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1. 06_27_2012_0.pdf

   application/pdf attached to: Summer Reading 2012

   11/09/2012 - 09:06

2. OUT-Hobbit 11 x 17.pdf

   application/pdf attached to: The Hobbit - Events for Teens

   11/12/2012 - 13:38

3. Perpetual Motion 11 x 17.pdf

   application/pdf attached to: Perpetual Motion Modern Dance

   11/12/2012 - 14:12

4. Neighborhood Arts 2012 poster 11 x 17[1].pdf

   application/pdf attached to: Neighborhood Arts July 2012

   11/12/2012 - 14:18

5. Genticorum 11X17[1].pdf

   application/pdf attached to: Genticorum "Traditional Music & Songs from Quebec"

   11/12/2012 - 14:49

6. Literacy Referal Service 11X17.pdf

   application/pdf attached to: Literacy Referrel Service

   11/12/2012 - 15:43

7. The Volunteer Measuring Stick.pdf

   application/pdf attached to: OKDHS Volunteerism pre-Conference 2012

   11/20/2012 - 10:42

8. Light Up the Night: Science Museum

   Science in the dark! The interests of group of CH teens were illuminated as they unlocked the mystery behind the intriguing glow of chemiluminescence and kindled the inner artist with a colorful palette of light. ...

   08/02/2012 - 08:58 - 0 comments

9. New Neighborhood Arts Schedule

   With the addition of a new library on the Northwest Corner of Oklahoma County, a new Neighborhood Arts Schedule had to be conceived. It was the perfect opportunity to include all library locations in one schedule. Prior to this time the extensions ...

   08/10/2012 - 10:23 - 0 comments

10. Architect Selected for Jones Library

    The architectural selection committee selected Studio Architects for the Jones Library Project and submitted their name to the Town of Jones Council for approval. The town council approved Studio at their meeting on September 4, 2012. New ...

    09/18/2012 - 08:16 - 0 comments

11. New Read Ya’ll posters to be unveiled

    This year’s edition of the famous Read Ya’ll posters feature University of Oklahoma football coach, Bob Stoops, and Oklahoma State University football coach, Mike Gundy. One of posters features the two coaches together and there is a separate ...

    09/18/2012 - 08:18 - 0 comments

12. Vote for new Del City Library

    Del City voters decided August 28 to renew a 1.5 percent sales tax that will be used for construction and upgrades on municipal buildings and parks, which includes building "a new library at a site to be determined." ...

    09/18/2012 - 08:32 - 0 comments

13. Playaways

    Electronic audio device Playaway proves popular at Oklahoma City libraries  article in the Sept 15, 2012 Oklahoman. ...

    09/21/2012 - 12:17 - 0 comments

14. Northwest Public Art Installed

    The beautiful, whimsical pieces by California artist Solomon Bassoff of Faducci Studio were installed. The drive up book drop area has a wonderful piece of “America’s first cowgirl” from Oklahoma, Lucille Mulhall and her dog Wally. The other ...

    09/21/2012 - 12:20 - 0 comments

15. Fiesta De Las Americas

    Capitol Hill Library operated a booth during Fiesta De Las Americas and highlighted services available to the community by passing out brochures, book marks, pencils, and more. ...

    10/25/2012 - 13:50 - 0 comments

16. Additional computers at Southern Oaks Library

    Twelve additional computer were added in the main area and six in the teen area with their own sign-up. This has reduced the waiting times tremendously. Within an hour of opening at the newly remodeled library, all computers were being used! ...

    11/02/2012 - 11:15 - 0 comments

17. Enhanced annual, audited Financial Statements

    The audited Financial Statements were expanded this year (year ending June 30,2012) to include two years data instead of only one. Also, the separate audit for the Flexible Spending Plan was absorbed into the main financial audit, resulting in a ...

    11/06/2012 - 11:12 - 0 comments

18. Additional year of information included on monthly Commission financial statements.

    The monthly financial statements that are given to the commission were enhanced with the addition of last year's results. This gives the readers of the statements two years data, thereby offering insight into how the results have changed year ...

