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
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.
South Trail Branch (South Trail - Meeting Room 2)
Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY
Come and sew at the South Trail Branch and make your own Beach Bag! Or bring your own sewing projects. All the tools are here for you. Machine sewing skills are required.
Felt Lily Pad Tote
Summer at Your Library
Hiawassee Branch (Hiawassee - Craft Studio)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting
Cut, layer, and glue felt water lily pieces to create a charming accessory you’ll love to carry! Ages 18 and up. Registration required.
Summer Rolls!
Summer at Your Library
Event Categories: Cooking & Food
Make Vietnamese summer rolls for a refreshing summer snack! This event is for ages 18 and up.
Online (Virtual Room - Southeast)
Event Categories: Education & Learning; Language Learning
Bilingual (Spanish / English) Conversational Interactions with Ms. Brenda