Some programs are offered virtually, in-person or a hybrid of both. Please pay attention to the description to see how it is being offered.
The library uses Teams for its online programming. Visit our Teams introduction document to learn how it works.
While all library programming is free to attend, we will occasionally instruct patrons to bring their own materials. Please read program descriptions carefully for all the information you'll need. Feel free to email us at kelowna@orl.bc.ca if you have any questions or concerns.
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Special Events
Author Talk: The Kelowna Story

Saturday, June 7th, 2:00pm to 3:00pm |Registration Required
To celebrate her updated book launch, the downtown Kelowna library is hosting Sharron J. Simpson, a leading local historian whose family roots have been entwined with Kelowna for five generations, for a reading and Q&A session. See our calendar for details, including a link to join online.
Nonviolent Comedy Night

See schedule below, 6:00PM to 7:30PM | Drop-In
Join us for a community comedy night of standup performances in a friendly and inclusive atmosphere. Nonviolent Comedy is an emerging vein of comedy that values public spaces, equality, and aliveness. Local comedians perform stand up sets created in exploration of Nonviolent Comedy. Join us for cheerful chuckles, joyful jubilance, and silly surprises.
Interested in performing?
Contact Jasmine: hello@comediansinkelowna.ca
comediansinkelowna.ca/nonviolent-comedy
Schedule:
- Tues, May 27
- Wed, June 25
- Tues, July 29
- Tues, August 26
Seed Library

Kelowna Seed Library opened on May 12, 2023. You are welcome to visit us, borrow some seeds and return some from your harvest.
Arts, Literature & Culture
Okanagan Comic Creators Meetup

Every 2nd and 4th Saturday, 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM |Drop-in
This workshop allows people to come together with ideas, works in progress or a general interest in comic creation to share feedback and constructive cricism. Bring your physical or digital materials and share your comic book, webcomic, graphic novel, manga or other visual storytelling medium. You can join the discussion in-person every 2nd and 4th Saturday or online in the Discord server.
All ages welcome.
Kelowna Reads Book Club

2 PM | Drop-in
Join us the third Thursday of the month to discuss the chosen title. Meetings are in branch at 2:00 pm, drop in.
Please email klreference@orl.bc.ca for more information
- January 16 – Fire Weather by John Vaillant
- February 20 – The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride
- March 20 – The Wager by David Grann
Perspectives

2nd Tuesday of each month, 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM | How to register detailed below
Perspectives Book Club is a welcoming community dedicated to learning and exploring new perspectives through reading. We invite you read along each month and join our monthly book club meetings at the Kelowna Downtown Library. All are welcome!
Perspectives Book Club is offered through Kelowna Inclusive, a non-profit organization organized around making Kelowna a more inclusive city.
Connect with Perspectives on FaceBook @Perspectives Book Club or email kelownainclusive.perspectives@gmail.com.
Upcoming sessions:
- April 14: Beartown by Fredrik Backman
- May 12: Skid Dogs by Emelia Symington-Fedy
Kelowna Writer's Group

1st Tuesday each month, 6 PM | Drop-in
An inclusive, all genre critique group. Member's can bring writing they are working on to share and receive feedback from their peers, and are also welcome to listen and learn if they do not want to present work. This group aims to help writers improve their work, learn about writing, and build community with other writers. Any genre, style, area of interest, skill level and age is welcome. Some sensitive, personal, or mature topics may be discussed.
Peer Language Learning
Mandarin Mondays

Mondays, 5 PM - 7 PM | Drop-in
A free Mandarin conversation club in Kelowna bridges east and west. Come meet with Mandarin speaking tutors every Monday. Learners with basic levels will benefit the most from joining this club.
Spanish-English Intercambio

Tuesdays starting at 6pm | Drop-In
Practice your conversational language skills! / ¡Practica tus habilidades de lenguaje conversacional!
Join us weekly to practice your English or Spanish in a relaxed, friendly environment. / Únase a nosotros semanalmente para practicar su inglés o español en un ambiente relajado y amigable.
English Corner

Wednesdays, 6:30 PM - 8 PM | Drop-in
We learn, we share, we discover. English Corner is a conversational group for people with beginner to intermediate English skills that meet weekly to discuss topics that unite and inspire us.
Technology Training

You can now book one-on-one tech help appointments with a librarian! Whether a Kobo eReader, phone, tablet or computer, we can teach you the skills you need to navigate the digital world and connect to the library's resources. Contact us to set up your appointment.
Please note that staff are limited in what they can offer. For example, we cannot set up a new device for you. Further restrictions will be communicated when you sign up.
For brief inquiries or general eBook help or troubleshooting, feel free to call our help line at 1-844-649-8127 or email at help@orl.bc.ca and one of our tech experts will assist you.
Android for Beginners

Concluded for the season. Please check back later.
A set of three sessions designed to help participants learn how to navigate Android Tablets and /Smart Phones. Topics include learning how to use the touch screen, delving into device settings, and learning about how to download and manage apps. Please bring your device and any login information you need.
Apple for Beginners

Concluded for the season. Please check back in the fall.
A set of three sessions designed to help participants learn how to navigate Android Tablets and /Smart Phones. Topics include learning how to use the touch screen, delving into device settings, and learning about how to download and manage apps. Please bring your device and any login information you need.
Computers for Beginners

Concluded for the season. Please check back in the fall.
In this three-part course, we will cover the very base operations and functions of Windows-based computers, including navigation, file management and more. Registration for all three weeks is required, as each class will build on the next. Laptops are provided.
Genealogy and Family History
Visit our Facilities and Services tab to see what in-branch resources we have.
Family History Forum - Virtual

Every fourth Tuesday of the month from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM | Registration Required
Join us for monthly topics hosted virtually by the Kelowna & District Genealogical Society! They will cover a variety of fascinating topics related to family history. Please visit our events calendar to register and receive the Zoom login information necessary to participate.
Visit our calendar to see what each month's topic is.
This program is through Zoom. Please register to receive the login information.
Genealogist in Residence

Come to the Library to chat with genealogists from the Kelowna and District Genealogical Society. Learn how to find more on your family tree, or ask about your next steps if you’ve hit a wall in your research.
2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Games Night at the Library
Mahjong & Go Mondays

Every second and third Monday starting at 5pm | Drop-in
Eastern classics! Learn and play these traditional strategy games among friends. All skill levels welcome. Go is volunteer-run so availaibity may be limited.
Interested in playing Mahjong another day? Ask our information desk to borrow a set.
Drop-in Chess

Every Thursday starting at 6pm | Drop-In
The classic game of strategy! Master your moves or challenge your peers in this casual drop-in event. Chess boards and pieces provided but feel free to bring your own. All skill levels welcome!
Board Games Night

Every Tuesday starting at 5:00 pm | Drop-in
Looking for a place to play some table top games? Every Tuesday we host board games night. From social games to in-depth strategy games, we have a number to choose from. Feel free to bring your own!
Makerspace
Join us in the Makerspace to create, invent, tinker, explore and
discover using a variety of tools and materials - such as our 3D printer, Cricut
cutter, digitization station, recording studio and more!
Visit the Facilities and Services tab for more information.