Event List

Come make a gingerbread house with us! We will be making gingerbread houses out of popsicle sticks and pom-pom's. 

Children join the world of imagination and wonder.  Fascinating tales and adventures await you at our story time.

Teen  Art is a fun and dynamic session designed to let teenagers explore their creativity in a relaxed, judgment-free environment. Teen Art fosters self-expression and co...

Join us every month and become a part of our vibrant chess community at the McAlester Public Library. Whether you're here to compete or just have fun, there's a place for you at ou...

In this exciting STEM activity, we’ll discover the power of chemical reactions by inflating a balloon without using any air from our lungs.  This simple experiment is a g...

Get into the holiday spirit with a creative twist! This week, teens ages 13 and up will have the chance to make beautiful chinoiserie Christmas ornaments. Join us for an afternoon ...

We are thrilled to welcome the Pittsburg County Animal Shelter to the library to combine joy of reading with the comfort and companionship of service dogs! Bring your kids to read ...

Join us at the library for a totally awesome Christmas Party!! We will have a Christmas movie, complementary snacks, and more!  

Bring your littles every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 10am this week for our interactive toddler storytime, where little ones can sing, dance, and enjoy a delightful story! Th...

  Embark on a literary adventure at our Children's Story Program! Every week, young minds are captivated by enchanting tales, fostering a love for reading. Join us at the p...

Join us for an hour of moving and grooving with a little mingle in the middle.  Tuesday and Thursday are exercise days at the library.  Come and join us.  Everyone i...

Do you want to build a snowman? Join Raina for an awesome STEM challenge using marshmallows. How tall will your snowman be?

Learn how to keep your body and mind sharp and sound.

Staying Active and Independent for Life (SAIL) is a fitness program for older adults, which can be done sitting or standing performing exercise that improves strength ,balance and ...

We color every Thursday afternoon.  Come and join us.  We have everything you need to color.  We even furnish a picture.  Come and visit while you color.  ...

Bring your technical questions to Becky on Thursdays from 2-4pm.  Becky will assist you answering questions about your digital devices.  She can demonstrate how to use yo...

Everyone will be making a denim Christmas Trees.     This will make a great Christmas decor for your home. This will be an easy craft for all to make.  Come joi...

Come make melted ornaments with us! We will use cookie cutters and beads to melt into the perfect Christmas tree ornament.

The Children's Art and Crafts Programs at the library offer young participants an inspiring and imaginative space to explore their creativity. Through guided projects or free-form ...

Teens will dive into the exciting world of engineering and design by creating their own marble runs. This hands-on activity encourages creativity, problem-solving, and collaboratio...

ESports at your public library. Join our League and represent on our Nintendo Switch! Ask your librarian for more info.

Join us at the McAlester Public Library on the third Thursday of every month from 3-6 PM for an exciting Smash Bros event on Switch, exclusively for Teens and Tweens! Unwind after ...

In this hands-on program, teens will learn how to turn colorful pom poms into unique, textured works of art. From abstract designs to playful images, the possibilities are endless....

Level up your fun at the library with our gaming program for teens! Whether you’re into video games, board games, or card games, come hang out and challenge friends in a relaxed, f...

Join us for our final festive crafting session as we create charming snow globes! This is the perfect opportunity to get into the holiday spirit while making a delightful decoratio...