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Special Event

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The Euphorigen Investigation: An Online Escape Room

Registration starts March 21 | Tuesday, April 25 | 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM PDT

Join in an online escape room that immerses you in a world of manipulated media, social media bots, and other forms of deception. You will have under an hour to uncover information on a fictional supplement and determine if it's safe to be added to the public water supply. Presented by Adult Services.

 

Book Clubs 

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Virtual Queer Community Book Club

Register Online | Wednesday, March 29 | 6:30 to 8:00 PM PDT

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Join us for a lively discussion about this month's selection Mama's Boy, by Dustin Lance Black. 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. Recommended for Young Adults and Adults. Presented by Westbank Library. 

 

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Adult Story Time – Listen and Relax to a Story

Meets First Wednesday of the month by phone | 2:00 to 3:00 PM PDT

Call 778-658-6394, or email access@orl.bc.ca, to receive the conference line phone number and access code.

Join us for 30-40 minutes to listen to live readings of tales – humour, mystery, or science fiction. A discussion of the story may follow. Stories are shared over the phone – no computer knowledge is required.  Presented by Access Services.

 

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The Readers: Conversations about Books

Register online | Meets Tuesdays by Phone | 2:00 to 3:00 PM PDT

Come join our merry band of minds as we explore the world of books. The Readers is about connecting and discussing books and reading with fellow book lovers. Each week starts with a question or theme and the conversation goes from there. We meet over the phone – no computer knowledge is required. The program is over the phone – no computer knowledge is required. Call 778-658-6394, or email access@orl.bc.ca to receive the conference line phone number and access code.

 

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Join the online discussion of a feature film, watch it for free through ORL's Kanopy collection or available on DVD in the library catalogue.

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March's Pick: Intouchables

Register Online | Wednesday, March 29 | 7:30 to 9:00 PM PDT

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Presentations

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Embrace Aging: Seven Splendid Services for Older Adults

Register Online | Wednesday, March 22 | 10:00 to 11:00 AM PDT

Join us to discover and learn of seven splendid services available to older adults at the Okanagan Regional Library. We will cover services from accessibility, electronic books, events, to Makerspaces (psst – all of them are free!). You are welcome to bring your questions, we’ll have plenty of time to answer them.

 

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Family History Forum

Register Online | Fourth Tuesday of the month | 6:30 to 8:00 PM PDT

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. Additional information will be sent after you register. Presented by the Downtown Kelowna Library.

 

Workshops and Classes

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Online Mobile Meetup

Android (Smart Phones and Tablets)

Register Online | Thursdays, April 13, 20, & 27 | 2:00 to 3:00 PM PDT

A set of three sessions designed to help participants learn how to navigate Tablets and / or Smart Phones. Please register for all three sessions as they build upon each other. Register all family members attending under one name. Presented by Downtown Kelowna Library.

Apple (iPhones and iPads)

Register Online | Tuesdays, April 11, 18, & 25 | 2:00 to 3:00 PM PDT

A set of three sessions designed to help participants learn how to navigate iPads and / or iPhones. Please register for all three sessions as they build upon each other. Register all family members attending under one name. Presented by Downtown Kelowna Library.

 

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ASL Basics for Teens and Adults

Registration Starts April 29 | Weekly on Saturdays, May 20 to June 24 | 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM PDT.

Have you ever wanted to learn sign language? Now is the time! Learn the basics of American Sign Language and gain exposure to Deaf culture in a fun, engaging, and creative way. There are 6 classes in this program. As this is a popular program, please ensure you can commit to all classes before you register. Presented by Rutland Library and Access Services

 

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Conversation in French

Register Online | Second and Fourth Fridays of the month | 3:30 to 4:30 PM PDT

Join our French Conversation group to practice your French conversation skills. Activities, games, and special topics for all levels of French speakers. 

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