Voting at the Library

Primary Election Early Voting and Election Day voting will take place at select OCLS locations. Early Voting will be held from Monday, August 3 to Sunday, August 16, 2026, from 9 a.m.–7 p.m., and Election Day voting will take place Tuesday, August 18, 2026, from 7 a.m.–7 p.m. During this time, you may notice increased activity at participating locations and parking may be limited. Learn more about voting at the library

Classes & Events

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Classes and events are virtual and in-person. Registration is strongly encouraged for in-person events, attendance may be limited.

No Registration Required
Saturday August 15 1:30pm

Southwest Branch

Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing

Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud great literature with others each week. No pressure to read aloud. Come to listen! Facilitator-led. Ages 18 and up.

Registration Required
Monday August 17 6:30pm

Southwest Branch

Event Categories: Education & Learning; General Events

Playlist episodes take a look at Famous Feuds by diving into some of history’s most notorious rivalries and what really fuels them. Registration required. Ages 18 and up.

Wednesday August 19 10:15am

Southwest Branch (Technology Classroom)

Event Categories: Basic Tech Skills; Business & Careers

Learn how to use advanced sort and filter options; apply data validation and other data tools to organize your data.

Wednesday August 19 11:30am

Southwest Branch (Technology Classroom)

Event Categories: Basic Tech Skills; Business & Careers

Learn how to apply data subtotals, outlines, data consolidation and conditional formatting to organize your data.

Registration Required
Wednesday August 19 3:30pm

Southwest Branch (Technology Classroom)

Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY

Come and sew at the Southwest Branch Library and bring your sewing projects. Tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own materials. Machine sewing skills are required.

No Registration Required
Thursday August 20 10:00am

Southwest Branch

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting

Drop-in before or after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.

Preschool Tales

Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe

No Registration Required
Thursday August 20 10:30am

Southwest Branch

Event Categories: Storytime

Through picture books, songs, and stories, preschoolers (ages 3–5) build early literacy skills and prepare for reading and writing by talking, singing, reading, and playing.

Toddler Tales

Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe

No Registration Required
Thursday August 20 11:00am

Southwest Branch

Event Categories: Storytime

Through movement, storytelling, and songs, toddlers (ages 18–36 months) build early literacy, listening, and verbal skills while developing motor coordination and discovering the joy of books.

Baby Tales

Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe

No Registration Required
Thursday August 20 11:30am

Southwest Branch

Event Categories: Storytime

Featuring rhythm, rhymes, and repetition, this lap-time program supports early literacy, motor skills, language development, and a love of books for babies (ages 0–18 months).

Registration Required
Thursday August 20 1:15pm

Southwest Branch (Technology Classroom)

Event Categories: Basic Tech Skills; Life Skills

Become a confident and comfortable mouse user! Learn technique so you can navigate your computer. Practice using the mouse with hands-on exercises and online resources.