Citizens Utility Board staff will be on hand to answer questions and review your gas, electric, phone, and internet bills one-on-one. Bring a bill for a free analysis and better understanding of your charges!

 

Join us to plan the Friends of the Library Book Sale! Whether you're a longtime volunteer or new to helping out, all are welcome to support this major fundraiser.

Get an exclusive glimpse into the space industry with Illinois' own Coralie Adam! As an expert in Aerospace Engineering and Astronomy, Coralie shares her insights in an engaging conversation you won't want to miss!

Chess Club is open to youth at any experience level. It is facilitated by former high school state champion, Charlie Knoth - "The Chess Guy"

Unleash your creativity at our Makerspace! Explore a variety of materials and bring your unique ideas to build, craft, and invent something entirely new.

This FREE, family-friendly event is open to all ages—come create, experiment, and have fun together!

Join us for a fun family movie matinee featuring Moana 2! Grab a seat in the library’s Community Room—doors open at 1:50 PM, and the adventure begins

at 2:00 PM!

Teen Advisory Group

Help renovate The Hub and leave your mark. Join us to shape the space’s design and function—register today to share your ideas!

The mark of a book that does its job, to me, is one that shows its reader that the most coveted pleasures in life are those of the mundane. When we can close the back cover and breathe a contented sigh, looking at our lives with a revitalized sense of wonder for all that is innately around us — that is the mark of a book that has done its job exceedingly well. While Little Shrew by Akiko Miyakoshi is catalogued as an emergent reader/middle grade book, Little Shrew’s neat-and-tidy life offers a simple message about the stoicism of routine – a very mature concept, if you ask me! His days and weeks tick-tock along like clockwork, but Little Shrew continues to find so many pockets of joy amongst the changing of the seasons. Whether finishing a puzzle for the first time, or sharing a song with good friends, Little Shrew is a delicate reminder to slow down, to see the world with metaphorical wide eyes, and to hold close that which makes us feel alive.

Strange Sally Diamond

by Liz Nugent

This book easily ranks among the top five I’ve ever read. From the very beginning, the story draws you in with its gripping narrative. The main character, Sally Diamond, is suddenly forced to confront a traumatic and horrifying life event. As she navigates through this, we get to know her unique personality and "peculiar ways." Nugent masterfully unfolds the story with a blend of humor, love, and hope.  

For an even more immersive experience, I highly recommend the audiobook. Set in Ireland, the authentic Irish accents add depth and richness to the storytelling. Whether you choose to read the book or listen to the audiobook, you won’t be disappointed.

You can find this feature on our blog! Each month, Owlfred gets the scoop on one of our incredible library staff members with a fun Q & A session. This monthly feature is all about getting to know the people who make OFPL such a special place.