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Take and Make for Teens

All Day 4/1–4/30
Teens
Idabel Public Library
Library Branch: Idabel Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Take and Make for April will be Flower Lights using silk flowers, tealight candles, ribbon and glue. Come and pick one up.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Artistic Expressions

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Mattie Terry Public Library (Valliant)
Library Branch: Mattie Terry Public Library (Valliant)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

For teens who love to create, this dynamic art program encourages self-expression through drawing, painting, sculpture, and more.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Genre Jam: Poetry

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Patrick Lynch Public Library (Poteau)
Library Branch: Patrick Lynch Public Library (Poteau)
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Love poetry? Hate poetry? Think it’s confusing? Let’s talk about it.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Unplugged

4:30pm–5:30pm
Teens
Choctaw County Public Library (Hugo)
Library Branch: Choctaw County Public Library (Hugo)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Discussion Groups
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Quests & Creatures: Role Playing Game

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens, Adults
Heavener Public Library
Library Branch: Heavener Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Discussion Groups, Games, Workshop
Event Details:

Storytime

Go on an enchanted, guided quest and battle other players in this role playing game.
Adults play at 10 AM
Teens play at 3 PM

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Craft-Tech Connect STEM Delightful Dirt Cups

3:30pm–4:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Idabel Public Library
Library Branch: Idabel Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Miss Julie will be showing teens/tweens how to make an edible cup of "dirt" using crushed Oreo cookies, chocolate pudding, and gummy worms. How yummy does that sound? Come join us! 

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Hidden Words: Blackout Poetry for Teens (Part 2)

3:30pm–4:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Nelda Clark Myers Public Library (Quinton)
Library Branch: Nelda Clark Myers Public Library (Quinton)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Celebrate National Poetry Month by getting creative with words!

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Cyber Squad: Circuit Basics

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Teens
McAlester Public Library
Library Branch: McAlester Public Library
Room: Whiteacre Room AB
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology Class
Event Details:

Dive into the world of technology and discover what makes your favorite devices come alive!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Hooks & Stitches: Beginner's Crochet

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Patrick Lynch Public Library (Poteau)
Library Branch: Patrick Lynch Public Library (Poteau)
Room: Poteau Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Arts & Crafts

Join us for a chill crochet session where you’ll learn the basics like simple stitches and how to start fun projects. No experience is needed—we’ll walk you through it step by step.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Innovators - STEM

1:30pm–2:00pm
Teens
Talihina Public Library
Library Branch: Talihina Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Welcome to our teen STEM program! Here, you'll get to explore the exciting fields of science, technology, engineering, and math. Whether you're into robotics, coding, biology, or physics, there's something here for you.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

April Showers, LEGO Flowers!

3:30pm–4:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Wister Public Library
Library Branch: Wister Public Library
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Arts & Crafts

In this fun crafty program, participants will turn simple wooden clothespins into colorful bugs using paint, pipe cleaners, googly eyes, and more.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Creative Coalition STEM - Build a Bristlebot

3:30pm–4:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Latimer County Public Library (Wilburton)
Library Branch: Latimer County Public Library (Wilburton)
Room: Franklin Electric Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Discussion Groups, Workshop
Event Details:

Imagine building your very own robot out of a nailbrush! Sounds fun, right? Meet Bristlebots are cool, quirky, tiny robots that zip around like cheerful little bugs. They’re incredibly easy to construct and tons of fun to play with!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Mix, Chill, Eat!

3:30pm–5:00pm
Teens
Hartshorne Public Library
Library Branch: Hartshorne Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Get ready to explore the science of baking—without a single oven!

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Innovative Minds

4:00pm–5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Stigler Public Library
Library Branch: Stigler Public Library
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Teens are invited to put their engineering skills to the test with a paper airplane challenge! We’ll design, build, and fly paper airplanes while experimenting with folds, balance, and aerodynamics to see whose plane can fly the farthest.

This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

STEM Squad : Bean Sprouts

4:30pm–5:30pm
Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Mary Kimberly Public Library (Kiowa)
Library Branch: Mary Kimberly Public Library (Kiowa)
Age Group: Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

The STEM Squad is getting their hands dirty this month—in the best way! 🌱🫘

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Fun Friday

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children, Teens
Choctaw County Public Library (Hugo)
Library Branch: Choctaw County Public Library (Hugo)
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

FUN! FUN! FUN! FUN! FUN! 

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Gaming-Level Up!

2:00pm–3:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Coal County Public Library (Coalgate)
Library Branch: Coal County Public Library (Coalgate)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Games

Join us for a high-energy, fun free-for-all gaming session where everyone can jump in and play. No teams, no pressure—just non-stop action, friendly competition, and loads of laughs.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

STEM Studio-Rainy Day in a Jar

3:00pm–4:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Coal County Public Library (Coalgate)
Library Branch: Coal County Public Library (Coalgate)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Create a storm—no forecast required! In this hands-on lab, tweens and teens will model real atmospheric processes by building a rain cloud in a jar.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Gaming Warriors

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Idabel Public Library
Library Branch: Idabel Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Join us for Gaming Hour at the Library with Gaming Warriors, where fun, strategy, and creativity come together!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Odd Squad: Game Time

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teens
McAlester Public Library
Library Branch: McAlester Public Library
Room: Whiteacre Room AB
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Switch Gaming / hang out -  a social activity where teens come together to play video games, relax, and spend time with friends. It helps build friendships, teamwork, communication skills, and provides a fun way to unwind

This event is in the "Teens" group

Game On

9:00am–1:00pm
Teens
Heavener Public Library
Library Branch: Heavener Public Library
Room: Heavener Main Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Discussion Groups, Games
Event Details:

Games

Play, compete, and have fun with the Nintendo Switch or the Xbox One. All ages welcome—try multiplayer games, solo adventures, and discover new favorites in a friendly, screen-safe space.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Line dance & Let Loose

12:00pm–1:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Choctaw County Public Library (Hugo)
Library Branch: Choctaw County Public Library (Hugo)
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Music, Workshop
Event Details:

Has your for-you-page and newsfeeds been filled with new line dances?? Do you find yourself wishing you had someone to teach you those dances? Come by the library and let a certified fitness dance instructor teach you! 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Mana Maniacs

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens
Idabel Public Library
Library Branch: Idabel Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

Teens will get to play games using cards. This will be a fun and all teens are invited to attend.  Snacks will be served. Check us out!  Calling all Planeswalkers!

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Craft-Tech Connect STEM Cell Cookies

3:30pm–4:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Idabel Public Library
Library Branch: Idabel Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Miss Julie will be showing teens/tweens how to decorate a cookie to look like a plant or animal cell including the cell wall, the nucleus, cytoplasm, etc.