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Okanagan Regional Library - Westbank Branch
Tucked away in the corner between Coopers and The Dollar Store is the doorway to an amazing Okanagan treasure - The Westbank branch of the Okanagan Regional Library.
| Located near the heart of Westbank lies one of the greatest experiences of them all - the Westbank branch of the Okanagan Regional Library. Did you know that the Okanagan Regional Library (ORL) has over 25 branches between Salmon Arm and Osoyoos? If a book isn't available in the Westbank branch, it can be brought in from another branch. As well, you can search for books, place books on hold, renew books, and more right from the comfort of your own home using the ORL website. Ask your local librarian how this works.
The library isn't just about books. Look for CD's, DVD's, video's, books on tape and CD (great for those long trips on the road), magazines, reference material, and more. Walk through the door and take a peek at what is available at the Westbank branch of the Okanagan Regional Library.
Where is the Library?
Location: The Westbank Library is located at #31-2484 Main Street (Hwy 97S) in Westridge Mall beside Coopers.
Telephone: (250) 768-4369
Don't let the small doorway deceive you.
Once inside you discover everything this library has to offer.
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Open hours:
Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Thursday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Website for the Okanagan Regional Library
How Do I Join the Library?
Library cards are issued free to residents. A resident is defined as "...a person who resides permanently in any of the political jurisdictions which contribute to the Okanagan Regional Library District's tax levy. A resident is also a person who owns property in any of the political jurisdictions which contribute to the Okanagan Regional Library District's annual tax levy."
Memberships are available for residents and non-residents upon presentation of two pieces of identification, one of which must be proof of residency. Memberships for residents are free, but non-residents must pay a fee.
Your library card may be used at any of the 29 Okanagan Regional Library branches.
A large non-fiction section is filled with books about gardening, cooking, computers, business, art, travel, science, parenting, and more. If you can't find what you are looking for, ask the staff - they may be able to bring in that special book.
| What does the Library Offer?
Services:
Items available at your library: Books for adults and children, audio books, music on cassette or CD, videos and DVDs, kits, magazines and newspapers, large print books, audio books for the print disabled, books in other languages, a literacy collection, and much more! Come in and check it out! Most items go out on loan for 21 days.
Items that appear in our catalogue but are not available in Westbank branch can be placed on HOLD and brought in for you. Staff are happy to provide this service in the branch or by phone. You can also choose to manage holds from home by going to our website www.orl.bc.ca.
Information services: Looking for an automobile repair manual to help keep the car running? Can’t remember the name of that book Oprah recommended? Need a travel guide for Costa Rica? Have an urgent need for a book on training your new puppy? We can help you with that! Library staff are available to answer questions and provide information on a wide range of subjects. Nothing is too trivial or obscure. We enjoy a challenge!
Looking for your favorite website? There are several computers connected to the Internet available for public use. Ask the staff about availability.
| Interlibrary loan service: If we do not have what you are looking for in our collection we will try to get it for you from a library outside of the Okanagan Regional Library system.
Public Internet access: We have 7 Internet stations at the library. Internet access is available to all, free of charge. Maximum use is one hour per day.
ORL Website: Our library catalogue is available online at our website www.orl.bc.ca. The website also provides useful online databases and web links that will connect you to good sources of information on such topics as health and nutrition, consumer reports, current affairs and genealogy. There is also a Teen Corner and a Children’s shelf with homework help and book lists and lots of fun things to do.
QuickRead Collection: This is a collection of extra copies of high-demand titles that are available in Okanagan Regional Library Branches. These books are set aside on the QuickRead cart and go out on a first come, first served basis. They go out for only one week and cannot be renewed.
The children's section is packed with books, a comfy chair for story time, videos and CD's for kids, and more.
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Catch up on the latest news in the magazine and newspaper section of the library. Non-current magazines may also be signed out.
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Programs:
Storytime for Children: Westbank library offers half-hour storytime sessions from September to May. Storytimes are free and no registration is required. Children will enjoy oral stories, fingerplays, action rhymes and songs at these sessions.
Summer Reading Activities: Ask about reading and fun activities for the kids over the summer months.
Wednesday Evenings at the Library: Friends of the Westbank Library host the popular "Wednesday Evenings at the Library" series from October to May. One Wednesday evening of each month a local guest speaker or group gives a presentation on any of a variety of interesting topics. All events are held at 7:00 pm in the Westbank Library.
Library Tours: A tour of the library is available to any group who makes an arrangement with the librarian in advance.
Clearing out the Bookcase?
The Library gratefully accepts donations of books in good condition. We especially like to receive materials pertaining to local history, best sellers and clean copies of the classics. Books in good condition may be added to the library’s collection. Others will be sent to a library book sale.
David and Judy (head librarian) are just two of the many wonderful staff who keep this library one of the most "novel" treasures on the Westside!
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For more information, contact the Westbank Branch at 768-4369 or visit them online at The Okanagan Regional Library
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