How to Find a Gentle Book
Our gentle book display is one of the most popular displays in the fiction department of the library. A gentle book is one that does not contain sex, swearing, or extreme violence. Gentle
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Behind the Shelves
Summer Still Lifes by Megan Trueblood | Artist Interview
Summer Still Lifes, an art show by Orem-based artist Megan Trueblood, will be on display in the Library Hall Gallery from June 9 to August 27.
Library Book Group Sets | Behind the Shelves
To help support the book groups in our community, the library has a collection of book group sets. With roughly 175 titles to choose from, there is something for any book group to check out.
Cindy Clark | Artist Interview
Orem Library is pleased to present Hooray for Strong Women, an exhibit of encaustic painting by local artist Cynthia Clark from February 14 to May 13 in the Children's Wing. Cindy is often
How to Make a Dragon | Lunar New Year
At the end of a Children’s staff meeting last November, department head Rita Christensen mentioned her long-time dream of hanging a giant Chinese parade dragon for Lunar New Year. Enter me:
Help Wanted! | Join the Library Advisory Commission
Do you love the Orem Public Library? The city of Orem is currently taking applications for the Library Advisory Commission.
Author Interview with Adam Berg
Adam Berg, writer, actor, and author of two young adult fantasy novels, will be speaking at the Orem Library on January 11.
Orem Library Volunteer | Behind the Shelves
All true bibliophiles know that there is no experience more relaxing than wandering the shelves of a library and spending time basking in that “Old Book Smell”. But for many of
Orem City Art Collection | New Digital Resource
The Orem Public Library offers community members many wonderful resources, from fiction and nonfiction book titles for all ages, one of the best movie and music collections in the state, a
Where to Take Book Donations | Behind the Shelves
Spring cleaning? Too many books and not enough space? Wondering where to take your book donations? The Orem Public Library accepts donations of gently used books and media items. We have
Orem Library’s Hidden Gems | Behind the Shelves
From the minute I walked through the doors of Orem Public Library 21 years ago, I have been in love! From the very beginning, I was impressed by the almost 63,000 sq. feet of uniquely
They Painted in the Canyons | Artist Interview
They Painted in the Canyons, a traveling photography exhibit from the Utah State Division of Arts and Museums, will be on display from April 15 to May 18 in the Children's Wing.
Happy 105th Birthday, Beverly Cleary!
It’s a wonderful name, isn’t it? Beverly Cleary. It’s homespun with gold around the edges. You can’t help but smile as you say it.
National Library Week | How to Request an Item for Purchase
Did you know that as a patron of the Orem Public Library you can suggest the library purchase an item you would like to see in the library collection? Patron suggestions are a great resource
All About Library Hall | Frequently Asked Questions
After years of planning, preparation, hard work, and many generous donations and contributions from our community, we are thrilled to announce that the Library Hall is complete and ready to