Recent additions to the collection

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I'm still here / [DVD]
To lose a war by Jon Lee Anderson,
The Alto Knights / [DVD]
Soul searching by Lyla Sage
Nightshade by Michael Connelly
Mean moms by Emma Rosenblum,
Maggie; or, a man and a woman walk into a bar by Katie Yee
Indian Horse
These summer storms by Sarah MacLean,
Hemlock & silver by T. Kingfisher
Arcana academy by Elise Kova
Scarred by Clark Fredericks,
A Minecraft movie / [DVD]
Changing my mind by Julian Barnes,
Problematic summer romance by Ali Hazelwood
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Indigenous Portal

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

Programs, Events, Services and Recommendations

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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Upcoming Programs and Events

Older Adults Day

Join KFPL and Kingston Community Health Centres every Monday at the Rideau Heights Community Centre for a day of activities designed for older adults. Take part in exercise classes, educational workshops, a talking café, cards and board games and a monthly book club.

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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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Kids Events

Ready for a new adventure?

Bring the family downtown any time in October, and StoryWalk® in a brand new way!

Download the map, start at Springer Market Square, and keep your eyes peeled for each page of The Cow Who Climbed a Tree in business windows.

Your adventure is spread over 18 city blocks, so bring water, snacks, and maybe a stroller or wagon for the littlest legs in your family. You'll find last page is at our Central Branch where you can rest and find more great stories to enjoy!

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Upcoming Programs and Events

Trek the Akshayuk Pass

Photographer and adventurer Lola Reid Allin takes you on a trip through the Akshayuk Pass, in Nunavut’s Auyuittuq National Park on Baffin Island.  Follow her trek each week with stunning photos, released every Monday through the KFPL Instagram account.  Armchair travel at its best!

Mondays from October 5 through December 14.  

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Kids' book reviews

Kids Events

Calling all bookworms!

Calling all bookworms! Do you enjoy graphic novels? How about fantasy novels? Share your thoughts about books with other kids by joining the Kids' Book Reviews: Take-Home Project.

We are looking for kids to review new books. Kids will receive a free copy of the book that they review. Reviews will be posted to the KFPL website.

 

Age Group: For ages 6 to 12

Registration Deadline: October 15

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