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Alchemist Academy: Secret Message Science

All Day 8/1–8/31
Children
SEOLS Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: SEOLS Bookmobile
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Start the school year with a little mystery on the Bookmobile!

This event is in the "Children" group

Back to School Coloring Bash

All Day 8/1–8/31
Children
SEOLS Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: SEOLS Bookmobile
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Get ready for a colorful start to the school year with our Back to School Coloring Bash! Climb aboard the Bookmobile and kick off the new semester with fun coloring sheets featuring pencils, books, backpacks, and friendly classroom scenes

This event is in the "Teens" group

Back-to-School DIY Notebooks

All Day 8/1–8/31
Teens
SEOLS Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: SEOLS Bookmobile
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity and design your own note book! Customize the cover, decorate the pages, and make it uniquely yours—whether it’s for sketching, journaling, or collecting inspiration. All supplies provided!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Painted Forest: A Nature-Inspired Art Experience

All Day 8/1–8/31
Teens
SEOLS Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: SEOLS Bookmobile
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Step into a world of color and creativity as we bring the forest to life on canvas! Using vibrant paints and artistic techniques, create your own woodland masterpiece inspired by towering trees, misty landscapes, and enchanted forests.

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Photography

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This event is in the "Adults" group

Wise and Playful

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Choctaw County Public Library (Hugo)
Library Branch: Choctaw County Public Library (Hugo)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Mental and Physical Health
Event Details:

The public library's adult board games program offers a nostalgic and engaging escape. Participants enjoy an array of strategic and classic games, fostering camaraderie and mental stimulation.

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

Book Bugs Storytime

10:00am–11:00am
Toddlers, Children
Stigler Public Library
Library Branch: Stigler Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Celebrate the season with our Harvest Time Storytime! We’ll read stories about gardens, farms, and the joys of harvesting fresh fruits and veggies. After the stories, kids will create their own fun tractor craft to take home.

This event is in the "Children" group

Creation Station

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children
Idabel Public Library
Library Branch: Idabel Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Event Details:

Program for this week the kids will be Building a Popsicle Stick Bridge..   This is sure to be an exciting program and super fun.  Children come on down to the library and join Miss Sherri.  This will be a STEM program.

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

Creative Corner

3:30pm–4:30pm
Children, Teens
Spiro Public Library
Library Branch: Spiro Public Library
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Kids and tweens/ teens are invited to get creative with our Craft Stick Dragonflies program! Using craft sticks, buttons, googly eyes, markers, and more, participants will design and build their own vibrant dragonflies to take home.

This event is in the "Children" group

Creative Corner: Children's Craft

3:30pm–4:30pm
Children
Arkoma Public Library
Library Branch: Arkoma Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Let your imagination grow like mushrooms in this fun and creative craft time! Kids will use paper plates, paint, and a little crafty magic to create their own colorful mushrooms—perfect for pretend play, fairy gardens, or whimsical room décor.

This event is in the "Children" group

Craft and Create: Paper Squishes!

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children
Heavener Public Library
Library Branch: Heavener Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Discussion Groups, Other
Event Details:

Arts & Crafts

Squish, squeeze, and create! In this hands-on crafting session, participants will design and assemble their own custom paper squishies—soft, puffy creations made from simple materials like paper, markers, and tape.

This event is in the "Teens" group

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Crochet for Starters: Loops & Learning

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Patrick Lynch Public Library (Poteau)
Library Branch: Patrick Lynch Public Library (Poteau)
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Ready to dive into a fun and relaxing new hobby? Join us for Crochet for Starters: Loops & Learning, a beginner-friendly workshop where you’ll learn the basics of crochet.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Sewing Club

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

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

This event is in the "Toddlers" group

Tiny Tales

1:00pm–1:30pm
Toddlers
Talihina Public Library
Library Branch: Talihina Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for Tiny Tales, a new program designed for parents and children ages 0-5!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Crafting Connections

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Choctaw County Public Library (Hugo)
Library Branch: Choctaw County Public Library (Hugo)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Mental and Physical Health
Event Details:

Arts & Crafts

The public library's adult craft program is a haven for creativity. Participants, guided by skilled instructors, delve into diverse projects, fostering a sense of community and artistic expression.

This event is in the "Children" group

Shell-tastic Creations

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

Arts & Crafts

We’re going to get creative and make our very own turtles using recycled egg cartons! These little critters are not only fun to make, but they also help us learn how to reuse everyday items to create something totally unique.

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, Outreach, Community Information, Discussion Groups
Event Details:

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 "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.  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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Crafternoon

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

This week’s Crafternoon is all about silly,Kids will use straws and paint to create their very own wild and wacky paint monsters—each one as unique as their imagination.Ages 6 and up

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

KidCraft: Matisse Inspired

4:00pm–5:00pm
Toddlers, Children
Mary Kimberly Public Library (Kiowa)
Library Branch: Mary Kimberly Public Library (Kiowa)
Age Group: Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Arts & Crafts

Join us for KidCraft at the library, where creativity and fun come to life! Kids will explore new art and craft projects, from painting to building, all while learning new skills and expressing their imaginations.

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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 "Children" group

Woof & Write: Dog Story Workshop

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children
Wister Public Library
Library Branch: Wister Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Arts & Crafts

Join us for a creative writing adventure where dogs are the stars!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Chat & Craft

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
McAlester Public Library
Library Branch: McAlester Public Library
Room: Whiteacre Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Arts & Crafts

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.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Happy Hookers Crochet

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Idabel Public Library
Library Branch: Idabel Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Mental and Physical Health
Event Details:

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.