Kingston Relocation Guide 2008/2009

A wide range of options for adult education is available through Queen’s Continuing and Distance Studies or the adult education departments of local school boards, as well as private institutions such as the Kingston School of Art, the Kingston Learning Centre and Academy of Learning. LIBRARIES If you live in the City of Kingston or the Township of Frontenac, you are entitled to a free library card. If you live outside those areas, an adult membership is $40, with free membership for your children under 16. Visit the library website at www.kfpl.ca to learn about programs for children or library events and to browse the catalogue, place holds, or join a book club. Kingston Frontenac Public Library (KFPL) branches are located throughout the city: Central Branch 130 Johnson St., 613-549-8888 Isabel Turner Branch 935 Gardiners Rd., 613-389-2611 Calvin Park Branch 88 Wright Cres., 613-546-2582 Kingscourt Branch 115 Kirkpatrick St., 613-546-0698 Pittsburgh Branch 80 Gore Rd., 613-542-8222 Howe Island Branch R. R. 4, Howe Island, 613-549-7972 Wolfe Island Branch Hwy 95/96 Junction, 613-385-2112 For locations of rural branches, contact KFPL. If you live in Loyalist Township, you have free access to these libraries: Amherstview Public Library 322 Amherst Dr., 613-389-6006 Bath Public Library 193 Davey St., 613-352-5600 Odessa Public Library 108 Main St., 613-386-3981 Stella Public Library 5555 Front Rd., Amherst Island, 613-389-9371 Community members are welcomed at all Queen’s libraries. On-site use of the collections is free; a $50 library card will allow you to borrow books. RECREATIONAL PASTIMES Recreational activities abound in Kingston, from outdoor sports such as sailing, windsurfing, golfing, skiing, hiking and cycling to indoor climbing, tennis, swimming, dancing, skating and a wide choice of fitness programs. Extreme sports enthusiasts will find many opportunities in Kingston. Volunteer & Information Kingston (613-542-1001) offers information on clubs, hobbies and sports. For a warm welcome and instant access to a supportive group involved in community activities, ask about the Kingston Newcomers Club. Watch for the city’s comprehensive Community Activity Guide published by the City of Kingston in the spring and fall and distributed in your newspaper or pick up a copy at any library branch. Kingston is home to many internationally known writers, artists, The Limestone District School Board Building The Future How do young children learn? They learn by doing, moving and talking. Kindergarten programs in the Limestone District School Board use a variety of approaches carefully selected and balanced to ensure children explore, investigate, play, problem solve, and express ideas. We offer Kindergarten programs for 4 and 5 year olds, in both English and French Immersion. Contact your local public school today to enroll your child in Kindergarten for September 2008. Postal Bag 610, 220 Portsmouth Avenue, Kingston, ON K7L 4X4 1-800-267-0935 or 613-544-6920 Ann Goodfellow, Chair Brenda Hunter, Director of Education www.limestone.on.ca 2008/2009 RELOCATION GUIDE 2 9 http://www.kfpl.ca http://www.limestone.on.ca

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Kingston Relocation Guide 2008/2009 Contents Welcome to Kingston A Bird’s Eye View West of Kingston Kingston West Kingston Central Kingston East Gananoque The Islands House Hunting Condominiums Rentals Moving In From Nine to Five West of Kingston Map Downtown Kingston Close-up Map Kingston West Map Kingston Central Map Kingston East Map Business Services Directory Finding a Job Lake Ontario and St. Lawrence River Islands Map Commercial Real Estate Bienvenue à Kingston Cultural Communities Education and Child Care Libraries Recreational Pastimes Kingston for Kids In Your Evergreen Years Medical Brief Relocation Services

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