We are excited to announce that all 7 library seats have been filled. Welcome to the board: Cindy Honegger, Jeanette Gall, and Betsy Jones! Their profiles will appear on our website shortly. Meet the 2016 Board: Michael Humphrey I am an Otterbein resident, been married for twelve years, and…
With the holidays rapidly approaching, make sure you have the MGOL storytime dates and times marked on your calendar. We will not be meeting the first week in December nor January. We look forward to seeing you and your babies and toddlers for this award winning nursery rhyme program at…
Pinterest night will take place on Tuesday November 24, 2015 at 6:00pm. Please bring a 1’X2’ board (any type of wood, your preference). We will use the Cricut machine to make the vinyl stickers for these adorable reindeer name signs. Please have the base layer painted (or stained) when you…
This was the second year for Tail Waggin’ Reading, a special Halloween event at the library. On Thursday October 29, 2015 Therapy Dogs International came to OPL for kids to practice their reading skills. Snacks, stories, and games were all a part of the evening festivities. We were thrilled to…
3rd Monday of the month from 4:00-5:00pm, in the library’s meeting room. For ages 5+, Duplo blocks will be available for younger siblings that want to join the fun! The library supplies the lego and the theme for the day; or you can free build. Show off your creation in…
Only a few days left to get out to Prophetstown State Park and see all the awesome scarecrow displays. “Penny Vote” for ours after you get done walking or biking the trail at the park. Local organizations, businesses, and nonprofits created and set up the displays for the entire month…
Is your child a reluctant reader? Therapy Dogs International (TDI) will be here dressed in their doggy Halloween costumes ready to listen. The dogs and their handlers are certified and create a relaxed and fun atmosphere. These event is great for any aged reader, especially those struggling with reading out…
Tuesday, October 27th at 6:00pm our monthly adult craft night continues. October we will be making book page pumpkins. There is no cost to attend but donations are greatly appreciated. You need to bring a utility knife or exacto knife with you to cut out the pumpkins. Registration is required,…
BANNED BOOKS- BEWARE. Look out, these are books and titles that people believe should be censored. That is wonderful thing about public libraries and the Freedom of Information (Freedom to Read) Act. NO caution tape or censorship here. Come check out one of these banned books during the National Banned…
Join us tomorrow (9/12) for The Sound of Music, playing at Thompson Park at 8:30pm. Across the street from the library, it is free to attend! Families are encouraged to bring blankets, lawn chairs, and snacks. The first 12 families will receive a free bag of popcorn. No alcohol and…
