Summer Reading Club Magic in Armstrong
Summer Reading Club (SRC) at the Armstrong Branch has been a whirlwind of colour, creativity, and clever guesses—and the fun isn’t over yet! From guessing games to art projects to…
Summer Reading Club: Hurry, There’s Still Time!
Wondering how to join the ORL’s Summer Reading Club? Good news—it’s easy, peasy, totally free and super fun! And no, you don’t need a library card to participate… but why…
Tech Savvy Seniors: Library Resources for Lifelong Learning
Whether you’re sharing your first social post or exploring advanced online research tools, it’s never too late to learn something new. At the ORL, we believe technology should feel empowering,…
Honoring National Acadian Day (August 15) with the ORL
On August 15, communities across Canada celebrate National Acadian Day—a vibrant tribute to cultural identity. This year, the ORL marks the occasion by showcasing resources that connect our community to…
Big Plans, Bright Future: A New Chapter for North Shuswap
The rebuild has begun! We’re thrilled to announce that construction is officially underway on our brand-new Okanagan Regional Library North Shuswap branch. This permanent space will be purpose-built to meet…
The Downtown KL Branch in Lilliput: We’ve Gone (Adorably) Tiny
It’s official: the ORL is now part of a magical tiny world where everything’s little… except our love of libraries! The Downtown Kelowna Branch has been immortalized—adorably—in miniature at Little…
Super Librarian Barbie: From Toy Bin to Tastemaker
Picture it: a dusty thrift store bin. A plastic action figure, mildly scuffed, moderately poseable, entirely overlooked. Then came a library card and a creative Maker Educator with a cool…
Why Emancipation Day Matters in Canada
August 1 marks Emancipation Day in Canada, the date the Slavery Abolition Act of 1833 came into effect across the British Empire in 1834. Officially recognized by the House of…
8 Inspiring Audiobooks to Power Your Next Workout
Move Your Body, Feed Your Mind Some days, hitting the gym or heading out for a walk feels like a breeze. Other days, just lacing up your shoes is the…
Understanding Disability Pride
Every year in July, Disability Pride Month celebrates persons who experience disability, their identities and culture, and their positive contributions to society. The event aims to change the way people…