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September is Library Card Sign-Up Month! Roll out with your library card today!

National Library Card Sign-Up Month

All Day 9/3 - 9/30
Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group:
Families, Young Child, K - 2nd Grade, 3rd - 5th Grade, Middle School, High School, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Unlock your library card's potential during the month of September!  During the month of September, Orange County Public Library cardholders can enjoy exclusive promotions,...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group: Families, Young Child, K - 2nd Grade, 3rd - 5th Grade, Middle School, High School, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Unlock your library card's potential during the month of September! 

Disclaimer(s)

Photos at events

Photos may be taken at this event and used on the library's website and social media and in other promotional pieces. Please let program staff know if you do not want pictures taken of you or your family.

Babsit lapsit storytime. Mother reading to child on her lap.

Baby Lapsit

Monday, September 9, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Recurring, Storytime
Age Group:
Young Child
Event Details:

Babies from age 0 to walkers are invited with their caregivers to participate in a 20-minute lapsit program that incorporates age-appropriate books, rhymes, music, and movement. A ...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Young Child
Program Type: Recurring, Storytime
Event Details:

Babies from age 0 to walkers are invited with their caregivers to participate in a 20-minute lapsit program that incorporates age-appropriate books, rhymes, music, and movement.

Disclaimer(s)

Photos at events

Photos may be taken at this event and used on the library's website and social media and in other promotional pieces. Please let program staff know if you do not want pictures taken of you or your family.

A small image of the program flyer with program description, title, and a painted image of an orange octopus.

WonderKids - Learn about Octopuses!

Monday, September 9, 2024 at 3:45pm - 4:30pm
Main Meeting Room at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Recurring
Age Group:
Young Child
Event Details:

Join us for a monthly program for older preschoolers.  Each month we will read a story together and then explore the book further through an activity.  This month we will...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Young Child
Program Type: Recurring
Event Details:

Join us for a monthly program for older preschoolers.  Each month we will read a story together and then explore the book further through an activity.  This month we will learn all about octopuses!  For children ages 4 & 5 with

Disclaimer(s)

Photos at events

Photos may be taken at this event and used on the library's website and social media and in other promotional pieces. Please let program staff know if you do not want pictures taken of you or your family.

Tiny Tots. Picture of a young boy playing with a toy.

Storytime at the Library

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Meeting Room at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Recurring, Storytime
Age Group:
Young Child
Event Details:

Children from walkers to age 5 and their caregivers are invited to participate in a 25-minute interactive program that incorporates age-appropriate books, rhymes, music, and moveme...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Young Child
Program Type: Recurring, Storytime
Event Details:

Children from walkers to age 5 and their caregivers are invited to participate in a 25-minute interactive program that incorporates age-appropriate books, rhymes, music, and movement.

Disclaimer(s)

Photos at events

Photos may be taken at this event and used on the library's website and social media and in other promotional pieces. Please let program staff know if you do not want pictures taken of you or your family.

Tech Topics

Tech Topics - Group Chat

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Study Room 230 at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Technology Program
Age Group:
High School, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Tech Topics Get quick help with the basics of everyday tech! Register to join us at Main Library in Hillsborough for Group Chat Tech Topics on second Tuesdays of the month and&n...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Study Room 230
Age Group: High School, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Tech Topics

potato chips in a bowl

Kids Discover-Potato Chip STEAM

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Meeting Room at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Recurring
Age Group:
3rd - 5th Grade
Event Details:

Get ready for a crunchy, creative adventure with Potato Chip STEAM! Join us as we defy gravity and take on the challenge of building a towering circle standing on end—using only po...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: 3rd - 5th Grade
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Recurring
Event Details:

Get ready for a crunchy, creative adventure with Potato Chip STEAM! Join us as we defy gravity and take on the challenge of building a towering circle standing on end—using only potato chips!

