Jackson County Health Department Community Outreach @ 12 p.m.
2025-09-15 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-10-20 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago)
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 TODAY! 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!

Story Time & Craft @ 11 a.m.
2025-09-17 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-24 11:00 - 12:00
September Story Time & Crafts!

Join us every Wednesday in September at 11 AM for stories, crafts, and fun at the Altus Public Library!

Perfect for ages Pre-K & up.

Here’s what we’ve got planned this month!

–September 3rd: Fairytales with a Special Guest Reader! – Craft: Magic Wand
–September 10th: Farm Animals – Craft: Farm Animal Coloring Pages
–September 17th: Fly Guy – Craft: Make Your Own Fly Guy
September 24th: Fall Fun! – Craft: Leaf Wreath

Bring the kids, spark their imagination, and let’s make some memories together!

Group Connections @ 3:30 p.m.
2025-09-17 15:30 - 17:30
Group Connection at the Altus Public Library!

Join us on Wednesday, September 17th at 3:30 PM for a fun and meaningful afternoon as we talk about making friends, being a friend, starting school, and showing kindness.

What to expect:
–A special book reading
–Snacks to enjoy
–A take-home bag

Group Connection is part of the Parents as Teachers program, designed to support families with young children by providing child development resources and encouraging community connections and brought to you through a partnership between the Altus Public Library and Great Plains Youth and Family Services.

We’d love for you and your family to join us!

Family Fun Day @ 4 p.m.
2025-09-19 16:00 - 17:00
Are you ready for Family Fun Day?
Join us Friday, September 19th at 4 PM at the Altus Public Library!
This month, families will get their choice of either making a constellation model using marshmallows and toothpicks, or drawing constellations using star stickers. All supplies will be provided.

LEGO Club @ 2 p.m.
2025-09-20 14:00 - 15:00
Future artists and engineers are invited to join us for Lego Club! Build to your hearts content. Your work will be displayed at the Altus Public Library.

Ya Ya Yarn @ 11 a.m.
2025-09-26 11:00 - 12:00
Attention all yarn addicts!

Join us on Friday, September 26th at 11 AM for our next Ya Ya Yarn meeting! If you’re a total newbie or you have a project you’re working on, everyone is welcome to come! You don’t even have to just knit or crochet! If you work with anything yarn related, you’re more than welcome to come!

Story Time & Craft @ 11 a.m.
2025-10-01 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-08 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-15 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-22 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-29 11:00 - 12:00
October Story Time & Craft Schedule!

Join us every Wednesday at 11 AM for fun stories, themed crafts, and lots of imagination at the Altus Public Library! Perfect for Ages Pre-K and Up!

Here’s what’s coming up:

October 1st – Theme: Ghosts
Craft: Cotton Ball Ghosts

October 8th – Theme: Bears
Craft: Sleeping Bear Plate Craft

October 15th – Theme: Monsters
Craft: Build a Monster

October 22nd – Theme: Pumpkins
Craft: Pumpkin Wrapping

October 29th – Theme: Halloween
Craft: Build a Pumpkin

Altus Public Library – 421 N Hudson St.

(580) 477-2890

Come for the stories, stay for the crafts! See you there!

Silent Book Club @ 11 a.m.
2025-10-06 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for Silent Book Club this morning at 11 AM!

Monday, October 6th from 11 AM – 1 PM
Altus Public Library – 421 N Hudson St.

No assigned reading. No pressure. Just quiet, cozy reading time with fellow book lovers.

Bring your own book or grab one from the library shelves and settle in for two hours of uninterrupted reading bliss.

Perfect for introverts, busy readers, or anyone craving some peaceful book time!

Ya Ya Yarn @ 5 p.m.
2025-10-07 17:00 - 18:00
Calling all yarn lovers!

Whether you’re a seasoned pro with needles and hooks or just picking up yarn for the first time — Ya Ya Yarn is for YOU!

Tuesday, Ocotber 7th at 5 PM
Altus Public Library- 421 N Hudson St.
(580) 477-2890

Bring your current project or come ready to learn something new in a fun, welcoming space. We’ll provide good company, great conversation, and plenty of creative inspiration.

STEAM Day @ 4 p.m.
2025-10-10 16:00 - 17:00
It’s almost time for another STEAM Day at the Altus Public Library!

Join us on Friday, October 10th at 4 PM for Engineering Challenges!

Kids and parents will work together using cups, popsicle sticks, and wooden cubes to see what amazing creations they can build. All supplies will be provided—just bring your creativity (and maybe a spooky smile).

Altus Public Library – 421 N Hudson St.
(580) 477-2890

Closed - Columbus Day
2025-10-13
The Altus Public Library will be closed on Monday, October 13th in observance of the Columbus Day holiday.
We will re-open at our normal hours on Tuesday, October 14th.

Family Fun Day @ 4 p.m.
2025-10-17 16:00 - 17:00
Family Fun Day Presents: Pumpkin Painting!
Friday, October 17th from 4 PM – 5 PM
Come paint a pumpkin at the Altus Public Library!
Artificial pumpkins will be provided.
REGISTRATION IS LIMITED TO 30 PEOPLE.
To register, call or visit the Altus Public Library – 421 N. Hudson
(580) 477-2890

LEGO Club @ 2 p.m.
2025-10-18 14:00 - 15:00
ATTENTION ALL BUILDERS!!!

