Upcoming Events

Unleash your imagination at Thinking Thursday! Each week, we’ll start with a single, random line—your challenge is to turn it into a complete drawing.

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!

Step into a cozy corner of the library where giggles mingle with the rustle of picture‑book pages!

The Fresh Start program, part of Oklahoma State University Extension’s Community Nutrition Education Programs (CNEP), offers free, hands-on nutrition education for adults and families with limited resources.

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

We color every Thursday afternoon.  Come and join us.  Take a break from the busy world and join us for Color Hour at the Library — a peaceful time for creativity, self-expression, and stress-free fun.

Take time for yourself with Soleful Steppers, a gentle exercise class designed for people of all fitness levels.

  Looking for a creative outlet and a fun way to unwind? Join us for our Adult Craft Program — a welcoming space to explore your artistic side, try something new, and connect with others in the community.

Gobble, gobble! Join us at the library to make your very own colorful turkey craft using coffee filters, markers, and a little creativity. This fun hands-on activity is perfect for kids and families to celebrate the Thanksgiving season together.

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 a fun and creative crafting session for tweens and teens! Build your own glowing dinosaur night light using plastic mason jars and mini dinos. Create a prehistoric scene that lights up your room.

Put your engineering skills to the test! Children and tweens are invited to design and build their very own “turkey trap” using everyday materials.

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

Spend your chilly afternoons with us, at the library and enjoy coffee, hot cocoa with marshmallows, and of course coloring! what a great way to spend the evening!

Teens join us for an exhilarating afternoon of games filled with thrills, laughter, and epic gaming moments.  We provide the games you provide the skills.  

Our Friends of the Library Book Club has an all new name.  Come and read with us between the covers.  Love a good book and a great conversation?