The Orange City Chamber of Commerce is planning a scavenger hunt conjunction with the Orange City Arts Council’s Arts on Central event happening Wednesday, Aug. 24. A scavenger hunt, open to participants ages 18 and under, will take place with several downtown merchants. The scavenger hunt will begin at Stadscentrum, and participants will proceed to find […]
The Orange City Dutch Heritage Boosters will serve poffertjes at the Little White Store on Wednesday, August 24 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
The library will close at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, August 31st.
Join us for this six-week session of Babygarten, meeting Thursdays at 9:30 am, September 1- October 6. Babygarten is for babies ages 6 months through 3 years and their caregivers. Children and their caregivers will share nursery rhymes, songs, and books but also get a chance to make fun projects that demonstrate the babies’ developmental milestones. Don’t miss […]
This Friday, 9:30AM Chamber Coffee is sponsored by American State Bank at P's Pizza House.
The library will be closed on Monday, September 5 in celebration of Labor Day weekend. Access ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines, and check your account online. Log in to the catalog for access!
The BUS-eum exhibit At Home in the Heartland: Forgotten Stories of How Iowans Got to Be “Us” examines how the Midwest developed in ways different from other regions, how Iowa’s settlement distinguished it from its neighbors, and what both blesses and burdens us today. While the exhibit supports visitor discovery and interpretation of Iowa history and […]
Come dressed in your pajamas for stories, crafts, and a few wigglers to get that energy out before bedtime! Join us any time during the ten-week session, meeting Mondays from 6:30-7:30 pm, September 12 - November 14. (Geared for children ages 3+.)
Homeschooled students are welcome to learn tips for staying safe online. Topics will include passwords, personal information, website safety, information reliability and more. Please contact Amanda Vazquez with any questions. Please register your students by contacting the front desk or using the Google Form below.
It's a Mystery Book Club will meet to discuss Will Thomas' historical mystery Some Danger Involved as part of our year long Mystery Book Club. Books are available at the desk.
Join us for separate boys and girls clubs. (Kids asked-we listened!) Topics vary based upon interest and may include: Coding, Legos, Book Clubs, Ozobots, Snap Circuits, Crafts, etc. Program runs this fall from September 14 - November 16 on Wednesdays from 3:45-4:45 pm. K-2nd gr. - Weeks 1 & 3 (9/21, 10/5, 10/19, 11/2, 11/16) […]
This year during Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15-October 15), you can get to know a little about some of the residents who have participated in the English program! There will be bilingual posters on display throughout the month, so be sure to check them out! If you want to learn how to make a […]
Give your child great literacy exposure with the stories, games, rhymes, and crafts that come together in this story time for kids ages 3-6. The morning story time will be repeated in the afternoon to accommodate both morning and afternoon preschool schedules. Join us any time during the ten-week session on Thursdays at 10:15 am […]
Give your child great literacy exposure with the stories, games, rhymes, and crafts that come together in this story time for kids ages 3-6. The morning story time will be repeated in the afternoon to accommodate both morning and afternoon preschool schedules. Join us any time during the ten-week session on Thursdays at 10:15 am […]
Join us for movies on early dismissal Fridays from 1:30-3:15 pm for kids! 9/16 - An enchanting story in which a dinosaur has many adventures. (PG)
The library will be closed on Saturday, September 17 for cleaning. Access ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines, and check your account online. Log in to the catalog for access!
Move and groove in this unique story time with active stories, song and dance, and sensory rich toys. Geared for ages 2 - TK. Join us the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month @ 9:30 am from September 20 - November 15.
The 2017 Tulip Court Election will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2016. Voting for the 2017 Tulip Court will take place from 12 to 8 p.m. at Stadscentrum, located on the corner of Central Avenue and Second Street North in Orange City. Eligible voters are adults with an Orange City address and 7th […]
What was life really like below stairs at place like Downton Abbey? Could the chauffeur really marry the daughter of an Earl? Would a maid help move a dead body to protect her mistress' reputation? What about all that free time? Historian Kathy Wilson reveals the answers to these questions and more in this program […]
OPEN HOUSE Visit for refreshments and get to know the newest partner at the downtown law offices of Rensink, Pluim, Vogel & Huyser during their open house September 21st from 3 to 7PM.
Join us for separate boys and girls clubs. (Kids asked-we listened!) Topics vary based upon interest and may include: Coding, Legos, Book Clubs, Ozobots, Snap Circuits, Crafts, etc. Program runs this fall from September 14 - November 16 on Wednesdays from 3:45-4:45 pm. K-2nd gr. - Weeks 1 & 3 (9/21, 10/5, 10/19, 11/2, 11/16) […]
Come to the TAB meeting & express your opinion about the programs you want to attend, the books you want to read, & much more. Snacks provided. The Teen Advisory Board meets monthly, year round, and helps to select books for the Young Adult section, influence and volunteer at library programs, and have fun while doing […]
If you want to learn how to make a traditional Mexican piñata, sign up for our Piñata-Making Class! The class is a 4-part series -- come every time if you can, or else you will only learn part of the process! The classes are at 10 am on September 24, October 1, 8, and 15, […]
Have fun & use your imagination with all of the activities available on our new Maker Cart! We have Ozobots, Snap Circuits, Wikki Stix & lots more.
Find the Job you've been searching for! Tuesday Sept 27th 3pm -7pm at the Prairie Winds Event Center Free to the public and free to Orange City Chamber Members to recruit employees. Table and 2 Chairs will be provided. Visit with the following employers! Advance Services Inc. Agropur Cellular Only Verizon Wireless Premium Retailer Den Hartog […]
