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101 Ways to Experience an Eclipse
2024-04-03 18:30:00 2024-04-03 19:30:00 America/New_York 101 Ways to Experience an Eclipse Explore humanity's evolving fascination with eclipses, from ancient understanding to modern interpretations, and prepare to experience the upcoming total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, in Kingston. Central Branch - Friends of the Library Gather Space

Wednesday, April 03
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-04-03 18:30:00 2024-04-03 19:30:00 America/New_York 101 Ways to Experience an Eclipse Explore humanity's evolving fascination with eclipses, from ancient understanding to modern interpretations, and prepare to experience the upcoming total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, in Kingston. Central Branch - Friends of the Library Gather Space

Central Branch

Friends of the Library Gather Space

Explore humanity's evolving fascination with eclipses, from ancient understanding to modern interpretations, and prepare to experience the upcoming total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, in Kingston.

Over 2,000 years of history have shaped humanity's perception of and interaction with eclipses. Join Queen's Department of Physics for a fascinating exploration of how cultures, science, and society have embraced this rare celestial event — all inspiration for how you can choose to experience the upcoming total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, in Kingston.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | New Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Interests & Lifelong Learning |

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Central Branch
Phone: 613-549-8888
Hours

Upcoming events

Books and Beans - Nostalgic Young Adult Books
Sat, Mar 29, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
Kingston Frontenac Public Library's New Adult Advisory Board presents a series of casual book discussion mixers. Just don't call it a book club!
Day of Pink - Re-Emergence Tour
Sun, Mar 30, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room 1
Join International Day of Pink for incredible discussions and performances with 2SLGBTQIA+ community leaders who have shaped our history.Register
Technology Tutors
Mon, Mar 31, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
PA Day: A Great Big Build!
Mon, Mar 31, 10:30am - 11:30am
Friends of the Library Gather Space
Ages 6 and up. Work together with straw connectors and cardboard boxes; wooden blocks and other surprises to design and construct a town, a castle, a whatnot!
PA Day : The Science of Sound - with the Kingston Symphony
Mon, Mar 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 1
Ages 7-12. Join Kingston Symphony musicians for an interactive concert exploring the science of sound! Learn how orchestra instruments make music, then create your own with household materials.
This event is full
Craft and Create
Mon, Mar 31, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Library Gather & Create Space
Work on crafty projects, learn to use makerspace equipment, learn from other local makers, and get inspired!
Crochet and Knit Circle - with YarnGK
Tue, Apr 01, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2
Bring your crochet or knitting project and meet other yarn enthusiasts!
Create Space Open House
Wed, Apr 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Friends of the Library Create Space
Drop by the KFPL Maker Space and learn about all the tools we have to offer.
Technology Tutors
Wed, Apr 02, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Stories, Together!
Thu, Apr 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room 1
Join community members and H'Art Centre, Extend-a-Family and New Leaf participants for an inclusive, engaging, sensory story time experience in a modified environment, suitable for all ages.
Business Basics - with the Kingston Economic Development Corporation
Thu, Apr 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
Learn how to get your business off the ground, how to register your business, make a business plan and more!Register
New Adult Advisory Board Meeting
Thu, Apr 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2
Monthly meeting of KFPL's New Adult Advisory Board (NAAB).
Make it Happen - The Steps to Realistic Drawing Part 1
Thu, Apr 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Library Gather & Create Space
For ages 14 and up. Join us in the Gather/Create Space to learn a useful hands-on skill taught by a community expert. No previous experience necessary.
This event is full
Technology Tutors
Sat, Apr 05, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Matins Francos
Sat, Apr 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Enfants 5 ans et moins (10h-10h45) & Enfants de 6 ans et plus (11h-12h) Ce programme présente des histoires racontées de vive voix, accompagnées d’activités!
Repair It!
Sat, Apr 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
A welcoming space to learn new skills and connect with our community of fixers. Bring your broken items and learn how to fix them!
Technology Tutors
Mon, Apr 07, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Craft and Create
Mon, Apr 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Library Gather & Create Space
Work on crafty projects, learn to use makerspace equipment, learn from other local makers, and get inspired!
Art of Illustration - Teens & Adults Edition!
Tue, Apr 08, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
For teens and adults. Explore the art of picture book illustration. Discover techniques used by contemporary book illustrators, and unleash your inner artist!
Registration opens Saturday, March 29 2025 at 9:00am
Robotics Club
Tue, Apr 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1
Ages 9-12. Join Queen’s Connections to practice coding and engineering skills! Each week, tackle fun challenges with robots like Dash, Lego Spike, and more.
Registration opens Saturday, March 29 2025 at 9:00am
Create Space Open House
Wed, Apr 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Friends of the Library Create Space
Drop by the KFPL Maker Space and learn about all the tools we have to offer.
Technology Tutors
Wed, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Make it Happen - The Steps to Realistic Drawing Part 2
