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 handcrafted 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 for a fun storytime and festive turkey craft. Kids will get creative by making their own colorful turkeys using paper, feathers, and other fun materials.

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 an hour of mo

Roar into November with dinosaur-themed fun at Tiny-Tot Storytime! Every week, we’ll explore the prehistoric world with stories, songs, and crafts celebrating our favorite dinosaurs. Perfect for toddlers and their caregivers.

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.

Adult Bingo events often include multiple rounds, each with different patterns to complete, keeping the game engaging and dynamic.

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!

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.   Join us for an hour

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.

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

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!

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 Public Library and join Raina for a story about Thanksgiving. Afterwards we will make adorable teepee's from popsicle sticks and fabric. 

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!

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

What can you create with one cup of Lego's? Join Raina for a fun and exciting STEM challenge. 

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.

Story time for toddlers is a delightful and engaging activity where young children gather to listen to stories read aloud. The experience is interactive, encouraging toddlers to participate by asking questions, making animal sounds, or repeat

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

ESports at the Coal County Library!

ESports at the Coal County Library!

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 trio of acorns.

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

Looking for a way to beat boredom, come on down to Bingo for seniors!!  Gather round to socialize and meet new Bingo loving friends here at the library.  Small prizes given to winners.

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.

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.  

Join us for Table Top gaming event featuring Magic: The Gathering! Bring your own deck and enjoy casual play with standard or commander formats. Beginners are welcome, so whether you're new to the game or a seasoned player, come have fun with us.

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 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 OSU Extension Office will be presenting a program about Healthy Eating.  They will be cooking up some great snacks.  This is Lesson #1 --Eat Smart.  Come on down and enjoy some great food.

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 at the library is a fun and creative activity where kids are encouraged to explore their imaginations through various forms of art. Children's art time is all about having fun, developing fine motor skills, and boosting co

The goal of International Games Month is to promote the social and educational benefits of playing games. It encourages communities to come together, make new friends, and enjoy fun, engaging activities.

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.

Bring a dish and bring a friend to our Friendsgiving Potluck.
Please join us for food, drinks, fun and more!

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 hand turkeys with us! We will paint our hands and make turkeys and make DIY poems!

Join us in celebrating International Games Month with a special UNO Cards Day just for kids! Get ready to shuffle, deal, and dive into the fast-paced fun of UNO, the classic card game loved by millions.

Craft time is a relaxing and fulfilling experience where individuals come together to engage in creative activities. The atmosphere is casual and inviting, and encourages participants to unwind, socialize, and express their creativity. I

Everyone will be making an Autumn Centerpiece with acorns and pinecones.  This will make a great fall decor for your home. This will be an easy craft for all to make.  Come join us.  Make it to give for a gift.  

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!

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

Join our library's teen STEM Program for the Marshmallow Challenge! Teams will compete to build the tallest and most creative tower using spaghetti and marshmallows.

G.O.A.L.S. - Gathering Our Academic Literacy Skills

This is where science meets sweetness in the kitchen! In this fun and interactive session, you'll dive into the delicious world of cookies while uncovering the fascinating science behind baking.

Step into the fascinating world of STEM at our library's monthly program. STEM is designed to ignite curiosity and inspire discovery. Our STEM programs offer an exciting array of hands on activities and experiments for all ages.

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.  If you like board games we can play that was well.  Come on down to the library.

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! Using the innovative Fiero Code software, you'll learn the fundamentals of coding in a fun and interactive way.

The OSU Extension Office will be doing a program on Healthy Eating and Cooking.

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 make a Thankful Jar.  Kids will decorate their jar and during the month add

Gobble up some fun at the library by making your very own turkey craft! Kids can use festive materials to create a unique turkey friend just in time for Thanksgiving.

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.

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.

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

Teens ages 13 and up are invited to join us for this month’s Craft Circle Don't miss out on your chance to create a one-of-a-kind 3D dino lamp. Reserve your spot now and get ready to light up Dinovember in style! Registration require 

We're busting out our large collection of table top games for the whole family! Love what we played? All of our games are available for checkout!

Rebel Readers Book Club is for teens and young adults who want to explore the books that have made it onto the banned book or challenged book lists.  What makes these books so controversial and do you think they should have been banned?

Get ready for some hands-on fun at this Crafternoon! We’ll be making a flextangle, a cool paper craft that twists and turns in endless patterns. All supplies are provided, and this craft is perfect for ages 6 and up.

There will be Dungeons and Dragons for Teens and some other games for Adults.  Come and enjoy a board game and help us celebrate National Gaming Month.  

STEM Join us for origami at the library, where you’ll learn the art of paper folding and transform simple sheets into amazing works of art!

"Short on Thyme: Crockpot Recipes" If you feel short of time but want to create delicious meals for the holiday, come down to the Coal County Public Library and Join Tara as she leads guests in an interactive program, learning different slow cooke

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.

This month join us to create a BOOK NOOK! This is a delightful craft project that involves building a small, detailed diorama designed to fit between books on a shelf.

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.  This month the group will be all reading th

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.

Welcome to our Fiction Fanatics Book Club, where the joy of reading meets the delight of meaningful discussions.

Get ready for a roaring good time at our DinoVember Pajama Storytime! Enjoy dino-themed stories, songs, and a dino-mite time. Don't forget to wear your coziest pajamas and bring your favorite stuffed dinosaur friend!

Join us for an immersive experience in the world of the board game Clue, where you get to step into the shoes of the characters themselves! Let's bring this classic game to life and work together to unravel the mystery of the killer.