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

Tales & Textures

3:30pm–4:30pm
Toddlers, Children
Latimer County Public Library (Wilburton)
Library Branch: Latimer County Public Library (Wilburton)
Room: Franklin Electric Conference Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Child Care Literacy, Games, Music, Storytime
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Storytime

Join us for Sensory Stories, where imagination and exploration come to life! Through interactive storytelling and sensory experiences, we’ll engage young minds and spark creativity.

This event is in the "Children" group

Chalk the Walk

4:00pm–4:30pm
Children
Hartshorne Public Library
Library Branch: Hartshorne Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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Arts & Crafts

In this fun outdoor program just for kids, young artists will use bright chalk to draw, doodle, and design their own sidewalk masterpieces outside the library. Whether it’s flowers, rockets, or silly creatures—anything goes!

This event is in the "Teens" group

TeenTober - Craft Circle (Halloween Glitter Globes)

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: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Arts & Crafts

Get into the spooky spirit this TeenTober by creating your very own Halloween-themed diamond art magnets! Kids will enjoy picking a design and adding sparkling gems to make a dazzling decoration.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Thinking Thursday

9:00am–5:00pm
Everyone
Heavener Public Library
Library Branch: Heavener Public Library
Room: Heavener Main Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion Groups
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Discussion Groups

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

Unleash your imagination at Thinking Thursday! Each week, we’ll start with a single, random line—your challenge is to turn it into a complete drawing.

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: Music, Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime

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!

This event is in the "Children" group

Exploration Station Sensory Play

10:00am–11:00am
Children
Stigler Public Library
Library Branch: Stigler Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
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Join us for our newest program, Exploration Station! It's a fun-filled sensory play program at the library. This program offers hands-on activities that engage all the senses, from touch and sound to sight and smell.

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

Little Tyke's Thursday Tales

10:00am–11:00am
Toddlers, Adults
Choctaw County Public Library (Hugo)
Library Branch: Choctaw County Public Library (Hugo)
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Adults
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime

 

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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

Move and Mingle Meet up (For All Ages)

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Idabel Public Library
Library Branch: Idabel Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Mental and Physical Health
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Join us for an hour of moving and grooving with a little mingle in the middle.  Tuesday and Thursday are exercise days at the library.   Libraries aren’t just for reading — they’re for moving, too!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Stay Active & Independent for Life (SAIL)

11:30am–12:30pm
Adults
Patrick Lynch Public Library (Poteau)
Library Branch: Patrick Lynch Public Library (Poteau)
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Staying Active and Independent for Life (SAIL) is a fitness program for older adults, which can be done sitting or standing performing exercise that improves strength ,balance and fitness is critical for staying active and reducing the risk of fal

This event is in the "Adults" group

Outside the Lines Coloring

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Idabel Public Library
Library Branch: Idabel Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

We color every Thursday afternoon.  Come and join us.  Take a break from the busy world and join us for Color Hour at the Library — a peaceful time for creativity, self-expression, and stress-free fun.

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

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:

Games

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.

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

TeenTober Circuit Fireflies

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
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Dive into the captivating world of circuits! Experience hands-on projects that spark innovation, and let your imagination soar as you explore interactive circuits that glow and bring fireflies to life.

This event is in the "Teens" group

TeenTober All Together Chalk

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

Take your Fall TeenTober creativity to the sidewalk—literally! This sidewalk art program is for teens who want to make bold Fall/TeenTober, or just plain awesome chalk designs.

This event is in the "Children" group

Crafternoon: Monster Straw Rockets

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children
Patrick Lynch Public Library (Poteau)
Library Branch: Patrick Lynch Public Library (Poteau)
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Arts & Crafts

Monster Straw Rockets

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

Smart Cookies: A STEM Baking Adventure

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

Join us for a sweet adventure in STEM! At this program, kids will explore the science of baking, experiment with color mixing, design edible art, and learn how STEM plays a role in making the perfect sugar cookie.

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

Storytime Adventures & Creations with Ann

4:00pm–5:00pm
Toddlers, Children
Coal County Public Library (Coalgate)
Library Branch: Coal County Public Library (Coalgate)
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Arts & Crafts

Even Grouchy Ladybugs Need Hugs! Help share your smile with a ladybug this National Smile Day!

This event is in the "Teens" group

TeenTober - Cupcake Decorating

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Stigler Public Library
Library Branch: Stigler Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Teens will decorate cupcakes with a variety of fun things, including monster eyes, candy corn, and more! 

This event is in the "Children" group

Backyard Explorers

4:00pm–5:30pm
Children
McAlester Public Library
Library Branch: McAlester Public Library
Room: Whiteacre Room AB
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Discussion Groups
Event Details:

Embark on a fun and educational adventure at Backyard Explorers at the library! This exciting program invites curious kids and families to explore the wonders of nature!

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

Enchanted Tales

10:00am–11:00am
Toddlers, Adults
Heavener Public Library
Library Branch: Heavener Public Library
Age Group: Toddlers, Adults
Program Type: Child Care Literacy, Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime

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

This event is in the "Adults" group

1st Annual Author Con

10/03/2025 @ 10:00am–10/04/2025 @ 2:00pm
Adults
Idabel Public Library
Library Branch: Idabel Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Visit, Book Club, Discussion Groups, Workshop
Event Details:

Join us for a special Author Meet & Greet at the library!  Authors from all over McCurtain County will convene in one spot to talk books.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Community Exercise and Camaraderie

10:15am–11:30am
Adults
Latimer County Public Library (Wilburton)
Library Branch: Latimer County Public Library (Wilburton)
Room: Franklin Electric Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Senior Care, Community Information, Mental and Physical Health
Event Details:

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

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

Story Sprouts

10:30am–11:00am
Toddlers, Children
Talihina Public Library
Library Branch: Talihina Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Children" group

Little Makers

11:00am–11:30am
Children
Talihina Public Library
Library Branch: Talihina Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

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.