Contact Us
Love County Library
500 South Hwy. 77, Marietta, OK 73448
Phone: (580) 276-3783
Fax: (580) 276-1483
Email: marietta@southernoklibrarysystem.org
Neshia Crane, Branch Manager
Call about Library Programs!
Hours
Monday - Thursday
11:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Sunday
Closed
Directions
From I-35 take exit 15 and turn East on Highway 32. Turn right onto South Highway 77 for one-half mile. The Love County Library is on the right side of the highway.
Events and Resources
Get Help With Technology
With a Digital Navigator
Does jumping into new technology seem like a daunting task? Want to know if you qualify for Depart of Human Resources (DHS) assistance? Get a little help from a Digital Navigator! The Love County Library will be offering personal help with technology on Thursday, April 24th from 1:00 - 3:00 PM. Participants can be helped with a variety of technological needs including computers, cell phones, job applications and even setting up an email account. Call to sign up.
Book Club
For Ages 18 and Up
Join others at the Love County Library for a monthly book club on Tuesday, April 29th at 6:00 PM. Conversation, fellowship, and refreshments will be centered on popular book titles for adults to discuss. This month's book selection is “Shelterwood” by Lisa Wingate.
Emergency Preparedness Class
For Ages 18 and Up
Are you prepared for this tornado season? Join Love County Library on Monday, May 12th at 6:00 PM for a class on emergency preparedness. With guest speakers Andrea Snow with OSU Extension Office, Brian McDaniel from Murray County, and Trent Barrick from Love County, attendees will learn how to create the ultimate Get Home Bag – your key to survival in any crisis. This includes essential survival gear, food, and water strategies. Ages 18 and up are welcome to attend; however, attendees will need to sign up before May 5th by calling the OSU Extension office at (580) 276-3385.
Butterfly/Bee Water Station Craft Class
For All Ages
Spring has arrived, bringing with it butterflies and bees! Join us at Love County Library on Friday, May 16th at 2:30 PM to create a water station for these important pollinators. Lauren Minyard from the OSU Extension Office will discuss the significance of bees and butterflies in your garden and their essential role in pollinating plants. While you decorate your own water station, you’ll learn about these fascinating creatures. Call to sign up.
Bean Art Craft Class
For All Ages
Get creative at Love County Library! Join us on Tuesday, May 20th at 1:30 PM to create mosaic art using beans. Bean art is a fun and satisfying craft for all ages. Attendees will also use bright shades of paint in combination with the beans that can make it playful yet modern-looking art! Call to sign up.
Get Help With Technology
With a Digital Navigator
On Thursday, May 22nd, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, a Digital Navigator will be available to provide personal assistance with technology. This includes help with computers, cell phones, job applications, setting up an email account, and enrolling in DHS programs such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Medicaid, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), and more. Call to sign up.
SRP Kick Off Foam Party
At Memorial Park Splash Pad, Marietta
Join Love County Library at the Memorial Park Splash Pad (203 S. 3rd Ave, Marietta, OK) on Saturday, May 24th from 1:30 – 2:30 PM for a Foam Party to kick off this year’s Summer Reading Program. Children will be able to play with fantastic foam. Goggles, a towel, water safe shoes and play clothes are recommended. This outdoor event is free and open to the public.
SRP Performers
For All Ages
Summer Reading Programming continues at Love County Library this June! Featuring the theme “Color Our World” the annual SRP will host the following performers every Wednesday in June at 2:00 PM. These events are free and open to the public.
ESL Classes
For Ages 18 and Up
The Love County Library will host "ESL at the Library" with Carlos Carrasco on Fridays from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, running until May 9th. These English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are designed for attendees aged 18 and over, providing an opportunity to learn or enhance their English language skills. Call to sign up.
3D Printing Class
For All Ages
Ever wondered how 3D printing works? Want to see it in action? Come learn the basics of 3D printing with the library’s new 3D printer at the Love County Library. The library will host a 3D printing class every third Saturday of each month. This program is for all ages, but registration is required.
Raising Readers Storytime
For Kids 4 Years and Younger
Join Love County Library for the new Raising Readers Storytime! The Love County Library will host a Storytime on the first Saturday of each month at 1:00 PM. This series of Storytimes will introduce children four years and younger to the experience of stories read aloud, teaching them language, literacy skills, friendship, taking turns, and how to pay attention to help prepare them for school readiness while having fun.