SRC 2026: Meet JAWS, Superhero of the Reef
Three hundred teeth. No bones. Ready to come face-to-face with one of the ocean’s most misunderstood creatures? This summer, the ORL’s Summer Reading Club invites families to dive beneath the…
SRC 2026: Bob “The Fossil Guy” on Giant Sharks and Five-Eyed Wonders
Some adventures begin with a treasure map. Bob O’Donnell’s began with an extraordinary rock. This summer, families visiting the Okanagan Regional Library’s Summer Reading Club events can meet Bob “The…
Renew Your Library Card Online with eRenew
No phone call. No trip to the branch. No waiting in line. The Okanagan Regional Library is pleased to introduce eRenew, a new online service that allows eligible patrons to…
SRC Fun: Events, Activities, Prizes, and Adventures Await!
Summer Reading Club 2026 has officially begun! And while reading is at the heart of Summer Reading Club, this summer is also packed with exciting events, creative activities, online presentations,…
Congratulations, Dawn!
Great libraries are created by great people, and the ORL is fortunate to have many dedicated staff members making a difference in their communities every day. This month, we’re delighted…
ORL Maker Tour: Explore the STEM Secrets of the Sea
This summer, the ORL’s Makerspace team is hitting the road. From 6 July to 19 August, the Maker Tour will travel to every ORL branch, bringing a special Under the…
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…
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…
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…
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…