Week Calendar

Bring your little ones to this week's Tiny-Tot Storytime where we'll explore the wonderful world of sunflowers!

Story Time at the library is a delightful opportunity for children to discover the wonder of and stories in a fun and supportive setting. Join us for a fun interactive story. 

Toddler Tales will be for children aged birth to 3 years of age.  During this time, we will sing, play and read stories to help promote a love of reading and practice those gross and fine motor skills necessary for this age group to develop.&

An adult building block  challenge can be a fun and creative way to spend time with a group doing a collaborative challenges.

 Building camaraderie and community spirit through exercise to prioritize health and well-being.

Join us every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday at 10 AM to sing, dance, and listen to stories! 

Join us at the library for an exciting story time, followed by a craft session where you can create your own craft stick harmonicas and make music together! Bring your friends and family to enjoy a morning of storytelling and musical fun.

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 is welcome and all ages are invited. 

Everyone come on down to the library and join us for some Bingo.  Prizes are awarded for wins.  Several games are played.

Join us for an adult crafting session and create charming wood slice pumpkins.

Each Wednesday Miss Sherri has storyhour for Tykes.  She reads a different story each week and kids will enjoy a song and dance or other entertainment.  Snacks are provided.  Come and join us!

 Building camaraderie and community spirit through exercise to prioritize health and well-being.

Join us every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday at 10 AM to sing, dance, and listen to stories! 

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 is welcome and all ages are invited. 

Each month, we will discuss a new book title. We will have copies of next month's title available for check out.

Gather together to discuss our latest read! Ask your librarian for a copy!

Interactive story time for young children fosters literacy, creativity, and fine motor skills, making learning fun and engaging. This engaging activity boosts language skills, sparks imagination, and enhances cognitive development while foste

Join us for a delightful adventure where young minds explore the world of fruits through hands-on play. Watch as your little ones mold and shape playdough into their favorite fruits, learning about shapes and colors along the way.

 Building camaraderie and community spirit through exercise to prioritize health and well-being.

Dive into the exciting world of science, technology, engineering, and math with our STEM Explorers! Designed for curious minds, this program offers hands-on activities, engaging experiments, and interactive projects that make learning fun.

Join us every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday at 10 AM to sing, dance, and listen to stories! 

Embark on a magical journey into the world of imagination at our Weekend Wonder Tales Storytime!

Bookworm Buddies is our new weekend storytime we will be having twice a month, alternating with Stemsational Saturdays.  We will be reading a story and providing a craft to do in the library or you can take and make it at home.  The prog

Join Raina for an epic story time and craft. Come learn how to paint just like Vincent Van Gogh and make your very own version of The Starry NIght

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 fitness is critical for staying active and reducing the risk of fal

Whether you're a seasoned reader or just getting back into books, our Adult Book Club is the perfect place to connect, unwind, and explore the wonderful world of literature.

Join us for a creative morning at the library as we design and build our own DIY book nooks! This hands-on program is perfect for adults looking to add a personal touch to their bookshelf.

Bring you needles and thread along with a cool beverage and create an artistic crochet project. Whether you are a beginner or a skilled crocheter this is sure to be a fun event.

Storytime at the library is a lively and engaging experience designed to spark young children's imaginations.

Join us for a creative and collaborative experience at the library’s Sewing Club!

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 fitness is critical for staying active and reducing the risk of fal

ESports at the Coal County Library!

ESports at the Coal County Library!

Sweating with the Oldies, originally SAIL (Staying Active and Independent for Life), is a an exercise program developed by the OU Health Sciences Center to help promote long and active lives for individuals.  The program provides a combinatio

"Mother Goose & Me" is an interactive program for children aged 3 and under. This program nurtures early literacy skills through stories, nursery rhymes, finger-plays, songs, music, movement, and engaging activities.

Join the Cliff Hangers mystery book club to discuss "The 23rd Midnight" by James Patterson.

Children will discover a love for books and develop early literacy skills through engaging stories.

Sweating with the Oldies, originally SAIL (Staying Active and Independent for Life), is a an exercise program developed by the OU Health Sciences Center to help promote long and active lives for individuals.  The program provides a combinatio

If you like to crochet, sew, quilt, do needlework and etc. come down to the library for 2 hours of fun and fellowship.   If you don't know how come on down anyway and they can teach you.  

Welcome to our teen STEM program! Here, you'll get to explore the exciting fields of science, technology, engineering, and math. Whether you're into robotics, coding, biology, or physics, there's something here for you.

The public library's adult board games program offers a nostalgic and engaging escape. Participants enjoy an array of strategic and classic games, fostering camaraderie and mental stimulation.

The public library's adult craft program is a haven for creativity. Participants, guided by skilled instructors, delve into diverse projects, fostering a sense of community and artistic expression.

Get ready for a world of creativity and fun as we explore different crafts together. From painting to paper crafts, there's something for everyone. Come unleash your imagination and make new friends in a relaxed, creative environment.

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.  

