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Heavenly bodies by Imani Erriu
Meet your family = by David Bouchard, (1952-)
Truth and indignation by Ronald Niezen
Far from home by Danielle Steel,
How to survive a bear attack by Claire Cameron, (1973-)
Homework by Geoff Dyer,
Battle of the bookstores by Ali Brady
A family matter by Claire Lynch, (1981-)
The life of chuck by Stephen King
My name is emilia del valle by Isabel Allende
Birth of a dynasty by Chinaza Bado,
An enemy in the village by Martin Walker
Fated throne by Caroline Peckham,
Typewriter beach by Meg Waite Clayton
The song that called them home by David Robertson, (1977-)
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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

A Kingston Pride and KFPL collaboration

Register to join us at Springer Market Square to celebrate Kingston Pride on Sunday, September 26. Drag queens will showcase books promoting the messages of diversity and inclusion and acceptance. Storytimes are at 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. 

Don't forget to pick up your free Kingston Pride Take Home Kit!  Celebrate at home with your little ones using this free take-home kit. Available until supplies last, starting Saturday, September 18 at the Isabel Turner Branch.

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Kids Events

Celebrate Science Literacy Week

Queens Connections will be co-hosting two special events at the Calvin Park Branch. Grades 2-4 can register to explore the different seasons by creating a scene in the virtual reality platform, CoSpaces. Grades 4-6 can register to learn how to code their own micro:bit program to help solve current climate concerns!   Rather pick up a take-home kit?  Register for a Sticky Science activity kit, and follow along the online workshop! 

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