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Online Kelowna Poetry Contest

Wednesday, May 31, 2023
All Locations

Celebrate Poetry Month with the Online Kelowna Poetry Contest for Adults! Are you feeling creative? Write a poem and submit your entry between April 1 to May 31st. Please email your poem to klreference@orl.bc.ca along with your name and phone number or drop hard copies submissions to your branch and we will make sure your poem will be send to Kelowna Downtown Library.

Submission Guidelines:

  1. There is no set theme. Let your imagination run wild!
  2. Poetry can be written in any poetic style and on any subject but must be in English.
  3. Only one poem per person. Multiple entries will not be accepted.
  4. The poem must be an original work by the person entering the contest. Plagiarism is a serious offense!
  5. The deadline for submissions is Wednesday , May 31st 16 at 8:00 p.m. 
  6. Poems containing language that is vulgar, offensive, or inappropriate will not be accepted.
  7. Prizes:

        1st prize- one book and a $25 Mosaic gift certificate

        2nd prize- two books

        3rd prize- one book


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Mini Masterpieces Art Swap

Sunday, October 08, 2023
Vernon
Foyer
The Okanagan Regional Library will be home to Vernon's Free Little Art Gallery (FLAG) for 1 week from Oct 3rd to Oct 8th! 
 
Imagine a magical little space in the heart of the library, where mini artworks rule the day. It's a place where creativity knows no bounds, and where you can share your artistic genius with the world – one tiny canvas or sculpture at a time! 

The FLAG will be brimming with tiny treasures contributed by fellow art enthusiasts. From intricate doodles to magnificent micro-paintings, you'll be amazed at the diverse collection on display. And here's the best part: You can swap your very own mini-masterpieces with any artwork that catches your eye. 

The FLAG is open whenever the library is, so you can drop by any time you're feeling artsy. See you at the gallery, where mini art meets massive imagination!

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Friends of the Library Magazine Sale

Saturday, February 24, 2024
Vernon
The Vernon Friends of the Library will be hosting their annual magazine sale, featuring magazines from 2022. Come on down and check out the amazing deals! All money is donated back to the library for programs.
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Newcomers Knitting and Stitching Circle

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Text reads "Newcomers Knitting and Stitching Circle" overlaid over skeins of yarn.
Vernon
Community Room
Connecting newcomers to Vernon through crafting.
ESL students and newcomers, join us on Wednesday mornings to socialize
and craft together. All skill levels are welcome. Knitting supplies are provided or bring your own project.
In partnership with the Vernon and District Immigrant Community Services Society.
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The Readers

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
The Readers
All Locations

Come join our merry band of minds as we explore the world of books.


The Readers is a program to connect with others and discuss books and reading with fellow book lovers.  Each week starts with a question or theme and the conversation goes from there.  We are open to all kinds of readers – as any type of reading is reading!


The program is over the phone – no computer knowledge is required.  Please register here or call 778-658-6394 or email access@orl.bc.ca to receive the conference line phone number and access code.

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Cookies and Canvas

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Vernon
Community Room
Explore your creativity with a free art class for youth. Supplies and snacks provided.
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LGBQT2S+ Pride Party

4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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Virtual Queer Community Book Club

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
A hand holding a rainbow-striped book against a leg
All Locations
Virtual Queer Community Book Club
The Virtual Queer Community Book Club features books written by 2SLGBTQ+ (2 Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer) authors.

The VQCBC strives to deepen our sense of community and ourselves in a queer centric space. Join us for a lively discussion about this months selection "Mama's Boy" by Dustin Lance Black

Recommended for Young Adults and Adults.

Wednesday March 29th - Mama's Boy by Dustin Lance Black PLACE HOLD HERE
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Vernon Permaculture

7:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Vernon
Meeting Room

Vernon Permaculture is an open community group whose aim is to share regenerative knowledge and hands on experiences with one another in order to build a stronger community and healthier local environment. 

Everyone is welcome to these drop-in sessions. For more information, please visit @permaculturevernon
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Family Story Time

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Group tweens holding open books.
Vernon
Children's Area
Family fun featuring picture books, interactive songs and rhymes. Story Time helps in the development of early literacy skills
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Space Clues Room

10:45 AM - 3:45 PM
The Magic School Bus, shaped like a rocket ship, flying through space.
Vernon
Okanagan Room
You will not be escaping a room, but you will be solving clues and puzzles to find a small prize. This is a group activity so bring your friends or join the group that is here at that time. Enter to win a 3-D moon and stand, or a Magic School Bus Space Lab.
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eBook Help

