I am honored to introduce myself as the new CEO of the Metropolitan Library System. Libraries have been a cornerstone of my life, both personally and professionally, and I am thrilled to join this community. The incredible work happening in our libraries every day inspires me, and I look forward to building on this tradition of service and connection.
Libraries are more than just buildings—they are vibrant spaces where communities thrive. They provide opportunities for learning, connection and growth, and they serve as safe and welcoming places for everyone. From offering resources to job seekers to hosting programs that inspire creativity and curiosity, libraries enrich lives and build stronger communities. At the Metropolitan Library System, we’re committed to being a vital resource for all of Oklahoma County, and I’m excited to be part of this mission.
February is an especially exciting time at the library, with events and programs to inspire and engage guests of all ages. We’re commemorating Black History Month with a variety of programs, including a visit from author Dr. Karlos Hill at the Downtown OKC Library on Feb. 15. Dr. Hill will share powerful stories and insights into the lasting impact of systemic racism, encouraging us to learn from the past and work toward a more equitable future. At Ralph Ellison Library, families can explore the history of Augustus Jackson, known as the “Father of Ice Cream,” with an engaging program that concludes with children creating their own ice cream flavors. Music fans won’t want to miss Emmy Award-winning artist Jabee’s free rap workshop for kids and teens at the Downtown OKC Library. For those interested in uncovering their roots, the Bethany Library will offer guidance and resources for tracing Black ancestry. These programs and many others—like the Winter Reading Challenge, story times, STEAM activities and creativity workshops—invite you to learn, create and connect.
My professional journey has been rooted in libraries for nearly 30 years. Starting as a part-time shelver during college, I’ve worked in almost every role imaginable—from circulation and reference librarian to branch manager and administrator. As your new CEO, my focus will be on listening, learning, and working with you to shape the future of the Metropolitan Library System. I believe in building a shared vision based on community input and collaboration, ensuring our libraries continue to meet the diverse needs of our guests.
While I take my work seriously, I don’t take myself too seriously. I believe libraries should be welcoming and enjoyable places, and I hope your experiences here reflect that spirit. I look forward to meeting many of you in the coming months and hearing your thoughts, ideas and stories. Together, we can ensure our libraries remain the heart of this community.
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Thank you for welcoming me to Oklahoma County. I’m excited for the journey ahead!
Jason Kuhl, MSLIS CEO, Metropolitan Library System
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The official magazine of Metropolitan Library System of Oklahoma County, Info Magazine, is published monthly by MLS Communications, 300 Park Ave., Oklahoma City, OK 73102.
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4 Celebrating Black History Month
Join us for Black History Month! Check out an exhibit on Black inventors, join a rap workshop, and learn about the man behind ice cream. We also have resources to help trace Black ancestry, fun take-home kits and other activities.
6 In Review
Don’t miss our staff recommendations: a touching story about a librarian who changes lives, a historical fantasy in Timbuktu filled with palace drama and a fun enemies-tolovers story set at a medieval fair.
9 Love Your Library
Happy Valentine’s Day, Oklahoma County! There’s so much to love at the library—and we’re not just talking about the romance novels. Read on to see why our guests love their library.
10 A Tradition of Treasures
Mark your calendars for the Friends of the Metropolitan Library System's Annual Book Sale! Dive into a treasure trove of over 500,000 books, DVDs and more. It's the perfect opportunity to unleash your inner bookworm and support literacy in our community.
11 Still Time to Get a Bingo
Join the Winter Reading Book Bingo Challenge before it ends on Feb. 28. It's easy! Just keep track of the books you read and win prizes. If you finish all 25 books, you could win the grand prize!
12 Frozen in Time
Dive into the frosty past of OKC with this gem from our Special Collections and Research Department. We’re dishing out icy tales of the first ice plants, vintage delivery methods and an epic 1949 ice jam that’ll give you the shivers in all the best ways!
13 February Events
This month offers exciting opportunities for all ages to have fun, learn and explore at the library with book clubs, Valentine’s crafting, Mardi Gras celebrations and more. Browse our events to find something just for you.
