Adults
Sweetheart of a Book Sale – Parker Memorial Library
Want more than chocolate as a treat this Valentine’s? The Friends of Libraries of Murray County will be hosting a Sweetheart of a Book Sale, Monday, February 2nd – Saturday, February 14th, during library hours. This sale will feature a limited selection of romance titles to choose from. All ages are welcome to participate.
Hardback books will be 50 cents, and paperbacks will be 25 cents.
Anyone interested in becoming an active supporter of the Parker Memorial Library can join the Friends of Libraries of Murray County! Friends of Libraries are non-profit, charitable groups formed to support libraries in their communities.
For more information, you can contact Parker Memorial Library at (580) 634-2315 or visit the library at 500 West Broadway in Sulphur. The Parker Memorial Library is a branch of the Southern Oklahoma Library System.
Cardio Drumming Classes – Love County Library
Get ready to find your rhythm this new year at Love County Library! Join us for cardio drumming classes on Mondays and Wednesdays at 2:00 PM, starting February 2nd and ending February 25th. Led by YMCA Fitness Instructor Susan Cowlbeck, these classes are designed for ages 18 and up using exercise balls and drumsticks for a fun and engaging workout. No special clothing required. Attendees can bring their own exercise ball. Don’t miss out on this popular and energetic fitness opportunity! Call now to reserve your spot!
Love County Library is offering this program as part of a health literacy grant from the Oklahoma Department of Libraries (ODL). The program is funded in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
For more information or to make reservations, you can contact the Love County Library at (580) 276-3783. You can visit the library at 500 South Hwy 77 in Marietta. The Love County Library is a branch of the Southern Oklahoma Library System.
Age Well: NOURISH Lecture – Champion Public Library
Do you feel overwhelmed with dieting? Join Champion Public Library for a special event at 11:00 AM on Thursday, January 29th to discover NOURISH Step – a fun, practical mindset to boost energy, health and well-being with Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Pam VanKampen, RDN, CD. Attendees, ages 18 and up, will learn how to shift their focus from restrictions to nourishing foods and simple habits that work in real life. Plus, learn the power of protein, hydration and colorful meals to strengthen your body, improve mood and support independence. This event is free and open to adults and seniors; however, signing up is encourage. This Zoom lecture event is sponsored by Roads Scholars.
Pam VanKampen, RDN, CD, is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with 38 years of experience and part of the Nutrition Team at the Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources (GWAAR). VanKampen holds a B.S. in dietetics from Illinois State University and completed her dietetic internship at Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital. VanKampen previously worked as a clinical and renal dietitian, dietary manager, and nutrition support specialist. Since 1996, VanKampen has focused on promoting health and nutrition for older adults across Wisconsin.
This lecture is part of our “Age Well” series, designed to provide valuable insights, expert guidance, and practical tools for navigating the aging journey with confidence. These programs explore key topics related to aging, from health and wellness to planning for the future, offering meaningful perspectives and resources for older adults and caregivers alike. This online lecture will take place live over the course of 1-2 hours.
Champion Public Library is offering this program as part of a health literacy grant from the Oklahoma Department of Libraries (ODL). The program is funded in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
For more information, call the Champion Public Library at (580) 223-3164. You can visit the library at 601 Railway Express in Ardmore. The Champion Public Library is a branch of the Southern Oklahoma Library System.
Georgia O’Keeffe Lecture – Champion Public Library
Art lovers unite at Champion Public Library! Join us for an online lecture at 1:00 PM on Monday, January 26th to learn about the iconic career of Georgia O’Keeffe. Attendees, ages 18 and up, will learn about O’Keeffe’s paintings of landscapes, flowers, and desert forms, and explore why her beloved works remain so powerful today with Art Historian Matthew Palczynski. This event is free and open to the public; however, registration is encouraged. This Zoom lecture event is sponsored by Roads Scholars.
Matthew Palczynski is an art history lecturer, consultant, curator, and educator. With a Ph.D. in art history and a focus on vanguard art after around 1850, Palczynski leads programs for academic, corporate, and nonprofit organizations around the world. Palczynski talks include those for Renaissance Weekend, Stanford University, The Wharton School, Cunard, and United Airlines. Palczynski is an adjunct senior instructor at The Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia and has taught at the Tyler School of Art since 2004.
For more information, call the Champion Public Library at (580) 223-3164. You can visit the library at 601 Railway Express in Ardmore. The Champion Public Library is a branch of the Southern Oklahoma Library System.
Get to Know Your Sewing Machine – Healdton Community Library
Have a sewing machine but don’t know how to use it? Is there a jam that you don’t know how to fix? Join us at the Healdton Community Library at 10:00 AM on Monday, January 26th to get to know your sewing machine. Led by Jovita Black, OSU Master Volunteer in Sewing, participants will learn how to clean, maintain, operate, and repair small problems with sewing machines. This program is designed for ages 18 and up. Signing up is encouraged.
For more information, call the Healdton Community Library at (580) 229-0590. You can visit us at 554 South 4th Street in Healdton. The Healdton Community Library is a branch of the Southern Oklahoma Library System (SOLS).