Upcoming Events

Kids, join us for a fun craft time making your very own friendship bracelets! 🎨🧵 Choose your favorite colors, get creative, and make something special to share with a friend (or keep for yourself!).

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!

Kids can get creative making their own Thanksgiving placemats! Draw or write what you’re thankful for—family, friends, pets, favorite foods, or fun activities. Decorate the edges with bright colors, leaves, pumpkins, or stickers.

Join us for a creative and collaborative experience at the library’s Sewing Club!

Children join the world of imagination and wonder.  Fascinating tales and adventures await you at our story time.

In this hands-on STEM program, kids will explore the basics of patterns, geometry, and texture as they use yarn or string to “draw” animals and fun shapes on paper, creating cool 3D effects.

Children, Tweens, and Teens unlock your coding potential with Cyber Squad at the library! Join us and become part of the team where creativity meets technology.

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!

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.

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

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

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.  

Looking for a creative outlet and a chance to unwind? Join us for Chat & Craft, a monthly program where adults can enjoy casual conversation while working on a fun, library-provided craft project.

Teens, get creative this holiday season! Make unique ornaments using natural or upcycled materials—pinecones, branches, scraps, and more. No budget needed—just bring your creativity and holiday spirit.

TEENS! Learn a NEW LIFE SKILL! How to count back change.

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.

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

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!

Celebrate National Games Month with a throwback favorite! First, we’ll play a classic retro video game where two famous brothers jump, race, and power-up their way through adventures.

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

We live so much of our lives online—but what happens to our digital accounts over time? Your Digital Life: Now & Later is a practical workshop that helps you take control of your online presence.

As part of International Game Month, we’re bringing a board game to life with a wild twist. First, dive into a jungle-themed board game—where dice rolls can change everything!

Join us for a creative and collaborative experience at the library’s Sewing Club!

Children join the world of imagination and wonder.  Fascinating tales and adventures await you at our story time.