This article originally appeared in the O'Fallon Weekly. Summer is typically our busy season at the library with the kids out of school, our Summer Reading Program in high gear, and folks looking for great vacation reads. Spring, however, is no slouch. We just wrapped up our Spring Book Sale that brought roughly 2,600 people … Continue reading Book Sale Results and Tax Savings from Director Ryan Johnson
This is another entry in "Climbing the Stairs with an O'Fallon Librarian" where we explore the classics listed on the book spine stairs of the library. I was so excited to write this staircase post because "The Hobbit" by J.R.R. Tolkien is one of my favorite books of all time. Plot Summary Bilbo Baggins is … Continue reading The Hobbit — Climbing the Stairs with an O’Fallon Librarian
One of the extraordinary things about a library, ours in particular, is its connection to the community. For example, we provide outreach such as Homebound Delivery of library materials and free K-8 tutoring. Another example is the live presentation by The History Guy, May 14, 6-7:30pm, at O’Fallon Station, (105 South Vine St.) hosted by … Continue reading Live Presentation by the History Guy and More Events in Library News & Notes
The O'Fallon Public Library has partnered with Metro East Diaper Bank to provide free diapers to local families. The Diaper Depots are designed to help families and their little ones to stay clean and healthy. Diapers from the Diaper Depots are free of charge and no questions asked. Here are other locations for Diaper Depots … Continue reading Free Diapers for Families at O’Fallon Public Library
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to hold a spotlight up to various mental health issues and to provide community awareness so sufferers know they aren't alone in their struggles. No list could be exhaustive, but here are 21 books on different mental health topics and for different reading levels. Click on the … Continue reading 21 Books to Read for Mental Health Awareness Month, a Reader’s Advisory
The "Why do you love your library?" contest has ended and the four winners of the $25 Amazon gift cards have been notified. A big thank you to everyone who participated in the event! We received some excellent answers to the question, "Why do you love your library?" Here are a few of them: “I … Continue reading Winners of the “Why do I love the library?” Contest
Summer is almost here and as I was thinking about the summers of my childhood, I don’t remember if my parents were present or not. It seems like I may have seen them when school let out and then again when it was time for school to start. I’m exaggerating but my brother and I … Continue reading Summer Reading Program Details and Volunteers Needed — Library News & Notes
Hey teens! Need something to do this summer? How about helping at the LIBRARY?! We are looking for 12-18 year olds to help us with our reading program from May 28—July 30. Here are some of the activities you may participate in: Physically preparing the meeting room for a program, i.e. setting up tables, chairs, … Continue reading O’Fallon Youth Services Department seeks Teen Volunteers
What is Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library? Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is a book gifting program that mails free, high-quality books to children from birth to age five, no matter their family’s income. After launching in 1995, the program grew quickly. First books were only distributed to children living in Sevier County, Tennessee where Dolly grew … Continue reading Friends of the O’Fallon Public Library presents Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
We have all heard about or know someone who is affected by autism, but what is it? According to the Autism Society "Autism is defined by a certain set of behaviors and is a “spectrum condition” that affects people differently and to varying degrees. It can impact a person’s social skills, communication, relationships, and self-regulation." 1 … Continue reading Autism Acceptance Month, A Reader’s Advisory from Youth Services
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