“School Days, School Days” is just around the corner. Do you remember a favorite teacher or one who made you see the world somewhat differently? The film, “Mr. Holland’s Opus,” tells the story of a high school music teacher who takes the job as a temporary measure. Thirty years later
When the calendar flips to August, teachers, students, and parents know the beginning of school is near. We all remember that “certain” teacher. Maybe it was someone like Mr. Holland. Odell Public Library Friends presents “Mr. Holland’s Opus,” a film about a struggling teacher and his rebellious students, on Tuesday,
“National Treasure” is an American adventure film by Disney Pictures. It will be shown at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, on Tuesday, July 11, 2017, beginning at 2:00 p.m. This is an exciting and fun-filled film with tidbits of American history, starring Nicolas Cage, Jon Voight,
To celebrate our founding fathers and the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Odell Public Library will present the adventure film, “National Treasure,” starring Nicolas Cage, on Tuesday, July 11, 2017. The location is 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, in the Program Room. The movie begins at 2:00 p.m.
The movie “Seabiscuit,” adapted from Laura Hilenbrand’s best-selling book, will be shown at Odell Public Library on Tuesday, April 11, 2017, beginning at 2:00 p.m. The location is 307 S. Market Street, Morrison, IL. “Seabiscuit” tells the story of a small horse who did not have much going for himself
There’s no business like show business,” stated composer Irving Berlin in his hit musical, “Annie Get Your Gun.” Because of “show biz,” we all have hummed, whistled, sung, or tapped our toe to the many tunes from musical theatre. On Monday evening, February 20, 2017, beginning at 6:00 p.m., John
Musical Theatre is a purely American idea originating in the 1880’s. John and Anne Frame will take a trip through 90 years of musicals on Monday, February 20, 2017, beginning at 6:00 p.m., in the Program Room at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. Presented by Friends
On Tuesday, February 14, 2017, Odell Public Library Friends will present one of the most powerful films of the last several years, “Selma.” Odell Public Library is located at 307 S Madison Street, Morrison, IL. The film zeros in a crucial chapter of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy. It
With the winter holidays just around the corner, searching for a meaningful gift can be difficult. What could make a perfect present for your loved ones? Odell Public Library has a great suggestion for you. Consider adopting a book at the library. Adoption is easy. Choose a book from the
Odell Public Library’s annual Book and Bake Sale realized a net profit of $2000. The Friends of Odell Public Library thank everyone who brought in baked goods for the Bake Sale and the many people who donated gently-used books for the Book Sale. Said Treasurer Barb Peterson, “We thank the
Coloring. Adult Coloring. It is all the rage. The Friends of Odell Public Library is offering an evening of coloring on Monday, August 15, 2016, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Bring your pens, pencils, and books and join friends in this new, but old, trend. If this is something new
The August movie is a thrilling drama of intrigue based on happenings of 1957. Directed by Steven Spielberg, “Bridge of Spies” will be shown on Tuesday, August 9, 2016, in the Program Room at Odell Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. Doors open at 2:00 p.m. The movie stars
Coloring! Adult Coloring! It is all the rage right now. The Friends of Odell Public Library is offering an afternoon of coloring on Monday, July 18, 2016, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Bring your colors and books and join friends in this new, but old, trend. If this is something
Coloring for adults is a “hot” topic and hobby right now. Come with your crayons, pencils, pens, and coloring books to Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, this summer–where it will be cool and relaxing. The Friends of Odell Public Library are offering “Coloring for Adults” on
Friends of Odell Public Library invite you to share in the delightful 2015 comedy, “The Intern,” on Tuesday, June 14, 2016. The movie stars Anne Hathaway and Robert De Niro in a classic tale of the young-and-ambitious versus the experienced-and-retired. Doors open at 2:00 p.m., at Odell Public Library, 307