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Box City!

P.A. Days

Ages 6 and up. With cardboard boxes and a selection of art supplies, design a building to your specifications that will become part of one big city.

Skyscrapers, sports domes, parking garages, art galleries, storefronts with apartments above … we need ‘em all! Get ready to build! 

This program requires free registration.

Please complete the Ontario COVID-19 self-assessment screening before attending the program, thank you! Please remember that all participants ages 2 and up must wear a mask throughout the program and while visiting the library. You will be asked to check-in on your arrival.

Caregivers of children under the age of 7 must remain in the program space. 

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Arts & Entertainment |

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Central Branch
Phone: 613-549-8888
Hours

Upcoming events

Technology Tutors
Sat, May 17, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Create Space Open House
Sat, May 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Friends of the Library Create Space
Drop by the KFPL Maker Space and learn about all the tools we have to offer.
Crochet and Knit Circle - with YarnGK
Tue, May 20, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2
Bring your crochet or knitting project and meet other yarn enthusiasts!
Create Space Open House
Wed, May 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Friends of the Library Create Space
Drop by the KFPL Maker Space and learn about all the tools we have to offer.
Technology Tutors
Wed, May 21, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Technology Help - PressReader and Cantook Station
Thu, May 22, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room 2
Join KFPL's tech tutors to learn about PressReader, an online platform available through KFPL which provides access to newspapers and magazines, and Cantook Station, KFPL's platform for French eBooks.
Technology Tutors
Sat, May 24, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Technology Tutors
Mon, 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. 
Craft and Create
Mon, May 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Library Gather & Create Space
Work on crafty projects, learn to use makerspace equipment, learn from other local makers, and get inspired!
Create Space Open House
Wed, May 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Friends of the Library Create Space
Drop by the KFPL Maker Space and learn about all the tools we have to offer.
Class Visit - CENTRAL - BOOKED
Wed, May 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Friends of the Library Gather Space
Opening for an elementary class (K-6) visit at the Central Branch. Please register and a staff member will contact you for more details.
Registration is now closed
Technology Tutors
Wed, May 28, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Make it Happen - Introduction to Abstract Painting
Thu, May 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Library Gather & Create Space
For ages 14 and up. Join us in the Gather/Create Space to learn a useful hands-on skill taught by a community expert. No previous experience necessary.
PA Day: Birds of a Feather
Fri, May 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Friends of the Library Gather Space
Ages 8+. Craft whimsical papier-mâché birds with vibrant colors & intricate details. These handmade creations capture the beauty of real birds, perfect for decor or gifts. All supplies included.
PA Day : The Science of Sound - with the Kingston Symphony
Fri, May 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 1
Ages 7-12. Join Kingston Symphony musicians for an interactive concert exploring the science of sound! Learn how orchestra instruments make music, then create your own with household materials.
Technology Tutors
Sat, May 31, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Books and Beans - Memoirs
Sat, May 31, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
Kingston Frontenac Public Library's New Adult Advisory Board presents a series of casual book discussion mixers. Just don't call it a book club!
Technology Tutors
Mon, 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. 
Craft and Create
Mon, Jun 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Library Gather & Create Space
Work on crafty projects, learn to use makerspace equipment, learn from other local makers, and get inspired!
Crochet and Knit Circle - with YarnGK
Tue, Jun 03, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2
Bring your crochet or knitting project and meet other yarn enthusiasts!
Create Space Open House
Wed, Jun 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Friends of the Library Create Space
Drop by the KFPL Maker Space and learn about all the tools we have to offer.
Technology Tutors
Wed, Jun 04, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Business Basics - with the Kingston Economic Development Corporation
Thu, Jun 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
Learn how to get your business off the ground, how to register your business, make a business plan and more!Register
Make it Happen - Crochet 101
Thu, Jun 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Library Gather & Create Space
Learn the basics of crochet with Brandon Elderhorst from YarnGK. This program is designed for beginners. No experience necessary!
Registration opens Saturday, May 24 2025 at 9:00am
New Adult Advisory Board Meeting
Thu, Jun 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2
Monthly meeting of KFPL's New Adult Advisory Board (NAAB).
Technology Tutors
Sat, Jun 07, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Vibrant Voices - A Song Circle for 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies
Sat, Jun 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room 1
Join us for a joyful song circle that centres 2SLGBTQIA+ and gender-expansive voices. Everyone is welcome, including friends and allies. For ages 13+.
Repair It!
Sat, Jun 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
A welcoming space to learn new skills and connect with our community of fixers. Bring your broken items and learn how to fix them!
Technology Tutors
Mon, 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. 
Craft and Create
Mon, Jun 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Library Gather & Create Space
Work on crafty projects, learn to use makerspace equipment, learn from other local makers, and get inspired!
Create Space Open House
Wed, Jun 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Friends of the Library Create Space
Drop by the KFPL Maker Space and learn about all the tools we have to offer.
Technology Tutors
Wed, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Drag Makeup Workshop - with Kingston Pride and BeeWitched
Wed, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Friends of the Library Gather Space
Join award winning entertainer events coordinator, makeup artist and drag performer BeeWitched as they walk you through the steps of painting yourself like a queen! For ages 14 and up.
Café Franglish - with ACFOMI
Wed, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room 1
Pratique ton anglais et ton français dans un environnement convivial! Practice your English and French in a friendly environment.
Technology Help - Hoopla and Kanopy
Thu, Jun 12, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room 4
Meet with a library tech tutor in a small group to learn how to use Hoopla and Kanopy- streaming services available with a KFPL library card.
Registration opens Saturday, May 31 2025 at 9:00am
Create and Resist! - with Kingston Pride
Thu, Jun 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 2
Join us for an evening of connection, creativity, queer expression and community-building through art.
Make it Happen - Indigenous Beadwork
Thu, Jun 12, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Library Gather & Create Space,Friends of the Library Gather Space
For ages 14 and up. Join us in the Gather/Create Space to learn a useful hands-on skill taught by a community expert. No previous experience necessary.
Registration opens Saturday, May 31 2025 at 9:00am
Technology Tutors
Sat, Jun 14, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Tech Tutors are available by appointment only. Please call or visit any branch to book your one-on-one appointment. 
Create Space Open House
Sat, Jun 14, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Friends of the Library Create Space
Drop by the KFPL Maker Space and learn about all the tools we have to offer.
Technology Tutors
Mon, 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. 
Craft and Create
Mon, Jun 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Library Gather & Create Space
Work on crafty projects, learn to use makerspace equipment, learn from other local makers, and get inspired!
Crochet and Knit Circle - with YarnGK
Tue, Jun 17, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2
Bring your crochet or knitting project and meet other yarn enthusiasts!
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