Learn about Black History figures this month at Metro Library, including Augustus Jackson, the "Father of Ice Cream"
Celebrating Black History Month at Metro Library
By Zoe Elrod, Internal Communications Coordinator
Celebrate Black History Month with the Metropolitan Library System this February! Join us as we honor the rich history and contributions of Black Americans with engaging events for all ages across Oklahoma County. Our libraries are bringing history to life with unique programs and take-home kits for all ages! Visit metrolibrary.org/blackhistorymonth for the full calendar of events.
Featured Events at the Downtown Library
1921 Race Massacre: Survivor Stories with Dr. Karlos Hill
Feb. 15, 2–3:30 p.m. at the Downtown OKC Library in the Auditorium, 4th Floor (Adults)
Join Dr. Karlos Hill, Regents’ Professor at OU and author of “The 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre: A Photographic History," for a presentation on survivor stories and a book signing. Books will be available for purchase.
Rap Workshop with Jabee
Feb. 22 at 11 a.m.–Noon, Downtown OKC Library in the First Floor Atrium (Kids, Teens)
Emmy-winning artist and activist Jabee leads a free workshop exploring creativity through rap.
Additional Events and Take-Home Kits
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt
Feb. 1-28, all day at Ralph Ellison Library (Kids, Teens)
Scavenger Hunt: Black History Inventions
Feb. 1-28, all day at Ralph Ellison Library (All Ages)
African American Inventor Exhibit by Phil Tolbert
Feb. 1-28, all day at Ralph Ellison Library (All Ages)
Black History Month Knowledge Quizzes
Feb. 1-28, all day at Ralph Ellison Library (Kids, Teens, Adults)
Alma Thomas Take Home Kit
Feb. 3–10, Downtown OKC Library (All Ages)
Family Fun Kits
Feb. 4–8, Wright Library (All Ages)
Inventors and STEAM - DIY Paper Circuit Kit
Feb. 4–28, Capitol Hill Library (Kids, Teens, Adults)
Ice Cream Man, Ice Cream Man: Celebrating Augustus Jackson
Feb. 8 at 2 p.m. and Feb. 13 at 10 a.m. Warr Acres Library
Radiant in Color: A Paint-By-Numbers Celebration of Black Women
Feb. 10–16, Almonte Library
Cultural Bead Bracelet Take-Home Kit
Feb. 10–16, Edmond Library
Black History Timeline Take Home Kit
Feb. 11, The Village Library
Black Genealogy: Uncover Your Roots
Feb. 15 at 2 p.m., Bethany Library
Bad Art Night: Alma Thomas
Feb. 17 at 6 p.m., Northwest Library
WORKSHOP
Feb. 22, 11 a.m.
Downtown OKC Library
For kids and teens
Black History Heroes: A Jeopardy Adventure for Young Learners
Feb. 17, 6:30 p.m., Ralph Ellison Library
Tinkerer Tuesday: Black History Month
Feb. 18 at 6:30 p.m., Del City Library
BIPOC Book Club: "The Water Dancer" by Ta-Nehisi Coates
Feb. 20 at 6 p.m., Capitol Hill Library
Movie Night with Urban Poets
Feb. 24 at 6 p.m., Ralph Ellison Library
Imagine Lab: Reginald Laurent-Inspired Collage
Feb. 26 at 4 p.m., Belle Isle Library
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"What
You Are Looking For Is in the Library"
Michiko Aoyama
Available formats: Book, eBook, Kindle
This is a book-club favorite and a charming book. It’s set in Japan with an American translation, but the story easily translates to many cultures, including the US. There are five seemingly unrelated stories, a young female sales assistant at a department store, a male accountant at a furniture manufacturer, a working mother and former magazine editor, a young unemployed son, and a male retiree. This book introduces Sayuri Komachi, the friendly but enigmatic librarian of the Community House Library who finds materials not only on the subject these characters are looking for, but also the one book they didn’t know they needed to help their life go forward. What’s fun is that when she makes the apparently random suggestion, all the library patrons get the book instead of thinking the librarian made a mistake. It is what they were looking for. I like the community center, the library, the librarian and how the likeable characters find new ways of looking at things. If you’re participating in Winter Reading Book Bingo this book meets the criteria for “translated from another language” and maybe “set in a place you’ve never been,” among other categories.
