Summer at Your Library 2026 for Adults
Summer and OCLS are better together! Get connected with our in-person and virtual offerings including events and classes. Start your adventure with our online databases to learn a new language, enhance career skills, discover new books and more!
OCLS cardholders*, 18 and older, can participate in our Summer at Your Library for Adults program by using paper trackers to track books they've read, work on brain teasers, and participate in events. Paper trackers are available in English and Spanish.
Turn in your tracker starting July 1st for a chance to receive a small gift. Paper trackers must be turned in no later than July 26, 2026 at 6pm to be considered for the prize drawings. Only one tracker per participant will count and only prize per participant can be won. Winners of the prize drawings will be notified no later than August 7, 2026 by email.
*An Orange County Library regular, property owner or fee card in good standing is required to be eligible to win prizes. Reciprocal borrowers, OCLS staff and their families, including board members, are ineligible.
Sign up for an OCLS card or visit any of our OCLS locations to register for a library card in person.
Summer at Your Library Events
Fireside Tales: Campfire Snacks and Stories
Summer at Your Library
Orlando Public Library (Albertson Room - Third Floor)
Event Categories: General Events
Celebrate Summer at Your Library by joining us for a cozy, campfire-style gathering filled with classic camping treats and fun-filled stories! Registration recommended. Ages 18+
Learn more>Gardening for Seniors
Summer at Your Library
Chickasaw Branch (Chickasaw - Lab)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting
Learn about the health benefits of gardening, how to adapt a garden for seniors, and sow some seeds to take home. All supplies will be provided. Recommended for seniors, registration required.
Learn more>DIY Cross Stitch Library Bag
Summer at Your Library
Fairview Shores Branch (Fairview Shores - Computer Classroom)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting
Both new and experienced cross stitchers alike will use waste canvas to cross stitch a book design onto a tote bag to create their own library book bag. Recommended 18 and up. Registration required.
Learn more>Read and Relax: Storytime for Adults
Summer at Your Library
Hiawassee Branch (Hiawassee - Meeting Room)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Education & Learning; Storytime
Unwind with a cozy storytime just for adults. Listen to short stories, share thoughts in a relaxed discussion, and enjoy a simple, themed craft. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
Learn more>Seniors Kick Back: Art 101 Neoplasticism
Summer at Your Library
South Trail Branch (South Trail - Meeting Room 1)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Education & Learning
Learn about the Dutch art movement Neoplasticism. See how shapes and colors come together as you make your own Neoplastic project. Recommended for seniors. Registration required.
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