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Café Franglish

with ACFOMI

2025-01-22 18:00:00 2025-01-22 19:45:00 America/New_York Café Franglish Pratique ton anglais et ton français dans un environnement convivial! Practice your English and French in a friendly environment. Calvin Park Branch - The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room

Wednesday, January 22
6:00pm - 7:45pm

Add to Calendar 2025-01-22 18:00:00 2025-01-22 19:45:00 America/New_York Café Franglish Pratique ton anglais et ton français dans un environnement convivial! Practice your English and French in a friendly environment. Calvin Park Branch - The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room

Calvin Park Branch

The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room

Pratique ton anglais et ton français dans un environnement convivial! Practice your English and French in a friendly environment.

Are you looking for an opportunity to practice your English or French to converse confidently and fluently in both languages? CAFÉ FRANGLISH will meet this need! It’s a weekly meeting space where Francophones and Anglophones come together in a relaxing and fun environment to discuss interesting and captivating topics over a cup of coffee.

CAFÉ FRANGLISH a free event, is based on a mutual support relationship between Francophones and Anglophones. If you’re a Francophone, it’s the perfect opportunity for you to improve your English while helping Anglophones improve their French and vice versa. All participants will leave satisfied from this exchange of linguistic skills.

CAFÉ FRANGLISH will provide a unique opportunity for Anglophones and Francophones to build enriching and lasting connections.

Come chat confidently in a judgment-free space.

Cherches-tu une opportunité de pratiquer ton anglais ou ton français afin de converser dans les deux langues avec confiance et aisance? Le CAFÉ FRANGLISH va répondre à ce besoin! C’est un espace de rencontre hebdomadaire où Francophones et Anglophones vont se joindre dans un cadre relaxant et amusant pour discuter ensemble autour d’un café, de sujets tout aussi intéressants que captivants.

Le CAFÉ FRANGLISH un événement gratuit, est basé sur une relation d’entraide entre francophones et anglophones. Si tu es francophone, c’est l’occasion parfaite pour toi d’améliorer ton anglais et d’aider en même temps une personne anglophone à améliorer son français et vice-versa. Tous les participants sortiront ainsi satisfaits de ce partage de compétences linguistiques.

Le CAFÉ FRANGLISH offrira une occasion hors du commun aux anglophones et aux francophones de tisser des liens enrichissants et durables.

 Viens jaser en toute confiance dans un espace libre de tout jugement !

 

Hosted in partnership with ACFOMI.

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AGE GROUP: | Teens | Seniors | New Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Interests & Lifelong Learning | Culture & Heritage |

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Calvin Park Branch

Phone: 613-549-8888

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Tue, Mar 24, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Tue, Mar 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
The climate has changed, and this presents severe challenges for local businesses. Understand today's risks, prepare for tomorrow, and build resilience in this workshop by Sustainable Kingston.

Wed, Mar 25, 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Wed, Mar 25, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Discover some lifestyle changes you can make to live your best life! This event is followed by a Talking Café with refreshments facilitated by Compassionate Communities Kingston.

Wed, Mar 25, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Pratique ton anglais et ton français dans un environnement convivial! Practice your English and French in a friendly environment.

Thu, Mar 26, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Thu, Mar 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For ages 14 and up. Get your tools in shape for spring planting! Bring your shovel, spade or trowel and learn how to sharpen their edges.

Sat, Mar 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For children of all ages. The whole family is encouraged to participate actively in stories, songs and movement activities to maximize your child’s pre-reading skills for life. Drop-in.

Sat, Mar 28, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Mon, Mar 30, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Newcomers are invited to practice their English skills in a relaxed setting, while meeting new people.

Tue, 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. 

Wed, Apr 01, 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Thu, Apr 02, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Sat, Apr 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Enfants 5 ans et moins. Ce programme présente des histoires racontées de vive voix, accompagnées d’activités! Aucune inscription nécessaire.

Sat, Apr 04, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Tue, 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. 

Wed, Apr 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For newborns and pre-walking babies. Stories, songs, rhymes and tickles. Parents and caregivers will learn, and practise, fun and simple ways to incorporate early literacy skills in the home.

