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Indigenous Portal

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Programs, Events, Services and Recommendations

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Love Books? Join the Summer Reading Challenge!

Readers of all ages are invited to join our Summer Reading Challenges! Explore books, complete fun activities and challenges and track your progress using Beanstack. By participating, you’ll earn chances to win exciting prizes throughout the summer! Everyone who completes their challenge will be entered to win one of our Grand Prizes, awarded to one participant in each age group. Sign up today on Beanstack and make this summer a celebration of stories, adventures and discovery. Thank you to the Friends of the Library for supporting summer reading programs at KFPL. 

The challenges start on Saturday, June 14, and run until Sunday, Aug. 24.

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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Great Canadian Reads

Celebrate Canada with stories that explore our history, culture and identity. This curated collection offers something for every age and interest, from picture books to powerful non-fiction.

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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Your summer reading list

These books capture the essence of summer, whether lounging at the beach, relaxing at the cottage or camping under the stars. From cozy mysteries and poignant short stories to tender romances and travel memoirs, there’s something on this list for everyone. 

Remember to track your reads on Beanstack for your chance to win prizes during our summer reading programs!

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Reading for Pride Month

Celebrate Pride Month with a book collection that showcases 2SLGBTQIA+ experiences and stories. From heartwarming children's tales to thought-provoking young adult and adult novels, these selections highlight themes of identity, inclusion, love and self-discovery for readers of all ages.