1:15 PM - 2:00 PM
Technical Tutoring
Vernon
Curious about eBooks, digital audio, or any of the ORL's many electronic resources? Having trouble making Libby work on your device? Book a time with one of our knowledgeable staff. Please bring in your device, library card and PIN number, and any necessary passwords.
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Intro to AI + ART - Javascript Flower

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Vernon
Meeting Room
Learn the basics of algorithmic art and use your voice as an innovative way to interact with a generative art piece. Students will be introduced to p5.js, a Javascript coding library for artists, and ml5.js, a Machine Learning coding library, so budding algorithm artists can keep creating after the session.
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Intro to AI + ART - Javascript Flower (online)

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
All Locations
Learn the basics of algorithmic art and use your voice as an innovative way to interact with a generative art piece. Students will be introduced to p5.js, a Javascript coding library for artists, and ml5.js, a Machine Learning coding library, so budding algorithm artists can keep creating after the session.
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Elders Circle

5:30 PM - 8:45 PM
Vernon
Okanagan Room
Indigenous elders and friends meet to play dice, share food and talk. Attendance is by invitation or by speaking directly to one of the elders. 
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Mah Jongg: American Version

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Vernon
Magazine Area
If you love games, you'll love American Mah-Jongg. Experienced and novice players are all welcome.
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Become a Foster Caregiver – Information Meeting

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Vernon
Learn about the rewarding work of becoming a Foster Caregiver. Have all your questions answered. Presented by the North Okanagan Foster Parents Association.
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Vernon Rowing and Dragon Boat Club - "Buoyant Buddies" Open House

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Vernon
Community Room
Ever wanted to give dragon boating a try?! Here's your chance to find out more! 

The Buoyant Buddies is a team of Breast Cancer Survivors who paddle on the water at Swan Lake here in Vernon from May through September. 

They are holding a fun Open House for prospective new paddlers to drop in and find out what the sport is all about! All ages are welcome and no experience is needed to join. 

Be sure to drop in on Thursday, March 30, between 7 - 8 pm, to meet members of this amazing and dynamic team! 


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Family Story Time

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Group tweens holding open books.
Vernon
Children's Area
Family fun featuring picture books, interactive songs and rhymes. Story Time helps in the development of early literacy skills
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Get Maker Certified

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Vernon
Makerspace
This 90 minute one-on-one appointment with our technical staff will help get you started using the equipment in our Makerspace.

Materials for training will be supplied where relevant (subject to availability,) although some equipment requires removable storage devices like a USB stick, portable hard drive, etc, to save your work.

Note that in Vernon, currently only two pieces of equipment require certification before use:
  • 3D Printer
  • Cricut Maker
The rest of the makerspace equipment (including the soundbooth,) can be used without certification, after a brief orientation the first time you use them, although you *can* book this time to get extra help using any of our equipment.

Please note that if you're looking for help with the soundbooth, you need to make an additional reservation alongside this one- please see https://orl.evanced.info/spaces/Patron/Results to reserve the soundbooth for the same time.

Please review our Makerspace guidelines at the following link for more details about our policies:
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Digitization Spring Cleaning

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Vernon
Makerspace

Dust off your stuff and make digital copies. Whether you’re looking to preserve your family history, condensing photo albums, getting rid of that old VHS player, or just wanting to listen to your old LPs while you’re driving, the Vernon Library Makerspace has your back. This free drop-in program will walk you through our user-friendly software so you can digitize (make digital copies of) your favorite media.

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Digital Support One to One Tutoring

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Vernon
Study Room

The Digital Support program offers adult patrons one-on-one tutoring by volunteers with The Literacy Society of the North Okanagan. One hour appointments offered at 10 am and 11 am Friday and Saturday.
Appointments can be booked at 250-542-7610 Ext. 6820, in person at the information desk at the library or online at Digital Support Literacy Society . 
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Knitting Circle

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Vernon
Community Room
The Vernon Knitters invite knitter of all experience levels and anyone interested in knitting to join them! Bring along yarn, needles and a project you are working on. You also welcome to bring your knitting questions and problems for this group of knitting fairies. Drop in.
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Dungeons and Dragons

10:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Vernon
Okanagan Room
Join us to play Dungeons and Dragons, the greatest fantasy role-playing game in the world. Create characters, battle foes and co-operate with other players as you explore a fantasy world. Adventurers League is a drop-in, drop-out DnD format that allows players of all levels to come and play. 
 Materials are not required. All you need is an active imagination and the desire to work with others.
 This is a free, drop-in program open to all players, from highly experienced to novice.
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Family Story Time

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Group tweens holding open books.
Vernon
Children's Area
Family fun featuring picture books, interactive songs and rhymes. Story Time helps in the development of early literacy skills
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