Community and Culture

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 believe in what they offer. The Okanagan Regional Library is…

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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 enthusiastic crowd of community members, supporters, and local partners. After…

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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 our prize winners. Congratulations to: R. Wilson, the Mission Branch…

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Celebrating the ORL’s Grand Re-Opening in North Shuswap

We’re very excited to announce the next chapter for our North Shuswap community library. On 11 March 2026 at 11:00 a.m., the ORL proudly celebrates the grand re-opening of its…

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A Small-Scale Star: the ORL’s Downtown Kelowna Branch Featured in Canadian Architect

Last summer, we shared a delightful surprise: Little Canada in Toronto had created a detailed miniature replica of the Downtown Kelowna Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library. Now, there’s even…

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Okanagan Regional Library Board Elects 2026 Leadership

Kelowna, BC – 18 February 2026 — The Board of Trustees of the Okanagan Regional Library (the ORL) convened for its Annual General Meeting and Regular Board Meeting on 18…

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You’re Invited! The Librarians Film Screening and Panel Discussion

Freedom to Read Week is a time to celebrate the right of Canadians to read what they choose, and to recognize the vital role libraries play in protecting access to…

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Our Valentine Is A Love Of Learning

Valentine’s Day usually focuses on roses and romance. But there are many kinds of love worth celebrating. This year, why not fall in love with learning? The Okanagan Regional Library…

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The Quiet Work Behind Great Libraries

When people think about libraries, they often picture shelves of books, quiet tables, and welcoming public spaces. Less visible is the steady, behind-the-scenes work that helps make those spaces possible.…

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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…

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Monday:	9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:	9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:	9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:	9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:	9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:	10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday:	Closed