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Café Franglish

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2026-03-25 18:00:00 2026-03-25 19:45:00 America/New_York Café Franglish Pratique ton anglais et ton français dans un environnement convivial! Practice your English and French in a friendly environment. Calvin Park Branch - The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room

Wednesday, March 25
6:00pm - 7:45pm

Add to Calendar 2026-03-25 18:00:00 2026-03-25 19:45:00 America/New_York Café Franglish Pratique ton anglais et ton français dans un environnement convivial! Practice your English and French in a friendly environment. Calvin Park Branch - The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room

Calvin Park Branch

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.

Are you looking for an opportunity to practice your English or French to converse confidently and fluently in both languages? CAFÉ FRANGLISH will meet this need! It’s a weekly meeting space where Francophones and Anglophones come together in a relaxing and fun environment to discuss interesting and captivating topics over a cup of coffee.

CAFÉ FRANGLISH a free event, is based on a mutual support relationship between Francophones and Anglophones. If you’re a Francophone, it’s the perfect opportunity for you to improve your English while helping Anglophones improve their French and vice versa. All participants will leave satisfied from this exchange of linguistic skills.

CAFÉ FRANGLISH will provide a unique opportunity for Anglophones and Francophones to build enriching and lasting connections.

Come chat confidently in a judgment-free space.

Cherches-tu une opportunité de pratiquer ton anglais ou ton français afin de converser dans les deux langues avec confiance et aisance? Le CAFÉ FRANGLISH va répondre à ce besoin! C’est un espace de rencontre hebdomadaire où Francophones et Anglophones vont se joindre dans un cadre relaxant et amusant pour discuter ensemble autour d’un café, de sujets tout aussi intéressants que captivants.

Le CAFÉ FRANGLISH un événement gratuit, est basé sur une relation d’entraide entre francophones et anglophones. Si tu es francophone, c’est l’occasion parfaite pour toi d’améliorer ton anglais et d’aider en même temps une personne anglophone à améliorer son français et vice-versa. Tous les participants sortiront ainsi satisfaits de ce partage de compétences linguistiques.

Le CAFÉ FRANGLISH offrira une occasion hors du commun aux anglophones et aux francophones de tisser des liens enrichissants et durables.

Viens jaser en toute confiance dans un espace libre de tout jugement!

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AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Interests & Lifelong Learning |

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Calvin Park Branch

Phone: 613-549-8888

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Thu, Apr 30, 9:00am - 1:00pm
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Thu, Apr 30, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
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Sat, May 02, 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.

Sat, May 02, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Mon, May 04, 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.

Tue, May 05, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Tue, May 05, 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.

Tue, May 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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

Wed, May 06, 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.

Wed, May 06, 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Thu, May 07, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Thu, May 07, 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!
This event is full

Fri, May 08, 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

Cancelled
Fri, May 08, 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.

Sat, May 09, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Mon, May 11, 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.

Tue, May 12, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Tue, May 12, 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.

Tue, May 12, 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

Tue, May 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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

Wed, May 13, 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.

Wed, May 13, 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Thu, May 14, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Thu, May 14, 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!
This event is full

Fri, May 15, 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.

Fri, May 15, 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.

Sat, May 16, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Cancelled
Mon, May 18, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Newcomers are invited to practice their English skills in a relaxed setting, while meeting new people.

Tue, May 19, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Tue, May 19, 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.

Wed, May 20, 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Wed, May 20, 4:15pm - 4:45pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For ages 6 to 9. Learn to solve the cube while exploring new techniques, speed-cubing, challenges, and cool tricks. Bring your own cube or use one we provide—no experience needed

Thu, May 21, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Thu, May 21, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For graduates of Uke Can Do It and others with uke experience. Meet at the Calvin Park Branch to learn and play a new song each month.
Registration opens Saturday, May 2 2026 at 9:00am

Sat, May 23, 11:00am - 2:00pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Spring has sprung, and it's time to get our hands in the soil! Whether you have a green thumb or you've never touched a trowel, join us for a day dedicated to seeds, sprouts, and community spirit.

Sat, May 23, 11:30am - 1:00pm
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.
Registration opens Saturday, May 2 2026 at 9:00am

Sat, May 23, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Mon, May 25, 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.

Tue, May 26, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Tue, May 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Come learn about the role of City Council and School Board Trustees, and ask questions about running in the municipal election!

Wed, May 27, 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Thu, May 28, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 

Fri, May 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
For children of all ages. Travel the world with trips to Italy and Hawaii through these wonderful puppet shows—Strega Nona and the puppet musical Mahalo—presented by KFPL Puppeteers!

Fri, May 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room
Ages 9-12. Create with calm! Make fun Perler bead designs while listening to relaxing music in a chill, quiet space. Perfect for older kids who want to unwind and get creative.
Registration opens Saturday, May 16 2026 at 9:00am

Sat, May 30, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment.