Do you know about Kanopy? | Online Resources
Kanopy is a video-streaming platform dedicated to thoughtful and thought-provoking films. Kanopy is available for free to Orem Library card holders.
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Behind the Shelves
The Cultural Impact of Frankenstein | Orem Reads 2023
“I no longer see the world and its works as they before appeared to me. Before, I looked upon the accounts of vice and injustice, that I read in books or heard from others, as tales of
Baking at the Library | Behind the Shelves
Few activities are as perfectly suited to pairing with library materials as baking. Need something to do while waiting for your bread to rise? We’ve got a book for that! Have an
Lifelong Learning | Online Resources
Commit yourself to lifelong learning. The most valuable asset you will ever have is your mind and what you put into it. Albert Einstein It happens every year. The days get shorter, the
An Overdrive Primer for the Curious and the Frustrated | Behind the Shelves
As the digital services manager here at the Orem Public Library (OPL), I have noticed a fair number of questions (and frustrations) with the wonderful yet sometimes confusing service that is
Tutor.com | Free Online Tutoring at the Library
If you’re looking for free online tutoring for yourself or your children, the Orem Library has great digital resources that can help. In this post, we’re highlighting Tutor.com.
Database News | Digital Collections
We have exciting database news! It’s a new (fiscal) year and that means there are new additions to the Orem Public Library’s digital collections. Research, learning and entertainment options
Databases for Book Lovers | Online Resources
Books are a uniquely portable magic. Stephen King Summertime is upon us and it is the perfect season to read. Long sunny days and warm starry nights provide hours upon hours to read to your
DIY Databases | Free Crafting Classes
Do you feel the need to create, craft, and seek an outlet for artistic designs but are seeking some direction or looking for something new? In the middle of a home improvement project and
Loving Our Library Books | What To Do With a Damaged Library Book
Orem Public Library patrons are known for loving our library books. From board books for the very youngest readers to the most recent and very thick historical study, anyone can find a book
Library Hall Art Show: The Art of Spin | Artist Interview
Need an idea for date night? Come to Library Hall to see our newest art exhibit, "The Art of Spin" by visual artist Amy Bennion.
Outreach Staff Favorites | Librarian Lists
Enjoy these books read and loved by the Orem Public Library Outreach staff in 2022!
How to Host a Kids Book Club | Skyborn Series
The November book for our kids’ Check It Out book club was the first in Jessica Khoury’s Skyborn series, Sparrow Rising. In this book people are born with wings, and Ellie Meadows
Holiday Help from the Makerspace
While you can make anything your heart desires at the Makerspace, we thought we would share some of our favorite Christmas gifts to make.
3 Things You Can Do With Our New Catalog
The Orem Public Library's new catalog goes live today! Here are three great things you can do with the new catalog.