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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Join the Celebration: 100 Years of the Murney Tower Museum
Celebrate 100 years of the Murney Tower Museum with a reading of The Time-Travelling Adventures of Mr. Murney. Enjoy crafts, snacks and fun for all ages!
Keep the KCFF fun going
The Kingston Canadian Film Festival is the largest festival in the world dedicated exclusively to Canadian film. The festival is over for 2022, but the fun continues with these films and books that pair well with the films in the KCFF lineup! The links will take you to all of the formats we have available.
Find Part One of our KCFF 2022 collection here.
May We Suggest: Gain a deeper understanding of homelessness
Homelessness is a stubborn, tragic issue that can only be addressed through education, dialogue and collaboration. Reading and hearing stories about and by people experiencing homelessness, people in vulnerable situations and marginalized individuals is important in reducing the stigma these individuals face.
May We Suggest: Nowruz Selections
Nowruz celebrates the Persian New Year, and the beginning of spring as it starts on the spring equinox. It's one of the most important holiday in Iran and has been celebrated for over 3000 years. This year, it starts Mar. 20. Enjoy these books, films and more!