Circulation Services

Many different types of materials are available for checkout at the library:

• Books
• Large print books
• Magazines
• DVDs & videos
• Music CDs
• Books on CD, cassette, and MP3
• Paperbacks

Fax service, a public copier, and tax forms also available.

Interlibrary Loan

If an item you want is not in the Lewis & Clark catalog stop by or call the circulation desk to complete an interlibrary loan request.  We will try and obtain the item through a statewide and/or nationwide search.  There is no charge for this service.

Computer Services

Computers for word processing are available for public use on the first floor of the library.  Sign in to use these computers at the circulation desk.

Computers with Internet access are available for use by O'Fallon Public Library cardholders. These computers are located on the second floor of the library.  Cardholders under the age of 18 must have an Internet agreement / waiver signed by a parent or guardian on file before accessing the Internet.

An Internet Express computer for non-cardholders is also located on the second floor of the library.  Those without an O'Fallon Library card can use this for up to twenty minutes a day.

Wireless access is also available.  Passwords are available for all day access.  Stop by the reference desk to obtain a password.  (Library card is not needed.)

Patron Access Computers to search the Lewis & Clark catalog are located in front of the circulation desk and also in the children's department.

Computer classes are offered on a monthly basis.  Check the calendar for current offerings.

Computer Training Room

The library has an eight station computer training room available for groups and small businesses to use to update their staff and clients on computer applications.  Reservations are required. Contact the library for more information.

Youth and Teen Services

A youth services librarian is available in the children's section of the library to offer assistance and guidance to children and parents.

The children's section also houses several special collections of materials to assist the young reader.

Be sure and check the calendar for children's and teen programming, as well as storytime hours.

Assignment Alert!--A cooperative initiative for O'Fallon teachers to notify the library about upcoming assignments.  The library will be prepared with supplemental materials for students using the library to complete assignments.  Teachers please fax or email ofaj@lcls.org information about the upcoming assignment or complete this form.

Special Delivery Bags-- Need something for children while they are sick or visiting?  Let us create a personalized bag of fun with books, movies, and activity sheets!  To request a bag, fill out our Special Delivery Bag form, call the library at 632-3783, or send us an email at ofaj@lcls.org.  Give us 24 hours to put your bag together & we'll contact you when it is ready.  All materials are due back 3 weeks from checkout.  This service is available to O'Fallon Public Library patrons only.

Reference Assistance

We will assist you with your reference questions, by phone, in person, or via e-mail.

Community Spaces in the Library

The library has a small and large meeting room available for civic groups to use at no charge.  Reservations are required.  Contact the library for more information.