Disclaimer(s)

Age Range Info

Information About Age Ranges

While the library's family programs are open to all ages, other programs in youth services are designed for a specific age or grade range. Establishing age and grade ranges allows us to plan programs that are appropriate for each range of child development, maintain quality in our programming, and promote fairness to all. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Beth Hawkey, youth services supervisor.

Photos at events

Photos may be taken at this event and used on the library's website and social media and in other promotional pieces. Please let program staff know if you do not want pictures taken of you or your family.

Parent-Free Event

This program is designed for youth participants to attend unaccompanied. Please make arrangements to drop-off and pick-up participants 5-10 minutes before a program ends.

Book Clubs

Tuesday Evening Book Club

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Meeting Room at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Tuesday Evening Book Club is a Community Member-Led book club which meets the on 2nd Tuesdays of the month at 6:30pm at Main Library in Hillsborough. The club discusses a wide ...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

The Tuesday Evening Book Club is a Community Member-Led book club which meets the on 2nd Tuesdays of the month at 6:30pm at Main Library in Hillsborough. The club discusses a wide variety of popular and interesting books in a light atmosphere.

Tech Topics

Tech Topics - One-on-One Time

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Study Room 230 at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Technology Program, Workshop & Classes
Age Group:
High School, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Tech Topics Get quick help with the basics of everyday tech! Register to join us at Main Library in Hillsborough for Group Chat Tech Topics on second Tuesdays of the month and&n...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Study Room 230
Age Group: High School, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Technology Program, Workshop & Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Tech Topics

Thursday Morning Nature Strolls

Thursday Morning Nature Strolls

Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Thursday Morning Nature Strolls – Meet us in front of the Main Library in Hillsborough on Thursdays at 10am as we gather for a 60-minute, leisurely walk along the Riverwalk Tr...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Thursday Morning Nature Strolls – Meet us in front of the Main Library in Hillsborough on Thursdays at 10am as we gather for a 60-minute, leisurely walk along the Riverwalk Trail. This event is open to all.

open play information

Open Play Switch, Grades 6-12

Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Games & Trivia, Recurring
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Hey Teens! Thursday afternoons, you are invited to play our Nintendo Switch at the library. All games are provided. Located in the 2nd floor Teen Room. To play, starting...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Games & Trivia, Recurring
Event Details:

Hey Teens!

Thursday afternoons, you are invited to play our Nintendo Switch at the library. All games are provided. Located in the 2nd floor Teen Room.

Disclaimer(s)

Age Range Info

Information About Age Ranges

While the library's family programs are open to all ages, other programs in youth services are designed for a specific age or grade range. Establishing age and grade ranges allows us to plan programs that are appropriate for each range of child development, maintain quality in our programming, and promote fairness to all. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Beth Hawkey, youth services supervisor.

book sale

Friends Book Sale - Preview Night

Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group:
Families, Young Child, K - 2nd Grade, 3rd - 5th Grade, Middle School, High School, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

It's fall book sale time! Join the Friends of the Orange County Public Library at the Main Library in Hillsborough on Thursday, September 12th through Sunday, September 15th to fin...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group: Families, Young Child, K - 2nd Grade, 3rd - 5th Grade, Middle School, High School, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

It's fall book sale time! Join the Friends of the Orange County Public Library at the Main Library in Hillsborough on Thursday, September 12th through Sunday, September 15th to find discounted books for all ages!

book sale

Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale

Friday, September 13, 2024 at 9:00am - 4:30pm
Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group:
Families, Young Child, K - 2nd Grade, 3rd - 5th Grade, Middle School, High School, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

It's fall book sale time! Join the Friends of the Orange County Public Library at the Main Library in Hillsborough on Thursday, September 12th through Sunday, September 15th to fin...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group: Families, Young Child, K - 2nd Grade, 3rd - 5th Grade, Middle School, High School, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

It's fall book sale time! Join the Friends of the Orange County Public Library at the Main Library in Hillsborough on Thursday, September 12th through Sunday, September 15th to find discounted books for all ages!

