Library

Join us in The Kershaw Garden after Michael Rayner's magic show to kick-off Summer Reading! There will be lawn games, fun activities, and Kona Ice for a refreshing treat. This event is free and for all ages.

Described as “preposterous brilliance” and “whacky jugglement,” a combination of hilarious juggling tricks and stunts with uproarious stand-up and a bounty of improvised fun for all ages. This hilarious show will make everyone laugh (yes, even adults!).

Kids will learn about dinosaurs in this interactive and funny puppet show.

Age 3 and older.

Learn about the history of Orange County on Sunday, April 28 when the great-grandson of Lewis and Nellie Gail Moulton, Jared Mathis, discusses the development of Orange County.

The free event takes place at 2 pm in the City Hall Council Chamber at 200 Civic Center.

Please complete the following form to request a library tour. Please note tours are usually held on Friday mornings and are subject to staff availability.

Enjoy a special, one-of-a-kind storytime performance with our underwater guest, Marigold the Mermaid! Dressing up is encouraged, and stick around for the chance to take photos with Marigold!

To register, email libraryprograms@cityofmissionviejo.org

The Tortured Poets Department releases April 19. Are you ready for it? Put on your cardigan and come make friendship bracelets and other Swiftie-themed crafts to celebrate TS 11! Brush up on your Taylor trivia and find out if you REALLY know her lyrics. 

This program is for all ages! No registration needed.

The Mission Viejo Library is hosting a “Fancy Nancy Tea Party” with illustrator Robin Preiss Glasser on Saturday, April 20 at 11 am.

Dress in your fanciest clothes or casually for a morning of refreshments, crafts, and lessons on how to be fancy.

Following the activities, Glasser will sign books available for purchase at the event through the Whale Of A Tale Children’s Bookshoppe. This event is free and open for all ages in the Storytime Room and The Kershaw Garden at 100 Civic Center.