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Summer Reading Program 2025

All Day 5/27 - 8/2
Eastern Oklahoma Library System (All Libraries)
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Library Branch: Eastern Oklahoma Library System (All Libraries)
Age Group: Children, Children 0-5, Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Discussion Groups, Reading Challenges, STEM & Makerspace, Storytime, Infant & Toddler Storytime, Preschool Storytime, Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle, Lecture, History, & Culture, Crafts, Hobbies, & Gaming, Music, Dance, & Film, Classes & Workshops
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In 2025, we invite you to explore a vibrant journey of art and creativity, celebrating the countless ways it enhances our lives!

Mini Canvas

Adult SRP Activity: Mini Canvas for Art Show

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Stilwell Public Library
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Library Branch: Stilwell Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies, & Gaming
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We will be painting mini canvases to enter in our mini art show.

Primary Tie Dye

Primary Tie-Dye

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Follansbee Room at Eufaula Memorial Library
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Library Branch: Eufaula Memorial Library
Room: Follansbee Room
Age Group: Children 6-11
Program Type: STEM & Makerspace
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Create a custom Tie-Dye towel perfect for your day at the beach! 

For ages 6-11

Rich Davis

Drawing with Illustrator, Rich Davis

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room at Grove Public Library
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Library Branch: Grove Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Children 0-5, Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18
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Join us for a special drawing program with children’s book illustrator Rich Davis, known for his playful characters and easy-to-follow drawing style.

Junior Artists- Planetary Marble Painting

Junior Artists- Planetary Marble Painting

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Southeast Room at Muskogee Public Library
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Library Branch: Muskogee Public Library
Room: Southeast Room
Age Group: Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18
Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies, & Gaming
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Art, friends, and a time to be creative are all a part of this Summer Program to help "Color Our World."  This week's project focuses on Planetary Marble Painting.   

Hooplahoma

Hooplahoma

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
City Community Center at Eufaula Memorial Library
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Library Branch: Eufaula Memorial Library
Room: City Community Center
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music, Dance, & Film
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Check out the amazing hoop tricks this Oklahoma girl can do!

The event will be held at the Eufaula Community Center, 121 High St.

Mini Canvas

Come & Go Activity All Day: Pick-up Mini Canvas Paint Kits

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Stilwell Public Library
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Library Branch: Stilwell Public Library
Age Group: Children, Children 0-5, Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: STEM & Makerspace, Crafts, Hobbies, & Gaming, Music, Dance, & Film
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If you are unable to come in for Adult Mini Canvas Painting (ages 18+) Tues, July 1 @ 10:00 am, School Age Mini Canvas Painting (Ages 4-11) Wed, July 2 @ 10:00 am, or Teen Mini Canvas Painting (Ages 12-17) Wed, July 2 @ 2:00 pm, but would still li

Teen Reverse Tie-Dye

Teen Reverse Tie-Dye

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Follansbee Room at Eufaula Memorial Library
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Library Branch: Eufaula Memorial Library
Room: Follansbee Room
Age Group: Young Adult/ Teens 12-18
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Create a custom reverse tie-dye towel for your beach day! 

For ages 12-18

Constellation String Art

Constellation String Art

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Southeast Room at Muskogee Public Library
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Library Branch: Muskogee Public Library
Room: Southeast Room
Age Group: Children, Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18, Family
Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies, & Gaming
Registration Required
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Learn how to weave colorful string into beautiful creations inspired by the constellations. 

children doing crafts

S.T.E.A.M. - Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics Activity

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room at Hulbert Community Library
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Library Branch: Hulbert Community Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children 6-11
Program Type: STEM & Makerspace
Registration Required
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Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Children 0-5
Eufaula Memorial Library
Library Branch: Eufaula Memorial Library
Room: Follansbee Room
Age Group: Children, Children 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
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Creative story time with shared read-aloud and follow-up activity.

Storytime!

