Southern Prairie Library

Mosaics @ 6 p.m.
2025-06-23 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.

Learning with STEM @ 10 a.m.
2025-06-23 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-06-20 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-06-16 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-06-13 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-06-09 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-06-06 10:00 - 11:00
Learning with STEM is HERE for Summer 2025!

Presented by the OSU Rural Renewal Initiative

Get ready to explore, experiment, and discover all summer long at the Altus Public Library! Every Monday and Friday, we’re diving into exciting science, technology, engineering, and math activities designed to spark curiosity and creativity.

–June 2 – July 25
–Mondays & Fridays at 10 AM
–Altus Public Library, 421 N Hudson St.
–For ages 4 and up
–FREE Admission

Each session brings something new — from wild experiments to fun hands-on challenges. Bring the kids and let’s make this summer STEM-sational!

Lego Club @ 2 p.m.
2025-06-21 14:00 - 15:00
Join us for the second of our twice-a-month LEGO Club meetups—a perfect way to spark creativity, make new friends, and enjoy some weekend fun at the library! We’ll supply the bricks, you bring the imagination.

Stay tuned for more Saturday activities throughout the summer!

Family Friday @ 2 p.m.
2025-06-20 14:00 - 15:00
Family Friday is Back – with Tangrams & Tech!

Join us for another round of Tangram Puzzle fun at the Altus Public Library on Friday, June 20th at 2 PM!

We’re bringing back this popular program where families can play, learn, and solve puzzles together using custom Tangram sets created with our very own Glowforge laser cutter!

Registration required by June 16 to ensure we have enough puzzle sets for everyone!

Don’t miss out on this creative and collaborative event — call or stop by the library to register today!

Ya Ya Yarn @ 11 a.m.
2025-06-20 11:00 - 12:00
Join the Ya Ya Yarn Crew!

Calling all yarn lovers! Whether you knit, crochet, loom, or just love a good tangle of thread — our Ya Ya Yarn group is the perfect place to connect, create, and unwind.

Bring your current project or start something new. All skill levels are welcome — from total beginner to yarn wizard!

Let’s stitch, chat, and craft some cozy community together.

Closed - Juneteenth
2025-06-19

Story Time & Craft @ 11 a.m.
2025-06-18 11:00 - 12:00
Join us at the library this Wednesday at 11 a.m. for Story Time and Craft!
The theme for June 18th is Color Our World! The activity is coloring sheets!
Let’s read together and get creative with fun activities!

Tween Tuesday @ 2 p.m.
2025-06-17 14:00 - 15:00
Calling all tweens ages 12 & up!

Have you ever wanted to decorate your own tote bag? Now’s your chance! We’ll provide the materials — just bring your design ideas.

We’ll all end up with our own one-of-a-kind designs!

Chair Yoga @ 11 a.m.
2025-06-17 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-06-12 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-06-10 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-06-05 11:00 - 12:00
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.

Jackson County Health Department Community Outreach @ 12 p.m.
2025-06-16 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 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!

Craft & Game Day @ 2 p.m.
2025-06-14 14:00 - 15:00
Join us for Craft & Game Day!
Kids have their choice of a fun craft or a fun game to play with others. It’s totally up to you what you do!

Zumba Gold @ 4 p.m.
2025-06-12 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-05 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.

Children's Rock Band "Sugar Free Allstars" at the Altus Community Center @ 2 p.m.
2025-06-12 14:00 - 15:00
Please join us for children’s rock band “Sugar Free Allstars” on Thursday, June 12th, 2025!
The Altus program will be at the Altus Community Center, 401 Falcon Road, at 2:00 p.m.
The Hollis program will be at the Hollis Civic Center, 208 W. Jones Street, at 10:00 a.m.
The programs are approximately 45 minutes long and are suitable for all ages. Please join us!!!

Group Connections @ 3:30 p.m.
2025-06-11 15:30 - 17:30
June Group Connections: Color Our World
Join us Wednesday, June 11th at 3:30 p.m. for a creative and fun-filled afternoon at the Altus Public Library!

We’ll be making macramé keychains, experimenting with watercolor painting, enjoying a healthy snack, and sending you home with a goodie bag!

This event is part of the Parents as Teachers program through the Great Plains Youth and Great Plains Youth & Family Services, Inc. – Altus, which supports families with children up to age 6. It’s a great opportunity to connect with other families while engaging in hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and community!

This program is brought to you by a collaboration between the Great Plains Youth & Family Services and the Altus Public Library.

Questions or want to learn more about the Parents as Teachers program? Come chat with us!

Story Time & Craft @ 11 a.m.
2025-06-11 11:00 - 12:00
Join us at the library this Wednesday at 11 a.m. for Story Time and Craft!
The theme for June 11th is Father’s Day! The activity is a tie craft!
Let’s read together and get creative with fun activities!

Tween Tuesday @ 2 p.m.
2025-06-10 14:00 - 15:00
Tween Tuesday Kicks Off with a GREEN THUMB!

Calling all tweens ages 12 & up!

Join us for our very first Tween Tuesday of the summer — and we’re getting our hands dirty in the best way!

Have you ever wanted to grow your own garden? Now’s your chance! We’ll provide the materials — just bring your curiosity and creativity. Let’s dig in and start something beautiful!

STEAM Showcase @ 3:30 p.m.
2025-06-09 15:30 - 17:30
Join us for our STEAM Showcase!

Come explore, experiment, and experience all the amazing tech at the Altus Public Library on
Monday, June 9th from 3:30 – 5:30 PM!

-This event is FREE and open to the public
–Families can drop in anytime during the hours of the showcase
–See awesome tech tools up close—and even try some out!

What can you check out?
–Nintendo Switches
–Wireless VR Headset
–Gaming laptops with Minecraft
–3D Printers
– Glowforge Laser Cutter

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

Lego Club @ 2 p.m.
2025-06-07 14:00 - 15:00
We’re kicking off our special June & July Saturday programs with a crowd favorite: Lego Club!

Join us for the first of our twice-a-month LEGO Club meetups—a perfect way to spark creativity, make new friends, and enjoy some weekend fun at the library! We’ll supply the bricks, you bring the imagination.

Stay tuned for more Saturday activities throughout the summer!

Magician Jonathan Meyer @ the Altus Community Center @ 2 p.m.
2025-06-05 14:00 - 15:00
Please join us for an interactive magic show with professional magician Jonathan Meyer on Thursday, June 5th, 2025!
The Altus program will be at the Altus Community Center, 401 Falcon Road, at 2:00 p.m.
The Hollis program will be at the Hollis Civic Center, 208 W. Jones Street, at 10:00 a.m.
The programs are approximately 45 minutes long and are suitable for all ages. Please join us!!!

STEAM Day @ 2 p.m.
2025-06-04 14:00 - 15:00
STEAM Day: Build an Atom! Get ready for a hands-on science adventure! Join us on Wednesday, June 4th at 2 PM for our STEAM Day: Build an Atom program!Parents and kids are invited to explore the building blocks of matter in a fun and creative way — with play dough! Together, we’ll shape protons, neutrons, and electrons, discover how they come together to form atoms, and learn about the Periodic Table of Elements along the way.Come spark your child’s love for science with us!

Story Time & Craft @ 11 a.m.
2025-06-04 11:00 - 12:00
Join us at the library this Wednesday at 11 a.m. for Story Time and Craft!
The theme for June 4th is Summer! The activity is making dotted ice cream!
Let’s read together and get creative with fun activities!
