Charter Day: Understanding the Rights That Shape Canada
What does it mean to have rights and freedoms protected by law? Charter Day, observed on April 17, offers a moment to consider this question and reflect on one of…
From Tide Pools to Tree Canopies: Meet Illustrator Jana Curll Online
There’s something special about seeing how a story comes to life through lines, colour, and imagination. This spring, the ORL invites young readers and curious creators to step inside the…
April Reads a Little Differently. It’s Poetry Month!
April invites a more reflective kind of reading. A few lines at a time. A pause between pages. An image that lingers. National Poetry Month is a chance to explore…
From Gallery Walls to Library Shelves: the ORL and VPAG in Conversation
Art opens doors between people, ideas, and experiences we might not otherwise encounter. Through a new collaboration with the Vernon Public Art Gallery (VPAG), the ORL connects exhibitions with curated…
Now Printing at the ORL: Meet the Bambu Lab X1C 3D Printer
From concept to creation, there’s a moment when imagination turns tangible. With the arrival of our new Bambu Lab X1C 3D Printer, that step becomes faster and more precise. The…
A Generous Gift for Every Branch: Thank You to the Friends of the Library!
Libraries grow with their communities in many ways: through new ideas, shared experiences, and the steady support of people who believe in what they offer. The Okanagan Regional Library is…
North Shuswap Branch Celebrates Grand Opening
The Okanagan Regional Library’s North Shuswap Branch officially celebrated its grand opening on 11 March in Scotch Creek, welcoming an enthusiastic crowd of community members, supporters, and local partners. After…
What’s Your Favourite Pi?
Every year on 14 March, math lovers around the world celebrate Pi Day—a playful tribute to the mathematical constant π (pi). The date works perfectly in the month/day format because…
All the Feels Winter Reading Challenge: Congrats to Our Winners!
The ORL’s All the Feels Winter Reading Challenge wrapped up at the end of January, and we’re delighted to announce our prize winners. Congratulations to: R. Wilson, the Mission Branch…
ParentTV Is Here: Expert Parenting Videos, On Demand
Raising children comes with a lot of questions, and with help from your library the answers are only a few minutes away. The Okanagan Regional Library is pleased to introduce…