Youth Services

On the Air: ORL CEO Danielle Hubbard Shares the Magic of Summer Reading Club

If you’ve been listening to local radio lately, you’ve probably heard the ORL’s Summer Reading Club campaign making waves across the…airwaves. The ORL’s CEO, Danielle Hubbard, recently joined Summit Osoyoos…

SRC 2026: Explore the Arctic with Ocean Wise!

This summer, travel to the top of the world without leaving home. As part of Summer Reading Club 2026, the ORL is inviting school-age explorers to join Arctic Explorers, a…

Breaking News: A Summer Reading Frenzy Is Sweeping the Okanagan!

Have you heard the news? If you’ve been listening to local radio lately, you may have caught one of the ORL’s new Summer Reading Club commercials. Since launching, the playful…

SRC 2026: Meet JAWS, Superhero of the Reef

Three hundred teeth. No bones. Ready to come face-to-face with one of the ocean’s most misunderstood creatures? This summer, the ORL’s Summer Reading Club invites families to dive beneath the…

SRC 2026: Bob “The Fossil Guy” on Giant Sharks and Five-Eyed Wonders

Some adventures begin with a treasure map. Bob O’Donnell’s began with an extraordinary rock. This summer, families visiting the Okanagan Regional Library’s Summer Reading Club events can meet Bob “The…

SRC Fun: Events, Activities, Prizes, and Adventures Await!

Summer Reading Club 2026 has officially begun! And while reading is at the heart of Summer Reading Club, this summer is also packed with exciting events, creative activities, online presentations,…

ORL Maker Tour: Explore the STEM Secrets of the Sea

This summer, the ORL’s Makerspace team is hitting the road. From 6 July to 19 August, the Maker Tour will travel to every ORL branch, bringing a special Under the…

Summer Reading Club 2026 Is Making Waves!

Something big is making waves at the ORL! Summer Reading Club 2026 begins June 15, and this year’s theme is Under the Sea. From glowing twilight waters to mysterious ocean…

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…