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Framed in death by J. D. Robb
I know how this ends by Holly Smale,
Homework by Geoff Dyer,
Presence / [DVD]
The mind mappers by Eric Andrew-Gee,
French girl / [DVD]
Novocaine / [DVD]
The second coming by Carter Sherman,
The afterlife of Malcolm X by Mark Whitaker,
JAJ by Michael Nicoll Yahgulanaas,
The keeper of lost art by Laura Morelli,
Death at the white hart by Chris Chibnall
On the edge of the dark sea of darkness by Andrew Peterson
He falls first by Jill Shalvis,
The almightier by Paul Vigna,
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Indigenous Portal

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

Programs, Events, Services and Recommendations

Illustration of a child playing a saxophone to another child and a goose. The text reads TD Summer Reading Club Wrap-Up Party!

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.

Illustration of a school bus and open book. The text reads Storytime on a School Bus.

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

Library Kiosk at kingston secondary school

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

King Con: Queer Witches and Magical Enbies: Adan Jerreat-Poole in Conversation with The Witch Institute's Tamara de Szegheo Lang

Upcoming Programs and Events

Queer Witches and Magical Enbies

On June 25 join us for a special conversation between local YA fantasy author and academic, Adan Jerreat-Poole (The Girl of Hawthorn and Glass & The Boi of Feather and Steel) and Queen’s Department of Film and Media’s Tamara de Szegheo Lang about the witch’s role as a queer, feminist, and activist icon. This King Con 2021 event will also figure as a "teaser" for August’s “Witch Institute” at Queen's, an international online symposium focus on contemporary imaginings of the witch in popular and visual culture.

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King Con: Waubgeshig Rice in Conversation With Cole Pauls

Upcoming Programs and Events

KFPL Presents Waubgeshig Rice in Conversation With Cole Pauls for King Con 2021!

KFPL is pleased to launch King Con 2021 with this special conversation between two generations of Indigenous creators speaking about their creative processes, shared interests, and unique approaches. Join us for this live online event featuring best-selling author of Moon of the Crusted Snow, Waubgeshig Rice, and comics artist Cole Pauls (Dakwäkãda Warriors) on June 24!

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Storywalk

Upcoming Programs and Events

Ready for an Adventure?

Bring the family downtown any time from June 12- 25, and StoryWalk® in a brand new way! Download the map, start at Happy Thoughts YGK and keep your eyes peeled for each page of I Promise in business windows.

Your adventure is spread over a few city blocks, so bring water, snacks, and maybe a stroller or wagon for the littlest legs in your family. You'll find the last page at our Central Branch where you can pick up your special I Promise magnet and find more great stories to enjoy!

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