ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. (August 29, 2025) – There’s nothing more empowering than a library card – through access to books, ebooks, educational programs and free internet services, OCPL provides opportunities for our communities to pursue their dreams and passions. Get homework help, connect through a bookclub, help your child get ready for kindergarten, or visit a state park – all for free with an OC Public Libraries card. OCPL helps parents by providing free access to educational resources and services, from the Kindergarten Readiness Initiative and backpacks to storytimes, fun programs and activities to homework help and bilingual resources. A library card is one of the most cost-effective back-to-school supplies! Reading helps brain development and provides a solid foundation for language and literacy skills. Opening a book encourages children to travel to faraway places and let their imagination soar. Getting a library card opens a world of endless possibilities we have fun and entertaining programs for kids, a great environment for after-school studies, language courses, and sewing machines, globes, telescopes, and gardening tools and seeds to borrow. Come check it out in person or go online and sign up for a card today at https://ocpl.org/cards OC Public Libraries (OCPL)
OC Public Libraries is a vibrant network of 29 branches, and a satellite location at the Orangewood Children and Family Center, delivering vital library services across the county. With a strong commitment to early literacy, OCPL nurtures a passion for reading in young learners, while also providing robust programs and resources for teens, seniors, and everyone in between. Offering access to over 1.7 million materials, as well as a vast range of online resources and streaming services, OCPL empowers individuals at every stage of life. Our mission is rooted in promoting lifelong learning, fostering community connections, and ensuring free, open access to knowledge and tools that enrich lives. Through innovative programming, we support diverse needs, encourage personal growth, and strengthen the fabric of our community. Our services help people of all ages thrive. At OC Public Libraries, books are just the beginning. More information at https://ocpl.org
