New to the Library of Things: Firewood Moisture Meter Kit
Heating your home with wood? There’s a new tool in the ORL’s Library of Things that can help you find out whether your firewood is ready to burn. A moisture…
Library Month: 30 Days, 30 Ways to Use Your Library
October is Canadian Library Month, and we’re celebrating with a challenge: each day this month, discover just how much you can do with your library. Everyone knows you can always…
More Than Books: Discover the Benefits of an ORL Library Card
You already know your library card can help you find your next great read. But how about streaming a movie? Learning a language? Borrowing an air quality monitor? Taking an…
3 Awesome ORL Resources for Kids
Books are only the beginning! Your ORL library card opens the door to all kinds of things for kids to watch, discover, explore, and enjoy. You can stream favourite shows,…
Curious About Your Indoor Air? Borrow a Monitor from the Library of Things!
Most of the time, you probably don’t think much about the air inside your home. But start cooking dinner, light the fireplace, run an air cleaner, or spend a smoky…
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 reaches well beyond the page. It’s understanding a news story,…
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 Disability Pride Month by recognizing disability as a natural part…
Accessible Tech: Explore the ORL’s New Ergonomic Essentials Kits
Improving accessibility and comfort at your desk can begin with something as simple as how you type or move a mouse. The ORL’s new Ergonomic Essentials Library of Things kits…
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…
Find Chilly Drafts Before Winter Does: Borrow a Home Energy Kit
As the days get cooler, it’s the perfect time to make sure your home is ready for winter. Borrow a Home Energy Kit from the ORL’s Library of Things and…