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Reflecting on the TRC’s Calls to Action: Ten Years Later – Live Webinar

Join us for a live-streamed webinar from the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation.

The webinar will reflect on the 10 years since the TRC’s 94 Calls to Action were released—what progress has been made, what remains and the challenges that persist. A facilitated group discussion will follow the screening.

Light snacks, tea and coffee will be provided. Feel free to bring your own lunch.

Register on Beanstack for the Truth and Reconciliation Reading Challenge.

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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International Literacy Day Booklist

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.

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.

Journée pédagogique - 15 novembre

Cette journée pédagogique, rejoignez les marionnettistes de KFPL pour un atelier sur la création de spectacles de marionnettes! À travers plusieurs activités (jeux de théâtre, casting de marionnettes, répétitions, etc.) les enfants exploreront comment créer leur propre spectacle de A à Z. Pour les enfants de 8-12 ans.

Les parents/tuteurs d’enfants de  7 - 9 ans doivent rester dans la bibliothèque pendant la durée du programme. Ce programme sera livré en français. L’inscription est obligatoire.

Constellations: Gender: Your Guide with Lee Airton

Gender: Your Guide with Lee Airton

The days of two genders—male, female; boy, girl; blue, pink—are over, if they ever existed at all. Gender is now a global conversation, and one that is constantly evolving.

KFPL is pleased to announce the inauguration of our Constellations lecture and demonstration series with the Kingston/Katarokwi paperback launch of Dr. Lee Airton's Gender: Your Guide. Airton is an Author and Assistant Professor of Gender and Sexuality Studies in Education at Queen’s University. Their gender-friendly guide to gender diversity empowers readers with the skills we need to “welcome all of the ways that people do gender.” The work has been called "a must-have for everyone" (Washington Post), "a warm, inviting guide to a complicated area" (Globe and Mail), and "an invaluable resource for both new and veteran allies" (Library Journal).

On Monday, November 11, Airton will be at KFPL’s Central branch from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm to read from their work, discuss its contents, and field questions from the audience.

Preserving Our Languages for the Next Seven Generations

Dr. Lindsay Morcom will share insights on Indigenous language revitalization, followed by a catered dinner, discussion and film screenings, kicking off a two-day celebration of Indigenous languages.

Central Branch, Nov. 8th, 3-8pm, Program Room 1 (second floor), free, all are welcome