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Board of Trustees

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

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

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Deborah Humphrey

Title: Chair

Represents: Tecumseh

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

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Kristi Johnson

Title: Vice Chair

Represents: Blanchard

Kristi Johnson received her undergraduate degree from the University of Minnesota and law degree from William...

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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...

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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. ...

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Gwynndallynn Barrow

Represents: Moore

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

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Christine Broselow

Represents: Noble

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

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Melissa Capps

Represents: McLoud

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

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Trae Carson

Represents: Norman

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

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Teresa Crook

Represents: Newcastle

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

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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...

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Mandy Haws

Represents: McClain County

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

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Faith Martin

Represents: Purcell

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

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David Ruyle

Represents: Southwest OKC

David worked for OG&E for 43 years before retiring and spending time with his five granddaughters. He has...

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Upcoming Board Meetings

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Family Story Time (All Ages)

Date: August 6, 2025

Location: Newcastle

Join us as we share books, tell stories, and sing...

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Preschool Story Time (3-5 years)

Date: August 6, 2025

Location: Norman East

Join us with your preschooler for a story time filled...

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Family Story Time (All Ages)

Date: August 6, 2025

Location: Noble

Join us as we share books, tell stories, and sing...

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Rhythm Babies (0-24 months)

Date: August 6, 2025

Location: Moore

Join us with your little one to enjoy simple stories,...

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Land That Job: Drop-In Resume Help

Date: August 6, 2025

Location: Moore

Invest in your future and prepare for your next...

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Early Explorers

Date: August 6, 2025

Location: Newcastle

During this come and go play time, children are...

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Get Moving with Beginner SAIL

Date: August 7, 2025

Location: Newcastle

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Rhythm Babies

Date: August 7, 2025

Location: Library Lab

Join us with your little one to enjoy simple stories,...

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Music Connection

Date: August 7, 2025

Location: Moore

Music Connection is an interactive music and story...

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Creativity Unleashed: Tie Dye with Natural Colors

Date: August 7, 2025

Location: Purcell

We all have an inner artist. Join us in discovering...

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Connection Corner: Coffee and Craft

Date: August 7, 2025

Location: Norman East

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Book Discussion with the Shawnee Public Library

Date: August 7, 2025

Location: Shawnee

Whether you’re new to book discussions or a regular,...

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Book Discussion at McLoud: Chapter Chatter

Date: August 7, 2025

Location: McLoud

Whether you're new to book discussions or a regular,...

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STEAM Kids (8-11): Sublimation

Date: August 7, 2025

Location: Moore

Did you know, almost everything we use connects back...

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Life Skills: Babysitting (Ages 10-15)

Date: August 7, 2025

Location: Southwest OKC

Learn basic babysitting skills with the Cleveland...

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Get Moving with Tai Chi

Date: August 7, 2025

Location: Norman West

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Rhythm Babies (0-18 months)

Date: August 8, 2025

Location: Norman East

Join us with your little one to enjoy simple stories,...

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End of Summer Celebration

Date: August 8, 2025

Location: Library Lab

All three Norman libraries are coming together to...

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Design. Innovate. Discover (ages 6-11): Minecraft

Date: August 8, 2025

Location: Newcastle

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Making A Difference: Camp Donor & School Prep

Date: August 9, 2025

Location: Shawnee

Join us as we create positive change in our community...

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Creativity Unleashed: Acrylic Painting for Adults

Date: August 9, 2025

Location: Newcastle

We all have an inner artist. Join us in discovering...

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Making a Difference: Styrofoam Recycling

Date: August 9, 2025

Location: Norman West


Together, we can make a difference....

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Family Story Time (All Ages)

Date: August 9, 2025

Location: Norman West

Join us as we share books, tell stories, and sing...

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Teen Connect: Dungeons and Dragons One-Shot Campaign

Date: August 9, 2025

Location: Noble

Join us as we come together to slay monsters,...

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Connection Corner: Pokémon Playing and Trading

Date: August 9, 2025

Location: Library Lab

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Get Moving with Wicked Dance Class for Kids

Date: August 10, 2025

Location: Norman East

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Toddler Story Time (1-3 years)

Date: August 11, 2025

Location: Norman East

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Get Moving with Beginner Line Dancing

Date: August 11, 2025

Location: Newcastle

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Family Story Time (All Ages)

Date: August 11, 2025

Location: Library Lab

Join us as we share books, tell stories, and sing...

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Family Story Time (All Ages) Blanchard

Date: August 11, 2025

Location: Blanchard

Join us as we share books, tell stories, and sing...

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Connection Corner: Canasta Club

Date: August 11, 2025

Location: Newcastle

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Land That Job: Resume Help

Date: August 11, 2025

Location: Norman West

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Tecumseh Friends of the Library

Date: August 11, 2025

Location: Tecumseh

Join us each month to hear about upcoming library...

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Eat Smart: 5-7

Date: August 11, 2025

Location: Moore

Come and explore a variety of healthy culinary...

