All ORL Branches are closed on statutory holidays.
There is an inside book drop during open hours. The outside book return is open 24/7 with the exception of holiday closures.
Our new makerspace, The Tech Hub, is now open and features equipment and tools for hands-on projects, digitization, and exploring and learning new technology.
To use an ORL Makerspace independently, all makers must:
Complete the Makerspace Waiver & Guidelines form [PDF].
Verify your identity to staff with valid library card and photo ID.
This space is primarily for users 14 and up. Users under 14 must be actively accompanied by a parent or guardian who is a certified Makerspace user. Users between 14 and 18 must have their legal guardian sign their Maker Waiver and Guidelines Agreement.
Generously funded by Valley First Credit Union, Regional District, and Monashee Community Forest.
Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday:10:30 - 2:30 PM
Wednesday: 10:30 - 4:30 pm
Thursday: 2:30 - 6:30 PM
Please call us at (250) 547-9528 to book a maker station.
View Certification Courses and Tutorials
Digitization StationsPreserve your memories by digitizing your old photos (negatives, slides, photographs), video tapes (VHS tapes and other formats if you bring in your own player device such as a camcorder), and tape cassettes.
Material Cutting Use our Cricut Cutter, a high tech and precise cutting, drawing, and scoring machine. You must be Maker Certified to use the Cricut Cutter - Get certified online from home or in branch on one of our internet terminals.
Use our VR headsets to explore new technology and experience an adventure!
To reserve our Maker technologies, please reserve online, call (250) 547-9528 or visit us in person.
Browse our online events calendar to view upcoming programs.
Pick up an Earth-themed craft kit to celebrate Earth Day.
Tuesday, April 2 - Tuesday, April 30 | While supplies last
Join Connie and Michelle for stories, rhymes and songs promoting early literacy skills.
Friday, January 12 - Friday, May 10 |10:30-11:00 am
Preschool | Drop-in
Use your imagination to build your story while Connie reads aloud.
Thursday, January 11 - Thursday, May 9 | 3:00-4:00 pm
Ages 5-8 yrs | Drop-in
Join us on the first Saturday of every month to explore one of the ORL's many STEAM (Science-Technology-Engineering-Art-Mathematics) kits.
Saturday, January 6 - Saturday, May 4 | 10:00-3:00 pm
Families | Drop-in
Adult Programming
Have more seedlings than you need this spring? Are volunteers popping up in the garden? Share with friends and community at our annual seedling exchange. Dates may be weather dependent, so please watch this website to be alerted to any changes!
Tuesday, May 21 - Friday, May 24 | Drop-in
Visit the Lumby Tech Hub to learn some new skills and unleash your creative genius! Please register online for these classes.
Are you curious about virtual reality headsets? Come and join us to learn VR Headset basics & play a fun game too! Teens will require guardian signature on forms. Please pre-register here.
Wednesday, April 10 | 3:30-5:00 pm
Thursday, April 11 | 5:30-7:00 pm
Learn secret tips and tricks for using the Libby App on your smartphone or tablet to read and listen to audiobooks while you travel this summer. Registration is now available for this program.
Wednesday, May 8 | 3:30-5:00 pm
Thursday, May 9 | 5:30-7:00 pm
Adults | Drop-in
Join the Lumby Book Club for engaging discussions about a wide range of literary works. From classics to contemporary fiction, participants will explore different genres and share their thoughts and opinions with fellow book lovers. Copies of the book available in branch.
We meet on the first Thursday evening of each month from 7:00-8:00 pm.
May 2 - Precious Cargo by Craig Davidson
June 6 - Indians on Vacation by Thomas King
July & August - Break for summer holidays; we will restart again in September
Join a community of knitters, needleworkers, and handcrafters to learn new patterns, share tips and tricks, and form lasting connections with fellow enthusiasts who share your passion.
This weekly program is open to all skill levels, and keen attendees of all ages.
Thursdays | 5:30-7:00 pm | Ongoing weekly
All Ages | Drop-in
Are you working on a novel, poem, or song? Bounce ideas off the group, share your work or practice with creative writing ideas with facilitator and published author Connie Rose. We meet on the last Friday of each month. All levels of writers are welcome.
Fridays, Jan 26 | Feb 23 | Mar 29 | Apr 26 | May 31 | 3:00-5:00 pm
Teens & Adults | Drop-in
The library is pleased to be partnered with local talent and strives to display a new artist each month. On the last Saturday of the month the artist will be available from 12:00 to 1:00 to either demo their techniques or speak to the public about their processes.
We have three Internet stations available for the public to use, each with a 1 hour time limit.
Printing and photocopying is $0.25 per page, black and white only. Scanning to email is available and free of charge.
Exam Invigilation
Are you looking for somewhere to take an invigilated exam, either written or online?
The library can help you out. Please come by, email lumby@orl.bc.ca or call us at (250) 547-9528 to book your invigilation.
We welcome class tours and visits. Please contact Michelle at lumby@orl.bc.ca or 250-547-9528 to set a date and make your library visit great!
The library hosts a collection of locally collected seeds which are available at no charge to our patrons.
Anyone interested in contributing seeds to the library is asked to please place prepared seeds from each plant into it's own envelope with plant, variety, size, and colour (if applicable), and date collected to be dropped off at the front desk. We are grateful for your assistance, so we can continue to offer this service to our community.
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