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Fetishized by Kaila Yu, (1979-)
A physical education by Casey Johnston,
Steve Martin writes the written word by Steve Martin, (1945-)
Joyspan by Kerry Burnight,
Is a river alive? by Robert Macfarlane, (1976-)
Buzzkill clamshell by Amber Dawn, (1974-)
The opposite of settling by Case Kenny,
In Edith's kitchen by Edith Galvez,
Murderland by Caroline Fraser,
Cocoon by Ali Heath,
How to menopause by Tamsen Fadal,
Out of the woods by Gregg Olsen,
Dinner with King Tut by Sam Kean,
The origin of language by Madeleine Beekman,
Smartphone nation by Kaitlyn Regehr,
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Illustration of a globe and books sprouting roses. The text reads International Literacy Day.

May We Suggest

International Literacy Day Booklist

International Literacy Day, observed worldwide on Sept. 8, highlights literacy as a fundamental human right and a foundation for building more inclusive, just and sustainable societies. Explore our curated booklist to celebrate the power of literacy.

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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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Library Kiosk

Library Kiosk at kingston secondary school

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

Proposed community garden map with text reading Community Harvest Garden at Calvin Park

Library Services

New Loving Spoonful garden underway at Calvin Park

Loving Spoonful's newest Community Harvest Garden will soon be under construction at the Calvin Park Branch! Part of a bigger project to rejuvenate our courtyard and greenspace, the garden will provide free or low-cost food to community members, including through a Community Harvest Market at the branch on Thursdays from 3 to 5 p.m. starting June 30.

Check out the Community Harvest website, and follow them on Facebook for other ways to get or stay involved.

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Books with a rainbow and text reading May We Suggest: International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia

May We Suggest

May We Suggest: Understanding why IDAHOTB matters

The International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia is May 17, every year, in recognition of the World Health Organization declassifying homosexuality as a mental disorder on May 17, 1990. This year's theme is “Our Bodies, Our Lives, Our Rights”, highlighting the right to live one's sexuality, express gender(s) freely, and be free of violence and discrimination.

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