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.
Upcoming Programs and Events
Indigenous Portal
Engage with KFPL's Indigenous programming, collections and community partnerships!
Programs, Events, Services and Recommendations
Library Services
Love Books? Join the Summer Reading Challenge!
All ages are invited to join our Summer Reading Challenges! Track your reading and complete fun activities using Beanstack for a chance to win epic prizes. Finish your challenge by Sunday, Aug. 24, to be entered to win a Grand Prize for your age group.
Thanks to the Friends of the Library for supporting summer reading at KFPL!
Library Kiosk
Upcoming Programs and Events
Discover Edible Plants with Sheila Nemcsok
Join urban forager Sheila Nemcsok at the Storrington Branch to learn how to identify and gather edible plants, including herbs, fruits and more.
Library Services
Book a Tech Tutor Appointment
The Tech Tutor program helps individuals navigate digital challenges, such as using library resources like OverDrive and hoopla, getting started with Office software, learning to use new devices like phones or e-readers and mastering basic computer and internet skills. Through one-on-one appointments, library users receive patient and personalized guidance as they explore their digital learning journey.
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call 613-549-8888 or visit any branch to book your appointment.
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.
