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.&

If you have always wanted to learn to knit, but didn't know where to begin, this is the class for you! Each week, participants will learn new stitches to create beautiful handmade items.

 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 for story time and a zombie craft.

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. 

Join us for this week's Tiny-Tot Storytime where our theme is all about reptiles! We'll enjoy an exciting story and a fun reptile-themed craft perfect for young explorers.

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 as we create a festive fall pumpkin. This program will be instructional led, but you will be able to  put your personal touches on it.

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 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. 

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.

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

Welcome to this delightful Crafty Creations program, where we’ll be making charming fall flower arrangements using buttons!

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 as she leads guest on an adorable craft followed by story time. We will be making little ghost feet paintings. 

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

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.

Join our Library Book Club and explore captivating stories with fellow book lovers. Discover new favorites and have lively discussions each month.

ESports at the Coal County Library!

ESports at the Coal County Library!

Teens- Did you make a reading goal and crush it during TeenTober? We want to celebrate you and your achievements with pizza!

Whether you are amateur or pro at crocheting, this will be the perfect group for you! We will have a set of hooks and some yarn to make some great projects. 

This month we will be working on a small pumpkin.

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.

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.  

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.

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.

Join us for an exciting and interactive teen craft program where creativity knows no bounds!

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.

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.

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

Design and build a tower using pumpkins and other materials that can support a certain weight for a specified amount of 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.

Everyone will be making a pretty fall picture using flowers and a denim jean pocket with added decoration.   This will be an easy craft for all to make.  Come join us.

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

Join the library crew and Cinnamon the Bigfoot for a program to discuss cryptozoology.  Learn all about bigfoot, loss ness, yeti or moss man all of the mythical creatures.   And everyone can get their picture taken with Cinnamon.

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.

The Children's Art and Crafts Programs at the library offer young participants an inspiring and imaginative space to explore their creativity.

Join us for Halloween Magic with Glow-in-the-Dark Brews and Dancing Spiders!

Let's celebrate TeenTober at your library:  Whether you’re decorating your space, making a special gift, or just enjoying some creative time, this craft offers a perfect blend of positivity and Halloween fun.

Wear your spooky costume and join us as we watch and judge the spooky reels that were submitted! Enjoy refreshments and mingle with other teens as we celebrate TeenTober and Halloween.

Join us at our library's STEM program! The programs are designed to ignite curiosity and in spire discovery. We will be offering a hands on activity this week as we build pumpkin towers. How tall can you build your tower?

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

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.

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.

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 children will be able to make a Spider Web Sun-Catcher.  This will be a fun project for a

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!

Calling all young builders! Spooky season is here! Join our Builder's Club at the library, where creativity knows no bounds.

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.

Children join our exciting STEM adventure where we explore the fascinating world of water tension!  Get ready to be amazed by the hidden powers of water!

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

Mummy Time! - Join Sarah and the Coal County Library as she leads guests on  fun Craftivity Program making Mummy Themed Crafts. Teens/Preteens

In this hands-on workshop, participants will unleash their inner artists as they transform ordinary pumpkins into extraordinary works of art using a variety of painting techniques.

Now introducing Rebel Readers, a book club where we will be reading and discussing books on banned books or challenged book lists.  Each month, pick up the latest book and read it and then at the end of the month, we will meet to discuss your

Get ready to unleash your creativity at our Paint Your Own Canvas Bag event! Personalize a trendy canvas bag with your own unique design.

Welcome to A Quiet Place, where guests can indulge in an uninterrupted hour of literature and community. Bring the book you are currently reading or discover a new title from our collection to join our silent book club.

Join us for an afternoon of creativity where you’ll paint your own cauldron and add a touch of magic with a smoking effect! Perfect for sparking imaginations and adding a bit of Halloween spirit.

STEM - Join us in using our engineering skills to make origami art in  celebration of TeenTober!

Pumpkin Volcanoes: Get ready for an "explosive" adventure at McAlester Public Library's Pumpkin Volcanoes workshop! We'll combine science and creativity to create an erupting volcano inside of a pumpkin!

Put your taste buds to the test and join us for a tasty program! Can you guess all the flavors? Learn the lore and delve into the evolution of the tasty toaster pastry!

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.

Dive into the rich tapestry of our local heritage with "History with Steve," featuring our local historian, Steve Adams.

From October 1-21st, we will be accepting scary short story submissions from our local tween/teen authors.  Write your scariest story and turn it into the library.  On October 22 at 5pm, we will host a reading of these stories for all to

Join us on Tuesday, October 22nd at 5:30 PM for an unforgettable evening as Cecelia “Cece” Otto, a classically trained singer, composer, writer, and historian, brings American history to life through music!

The library will participate in the 21st Century After School Program --Lights On Idabel.   The library will have brochures about the library, coloring sheets and you can enroll for a library card.  

Hey friends. It's been a while since you earned a pizza for reading, hasn’t it? This October, get back to the joy of reading with our Page Turners Pizza Party!

Here’s how you can join the fun:

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.