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Registration opens:
February 26th, 2025

Aging Well

Mindful Meditations
2025-03-12 14:00:00 2025-03-12 15:30:00 America/New_York Aging Well Aging Well is a bi-weekly speakers' series that explores topics of interest for older adults. Calvin Park Branch - The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room

Wednesday, March 12
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-03-12 14:00:00 2025-03-12 15:30:00 America/New_York Aging Well Aging Well is a bi-weekly speakers' series that explores topics of interest for older adults. Calvin Park Branch - The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room

Calvin Park Branch

The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room

Aging Well is a bi-weekly speakers' series that explores topics of interest for older adults.

Join KFPL and the Clinical Psychology Outreach Program of Queen's University to learn about the practice of mindful meditation.  The presentation will provide an overview of different mindfulness techniques and tools as well as the common myths of mindfulness practice. The presentation will be followed by a demonstration where participants can try out some mindfulness techniques.

This program is in partnership with Compassionate Communities Kingston.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | New Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Interests & Lifelong Learning |

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Calvin Park Branch
Phone: 613-549-8888
Hours

Upcoming events

Talking Café
Thu, Feb 20, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Chat with good company at the Talking Café, hosted by Compassionate Communities and KFPL!
Cancelled
LEGO and Beyond!
Thu, Feb 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ages 4 and up. Drop in LEGO and other surprise building activities. Activities may include: marble runs, giant Jenga, straws/connectors, Magnatiles, Air Toobz and more!
English Conversation Circle
Mon, Feb 24, 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.
Youth Drop In - with Immigrant Services Kingston and Area
Tue, Feb 25, 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!
One Earth - Composting
Tue, Feb 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Explore topics related to climate, sustainability, and energy efficiency!
Baby and Me
Wed, Feb 26, 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.
Cancelled
Talking Café
Thu, Feb 27, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Chat with good company at the Talking Café, hosted by Compassionate Communities and KFPL!
Class Visit- CALVIN PARK
Fri, Feb 28, 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.
Registration is now closed
Class Visit- CALVIN PARK
Fri, Feb 28, 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.
Registration is now closed
Family Storytime - with special guest Epilepsy South Eastern Ontario
Sat, Mar 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
All ages. Participate actively in stories, songs and movement activities. Our special guest will share a story, important facts, and explore how we can support our friends with epilepsy.
Cancelled
English Conversation Circle
Mon, Mar 03, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Newcomers are invited to practice their English skills in a relaxed setting, while meeting new people.
Kingston Youth Climate Council
Tue, Mar 04, 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.
Teen Writers' Group
Wed, Mar 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For ages 13-18. Calling all teenage writers, poets, songwriters and storytellers! Meet other young writers, receive constructive feedback on your work and participate in creative writing activities.
Registration is now closed
Talking Café
Thu, Mar 06, 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!
Twilight Tales: A Cozy Candlelit Storytime
Thu, Mar 06, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Ages 6 & under. Drop in for a magical evening of stories & soft glow! Bring your little ones in their favorite pajamas & enjoy a warm, enchanting experience as we read delightful tales by candlelight.
Family Storytime
Sat, Mar 08, 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.
Pop and Launch
Mon, Mar 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
6 and up. Use scientific methods to pop and launch homemade paper rockets, pom-poms and more! All materials provided. Registration required.
Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am
English Conversation Circle
Mon, Mar 10, 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.
March Break - Puppet tour
Tue, Mar 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Join us for two S.T.E.A.M. based puppet shows: Three Little Pigs and Bob (the rooster!) This event requires free tickets for all attendees (including infants and adults).
Improving your Digital Presence - with the Kingston Economic Development Corporation
Tue, Mar 11, 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
TBD- March Break
Tue, Mar 11, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
tbd
Youth Drop In - with Immigrant Services Kingston and Area
Tue, Mar 11, 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!
Aging Well - Mindful Meditations
Wed, Mar 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Aging Well is a bi-weekly speakers' series that explores topics of interest for older adults.
Registration opens Wednesday, February 26 2025 at 9:00am
Prints for Kids: Creative Adventures
Thu, Mar 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Ages 6+. Use a variety of everyday tools to create personalized take home print designs.  All materials included. Registration required.
Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am
March Break - Puppet tour
Fri, Mar 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Join us for two S.T.E.A.M. based puppet shows: Three Little Pigs and Bob (the rooster!) This event requires free tickets for all attendees (including infants and adults).
Mesmerizing Math
Fri, Mar 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
6 and up. Explore symmetry, patterns, and optical illusions using the magic of math. Registration required.
Registration opens Saturday, March 1 2025 at 9:00am
Family Storytime
Sat, Mar 15, 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.
Rescheduled
Advance Care Planning - with Compassionate Communities
Mon, Mar 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
New date Monday, March 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
You never know when a sudden illness may arise or a serious accident happen. Learn how to plan for your future needs so your wishes will be respected and carried out if you can't speak for yourself.
Engish Conversation Circle
Mon, Mar 17, 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.
Class Visit- Calvin Park
Tue, Mar 18, 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.
Kingston Youth Climate Council
Tue, Mar 18, 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.
Class Visit- CALVIN PARK
Thu, Mar 20, 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.
Class Visit- CALVIN PARK
Fri, Mar 21, 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.
Class Visit- CALVIN PARK
Fri, Mar 21, 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.
Family Storytime
Sat, Mar 22, 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.
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