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Read for Fun

Queen's Students for Literacy

2025-10-22 18:00:00 2025-10-22 19:00:00 America/New_York Read for Fun For ages 5 to 12. Learners will enjoy a fun, supportive space with caring volunteers, building confidence through games, reading, writing, and activities that make learning enjoyable. Central Branch - Friends of the Library Gather Space

Wednesday, October 22
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-22 18:00:00 2025-10-22 19:00:00 America/New_York Read for Fun For ages 5 to 12. Learners will enjoy a fun, supportive space with caring volunteers, building confidence through games, reading, writing, and activities that make learning enjoyable. Central Branch - Friends of the Library Gather Space

Central Branch

Friends of the Library Gather Space

For ages 5 to 12. Learners will enjoy a fun, supportive space with caring volunteers, building confidence through games, reading, writing, and activities that make learning enjoyable.

Open to young learners—space is limited, and registration is first come, first served. This fun, supportive program helps build confidence and boost reading skills!

Register here: 2025-2026 United for Literacy - Read for Fun - KFPL Central

For more information, please reach out to Piper Rome, Read for Fun Chair, queensreadforfun@gmail.com  

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Early Literacy and School Readiness |

TAGS: | |

Central Branch
Phone: 613-549-8888
Hours

Upcoming events

Technology Tutors
Mon, Sep 22, 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, Sep 22, 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!
LEGO My Library
Tue, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
For children of all ages. Come build and explore with our LEGO & DUPLO. All materials are provided. Drop-in.
Rhythm & Rhyme - Special Intergenerational Edition!
Thu, Sep 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Friends of the Library Gather Space
For children of all ages. Join us for a fun storytime with rhythm, rhyme, and movement, alongside special guests from St. Lawrence Place Retirement Home. A great opportunity for learning & connection!
Exploring Entrepeneurship - with the Kingston Economic Development Corporation
Thu, Sep 25, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Are you ready to explore entrepreneurship? Join Kingston Economic Development to learn how to start your journey!Register
Reflecting on the TRC’s Calls to Action 10 Years Later - A Live-Streaming Webinar
Thu, Sep 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Visit KFPL's Central Branch for this live-streamed webinar hosted by The National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation as we head into September 30.
Make it Happen - Stencil and Spray
Thu, Sep 25, 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
Rescheduled
Books and Beans - Historical Fiction
Sat, Sep 27, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
New date Saturday, September 27, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
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!
Vibrant Voices - A Song Circle for 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies
Sat, Sep 27, 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+.
Books and Beans - Historical Fiction
Sat, Sep 27, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
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!
Class Visit - CENTRAL - BOOKED
Mon, Sep 29, 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.
Registration is now closed
Craft and Create
Mon, Sep 29, 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!
STEM to Success - Empowering Educators in the Classroom and at Home
Mon, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1
Register for a hands-on info night on educational resources to help support your child’s success. Explore ways to integrate technology into teaching w/practical tools for both the classroom & home.
LEGO My Library
Tue, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
For children of all ages. Come build and explore with our LEGO & DUPLO. All materials are provided. Drop-in.
Rhythm & Rhyme - Special Intergenerational Edition!
Thu, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Friends of the Library Gather Space
For children of all ages. Join us for a fun storytime with rhythm, rhyme, and movement, alongside special guests from St. Lawrence Place Retirement Home. A great opportunity for learning & connection!
Business Basics - with the Kingston Economic Development Corporation
Thu, Oct 02, 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
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Thu, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2
Monthly meeting of KFPL's New Adult Advisory Board (NAAB).
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Sat, Oct 04, 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!
BeeBot Adventures - with Queen's Connections
Mon, Oct 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 1
Ages 5-8. Discover coding with BeeBots! Queen's Connections offers hands-on programming activities through guiding robots on fun adventures. Perfect for young kids to enjoy tech & problem-solving!
Registration opens Saturday, September 27 2025 at 9:00am
Craft and Create
Mon, Oct 06, 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, Oct 07, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2
Bring your crochet or knitting project and meet other yarn enthusiasts!
LEGO My Library
Tue, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
For children of all ages. Come build and explore with our LEGO & DUPLO. All materials are provided. Drop-in.
Café Franglish - with ACFOMI
Wed, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room 2
Pratique ton anglais et ton français dans un environnement convivial! Practice your English and French in a friendly environment.
Rhythm & Rhyme - Special Intergenerational Edition!
Thu, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Friends of the Library Gather Space
For children of all ages. Join us for a fun storytime with rhythm, rhyme, and movement, alongside special guests from St. Lawrence Place Retirement Home. A great opportunity for learning & connection!
PA Day: Craft & Create for Kids
Fri, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:15am
Friends of the Library Gather Space
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Registration opens Saturday, September 27 2025 at 9:00am
Create Space Open House
Sat, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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LEGO My Library
Tue, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
For children of all ages. Come build and explore with our LEGO & DUPLO. All materials are provided. Drop-in.
Rhythm & Rhyme - Special Intergenerational Edition!
Thu, Oct 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Friends of the Library Gather Space
For children of all ages. Join us for a fun storytime with rhythm, rhyme, and movement, alongside special guests from St. Lawrence Place Retirement Home. A great opportunity for learning & connection!
Make it Happen - Creative Mending
Thu, Oct 16, 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.
Registration opens Saturday, October 4 2025 at 9:00am
Vibrant Voices - A Song Circle for 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies
Sat, Oct 18, 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+.
Create Space Open House
Sat, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Friends of the Library Create Space
Drop by the KFPL Maker Space and learn about all the tools we have to offer.
Craft and Create
Mon, Oct 20, 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, Oct 21, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2
Bring your crochet or knitting project and meet other yarn enthusiasts!
Read for Fun - Queen's Students for Literacy
Wed, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
For ages 5 to 12. Learners will enjoy a fun, supportive space with caring volunteers, building confidence through games, reading, writing, and activities that make learning enjoyable.
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