Mission Viejo Library & Cultural Services

Mission Viejo Library & Cultural Services This library branch was operated by the Orange County Public Library System and was approximately 9,000 square feet in size.

A Brief History of the Mission Viejo Library

A library to serve Mission Viejo was built in 1971 by the County of Orange on land donated by the Mission Viejo Company. As Mission Viejo grew, and incorporated in 1988, this small library branch quickly became too small to serve a community of over 60,000. In 1995, the Mission Viejo City Council successfully negotiated with the Orange County Board of

Supervisors to withdraw from the county library system and operate its own city library. Ground for the new Mission Viejo Library was broken in September 1996, and the new 27,500 square foot library opened to the public in October 1997. In October 2000, the Mission Viejo City Council voted to approve construction of a 14,400 square foot expansion to the Mission Viejo Library. This project was completed in March 2002 to bring the Library to its present size. Library & Cultural Services Vision - Helping our community thrive

The Mission Viejo Public Library and Cultural Services...

is recognized as a premier resource for educational support: self-directed learning, and literacy
delivers invaluable tools for building the community’s prosperity
anticipates community challenges and responds with creativity and innovation
is a welcoming community gathering place and a cornerstone of family, education, cultural, and civic life
bases all service decisions on customer needs and preferences
is a forward-thinking organization that maximizes the potential of each employee

Celebrate the end of our Summer Reading Program at the Sweet Summer Send-Off. All ages are invited to join us for a swee...
07/21/2026

Celebrate the end of our Summer Reading Program at the Sweet Summer Send-Off. All ages are invited to join us for a sweet afternoon of fun that includes activities and ice cream on Thursday, July 30 at 3:30 pm in the Friends Storytime Room.

Introducing: Pen Pals 4 Seniors! Did you know that a simple, cheerful note can completely brighten a senior citizen's we...
07/15/2026

Introducing: Pen Pals 4 Seniors!

Did you know that a simple, cheerful note can completely brighten a senior citizen's week?

Local high school senior Ellie has launched a new initiative right here at our library called Pen Pals 4 Seniors. Our mission is to bring joy, warmth, and a sense of connection to elderly residents living in local nursing homes and assisted living facilities through handmade letters.

How YOU Can Participate:

It’s easy! The next time you visit the library, stop by our dedicated Pen Pals 4 Seniors mailboxes located in the children’s and teen areas. Drop in a cheerful card, a drawing, or a kind note to let our local seniors know the community is thinking of them.

Quick Writing Tips:

Keep it positive: Share a favorite story, a drawing, a poem, or a description of a fun hobby.

Make it readable: Write clearly and use a large font.

Sign off simply: Use your first name only (e.g., "Your friend, Sarah").

Please leave envelopes unsealed so our team can screen letters for safety before delivery!

Want to write letters together?

If you are a student in grades 6-12 looking to give back and earn community service hours, join us at the library on Thursday, July 23, 6-8 pm for the Teen Volunteer Club for a letter-making workshop.

Let’s come together to fill our mailboxes and spread kindness across our community. See you at the library!

This week's Staff Book Pick is from Library and Cultural Services Supervisor Claire:“102” by Matthew Cordell is about a ...
07/08/2026

This week's Staff Book Pick is from Library and Cultural Services Supervisor Claire:

“102” by Matthew Cordell is about a young boy with a fever is suddenly awakened in the middle of the night by a talking cricket. Before he knows it, he is shrunken down to miniature size. With the cricket as his trusty guide, the duo sets off on a tiny-sized adventure throughout the boy’s house. Along their journey, they encounter various animals, and the boy gradually uncovers the true meaning of his quest. But the question lingers: is this experience real or just a dream? Readers will be left to ponder this mystery, while also feeling a sense of whimsy and warmth.

To learn more about this title or place a hold, visit out online catalog: https://catalog.cmvl.org/client/en_US/default/search/results?qu=102&te=

Unique Mission Viejo Parade Opportunity Available!The Mission Viejo Library is looking for 5 to 10 elementary and middle...
07/06/2026

Unique Mission Viejo Parade Opportunity Available!

The Mission Viejo Library is looking for 5 to 10 elementary and middle school aged children to help kick off the upcoming Mission Viejo Parade on Saturday, July 11.

The group of children will recite the Pledge of Allegiance at the parade’s start. Call time is 8:15 am with the performance at 8:55 am.

For more information or to sign up your child, email [email protected].

