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Alchemist Academy: Bubbling Cauldron Fun!

All Day 10/1 - 10/31
SEOLS Bookmobile
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Whip up your own bubbling, magical potion inside a mini cauldron! Perfect for spooky science and imaginative fun.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: SEOLS Bookmobile
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Whip up your own bubbling, magical potion inside a mini cauldron! Perfect for spooky science and imaginative fun.

Small child paints with paintbrush at a table.

Spook-tacular Coloring Haunt

All Day 10/1 - 10/31
SEOLS Bookmobile
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Step aboard the Bookmobile for a frightfully fun Spook-tacular Coloring Haunt! Kids can color Halloween-themed scenes filled with friendly ghosts, silly monsters, pumpkins, and more at our special on-board art station.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: SEOLS Bookmobile
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Step aboard the Bookmobile for a frightfully fun Spook-tacular Coloring Haunt! Kids can color Halloween-themed scenes filled with friendly ghosts, silly monsters, pumpkins, and more at our special on-board art station.

Adults collaborate on a craft together

TeenTober: Creepy-Cool Cemeteriums

All Day 10/1 - 10/31
SEOLS Bookmobile
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Build your own spooky (or sweet!) Cemeteriums—a miniature terrarium with a twist! Tweens will design and decorate their creations using tiny figurines, plants, moss, and other fun materials.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: SEOLS Bookmobile
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Build your own spooky (or sweet!) Cemeteriums—a miniature terrarium with a twist! Tweens will design and decorate their creations using tiny figurines, plants, moss, and other fun materials.

Trendy teenager clutches a book to her chest.

Teentober: Haunted Pages Book Box Raffle

All Day 10/1 - 10/31
SEOLS Bookmobile
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Celebrate TeenTober with chills and thrills in our Haunted Pages: October TeenTober Book Box Raffle!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: SEOLS Bookmobile
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Celebrate TeenTober with chills and thrills in our Haunted Pages: October TeenTober Book Box Raffle!

Group of adults sit around a table discussing a book.

Teentober: Undead & Well Read

All Day 10/1 - 10/31
SEOLS Bookmobile
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Something wicked is waiting to be unwrapped… Each book hides a tale of ghosts, dark secrets, and spine-tingling twists, paired with a sinister little treat. Will you dare to discover what lurks inside?

Offsite Event
Library Branch: SEOLS Bookmobile
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Something wicked is waiting to be unwrapped… Each book hides a tale of ghosts, dark secrets, and spine-tingling twists, paired with a sinister little treat. Will you dare to discover what lurks inside?

Teentober: Scavenger Hunt

10/01/2025 @ 9:00am to 10/31/2025 @ 4:30pm
Talihina Public Library
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Come by and participate in our scavenger hunt, follow the clues and win prizes!

Library Branch: Talihina Public Library
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Come by and participate in our scavenger hunt, follow the clues and win prizes!

Let's play! Join us on a Nintendo quest where we will explore the Mushroom Kingdom, Hyrule, and beyond.

ESports - Switch it Up

Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Heavener Main Library at Heavener Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion Groups, Games
Age Group:
Teens
Games:

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

Library Branch: Heavener Public Library
Room: Heavener Main Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Discussion Groups, Games
Event Details:

Games

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

Woman reads picture book to room full of children.

Weekend Wonder Tales

Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Patrick Lynch Public Library (Poteau)
Library Branch: Patrick Lynch Public Library (Poteau)

Bookworm Buddies: Ghostly Saturday

Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Broken Bow Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children

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

Library Branch: Broken Bow Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

SEOLS makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Mullen Park StoryWalk

Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
McAlester Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Everyone
Storytime:

Join us at the Mullen Park StoryWalk for a special reading with local author Danny Judd as he shares his children’s book The Garden and the Gardener.

Library Branch: McAlester Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Storytime

Join us at the Mullen Park StoryWalk for a special reading with local author Danny Judd as he shares his children’s book The Garden and the Gardener.

Knifty Knitters

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Heritage Room at Stigler Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Library Branch: Stigler Public Library
Room: Heritage Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

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.

