Guymon Library Launches Thanksreading Promotion, Community Cookbook Drawing

The City of Guymon announces a Happy Thanksreading promotion at the Guymon Public Library on November 18, 2025, inviting residents to participate by filling out a paper feather with their name, phone number, age, and why they are thankful for the library. Entries will be entered into a drawing to take place on November 24 for a selection of cookbooks including The Pioneer Woman Cooks: A Year of Holidays, The Complete Cookbook for Teens, and The Recipe a Day Kids Cookbook. The announcement was posted on the City of Guymon live feed.

Library events like this serve more than a festive purpose. They act as low barrier points of contact between public institutions and residents who may not otherwise access services. For families and older adults, the chance to win practical resources such as cookbooks can translate into improved food skills, greater opportunities for home cooked meals, and stronger family routines around eating. For teens and children, targeted titles can encourage hands on learning and literacy that extends beyond the classroom.

Public health experts and community advocates emphasize that social connection and access to information are social determinants of health. When libraries draw people through accessible, welcoming programming, they can reduce isolation, support mental well being, and provide information that helps households stretch food budgets and prepare healthier meals. In a county where economic and geographic barriers can limit access to recreational and educational resources, simple promotions can have outsized benefits.

There are also practical considerations for organizers and participants. Collecting names and phone numbers requires attention to privacy and data stewardship, particularly when outreach targets vulnerable populations. Libraries often balance the need to gather contact information for drawings and notifications with policies that protect patron information. Residents who prefer not to share phone numbers may inquire about alternative entry methods or privacy protections when they visit.

The promotion also underscores the role of public funding and local policy in sustaining community hubs. Libraries rely on municipal support and volunteer engagement to offer events that reach diverse residents. Encouraging broad participation may require outreach through schools, food pantries, senior centers, and community organizations to ensure the promotion reaches people who stand to benefit most.

Residents interested in taking part can stop by the Guymon Public Library today to add their feather to the community turkey and to learn about upcoming programs. The cookbook drawing on November 24 offers a small but meaningful incentive to connect with a public resource that contributes to health, learning, and community resilience.