reviewed by: Ann Meeks
Ann Meeks is a librarian at Ralph Ellison Library and has worked as a librarian for Metro Library for over 20 years. She's a third-generation librarian, as her grandmother and father were librarians. Her other grandmother and mother were both English teachers.
"Masquerade" O.O.
Sangoyomi
Available formats: Book, eAudiobook, eBook, Kindle
"Masquerade" is a lush, historical fantasy novel from debut author O.O. Sangoyomi. In a gorgeously descriptive 15th century Timbuktu, Òdòdó works as a blacksmith with her mother and aunts. Already outcasts from society, their luck turns even worse when Yorùbá forces take control of the city and Òdòdó catches the eye of one of their number. When Òdòdó is abducted from her village, she learns that the man she believed to be a beggar was the king of Yorùbá and has decided to take her as a bride. Now she must learn to navigate the politics of court life, forge friendships and alliances inside the palace and possibly fall in love with her husband.
This is a promising first book by O.O. Sangoyomi, and I look forward to her next work. I would recommend "Masquerade" to anybody interested in modern retellings of myths, beautiful wordplay, or a breath of fresh air in the fantasy genre.
reviewed by: Annika Lewis
Annika Lewis is a librarian at the Downtown Ronald J. Norick Library. Her favorite genres are urban fantasy and science fiction. In her spare time, she runs tabletop RPGs for her friends, takes her cats for walks and paints historical and fantasy portraits.
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"Love and Other Flight Delays"
Denise Williams
Available formats:Book, eBook, Kindle, eAudiobook
You’ll encounter six loveable characters who find romance in the airport in the three interconnected novellas that make up “Love and Other Flight Delays.” In the first, “The Love Connection,” a pet groomer meets her frequent flier crush. She’s against long-distance relationships and he’s not the biggest risk taker. Their love story starts when a soapy dog runs through the airport leading to their first conversation and ends with both conquering their fears. In the second, “The Missed Connection,” two strangers spend a long layover – on New Year’s Eve - together in the airport terminal. Months later they find out that they’re work rivals and end up together on a work trip that changes everything. In the third and final, “The Sweetest Connection,” best friends working in the airport terminal go on an adventure to find the owner of a lost lover letter. She’s set to leave for an international adventure in one week, so they’re on a time crunch to see who has found love in the airport. Along the way, they find the courage to confess their own feelings to each other. The stories are short and sweet, giving the right amount of romance to make your heart swell leading into Valentine’s Day.
reviewed by: Megan Filipowski
Megan is the Digital Services and Social Media Manager for Metro Library. When she’s not watching baseball or hockey, you’ll find her baking, discovering a new true crime show to binge-watch or trying to read as many books on her to-be-read list as possible.
Available formats: Book, eBook, Kindle, eAudiobook
Emily’s summer was supposed to be about helping her sister recover from an accident, not volunteering at the town’s medieval fair with her niece. The fair’s organizer, Simon, insists on sticking to his family’s traditions, but Emily has fresh ideas to make things easier and more fun for everyone. As the summer heats up, so do their clashes, sparking tension and unexpected chemistry that just might change everything for Emily.
This book and the rest of this four-book series is lighthearted, funny and perfect for anyone who loves medieval fairs or even just the idea of them. Emily and Simon's enemies-to-lovers romance will leave you smiling. With likable characters and an immersive atmosphere, it feels like enjoying a turkey leg on a hot day while dressed as a pirate.
reviewed by: Rachel Fite
Rachel is an Engagement Specialist at Midwest City Library. Rachel's favorite genre is fantasy, and she enjoys adventurous and emotional books. Rachel enjoys painting, reading, baking and playing Dungeons and Dragons and Pikmin.
