Happy birthday to John Grady Gamble, Tony Christian, Leonard Bryen, Jeremiah Berger, Hannah Gulledge, Scott Stephens, Pam Beller, Sheri Enox, Alison Wells, Sondra Richards, Kenslee McKiddy Sukenis, Rowan Ardery, Daniel Chavez, Tanner Clouse, Tony DiRienzo, Eduardo Reyes, Erika Romero, Regina Hayes, Kelly Lambdin, Brian Luna, Teresa Jones, Marisol Franco and Collin Andrews.

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The Purcell Public Library will present “Connection Corner: Coffee with Your Community” Friday, July 10, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. in the meeting room of the library.

Enjoy free coffee and pastries from local business Sassy Sifter and take the opportunity to chat with fellow members of your community!

Coffee and food will be provided on a first come, first serve basis.

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

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The Purcell Public Library will present “Misunderstood, Not Mean: Skunks, Coyotes and Other Wild Neighbors” with Wildcare Oklahoma on Tuesday, July 14, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in the meeting room of the library.

This program focuses on animals that often receive a bad reputation. Children explore why certain animals—like skunks, coyotes, bobcats, snakes, bats, and others—are often feared, disliked, or misunderstood.

Through games, stories, and hands-on activities, kids replace fear with facts, empathy, and curiosity, learning the truth behind the myths, discovering how these animals help ecosystems, and gaining tools for safe, respectful coexistence.

The program is for children five to 11 and registration is required. Caregivers and their children need to register.

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 “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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I made these onions recently and they were awesome!

Tennessee Onions

2-3 whole Vidalia onions or any sweet onion will do

4 TBL unsalted butter

Garlic salt to taste

Pepper to taste

1 cup sharp cheddar cheese

1 cup mozzarella Cheese

1/2 cup Parmesan cheese

Fresh oregano or other herbs for garnish

Using non-stick cooking spray, prepare a 9x13 baking dish.

Heat over to 350°.

Slice the Vidalia onions in 1/4 to 1/2 inch slices and separate the rings. Lay the rings in the prepared baking dish.

Sprinkle the onion rings with garlic salt (about 1 tsp.), pepper (about 1/2 tsp.).

Cut the butter into pats and place around the dish on top of the onions. 

Spread the cheddar and mozzarella cheeses on top of the onions and then top with the grated Parmesan cheese.

Bake uncovered for 30 minutes or until bubbly and the cheese has started to brown.