Overview
Studies show that 1 in 3 families in the U.S. face the difficult decision of whether to feed or diaper their child.
In partnership with the Metro East Diaper Bank and the Friends of the Library, we serve as as Diaper Depot, making diapers available to families in need.
Packs of free diapers are available in our Children's Department to anyone in need. Sizes range from Newborn to Size 5. There are no questions asked or forms to fill out to receive these diapers.
If you would like to help support this effort, you can drop off diaper donations in the Children's Department or make a financial donation to the Metro East Diaper Bank through their website.
Overview
Over 60% of adults in the US have a disability of some kind, many of which can make navigating websites challenging. The O'Fallon Public Library has added the Recite Me toolbar to our website as an expression of our ongoing commitment to ensure accessibility to all.
What does the toolbar do?
The Recite Me toolbar allows every visitor to our website access to the information and resources they are looking for. The comprehensive Recite Me toolbar works across all devices and offers a unique range of functions ensuring that our work is accessible to all. You can use it to:
- Read website text aloud (including PDFs)
- Download the text as an MP3 file to play it where and when it suits you
- Change font sizes and colors
- Customize background-color
- Translate text into more than 100 different languages
- Access a fully integrated dictionary and thesaurus
How do I access the toolbar?
You can open the Recite Me language and accessibility toolbar by clicking on the black and white button in the bottom right-hand corner of site.
After you click that button, the Recite Me toolbar opens and displays a range of different options for customizing the way the website looks and ways you can interact with the content.
How do I use the toolbar?
Our website is equipped with Recite Me language and accessibility tools to make it more accessible and inclusive for as many people as possible. Below you will find a guide to using all of the features on the Recite Me toolbar.
Play Audio
Back: Rewind to the previous paragraph of text
Play: Click the Play button to read the text aloud
Forward: Skip forward to the next paragraph of text
Text Options
Decrease: This will decrease the text size
Font: You can change the font that displays on the page
Increase: This will increase the text size
Color, Ruler & Screen Mask
Color: Change the background, text, and link colors
Ruler: Click to enable the reading ruler
Screen Mask: Will create a letterbox for focused viewing of a section of the page
Settings
Settings: Adjust your Recite Me toolbar settings
Reset: This will restore the default settings
User Guide: This will give you an overview of the Recite Me Toolbar Features
Dictionary, Translation & Magnifier
Dictionary: Highlight and click on this to view the definition of the word
Translation: Translate text into a different language
Magnifier: Click and drag the magnifying glass to magnify text on the screen
Plain Text Mode, Margins & Audio Download
Text Mode: Remove images to view content in plain text mode
Margins: Change the text dimensions by narrowing the width of the text column
Download Audio: Highlight the text then click the button to download the text as an audio file
Turn Off Recite Me
At any time, exit from Recite Me by clicking on the “X” in the top right corner.
Where can I find support for Recite Me?
In addition to the usage examples we’ve highlighted here, you can read the Recite Me User Guide or watch this video to learn about all of the different customization options and how to apply them when you read our website.
If you have any questions about Recite Me you can contact Recite Me by email at [email protected] or call (571) 946-4068.
Overview
The library has a plethora of events and resources to help young children develop the skills necessary to succeed. Among those is our partnership with Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.
This program is funded and operated by the Friends of the Library.
Learn more about this initiative and how you can get involved through the links above.
Overview
We are thrilled to partner with KultureCity, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to creating sensory-inclusive spaces for individuals with sensory needs. Together, we are committed to making our library a welcoming and accessible place for everyone in our community.
Through this collaboration, we have implemented several initiatives to enhance the library experience for visitors with sensory challenges. Our team members have received specialized training to better understand and assist individuals with sensory sensitivities. We have also introduced sensory kits, including noise-canceling headphones, fidget tools, and weighted lap pads, available at our Children's Help Desk.
In addition, designated Quiet Zones and sensory-friendly events have been established to provide a calm and supportive environment for all our patrons. These efforts align with our mission to ensure that everyone feels comfortable and included when they visit our library.
Overview
We are excited to announce that the O'Fallon Public Library is a PurpleOne Safe Place for Survivors of Domestic Violence. We are proud to support our local domestic violence agency, the Violence Prevention Center, in becoming a community united against domestic violence.
Safe Places are local businesses and organizations where survivors can receive a referral to a local domestic violence agency or information about domestic violence. Members of our team completed training, where they learn to recognize, respond to, and refer survivors of domestic violence.
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, know that you are not alone. You can reach our 24 hours a day for help, call the Violence Prevention Center at 618-235-0892.