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PROGRAMS AND EVENTS AT YOUR LIBRARY
July — August 2013

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Burning Sand
Corban Addison
Dreams and
Shadows
C. Robert Cargill
Let the Dead Sleep
Heather Graham
Say It Again in a Nice
Voice: A Memoir of an
Imperfect Motherhood
Meg Mason
Angel’s Gate:
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Novel
P.G. Sturges
Janie Face to Face
Caroline B. Cooney
Escape Theory
Margaux Froley
Crap Kingdom
D.C. Pierson
Harry Flammable
Frank O’Keeffe
Boonie
Richard Masson
Force Out
Tim Green
Katie and the Puppy
Next Door
John Himmelman
Nancy Drew
Diaries: Curse of
the Arctic Star
Carolyn Keene
Captain Awesome
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Stan Kirby
Where Do You Look?
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HOLIDAY CLOSURES
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2 About our Programs and Toronto Public Library
3 TD Summer Reading Club
6 Book Clubs & Writers Groups
9 Business, Legal & Finance
10 Career & Job Search Help
11 Computer & Library Training
13 Culture, Arts & Entertainment
20 ESL & Newcomers
24 Health & Wellness
26 Hobbies, Crafts & Games
29 Reading Programs & Storytimes
31 Science & Technology for Kids
34 Branch Map
36 Branch Hours, Locations & Contact Information
39 Bookmobile Schedule
40 Accessibility Services
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kids SUMMER
READING fun
Featured Programs
Join the TD Summer Reading Club
Make the library a destination this summer. The Club
helps keep kids reading all summer long with hundreds of
programs and activities.
This year’s theme is Go! and kids are encouraged to
explore their neighbourhoods and the world afar with our
line-up of fun storytimes, crafts, special guests, online
jokes, games and much more. Also, members get a Club
passport, an activity booklet (for kids from birth-5) or
the new Club magazine (for ages 6-12), and stickers to
keep track of their reading progress – all free at branches
throughout the city.
Visit your local library to find out all that we offer and to
sign up. Remember to visit tdsummerreadingclub.ca for
fun online too!
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…at your local library
Walk, wheel, skate or pedal your way to your
local branch. It’s the place to go this summer.
Sign up to get your free Club passport and
activity booklet, or new Club magazine.
Come back for games and activities and
collect passport stickers.
And don’t forget about the books!
Ask a librarian for what
to read next, or to talk
about what you’ve just
read.
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You’ll find awesome adventures, games, jokes,
e-books and other cool stuff to do with members
from across the country. Enter the codes from
the passport stickers you collect to unlock secret
bonus content.
…from home or on the road
Whether you’re heading off to camp, the cottage
or just hanging out in the neighbourhood this
summer, take the TD Summer Reading Club with
you. Pack your Club magazine and passport
and make sure to have your reading
list. Bring an audiobook for the car
or download some e-books to your
e-reader – all available at your local
library.
Here are just a few of the
TD Summer Reading Club programs
you can enjoy this summer.
Travelers Club
New and different adventures await each week (for age 5 and
up).
Lillian H. Smith* Tuesdays, July 9-August 13 1:30 pm
World Ceramics
Explore cultures of the world through the ceramic objects they
create. We will have artifacts from the Royal Ontario Museum
to lead us on our adventure (for age 5-12).
Jane/Dundas July 11 2 pm
Mount Dennis July 16 2 pm
Explore Continents
Learn about new continents this summer (for ages 7-12).
Albion Mondays, July 15-August 5 2 pm
Globetrotting with Stories and a Craft
Listen to travel stories and enjoy making a multicultural craft
(for age 5 and up).
Taylor Memorial July 17 1 pm
College/Shaw August 6 2 pm
Oceans Alive!
Loretta Penny from Down To Earth Conservation
Education explores vast underwater worlds
(for age 5 and up). Free tickets required for
admission.
Don Mills August 13 2 pm
*Call or visit the branch to register. For French programs, see
page 15.
Meet artist Matt James
Meet the artist of this year’s Club
artwork, as he shows you how to
draw.
Visit tdsummerreadingclub.ca for
more information.
