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Reading Buddies for Newcomer Youth

Live Online Event
2021-08-09 14:30:00 2021-08-09 16:00:00 America/New_York Reading Buddies for Newcomer Youth Offered online (Aug. 9-13) via Zoom for newcomer youth. Teen volunteers and library staff facilitate one-on-one reading support and fun literacy activities for developing ESL readers. In the Community -

Monday, August 09
2:30pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2021-08-09 14:30:00 2021-08-09 16:00:00 America/New_York Reading Buddies for Newcomer Youth Offered online (Aug. 9-13) via Zoom for newcomer youth. Teen volunteers and library staff facilitate one-on-one reading support and fun literacy activities for developing ESL readers. In the Community -

Offered online (Aug. 9-13) via Zoom for newcomer youth. Teen volunteers and library staff facilitate one-on-one reading support and fun literacy activities for developing ESL readers.

KFPL’s Reading Buddies program exists to nurture the developing ESL literacy skills of newcomer youth through one-one-one reading support and fun literacy activities. The Reading Buddies for Newcomer Youth program will be facilitated online with Zoom from August 9 to 13.

Participation will require a computer with stable Internet connection and computer with webcam and microphone. We are asking that a parent or guardian remain close by to assist with any technology issues.

This program requires free registration. Registrants are asked to provide an email address and we will send a link to a series of private Zoom meetings.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Public Engagement | Interests & Lifelong Learning |

TAGS: | Reading Buddies |

In the Community
Hours
About the branch

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

KFPL joins EarlyON at Bayridge Elementary School
Wed, May 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ages 0-6. Discover a haven of possibilities with plenty of activities and cozy play spaces! EarlyON is open from 9-12:30 p.m., with a structured KFPL musical program at 10:30 am.
Sing & Stroll at City Park
Thu, May 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Best for under 3 years. Dress for the outdoors, pack your stroller, wagon or walking shoes and meet us at City Park. We will stroll and sing some favourite tunes! No registration necessary.
Stories in the Park - Dunham Park
Tue, May 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
For children of all ages. Drop in! Bring a blanket and sunscreen and join us for stories, songs and plenty of outdoor fun.
Stories in the Park - Greenwood Park
Wed, May 21, 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, May 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
For children of all ages. Drop in and join us for stories, songs & plenty of fun in the City Hall Amphitheatre in downtown Kingston. Don't forget your blanket & sunscreen!
Summer Kickoff Music Festival
Sat, May 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Enjoy live, local music at the Summer Kickoff Music Festival! Celebrate South Frontenac’s talent in music, food, and drink at Centennial Park in Harrowsmith.
KFPL joins EarlyON at the Invista Centre!
Mon, May 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Ages 0-6. Discover a haven of possibilities with plenty of gross motor activities and cozy play spaces! EarlyON is open from 9-12:30 p.m., with a structured KFPL musical program at 10:30 am
Stories in the Park - Dunham Park
Tue, May 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
For children of all ages. Drop in! Bring a blanket and sunscreen and join us for stories, songs and plenty of outdoor fun.
Stories in the Park - Greenwood Park
Wed, May 28, 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, May 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
For children of all ages. Drop in and join us for stories, songs & plenty of fun in the City Hall Amphitheatre in downtown Kingston. Don't forget your blanket & sunscreen!
Stories in the Park - Dunham Park
Tue, Jun 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
For children of all ages. Drop in! Bring a blanket and sunscreen and join us for stories, songs and plenty of outdoor fun.
Stories in the Park - Greenwood Park
Wed, Jun 04, 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 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
For children of all ages. Drop in and join us for stories, songs & plenty of fun in the City Hall Amphitheatre in downtown Kingston. Don't forget your blanket & sunscreen!
Stories at the Point
Fri, Jun 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
All ages. Join us for outdoor Storytime fun at Sydenham Point. This program is in partnership with EarlyON.
Inclusive Fun Fair
Sat, Jun 07, 10:00am - 3:00pm
For families. Join us at the Inclusive Fun Fair in partnership with The Inclusive Play Project Kingston. KFPL will be providing mini storytimes inside the Rideau Heights branch at 10:30 & 2 p.m.
Stories in the Park - Dunham Park
Tue, Jun 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
For children of all ages. Drop in! Bring a blanket and sunscreen and join us for stories, songs and plenty of outdoor fun.
Stories in the Park - Greenwood Park
Wed, Jun 11, 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 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
For children of all ages. Drop in and join us for stories, songs & plenty of fun in the City Hall Amphitheatre in downtown Kingston. Don't forget your blanket & sunscreen!
Stories at the Point
Fri, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
All ages. Join us for outdoor Storytime fun at Sydenham Point. This program is in partnership with EarlyON.
Kingston Pride: Drag Storytime
Sat, Jun 14, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
For children of all ages. Join us for a special storytime with Drag artist, Gila Münster. Enjoy inclusive books, stories and songs that foster acceptance and embrace diversity.
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