The recently concluded Friends of Odell Public Library’s Flowerpot Sale will greatly help in replacing five older computers. On Friday, April 29, 2016, the bidding was completed on 60 flowerpots, which had been decorated by various community members. Each pot was unique, colorful, and creative. A total of $1190 was
Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, wants to know your favorite books. No, the library is not asking for a book report or book review, only a few lines on a card will do. The library wants its readers to write two or three sentences on
Coloring is not just for the kids anymore. Adult coloring is “in.” This traditional child’s activity has been adopted by growing numbers of grownups, who find that coloring imparts a meditative sense of calmness. Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, will host an afternoon of coloring from
Fifty unique flower pots–decorated by community members–go on sale Thursday, April 14, through Saturday, April 30, 2016, through a silent auction, at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. Bidders register at the desk for a number to be used in placing bids. Each pot will have a
In observance of National Library Week, Sunday, April 10, through Saturday, April 16, 2016, Odell Public Library patrons are invited to recommend their favorite books. Stop in at 307 S. Madison Street. Request a comment card from the Librarian. In a few sentences–three or four–explain why this is a good
On Tuesday, March 8, 2016, “McFarland,” the moving true story of a group of Hispanic teenagers and their coach, will be the featured film, at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. Produced by Disney in 2015, it is an uplifting and inspirational tale of a team of
“Mary Poppins” is one of a select group of films that can truly be called a Classic. It is filled with so much child-like wonder that it will never grow old or out-of-date. It is based on the book, written in 1934, by P. L. Travers, of a magical nanny
Bring coloring books, crayons, coloring pens and pencils and enjoy the relaxation of coloring! Odell Public Library will host a night of adult coloring, a craze that has hit the Nation, on Tuesday, February 2, 2016, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. There has been an explosive popularity of adult
Wanting to unwind from the hectic holidays? Wanting to start the New Year off positively? Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison, Streeet, Morrison, IL, can help, as it begins the 2016 Life-Long Learning Series with the theme “Calming the Mind.” Martina Maxfield, a local Yoga instructor, will lead off the
Life-Long Learning is learning beyond the traditional classroom. It is a pursuit of knowledge throughout one’s lifetime and is diverse and flexible. Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, continues its Life-Long Learning Series. The 2016 classes are entitled “Calming the Mind” January, “Relaxation and Meditation” February, “Adult
On Saturday, November 7, 2015, Friends of Odell Public Library sponsored an “Art for eReaders Exhibit Project.” Fifty-two canvases, painted by creative local artists, were on display for purchase. In August approximately 50 former or current Morrison artists were invited to create art on a 6″ x 6″ canvas.
On Saturday, November 7, 2015, the Community Room at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, was transformed into a huge bookstore. Rows of books, both fiction and non-fiction, lined the room. Selling for 50¢ and 25¢, this was a reader’s paradise! Friends of Odell Public Library worked for
Odell Public Library Friends presents the acclaimed film “War Horse” on Tuesday, November 10, 2015, in the Odell Public Library Program Room, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL. Doors open at 2:00 p.m. This is a great story of friendship and war. It is a based on a children’s book
The Odell Public Library Friends will again host the Annual Book, Bake, and Art Sale on Saturday, November 7, 2015, from 9:00 to 2:00 p.m. The doors to the Community Room at 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, will open to an exciting scene. Not only will there be a
“Over five million Americans are affected by Alzheimer’s Disease. It has become the 6th leading cause of death.” (Facts and Figures) It is the disease that cannot be slowed, stopped, or prevented. Odell Public Library and the Odell Pubic Library Friends will present both a discussion–led by Nancy Sweitzer, Central