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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Indigenous Portal
Engage with KFPL's Indigenous programming, collections and community partnerships!
Programs, Events, Services and Recommendations
Kids Events
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!
Kids Events
Words from the Wild Goes Live!
Love learning about animals and nature? Watch last Thursday's Words from the Wild, then join Elizabeth on Zoom to ask nature questions, meet other wild-minded kids, and enjoy a nature read-aloud!
Why are we "Live from the 500s"? Join us to find out!
Join us from 2:00pm to 2:30pm on Monday afternoons this summer. Register to receive a Zoom meeting invitation.
Monday, July 20
Monday, July 27
Monday, August 10
Monday, August 17
Upcoming Programs and Events
Teen Volunteers Needed to Assist With Virtual Reading Buddies Program!
KFPL’s Reading Buddies program exists to nurture the developing literacy skills of young readers. KFPL is looking for teen volunteers to assist library staff as we provide reading support and facilitate fun literacy activities for developing readers in Grades 1 through 3. This year, the program will be offered virtually through the Zoom streaming service, so we will also be exploring digital literacy! Please visit our volunteering page for more information.
Need an event calendar for your fridge?
We have more than 100 online programs for all ages happening through the summer! You can find a complete listing in our event calendar, but sometimes a printed flyer can be helpful.Design your own, tailored to include only the programs you want. Rachael walks you through it in today's video.