For teens in grades 7-12.

Display your artistic talents in our Tiny Art Show! Register here to receive a tiny art kit with your choice of supplies. Create your masterpiece at home and return it to the Library to be displayed in our teen area in our tiny art show. 

Registration and Pickup

Registration is recommended to reserve your choice of media. Kits will be available for pickup in the Library beginning Monday, May 16. Kits will be available on request, while supplies last. 

Artwork will be displayed as it is received. 

For children and their families.  Witness the breathtaking feats of Li Liu, Chinese acrobat and contortionist!  Her show includes hand balancing, plate spinning, trick cycling, foot juggling, ribbon dancing and Chinese water bowl manipulation. Learn about aspects of Chinese language, geography and culture at this one-of-a-kind family event!  Registration is required.

Connecticut Storyteller Sara deBeer will tell mesmerizing tales of Connecticut about blood-streaked apple blossoms, a friendly dog that foretells doom to anyone who seems him more than two times, and a fox that leads people into the forest—never to be seen again.

Presented by the Friends of the Library in celebration of the Orange Bicentennial. Funded by the Shirley Martin Prown Fund. 

Registration is required. 

West Side Story explores forbidden love and the rivalry between the Jets and the Sharks, two teenage street gangs of different ethnic backgrounds.2 hr. 36 min. PG-13. 

Registration is required for all Oscar films. 

Please note that all indoor library program plans have been reviewed by the Orange Health Department for COVID-19 safety compliance. The Library may alter or cancel this program with minimal notice if health guidance changes after plans have been scheduled. 

For babies and toddlers up to two years old.  Little ones and their caregivers are invited to this high-energy story time with Ms. Angela!  We’ll practice nursery rhymes, sing and move together, plus explore touch-and-feel books.  This program will take place in person at the library.  Registration is required.  Non-registrants will not be admitted.  Masks are recommended.

Late Policy: Excessive lateness to library programs may result in forfeiture of your reservation.

Cancellations and No-Shows: Please notify the Library if you are unable to attend an event for which you have registered so that other patrons may attend. Repeated “no-shows” to Library events may result in suspension of event registration privileges. 

For children ages 2-3.  Experience music and movement, dive into picture books, and sing your favorite songs with Ms. Angela!  This program will take place in person at the library.  Registration is required.  Non-registrants will not be permitted.  Masks are recommended.

Late Policy: Excessive lateness to library programs may result in forfeiture of your reservation.

Cancellations and No-Shows: Please notify the Library if you are unable to attend an event for which you have registered so that other patrons may attend. Repeated “no-shows” to Library events may result in suspension of event registration privileges. 

West Side Story explores forbidden love and the rivalry between the Jets and the Sharks, two teenage street gangs of different ethnic backgrounds.2 hr. 36 min. PG-13. 

Registration is required for all Oscar films. Wednesday matinees are shown with subtitles. 

Please note that all indoor library program plans have been reviewed by the Orange Health Department for COVID-19 safety compliance. The Library may alter or cancel this program with minimal notice if health guidance changes after plans have been scheduled. 

For children ages 3-5.  Preschoolers are invited to join Ms. Angela for stories, music, and movement!  This event will take place in person at the library.  Registration is required.  Non-registrants will not be permitted.  Masks are recommended.

Late Policy: Excessive lateness (5 minutes or more) to library programs may result in forfeiture of your reservation.

Cancellations and No-Shows: Please notify the Library if you are unable to attend an event for which you have registered so that other patrons may attend. Repeated “no-shows” to Library events may result in suspension of event registration privileges. 

Held in the Conference Room. Virtual attendance available. 

For adults and rising 7th to 12th graders. 

Create your own indigo tote using the kumo method of shibori, a Japanese form of tie-dye, at this small, hands-on workshop led by Librarian Rebecca Harlow.

Registration is required. 

Each month that you register you will pick up a box containing two hand-selected books for you to borrow as well as some other surprises for you to keep.

Registration: August 1-8

*Don't forget to complete the Google Form you receive in your confirmation email to complete your reservation. 

Boxes Ready for Pickup: August 22-27

Each month that you register you will pick up a box containing two hand-selected teen books for you to borrow as well as some treats and others surprises for you to keep.

Registration: August 1-8

*Don't forget to complete the Google Form you receive in your confirmation email to complete your reservation. 

Boxes Ready for Pickup: August 22-27

Join us for a jazz concert with the Shoreline Jazz Quartet, which plays standards and more at venues along the shoreline and New Haven. 

Presented by the Friends of the Library. 

Registration is required. 

