The Board of Trustees is the governing body of the Pioneer Library System with each city and county of the three-county service area represented. The Board meets monthly, rotating around the service area.
Board of Trustees

Representing the diverse needs of the PLS communities to help the library best serve our communities.
Board of Trustees

Deborah Humphrey
Title: Chair
Represents: Tecumseh
Deborah Humphrey was raised in Tecumseh and graduated from Tecumseh High School in 1973. She has a...

Kristi Johnson
Title: Vice Chair
Represents: Blanchard
Kristi Johnson received her undergraduate degree from the University of Minnesota and law degree from William...

Goldie West
Title: Treasurer
Represents: Cleveland County
Goldie West has been a resident of South Oklahoma City and Moore since early childhood with brief interruptions...

Leesa Adams
Represents: Pottawatomie County
Leesa is a retired educator. She was in the elementary classroom for 38 years and a graduated from OBU in 1978. ...

Gwynndallynn Barrow
Represents: Moore
Gwynn graduated from UCO with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting in 2010. She spent time working at BancFirst,...

Christine Broselow
Represents: Noble
Christine Broselow is a proud lifelong supporter of public education and libraries, with deep roots in Noble,...

Melissa Capps
Represents: McLoud
Melissa Capps is the Director of the Performance Audit Division at the Oklahoma State Auditor and Inspectors...

Trae Carson
Represents: Norman
Trae Carson was raised and lives in Norman. He is co-owner of 405 Brewing Co.

Teresa Crook
Represents: Newcastle
Teresa has been teaching elementary education for 20 years and privately with children with dyslexia since 2014....

Ryan Grider
Represents: Shawnee
Ryan Grider was born and raised in Shawnee, Oklahoma, and has been an avid fan of literature and the arts from a...

Mandy Haws
Represents: McClain County
Mandy Haws is the Vice President and General Manager of Sooner Bowling Center in Norman as well as founding...

Faith Martin
Represents: Purcell
Faith serves as the Director of N.E.W. Leadership and Civic Engagement at the University of Oklahoma, where she...

