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Bound Creativity: Book Binding (Series of 4 Classes)

Orange City Public Library 112 Albany Ave. SE, Orange City, IA, United States

Join artist and instructor Amy Sharar to create unique and beautiful journals that can captivate your thoughts or original artwork. The first book is a Japanese stab binding stitch using book board covered with your choice of book cloth.  There will be several choices.  The second book will be a soft cover and the cover […]

$40

Love to Race-Author Visit with Amber Sawyer

Orange City Public Library 112 Albany Ave. SE, Orange City, IA, United States

Come to hear the true story of harness racehorse, Derek Bromac N. Derek dominated his competition with remarkable race times across the country. His crazy antics of always sticking his tongue out while being harnessed, made him a horse that wouldn't easily be forgotten. This amazing story is written and presented by author, Amber Sawyer […]

Ruth Suckow Exhibit

Orange City Public Library 112 Albany Ave. SE, Orange City, IA, United States

Ruth Suckow, 1892-1960, A Tribute to the life and literary treasures of this amazing Iowa author. Robert Frost, poet, in a letter to Suckow - “How you can write and remember.”  Exhibit is open to the public for viewing. Come in and enjoy learning about this impactful local author from the past.

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Dog Therapy with Libby Karssen

Orange City Public Library 112 Albany Ave. SE, Orange City, IA, United States

Looking to feel more comfortable around dogs? Need a little extra love? Or do you just love dogs? Join us at our next dog therapy session!

Pi Code Breaker Escape Room (Gr. 5-12)

Orange City Public Library 112 Albany Ave. SE, Orange City, IA, United States

Join us for another Escape Room event! Escape the room in time to eat some Pizza Pie! Register below. Registration is required for this event. 

$5.00

Ruth Suckow Readers Theatre

Orange City Public Library 112 Albany Ave. SE, Orange City, IA, United States

Ruth Suckow Readers Theatre with author James Schaap and company presenting a Readers Theatre entitled A Great Mollie based on the short story by Ruth Suckow. Refreshments will be provided as you enjoy this unique performance. Register below to receive a reminder email. 

Free

Minecraft City Builder Extravaganza

Orange City Public Library 112 Albany Ave. SE, Orange City, IA, United States

Work together to design and construct the most fantastic Minecraft city imaginable with soaring skyscrapers, daring bridges, and bustling airports. TD3 Innovative Gaming, along with the Library, will provide the necessary computers and accounts needed for this collaborative Minecraft extravaganza. For grades 3-8. Register below. Registration is required for this event. 

Free – $10.00

65th National Library Week – Ready, Set, Library!

Orange City Public Library 112 Albany Ave. SE, Orange City, IA, United States

Celebrate with us! Attend library events and enjoy free treats: Scavenger Hunt - All Week Monday, April 8 Complimentary Hot Drinks - All Day Tuesday, April 9 Free Button Making - All Day Wednesday, April 10 Cookie Giveaway - While supplies last Thursday, April 11 Special Preschool Story Time featuring books by Meg Medina (National […]

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Dog Therapy with Libby Karssen

Orange City Public Library 112 Albany Ave. SE, Orange City, IA, United States

Looking to feel more comfortable around dogs? Need a little extra love? Or do you just love dogs? Join us at our next dog therapy session!

Rubik’s Cubes (Teen)

Orange City Public Library 112 Albany Ave. SE, Orange City, IA, United States

Generations have been puzzled by the colorful Rubik’s Cube. But once you know the secrets, solving the cube can become a simple and enjoyable activity. Come learn from a pro, Preston Hoebelheinrich (Mr. H) to see how it is done. Register below. Registration is required for this event. 

Free

Minecraft Space Drop Exploration

Orange City Public Library 112 Albany Ave. SE, Orange City, IA, United States

In this "out-of-this-world" Minecraft program, players journey to the Moon where they will explore moon craters, search for signs of alien life, and work together to build a lunar base! TD3 Innovative Gaming, along with the Library, will provide the necessary computers and accounts needed for this collaborative Minecraft exploration. For grades 3-8. Register below. Registration is required for […]

Free – $10.00
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POSTPONED TO JULY 6 Amie Adams “The Observer” 3 Visiting Opportunities

Prairie Woods Nature Center 1603 Oak Grove Road, Hawarden, IA, United States

Prairie Woods Nature Center is excited to host Amie Adams, an Iowa Master Naturalist and author of The Observer to learn about a little-known Iowa naturalist named Olaf Wolden. Born in Emmet County in northwest Iowa in 1886, Olaf lived through a time when the Iowa landscape was changing rapidly. Throughout his lifetime, Olaf studied plants, birds, […]

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