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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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

An illustration of three people sat at a table talking. Two have speech bubbles that read Bonjour and Hello. The text reads: Café Franglish

Café Franglish

Join us for Café Franglish, a relaxed meet-up where Francophones and Anglophones come together to practice their English and French in a friendly setting. You’ll have the chance to enjoy engaging conversations over a cup of coffee. It’s a great opportunity to connect, learn and practice in a welcoming environment! 

The next Café Franglish is Wednesday, Nov. 27 at the Calvin Park Branch. 

An illustration of two children smiling. The text reads Curious Minds: Exploring Autism Together with Queen's University Autism Awarness Society.

Curious Minds: Exploring Autism Together

Come together with the Queen's University Autism Awareness Society on Saturday, Nov. 23, at the Central Branch for fun, interactive activities that explore the unique experiences of individuals on the autism spectrum, promoting empathy, respect and inclusivity. No registration is required.