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The Orange City Public Library will be CLOSED for Thanksgiving beginning Wednesday, November 27 at 1 pm. We will reopen again on Monday, December 2 at 9 am.
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Get ready for an inspiring evening! On November 14, Sioux Falls resident Achut Deng and co-author Keely Hutton will be in Sioux County to share the powerful story behind this year's One Book One Sioux County selection, Don't Look Back. This captivating memoir chronicles Achut's journey as a survivor of the Sudanese Civil War, and highlights the profound experiences of displaced people. Join us for an engaging conversation with the authors at the Dordt Ag Stewardship Center at 7 pm Plus, register for an exclusive "Appetizers with the Authors" experience beforehand!
Don’t miss this chance to connect with these remarkable storytellers. For more details, visit One Book One Sioux County.
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FEATURED THIS MONTH:
Puzzles for Checkout |
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The library is excited to offer a new service: puzzles available for checkout! Patrons can now borrow puzzles just like books, with a loan period of two weeks. Whether you're looking for a fun solo challenge or a group activity, there's a wide variety of puzzle themes and difficulty levels to choose from. Puzzling is a great screen-free way to relax, focus, and unwind.
Our puzzle collection is located along the east side wall, close to the newspapers and magazines. |
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BOOK TALK:
The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis |
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I distinctly remember reading C. S. Lewis’s The Last Battle on my family’s old sofa, staying up into the wee hours of the morning, and quietly crying as I finished the final chapter knowing that I, like the Pevensies, would not reenter Narnia
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for new adventures at the conclusion of this book. Years after that night, I remember having a conversation with a friend about the order in which the series “should” be read, the original publication order, or the chronological order. This conversation happened all over again when we recently purchased new copies of The Chronicles of Narnia for the library.
When I first read the series, I read them in publication order, which starts with The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. However, since 1994, the books have been published in chronological order, placing The Magician’s Nephew as the first in the series. The decision to swap the order of the books has been hotly debated by fans of Lewis, some going so far as to claim that it detracts from Lewis’ original intent for the story. Douglas Gresham, C.S. Lewis’s stepson, said he had asked Lewis which order he thought the books should be read, to which Lewis replied they should be read chronologically (MacCorkle, 2022). However, in a letter to a young fan in 1957, Lewis wrote “perhaps it does not matter very much which order anyone read them.”
As for myself, I think when I go to dust off and reread my old editions of Narnia, I think I am inclined to agree with Lewis’s letter. Rather than focusing on which order to read them, gleaning the messages, themes, and enjoying the story are at the forefront of my brain. Please stop on by the library and check out our new copies, and immerse yourself in the world of Narnia, which is what Lewis would probably care most about. -Submitted by Victoria Brander, Staff |
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Visit our website for more details on these events and others coming up.
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A knowledgeable staff member will be available to provide one-on-one assistance with your tech-related inquiries. Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or someone who needs help troubleshooting a specific issue, we’re here to support you.
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Looking to feel more comfortable around dogs? Need a little extra love? Or do you just love dogs? Drop-in to hang out or read with a pup anytime between 4-5 pm!
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Calling all young builders and creative minds! Join us for our Early Out Lego program. This fun and engaging program is designed for kids grades K-4 to explore their creativity, develop problem-solving skills, and have a blast building with LEGO bricks. Registration required for each date.
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Move and groove in this unique story time with active stories and songs, and sensory-rich toys. Featuring The Going to Bed Book, this story time keeps kids moving and is a great introduction to story time. Designed for ages birth-3 and caretakers, but all are welcome!
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Join us for stories, wigglers, and crafts geared for children ages 3–6 and their caregivers, but all are welcome!
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6th-12th grade students, come learn how to play Carcassonne, a tile placement game where you’ll shape the medieval landscape of France, claiming cities, monasteries, and farms along with board-game-loving library staff! Bring a friend or two, or come meet new friends! Registration required.
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3rd-8th grade students, join us for a collaborative Minecraft Scarecrow Building Contest with TD3 Innovative Gaming! Computers and accounts will be provided. Registration and $10 payment required.
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This Art Class is designed especially for 3-year-old children, combining fun and education in a vibrant, imaginative setting. Led by art educator Kim Byma, this class promises a delightful and enriching experience for every young participant.
Registration and adult helper required. |
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This Art Class is designed especially for 4-5 year old children, combining fun and education in a vibrant, imaginative setting. Led by art educator Kim Byma, this class promises a delightful and enriching experience for every young participant.
Registration and adult helper required. |
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Looking for a quiet, supportive space to work on your novel, memoir, or nonfiction book? Come to our Writing Drop-In Studio! Our drop-in studio offers a comfortable environment for you to focus on your writing or share ideas with other writers.
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Come play Ticket to Ride, a cross-country train adventure board game, at the library! We will provide the space, the game, and snacks. Come with a friend or two or make new friends!
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The Library is hosting a fundraiser for the Rock Valley Public Library that was destroyed in the June flooding. Join us for a food, fun, and fizz competition at Gezellig in downtown Orange City.
Registration closed. |
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Join us for our monthly Book Club, where book lovers come together to discuss a wide range of literary genres, from contemporary fiction to timeless classics. Each month, we select a new book to dive into and explore its themes, characters, and plot twists in a friendly and welcoming environment. Multiple copies of the book are available for checkout at the library.
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Join us for a conversation with authors, Achut Deng and Keely Hutton. They will be sharing about our One Book, One Sioux County choice for 2024. It is a memoir of a girl, Achut, who survived the Sudanese Civil War and fought to save her own life.
Registration is not required, but it is helpful and will get your name entered into the give-away and allow you to submit questions for the authors. There will be an Appetizers with the Authors event beforehand at 5:30 pm. Tickets are limited and required to attend the appetizers portion. |
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English Conversation Class for intermediate to advanced learners. To sign up for the class, contact Anna.
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Clase de inglés gratis para principiantes. Para inscribirse, contacte a Anna.
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Join our conversation class for intermediate to advanced Spanish language learners. Practice your Spanish speaking skills in a casual and friendly setting to increase your confidence with the language.
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READ FOR NOVEMBER:
National Adoption Month |
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