Week Calendar

Toddler Tales will be for children aged birth to 5 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 10am for our interactive toddler storytime, where little ones can sing, dance, and enjoy a delightful story!

Join us at the library where kids will create their own mummy and enjoy a spooky story read aloud.

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. 

Bring your little ones for a whimsical journey through the skies with our balloon-themed stories. Perfect for sparking imagination and excitement about the Poteau Balloon Fest!

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

Join us at the library for a Festive Cork Pumpkin Making session for adults to craft decorative pumpkins from corks, combining creativity with seasonal flair.

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!

Welcome to the Ageless Adventures in Reading Book Club, where every page turns into a timeless journey.

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

Join us every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 10am for our interactive toddler storytime, where little ones can sing, dance, and enjoy a delightful story!

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 an exciting time through the world of stories, songs, and fun activities. Our Children's Story Time program is designed to ignite the imagination, foster a love for reading, and create joyful memories for children and their families.

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!

Mini Tales is an interactive program for ages 5 and under that focuses on early literacy skills through stories, nursery rhymes, finger-plays, movement, songs, music, and more. 

 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 10am for our interactive toddler storytime, where little ones can sing, dance, and enjoy a delightful story!

Every weekend, we’ll bring to life enchanting tales from around the world, sparking creativity and wonder in listeners of all ages. Enjoy a cozy atmosphere where you can relax and immerse yourself in beautifully told stories.

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 story time as she reads a spooky good story followed by a skeleton craft made from q tips. 

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 our Pumpkin Book Pages Craft program for adults! Transform old book pages into unique pumpkin decorations, perfect for adding a literary touch to your autumn decorations.

Are you a book lover looking for stimulating discussions and a community of fellow readers? Look no further!

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

Create and Learn with a Tasty Twist on DNA!

ESports at the Coal County Library!

ESports at the Coal County Library!

Sweating with the Oldies, also known as senior exercise or 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

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, also known as senior exercise or 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

"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.

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

Parents/Guardians must remain with their children during the program.

Join the Cliff Hangers mystery book club to discuss "The Silent Patient" by Alex Michaelides! 

Sweating with the Oldies, also known as senior exercise or 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

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.

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 your device and help you get it set up if needed.

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.

You will have the opportunity to create beautiful pint jar decorations that capture the essence of autumn or add a spooky touch for Halloween.

Join us for our Fall 2024 Genealogy Lock-In! Pre-registration is required with limited space available. Cost is $15. Price covers evening meal and door prizes. Pre-registration closes September 30th.

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 an Autumn Pumpkin Planter Program.  OSU Extension will be presenting the program and everyone will get to plant  pumpkin.

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.

Children's arts and crafts at the library offer young participants an inspiring and imaginative place to explore their creativity.

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

Join us for Storytime with primers! Together, we'll dive into the world of sight words, play interactive games, or enhance hand-eye coordination with a fun cut-and-paste craft activity.

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.

Join us Wednesday for an in depth discussion and viewing of a different anime where we can take a deeper look at the impact of anime in our culture.

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

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.

Join us for an exciting adventure where creativity meets engineering in our LEGO program! Get ready to design and build—LEGO bricks are provided, and the program is free to attend.

Embark on an exciting journey through our Mirror Maze STEM Project! Explore how mirrors create optical illusions while navigating a maze of reflections.

We will be making Edible Soil for this program. Edible soil includes chocolate chips, pudding, oreos and gummy worms! We will be following up with a small coloring craft.

Come and join other teens for an hour  of x-box 360 games.  Several games are available to play.  

 The library is celebrating teens this month with Teentober!! Our Halloween art program for teens will be a fun and engaging way to celebrate the spooky season while fostering creativity.

Join us for our Teentober Book Talk, where we dive into the latest and greatest in young adult literature! Whether you're a voracious reader or just looking for your next favorite book, this event is for you.

Join us for an exciting TeenTober Adventure where every Friday is designed exclusively for teens! Dive into a world of creativity, exploration, and fun with a variety of engaging activities.

It's not Halloween without a scary movie! Join us for a family favorite, stop motion Halloween classic! We will have popcorn, snacks and drinks!

Children, Tweens, and Teens unlock your coding potential with Cybersquad at the library! Using the innovative Fiero Code software, you'll learn the fundamentals of coding in a fun and interactive way.

Join the Chapter Chasers for our monthly teen book club meeting! Dive into exciting discussions about our latest book pick and share your thoughts with fellow book lovers.

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 weeks craft will have children making a Popsicle Stick Scarecrow.   Kids will use a variet

Poke~Pals is our new club for anyone who loves Pokemon.  Bring your cards to show off or trade with others, share your love of Pokemon GO, or bring memorabilia that you want to share with others.  Poke~Pals will be meeting the first and

Throughout the entire month of October, participants will embark on a thrilling adventure where each Tuesday brings a new surprise—either a delightful treat or a mischievous trick.
Join us week by week to find out what yours will be!

The Choctaw Youth Advisory Board meets each month and we do database training.

Calling all young builders! Join our Builder's Club at the library, where creativity knows no bounds. Where mathematics, engineering, teamwork, and spatial awareness meet creativity and imagination with endless Lego-building possibilities!

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.

With just your hands and a dash of imagination, we'll weave webs and bring these eight-legged creatures to life.  Get ready to unleash your creativity and maybe a little bit of spookiness!

Block Builder's Club, formerly known as Lego Club, meets every Wednesday from 4-5pm.  Kids choose to build free-style or follow a challenge to see if they can complete it.  Come make some new friends and have a fun time while developing

Pretty Little Pumpkins! Join Sarah and the Coal County Library as she leads guests on a fun and exciting craft day program, making Pretty Little Pumpkins (Pumpkin Paintings). Teens

Join us for a captivating workshop on crafting spiderweb suncatchers! During this workshop, participants will learn how to craft intricate spiderweb suncatchers using simple materials including yarn and construction paper.

Come and unleash your creativity as we decorate cookies with eerie designs and spooky themes. We’ll provide all the supplies, so just bring your imagination and appetite!

Suitable for teens [13+].

We're kicking TeenTober off with a make-your-own no-sew tie blanket! Whether you're a DIY whiz or a crafting newbie, this event is perfect for all teens.

Dive into the world of coding at your own pace, with a variety of languages to explore. Join the group as we build exciting projects together, where your creativity and skills will shape our next big creation!

It's Teentober! Join us at the library after the bell to make your own custom pins!

Join us at Coal County Library for a spooky painting night. Chat while you paint your favorite spooky season scene.

In celebration of the annual Poteau Balloon Fest, join us for a Crafternoon where we’ll be making our very own hot air balloons! for ages 6+

Hey teens! Come hang out with The Odd Squad at the library for a fantastic social time every Friday at 4pm! Meet new friends, share laughs, and enjoy a variety of activities designed just for you.

Escape into a world of quiet reading and companionship at our DEAR Night at the Library!

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Immerse yourself in an evening of rhythm and verse at our Poetry Night! Whether you're a seasoned poet or simply a lover of the art, join us to share your work or enjoy listening to others.

Come on down to the library and hear Ghost Stories featuring T. Phipps.  Featured ghost teller will be in dress.  Bring a friend and have a Hallooowwweeen good time.