You’re Invited! The Librarians Film Screening and Panel Discussion
Freedom to Read Week is a time to celebrate the right of Canadians to read what they choose, and to…
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Our Valentine Is A Love Of Learning
Valentine’s Day usually focuses on roses and romance. But there are many kinds of love worth celebrating. This year, why…
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Love The Princess In Black? Try These Next!
If The Princess in Black is on constant repeat at your house, you’re not alone. Brave heroes, secret identities, monsters,…
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The Quiet Work Behind Great Libraries
When people think about libraries, they often picture shelves of books, quiet tables, and welcoming public spaces. Less visible is…
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A Big Thank You to Summerland’s Kid Café Crew
Family Literacy Day is all about showing how learning can happen through everyday experiences, and the Summerland Branch’s Kid Café…
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Advocating for Libraries: The ORL CEO’s New Provincial Leadership Role
The ORL’s CEO, Danielle Hubbard, has been elected Vice Chair of the Association of BC Public Library Directors (ABCPLD). The…
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Soup’s On: Cozy Stories for Soup-er Kids!
Soup’s on! From overflowing cooking pots to flying spoons, soup (for some reason?) has a habit of turning up in…
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AI Introduction: Clearer Questions Equal Better Answers
Artificial intelligence tools are becoming part of everyday life. People are using them to plan trips, write emails, explore new…
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From Charter to Checkout: The Responsibility of Freedom
Freedom to read is often discussed as a right—and it is. In Canada, that right is rooted in the Canadian…
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Black History Month Reads at the ORL
Black History Month invites readers to explore stories, histories, and voices that reflect the depth and diversity of Black experience.…
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Come On Down! (The Benefits of Just Being Here)
Screens are a constant part of daily life. They help us learn, work, and stay connected, but they also mean…
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Safer Internet Day: Building Healthy Digital Habits Together
Safer Internet Day on 10 February 2026 is a global reminder that the internet can be a powerful tool when…
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New Year, New Skills: Top Online Learning Tools to Try Now
A new year often inspires us to try something different. Your ORL library card provides free access to Online Resources…
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Dig Into Your Roots: Genealogy Resources at the ORL
Curious about where your story begins? Whether you’re tracing a single family line or mapping out generations, genealogy research is…
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Celebrate Family Literacy Day with the ORL
Family Literacy Day is the perfect chance to slow down, share a story, and try something new together. This year’s…
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January at the ORL: Fun Programs to Brighten Your New Year
The New Year has arrived, and ORL branches are buzzing with programs that spark creativity, connection, and curiosity! Whether you’re…
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Most Anticipated Fiction of 2026: 15 Exciting New Reads
A brand-new reading year is here, and 2026 is poised to be brilliant for book lovers. From blockbuster thrillers to…
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From Gallery Walls to Library Shelves: The ORL and the Vernon Public Art Gallery
This winter, the ORL and the Vernon Public Art Gallery are working together to connect visual art with reading, learning,…
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Monster Readers, Meet Your Prize Draw Winners!
November’s Monster Reader Card Drive brought out some seriously creative creatures, and we’re thrilled to announce the winners of our…
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Helping Young Readers Build Confidence, One Page at a Time
Reading doesn’t look the same for everyone, and that’s okay. For some readers, building confidence takes time. Whether you’re supporting…
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No Words Just Awesome Amazing Creative (Card Drive) Monsters!
…actually a few words: a great big THANK YOU to everyone who visited their library during our annual Card Drive…
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Managing Your Library Holds During the Holiday Closure
As the holidays approach, we want to help you plan ahead for the Okanagan Regional Library’s Christmas and New Year’s…
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Top Books of 2025: Your Most Borrowed Reads of the Year
Looking for great reads this holiday season? Begin your search with the ORL’s most borrowed books of 2025! This year’s…
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Top Junior Reads of 2025: The Books Kids Borrowed Most
What did young readers at the ORL love most this year? A mix of heartfelt adventures, big feels, and plenty…
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ORL Board Advances Accessibility Policy Updates
Kelowna, BC — 20 November 2025 — The Board of the Okanagan Regional Library (the ORL) advanced the ORL’s ongoing…
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Library Closed, Libby Open: Enjoy the ORL During Christmas Break
Season’s Greetings! The Okanagan Regional Library’s branches will be closed for our Christmas and New Year’s Extended Closure from Tuesday,…
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BC Libraries Present: The Certainty Illusion with Timothy Caulfield
In today’s world, separating fact from fiction has never felt more challenging. BC Libraries Present invites you to an important…
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Radio Waves and Reading Raves with Our Monster Readers
Monster Readers Wanted! Do you have a little book monster at home? Someone who loves to sink their teeth into…
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Celebrating 35 Years with the ORL: Debra’s Story
In August 2025, the Okanagan Regional Library (ORL) proudly celebrated an extraordinary milestone: 35 years of service by Keremeos Branch…
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Cory Doctorow on “Enshittification”: Understanding (and Fixing) the Internet
The ORL’s Salmon Arm Branch and BC Libraries Present invite you to a livestreamed author talk with Cory Doctorow and…
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Kaboom! An Online Story Time With Children’s Book Author Jessica Kulekjian
What makes a volcano go kaboom? Find out in this lively online Story Time with author Jessica Kulekjian, featuring her…
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Monster Readers Wanted!
