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Summer Reading Fun!📖🌱
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Summer Reading Program 2026
Jun. 8 - Jul. 26
APL has teamed up with Public Works to share the love of reading and caring for our Anaheim neighborhoods. Earn prizes and attend exciting programs while engaging with your community. From neighborhood clean-ups to ocean conservation, learn what you can do to make a difference.
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Cooking Through American History Series at Sunkist Branch🍳🍴
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Thursday, Jul. 2,
Thursday, Jul. 16,
and Thursday Jul. 23
2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Sunkist Branch
901 S. Sunkist
In honor of America's 250th birthday, join us as we explore U.S. History through food.

Partners in Chime: Summer Concert🎶🎵
Saturday, Jul. 18
2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Central Library
500 W. Broadway
Join us as the North Orange County Community College District's choir performs in honor of USA’s 250 anniversary! Enjoy light refreshments.
Patriotic favorites will be performed, including “America,” “This Land is Your Land,” “The Star-Spangled Banner,” and more!
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Independence Day at Founders' Park
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Saturday, Jul. 11
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
400 N. West St.
Join us to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of American Independence Day with fun activities for kids and families. Play Victorian games and participate in special America 250 Treasure Hunt with prizes! 
Holiday Closures
All Anaheim Libraries will be closed Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day.

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Upcoming Programs & Events

CENTRAL LIBRARY

500 W. Broadway

Monday – Friday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Sunday: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.
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Families: Wild Wonders Animal Show (Ages 0-12)

Saturday, Jul. 25

2 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Children: Summertime Scares Book Fun (Ages 6-12)

Wednesday, Jul. 22

4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

 

Teens: Julie Fiveash: Froggies and Archives and Zines, Oh My!

Saturday, Jul. 11

2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.


Adults: Let's Talk Music: B.Y.O.V - Bring Your Own Vinyl

Wednesday, Jul. 15

4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.

 

Older Adults: Partners in Chime Summer Concert
Saturday, Jul. 18
2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

 

All Ages: Open Mic Night
Thursday, Jul. 2
4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. 

CANYON HILLS BRANCH

400 S. Scout Trail

Monday – Thursday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Friday: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Saturday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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Families: Billy Bonkers Magic Show

Saturday, Jul. 18
2 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Children: Summer STEAM
Every Other Thursday
(Jul. 2, Jul. 16, & Jul. 30)
2 p.m. - 3 p.m.

 

Teens: Teen Tuesdays: Beaded Plant (Ages 11-18)

Tuesday, Jul. 28

3 p.m. - 4 p.m.

 

Adults: Mindful Concentration and Practice

Tuesday, Jul. 21

11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

 

Older Adults: Game Day-Celebrate America's Birthday! 

Friday, Jul. 10

2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

 

Oak Canyon Visits the Library

Tuesday, Jul. 14

11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

 

All ages: Found Object Juggling and Comedy Show with Michael Rayner

Saturday, Jul. 11

2 p.m. - 3 p.m

EAST ANAHEIM BRANCH

8201 E. Santa Ana Canyon Rd.

Monday – Thursday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Sunday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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Families: Hot Wheels Race Day
Saturday, Jul. 25
1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Children: Draw-Along Art Program with Kyle Tiernan

Wednesday, Jul. 15

11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

 

Teens: Upcycled Crafting: Learning the Art of Bookfolding
Tuesday, Jul. 28
3 p.m. - 4 p.m.

 

Adults: Talk & Tea Adult Book Club

Tuesday, Jul. 7

12 p.m. - 1 p.m.

 

EUCLID BRANCH

1340 S. Euclid St.

Monday – Friday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
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Families: Magic Show: Stories that Grow

Tuesday, Jul. 21

3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Children: DIY Family Craft Time

Friday, Jul. 17

4 p.m. - 5 p.m.

 

Tweens/Teens: Python Workshop

Wednesday, Jul. 1 and
Thursday, Jul. 2

4 p.m. - 5 p.m.

 

Adults: Adult Book Club

Tuesday, Jul. 21

4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

 

Older Adults: Fiber Arts for Adults

Tuesday, Jul. 28

11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

 

All Ages: Christmas in July

Friday, Jul. 24

 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

HASKETT BRANCH

2650 W. Broadway

Monday – Thursday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Friday: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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Families: Ringling Bros. “The Greatest Show on Earth” Ringling’s Hype Crew

Wednesday, Jul. 1

4:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Children: Creative Constructors

Sunday, Jul. 5

12 p.m. - 1 p.m.

 

Teens: Pottery Painting for Teens

Monday, Jul. 13

1 p.m. - 2 p.m.

 

Adults: 3D Printing for Adults

Sunday, Jul. 12

1 p.m. - 2 p.m.

 
All Ages: Don’t Drop Trash Where We Splash with the Aquarium of the Pacific
Wednesday, Jul. 22
11 a.m. - 2:30 p.m
*Registration for touch tank required.

PONDEROSA JOINT-USE BRANCH

240 E. Orangewood Ave.

Monday – Thursday: 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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Children: The Dino Who Cried Asteroid! Puppet Show

Thursday, Jul. 9

5 p.m. - 6 p.m.

 

Teens & Adults: Choppin' It Up with Convention Center Chefs
Tuesday, Jul. 30
2 p.m. - 3 p.m.

 

Adults: Candle Making for Adults

Wednesday, Jul. 15

5 p.m. - 6 p.m.

*Registration required.

 

Families: Ringling Bros. “The Greatest Show on Earth” Ringling’s Hype Crew

Thursday, Jul. 2

 5:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.

 

All Ages: Ponderosa Chess Club

Sunday, Jul. 18

2 p.m. - 3 p.m.

SUNKIST BRANCH

901 S. Sunkist St.

Monday – Friday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Saturday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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Families: End of SRP Party

Tuesday, Jul. 21

5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m

Children: Sunkist S.T.E.A.M. Trash to Treasure Gardens

Friday, Jul. 17

1 p.m. - 2 p.m.

 

Teens: Nintendo Switch Game Day

Friday, Jul. 10

2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.

 

Adults: Adult Art: DIY Tile Art

Wednesday, Jul. 8

1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

 

Candle Making

Monday, Jul. 6

5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

 

Older Adults: Senior Art Class

Tuesday, Jul. 21

1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

 

All Ages: Sunkist S.T.E.A.M. Make a UV Detector
Monday, Jul. 13

12:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
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ASL and Braille!
 
 Whether it's your first time learning or if you're simply looking for a refresher, the STEAM on the Go: ASL & Braille kit contains the tools to learn and practice the basics of ASL and braille at your own pace. 
 
Reserve this STEAM kit today!

Designed for students in elementary school, particularly 2nd - 4th grade, who will have everything they need to complete this STEAM on the Go kit.
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"Summer Reading Fun is in full swing!🎉 It's not too late to attend incredible programs, log your reading for prizes, and WIN BIG! " 

Sincerely,

Audrey A. Lujan
Your City Librarian
Anaheim Public Library
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