OC Public Libraries

A Slice of Literary Orange is a series featuring keynote speakers throughout the year at various venues across the county, with no cost for attendees. These events take place at library locations or with the support of community partners.

EARTH DAY CELEBRATION
Observing Earth Day helps share our sustainability initiative with the community!

In celebration of Earth Day, OCPL is excited to partner with OC Waste & Recycling (OCWR) to bring programs to Orange County and build connections while doing our part to protect the planet.

Earth Day...

Join us for a music appreciation series. Music lovers of all ages are invited to visit the library and enjoy a performance by cellist, Chelsea Wong. 

Brad Taylor, Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.), is a twenty-one-year veteran of the U.S. Army Infantry and Special Forces, including eight years with the 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment-­Delta, popularly known as Delta Force. Taylor retired after serving more than two decades and participating in...

OC Public Libraries is proud to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a variety of enriching programs, including author talks, cooking classes, music appreciation series, and more!

OC Public Libraries is celebrating the seniors in our lives and communities in May for Older Adults Month! Have you let the older adults in your life know how much you appreciate them? Join us at the three library branches across Orange County who will be hosting Senior Get-Together events! There...

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Whether you're a teen entering the workforce for the first time, an adult looking for a career change, or someone aiming for a promotion – this workshop series is for you!

In these interactive workshops, you’ll get hands-on experience in creating...

Jenny Martinez, author of the cookbook My Mexican Mesa Y Listo! has appeared on the Food Network and has become well known on social media platforms by sharing her authentic family Mexican recipes. Jenny's following has steadily grown with her viral video showcasing her Birria "Quesa-Tacos" recipe.

Laura Dave is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Last Thing He Told Me, Eight Hundred Grapes and other novels. Her books have been published in thirty-eight languages and have been chosen by Reese Witherspoon's Book Club, Indie Next, Book of the Month Club, The Richard and Judy Book...

Unleash your creativity as you paint on your own canvas for a few minutes, then swap with a neighbor to create one-of-a-kind shared masterpieces. All ages welcome. Space is limited, please contact individual branch for registration details.

Join us as we kick off the Comic Orange celebration with an evening featuring R.L. Stine! Renowned as one of the greatest children's horror authors, R.L. Stine has captivated generations with his iconic Goosebumps and Fear Street series. The Goosebumps series turned R.L. Stine into a worldwide...

Comic Orange promotes literacy in our community by highlighting our graphic novel collections, celebrating comics, and engaging the community by offering an annual family-friendly event. 

Join OC Public Libraries for a series of gardening workshops. All ages welcome! All supplies will be provided.
Space is limited, please contact individual branch for registration details.

Join OC Public Libraries for a unique culinary experience! Take part in one of our three exclusive cooking classes led by passionate culinary professionals from Kate’s Japanese Kitchen. Each class will explore authentic Japanese cooking techniques with modern plating styles to create unforgettable...

Join us for a music appreciation series. Music lovers of all ages are invited to visit the library and enjoy a performance by guitarist, Nick Fuentes. No registration required, all ages welcome.

Sarah Ahn’s viral food videos of her and her mom have captivated millions of viewers with their behind-the-scenes look at Korean cooking and multigenerational home life. This collaboration is now a must-have cookbook blending the emotional intimacy of Crying in H Mart with practical culinary advice...

Owen Han is a chef and culinary content creator, coined the ‘King of Sandwiches’ on TikTok with millions of fans tuning in daily to see his latest take on the internet’s most delicious sandwiches. Owen first learned how to cook from watching his first-generation Chinese father and Italian mother in...

Daniel Silva has been called his generation's finest writer of international intrigue and one of the greatest American spy novelists ever. Compelling, passionate, haunting, brilliant: these are the words that have been used to describe the work of award-winning #1 New York Times bestselling author...

No waiting to check out these audiobooks. Use your library card to sign up, and listen to audiobooks anytime. Choose from over 6,000 titles in every genre imaginable.

The Zip Book program is back! Request a book not owned by OC Public Libraries to be shipped directly to you from Amazon. When you are done, return to your local OC Public Libraries branch!

Reading can take you anywhere! Journey to faraway lands, experience new perspectives, or explore your own inner world all from the comfort of your favorite reading nook! Log your reading throughout the year to earn badges.

Explore Orange County museums and attractions through this exciting partnership between OC Public Libraries and local cultural institutions. Log in to Discover & Go with your OC Public Libraries card and reserve free or low-cost passes to participating organizations.
 

In 2021, OC Public Libraries took its 100 years of service in a new direction by removing late fines for overdue items.  

Goodbye Late Fines – OC Public Libraries is fine free!

For more information visit ocpl.org/nolatefines

Adventure beyond the book is here! OC Public Libraries is partnering with California State Parks and the California State Library to offer free State Parks vehicle-day use passes, available for circulation at all branches of public libraries in California.

The OC Memory Lab is a space for free, do-it-yourself digitization that allows users to safeguard their important documents and memories.

OC Public Libraries'  guide for becoming a US Citizen.  Prepared by library staff for Orange County residents, the content includes:  Applying for Citizenship, Where to File, Filing Fee, Preparing for the Test and Interview, and Resources.