Notice: Spiro Public Library Temporary Closure

The Spiro Public Library will be closed from Thursday, September 4th through Monday, September 15th as we prepare for exciting updates.

This week, we’ll be moving books and disassembling the old shelving. The library will also be getting a fresh coat of paint while the walls are empty. The new shelving is scheduled to arrive on Thursday, September 11th, and once the books are back in place, we’ll be ready to welcome you again the following week.

We appreciate your patience during this transformation and can’t wait for you to enjoy the refreshed, beautifully organized library!

Upcoming Events

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TeenTober: Boardem Busters

1:00pm–2:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Arkoma Public Library
Library Branch: Arkoma Public Library
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Celebrate TeenTober with an afternoon of board game fun! Join other teens for a relaxed hangout featuring classic games, new favorites, and maybe even a few surprise challenges.

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! 

TeenTober - Craft Corner

2:00pm–3:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Spiro Public Library
Library Branch: Spiro Public Library
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Light up your Halloween with a glowing good time! As part of our TeenTober celebration, tweens and teens will create eerie and awesome Jack-o’-Lantern jars using glow sticks, mason jars, and their own spooky designs.

TeenTober - Bookworm Buddies

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens
Mattie Terry Public Library (Valliant)
Library Branch: Mattie Terry Public Library (Valliant)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Welcome to our Teen Book Club! This TeenTober dive into diverse genres, from mysteries to classics. Engage in lively discussions, sharing insights and emotions sparked by our monthly reads.

ESports: Build with Friends

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Wister Public Library
Library Branch: Wister Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Career Development, Discussion Groups, Games
Event Details:

Discussion Groups

Customers/community members, etc. discuss similar interests, share ideas, and try to assist each other in problem solving.

Check out the new STEM Corner at your library, featuring ESports. Join our League and represent on our Xbox Series X! Ask your librarian for more info.

TEENTober: Fright Night Feature Fridays

3:15pm–5:00pm
Teens
Nelda Clark Myers Public Library (Quinton)
Library Branch: Nelda Clark Myers Public Library (Quinton)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Movies

Foster relaxation and socialization by joining us to watch a free movie selected by the library! Call the library for more details!

A Spooky Movie Series Just for Teens! 

Boo Crew Movie Night

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Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for the duration of this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

TeenTober - 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 for TeenTober, where fun, strategy, and creativity come together!

TeenTober - All SySTEMs Go! Bubbling Cauldron Experiment

4:00pm–5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Coal County Public Library (Coalgate)
Library Branch: Coal County Public Library (Coalgate)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Welcome to All Systems Go, a hands-on STEM adventure where science gets messy—in the best way!

TeenTober: Bot-tastic

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teens
Mary Kimberly Public Library (Kiowa)
Library Branch: Mary Kimberly Public Library (Kiowa)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Get ready to rock and robot! Are you able to operate the maze, or will you crash out?

TeenTober: Franken Toys!

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teens
McAlester Public Library
Library Branch: McAlester Public Library
Room: Whiteacre Room AB
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion Groups, Workshop
Event Details:

Hey teens! Come hang out with The Odd Squad at the library for a fantastic social time on Friday at 4pm! Meet new friends, share laughs, and enjoy a variety of activities designed just for you.

ESports - Switch it Up

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

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

Teentober: STEM-Cemetery Art

3:00pm–4:00pm
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:

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.

Teentober: Scary Trivia

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

Think you know your creepy creatures, haunted houses, and horror movie screams?

Chapter Chasers

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:

Book Club

Our library book clubs consist of reading a variety of selected titles while engaging readers in quality literature discussion.

Love to read? Want to meet other teens who do too? Join the Chapter Chasers, our teen book club made just for ages 13-17

Teentober - Don't Get Ghosted: Communication Skills for Real Life

4:00pm–5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Broken Bow Public Library
Library Branch: Broken Bow Public Library
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Discussion Groups
Event Details:

Tired of awkward texts, mixed signals, or just not knowing what to say? Join us this TeenTober for Don’t Get Ghosted—a Halloween-themed crash course in real-life communication skills!

TeenTober - 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.

TEENTober: Sweet Haunted Houses

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: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Event Details:

Think haunted... but make it sweet!

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Esports: Level Up!

3:00pm–5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Coal County Public Library (Coalgate)
Library Branch: Coal County Public Library (Coalgate)
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Join us for weekly E-Sports team practice! Whether you're sharpening your gameplay, building winning strategies, or gearing up for upcoming competitions, this is your time to train, play, and level up with your team.

TeenTober: Homework Hub - Digital Resources

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: Discussion Groups, Workshop
Event Details:

Teens, stop by for an informative session and explore the educational databases available at the library! You'll learn to navigate these valuable resources designed to enhance your homework, writing, and research skills.

TeenTober - Zine Lab

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Stigler Public Library
Library Branch: Stigler Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Discover the art of self-expression through zines! In this hands-on workshop, teens will learn how to create their own mini-magazines using simple supplies like paper, pens, collage materials, and more.

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! 

ESports: Build with Friends

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Wister Public Library
Library Branch: Wister Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Career Development, Discussion Groups, Games
Event Details:

Discussion Groups

Customers/community members, etc. discuss similar interests, share ideas, and try to assist each other in problem solving.

Check out the new STEM Corner at your library, featuring ESports. Join our League and represent on our Xbox Series X! Ask your librarian for more info.

TEENTober: Fright Night Feature Fridays

3:15pm–5:00pm
Teens
Nelda Clark Myers Public Library (Quinton)
Library Branch: Nelda Clark Myers Public Library (Quinton)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Movies

Foster relaxation and socialization by joining us to watch a free movie selected by the library! Call the library for more details!

A Spooky Movie Series Just for Teens! 

Monster Mash Movie Night

Disclaimer(s)

Photography

*Policy Here*

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for the duration of this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

TeenTober - 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 for TeenTober, where fun, strategy, and creativity come together!