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!
Better Together: Inspired by Reelout 2023
Kingston is home to a vibrant arts community! We can attend festivals and performances year-round thanks to the work of local arts professionals.
This winter, we are celebrating LGBTQ2S+ filmmakers with the 24th Reelout Queer Film Festival, which takes place January 26 to February 5, 2023. Read on for book and DVD suggestions inspired by films from the festival’s lineup.
Upcycling and sustainability books to help you waste less
Crafting and hobbies can become expensive, especially if you need to buy new supplies and equipment. By upcycling — taking something that would go to waste, like scrap fabric, and turning it into something valuable — you can save money, create something one of a kind and help the environment.
Our December 2022 Create newsletter focused on upcycling and sustainability. Here are a few of the titles we highlighted. You can sign up for a newsletter any time!
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New year, new reads: It's time to move over to Libby!
Looking for a new release from December 2022 or eagerly awaiting January's new reads? You'll find the eBooks and eAudiobooks in Libby by OverDrive.
The countdown is on, and with less than three weeks before cloudLibrary is unavailable, it's time to check out our new goldmine of books and magazines! There are currently 1,188 eBooks — 165 of those are for kids and teens — and 475 eAudiobooks — 56 for kids and teens — up for grabs!
Download the Libby app, explore the website, including unlimited digital magazines, and check out our FAQ for more information.