June 2015 - Toronto Public Library

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PROGRAMS AND EVENTS AT YOUR LIBRARY
APRIL - JUNE 2015
Pan Am/Parapan Am Games
Spectator jams, sporting exhibits
and more. Page 20.
No More Silence
Celebrating aboriginal culture in
June. Page 25.
Going Green, Going Local
Toronto Master Gardeners on
growing great gardens. Toronto
community workshops and
environmental education.
Pages 46-47.
PLUS
Judy Blume, Jeff Rubin, and David
Suzuki at the Appel Salon. Page 7.
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About Our Programs & Toronto Public Library
Seniors Month Programs
Author Talks & Lectures
Book Clubs & Writers Groups
Career & Job Search Help
Computer & Library Training
Culture, Arts & Entertainment
ESL & Newcomers
Health & Wellness
History & Genealogy
Hobbies, Crafts & Games
Homework Help, Leadership & After School
Personal Finance
Reading Programs & Storytimes
Science & Technology
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Branch Map
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Bookmobile Schedule
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SENIORS MONTH
PROGRAMS
Boomers and beyond.
Rediscover your local
library – it's books and so
much more.
FEATURED PROGRAMS
Throughout the year, as well as during Seniors Month, there are
so many ways to connect with the library and each other, including:
LITERARY AND CULTURAL PROGRAMS
COMPUTER INSTRUCTION
Constantly curious? Try the Thought Exchange
lecture series on pages 26-27. If you’re partial to
Canadian literature, The eh List Author Series on
pages 8-9 is for you. Or attend our free evening
events at the Appel Salon, where authors and
speakers from around the world discuss new books
and big ideas. Page 7.
From the basics of email and the Internet to the
latest in online newspaper, magazine and research
articles and ebook collections, we can help. Page 17
or visit your local branch to find out more.
BOOK CLUBS
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Explore volunteering options. Visit
torontopubliclibrary.ca/volunteering or call to find
out how you can support your library.
Attend a library book club or start your own. Ask
for a ‘Book Club Set’ to borrow up to 15 copies of
selected titles. Or drop by a Tea & Books and discover
new reads over tea and conversation. Page 12.
For a complete listing of all
seniors month programs, visit
torontopubliclibrary.ca/seniorsmonth.
SENIORS MONTH PROGRAMS
TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY
Jewellery Making
Tea and Movies
Make beautiful jewellery in this hands-on workshop. No
experience is required. For ages 50 and up.
Socialize, have some specialty tea and an ‘oldie but goody’
movie.
Albert Campbell*
June 2
2 pm
Pleasant View
Fairview*
June 15
2 pm
Supporting Persons with Dementia
June 2
1 pm
Movie Special: Poetry
Winner of the 2010 Best Screenplay Award at the Cannes
Film Festival, Poetry is a Korean drama considered to be an
“achingly exquisite portrait” (Philadelphia Inquirer) of a
woman’s brave fight against Alzheimer’s, and against her
guilt over a relative’s brutal crime
A workshop by the Alzheimer Society of Toronto for
caregivers of persons with dementia on topics such as
understanding behaviours, strategies for responding,
meaningful activities and supportive services.
Eatonville*
June 10
5 pm
Staying Balanced: How to Improve Your Balance and
Coordination
Barbara Frum
June 11
2 pm
Insurance Fraud Seminar
Learn tips and techniques from older adult specialist and
personal trainer Eric Daw.
Hear about some of the fraudulent activities that impact
insurance and public safety from the Insurance Bureau of
Canada. Learn how to prevent becoming a victim of fraud
Beaches
Eatonville*
June 3
7 pm
June 15
2 pm
Seniors Exercise and Falls Prevention
Late-life Depression
In partnership with Carefirst Seniors and Community
Services.
Depression is not a normal part of aging and can be a
medical illness that may occur for the first time in late
life. Baycrest’s Psychiatrist in Chief Dr. Robert Madan helps
you understand the symptoms, causes and treatments.
Presented in partnership with Baycrest. Program takes
place in the Beeton Auditorium.
Hillcrest*
Wednesdays, June 3-24
1 pm
Sharing Your Stories: Memoir Writing
Tap your memory, your creativity and create a story
collection to be treasured by your family or a wider
audience. Presented by editor and writer Allyson Latta.
For new participants only. Registration begins April 1. To
register, call 416-395-5623. Program takes place in Room 1
(except June 3 in the Boardroom).
North York Central
Wednesdays, June 3-24
1 pm
Toronto Reference
June 15
Healthy Cognitive Aging
Ryerson Professor Alexandra Fiocco discusses the predictors
and prevention of cognitive decline, decline in memory
and thinking abilities. PhD student Katie Peck discusses the
effect of music on brain health.
Awareness Through Movement
North York Central
Learn movements designed to de-age joints, muscles and
brain.
Puzzles and the Brain
Don Mills
June 5
2 pm
Nordic Pole Walking: The Smarter Way to Walk
Get a chance to walk with poles and learn some of the
basic pole walking technique. What to wear: comfortable
walking shoes. Presented by Insideout Physiotherapy &
Wellness Group.
Palmerston
June 9
7 pm
1 pm
June 16
2 pm
Enigmatologist Stacy Costa explains how solving puzzles
can benefit all ages by developing the strength and
stamina of the brain.
Bendale
June 18
7 pm
Chris Beall’s Everest
A slide presentation on the region of Nepal.
Don Mills*
June 19
2 pm
Identity Theft
Board Games
Protect yourself against identity theft and fraud. Learn
about strategies to stay financially safe.
Chess, checkers, Mah Jong, Scrabble, dominoes, cards,
Connect 4, Jenga, Cranium and Skip Bo.
Woodside Square*
June 9
Dufferin/St. Clair June 11
4
6:30 pm
Brookbanks
June 25
2 pm
2 pm
“The library is a big part
of the story of our life.”
There are 100 reasons to give to
Toronto Public Library.
Donate now for the future.
Chuck and Marg have used the library as students, parents and volunteers. They know
that many of the offerings they use are funded by donors. So they decided to include
the Toronto Public Library Foundation in their will. Because of donors like them, the
next generation will have exceptional programs, services and collections for all to enjoy.
Learn more about bequests and tax-smart giving.
Contact Liza Fernandes at 416-397-5924 or
[email protected]
GREAT
BOOKS
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Discover nine great classic books. Hear why each is still relevant in our modern world.
Anna Karenina
by Leo Tolstoy
The Oresteia
by Aeschylus
No Great Mischief
by Alistair Macleod
With guest speaker
Julia Zarankin.
With guest speaker
Frederick Sweet.
With guest speaker Paul
Chafe.
May 19, 2 pm
Barbara Frum
June 5, 1 pm
Toronto Reference
Beeton Auditorium
June 19, 1 pm
Toronto Reference
Beeton Auditorium
A Fine Balance
by Rohinton Mistry
As for Me and My House
by Sinclair Ross
With guest speaker
John V. Snow.
With guest speaker
Frederick Sweet.
June 9, 7 pm
Gerrard/Ashdale
June 24, 6:30 pm
Runnymede
Brothers Karamazov
by Fyodor Dostoyevsky
Fifth Business
by Robertson Davies
Portrait of a Lady
by Henry James
With guest speaker
Julia Zarankin.
With guest speaker
John Greenwood.
With guest speaker John
V. Snow.
June 4, 2 pm
Deer Park
June 15, 2 pm
Brentwood
June 26, 2 pm
Don Mills
Medea
by Euripedes
With guest speaker
John Greenwood.
May 22, 1 pm
Toronto Reference
Beeton Auditorium
* Call or visit the branch to register. For branch hours and locations, see pages 58–62.
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AUTHOR TALKS
& LECTURES
Hear authors and
speakers from across
Canada and around
the world discuss new
books and big ideas.
Diana Gabaldon at the Bram & Bluma
Appel Salon, Toronto Reference Library
FEATURED PROGRAMS
This spring, make Toronto Public Library your destination for free readings and
discussions about new books, fresh ideas and current issues. We bring the hottest
authors and speakers from across the country and around the world to the library.
THE BRAM AND BLUMA APPEL SALON
Featuring Jane Urquhart, Lori Lansens, Sara Gruen,
Judy Blume and more. Opposite page.
CHEFS IN THE SALON
FEATURE PROGRAMS AT NORTH YORK
CENTRAL LIBRARY
Egyptian American journalist Mona Eltahawy,
Ireland’s Anne Enright, Canadian stars Kenneth
Oppel, Susan Juby, Susin Neilson and more. Page 10.
Passionate about food? Join a conversation with
Laura Calder, Amy Rosen and Mark Schatzker.
Opposite page.
Plus readings, lectures, workshops and
more great programs at your branch.
THE EH LIST
Meet the Canadians authors everyone’s reading.
Scotiabank Giller Prize winner Sean Michaels and
many more. Pages 8-9.
Page 10.
Toronto Star Short Story Contest
Awards Ceremony
Meet the 2015 Winner and Finalists
Wednesday, April 22
Reception at 6 pm
Awards presentations 6:30 pm
Yorkville Branch
Presented in partnership with Toronto Public Library.
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APRIL — JUNE
New books. Big
ideas.
join the conversation.
Jane Urquhart
The internationally acclaimed
author of Away and The Stone
Carvers on her new novel, The
Night Stages. With author
Charles Foran.
Wed. April 8, 7 pm
2015 SPUR Festival
Psychologist, journalist and
bestselling author Susan
Pinker and a panel of experts
discuss the changing nature
of community in a mobile and
interconnected world.
Thur. April 9, 7 pm
Lori Lansens and Sara Gruen
Two celebrated novelists. Lori
Lansens on The Mountain
Story. Sara Gruen on At the
Water’s Edge. With Global
TV’s Liza Fromer.
Tues. April 21, 7 pm
Guy Vanderhaeghe
The multi award-winning
author of The Englishman’s
Boy on Daddy Lenin and
Other Stories. With CBC
Radio’s Michael Enright.
2015 Canada Prize Awards
Ceremony
Celebrating the best
Canadian scholarly books
in the humanities and social
sciences. With keynote
speaker M.G. Vassanji. Hosted
by the Munk School’s Brian
Stewart.
Wed. April 29, 7 pm
(No Cash Bar)
Kate Mulgrew
The Emmy nominated actress
on her memoir, Born With
Teeth. With The Globe & Mail’s
Liz Renzetti.
Fri. May 1, 7 pm
Pan Am Poetry Slam
Canada’s most talented
young poets compete in an
ultimate poetry slam. Join the
celebration. See page 20.
Fri. May 22, 6–9 pm
Dispatches from the
Frontiers of Science
Five preeminent York
University scientists join CBC
Radio’s Anna Maria Tremonti
in a vibrant Q&A on five big
questions for the next 50
years. With keynote speaker
Leonard Mlodinow. See page 27.
Wed. May 6, 7 pm
2015 June Callwood Lecture:
David Suzuki
The award-winning scientist,
environmentalist and
broadcaster inspires us to live
with courage, conviction, and
passion. See page 23.
Wed. May 27, 7 pm
Chris Hedges
The Pulitzer Prize winner and
New York Times bestselling
author on Wages of Rebellion.
With NOW magazine’s Susan
G. Cole.
Tues. May 12, 7 pm
Judy Blume
The recipient of over 90
literary awards and three
lifetime achievement awards
on her first adult novel in 15
years, In the Unlikely Event.
See page 9.
Mon. June 29, 7 pm
Jeff Rubin
The #1 bestselling author of
Why Your World Is About
to Get a Whole Lot Smaller
on The Carbon Bubble:
What Happens To Us When
It Bursts. With author and
broadcaster Rudyard Griffiths.
Wed. May 20, 7 pm
Chefs in the Salon
Laura Calder and Amy Rosen join food
and travel writer Mark Schatzker in a
conversation about food.
Fri. May 15, 7 pm
The Bar at the Appel Salon
Join us for a drink. Cash bar
reception one hour before events.
From left to right: Laura Calder,
Amy Rosen and Mark Schatzker.
Free tickets are required and are
available online at
torontopubliclibrary.ca/appelsalon
starting four weeks before the event.
The Bram & Bluma Appel Salon
at the Toronto Reference Library
789 Yonge Street (one block north of Bloor Street)
Answerline: 416-393-7131 • [email protected]
The eh List
AUTHOR SERIES
Meet the Canadian writers everyone’s reading
Showcasing Canada’s top authors and their new books.
torontopubliclibrary.ca/ehlist
UPTOWN
DOWNTOWN
North York Central Library
David Bezmozgis
The Betrayers
Mon. March 23, 7 pm
Shawn Micallef
The Trouble with Brunch:
Work, Class and the Pursuit
of Leisure
Wed. May 6, 7 pm
Marina Endicott
Close to Hugh
Wed. May 27, 7 pm
Toronto Reference Library
Michael Hlinka
Stalled: Jump-Starting the
Canadian Economy
Thur. April 9, 7 pm
Atrium
Sean Michaels
Us Conductors
Thur. May 14, 7 pm
Atrium
Terry Fallis and
Kate Hilton
Self-publishing – to Success
Thur. June 18, 7 pm
Atrium
MIDTOWN
Northern District Branch
Daniel Poliquin
Le vol de l’ange
Sat. April 11, 2 pm
This program will be
presented in French.
Catherine Gildiner
Coming Ashore
Lee Maracle
Celia’s Song
Marilyn Dumont
A Really Good Brown Girl
City Hall Branch
John Lorinc hosts a panel
of historians, essayists and
commentators
The Ward: The Life and
Loss of Toronto’s First
Immigrant Neighbourhood
Thur. May 28, 1 pm
Lillian H. Smith Branch
Kelley Armstrong
Visions: A Cainsville Novel
Wed. March 25, 7 pm
Andrew Pyper and
Craig Davidson
(a.k.a. Nick Cutter) in
conversation with Toronto
Star’s Deb Dundas
Thur. April 2, 7 pm
Kim Thúy
Mãn
Tues. May 26, 7 pm
Sun. June 21, 1 pm
Atrium
Media Partner:
Thur. April 30, 2 pm
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EAST END
WEST END
Beaches Branch
Connect with us:
Runnymede Branch
Kim Thúy
Mãn
Russell Smith
Confidence
Wed. May 27, 7 pm
Tues. March 24, 7 pm
twitter.com/torontolibrary
facebook.com/torontopubliclibrary
Gail Bowen
12 Rose Street
flickr.com/torontopubliclibrary
Mon. April 20, 2 pm
Rosemary Sullivan
Stalin’s Daughter
pinterest.com/torontolibrary
Thur. June 11, 7 pm
torontopubliclibrary.ca/blogs
The eh List presents winner of the 2014
Scotiabank Giller Prize, Sean Michaels
Us Conductors is inspired by the true life and loves
of the famed Russian scientist, inventor and spy
Lev Termen – creator of the Theremin.
“From the glittery brightness of New
York in the 1920s to the leaden cold of the
Soviet Union under Stalin, the grace of
Michaels’s style makes these times and
places seem entirely new.”
—Giller Prize Jury Citation
Thursday, May 14, 7 pm
Toronto Reference Library, Atrium
JUDY BLUME
Photo: Sigrid Estrada
The Bram & Bluma Appel
Toronto Public Library is thrilled to present
Judy Blume, the author of beloved classics such
as Wifey, Deenie and Are You There God? It’s
Me, Margaret, with her first novel for adults in
more than 15 years.
Monday, June 29, 7 pm
Doors open at 6 pm
2nd Floor • 789 Yonge Street
(one block north of Bloor Street)
Free tickets are required
and available online at
torontopubliclibrary.ca/
appelsalon starting four weeks
before the event.
The Bar at the Appel Salon
Join us for a drink.
Cash bar reception
one hour before events.
Join the conversation:
#AppelSalon
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AUTHOR TALKS & LECTURES
ADULTS
Poetry Night with Lilly Barnes: Journey of a Life
Lived in Turbulent Times
Albert de Goias
Lilly Barnes reading from her new book, Journey.
Palmerston
April 9
7 pm
The Second: Exploring Spirituality, Religion and
Politics Through Fiction
Dufferin/St. Clair
Novelist Alan J. Cooper explores the clash between
traditional church dogma and secular spiritual awareness.
Program takes place in the Beeton Auditorium.
Toronto Reference
April 14
1 pm
Riverdale Arts and Letters Club
April 15, June 17
6 pm
Toronto poets read from their latest collections: Stevie
Howell with Sharps; Jeff Latosik with Safely Home Pacific
Western. In partnership with Goose Lane Editions.
April 16
6:30 pm
Diane Gordon: Shelter
Diane Gordon reads from Shelter, her one-act play
featuring main characters Marion and Freda, who meet
within the shelter community and go on to find friendship,
independence and dignity together.
