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Spark at the Olney Library: 4-H program on Paper Circuits

2021-09-30T16:56:21-06:00
Paper Circuit

October 28th

What ignites your child? Here is a chance to allow them to explore and create something new each month, helping them find their spark. Monthly free classes will be held at the Olney Public Library and led by a University of Illinois Extension educator. Classes will begin at 4 p.m. and end at 5 p.m. Students 2nd grade and older are eligible. Class size is limited so sign up today!

Paper Circuits – In this activity, we will create simple electric circuits on a flat piece of paper.

Spark at the Olney Library: 4-H program on Paper Circuits2021-09-30T16:56:21-06:00

Spark at the Olney Library: 4-H program on Pine Cone Bird Feeder

2021-09-30T16:56:42-06:00
Pine Cone Bird Feeder

November 18th

What ignites your child? Here is a chance to allow them to explore and create something new each month, helping them find their spark. Monthly free classes will be held at the Olney Public Library and led by a University of Illinois Extension educator starting October 28. Classes will begin at 4 p.m. and end at 5 p.m. Students 2nd grade and older are eligible. Class size is limited so sign up today!

Pine Cone Bird Feeder -A Pine Cone Bird Feeder is a fun natural project that you can make to feed wildlife in your backyard.  Please note we will not be using peanut butter for this activity to avoid any issues with peanut allergies.

Spark at the Olney Library: 4-H program on Pine Cone Bird Feeder2021-09-30T16:56:42-06:00

Spark at the Olney Library: 4-H program on Light Up Holiday Cards

2021-09-30T16:57:09-06:00

December 16th

What ignites your child? Here is a chance to allow them to explore and create something new each month, helping them find their spark. Monthly free classes will be held at the Olney Public Library and led by a University of Illinois Extension educator. Classes will begin at 4 p.m. and end at 5 p.m. Students 2nd grade and older are eligible. Class size is limited so sign up today!

Light Up Holiday Cards – In this activity, you will create a holiday card that actually lights up using a simple paper circuit.

Spark at the Olney Library: 4-H program on Light Up Holiday Cards2021-09-30T16:57:09-06:00

Spark at the Olney Library: 4-H program STEM Marshmallow Catapults

2021-09-30T16:58:52-06:00

January 13th

What ignites your child? Here is a chance to allow them to explore and create something new each month, helping them find their spark. Monthly free classes will be held at the Olney Public Library and led by a University of Illinois Extension educator. Classes will begin at 4 p.m. and end at 5 p.m. Students 2nd grade and older are eligible. Class size is limited so sign up today!

STEM Marshmallow Catapult -Channel your inner engineer and build a catapult using craft sticks to launch a sweet treat!

Spark at the Olney Library: 4-H program STEM Marshmallow Catapults2021-09-30T16:58:52-06:00

Spark at the Olney Library: 4-H program on Building a Magic Wand

2021-09-30T17:00:39-06:00

February 24th 2022

What ignites your child? Here is a chance to allow them to explore and create something new each month, helping them find their spark. Monthly free classes will be held at the Olney Public Library and led by a University of Illinois Extension educator. Classes will begin at 4 p.m. and end at 5 p.m. Students 2nd grade and older are eligible. Class size is limited so sign up today!

Build a Magic Wand – Craft sticks make an excellent tool for learning how to build simple circuits. With this project, we are embracing our love of Harry Potter and creating wands that light up.

Spark at the Olney Library: 4-H program on Building a Magic Wand2021-09-30T17:00:39-06:00

Spark at the Olney Library: 4-H program on Straw Rockets

2021-09-30T16:13:40-06:00

March 24th 2022

What ignites your child? Here is a chance to allow them to explore and create something new each month, helping them find their spark. Monthly free classes will be held at the Olney Public Library and led by a University of Illinois Extension educator. Classes will begin at 4 p.m. and end at 5 p.m. Students 2nd grade and older are eligible. Class size is limited so sign up today!

Straw Rockets – Building a soda straw rocket is an excellent opportunity for students to practice the engineering design process. This activity provides students with a template that creates a rocket that can be launched from a soda straw.

Spark at the Olney Library: 4-H program on Straw Rockets2021-09-30T16:13:40-06:00

Spark at the Olney Library: 4-H program on Wind Energy

2021-09-30T17:02:05-06:00

April 21st 2022

What ignites your child? Here is a chance to allow them to explore and create something new each month, helping them
find their spark. Monthly free classes will be held at the Olney Public Library and led by a University of Illinois Extension
educator. Classes will begin at 4 p.m. and end at 5 p.m. Students 2nd grade and older are eligible. Class size is limited so
sign up today!

Wind Energy – Do you know the wind is a source of energy? In this activity, you will build a pinwheel wind turbine and
harness the power of the wind.

Spark at the Olney Library: 4-H program on Wind Energy2021-09-30T17:02:05-06:00

Spark at the Olney Library: 4-H program on Creating a Lightning Bug

2021-09-30T17:01:35-06:00

May 26th 2022

What ignites your child? Here is a chance to allow them to explore and create something new each month, helping them
find their spark. Monthly free classes will be held at the Olney Public Library and led by a University of Illinois Extension
educator. Classes will begin at 4 p.m. and end at 5 p.m. Students 2nd grade and older are eligible. Class size is limited so
sign up today!
Create a Lightning Bug – Have you ever wanted to make a cute lightning bug stay on a stick? Now you can with a simple
circuit and a popsicle stick!

