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Registration opens:
February 12th, 2026

Make it Happen

Creative Collaging for Black Histories and Futures Month
2026-02-26 18:00:00 2026-02-26 19:30:00 America/New_York Make it Happen For ages 14 and up. Celebrate Black Histories and Futures Month with an inspiring presentation by the Queen's African Caribbean Students' Association and a hands-on collage activity. Central Branch -

Thursday, February 26
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-02-26 18:00:00 2026-02-26 19:30:00 America/New_York Make it Happen For ages 14 and up. Celebrate Black Histories and Futures Month with an inspiring presentation by the Queen's African Caribbean Students' Association and a hands-on collage activity. Central Branch -

For ages 14 and up. Celebrate Black Histories and Futures Month with an inspiring presentation by the Queen's African Caribbean Students' Association and a hands-on collage activity.

Learn about the evolution of Black History Month, explore influential Black figures from the past and present, and reflect on the values and qualities they represent. Participants will create collages using images and words to highlight figures that inspire them and imagine Black futures.

Make It Happen is a bi-weekly program that brings community experts into the Library to teach useful hands-on skills. No previous experience necessary. 

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Kingston Frontenac Public Library.

Central Branch
Phone: 613-549-8888
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Make It Art! - Session #1
Tue, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
For teens and adults. Unleash your inner artist! Make art using techniques employed by contemporary illustrators of picture books.
Registration is now closed
Read for Fun - Queen's Students for Literacy
Wed, Jan 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
Ages 5-12. Learners will enjoy a fun, supportive space with caring volunteers, building confidence through games, reading, writing, and activities that make learning enjoyable.
World Music Appreciation - with MusicBox- Queen's Chapter
Wed, Jan 28, 6:15pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 2
For ages 6 and up. High-energy group lessons blending music theory & history with global sounds through dance, singing, and storytelling—sparking confidence, self-expression, and a love of music.
Rhythm & Rhyme
Thu, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Friends of the Library Gather Space
For ages 3 and under. Through rhythm, rhyme and movement, children will naturally develop language and increase their ability to hear the smaller sounds in words. Drop-in.
Exploring Entrepreneurship - with the Kingston Economic Development Corporation
Thu, Jan 29, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
Are you ready to explore entrepreneurship? Join Kingston Economic Development to learn how to start your journey! Register
Kingston Writers Collective
Thu, Jan 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Join the Writers Collective of Canada to engage in creative writing and connect with other writers!
Make it Happen - Needle Felting Brooches
Thu, Jan 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 1
For ages 14 and up. Create your own beautiful woollen butterfly brooch in this beginner-friendly needle-felting workshop with Kingston artist Po Chapman.
This event is full
PA Day : Magnet Mania
Fri, Jan 30, 10:30am - 11:15am
Friends of the Library Gather Space
For ages 6 and up. Explore the magic of magnets through playful experiments, magnetic building, & even create your own magnet to take home. It's science, it's fun, and it's all about magnetic play!
This event is full
Craft and Create
Mon, Feb 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Library Gather 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, Feb 03, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2
Meet other yarn enthusiasts, learn new techniques or learn a new hobby entirely. Beginners are welcome.
Make It Art! - Session #2
Tue, Feb 03, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
For teens and adults. Unleash your inner artist! Make art using techniques employed by contemporary illustrators of picture books.
Café Franglish - with ACFOMI
Wed, Feb 04, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
Pratique ton anglais et ton français dans un environnement convivial! Practice your English and French in a friendly environment.
Read for Fun - Queen's Students for Literacy
Wed, Feb 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages 5-12. Learners will enjoy a fun, supportive space with caring volunteers, building confidence through games, reading, writing, and activities that make learning enjoyable.
World Music Appreciation - with MusicBox- Queen's Chapter
Wed, Feb 04, 6:15pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 2
For ages 6 and up. High-energy group lessons blending music theory & history with global sounds through dance, singing, and storytelling—sparking confidence, self-expression, and a love of music.
Rhythm & Rhyme
Thu, Feb 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Friends of the Library Gather Space
For ages 3 and under. Through rhythm, rhyme and movement, children will naturally develop language and increase their ability to hear the smaller sounds in words. Drop-in.
Business Basics - with the Kingston Economic Development Corporation
Thu, Feb 05, 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
Cancelled
Teen Creativity Studio
Thu, Feb 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Expand your skills in filming, sound design and recording, lighting and editing. For high school students.
Kingston Writers Collective
Thu, Feb 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2
Join the Writers Collective of Canada to engage in creative writing and connect with other writers!
"Our Dance of Revolution” Film Screening & Discussion - with the Black Studies Program, Queen’s University