Voter Information

Nonpartisan Voter Registration and Election Information Table

Friday, September 13, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Front Lobby at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Cultural
Age Group:
High School, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Stop by Main Library on Friday afternoons from September 20th through November 1st for non-partisan voter registration and election information including dates, times, and location...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Front Lobby
Age Group: High School, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Cultural
Event Details:

Stop by Main Library on Friday afternoons from September 20th through November 1st for non-partisan voter registration and election information including dates, times, and locations for early voting.

book sale

Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale

Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 9:00am - 4:30pm
Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group:
Families, Young Child, K - 2nd Grade, 3rd - 5th Grade, Middle School, High School, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

It's fall book sale time! Join the Friends of the Orange County Public Library at the Main Library in Hillsborough on Thursday, September 12th through Sunday, September 15th to fin...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group: Families, Young Child, K - 2nd Grade, 3rd - 5th Grade, Middle School, High School, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

It's fall book sale time! Join the Friends of the Orange County Public Library at the Main Library in Hillsborough on Thursday, September 12th through Sunday, September 15th to find discounted books for all ages!

Tour Your Library

Tour Your Library

Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group:
Families, Middle School, High School, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month! Celebrate with a guided tour of the Main Library in Hillsborough. Explore the space and the resources we have. We'll meet downstai...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group: Families, Middle School, High School, Adults, Everyone
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month! Celebrate with a guided tour of the Main Library in Hillsborough. Explore the space and the resources we have. We'll meet downstairs and work our way up.

book sale

Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale - Bag Day

Sunday, September 15, 2024 at 12:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Meeting Room at Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group:
Families, Young Child, K - 2nd Grade, 3rd - 5th Grade, Middle School, High School, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

It's fall book sale time! Join the Friends of the Orange County Public Library at the Main Library in Hillsborough on Thursday, September 12th through Sunday, September 15th to fin...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Families, Young Child, K - 2nd Grade, 3rd - 5th Grade, Middle School, High School, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

It's fall book sale time! Join the Friends of the Orange County Public Library at the Main Library in Hillsborough on Thursday, September 12th through Sunday, September 15th to find discounted books for all ages!

Babsit lapsit storytime. Mother reading to child on her lap.

Baby Lapsit

Monday, September 16, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Recurring, Storytime
Age Group:
Young Child
Event Details:

Babies from age 0 to walkers are invited with their caregivers to participate in a 20-minute lapsit program that incorporates age-appropriate books, rhymes, music, and movement. A ...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Young Child
Program Type: Recurring, Storytime
Event Details:

Babies from age 0 to walkers are invited with their caregivers to participate in a 20-minute lapsit program that incorporates age-appropriate books, rhymes, music, and movement.

Disclaimer(s)

Photos at events

Photos may be taken at this event and used on the library's website and social media and in other promotional pieces. Please let program staff know if you do not want pictures taken of you or your family.

National Voter Registration Day

National Voter Registration Day

All Day
Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Cultural
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

September 17th is National Voter Registration Day! Stop by Main Library in Hillsborough to find out if you're registered, fill out  registration forms, update your inform...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Cultural
Event Details:

September 17th is National Voter Registration Day! Stop by Main Library in Hillsborough to find out if you're registered, fill out  registration forms, update your information, and more.

Tiny Tots. Picture of a young boy playing with a toy.

Storytime at the Library

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Meeting Room at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Recurring, Storytime
Age Group:
Young Child
Event Details:

Children from walkers to age 5 and their caregivers are invited to participate in a 25-minute interactive program that incorporates age-appropriate books, rhymes, music, and moveme...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Young Child
Program Type: Recurring, Storytime
Event Details:

Children from walkers to age 5 and their caregivers are invited to participate in a 25-minute interactive program that incorporates age-appropriate books, rhymes, music, and movement.

