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Stories in the Square

A "Love Kingston Marketplace" Event

For children of all ages. Bring a blanket, sunscreen and your masks to the City Hall Amphitheatre ,and join us for stories, songs and plenty of fun! ASL interpretation will be provided.

Remember, outdoor events are limited to a maximum of 100 attendees. If you arrive to the amphitheatre and physical distancing is not possible, consider coming back another day.

Find out more about the Love Kingston Marketplace.

If rain, the program will be cancelled. The program will also be cancelled if temperatures (or the humidex) surpass 36°C or an air quality advisory has been issued. Cancellation notices will be posted on the KFPL website, Facebook and Twitter.

AGE GROUP: | Early Years | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Early Literacy and School Readiness | Arts & Entertainment |

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KFPL often has events and program "in the community," outside of the library branches. Look in the description of the program for more information about where it is located.

Upcoming events

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Older Adults Day - with Kingston Community Health Centres
Mon, May 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Join KFPL and KCHC every Monday at the Rideau Heights Community Centre for an older adults activity day
Kingston & Frontenac Community Services Fair
Wed, May 06, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Join KFPL and the Frontenac Human Services & Justice Coordinating Committee at the Slush Puppie Place to explore local services and agencies.
Touch the Truck
Wed, May 06, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Enjoy educational info, kids’ activities, & of course, lots of big trucks & equipment to explore. We’re delivering truckloads of tales—stop by the library’s booth!
Science Rendezvous
Sat, May 09, 10:00am - 3:00pm
All ages. Interested in the Ice Age? Deep space? Robots? Brains? Climate? Learn, have fun and be inspired by the wonder and possibilities of science, technology and engineering at this free event!
Older Adults Day - with Kingston Community Health Centres
Mon, May 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Join KFPL and KCHC every Monday at the Rideau Heights Community Centre for an older adults activity day
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Older Adults Day - with Kingston Community Health Centres
Mon, May 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Join KFPL and KCHC every Monday at the Rideau Heights Community Centre for an older adults activity day
Café Franglish - with ACFOMI
Wed, May 20, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Pratique ton anglais et ton français dans un environnement convivial! Practice your English and French in a friendly environment.
Older Adults Day - with Kingston Community Health Centres
Mon, May 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Join KFPL and KCHC every Monday at the Rideau Heights Community Centre for an older adults activity day
Stories in the Park - Dunham Park
Tue, May 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
For children of all ages. Bring a blanket and sunscreen and join us for stories, songs, and plenty of fun—while helping children keep their reading and literacy skills strong over the summer.
Stories in the Park - Lake Ontario Park
Tue, May 26, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
For children of all ages. Bring a blanket and enjoy this special evening of stories, songs, and summer reading fun.
Stories in the Park - Greenwood Park
Wed, May 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
For children of all ages. Drop in! Join us for stories, songs & plenty of outdoor fun at Greenwood Park.
Community Café - with Rural Frontenac Community Services
Wed, May 27, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Join KFPL and Rural Frontenac Community Services for a welcoming drop-in for older adults including guest speakers, maker activities, and a shared meal!
Stories in the Square
Thu, May 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
For children of all ages. Drop in and join us for stories, songs, and plenty of fun in the City Hall Amphitheatre in downtown Kingston—helping kids keep their summer reading skills strong!
Stories at the Point
Fri, May 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
For children of all ages. Join us for outdoor Storytime fun at Sydenham Point and help keep summer reading skills strong! This program is presented in partnership with EarlyON.
Stories in the Park - Markers Acres Park
Fri, May 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
For children of all ages. Bring a blanket and sunscreen and join us for stories, songs, and plenty of fun—while helping children keep their reading and literacy skills strong over the summer.
Turtle Awareness Day 2026
Sat, May 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Join Turtles Kingston to learn about turtle and tortoise conservation. KFPL will be on site 10–12 p.m. with turtle-themed books and a Totally Turtles storytime at 10:30 a.m.
Spring Together - A Free Community Event
Sat, May 30, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Join KCHC and community partners for a BBQ, activities, and a swath of different booths. KFPL will be present with a pop-up library. Stop by to use the button maker, get a library card, and more!
Older Adults Day - with Kingston Community Health Centres
Mon, Jun 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Join KFPL and KCHC every Monday at the Rideau Heights Community Centre for an older adults activity day
Stories in the Park - Dunham Park
Tue, Jun 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
For children of all ages. Bring a blanket and sunscreen and join us for stories, songs, and plenty of fun—while helping children keep their reading and literacy skills strong over the summer.
Stories in the Park - Lake Ontario Park
Tue, Jun 02, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
For children of all ages. Bring a blanket and enjoy this special evening of stories, songs, and summer reading fun.
Stories in the Park - Greenwood Park
Wed, Jun 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
For children of all ages. Drop in! Join us for stories, songs & plenty of outdoor fun at Greenwood Park.
Stories in the Square
Thu, Jun 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
For children of all ages. Drop in and join us for stories, songs, and plenty of fun in the City Hall Amphitheatre in downtown Kingston—helping kids keep their summer reading skills strong!
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