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LEGO Club
LEGO Club
Love LEGOs? Be a part of our virtual LEGO community! Check our Facebook page (Orange City Public Library) each Monday at 1:00 pm for a link to our weekly LEGO challenge. Complete the challenge and post a picture of your finished product in the comments of that week’s challenge post. Be sure to join the […]
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TEENS: Digital Escape Room
Do you have what it takes to escape from a digital escape room? Can you escape in record time? Check the library Facebook page or your READsquared mission page for the link and complete it individually or with friends over a video chat platform. Time yourself and report your time to the library and we […]
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Story Time (on Zoom)
Story Time (on Zoom)
Stories and “wigglers” are geared for children ages 3 - 6 and their parent or caregiver. To receive the Zoom link by email, fill out the form. Be sure to join the summer reading program-it's all online and can be found here! Register to earn prizes, unlock games, and receive a certificate!
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Writer’s World Club (on Zoom): 3rd/4th Grade
Writer’s World Club (on Zoom): 3rd/4th Grade
Do you like to write? Or maybe you even imagine yourself being an author one day? Join this club to explore letters, poetry, graphic novels and more as you write your very own fractured fairy tale! Registration and Zoom with mic and camera required. To receive the Zoom link by email, fill out this form. […]
2 events,
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Funny Tales Club (on Zoom): 1st/2nd Grade
Funny Tales Club (on Zoom): 1st/2nd Grade
Do you like to laugh? Let’s read funny books together, written by authors such as Robert Munsch, John Lithgow, Becky Citra, Willy Claflin, Nina Laden, and Amy Krouse Rosenthal. Registration and Zoom with mic and camera required. To receive the Zoom link by email, fill out this form. Be sure to join the summer reading […]
5 events,
Castles of the World
What is a fairy tale without a castle? Travel through time and take a virtual vacation to some of the world's most beautiful castles. Learn about each castle's history and unique design, and enjoy some fun castle trivia. Please check out the mission on READsquared and/or the YouTube links below: Using the Medieval Castles tab,navigate […]
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Song & Rhyme Time (on Zoom)
Song & Rhyme Time (on Zoom)
Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories for children 6 months - 3 years and their caregivers. To receive the Zoom link by email, fill out this form. Be sure to join the summer reading program-it's all online and can be found here! Register to earn prizes, unlock games, and receive a certificate!
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Story Time (on Zoom)
Story Time (on Zoom)
Stories and “wigglers” are geared for children ages 3 - 6 and their parent or caregiver. To receive the Zoom link by email, fill out the form. Be sure to join the summer reading program-it's all online and can be found here! Register to earn prizes, unlock games, and receive a certificate!
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Adventure Book Club + (on Zoom): 3rd/4th Grade
Adventure Book Club + (on Zoom): 3rd/4th Grade
Do you like to read? Join us as we read some adventurous books together such as The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane and The Tale of Despereaux. Registration and Zoom with mic and camera required. To receive the Zoom link by email, fill out this form. Be sure to join the summer reading program-it's all […]
4 events,
Darrin Crow – Storyteller
This summer Darrin Crow brings a set of folk tales, myths, and true tales that are sure to fire the imaginations of young and old alike! From Thor and Loki on a wild road trip around Midgard to Iowans who used their imaginations and changed the world, this program will leave your audiences eager to […]
TEENS: Photo Scavenger Hunt
Join us on a photo adventure as you use the clues and prompts to complete our scavenger hunt around Orange City. Extra points for creativity! Please check out the mission on READsquared!
5 events,
Mysteries of an Ancient People – Ann Lundberg
Explore the fascinating history of Mesa Verde National Park, located in southwest Colorado, under the guidance of Seasonal Park Ranger and Orange City resident Ann Lundberg. “Visit” the ancient Pueblo people and the cave dwellings that served as their homes for over 700 years! Please check out the mission on READsquared and/or the YouTube link […]
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Story Time (on Zoom)
Story Time (on Zoom)
Stories and “wigglers” are geared for children ages 3 - 6 and their parent or caregiver. To receive the Zoom link by email, fill out the form. Be sure to join the summer reading program-it's all online and can be found here! Register to earn prizes, unlock games, and receive a certificate!
