Loud at the Library photos and videos
Shots and clips from last night's show
An Islands View and Suave Equation put on a great show last night!
Check out the photos on Flickr.
Video clips are on YouTube.
11 July
2008
2008
14 July
2008
2008
Outside Beauty by Cynthia Kadohata
One mother. Four daughters, one unbreakable bond. However, when an accident drives the four away from their mother to each of their different respective fathers, the bond is threatened, stretched, and thinned to breaking point.
Raised by their mother in an environment where outside beauty is everything, the girls receive a wake up call and are forced to cope with the fact that their lives have been drastically changed.
In Outside Beauty, Newberry Medal-winning author Cynthia Kadohata has explored and pushed the conventional beliefs of society. Through the spunky first person narration of Shelby, Kadohata has demonstrated the true power of sisterly love.
Thought-provoking and deep, Kadohata's Outside Beauty depicts a journey; the journey that four girls unwillingly embarked upon to find themselves as well as the previously distanced relationship with their fathers, and finally, emerged to become stronger, more responsible, and better versed in the ways of the world.
Marilyn. Shelby. Lakey. Maddie. Four different girls with four different fathers. Four people who discovered that sometimes, it's the beauty on the inside that really counts.
One beautiful read.
Coming soon to the library...
22 July
2008
2008
I liked the book better
Check out our online summer reading club.
Post reviews or join a discussion. Sign on for live chats.
More than 2,000 teens across Canada have already signed up. Join the crowd!
You could win an official Teen SRC book bag, a pack of microwave popcorn, and a funky clip-on reading light. Just post a book review (or two or more!) and your name is automatically entered into the draw.
29 August
2008
2008
Video Games are Here!
Following the success of last week's gaming launch, you can now search for the library's video games via the library catalogue. Over the next while, the list of available games will grow, so remember to check the catalogue often to see what's been added. To check out what we've got right now, click here.
If you're interested in connecting with other gamers and trying out our games, you might want to come and check out some of our programs we're offering this fall! There are programs for teens only, as well as some for youth ages 8 and up that you are welcome to attend too.
To see a calendar of the programs that are happening, please click here.
30 September
2008
2008
Mental Illness Awareness Week
October 5-11, 2008
Coming up, Canadians across the country will be marking Mental Illness Awareness Week.
Did you know that mental illness affects more than six million Canadians? Or that close to 4000 Canadians commit suicide each year? Did you know that suicide is the most common cause of death between people aged 15-24? Find these facts and more here. Another place you might want to check out is the Youth Net Mental Health Services. Click here.
Also be sure to check out some of the recommended sites we've provided in the Health and Sexuality section of Life Happens, right here at The Scene. Finally, take a peek at our online catalogue to see what materials we offer here at the library. eg) If you're looking for a novel or book to read, take a look here.
02 October
2008
2008
LOUD at the LIBRARY!
October 23, 2008- 7-9pm (doors open at 6:30pm)
Rock music?! At the library?! You better believe it!
The Central Branch (downtown) of the Kingston Frontenac Public Library is going to get a whole lot louder on October 23, 2008! Local teen bands, Unconscious Encore and An Island's View, are gearing up to treat one lucky audience to a great blend of indie, hip-hop, and alternative music!
The cost to attend is FREE, but you must present a ticket. Beginning October 16, free tickets will be available from local library branches (Central, Isabel Turner, Kingscourt, Calvin Park, Pittsburgh, and Sydenham). Get those tickets while they're hot!
This concert is open to teens ages 13 and up.
It's time to rock the library, Kingston! Just remember, no shushing allowed!
Fast Facts:
Loud at the Library
Bands: Unconscious Encore and An Island’s View
Date: Thursday October 23 2008
Time: 7-9pm (doors open at 6:30pm)
Location: Central Branch (130 Johnson St) Kingston Frontenac Public Library
Cost: FREE
Ages: 13+
Please contact Sarah (thatlibrarian@kfpl.ca) for more details. Check out the event on Facebook and help spread the word!
07 January
2009
2009
TEEN COFFEE HOUSE at the LIBRARY
Central Branch - 130 Johnson St. - Feb. 19
Do you SING? Want to show off your mad IMPROV skills? Play an INSTRUMENT? Got your own POETRY or stories? Have a hidden TALENT you're dying to reveal?
On Thursday, February 19 the Central Branch of the Kingston Frontenac Public Library will be hosting a COFFEE HOUSE!
If you are interested in performing, email Sarah at the email address provided below or sign up in person on the second floor of the library downtown.
If you want to come to support your friends on stage, the more the merrier! Everyone welcome!!
Date: Thursday, February 19, 2009
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Location: Central Branch
Street: 130 Johnson St
City: Kingston, ON
EMAIL ADDRESS: thatlibrarian@kfpl.ca
Check out the event on Facebook too!
26 January
2009
2009
Teen Title gets Book of the Week Honour!
Who says that books from the KFPL's teen collection are just for teens?!
Think you can guess which title has been recognized by the KFPL adult department as Book of the Week? Here are some hints:
1 - It's by a local author.
2 - The main character's name is Ellie.
3 - It was the winner of the Orca Book Publisher's novel contest.
Any ideas? Click here to see which teen title is getting the big buzz!
09 March
2009
2009
March Break Stuff!
Who says that puppets belong only in Sesame Street and Muppets movies?! Puppets at the KFPL be taking to the stage to dazzle audiences in the second annual "Puppet Idol" competition on Thursday, March 19.
Interested in being a puppeteer (er, "vocal coach") and having some fun? Just follow these simple steps:
1. Register online.(http://www.kfpl.ca/programsEvents/childrensPrograms and click the second "here" link)
2. Come to the Central Branch on Thursday, March 19 at 1pm.
3. Pick a puppet.
4. Pick a song.
5. Practice with your puppet and your music.
6. At 2:30pm, we will be inviting anyone and everyone to come watch as your puppet dazzles the stage! On hand will be a panel of judges who will offer friendly tips and witty banter after each puppet performance.
The more, the merrier! Help make this second-annual event a great success!
Any questions? Phone the Central branch at 613-549-8888, ext. 1190.