    11/06/2012 - 11:16 - 0 comments

19. Continual updating of www.metrolibrary.org for customers

    Date:  2012/July Location:  Planning Services Strategic Plan Reponse/Goals:  Ensure a Welcoming Experience: Visitors easily navigate our inviting physical and virtual spaces. ...

    11/09/2012 - 09:00 - 0 comments

20. Self-Check Stations in Libraries

    Date:  2012/July Location:  Information Technology Strategic Plan Reponse/Goals:  Ensure a Welcoming Experience: Visitors easily navigate our inviting physical and virtual spaces. ...

    11/09/2012 - 09:04 - 0 comments

21. Summer Reading 2012

    June 2012 - The Summer Reading program for 2012 continues to increase participation with 3,643 Early Childhood participants, 11,387 Children participants, and 2,937 Teen participants for a total of 17,967 total signups to date. ...

    11/09/2012 - 09:06 - 0 comments

22. Search Engine Links added to Public Computer Homescreen

    Allows customers to have quick access to search engines with ease. ...

    11/09/2012 - 09:08 - 0 comments

23. MLS Moving to a New ILS System

    Date:  2012/July Location:  Information Technology Strategic Plan Reponse/Goals:  Ensure a Welcoming Experience: Visitors easily navigate our inviting physical and virtual spaces. ...

    11/09/2012 - 09:12 - 0 comments

24. Neighborhood Arts July 2012

    Because of the addition of a new Northwest Library, Neighborhood Arts was expanded to include all libraries and extensions. In the past the Extension libraries had their own tour. With the opening of the new location, it gave us the opportunity to ...

    11/12/2012 - 14:18 - 0 comments

25. 10th. Annual Winter Readfest 2013

    Reading program for adults in Jan. and Feb. 2013. Read three books and get a drawing slip for a chance at winning a prize. An eReader, an iPod for audio books, locally owned restaurants, memberships to the Zoo, History Center, Western Heritage ...

    11/12/2012 - 16:04 - 0 comments

26. Second Library in Edmond

    One of the goals in the 2012-2013 Edmond City Council Strategic Plan is "Explore full service second library." http://issuu.com/cityofedmond/docs/12-13_strategic_plan ...

    11/15/2012 - 12:11 - 0 comments

27. OKDHS Volunteerism pre-Conference 2012

    Library Staff who oversee volunteers participated in a pre-conference event outlining the goals and outcome measurement plan for successful growth and supervision of library volunteers in 2012-2013. ...

    11/20/2012 - 16:46 - 0 comments

28. Northwest Library public art

    The Development Office facilitated the process of selecting an artist to create works of public art for the Northwest Library. After an extensive selection process during which the public art committee evaluated 49 proposals from artists from ...

    11/21/2012 - 09:19 - 0 comments

29. Metrolibrary Art website

    The Development Office is assisting in the creation of the “Metrolibrary Art” website which will allow customers to view images and information about the many significant works of art in libraries across the system. The website will launch early ...

    11/21/2012 - 10:05 - 0 comments

30. Reference desk remodeled

    Capitol Hill Library renovated the Reference Desk to be more inviting and provide more accessibility to librarians. In addition, space was made for the Public Computer Specialist, allowing room for customer interaction for computer help. ...

    11/27/2012 - 13:31 - 0 comments

31. OLA Information Matrix Camp tours the NW Library

    http://www.oklibs.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=230 ...

    11/28/2012 - 09:55 - 0 comments

32. Northwest Library Highlighted in Library Journal

    The Northwest Library was highlighted in the Library Journal article: Year in Architecture 2012: Spaces To Grow. Click here for more information: http://lj.libraryjournal.com/2012/11/buildings/year-in-architecture-2012... ...

    12/04/2012 - 10:37 - 0 comments

33. College Prep Series with Local Universities

    In September 2012 information was presented on choosing the right school, homeschooling and scholarships, grants and loans on three different weeks. ...

    01/10/2013 - 14:49 - 0 comments

34. BI staff member on Sequoyah Committee

    YA librarian is a member of the state committee. ...

    01/10/2013 - 15:07 - 0 comments

35. Jim Garling Performs

    Cowboy Jim Garling sang songs and told stories from the trail for family members of all ages. ...

