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One Earth

Where do we get our Water?
2025-02-04 18:30:00 2025-02-04 19:30:00 America/New_York One Earth Explore topics related to climate, sustainability, and energy efficiency! Calvin Park Branch -

Tuesday, February 04
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-02-04 18:30:00 2025-02-04 19:30:00 America/New_York One Earth Explore topics related to climate, sustainability, and energy efficiency! Calvin Park Branch -

Explore topics related to climate, sustainability, and energy efficiency!

We have all heard the facts - the human body is mostly water. Planet earth is mostly water. Canada has the third largest renewable freshwater supply in the world. Humans need water to survive (up to fifty litres of potable water daily).

What about Kingston, though? From where does Kingston’s water come? What happens to it before it comes out of your taps? Is it threatened? How is the climate crisis impacting it?

This presentation will explain where we get our water, what happens to it before we use it, what is affecting it and how we can protect it. Come join the discussion on this vital resource.

This program is in partnership with Sustainable Kingston.

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

EVENT TYPE: | Climate and Sustainability |

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Calvin Park Branch
Phone: 613-549-8888
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Sat, Apr 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
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Tue, Apr 29, 9:00am - 12:00pm
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Play to Learn
Tue, Apr 29, 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.
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Baby and Me
Wed, Apr 30, 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.
Genealogy Drop-In
Thu, May 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Drop in to work on your family tree, explore resources and share strategies with others. KFPL staff and members of Ontario Ancestors (OGS) will be on hand to answer questions and offer assistance.
STEM Stars: Green Science
Thu, May 01, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Ages 6+. Explore nature through a variety of science experiments. All materials included.
This event is full
Class Visit- CALVIN PARK BOOKED
Fri, May 02, 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.
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Technology Tutors
Fri, May 02, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Class Visit- CALVIN PARK BOOKED
Fri, May 02, 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.
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Matins Francos
Sat, May 03, 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!
English Conversation Circle
Mon, May 05, 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.
Technology Tutors
Tue, May 06, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Play to Learn
Tue, May 06, 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.
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Youth Drop In
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Room B
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Tue, May 06, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
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Baby and Me
Wed, May 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
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Teen Writers' Group
Wed, May 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
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Genealogy Drop-In
Thu, May 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Drop in to work on your family tree, explore resources and share strategies with others. KFPL staff and members of Ontario Ancestors (OGS) will be on hand to answer questions and offer assistance.
STEM Stars: Green Science
Thu, May 08, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Ages 6+. Explore nature through a variety of science experiments. All materials included.
This event is full
Technology Tutors
Fri, May 09, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
English Conversation Circle
Mon, May 12, 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.
Technology Tutors
Tue, May 13, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Play to Learn
Tue, May 13, 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.
This event is full
Improving your Digital Presence - with the Kingston Economic Development Corporation
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The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
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Baby and Me
Wed, May 14, 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.
Genealogy Drop-In
Thu, May 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Drop in to work on your family tree, explore resources and share strategies with others. KFPL staff and members of Ontario Ancestors (OGS) will be on hand to answer questions and offer assistance.
STEM Stars: Green Science
Thu, May 15, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Ages 6+. Explore nature through a variety of science experiments. All materials included.
This event is full
Class Visit- CALVIN PARK BOOKED
Fri, May 16, 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
Technology Tutors
Fri, May 16, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Class Visit- CALVIN PARK BOOKED
Fri, May 16, 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
Technology Tutors
Tue, May 20, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Youth Drop In
Tue, May 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For youth. Come grab a snack, enjoy an activity and socialize with your peers! This program is in partnership with Immigrant Services Kingston and Area.
Kingston Youth Climate Council
Tue, May 20, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For teens. Climate change is one of the most pressing global issues of our time. Join KFPL as a teen volunteer for the Kingston Youth Climate Council.
Talking Café
Wed, May 21, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Chat with good company at the Talking Café, hosted by Compassionate Communities and KFPL!
Genealogy Drop-In
Thu, May 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Drop in to work on your family tree, explore resources and share strategies with others. KFPL staff and members of Ontario Ancestors (OGS) will be on hand to answer questions and offer assistance.
Uke-Along - Contemporary Canadian Folk Trios
Thu, May 22, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For graduates of Uke Can Do It and others with uke experience. Meet at the Calvin Park Branch to learn and play a new beginner-level song each month.
Registration opens Saturday, May 10 2025 at 9:00am
Class Visit- CALVIN PARK BOOKED
Fri, May 23, 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
Technology Tutors
Fri, May 23, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Class Visit- CALVIN PARK BOOKED
Fri, May 23, 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
Seedling Swap
Sat, May 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Drop by the Calvin Park branch to give away extra seeds, seedlings, or houseplant cuttings, and trade them for new seedlings! For all ages. No registration required.
English Conversation Circle
Mon, May 26, 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.
Technology Tutors
Tue, May 27, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
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