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The riveter by Jack Wang, (1972-)
A curse carved in bone by Danielle L. Jensen
Beach reads and deadly deeds by Allison Brennan,
The eye of the Bedlam Bride by Matt Dinniman,
Tusk love by Thea Guanzon,
The emperor of gladness by Ocean Vuong, (1988-)
The great alone by Kristin Hannah,
The correspondent by Virginia Evans, (1986-)
Strangers in time by David Baldacci,
Bones of a giant by Brian Thomas Isaac,
Gold Coast dilemma by Nana Malone,
Hounding a killer by Kallie E. Benjamin, (1964-)
Beltenebros by Antonio Muñoz Molina,
Trials of the Jedi by Charles Soule,
The names by Florence Knapp,
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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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Indigenous Heritage

Explore the Outdoors with Our New Nature Discovery Backpacks!

Join us for the launch of our Nature Discovery Backpacks, in partnership with Watersheds Canada. To celebrate, Watersheds Canada will be on site offering engaging demonstrations and nature-themed activities. Each backpack is packed with tools for hands-on exploration—from field guides and collection jars to water quality test kits and a park pass to a Rideau Valley Conservation Authority site or Rock Dunder. 

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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.

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Upcoming Programs and Events

Café Franglish

Practice your English and French in a friendly environment at Café Franglish, a weekly drop-in meeting space where Francophones and Anglophones discuss interesting topics over a cup of coffee. 

Practique ton anglais et ton français dans un environnement convivial!

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Upcoming Programs and Events

Advance Care Planning

Led by Compassionate Communities Kingston, this Advance Care Planning session empowers you to arrange your future care needs so your wishes will be respected and carried out if you can't speak for yourself. On Tuesday, Oct. 22, learn the importance of selecting a substitute decision-maker and communicating your beliefs, values and wishes to them. Take control of your future care today!

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