🎉 Your Library Card Unlocks a World of Fun

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Dear Library Friends,

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month, and we’re so excited to welcome new and returning families to the O’Fallon Public Library! Whether you’re discovering all your library card has to offer or showing your library pride with a free yard sign, we’re grateful to have you as part of our library family.

And with the start of our Fall Reading BINGO Challenge on September 1, there’s plenty of fun ahead. We hope you’ll join us for a September filled with reading, discovery, and adventure!

We look forward to seeing you at the library!

Happy Reading!

Julie Turns

OFPL Youth Services Manager

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Program Highlights

Fall Reading Challenge Begins

Hoot Hoot, Readers!

Owlfred here with a whoooole lot of Youth Services news!

Can you believe it? Fall is swooping in fast, and that means our calendar is filling up with all kinds of fun activities! September is also Library Card Sign-Up Month, and nothing makes my little owl heart happier than seeing new patrons and families flocking into the library. If you don’t have a library card yet, be sure to stop by and get yours!

🍂 Fall Reading Challenge
Ready to take flight into a new reading adventure? The Fall Reading Challenge begins September 1! Swing by Youth Services to pick up your Bingo Card and start checking off those reading challenges. Whooo knows you might even discover a new favorite book along the way!

Hoot you soon! 🦉

Calling All Teens!

There’s an activity returning from our Summer Reading Program that’s swooping onto our Teen Thursday lineup! Teen Graphic Novel Club is back, with our first meeting taking place September 3 from 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Come hang out, talk comics, discover some new graphic novels, and have a hoot of a time with your fellow readers!

Owl About Books

This month, Owlfred fluttered into the Youth Services section in search of a special book to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. As he wandered through the shelves, one colorful story quickly caught his eye Paletero Man.

Owlfred couldn't help but smile as he followed a young boy on his exciting search through the neighborhood for Paletero José and his delicious paletas. Just when the boy thought his refreshing treat was within reach, he discovered his dinero was missing. Luckily, the kindness of friends and neighbors showed that working together and caring for one another can make even the hottest summer day a little sweeter.

With its bright illustrations, lively storytelling, and Spanish words woven throughout the pages, Paletero Man is a joyful celebration of community, culture, and kindness. Owlfred especially loved the little boy's determination and the reminder that the greatest treasures are often the people who come together to help one another.

Stop by the library this month to check out Paletero Man and other wonderful books celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. You just might discover a new favorite story to share with your family!

Story Time Station

Book Babies

0-18 months

Toddler Tales

18-36 months

Preschool Story Time

3-5 years old

Family Fun

Family Movie Matinee

Lego Club

Makerspace

Read To A Dog

Staff Picks

Mae's Pick:

The Rock From the Sky

by: Jon Klassen

Looking for a book that will have young readers laughing while keeping them guessing? The Rock from the Sky is a quirky collection of five connected stories featuring a turtle, an armadillo, and a snake.
Turtle loves standing in his favorite spot and invites Armadillo to join him. Armadillo has a strange feeling that something isn’t quite right and soon, a mysterious rock falls from the sky. The rock ends up landing in their favorite spot.
Each story continues where the previous one ends, creating a fun chain of unexpected events. The simple illustrations add even more humor and give readers plenty to notice. With silly characters, surprising twists, and plenty of laughs, this is a playful read-aloud that both children and adults can enjoy together.

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Jordan's Pick:

Coco and Stephen, together forever: how a kitten and bunny became best friends
by: Beth Stern

A heartwarming story about a sweet kitten named Coco and an adorable bunny named Stephen. Coco begins her journey with her kitten family and Stephen at a pet shop. After a small accident leaves Coco different from her siblings, she is taken to an animal shelter. Meanwhile, Stephen is adopted but later abandoned in a forest when caring for a bunny becomes too much for his owners.

Lonely and longing for a forever home where they are loved and cared for, Coco and Stephen eventually find each other and form a beautiful friendship. With its touching story and charming illustrations, this book is sure to capture the hearts of young readers and adults alike.

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