Week Calendar

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.

Play, compete, and have fun with the Nintendo Switch! All ages welcome—try multiplayer games, solo adventures, and discover new favorites in a friendly, screen-safe space.

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!

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!

Join Ms. Robin for stories, songs, and crafts!

Everyone come on down to the library and join us for some Bingo.  Prizes are awarded for wins.    Join us for a fun-filled Bingo Day at the library!

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.

Crockpot Meals 101 & Recipe Swap

Join us at the library for Tyke Tales & Sensory Play — a special storytime designed for toddlers and their caregivers!

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!

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!

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

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

Children of all ages, come enjoy a storytime adventure.

Splashtastic Storytime! National Rubber Ducky Day with Ann

Kick off the new year with a fresh look at your digital habits. Learn how to manage screen time, set healthy boundaries, and use tools that help you focus and stay balanced.

Whether you're a seasoned reader or just getting back into books, our Adult Book Club is the perfect place to connect, unwind, and explore the wonderful world of literature.

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

Unwind, socialize, and create in our Adult Crochet Program, where beginners and seasoned stitchers alike learn new techniques, swap tips, and turn simple yarn into one‑of‑a‑kind treasures.

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

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

Waddle on over for some frosty fun!

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

Discover the satisfying art of pattern and color in Adult Craft: String Art! Participants will learn how to create beautiful, snowflake designs by weaving colorful string around pegs.

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

Experience the benefits of yoga without getting down on the floor! Chair Yoga is a gentle form of yoga that uses a chair for support, making it accessible for all ages and fitness levels.

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

 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! 

Tales for Tots is an engaging and interactive storytime designed for young children and their caregivers.

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.

Take time for yourself with Soleful Steppers, a gentle exercise class designed for people of all fitness levels.

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.

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.

Take time for yourself with Soleful Steppers, a gentle exercise class designed for people of all fitness levels.

FUN! FUN! FUN! FUN! FUN! 

The library is partnering with the OSU Extension Office to have a 4th Friday discussion group to discuss community events. This will be part of the Oklahoma Home and Community Education for McCurtain County.

Create your own cozy winter scene in this hands-on art program for teens! Use a mix of materials like paint, paper, and textured elements to design a snowy landscape that captures the magic of the season.

The public library offers a dynamic senior fitness program, fostering health and community engagement. Tailored for seniors, it combines low-impact exercises, flexibility training, and social activities.

Teens will get to play games using cards   This will be a fun and all teens are invited to attend.  Snacks till be served.  Check us out!  Calling all Planeswalkers!

Join us for a fun and cozy movie event designed to help kids learn about friendship and cooperation!

The public library offers a dynamic senior fitness program, fostering health and community engagement. Tailored for seniors, it combines low-impact exercises, flexibility training, and social activities.

Go on an enchanted, guided quest and battle other players in this role playing game.
Adults play at 10 AM
Teens play at 3 PM

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

This month Miss Julie will focus on financial literacy for tweens and teens.  She will have a spokesman from a bank on hand and talk about now to do banking and savings and the ins and outs of the banking business.

Think you know how marshmallows melt? Put it to the test! Join us for a hands-on STEM challenge to see whether one big marshmallow or a layer of little ones melts faster in hot chocolate.

Step into the world of Pocket Monsters while exploring science, strategy, and creativity!

  Looking for a creative outlet and a fun way to unwind? Join us for our Adult Craft Program — a welcoming space to explore your artistic side, try something new, and connect with others in the community.

Join us for a high-energy, fun free-for-all gaming session where everyone can jump in and play. No teams, no pressure—just non-stop action, friendly competition, and loads of laughs.

In this creative session you’ll transform simple jars into beautiful lanterns using paints, tissue paper, and your imagination.

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

Get ready to unleash your creativity this winter! Participants of all ages — children, tweens, and teens — will transform smooth rocks into adorable penguins, complete with tiny faces, wings, and scarves.

Join us for Gaming Hour at the Library with Gaming Warriors, where fun, strategy, and creativity come together!

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 week will be a Mixed Media Snowman Craft.

Join us for a fun and interactive Life Skills class for teens all about healthy eating tips that actually fit your lifestyle! Learn how to build balanced meals, make smarter snack choices, and fuel your body and mind for school, sports, and life.

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.

Bring a little winter magic indoors! In this hands-on craft, participants will create their very own snowy jars with sparkling “snow” and charming winter scenes.

Popsicle sticks, glue and paint! 
Learn how to make snowflakes from popsicle sticks.

National Hat Day Storytime with Ann – My Red Hat

Conversation Hanging Hearts (Winter Felt Craft)

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

🥦 KTC Presents: Healthy Eating with OSU Extension 🍎

Join us for a relaxing and welcoming introduction to yoga! This beginner-friendly class focuses on gentle stretching, mindful breathing, and simple poses to help improve flexibility, balance, and relaxation.

Join fellow book lovers for an engaging evening of conversation and community at Fiction Fanatics Book Club. Each month, we explore a new title—ranging from contemporary fiction and literary classics to thought-provoking nonfiction.