All ORL Branches are closed on statutory holidays
Outside book returns are open 24/7 except for holiday closures. Inside book return is open.
6 stations available: 5 with 60 minute maximum, 1 with 30 minute maximum.
All of our online resources are available 24/7 and can be accessed remotely using your library pass.
Click this link to search for a space in the Summerland branch
Friday February 14th | 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM | Drop in | All ages
Find a station to explore and let the fun begin! Children love learning through play with our hands-on Library of Things Kits. Our Ozobot is a small robot that teaches children coding concepts and creative play. Colby is a mouse that always gets giggles scurrying for the cheese. Everyone welcome to Stay and Play on Pro-D Day! Refreshments provided
Saturday February 22 | 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM | For children ages 8-12 years old
Join us for a thrilling Virtual Reality Epic Coasters adventure! Feel the rush as you ride exciting roller coasters without leaving the library. Click here to register: Fun with S.T.E.A.M / VR Epic Coasters
Wednesdays | January 15 to March 5 | Drop In | 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
For ages 3 1/2 to 5 years old. Drop in for a lively Story Time with songs, puppets, and rhymes. Promote early literacy with your preschooler.
Thursdays | January 16 to March 6 | Drop In | 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
For children ages 2 and 3 years old with an adult caregiver. Time to get the wiggles out with stories, songs and lots of movement with your toddler.
Fridays | January 17 to March 7 | Drop In | 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
For newborn babies to 2 years old with an adult caregiver. Gentle lullabies, soothing songs, and a joy filled lap bounce for you and baby. Meet other parents and let the babies play together!
Thursday afternoons 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM | Weekly | Ages 12-16 | Drop In
Meet up for a D&D board game afternoon at the library. Come explore mystical lands, embark on daring quests and battle fearsome dragons! Tailored for young adventurers ages 12-16.
Saturday February 15th | 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM | Drop in
As part of the One Book, All Communities program, read the Giller Prize-winning “The Sleeping Car Porter” and join fellow booklovers in exploring this triumphant historical fiction novel’s themes of race, identity, and resilience. Share insights, ask questions, and connect with your community.
Pour a cup of coffee, grab a cookie and join the discussion of this month's book "Sleeping Car Porter" by Suzette Mayr. Order your copy here: Sleeping Car Porter
Thursday February 13th | 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM | Registration required
Join us as we walk through the different types of representative agreements and resources that Home Health can provide. Bring you lunch or snack, refreshments will be provided. Everyone welcome to attend! Held in partnership with Interior Health. Click here to register: February Lunch and Learn
Tuesday evenings 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM | Weekly | All Ages | Registration required
Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned player, the Summerland Chess Club welcomes you! Join players of all ages for a friendly match against fellow chess enthusiasts. It's more than a game, it's a mental workout that sharpens your focus and puts patience to the test. Register by email: huanpham@hotmail.com
Weekly on Wednesdays and Saturdays | 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Beginner's welcome! Bring your knitting or crochet project for a crafty afternoon with a great bunch of local knitters. All ages can attend and a pot of tea is always brewing.
Weekly on Tuesday afternoons | 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Gather with people who are passionate about textile arts to share ideas, techniques and inspiration. All skill levels welcome. All ages, drop in.
Available during branch open hours | All Ages
Open up the cupboard and choose a jigsaw puzzle to take home. Puzzles for beginners and experts.
Adult Study Room is open with a capacity for 6 people. Reserve up to twice a week, two hour maximum.
Community Room is open with a capacity for 10 people. Reserve up to twice a week, two hour maximum.
Meeting Place is open and available to rent with a capacity for 50 people. Call or visit the branch for more information.
We have 5 computer stations with a 60 minute maximum time limit. 1 computer station with 30 minute time limit.
Printing and scan to e-mail is available, .25 per page.
A small but dedicated group of people who volunteer at library events and programs. Proceeds from the sale of donated books are used to help fund children's and adult programs as well as to support the popular Summer Reading Club.
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