Beaches
April 16
7 pm
Kamal Al-Solaylee
Canadian journalist Kamal Al-Solaylee on his debut book,
Intolerable: A Memoir of Extremes, which went on to win
the Toronto Book Award.
Victoria Village
June 4
7 pm
Author, playwright and poet Charlotte Fielden’s recites
poetry from her third collection, Beholder.
Wychwood
National Poetry Month Reading Gala
Yorkville
April 23
Charlotte Fielden
Novelist Jack Batten discusses his favourite mysteries.
Riverdale
Albert de Goias, psychotherapist and author of
Understanding Change, discusses ways to manage life as
it changes and help identify resources to deal with the
change.
June 18
2 pm
KIDS & FAMILIES
Andrew Larsen
Award-winning Canadian children’s author Andrew Larsen
reads from his new picture book, Charlie’s Dirt Day, the
sequel to Bye, Bye, Butterflies.
Palmerston
April 23
1:30 pm
7 pm
Feature programs at North York Central Library
Free tickets are required and are available starting four weeks before the event. Call or visit the branch to register.
Kenneth Oppel
Climb aboard The Boundless with Kenneth
Oppel, the Governor General’s awardwinning Canadian author of the Airborn
series and the Silverwing saga.
To register, call 416-395-5548.
Susan & Susin
Beloved Canadian Young Adult authors
Susan Juby and Susin Nielsen present their
funny and poignant new novels,
The Truth Commission and We Are All
Made of Molecules.
April 20, 7 pm
Auditorium
Mona Eltahawy
Egyptian-American activist and journalist on
Headscarves and Hymens: Why the Middle
East Needs a Sexual Revolution. One of
Newsweek’s ‘150 Most Fearless Women of
2012’. To register, call 416-395-5660.
April 27, 7 pm
Concourse
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May 13, 7 pm
Concourse
Anne Enright
Booker Prize-winning Irish author and Carnegie Medal for
Fiction winner Anne Enright on her new novel, The Green
Road. To register, call 416-395-5639.
May 19, 7 pm
Auditorium
BOOK CLUBS &
WRITERS GROUPS
Discuss your favourite
stories with others or
try your hand at
creating your own.
Participants in the annual Young Voices
conference held at North York Central Library
ADULTS
Book Clubs
Come and participate in stimulating conversation. At every meeting, club members
select a different book to discuss for the next get-together. New members are always
welcome. Some clubs may select their books based on specific genres or group
interests (such as non-fiction, mystery or classic). The following are just a few of the
many book clubs we have across the city. To find out if your branch has a book club,
how you can join and suggest book titles and authors, call your local branch.
Book Club and Discussion Groups
Fiction and non-fiction book clubs with pre-selected books
for reading and discussion. Most clubs and groups are free
but some may have a fee. For more information, call the
branch.
Eglinton Square
April 1, May 6, June 3
1:30 pm
7 pm
Jane/Dundas
7 pm
North York Central
1:30 pm
7 pm
Beaches
7 pm
Mount Pleasant April 2, 7; May 5, June 2, 4
7 pm
Taylor Memorial
April 2, 7; May 5, June 2 2 pm
7 pm
Victoria Village
2 pm
S. Walter Stewart
7 pm
Northern Elms
Don Mills
7 pm
2 pm
Fairview
1 pm
Jones
6:30 pm
2 pm
2 pm
1:30 pm
St. James Town
Richview
7 pm
Barbara Frum
6:30 pm
Humberwood
6:30 pm
Malvern
2 pm
Now Books
April 2, May 7
7 pm
Port Union
2 pm
A leader directs discussions of contemporary literature.
Fee: $25 for six sessions. Call the branch for booklist
details. Program takes place in Room 2/3.
7 pm
North York Central April 14, May 12, June 9
Runnymede
6:30 pm
1:30 pm
St. Lawrence
April 7, 21; May 5, 19; June 16
7 pm
Sanderson
7 pm
2 pm
Mimico Centennial
7 pm
Northern District
7 pm
Bendale
6:30 pm
2 pm
April 1, 29; May 13, 27; June 10, 24 10 am
The Poetry Circle
Share and discuss diverse collection of poetry.
Many programs are ongoing and we’re adding more
all the time. Visit torontopubliclibrary.ca/programs for
upcoming dates and to find out what’s new.
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BOOK CLUBS & WRITERS GROUPS
Parkdale
7 pm
Tea and Books
Join library staff for entertaining book talks. Refreshments
provided.
Runnymede
3 pm
Northern Elms
2 pm
Parliament Street
2 pm
Locke
3 pm
Brentwood
April 10, May 8
2 pm
Rexdale
2 pm
Mount Pleasant
April 15, May 20
2 pm
Alderwood
April 21, May 21
2 pm
Eatonville
April 21, May 19
2 pm
Palmerston
April 21, May 26
2 pm
Mimico Centennial
2 pm
Writers Group
Read from and discuss works in progress. Some groups
have guest writers and speakers. For more information, call
the branch.
York Woods
Thursdays, April 2-June 25
Beaches
Gerrard/Ashdale
April 4, 18; May 2, 16, 30; June 13, 27 2 pm
10:30 am
Albert Campbell
2 pm
7 pm
Phoenix Poetry Workshop
New and experienced poets of all ages can bring their
work (with six to ten copies) for review and constructive
comments by other attendees.
Share, discuss and write.
Lillian H. Smith
Mondays, April 6-June 29
2 pm
Cliffcrest
April 14, 28; May 12, 26; June 9, 23 1 pm
Rexdale
1:30 pm
Read your work and critique the work of members. Writers
of all genres are welcome. Program takes place in Room
2/3.
6:30 pm
Weekly workshops, guest authors, member readings,
open mic and publications – your opportunity to polish
and perform your work. In partnership with The Toronto
Writers’ Co-op.
Sundays, April 12-June 28
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Cherie Dimaline hosts a panel discussion on the
roles and responsibilities of Indigenous storytelling.
Featuring published authors, storytellers and
traditional teachers from the Aboriginal community.
Room 2/3.
North York Central
April 16
6:30 pm
Challenges and Successes for Multicultural
Toronto Writers
Cherie Dimaline hosts a panel discussion on the
challenges, successes and resources for multicultural
Toronto writers and poets. Featuring workshop
leaders, grant agencies, foundations and organizations
committed to the diverse literary community in
Toronto. Room 2/3.
North York Central
April 30
6:30 pm
Workshop: Accessing Grants to Develop Your Literary
Work
With representatives and information from the Toronto
Arts Council, Ontario Arts Council and the Canada
Council for the Arts. Auditorium.
North York Central
May 4
6:30 pm
Cherie Dimaline and other authors walk you through
the dreaded public reading – a reality for anyone
putting out a book. Auditorium.
North York Central
May 25
6:30 pm
Concluding Celebration
Toronto Writers Co-operative
Toronto Reference
The Roles and Responsibilities of Indigenous
Storytelling
Workshop: Writers on Stage
North York Writers
April 9, 23; May 14, 28; June 11, 25
At North York Central
Registration is required for some of these
programs, call 416-395-5639.
2:30 pm
Memoir Writing Group
North York Central
Cherie Dimaline
7 pm
S. Walter Stewart
College/Shaw
APRIL - JUNE 2015
WRITER IN RESIDENCE
2 pm
Join us for the concluding celebration of Cherie
Dimaline’s residency and National Aboriginal Day.
Drummers, dancers, elders and storytellers share stories,
songs and dances and bid farewell to Toronto Public
Library’s first Aboriginal writer in residence. Concourse.
North York Central
June 20
1 pm
BOOK CLUBS & WRITERS GROUPS
APRIL – JUNE 2015
Kid’s Lit is Alright: A Children’s Book Club for Adults
Boys Book Club
Join other children’s book lovers for a lively discussion of
new and old favourites.
Read a new book every month, meet to discuss it and do
lots of fun activities based on each book (it’s awesome…
trust us). For boys ages 9-12. Pick up your copy of the
current book at the Children’s Desk.
Locke
April 13, 28; May 4, 26; June 1, 30
7 pm
Creative Writing Workshops with Lauren Kirshner
This hands-on workshop led by novelist Lauren Kirshner
introduces participants to techniques for starting the
creative writing process
Bloor/Gladstone
April 16
6:30 pm
Shakespeare Readers
Everyone takes a part and reads along.
Beaches
2 pm
Tea and Murder
Enjoy listening to mystery book talks once a month.
Wychwood
April 23, May 21
2 pm
S. Walter Stewart
April 14, May 12
4:15 pm
Kids Book Club
Do you love reading or do you hate it? Either way, you’ll
enjoy our book club just for you. For ages 8-12.
Gerrard/Ashdale
Albion
April 28, May 26
4 pm
4:30 pm
Read All About It!
All kinds of books for all kinds of kids. For ages 6-12.
Fairview
Barbara Frum
April 27, May 25
2 pm
1 pm
Eatonville
4 pm
Coffee and Books
A presentation about books, new and old.
Yorkville
2 pm
Robert Rotenberg: The Toronto Writers’ Co-op
Interview
Acclaimed crime novelist Robert Rotenberg discusses the
writer’s life and craft, with host John Miller. Program takes
Toronto Reference May 21
6:30 pm
Book Clubs & Writers
Groups in Other
Languages
Club de Lecture
Aimez-vous lire en français? Si vous voulez participer à des
discussions stimulantes, contactez Céline au 416 395-5762.
TEENS
Toronto WordSmiths
North York Central*
April 9, May 7
Cedarbrae
April 13, May 4
7 pm
Toronto WordSmiths is a writing group for ages 16-29 to
share and learn from one another. All are welcome.
Toronto Reference
April 20, May 25
7 pm
Richview
April 28, May 26
7 pm
Yorkville
April 30, May 28
7 pm
Parkdale
Mondays, April 6-May 11
5:30 pm
7 pm
Cantonese Book Club
Teen Writers Group
Meet other creative teen writers. Share your writing with
those who love to write. For ages 13-19.
Brentwood
April 7, 21; May 5, 19; June 2, 16, 30
4:30 pm
North York Central
April 9, 23; May 7, 21; June 4, 18
4:30 pm
KIDS & FAMILIES
Discuss Chinese literature in a relaxing atmosphere.
Goldhawk Park
1 pm
Circulo de Lectura en Espanol
Discuss selected books in Spanish.
Palmerston
7 pm
Library Fun Facts Club
Une Causerie Littéraire
Take part in an interactive research club! For ages 6-12.
Venez découvrir votre prochain coup-de-coeur durant
cette discussion de romans classiques, contemporains, et
graphiques. Salle B1
Thorncliffe
4 pm
Toronto Reference
May 5
7 pm
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CAREER & JOB
SEARCH HELP
Connect with job
counsellors, employment
agencies and a wealth of
career-related resources.
A variety of career and job search books and other
tools are available at branches throughout the city
ADULTS
Employment Ontario Information Session
A representative from Employment Ontario provides
information to individuals looking for career changes and
explains about employment services, including résumé
and interview skills, government-sponsored training, selfemployment and other programs.
Albert Campbell
April 3
10 am
Building a Career in Intergenerational Work
Environments
Ahmad-Shah Duranai-Khan, the author of The Leadership
Zone, explains how to build a strong career in an intergenerational organizational setting that requires people
working together for common goals.
Toronto Reference
May 6
6:30 pm
Employment Café
LinkedIn
Community agencies provide information on job search
support, job postings and community information.
LinkedIn can help you with your career search using
recommended tools, joining groups, searching jobs and
companies and maintaining your profile. Participants must
have an existing LinkedIn account. Program takes place in
the Learning Centre.
Centennial
Tuesdays, April 7-June 30
1 pm
Job Search at Your Fingertips
Find out how we can help you with your job search. To
register, call 416-395-5613. Program takes place in the
Learning Centre.
North York Central*
2 pm
Résumé Review
A Goodwill Employment Services counsellor provides oneon-one résumé review sessions.
Albert Campbell*
April 22
2 pm
Looking for a Job, What to Say
A career counsellor, provides you with tools to assist you
in networking, advice calls and interviews. Program takes
Toronto Reference
April 29
6:30 pm
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North York Central* May 7
2 pm
Toronto Reference*
June 8
6 pm
Aging in the Canadian Workplace
Learn about the challenges and opportunities the aging
workforce presents for the mature worker. Program takes
North York Central*
May 7
6:30 pm
Hot Tips on Résumé Writing
Colleen Clarke, career counselor, provides hot tips on
resume writing that entice employers to read the whole
resume thereby inviting you in for an interview. Program
takes place in the Beeton Auditorium.
6:30 pm
Are You Looking for a Job?
Discover the job hunting resources available at the library,
such as company information, industry information and
CAREER & JOB SEARCH HELP
APRIL – JUNE 2015
interview materials. Program takes place in the Learning
Centre.
Toronto Reference* May 23
3 pm
Interview Fundamentals
A Goodwill Employment Services counsellor presents a two
hour workshop on the purpose of job interviews and the
interviewing process. To register, call 416-396-8890.
Albert Campbell*
May 27, June 24
2 pm
How to Ace an Interview
Julie Labrie, president of the BlueSky Personnel Solutions,
explains how to master your interview skills from a
recruiter point of view: what employers are looking for
on your résumé and in an interview and the role of social
media in the hiring process. Program takes place in the
Beeton Auditorium.
6:30 pm
TEENS
Teen Volunteer and Job Fair
Find out about volunteer and job opportunities. Talk to
representatives from local agencies. Learn how you can
make a difference. Earn your community service hours or
get a part-time or summer job. To register, call
416-395-5710.
Don Mills*
April 18
2 pm
Sign up for
email updates
computer and library
training
Drop in for a variety of in-depth
Web-surfing workshops at select
branches.
Get What’s On at the Library by email.
Find out about our latest news, upcoming
programs and recommended reading.
torontopubliclibrary.ca/programs/
computertraining
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COMPUTER &
LIBRARY TRAINING
Learn more about using
computer applications,
online resources and
research databases.
A computer training class taking place in one
of Toronto Public Library’s Learning Centres
Computer basics at your library
These popular programs are ongoing and are offered in most of our branches
and library Learning Centres across Toronto. Space is limited and registration
may be required. For more information, dates, times and locations, call or visit
your local branch. For branch hours and locations, see pages 58-62.
BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS
EMAIL AND SOCIAL NETWORKING
If you have little or no computer experience, these
programs can help you get familiar with a computer, its
mouse and its keyboard -- as well as introduce you to the
Internet.
Find out how to connect online with your first email
account or through social networking websites.
Computer Basics for Seniors Part I: Move That Mouse
Computer Basics for Seniors Part II: Explore the Web
Seniors’ Drop-in
INTERNET AND LIBRARY RESEARCH
Expand your online research skills by using Internet
and library content. Basic keyboarding and mouse skills
are required and general knowledge of the Internet is
recommended for these programs:
Email Made Easy
Social Networking: Facebook, Twitter, Wikis and Blogs
INTRODUCTION TO EBOOKS
Discover how to access Toronto Public Library’s ebook
collections. Download ebooks to ereaders and mobile
devices, or stream them to a computer.
Ebook Basics
WORD, EXCEL AND POWERPOINT
Web Basics I
Learn the basics of how to edit and format, create tables
and presentations using Microsoft Office 2010.
Web Basics II: Search engines
Word Basics Part I: Create and edit a File
Web Basics III: Mastering search engine features
Word Basics Part II: Formatting
Research Skills
Excel Basics
Researching Magazines and Journals Online
PowerPoint Basics
Your City of Toronto on the Web
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COMPUTER & LIBRARY TRAINING
ADULTS
Internet Safety
Learn to keep your personal information safe online. Topics
covered include creating strong passwords, using email
safely, identifying and avoiding online scams, shopping
online securely and more.
Toronto Reference*
May 1, June 3
North York Central
April 9, June 4
May 9
10 am
2 pm
2 pm
10 am
Mango Languages
Experience Mango Languages, a site that combines slides
and audio from native speakers to help you practice
pronunciation of common words and phrases in 37
different languages. Program takes place in the Learning
Centre.
Toronto Reference*
April 10, May 28
2 pm
North York Central
June 24
2 pm
Make. Learn. Play.
With Digital Technology
Programs, classes and demos
for users of all ages — including:
Maps: Worth a Thousand Words
Intro to 3D design and printing
Learn about maps and tour the library’s Map Collection.
Find out why the information they provide makes them
essential research tools. Program takes place in the
Learning Centre.
Photoshop
Toronto Reference*
April 16
2 pm
Publisher Basics
Create a sign, personalize a calendar and design a
newsletter using the templates from Publisher, Microsoft
Office’s desktop publishing program. Prerequisite: Word
Basics, PowerPoint Basics or Excel Basics.