Do you have a little book monster at home? Someone who loves to sink their teeth into a good story?…
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Smart Fun: Why Kids (and Parents!) Love Minecraft Education
Video games can be powerful learning tools for children, and Minecraft Education Edition proves it. Now available on in-branch ORL…
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Small Steps, Big Impact: Discover Climate Action Week at the ORL
Want to give back to the planet and learn about sustainability? This Climate Action Week, explore stories that inspire hope,…
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New Board Books Our Head of Youth Services Loves
Looking for your next great read-aloud with baby? Our Head of Youth Services has you covered with her personal picks…
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Children’s Author Maureen Fergus – Laughs, Weenies, and Whiskers!
Love giggles, guffaws, and goofy grins? Then you won’t want to miss our upcoming online author visit with Maureen Fergus,…
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Books That Start Conversations: Great Reads for Book Clubs
Looking for a book that keeps the discussion going long after the last page? These 2024–2025 titles are packed with…
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Conversation: Elamin Abdelmahmoud’s new non-fiction Elbows Up! On Canadian Resistance
The ORL’s Salmon Arm Branch and BC Libraries Present invite you to an in-person and Livestreamed author talk with Elamin…
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Find Chilly Drafts Before Winter Does: Borrow a Home Energy Kit
As the days get cooler, it’s the perfect time to make sure your home is ready for winter. Borrow a…
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Join Massey Lecturer Alex Neve for a Conversation on Human Rights
The ORL’s Salmon Arm Branch and BC Libraries Present invite you to attend an inspiring evening with Alex Neve, human…
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Kaleden: A Cozy, Welcoming Library Makeover
The Kaleden Branch has turned a new page! Following a thoughtful renovation, the library now offers an updated circulation desk,…
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Chance to Win a Kobo Clara with our All The Feels Winter Challenge!
Warm up your winter and enter for a chance to win a Kobo Clara eReader by joining the ORL’s Adult…
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Hey Kids! Meet Author-Illustrator Cale Atkinson: Ghosts, Giggles, and Super Business!
What happens when your best friend is a ghost who just got a big promotion? Find out with Cale Atkinson,…
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Celebrate Women’s History Month with Reading that Inspires
Every October, Canada celebrates Women’s History Month, a time to honour the women and girls who’ve helped shape our communities,…
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School Library Visits – Bring Your Class to the Library!
When teachers and librarians work together, powerful things happen. Regular access to libraries plays an important role in developing lifelong…
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Sunday Hours Return in Vernon and Downtown Kelowna
Good news for weekend readers and learners—Sundays are back at our Vernon and Downtown Kelowna branches! Vernon Branch: Open Sundays…
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Summer Reading Club 2025: A Story Worth Sharing
What a summer! Thanks to thousands of enthusiastic kids, teens, and families, this year’s Summer Reading Club (SRC) was another…
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Save the Date for Friends of the Library’s 35th Great Okanagan Book Sale!
Book lovers, this one’s for you! The Friends of the Library’s 35th Annual Fall Great Okanagan Book Sale is back…
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ORL Advocates for Libraries at Union of BC Municipalities
The Okanagan Regional Library recently joined mayors, councillors, and provincial leaders at the Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) conference in…
Read MoreTemporary Suspension of Interlibrary Loan Service
Due to the ongoing Canada Post strike, the Okanagan Regional Library is unable to ship Interlibrary Loan (ILL) materials and…
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