Congratulations Employee of the Month Tina! Tina consistently goes above and beyond, bringing creativity, dedication, and positivity to the workplace. From leading engaging programs like Read to a Dog and Crafty Wednesday to providing outstanding customer service, she excels in everything she does. Tina's thoughtfulness and willingness to support colleagues...

ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. (February 14, 2025) –OC Public Libraries is proud to present A Slice of Literary Orange , a series featuring keynote speakers throughout the year, in celebration of literacy . Jenifer Lewis is one of Hollywood's most familiar faces, with more than 300 appearances in film and television...

ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. (February 27, 2025) – OC Public Libraries is proud to present A Slice of Literary Orange , a series featuring keynote speakers throughout the year, in celebration of literacy . Viet Thanh Nguyen is the author of The Committed , which continues the story of The Sympathizer...

As of July 1, 2025, the City of Irvine has transitioned out of the OC Public Libraries (OCPL) system. We remain dedicated to serving our patrons with a vast collection of over 1.7 million items, friendly staff, and welcoming spaces throughout the county. We encourage you to visit one of...

Congratulations Employee of the month Annie! As our budget analyst, Annie plays a vital role in supporting OC Public Libraries, guiding us in strategic and financial planning, assisting us with the preparation of OCPL’s annual budget, and providing guidance on purchases for branch operations. Annie’s expertise, problem-solving skills, and strategic...

ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. (March 7, 2025) –OC Public Libraries invites the community to visit the Rancho Santa Margarita Library for an upcoming literary event featuring actor, restauranteur, and cookbook author Danny Trejo. Danny Trejo is the acclaimed author of Trejo’s Tacos: Recipes and Stories from L.A., a cookbook that pays...

ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. (March 25, 2025) – OC Public Libraries is thrilled to announce its Earth Day 2025 Celebration, a remarkable opportunity to observe and share the library’s commitment to sustainability with the community. In partnership with OC Waste & Recycling, OC Public Libraries is hosting special programs and activities...

Take the internet home with your library card! As part of the Internet Access Initiative, Wifi hotspots available at OC Public Libraries branches and Mobile Library. (Subject to availability) Checkout information: Must have a valid library card Limited to 1 hotspot checkout per card 3-Week checkout Hotspots are non-renewable To...

No matter what kind of day, Kim meets every patron with a smile and a cheerful energy that inspires her co-workers to do the same. Her pluck and good humor is the glue that helps everyone work together as a staff and she sets an example not through words, but...

ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. (January 13, 2021) – OC Public Libraries is recognizing a major milestone in 2021 as it reaches its 100th year of service. The OC Public Libraries centennial, to be commemorated with the tagline Celebrate the Past, Inspire the Future. 100 Years of Possibilities ., was announced at...