**Internet/Catalogue computer available for use during open hours- 15 minute sessions only.

Wow!! 2020 has certainly given us some challenges. For ideas to help keep kids and teens busy while Social Distancing; check out our calendar. Many events, programs, and workshops are available for patrons from all over our service area. So have some fun, perhaps make some new friends, and check out the amazingly talented staff at the ORL!

Postcard Art: Tuesday August 25th to September 30th (while supplies last!)

Everyone loves to get special mail, so now is your chance to send a friend or loved-one something to brighten their day. You can use felts, coloured pencils, or paint to make your own amazing piece of art. Stop by the Falkland branch to pick up your own watercolour-paper postcard.

Cactus Knitting Challenge!

Do you knit? Crochet? Want to learn? This is fun challenge for Teens, Adults, and Seniors to do during these crazy times. These cactus plants don't require watering (which is perfect for me) and can be useful (you can use them as pin-cushions, paperweights...or???) Email Diana at dmccarthy@orl.bc.ca for more information or to request the pattern to make one of your own.

For more information please send an email to dmccarthy@orl.bc.ca. If you would like to be notified of upcoming programs and events please ask to be added to our Youth Programming mailing list (send an email to address listed above!)

**Internet/Catalogue computer available for use during open hours- 15 minute sessions only.

Wow!! 2020 has certainly given us some challenges. For ideas to help keep all of us busy during Social Distancing; check out our calendar. Many events, programs, and workshops are available for patrons from all over our service area. So have some fun, perhaps make some new friends, and check out the amazingly talented staff at the ORL!

Postcard Art: Tuesday August 25th to September 30th (while supplies last!)

Everyone loves to get special mail, so now is your chance to send a friend or loved-one something to brighten their day. You can use felts, coloured pencils, or paint to make your own amazing piece of art. Stop by the Falkland branch to pick up your own watercolour-paper postcard.

Knot Just Knitting Group:

Our next meeting will be held VIRTUALLY on Tuesday September 15th from 1-2pm (and will continue every 2nd week until further notice.) To join us please send an email to Diana McCarthy at dmccarthy@orl.bc.ca so she can add you to the online meeting group (we are using MSTeams for this.) Bring yourself, something you are working on, and/or a completed project you would like to share with the group. All knitters, crocheters, or yarn-crafters are invited to attend. 

Cactus Knitting Challenge!

Do you knit? Crochet? Want to learn? This is fun challenge for Teens, Adults, and Seniors to do during these crazy times. These cactus plants don't require watering (which is perfect for me) and can be useful (you can use them as pin-cushions, paperweights...or???) Email Diana at dmccarthy@orl.bc.ca for more information or to request the pattern to make one of your own.

Can the Library come and visit you and your Group/Organization?

At this time we are unable to attend a meeting or visit with your group or organization unless it is using a Virtual Platform. If this is an option for you; please contact Diana at 250-379-2705 ext 1811 or at dmccarthy@orl.bc.ca. Otherwise, when things normalize, we can arrange for something then! If you have any questions, or would like some info- please do not hesitate to contact Diana, or use our chat/phone line available through our main webpage.

**Internet/Catalogue computer available for use during open hours- 15 minute sessions only.

What's New/ What's Happening in our Library?

Woohoo! We are finally open for browsing! There are procedures to follow in order to keep all of us safe; but you can now visit the library, use our internet terminal/Catalogue computer, and take a minute to catch up with staff. Please contact Diana if you have any questions. dmccarthy@orl.bc.ca, or 250-379-2705 ext 1811

Cactus Knitting Challenge!

Do you knit? Crochet? Want to learn? This is fun challenge for Teens, Adults, and Seniors to do during these crazy times. These cactus plants don't require watering (which is perfect for me) and can be useful (you can use them as pin-cushions, paperweights...or???) Email Diana at dmccarthy@orl.bc.ca for more information or to request the pattern to make one of your own.

Knot Just Knitting "Virtual" is up and running- so please email or contact Diana by phone if you would like more information. All yarn-loving Falklanders are encouraged to join us to share ideas, give advice and generally show-off your talents. With the virtual group we are able to bring in others from all over our area and beyond- so please feel free to contact Diana if you would like to join us. Meeting dates are available on the Events Calendar (Tuesdays from 1-2pm.) Diana has an email-group set up for this group so if you would like to have email reminders about meetings; ask to have your email address included.

Diana is working on planning some programs for this year; so if you have any ideas of something you would like to see please let her know!

• We have some wonderful new Library book bags here in the branch. The price is $5.00 per bag. Pick one up next time you are in the branch. (There are also a few of the older style available for $2.00!)

We have had an A.E.D. device installed here in the library thanks to the PAD program and the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Unlike those at the Community Hall and the Curling Rink; this one is only available during the open hours at the Library, but can be taken off-site in an emergency.

We have a Youth Services email list that parents/caregivers may sign up for so that they can be kept informed about upcoming Children's programs and events. See staff to sign up or send us an email asking to be added: falkland@orl.bc.ca!