Join us this Saturday, October 18th, at 2 PM for our next LEGO CLUB!

Builders of all ages are welcome at this program! We’ll provide the Legos, all you need to do is bring your imagination!

When we’re done, all builds will be displayed in our glass case in the Children’s Area of the Altus Public Library for everyone to see until our next Lego Club meeting!

Group Connections @ 3:30 p.m.
2025-10-22 15:30 - 17:30

Silent Book Club @ 5 p.m.
2025-10-23 17:00 - 19:00
Join us for Silent Book Club this evening at 5 PM!

Thursday, October 23rd from 5 PM – 7 PM
Altus Public Library – 421 N Hudson St.

No assigned reading. No pressure. Just quiet, cozy reading time with fellow book lovers.

Bring your own book or grab one from the library shelves and settle in for two hours of uninterrupted reading bliss.

Perfect for introverts, busy readers, or anyone craving some peaceful book time!

Ya Ya Yarn @ 11 a.m.
2025-10-31 11:00 - 12:00
Calling all yarn lovers!

Whether you’re a seasoned pro with needles and hooks or just picking up yarn for the first time — Ya Ya Yarn is for YOU!

Friday, Ocotber 31st at 11 AM
Altus Public Library- 421 N Hudson St.
(580) 477-2890

Bring your current project or come ready to learn something new in a fun, welcoming space. We’ll provide good company, great conversation, and plenty of creative inspiration.

Treats at the Library @ 2:30 p.m.
2025-10-31 14:30 - 17:00
You’re invited to Treats at the Library!
Friday, October 21st from 2:30 PM – 5 PM
Come and enjoy a spooky good time at the Altus Public Library!
No tricks, only treats!
Altus Public Library – 421 N. Hudson
(580) 477-2890

Silent Book Club @ 11 a.m.
2025-11-03 11:00 - 13:00
Shh… it’s time for Silent Book Club!

Take a break from the noise and join us for a cozy afternoon of quiet reading at the Altus Public Library! Bring your current read, pick something from your TBR pile, or grab a new favorite from our shelves — it’s all about relaxing and enjoying some peaceful reading time together.

–Monday, November 3rd
–11 AM – 1 PM
–Altus Public Library

No pressure, no discussion — just you, your book, and the comforting hum of pages turning.

Ya Ya Yarn @ 5 p.m.
2025-11-04 17:00 - 18:00
Kick off your evening with some cozy creativity at Ya Ya Yarn!

All skill levels are welcome—bring your yarn projects or just come and learn something new.

-Tuesday, November 4th at 5 PM
–Altus Public Library – 421 N Hudson St.

Let’s get tangled up in yarn!

Story Time & Craft @ 11 a.m.
2025-11-05 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-12 11:00 - 12:00
Story Time in November!

Cozy up for stories, surprises, and smiles all November long at the Altus Public Library! Each week brings a new theme, new adventures, and plenty of fun for our little book lovers (and their parents too!).

Join us every Wednesday at 11:00 AM for stories and crafts designed to spark imagination and joy! If you can’t make it every week, we have a handy, dandy schedule ready for you to see if there’s anything that sparks your interest!

Here’s what’s coming up:

November 5th – Theme: Reading (in honor of National Family Literacy Month!)
Craft: DIY Bookmarks

November 12th – Theme: It’s a secret! (ft. a special guest reader – Nik Nicole)
Craft: Top Secret (Shhhh!)

November 19th – Theme: Turkey
Craft: Hand Turkey

November 26th – Theme: Thanksgiving
Craft: Thanksgiving Hats

Bring your kiddos, your curiosity, and your cozy fall spirit — we can’t wait to share story time with you!

Group Connection @ 3:30 p.m.
2025-11-05 15:30 - 17:30
We’re Thankful for our next Group Connection at the Altus Public Library.

Join us on Wednesday, November 5 at 3:30 PM for a cozy afternoon filled with culture, traditions, fall fun, and family time!

We’ll be celebrating Native American Heritage Month and Thanksgiving with crafts, snacks, and activities the whole family will enjoy.

Group Connection events are part of the Parents as Teachers program, open to families with young children — a great way to connect, learn, and grow together.

Altus Public Library – 421 N Hudson St.
Wednesday, November 5 @ 3:30 PM

STEAM Day @ 3:30 p.m.
2025-11-07 15:30 - 16:30
Join Us for Our STEAM Showcase

The Altus Public Library invites you and your family to our STEAM Showcase on Friday, November 7th from 3:30 – 4:30 PM!

Come explore the exciting world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) with hands-on activities and demonstrations. This event is open to the public, and families are welcome to drop in anytime during the hour!

What to Expect:
–See demonstrations of our amazing STEAM tools and gadgets
–Try out some of the equipment yourself
–Learn about the cool resources your library offers!

Featured Equipment Includes:
–Wireless VR Headset
–3D Doodle Pens
–Gaming Laptop
–Button Maker
–Nintendo Switch
–And other fun STEAM Kits!

Altus Public Library – 421 N Hudson St.
(580) 477-2890

Bring the whole family and experience how fun learning can be!

Closed - Veterans Day
2025-11-11
