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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Programs, Events, Services and Recommendations
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!
Enjoy works by authors in the 2023 Kingston WritersFest lineup
Whether you love fiction, social issues, food writing or spoken word, the 15th annual Kingston WritersFest will inspire you.
Check out these books by authors featured in this year’s WritersFest!
Upcoming Programs and Events
Get one-on-one genealogy help
Get tips and suggestions to take your family tree to the next level! Schedule a 30-minute Zoom meeting with KFPL's Local History and Heritage librarian, Anne Hall, to discuss your research. Only one session per person, please!
Each session will be held at 3:15 p.m. on Wednesdays from August 23 through September 27.
Empower your reading with the Queen's AMS/ASUS Equity Book Club
The Queen's AMS/ASUS Equity Book Club list is here! Enjoy these titles centred on equity, Indigenous identity and anti-oppression.