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What's Happening at YOUR Library?

Big News for ORL Patrons!

Starting October 1, 2025, Ozark Regional Library is rejoining Missouri Evergreen — giving you FREE access to 5+ million books, audiobooks, and more from 75+ Missouri libraries!

With Evergreen, you can:
✅ Browse a statewide catalog from any digital device
✅ Request items from other libraries
✅ Pick them up at your local branch — free!
✨ Bonus: To celebrate, we’re forgiving ALL library fees and fines. On Oct. 1, everyone gets a fresh start!

Learn more at your library’s front desk.

This project is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State.




A graphic outline of Missouri 
		  Large green text across the state outline: EVERGREEN™		
		  
Other text:  WE'RE BACK!
Ozark Regional Library
Rejoins Missouri Evergreen
October 1st, 2025
This project is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State.
An event flyer with musical notes, colorful circles and text that reads: All ages and abilities welcome! A Month of Music Lessons Presented by SEMO Soundforge Every Thursday in September 4pm-6pm
						  Each week a differnt instrument will be a featured lesson. 9/4 Guitar 9/11 Keyboard/Ukulele 9/18 Open Session 9/25 Drums
						  
 Practice instruments are provided, but you are encouraged to bring your own !

A Month of Music Lessons

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Join us every Thursday in September at the Fredericktown Branch to make some beautiful noise. Kristin Englehart, founder of SEMO Soundforge, will focus each week on a different lesson.This program is free and all ages and abilities are welcome. Practice instruments are provided, but you are encouraged to bring your own instruments if you have them. For more information please call or visit the library.

A green flyer with text:
Get Assistance upgrading your computer to GNU/Linux
If your Windows 10 computer is being denied an upgrade to Windows 11 but you would like to keep using it safely, we can assist you in upgrading it to GNU+Linux Mint which is a free, secure and trusted operating system.  Most Windows PCs and Macs made after 2010 can be upgraded to GNU+Linux Mint.  
The  GNU+Linux upgrade process usually takes thirty minutes or less. But we suggest that you allow for up to 1 hour or even more.  Please note, this free service is for personal and home users only.
We’ll be doing Upgrades 
Monday, 9/22, 10am-2pm and Saturday, 9/27 9am-1pm
Walk-ins welcome but priority given to those registered with link below which provides additional important details and pre-upgrade preparation such as backing up files before you arrive. Note: Installing GNU/Linux requires the drive be erased and reformatted. Back-up your files/data to an external drive before arriving to do the upgrade.

Get Assistance upgrading your computer to GNU/Linux

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If your Windows 10 computer is being denied an upgrade to Windows 11 but you would like to keep using it safely, we can assist you in upgrading it to GNU+Linux Mint which is a free, secure and trusted operating system. Most Windows PCs and Macs made after 2010 can be upgraded to GNU+Linux Mint. The GNU+Linux upgrade process usually takes thirty minutes or less. But we suggest that you allow for up to 1 hour or even more. Please note, this free service is for personal and home users only.

We’ll be doing Upgrades
Monday, 9/22, 10am-2pm and Saturday, 9/27 9am-1pm

Walk-ins welcome but priority given to those registered with link below which provides additional important details and pre-upgrade preparation such as backing up files before you arrive. Note: Installing GNU/Linux requires the drive be erased and reformatted. Back-up your files/data to an external drive before arriving to do the upgrade.

Learn more and pre-register here.

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	    Missouri Feral Hog Elimination Partnership
	    Presentation is Free of Charge to the Public
	    Speaker: Jerry Richards Feral Hog Outreach Coordinator
	    October 9 5:30 - 7:30pm
	    Ozark Regional Library 115 S Main St Fredericktown, MO
	    Various photos of feral hogs digging up a natural landscape
	    Feral hogs threaten Missouri agriculture
	    All trapping, aerial operations and eequipment are free of chare to the landowners
	    Response Time: 48 hours
	    Feral Hogs destroy native habitat, damage crops and pastures and compete with native wildlife and carry and spread diseases

Missouri Feral Hog Elimination Partnership Presentation

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Join us at the Fredericktown Library on Thursday, October 9, at 5:30 PM for a free public class on feral hogs in Missouri! Presented in partnership with University of Missouri Extension, learn how these invasive animals impact our agriculture—and what you can do to help combat them.

October 9 5:30 - 7:30pm
Ozark Regional Library 115 S Main St Fredericktown, MO

A flyer for an upcoming book sale. Text:
	Oct 14-Nov 15
	204 N Allen
	Annapolis
	115 S Main
	Fredericktown
	402 N Main
	City Hall
	Viburnum
	Early Access for Friends of Library
	Oct 6- 11

Fall Book Sale

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October 14 - November 15, all branches:

  • 204 N Allen Annapolis
  • 115 S Main Fredericktown
  • 402 N Main Ironton
  • City Hall Viburnum

Early Access for Friends of Library Oct 6 - 1

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  Fall Story Time
  October 20th to November 21st
   10AM
Annapolis: Mondays, October 20, 27,
November 3, 10, 17

Viburnum: Tuesdays, October 21, 28,
November 4, 18

Fredericktown: Wednesdays, October 22,
29, November 5, 12, 19

Ironton: Fridays, October 24, 31,
November 7, 14, 21

BEST FOR PRE-K

2025 Fall Story Time

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Celebrate the season with Fall Story Time at Ozark Regional Library! From October 20 to November 21, join us for songs, stories, rhymes, arts and crafts, and plenty of fun at the library.

This program is best suited for children ages 0–5, but all ages are welcome!

