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Programs, Events, Services and Recommendations

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.

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.

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

Library Kiosk at kingston secondary school

Enjoy expanded service in the Kingscourt neighbourhood with the Library Kiosk at Kingston Secondary School.

Iain Reid, his dog, and two of his books. Text reads Bookmarks: An Hour with Iain Reid

Spend an hour with Iain Reid

Join KFPL and Queen's University Library for an unforgettable in-person reading and Q&A session with Iain Reid, one of Kingston’s impressive literary stars. The event will be held on March 31, from 2-3 p.m. at the Central Branch.

Brain Storm Series: Treating Glioblastoma Multiforme

Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBM) is a primary brain tumour that has a dire prognosis for patients despite the current aggressive standard of care. Dure S. Khan from the Queen’s Centre for Neuroscience Studies will share how Focused Ultrasound (FUS) and microbubbles, early-stage, less invasive treatment options, are being investigated as a potential alternative for treating GBM. Join us on Mar.21 to learn more!