Friendly Fireside Tales (in-person)

Saturday October 30th / 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM 

Come down to the library for some kid friendly Halloween stories told around the outdoor fire pit. Dress for the weather! A small treat will be provided to take home, just in time for the spookiest night of the year! 

• Limited occupancy
• Attendance will be taken
• Recommended for children 3 and up
• All health guidelines will be followed

STEAM program with a Tech expert

Thursday programs: October 7, November 4, December 2 / 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM 

Want to learn some fun new tech? Join a library expert for three in-person sessions that encourage you to discover and create using STEAM technology. Recommended for ages 7-13. Click this link to register (subject to change according to health orders). 

Children's Programming 

 Story Time (3.5 - 5 yrs old)

Wednesdays | Sept 15 - Nov 17 | 10:30 - 11:00am | Registration Required

Expand your child’s vocabulary and promote an interest in reading with books, fingerplays, songs, and activities!

Toddler Time (2 & 3 yrs old)

Thursdays | Sept 16 - Nov 18 | 10:30 - 11:00am | Registration Required

Whether we are singing an old favorite or experiencing a new story, there is something to bring a smile to your child's face.

Rhyme Time (Babies - 2 yrs old)

Fridays | Sept 17 - Nov 19 | 10:30 - 11:00am | Registration Required

Learn new songs, play and clap along, free smiles included!

UNBOX Project: Allyship is active

UNBOX is a collaborative initiative between the South Okanagan Immigrant Community Services Society and the Summerland branch. The aim is to reduce racism and discrimination within the South Okanagan through active engagement.

You will have the opportunity to explore and learn more about racism in our region.

As a participant, you will gain tools to become an agent of change in our communities. Click the link below for more information and to register.

SOICS Unbox Project registration

Adult Book Club

3rd Saturday of the Month | 10:30am | Registration Required

The Summerland branch invites you to join us for a lively, facilitated discussion of the month's featured title. The book club is open to all interested adults.

Next Meeting: Saturday, November 20th at 10:30am

Register for November's meeting here

2021 Titles 

September 18th: Forest Green by Kate Pullinger 

October 16th: Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood by Trevor Noah

November 20th: Less by Andrew Sean Greer

December 18th: The Overstory by Richard Powers     

Book club members are responsible for placing their own holds for the copy of the book. There may be copies set aside at the circulation desk, please come in and ask. 

Adult Film Club

Last Wednesday of the Month | 7:30pm | Virtual - Registration Required  

Avoid spoilers by ensuring you have watched the film of the month before joining our exciting, online discussion. 

Next Meeting: Wednesday, October 27th at 7:30pm

Register for the October meeting here

2021 Titles 

September 29th: Peanut Butter Falcon

October 27th: Big Eyes

All films are available through the ORL catalogue or Kanopy which is accessible to anyone with an ORL library card. 

Group Study & Meeting Rooms

 Adult Study Room is open with a capacity for 2 people. Reserve up to twice a week, two hour maximum.

Meeting Room is closed during this phase. 

Computer Availability

We have 4 computer stations safely spaced 6 ft apart, each has 30 minute maximum time limit.

Printing

Printing and scan to e-mail is available.  

Summerland Library Volunteers 

A small but dedicated group of people who volunteer at library events and programs. Proceeds from the sale of donated books are used to help fund children's and adult programs as well as to support the popular Summer Reading Club.