://eols.org/app-privacy-policy/) - Privacy Policy for Eastern Oklahoma Library System App This Privacy Policy applies to the mobile application, “EOLS Mobile App” developed by SirsiDynix in collaboration with the Eastern Oklahoma Library System (“we”, “us”, or “our”). This Privacy Policy applies to the mobile application, “EOLS Mobile App” with the following app identifiers: Google Play: sirsi.mobile.bcmobile-EOLS Apple App
- [Physics Journals](https://eols.org/physics-journals/) - The American Physical Society is a nonprofit membership organization working to advance physics by fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and global community dedicated to science and society. APS represents more than 50,000 members, including physicists in academia, national laboratories, and industry in the United States and around the world. PRL is the world’s premier physics letter
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- [1000 Books Before Kindergarten](https://eols.org/1000-books/) - 1000 Books Before Kindergarten is a free reading program for young children that helps grow literacy skills and a love of reading.
- [Muskogee Yearbooks](https://eols.org/muskogee-yearbooks/) - MUSKOGEE SCHOOL MEMORIES Preserving the Memories of Muskogee School Years The Muskogee Public Library’s Local History and Genealogy Department is proud to present our Yearbook Digitization Project. This initiative preserves the memories of Muskogee’s past by digitizing and providing online access to historical yearbooks from any local schools. Our collection currently includes digital copies of
- [Library Services](https://eols.org/library-services/) - Check with your local library to learn about the following services offered: 3D PRINTING The Grove Public Library, the Muskogee Public Library, and the Tahlequah Public Library are excited to offer 3D printing to our patrons. By offering 3D printing, we are inviting you to discover your most creative self by learning how to design objects. For more details
- [Memory Lab](https://eols.org/memory-lab/) - The MPL Memory Lab, located in the Genealogy/Local History Department at the Muskogee Public Library, has equipment capable of digitizing older media. This equipment is available for the community to preserve personal and local history to share with others. The Memory Lab is D-I-Y The Memory Lab is “do-it-yourself.” Though it is provided for use
- [MPL Campaign](https://eols.org/imagine-more/)
- [ipac catalog](https://eols.org/ipac-catalog/) - ACCESS YOUR ACCOUNT LIBRARY OF THINGS BOOK CLUB KITS CATALOG HELP Find great books, movies & more! New Releases in Adult Fiction
- [EOLS History Volume III](https://eols.org/eols-history-volume-iii/) - History of the Eastern Oklahoma Library System by Margaret Rigney VOLUME III TABLE OF CONTENTS History of EOLS by Margaret Rigney Volume III Pages Title 2 Introduction to Sequoyah County Libraries 4 Introduction to Muldrow 6 Muldrow’s Early Library History 8 Muldrow Public Library – Together @ the Library! 22 Introduction to Sallisaw 25 Sallisaw’s
- [EOLS History Volume II](https://eols.org/eols-history-volume-ii/) - History of the Eastern Oklahoma Library System by Margaret Rigney VOLUME II TABLE OF CONTENTS History of the EOLS by Margaret Rigney Volume II Pages Title 2 Introduction to Muskogee 8 Muskogee’s Early Library History 27 Phillis Wheatley Branch Library 31 Muskogee Public Library – The Queen City’s Library 50 Introduction to Warner 53 Warner’s
- [EOLS History Volume I](https://eols.org/eols-history-volume-i/) - History of the Eastern Oklahoma Library System by Margaret Rigney VOLUME I TABLE OF CONTENTS History of EOLS by Margaret Rigney Volume I Pages Title 2 Prologue 4 Brief History of Oklahoma’s Public Libraries 10 Bookmobiles – Boom & Bust 14 Chapter 1 – In the Beginning, 1970-1979 30 Chapter 2 – Budget Woes as
- [Sparkfest Volunteer](https://eols.org/sparkfest-volunteer/) - Interested in Volunteering? Contact Jeremy Jones, Branch Manager 918-456-2581
- [Sparkfest Events](https://eols.org/sparkfest-events/) - Carnegie Room Opening Ceremony: 10am Make Your Own Clay Beads: 1pm – 2pm Closing Ceremony: 4pm Rawls Room Banners, Icons, and Profile Pics! Oh my!: 10:30am – 11:30am Tween & Teen Movie Club: 12pm Gelli-Plate Painting: 2:30pm – 3:30pm Plus, dive into our board game collection, with special displays set up throughout the library.
