Week Calendar

Come celebrate the beauty of fall with us at Tiny-Tot Storytime. We can't wait to see you and your little ones there!

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.&

 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! 

Dive into the world of birds with our featured book! Afterwards, join us to craft your own feathered friend and bring the magic of flight to life.

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 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.

Unlock your creativity and craft a beautiful dream catcher in our Creative Creation program.

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. 

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

Step into a world of wonder where your child's curiosity takes center stage. Our Sensory Explorers program invites little ones to dive into a hands-on adventure of textures and sensations.

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

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

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!

Join us for an enlightening journey into the rich history of sourdough! Our program delves deep into the origins of this ancient bread-making tradition, tracing its roots back thousands of years to civilizations around the world.

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

Come down to Coal County Library for a super fun story time and craft. Today will be be making butterfly hands. Your tiny hands will make the beautiful wings of the butterfly. 

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

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

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.

ESports at the Coal County Library!

ESports at the Coal County Library!

If school activities have your family hustling and bustling, Family Bingo on Saturday the 28th is a great way to unwind and win! Join us for a lively afternoon of fun and laughter at our Family Bingo event hosted at the local 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

Welcome to Fiber Fanatics, the club designed for multiple crafting disciplines.  No matter the fiber art that you are engaged in, you can come sit and mingle with other craft loving people.  Maybe you will get to try your hand at somethi

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.

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.  

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.

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.  

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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.

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.

The children's craft program is designed to help unleash your child's creativity. Even through guided projects, kids are encouraged to unleash their imagination.

Unveil the magic of reading with our 'Magic Sight Word Reveals' program! Join us for an enchanting journey where children use paint to uncover hidden sight words.

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.

Fall is here!! Let's step into a fascinating world of STEM with an exciting hands-on activity. This week we will discover how Indian corn was first made and then we will create an Indian corn to take home.

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

Enjoy a friendly and engaging environment where you can play, learn, and compete with fellow chess lovers.  Chess is known to stimulate the mind and keep it active, which is beneficial for players of all ages.  Join us every mo

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

The Beavers Bend Mining Co. will be at the library and talk about mining and do a demonstration of mining and geology with stones and also on hand will be a Utah Raptor.   

Calling all young architects and builders! Get ready to roll the dice and dive into a world of creativity and imagination with our Roll & Build: LEGO City Challenge.

Learn the art of precision laundry folding using a folding board. Master techniques for crisp creases and neat stacks, transforming laundry chores into a breeze.

In this STEM culinary adventure, we'll blend together the perfect combination of apples, fragrant spices, and buttery oats to create a mouthwatering dessert that's sure to delight your senses.

Unlock your creativity and craft a whimsical dream catcher at our teen artistic creation program.

Join us for a variety of board games, card games, and party games. Enjoy classic favorites like Yahtzee and Uno, along with new interactive games that promise fun and laughter.

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

Step into the fascinating world of technology. We use the Fiero app to create fun and innovative programs. Join us and let's get techie together.

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!

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 cook with Ms. Sherri and make an Apple Pie Bites.

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.

Discover the magic of kaleidoscopes firsthand in our hands-on workshop where creativity meets optical wonder! Join us for a fun session where you'll learn to craft your very own kaleidoscope!

Children whether you dream of becoming a doctor someday or you're simply curious about how surgeons do what they do.

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

Join Sarah for an awesome informative and fun event about monarch butterflies! Storytime and craft, Reading Juniper's Butterfly Garden and guests will receive a free zoo ticket courtesy of the OKC Zoo

Get ready to kick off the Falloween season a creative craft! We'll be making Mummy Eye Art using oil pastels.

Get ready to experiment and have fun making ooblek! Join us for a hands-on science session exploring this unique substance.

Bring your favorite book, the book you are currently reading, or find a new read and join us in a silent book club.

Wild Autumn Colors: Explore the vibrant colors of autumn at McAlester Public Library's September Weird Science!

Come design your own candle in celebration of world candle month.  Bring your own small container to put your candle in, glass works best for this.  We will also have a few jars available.  Then choose your scent and color for your

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

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. 

Our Friends of the Library Book Club has an all new name.  Come and read with us between the covers.  Bring your favorite book and talk about it and find other books you may want to read.  Refreshments are served.  

Wayne Hanway is a Deacon in the Episcopal Church, with over 35 years of experience teaching or mentoring adult study classes and programs.  He lives in southeast Oklahoma, where a considerable part of his diaconal ministry is spent working in

Come and engage with your elected leader, Senator David Bullard, at our upcoming Town Hall Meeting.

Put on your comfiest pajamas and bring your favorite stuffed animal for a delightful evening of stories and fun at the library! PJ Storytime is perfect for kids of all ages and a great way to wind down and enjoy a cozy night of reading.

Our library book clubs consist of reading a variety of selected titles while engaging readers in quality literature discussion. Themes and content may vary based on branch.