Oakland Nature Preserve in need of books

The preserve said its lending library almost is empty.

By Leticia Silva
| 8:14 p.m. April 1, 2026

West Orange Times & Observer
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The Oakland Nature Preserve is asking the community for help.

Its lending library, located on the preserve's porch, almost is empty.

ONP asks anyone with gently-used books to help restock the library.

The preserve is accepting books for all ages and genres, and those can be dropped off in the library itself, or with a staff member in the office.

"Let's share the love of reading," ONP posted.

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Leticia Silva

Staff writer Leticia Silva is a graduate from the University of Central Florida. As a child, her dream was to become a journalist. Now, her dream is a reality. On her free time she enjoys beach trips, trying new restaurants and spending time with her family and dog.