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"Well Met"
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Experience the magic of Broadway with Pages to Stages, presented by OKC Broadway and the Metropolitan Library System, featuring a ticket giveaway for the upcoming shows listed below. Enter online or in-person for a chance to win a pair of tickets and enjoy themed events at our libraries.
Rachel Simone Webb and the company of the North American Tour of & JULIET - Photo: Matthew Murphy
Nolan Almeida as Peter Pan, Hawa Kamara as Wendy
Photo: Matthew Murphy
Leandra Ellis-Gaston (Sugar) and Matt Loehr (Joe)
Photo: Matthew Murphy.
Love Your Library
Happy Valentine’s Day, Oklahoma County! We asked our guests why they love their library, and here’s what they had to say. We’re grateful to be part of your community and a source of connection and knowledge.
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since the mid90s. Terry continues to volunteer at the sort site with Friends of the Library. Beth, a former library commissioner, is now retired but remains a lifetime member, shopper and supporter of the Friends.
A Tradition of Treasures: 45 Years of the Friends Annual Book Sale
By Zoe Elrod, Internal Communications Coordinator
For 45 years, the Friends of the Metropolitan Library System Annual Book Sale has been a cherished Oklahoma City event, raising over $6 million to support library programs, technology upgrades and childhood literacy initiatives.
Carla Paul served as President of the Friends of the Library in 1979, and during a brainstorming session on fundraising ideas to purchase books, she and other members noticed boxes of donated materials. At the time, the library system received 25,000 to 30,000 materials annually, but only about 5% were in good condition and added to the collection. The Friends proposed selling the remaining books in a book sale. Volunteers were called in, and the books were sorted into categories: children’s, fiction, nonfiction, encyclopedias and magazines. The first sale took place in 1980 at the Belle Isle Library, with additional sales at the Southern Oaks and Choctaw libraries over a two-day span, quickly gaining popularity and becoming an annual tradition.
Today, the sale takes place in February at the Oklahoma Expo Hall at the OKC Fairgrounds, drawing thousands of book lovers in search of hidden gems, rare collectibles and great deals. The sale features more than 500,000 books, DVDs, vinyl records and magazines to choose from.
A special "Better Books" section features rare and valuable finds, while public donations and retired library books fill the general sale floor. Volunteers are the backbone of the event, with nearly 1,000 people dedicating their time to sorting, organizing and staffing the sale each year.
The book sale’s long history is full of stories—like shoppers using recycled kitty litter totes to haul stacks of books and loyal visitors braving ice storms to attend. One thing has remained true over the years: people come from near and far to celebrate this tradition. Friends, coworkers and family members have made it a yearly event, coming together to attend and volunteer.
“By providing the public with the opportunity to donate and upcycle books for benefit of libraries, we’ve created and maintained something we’re very proud of because it’s not just a fun fundraiser, it provides connection, volunteer opportunities, and the ability for folks to curate their own book and media collections at a low cost,” said Heather Zeoli, Director of Development and Volunteer Services for the Metropolitan Library System.
Proceeds from the sale directly benefit literacy programs such as Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, which provides free books to children under five in Oklahoma County. Over the years, the sale has also been the backdrop for heartwarming community stories, including a marriage proposal in 2023. It has become more than just a book sale—it’s a celebration of community, literacy and a shared love of reading.
The 45th Annual Book Sale promises another unforgettable weekend of treasure hunting. Friends members can enjoy an exclusive preview Feb. 21 from 1–7 p.m., while the public sale runs from Feb. 22–23 from 9 a.m.–5 p.m. A new sensory-friendly shopping session will be held Feb. 23 from 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
The sale continues to evolve, but its mission remains the same: to support public libraries and inspire lifelong readers. Whether you're a seasoned book collector or simply looking for a good read, this event is a must-attend for all literature lovers.
Location: Oklahoma Expo Hall at the OKC State Fairgrounds.
