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Whirl of Wonder-Rainbow Colored Spinner

3:00pm–4:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Coal County Public Library (Coalgate)
Library Branch: Coal County Public Library (Coalgate)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Step into a world of color and motion in this hands-on teen program led by Melisa. Participants will create their own rainbow-colored spinners and watch as the colors blend, swirl, and dance when spun.

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

Essential Oil Mixing

11:30am–12:30pm
Teens, Adults
Talihina Public Library
Library Branch: Talihina Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Other
Event Details:

Learn the basics of essential oil blending in this hands-on program focused on making Thieves Oil, a traditional blend made with clove, lemon, cinnamon, eucalyptus, and rosemary oils.

This event is in the "Children" group

Stemsational Saturday: Dr. Seuss Day

11:30am–12:30pm
Children
Broken Bow Public Library
Library Branch: Broken Bow Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

As a nod to Dr. Seuss Day, we will be doing Dr. Seuss inspired STEM projects, followed by a reading of Cat in the Hat and The Lorax.  We will be doing a red cup tower challenge and making truffala trees.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Garden Club

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
McAlester Public Library
Library Branch: McAlester Public Library
Room: Whiteacre Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Community Information
Event Details:

Join our new Library Garden Club and dig into the joys of gardening with fellow plant enthusiasts!

This event is in the "Children" group

Creation Station

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children
Idabel Public Library
Library Branch: Idabel Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Come and join us at the Creation Station.  Each week children will enjoy different crafts and other activities as well as a snack.  Some weeks kids will be doing a STEM Project.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Creation Station: Pressed Flower Bookmark

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Heavener Public Library
Library Branch: Heavener Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Arts & Crafts

Join us as we create pressed flower bookmarks. All inclusive kit contains the vessel and pressed flowers of your choosing.

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: Poteau Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
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: How to make an Oven Handle Wrap

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

Arts & Crafts

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

This event is in the "Teens" group

Mini Windmill Makers

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Wister Public Library
Library Branch: Wister Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

In this STEM workshop, teens will design and build their own mini windmills, exploring concepts like renewable energy, aerodynamics, and engineering design.

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

Cyber Squad with special guest KTC

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

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.

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

Family Fun Lab- Rainbow Color Snakes

3:30pm–4:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Latimer County Public Library (Wilburton)
Library Branch: Latimer County Public Library (Wilburton)
Room: Franklin Electric Conference Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Discussion Groups
Event Details:

Join us for our enchanting Rainbow Snake Activity! Dive into a world of vibrant colors as we create unique snakes, adorned with beautiful hues that shine brightly.

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, STEM/STEAM, Mental and Physical Health
Event Details:

 Join us for a relaxing 2 hours of crochet, knitting, embroidery, or any needlework you enjoy! Bring your current project or start something new in the company of fellow crafters. All skill levels welcome—beginners included! 

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

Builder's Club: Botanical Flowers & St. Patrick's Day theme

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

Calling all young builders! Join our Builder's Club at the library, where creativity knows no bounds. Where mathematics, engineering, teamwork, and spatial awareness meet creativity and imagination with endless Lego-building possibilities!

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

Floam-STEM

3:30pm–4:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Idabel Public Library
Library Branch: Idabel Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM, Games
Event Details:

Miss Julie will be showing teens/tweens how to make homemade Floam, a textured slime filled with colorful foam beads. This is a STEM activity. Join in on the fun!

This event is in the "Children" group

Gold at the End of the Rainbow

3:30pm–4:30pm
Children
Nelda Clark Myers Public Library (Quinton)
Library Branch: Nelda Clark Myers Public Library (Quinton)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Games, Storytime
Event Details:

Arts & Crafts

Follow the clues, find the leprechaun’s hidden treasure, and create a magical candy rainbow! Kids will enjoy a fun storytime, hunt for gold coins and shamrocks, and explore a colorful STEM experiment that brings rainbows to life.

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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

Create and Control: Water Squishes

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children
Heavener Public Library
Library Branch: Heavener Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Discussion Groups, Workshop, Other
Event Details:

Watch in amazement as your creature takes shape right before your eyes!
Science is so cool! Come hang out with us and make water squishies.

This event is in the "Children" group

Creation Station

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children
Idabel Public Library
Library Branch: Idabel Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Come and join us at the Creation Station.  Each week children will enjoy different crafts and other activities as well as a snack.  Some weeks kids will be doing a STEM Project.

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: Poteau Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
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 "Adults" group

Design Den with Gina

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Coal County Public Library (Coalgate)
Library Branch: Coal County Public Library (Coalgate)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity and curiosity in Design Den, our hands-on adult STEAM program! This session blends art, design, and a touch of practical science as participants paint and personalize wooden planter boxes.

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

Squishy Solutions: A Hands-On STEM Soap Lab

10:30am–11:30am
Tweens, Teens
Spiro Public Library
Library Branch: Spiro Public Library
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Get ready to mix, stretch, & squish! Squishy Solutions: A Hands-On STEM Soap Lab introduces teens & tweens to real-world chemistry by transforming simple ingredients into squishy soap!

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Sewing Club: How to make a Scrap Fabric Organizer

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

Arts & Crafts

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

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

Squishy Solutions: A Hands-On STEM Soap Lab

1:00pm–2:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Arkoma Public Library
Library Branch: Arkoma Public Library
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Get ready to mix, stretch, & squish! Squishy Solutions: A Hands-On STEM Soap Lab introduces teens & tweens to real-world chemistry by transforming simple ingredients into squishy soap!

This event is in the "Children" group

Stem Coaster Creations

3:30pm–4:15pm
Children
Wister Public Library
Library Branch: Wister Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Games

Put physics to the test as you design and build your own mini roller coaster!

This event is in the "Children" group

Penny Power Spinners

4:00pm–4:30pm
Children
Hartshorne Public Library
Library Branch: Hartshorne Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

We’ll explore how spinning works and see how balance and weight help our spinner move. You’ll get to design your own spinner, test it out, and see how long it can spin.