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 recognize the vital role libraries play in protecting access to…
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 not fall in love with learning? The Okanagan Regional Library…
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, and a healthy dose of silliness make it a favourite…
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 the steady, behind-the-scenes work that helps make those spaces possible.…
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 did just that. During the in-person activity, children stepped into…
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 ABCPLD is a professional association that represents public library systems…
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 the most memorable children’s stories. Put together by the ORL’s…
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 topics, and organize ideas. But if you’ve ever felt disappointed…
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 Charter of Rights and Freedoms, which protects fundamental freedoms of…
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. To mark the month, ORL librarians have curated several ORL…