Thu, Apr 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Library Gather & Create Space
For ages 14 and up. Join us in the Gather/Create Space to learn a useful hands-on skill taught by a community expert. No previous experience necessary.
Technology Tutors
Sat, Apr 12, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Create Space Open House
Sat, Apr 12, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Friends of the Library Create Space
Drop by the KFPL Maker Space and learn about all the tools we have to offer.
Vibrant Voices - A Song Circle for 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies
Sat, Apr 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 1
Join us for a joyful song circle that centres 2SLGBTQIA+ and gender-expansive voices. Everyone is welcome, including friends and allies. For ages 13+.
Technology Tutors
Mon, Apr 14, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Craft and Create
Mon, Apr 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Library Gather & Create Space
Work on crafty projects, learn to use makerspace equipment, learn from other local makers, and get inspired!
Crochet and Knit Circle - with YarnGK
Tue, Apr 15, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2
Bring your crochet or knitting project and meet other yarn enthusiasts!
Robotics Club
Tue, Apr 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1
Ages 9-12. Join Queen’s Connections to practice coding and engineering skills! Each week, tackle fun challenges with robots like Dash, Lego Spike, and more.
Registration opens Saturday, March 29 2025 at 9:00am
Art of Illustration - Teens & Adults Edition!
Tue, Apr 15, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
For teens and adults. Explore the art of picture book illustration. Discover techniques used by contemporary book illustrators, and unleash your inner artist!
Registration opens Saturday, March 29 2025 at 9:00am
Create Space Open House
Wed, Apr 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Friends of the Library Create Space
Drop by the KFPL Maker Space and learn about all the tools we have to offer.
Technology Tutors
Wed, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Make it Happen - Indigenous Beadwork
Thu, Apr 17, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
For ages 14 and up. Join us in the Gather/Create Space to learn a useful hands-on skill taught by a community expert. No previous experience necessary.
Registration opens Thursday, April 3 2025 at 9:00am
One Earth - Birdscaping
Thu, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2
Join KFPL and Little Forests Kingston to learn how to birdscape your property and make Kingston a more bird-friendly city.
Registration opens Thursday, April 3 2025 at 9:00am
Technology Tutors
Sat, Apr 19, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Create Space Open House
Sat, Apr 19, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Friends of the Library Create Space
Drop by the KFPL Maker Space and learn about all the tools we have to offer.
Poetry Reading - with the Poet Laureate Mentorship Program
Sat, Apr 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room 1
For teens and adults.
Teen Advisory Group Meeting - Prep for Career Day
Tue, Apr 22, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 2
Extra meeting of the Teen Advisory Group. Members develop and deliver library programs for fellow teens and assist with other library business as it arises.
Art of Illustration - Teens & Adults Edition!
Tue, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
For teens and adults. Explore the art of picture book illustration. Discover techniques used by contemporary book illustrators, and unleash your inner artist!
Registration opens Saturday, March 29 2025 at 9:00am
Robotics Club
Tue, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1
Ages 9-12. Join Queen’s Connections to practice coding and engineering skills! Each week, tackle fun challenges with robots like Dash, Lego Spike, and more.
Registration opens Saturday, March 29 2025 at 9:00am
Create Space Open House
Wed, Apr 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Friends of the Library Create Space
Drop by the KFPL Maker Space and learn about all the tools we have to offer.
Technology Tutors
Wed, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Cancelled
Exploring Entrepeneurship - with the Kingston Economic Development Corporation
Thu, Apr 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Are you ready to explore entrepreneurship? Join Norman Musengimana from Kingston Economic Development to learn how to start your journey!
Make it Happen - Amigurumi Crochet
Thu, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
For ages 14 and up. Join us in the Gather/Create Space to learn a useful hands-on skill taught by a community expert.
Registration opens Thursday, April 10 2025 at 9:00am
One Earth - Rebuilding the Small Water Cycle
Thu, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2
Join KFPL and Neighbourhood Climate Action Champion Josh Cowan for a conversation on the topic of the Small Water Cycle.
Registration opens Thursday, April 10 2025 at 9:00am
Class Visit - CENTRAL - BOOKED
Fri, Apr 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Friends of the Library Gather Space
Opening for an elementary class (K-6) visit at the Central Branch. Please register and a staff member will contact you for more details.
This event is full
Puzzle Swap
Sat, Apr 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
Drop by the Central branch with a complete puzzle (no missing pieces!) in good condition, in the original vendor's box. Exchange it for a new-to-you puzzle and enjoy!
Technology Tutors
Sat, Apr 26, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Books and Beans - Easter Eggs, Hidden Messages
Sat, Apr 26, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
Kingston Frontenac Public Library's New Adult Advisory Board presents a series of casual book discussion mixers. Just don't call it a book club!
Technology Tutors
Mon, Apr 28, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Craft and Create
Mon, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Library Gather & Create Space
Work on crafty projects, learn to use makerspace equipment, learn from other local makers, and get inspired!
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