Beyond Books: Celebrate Literacy Month at the ORL
September is Literacy Month in British Columbia, and while books are certainly part of the celebration at the ORL, literacy…
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Top 3 Underrated Makerspace Tools
Some Makerspace tools naturally attract attention. A laser cutter? Very cool. A 3D printer turning a digital file into an…
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ORL Reads Children’s Booklist: Be Prepared, Forest Fires
Wildfires are part of life in many of the communities the ORL serves. They can also bring big questions for…
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Summer Reading Club 2026: There’s Still Plenty of Summer Left!
Summer has a funny way of sliding by. One minute, school is out and the whole summer stretches ahead. The…
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A Larger Digital Bookshelf Has Arrived: Meet the Palace Project!
One of our favourite things is connecting people with books they’ll love. Sometimes it’s the title you’ve been waiting months…
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A Final Splash of (Adult) Summer Reading Club Fun
Summer may be sailing by, but there’s still plenty of time to make a splash in the Okanagan Regional Library’s…
Read MoreTemporary Library Closures Due to Wildfire
Library Service Update – Aug 10th 2026 The Summerland Library remains closed until further notice due to the ongoing wildfire…
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Summer Doldrums? New Youth Services Reading Lists To The Rescue!
Halfway through summer. Games have been played. Adventures had. Snack cupboard raided. Siblings pestered. If you’re hearing “I’m bored!” on…
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From Gallery Walls to Library Shelves: Discover VPAG’s New Exhibitions
Art has a way of sparking curiosity, and curiosity doesn’t end when you leave the gallery. That’s why the Okanagan…
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South Okanagan Libraries Extend Hours as Cooling Centres
As hot temperatures continue across the South Okanagan, the Okanagan Regional Library is extending hours at its Naramata, Okanagan Falls,…
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Still Time to Dive In: Join the Adult Summer Reading Club
Halfway through summer and looking for your next adventure? The Okanagan Regional Library’s Adult Summer Reading Club is still making…
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Summer Reading Club: Meet the Cutest Babies in the Animal Kingdom!
Every story starts somewhere…and baby animals might just be the cutest place to begin! Join the ORL’s Summer Reading Club…
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On the Air: ORL CEO Danielle Hubbard Shares the Magic of Summer Reading Club
If you’ve been listening to local radio lately, you’ve probably heard the ORL’s Summer Reading Club campaign making waves across…
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Armstrong Branch to Open on Sundays This Winter
Great news for Armstrong-area library users: the Armstrong Branch will be open on Sundays this winter! Beginning Sunday, October 4,…
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Discover the ORL’s Expanded World Languages Collection
The ORL’s digital collection has gone global. We’ve added nearly 2000 new ebooks and e-audiobooks to our World Languages Collection,…
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SRC 2026: Explore the Arctic with Ocean Wise!
This summer, travel to the top of the world without leaving home. As part of Summer Reading Club 2026, the…
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Breaking News: A Summer Reading Frenzy Is Sweeping the Okanagan!
Have you heard the news? If you’ve been listening to local radio lately, you may have caught one of the…
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Celebrating Disability Pride Month at the ORL
Libraries are places where everyone should feel welcome to discover, learn, create, and connect. This July, the ORL is celebrating…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Congratulations, Dawn!
Great libraries are created by great people, and the ORL is fortunate to have many dedicated staff members making a…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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What the Research Says: Libraries Matter More Than Ever
What do libraries contribute to their communities? It’s a question that feels easy to answer…until you try to put it…
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Vernon Friends of the Library Book Sale Returns!
Clear a little space on your shelves. Actually, clear a lot. The Vernon Friends of the Library Book Sale is…
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The Reading Challenge – Our New Favourites
There’s something satisfying about a reading goal. One book leads to another, and before long, you’ve travelled through entirely different…
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Help the Kelowna Friends of the Library Make the “Best of Kelowna” List
The Friends of the Library (FOL) help bring a lot of what we love about the ORL to life. So…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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World Storytelling Day: Stories That Shine in the Dark
Sometimes a story begins with “once upon a time.” Sometimes it begins with a question, a mystery, or a moment…
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So You Like Narwhal and Jelly!
Narwhal loves waffles. Jelly loves facts. Together, they make one of the ocean’s most delightful duos. If your young reader…
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