Miami Public Library️ 17 hours ago

Don't forget to join this month's Adult Reading Challenge: This November, practice an attitude of gratitude! Log your reading throughout the month to earn prizes. The challenge will be completed after logging 600 minutes. All reading counts! Register on the Beanstack app or at the library. #NovemberReadingChallenge #Beanstack #MoreThanYourGrandmasLibrary

Miami Public Library️ 1 day ago

🌟Celebrating Native American Heritage Month: Spotlight on Modoc Nation🌟 We are proud to highlight the resilient and resourceful Modoc Nation, originally known as Captain Jack’s Band of Modoc Indians. 🌟A Journey Through History The Modoc people's ancestral lands extended over 5,000 square miles along the California-Oregon border, with a history spanning over 14,000 years. They thrived as skilled hunters, fishermen, and gatherers until the arrival of European settlers in the early 19th century, which led to increased land demand and attempts to displace the Modoc, exacerbated by the 1849 Gold Rush. In response to violence and disease caused by settlers, the Modoc sought peace in Yreka and negotiated the Valentine’s Day Treaty of 1864, allowing them to maintain their homelands while coexisting with settlers. However, this treaty was rejected, leading to the Treaty of Council Grove in 1864, which forced the Modoc and other tribes onto a joint reservation. Life on the reservation was harsh, prompting Captain Jack to lead a return to their homeland, resulting in the Modoc War against U.S. forces. The conflict lasted eight months, causing significant casualties on both sides. After the war, Captain Jack and five warriors were tried for war crimes, leading to Captain Jack's execution and the transportation to a reservation. On October 12, 1873, a group of 155 Modoc people—comprising 42 men, 59 women, and 54 children—were loaded onto 27 wagons and set off from Fort Klamath, Oregon. Initially to Yreka, California, followed by Redding, California, and then headed to Fort D.A. Russell in the Wyoming Territory. Due to upcoming military campaigns, Modoc prisoners were redirected from Fort D.A. Russell to Fort McPherson, Nebraska, arriving on October 29th. Captain Hasbrouck transferred them to Captain Melville C. Wilkinson, who oversaw their relocation. The Modoc were then placed on an island in the Platte River, where they set up camp to hunt and fish. Their harrowing journey spanned 2,000 miles and involved an uncomfortable early winter ride in railroad cars meant for transporting cattle. This arduous trek concluded on November 16, 1873, when 153 Modoc men, women, and children arrived in Baxter Springs, Kansas, weary and famished. The Modoc faced severe hardships, including high mortality rates due to neglect. Despite challenges, they adapted by finding work and engaging in agriculture. They prioritized education, with children attending a nearby boarding school and adults learning literacy. The Modoc became active in the church established for them, the Society of Friends, and converted to Quaker faith by 1881. In 1891, the Society of Friends acquired a building and relocated near Modoc Cemetery, adding living quarters for the missionary's family. Sunday services and Wednesday night prayer meetings were held until the last worship meeting in fall 1978. Following the Act of March 3, 1909, the U.S. government permitted 29 Modoc Indians to return to Oregon, while most remained in Oklahoma, where their culture faced suppression. Federal supervision ended in 1954, and the Modoc established a non-federally recognized government, with Bert Hayman as the first chairman. 🌟Leadership Despite many challenges, the Modoc Nation persevered, eventually gaining federal recognition in Oklahoma in 1978, under the leadership of Chief Bill G. Follis. His leadership from 1973 to 2022 was instrumental in re-establishing a tribal land base and initiating numerous economic programs. In 2022, the Modoc Nation elected Robert Burkybile as their new Chief, continuing the legacy of strong leadership and community development. To discover more about their rich history and ongoing initiatives, visit their website: https://modocnation.com/ Join us in celebrating the Modoc Nation's enduring legacy and contributions to our shared history this month and beyond! #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #ModocNation #Heritage #TribalHistory #OklahomaHistory #USHistory #MiamiPublicLibrary #MoreThanYourGrandmasLibrary

Miami Public Library️ 2 days ago

Join us TONIGHT at Miami Public Library for an exciting discussion about the book "Killing Orders" by Sara Paretsky. 🗓 Date: Thursday, November 14, 2024 ⏰ Time: 6 PM 📍 Location: Miami Public Library, 200 N Main St, Miami, OK Our discussion will be led by the Oklahoma Scholar, Dr. Emily Dial-Driver, who will guide us through the twists and turns of this thrilling novel. This event is part of our "Private Investigations: Hard-Boiled & Soft-Hearted Heroes" series from Let's Talk About It, and it's sure to spark engaging conversations and new insights. 📖 "Books, services, and other materials for this series are provided by Let’s Talk About It, a project of Oklahoma Humanities. Generous funding and support for this series was provided by the Kirkpatrick Family Fund and Oklahoma City University. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in these programs do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities or Oklahoma Humanities." Bring your curiosity, your love for mysteries, and maybe even a friend or two! We can’t wait to see you there! 📚💬✨ #BookDiscussion #SaraParetsky #KillingOrders #MysteryLovers #LetsTalkAboutIt #OklahomaHumanities #MoreThanYourGrandmasLibrary