Welcome to our newest blog where you'll get the inside scoop on the beloved creatures who live with library staff. Discover the behind-the-scenes secrets, gossip, and latest news about these inspirational animals. Circulation Assistant Rachel H. invited Yahtzee to start things off because she's a real trendsetter and perhaps a bit too spoiled to wait. … Continue reading The Real House Pets of OFPL
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Meet the Staff – Ryan Johnson
Most patrons recognize Ryan as our cheerful, tech-wise-problem-solver. But, this month we asked him to share some of the key changes in his role here and at home. Also, when you see Ryan, be sure and ask him about his dogs. I’m now on my third job title here at the O’Fallon Public Library. In … Continue reading Meet the Staff – Ryan Johnson
Third Thursday Staff Recommendations
Welcome again to Third Thursday Staff Recommendations! This still-new blog features staff member reviews of their favorite books. This month, Angie Simmons, our new page, delights us with her review. Jumping on the Bandwagon With a Wildly Popular Bestseller By Angie Simmons Where the Crawdads Sing It seems like everyone is reading Where the Crawdads … Continue reading Third Thursday Staff Recommendations
Meet the Staff Monday – Stephanie
Each month we invite patrons to Meet the Staff. This month, we shine the spotlight on Stephanie whose smiling face lightens up the Circulation Desk. In the last eight years, I have been coming to the O’Fallon Library with my children at least once a week. As a homeschool mother of four, the library was … Continue reading Meet the Staff Monday – Stephanie
Rough Animals by Rae DelBianco – New Title Tuesday
This week's New Title Tuesday pick Rough Animals by Rae DelBianco is not the type of book I normally choose, but I took a chance and enjoyed getting out of my comfort zone - not just in terms of genre but also habitat. The story is about the hardscrabble life of struggling ranchers far from the conveniences … Continue reading Rough Animals by Rae DelBianco – New Title Tuesday
Spotlight on OFPL Poetry Collection
This month, we're shining a light on the wide range of poetry books we have in our collection. If your first impulse is to mutter something negative, consider that many of your favorite vocal songs are poetry. I've learned to control the Pavlovian response caused by my high school English teachers who chose verse by … Continue reading Spotlight on OFPL Poetry Collection
ICYMI – Library News & Notes, Jul 11, 2018
Even though we've passed summer's unofficial half-point, Assistant Director Ryan Johnson said there's still time to take that road trip or other summer getaway. In his column for the latest edition of the O'Fallon Weekly, Ryan added there's still time to find a great book to read as well. "Many of us live busy lives, especially during … Continue reading ICYMI – Library News & Notes, Jul 11, 2018
ICYMI Library News & Notes, July 4, 2018
Library Director Molly Scanlan wrote this week's column in the O'Fallon Weekly and assured readers that "O'Fallon has some great future 'spy' potentials." This is due to the masterful International Spy Training that the kids enjoyed last Friday. The budding secret agents "...tested their agility skills with an obstacle course and tried to outwit the 'maze.' Bomb … Continue reading ICYMI Library News & Notes, July 4, 2018
Spotlight on OFPL Resources – Flipster
This month, the Spotlight is on Flipster - a service that provides free digital access to over 30 popular magazines to OFPL cardholders. Whether you're hoping to find a new recipe, get the latest in entertainment news, or learn about topics from fishing to finance, Flipster has something for every interest. Flipster offers content through your favorite devices and can be … Continue reading Spotlight on OFPL Resources – Flipster
ICYMI – Library News & Notes, June 27, 2018
In this week's O'Fallon Weekly, Teri Rankin, Youth Services Manager wrote, "The library is a great place to go this summer to find a good book or movie or enjoy an activity or craft project." Not only is it a good escape from the heat, our shelves are stocked with great summer books and our … Continue reading ICYMI – Library News & Notes, June 27, 2018
