News Articles About the Library

The Orange County Library System is showcasing events and tools to support students and families as the school year begins.

The year was 1999, and the children’s library had moved out of the Orlando Public Library’s basement to the first floor. The new digs were about the same size as the old space but with more natural lighting, some whimsical touches and more convenient access for families. 

Fast forward to 2026, and things have changed slightly when it comes to what people look for in a library. While digital has replaced analog, a lot of the same elements are still necessary: a place for families to congregate, children to play and everyone to learn.

The projectors will hum Sept. 25 at Orlando Public Library’s Melrose Center for its annual film festival. This year’s categories include micro short films, AI short films and documentaries. 

The Orange County Library System offers free English as a Second Language classes, conversation groups and online learning resources for learners at all skill levels. Apopka’s North Orange Branch will host a September 1 open house introducing new ESL instructor Emily Walker.

The Orange County Library System is poised to begin an ambitious $18 million renovation at the flagship Orlando Public Library downtown in a couple of months.

The Orange County Library System has released new details about the project planned for the Orlando Public Library.

The first floor of the Orlando Public Library will soon undergo a major transformation as crews begin work on new spaces for children and adults.

The Friends of the Orange County Library System are giving Orlando readers and collectors another reason to head downtown this weekend.

Downtown Orlando’s main library is gearing up for its biggest interior overhaul in decades, with Orange County preparing to turn the first floor into a brighter, more family-focused hub.

Orange County leaders are warning that a proposed property tax cut, Amendment 3, could lead to significant reductions in funding for public services, affecting everything from libraries to public safety.