Join KFPL and the Chinese Canadian Association of Kingston and District (CCAKD) for Lunar New Year celebrations at the Central Branch! Enjoy a Lion Dance, cultural performances, Tai Chi and Kung Fu demos, activities like poetry and writing workshops, bilingual Family Storytime, a Year of the Snake craft, face painting inspired by Spring Festival symbols and light refreshments.

Browse KFPL’s Lunar New Year reading recommendations to learn more about the rich traditions, stories and celebrations that make this holiday special.

Honour Black Histories and Futures Month with a curated reading list that shines a spotlight on Black histories and culture in Canada and beyond.

Participate in the Black Histories and Futures Month Reading Challenge on Beanstack to win prizes!

Celebrate Black Histories and Futures Month at KFPL with a range of events, including Family Storytime with Ruthy’s Reading Room, an inclusive art therapy workshop, kente cloth weaving, Carnival headpiece making and a documentary screening and discussion with Chichi Ayalogu.