Ya Ya Yarn @ 5 p.m.
2025-10-07 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago)
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.

Way to Wellness @ 5:30 p.m.
2025-10-07 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-10-14 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-10-21 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-10-28 17:30 - 18:30
Ready to kickstart your journey to better health? Join us for A Way to Wellness! at the Altus Public Library! A FREE 8-week lifestyle workshop designed to help you feel your best, inside and out.

-Starts September 9 from 5:30–6:30 PM at the Altus Public Library, 421 N Hudson St

–Daily value includes: Balanced food choices, Fun ways to stay active, Healthy habits that stick, and Weight loss & wellness support

–Bonus: Free health screenings reviewed by qualified staff + access to local resources!

Open to all—bring a friend and take the first step toward a healthier you.

To register, call Rosalyn Hall at 580-482-7308!

Story Time & Craft @ 11 a.m.
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!

Chair Yoga @ 11 a.m.
2025-10-09 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-14 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-16 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-21 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-23 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-28 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.

Zumba Gold @ 4 p.m.
2025-10-09 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-16 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-23 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.

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!

Tai Chi @ 9:30 a.m.
2025-10-20 09:30 - 10:30, 2025-10-27 09:30 - 10:30
We are excited to be able to offer Tai Chi along with our other exercise programs!

Join our instructor Rosalyn Hall starting Monday August 4, @ 9:30am.

Please call 477-2890, or text 580-564-0400, to register.

Jackson County Health Department Community Outreach @ 12 p.m.
2025-10-20 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!

Will Clinic @ 6 p.m.
2025-10-20 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-22 18:00 - 20:00
Great Plains Literacy Council and Legal Aid of Oklahoma are hosting the Planning for Your Future: Preparing Your Will Clinic.
Monday, October 2oth from 6 PM – 8 PM and Wednesday, October 22nd from 6 PM – 8 PM.
Registration is required for this event, and is open to all whose income is less than $40,ooo yearly. Everyone that registers will need to attend both sessions. The first day will be completing the forms with paralegals present to help. They will then be drafted and finalized on Wednesday, with attorneys present to answer any questions.
Altus Public Library – 421 N. Hudson
(580) 477-2890

Teen Tuesday @ 4 p.m.
2025-10-21 16:00 - 17:00
Teen Tuesday Presents: Roll for a Monster!
Tuesday, October 21st from 4 PM – 5 PM
Let the dice decide how your spooky monster will look! Will they have three eyes? Four mouths? Ten horns? Come join us and see what happens!
Altus Public Library – 421 N. Hudson
(580) 477-2890

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!
