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A deceit of lapwings by Steve Burrows,
The winds from further west by Alexander McCall Smith
An inside job by Daniel Silva
Death of a unicorn / [DVD]
How to menopause by Tamsen Fadal,
I'll be right there / [DVD]
Empire of ai by Karen Hao
On the edge of the dark sea of darkness by Andrew Peterson
The river is waiting by Wally Lamb
A mind of her own by Danielle Steel,
The safekeep by Yael van der Wouden
Moby-Dick by Herman Melville, (1819-1891,)
Anarchists in love by Robert Hough
The Afghans by Åsne Seierstad, (1970-)
Itty-bitty kitty-corn by Shannon Hale
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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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Upcoming Programs and Events

Older Adults Day

Join KFPL and Kingston Community Health Centres every Monday at the Rideau Heights Community Centre for a day of activities designed for older adults. Take part in exercise classes, educational workshops, a talking café, cards and board games and a monthly book club.

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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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Library Services

Book a Tech Tutor Appointment

The Tech Tutor program helps individuals navigate digital challenges, such as using library resources like OverDrive and hoopla, getting started with Office software, learning to use new devices like phones or e-readers and mastering basic computer and internet skills. Through one-on-one appointments, library users receive patient and personalized guidance as they explore their digital learning journey.

Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call 613-549-8888 or visit any branch to book your appointment.

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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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