Body As of July 1, 2025, the City of Irvine has transitioned out of the OC Public Libraries (OCPL) system. OCPL remains dedicated to serving our patrons with a vast collection of over 1.7 million items, friendly staff, author events, fun and educational programs for all ages, and welcoming spaces throughout...

Body ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. (June 8, 2026) – This summer, OC Public Libraries invites children and families to dig into “Plant a Seed, Read”, a reading program that encourages children, teens, and adults to read throughout the summer. From June 15 through August 2, participants can enjoy branch programming, grab‑and‑go craft...

Body ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. (June 8, 2026) – OC Public Libraries welcomes Melissa de la Cruz, the #1 New York Times, #1 Publishers Weekly, and #1 IndieBound bestselling author of more than fifty critically acclaimed and award-winning books for readers of all ages. Her novels have appeared on the USA Today... Links in this section relate to Body

Body Laguna Hills, Calif. (July 16, 2026) – OC Public Libraries is proud to present A Slice of Literary Orange , a series featuring keynote speakers throughout the year in celebration of literacy. Daniel Silva has been called his generation’s finest writer of international intrigue and one of the greatest American...

Body ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. (July 20, 2026) – OC Public Libraries (OCPL) has been awarded a NACo Achievement Award from the National Association of Counties (NACo), recognizing outstanding innovation in county government. NACo’s annual Achievement Awards honor effective, forward‑thinking programs that strengthen services and improve the quality of life for residents...