10:30am–11:30am
Children, Children 0-5
Q.B. Boydstun Library
Library Branch: Q.B. Boydstun Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Children 0-5
Program Type: Storytime, Preschool Storytime
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Introduce your child to the joys and culture of reading in a fun and positive environment! Storytime introduces children ages 0-4 to books, rhymes, music, and other literacy-based activities.

Bug Day

11:00am–12:30pm
Children, Children 0-5, Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18, Family
John F. Henderson Public Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: John F. Henderson Public Library
Age Group: Children, Children 0-5, Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18, Family
Program Type: STEM & Makerspace, Lecture, History, & Culture
Registration Required
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This year we will not only have "Bug Night" but also "Bug Day." If your kids are not up for the late night adventures of Bug Night, or if they just need double the bugs, join us for our first Bug Day.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Everyone Summer Reading Program - Friday Fun Day

9:00am–6:00pm
Children, Children 0-5, Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18, Adults, Family, Everyone
Tahlequah Public Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Tahlequah Public Library
Room: Creative Studio
Age Group: Children, Children 0-5, Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies, & Gaming
Registration Required
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Join us for a fun day filled with popcorn and crafts!

Story Time

10:00am–10:30am
Children, Children 0-5, Family
Kansas Public Library
Library Branch: Kansas Public Library
Age Group: Children, Children 0-5, Family
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime makes learning fun! Storytime introduces young children to books, rhymes, music, and other literacy-based activities. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

"Buckaroo Bart" Adventures in Roping

11:30am–12:30pm
Children, Children 0-5, Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18, Adults, Family, Everyone
Q.B. Boydstun Library
Library Branch: Q.B. Boydstun Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Children 0-5, Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18, Adults, Family, Everyone
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Join author and Will Rogers Interpreter, "Buckaroo" Bart Taylor, as he shares his love of the "Cherokee Kid" and teaches us a few roping tricks as well!

Nature Mosaics; Using Air Dry Clay

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18, Family
Muskogee Public Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Muskogee Public Library
Room: Southeast Room
Age Group: Children, Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18, Family
Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies, & Gaming
Registration Required
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Create a natural-looking mosaic using air-dry clay and a combination of supplies found in nature. 

Archery Tag at Lake Eucha Campground

10:30am–2:00pm
Children, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18
Delaware County Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Delaware County Library
Age Group: Children, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18
Program Type: Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle, Crafts, Hobbies, & Gaming
Registration Required
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Archery tag is a sport like dodgeball or paintball, but with specialized bows and arrows that are designed to be safely fired at your opponents. Will you be the last one standing?

Come & Go Activity All Day: Legos

9:00am–6:00pm
Children, Children 0-5, Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18, Adults, Family, Everyone
Stilwell Public Library
Library Branch: Stilwell Public Library
Age Group: Children, Children 0-5, Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: STEM & Makerspace, Crafts, Hobbies, & Gaming, Music, Dance, & Film
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Stop by any time during open hours and complete the activity of the day.

Pokémon Scavenger Hunt-Downtown Stilwell

07/21/2025 @ 9:00am–07/25/2025 @ 6:00pm
Children, Children 0-5, Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18, Adults, Family, Everyone
Stilwell Public Library
Library Branch: Stilwell Public Library
Age Group: Children, Children 0-5, Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies, & Gaming
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Drop by the library beginning July 1st and pick up your sticker collection book and map of the participating local businesses. Collect all the stickers and bring the book to the library and receive your pins and other prizes. 

Stay & Make Crafts

11:30am–1:00pm
Children, Children 0-5, Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18, Family
Q.B. Boydstun Library
Library Branch: Q.B. Boydstun Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Children 0-5, Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18, Family
Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies, & Gaming
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Stop at the library between 11:30am and 1:00pm to assemble some easy, DIY craft kits! All ages are welcome.

F.R.O.G. STEM Workshop

1:00pm–3:00pm
Children
Grove Public Library
Library Branch: Grove Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM & Makerspace
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Join the FIRST Robotics Organization of Grove (F.R.O.G.) for an exciting, hands-on STEM experience at the library!

