Youth Programs

ORLA is proud to offer many diverse programs for a variety of ages. All programs are free to attend & do not require a library card. Check out our Events & Programs Calendar for more featured youth programs.

Due to COVID-19, ORLA locations will not offer any in-person programs until at least September 1, 2020. In order to promote safety and encourage engagement, ORLA locations are offering virtual program options and grab-and-go activities for area residents.

Virtual Programs

Miss a program? Stuck at home? No worries! We’ve got you covered with our collection of virtual programs, available 24/7 from home!

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Storytime

Storytime with Miss Amanda

Today we read "Bark, George" by Jules Feiffer and "Click, Clack, Moo" by Doreen Cronin. We sang some songs too!

Storytime with Annie

Today we read "Boa's Bad Birthday" by Jeanne Willis & "When Grandpa Gives You a Toolbox" by Jamie L.B. Deenihan. We sang a song too!

Storytime with Miss Amanda

Today we read "Guido's Gondola" by Renee Riva and "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" by Eric Carle. We sang some songs too!

Storytime with Annie

Today we read "The Girl and the Dinosaur" by Hollie Hughes and "Tiny T. Rex and the Very Dark Dark" by Jonathan Stutzman. We sang a song too!

Storytime with Miss Amanda

Today we read "Biblioburro: A True Story from Colombia" by Jeanette Winter and "Twice My Size" by Adrian Mitchell. We sang some songs too!

Storytime with Annie

Today we read "A Book for Escargot" by Dashka Slater and "Ray" by Marianna Coppo. We sang a song too!

In-Person Programs

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Oil City
Franklin
Cooperstown

Brick Build-Up

Free play with bricks. Build your own creation or follow instructions!

Storytime

Read stories, sing songs and craft! Open to all children (recommended ages 2-6) and caregivers.

Bouncing Babies

Open to babies and caregivers. Share stories, rhymes, and bounces with your baby.

Code Club

For ages 8+, learn how to make apps, games & websites with our self-paced coding curriculum!

Nailed It

A new after school club for ages 8-12, where participants will discover the fun of actively building something out of solid wood with their own two hands!

LOFT

LOFT is an extensive program designed for teens ages 13-19. Activities include: board games, video games, art projects, competitions, giveaways, team-building, movie nights & more!