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Universal by Alex Neve, (1962-)
Crimetime : [DVD]
The keeper of lost causes by Jussi Adler-Olsen,
I'm not scared of monsters by Mike Byrne
The lesser blessed
Smile so big by Sunshine Quem Tenasco,
Before they were men by Jacob Tobia, (1991-)
50 projects for building your backyard homestead by David Toht,
On the ground by Brian Stewart
Unbroken by Angela Sterritt,
Final destination. [DVD]
Crazy Horse's girlfriend by Erika T. Wurth
Bird Talk by Becca Rowland,
Rust / [DVD]
We should all be birds by Brian Buckbee,
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Indigenous Portal

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

Programs, Events, Services and Recommendations

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Indigenous Heritage

Reflecting on the TRC’s Calls to Action: Ten Years Later – Live Webinar

Join us for a live-streamed webinar from the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation.

The webinar will reflect on the 10 years since the TRC’s 94 Calls to Action were released—what progress has been made, what remains and the challenges that persist. A facilitated group discussion will follow the screening.

Light snacks, tea and coffee will be provided. Feel free to bring your own lunch.

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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.

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International Literacy Day Booklist

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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Enhance your library access — register for Extended Hours at the Pittsburgh Branch.

Library Kiosk

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

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Books similar to Black Soul

Watch as a young boy traces his roots through the stories his grandmother shares with him about the events that shaped their cultural heritage with Black Soul, one of Kingston's 2022 Movies in the Square picks. You can also stream it for free through the National Film Board! Then, read these books for kids celebrating Black culture, history, and joy.

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Pick up a beach read this summer!

A beach read often does have a vacation theme. Sometimes the setting is on an island, a beach, or camping and hiking in the wilderness. But can you be captivated by a book that has nothing to do with vacations and warm weather? Yes.

So is any book that captures your full attention and compels you to read for hours a beach read? Absolutely.

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Summer sun and fun with KFPL's podcast!

Do whales have belly buttons? Do fish go on vacations? Will the princess feel the pea under her pile of mattresses — and will the prince ever find love?

Spend a bit of your summer with KFPL's Kathy and her friends! Find Peas in a Podcast with KFPL wherever you get your podcasts.

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