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Book Clubs 

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Virtual Queer Community Book Club

Register Online | Wednesday, May 31 | 6:30 to 8:00 PM PDT

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Join us for a lively discussion about this month's selection Ten Steps to Nanette, by Hannah Gadsby. The Virtual Queer Community Book Club features books written by 2SLGBTQ+ (2 Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer) authors. The VQCBC strives to deepen our sense of community and ourselves in a queer centric space. Recommended for Young Adults and Adults. Presented by Westbank Library. 

 

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Online Book Club in French/Club de lecture en français

Register Online  | First Saturday of the month | 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM PDT

Do you like French literature? Do you like to talk about books in French? Join our virtual Literary French Club to discover great books, and share a common passion! Presented by Downtown Kelowna Library.

 

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Adult Story Time – Listen and Relax to a Story

Meets First Wednesday of the month by phone | 2:00 to 3:00 PM PDT

Call 778-658-6394, or email access@orl.bc.ca, to receive the conference line phone number and access code.

Join us for 30-40 minutes to listen to live readings of tales – humour, mystery, or science fiction. A discussion of the story may follow. Stories are shared over the phone – no computer knowledge is required.  Presented by Access Services.

 

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The Readers: Conversations about Books

Register online | Meets Tuesdays by Phone | 2:00 to 3:00 PM PDT

Come join our merry band of minds as we explore the world of books. The Readers is about connecting and discussing books and reading with fellow book lovers. Each week starts with a question or theme and the conversation goes from there. We meet over the phone – no computer knowledge is required. The program is over the phone – no computer knowledge is required. Call 778-658-6394, or email access@orl.bc.ca to receive the conference line phone number and access code.

 

Two Thumbs Up for Virtual Film Club

Join the online discussion of a feature film, watch it for free through ORL's Kanopy collection or available on DVD in the library catalogue.  

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May's Pick: Hearts Beat Loud

Register Online | Wednesday, May 31 | 7:30 to 9:00 PM PDT

Find it on Kanopy Streaming Films.

Find it in the Catalogue.

 

Presentations

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Family History Forum

Register Online | Fourth Tuesday of the month | 6:30 to 8:00 PM PDT

Join us for monthly topics hosted virtually by the Kelowna & District Genealogical Society! They will cover a variety of fascinating topics related to family history. Additional information will be sent after you register. Presented by the Downtown Kelowna Library.

 

Workshops and Classes

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ASL Basics for Teens and Adults

Register Online (Starting July 5) | Weekly on Wednesdays, July 19  August 23 | 6:30 to 7:30 PM PDT.

Have you ever wanted to learn sign language? Now is the time! Learn the basics of American Sign Language and gain exposure to Deaf culture in a fun, engaging, and immersive way. There are 6 classes in this program. As this is a popular program, please ensure you can commit to all classes before you register.

 

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Conversation in French

Register Online | Second and Fourth Fridays of the month | 3:30 to 4:30 PM PDT

Join our French Conversation group to practice your French conversation skills. Activities, games, and special topics for all levels of French speakers. 

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