Story Time & Craft @ 11 a.m.
2026-04-29 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
April Story Time is Here!
Join us at the Altus Public Library all month long for stories and crafts designed for ages Pre-K & up! Each week brings a brand-new theme and a fun hands-on activity your little ones will love.
April Story Time Schedule (11 AM):
April 1 (Wed) – Ducks | Craft: Duck Finger Puppets
April 8 (Wed) – Books | Craft: DIY Bookmarks
April 14 (Tues) – Bilingual Story Time: Colors | Craft: Rainbow Dot Marker Pages
April 22 (Wed) – Earth Day | Craft: Earth Craft
April 29 (Wed) – Music | Craft: DIY Maracas
Bring your little readers for a month full of learning, creativity, and fun!
Altus Public Library – 421 N Hudson
(580) 477-2890

Silent Book Club @ 5 p.m.
2026-04-30 17:00 - 19:00
Looking for a little quiet time to unwind and get lost in a good book?
Join us for our Silent Book Club on Thursday, April 30th from 5 PM – 7 PM!
Bring your current read, something from your TBR pile, or pick out a book from our collection when you arrive. Then settle in and enjoy two peaceful, uninterrupted hours of reading time.
No assigned books. No pressure. Just you, your book, and a cozy space to read.
We hope to see you there!

Silent Book Club @ 11 a.m.
2026-05-04 11:00 - 13:00
Shhh… it’s book club time!
Silent Book Club is happening Monday, May 4th from 11 AM – 1 PM!
Grab your book (or find one here!) and join us for a relaxing couple of hours of uninterrupted reading.
We’ll save you a cozy spot!
421 N. Hudson
580-477-2890

Ya Ya Yarn @ 5 p.m.
2026-05-05 17:00 - 18:00
It’s time for Ya Ya Yarn!

We’re gathering at 5:00 PM for a fun and relaxing morning of knitting, crocheting, and conversation at the Altus Public Library.

Bring your project, grab a seat, and enjoy some creative time with friends. New to yarn crafts? No worries — we’re happy to have you!We can’t wait to see you soon!
Altus Public Library – 421 N Hudson
Tuesday, May 5th
5 PM

Coffee Cup @ 10 a.m. w/ Theresa Gardiner
2026-05-06 10:00 - 11:00
The Coffee Cup Bunch Friends of the Library welcomes Theresa Gardiner at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 6th, 2026, at the Altus Public Library, 421 N. Hudson.
Theresa will review Queen of All Mayhem, a biography of Belle Starr, by Dane Huckelbridge. Why did a woman who had considerable advantages, including a good family, a decent education, solid marriage prospects, and a clear path to financial security, choose to pursue a life of crime? Please join us to learn about the life and mysterious death of Belle Starr!
This event is free and open to the public. We hope you will join us!!

Story Time & Craft @ 11 a.m.
2026-05-06 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-13 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-27 11:00 - 12:00
May Story Time is Here!
Join us at the Altus Public Library this May for a month full of fun, learning, and creativity during Story Time! Perfect for ages Pre-K & up, each week brings a new theme and hands-on activity your little ones will love.
May Lineup:
May 6 (Wednesday) –
Theme: Mother’s Day
Craft: Handprint Flower
May 13 (Wednesday) –
Theme: Yoga
Activity: Yoga Poses
May 19 (Tuesday) – Bilingual Story Time!
Theme: Ice Cream
Craft: Paper Ice Cream
May 27 (Wednesday) –
Theme: Summer
Craft: Paper Plate Fan
Story Time begins at 11 AM each day!
421 N. Hudson
580-477-2890
Bring your kiddos and enjoy stories, crafts, and lots of smiles with us! We can’t wait to see you there.

Chair Yoga @ 11 a.m.
2026-05-07 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-12 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-14 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-19 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-21 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-26 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-28 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.
2026-05-07 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-14 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-21 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-28 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.

Jackson County Health Department Community Outreach @ 10:30 a.m.
2026-05-12 10:30 - 11:30
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 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM Tuesday, February 10th! 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!

Family Fun Day @ 4 p.m.
2026-05-15 16:00 - 17:00
Join us for Family Friday at the Library!
Join us at the Altus Public Library for a colorful and creative afternoon of fun!
Friday, May 15th
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
This month, we’re making Cloud Dough!
With just two simple ingredients, kids will create their own soft, fun (non-edible) dough to play with and take home!
It’s the perfect hands-on activity for families to enjoy together. We can’t wait to see you there!
421 N. Hudson
580-477-2890

2026-05-16 14:00 - 15:00
ATTENTION ALL BUILDERS!!!
Join us Saturday, April 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!
421 N. Hudson
580-477-2890

Bilingual Story Time & Craft @ 11 a.m.
2026-05-19 11:00 - 12:00

Closed - Memorial Day
2026-05-25
The Altus Public Library will be closed on Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day.
We will re-open at our normal hours on Tuesday, May 26th.

Ya Ya Yarn @ 11 a.m.
2026-05-29 11:00 - 12:00
It’s time for Ya Ya Yarn!

We’re gathering at 11:00 AM for a fun and relaxing morning of knitting, crocheting, and conversation at the Altus Public Library.

Bring your project, grab a seat, and enjoy some creative time with friends. New to yarn crafts? No worries — we’re happy to have you!We can’t wait to see you soon!
Altus Public Library – 421 N Hudson
Friday, May 29th
11 AM