Toronto Reference*
April 22, June 16
2 pm
North York Central
2 pm
Introduction to the Library Catalogue
Website design
Video green screen and editing
DJ-ing and sound art
Intro to Arduino and Electronics
Editing and preparing your book
for Asquith Press printing service
Fort York Branch
Scarbrough Civic Centre Branch (spring 2015)
Learn how to navigate the library’s catalogue to find
materials, reserve them and much more.
Fairview*
April 22
2 pm
Blogger: Setting Up an Account
Set up your blog using Blogger. Begin writing posts and
learn to manage your settings. To register, call
416-393-7209. Program takes place in the Learning Centre.
Toronto Reference*
2 pm
digital
innovation
hubs
Program and registration details at
Online Movies, Music and Magazines
tpl.ca/dihprograms
Learn how to download free online movies, music and
magazines using the library’s digital content services. A
library card and a valid email address are required.
North York Central
June 13
10 am
Fairview
June 18
2 pm
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CULTURE, ARTS &
ENTERTAINMENT
A pop-up cello performance
during Keep Toronto Reading
Festival 2014
FEATURED PROGRAMS
Big names. New experiences. Toronto Public Library’s cultural programs feature
artists, scientists, entertainers and newsmakers. Whatever your interests, there’s a free
event at the library to enjoy.
PAN AM / PARAPAN AM EVENTS
THOUGHT EXCHANGE
Poetry slams, spectator jams and more. Pages 20-21.
Programs for the constantly curious. Learn something
new every day at these lively, interactive lectures
from experts. Pages 26-27.
ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION
What can we do to help our fragile planet? Page 22.
JUNE CALLWOOD LECTURE
David Suzuki questions the environmental legacy we
are leaving future generations. Page 23
TORONTO COMIC ARTS FESTIVAL
Comics lover or just curious? See more than 400
exhibitors and attend readings, workshops, art
installations and signings – all free. Page 23.
MAP SATURDAY PROGRAMS
The Sun Life Financial Museum + Arts Pass (MAP) lets
you visit Toronto’s museums for free. And now, the
museums are coming to the library. Page 24.
FIVE BIG QUESTIONS IN SCIENCE
Anna Maria Tremonte hosts a panel on five big
questions for the next 50 years. With special guest
Leonard Mlodinow. Pages 27.
TD GALLERY EXHIBITS
Take a look at our 2015 lineup. Pages 28-29.
Plus lectures, exhibits, discussions and
more great programs at your branch.
CULTURAL CELEBRATIONS
Celebrate Asian Heritage Month with our Asian
Homelands festivals throughout May. Then in June,
join us again for Aboriginal Culture and Heritage
programs. Page 25.
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TORONTO 2015 Pan Am/
Parapan Am Games
Programming at the Library
Toronto Public Library partners with the City of Toronto
for a wide range of free programming. The TORONTO 2015
Games begin July 10, but we have special events
starting in April. Join the celebrations!
Spectator Jam
Community Live Sites –
Coming in July!
Poetry Saved Our Lives Pan Am Poetry Slam
Last year, we asked youth
in eight branches to write,
perform and evoke parts of
Toronto that resonate with
them. Here’s your chance to
see these young emerging
artists and experience
the power of their words.
Winning emerging young poets will be
selected to perform at the Pan Am Poetry
Slam in May.
In the spirit of the TORONTO 2015 Games,
Canada’s most talented young poets take
their skills to the stage. Included in this
showcase are the winning youth poets
from the Poetry Saved Our Lives showcase.
Come out and cheer on the contenders at
this inspiring event.
Fri. May 22, 6–9 pm
Bram & Bluma Appel Salon,
Don’t have tickets to the TORONTO 2015
Games? No problem. Enjoy all the action
on outdoor big screens at our community
live sites. You can also visit marketplaces
and local vendors. Bring your friends,
family, chairs and coolers. Full event and
live entertainment listings will be posted
soon on our website.
Community Live Sites locations:
Jane/Sheppard Branch
1906 Sheppard Ave. West
Malvern Branch
30 Sewells Rd.
Thorncliffe Branch
48 Thorncliffe Park Dr.
York Woods Branch
1785 Finch Ave. West
Sat. Apr. 18, 4–9 pm
Visit our website for TORONTO 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am
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More TORONTO 2015 Games Fun at the Library
PAN AM HUMAN LIBRARY
Ever wonder what it’s like to be an athlete?
Or how many hours go into training? Or what it’s like to be
a sports journalist? The Human Library gives you up-closeand-personal access with the people behind the TORONTO
2015 Games.
“Check out” a person the same way you check out a book. Talk oneon-one about that person’s experiences, share stories and learn new
perspectives.
The Pan Am Human Library features Pan Am/Parapan athletes, coaches,
trainers, local sports personalities, sports journalists and more.
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to learn more
about the world of sports.
One day, two locations:
Sat, May 30, noon–4 pm
North York Central Library and
Parkdale Branch
For details, visit torontopubliclibrary.ca/
humanlibrary
TORONTO 2015 GAMES
INSPIRED EXHIBITS
TORONTO’S SPORTING PAST
A fun look at sport and recreation in 19th
century Toronto — the players, the fans and the
venues.
July 4 - September 5
ART EXHIBITS BY LOCAL
COMMUNITY ARTISTS
At branches around the city. Locations
and exhibits to be announced.
MORE TO ENJOY
tpl.ca/exhibits
Toronto Public Library has an incredible range of events in the
upcoming months to celebrate the TORONTO 2015 Games.
PAN AM GAMES TORCH RELAY
The relay starts May 30 and makes its final stop on July 10 at the Opening Ceremony.
Come out and witness when the torch passes by some of our libraries.
PAN AM PATH CELEBRATIONS
The path joins segments of Toronto together and features arts and cultural events leading up to
the TORONTO 2015 Games. Don’t miss what the library has in store.
We’ll also feature special Pan Am programming at our branches, as well as exhibitions, family
activities and more.
Games library program updates: tpl.ca/panam
SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2014
ANSWERLINE 416-393-7131
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OUR FRAGILE PLANET
Fixing Our Broken Food System
Our food system is not working properly.
Diet-related illnesses are on the rise.
Many farmers are going broke. Water
pollution and greenhouse gas emissions
associated with agriculture keep
increasing. Continuing his discussion
from last year, York University, Faculty
of Environmental Studies professor Rod
MacRae shares more ideas on how to fix
our food system.
Tues. April 7, 1 pm
Beeton Auditorium
Nature in the City
From fields and forests to rivers and
ravines, Toronto’s varied habitats play
host to an astounding diversity of
wildlife. Learn about the intriguing
species to be found in Canada’s largest
city. Local naturalist Richard Aaron talks
about the city’s best places to see and
learn about nature.
Tues. April 7, 6:30 pm
Annette Branch
Fire, Ice, Drought and Flood: A
History of Our Environment, Part I
We humans originated in Africa and
our movement around the globe was a
product of two “out of Africa” diasporas.
University of Toronto professor Tony
Davis discusses human origins, the rise of
civilization and the early travels and lives
of our ancestors.
Deer Park Branch
The First Green Wave: Pollution
Probe and the Origins of
Environmental Activism
Author Ryan O’Connor traces the rise
of Toronto’s environmental movement
through the story of Pollution Probe, one
of Canada’s pioneering environmental
activist organizations.
Tues. April 21, 6:30 pm
Toronto Reference Library, Atrium
Humber River Watershed; A Journey
From Past to Present
The Humber is Toronto’s largest river
system and has a rich and unique history.
Discover why this river is such a significant
landmark and learn what the City of
Toronto is doing to protect the natural
areas surrounding it for generations to
come. Presented by Humber Arboretum.
Thur. April 23, 7 pm
Eatonville Branch
Heritage Trees: Preserving Our
Natural Roots
The questions, “What are heritage
trees?” and “Why is it important to
protect them?” are answered in this
illustrated talk. Drawing on the Ontario
Heritage Tree Alliance’s toolkit and using
a special red oak found in Toronto as an
example, Edith George, advisor to the
Ontario Urban Forest Council, explains
how trees can be designated as heritage.
Tues. May 5, 7 pm
Taylor Memorial Branch
Tues. June 9, 7 pm
Mount Pleasant Branch
Oil (In)Dependence?
The unexpected drop in oil prices in
late 2014 which arose in part from a
significant increase in US domestic energy
production, was met with trepidation by
analysts. Professor Anna Zalik (Faculty of
Environmental Studies, York) looks at the
implications of this shift in the geopolitics
of North American energy for work and
daily life in Mexico and Canada, key
sources of US oil for the past decade.
Tues. May 19, 1 pm
Beeton Auditorium
Food Security – Community Gardens
Grow more of your own food. Find out
what is happening in your community
– from Food Security and Food Hubs to
Food Share – and how to get involved.
With Charlyn Ellis, Food Security
Program Facilitator at the Weston King
Neighborhood Centre. To register, call
416-395-5720.
Thur. May 21, 1 pm
Downsview Branch
Fire, Ice, Drought, Flood: History of
our Environment, Part II
Human populations were small and
largely nomadic until about 11,000
years ago, when the rise of agriculture
created a food surplus. Professor Tony
Davis, University of Toronto, looks at the
urbanization, social stratification and
other trappings of civilization – trade,
colonialism and the globalization of
disease – which were to follow.
Thur. May 7, 2 pm
Deer Park Branch
And in Another Part of the Fen...
Discovering Ontario’s Orchids and
Wildflowers
Over 70 different wild orchids grow in
Canada and more than half are found
in Ontario. Photographer/artist John
Alexander and Curator Emeritus at the
Royal Ontario Museum Peter Kaellgren
go on a photographic journey in search of
these rare wildflowers.
Wed. May 13, 1 pm
City Hall Branch
Some of these programs have been
made possible thanks to the support
of the TD Friends of the Environment
Foundation.
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Thur. May 28, 2 pm
Don Mills Branch
Except where noted, all programs are free.
NINTH ANNUAL JUNE CALLWOOD LECTURE
LETTERS TO MY GRANDCHILDREN:
REFLECTIONS FROM AN ELDER
Drawing on his own experiences, Dr. David Suzuki
challenges us to live with courage, conviction and
passion as we learn from the past and look confidently
to a sustainable future.
In a lecture inspired by letters to his own grandchildren,
the revered geneticist, environmentalist and activist
explains why feminism is important, why it is dangerous
to deny our biological nature and why First Nations
must lead a revolution.
Photo: Shannon Mendes
DAVID SUZUKI
The Bram & Bluma Appel
A book signing will follow the lecture.
Wednesday, May 27, 7 pm
Toronto Reference, Appel Salon
Doors open at 6 pm
Free tickets are required and available online at
torontopubliclibrary.ca/appelsalon starting four weeks
before the event.
2nd Floor • 789 Yonge Street
(one block north of Bloor Street)
The annual June Callwood
Lecture honours the life,
work and legacy of journalist,
author and social activist
June Callwood (1924-2007).
It provides a platform for the
exploration and discussion of
contemporary social justice
issues. If you would like to
support the June Callwood
Lecture, contact the Toronto
Public Library Foundation at
416-397-5924.
Dr. David Suzuki appears
courtesy of Greystone Books.
Join the conversation:
#AppelSalon
TORONTO PUBLIC LIBR ARY PRESENTS
TCAF: THE TORONTO COMIC ARTS
FESTIVAL 2015
Meet 400 comics creators from more than a dozen countries
around the world
This May, visit the Toronto Reference
Library for the greatest assembly of comics
authors from around the world, including
Scott McCloud (Understanding Comics,
The Sculptor), Jillian Tamaki (This One
Summer, Skim), and Japanese duo Gurihiru
(Avatar: The Last Airbender). Celebrate
the 25th Anniversary of acclaimed
Canadian comics publisher Drawn &
Quarterly, participate in great readings
and workshops and so much more! For all
details, visit torontocomics.com.
Opening Night Event: Drawn &
Quarterly 25
Fri. May 8, 7 pm
Toronto Reference Library, Appel Salon
Main Exhibition:
Sat. May 9, 9 am-5 pm
Sun. May 10, 11 am-5 pm
Art by Taiyo Matsumoto
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map Family Saturdays
SUN LIFE FINANCIAL
M U S E U M + A R T S PA S S
The Sun Life Financial Museum + Arts Pass (MAP) lets anyone with a valid adult library card borrow
a family pass to one of several Toronto museums for free.
On Saturdays in May, library branches around the city will have crafts, games,
artifacts and activities from Toronto’s top attractions. Programs last an hour and
suit kids ages 5-12 and their caregivers.
Bata Shoe Museum
Museum of Inuit Art
Explore museum objects and
hear the stories behind the
shoes. Make your own shoeshaped magnet craft.
Touch museum artifacts, play
traditional Inuit games and
make your own piece of art.
Sat. May 2, 10 am
Victoria Village Branch
Sat. May 2, 2 pm
Thorncliffe Branch
Sat. May 16, 10 am
Annette Street Branch
Toronto Historic Sites:
Colborne Lodge in High Park Todmorden Mills Heritage
Site
Enjoy games and toys from
more than 150 years ago.
Sat. May 2, 2 pm
Bloor/Gladstone Branch
Sat. May 2, 2 pm
Spadina Road Branch
Try out historic toys and
make your own 19th century
plaything.
Sat. May 9, 2 pm
Maryvale Branch
Sat. May 9, 2 pm
Palmerston Branch
Sat. May 9, 10:30 am
S. Walter Stewart Branch
Sat. May 23, 2 pm
Fairview Branch
Gibson House Museum
Sat. May 16, 2 pm
Main Street Branch
Tigers, lions, leopards and
jaguars are some of the large
wild cats found at the Zoo.
Learn how they eat and hunt.
Find out what features the wild
cats share with your favourite
fluffy pet kitty and what it
takes to be a wild cat.
Sat. May 16, 2 pm
St. James Town Branch
Sat. May 30, 2 pm
Pape/Danforth Branch*
*To register, call 416-393-7727.
Discover historic toys and games Sat. May 30, 2 pm
Jones Branch
with costumed interpreters.
Create a small toy.
Toronto Zoo
Black Creek Pioneer Village
Royal Ontario Museum
Learn how wool from a sheep’s
back turns into a shawl or
sweater. Tease, card, spin
wool and take home your own
woollen bracelet.
ROM rocks! Fossils, meteorites,
gems. Learn about the
collections at the ROM and
make a craft to take home.
Locke Branch
Sat. May 9, 2 pm
Steeles Branch*
Sat. May 16, 10:30 am
Goldhawk Park Branch
Sat. May 23, 2 pm
Black Creek Branch
Sat. May 30, 2 pm
Centennial Branch
Gardiner Museum
Sat. May 2, 2 pm
Humber Summit Branch
Sat. May 9, 11 am
Burrows Hall Branch*
Sat. May 2, 2 pm
Downsview Branch
Sat. May 16, 2 pm
Mackenzie House
Sat. May 23, 2 pm
Evelyn Gregory Branch
Learn how newspapers, books
and images were created in the
19th century. Print your own
souvenir on a press!
Sat. May 30, 10 am
Weston Branch
Sat. May 9, 11 am
Dufferin/St. Clair Branch
Agincourt Branch
Sat. May 30, 2 pm
Malvern Branch
Textile Museum
Sat. May 30, 2:30 pm
Discover how cloth is made and St. Lawrence Branch
weave your own bookmark.
In many cultures, the dragon is
a symbol of luck and prosperity.
Sat. May 2, 2 pm
Make a dragon using clay.
Long Branch
Sat. May 2, 2 pm
Sat. May 30, 2 pm
Parliament Street Branch
Mount Dennis Branch
Sat. May 9, 2 pm
Sanderson Branch
Scarborough Museum
Sat. May 23, 2 pm
Brentwood Branch
Sat. May 9, 2 pm
Highland Creek Branch
Sat. May 30, 2 pm
Pleasant View Branch
Sat. May 16, 2 pm
Kennedy/Eglinton Branch
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Sat. May 2, 2 pm
McGregor Park Branch*
Enjoy discovery boxes, games,
reproduction 19th century toys
and stories.
The MAP program is
generously sponsored by
Sat. May 2, 1 pm
Cedarbrae Branch
Asian
Heritage
month
Asian Heritage Homelands
Festivals
Sat. May 9, 1 pm
Riverdale Branch
may 1 – 31
2015
Sat. May 16, 1 pm
Richview Branch
A CIT Y-WIDE CELEBR ATION OF ASIAN CULTURE
Sat. May 23, 1 pm
North York Central
Library, Auditorium
Sat. May 30, 10:30 pm
Agincourt Branch
For a complete list of Asian Heritage Month programs, visit torontopubliclibrary.ca/asianheritage.
