OC Public Libraries are a great place for teens! Branch libraries offer programs and materials for fun reading as well as homework assignments. Staff can help you find what you need, and you can use our website as a jumping off point to explore the World Wide Web.

Websites Activity Village Quick and easy crafts arranged by theme or holiday. Hands on Crafts for Kids School and curriculum based projects, multicultural projects, and every day, holiday, and seasonal ideas. Make and Takes Updated often, you’ll find lots of cool crafts for school age kids here.

Websites The Library of Congress Presents America’s Story from America’s Library The Library of Congress offers images of primary source documents, prints, photographs, maps, recordings and other materials from the past. The Presidents of the United States of America Provides biographical information and portraits of the Presidents of the United...

Guide to OC Public Libraries Friends’ Bookstores Many Friends of the Library groups help fund their support for branches of OC Public Libraries through volunteer-operated bookstores and smaller book sale areas in or adjacent to the library. Gently used hardcover and paperback books, magazines, movies and music are among the...

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A Slice of Literary Orange is a series featuring keynote speakers throughout the year at various venues across the county, with no cost for attendees. These events take place at library locations or with the support of community partners. We continue to celebrate literacy and promote books and reading! Click...

2025 HOLIDAY HOURS All libraries will be closed on the following days, unless otherwise noted: JANUARY 2025 New Year’s Day Wednesday , January 1 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Monday, January 20 FEBRUARY 2025 Lincoln's Birthday Wednesday, February 12 President's Day Monday, February 17 APRIL 2025 Easter Sunday, April 20th...