Upcoming Events

Grab a friend, or come solo and make a new one, for this playful twist on the classic self-portrait! You’ll take turns painting each other, no artistic experience needed (the fun is in the mess!). All supplies are provided and it’s totally free.

Join us for a special storytime with Pete the cat! Whether you're a cat lover or a cat owner, this program is perfect for little ones who enjoy stories and hands-on fun.

The movements of the Chinese martial art Tai Chi can help adults
reduce the risk of falling, increase balance, and increase flexibility.
This six-week class teaches participants ways to improve their

We color every Thursday afternoon.  Come and join us.  We have everything you need to color.  We even furnish a picture.  Come and visit while you color.  Sure to be a fun time at the library.

Join us for a creative and colorful craft session where kids will turn ordinary rocks into adorable cactus "pet plants!" Using paint, googly eyes, and small pots, children will design and decorate their own cactus rock that never needs watering.

Join us for an afternoon of fill-in-the-blank word games and creative writing! Take turns responding to prompts and work together to create new stories by selectively omitting words for the silliest results!

Ever wanted to learn how to hatch chickens?  Well this is the class for you.  Come and join us.    Everyone is welcome.

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

We’re diving into the world of clay! Whether you want to sculpt something totally abstract or create a figurine, this is your space to get creative.

Grab your friends and head to the library for After the Bell! Enjoy a fun afternoon filled with board games, card games, and group challenges. Whether you're competitive or just in it for the laughs, there’s something for everyone!

This week’s Crafternoon features a fun and shiny project—aluminum foil painting! Kids can explore color, texture, and creativity using foil as their canvas. Ages 6 and up

Get ready to explore the world of science, technology, engineering, and math with STEM Squad at the library! This hands-on program invites kids to dive into exciting experiments, build cool projects, and solve fun challenges.

Need to type up a letter, create a flyer, or draft a resume but not sure where to start? Join us for Words Made Simple, a hands-on workshop that guides you through the basics of Microsoft Word and Google Docs.

Join Laura in a guide on digitizing your old media. She'll show how to move home movies stored on VHS tapes to CD's or flash drives, how to restore old images.

This month's focus: Creating and editing documents.

Interactive story time for young children fosters literacy, creativity, and fine motor skills, making learning fun and engaging. This engaging activity boosts language skills, sparks imagination, and enhances cognitive development while foste

 Building camaraderie and community spirit through exercise to prioritize health and well-being.

Children will discover a love for books and develop early literacy skills through engaging stories.

Sensory Story Time is a welcoming, interactive story time designed for all children, including those who prefer a gentler, more flexible environment.

Get ready for a world of creativity and fun as we explore different crafts together. From painting to paper crafts, there's something for everyone. Come unleash your imagination and make new friends in a relaxed, creative environment.

Join us for a fun-filled program where toddlers explore colors, shapes, numbers, and the alphabet through interactive games, songs, and hands-on activities. It's a playful way for little ones to learn and grow!

SAIL (Staying Active and Independent for Life), is a an exercise program developed by the OU Health Sciences Center to help promote long and active lives for individuals.  The program provides a combination of aerobic, balance, strength and s

If you like to crochet, sew, quilt, do needlework and etc. come down to the library for 2 hours of fun and fellowship.   If you don't know how come on down anyway and they can teach you.  

FUN! FUN! FUN! FUN! FUN! 

Well come on down Miss Julie is going to be having another Anime-Con.  Last year was a hit so why not do it again.  Come on down to the library and join us.