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Insatiable hunger by Joseph W. Graham
Funeral songs for dying girls by Cherie Dimaline, (1975-)
Phyllis's orange shirt by Phyllis Webstad
Unbroken by Angela Sterritt,
Avec nos curs orange by Phyllis Webstad,
Indigiqueerness by Joshua Whitehead
My powerful hair by Carole Lindstrom, (1964-)
Smile so big by Sunshine Quem Tenasco,
Indigenous continent by Pekka Hamalainen, (1967-)
Namwayut, we are all one by Robert Joseph, (1939-)
Odagahodhes by Gae Ho Hwako Norma Jacobs,
Speaking of indigenous politics by J. Kēhaulani Kauanui, (1968-)
The journey forward, a novella on reconciliation
Aboriginal by Jennifer Adese
Truth and indignation by Ronald Niezen
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Indigenous Portal

Engage with KFPL's Indigenous programming, collections and community partnerships!

Programs, Events, Services and Recommendations

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Upcoming Programs and Events

Seedling Swap

Bring your extra seeds, seedlings or houseplant cuttings to the Calvin Park and Cloyne branches and swap them for something new! This all-ages, drop-in event is a great chance to trade plants, share knowledge and connect with fellow plant lovers—no registration is required.

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Reminiscing Kits

Reminiscing Kits

Borrow a Reminiscing Kit with curated resources and a how-to resource guide to help you engage with loved ones experiencing dementia.

The Isabel Turner Branch will be temporarily closed starting Fall 2024 for renovations. During this time, we’ll be temporarily moving to the Cataraqui Centre.  Get updates here.

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Upcoming Programs and Events

Community Building and Neighbourhood Design

Join Neighbourhood Climate Action Champion Jessica Campbell to learn how small changes can make a big impact! Explore simple, community-focused ways to help the environment, all while connecting with your neighbours.

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Enhance your library access — register for Extended Hours at the Pittsburgh Branch.

Library Kiosk

Library Kiosk at kingston secondary school

Enjoy expanded service in the Kingscourt neighbourhood with the Library Kiosk at Kingston Secondary School.

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Upcoming Programs and Events

Red Dress Day

May 5 marks Red Dress Day, a day dedicated to honouring Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit People (MMIWG2S+) in Canada. The REDress Project, created by Métis artist Jamie Black, is a powerful art installation that features red dresses displayed in public spaces to raise awareness of the lives of those missing and murdered.

The Sexual Assault Centre Kingston and the Kingston Native Centre and Language Nest will present an installation at several KFPL branches from May 5-19, showcasing red dresses and poetry.

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