Spark at the Olney Library: 4-H program on Creating a Lightning Bug2021-09-30T17:01:35-06:00

Full Steam Ahead Kid’s Science Videos

2021-12-30T15:31:12-06:00

Full Steam Ahead Video Series Fall 2021 by Checkers Library TV

Full Steam Ahead Fall Videos

Weekly Episodes Will Be Added During This Fall

Checkers Library TV presents The Reading Road Trip: Full STEAM Ahead, a weekly 12 minute television show aimed at providing entertainment for children and illustrating the benefits of reading in a fun and exciting way. Library patrons can find these episodes on this page each week. This Fall, Checkers and his vacuum robot sidekick Snoozer head off on a reading road trip where they will explore the vast world of STEAM and visit a new location each week. The 16-episode series will feature many unique STEAM concepts such as 3d printing, dinosaurs, and many more exciting features that will keep kids on the edge of their seats. Along the way, the episodes will feature health tips from Dr. Dan, crafts and activities with Mrs. Hamilton, book recommendations, science experiments, and much more.

#1 Full Steam Ahead Fall Video Series – The secret of a dinosaur egg.

#2 Full Steam Ahead Fall Video Series – 3D Printing.

#3 Full Steam Ahead Fall Video Series – Vegetables.

#4 Full Steam Ahead Fall Video Series – Science Experiments.

#5 Full Steam Ahead Fall Video Series – Fire Safety Week.

#6 Full Steam Ahead Fall Video Series – Outer Space.

#7 Full Steam Ahead Fall Video Series – Music.

#8 Full Steam Ahead Fall Video Series – Halloween Special.

#9 Full Steam Ahead Fall Video Series – Disabilities & Illnesses.

#10 Full Steam Ahead Fall Video Series – Superheroes.

#11 Full Steam Ahead Fall Video Series – Going to the doctor.

#12 Full Steam Ahead Fall Video Series – Thanksgiving.

#13 Full Steam Ahead Fall Video Series – Ready Set Go – Exercise

#14 Full Steam Ahead Fall Video Series – Winter Wonderland

#15 Full Steam Ahead Fall Video Series – Roll the Dice – Games

#16 Full Steam Ahead Fall Video Series – The Holidays

#17 Full Steam Ahead Fall Video Series – New Years

Activity Sheets

Click to download the weekly activity sheets. 

The Reading Road Trip: Full Steam Ahead

Picture of download samples

Full Steam Ahead Kid’s Science Videos2021-12-30T15:31:12-06:00

June ’20 Board Meeting Minutes

2025-02-10T12:33:23-06:00
Board Meeting Minutes

OLNEY PUBLIC LIBRARY

BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING

June 9, 2020

      1. Call to Order – Roll Call

        The monthly meeting of the Olney Public Library Board of Trustees was called to order by Julia Eichhorst, June 9, 2020 at 5:35pm.

        Present – Board members present: Julia Eichhorst, Crystal Trout, Julie Hill, Beverly Loomis
        Absent – Board member absent: Sarah Britton, Marie Riggs, Sheila Ritter and Dan Zuber
        Others Present – Brittany Bass, Library Director and Lisa Boehl, Bookkeeper
        A board quorum was not present, so no action could be taken.

      2. Recognition of Visitors and Public Comments
        N/A
      3. Secretary’s Report and Approval of Previous Minutes
        The minutes of the March, 2020 meeting were reviewed.
      4. Treasurer’s Report & Approval of Bills Payable
        The May 2020 treasurer’s reports and bills payable were reviewed. The board will approve the March, April, May and June payables at the July meeting.
      5. Committee Reports
        Finance Committee –No report
        Personnel Committee –Brittany’s annual evaluation summary was presented to her before the meeting. The results were quite good, and the board is very pleased with her performance. The summary was passed around for review by board members.
        Policy/Bylaws Committee-No report
        Building/Grounds Committee- No report
        Public Relations/Marketing Committee-Committee will meet in the upcoming month.
        Technology Committee-No report
        Planning Committee-No report
      6. Friends of the Library–The Friends group is not planning to meet until Covid restraints are lifted.
      7. Librarian’s Report
        Brittany Bass presented a thorough written report to the trustees. The board discussed re-opening and Brittany advised that libraries are considered a part of the phase 4 group as outlined by the Governor of Illinois.
      8. Correspondence/Communication/Public Relations – N/A
      9. Old Business
      10. New Business

        Action could not be taken to amend budget.

        Brittany submitted that OPL will participate in the non-resident program. She did not indicate an amount for the non-resident fee. Board will vote on the issue in July.

        The board still needs at least one board member. Brittany is going to begin contacting those on the prospective list that the board has discussed.

      11. Executive Session – N/A
      12. Adjournment – Meeting was dismissed by Julia Eichhorst at 6:10 p.m.

    Minutes submitted by Crystal Trout

June ’20 Board Meeting Minutes2025-02-10T12:33:23-06:00
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