- [Sparkfest Location](https://eols.org/sparkfest-location/) - GOOGLE MAPS https://maps.app.goo.gl/YMGW1M3YyEopcxqt6 ADDRESS 120 S. COLLEGE AVE. TAHLEEQUAH, OK 74464
- [Sparkfest Vendors](https://eols.org/sparkfest-vendors/) - Interested in selling your books, artwork, or other nerdy goods? Fill out this application!
- [Academic Research Databases](https://eols.org/academic-research/) - EOLS offers free access to a wide range of scholarly databases, including EBSCOhost, Digital Prairie, HistoryGeo, Proquest, and more.
- [Five Tribes Museum Research Catalog](https://eols.org/5-tribes/) - GENEALOGY RESOURCES AVAILABLE AT THE FIVE CIVILIZED TRIBES MUSEUM IN MUSKOGEE, OKLAHOMA Located in Muskogee, Oklahoma, the Five Civilized Tribes Museum is housed in the historic Union Indian Agency Building located on “the hill” above Muskogee’s Honor Heights Park and next door to the Jack C. Montgomery VA Medical Center. The museum is home to
- [Mobile Printing](https://eols.org/print) - Printing at EOLS You can print emails, documents, photos, boarding passes, web pages, and more at EOLS. Print directly from a library computer or use your smartphone, tablet, home computer, or laptop to send a mobile print request. Black and white prints are 15₵ per page Color prints are $1 per page Payment is by cash or credit/debit card [$5 or
- [Use Our 3D Printers](https://eols.org/3d-printing/) - The Grove Public Library, the Muskogee Public Library, and the Tahlequah Public Library are excited to offer 3D printing to our patrons. By offering 3D printing we are inviting you to discover your most creative self by learning how to design objects.
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- [Reservations](https://eols.librarycalendar.com/reserve-room)
- [Careers@EOLS](https://eols.org/careers-2/) - The Eastern Oklahoma Library System is an equal opportunity employer. We are currently accepting applications for the following positions:
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- [grants](https://eols.org/2023/12/delaware-county-library-and-grove-public-library-receive-grants-to-host-oklahoma-humanities-book-club/)
- [EOLS News & Information](https://eols.org/blog/) - Learn more about the services, resources, and activities offered at our libraries in Adair, Cherokee, Delaware, McIntosh, Muskogee, and Sequoyah counties.
