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Illustration of a woman and girl reading books. The text reads Reading Buddies.

Let's Read Together!

Young readers in grades 1 to 3 are invited to join us for Reading Buddies—a fun, supportive program where teen volunteers and library staff provide one-on-one reading support and engaging literacy activities.

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.

The Pan African flag against a blue sky. Book covers for Until We Are Free, Canada's Forgotten Slaves, It Was Dark There All The Time and Unsettling The Great White North are in front of the flag. Text reads May We Suggest: Emancipation Day

Emancipation Day reading

Many people point to Canada as a haven for people escaping slavery via the Underground Railroad, but slavery didn't stop at the border. Canada has a terrible history of enslaving Indigenous and African peoples — a history we all need to know and never forget. Emancipation Day commemorates the abolition of slavery across the British Empire while encouraging us to fight anti-Black racism and discrimination and to celebrate the strength and perseverance of Black communities in Canada.

These books offer valuable insight. Don't miss the national and local facts in the descriptions, contributed by Judith Brown.

On a purple floral brocade background, a collage of books is outlined in lighter purple. Text reads In want of Pride and Prejudice.

Pride and Prejudice, reimagined

Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice is much loved. It's also frequently adapted and retold! Put a spin on a classic with one of these novels, from zombie horror to a closer look at characters other than Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy.