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Registration opens:
April 04th, 2026

STEM through the Seasons

April: Earth Day

2026-04-20 18:00:00 2026-04-20 18:45:00 America/New_York STEM through the Seasons Ages 6-12. Build mini “bee hotels” for Earth Day and meet a special guest from the Limestone Beekeepers Guild, who will showcase a beesuit, equipment, and share honey samples. Registration required. Calvin Park Branch - The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room

Monday, April 20
6:00pm - 6:45pm

Add to Calendar 2026-04-20 18:00:00 2026-04-20 18:45:00 America/New_York STEM through the Seasons Ages 6-12. Build mini “bee hotels” for Earth Day and meet a special guest from the Limestone Beekeepers Guild, who will showcase a beesuit, equipment, and share honey samples. Registration required. Calvin Park Branch - The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room

Calvin Park Branch

The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room

Ages 6-12. Build mini “bee hotels” for Earth Day and meet a special guest from the Limestone Beekeepers Guild, who will showcase a beesuit, equipment, and share honey samples. Registration required.

Watch for upcoming STEM programs in our 'STEM Through the Seasons' series, inspired by holidays and traditions:

June 15: Indigenous Beading

August 10: Summer Water Rockets

October 26: Pumpkin Science 

December 21: Gingerbread Houses

 

Calvin Park Branch
Phone: 613-549-8888
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March Break Puppet Tour
Fri, Mar 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For ages 6 and under. Enjoy puppet performances, including Princess and the Pea & Raffi's Octopus' Garden. This event requires free tickets for all attendees (including infants and adults).
Family Storytime
Sat, Mar 21, 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, Mar 23, 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, Mar 24, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
The Climate Resilience Series - Strengthening Adaptation and Resilience in Businesses
Tue, Mar 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
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.
Technology Tutors
Wed, Mar 25, 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Aging Well & Talking Café - Habits for a Longer, Stronger Life
Wed, Mar 25, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Discover some lifestyle changes you can make to live your best life! This event is followed by a Talking Café with refreshments facilitated by Compassionate Communities Kingston.
Café Franglish - with ACFOMI
Wed, Mar 25, 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.
Technology Tutors
Thu, Mar 26, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Make it Happen - Maintaining and Sharpening Garden Tools
Thu, Mar 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For ages 14 and up. Get your tools in shape for spring planting! Bring your shovel, spade or trowel and learn how to sharpen their edges.
Family Storytime
Sat, Mar 28, 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.
Technology Tutors
Sat, Mar 28, 12:00pm - 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, Mar 30, 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, Mar 31, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Technology Tutors
Wed, Apr 01, 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Technology Tutors
Thu, Apr 02, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Matins Francos
Sat, Apr 04, 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.
Technology Tutors
Sat, Apr 04, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Technology Tutors
Tue, Apr 07, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Baby and Me
Wed, Apr 08, 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.
Technology Tutors
Wed, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Technology Tutors
Thu, Apr 09, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
STEM Explorers: Science Magic!
Thu, Apr 09, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Ages 6+. Discover the science behind magic! Kids will explore tricks using optical illusions & sleight of hand, with hands-on fun from library magic books. Ends with a mini magic show for families!
Registration opens Saturday, March 28 2026 at 9:00am
Family Storytime
Sat, Apr 11, 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.
Technology Tutors
Sat, Apr 11, 12:00pm - 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, Apr 13, 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, Apr 14, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Kingston Gets Active: Move & Groove Exercise Circuit
Tue, Apr 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For ages 2 to 5. Jump, crawl, balance, and play! This fun, play-based circuit gets kids moving through active stations that build coordination, confidence, and energy. Registration required.
Registration opens Saturday, April 4 2026 at 9:00am
Digital Marketing Essentials - with the Kingston Economic Development Corporation
Tue, Apr 14, 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
From the Ground Up: A Garden Workshop Series - Garden Planning
Tue, Apr 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Join us at the Calvin Park branch to learn how to design and maintain a successful vegetable garden, from the experts! Gardeners of all skill-levels are welcome.
Baby and Me
Wed, Apr 15, 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.
Technology Tutors
Wed, Apr 15, 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Technology Tutors
Thu, Apr 16, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
STEM Explorers: Science Magic!
Thu, Apr 16, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Ages 6+. Discover the science behind magic! Kids will explore tricks using optical illusions & sleight of hand, with hands-on fun from library magic books. Ends with a mini magic show for families!
Registration opens Saturday, March 28 2026 at 9:00am
PA Day - Boombastic Beats!
Fri, Apr 17, 10:30am - 11:15am
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For ages 6-9. Register for a fun, hands-on music session using Boomwhackers—colorful percussion tubes that make learning rhythm and melody exciting! No musical experience needed.
Registration opens Saturday, April 4 2026 at 9:00am
Family Storytime
Sat, Apr 18, 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.
Technology Tutors
Sat, Apr 18, 12:00pm - 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, Apr 20, 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.
STEM through the Seasons - April: Earth Day
Mon, Apr 20, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Ages 6-12. Build mini “bee hotels” for Earth Day and meet a special guest from the Limestone Beekeepers Guild, who will showcase a beesuit, equipment, and share honey samples. Registration required.
Registration opens Saturday, April 4 2026 at 9:00am
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