Southern Prairie Library

Oil Painting with Michael Snyder @ 6 p.m.
2025-02-26 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-02-27 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
Classes are held at the Altus Public Library (421 N. Hudson) from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Pre-registration and payment required. Registration closes 5 days before class begins. Class size is limited.
Register and make payment in person at the Altus Public Library, 421 N. Hudson, or register by phone at 580-477-2890. Class fees are $35 per session.
Classes are open to all experience levels and are for adults and students ages 16 years and older.
For more information, please contact the Altus Public Library at 580-477-2890.

Chair Yoga @ 11 a.m.
2025-02-27 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-04 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-06 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-11 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-13 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-18 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-20 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-25 11:00 - 12:00 and 3 more dates
Chair Yoga is taught by licensed instructor Erin Martinez.
This free event is held every Tuesday and Thursday from 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. at the Altus Public Library.
You will learn safe and easy exercises to keep your muscles and joints strong as well as tips on proper breathing.
For more information, or to sign up, call the Altus Public Library at 580-477-2890.

Zumba Gold @ 4 p.m.
2025-02-27 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-06 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-13 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-20 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-27 16:00 - 17:00
Zumba Gold is taught by licensed instructor Janel Picinich.
This free event is held every Thursday from 4 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. at the Altus Public Library.
The health benefits of Zumba Gold include a full body workout, calorie burning, adaptability of any fitness level, improved blood pressure, and building endurance!
For more information, or to sign up, call the Altus Public Library at 580-477-2890.

Ya Ya Yarn @ 11 a.m.
2025-02-28 11:00 - 12:00
Join us at the library for YA YA Yarn today at 11 a.m.! Whether you’re knitting or crocheting, bring your projects and enjoy a morning of crafting and company.

Ya Ya Yarn @ 6 p.m.
2025-03-04 18:00 - 19:00
Join us at the Altus Public Library at 6 p.m. for YA YA Yarn!
Whether you’re knitting or crocheting, bring your projects and enjoy a morning of crafting and company.

Coffee Cup @ 10 a.m. w/ Theresa Gardiner
2025-03-05 10:00 - 11:00
The Coffee Cup Bunch Friends of the Library welcomes Theresa Gardiner at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 5th, 2025, at the Altus Public Library, 421 N. Hudson.

Theresa will review, “Home to Harmony,” by Philip Gulley.

This event is free and open to the public. We hope you will join us!!

Health Department Community Outreach
2025-03-17 12:00 - 13:30
Do you have questions about food assistance, insurance, local services or specialized help? Thanks to a partnership with the District 5 Southwest Oklahoma County Health Departments, help is available!
A Community Health Worker (CHW) can help you navigate your unique situation. Stop by the Altus Public Library, 421 N. Hudson, from 12:00 to 1:30 PM on the dates listed in the poster below. There will be a CHW here to help you find the right solutions to your specific needs.
This program is FREE and open to the public! Come see us!

Brush and Ink @ 6 p.m.
2025-03-24 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-03-25 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-03-26 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-03-27 18:00 - 20:00

Ya Ya Yarn @ 11 a.m.
2025-03-28 11:00 - 12:00
Join us at the Altus Public Library at 11 a.m. for YA YA Yarn!
Whether you’re knitting or crocheting, bring your projects and enjoy a morning of crafting and company.

The "Grate" Altus Spelling Bee @ 9 a.m. @ Western Oklahoma State College
2025-03-29 09:00 - 12:00
The Great Plains Literacy Council will be holding their annual “Grate” Altus Spelling Bee on Saturday, March 29, 2025 at the Western Oklahoma State College. Please join us! You can sign up to have a Spelling Bee Team or just cheer on your favorite team!

Ya Ya Yarn @ 6 p.m.
2025-04-01 18:00 - 19:00
Do you love yarn? Want to learn how to crochet or knit? Or maybe you just want to hang out with fellow yarn enthusiasts? Ya Ya Yarn is the perfect place for you!

Whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned pro, come join us for a fun and relaxing time. We’ll provide the yarn and crochet hooks, and a staff member will be there to help if you want to learn. Just bring yourself and your love for all things cozy!

No registration required—just drop in and stitch away!

Coffee Cup @ 10 a.m. w/ Elaine Arnold
2025-04-02 10:00 - 11:00
The Coffee Cup Bunch Friends of the Library welcomes Elaine Arnold at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025, at the Altus Public Library, 421 N. Hudson.
Elaine will review the best-selling novel, “The World Played Chess,” by Robert Dugoni.

This event is free and open to the public. We hope you will join us!!