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Eat Smart: 8-11

Date: August 11, 2025

Location: Moore

Come and explore a variety of healthy culinary...

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Book Discussion with Norman West

Date: August 12, 2025

Location: Norman West

Whether you’re new to book discussions or a...

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Outreach: Joyful Noise Story Time

Date: August 12, 2025

Location: Newcastle

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Family Story Time (All Ages)

Date: August 12, 2025

Location: Norman West

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Creativity Unleashed: Art Group

Date: August 12, 2025

Location: Southwest OKC

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Get Moving with Beginner SAIL

Date: August 12, 2025

Location: Newcastle

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Preschool Story Time (3-5 years)

Date: August 12, 2025

Location: Moore

Join us with your preschooler for a story time filled...

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Mobile Maker Lab Tour

Date: August 12, 2025

Location: Tecumseh

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Information Investigation: Genealogy Club

Date: August 12, 2025

Location: Southwest OKC

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Connection Corner: 2025 Community Pride Quilt

Date: August 12, 2025

Location: Southwest OKC

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Laser Engraved License Plate Frames

Date: August 12, 2025

Location: Tecumseh

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Book Discussion on The Bookish Life of Nina Hill

Date: August 12, 2025

Location: Noble

Whether you’re new to book discussions or a regular,...

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Creativity Unleashed: Whimsical Storytelling with Zines

Date: August 12, 2025

Location: Norman West

We all have an inner artist. Join us in discovering...

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Pajama Story Time!

Date: August 12, 2025

Location: Library Lab

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Family Story Time (All Ages)

Date: August 13, 2025

Location: Newcastle

Join us as we share books, tell stories, and sing...

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Preschool Story Time (3-5 years)

Date: August 13, 2025

Location: Norman East

Join us with your preschooler for a story time filled...

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Early Explorers

Date: August 13, 2025

Location: Noble

During this come and go play time, children are...

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Family Story Time

Date: August 13, 2025

Location: Purcell

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Rhythm Babies (0-24 months)

Date: August 13, 2025

Location: Moore

Join us with your little one to enjoy simple stories,...

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Book Discussion with Blanchard Book Belles

Date: August 13, 2025

Location: Blanchard

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Mobile Maker Lab Tour

Date: August 13, 2025

Location: Tecumseh

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Toddler Story Time (1-3 years)

Date: August 13, 2025

Location: Newcastle

Join us for a fun and active story time filled with...

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Eat Smart: Let’s Have Lunch Around the World

Date: August 13, 2025

Location: Moore

Come and explore a variety of healthy culinary...

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Mobile Maker Lab Tour

Date: August 14, 2025

Location: Tecumseh

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Get Moving with Beginner SAIL

Date: August 14, 2025

Location: Newcastle

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Rhythm Babies

Date: August 14, 2025

Location: Library Lab

Join us with your little one to enjoy simple stories,...

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Early Explorers

Date: August 14, 2025

Location: Moore

During this come and go play time, children are...

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Lunch and Listen: The Sammy Waganer Trio

Date: August 14, 2025

Location: Norman West

Come out to Norman Public Library West for a...

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Book Discussion with Newcastle Public Library

Date: August 14, 2025

Location: Newcastle

Whether you’re new to book discussions or a regular,...

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Book Discussion Mother Daughter Murder Night

Date: August 14, 2025

Location: Noble

Whether you’re new to book discussions or a regular,...

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Connection Corner: Coffee and Craft

Date: August 14, 2025

Location: Norman East

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STEAM Kids (8-11): Sublimation

Date: August 14, 2025

Location: Moore

Did you know, almost everything we use connects back...

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Get Moving with Tai Chi

Date: August 14, 2025

Location: Norman West

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Book Discussion with Southwest OKC Library

Date: August 14, 2025

Location: Southwest OKC

Whether you’re new to book discussions or a regular,...

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Rhythm Babies (0-18 months)

Date: August 15, 2025

Location: Norman East

Join us with your little one to enjoy simple stories,...

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Mobile Maker Lab Tour

Date: August 15, 2025

Location: Tecumseh

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Homeschool Hub Tour

Date: August 15, 2025

Location: Moore

Join us for a tour of the library and a session on...

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Healthy Brain, Healthy Mind: Friendship Bracelets

Date: August 15, 2025

Location: Library Lab

Take time to take care of yourself. In this program we...

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Fine Art Friday

Date: August 15, 2025

Location: Norman East

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Book Discussion: American Heroes by James Patterson

Date: August 15, 2025

Location: Newcastle

Whether you're new to book discussions or a regular,...

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STEAM Kids Ages 5-11

Date: August 15, 2025

Location: Newcastle

Did you know, almost everything we use connects back...

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Connection Corner: Jigsaw Puzzle Swap

Date: August 15, 2025

Location: Norman West

Join us as we come together during this come and go...

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Design. Innovate. Discover (ages 6-11): Minecraft

Date: August 15, 2025

Location: Newcastle

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