Toddler Tales

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Broken Bow Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers

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.&

Library Branch: Broken Bow Public Library
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

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.&

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

SEOLS makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Early Birds: Social Emotional Learning for 4-5 yr olds

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Broken Bow Public Library
Program Type:
Child Care Literacy
Age Group:
Adults

Welcome to Early Birds, a school readiness program tailored for caregivers-to-be and those who are already nurturing young minds!

Library Branch: Broken Bow Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Child Care Literacy
Event Details:

Welcome to Early Birds, a school readiness program tailored for caregivers-to-be and those who are already nurturing young minds!

Community Exercise and Camaraderie

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:30am
Franklin Electric Conference Room at Latimer County Public Library (Wilburton)
Program Type:
Senior Care, Community Information, Mental and Physical Health
Age Group:
Adults

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

Library Branch: Latimer County Public Library (Wilburton)
Room: Franklin Electric Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Senior Care, Community Information, Mental and Physical Health
Event Details:

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

Book Club

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Choctaw County Public Library (Hugo)
Program Type:
Book Club, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

October Book Club Pick: The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman

Library Branch: Choctaw County Public Library (Hugo)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

October Book Club Pick: The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman

SAIL Exercise

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Broken Bow Public Library
Program Type:
Senior Care, Health & Wellness, Mental and Physical Health
Age Group:
Adults

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 combination of aerobic, balance, strength and s

Library Branch: Broken Bow Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Senior Care, Health & Wellness, Mental and Physical Health
Event Details:

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 combination of aerobic, balance, strength and s

Wise and Playful

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Choctaw County Public Library (Hugo)
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Mental and Physical Health
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Library Branch: Choctaw County Public Library (Hugo)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Mental and Physical Health
Event Details:

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.

Prime Time Fitness

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Choctaw County Public Library (Hugo)
Program Type:
Senior Care, Health & Wellness, Mental and Physical Health
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Library Branch: Choctaw County Public Library (Hugo)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Senior Care, Health & Wellness, Mental and Physical Health
Event Details:

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.

Teentober: STEM-Cemetery Art

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Idabel Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Teens will be making a Cemetery scene with pumpkins and other scary delights.  This is sure to be a fun event so come and join Miss Julie for all the fun.

Library Branch: Idabel Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Teens will be making a Cemetery scene with pumpkins and other scary delights.  This is sure to be a fun event so come and join Miss Julie for all the fun.

Pittsburg County Genealogical and Historical Society

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Whiteacre Room AB at McAlester Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy/Local History
Age Group:
Everyone

🔍 Discover Local History with the Genealogy & Historical Society! 🏛️

Library Branch: McAlester Public Library
Room: Whiteacre Room AB
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Genealogy/Local History
Event Details:

🔍 Discover Local History with the Genealogy & Historical Society! 🏛️

Wiggle Worms

Wiggle Worms

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Whiteacre Room AB at McAlester Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers
Storytime:

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

Library Branch: McAlester Public Library
Room: Whiteacre Room AB
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Music, Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime

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

Book Bugs Storytime

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Stigler Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join us for a cozy storytime all about fall leaves! We'll read a fun fall story together, then get creative by making our own leaf rubbings.

Library Branch: Stigler Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a cozy storytime all about fall leaves! We'll read a fun fall story together, then get creative by making our own leaf rubbings.

Move and Mingle Meet up (For All Ages)

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Idabel Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Mental and Physical Health
Age Group:
Adults

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.   Libraries aren’t just for reading — they’re for moving, too!

Library Branch: Idabel Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Mental and Physical Health
Event Details:

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.   Libraries aren’t just for reading — they’re for moving, too!

Woman reads picture book to room full of children.

Tiny-tot Storytime

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Patrick Lynch Public Library (Poteau)
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Storytime:

Get in the spooky spirit! Make your own Ghost Pom-Pom Shooter and see how far your ghost can fly

Library Branch: Patrick Lynch Public Library (Poteau)
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime

Get in the spooky spirit! Make your own Ghost Pom-Pom Shooter and see how far your ghost can fly