Posts by S. Jones

Summer Reads, Community Impact: Shop the June Friends of the Library Book Sale

Some books are destined for a second chapter. This June, the Kelowna Friends of the Library invite readers to discover pre-loved books, puzzles, and games while helping fund the programs…

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Win a Kobo! Adult Summer Reading Club 2026

From beach reads and backyard page-turners to audiobooks on road trips, summer has a way of creating a little extra space for stories. The Okanagan Regional Library’s Adult Summer Reading…

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Discover Pride Month Picks on Kanopy

June is Pride Month, and Kanopy’s Celebrate Pride Month collection offers a thoughtful lineup of films, documentaries, and stories exploring identity, creativity, friendship, family, and community. Whether you enjoy heartfelt…

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Beyond the Expected: Contemporary Indigenous Storytelling in Canada

National Indigenous History Month is an opportunity to explore stories, histories, and voices from Indigenous creators across Canada. This year, we’re taking a slightly different route through the collection. Instead…

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Summer Reading Club 2026 Is Making Waves!

Something big is making waves at the ORL! Summer Reading Club 2026 begins June 15, and this year’s theme is Under the Sea. From glowing twilight waters to mysterious ocean…

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From Gallery Walls to Library Shelves: New VPAG Exhibitions, New Reading List

The Okanagan Regional Library (ORL) and the Vernon Public Art Gallery (VPAG) are once again connecting gallery walls with library shelves through a newly curated reading list inspired by VPAG’s…

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Explore Stories from Around the World with LOTE4Kids

From bedtime stories in Punjabi to video read-alongs in American Sign Language (ASL), LOTE4Kids brings thousands of children’s stories from around the world to the ORL’s Online Resources. Whether your…

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Asian Heritage Month: Stories to Explore, Voices to Celebrate

Asian Heritage Month offers an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the many cultures, histories, and contributions of people of Asian descent in Canada. It’s also a chance to explore the…

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Meet Jennifer Cooper: Stories of Strength, Sport, and Changing the Game

There’s something exciting about meeting an author, especially when their stories are full of bold ideas, big energy, and a willingness to challenge the rules. This spring, the ORL’s Youth…

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Staff Picks: Books We Love This Spring

There’s something about spring that pairs perfectly with a good story, a comfortable reading spot, and the promise of “just one more chapter.” Our staff have been browsing the shelves…

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