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Slow burn summer by Josie Silver,
The secrets we keep by Amy Lillard,
Beltenebros by Antonio Muñoz Molina,
Creation node by Stephen Baxter,
Wild dark shore by Charlotte McConaghy,
The Poppy Fields by Nikki Erlick,
The garden club murders by Jonathan Whitelaw,
The night sparrow by Shelly Sanders, (1964-)
Tides of honour by Genevieve Graham,
Murder takes a vacation by Laura Lippman, (1959-)
Parents weekend by Alex Finlay,
The engine house by Rhys Dylan,
Curses by George Wylesol,
The black highway by Simon Toyne, (1968-)
Munich wolf by Rory Clements,
indigenous portal

Indigenous Portal

Engage with KFPL's Indigenous programming, collections and community partnerships!

Programs, Events, Services and Recommendations

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Upcoming Programs and Events

Live @ the Library: Little Ray's Reptiles

Explore animal self-defence mechanisms, including how ferrets stay flexible and how tarantulas protect themselves. Live animals may include mammals, arachnids, lizards and more! This bilingual show is for ages 4 and up.

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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.

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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Indigenous Heritage

Celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day

June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. This important day of celebration and commemoration was established in 1996 and took its current name in 2017. Make this day an opportunity to engage with the Indigenous cultures, histories and communities throughout Turtle Island! 

Visit the KFPL Indigenous Portal on our website for information on local resources and services, learn about KFPL’s efforts towards Truth and Reconciliation and visit our booth at City Park from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on June 21, 2023 to explore our related offerings!

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May We Suggest

Through struggle and strength: Essential reads for World Refugee Day

World Refugee Day is an international day designated by the United Nations to honour refugees around the globe. It falls each year on June 20 and celebrates the strength and courage of people forced to flee their home country to escape conflict or persecution. 

Explore the depths of courage, hope and the universal quest for belonging in this collection that sheds light on the experiences of refugees from around the world.

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