Book Buddies – Terry Weaver (right) and Beth Toland (left) became best friends through the
Sale and have
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Childhood Literacy Fund
Did you know?? The Friends of the Metropolitan Library System and the Library Endowment Trust have launched a $1.25 million Childhood Literacy Fund at the Oklahoma City Community Foundation. This initiative includes $1 million in contributions from both organizations and a $250,000 matching gift from the Kirkpatrick Family Fund. The fund will sustain programs like the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, providing free books to children from birth to age five and fostering lifelong learning. Learn more at supportmls.org
Winter Reading Continues to Feb. 28 Get a Bingo!
There’s still time to dive into the Winter Reading Book Bingo Challenge before it wraps up on Feb. 28! This beloved tradition invites adults to explore unique reading categories, discover new favorites and enjoy the many benefits of reading—all while earning prizes.
Getting started (or finishing strong!) is easy:
Start Your Challenge: Pick up a bingo card at any library location or download it at metrolibrary.org/ winterreading. You can also register for the challenge on the Beanstack app.
Log Your Reads: Write the title and author in the squares, or log your books online. Complete any five for a bingo or all 25 for an extra challenge.
Finish Strong: Turn in your card or complete your challenge by Feb. 28 to qualify for prizes.
Need help with those last few spots? Call (405) 231-8650, visit your local branch, or find tailored recommendations at metrolibrary.org/tailoredtitles. You can also buddy up with a friend or join a book club for extra motivation!
Prizes make it even more rewarding. Read five books to earn a campfire mug (while supplies last) and a enter drawing for Apple AirPods. Complete 25 books for a shot at the grand prize: an iPad, VIP tickets to see Jodi Picoult at Literary Voices and a YMCA membership.
Don’t miss out—make the most of this final stretch and finish Winter Reading with a bang! Get started today at metrolibrary.org/winterreading.
Oklahoma Ice and Cold Storage Company, 1909, Oklahoma Images Collection
Frozen in Time: The Rise of Ice in Oklahoma City
By Judie Matthews, Special Collections Librarian
Ice, a very natural thing, was for most of human history, a very unnatural thing to welcome into your home. An American novelty, commercial ice came into fashion slowly and then quickly, first as a method to preserve food during transportation and then to make cocktails more palatable in the heat. It became widespread even before home production was possible.
Oklahoma City was founded and grew during the era of artificial ice, that is ice that was frozen in a factory and sold to the public. Before this process was refined, commercial ice was called natural ice, cut from frozen lakes and rivers and shipped downstream to harbors along America’s northeast coast. Most of Oklahoma City’s ice plants were in the very earliest parts of the city, downtown near the railroads. This location supported both shipping of produce and meat to the rest of the state, but also the distribution of ice plants’ own outputs. Many ice factories were also ice creameries and breweries. New State Ice was owned by Anheuser-Busch and distributed beer and non-alcoholic beverages like Bevo during prohibition.
Ice was once delivered by wagon, with households subscribing to ice manufacturers for 25-100 pounds at a time. To avoid delivery fees, people could collect their ice from company-owned docks or grocers and filling stations. A remnant of an Oklahoma City ice dock is visible near NW 26th on Classen, where the brick façade still spells "ICE." In 1938, the Southwest City Post described these docks as community hubs where businessmen and housewives gathered and socialized.
So, in these frigid February days could Oklahoma City ever produce natural ice? Probably not, but our climate sure has tried. This month is historically Oklahoma’s coldest, and February 1949 was no exception. Ice built up on Lakes Hefner and Overholser, causing “the worst ice jam” in Overholser’s history. Gusts over 55 mph ripped the ice apart, piling it up at the dams and destroying docks and boat houses along the shores. The North Canadian’s path to Overholser had such large ice floes that highway crews worried that bridges would be damaged from the pressure. Engineers used everything but dynamite to break up the ice. “I don’t believe anything will be left standing. It’s like watching a big, slow monster,” recalled the lake patrolman. Although the weather remained frigid and windy for days afterwards, temperatures rose to the 60s just a week later. This is Oklahoma after all!
Pictures of ice on the river and lakes in 1949 can be found at bit.ly/IcePhotograph via the Oklahoma Historical Society. A small collection of historic ice-related items will be shown in the Oklahoma Room at the Downtown Library all month. Learn more about ice in Amy Brady’s “Ice: From Mixed Drinks to Skating Rings,” or “Frostbite: How Refrigeration Changed Our Food, Our Planet, and Ourselves,” by Nicola Twilley. All photos here are part of Metro Library’s Special Collections and Research archives.
We welcome your feedback! Email our department at special.collections@metrolibrary.org with your thoughts or ideas for future articles.
Postcard Image of the Crystal Ice and Ice Cream Company, 1920, John Dunning III Collection
february featured events
To see the latest information about library programs and events, click on the Attend menu on the MLS website: metrolibrary.org.
*Registration required
Belle Isle Library
Imagine Lab: Reginald Laurent Inspired Collage
Kids
Belle Isle Library
Feb. 26 at 4 p.m.
Take-home Kit Alma Thomas
All Ages Feb. 3-10, All Day
Downtown Library
1921 Race Massacre: Survivor Stories with Dr. Karlos Hill*
Adults Feb. 15 at 2 p.m.
Downtown Library
Rap Workshop with Emmy Award Winner Jabee Kids, Teens Feb. 22 at 11 a.m.
Downtown Library
Cultural Bead Bracelets
Kids, Teens, Adults
Bethany Library
Adults
Bethany Library
Feb. 10-14, All Day
Black Genealogy: Uncover Your Roots
Feb. 15 at 2 p.m.
Black History Month: Inventors & STEAM: DIY Paper Circuit Kit
Kids, Teens, Adults
Capitol Hill Library
Adults
Capitol Hill Library
Bethany Library Choctaw Library
Feb. 4-28, All Day
BIPOC Book Club: "The Water Dancer" by Ta-Nehisi Coates*
Feb. 20 at 6 p.m.
Take Home Kit: Black History Month Knowledge Quizzes* Kids, Teens, Adults Feb. 1-28, All Day
Ralph Ellison Library
Black History Month Scavenger Hunt Kids, Teens Feb. 1-28, All Day
Ralph Ellison Library
Scavenger Hunt: Black History Inventions*
All Ages Feb. 1-28, All Day
Ralph Ellison Library
African American Inventor Exhibit by Phil Tolbert*
All Ages Feb. 1-28, All Day
Ralph Ellison Library
Ice Cream Man, Ice Cream Man: Celebrating Augustus Jackson*
Kids Feb. 6 at 1:30 p.m.
Ralph Ellison Library
Black History Heroes: A Jeopardy Adventure for Young Learners*
Kids, Teens Feb. 17 at 6:30 p.m.
Ralph Ellison Library
Metropolitan Library Commission Meeting
Adults Feb. 20 at 3:30 p.m.
Ralph Ellison Library
Artsy Fartsy Club: Georgia O'Keeffe
Teens Feb. 6 at 3:15pm Choctaw Library
Black History Timeline Take-Home Kit
Adults Feb. 11 at 9 a.m.
The Village Library
Tinkerer Tuesday: Black History Month*
Adults
Del City Library
Feb. 18 at 6:30 p.m.
Celebrating Black History Family Fun Kit*
All Ages Feb. 4, All Day
Wright Library
* Registration required
february events
Almonte Library
Homework Help
Kids, Teens Feb. 3 and 17 at 4 p.m.
Introductory English as a Second Language Classes, Zoom (ESL)
• Get book recommendations to complete your Winter Reading Bingo
• Connect with local book clubs and readers
• Enter to win reading prizes
Celebrate being in your reading era! This extravaganza for readers will feature book displays, swag and giveaways, bookish crafts, drawings for prizes, activities for kids, and more.
Bring the whole family or just yourself, fill your TBR (“to be read”) list, grab a hot cocoa, and meet others in our community of readers.
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