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6th Annual Holiday Cookie Contest
Welcome Bakers to the 6th Annual Cookie Contest!
This delicious contest consists of 3 categories:
- Chocolate Chip
- Sugar Cookie
- Open Class (All other traditional, nontraditional, and family favorite cookies)
Submissions will be accepted starting at 11AM and must be turned in by 12PM December 14th. Judging will start promptly at 12PM.
Awards will be given out after judging has been calculated, including Judges Favorite.
Email Mr. Jacob at jbeach@cityofguthrie.com for questions and more info
7th Annual Cheesecake Contest
It is National Cheesecake Day on July 30! To celebrate we are holding our annual contest on Saturday, July 20, at 11am.
To enter all that is need to do is show up with a homemade cheesecake the day of the event! Judging will begin at 11:15am. Cheesecakes are judged on presentation, texture, and taste. Prizes to the top three cheesecakes! Looking forward to seeing you!
Summer Reading Volunteer Drive 2024
The search for our 2024 Summer Reading Volunteers has begun! The volunteers will mainly be focused on the Summer Reading Challenge and Summer Reading Events. If you are 12 or older and are interested please fill out the application below and return it to the library. There are applications at the library for use.
If you are over 18, you will need to complete a background check. Looking forward to working with you!
Crowns Tea 2024
The Crowns Tea is on Saturday, February 24, from 1-3pm. The Guthrie Public Library will host our 8th, The Crowns Tea. This event is based on the book “Crowns: Portraits of Black Women in Church Hats” by Michael Cunningham and Craig Marberry. This year’s theme is “A Crown Can Change it All.” Attendees will partake of drinks, hors d’oeuvres and entertainment. All attendees must wear a hat (church hat is preferred). To attend, register at the library or call 405-282-0050.
This is Thick Descriptions Event
This event is funded by the Oklahoma Humanities
2024 Friends of the Library Book Sale
Annual meeting of the Friends of the Guthrie Public Library is Friday, February 2, 2024 at 7pm. Members presale to follow.
The public sale will be on Saturday, February 3, 2024 from 8am to 5pm.
The sale is located at: First United Presbyterian Church, 102 E Noble, Guthrie, OK 73044 in the Fellowship Hall.
Volunteers needed to set up for sale, Friday at 10am and to clean up, Saturday at 4pm. Call the Guthrie Public Library for more information at 405-282-0050.
2023 Cookie Contest
Welcome Bakers to the 5th Annual Cookie Contest!
This delicious contest consists of 3 categories:
- Chocolate Chip
- Sugar Cookie
- Open Class (All other traditional, nontraditional, and family favorite cookies)
Submissions will be accepted starting at 11AM and must be turned in by 12PM December 9th. Judging will start promptly at 12PM. There will be 8 judges, to serve as a head count for cookies to bring, we are sure there will be volunteers to see to any extra cookies.
Awards will be given out after judging has been calculated, including Judges Favorite.
Email Miss Kris at kkutay@cityofguthrie.com for questions and more info
6th Annual Chili Cook-off
On Thursday, December 7 at 6pm the 6th Annual Chili Cook-off begins!
Here is what you need to know:
- Entries are signed up the night of the event.
- There will be judging for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, most spicy, and judges favorite.
- You will be allowed to taste the competition so bring enough to share!
Halloween Costume Swap
Re-Spook, Re-Scare, Re-Wear!
On Thursday, September 28, from 1PM – 7PM, Bring in your gently used costumes (sizes newborn to adult). For each costume donated you will receive a swap ticket that you can exchange for a “New to You” costume. Donations do not guarantee finding a costume. 7 – 8PM, free for all, first come first serve.
There will be a special decorations area for those that wish to swap decorations.
Email Miss Kris for more info at kkutay@cityofguthrie.com
6th Annual Cheesecake Contest
It is National Cheesecake Day on July 30! To celebrate we are holding our annual contest on Saturday, July 29, at 11am. To enter all that is need to do is show up with a homemade cheesecake the day of the event! Judging will begin at 11:15am. Cheesecakes are judged on presentation, texture, and taste. Prizes to the top three cheesecakes! Looking forward to seeing you!
Summer Volunteer Drive 2023
We are looking for volunteers for our Summer Reading Challenge and Summer Reading Events. If you are 12 or older and are interested please fill out the application below and return it to the library or visit the front desk of the library to fill one out.
If you are over 18, you will need to complete a background check. Thank you!