Family Jungle Arts & Crafts Adventure at the Potocki Center for the Arts! Bring the whole family for a fun-filled aftern...
07/02/2026

Family Jungle Arts & Crafts Adventure at the Potocki Center for the Arts!

Bring the whole family for a fun-filled afternoon of creativity in our beautiful outdoor classroom! Kids and their grown-ups will enjoy making several easy, hands-on jungle-themed crafts together, including colorful tropical birds, leafy insect creations, and playful geckos.

No artistic experience is needed, just bring your imagination! It's the perfect opportunity to spend quality time together, get creative, and make fun keepsakes to take home. We can't wait to see your family's colorful jungle creations come to life!

Thursday, July 9 | #163525 | 3pm-4:30pm | Fee $5 | All Ages

This week's staff book pick comes from librarian Juan!Take trip to unique view of America’s past with “Lackadaisy” by Tr...
07/01/2026

This week's staff book pick comes from librarian Juan!

Take trip to unique view of America’s past with “Lackadaisy” by Tracy Butler! Originally a webcomic, this graphic novel takes us to America’s Prohibition era into a world populated by bootlegger cats! Join Freckle, Rocky, and Ivy as they try to keep the speakeasy they call home, the Lackadaisy, well stocked and alive from rival gangs, the police, and themselves! Soon to be developed into an animated series on Youtube!

To learn more about this title or to place a hold, visit our online catalog: https://catalog.cmvl.org/client/en_US/default/search/detailnonmodal/ent:$002f$002fSD_ILS$002f0$002fSD_ILS:253531/one?qu=Lackadaisy

STEAM Fest featuring Science Heads – Thursday, June 25 from 3 to 6 pm. All ages are invited to learn about asteroids, vi...
06/23/2026

STEAM Fest featuring Science Heads – Thursday, June 25 from 3 to 6 pm.

All ages are invited to learn about asteroids, visit the onsite mobile observatory, enjoy out-of-this-world crafts, test your space knowledge and more.

Join us in the City Hall Council Chamber at 3 pm for a NASA Solar System Ambassador presentation on asteroids and our planetary defense system.

Afterwards, join us in The Kershaw Garden from 4-6 pm for daytime viewing in the Science Heads mobile astronomical observatory.

Free. No registration required. Doors open at 2:45 pm. 200 Civic Center.

Meet the Author: Laura Kamoie This Friday, June 19 5:30 pm Celebrate America 250 with bestselling author Laura Kamoie as...
06/15/2026

Meet the Author: Laura Kamoie
This Friday, June 19 5:30 pm

Celebrate America 250 with bestselling author Laura Kamoie as she discusses “A Founding Mother.” This sweeping historical novel explores the life and legacy of Abigail Adams and her role in shaping a young nation.

Books will be available for purchase.

Tomorrow is the big day! Join us at the Potocki Center for the Arts for our Midsummer Nights Ball.Festivities will start...
06/13/2026

Tomorrow is the big day! Join us at the Potocki Center for the Arts for our Midsummer Nights Ball.

Festivities will start at 6 pm on Sunday, June 14th. Enjoy live music, crafts, special vendors, dance lessons, and more!

Parking may be limited. Overflow parking is available at Newhart Middle School which is a 5 minute walk away from the venue. Please refer to the image for parking location and walking route.

Discover the magic of Cyanotype, one of the earliest photographic printing processes, and create beautiful, blue-toned a...
06/11/2026

Discover the magic of Cyanotype, one of the earliest photographic printing processes, and create beautiful, blue-toned artwork that you'll be proud to frame and display. In this hands-on class, you'll learn how to coat paper with light-sensitive solutions, arrange objects and images to create unique compositions, expose your artwork to sunlight, and develop stunning prints in water.

Whether you're an experienced artist or simply curious to try something new, this class offers a fun and creative introduction to a fascinating art form.

The workshop is next week, so if you've been thinking about signing up, now is the perfect time to reserve your spot before the remaining spaces are filled!

A $20 materials fee is payable directly to the instructor.

Monday, June 15 | 1-3:30pm | Fee $40 | Ages 18+

https://www.missionviejo.gov/departments/arts-culture/art-classes

Address

100 Civic Center
Mission Viejo, CA
92691

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 9pm
Tuesday 10am - 9pm
Wednesday 10am - 9pm
Thursday 10am - 9pm
Friday 1pm - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

Telephone

+19498307100

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