Sat, Feb 07, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
"We are people of revolution. We’re here because others have rebelled. Because others have stood in solid resistance!”
Repair It!
Sat, Feb 07, 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!
The Climate Resilience Series - Strengthening Adaptation and Resilience in Businesses
Mon, Feb 09, 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room 1
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.
Craft and Create
Mon, Feb 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
Work on crafty projects, learn to use makerspace equipment, learn from other local makers, and get inspired!
Make It Art! - Session #2
Tue, Feb 10, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
For teens and adults. Unleash your inner artist! Make art using techniques employed by contemporary illustrators of picture books.
Aging Well & Talking Café - Living With a Disability
Wed, Feb 11, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
Learn how Independent Living Centre Kingston can support you and your loved ones. This event is followed by a Talking Café with refreshments facilitated by Compassionate Communities Kingston.
Registration opens Saturday, January 31 2026 at 9:00am
Read for Fun - Queen's Students for Literacy
Wed, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
Ages 5-12. Learners will enjoy a fun, supportive space with caring volunteers, building confidence through games, reading, writing, and activities that make learning enjoyable.
Café Franglish - with ACFOMI
Wed, Feb 11, 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.
World Music Appreciation - with MusicBox- Queen's Chapter
Wed, Feb 11, 6:15pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 1
For ages 6 and up. High-energy group lessons blending music theory & history with global sounds through dance, singing, and storytelling—sparking confidence, self-expression, and a love of music.
Rhythm & Rhyme
Thu, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Friends of the Library Gather Space
For ages 3 and under. Through rhythm, rhyme and movement, children will naturally develop language and increase their ability to hear the smaller sounds in words. Drop-in.
Kingston Writers Collective
Thu, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2
Join the Writers Collective of Canada to engage in creative writing and connect with other writers!
Make it Happen - Creating Carnival Headbands
Thu, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Library Gather & Create Space
For ages 14 and up. Join the Queen's African and Caribbean Students' Association (ACSA) for a workshop on carnival as an important cultural display. Make your own carnival headband to take home!
Registration opens Thursday, January 29 2026 at 9:00am
Create Space Open House
Sat, Feb 14, 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.
Crochet and Knit Circle - with YarnGK
Tue, Feb 17, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2
Meet other yarn enthusiasts, learn new techniques or learn a new hobby entirely. Beginners are welcome.
Make It Art! - Session #2
Tue, Feb 17, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
For teens and adults. Unleash your inner artist! Make art using techniques employed by contemporary illustrators of picture books.
Rhythm & Rhyme
Thu, Feb 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Friends of the Library Gather Space
For ages 3 and under. Through rhythm, rhyme and movement, children will naturally develop language and increase their ability to hear the smaller sounds in words. Drop-in.
Cancelled
Teen Creativity Studio
Thu, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Expand your skills in filming, sound design and recording, lighting and editing. For high school students.
Kingston Writers Collective
Thu, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2
Join the Writers Collective of Canada to engage in creative writing and connect with other writers!
Lunar New Year
Sat, Feb 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space,Meeting Room 1,Meeting Room 2,Meeting Room 3,Meeting Room 4
Join KFPL and the Chinese Canadian Association of Kingston and District (CCAKD) for a morning of Lunar New Year festivities!
Books and Beans - Celebrating Black Authors
Sat, Feb 21, 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!
Create Space Open House
Sat, Feb 21, 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, Feb 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
Work on crafty projects, learn to use makerspace equipment, learn from other local makers, and get inspired!
The Climate Resilience Series - Adaptation and Resilience in Community Support Organizations
Tue, Feb 24, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room 1
The climate has changed, and this presents severe challenges for community organizations. Understand today's risks, prepare for tomorrow, and build resilience in this workshop by Sustainable Kingston.
Registration opens Tuesday, February 3 2026 at 9:00am
Read for Fun - Queen's Students for Literacy
Wed, Feb 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
Ages 5-12. Learners will enjoy a fun, supportive space with caring volunteers, building confidence through games, reading, writing, and activities that make learning enjoyable.
Exploring Entrepreneurship - with the Kingston Economic Development Corporation
Thu, Feb 26, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
Are you ready to explore entrepreneurship? Join Kingston Economic Development to learn how to start your journey! Register
Make it Happen - Creative Collaging for Black Histories and Futures Month
Thu, Feb 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
For ages 14 and up. Celebrate Black Histories and Futures Month with an inspiring presentation by the Queen's African Caribbean Students' Association and a hands-on collage activity.
Registration opens Thursday, February 12 2026 at 9:00am
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