For babies and toddlers up to two years old.  Little ones and their caregivers are invited to this high-energy story time with Ms. Angela!  We’ll practice nursery rhymes, sing and move together, plus explore touch-and-feel books.  This program will take place in person at the library.  Registration is required.  Non-registrants will not be admitted.  Masks are recommended.

Late Policy: Excessive lateness to library programs may result in forfeiture of your reservation.

Cancellations and No-Shows: Please notify the Library if you are unable to attend an event for which you have registered so that other patrons may attend. Repeated “no-shows” to Library events may result in suspension of event registration privileges. 

For children ages 2-3.  Experience music and movement, dive into picture books, and sing your favorite songs with Ms. Angela!  This program will take place in person at the library.  Registration is required.  Non-registrants will not be permitted.  Masks are recommended.

Late Policy: Excessive lateness to library programs may result in forfeiture of your reservation.

Cancellations and No-Shows: Please notify the Library if you are unable to attend an event for which you have registered so that other patrons may attend. Repeated “no-shows” to Library events may result in suspension of event registration privileges. 

For children ages 3-5.  Preschoolers are invited to join Ms. Angela for stories, music, and movement!  This event will take place in person at the library.  Registration is required.  Non-registrants will not be permitted.  Masks are recommended.

Late Policy: Excessive lateness (5 minutes or more) to library programs may result in forfeiture of your reservation.

Cancellations and No-Shows: Please notify the Library if you are unable to attend an event for which you have registered so that other patrons may attend. Repeated “no-shows” to Library events may result in suspension of event registration privileges. 

For children ages 2-5 years.

Get ready for fall with a simple tree craft! Put the tree together, then use tissue paper to change it from a green summer tree into a colorful autumn tree. Participants will need to supply gluesticks. Registration is required; kits can be picked up in the Children's Room between Monday, September 12 and Saturday, September 19.

For babies and toddlers up to two years old.  Little ones and their caregivers are invited to this high-energy story time with Ms. Angela!  We’ll practice nursery rhymes, sing and move together, plus explore touch-and-feel books.  This program will take place in person at the library.  Registration is required.  Non-registrants will not be admitted.  Masks are recommended.

Late Policy: Excessive lateness to library programs may result in forfeiture of your reservation.

Cancellations and No-Shows: Please notify the Library if you are unable to attend an event for which you have registered so that other patrons may attend. Repeated “no-shows” to Library events may result in suspension of event registration privileges. 

For children ages 2-3.  Experience music and movement, dive into picture books, and sing your favorite songs with Ms. Angela!  This program will take place in person at the library.  Registration is required.  Non-registrants will not be permitted.  Masks are recommended.

Late Policy: Excessive lateness to library programs may result in forfeiture of your reservation.

Cancellations and No-Shows: Please notify the Library if you are unable to attend an event for which you have registered so that other patrons may attend. Repeated “no-shows” to Library events may result in suspension of event registration privileges. 

For children ages 3-5.  Preschoolers are invited to join Ms. Angela for stories, music, and movement!  This event will take place in person at the library.  Registration is required.  Non-registrants will not be permitted.  Masks are recommended.

Late Policy: Excessive lateness (5 minutes or more) to library programs may result in forfeiture of your reservation.

Cancellations and No-Shows: Please notify the Library if you are unable to attend an event for which you have registered so that other patrons may attend. Repeated “no-shows” to Library events may result in suspension of event registration privileges. 

Held in the Conference Room. Virtual attendance available. 

For children ages 6-12 years.

Make your very own bouncy ball! We'll supply glue, borax, cornstarch, and food coloring, you'll need some warm water and a bowl. Warning: the food coloring will stain your fingers. Registration is required, and kits can be picked up in the Children's Room between September 19-24.

Each month that you register you will pick up a box containing two hand-selected books for you to borrow as well as some other surprises for you to keep.

Registration: September 1-8

*Don't forget to complete the Google Form you receive in your confirmation email to complete your reservation. 

Boxes Ready for Pickup: September 19-24

Each month that you register you will pick up a box containing two hand-selected teen books for you to borrow as well as some treats and others surprises for you to keep.

Registration: September 1-8

*Don't forget to complete the Google Form you receive in your confirmation email to complete your reservation. 

Boxes Ready for Pickup: September 19-24

For tweens in grades 4-6.

Learn to print on a 3D printer! This in-person, two day workshop will show you how to design a simple object, make a blueprint, and print it out! Participants will need to bring a laptop computer (and power cord) and must have access to an email during the program. 

This event is led by Aditi Bhattamishra, a junior finalist in the Future Engineers 2018 Two for the Crew Challenge. Aditi, now a junior at Amity Regional High School, is currently working on a multi-year research project on prosthetics using CAD modeling and 3D printing.

