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 "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
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
O'Fallon Public Library is proud to offer "Cards for Kids," a program to help needy children get free library cards. If a student (PreK-12) resides in a nearby area not served by the O'Fallon Public Library, and they qualify for free or reduced lunch at school, they are eligible for a free library card. To … Continue reading “Cards for Kids” at O’Fallon Public Library
With Spring, there’s always some amount of busy-ness – be it gardening, kids’ sports, or even spring cleaning. Naturally, the library has books and other resources to answer any questions you may have about these topics, but the Library also has a number of exciting activities coming up as well. During Teen Tuesday - Anime … Continue reading Library News and Notes — Upcoming Library Events
This year celebrates the 35th anniversary of recognizing April as the Month of the Military Child. It was set apart by the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) because of the importance of military families and children in the armed forces. The library is honoring the sacrifices that children make so that their parents can … Continue reading April is the Month of the Military Child
The first week of April is National Library Week! The theme for National Library Week 2022, “Connect with Your Library,” promotes the idea that libraries are places to get connected to technology by using broadband, computers, and other resources. Libraries also offer opportunities to connect with media, programs, ideas, and classes—in addition to books. Most … Continue reading Why do you love the library? Tell us, and win!
Heidi Wiechert is the Adult Programming and Social Media Coordinator for O'Fallon Public Library. In the latest article for the O'Fallon Weekly, she discusses upcoming events and library services. I remember when O’Fallon Public Library was on Main Street in O’Fallon — I bet many of you do too. And then, I remember the community … Continue reading Jenny Lawson Webinar, Latest Events and Services — Library News & Notes
We have our huge Spring Book Sale sponsored by the Friends of the O’Fallon Public Library coming up on Thursday, April 28, through Monday, May 2, 2022. NO admission charge and NO reservation needed! Accepted payment types include cash, check, and debit/credit card. Proceeds benefit the library. Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com This is where … Continue reading Volunteers Needed for Friends of the Library Book Sale 2022
The O'Fallon Public Library will be collecting new twin-size sheets, pillows, comforters and blankets during the month of March for "Sleep in Heavenly Peace". "Sleep in Heavenly Peace" is a non-profit that serves children in need by providing them with beds so they do not have to sleep on the floor. The group was founded … Continue reading March Donation Drive at O’Fallon Public Library: Sleep in Heavenly Peace
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