Valentine’s Day usually focuses on roses and romance. But there are many kinds of love worth celebrating. This year, why not fall in love with learning?
The Okanagan Regional Library is full of opportunities to discover something new. Whether you’re curious about technology, eager to try a creative hobby, or ready to build a new skill, there’s something waiting for you on our shelves, online, or in one of our community spaces.
The ORL’s Makerspaces offer hands-on access to equipment and tools that invite experimentation and creativity. From digital design to crafting projects, these spaces are designed to help you explore ideas and turn curiosity into action. You don’t need to be an expert. You just need an interest.
Explore the Library of Things.
Sometimes falling in love begins with trying something unexpected. The ORL’s Library of Things lets you borrow items that support learning, creativity, and practical solutions to modern life’s perennial pesky predicaments (Radon Detector, anyone?). Our Library of Things is also a practical way to test out a new hobby or skill before committing to it long term.
Browse the ORL’s Digital Collection and Online Resources.
The ORL’s Digital Collection offers ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines, while our online resources open the door to research tools, language learning, and skill-building platforms. If you’ve been meaning to learn a new language, refresh a résumé, or explore a personal interest, this is a great place to begin.
Take a class or attend an event.
The ORL’s events and programs connect curious minds across the region. Workshops, talks, and community gatherings offer opportunities to learn alongside others, share ideas, and discover new perspectives. Sometimes the spark comes from simply showing up.
Learning doesn’t have to be formal or complicated. It can begin with a single question, a borrowed tool, or a program that catches your attention. This Valentine’s season, consider what you might fall for next. A new skill. A creative outlet. A fresh way of thinking. The ORL is here to help you discover it.
Need More Help?
Call us at 1-844-649-8127 or email help@orl.bc.ca. Please include as many details as you can about your question, account, or device—this helps us support you more quickly and accurately.
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