Story Time Schedule:

Mondays at 10 AM – Ozark Regional Library–Annapolis
Tuesdays at 10 AM – Viburnum City Hall
Wednesdays at 10 AM – Ozark Regional Library–Fredericktown
Fridays at 10 AM – Ozark Regional Library–Ironton

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 Alzheimers Trivia Bingo
October 21st
Ironton Library
• Trivia bingo starts at 1:00 PM
• Wits workouts!
• Caregiver presentation at 5:30 PM
Join us to learn more about Alzheimer's and the resources available in your community.

Alzheimer’s Trivia Bingo

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Join the University of Missouri Extension Office and the Alzheimer’s Association at the Ironton Ozark Regional Library for a fun and informative event focused on Alzheimer’s awareness.

Activities include:

1:00 PM – Trivia Bingo
Following Bingo – Wits Workouts to promote brain health
5:30 PM – Caregiver Presentation

If you care for someone with Alzheimer’s—or have a loved one affected—this is a great opportunity to learn about available resources and connect with others in your community.

A blue background with white text: We're Hiring Part time clerks for Ironton and Fredericktown
	    Submit your application by September 30, Drop off at any branch
	    Email to librarian@ozarkregional.org
	    Applications available online and at all branches
	    ozarkregional.org/opportunities.html

We're Hiring

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We're Hiring Part time clerks for Ironton and Fredericktown Submit your application by September 30, Drop off at any branch Email to librarian@ozarkregional.org Applications available online and at all branches

Computer hardware UpCycling program

We’re partnering with Madison County Recovery Allies, local residents and businesses to begin a new computer UpCycle program! 

How it works: If you have an older computer (back to 2010), Mac or Windows, that you no longer use, you can donate it to us and we will be upgrading it to run Linux Mint which is a secure operating system designed to run great on older computers.  Once computers are upgraded we will be giving them away to area residents based on a first come, first served basis. 

To learn more about Linux and all of the free applications that come installed on an UpCycled computer check out our new page at: https://ozarkregional.org/CCU.html

From that page you’ll see links to donate your old computer. For the month of June donations are being accepted at Madison County Recovery Allies at 505 South Main by appointment only. Fill out the online form.

The Library will begin accepting donated computers in July.

Community Computer Upcycle

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We’re partnering with Madison County Recovery Allies, local residents and businesses to begin a new computer UpCycle program!

How it works: If you have an older computer (back to 2010), Mac or Windows, that you no longer use, you can donate it to us and we will be upgrading it to run Linux Mint which is a secure operating system designed to run great on older computers. Once computers are upgraded we will be giving them away to area residents based on a first come, first served basis.

To learn more about Linux and all of the free applications that come installed on an UpCycled computer check out the new Community Computer Upcycle page .


OZARK REGIONAL LIBRARY
Do you want to learn more about technology?
Would you like to enhance your resume?
Improve your knowledge base and earn a certificate by taking proctored exams through Northstar. Visit your local library branch to get started today!
NORTHSTAR
Digital Literacy
ozarkregional.org

Ozark Regional Library Offers Technology Training via Northstar Digital Literacy

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Ozark Regional Library is happy to announce that we are offering digital literacy assessments and training from Northstar Digital Literacy. This free service is provided by a partnership between the Missouri State Library, the REAL (Remote Electronic Access for Libraries) program, and MOREnet.

Northstar Digital Literacy training begins with a selection of assessments which determine how proficient the user is at the targeted skill, such as working with Windows 11 or Microsoft Word. From there, users can take a series of self-guided training sessions and tests to improve their proficiency levels. Users can earn certificates for completing these training modules if they pass the test with 85% or higher (to earn the certificate, users must take the proctored assessment while being proctored at a Northstar location such as Ozark Regional Library). The certificate may be used as proof of technology skills when applying for a job. All assessments and training are free of charge.

Proctors will soon be available at all of our libraries. If you would like to take a proctored assessment please contact the nearest branch of Ozark Regional Library, or contact us via our website at ozarkregional.org.

Click here to begin digital literacy training.

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		in the center. Words: Ozark Regional Library Technology Help Available at all branches
		Please make an appointment

Technology Help

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Need help with technology? Come by the library -- appointments are recommended! Use the link below to schedule your time.

Tech Help Schedule:
* Mondays: Ironton - 10 AM-12 PM
* Select Tuesdays (twice a month):
  - Annapolis - 2 PM-4 PM
  - Viburnum - 2 PM-4 PM
* Wednesdays: Fredericktown - 10 AM-12 PM

Technology Help -Make an Appointment

Libby, by OverDrive

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Click button above for link to download.


Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines to read on your phone or tablet using the Libby app by OverDrive. You can even send and read your borrowed ebooks to your Kindle ereader (U.S. only)! It’s free and easy to get started. Learn more at overdrive.com/apps/libby/ .

How to Get Started with Libby Missouri Libraries 2 Go -- Our connection to Libby

OZARK REGIONAL LIBRARY
Voices of the Ozarks
Family Recipes
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Voices of the Ozarks

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The Voices of the Ozarks project which started in Fredericktown pre-COVID will be renewed and expanded with a focus on family recipes and intergenerational dialogues in 2024!

The goal is to record approximately two (2) interviews per month (one in the Fredericktown library and one in the Ironton library) from April through December of 2024. These short audio recordings will be posted online with photos of the participants, the recipe, and a sample (when possible) to celebrate the past and present of Ozark cuisine. This program is designed to be a recorded dialogue between our older and younger generations, but participants are not required to bring someone with them. Visit ozarkregional.org or call (573) 546-2615 for more information.

Voices of the Ozarks Reservation

Passport Services Flyer

Passport Services

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Passport Services - Ironton

We offer passport applications and passport acceptance services. We welcome any questions you may have about the passport application process.

Flyer for 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

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1,000 Books Before Kindergarten is a nationwide initiative that promotes the joy of story. This free program ranges from newborn to just before kindergarten.