David Ruyle
Represents: Southwest OKC
David worked for OG&E for 43 years before retiring and spending time with his five granddaughters. He has...
Upcoming Board Meetings
View Full CalendarRhythm Babies (0-18 months)
Date: August 29, 2025
Location: Norman East
Join us with your little one to enjoy simple stories,...
Learn MoreDesign. Innovate. Discover (ages 6-11): Minecraft
Date: August 29, 2025
Location: Newcastle
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Learn MoreCreativity Unleashed: Graphic Novel Decoupage
Date: August 29, 2025
Location: Moore
We all have an inner artist. Join us in discovering...
Learn MoreConnection Corner: Canasta Club
Date: September 1, 2025
Location: Newcastle
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Learn MoreGet Moving with Tai Chi for Better Balance
Date: September 2, 2025
Location: Purcell
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Learn MoreCreativity Unleashed: Open Art Space
Date: September 2, 2025
Location: Southwest OKC
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Learn MoreConnection Corner: Savannah House II Outreach
Date: September 2, 2025
Location: Norman West
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Learn MoreFamily Story Time (All Ages)
Date: September 2, 2025
Location: Norman West
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Learn MoreGet Moving with Chair Yoga
Date: September 2, 2025
Location: Noble
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Learn MoreRhythm Babies (0-18 months)
Date: September 2, 2025
Location: Southwest OKC
Join us with your little one to enjoy simple stories,...
Learn MorePreschool Storytime (3-5 years)
Date: September 2, 2025
Location: Moore
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Learn MoreHealthier You: Matter of Balance
Date: September 2, 2025
Location: Newcastle
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Learn MoreConnection Corner: 2025 Community Pride Quilt
Date: September 2, 2025
Location: Southwest OKC
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Learn MoreConnection Corner (10-13): Laser Engraved Tumblers
Date: September 2, 2025
Location: Moore
Join us as we come together to engrave tumblers and...
Learn MoreCreativity Unleashed: Sweater Knitalong
Date: September 2, 2025
Location: Library Lab
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Learn MoreGet Moving with Tai Chi for Better Balance
Date: September 2, 2025
Location: Purcell
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Learn MoreCreativity Unleashed: Moore Photography Club
Date: September 2, 2025
Location: Moore
We all have an inner artist. Join us in discovering...
Learn MoreBook Discussion: Northanger Abbey
Date: September 2, 2025
Location: Norman West
Whether you’re new to book discussions or a...
Learn MoreStory Time at South Rock Creek Elementary School
Date: September 3, 2025
Location: Shawnee
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Learn MoreFamily Story Time (All Ages)
Date: September 3, 2025
Location: Noble
Join us as we share books, tell stories, and sing...
Learn MoreFamily Story Time (All Ages)
Date: September 3, 2025
Location: Newcastle
Join us as we share books, tell stories, and sing...
Learn MorePreschool Story Time (3-5 years)
Date: September 3, 2025
Location: Norman East
Join us with your preschooler for a story time filled...
Learn MoreLa Petite Story Time
Date: September 3, 2025
Location: Norman West
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Learn MoreRhythm Babies (0-24 months)
Date: September 3, 2025
Location: Moore
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Learn MoreGet Moving with SAIL
Date: September 3, 2025
Location: Southwest OKC
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Learn MoreLand That Job: Drop-In Resume Help
Date: September 3, 2025
Location: Moore
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Learn MoreEarly Explorers
Date: September 3, 2025
Location: Newcastle
During this come and go play time, children are...
Learn MoreConnection Corner: Dungeons & Dragons (ages 8-11)
Date: September 3, 2025
Location: Moore
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Learn MoreBehind the Story: Author Talk with Hannah Nicole Maehrer
Date: September 3, 2025
Location: Pioneer Library System Administration
Embrace your dark side (and your best evil laugh) and...
Learn MoreLearn It! Sewing Machines
Date: September 3, 2025
Location: Southwest OKC
Strengthen your sewing machine skills. This program...
Learn MoreLearn It! Microsoft Excel – Data Entry and Formatting
Date: September 4, 2025
Location: Pioneer Library System Administration
This session introduces beginners to the basics of...
Learn MoreBilingual Story Time
Date: September 4, 2025
Location: Shawnee
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Learn MoreRegency Skilled Nursing and Therapy Outreach
Date: September 4, 2025
Location: Shawnee
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Learn MoreGet Moving with (All Levels) Yoga
Date: September 4, 2025
Location: Blanchard
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Learn MoreOutreach Story Time Blanchard
Date: September 4, 2025
Location: Blanchard
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Learn MoreGet Moving with Chair Yoga
Date: September 4, 2025
Location: Noble
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Learn MorePreschool Story Time (3-5 years)
Date: September 4, 2025
Location: Southwest OKC
Join us with your preschooler for a story time filled...
Learn MoreMusic Connection
Date: September 4, 2025
Location: Moore
Music Connection is an interactive music and story...
Learn MoreConnection Corner: Coffee and Craft
Date: September 4, 2025
Location: Norman East
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Learn MoreBook Discussion with the Shawnee Public Library
Date: September 4, 2025
Location: Shawnee
Whether you’re new to book discussions or a...
Learn MoreGet Moving with Taekwondo for All Ages
Date: September 4, 2025
Location: Noble
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Learn MoreBook Discussion at McLoud: Chapter Chatter
Date: September 4, 2025
Location: McLoud
Download our PLS Connect app for quick and easy access...
Learn MoreSTEAM Kids: LEGO Bricks Club
Date: September 4, 2025
Location: Shawnee
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Learn MoreSTEAM Kids (8-11): Vinyl Stickers
Date: September 4, 2025
Location: Moore
Did you know, almost everything we use connects back...
Learn MoreEvening Book Discussion: Mother-Daughter Murder Night
Date: September 4, 2025
Location: Shawnee
Whether you're new to book discussions or a regular,...
Learn MoreConnection Corner: DnD Adventure Club
Date: September 4, 2025
Location: Southwest OKC
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Learn MoreConnection Corner: Chess Club
Date: September 4, 2025
Location: Library Lab
Join us as we come together to play chess and get to...
Learn MoreGet Moving with Tai Chi
Date: September 4, 2025
Location: Norman West
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Learn MoreOutreach: Newcastle Elementary 1st Friday
Date: September 5, 2025
Location: Newcastle
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Learn MoreOutreach: Little Hands Read2Me
Date: September 5, 2025
Location: Library Lab
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Learn MoreConnection Corner: Coffee with Your Community
Date: September 5, 2025
Location: Purcell
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Learn MoreRhythm Babies (0-18 months)
Date: September 5, 2025
Location: Norman East
Join us with your little one to enjoy simple stories,...
Learn MoreShawnee Community Center BINGO
Date: September 5, 2025
Location: Shawnee
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Learn MoreToddler Story Time (1-3 years)
Date: September 5, 2025
Location: Southwest OKC
Join us for a fun and active story time filled with...
Learn MoreOBI Blood Drive
Date: September 5, 2025
Location: Southwest OKC
Did you know that one blood donation can help save the...
Learn MoreDesign. Innovate. Discover (ages 6-11): Minecraft
Date: September 5, 2025
Location: Newcastle
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Learn MoreCreativity Unleashed: DIY Hand-warmers
Date: September 5, 2025
Location: Southwest OKC
Join us on Fridays this fall for programs focused on...
Learn MoreCreativity Unleashed: Teens Sublimate a Pencil Bag
Date: September 5, 2025
Location: Moore
We all have an inner artist. Join us in discovering...
Learn MoreFamily Movie Night! Snow White
Date: September 5, 2025
Location: Norman West
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Learn MoreFirst Saturday STEAM: K'NEX & Lego Bricks
Date: September 6, 2025
Location: Norman West
Join us at the Norman West Library every first...
Learn MoreLet's Get Gardening: Garden Club
Date: September 6, 2025
Location: Blanchard
Whether you're a seasoned grower or just...
Learn MoreFamily Story Time (All Ages)
Date: September 6, 2025
Location: Southwest OKC
Join us for a heartwarming Grandparents' Story...
Learn MoreCreativity Unleashed: Family Art
Date: September 6, 2025
Location: Moore
We all have an inner artist. Join us in discovering...
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