One of the major pillars of our current strategic plan is to “Expand Our Reach.” More specifically, we aim to extend services to under-served areas, develop outreach initiatives that foster community ties, eliminate barriers to access, and meet the diverse needs of all community members. Admittedly, all of that is quite the endeavor, and truthfully, … Continue reading Homebound Book Delivery from O’Fallon Public Library
Category: O’Fallon Weekly Articles
Friends of the Library, Upcoming Book Sale and More in Library News & Notes
This article, written by OFPL Director, Ryan Johnson, was featured in the September 1, 2021 O’Fallon Weekly. A couple weeks ago I had the pleasure of representing the library at City Fest. Teri and Julie, both from our Youth Services department, also gave their time to organize and execute our presence there. What a wonderful … Continue reading Friends of the Library, Upcoming Book Sale and More in Library News & Notes
Reader’s Advisory for Labor Day in Library News & Notes
We suspect you are ready for the long Labor Day weekend. Since there's always room for more books, I'm taking the opportunity to promote this unheralded holiday. In practically every aspect of work or home-life, things are better when everyone works together for a common goal. In a nutshell, that's what we celebrate on Labor … Continue reading Reader’s Advisory for Labor Day in Library News & Notes
Summer Reading Wrap Up and More in Library News & Notes
This article, written by OFPL Youth Services Manager Teri Rankin, was featured in the August 18, 2021 O’Fallon Weekly. Here she gives a summer reading recap. Many families are making the annual migration to Walmart and Target to get school supplies. Classes begin soon and thoughts are turning towards setting alarms and managing homework. But … Continue reading Summer Reading Wrap Up and More in Library News & Notes
The History of Romance Novels in Library News & Notes
This article, written by OFPL Director Ryan Johnson, was featured in the August 4, 2021 O'Fallon Weekly. Here he shares some thoughts and facts about Romance Novels. A few weeks ago one of my favorite podcasts, 99% Invisible, had an episode all about romance novels. I would have listened to the episode anyway, as I … Continue reading The History of Romance Novels in Library News & Notes
Digital Services from O’Fallon Public Library in Library News and Notes
We are in a strange and unfamiliar time without the usual routines and interactions. Some folks are at home in a furlough status. Others have spent an excruciatingly oppressive time sorting out access, permissions, and connectivity problems with Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and a plethora of additional industry specific online platforms so that we can have … Continue reading Digital Services from O’Fallon Public Library in Library News and Notes
