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The Olney Central College (OCC) Learning Commons is a physical and virtual hub for learning; a place for students to connect with library services, tutoring, testing, request ADA accommodations, and seek group or individual study space.

πŸ“š Say hello to some of the newest books in our collection!Our work-study student, Sebastian, is helping welcome these ne...
10/07/2026

πŸ“š Say hello to some of the newest books in our collection!

Our work-study student, Sebastian, is helping welcome these new arrivals to the shelves. They're settling in nicely, but they're already looking forward to meeting readers across campus.

Stop by the Learning Commons and check a few out! πŸ“– ❀️

πŸŽƒπŸ“š Ghosts, monsters, creepy mysteries... or maybe just that book that's been haunting your TBR pile. πŸ‘€Join us for our Oc...
10/06/2026

πŸŽƒπŸ“š Ghosts, monsters, creepy mysteries... or maybe just that book that's been haunting your TBR pile. πŸ‘€

Join us for our October BYO Book Club and share a favorite spooky season read, a current read, or a recent finish. Not into spooky books? That's okay! All genres and formats are welcome.

πŸ‘» No assigned books. Just frightfully good book talk and fang-tastic recommendations.

πŸ“… October 14 at Noon & October 27 at Noon
πŸ“ Learning Commons/Library

πŸ“š Some of the most frequently challenged books are also some of the most widely read.Titles like The Bluest Eye, Animal ...
10/05/2026

πŸ“š Some of the most frequently challenged books are also some of the most widely read.

Titles like The Bluest Eye, Animal Farm, Brave New World, Fahrenheit 451, and The Handmaid's Tale continue to spark discussion because they tackle complex ideas and difficult questions.

This Banned Books Week, we invite you to explore our display in the Learning Commons and celebrate the freedom to read, learn, and think critically.

πŸ“šβœ¨ Happy Banned Books Week! βœ¨πŸ“šThis week, we celebrate the freedom to read and the power of stories to inform, challenge,...
10/04/2026

πŸ“šβœ¨ Happy Banned Books Week! βœ¨πŸ“š

This week, we celebrate the freedom to read and the power of stories to inform, challenge, inspire, and connect us. Libraries play an important role in ensuring access to diverse perspectives and ideas for all readers.

Join us in recognizing the value of intellectual freedom and the right to explore books without restriction.

πŸ’™πŸ“š The Learning Commons is all set up for Blue Preview today!We're excited to meet high school and 8th grade students as...
09/30/2026

πŸ’™πŸ“š The Learning Commons is all set up for Blue Preview today!

We're excited to meet high school and 8th grade students as they explore everything OCC has to offer. Stop by our table to learn about the Learning Commons, discover our Bring Your Own Book Club, and pick up free buttons, bookmarks, and brochures.

09/28/2026

πŸ“š What’s on your bookshelf?

OCC students, faculty, and staff are invited to join the Bring Your Own Book Club! Share what you're reading, discover new titles, and connect with fellow readers. No assigned books, just great conversation.

πŸ“… Next meeting: Tuesday September 29 at Noon
πŸ“ OCC Learning Commons
Book recommendations and club updates: https://iecc.libguides.com/occbookclub

πŸ“œ β€œWe the People...”On September 17, 1787, those three words introduced a document that continues to shape our nation an...
09/17/2026

πŸ“œ β€œWe the People...”

On September 17, 1787, those three words introduced a document that continues to shape our nation and our daily lives.

Today is Constitution Day. Stop by the Learning Commons to pick up a free pocket copy of the U.S. Constitution and explore the document that continues to shape our government, civic life, and constitutional freedoms. πŸ“– Free copies available while supplies last.

Can't stop by? Explore the Constitution online through the National Archives: https://www.archives.gov/founding-docs/constitution

πŸ“š What a great start to our Bring Your Own Book Club!Our 12 participants shared favorite books, current reads, and stori...
09/16/2026

πŸ“š What a great start to our Bring Your Own Book Club!

Our 12 participants shared favorite books, current reads, and stories about how they became readers. Thank you to everyone who attended and made our first meeting a success!

πŸ“… Next meeting: Tuesday, September 29 at Noon (Open to OCC students, faculty, and staff)

πŸ“– Be sure to check our BYO Book Club page regularly for new recommendations and updates from club participants: https://iecc.libguides.com/occbookclub/home

Today we remember the victims of September 11, 2001, and honor the bravery of first responders, service members, and ord...
09/11/2026

Today we remember the victims of September 11, 2001, and honor the bravery of first responders, service members, and ordinary citizens who acted with extraordinary courage.

Featured in our collection are stories of survival, sacrifice, and resilience that help preserve the history and human experiences of that day. As we mark this anniversary, we reflect on the lives lost, the heroes who emerged, and the strength that carried communities forward.

πŸ¦† We have some expert duck hunters on campus, and we need your help for one last week!A few crafty ducks have managed to...
09/09/2026

πŸ¦† We have some expert duck hunters on campus, and we need your help for one last week!

A few crafty ducks have managed to avoid capture and are still hiding around campus. Frankly, they're getting a little too confident.

If you find one, bring it to the Learning Commons and exchange it for a prize. Let's see if we can track down the last of these feathered fugitives before they escape for good! πŸ˜‰

Address

305 North West Street
Olney, IL
62450

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+16183957777

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