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Winter Reading Challenge

text: Wild Wing's Winter Reading Challenge presented by the Anaheim Ducks. On either side is duck mascot for hockey team

Wild Wing's 
Winter Reading Challenge

December 8, 2025 - January 31, 2026

Join us for winter fun at your local branch! Celebrate with Anaheim Ducks Faceoff Events, performers, author events, storytimes, crafts and more! Register for Winter Reading Challenge at ocpl.beanstack.org

Visit any OC Public Libraries branch for more details and to claim your prizes. 

Children ages 14 & under who read and log their minutes on Beanstack can earn awesome Anaheim Ducks prizes:
Read 300 minutes – Bookmark
Read 600 minutes – Sunglasses
Read 1,000 minutes – Free Skating Pass + Skate Rental at any Rinks Facility

Enter to Win: Register for the Winter Reading Challenge on Beanstack for a chance to win Four Tickets to an Anaheim Ducks game at Honda Center!

text: Wild Wing's Winter Reading Challenge Faceoff for Literacy Presented by the Anaheim Ducks. Duck mascot on the left of text. Two book covers "Narwhal and Jelly" and "I Can Play Too" to the right

Join us for a doubleheader event featuring:

Ducks Gaming Lounge | Outdoor Hockey Rink | Slapshot Lanes | Games, Music, Crafts | Limited Edition Anaheim Ducks Library Cards | Author/Illustrator Talks | Register for the Winter Reading Challenge | Wild Wing Meet-and-Greets

For more information, call 714-566-3072 or email ocpl.programs@occr.ocgov.com

photo of Ben Clanton next to cover of book titled Narwhal Unicorn of the Sea

Monday, December 8
Rancho Santa Margarita Library

4:30-6:00 pm: Anaheim Ducks Faceoff Activities
6:00 pm: Author Ben Clanton - complimentary books available, while supplies last

Ben Clanton is the New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of the Narwhal and Jelly series whose picture books include the Ploof series (with Andy Chou Musser) and the Tater Tales series.

Photo of Dom Granato next to book cover titled I Can Play Too

Tuesday, December 9
Tustin Library

4:30-6:00 pm: Anaheim Ducks Faceoff Activities
6:00 pm: Illustrator Dom Granato – complimentary books available, while supplies last

Dom Granato is the illustrator of the book I Can Play Too. An artist and a hockey player, he grew up making art everywhere and anywhere. He makes art for a living and still plays hockey on an LGBTQ+ team in San Francisco, because he can play too.

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text reads OC Public Libraries Presents Carolers & Crafts above four people dressed in 1800s winter attire
Celebrate the season with a joyful afternoon of music and creativity! Enjoy festive holiday tunes performed live by the Lil’ Dickens Carolers, while you and your family take part in fun, hands-on holiday crafts. This cheerful community gathering is the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit—whether you’re singing along, creating something special, or just soaking in the warm atmosphere. All ages are welcome to join in the fun.

Please contact individual branch for further details.

Wednesday, December 3 at 5:00 pm
Foothill Ranch Library
27002 Cabriole Way
Foothill Ranch, CA 92610
(949) 855-8072

Thursday, December 4 at 5:00 pm
La Palma Library
7842 Walker Street
La Palma, CA 90623
(714) 523-8585

Tuesday, December 9 at 5:00 pm
Dana Point Library
33841 Niguel Road
Dana Point, CA 92629
(949) 496-5517

Wednesday, December 10 at 5:00 pm
Villa Park Library
17865 Santiago Blvd.
Villa Park, CA 92861
(714) 998-0861

Monday, December 15 at 5:00 pm
Brea Library
1 Civic Center Circle
Brea, CA 92821
(714) 671-1722

Tuesday, December 16 at 5:00 pm
Garden Grove Tibor Rubin Library
11962 Bailey Street
Garden Grove, CA 92845
(714) 897-2594

This project is funded in part through a grant from the California Department of Aging and administered locally by the Orange County Office on Aging.

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Join OC Public Libraries for Winter Art Classes! Create your own festive masterpieces and celebrate the season with creativity and fun. Bring a friend, family member, or make new friends as you laugh, create, and share the joy of winter together. Take home your very own winter treasure and let your imagination sparkle all season long!

Classes are designed for adults, but children ages 6 and older are welcome to participate. All supplies will be provided. 
Please contact individual branch for registration details.

Monday, December 8 at 4:00 pm
Laguna Niguel Library
30341 Crown Valley Pkwy
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 249-5252

Class: Acrylic Painting

Wednesday, December 10 at 4:00 pm
San Clemente Library
242 Avenida Del Mar
San Clemente, CA 92672
(949) 492-3493

Class: Clay & Paint

Saturday, December 13 at 11:00 am
Costa Mesa Donald Dungan Library
1855 Park Ave
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
(949) 646-8845

Class: Acrylic Painting

Thursday, December 18 at 4:00 pm
Dana Point Library
33841 Niguel Rd
Dana Point, CA 92629
(949) 496-5517

Class: Clay & Paint

Saturday, December 20 at 11:00 am
Cypress Library
5331 Orange Avenue
Cypress, CA 90630
(714) 826-0350

Class: Acrylic Painting

This project is funded in part through a grant from the California Department of Aging and administered locally by the Orange County Office on Aging.

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harpist Tiffany Wu playing on a harp
Celebrate the season with an evening of holiday cheer! Enjoy a live harp performance by Tiffany Wu, festive crafts, light refreshments, and cookie decorating fun for the whole family. No registration required, all ages welcome.

Monday, December 15 at 5:00 pm
Westminster Library
8180 13th Street
Westminster, CA 92683

For more information, call 714-893-5057 or email ocpl.westminster@occr.ocgov.com

This project is funded in part through a grant from the California Department of Aging and administered locally by the Orange County Office on Aging.