- [US Citizenship Study](https://eols.org/us-citizenship/) - Use the resources below to study for or learn more about U.S. Citizenship. Muskogee Public Library also offers U.S. Citizenship classes. All classes are free and available to any library card-holder ages 18 and over in Adair, Cherokee, Delaware, McIntosh, Muskogee, and Sequoyah Counties. Online classes are available for all areas, as well. For those
- [Technology Study](https://eols.org/tech/) - Access the Online Catalog with the EOLS App Search the catalog, reserve items, see upcoming events, and more, with the EOLS Library App, for IOS and Android. Brainfuse JobNow Brainfuse JobNow offers help with resume templates, including live resume experts, live interview coaching, unemployment enrollment assistance, and career assessments. Chilton Library Includes maintenance and specification
- [Small Business Resources](https://eols.org/small-business/) - Access the Online Catalog with the EOLS App Search the catalog, reserve items, see upcoming events, and more, with the EOLS Library App, for IOS and Android. BlueCareer - for Job Seekers Prepare for professional certification and boost earning potential through video training. Explore 600+ fully accredited trade schools, searchable by location and/or trade. Research
- [Current and Historical Newspapers](https://eols.org/newspapers/) - Access the Online Catalog with the EOLS App Search the catalog, reserve items, see upcoming events, and more, with the EOLS Library App, for IOS and Android. Chronicling America - Historic American Newspapers Search America’s historic newspaper pages from 1756-1963 to find information about American newspapers published between 1690-present. Chronicling America is sponsored jointly by
- [Middle School Study Resources](https://eols.org/middle-school/) - Access the Online Catalog with the EOLS App Search the catalog, reserve items, see upcoming events, and more, with the EOLS Library App, for IOS and Android. Bibliography of Indigenous Peoples in North America Bibliography of Indigenous Peoples in North America (BIPNA) covers all aspects of Indigenous culture, history, and life in North America. Brainfuse
- [Legal Research Resources](https://eols.org/legal/) - From the Oklahoma Department of Libraries: Each resource provided comes with a brief explanation of its usage. Library staff can help recommend resources and provide information but can not do the work for you or provide legal advice. The following resources may be helpful in your pursuit and understanding of legal matters. Programs with professionals who can provide legal
- [Language Study Resources](https://eols.org/languages/) - Access the Online Catalog with the EOLS App Search the catalog, reserve items, see upcoming events, and more, with the EOLS Library App, for IOS and Android. Read It! ELL Reference Center The ELL Reference Center includes 1,000 articles, written especially for English language learners. The ELL Reference Center also includes information on life skills
- [History Research Resources](https://eols.org/history/) - Access the Online Catalog with the EOLS App Search the catalog, reserve items, see upcoming events, and more, with the EOLS Library App, for IOS and Android. Ancestry Library Edition With 7 billion genealogical records from across the globe and millions of family trees, this is the world’s largest online family history resource. Available Only
- [High School Study Resources](https://eols.org/high-school/) - Access the Online Catalog with the EOLS App Search the catalog, reserve items, see upcoming events, and more, with the EOLS Library App, for IOS and Android. APS Public Access Program PRL is the world’s premier physics letter journal and APS’s flagship publication. Since 1958 it has contributed to APS’s mission to advance and diffuse
- [Health & Wellness Resources](https://eols.org/health/) - Access the Online Catalog with the EOLS App Search the catalog, reserve items, see upcoming events, and more, with the EOLS Library App, for IOS and Android. Consumer Health Complete Full text journals, magazines, and books dealing with health, wellness, fitness, and nutrition. Includes complementary and holistic medicines. Click here to view a tutorial. GreenFILE GreenFILE
- [Educator Resources](https://eols.org/educators/) - Access the Online Catalog with the EOLS App Search the catalog, reserve items, see upcoming events, and more, with the EOLS Library App, for IOS and Android. Bibliography of Indigenous Peoples in North America Bibliography of Indigenous Peoples in North America (BIPNA) covers all aspects of Indigenous culture, history, and life in North America. Brainfuse
- [Adult Education Resources](https://eols.org/adult-education/) - EOLS libraries offer a variety of free resources for adults from continuing education classes, to GED prep, ACT and SAT prep, and U.S. Citizenship classes.