For a complete listing of
all Club programs, go to
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BOOK CLUBS & WRITERS GROUPS TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY
ADULTS
Feminist Book Discussion Group
The Older Women’s Network invites women, midlife and
older, to share views and ideas about selected books. The
focus is on feminist issues. Takes place in Room 2/3 (at
North York Central) and Room 224 (at Northern District).
Call or visit the branch for their list of books selected.
North York Central July 3, August 7 1:30 pm
Northern District July 17, August 21 2 pm
Summer Book Clubs
Call or visit the branch for their list of selected books.
Jane/Dundas July 10, August 14 7 pm
Northern District July 10, August 14 7 pm
Kennedy/Eglinton July 25, August 29 6:30 pm
Elmbrook July 25, August 29 7 pm
Locke July 30, August 27 7 pm
Long Branch July 30 7 pm
Ladies First Book Club
Members discuss a book read by the group.
Eglinton Square* July 8, August 12 7 pm
Non-Fiction Book Club
A book club for people looking to read thought-provoking
books. If you like to read non-fiction this is the place. Takes
place in Elizabeth Beeton Auditorium.
Toronto Reference July 31 6:30 pm
Tea and Books
Discuss new and old favourites with library staff. Light
refreshments provided.
Malvern* August 10 2 pm
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 bookclubs 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 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
* Call or visit the branch to register.

BOOK CLUBS & WRITERS GROUPSJuly - August 2013
Summer Reading with
Evergreen Authors
Ontario Library Association invites you to read
Evergreen Award-nominated books and help choose
a winner.
Read the books and in the fall, meet the authors, take
part in discussions and vote for your favourite. Author
readings and voting dates to be announced in our fall
issue.
Sign up at these participating branches in late June:
Annette Street Mimico Centennial Runnymede
Writers Groups
Toronto Writers Co-operative
Workshops, guest authors, readings and open mic – your
opportunity to polish, publish and perform your work.
Program takes place in the Elizabeth Beeton Auditorium.
Toronto Reference July 4, 18; August 1, 15, 29 6:30 pm
Writers Group
Creative writers can meet others who love to write and
share their work. New writers are always welcome.
Parliament Street Mondays, July 1-August 26 6:30 pm
North York Central Thursdays, July 4, 18; August 1, 15, 29 4:30 pm
Memoir Writing Group
Practise writing vignettes from your life and share your
stories with the group.
Lillian H. Smith Mondays, July 8-August 26 2 pm
Memoir Writing for Seniors
Join a group of seniors to share, discuss and write.
Cliffcrest July 9, 23; August 6, 20 1 pm
Authors of Soul
Poets and writers unite to share their artistic energy.
Eglinton Square* July 15, August 19 7 pm
Six Senses Workshop
Canadian Authors Association Toronto branch Writer-in-
Residence Sharon A. Crawford helps you kickstart your
memoirs by using your senses to draw out emotion and
memory.
Agincourt* July 16 6:30 pm
TEENS
Use Your Words: Summer Workshops for Emerging
Writers
Find inspiration and hone your craft with some of the
hottest writers in Toronto: Dalton Higgins (July 13), Emily
Pohl-Weary (July 20) and Sheila Heti (July 27). For ages 16-30.
Toronto Reference July 13, 20, 27 2 pm
Teen Reads
A summer book club just for teens. Get together to discuss
some of the hottest books out there, as well as some of
your personal favourites. For ages 12-18.
Gerrard/Ashdale July 26, August 23 4 pm
KIDS & FAMILIES
Take Flight: Kids Write
Catch those imaginative ideas before they get away!
Lillian H. Smith Fridays, July 12-August 2 2 pm
Book Clubs in Other
Languages
Cantonese Book Clubs
Discuss great Chinese literature in a relaxing manner.
Agincourt July 4, August 1 1:30 pm
Goldhawk Park August 9 1 pm
TO great resources for your book club:
• Book Club To Go: Borrow multiple copies of a
book for your book club.
• Ideas for Book Clubs: Suggestions for book club
activities and ideas.
• Award Winners, Best Sellers, New Titles:
Find your group’s next great read.
• Book Buzz: Your online book club. Read this
month’s pick and join the discussion.
torontopubliclibrary.ca/bookclubs
The Evergreen Award is part of the
Ontario Library Association’s popular
Forest of Reading™ award program.
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* Call or visit the branch to register. For branch hours and locations, see pages 36-38.

