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Upcoming OHS Events

Mark your calendars! 

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2024 Speaker Series:
The Beadwork of
George Blackwood

George Blackwood will share his passion for Native American beadwork. He specializes in "Peyote Stitch" that "goes around" objects, such as pens, canes, and key chains. Peyote Stitch has a rich history, getting its name from beadwork on Peyote staffs, fans, and gourds used in Peyote ceremonies. 

6:30 pm, Thursday, April 25
Overbrook Library Community Room

2024 Speaker Series:
Painting of Early Overbrook
by Jim Coffman
 

Jim Coffman painstakingly painted a scene of downtown Overbrook back in the 1880s when the town was
co-founded by one of Jim's relatives, W.T. Coffman. Hear the story behind the painting and see it for yourself.  

6:30 p.m., Thursday, May 23
Overbrook Library Community Room
 

2024 Speaker Series:
Author Mike O'Bryhim

Mike O'Bryhim returns to his home- town to share some of his favorite Overbrook memories as captured in
his new book, "Once Upon a Time in the Land of Overbrook."

6:30 p.m., Thursday, June 27
Overbrook Library Community Room

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Invite us to speak

We are accepting invitations to speak about Overbrook history and our organization's work. Would your group, organization or school like to invite us to make a presentation? Contact us to schedule an event. 

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