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.

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!

Join us at the library for a joyful storytime filled with holiday tales, followed by a fun reindeer hat 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. 

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!

Ageless Adventures Book Club is a great way to connect with others over a book and chit-chat. This month we will be reading books that have to do with Christmas. What a fun and exciting time to be had by all. 

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

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!

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. 

Story time for toddlers is a delightful and engaging activity where young children gather to listen to stories read aloud. The stories chosen are usually short, simple, and filled with vibrant illustrations, focusing on themes that resonate w

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

 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.

Start your Saturday morning with a little magic! Join us for Weekend Wondertales, where kids can enjoy engaging stories that spark imagination and fun. Perfect for a cozy, laid-back start to the weekend!

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!

Come join Raina as she reads a Christmas story and teaches us how to make a super cool snowman sensory painting. Indulge your senses as you craft a painting you can feel. 

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

Join us at the library for our monthly Maker Mornings for adults! Unleash your creativity in a welcoming atmosphere where you can explore various artistic mediums, learn new techniques, and connect with fellow craft enthusiasts.

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!

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

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!

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

Join us for Tiny Tales, a new program designed for parents and children ages 0-5!

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 us for Jingle Bell Storytime, a festive gathering filled with holiday magic!

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.  Sure to be a fun time at the library.

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 holiday season is a time for celebration, but it doesn’t have to mean sacrificing your health goals.

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.

If you like appetizers you need to attend this class.  This is Appetizers on a Small Budget.  Come and join us.

This will be lesson #5 for the teens dealing with Watch Out For Added Sugar.   Come and join us for this cooking session.  You will have a good time.  

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 art time is a joyful and creative activity where kids are encouraged to explore their imaginations through various forms of art. The environment is often colorful and filled with art supplies, fostering a space where children feel

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.

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 confidence.

Join us every month and become a part of our vibrant chess community at the McAlester Public Library.

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 join us.  Make it to give for a gift.  

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.

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 collaboration.

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!

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 360 games.  Several other games are available to play as well.  Each week a different game.

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.

Children, Tweens, and Teens unlock your coding potential with Cybersquad at the library! Join us and become part of the Cybersquad, where creativity meets technology.

Unleash your creativity and connect with like-minded individuals in our crafting program. Designed for adults of all skill levels, this program offers a relaxing and enjoyable environment to explore various crafting techniques.

Join us for Santa's Toothpaste: a fun and fizzy holiday science experiment!

Participants will make their very own Christmas gnome, perfect for adding a touch of holiday cheer to any home.

Come and join us at the Creation Station.  Each week children will enjoy different crafts and other activities as well as a snack.  For the craft this week it will be making a Mini Canvas Snowman Ornament.  Make your own ornament to

Join us at the library for a festive reindeer hat craft! Kids can have fun creating their own reindeer hats with antlers, using colorful supplies to design a playful accessory they can wear home.

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.

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 great way to learn about chemistry, how gases are formed, and how re

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.

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!

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

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, fun environment.

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 decoration or gift.

If you feel short on time but want to create delicious meals for the upcoming Holidays, come down to the Coal County Public Library where we will be learning different slow cooker recipes!

Calling all teens who would love to solve a murder.  A Christmas Train Adventure of the North Pole goes wrong.  Now the mystery must be solved.  Come on down and join us.  Refreshments will be served.  

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.

Join us for an evening of family fun!  Play some minute to win it games, charades, and family feud, all themed around Christmas!  Allow us to provide a stress free environment for the family before the holiday rush hits.

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

Dive into the whimsical world of gnomes as you create your very own charming figure, perfect for decoration or as a playful addition to your garden. In this hands-on workshop, we’ll guide you through each step of the process!

Join the library for Brush Hour, a chance to begin or hone your painting skills. Each month, we will focus on a new theme that correlates with the painting you will recreate.

Join us for our monthly book club discussion.  Guys and gals are welcome to come talk about what they loved or didn't love about the latest book club selection.  Make plans to attend and bring a friend!  Refreshments and snacks usua