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Children's Services

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Bookflix is an interactive literacy online resource that builds a love of reading and learning. BookFlix pairs classic fictional video storybooks with nonfiction e-Books to reinforce reading skills and develop essential real-world knowledge and understanding. BookFlix is perfect for early readers, reluctant readers and English Language Learners.

Click here for access inside the library.

Click here for access from home.


TumbleBooks is an online collection of animated, talking picture books. The storybook library offers lively and interactive reading adventures for young children and their families.

Free Programs for Children @ Orange Public Library

News ImageKids Get the Blues Too!
Learn about the African American tradition of the blues with Brother Yusef through singing, rhythms, and movement. This rousing, interactive, and fun program will wash your blues away.

Saturday, February 11
2:00 - :45 p.m.
Orange Public Library & History Center

News ImageHelp Choose the 2011-2012 California Young Reader Medal Award
Read all five nominated books, vote for your favorite, and earn a prize!

February 18 - March 24

***All five nominated books will be read at a special storytime***
Saturday, February 18 @ 2:00 p.m. at the Orange Public Library & History Center.

Children will also make a craft and enjoy refreshments.

Voting available at all three Orange Public Libraries, one vote per child please.

News ImageMusical Fun with The Truffles
Celebrate the best of the Beatles with this all-ages concert featuring The Truffles. Learn how music is beneficial for development too!

Saturday, February 25
2:00 - 2:45 p.m.
Orange Public Library & History Center

News ImageRead Across America Day
Celebrate Dr. Seuss' birthday and the release of the movie, The Lorax, with Seussian stories, songs, and crafts. Each child attending storytime will receive a free book.

Saturday, March 10
2:30 - 4:30 pm
Orange Public Library & History Center

Presented by the Orange Blossoms Auxiliary, an Auxiliary of Assistance League of Orange.

News ImageSt. Patrick's Day: Irish Folk Tales Told Through Dance
Dancer-Storyteller Maire Clerkin conjures up talking horses, flying trees, and wise old witches then adds bursts of traditional Irish dancing in this delightful and interactive program.

Tuesday, March 13
3:30 - 4:15 pm
Orange Public Library & History Center

News ImageEaster Egg Hunt
Where has the Easter Bunny left his eggs?
In the library!

Make your own Easter basket, then fill it with treat-filled eggs.

Wednesday, April 4
10:30 - 11:00 am
Orange Public Library & History Center

News ImageEarth Day Celebration
Kids, save the Earth and reduce plastic bag use! Decorate and personalize a tote bag, then use it to carry your books and DVDs every time you visit the library.

Saturday, April 21
2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Orange Public Library & History Center

News ImageDia: Many Children, Many Cultures, Many Books
Each year, Dia celebrates the importance of literacy for children of all backgrounds. Join storyteller Rebecca Martin as she leads you "Around the World in Magic Hour" with a broad selection of stories from around the world, including visits to India, Ireland, West Africa, and China.

Saturday, April 28
2:00 - 2:45 p.m.
Orange Public Library & History Center

News ImageFamily Game Nights @ Your Library!
Celebrate family time with board games and Wii!

Third Wednesday night of each month
Feb. 15, Mar. 21, Apr. 18, May 16
5:30 - 7:00 p.m.

Orange Public Library & History Center
Adults must be accompanied by a child age 12 or under.


News ImageMusical Storytimes!
Presented by volunteer music teacher, Miss Mary!

1st & 3rd Tuesdays
February 7 & 21
March 6 & 20

11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Orange Public Library & History Center

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