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Indigenous Portal

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

Programs, Events, Services and Recommendations

Illustration of an orange book on white background. The text reads Truth and Reconciliation Reading Challenge.

Upcoming Programs and Events

Truth and Reconciliation Reading Challenge

KFPL invites readers of all ages to take part in the Truth and Reconciliation Reading Challenge, launching Sept. 30. Explore books by Indigenous authors to learn about the histories, languages, cultures and lived experiences of Indigenous Peoples.

Track your reading in Beanstack to earn badges for activities, reviews and time milestones. Each badge is an entry into the grand prize draw for an orange shirt pin beading kit. The more you read, the more chances you have to win!

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Register on Beanstack for the Truth and Reconciliation Reading Challenge.

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.

Image of the Franco-Ontario flag on a green background. The text reads Celebrating Franco-Ontario Day.

May We Suggest

Celebrating Franco-Ontario Day

Sept. 25 is Franco-Ontarian Day—a time to celebrate the history, culture and contributions of Franco-Ontarians, who have been part of Ontario’s story for more than 400 years. Discover their voices and experiences through our suggested reading list.

Read the List

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.

Image of a drag queen reading a book. The text reads Drag Queen Storytime with Rowena Whey.

Upcoming Programs and Events

Drag Queen Storytime With Rowena Whey!

Celebrate diversity, inclusion and acceptance with Rowena Whey! Join us for a vibrant and engaging Drag Queen Storytime featuring books that highlight the power of being yourself and embracing others.

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Colorful promotional banner for Little Ray's Reptiles live bilingual show at the library featuring a blue spotted salamander, a ferret holding a purple fish, and a large black and orange spider illustration.

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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