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Colorful Characters

11:00am–12:00pm
Children
McAlester Public Library
Library Branch: McAlester Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Let your imagination run wild as you bring your own "Colorful Character" to life using fabric, buttons, yarn, and other fun scraps!

This event is in the "Toddlers" group

Wiggle Worms: The Art of Bubbles

10:00am–10:30am
Toddlers
McAlester Public Library
Library Branch: McAlester Public Library
Room: Whiteacre Room AB
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime

Get ready for a bubbly adventure with The Art of Bubbles! Explore the science and creativity behind bubbles as we experiment with different bubble solutions and design our own bubble wands.

This event is in the "Teens" group

The Art of Kawaii Journaling

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens
McAlester Public Library
Library Branch: McAlester Public Library
Room: Whiteacre Room AB
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Arts & Crafts

📒✨ Kawaii Journaling for Teens! 🎀🖊️

This event is in the "Children" group

Color Your World - Blending Brilliance

3:30pm–4:30pm
Children
Nelda Clark Myers Public Library (Quinton)
Library Branch: Nelda Clark Myers Public Library (Quinton)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Ready to mix, blend, and create stunning colors like a true artist?

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This event is in the "Teens" group

Color Our World: Exploring STEM Through Berry Crisps

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

Cooking/Healthy Eating Styles

This program will explore healthy food facts by selecting, discussing, and/or making the recipe from supplied guidelines, then we all get together to taste test finished products!

We’ll dive into the delicious world of baking while uncovering the science behind it.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Sewing Club: Collage Quilt

11:00am–12:30pm
Everyone
McAlester Public Library
Library Branch: McAlester Public Library
Room: Whiteacre Room AB
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Arts & Crafts

Get creative with Collage Quilt! In this hands-on craft, we’ll combine fabric, paper, and mixed media elements to design a unique quilt-inspired piece.

This event is in the "Children" group

Color Our World: Wonder Tales

3:30pm–4:00pm
Children
Hartshorne Public Library
Library Branch: Hartshorne Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime

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

This event is in the "Teens" group

Color Your World - Blending the Spectrum

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Nelda Clark Myers Public Library (Quinton)
Library Branch: Nelda Clark Myers Public Library (Quinton)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Are you ready to take your art to the next level?

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This event is in the "Children" group

Color Our World: Frozen Treasure Hunt: Ice Excavation STEM Adventure!

4:00pm–4:45pm
Children
Hartshorne Public Library
Library Branch: Hartshorne Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Get ready for a cool science adventure! In this exciting STEM project, kids will become little scientists as they uncover hidden treasures trapped in ice.

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

Cyber Squad: Pixel Art

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

Join Cyber Squad for a digital-meets-hands-on adventure with Pixel Art! Learn how to create awesome retro-style designs, whether on graph paper or digitally.

This event is in the "Toddlers" group

Color Your World - Fingerprint Zoo & Story

10:00am–11:00am
Toddlers
Nelda Clark Myers Public Library (Quinton)
Library Branch: Nelda Clark Myers Public Library (Quinton)
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Enjoy a story and STEM activity. Get ready for a wild adventure in art that’s perfect for your little one!

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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.
This event is in the "Adults" group

Loop It Up: God's Eye & Mandala Fun

2:00pm–4:30pm
Adults
Hartshorne Public Library
Library Branch: Hartshorne Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Arts & Crafts

In this fun and relaxing craft session  we’ll make beautiful String Mandalas and God's Eyes (Ojo de Dios). These traditional yarn crafts are easy to learn.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Color Your World - Shutter Vibes - Color Pop!

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Nelda Clark Myers Public Library (Quinton)
Library Branch: Nelda Clark Myers Public Library (Quinton)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion Groups, Workshop
Event Details:

Shutter Vibes: Color Pop!

A Teen Photography Series

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This event is in the "Teens" group

The Odd Squad: Crumpled Paper Painting

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:

Get messy and creative with Crumpled Paper Painting! In this fun and textured craft, you'll crumple paper to create a unique surface, then add vibrant colors and paint to turn it into a beautiful masterpiece.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

From Grooves to Gigabytes: Digitizing Your Music Collection

10:00am–11:00am
Everyone
Hartshorne Public Library
Library Branch: Hartshorne Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Do you have old CDs or vinyl records collecting dust? Bring them back to life in our Digi Lab!

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

Little Picassos

11:00am–12:00pm
Toddlers, Children
McAlester Public Library
Library Branch: McAlester Public Library
Room: Whiteacre Room AB
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Arts & Crafts

🎨 Little Picassos: Velocity Painting Fun! 🖌️💨

This event is in the "Toddlers" group

Wiggle Worms

10:00am–10:30am
Toddlers
McAlester Public Library
Library Branch: McAlester Public Library
Room: Whiteacre Room AB
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime

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

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Books & Backyard Fun: A Bookmobile Visit with Outdoor Games!

11:30am–1:30pm
Everyone
Hartshorne Public Library
Library Branch: Hartshorne Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Explore a fantastic selection of books and then step outside for some classic outdoor fun. Try your skills with hula hoops, and more!

This event is in the "Everyone" group

How to Digitize Your Old Music Collection

2:30pm–3:30pm
Everyone
McAlester Public Library
Library Branch: McAlester Public Library
Room: Small Conference Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music, Technology Class
Event Details:

Technology

Classes presented in both Instructional and informational format to introduce customers to basic computer, tablet, and phone software.

Give your treasured tunes a new life! Learn how to convert your CDs, cassettes, and vinyl records into digital files you can enjoy anytime, anywhere.

This event is in the "Children" group

Color Your World - Beads of Color

3:30pm–4:30pm
Children
Nelda Clark Myers Public Library (Quinton)
Library Branch: Nelda Clark Myers Public Library (Quinton)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Have you ever seen color float on water like magic? In this fun and creative experiment, we’ll drop water onto special paper and watch as it holds its shape like tiny beads! Then, we’ll add different colors and se

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This event is in the "Everyone" group

Sewing Club: Japanese Embroidery

11:00am–12:30pm
Everyone
McAlester Public Library
Library Branch: McAlester Public Library
Room: Whiteacre Room AB
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Arts & Crafts

Explore the delicate art of Japanese Embroidery! In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn traditional stitching techniques to create intricate designs inspired by Japanese embroidery.

This event is in the "Children" group

Color Our World: Wonder Tales

3:30pm–4:00pm
Children
Hartshorne Public Library
Library Branch: Hartshorne Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime

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

This event is in the "Teens" group

Color Your World - Twisted Color Masterpieces

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Nelda Clark Myers Public Library (Quinton)
Library Branch: Nelda Clark Myers Public Library (Quinton)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Ready to create art that moves? In this exciting workshop, you'll use string and paint to create your own Twisted Color Masterpiece!

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This event is in the "Children" group

Color Our World: Forks & Fun: Painting with a Twist!

4:00pm–4:45pm
Children
Hartshorne Public Library
Library Branch: Hartshorne Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Arts & Crafts

Children will explore a unique painting technique that turns ordinary forks into amazing art tools. They’ll experiment with textures, patterns, and colors to create beautiful, one-of-a-kind masterpieces.