Friends of the Library

A Brief History of the Okanagan Regional Library

The Okanagan Regional Library has served communities throughout the Okanagan and surrounding regions for 90 years, growing from an ambitious regional initiative into one of the largest public library systems…

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Thousands of Book Bargains: The Great Okanagan Book Sale Returns!

Thousands of books. Four days of incredible bargains. And one very good reason to bring an extra-large tote bag! The Kelowna Friends of the Library are back with their biggest…

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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 pre-loved books, puzzles, and games while helping fund the programs…

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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 back, and the only thing bookworms love more than reading…

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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 yes, we’re more than a little pleased to see the…

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

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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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Save the Date for Friends of the Library’s 35th Great Okanagan Book Sale!

Book lovers, this one’s for you! The Friends of the Library’s 35th Annual Fall Great Okanagan Book Sale is back October 15–18 at Immaculate Conception Parish Hall in Kelowna. Browse…

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Books and Bargains: The Great Okanagan Book Sale is Back!

Love a good book bargain? Then don’t miss the Friends of the Library’s 35th Annual Fall Great Okanagan Book Sale! A must-stop shop for book lovers of all ages, the…

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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