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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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!
Local love: Kingston Frontenac authors
Whether you’re travelling abroad, heading to the cottage or staying in town this summer, you can enjoy a bit of Kingston and Frontenac County wherever you go with a book from one of our many talented local authors. From essays and poetry to memoirs, mysteries and recipe books, our writers offer something for everyone!
Your top titles: June 2023
Looking for something to add to your reading list? Here are a few of our library users' top loans and reservations from June 2023!
Enrich your perspective: Diverse books for Canadian Multiculturalism Day
June 27 is Canadian Multiculturalism Day, a time to celebrate the diverse cultural communities that shape a strong and lively Canadian society. Read these books, appreciate our differences and unite in a shared commitment to equity, inclusion, and mutual respect.