Children and Families

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…

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 invites young readers and curious creators to step inside the…

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 (pi). The date works perfectly in the month/day format because…

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 minutes away. The Okanagan Regional Library is pleased to introduce…

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 of curiosity that sends a character on an adventure. Wherever…

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 can’t get enough of the cheerful adventures in the Narwhal…

Make Waves With Summer Reading Club 2026

Something big is making waves at the ORL. Summer Reading Club 2026 is on its way, and this year’s theme is Under the Sea. Launching system-wide on Monday, June 15,…

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…

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…

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…