📚❤️ Fall in Love With Your Library This February

Eastern Oklahoma Library System Muskogee

A Lot of Love, Endless Possibilities:

Cozy Up With Books, Programs, and More This February

Celebrate Black History Month!

History is made by people who change the world.

This Black History Month, explore powerful stories of leadership, resilience, and lasting impact with Twenty African Americans Who Changed History on UniversalClass.

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FEBRUARY PROGRAMS

Baby Bookworks:

1st, 2nd and 3rd Tuesdays at 10AM - For babies birth to 24 months.

Baby Bookworms is a sweet and gentle storytime designed especially for our youngest readers and their caregivers!

Join us on the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Tuesdays at 10:00 AM for songs, simple stories, rhymes, and early literacy fun that helps babies build language skills from the very start.

Perfect for little ones birth to 24 months, this cozy program also gives caregivers a chance to connect and enjoy special bonding time through books and music.

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Toddler Tales: Every Wednesday @ 10:00 AM

Toddler Tales - Every Wednesday 10am Tahlequah Library

Toddler Tales is a fun and lively storytime made just for curious toddlers! Join us every Wednesday at 10:00 AM for stories, rhymes, music, and interactive activities that help little ones build early literacy skills while having a great time.

Designed for children ages 2–3 years old, this program encourages learning through play, listening, movement, and imagination.

Reading Rockstars: Every Wednesday @ 11:00 AM

Reading Rockstars - Every Wednesday 11am Tahlequah Library

Get ready to read, sing, and shine at Reading Rockstars! Join us every Wednesday at 11:00 AM for an engaging storytime filled with books, rhymes, music, and fun literacy-based activities that help children grow as confident early readers.

Perfect for kids ages 3–5 years old, this program encourages imagination, listening skills, and a lifelong love of reading—all in a playful, welcoming environment.

Tai Chi with Chai Tea - Tuesdays and Thursdays At 2PM - Continuing through February 26th

Tai Chi with Chai Tea - Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 2:00 PM - Continuing through February 26th

The movements of Tai Chi help older adults reduce their risk of falling, while also increasing balance and flexibility. Participants learn ways to improve their overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow, continuous movements. It does not matter how strong, flexible or active you are – Tai Chi is designed for people at all levels of health.

Stay Active and Independent for Life (SAIL) Class - Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 10:00 AM - Ongoing

SAIL is a fitness program for older adults, which can be done sitting or standing. Performing exercise that improves strength, balance, and fitness is critical for staying active and reducing the risk or falls. The SAIL program was designed with these principals in mind. Each class includes warm-up, stretching, cardio, balance, and strengthening exercise, as well as a cool down.

Pokémon Club (An Official "Play! Pokémon" Event) 2nd Saturdays (FEB 14th) 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Calling all Pokémon fans! Join us on the 2nd Saturday of each month for a host of Pokémon fun! There will be activities as well as fun Pokémon: The Card Game battles! New to playing or just want to watch? Come and learn with us all! Special events may be held at future club meetings! Club activities and materials were provided in partnership with Play! Pokémon and the American Library Association.

Pokémon Day Celebration FEB 27th 1:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Celebrate Pokémon Day with us on February 27 from 1:00-5:30 PM!

This special club meeting day marks the 30th anniversary of Pokémon with come-and-go activities, games, and plenty of fun for fans of all ages.

Stop by anytime during the event for a chance to win fabulous prizes!

Third Thursday Book Club

2/19 @ 11:30 AM & 6:30 PM

Meetings are on the third Thursday of the month from August through May at 11:30 AM & 6:30 PM. Bring a snack to share if you’d like!

The gathering is intended for ages 18+. Though some older teens may enjoy the discussion as well.

This month’s selection is:

The Tour by Jean Grainger

Great Decisions Thursdays (beginning 2/26) Topic: America and the World - Trump 2.0 Foreign Policy

Great Decisions: America and the World - Trump 2.0 Foreign Policy

Great Decisions is America's largest discussion program on world affairs. The program model involves reading the Great Decisions Briefing book, watching the video series, and meeting in a discussion group to talk about the most critical global issues facing America today. Each year, eight topics are chosen by a panel of experts.

Thursday February 26th Topic: President Trump’s return has marked a break from 80 years of U.S. foreign policy leadership, embracing an “America First” approach. This chapter explores the risks of isolation and diminished influence in relation to Trump 2.0 foreign policy.

Speaker: Dr. Denis Vovchenko

To register for schedule changes or other info related to Great Decisions: Register Here.

Visit our Library Calendar for Details on All Upcoming Events at Your Library!

Learn to Code for Free Using Fiero Code!

Your library is proud to offer free access to Fiero Code, an online learning platform designed to help patrons of all ages learn how to code, build projects, and develop real-world technology skills.

Whether you are completely new to coding or looking to expand what you already know, Fiero Code provides a supportive, flexible learning experience that meets you where you are.

Transparent Language Learn a New Language free with your library card

Transparent Language Online provides a fun, effective, and engaging experience for learners of all levels looking to build their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in a foreign language.

Best of all, with mobile apps for iOS and Android devices, learners can enjoy the freedom to learn at home, in the library, or on the go.

Reading Challenges

This January and February, we are partnering with Steps to Literacy for our winter reading challenge, which features Beanstack's very own mascot, Benny the Bean! Earn fun, Benny-themed badges for logging your reading and completing activities.

As you earn badges, you'll earn tickets that you can use to enter to win one of two prize packs!

This year introduced a new reading challenge that celebrates your freedom to read your way. Whether you turn pages, swipe a screen, or listen on the go, it’s all about enjoying books on your own terms. Join the Read It Your Way year-long challenge and make this your year of reading—your way.

all branches and offices will be closed Monday February 16th for Presidents Day

Free ESL, Citizenship, GED and SAT Prep Classes And Workshops Available Now!

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14 E. Shawnee, Muskogee, OK 74403
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