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Body SANTA ANA, Calif. (June 9, 2020) – OC Public Libraries is pleased to announce that library book drops will reopen beginning today. This is the first step in reopening for OC Public Libraries as it continues to follow State and County guidelines. The book drops were previously closed to protect...

Body SANTA ANA, Calif. (June 16, 2020) OC Public Libraries Launches Contactless Curb-side Pick-Up Beginning today, library patrons can now pick up their holds thanks to OC Public Libraries new contactless Curbside Pick-up service. This announcement follows the reopening of book drops on June 9 as OC Public Libraries continues to...

Body Orange County to Read and Celebrate Lab Girl in the Spring of 2021 ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. (June 25, 2020) — OC Public Libraries has been one of two Orange County organizations chosen to receive a grant of $15,000 to host the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Big Read. Lab...

Body Not done with your library books? No problem! There are no overdue fines at OC Public Libraries until further notice! Regular loan periods are in place, but overdues will not be charged. For the safety of staff and library users, all materials will be checked in after 96 hours of...

Body OC Public Libraries launched the Community Cookbook Project to connect with our community. We are constantly seeking new ways to interact with the community; to share memories, stories, and recipes with one another. Explore the cookbook HERE .

Body Congratulations to the employee of the month, Briana! Briana displays exceptional service to the public by actively listening to patrons’ needs, so she can find the best services and resource for them. She is great at helping patrons with library technology and shows patience no matter their level. She stepped...

Body Rylee is a power house when it comes to customer service. She is always coming up with ways to serve the public at our branch, from starting a workout club, offering one-on-one computer help, leading storytimes, and creating crafts for kids. She is always a friendly face when people enter...

Body Join us for our Microsoft Program Series! Wednesday, September 30, 4-6 PM: Design & Code Apps Learn to design and code apps, ages 13+ In this free two-hour virtual workshop, students thirteen and older will learn about apps   and how to create them. They will brainstorm their own app...

Body Beginning September 22, OC Public Libraries will offer Grab & Go services! Metered occupancy access for Grab & Go service: Designated self-service checkout of holds and popular items Physically distanced single-user computers by reservation for 30 minute sessions For safety purposes, staff and visitors must wear face masks and maintain...