Story Time & Craft @ 11 a.m.
2025-04-09 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Join us at the library this Wednesday at 11 a.m. for Story Time and Craft!
The theme for April 9th is Apples! The activity is making an apple headband!
Let’s read together and get creative with fun activities!

Chair Yoga @ 11 a.m.
2025-04-10 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-04-15 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-04-17 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-04-22 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-04-24 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-04-29 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-05-01 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-05-06 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.
2025-04-10 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-04-17 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-04-24 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-01 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.

Mad Science @ 4:30 p.m.
2025-04-11 16:30 - 17:30
Get Ready to Take Off with Mad Science!

Join us for “The Fantasy of Flight”—a thrilling, high-energy science adventure happening on April 11th!

What to Expect:
-A 30-minute science-fueled journey into the wonders of flight!
–Exciting experiments that explore aerodynamics, propulsion, and the magic of air!
–Fun, interactive demonstrations for all ages!

When: Friday, April 11th
Time: 4:30 PM
Where: Altus Public Library – 421 N Hudson St.

FREE & fun for the whole family!

Don’t miss this mad and magical science experience as we explore the fantasy of flight!

Tween Tuesday @ 4 p.m.
2025-04-15 16:00 - 17:00
Hey tweens! The countdown is on—Tween Tuesday is just two weeks away, and we’ve got an action-packed afternoon of Minute to Win It challenges waiting for you! Get ready to test your skills, race against the clock, and tackle wild and wacky tasks before time runs out!

Bring your A-game, a competitive spirit, and get ready for lots of laughs and friendly competition! No registration required—just show up and be ready to have a blast!

Story Time & Craft @ 11 a.m.
2025-04-16 11:00 - 12:00
Join us at the library this Wednesday at 11 a.m. for Story Time and Craft!
The theme for April 16th is Earth Day! The activity is making cardboard roll trees!
Let’s read together and get creative with fun activities!

Group Connections @ 3:30 p.m.
2025-04-16 15:30 - 17:30
April Group Connection: Weather Awareness!

Join us for an afternoon of fun and weather awareness, brought to you through a partnership between the Altus Public Library and Great Plains Youth and Family Services, featuring:

–A book reading about different types of weather
–An enjoyable snack
–An engaging, hands-on parent-child activity

–Plus, every family will receive a take-home bag with helpful items for storm season!

Who Can Attend? This event is designed for children ages 0-6, but any elementary-aged child is welcome!

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the weather while having fun with your little ones!

Family Friday @ 4 p.m.
2025-04-18 16:00 - 17:00
Get ready to dig into some hands-on fun at our next Family Friday! This time, we’re exploring the life cycle of plants—from tiny seeds to blooming flowers! Kids and parents will get to plant their own seeds and learn all about how plants grow.

Come ready to get your hands a little dirty as we discover the magic of plant life together! No registration needed—just bring your curiosity and join the fun!

Lego Club @ 2 p.m.
2025-04-19 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.

Jackson County Health Department Community Outreach @ 12 p.m.
2025-04-21 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!

Plein Air Painting @ 6 p.m.
2025-04-21 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-04-22 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-04-23 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-04-24 18:00 - 20:00
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.

Story Time & Craft @ 11 a.m.
2025-04-23 11:00 - 12:00
Join us at the library this Wednesday at 11 a.m. for Story Time and Craft!
The theme for April 23rd is Big Machines! The activity is building an excavator
Let’s read together and get creative with fun activities!

Ya Ya Yarn @ 11 a.m.
2025-04-25 11:00 - 12:00
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!

Story Time & Craft @ 11 a.m.
2025-04-30 11:00 - 12:00
Join us at the library this Wednesday at 11 a.m. for Story Time and Craft!
The theme for April 30th is Colors! The activity is making tie dye coffee filter rainbows!
Let’s read together and get creative with fun activities!

Ya Ya Yarn @ 6 p.m.
2025-05-06 18:00 - 19:00
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.

Coffee Cup @ 10 a.m.
2025-05-07 10:00 - 11:00
The Coffee Cup Bunch Friends of the Library welcomes Oklahoma Poet Laureate, Jay Snider, at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 7th, 2025, at the Altus Public Library, 421 N. Hudson.

Mr. Snider was recently reappointed as Oklahoma’ s Poet Laureate by Governor Kevin Stitt. Please join us as he shares his award-winning Cowboy Poetry! This event is free and open to the public. We hope you will join us!!

Story Time & Craft @ 11 a.m.
2025-05-07 11:00 - 12:00
Story Time & Craft – All May Long!

Join us every Wednesday at 11 AM at the Altus Public Library for stories, crafts, and tons of fun — perfect for Pre-K and up!

This Week’s theme is space! The activity will be decorating space!

No registration needed — just bring your imagination and get ready to craft with us!
