Stuffed Animal Sleepover 1/3/2020 Posted on December 28, 2019Drop off your cuddly companions for a night of fun at the library! Then follow their adventures on our Facebook page to see what they get up to! Drop…
Polar Express Readings & Craft, December 13, 2019Join us for readings by Jeanne Struna of The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg on Sunday, December 15th, 2019 at 3:30 P.M. & 5:00 P.M. during the…
No-Sew Sock Snowman Craft 12/21/2019 Posted on December 11, 2019Ready to get into the spirit of the season in a crafty way? Join us for this creative No-Sew Sock Snowman craft for ages 15 & up on Saturday, Dec. 21…
The Polar Express Readings & Craft, December 4, 2019Join us for readings by Jeanne Struna of The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg on Sunday, December 15th, 2019 at 3:30 P.M. & 5:00 P.M. during the…
Library closed 11/11/2019 Posted on November 10, 2019The library will be closed on Monday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day.
Cold Weather? Visit Your Library, November 10, 2019As cold weather approaches, remember the library is a warm place to hang out!
Newsletter reminder, October 29, 2019The library has a monthly email newsletter about our events. It usually goes out on the first of the month. If you’re not getting it and you would…
Incredible Bats 10/22/2019 Posted on October 9, 2019Bat naturalists, Dan and Sharon Peterson return to Oglesby Library on Tuesday, October 22, 2019, 6 – 7 PM with a program that will educate and…
Interactive Teen Movie 10/9/2019Come and cheer and jeer with the movie Hocus Pocus! Join us at 2:30 and pick up your interactive kit!
Rock Decorating 10/19/2019 Posted on October 7, 2019Stop by the library during Harvest Fest on Saturday, October 19, 2019, between 1:00 and 3:00 to decorate rocks with geometric designs, words of…
Hearty & Healthy Polish Cooking 9/26/2019 Posted on September 24, 2019Chicago native chef Michael Niksic rolls into the library bringing with him a boatload of fun, information, and savory ample servings from his e-book…
Teen Tech (History Fair) starts 9/19/19 Posted on September 24, 20197th and 8th grade students are invited to work at the library after school with technologies that support their History Fair projects. We have a 3D…
Wii Sports open play 9/17/2019 Posted on September 24, 2019Teen Wii Sports open play on Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2019, from 3:30 – 5 PMMake your Mii and play the Wii! Stop in to bowl, golf, or box with your friends…
Monarch presentation 9/12/2019 Posted on September 11, 2019Join Julie McDonald, Park Ranger, US Army Corps of Engineers on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2019, at 6:00 PM at Oglesby Library as she talks about Monarch…
Candy Sushi 8/13/2019 Posted on August 6, 2019Teens, come create colorful and delicious candy “sushi” rolls using a variety of candies (Rice Krispies, Fruit Roll-Ups, Swedish Fish, etc.) that you…
Hot days, cool library! July 15, 2019Our AC works and we’re available if you need a cool place to get out of the heat. We have comfy chairs, games and movies, friendly staff, and lots of…
Oreo Tasting 7/16/2019 Posted on July 12, 2019Teens, do you love cookies? Come to the library at on Tuesday, July 16 at 6:00 PM to sample a variety of Oreo cookies, guess each flavor, and vote for…
Hamilton Duel Trivia 7/9/2019 Posted on July 2, 2019Teens, test your trivia knowledge of Broadway’s hit musical, Hamilton, at Oglesby Public Library District.
Watch Nancy Drew and the Hidden Staircase 6/1/2019 Posted on May 31, 2019Watch this Cinematic Saturday Movie at the library on June 1, 2019, starting at 1:00 PM.
Bad Art Night 5/23/2019 Posted on May 16, 2019We’ll provide the wacky art material, you make the bad art on Thursday, May 23, 2019, from 6 to 7 PM.
Marion Dane Bauer author visit 5/14/2019 Posted on April 29, 2019Children’s author, Newbery honor winner, and Oglesby native Marion Dane Bauer is returning to Oglesby for a visit on May 14, 2019. Her Newbery Honor…
Springtime Babies Stuffed Animal Workshop 4/17/2019 Posted on April 10, 2019Kids! Listen to a story at the library, stuff a related stuffed animal, name your new friend and take it home.
National Library Week Celebration 2019, April 8, 2019This week is National Library Week (April 7-13), celebrating the contributions of libraries and librarians and promoting library use and support…
Election 4/2/2019 Results, April 3, 2019The Oglesby Public Library District Board of Trustees had four candidates running for 3 open seats. According to the LaSalle County consolidated…
Retirement Open House 3/30/2019 Posted on March 22, 2019Pam Delvallee is retiring! Please join us for a cake and punch open house honoring her retirement after 21 years of dedicated service at Oglesby…
Stars & Galaxies 3/28/2019 Posted on March 21, 2019Professor Charles Schweighauser returns to Oglesby Library Thursday, March 28, 2019, at 6:00 PM to present an illustrated slide lecture of stars and…
Meet the Candidates Forum 3/12/2019 Posted on February 21, 2019The Oglesby Public Library District is hosting a Meet the Candidates Forum for the general election on April 2, 2019. Individuals seeking elected…
Open late and closing early 2/12/2019 Posted on February 12, 2019Due to the icy weather, Oglesby Library will open at noon and close at 5:00 PM on Tuesday, February 12, 2019.
Organize Your Paper Without Resorting to Arson 2/28/2019 Posted on February 8, 2019Are you having trouble remembering the color of your countertop? Has a cluttered desk cost you money in late fees and problems with others? Will you…
Weather Closings Jan 28, 29, and 30, 2019, January 28, 2019Due to the projected bitterly cold weather, Oglesby Library will close at 5:00 PM, Tuesday, January 28, remain closed all day Wednesday January 30…
Early Closing 1/22/2019 Posted on January 22, 2019Due to icy weather, we will be closing at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, January 22nd. If you need to return materials, please use the outdoor book drop. Though…
Stuffed Animal Sleepover, January 2, 2019Stuffed Animal SleepoverWhenFri, January 4, 3pm – 5pmDescriptionStuffed Animal SleepoverFriday, Jan. 4, 2019, 3-4:45 PM drop offSaturday…