Giganawendamin
Dibaajimowinan.
We keep the stories.
JUNE 1-30, 2015
Celebrate Aboriginal culture with us in June, with
events such as these and many more across the city
National Aboriginal Day: A Symposium
Sunday, June 21 at Toronto Reference Library
Cherie Dimaline
Lee Maracle
Marilyn Dumont
The Eh List Presents
Lee Maracle (Celia’s Song) and Marilyn Dumont (A Really Good
Brown Girl).
Atrium, 1 pm
We Keep the Stories
Take part in a traditional round dance led by the Smoke Trail
Singers and several members of the local powwow community in
full regalia. With Aboriginal Writer in Residence Cherie Dimaline.
Atrium, 2 pm
Native American Footwear:
Functional Works of Art
Introduction to Aboriginal
Music
Bata Shoe Museum’s Andrea
Field explores traditional
decorative techniques on Native
North American footwear.
Hear the eclectic sounds of First
Nations music. With Native
music journalist and radio host
Brian Wright-McLeod.
Thur. June 4, 7 pm
Auditorium
Thur. June 25, 7 pm
Auditorium
Conversations with a Dead
Man: The Legacy of Duncan
Campbell Scott
Spotlight on Films from
Turtle Island
Montreal poet Mark Abley
explores the paradox of Duncan
Campbell Scott, an early 20th
century Canadian poet and
fervent believer in assimilation.
Wed. June 10, 7 pm
Bloor/Gladstone Branch
We Keep the Stories
Take part in a traditional round
dance led by the Smoke Trail
Singers and several members of
the local powwow community
in full regalia. With Aboriginal
Writer in Residence
Cherie Dimaline.
Sat. June 20, 1 pm
Concourse
NO MORE SILENCE
The CBC’s Michael Enright hosts a panel on
Canada’s murdered and missing Aboriginal
women.
Sun. June 21, 2:30 pm
Atrium
Indigenous life through the
indigenous lens. National Film
Board presents films by First
Nations filmmakers and writers
including Alanis Obamsawin.
Visit torontopubliclibrary.ca/
aboriginal for details out what’s
playing.
First Story Bus Tour:
Exploring the Aboriginal
History of Toronto
A three hour bus tour of
historical landmarks illustrating
the Indigenous presence in
Toronto. Begins at the Native
Canadian Centre of Toronto.
Seats are limited. To register,
call 416-393-7666.
Sat. June 20, 10 am
TD Bank Group is proud
to support Aboriginal
Celebration at Toronto
Public Library
Appel Salon, 4 pm
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THOUGHT EXCHANGE
PROGRAMS FOR THE CONSTANTLY CURIOUS
Canadian Opera Company Talk: The
Barber of Seville
Editor of Opera Canada magazine Wayne
Gooding examines the different ways
Rossini’s riotous romp has been translated
to the stage since its premiere in 1816. To
register, call 416-395-5639.
Auditorium
Toronto in Never-Never Land
A conversation on Toronto’s “state of
grace”, when pop festivals and music
clubs shaped the 1960s and ‘70s. With
Toronto Star’s Peter Goddard.
Can the Arctic Council Survive?
Can the Arctic Council survive the
increased nationalism among many of its
members, principally Canada and Russia,
the two largest Arctic nations? With
University of Toronto’s John English.
Tues. May 5, 1 pm
Beeton Auditorium
Queenship and Power in 16th
Century Europe: “The Monstrous
Regiment of Women”
Fri. April 17, 1 pm
Beeton Auditorium
The 16th century was a golden age of
female rulers in Europe. From England’s
Mary and Elizabeth to the Netherlands’
Margaret of Parma, queens won and lost
their thrones in this tumultuous era. With
University of Toronto’s Carolyn Harris.
The State of Homelessness in Canada
Thur. May 21, 6:30 pm
Deer Park Branch
Since homelessness emerged,
communities have struggled to
respond. Stephen Gaetz, professor and
director of the Canadian Observatory
on Homelessness/Homeless Hub,
explores the causes and conditions of
homelessness in Canada.
Beeton Auditorium
Do Canada and the United States
Bear Striking Resemblances?
Much has been said about the idea that
the United States is fundamentally
different from all other countries.
It is possible, however, to argue
the contrary – especially for
Canadians. With University
of Toronto’s Robert
Bothwell.
Making Space for Peace
International protective accompaniment
is a security tactic used in 13 global
conflict zones, putting people under
threat next to people who are less at risk.
Whose lives are worth more, to build a
world where everyone counts? With York
University’s Sara Koopman.
Tues. May 26, 1 pm
Beeton Auditorium
One World, One Game
This summer, Toronto is ‘the world in one
city.’ With the influx of athletes from
Latin America and Caribbean countries;
soccer explains and illuminates this great
city. The Globe & Mail’s John Doyle
initiates a discussion on how soccer and
these athletes will illuminate this great
city.
Thur. May 28, 7 pm
Beeton Auditorium
Treating Poverty as a Disease
Gary Bloch, family physician at
St. Michael’s Hospital, and Michael Creek,
director of Strategic Initiatives at Working
for Change, discuss the health crisis posed
by poverty and what we must do to treat
it – as individuals, as health providers, as
policy makers and as a society.
Tues. June 2, 1 pm
Beeton Auditorium
Arab Feminist Thoughts on Identity,
Memory, Space and Resistance
Activists Ghadeer Malek and Ghaida
Moussa present the thoughts of Arab
feminists on issues of home(land), exile,
feminism, borders, gender and sexual
identity, solidarity, language, resistance,
and (de)colonization.
Tues. June 23, 1 pm
Beeton Auditorium
Beeton Auditorium
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Except where noted, all programs are free.
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TDGALLERY
AT THE TORONTO REFERENCE LIBRARY
Toronto Public Library is excited to announce our lineup
for the 2015 Exhibition Season of the TD Gallery.
From iconic moments captured on film, to some of the most original and compelling
works of art in books, the TD Gallery offers something for everyone. Come explore
the library’s diverse, and often rare Special Collections in fun and exciting ways.
APRIL 18 – JUNE 14
JULY 4 – SEPTEMBER 5
Exposed
Toronto’s Sporting Past
Featuring highlights from the Toronto Star Photograph
Archive — people, places and events spanning the 20th
century.
In celebration of this summer’s games in the city, a fun
look at sport and recreation in 19th century Toronto —
the players, the fans and the venues.
Photo credit: Bob Olsen / Toronto Star
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THE TD GALLERY EXPERIENCE
Gallery exhibitions are brought to life with related
events and experiences online and at the Toronto
Reference Library
Fascinating programs and curator tours illuminate the
materials and take you deeper into the stories and histories of
the exhibits; led by the exhibits’ curators and special guests.
The TD Gallery at the Toronto Reference Library is a space for
Torontonians and visitors alike to connect with our collective
cultural memory. Stories are told and histories explored through
rare and unique items — including art, manuscripts, books and
artifacts — curated from over four million pieces collected by
the library since 1884 and held in the Marilyn & Charles Baillie
Special Collections Centre in the Toronto Reference Library.
A visit to the TD Gallery is sometimes surprising, often
captivating, always engaging. Come visit the TD Gallery and
be informed and inspired.
TD Gallery Online offers 24/7 access to the Special Collections,
with a digital archive, virtual exhibits and videos.
tpl.ca/tdgallery
Marilyn & Charles Baillie Special Collections Centre is a place
to dive deeper into the library’s rich and varied collections
featured in the Gallery exhibits. Come visit the fifth floor and
ask one of our expert librarians to guide you through the
material, or explore the materials on your own, at your leisure.
TD Gallery
Season
Sponsor
Or travel to our Lillian H. Smith branch to explore the rich offerings
of our Osborne Collection of Early Children’s Books and the
Merril Collection of Science Fiction, Speculation and Fantasy.
SEPTEMBER 26 – NOVEMBER 29
DECEMBER 19 – JANUARY 31, 2016
John J. Audubon’s
Birds of America
Sendak 50
A sampling of images from the double elephant folio —
one of only five copies in Canada.
Original works of art by Maurice Sendak, in celebration of the
50th anniversary of Where the Wild Things Are, and items from
the library’s Osborne Collection of Early Children’s Books.
With support of the Friends of the Osborne Collection.
Special thanks to the lenders to the exhibition and to AFANYC
for their support.
SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2014
ANSWERLINE 416-393-7131
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community art
Enjoy a variety of exhibits featuring local artists at select branches throughout the city.
For a complete listing of all art exhibits, go to torontopubliclibrary.ca/exhibits.
A PRIL
M AY
Evocations
by Joanne Shenfeld
Deer Park
Natural Splendors
by Bruce Henaut
Don Mills
Identity
by Claudio
Ghirardo
Inspirational
Places
by Wesley Morris
Runnymede
Deer Park
Through Our
Eyes
by East York
Collegiate
Reverse
Macros
by Kathy Toth
Don Mills
S. Walter Stewart
Home Grown
by Cara Sicoly
Fairview
Treasures in the
City
by Nicole Corrado
Lee’s Fine Art
by Lee Fah Chua
Fairview
Woodside Square
People and Places
in Southern
Ontario
by David Flett
The Second
Glance
by Corry Sobol
Papercuts
by Josefina
Hernandez
Yorkville
Leaside
Oakwood Village
Art in Transit: TTC
Portraits
by Nicole Little
Northern District
New Works
by Lawrence
Glazer
North York Central
JUNE
Geometry in
Nature
by Anna
Pisemskaya
Composition
on the Maple
Leaf
by Brunot T. Nseke
Deer Park
Runnymede
Forgotten
Memories
by Maha Munaf
Life
by Janice
Arnott
Life in
Charcoal
by Olga Fateeva
Runnymede
Don Mills
Woodside Square
A Collection of
Watercolours and
Oil Paintings
from the East
York Foundation
Scenic
Landscapes
by Bruce Henaut
Architectural
Photography
by Adolfo
Fernandez
From the Street
and from the Field
by Leslie Lane
Oakwood Village
Fairview
Yorkville
S. Walter Stewart
Fractal Botany
by Chris Whitside
This is a Collection
by The Book Club
Leaside
Woodside Square
Always a
Bridesmaid
by Heather
Armour
Northern District
Acrylic and Oil
Paintings
by Sau Mok Tam
North York Central
CULTURE, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
ADULTS
Film Club
Let’s Talk Early and Period Music
Watch a movie, then discuss with the group. For movie list,
call or visit the branch.
Albion
2 pm
Sanderson
5 pm
Aisslinn Nosky, known to Torontonians as the fiery violinist
with the red hair, discusses early and baroque music. She
will also demonstrate the baroque and modern violins.
North York Central April 13, May 11, June 8
6 pm
Toronto Reference
April 13
6:30 pm
Italian Film Series
Barbara Frum’s Nifty Frum Friends
Respiro, subtitled in English, directed by Emanuele Crialese.
Join this informal group of retirees who meet to exchange
news and views on a variety of topics, do a simple craft or
to learn a new skill.
Toronto Reference
April 4
1 pm
Barbara Frum
World’s Great Cities – Rome
Explore a bit of history, enjoy some cultural treasures, stop
for a coffee, and get to see the city that always makes it
possible for us to “do as the Romans do”.
Deer Park
April 7
6:30 pm
2 pm
From Book to Film
Classic movies based on popular literary works.
Alderwood
2 pm
Brentwood
April 28, May 26
2 pm
Polish Film Night
Kensington Market Stories
A screening of a recent Polish film with English subtitles. In
partnership with the Consulate General of the Republic of
Poland in Toronto.
Listen to the unique stories and histories of Kensington
Market.
Runnymede
April 8, May 13
6 pm
At the Movies
Lillian H. Smith
April 19
2 pm
Nancy Drew Turns 85!
Join us for a great movie. Admission is free and you can
bring your own refreshments to enjoy. Contact the branch
to find out what’s playing.
This classic and timeless sleuth is still just as smart,
resourceful and independent. Come get the scoop on
Nancy, the people who created her, as well as the mystery
writers she has inspired.
Eglinton Square
Leaside
Port Union
1:30 pm
6 pm
April 22
Dufferin/St. Clair
April 14
6 pm
Films for Seniors
Palmerston
6 pm
Danforth/Coxwell
2 pm
Movies just for older adults.
Discovering Canada’s Bruce Trail
The Bruce Trail is the oldest and longest marked hiking
trail in Canada. In this talk, come along on a discovery hike
on the trail and see what we can find. Program takes place
in the Auditorium.
North York Central
April 9
7 pm
Armchair Travel
A charming travel slide presented by raconteur Irwin
Patterson.
Hillcrest
April 10
7 pm
Brookbanks
2 pm
Cliffcrest
Wednesdays, June 3-June 17
2 pm
National Canadian Film Day
Reel Canada presents National Canadian Film Day,
celebrating the wonderful films made in Canada. Contact
the branch to find out what’s playing.
Bloor/Gladstone
April 29
Downsview
April 29
6 pm
4 pm
Dufferin/St. Clair
April 29
4 pm
North York Central
April 29
6 pm
York Woods
April 29
1 pm
1:30 pm
Tea and Entertainment
19th Fantastic Pulp Show
A wide variety of films followed by refreshments in the
auditorium.
Featuring ‘golden age’ pulp magazines from the
1920s-1960s and a lecture on pulp art. Lecture takes place
in the 3rd floor reading room of the Merril Collection at
1:30pm. The pulp show takes place on the lower level.
North York Central
Fridays, April 10-June 26
2 pm
Lillian H. Smith
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May 9
10 am
APRIL – JUNE 2015
MUSIC
Concerts, intimate performances and
presentations on the magic of music.
The Four Seasons Remixed
Vivaldi’s Four Seasons is an iconic work that transcends
cultural boundaries. We explore this work through a
different lens in a jazz version of Spring, a string quartet
version of Summer and complete remixes of Autumn
and Winter. Program takes place in the theatre.
Fairview
April 30
7 pm
The Pulse of Latin Percussion
From Samba to Rumba, Tango and Mambo, Latin
American music can be found on dance floors around
the world. Hear some of the finest percussionists explore
these richly varied styles and infectious rhythms that will
have you moving in your seat.
Palmerston
May 5
7 pm
Brazil Artscapes: Rhythm and Sound
Spoken word, dance and music with three outstanding
artists in the Brazilian community Ricardo Sternberg,
Luanda Jones and Newton Moraes.
Toronto Reference
May 13
7 pm
What Makes Music Great?
Toronto Symphony invites music expert Rob Kapilow to
lead you on a discovery of what makes these works so
timeless and exceptional. To register, call 416-395-5639.
Program takes place in the auditorium.
North York Central
May 14
7 pm
Squeezebox
A musical journey with accordion wunderkind Michael
Bridge as he demonstrates that this remarkable
instrument is capable of great musical range and
virtuosity.
Malvern June 3
7 pm
Southern Africa Travel Talk
Cycling Across Canada on a Recumbent
A travel talk on South Africa, Namibia and Botswana’s
deltas, deserts and Victoria Falls, with Amanda Kwong.
When Paul Stockton was laid off, he took it as an
opportunity to realize his long-time dream of cycling across
Canada. Join him as he shares photos and stories of the
places, people and wildlife he encountered on his journey
from coast to coast. To register, call 416-395-5660. Program
takes place in the auditorium.
North York Central
May 12
7 pm
Ways of Seeking: Art & Curating
Canadian art critic David Balzer and Canadian painter
Margaux Williamson draw from their experiences and
their books. Program takes place in the Hinton Learning
Theatre.
Toronto Reference
May 26
7 pm
North York Central
An evening of inspiring jazz with Juno nominated Tara
Davidson. Program takes place in the concourse.
Movie Matinée
Lillian H. Smith
Parliament Street
9 am
June 16
7 pm
TEENS
Join us for this year’s conference which takes place on the
3rd floor in the Merril Collection of Science Fiction and
Fantasy.
June 6
12:10 pm
Toronto Downtown Jazz Festival
North York Central Academic Conference on Canadian Science Fiction
and Fantasy
June 15
Movies just for teens.
2 pm
Fandom Day
A celebration of fandom. Share your fanfiction and fanart,
vote for your OTP, debate which fandom is the best. We
cap it all off with cosplay!
York Woods
April 25
1 pm
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Learn the Art of Capoeira
Three Little Pigs at the Library
This workshop exposes you to the basics of Capoeira, a
Brazilian martial art that combines elements of dance,
acrobatics and music. Instructors from Axé Capoeira
Toronto provide a history as well as show you Capoeira
fundamentals including basic kicks, escapes and acrobatics.
For ages 12-19.
