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Entirely emmie by Terri Libenson
Can't get enough by Kennedy Ryan
The comeback trail / [DVD]
Nothing more of this land by Joseph Lee, (1992-)
A mind of her own by Danielle Steel,
Mark twain by Ron Chernow
The cia book club by Charlie English
A mind of her own by Danielle Steel,
Leaving the witness by Amber Scorah
Hollywood vampires by Kelly Loudenberg,
The song that called them home by David Robertson, (1977-)
The last bookwanderer by Anna James
Restaurant kid by Rachel Phan,
The CIA book club by Charlie English,
Phyllis's orange shirt by Phyllis Webstad
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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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Kids Events

Let’s Celebrate a Summer of Reading Success!

We’re wrapping up this year’s TD Summer Reading Club with a special celebration to honour all our amazing readers! Join us for an exciting Fire and Ice show presented by Mad Science, enjoy face painting, tasty treats and strike a pose in front of our festive photo backdrop. As a special memento of your summer reading success, you’ll receive a Polaroid photo to take home. 

Need a break from the noise? Step into our Quiet Corner, where kids can enjoy calming, hands-on activities and experiments in a peaceful setting.

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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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Kids Events

Storytime on a School Bus

Help your child with the big transition to school by climbing aboard a real school bus for stories, songs and more! This program is for children ages 3 to 5.

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

Library Kiosk

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

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Upcoming Programs and Events

Introducing Peas in a Podcast

Your favourite storytellers have a podcast! Join Kingston Frontenac Public Library's team of singing, joking, reading, moving and grooving programmers, and our friends, for a short podcast that will keep kids of all ages inspired and entertained.

In this month's episode, hear the Little Red Hen's story, jump from puddle to puddle, pick up a few facts about potatoes, laugh at our buzz-worthy jokes, and learn about a very special book with KFPL's Kathy and her friends!

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Library Services

Evening hours return May 2!

There's no need to rush in after work or wait for the weekend to get to the library! All of our City of Kingston branches will join our Isabel Turner Branch in offering evening hours in May, making it easier for you to visit.

Early morning hours are also returning to Central, Calvin Park and Isabel Turner, and our Rideau Heights Branch will once again be open all day on Saturdays.

Beginning May 2, our Calvin Park, Central and Isabel Turner Branches will be open 9 a.m. to. 8 p.m. Monday to Thursday, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Rideau Heights will be open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays, plus 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday. And, beginning May 3, Pittsburgh will be open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. from Tuesday to Thursday, plus 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturdays.

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