    01/10/2013 - 15:25 - 0 comments

36. Share Your Story Project

    System-wide project initiated by DVS where members of the public are video-interviewed as to how the MLS has impacted their life. ...

    04/08/2013 - 10:49 - 0 comments

37. Development Import Software

    New Development Import Software, partially underwritten by the Friends of the Library, will assist staff, volunteers, and the public utilize online forms more effectively. ...

    04/08/2013 - 10:49 - 0 comments

38. New databases added FY13

    Newsbank African American Newspapers 1827-1998, Oxford Benezit Dictionary of Artists, Statistical Abstract of the United States, Culturegrams, National Geographic 1995-current, National Geographic Kids, National Geographic People, Animal, World, S ...

    07/02/2013 - 11:43 - 0 comments

39. 2013 FOCUS! Staff Development Day

    Approximately 400 of our library staff members participated in our annual staff development day entitled "FOCUS!" held on October 14th at the Sheraton Reed Conference Center in Midwest City, OK. Dr. R. Murali Krishna from the James L. ...

    10/16/2013 - 12:28 - 0 comments

40. Study Rooms

    The Downtown Library has 5 study rooms that are used extensively by library customers. Throughout each day customers come to the 2nd floor of the library and request rooms for private study or small group meetings. ...

    10/16/2013 - 12:38 - 0 comments

41. Working with Sensory Sensitive Children Training

    Provided a training session for MLS staff on how to recognize and adapt library services and programs to meet the sensory sensitivities of children and families we serve. Session was conducted by two local experts in the field of child development ...

    10/16/2013 - 12:44 - 0 comments

42. HealthCare.gov Training

    Staff participated in a webinar session on the new HealthCare.gov website conducted by a trainer from the National Institute of Health South Central Regional Office. HealthCare.gov is the website where the public will go begining October 1, 2013 ...

    10/16/2013 - 12:52 - 0 comments

43. PlayAway Views Etc.

    The Downtown Library highlighted our new Playaway Views during a recent visit by Positive Tomorrows, a local organization that reaches out to disadvantaged youth. They were impressed with the collection, and many of the items in the collection ...

    10/16/2013 - 12:55 - 0 comments

44. Managerial and Leadership Staff Training

    The library system continues its membership in the Central Oklahoma Municipal Alliance with Strategic Government Resources. Participation includes free attendance for our employees in monthly training sessions (2 per month) on a variety of ...

    10/16/2013 - 13:01 - 0 comments

45. Customer Appreciation Month

    Libraries throughout the Metropolitan Library System celebrated Customer Appreciation month this year by saying ...

    10/16/2013 - 13:43 - 0 comments

46. MLS at September Fest

    For the 16th consecutive year, the MLS Outreach Department (and other MLS’ers) were present at the annual September Fest held on the grounds of the Governor’s Mansion. Gov. Mary Fallin read books to children at our storytelling area. Spoticus was ...

    09/18/2012 - 08:16 - 0 comments

47. MLS recognized at OKC public schools board meeting

    The Metropolitan Library System (MLS) has long partnered with local school districts in an effort to assist parents in becoming the first and best teacher for their children through story time. Through the visionary leadership of Director Dana ...

    09/18/2012 - 08:22 - 0 comments

48. The Hobbit - Events for Teens

    Twelve libraries hosted teen programs-- coordinated by the Outreach Department-- related to the Hobbit to celebrate the movie release of the classic novel. Programs included scavenger hunts, Hobbit parties, movie marathons, book clubs, and art ...

    11/12/2012 - 13:38 - 0 comments

49. Perpetual Motion Modern Dance

    This was the first time we have ever presented modern dance in our libaries. The customer turnout was more than we imagined it would be. We served over 600 customers in 8 locations. Some of the comments from our customers were: ...

    11/12/2012 - 14:12 - 0 comments

50. Genticorum "Traditional Music & Songs from Quebec"

    The Our World tour for this November was Genticorum "Traditional Music & Songs from Quebec". Genticorum was at 10 libraries. These three young men are keeping the traditions of their country through music and song. Our customers were ...

    11/12/2012 - 14:49 - 0 comments

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