Wed, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Thu, Apr 09, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Thu, Apr 09, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Ages 6+. Discover the science behind magic! Kids will explore tricks using optical illusions & sleight of hand, with hands-on fun from library magic books. Ends with a mini magic show for families!
Registration opens Saturday, March 28 2026 at 9:00am

Sat, Apr 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For children of all ages. The whole family is encouraged to participate actively in stories, songs and movement activities to maximize your child’s pre-reading skills for life. Drop-in.

Sat, Apr 11, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Mon, Apr 13, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Newcomers are invited to practice their English skills in a relaxed setting, while meeting new people.

Tue, 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. 

Tue, Apr 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For ages 2 to 5. Jump, crawl, balance, and play! This fun, play-based circuit gets kids moving through active stations that build coordination, confidence, and energy. Registration required.
Registration opens Saturday, April 4 2026 at 9:00am

Tue, Apr 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Learn to improve your small business's digital presence in this engaging and informative session hosted by the Kingston Economic Development Corporation. Register

Tue, Apr 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Join us at the Calvin Park branch to learn how to design and maintain a successful vegetable garden, from the experts! Gardeners of all skill-levels are welcome.

Wed, Apr 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For newborns and pre-walking babies. Stories, songs, rhymes and tickles. Parents and caregivers will learn, and practise, fun and simple ways to incorporate early literacy skills in the home.

Wed, Apr 15, 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Thu, Apr 16, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Thu, Apr 16, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Ages 6+. Discover the science behind magic! Kids will explore tricks using optical illusions & sleight of hand, with hands-on fun from library magic books. Ends with a mini magic show for families!
Registration opens Saturday, March 28 2026 at 9:00am

Fri, Apr 17, 10:30am - 11:15am
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For ages 6-9. Register for a fun, hands-on music session using Boomwhackers—colorful percussion tubes that make learning rhythm and melody exciting! No musical experience needed.
Registration opens Saturday, April 4 2026 at 9:00am

Sat, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For children of all ages. The whole family is encouraged to participate actively in stories, songs and movement activities to maximize your child’s pre-reading skills for life. Drop-in.

Sat, Apr 18, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Mon, Apr 20, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Newcomers are invited to practice their English skills in a relaxed setting, while meeting new people.

Mon, Apr 20, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Ages 6-12. Build mini “bee hotels” for Earth Day and meet a special guest from the Limestone Beekeepers Guild, who will showcase a beesuit, equipment, and share honey samples. Registration required.
Registration opens Saturday, April 4 2026 at 9:00am

Tue, Apr 21, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Tue, Apr 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For ages 2 and up. Jump, skip, hop and more in this active program. Through play-based activities and interactive books, children will develop their physical confidence.
Registration opens Saturday, April 11 2026 at 9:00am

Wed, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For newborns and pre-walking babies. Stories, songs, rhymes and tickles. Parents and caregivers will learn, and practise, fun and simple ways to incorporate early literacy skills in the home.

Wed, Apr 22, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Discover balcony-friendly plants for food and beauty, and take some seedlings home! This event is followed by a Talking Café with refreshments facilitated by Compassionate Communities Kingston.
Registration opens Saturday, April 11 2026 at 9:00am

Wed, Apr 22, 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Wed, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For ages 9 to 12. Celebrate Earth Day with bat expert Matt Saunders! Discover amazing bat facts, sounds, and photos—plus bust some myths and learn why bats are vital to our planet.
Registration opens Saturday, April 4 2026 at 9:00am

Thu, Apr 23, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Thu, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Ages 6+. Discover the science behind magic! Kids will explore tricks using optical illusions & sleight of hand, with hands-on fun from library magic books. Ends with a mini magic show for families!
Registration opens Saturday, March 28 2026 at 9:00am

Fri, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Opening for an elementary class (K-6) visit at the Calvin Park Branch. Please register and a staff member will contact you for more details.
This event is full

Fri, Apr 24, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Opening for an elementary class (K-6) visit at the Calvin Park Branch. Please register and a staff member will contact you for more details.
This event is full