Reading Lists

From Gallery Walls to Library Shelves: New VPAG Exhibitions, New Reading List

The Okanagan Regional Library (ORL) and the Vernon Public Art Gallery (VPAG) are once again connecting gallery walls with library shelves through a newly curated reading list inspired by VPAG’s…

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Asian Heritage Month: Stories to Explore, Voices to Celebrate

Asian Heritage Month offers an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the many cultures, histories, and contributions of people of Asian descent in Canada. It’s also a chance to explore the…

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Staff Picks: Books We Love This Spring

There’s something about spring that pairs perfectly with a good story, a comfortable reading spot, and the promise of “just one more chapter.” Our staff have been browsing the shelves…

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The Reading Challenge – Our New Favourites

There’s something satisfying about a reading goal. One book leads to another, and before long, you’ve travelled through entirely different worlds without leaving your favourite chair. The Okanagan Regional Library…

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April Reads a Little Differently. It’s Poetry Month!

April invites a more reflective kind of reading. A few lines at a time. A pause between pages. An image that lingers. National Poetry Month is a chance to explore…

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From Gallery Walls to Library Shelves: the ORL and VPAG in Conversation

Art opens doors between people, ideas, and experiences we might not otherwise encounter. Through a new collaboration with the Vernon Public Art Gallery (VPAG), the ORL connects exhibitions with curated…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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AI Introduction Series: Using AI for Research

Artificial intelligence tools are increasingly used for research. People ask them to explain topics, summarize articles, suggest books, or help organize ideas. Used thoughtfully, AI can be a helpful starting…

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