Disclaimer(s)

Photos at events

Photos may be taken at this event and used on the library's website and social media and in other promotional pieces. Please let program staff know if you do not want pictures taken of you or your family.

Tissue Paper Flowers

Kids Discover-Tissue Flowers

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Meeting Room at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Recurring
Age Group:
3rd - 5th Grade
Event Details:

Join us for an amazing STEAM adventure where we celebrate Hispanic Heritage in a vibrant and hands-on way! Discover the rich cultural traditions behind tissue paper flowers and the...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: 3rd - 5th Grade
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Recurring
Event Details:

Join us for an amazing STEAM adventure where we celebrate Hispanic Heritage in a vibrant and hands-on way!

Disclaimer(s)

Age Range Info

Information About Age Ranges

While the library's family programs are open to all ages, other programs in youth services are designed for a specific age or grade range. Establishing age and grade ranges allows us to plan programs that are appropriate for each range of child development, maintain quality in our programming, and promote fairness to all. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Beth Hawkey, youth services supervisor.

Photos at events

Photos may be taken at this event and used on the library's website and social media and in other promotional pieces. Please let program staff know if you do not want pictures taken of you or your family.

Parent-Free Event

This program is designed for youth participants to attend unaccompanied. Please make arrangements to drop-off and pick-up participants 5-10 minutes before a program ends.

clay creations information

Clay Creations, Grades 6-12

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Main Meeting Room at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Recurring
Age Group:
Middle School, High School
Event Details:

Calling all teen artists! Dive into the world of sculpting at our Miniature Masterpieces: Clay Creations Workshop. Join us at the library for an afternoon of hands-on fun as you cr...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Middle School, High School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Recurring
Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Event Details:

Calling all teen artists! Dive into the world of sculpting at our Miniature Masterpieces: Clay Creations Workshop.

Disclaimer(s)

Age Range Info

Information About Age Ranges

While the library's family programs are open to all ages, other programs in youth services are designed for a specific age or grade range. Establishing age and grade ranges allows us to plan programs that are appropriate for each range of child development, maintain quality in our programming, and promote fairness to all. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Beth Hawkey, youth services supervisor.

Photos at events

Photos may be taken at this event and used on the library's website and social media and in other promotional pieces. Please let program staff know if you do not want pictures taken of you or your family.

Parent-Free Event

This program is designed for youth participants to attend unaccompanied. Please make arrangements to drop-off and pick-up participants 5-10 minutes before a program ends.

Acorn Acres Hat Drive

Knit or Crochet a Hat for a Child this Fall

All Day
Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Families, Middle School, High School, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

From September 19th through the end of the year, give the gift of warmth by knitting or crocheting a hat for Acorn Acres, a local organization which creates and distributes ha...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group: Families, Middle School, High School, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

From September 19th through the end of the year, give the gift of warmth by knitting or crocheting a hat for Acorn Acres, a local organization which creates and distributes hats, gloves, and more to school children in our community.

Thursday Morning Nature Strolls

Thursday Morning Nature Strolls

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Thursday Morning Nature Strolls – Meet us in front of the Main Library in Hillsborough on Thursdays at 10am as we gather for a 60-minute, leisurely walk along the Riverwalk Tr...

Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Thursday Morning Nature Strolls – Meet us in front of the Main Library in Hillsborough on Thursdays at 10am as we gather for a 60-minute, leisurely walk along the Riverwalk Trail. This event is open to all.

Yarn Together

Yarn Together with Acorn Acres

Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Meeting Room at Main Library in Hillsborough
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop & Classes
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Get together with other fibercrafters over light refreshment to knit or crochet a hat for a child in our community! Acorn Acres Community Crafting is a local organization which cre...

Register
Required
Library Branch: Main Library in Hillsborough
Room: Main Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop & Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Get together with other fibercrafters over light refreshment to knit or crochet a hat for a child in our community!