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Science Quest: Machines on Mars

2026-06-04 18:00:00 2026-06-04 19:00:00 America/New_York Science Quest: Machines on Mars 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. Calvin Park Branch - The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room

Thursday, June 04
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-04 18:00:00 2026-06-04 19:00:00 America/New_York Science Quest: Machines on Mars 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. Calvin Park Branch - The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room

Calvin Park Branch

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.

Caregivers of children under the age of 7 must remain in the program space; caregivers of children ages 7-9 must remain in the library during the program. Thank you.

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Technology & Making | Interests & Lifelong Learning |

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Calvin Park Branch

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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.

P.A. 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!

P.A. 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.

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.

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 - BOOKED

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.

Registration is now closed

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.

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.

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

Technology Tutors

Sat, Jun 13, 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 15, 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.

English Conversation Circle

Mon, Jun 15, 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 - June: National Indigenous Peoples Day

Mon, Jun 15, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room

Ages 8-12. Celebrate the season with STEM challenges inspired by holidays and traditions. Today’s activities include beading and math patterns exploring Indigenous design and symmetry with Liv Rondeau

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

Technology Tutors

Tue, Jun 16, 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 16, 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 opens Tuesday, June 16 2026 at 9:00am

From the Ground Up: A Garden Workshop Series - Common Problems in the Garden

Tue, Jun 16, 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.

Technology Tutors

Wed, Jun 17, 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 - Beginning Genealogy

Wed, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

The Friends of the Library Community Meeting Room

Join Nancy Cutway of the Kingston Branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society to learn the fundamentals of genealogy and begin your research journey.

Registration opens Saturday, June 6 2026 at 9:00am

Technology Tutors

Thu, Jun 18, 9:00am - 1:00pm

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 22, 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.

English Conversation Circle

Mon, Jun 22, 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 23, 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, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 7:00pm

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

Café Franglish - with ACFOMI

Wed, Jun 24, 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, Jun 25, 9:00am - 1:00pm

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