4 events,
TEENS: Magical World Party
It’s a week-long journey through a magical world! Check out the mission on READsquared for game, craft, and snack ideas so you can plan a party for your own family. Dress in costume and send your picture to the library so we can share our distance parties together!
5 events,
Sioux County Conservationist
Legends of the Past: Remove your shoes and set your blanket under your favorite tree. Lean onto the trunk and take in the stories of long ago, passed down from grandparents to young for generations. Find out how to start your own story or song based on your relationship with nature. We will practice our […]
5 events,
Creative Lettering – Lauren McDonald
Calligraphy is an ancient art defined and recognized as beautiful writing. Learn and practice the techniques of creative lettering and calligraphy under the instruction of Lauren McDonald, and create your own beautiful piece of art. Please check out the mission on READsquared and/or click here for the YouTube link. For more calligraphy fun use "Creative […]
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Story Time (on Zoom)
Story Time (on Zoom)
Stories and “wigglers” are geared for children ages 3 - 6 and their parent or caregiver. To receive the Zoom link by email, fill out the form. Be sure to join the summer reading program-it's all online and can be found here! Register to earn prizes, unlock games, and receive a certificate!
4 events,
TEENS: Houses of the World
You have the chance to create your dream home - what would it look like? Where would it be? We challenge you to use recycled items from your own home to make your dream home come to life. Please check out the mission on READsquared!
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Great Plains Zoo via Zoom at 10am
Great Plains Zoo via Zoom at 10am
Love animals? Join us virtually for a trip to the Great Plains Zoo in Sioux Falls, SD! Please check out the mission on READsquared and/or the zoom link found below. Please join just before 10:00 am so you don't miss any animal showings! https://zoom.us/j/91637877282?pwd=RzVQSmVXR2VNK0tuNW5zZVVjcWVpUT09 Meeting ID: 916 3787 7282 Password: skunk Please call the library […]
4 events,
Harvesting Herbs – Dawn Henderson
Learn about the art of growing cilantro, chives, dill, oregano, parsley, and sage in both the outdoor and indoor environments with horticulturist Dawn Henderson. You will also be shown how to harvest and dry these wonderfully delicious culinary herbs. Please check out the mission on READsquared and/or click on the the YouTube link here.
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Story Time (on Zoom)
Story Time (on Zoom)
Stories and “wigglers” are geared for children ages 3 - 6 and their parent or caregiver. To receive the Zoom link by email, fill out the form. Be sure to join the summer reading program-it's all online and can be found here! Register to earn prizes, unlock games, and receive a certificate!
4 events,
TEENS: World Cuisine
Learn about flavors and foods from around the world and give them a try! Who knows, maybe you will discover a love for something you've never tried before. Please check out the mission on READsquared!
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Story Time (on Zoom)
Story Time (on Zoom)
Stories and “wigglers” are geared for children ages 3 - 6 and their parent or caregiver. To receive the Zoom link by email, fill out the form. Be sure to join the summer reading program-it's all online and can be found here! Register to earn prizes, unlock games, and receive a certificate!
4 events,
Once Upon a Time-Nicole Baart
Our lives are filled with stories! Meet local author, Nicole Baart, to discover the inspiration for her stories and learn about her writing process. You may even be inspired to write a story of your own! Please check out the mission on READsquared and/or click on the YouTube link right here!
Mr. Stinky Feet (Musician)
Imagine Your Song: Musical Stories with Mr. Stinky Feet – Jim "Mr. Stinky Feet" Cosgrove has been bringing families together through music for over two decades. Explore, imagine and tell stories through music, singing, and dancing during this virtual, interactive show that will get the whole family rockin’. www.jimcosgrove.com Please check out the mission on […]
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