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Registration opens:
January 31st, 2026

Collage & Community: Celebrating Black Histories and Futures

with Alyssa Vernon of the Queer Collage Collective
2026-02-09 18:00:00 2026-02-09 19:30:00 America/New_York Collage & Community: Celebrating Black Histories and Futures Ages 8–12. Celebrate Black Histories and Futures with local Black artist Alyssa Vernon. We’ll read Africville by Shauntay Grant, then create mini-collages inspired by the story. All materials supplied Calvin Park Branch - The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room

Monday, February 09
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-02-09 18:00:00 2026-02-09 19:30:00 America/New_York Collage & Community: Celebrating Black Histories and Futures Ages 8–12. Celebrate Black Histories and Futures with local Black artist Alyssa Vernon. We’ll read Africville by Shauntay Grant, then create mini-collages inspired by the story. All materials supplied Calvin Park Branch - The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room

Calvin Park Branch

The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room

Ages 8–12. Celebrate Black Histories and Futures with local Black artist Alyssa Vernon. We’ll read Africville by Shauntay Grant, then create mini-collages inspired by the story. All materials supplied

Caregivers of children under the age of 7 must remain in the program space; caregivers of children ages 7-9 must remain in the library during the program. Thank you.

Calvin Park Branch
Phone: 613-549-8888
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Class Visit- CALVIN PARK
Fri, Jan 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
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.
Cancelled
Class Visit- CALVIN PARK
Fri, Jan 09, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
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.
Matins Francos
Sat, Jan 10, 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.
English Conversation Circle
Mon, Jan 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.
Play to Learn
Tue, Jan 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.
Digital Marketing Essentials - with the Kingston Economic Development Corporation
Tue, Jan 13, 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
Baby and Me
Wed, Jan 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.
LEGO and Beyond
Thu, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For ages 4 and up. Drop in for LEGO and other surprise building activities. Activities may include: marble runs, giant Jenga, straws/connectors, Magnatiles, Air Toobz, Chompsaw and more! Drop-in.
Family Storytime
Sat, Jan 17, 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.
Caribbean & African Fusion: Dance Workshop for Kids
Sat, Jan 17, 2:00pm - 3:15pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For ages 8 to 12. Register to take part in a dance workshop hosted by the African and Caribbean Students’ Association (ACSA). No experience necessary — open to all.
English Conversation Circle
Mon, Jan 19, 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.
Play to Learn
Tue, Jan 20, 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.
Baby and Me
Wed, Jan 21, 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.
LEGO and Beyond
Thu, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For ages 4 and up. Drop in for LEGO and other surprise building activities. Activities may include: marble runs, giant Jenga, straws/connectors, Magnatiles, Air Toobz, Chompsaw and more! Drop-in.
Class Visit- CALVIN PARK BOOKED
Fri, Jan 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.
Registration is now closed
Class Visit- CALVIN PARK BOOKED
Fri, Jan 23, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
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
Sat, Jan 24, 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.
English Conversation Circle
Mon, Jan 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.
Play to Learn
Tue, Jan 27, 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.
Family Games Night - in celebration of Family Literacy Day
Tue, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For children of all ages. Join the fun with games that boost reading, storytelling, and problem-solving skills for all ages. Enjoy learning together and making memories! Drop-in.
Baby and Me
Wed, Jan 28, 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.
Aging Well & Talking Café - Indoor Nature Therapy
Wed, Jan 28, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Enjoy a hands-on nature experience in the cozy warmth of the Library. This event is followed by a Talking Café with refreshments facilitated by Compassionate Communities Kingston.
Registration opens Saturday, January 17 2026 at 9:00am
Café Franglish - with ACFOMI
Wed, Jan 28, 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.
LEGO and Beyond
Thu, Jan 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For ages 4 and up. Drop in for LEGO and other surprise building activities. Activities may include: marble runs, giant Jenga, straws/connectors, Magnatiles, Air Toobz, Chompsaw and more! Drop-in.
PA Day : Boredom Busters
Fri, Jan 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For ages 8 and up. Beat the winter blahs with creative, hands-on activities! Create, play, and imagine your way through the chilly days with fun projects and games designed to keep boredom away.
Family Storytime
Sat, Jan 31, 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.
English Conversation Circle
Mon, Feb 02, 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.
Play to Learn
Tue, Feb 03, 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.
Baby and Me
Wed, Feb 04, 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.
LEGO and Beyond
Thu, Feb 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For ages 4 and up. Drop in for LEGO and other surprise building activities. Activities may include: marble runs, giant Jenga, straws/connectors, Magnatiles, Air Toobz, Chompsaw and more! Drop-in.
Matins Francos
Sat, Feb 07, 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.
English Conversation Circle
Mon, Feb 09, 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.
Collage & Community: Celebrating Black Histories and Futures - with Alyssa Vernon of the Queer Collage Collective
Mon, Feb 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Ages 8–12. Celebrate Black Histories and Futures with local Black artist Alyssa Vernon. We’ll read Africville by Shauntay Grant, then create mini-collages inspired by the story. All materials supplied
Registration opens Saturday, January 31 2026 at 9:00am
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