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Dandelion by Jamie Chai Yun Liew,
The tenant by Freida McFadden,
The Nordkapp affair by Bart Gauvin,
The keeper of lost art by Laura Morelli,
Bitterfrost by Bryan Gruley,
The secret room by Jane Casey
Park avenue by Renée Ahdieh,
Munich wolf by Rory Clements,
The Labyrinth House murders by Yukito Ayatsuji, (1960-)
Great big beautiful life by Emily Henry,
Les années s'écoulent lentes et légères by Gilles Archambault,
Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid,
None of this is true by Lisa Jewell,
The nightingale by Kristin Hannah,
Heartwood by Amity Gaige, (1972-)
indigenous portal

Indigenous Portal

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

Programs, Events, Services and Recommendations

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.

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Indigenous Heritage

Explore the Outdoors with Our New Nature Discovery Backpacks!

Join us for the launch of our Nature Discovery Backpacks, in partnership with Watersheds Canada. To celebrate, Watersheds Canada will be on site offering engaging demonstrations and nature-themed activities. Each backpack is packed with tools for hands-on exploration—from field guides and collection jars to water quality test kits and a park pass to a Rideau Valley Conservation Authority site or Rock Dunder. 

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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.

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Upcoming Programs and Events

Re-Emergence Tour at KFPL

The International Day of Pink Re-Emergence Tour featuring Chelazon Leroux and John R. Sylliboy is making a stop at the Central Branch! In partnership with Kingston Pride, join us for powerful discussions and performances with 2SLGBTQIA+ leaders and activists. This event is free to attend. To reserve tickets, please register online.

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Upcoming Programs and Events

Advance Care Planning

Led by Compassionate Communities, Advance Care Planning helps you plan for your future care needs, ensuring your values, beliefs and wishes are respected. Learn how choosing a Substitute Decision Maker and communicating your care preferences now can help you maintain control over your autonomy. Your future care begins with you!

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