A special happy birthday to my older son, John Denny Montgomery III.

John Denny celebrates his birthday Wednesday, July 22.

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A special happy birthday goes out to my older brother, Richard T. Evans of Tulsa.

Richard celebrates his birthday Thursday, July 23.

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Happy birthday to Sherry McCray, Danny Arnold, Kayla Ray Berger, Tim Wilson, Arveda Rollins, Amanda Ewing, Chuck Montgomery, Hannah Bayless, Marcela Auz, Mazy Murray-Konrade, Alejandro Copean, Dawn Howard, Samantha Ardery, Grant DiRienzo, J.E. Shea, Courtney Troyano, Jacob Wright, Kristina Danielle Chavez, Nathaniel Chavez and Maria Estrada.

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The Purcell Public Library will present the “Mixed Media Geode Drawings” with the Oklahoma Museum of Art on Thursday, July 16, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the meeting room of the library.

Inspired by the beauty of prehistoric geode formations, participants will create a one-of a-kind geode-inspired artwork using drawing and mixed media techniques.

Once complete, each geode drawing will be carefully cut out and mounted to a solid background, resulting in a finished piece that highlights pattern, color, and texture.

The program is for teens ages 12-17 and registration is required.

For more information call 405-527-5546 or register online at pioneerlibrarysystem.org.

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The Purcell Public Library will present the “Early Explorers” Saturday, July 18, from 10-11 a.m. in the meeting room of the library.

During this play time, children are encouraged to embrace their curiosity through exploring various stations with their peers. This self-guided, play based learning experience will help prepare your child for successful interactions and learning at school.

Grownups will be encouraged to play through each station with their child to support interaction and learning with others.

The program is for children through age 5.

For more information call 405-527-5546.

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The Purcell Public Library will present the “Dinosaur Adventure: Magic Show” Tuesday, July 21, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in the meeting room of the library.

Step back in time for a prehistoric adventure filled with laughter, magic, and audience participation! This brand-new show blends hilarious moments with jaw-dropping illusions.

Children and families alike will roar with delight as they help the magician uncover the secrets of the dinosaurs in this fast-paced, interactive performance that makes learning about the past magical.

The program is for children from age 5-11 and registration is required.

For more information call 405-527-5546 or register online at pioneerlibrarysystem.org.

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The Purcell Public Library will present the “Impact Engineering: Outsmarting Dinosaurs” with Science Museum Oklahoma Wednesday, July 22, from 2-2:45 p.m. in the meeting room of the library.

Think you could survive the Mesozoic era? In this hands-on engineering challenge, teens design and build protective gear, structures, or shields that could withstand a dinosaur strike, then put their creations to the test.

Along the way, we’ll explore how real predators attacked and how prey defended themselves. It’s part science, part strategy, and all out survival.

The program is for teens  ages 12-17 and registration is required.

For more information call 405-527-5546 or register online at pioneerlibrarysystem.org.

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The Purcell Public Library will present “The Dino-Drum Adventure” with the SMARTIPOPS Friday, July 24, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. at the Purcell Multi-Purpose Center Indoor Gym, 1400 Chandler Road.

Join Captain Coconut and Candy Sparkles as they teach us about Puerto Rican history, the Coquí frog, and the legend of the Dino-drum through storytelling, live music, and the chance to learn some original Salsa steps. Get ready to sing, dance, and create unforgettable musical memories together..

The program is for children through age 11 and registration is required.

For more information call 405-527-5546 or register online at pioneerlibrarysystem.org.

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Here’s a really good dessert!

Country Dove Lemon Jell-O

2 small lemon Jell-O

1 large can pears, drained and reserved

8 oz. cream cheese

12 oz. Cool Whip

Heat reserved pear juice. In the blender, mix the hot juice and Jell-O. Add all other ingredients until smooth. 

Spread in a dish and chill until set. Cut and serve in squares.