Welch Wildcat Library

09/06/2026

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📚 Heads up, teachers, parents, and librarians!

The My Favorite Book Writing Contest opens September 15, so now is the time to start getting your students prepared!

The contest gives Oklahoma students in grades 4–12 the chance to share how a favorite book, series, or story has made a difference in their lives.

To enter, students write a letter to the author explaining why the book, series, or story matters to them. And there are cash prizes up for grabs!

Contest opens: September 15
Deadline: December 15

Start planning now and get all the contest details at Oklahoma.gov/libraries/my-fav-book.

09/05/2026

📚 September is Library Card Sign-Up Month!

Don’t have a library card yet? Now is a great time to get one.

A library card connects you to books and so much more. Depending on your local library, you can find eBooks and audiobooks, online learning resources, research tools, job and career help, programs for all ages, technology, and plenty of ways to learn, explore, and connect.

Find your local Oklahoma public library and sign up for a card today:
🔗 Oklahoma.gov/libraries/find

Already have a library card? September is a great time to rediscover everything your library has to offer!

09/05/2026

📚 Studying doesn’t have to be a solo activity!

With Brainfuse HelpNow, students can connect with live tutors, get feedback on writing, prepare for tests, and build stronger academic skills, all with help available online.

During Library Card Sign-Up Month, make sure everyone in your household has a library card and knows just how much it can do!

💻 Visit your local library’s website and look for Brainfuse HelpNow to get started.
Info at Oklahoma.gov/libraries/brainfuse

06/09/2026

Vinita’s McDonald’s launches Happy McReader program!

06/02/2026

Summer reading challenge for children in grades K-8. Details on how to participate are included in the article.

The second lady said a trip to the White House is a prize for this summer's challenge for children in grades K-8.

06/02/2026

Even closer . . .

06/01/2026

Is your child looking for an adventure? Read for Adventure with your local library and the OKC zoo. Both Vinita and Miami Public Libraries are participants. See the list of eligible books in the comments below.

05/20/2026

Summer Reading 2026

05/20/2026

BOOK IT! Summer of Stories

02/26/2026

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