Irvine Public Libraries Transition Plan
Update on Irvine Library Location hours:
As of April 1, the County of Orange has reduced service hours at the Heritage Park, University Park, and Katie Wheeler Library locations. Through May 15, library service hours are:
- Monday-Thursday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
- Friday-Saturday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
- Sunday: closed
From May 16–June 30, the County will close Heritage Park and University Park facilities to complete the transfer of services. From May 16–June 30, the Katie Wheeler Library will continue to operate at the above reduced hours. From July 1–December 31, 2025, the County of Orange will close the Katie Wheeler Library to finalize the facility transition. The City anticipates opening the Katie Wheeler Library in early 2026.
The anticipated opening date of the Heritage Park and University Park Library locations is Monday, August 4.
For detailed information about the creation of the Irvine Public Library System and the transition from the County of Orange, please visit our Irvine Public Library Project Background website.
Residents of Irvine may continue to access any of the Orange County Public Library (OCPL) sites during and after the transition. For more information on OCPL hours, locations, and services, visit ocpl.org.
