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.
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Indigenous Portal
Engage with KFPL's Indigenous programming, collections and community partnerships!
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Kids Events
Join the Celebration: 100 Years of the Murney Tower Museum
Celebrate 100 years of the Murney Tower Museum with a reading of The Time-Travelling Adventures of Mr. Murney. Enjoy crafts, snacks and fun for all ages!
Library Services
Get help from a Tech Tutor!
We're here to help you with your digital dilemmas.
Adults and seniors can now book appointments at the Calvin Park, Central, Isabel Turner and Rideau Heights Branches for one-on-one support with things like using library digital resources, using computer software or personal mobile devices, or otherwise learning computer and internet basics.
Library Services
Borrow a radon detector
Radon is dangerous in high quantities, but undetectable without proper testing. Kingston Frontenac Public Library is now loaning 55 Corentium Home radon detectors in partnership with KFL&A Public Health, available from October to March when household radon levels are highest. Kits are available at all KFPL branches and are free to borrow for three-week periods.
Kids Events
Read for Fun with Queen's
Queen's University tutors will work one-on-one with children ages 6-12 to increase their literacy and numeracy skills in community reading circles. These circles will be available at the Calvin Park, Pittsburgh and Isabel Turner Branches.
For more information on Queen's Students for Literacy and Read for Fun or to access the learner registration form, please visit qsliteracy.org.