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Plant a Seed, Read!

Readers of all ages are invited to join our Summer Reading Programs filled with books, fun, and chances to win prizes all summer long.

  • Do Art Productions Assembly
    Do Art Productions Assembly
    Jun 24, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    Methodist Church Activity Center, 1111 4th St, Orion, IL 61273, USA
    Discover creativity and digital art in this engaging presentation.
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  • Do Art Productions Digital Art Workshop
    Do Art Productions Digital Art Workshop
    Jun 24, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
    Western District Library, 1111 4th St, Orion, IL 61273, USA
    REGISTRATION REQUIRED! Beginner-friendly digital art workshop. Limited to 10 participants unless bringing your own iPad with Procreate or GIMP. Please contact or visit the library to sign up.
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  • Yarns (Afternoon)
    Yarns (Afternoon)
    Jun 24, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
    Western District Library, 1111 4th St, Orion, IL 61273, USA
    Bring your current project and settle in for a relaxed time of crafting and conversation! Whether you knit, crochet, needlepoint, or just want to learn, all skill levels are welcome. New to yarn crafts? We’re happy to help you get started. Come hang out, create, and connect!
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  • Reading Circle Story Time
    Reading Circle Story Time
    Jun 24, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    Western District Library, 1111 4th St, Orion, IL 61273, USA
    A fun and supportive space where young readers can read a book out loud to the group. It’s the perfect opportunity for kids to practice their reading skills and build public speaking confidence in front of friends!
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  • Beaded Plant Workshop
    Beaded Plant Workshop
    Jun 24, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
    Western District Library, 1111 4th St, Orion, IL 61273, USA
    REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Join us for an adult craft program where Jessica Lerminez will teach the art of making beaded plants. Create your own cute, decorative potted plant while learning techniques you can use again for future projects. Please call or visit the library to sign up.
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  • Yarns (Evening)
    Yarns (Evening)
    Jun 24, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
    Western District Library, 1111 4th St, Orion, IL 61273, USA
    Bring your current project and settle in for a relaxed time of crafting and conversation! Whether you knit, crochet, needlepoint, or just want to learn, all skill levels are welcome. New to yarn crafts? We’re happy to help you get started. Come hang out, create, and connect!
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  • River Explorers!
    River Explorers!
    Wed, Jul 08
    Jul 08, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    Methodist Church Activity Center, 1111 4th St, Orion, IL 61273, USA
    Explore the Upper Mississippi River, wildlife, trade, and the lives of early explorers.
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  • Paws & Pages
    Paws & Pages
    Fri, Jul 17
    Jul 17, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
    Orion, 1111 4th St, Orion, IL 61273, USA
    It's always a great time when QCCAN (Quad Cities Canine Assistance Network) comes to the library! Join us and read to a dog!
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  • Dragon Training Academy
    Dragon Training Academy
    Jul 22, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    Methodist Church Activity Center, 1111 4th St, Orion, IL 61273, USA
    Train to become a dragon expert in this high-energy, interactive fantasy adventure featuring animatronic dragons!
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  • Ocean Odyssey
    Ocean Odyssey
    Wed, Jul 29
    Jul 29, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    Methodist Church Activity Center, 1111 4th St, Orion, IL 61273, USA
    Meet live ocean animals and experience a live stingray touch encounter.
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  • End of Summer Reading Program
    End of Summer Reading Program
    Jul 31, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    Western District Library, 1111 4th St, Orion, IL 61273, USA
    Last day to turn in all reading logs!
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