Join Bookcase leader Toby Zabinski for a discussion of Her Hidden Genius by Marie Benedict. Registration is required, as for online security reasons only registered attendees will be able to attend this event. Registered attendees will receive a Zoom link via email before the event.The registrant's name as displayed on Zoom must match the name used for registration in order to guarantee admission.

For all ages. 

Are you looking for a fun family activity this spooky season? Try out our Hocus Pocus interactive movie kit before the sequel debuts on September 30! You can reserve one in advance or inquire at the Circulation Desk. Check it out from the library, stream it, or watch it on TV. We'll have extra copies of the original Hocus Pocus DVD in our express collection!

What is an interactive movie? An interactive movie experience happens when you watch a movie together with a group and you do certain actions at certain times during the movie. 

What comes in a kit? Each kit contains a script for each person with instructions explaining which actions to do during which parts of the movie. Your kit will also contain props and treats to add to your interactive experience.

Registration and Pickup

Registration and pickup are ongoing. You will receive an email when your kit is ready for pickup. 

An intimate look at the extraordinary rise, fall and redemption of televangelist Tammy Faye Bakker. PG-13. 2 hr. 6 min. 

Registration is required for all Oscar films. 

Please note that all indoor library program plans have been reviewed by the Orange Health Department for COVID-19 safety compliance. The Library may alter or cancel this program with minimal notice if health guidance changes after plans have been scheduled. 

For babies and toddlers up to two years old.  Little ones and their caregivers are invited to this high-energy story time with Ms. Angela!  We’ll practice nursery rhymes, sing and move together, plus explore touch-and-feel books.  This program will take place in person at the library.  Registration is required.  Non-registrants will not be admitted.  Masks are recommended.

Late Policy: Excessive lateness to library programs may result in forfeiture of your reservation.

Cancellations and No-Shows: Please notify the Library if you are unable to attend an event for which you have registered so that other patrons may attend. Repeated “no-shows” to Library events may result in suspension of event registration privileges. 

For children ages 2-3.  Experience music and movement, dive into picture books, and sing your favorite songs with Ms. Angela!  This program will take place in person at the library.  Registration is required.  Non-registrants will not be permitted.  Masks are recommended.

Late Policy: Excessive lateness to library programs may result in forfeiture of your reservation.

Cancellations and No-Shows: Please notify the Library if you are unable to attend an event for which you have registered so that other patrons may attend. Repeated “no-shows” to Library events may result in suspension of event registration privileges. 

An intimate look at the extraordinary rise, fall and redemption of televangelist Tammy Faye Bakker. PG-13. 2 hr. 6 min. 

egistration is required for all Oscar films. 

Please note that all indoor library program plans have been reviewed by the Orange Health Department for COVID-19 safety compliance. The Library may alter or cancel this program with minimal notice if health guidance changes after plans have been scheduled. 

For children ages 3-5.  Preschoolers are invited to join Ms. Angela for stories, music, and movement!  This event will take place in person at the library.  Registration is required.  Non-registrants will not be permitted.  Masks are recommended.

Late Policy: Excessive lateness (5 minutes or more) to library programs may result in forfeiture of your reservation.

Cancellations and No-Shows: Please notify the Library if you are unable to attend an event for which you have registered so that other patrons may attend. Repeated “no-shows” to Library events may result in suspension of event registration privileges. 

For adults and teens in grades 7-12.

Use Morse code to personalize a beaded bracelet with a letter, name or inspirational word. 

Registration and Pickup

Registration will end Thursday, September 29. Kits will be available for pickup in the Library from Monday, October 3-Saturday, October 8. 

For toddlers and their grownups.

Create a fun toy for your toddler that will entertain them while they practice fine motor skills! Turn an oatmeal cannister into a feedable monster with a mouth and a see-through stomach. We provide the oatmeal cannister, a plastic bag, a monster, googly eyes, and of course, monster food (pompoms). Participants will need to supply glue, a craft knife or scissors, and optional wrapping paper. Registration is required; kits can be picked up in the Children's Room between October 3-8.

Join Librarian Samantha for a discussion of The Maid by Nita Prose.

Registration is required. This is an in person event. Check for available copies at the Circulation Desk.

For adults and teens in grades 9-12. 

It's the library's 100-year celebration and everyone is having fun and enjoying each other's company until a scream echoes throughout the building. A death has just occurred. 

Can you discern which suspects are telling the truth and which are hiding something? And is that something murder?!

Held in the Conference Room. Virtual attendance available. 

Held in the Conference Room. Virtual attendance available. 

Held in the Conference Room. Virtual attendance available.