The Fun Friday Program is a joyous weekly event, brimming with laughter and learning. Kids eagerly gather for imaginative storytelling, interactive crafts, and delightful games.

The public library offers a dynamic senior fitness program, fostering health and community engagement. Tailored for seniors, it combines low-impact exercises, flexibility training, and social activities.

The children's craft program at the library encourages young artists to explore their individual creativity. This week we will be having a guided project as we create a cute paper plate fox and talk about hibernation. 

Join us for a journey into the world of stories at our weekly Children's Storytime at the library! Perfect for children aged 4 to 12, this event will spark their imagination and love for reading.

Come make playdough with us! Join us on a journey where STEM meets soft, doughy fun! We will be using household items such as flour, salt, vegetable oil, water and food coloring. 

Arts and crafts at the library offer young participants an inspiring and imaginative space to explore their creativity. This weeks guided project will be making a paper plate owl. 

Come join us and embark on a thrilling journey of discovery and innocation at our library's teen STEM programs.

Join us at the library as we explore sight words together. Discover how many words you recognize and watch your caterpillar grow longer!

Teen Cuisine seeks to empower teenagers to embrace healthier lifestyles by providing them with the knowledge and skills to prepare nutritious snacks and meals at home.  This program consists of six weeks of guided lessons offered in part

The public library offers a dynamic senior fitness program, fostering health and community engagement. Tailored for seniors, it combines low-impact exercises, flexibility training, and social activities.

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

eSports at your public library. Join our League and represent on our new gaming computers! Ask your librarian for more info.

 Join us in reading a few short stories, followed up by making construction paper art!

This is a STEM project and teens will have a fun time.  The plan is to make a hovercraft that will actually zip across the floor.  Can we do it?  Come and find out.

Calling all young builders and train enthusiasts! Join us for an exciting adventure where creativity meets engineering in our LEGO Locomotion program. Get ready to design, build, and bring to life your very own LEGO trains.

Let your creativity flow freely in our Acrylic Paint Pour Workshop as you explore this dynamic and mesmerizing technique. You'll learn how to mix colors and create amazing abstract art.

Let's unleash your creativity and have some fun as we dive into making colorful, festive confetti garlands.

Welcome to our Teen Book Club! Dive into diverse genres, from mysteries to classics. Engage in lively discussions, sharing insights and emotions sparked by our monthly reads.

Come and join other teens for an hour  of x-box games.  Several games are available to play.  

Board games are a popular form of tabletop games, offering a wide variety of experiences from strategic to cooperative play. Bring your friends or make some new friends as we play a friendly board game.

Children, Tweens, and Teens Weekly Coding Club. Join us and learn to code using Fiero Code software. You'll learn at your own pace with a variety of coding languages available!

Are you a teen who loves to read? Do you crave epic adventures, thrilling mysteries, and heartwarming stories? Then we have the perfect club for you!

The Crafty Kids Club aims to spark children's imagination, foster creativity, and develop fine motor skills
through engaging and fun craft activities.

Come and join us at the Creation Station.  Each week children will enjoy different crafts and other activities as well as a snack.  This week children will be making a Fall Truck with Craft Sticks

Builder's Club is a place where mathematics, engineering, teamwork, and spatial awareness meet creativity and imagination while we build with Legos or other building materials.

Discover new interests, express your creativity, and forge lasting friendships in a supportive environment. With engaging conversations and opportunities to showcase your talents, our Teen Takeover is your gateway to fun and growth.

Get ready to embark on a journey of creativity and fun as we explore the world of apples through exciting craft projects. We'll also be creating an apple puzzle for some extra fun!

Come game with us! We're busting out our large collection of table top games. Available for checkout!

Gather after school for some fun and friendly competition with Mario Party! 

Bring your creativity and enthusiasm to the library for an exciting afternoon of crafting fun!

Come down to the Coal County Library and Let your imagination flow as we paint a beautiful geode painting. 

Welcome to Code Club, where curiosity meets creativity! Whether you’re a seasoned coder or a complete beginner, our club offers a supportive and dynamic environment to explore the fascinating world of programming.

Come celebrate National Video Games Day with us by playing some video games with us.  We'll have a Nintendo Switch available to play some select games on, bring your own Switch to play individually or with others, of if you'd like to play a d

Join us as we delve into the world of food and create a different recipe each Friday.
Open to all ages

Come help celebrate Bella Swan and Stephanie Meyer's birthday.  Show your knowledge with some Twilight trivia and enjoy snacks and refreshments.

Teenagers can come to fellowship and play games in a safe and supervised environment. It is held in our fun Teen Room! They often play video games, board games, or participate in an art project. 

Step right up for a fascinating journey into McAlester's vibrant past with a special presentation by David Beall, President of the Pittsburg County Genealogical and Historical Society.

Celebrate the strength of the human spirit at our upcoming Poetry Night, themed "Resilience." Join us for an evening dedicated to exploring and honoring the power of perseverance, endurance, and overcoming adversity.