Trees are our natural allies as we fight climate change. They provide food and shelter, and walking amongst them reconnects us with the natural world. The books and movies on this list look at trees from many points of view.

Later this month, local garden experts Joyce Hostyn and Maureen Buchanan will join KFPL to explore the tiny forest movement and share how they are applying it in Kingston.

KFPL staff have hand-picked films that continue to explore the themes of each KCFF 2021 selection. 

Explore historic and contemporary Black experiences through these recommended titles.

The largest Canadian film festival in the world goes virtual in 2021! Check out the lineup for the Kingston Canadian Film Festival - screenings begin February 26.

Enhance your festival experience with these recommended film and book pairings. KFPL staff have hand-picked titles that expand on the themes explored in the festival lineup. Watch for our tie-in film recommendations when the festival wraps!

Kingston's Reelout Queer Film Festival is back for its 22nd year as the ReelOutario Virtual Queer Film Festival! With 68 films and 19 individual programs from 18 countries spread over 8 days, this year's festival offers something for everyone interested in films that focus on sexual orientation, gender, age, ability, health, race, cultural, class and religion around the globe. So pop your popcorn, get comfy, and get your tickets for this hopeful, positive, and emotionally-rewarding festival experience, which begins on January 29! In the meantime, check out these recommendations from our collection to get you in the mood!