Post by Joseph, Information Services staff The City & the City is a 2019 mystery mini-series adapted by the BBC from China Miéville’s novel of the same name. Inspector Borlú (David Morrissey) of the Besźel Extreme Crime Squad is called to investigate what seems like a fairly mundane murder but soon spirals into a much… Read More Mini-Series Review: The City & the City
Post by Ingrid, Information Services staff Today is Read an Ebook Day! To get on board and celebrate, you can download the Libby app on your device and try out a new read. Adult Reads Crosshairs | A Knock at Midnight | We Two Alone | The Self-Love Revolution | Fire in the Blood For the Kids… Read More Virtual Display: Read an E-Book Day
Post by Ellie Anglin, Information Services staff Did you know that Waterloo Region’s One Book, One Community (OBOC) program is one of the longest running of its kind? OBOC was created in 2002 by a group of library staff, booksellers, city employees and volunteers to promote reading by adults and to build connections in the… Read More One Book, One Community 2020
Post by Kassandra, Information services staff It’s that time of year again; back to school! Whether you are in elementary school, high school, pursuing post-secondary education, or a parent with school-aged kids, school probably looks a little bit different this year. Classes may be online, in person, or a combination of both. This new terrain… Read More Back to School Resources
Post by Megan, Information Services staff September has always felt like an opportunity for a fresh start, even if you’re not going back to school. There’s something in the air this time of year (and it’s not just pumpkin spice). It is a chance to make a change and forge new connections with your neighbours.… Read More End of Week Care Package
Post by Jesse, Information Services staff The Noname Book Club began over a year ago in August 2019. Noname is an American rapper, poet, and record producer who has been working in music and performance industries for a decade. In July 2019, she posted a photo of the book she was reading on Twitter, Jackson… Read More The Noname Book Club
Celebrating memoirs at Kitchener Public Library.
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Post by Elliott, Information Services staff Access to 3D printing is an fantastic service we provide at Kitchener Public Library. I used the 3D printer for the first time this week and it was incredible to see the figures I chose appear before my eyes as I watched the printer work. While some heavy duty… Read More 3D Printing at Central Library
Post by Ada, Information Services staff Did you know you can borrow sheet music from the library? As a musician, I am particularly fond of this collection and enjoy checking out a few new books each week. Below are some recommendations, but if you’re looking to search in the KPL catalogue, type in “music scores”… Read More Collection Highlight: Music Scores
Post by Ada, Information Services staff It’s been wonderful to see folks back in the library space for quick browsing, computer access, and audio and digital media production. If you are looking for more information on what’s happening at the library right now, check out KPL’s Welcome Back page for details. August is nearing its… Read More End of Week Care Package
