Outdoor Dining and Retail

As we enter colder weather and in light of the current pandemic conditions, we would like to advise you of the California Fire Code requirements pertaining to tents and heating elements.

Click here or additional information. 

Coronavirus Response Update

Coronavirus Response Update 3/12/2021 

Orange County Returns to the Red Tier on Sunday, March 14.

Easing Restrictions for Specific Industries and Activities

Today the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) today announced that 2 million doses...

Irvine Company Delays Santiago Hills II Development

Last December, the City was informed by The Irvine Company that they will be placing the Santiago Hills II residential development project on hold for two additional years. All of the work planned to begin this year, including the clearing of vegetation, ...

Día de los niños / Día de los libros

Children, stop by the El Modena Branch Library for a special Take & Make craft kit and select a free book. Children, ages 5-12, must be present to receive craft kit and free book while supplies last.    

El Modena Branch Library380 S....

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

We are excited to announce our newest reading program, 1000 Books Before Kindergarten! This reading program is a free, fun, and easy program that encourages you to read 1000 books to your child before they enter kindergarten. Simply read to your child eve...

Name the Rhinoceros Contest April 1–30

Name the Rhinoceros Contest April 1–30. The library needs help naming the Rhinoceros on the wall in the Children’s area. Visit the Children’s Library at the Orange Public Library & History Center during the month of April...

Friends of the Library Bookstore Reopening

Great news!  Beginning Monday, March 29, the Friends of the Library Bookstore is reopening to the public!  Hours will be 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday through Friday.   Cash and credit cards accepted. All safety protocols will be ...

New Grab-and-Go Hours

The Orange Public Library & History Center will have new modified hours starting Monday, March 29. The new hours of operation will be Monday – Saturday, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm.

Visit the Grab-and-Go Services webpage at here for more inf...

History Center: Friday Appointments Now Available

We are excited to announce that access to the Library’s History Center is now available by appointment on Fridays. Limited one-hour appointments are available on a first-come, first-served basis as staffing allows. Please visit the Local History webpage f...

Join us for Virtual Booktalk!

Join us for a Booktalk! meeting on April 20 from 5:30 - 6:30 pm. Our April Booktalk! discussion theme will focus on your favorite published poetry. It can be poetry you’re currently reading or read recently. Share a brief summary about your sele...

Ukes for Everyone!

Our ukulele programming is expanding. Ukes for Everyone! is a federally funded initiative that includes free online classes and new ukulele kits, books, DVDs and sheet music for checkout. Classes begin April 3. Visit the Ukes for Everyone webpage here for...

Download eBooks & eAudiobooks from cloudLibrary

Mystery, romance, self-help, children’s and teen books, and even comic books, cloudLibrary has it all.  

Download eBooks and eAudiobooks free with your OPL card. Click here to browse our cloudLibrary collection.

Free Online Career and Veteran Resources Available

Free Online Career and Veteran Resources Available

In partnership with the California State Library, the Orange Public Library offers free online resources for job seekers, veterans, and their families. JobNow & VetNow include a variety of career and l...

Dan Adams Appointed Orange’s Next Police Chief

Dan Adams Appointed Orange’s Next Police Chief

Captain Dan Adams, who began his law enforcement career with the City of Orange Police Department thirty-one years ago, has been appointed as the City’s new Chief of Police, effective July ...

Orange City Councilman Alvarez Resigns, Council Discusses Options for Filling Newly Vacant Seat

Effective March 8, Councilman Mike Alvarez resigned his position on the City Council.  As a result, the City Council seat for District 3 is now vacant.  

At their March 9, 2021 meeting, as part of an Urgency Item added to the published ag...

All Californians over the age of 16 are now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccination shot.

All Californians over the age of 16 are now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccination shot.

All residents interested in being vaccinated are encouraged to register at Othena to be notified when there are appointments available:

Step 1:  Simply r...

In-Person Council Attendance

Governor Newsom Outlines the State’s Next Step in the COVID-19 Pandemic Recovery

As California surpasses a major milestone in the fight against COVID — administering more than 20 million vaccine doses, including 4 million in the state’s hardest-hit communities, and with hospitalizations continuing to steadily decline — Governor Gavin ...

District 3 Council Member Applicants

The following individuals have applied for the Council Member vacancy in District 3:

Danett Abbott-Wicker

Gordon Adams

Steven Freeman

Alison Martin

Wendy Ann Miller

John Russo

Kathy Tavoularis

Get a Permit for Picnics and Green Space!

Permits for outdoor picnic pavilions and green space and now being issued by appointment only.  

Visit Community Services for more information and to book your appointment.

Dan Adams Appointed Orange’s Next Police Chief

Dan Adams Appointed Orange’s Next Police Chief

Captain Dan Adams, who began his law enforcement career with the City of Orange Police Department thirty-one years ago, has been appointed as the City’s new Chief of Police, effective July ...

Street Sweeping Enforcement to Resume March 29

On Monday, March 29, the City of Orange resumed enforcing posted street sweeping parking restrictions.  Vehicles parked on the street in violation of posted "No Parking" hours on sweeping days will receive a citation.

If you have questio...

Tax Day for Individuals Extended to May 17

The Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service announced today that the federal income tax filing due date for individuals for the 2020 tax year will be automatically extended from April 15, 2021, to May 17, 2021. The IRS will be providing formal gu...

Councilman Resigns, City Council Discusses Options for Filling Newly Vacant Seat

Orange City Councilman Alvarez Resigns, Council Discusses Options for Filling Newly Vacant Seat

 Effective March 8, Councilman Mike Alvarez resigned his position on the City Council.  As a result, the City Council seat for Distri...

Building and Planning Online Appointment System