- [Practice Tests](https://eols.org/practice-tests/) - Brainfuse HelpNow Homework help from a live instructor—kindergarten through college. SkillSurfer—for all ages includes ACT and SAT test prep, ASVAB test prep, ELL, and Parent’s Corner (el rincón de los padres), US citizen test prep, GED test prep, and resume writing. Brainfuse JobNow Brainfuse JobNow offers help with resume templates, including live resume experts, live
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- [EOLS Social Media Policy](https://eols.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/socialmedia_policy.pdf)
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- [Tax Help](https://eols.org/taxes/) - Access the Online Catalog with the EOLS App Search the catalog, reserve items, see upcoming events, and more, with the EOLS Library App, for IOS and Android. Mobile Printing Print emails, documents, photos, boarding passes, web pages, and more at EOLS. Print directly from a library computer or use your smartphone, tablet, home computer, or laptop to
- [TPL Literacy Programs](https://eols.org/tpl-literacy-programs/) - LITERACY PROGRAMS Tahlequah Public Library DEDICATED TO HELPING ADULTS IMPROVE ALL PARTS OF THEIR LIVES THROUGH LIFELONG LEARNING All classes are free and available to any library card-holder ages 18 and over in Adair, Cherokee, Delaware, McIntosh, Muskogee, and Sequoyah Counties. In-person and online courses are available. Library literacy programs use evidence-based techniques to provide
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- [Meeting Rooms](https://eols.org/meeting-rooms/) - The Meeting rooms of the Eastern Oklahoma District Library System facilities are primarily intended to support the goals of the public libraries of the System. Our Vision is to create a welcoming library that inspires imagination and ideas. In providing free meeting space for public use, the libraries of the System support the American Library
- [MPL Literacy Programs](https://eols.org/mpl-literacy-programs/) - LITERACY PROGRAMS DEDICATED TO HELPING ADULTS IMPROVE ALL PARTS OF THEIR LIVES THROUGH LIFELONG LEARNING All classes are free online through YouTube and Virtual classes for any library card-holder ages 18 and over in Adair, Cherokee, Delaware, McIntosh, Muskogee, and Sequoyah Counties. Library literacy programs use evidence-based techniques to provide one-to-one and small group tutoring
- [Muskogee County Death Records](https://eols.org/mplvitalstatistics/) - MUSKOGEE COUNTY DEATH RECORDS 1910-1916 Volume 1 Alphabetical Index Volume 2 Alphabetical Index Volume 3 Alphabetical Index These records are available courtesy of a man named Rex Campbell, who purchased the ledgers at an OKC thrift store in May of 2022. Mr. Campbell provided these scanned pages as a courtesy for patrons to use for
- [Career Tools](https://eols.org/career-tools/) - BlueCareer - for Job Seekers Prepare for professional certification and boost earning potential through video training. Explore 600+ fully accredited trade schools, searchable by location and/or trade. Research hundreds of scholarship opportunities. Connect with thousands of employers across North America. No resume required! Brainfuse JobNow Brainfuse JobNow offers help with resume templates, including live resume
- [Children's Activities](https://eols.org/childrens/) - Access the Online Catalog with the EOLS App Search the catalog, reserve items, see upcoming events, and more, with the EOLS Library App, for IOS and Android. Brainfuse HelpNow Homework help from a live instructor—kindergarten through college. SkillSurfer—for all ages includes ACT and SAT test prep, ASVAB test prep, ELL, and Parent’s Corner (el rincón
- [Hobbies and Crafts](https://eols.org/hobbies-and-crafts/) - Access the Online Catalog with the EOLS App Search the catalog, reserve items, see upcoming events, and more, with the EOLS Library App, for IOS and Android. Ancestry Library Edition With 7 billion genealogical records from across the globe and millions of family trees, this is the world’s largest online family history resource. Available Only
- [Summer Reading Program](https://eols.org/srp/) - Summer Reading Program 2023 You can earn prizes by participating in the reading challenge!* Track your minutes using the Beanstack app, and when you earn a reward, visit your local library.** *While supplies last. **Goals may vary between participating libraries, so be sure to check with your library to find out how to earn rewards.

## Job Openings

- [Branch Manager II or III](https://eols.org/jobs/12125/) - Lead the Future of Muskogee Public Library: Transformation Leader / Manager Are you a visionary leader who thrives on building community, inspiring teams, and transforming organizations? Eastern Oklahoma Library System is seeking an innovative and energetic leader to guide the Muskogee Public Library. As Library Manager, you will not just manage operations; you will champion

## Bookshelves

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