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Registration opens:
May 30th, 2026

Roots & Remedies

Indigenous Teachings and Plant Science

2026-06-11 18:30:00 2026-06-11 19:30:00 America/New_York Roots & Remedies For ages 8 to 12. Discover how plants grow & thrive while learning about sacred medicines and essential oils with guidance from an Indigenous leader. Create and take home your own smokeless smudge! Calvin Park Branch - The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room

Thursday, June 11
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-11 18:30:00 2026-06-11 19:30:00 America/New_York Roots & Remedies For ages 8 to 12. Discover how plants grow & thrive while learning about sacred medicines and essential oils with guidance from an Indigenous leader. Create and take home your own smokeless smudge! Calvin Park Branch - The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room

Calvin Park Branch

The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room

For ages 8 to 12. Discover how plants grow & thrive while learning about sacred medicines and essential oils with guidance from an Indigenous leader. Create and take home your own smokeless smudge!

All welcome to attend. This program blends traditional Indigenous practices with plant-based science.

Claire, our special guest, is Algonquin from Pikwàkanagàn First Nation and a Queen’s University ITEP graduate.

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Technology & Making | Indigenous Cultures and Learning | Climate and Sustainability |

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Calvin Park Branch

Hours

About the branch

Upcoming events

English Conversation Circle

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.

Technology Tutors

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.

Digital Marketing Essentials - with the Kingston Economic Development Corporation

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

Cancelled

Class Visit - CALVIN PARK

Tue, May 12, 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.

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.

Technology Tutors

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.

Technology Tutors

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.

STEM Explorers: Science Magic!

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

Cancelled

Class Visit- CALVIN PARK

Fri, May 15, 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, 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.

Technology Tutors

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.

Technology Tutors

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.

Technology Tutors

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.

Conquer the Cube

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

Technology Tutors

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.

Uke-Along - Lullabies and Goodnight

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.

This event is full

Roots and Shoots - Community Fair

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.

From the Ground Up: A Garden Workshop Series - Spacing, Watering, Mulching, and Interplanting

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.

Technology Tutors

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.

English Conversation Circle

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.

Technology Tutors

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.

Municipal Election Candidate Information Session - with the City of Kingston

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!

Technology Tutors

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.

Technology Tutors

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.

Science Quest: Animal Engineers

Thu, May 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room

Ages 6-9. Discover animal architects—from dam-building beavers to city-making ants. Think like an engineer and design your own wild structure! Registration required.

PA Day: Puppet Show

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!

PA Day - Bead & Breathe

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

Technology Tutors

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.

Stories in the Garden

Mon, Jun 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

For ages 2 to 5. Join KFPL and KCHC’s Garden Liaison outside the Calvin Park Branch for stories, songs, and hands-on gardening fun! Tools provided. Registration is for the full 4 weeks.

Registration opens Saturday, May 23 2026 at 9:00am

English Conversation Circle

Mon, Jun 01, 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, Jun 02, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment.

Class Visit - CALVIN PARK

Wed, Jun 03, 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.

Technology Tutors

Wed, Jun 03, 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, Jun 04, 9:00am - 1:00pm

Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment.

Science Quest: Machines on Mars

Thu, Jun 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room

Ages 8-12. Design and build a Mars-ready machine in this hands-on STEM program. Tackle real challenges and think like an engineer to explore the Red Planet! All supplies included.

Registration opens Saturday, May 23 2026 at 9:00am

Sat, Jun 06, 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.

Stories in the Garden

Mon, Jun 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room

For ages 2 to 5. Join KFPL and KCHC’s Garden Liaison outside the Calvin Park Branch for stories, songs, and hands-on gardening fun! Tools provided. Registration is for the full 4 weeks.

Registration opens Saturday, May 23 2026 at 9:00am

English Conversation Circle

Mon, Jun 08, 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, Jun 09, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment.

Class Visit- CALVIN PARK

Tue, Jun 09, 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.

Technology Tutors

Wed, Jun 10, 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, Jun 11, 9:00am - 1:00pm

Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment.

Roots & Remedies - Indigenous Teachings and Plant Science

Thu, Jun 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room

For ages 8 to 12. Discover how plants grow & thrive while learning about sacred medicines and essential oils with guidance from an Indigenous leader. Create and take home your own smokeless smudge!

Registration opens Saturday, May 30 2026 at 9:00am