Join us for our version of the Three Little Pigs. Instead of
building homes, these clever Little Pigs build libraries. Will
they be successful in making their mother’s wishes come
true or will they be blown down by the big bad wolf?
Don Mills*
Puppet Show: The Three Little Pigs
June 9
4 pm
Danforth/Coxwell
Family Films
Long Branch
G-rated movies for the whole family.
Albion
Steeles
11 am
York Woods
4 pm
2 pm
Swallowing Clouds Dance and Literacy Program
This three-week workshop introduces you to the world
of art and creativity. Working with professional dancers,
musicians and authors you are guided through an inspiring
creative journey leading up to an exciting performance.
For ages 9-12.
Wednesdays, Thursdays, April 8-April 23
Danforth/Coxwell
Saturdays, May 2-June 6
10:30 am
Join us for this classic fairy tale about three pigs and a very
naughty wolf. Free tickets available 30 minutes before the
performance. For children ages 4 and up.
KIDS & FAMILIES
Bloor/Gladstone
April 18, 20
4 pm
10 am
TD Shakespeare for Kids Library Club
Join us for storytelling adventures. Explore the world of
magic, witches, ghosts, silly mix-ups, and swordplay in
some of the greatest stories ever told! Over six Saturdays,
professional actors and educators from Shakespeare in
Action theatre company lead kids 7-12 through drama
games and Shakespeare’s plays, such as The Comedy of
Errors, Henry IV, Macbeth, A Midsummer Night’s Dream,
Romeo & Juliet, The Tempest, and Twelfth Night.
Albion
April 11-May 16
2 pm
Barbara Frum
April 11-May 16
2 pm
10 am
Beaches April 11-May 16
Brentwood
April 11-May 16
2 pm
Centennial
April 11-May 16
2 pm
Goldhawk Park
April 11-May 16
2 pm
Malvern
April 11-May 16
2 pm
Morningside
April 11-May 16
10 am
Parliament Street
April 11-May 16
10 am
York Woods*
April 11-May 16
10 am
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May 5
7 pm
PA Day Movies
Enjoy a movie on PA day!
Albion
June 5
Fort York
June 5, 26
2 pm
2 pm
Danforth/Coxwell
June 5
2 pm
Palmerston
June 5
2 pm
Thorncliffe
June 5, 26
4 pm
Steeles
June 26
1 pm
Party with the Rainbow
A fun, family friendly way to celebrate World Pride with all
the colours of the rainbow and games, crafts, activities and
contests. Dress code: Wear one colour of the rainbow. For
ages 5-12 and their parents or caregivers.
Fort York*
June 20
2 pm
Culture, Arts &
Entertainment in Other
Languages
Un après-midi au cinéma
Le film sera suivi d’une discussion avec Marcelle Lean,
Directrice de Cinéfranco.
North York Central June 13
2 pm
3 PEOPLE X 3 TOPICS = 1,000 IDEAS
THE TREEHOUSE TALKS
AT TORONTO REFERENCE LIBRARY
Discover new ideas, ways of thinking and
styles of presentation.
While our speakers, at first glance, appear to
have nothing in common, Treehousers know
that where three ideas collide, countless more
emerge.
YOUR TORONTO
DESTINATION
FOR ALL THINGS
GERMANY
For the speakers lineup, visit
treehousetalks.com.
Fridays, April 10, May 15, June 12, 6:30 pm
Elizabeth Beeton Auditorium
Learn German with us!
Courses start March 30, June 15, July 20
goethe.de/torontocourses
Photo: Panthermedia/Eugenio Marongiu
“Thanking my aunt by giving
back to the library does much
more than words can say.”
Donate for the library-lover in your life.
Brinda’s aunt introduced her to the library to help her settle in Canada. When she learned
that library newcomer programs are funded by donors, she decided to make a donation
in her aunt’s name. Thanks to donors like Brinda, Toronto Public Library can create
exceptional programs, services and collections for all to enjoy.
Show your thanks by making a donation at
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ESL &
NEWCOMERS
Find ESL classes,
conversation circles and
materials in your own
language to help you get
settled in your new home.
Many quiet spaces are available
for individual and group learning
ADULTS
English Conversation Circle
Practise your conversation skills and learn about the library.
Bridlewood Wednesdays, April 1-June 24
3 pm
6 pm
North York Central
Wednesdays, April 1-June 24
Parkdale
6pm
Thorncliffe
1 pm
York Woods
6 pm
English Language Class
Classes are offered in basic to advanced levels to help
you with your English language skills and to learn about
Canadian culture. This program also helps students get
ready for TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
– a test that is for university admission. Programs are by
Toronto District School Board or Toronto Catholic District
School Board. Ongoing registration. Call the branch to
find out what class levels are offered. There is no day care
offered.
Dawes Road*
Tuesdays-Thursdays, April 1-June 30
9:30 am
Goldhawk Park*
Mondays, Wednesdays, April 1-June 24
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, April 1-June 29 11:30 am
10 am
Malvern*
Tuesdays-Thursdays, April 1-June 25
9:30 am
TOEFL Preparation Class
Helps you prepare for the Test of English as a Foreign
Language (TOEFL) for university admission. You must be at
least 18 years old and a resident of Toronto to join. Bring
YMCA assessment and referral, identification with address
and proof of your status in Canada. Program takes place in
Room 1.
North York Central
Tuesdays, Thursdays, April 2-June 25
6 pm
Citizenship Mentoring Circle
A ten-session mentoring program for newcomers covering
all the topics in the Discover Canada citizenship book.
Funded by Citizenship and Immigration Canada. For North
York Central, call 416-588-6288, Ext. 220 to register.
Toronto Reference Tuesdays, April 7-June 9
Burrows Hall
6 pm
Woodside Square
Saturdays, April 11-May 9
10:30 am
North York Central
Mondays, May 25-June 29
6 pm
Building a Networking Strategy that Works
Learn to set networking goals and identify the right
people with whom to network. Ways for breaking the
ice, managing contacts and using LinkedIn effectively are
discussed. In partnership with Citizenship and Immigration
Canada and YMCA. Programs take place in the Beeton
Auditorium.
Toronto Reference Thursdays, April 2-June 25
Free test preparation sessions with a trained experienced
tutor for Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and
International English Language Testing System (IELTS).
Thorncliffe
6 pm
Information for Newcomers with COSTI
COSTI provides assistance in settling into your new
community including information on employment,
education, health resources and housing. Located in
Room 2/3.
9:15 am
April 24, May 29, June 26 1 pm
CFSO provides a wide range of services such as individual/
marital/family counselling, settlement service, youth
groups and parenting groups.
Fairview
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1 pm
Chinese Family Services of Ontario (CFSO)
Drop in and learn basic English.
Woodside Square
April 8, June 17
TOEFL & IELTS
North York Central
ESL for Seniors
6 pm
3:30 pm
ESL & NEWCOMERS
APRIL – JUNE 2015
Be Your Own Boss
Create a business plan to attract customers. In partnership
with Citizenship and Immigration Canada and YMCA.
Programs take place in the Elizabeth Beeton Auditorium.
Toronto Reference
April 29
1 pm
TEENS
Newcomer Youth Club
Support your fellow teens while earning volunteer hours.
For grade 7-12.
Fairview
April 9, 23; May 14, May 28
4 pm
ESL & Newcomer
Programs in Other
Languages
Explore more than 40
languages available in our
collections.
Newcomer Programs (in Chinese)
With The Cross-Cultural Community Services Association
for newcomers.
Steeles
material in your
own language
torontopubliclibrary.ca/yourlanguage
2 pm
Adult literacy
services
We provide free one-on-one tutoring to English-speaking
adults in basic reading, writing and math, in a safe,
welcoming environment.
If you know someone we can help, ask them to contact us
at 416-395-5555 or show them our video at tpl.ca.
t o r o n t o p u b l i c l i b r a r y. c a / a d u l t l i t e r a c y
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HEALTH &
WELLNESS
Participate in classes,
workshops and lectures
that explore a variety of
ways to keep healthy in
mind, body and spirit.
Bellydancing at Woodside Square Branch
ADULTS
Seniors Exercise and Falls Prevention
Mental Health 101
In partnership with Carefirst Seniors and Community
Services.
An overview of mental illnesses and treatments are
described as well as services are available and how to
access them. In partnership with Reconnect Mental Health
services.
Hillcrest*
1 pm
Meditation Hour
Eatonville
Meditation Toronto provides free stress management
through restorative meditation. Includes 20 minutes of
meditation and 40 minutes of stress relieving exercises.
Bring your own mat or towel.
Barbara Frum
April 2, 23; June 4, 11
Oakwood Village*
7 pm
6:30 pm
Discover the physical, emotional and social benefits of
laughter exercises and yoga breathing. Bring water and
wear comfy clothes. The sessions are led by a certified
laughter yoga teacher.
Eatonville
A free parenting program hosted by Toronto Public Health.
For parents with children ages 2-6. Child care available.
Saturdays, April 4-18
9:30 am
Slimming Meals That Heal
April 8
6:30 pm
Seniors 101
Malvern
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1 pm
2:30 pm
This talk highlights the types, causes, risk factors, signs and
symptoms associated with Type-2 diabetes and how it can
be prevented.
April 14
7 pm
Increase Your Internal Resistance to Stress
Learn effective strategies for both reducing negative
stressors and for increasing our “internal resistance” to
stress.
Eatonville*
Guest speakers discuss topics ranging from arthritis to
vision care and everything in between. Receive help
finding information and resources and learn about health
and wellness, aging well and much more.
Diabetes Prevention
Woodside Square
Nutritionist Julie Daniluk shares science-based information
that will shatter your need to count calories and conquer
cravings. Programs take place in the Beeton Auditorium
Toronto Reference
7 pm
Laughter Yoga
The Incredible Years
Oakwood Village
April 9
April 15
6:45 pm
Dental Health
Learn how to help your child have healthy teeth and a
happy smile.
Kennedy/Eglinton
April 15
11:15 am
HEALTH & WELLNESS
APRIL – JUNE 2015
Growing Up Naturally
Allergies Demystified
A three-part series for first time parents with children ages
0-3 to learn about the importance of growth, bonding,
natural health care, child balance and self-care.
Explore the biology behind allergies with SciChat, a
student-run adult outreach initiative at the Department of
Immunology, University of Toronto.
Alderwood*
Beaches
Thursdays, April 16-30
10 am
May 6
7 pm
Vitamins: To Take or Not To Take?
Arthritis and Autoimmunity
Dr. Adrian Nasager answers questions regarding
supplementation with vitamins in a question and answer
format.
University of Toronto researchers from the Dept. of
Immunology introduce our immune systems, and
explain how they can sometimes over-react and cause
autoimmunity and other serious problems such as arthritis.
Eatonville*
April 16
7 pm
Eatonville*
Restoring Balance
Physiotherapist Paul Godlewski discusses dizziness, vertigo
and falls, their causes and solutions.
Eatonville*
April 20
10:30 am
May 6
De-stress and Engage for Healthy Cognitive Aging
A presentation by Dr. Alexandra J. Fiocco, Assistant
Professor, Department of Psychology, Ryerson University
and the Stress and Health Aging Research Lab.
Spring Blooming: Aromatics for You and Your Family
Leaside
Aromatherapy, breathing and spring healing techniques
presented by Monika Meulman.
Wish You Were Here
Alderwood
April 20
6:30 pm
Air Quality Health Index, UV Index and Sun Safety
Tips for lowering your risk of skin cancer.
Barbara Frum*
April 21
6:30 pm
May 6
Barbara Frum*
Learn about the benefits of walking, physical activity
guidelines, setting goals and tracking progress, safety tips
and the library’s pedometer lending program.
Your Body on Neighbourhood Watch: Cancer
Recognition by the Immune System
April 21
4 pm
Stay On Your Feet!
Toronto Public Health representative talks about how to
prevent falls and keep your independence by reducing
falling risk factors, staying active and healthy, and taking
medications safely.
Beaches
April 23
7 pm
Importance of Health: Body and Mind
A health coach provides participants with the necessary
tools to take charge of your life and move towards better
health.
Albert Campbell
April 25
11 am
Nordic Poling
Learn about this great way to exercise with Greg Bellamy
of Nordixx.com.
Albert Campbell*
April 30
2 pm
Say Om: Yoga and Meditation
7 pm
When Francesca Cavaliere’s son committed suicide, she
wrote a book and became a speaker to bring awareness
to and increase acceptance of mental health issues, to
help comfort families who have suffered this tragic loss
and to help them feel that there is hope after such a great
tragedy.
Walk into Health
Kennedy/Eglinton
6:30 pm
May 12
2 pm
An education seminar about cancer, presented by SciChat
Immunology graduate students from the University of
Toronto.
Gerrard/Ashdale
May 21
7 pm
Film: Change is the Rule of Life
Documentary producer Ken Stern screens Change is
the Rule of Life, a short film which portrays the life
transitions older adults face when living independently
become more challenging. A panel discussion follows
with representatives from CCAC, ESS Support Services,
Alzheimer’s Toronto and other service organizations.
Eatonville*
May 25
2 pm
Distracted Thinking
Dr. Nasreen Khatri from Rotman Research Institute
discusses how the brain responds to information overload,
technology and instant communication. Is there a change
in ability to juggle or handle distractions as one ages?
Presented in partnership with Baycrest. Program takes
Toronto Reference
May 25
12 pm
A yoga and meditation series during Mental Health
Awareness Month.
Barbara Frum*
Wednesdays, May 6-May 27
6:30 pm
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HEALTH & WELLNESS
TEENS
Food, Snacks, and Nutrition
A Toronto Public Health nurse demonstrates simple and
easy ways to prepare snacks and meals that are both fun
and nutritional. For ages 12-19.
Don Mills*
May 8, 22, 29
4 pm
Health & Wellness
Programs in Other
Languages
A wellness program with St. Paul’s Community Services and
Housing for older adults and seniors.
1 pm
Wellness Club for Seniors (in Mandarin)
Make new friends, share ideas and learn how to keep fit to
become a happier and healthier you.
Bridlewood
paw
1.License your pet.
Wellness Program (in Mandarin)
Steeles
do you have a
9:30 am
2.Become a member
of the BluePaw
program.
3.Enjoy the savings!
“Two paws up
for BluePaw!”
- every pe
t in Toront
o
Teens Taking Charge: Scoliosis
Want to learn more about
adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) and surgery?
We have a website that will help!
www.aboutkidshealth.ca/scoliosis
Information available in:
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English
Français
中文(简体)
toronto.ca/bluepaw
I took the test for my family.
I had no idea that ethnicity
can be a risk factor for diabetes.
Take the
risk assessment.
It’s worth it.
tph.to/diabetes
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HISTORY &
GENEALOGY
Explore local, Canadian or
world history via programs
and resources that make
the connections for you.
Pond hockey on Don Flats in Toronto, ca. 1900.
Toronto Public Library Special Collections
ADULTS
Finding Your Upper Canada Ancestors
For those who have ancestors who lived in Ontario
between the 1790s and the 1860s (when it was first
called Upper Canada and then Canada West). This oneday workshop explores the various kinds of social records
about the people of this province before 1867 as well as
some of the economic and social history relevant to living
at that time and place. Fee: $50 ($45 for OGS members).
Register at torontofamilyhistory.org/learn/workshops. Cosponsored with the Ontario Genealogical Society. Program
takes place in the auditorium.
HISTORICAL SOCIETY
TALKS
Discussions on local historical subjects about your
neighbourhood. Meetings are free and often have
guest speakers.
Historical Society Talks
Discussions on local historical subjects about your
neighbourhood. Meetings are free and often have
guest speakers.
North York Central
April 11
9:30 am
Ancestry.ca: Library Edition
East York
Bring your questions, photos and memorabilia and join
the discussion. Call 416-396-3975 for the topic.
S. Walter Stewart
April 15
2 pm
May 26
7:30 pm
Learn effective searching techniques and research your
family history.
Toronto Reference*
April 13, May 14
2 pm
Downsview*
April 16
1 pm
Lost Breweries of Toronto
Guest speaker Ted Barris presents The Great Escape: A
Canadian Story.
Canada’s only nationally syndicated beer columnist and
author of Lost Breweries of Toronto, Jordan St. John
explores our city’s once-prominent breweries of the
nineteenth century. Program takes place in Room 1.
Bendale
North York Central
Scarborough
April 28
7:30 pm
April 15
6:30 pm
Genealogy Discussion Group
The Battle of Britain: The 75th Anniversary
Learn more about the Battle of Britain, fought over the
summer skies of England in 1940. This decisive air battle
was a major turning point in the Luftwaffe’s efforts to win
air superiority before an invasion of England.
Jane/Dundas
April 9
7 pm
Wychwood
May 7
7 pm
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Hear about the latest ideas on how to do genealogy
research effectively in an online world. Program takes
place in Room 1. Co-sponsored with the Ontario
Genealogical Society. Register at torontofamilyhistory.org/
learn/courses.
North York Central
May 6, 20, 27
6:30 pm
HISTORY & GENEALOGY
APRIL – JUNE 2015
Genealogy and Family History: Where to Start
Ever wanted to research your family history but did not
know where to start? In this presentation, we look at the
tools and resources you will need to start your research.
Richview
May 13
6:30 pm
Genetic Genealogy
Learn more about genetic genealogy and DNA testing.
Register at torontofamilyhistory.org/learn/workshops.
North York Central
June 6
9:30 am
SPORTS IN HISTORY
An entertaining and slightly idiosyncratic
look at sports history to mark the Pan Am/
Parapan Am Games in Toronto. Presented
in collaboration with ActiveHistory.ca.
Gladiators in Ancient Rome: Sport in the Service
of Imperial Power
York University’s Jonathan Edmondson talks about the
role of this bloody cultural phenomenon in the Roman
Empire.
Runnymede
April 16
7 pm
Toronto: The Cradle of Women’s Sports
Former Olympic athlete Bruce Kidd explores how a
group of Toronto women who won Canadian women
the right to enter international competition.
Lillian H. Smith
May 7
6:30 pm
Five Things You Don’t Know About Terry Fox
Jenny Ellison explores how Canadians were inspired by
Terry Fox in ways you might not expect.
Danforth/Coxwell
May 27
6:30 pm
share your memories
An interactive online
exhibit of people, places
and events along the
world’s longest street.
t o r o n t o p u b l i c l i b r a r y. c a / y o u r y o n g e s t r e e t
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HOBBIES, CRAFTS
& GAMES
Feed your fun side. Start
with an inexpensive hobby,
create art with professional
artists or just relax with
any of our other leisure
activities.
Playing chess
at Malvern Branch
ADULTS
Crocheting/Knitting
Jewelry Making for Beginners
A great place to share your interest whether you’re a
beginner or a pro. Bring your handiwork and spend some
time with fellow knitters and crocheters.
Unleash your creative side and learn to make beautiful
jewelry in this hands-on workshop.
York Woods
Main Street
9:30 am
Watercolours Inspired by Lawren Harris
Long Branch
4:30 pm
Cedarbrae
5 pm
Centennial
6:30 pm
The art of Canadian icon Lawren Harris is the inspiration
for this watercolour painting workshop lead by artist Asha.
Cliffcrest
6:30 pm
Downsview
April 8, 22; May 6, 20 Port Union
Saturdays, April 11-June 27
Annette Street
4 pm
1 pm
9:30 am
7 pm
Brain Games
Puzzles, cards and games increase your memory and
work your mind. Bring your own or try one of ours. In
partnership with Malvern Family Resource Centre, Seniors
Centre.
Malvern
1 pm
Don Mills*
May 4
2 pm
May 6
6 pm
How to Make a Great Photograph, Using Old and
New Technology
What makes a great photograph? Explore some of the
iconic photographs from the birth of photography 175
years ago to today and see how the basic guidelines for a
great photo have not changed significantly — but what
has changed is the ability to apply these guidelines using
today’s technology.
Barbara Frum
May 7
6:30 pm
Wire Work Jewellery
Rug Hooking
Join fellow rug hookers as we get together to work on
individual projects. All skill levels are welcome. Please bring
your own project.
Mimico Centennial
Eatonville
12 pm
Need an idea for a special gift for someone? Why not
create a unique ring and necklace for that hard-to-buy
person on your list?
Woodside Square*
May 23
10:30 am
Tatting, anyone?
Drop in and spend some time with fellow Tatters. Everyone
welcome regardless of experience.
Long Branch
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1 pm
HOBBIES, CRAFTS & GAMES
APRIL – JUNE 2015
TEENS
KIDS & FAMILIES
Call of Gamers
Gaming
Get your game on with video games.
Malvern
Don Mills
April 10, June 12
S. Walter Stewart
Parliament Street
An afternoon of Wii and XBox 360 fun.
6:15 pm
4 pm
5 pm
4 pm
Bunny Scavenger Hunt
Gerrard/Ashdale
April 4, 18; May 2, 16, 30; June 12, 13, 27
A tournament of card and board games. For ages 13-18.
April 10, 17; May 8, 22; June 19
4 pm
Hang out at our cool after school spot where you can get
homework help, play games and mentorship from guest
speakers. For boys ages 10-13.
York Woods*
4 pm
4 pm
Chess
Get Inspired Workshops: Pom Pom Creations
Learn how to turn yarn into pom pom creatures. For ages
11-18.
May 15
April 2
Boyz Klub
1 pm
Board Game Club
S. Walter Stewart*
3 pm
Help the bunny find all the hidden items in the library!
Knit a bit or a lot! Bring your needles and enjoy a fun
afternoon of knitting and other fibre arts.
Thorncliffe
Wednesdays, April 1
York Woods
11:45 am
Fibre Arts Club
Thorncliffe
Humberwood
4 pm
Improve your math skills and critical thinking. For ages
6-12.
Bridlewood
Brookbanks
Saturdays, April 4- June 27
6 pm
10 am
Easter Craft
Create a craft to celebrate the Easter holiday. For ages
6-12.
Woodside Square* April 4
3 pm
Craft Making
Get in touch with your creative side. Make something to
take home. All ages are welcome. Parents must be present
for children age 6 and under.
Albion
5 pm
Brentwood
June 6, June 20
2 pm
Mother’s Day Craft
Make something nice to celebrate your mom. For all ages.
Pleasant View
May 7
Steeles
May 8
7 pm
4 pm
Woodside Square
May 9
3 pm
Father’s Day Craft
Make a gift to take home for Dad. For ages 6 and up.
Steeles
June 19
4 pm
Woodside Square
June 20
3 pm
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ASK AN EXPERT:
TORONTO MASTER GARDENERS
Trained horticulturalists from Toronto Master Gardener provide
tips and advice for growing great flowers and vegetables.
Top Tips for Top Vegetables
15 Ways to Garden Large in Small Spaces
Must-have advice on growing popular vegetables, what
these vegetables need to thrive, how to grow them in
containers, preventing problems and optimizing yields.
Create unity, drama and colour in your garden with stepby-step plans for a small garden space and how to keep
it healthy.
Danforth/Coxwell
Toronto Reference
April 22
6:30 pm
Riverdale
May 6
6:30 pm
S. Walter Stewart
May 12
6:30 pm
April 1
6:30 pm
Growing the Romantics: Roses, Peonies and Irises
Learn about the history of these plants, growing
conditions, pruning and soil fertilization.
Malvern*
April 9
Pollinator Gardens
1 pm
Balcony and Terrace Container Gardening
A presentation of inspiring photos and practical ideas for
successful gardening above ground.
Dawes Road
April 11
11 am
Weston
April 22
2 pm
City Hall
April 23
Maria A. Shchuka
May 8
1 pm
6:30 pm
Get the latest buzz on creating a haven for pollinators.
Topics include: What is a pollinator garden and why
plant one, the characteristics of pollinator plants and
recommendations for specific plants.
High Park
April 22
6:45 pm
The Basics of Vegetable Gardening
Growing your own food! Learn about soil, crop rotation,
companion planting, feeding/fertilizing, starting with
seeds and more.
Green Roofs: Gardens that Touch the Sky
Cedarbrae
April 30
1:30 pm
A presentation on the benefits and types of green roofs,
the bylaws and physical requirements to get started, and
the best plants to use for each season.
Maria A. Shchuka*
May 1
6:30 pm
Bloor/Gladstone
April 15
7 pm
10 Tips for Low Maintenance Gardening
Low-fuss gardening covering easy-care plants,
groundcovers, garden pests, fertilizing and more.
Gardening in the Shade
Albert Campbell
May 2 2 pm
Learn to identify types of shade and why it offers great
gardening opportunities.
Richview
May 6
1 pm
Pleasant View
April 18
2 pm
Spring Awakening
Get easy steps to the best garden ever. What to do
monthly, when to start seeds, cut back foliage, clean up,
weed and more.
Mount Dennis
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April 20
Garden Wise: Organic and Sustainable Methods
A program on smarter and safer ways to garden: soil
care, condo composting, managing weeds and lawns
without harmful chemicals and much more.
Burrows Hall*
May 5
2 pm
7 pm
APRIL – JUNE 2015
GREEN PROGRAMS
Start a home project or get involved in an
environmental program in your neighbourhood.
Lakeshore Environmental Gardening Society
Kitchen Library Information Night
Exchange seeds and plants, meet local gardeners,
participate in gardening events.
Learn all about Kitchen Library, Canada’s first non-profit
library of kitchen appliances. Staff from the organization
present on its development and vision, how to become
a member, its inventory of items that can be shared,
volunteer opportunities and more.
Long Branch
6:30 pm
Nature in the City
From fields and forests to rivers and ravines, Toronto’s
varied habitats play host to an astounding diversity
of wild plants and animals. Local environmentalist
and naturalist Richard Aaron talks about some of the
intriguing species to be found in Toronto and the best
places to see them.
Maria A. Shchuka*
Annette Street
Eatonville*
April 7
April 24
6:30 pm
Bird Gardening
Choose and arrange plants, feeders, nesting boxes and
water sources to provide the essential elements of life for
songbirds.
6:30 pm
April 27
100 in 1 Day Toronto Community Workshops
Sustainable/Eco Design for your Home
Discuss your dreams and hopes for our city and devise
plans on how to execute an urban intervention in your
neighbourhood on June 6.
2 pm
York Woods
April 7
6 pm
Top five tips from Nikka Design to help you live better
and feel better. This mini-workshop shows you how
even small changes can have a big impact in creating a
healthier home.
Mount Dennis
April 16
6 pm
Barbara Frum
Agincourt
April 23
6 pm
North York Central
April 29
6 pm
Albion
April 30
6 pm
Bloor/Gladstone
May 7
6 pm
Don Mills
May 14
6 pm
Toronto Seed Library Workshop and Seed Exchange
A free workshop with expert seed savers. Start, grow and
store your plant seeds. Bring seeds from your garden to
share, or borrow some from the Toronto Seed Library.
Queen/Saulter*
April 16
6:30 pm
Palmerston
April 18
11:30 am
May 5
7 pm
100 in 1 Day Toronto, June 6
Put into place the changes you want to see in your city, all
on one day. Join us for 100 in 1 Day, a civic engagement
event where you create small-scale improvements in your
community.
Bloor/Gladstone
June 6
2 pm
Don Mills
June 6
2 pm
Mount Dennis
June 6
2 pm
Riverdale
June 6
2 pm
Steeles
June 6
1 pm
York Woods
June 6
1 pm
Earth Day Bird Feeders
City Critters
Make a simple bird feeder to attract the beautiful birds in
your neighbourhood.
A Toronto Botanical Garden’s expert shows you the
natural wonder of critters that are in your own backyard.
Pleasant View
Jones
April 23
7 pm
As energy prices rise, how much are you wasting on home
heating? This workshop by a Certified Energy Advisor
helps homeowners understand what makes their homes
tick and how upgrades can make their homes more
comfortable.
April 24
10:30 am
KIDS & FAMILIES
GreenSaver: Home ECOnomics
Don Mills
June 6
2 pm
Environmental Education with Creature Quest
In honour of Earth Month, Creature Quest does a live and
interactive presentation of species at risk. For ages 6 and
up.
Barbara Frum
April 14
6:30 pm
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HOMEWORK HELP,
LEADERSHIP &
AFTER SCHOOL
Get one-on-one help
with homework, tips
from pros on how to
be a great leader and
have fun with friends.
After school programs and resources are available
at many Toronto Public Library branches
TEENS
HOW TO
Toastmasters Youth Leadership
Students 12-17 years learn about public speaking, listening
skills, critiquing others as well as how to organize and chair
meetings.
Locke*
6 pm
Homework Help for Teens
SURVIVE
SCHOOL
Co-sponsored with North West Scarborough Youth Centre.
Bridlewood
4 pm
Youth Advisory Group
Learn valuable skills and meet new friends while assisting
your community. Help make your local library the place to
be.
Steeles
April 17, May 15
3:30 pm
Your library card gives you access to a world of
resources. If you don’t have one yet, go to any
library branch to sign up for a free card today.
t o r o n t o p u b l i c l i b r a r y. c a
Math. Reading. Confidence.
www.kumon.ca
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800-ABC-MATH
HOMEWORK HELP, LEADERSHIP & AFTER SCHOOL
APRIL – JUNE 2015
KIDS & FAMILIES
Makers Club
Calling all builders, designers, creators, and innovators.
Join our after school club and learn new skills, try science
experiments and explore new technologies. For ages 6
and up.
Fort York*
Wednesdays, April 1-April 29
4 pm
Brentwood*
April 13; May 11, 25; June 8, 22
4 pm
Homework Help,
Leadership & After
School Programs in
Other Languages
Voilà Community Help - French Homework Club
After School Club for Kids
Join us for fun activities. For ages 8-12.
Parliament Street
4 pm
Barbara Frum
4 pm
Lego Club
A French homework club for students in Grade 1-6
studying in extended, immersion or Francophone
programs. In partnership with Voilà Community Help. To
register, visit voilalearning.com.
York Woods
Wednesdays, April 1-22
4:30 pm
Malvern
Wednesdays, April 1-May 27
4:30 pm
Explore the wonderful world of Lego building. For
ages 6-12.
High Park
Tuesdays, April 7-28
4 pm
Gerrard/Ashdale* Thursdays, April 9-April 30
4 pm
Palmerston
Fridays, April 10-24; May 15
Weston
4 pm
4:30 pm
Jones
April 28, May 26
4 pm
New Toronto
April 30, May 28
3:30 pm
Homework Club
Tutors provide homework help and additional educational
activities for students from Grades 1-6. This program is
cosponsored with The Champ Initiative.
Malvern
7 pm
At Home Alone Family Workshop: 5 Easy Steps to
Independence
A fun, interactive workshop to help families prepare
their 10-14 year olds to stay home alone safely. Develop a
personal safety and injury prevention plan that is tailored
to meet your family’s unique needs. A parent and child
must attend together. In partnership with Toronto Public
Health.
Palmerston
April 30
6 pm
Support the library.
Give an hour or two a week and make a
lifetime of difference.
Find out how you can help at
Drama Club
Explore the actor in you. For ages 7-12
High Park
volunteer
opportunities
Tuesdays, May 5-May 26
4 pm
torontopubliclibrary.ca/volunteering
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PERSONAL
FINANCE
Get professional advice
and resources at our free
seminars, workshops and
one-on-one sessions.
Personal finance resources and specialized staff are available at
both Toronto Reference Library and North York Central Library
ADULTS
Pound Foolish: Exposing the Dark Side of the
Personal Finance Industry
Art of Financial Organizing – Investments
Contributing editor of Pacific Standard and former lead
writer of LA Times Money Makeover Helaine Olen takes
on some of the central myths of the personal finance
industry, including how problems that are really political
are presented as individual financial failings. Drawing on
her book, Pound Foolish, Olen takes a compelling look at
how we think and talk about money.
City Hall
April 1
1 pm
Income Tax Clinic
A Canada Revenue Agency volunteer completes income
tax returns for lower-income earners – single persons with
incomes under $25,000 or families with an income of under
$35,000. Bring all documents needed: T-slips, receipts, tax
bills, TTC passes, forms and documents (such as your 2013
Income Tax Return “Notice of Assessment” sent to you by
the government.)
Burrows Hall
Tuesdays, Thursdays, April 2-April 30
6:30 pm
Fairview
Thursdays, Saturdays, April 4-April 16
9:30 am
Malvern
April 11, 25
North York Central
Saturdays, April 18-April 25
10 am
Tuesdays, April 21-April 28
6 pm
9 am
When I Die: Financial Planning for Life and Death
Retired senior tax partner at BDO Dunwoody LLP Garry
Duncan discusses how to minimize taxes on death. Using
simplified explanations of a rather complex area of tax,
he explains what estate planning is and how to plan an
effective tax strategy to enhance your estate’s net worth
and minimize taxes on death.
Richview*
April 2
7 pm
Lillian H. Smith*
April 11
2 pm
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Join us to discuss investment organization to minimize
risk, tax, and fees associated with investing in today’s
environment.
Barbara Frum*
April 28
6:30 pm
Doing Investment Research Online
Learn how to use investment databases, Financial Post
Advisor and Value Line Research Centre. To register, call
416-393-7209. Programs takes place in the Learning Centre.
Toronto Reference*
May 4
6 pm
June 16
3 pm
Condo Buyers Seminar
There are some important legal, financial, lifestyle,
marketing and valuation differences between
condominium and regular single family home. Find out
from a mortgage specialist how these differences have an
important impact on the potential buyers.
Eatonville*
May 20
6:30 pm
Building a Retirement Income Plan that Works
Chartered financial analyst and planner Alan McDonald
shows you how to build a retirement income plan that
works. Programs takes place in the auditorium.
North York Central
June 2
6:30 pm
PERSONAL FINANCE
APRIL – JUNE 2015
LAW AT THE LIBRARY
From buying a home to writing a will, getting fired or getting divorced. A series of
talks on common legal problems drawing on the expertise of Toronto-area lawyers.
People, Pets and Parking – Welcome to Condo Life
Estate Administration: You’ve Been Named
Executor, Now What?
Joy Mathews, expert in condominium law, provides an
overview of condominium laws and issues.
Lawyers Katie Ionson and Lucinda Main provide an
overview of the estate administration process.
Don Mills
April 1
Fort York
7 pm
Small Claims: A Guide to the Process
Lawyer Tim Hudek walks through the claims, defences
and trials process including what to expect in Ontario’s
Small Claims Court system.
Malvern
May 11
7 pm
Disability Law: Your Rights
Employment law experts Emily Shepard and Marc
Rodrigue discuss what to expect and what’s expected of
you when managing disability in the workplace.
Brentwood
May 12
7 pm
May 23
2 pm
Wills and Estate Planning
Meet a financial advisor to learn all about estate
planning, its importance and protecting your
beneficiaries from bad decisions.
Albert Campbell
June 4
6:30 pm
Permanent Residency 101
Guillermo Cruz, Canadian-Mexican immigration lawyer,
talks about the application process for Permanent
Resident status. Room 2/3.
North York Central
June 9
6:30 pm
Common Sense Divorce
Employment 101: What Are My Rights as an
Employee?
Join Darren Gingras from Common Sense Divorce to
learn about keeping your divorce common sense and
keeping it out of court. Learn about the key rights as an employee in today’s
economy with Emily Shepard and Marc Rodrigue.
Programs takes place in the Beeton Auditorium.
Barbara Frum
May 13
2 pm
Family Law Alternatives to Litigation
May 13
June 9
6:30 pm
Learn the right way to submit a successful application,
including information on refugees, economic applicants,
appeals and deportations, with Guidy Mamann from
migrationlaw.com.
Real Estate Law: Buying or Selling a House
Albion
Real Estate lawyer and Toronto Star columnist Bob Aaron
explains the legalities of buying and selling houses.
Powers of Attorney and Wills
City Hall
May 20
1 pm
Intellectual Property Issues for Small Business
Learn the basics about intellectual property law for small
businesses with lawyer and engineer Monica Goyal.
Fairview
May 20
7 pm
Immigrating to Canada and/or Sponsoring a Loved
One
Family lawyer and mediator Sharon Silbert discusses
managing conflict constructively and dealing with
separation out of court.
Albion
Toronto Reference
June 15
6:30 pm
Lawyers Katie Ionson and Lucinda Main provide tips and
review key information on powers of attorney and wills.
Programs takes place in the Beeton Auditorium.
Toronto Reference
June 30
7 pm
6:30 pm
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READING PROGRAMS & STORYTIMES
Storytimes
These programs are for children from birth to five years old and
their parents or caregivers. They encourage a lifelong love of
reading, build reading readiness in children, and show parents
and caregivers how to help their child get ready for reading.
Baby Time
Family Time
Bouncing and tickling rhymes, songs and
stories for babies from birth to 18 months
with their parents or caregivers.
Stories, songs, rhymes and activities for
children age 5 and under with their parents or
caregivers.
Toddler Time
Pyjama Time
Stories, songs and rhymes for children age
19 months to 3 years with their parents or
caregivers.
Bedtime stories, songs, rhymes and activities
for children age 5 and under with their
parents or caregivers.
Preschool Time
Stories, songs and rhymes for children age 3-5
years with their parents or caregivers.
For dates, times and locations of programs
near you, visit our website or call your branch.
Some branches have limited space and require
pre-registration.
torontopubliclibrary.ca/readyforreading
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READING PROGRAMS
& STORYTIMES
Discover the joy of
reading in staff-led
classes and workshops.
Enjoying a performance at
Albert Campbell Branch
Supporting early literacy, creativity
and writing skills in children ages 8-12.
Thanks to a bequest from long-time
library lover and user Sophia Lucyk.
Making Good Stories Great
Writing for Comics and Graphic Novels
Learn all about writing for comics and graphic novels
with J. Torres, author of Alison Dare, Bigfoot Boy, and
Teen Titans Go. Have fun reading comics each week,
learn the lingo and sound like a pro. Write newspaper
strips, comic scripts and more.
Ever wondered how to get all the parts of a story
working just right and make your good stories even
better? Join author Susan Hughes to discover how
to find great ideas, create cool characters and form
fabulous plots that grab the reader right from the start.
Fairview*
Eglinton Square*
Thursdays, April 2-23
4 pm
You can tell a story through words, but add some pictures
and the story gets richer in amazing ways. Authorillustrator Claudia Davila shows you the basic structure
for writing a short story and the different ways to tell it
in words and pictures, in comic or picture book form.
Saturdays, April 4-25
2 pm
Award-winning broadcaster, writer and illustrator
Kevin Sylvester discusses how to write about sports in
a way that doesn’t stink! He also shares his techniques
for telling better stories, drawing pictures and making
readers laugh.
Wednesdays, April 8-29
Every author needs a journal. Find out how easy and
rewarding it is to keep one, and discover the stories
hidden there with author Andrew Larsen.
North York Central*
2 pm
Crafting Stories
Award-winning author and storyteller Rukhsana Khan
shows you the ropes on how to craft a story.
Winning Sports Journalism
Perth/Dupont*
10 am
Writing the Book of You
Every Picture Tells a Story
Riverdale*
4 pm
Humberwood*
Fridays, May 15-June 5 3:30 pm
Be the Beanstalk: Grow a Story
Acclaimed children’s author Philippa Dowding shows
how to write a story with a beginning, middle and end,
the tricks to creating an interesting character, and what
goes into a catchy book cover and marketing blurb.
Palmerston*
Thursdays, May 21-June 11
4 pm
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READING PROGRAMS & STORYTIMES
KIDS & FAMILIES
Rainbow Family Stories
A special LGBTQ storytime. Make a craft to take home. For
children from birth to age 5 and their caregivers.
Creative Play
Arts, crafts, stories and circle time for children from birth
to age 6 and their caregivers.
Goldhawk Park
Tuesdays, Thursdays, April 2-June 30
Celebrate Easter and spring with stories, songs and craft.
April 4
10:30 am
Crafts and Stories
For all ages.
Thorncliffe
April 4, 18; May 2, 16, 30; June 13, 27
Tuesdays, April 7-May 26
Bloor/Gladstone
April 25, May 30
10 am
Storytime (in Cantonese)
For ages 19 months to 5 years.
Stories and songs for preschool children.
Woodside Square
May 4, June 9
Tuesdays, May 19-June 23
10:30 am
11 am
Family Time (in French)
Get Ready for Mother’s Day
Stories, songs and rhymes in French for ages 5 and under,
with their caregivers.
Stories, songs and a special craft. For ages 4 and up.
May 9
Prior knowledge of Spanish is not required. For ages 2-7.
4 pm
Nannies and Tots
Burrows Hall
Reading Programs &
Storytimes in Other
Languages
Storytime (in Spanish)
Focusing on building children’s social skills. For ages 7-9.
Deer Park
10:30 am
2 pm
Spring Friendship Circle
Centennial* June 20
9:15 am
Easter and Spring Storytime
Palmerston
Fort York
2 pm
Don Mills
June 6, June 13
A fun and easy guide to
help kids become readers
finger plays | songs & rhymes | booklists
stories & poems | music & videos
literacy games & activities
Browse it. Borrow it. Or buy it at any
Toronto Public Library branch. ($3)
Let’s Get Ready for Reading has been published with the support
of the Toronto Public Library Foundation and its generous funders,
and was developed by the Toronto Public Library.
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11 am
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SCIENCE &
TECHNOLOGY
Expand your mind and
learn more about the world
around you in a variety of
lectures and discussions.
ADULTS
What’s in an Outbreak? An Overview of Ebola and
Infectious Disease
Ingredients: Understanding What’s in Your Beauty
Products
Amidst the media panic on the current Ebola outbreak
in western Africa, University of Toronto researchers from
the Department of Immunology want to clear up some of
the misconceptions surrounding the virus. The focus is on
Ebola and the biological and sociological factors that have
contributed to the outbreak, and why Ebola has spread so
much in some areas and much less in other regions.
Make better, more informed choices when purchasing
beauty products. Learn about the basic scientific concepts
behind beauty products, how to interpret product claims
and ingredient lists for various beauty products.
Eatonville
April 1
North York Central
April 14
6:30 pm
7 pm
Learn to design simple 3D objects and prepare them for
printing.
April 2, April 8
6:30 pm
3D Printer Certification
Learn how to use a 3D printer.
Fort York*
April 7, April 23
June 18
6:30 pm
KIDS & FAMILIES
Science Rendezvous
Intro to 3D Design
Fort York*
Queen/Saulter
6:30 pm
Science Rendezvous takes world-class science to the
streets…and to your local library! Kids and families can
experience hands-on science with volunteers from Let’s
Talk Science or be dazzled by some wild do-it-yourself
experiments.
Albion
April 29
Beaches
April 29
12 pm
2 pm
Bloor/Gladstone
April 29 2 pm
Brentwood
April 29
10 am
iMovie for Beginners
Downsview
April 29
1 pm
An introduction to using iMovie on the Mac. Basic
video editing techniques are taught, such as how to use
transitions and titles, how to add audio and a soundtrack,
cut and splice, and use the timeline.
Fairview
April 29
2 pm
Northern District
April 29
1 pm
Richview
April 29
12 pm
York Woods
April 29
1 pm
Fort York*
April 25
2 pm
The Essentials of Creating Amazing Slideshows
A professional visual artist and designer shows how to
create a slideshow of your creativity or products, your
story, portfolio, brand, opinion or any topic.
Eatonville
April 29
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6:45 pm
SMALL
BUSINESS
Build your small business with the
help of the library’s broad range of
services and resources.
A business workshop taking place in one of
Toronto Public Library’s Learning Centres
ADULTS
Unless stated, these programs take place in the Learning Centre.
How Small Businesses Use Social Media
Health and Safety for Small Business
A basic overview of the simple ways Facebook, Twitter and
Instagram can be used by small businesses.
Toronto Reference*
April 13
6 pm
This session examines how small businesses can meet their
obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Programs takes place in the auditorium.
May 12, June 20
3 pm
North York Central*
April 30
6:30 pm
Small Business Network
Learn about different business resources and network with
others starting or running a small business. A valid library
card is recommended. Programs takes place in the Hinton
Learning Theatre.
Toronto Reference
6 pm
Business and Technology Emagazines and Ebooks
Create an account and learn how to use Zinio emagazines
and Safari Tech and Business Books Online from the
comfort of your home. A valid library card is required.
Toronto Reference*
April 16
6 pm
May 25
3 pm
Create a Facebook Page for Your Business
Learn about company Facebook pages and how they can
be useful for your business. Create a basic page in class. A
valid email account is required.
Toronto Reference*
April 27, June 22
6 pm
Doing Market Research Online
Learn how Scott’s Business Directories Online, article
databases and other online sources can help you with
market research for your small business.
Toronto Reference*
April 30, June 6
3 pm
business research
tools
Come in for help at our
Business Information Desks at
North York Central Library 416-395-5613
and Toronto Reference Library
416-393-7149.
Or connect with more than 100 online
business journals and articles.
Visit torontopubliclibrary.ca/smallbusiness
and click on Business Databases.
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BRANCH MAP
10
7
11
8
21
9
20
6
19
24
22
5
23
25
4
28
3
2
1
Neighbourhood branches
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District branches
Research & Reference libraries
BRANCH MAP
APRIL – JUNE 2015
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13
14
17
15
16
26
27
18
Bookmobile stops
1 Ward’s Island
2 Swansea Plaza
3Mabelle
4Willowridge
5 Martinway Plaza
6Braeburn
7 North Kipling
8Driftwood
Community Centre
9Firgrove
Bookmobile stops
10Wycliffe
11 Yonge Village
12 Bayview Cummer
Plaza
13Brahms
14 Nymark Plaza
15Glamorgan
16 Scarborough Town
Centre
17 Panda Square
18 Oakridge Community
Centre
19 St. Andrews
20 Sheppard Plaza
21 Bathurst Manor Plaza
22 Lawrence Heights
Community Centre
23 Caledon Village
24 Chetta Place
25 Martha Eaton Way
26 Scarborough Village
27 Midland Danforth
28 West Mall
Bookmobile schedule: page 63.
Bookmobile questions: 416-395-5560
Bookmobile website: torontopubliclibrary.ca/bookmobiles
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BRANCH HOURS & LOCATIONS
Map
Library Branch
Phone No.
Address
Branch Hours
F/1
Agincourt
416-396-8943
155 Bonis Ave.
M1T 3W6
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5
F/3
Albert Campbell
416-396-8890
496 Birchmount Rd.
M1K 1N8
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5
A/1
Albion
416-394-5170
1515 Albion Rd.
M9V 1B2
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5
A/4
Alderwood
416-394-5310
2 Orianna Dr.
M8W 4Y1
Mon 10-8:30; Tues, Wed & Fri 10-6;
Thur 12:30-8:30; Sat 9-5
C/2
Amesbury Park
416-395-5420
1565 Lawrence Ave. W.
M6L 1A8
Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6;
Sat 9-5
C/3
Annette Street
416-393-7692
145 Annette St.
M6P 1P3
Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30;
Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5
D/2
Armour Heights
416-395-5430
2140 Avenue Rd.
M5M 4M7
Tues, Thur & Fri 10-6; Wed 12:30-8:30;
Sat 9-5
D/2
Barbara Frum
416-395-5440
20 Covington Rd.
M6A 3C1
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5
D/1
Bayview
416-395-5460
Bayview Village Shopping Centre
2901 Bayview Ave. M2K 1E6
Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed &
Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5
E/4
Beaches
416-393-7703
2161 Queen St. E.
M4L 1J1
Mon-Thur 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5
G/2
Bendale
416-396-8910
1515 Danforth Rd.
M1J 1H5
Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5
B/2
Black Creek
416-395-5470
North York Sheridan Mall
1700 Wilson Ave. M3L 1B2
C/3
Bloor/Gladstone
416-393-7674
1101 Bloor St. W.
M6H 1M7
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5
B/3
Brentwood
416-394-5240
36 Brentwood Rd. N.
M8X 2B5
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5
F/1
Bridlewood
416-396-8960
Bridlewood Mall
2900 Warden Ave. M1W 2S8
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5
E/2
Brookbanks
416-395-5480
210 Brookbanks Dr.
M3A 2T8
Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6;
Sat 9-5
G/1
Burrows Hall
416-396-8740
1081 Progress Ave.
M1B 5Z6
Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6;
Sat 9-5
G/2
Cedarbrae
416-396-8850
545 Markham Rd.
M1H 2A1
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5;
D/1
Centennial
416-395-5490
578 Finch Ave. W.
M2R 1N7
Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed &
Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5
D/4
City Hall
416-393-7650
Nathan Phillips Square
100 Queen St. W. M5H 2N3
Mon-Fri 10-6
G/3
Cliffcrest
416-396-8916
Cliffcrest Plaza
3017 Kingston Rd. M1M 1P1
Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6;
Sat 9-5
C/4
College/Shaw
416-393-7668
766 College St.
M6G 1C4
Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30;
Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5
E/3
Danforth/Coxwell
416-393-7783
1675 Danforth Ave.
M4C 5P2
C/3
Davenport
416-393-7732
1246 Shaw St.
M6G 3P1
Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6;
Sat 9-5
E/3
Dawes Road
416-396-3820
416 Dawes Rd.
M4B 2E8
Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30;
Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5
D/3
Deer Park
416-393-7657
40 St. Clair Ave. E.
M4T 1M9
E/2
Don Mills
416-395-5710
888 Lawrence Ave. E.
M3C 1P6
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5
C/2
Downsview
416-395-5720
2793 Keele St.
M3M 2G3
Mon 12:30-8:30; Tues-Thur 9-8:30; Fri 9-5:30;
Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5
C/3
Dufferin/St. Clair
416-393-7712
1625 Dufferin St.
M6H 3L9
Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30;
Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5
A/3
Eatonville
416-394-5270
430 Burnhamthorpe Rd.
M9B 2B1
Mon-Thur 9-8:30; Fri 9-5; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5
F/3
Eglinton Square
416-396-8920
Eglinton Square Mall, 1 Eglinton
Square, Unit 126 M1L 2K1
Mon-Wed 9-8:30; Thur 12:30-8:30;
Fri & Sat 9-5
A/3
Elmbrook Park
416-394-5290
2 Elmbrook Cres.
M9C 5B4
Tues & Fri 10-6; Wed & Thur 12:30-8:30;
Sat 9-5
C/3
Evelyn Gregory
416-394-1006
120 Trowell Ave.
M6M 1L7
Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30;
Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5
E/1
Fairview
416-395-5750
35 Fairview Mall Dr.
M2J 4S4
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5
E/3
Flemingdon Park
416-395-5820
29 St. Dennis Dr.
M3C 3J3
Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6;
Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5
D/3
Forest Hill
416-393-7706
700 Eglinton Ave. W.
M5N 1B9
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Access
LC
LSP
X
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•
•
•
X
•
•
X
•
•
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
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•
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
•
X
X
X
X
X
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•
APRIL – JUNE 2015
Map
Library Branch
Phone No.
Address
Branch Hours
C/4
Fort York
416-393-6240
190 Fort York Blvd.
M5V 0C7
E/4
Gerrard/Ashdale
416-393-7717
1432 Gerrard St. E.
M4L 1Z6
Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30;
Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5
G/1
Goldhawk Park
416-396-8964
295 Alton Towers Circle
M1V 4P1
Mon-Thur 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5
G/3
Guildwood
416-396-8872
Guildwood Plaza
Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6;
123 Guildwood Parkway M1E 4V2 Sat 9-5
C/4
High Park
416-393-7671
228 Roncesvalles Ave.
M6R 2L7
H/2
Highland Creek
416-396-8876
3550 Ellesmere Rd.
M1C 3Z2
Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6;
Sat 9-5
E/1
Hillcrest
416-395-5830
5801 Leslie St.
M2H 1J8
Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6;
Sat 9-5
B/4
Humber Bay
416-394-5300
200 Park Lawn Rd.
M8Y 3J1
Tues & Fri 10-6; Wed & Thur 12:30-8:30;
Sat 9-5
B/1
Humber Summit
416-395-5840
2990 Islington Ave.
M9L 2K6
Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6;
Sat 9-5
A/1
Humberwood
416-394-5210
850 Humberwood Blvd.
M9W 7A6
Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6;
Sat 9-5
B/3
Jane/Dundas
416-394-1014
620 Jane St.
M6S 4A6
Mon 12:30-8:30; Tues-Thur 9-8:30;
Fri & Sat 9-5
B/1
Jane/Sheppard
416-395-5966
1906 Sheppard Ave. W.
M3L 1Y7
Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed &
Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5
E/4
Jones
416-393-7715
118 Jones Ave.
M4M 2Z9
Mon & Fri 10-6; Tues 10-8:30;
Wed & Thur 12:30-8:30; Sat 9-5
F/3
Kennedy/Eglinton
416-396-8924
Liberty Square Shopping Plaza
2380 Eglinton Ave. E. M1K 2P3
Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6;
Sat 9-5
D/3
Leaside
416-396-3835
165 McRae Dr.
M4G 1S8
D/4
Lillian H. Smith
416-393-7746
239 College St.
M5T 1R5
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5;
Access
LC
X
•
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
416-393-7748
Osborne Collection of Early
Children’s Books (Reference)
416-393-7753
D/2
Locke
416-393-7730
3083 Yonge St.
M4N 2K7
A/4
Long Branch
416-394-5320
3500 Lake Shore Blvd. W.
M8W 1N6
Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6;
Sat 9-5
E/4
Main Street
416-393-7700
137 Main St.
M4E 2V9
G/1
Malvern
416-396-8969
30 Sewells Rd.
M1B 3G5
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5
C/3
Maria A. Shchuka
416-394-1000
1745 Eglinton Ave. W.
M6E 2H4
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5
F/2
Maryvale
416-396-8931
Parkway Mall
85 Ellesmere Rd. M1R 4B9
Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30;
Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5
F/2
McGregor Park
416-396-8935
M1P 2P5
Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6;
Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5
B/4
Mimico Centennial
416-394-5330
47 Station Rd.
M8V 2R1
Tues & Wed 12:30-8:30; Thur & Fri 10-6;
Sat 9-5
H/2
Morningside
416-396-8881
M1E 2S8
Mon-Wed 9-8:30; Thur 12:30-8:30;
Fri & Sat 9-5
B/3
Mount Dennis
416-394-1008
1123 Weston Rd.
M6N 3S3
Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30;
Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5
D/3
Mount Pleasant
416-393-7737
599 Mt. Pleasant Rd.
M4S 2M5
A/4
New Toronto
416-394-5350
110 Eleventh St.
M8V 3G5
Tues & Fri 10-6; Wed & Thur 12:30-8:30; Sat 9-5;
*Sun 1:30-5
D/1
416-395-5535
5120 Yonge St.
M2N 5N9
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5
D/2
Northern District
416-393-7610
40 Orchard View Blvd.
M4R 1B9
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5
Mon-Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5
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X
X
*Sun 1:30-5
Merril Collection of Science Fiction,
Speculation & Fantasy (Reference)
TTY 416-395-5596
X
LSP
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Mon-Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5
X
X
X
X
X
X
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X
X
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X = Wheelchair accessible
LC = Learning Centre
LSP = Library Settlement Partnerships
* Open Sundays, January 4 – June 28 inclusive (except April 5, May 7)
See a map of locations on pages 58-59.
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Map
Library Branch
Phone No.
Address
Branch Hours
B/2
Northern Elms
416-394-5230
123B Rexdale Blvd., Unit 5
M9W 1P1
Tues & Wed 12:30-8:30; Thur & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5
C/3
Oakwood Village Library And
Arts Centre
416-394-1040
341 Oakwood Ave.
M6E 2W1
Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30;
Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5
C/3
Palmerston
416-393-7680
560 Palmerston Ave.
M6G 2P7
Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30;
Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5
E/3
Pape/Danforth
416-393-7727
701 Pape Ave.
M4K 3S6
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5
C/4
Parkdale
416-393-7686
1303 Queen St. W.
M6K 1L6
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5
D/4
Parliament Street
416-393-7663
269 Gerrard St. E.
M5A 2G6
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5
C/3
Perth/Dupont
416-393-7677
1589 Dupont St.
M6P 3S5
Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6;
Sat 9-5
E/1
Pleasant View
416-395-5940
575 Van Horne Ave.
M2J 4S8
Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6;
Sat 9-5
H/2
Port Union
416-396-8885
M1C 3B2
Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30;
Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5
D/4
Queen/Saulter
416-393-7723
765 Queen St. E.
M4M 1H3
Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6;
Sat 9-5
A/1
Rexdale
416-394-5200
2243 Kipling Ave.
M9W 4L5
Tues & Fri 10-6; Wed & Thur 12:30-8:30;
Sat 9-5
B/2
Richview
416-394-5120
1806 Islington Ave.
M9P 3N3
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5;
*Sun 1:30-5
D/4
Riverdale
416-393-7720
370 Broadview Ave.
M4K 2M8
B/3
Runnymede
416-393-7697
2178 Bloor St. W.
M6S 1M8
Mon-Thur 9-8:30; Fri 9-5; & Sat 9-5
E/3
S. Walter Stewart
416-396-3975
170 Memorial Park Ave.
M4J 2K5
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5
C/3
St. Clair/Silverthorn
416-393-7709
1748 St. Clair Ave. W.
M6N 1J3
Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6;
Sat 9-5
D/4
St. James Town
416-393-7744
495 Sherbourne St.
M4X 1K7
Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6;
Sat 9-5
D/4
St. Lawrence
416-393-7655
171 Front St. E.
M5A 4H3
Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30;
Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5
D/4
Sanderson
416-393-7653
327 Bathurst St.
M5T 1J1
D/3
Spadina Road
416-393-7666
10 Spadina Rd.
M5R 2S7
Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6;
Sat 9-5
F/1
Steeles
416-396-8975
Bamburgh Gardens Shopping Plaza
375 Bamburgh Circle M1W 3Y1
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5
B/4
Swansea Memorial
416-393-7695
95 Lavinia Ave.
M6S 3H9
Tues & Thur 10-12 & 1-6; Wed 1-8;
Sat 10-5
F/3
Taylor Memorial
416-396-8939
1440 Kingston Rd.
M1N 1R3
Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6;
Sat 9-5
E/3
Thorncliffe
416-396-3865
48 Thorncliffe Park Dr.
M4H 1J7
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5
E/3
Todmorden Room
416-396-3875
1081½ Pape Ave. (at Torrens)
M4K 3W6
Tues & Thurs 12:30-5, 6-8:30;
Wed & Sat 9-12, 1-5
Closed Saturdays in July and August.
D/3
416-395-5577
789 Yonge St.
M4W 2G8
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5
F/2
Victoria Village
416-395-5950
184 Sloane Ave.
M4A 2C4
B/2
Weston
416-394-1016
2 King St.
M9N 1K9
Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30;
Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5
G/1
Woodside Square
416-396-8979
Woodside Square Mall
1571 Sandhurst Circle M1V 1V2
B/1
Woodview Park
416-395-5960
16 Bradstock Rd.
M9M 1M8
Tues, Wed & Fri 10-6; Thur 12:30-8:30; Sat 9-5
D/3
Wychwood
416-393-7683
1431 Bathurst St.
M5R 3J2
C/1
York Woods
416-395-5980
1785 Finch Ave. W.
M3N 1M6
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5
D/3
Yorkville
416-393-7660
22 Yorkville Ave.
M4W 1L4
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TTY 416-393-7100
Access
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BOOKMOBILE SCHEDULE
APRIL–JUNE 2015
Stop
Map
Bookmobile Stop Locations
Address
Stop Times
Bookmobile No.
1
D/4
Ward's Island
102 Lakeshore Ave.
Saturdays, weekly 10:30 am-12:15 pm
1
2
B/4
Swansea Plaza
Swansea Plaza (north side of Ormskirk Ave., east of the
South Kingsway)
Saturdays, weekly 2:30-4 pm
1
3
A/3
Mabelle
49 Mabelle Ave. (Dundas & Islington Aves.)
Fridays, weekly 3-4:30 pm
1
4
A/2
Willowridge
44 Willowridge Rd. (Eglinton Ave. W. & Highway 27)
Fridays, weekly, 11:30 am-1:30 pm
1
5
A/2
Martinway Plaza
415 The Westway (at Martingrove Rd.)
Tuesdays, weekly, 6-7:30 pm
1
6
B/1
Braeburn
75 Tandridge Cres. (Albion Rd. & Islington Ave.)
Tuesdays, weekly, 3:30-4:30 pm
1
7
A/1
North Kipling
2 Rowntree Rd. (North Kipling Community Centre parking
lot, Kipling Ave. & Albion Rd.)
Tuesdays, weekly, 1:30-2:30 pm
1
8
B/1
Driftwood Community Centre
4401 Jane St. (at Driftwood Ave.)
Wednesdays, weekly, 2:30-4:30 pm
1
9
B/1
Firgrove
1 Dune Grassway (Jane St. & Sheppard Ave.)
Wednesdays, weekly, 5:30-7 pm
1
10
D/1
Wycliffe
6255 Bathurst St. (at Greenwin Village Rd., northeast
corner)
Tuesdays, weekly, 6:30-8 pm
2
11
D/1
Yonge Village
20 Tangreen Crt. (at Steeles Ave.W.)
Saturdays, weekly, 2-4 pm
2
12
D/1
Bayview Cummer Plaza
3292 Bayview Ave. (at Cummer Ave., northeast corner)
Fridays, weekly, 10:30-12 noon
2
13
E/1
Brahms
Brahms Ave. (at Finch Ave., northeast corner)
Fridays, weekly, 3-4 pm
2
14
E/1
Nymark Plaza
4857 Leslie St. (at Nymark Ave., northeast corner)
Wednesday, weekly, 6-7:30 pm
2
15
F/2
Glamorgan
120 Dundalk Dr. (at Antrim Cres.)
Thursdays, weekly, 3-4:30 pm
2
16
G/2
Scarborough Town Centre
300 Borough Dr. (Ellesmere & McCowan Aves. northeast
corner)
Thursdays, bi-weekly, 6-7:30 pm
2
17
H/1
Panda Square
South side of Panda Square, Trumpeter St. (northwest of
Sheppard & Meadowvale Aves.)
Mondays, weekly, 3:30-4:30 pm
1
18
F/3
Oakridge Community Centre
63 Pharmacy Ave. (north of Danforth Ave.)
Thursdays, bi-weekly, 6-7:30 pm
2
19
D/2
St. Andrews
53 The Links Rd. (at Lord Seaton Rd.)
Tuesdays, 11 am - 12:30 pm
2
20
C/1
Sheppard Plaza
630 Sheppard Ave. W. (plaza parking lot, Sheppard Ave.
W. & Bathurst St.)
Wednesdays, weekly, 10:30 am-12:30 pm
1
21
C/1
Bathurst Manor Plaza
221 Wilmington Ave (at Overbrook Pl northeast corner)
Mondays, weekly, 6-7:30 pm
2
22
C/2
Lawrence Heights Community
Centre
5 Replin Rd. (Allen Expressway & Lawrence Ave. W.)
Wednesdays, weekly, 3-4:30 pm
2
23
C/2
Caledon Village
100 Lotherton Pathway (at Caledonia Rd.)
Tuesdays, weekly, 3-4:30 pm
2
24
B/2
Chetta Place
Near Kingsview Village School, Kipling Ave. & Dixon Dr.
Thursdays, weekly, 3-4:30 pm
1
15 Martha Eaton Way (Trethewey Dr. & Black Creek Rd.)
Saturdays, weekly, 10 am-12 noon
2
25
C/2
Martha Eaton Way
26
G/3
Scarborough Village
27
F/3
Midland Danforth
28
A/3
West Mall
Mondays, weekly 6-7 pm
1
Markington Square Shopping Centre (Eglinton Ave. E. &
Markham Rd. southeast corner)
Mondays, weekly, 1:30-2:30 pm
1
Greystone Plaza parking lot (Danforth Rd. & Greystone
Walk)
Mondays, weekly 3-4:30 pm
2
See a map of locations on pages 58-59.
63
ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES
Accessibility Services
at Toronto Public Library
We strive to provide all Torontonians with free and equitable
access to our collections, services, programs and branches —
regardless of age, illness or physical disability.
A BRANCH NEAR YOU
With branches all across Toronto, we are always close by.
Order materials online and send them to your nearest
branch for you or a family member to pick up. Most
branches are wheelchair accessible, some have assistive
listening devices and all provide reading aids such as hand
magnifiers and computer screen magnification software.
To find out which branch has what, go to
torontopubliclibrary.ca/accessibility/branchequipment.
To request Sign Language interpretation at
library programs, ask at your local branch or
call TTY 416-393-7100 to book. A minimum of
two weeks notice is required.
CAN’T COME TO US? We’ll come to you
With our Bookmobile and Home Library Service. The
Bookmobile is our library branch on-the-go, equipped with
a wheelchair lift.
For stops, see page 63 or call 416-395-5560.
If you are unable to come to the library for more than
three months due to age, illness or disability, Home Library
Service can select items and deliver them to your door, for
free.
Home Library Service
GET BOOKS, MUSIC AND VIDEOS
in regular and alternative formats
Our books, music and movies are also available in special
formats such as:
• Large print
• DAISY talking books
• Book kits for all ages
(books with CDs or
cassettes)
• Ebooks, e-audiobooks,
audiobooks
• Closed Caption &
descriptive DVDs
• Digitized collections
• Text-to-voice databases
• Online articles and research
databases
Check them all out at torontopubliclibrary.ca.
TALK TO US, we’re here to help
We can assist you with placing holds on items, finding
information, paying fines and registering for programs.
If you use a TTY telephone, register your TTY number
at your local branch and we will contact you about your
Holds and Overdues. You can also pay your fines online at
torontopubliclibrary.ca/youraccount.
416-395-5557
Watch a program from home
Many of our library events are now taped and posted
online on YouTube. If your child can’t make it into a library
for storytime programs, listen to Dial-A-Story or Hear-AStory at any time.
Dial-A-Story
416-395-5400
Hear-A-Story
torontopubliclibrary.ca/stories
64
CONTACT US
torontopubliclibrary.ca/accessibility
416-393-7131 or 416-393-7030 TTY
This and other library publications can be provided in
alternative formats upon request.
Scarborough Civic Centre Branch. The library’s
100th location, opening spring 2015.

June 2015 - Toronto Public Library

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