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Image of a group of parents pushing strollers along a park path. The text reads Sing & Stroll.

Sing & Stroll

Join us for Sing & Stroll at City Park! Dress for the outdoors, pack your stroller, wagon and walking shoes and meet us to stroll and sing some of our favourite tunes.

Grow Newsletter

Grow - for families and children

Subscribe to the Grow newsletter. You’ll receive the latest information on our programs and services for children of all ages.

An adult and two children sitting on a couch with an opened book. The KFPL logo is behind. Text is overalyed on the image: "1000 Books Before Kindergarten. Read it and Reap!"

1000 Books Before Kindergarten (1BBK) is a free literacy program for newborns, babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. The goal? Read 1000 books with your little one before they start Kindergarten. Get started now!

Illustration of two children smiling. The text reads Matins Francos.

Matins Francos

Ce programme présente des histoires racontées de vive voix, accompagnées d’activités! Aucune inscription nécessaire. Venez à toutes les activités, ou seulement celle de votre choix.

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and a surprise activity all hosted in French!

Every Child Ready to Read

Every Child Ready to Read

Before children can learn to read, they must develop a range of early literacy skills. Learning begins the moment they are born, through language and play. Find out about the five simple practices that will help you raise a reader.

Michelle McDonald with the book Bessie The Motorcycle Queen. Text reads Ruthy's Reviews and Recs

Ruthy's Reviews & Recs: Bessie The Motorcycle Queen

On the lookout for your next great read? Michelle McDonald of Ruthy’s Reading Room Reviews & Recs has an amazing recommendation for you. This month, she suggests diving into the exciting and inspiring world of Bessie The Motorcycle Queen by Charles R. Smith Jr., illustrated by Charlot Kristensen.

This delightful children's book is full of adventure and heart and features diverse characters and themes. Check out Michelle's YouTube video to learn more about why Bessie The Motorcycle Queen is a must-read.