The Orange City Public Library’s Summer Reading Program is an annual event that encourages reading for all ages as well as participation in events that encourage life-long learning, curiosity, and creativity.
Registration
Log Your Minutes:
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Record your reading minutes and attendance at events for the chance to win prizes. Sign up for our Summer Reading Program by registering on the READsquared app, READsquared website, or you can stop in the library to pick up a paper log. (Watch a READsquared tutorial HERE). All points earned should be redeemed for prize entries by the end of the day on Saturday, July 15.
Volunteering Opportunity for Tweens & Teens:
Volunteer at the library to gain experience and earn more prize entries! Register for one of the following volunteer orientations (required – contact us if these times do not work for you): June 1 at 4:00 p.m. and June 8 at 11:00 a.m.*
Events
*Registration for all events will open on May 1 at 8:00 a.m. Register for grade just completed.
Earn more prize entries by attending events!
Family Events:
Monday, June 5, 6:30 p.m. – Dominerds Domino Master Show and Ice Cream (Show at City Hall and ice cream in the Library parking lot) – More information HERE.
Tuesday, June 13, 6:30 p.m. – Jason Kollum Comedy Juggling and Variety Show (City Hall) – More information HERE.
Tuesday, June 20, 10:30 a.m. – Lisa Laird and Stanley (City Hall) – More information HERE.
Tuesday, June 27, 10:30 a.m. – Grout Museum Science Show (City Hall) – More information HERE.
Thursday, July 6, 6:00-8:00 p.m. – Free Pool Swimming with Library Card (Orange City Pool) – More information HERE.
Tuesday, July 11, 10:30 a.m. – Sioux County Conservationist (City Hall) – More information HERE.
Babies – Preschool:
Every Thursday, June 8-July 13, 9:30 a.m. – Movin’ & Groovin’ Sensory Story Time – Register HERE for the whole series (encouraged)*
Wednesdays, June 7-July 12, 9:30 a.m. – Preschool Story Time – Register HERE for the whole series (encouraged)*
K-Grade 2/Grade 3-4:
Tuesday, June 6, 2:00-2:30 p.m. – Musical Instrument Petting Zoo (Gr. 2) – More information HERE.
Every other Thursday, June 8-July 6, 2:00 p.m. – LEGO Club (Gr. K-2) – Register for each date you wish to attend (required)*: June 8, June 22, July 6
Every other Thursday, June 15-July 13, 2:00 p.m. – LEGO Club (Gr. 3-4) – Register for each date you wish to attend (required)*: June 15, June 29, July 13
Fridays, June 9, 23, 30, and July 14, 10:00 a.m. – Stuffed Giraffes (Gr. K-2) – Register for one date per child ($5, required)*: June 9, June 23, June 30, July 14
Fridays, June 16 & July 14, 10:00 a.m. – Maker Space (Gr. 3-4) – Register for one date per child (required)*: June 16, July 7
Wednesday, June 28, 4:00 p.m. – Rubik’s Cubes – Register HERE (required)*
Grades 5-12:
Wednesday, June 7, 4:00 p.m. – Maker Space – Register HERE (required)*
Wednesday, June 14, 4:00 p.m. – Stick Together Custom Art – Register HERE (required)*
Wednesday, June 21, 4:00 p.m. – Cupcake Decorating with Elizabeth – Register HERE ($5, required)*
Wednesday, July 5, 4:00 p.m. – Black Out Poetry and Shakes – Register HERE (required)*
Wednesday, July 12, 4:00 p.m. – Maker Space – Register HERE (required)*
Adults:
Tuesday, June 6, 5:30 p.m. – Chocolat Film Screening and Discussion with Charcuterie – Register HERE (required)*
Tuesday, June 13, 6:00 p.m. – Pickleball with Sue Kroesche (Pickleball Courts) – Register HERE (required)*
Tuesday, June 20, 6:00 p.m. – Cupcake Decorating with Elizabeth – Register HERE ($5, required)*
Tuesday, June 27, 6:00 p.m. – Author Visit Evening or Games/Coloring/Snacks – Register HERE (encouraged)*
Tuesday, July 11, 6:00 p.m. – Paper Marbling – Register HERE (required)*
NOTE: We take pictures of participants and performers at library events. These may be displayed on our library website, social media pages, or the local newspaper.