Movie Night

6:00pm–8:00pm
Children, Children 0-5, Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18, Adults, Family, Everyone
Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library
Library Branch: Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library
Room: Dr. Maurice Payne Meeting Room - Entire Room
Age Group: Children, Children 0-5, Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Music, Dance, & Film
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Join us for a fun and relaxing movie night at the library! Enjoy a great film in a cozy setting with friends, family, or fellow movie lovers. Popcorn and good company are guaranteed—just sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!

Summer Movie: (9:30, 12:30, 3:30): Tangled

9:30am–5:30pm
Children, Children 0-5, Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18, Adults, Family, Everyone
Stilwell Public Library
Library Branch: Stilwell Public Library
Age Group: Children, Children 0-5, Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Music, Dance, & Film
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Beat the heat with an indoor movie start times are 9:30 am, 12:30 pm, and 3:30 pm. Popcorn provided.

Toddler Time

11:30am–12:00pm
Children, Children 0-5
Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library
Library Branch: Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library
Room: Dr. Maurice Payne Meeting Room - Entire Room
Age Group: Children, Children 0-5
Program Type: Storytime, Infant & Toddler Storytime

Introduce your child to the joys and culture of reading in a fun and positive environment, including books, songs, and activities that are sure to inspire a love of reading. Ages 0-2.

Kids Storytime

1:00pm–1:30pm
Children, Children 0-5, Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18, Adults, Family, Everyone
Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library
Library Branch: Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library
Room: Dr. Maurice Payne Meeting Room - Entire Room
Age Group: Children, Children 0-5, Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime makes learning fun! Storytime introduces young children to books, rhymes, music, and other literacy-based activities. 

Snakes 101 with Ranger Sierra

1:30pm–2:30pm
Children, Children 0-5, Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18, Adults, Family, Everyone
Q.B. Boydstun Library
Library Branch: Q.B. Boydstun Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Children 0-5, Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18, Adults, Family, Everyone
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Ranger Sierra from Sequoyah State park will lead an informative and entertaining session about snakes and their habitats! (NO LIVE SNAKES WILL BE PRESENT)

Story Time

10:00am–10:30am
Children, Children 0-5, Family
John F. Henderson Public Library
Library Branch: John F. Henderson Public Library
Age Group: Children, Children 0-5, Family
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime makes learning fun! Storytime introduces young children to books, rhymes, music, and other literacy-based activities. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

School Age (5-11) SRP Activity: Poké Ball Squishy

10:00am–11:00am
Children, Children 6-11
Stilwell Public Library
Library Branch: Stilwell Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Children 6-11
Program Type: STEM & Makerspace, Crafts, Hobbies, & Gaming, Music, Dance, & Film, Classes & Workshops

Storytime with Maria

10:00am–11:00am
Children
Hulbert Community Library
Library Branch: Hulbert Community Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Children 0-5
Eufaula Memorial Library
Library Branch: Eufaula Memorial Library
Room: Follansbee Room
Age Group: Children, Children 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Creative story time with shared read-aloud and follow-up activity.

Storytime!

10:30am–11:30am
Children, Children 0-5
Q.B. Boydstun Library
Library Branch: Q.B. Boydstun Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Children 0-5
Program Type: Storytime, Preschool Storytime
Event Details:

Introduce your child to the joys and culture of reading in a fun and positive environment! Storytime introduces children ages 0-4 to books, rhymes, music, and other literacy-based activities.

S.T.E.A.M. for Kids!

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children, Children 6-11
Q.B. Boydstun Library
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Q.B. Boydstun Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Children 6-11
Program Type: STEM & Makerspace
Registration Required
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S.T.E.A.M. = Science. Technology. Engineering. Art. Math.

Join us for fun and educational activities for kids ages 5-11! Supplies are limited, so registration is required if you'd like to attend.

Lego Masters

3:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18, Family
Muskogee Public Library
Library Branch: Muskogee Public Library
Room: Southeast Room
Age Group: Children, Children 6-11, Young Adult/ Teens 12-18, Family
Program Type: Crafts, Hobbies, & Gaming
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Color Your World with extraordinary LEGO creations.  Use your imagination or challenge your friends to create a one-of-a-kind design.