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ADULTS
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/business
and click on Business Databases.
business research
tools
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.
Get professional advice
and resources at our free
seminars, workshops and
one-on-one sessions.
Business resources and specialized staff are available at both
Toronto Reference Library and North York Central Library
BUSINESS,
LEGAL & FINANCE
It’s All About Balance: Retirement Planning
This session covers how to plan for retirement, what
factors need to be taken into consideration; trusts for
dependents; leaving a legacy to those you love and value;
tax and other benefits. To register, call 416-393-5924.
Program takes place in the Elizabeth Beeton Auditorium.
Toronto Reference* July 10 1 pm
Wills Under the Magnifying Glass: Case Studies
A program on the importance of a properly drawn will
through case studies. Issues discussed include: no will/will
kits; family contesting; executor predeceases; incapacity;
importance of sharing your plan; multiple Wills; and
letting a charity know of your intentions. To register, call
416-393-5924. Program takes place in the Elizabeth Beeton
Auditorium.
Toronto Reference* August 14 1 pm
Small Business Success: Doing Market Research
Online
Learn how to use Scott’s Business Directories Online, article
databases and other online sources to do market research
for your small business. Call 416-393-7209 to register. Takes
place in the Learning Centre.
Toronto Reference August 20 2 pm
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CAREER & JOB SEARCH HELP TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY
ADULTS
Employment Café
Community agencies provide information on job search
support, job postings and community information.
Centennial Tuesdays, July 2-August 27 1 pm
Social Media and Career Searching
A facilitator from Goodwill Employment Services discusses
how social media offers various online technology tools
that enable job seekers to communicate through the
Internet to share career-related information.
Albert Campbell July 3 2 pm
Discover the Right Career
Explore your career options and discover careers that
match your interests and personality traits. Participants
have the opportunity to research one or more identified
careers, as well as learn important information about job
duties, salaries and career paths.
Albert Campbell* July 17 2 pm
Job Search at Your Fingertips
Find out about the resources we have to help you with
your job search. Space is limited. Call 416-395-5613 to
reserve your spot. Takes place in the Learning Centre.
North York Central July 18, August 15 2 pm
Looking for a Job
Discover the job hunting resources available at the library,
including company and industry information and interview
materials. Tours begin at the Business, Science and
Technology Desk, 3rd floor.
Toronto Reference July 22 6 pm
A variety of career and job search books and other
tools are available at branches throughout the city
CAREER & JOB
SEARCH HELP
Labour Market Information
Look for facts and figures on the labour market, and trends
that could affect your occupation. This workshop provides
you with current labour market information and resources
for various careers.
Albert Campbell August 14 2 pm
Access Hidden Jobs
A facilitator from Centennial College Job Connect shows
participants how to access jobs that are never advertised.
Albert Campbell* August 21 2 pm
TEENS
Youth Employment Workshops
A representative from YES (Youth Employment Services)
helps you with resumé writing, job searching and interview
tips.
Malvern* July 8-10 1 pm
Career & Job Search
Help in French
Les Stratégies de Recherche d’emploi et la Carte
d’Affaires
Optimisez vos chances de trouver un emploi. Explorez les
différentes stratégies de recherche est une étape à ne pas
négliger! Apprenez comment utiliser la carte d’affaire
comme moyen de vous démarquer professionnellement
sur le marché de l’emploi. Pour vous s’inscrire contactez
Jean-Marie au 416-203-1220 #242. Cet atelier est offert en
partenariat avec Le Centre Francophone de Toronto.
Toronto Reference 9 juillet 6:30 h
Connect with job
counsellors, employment
agencies and a wealth of
career-related resources.

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 &
LIBRARY TRAINING
Computer basics at your library
BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS
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.
Move That Mouse
Web Basics I
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:
Web Basics II: Search engines
Web Basics III: Mastering search engine features
Research Skills
Researching Magazines and Journals Online
Your City of Toronto on the Web
EMAIL AND SOCIAL NETWORKING
Find out how to connect online with your first email
account or through social networking websites.
Email Made Easy
Social Networking: Facebook, Twitter, Wikis and Blogs
INTRODUCTION TO E-BOOKS
Discover how to access Toronto Public Library’s e-book
collections. Download e-books to e-readers and mobile
devices, or stream them to a computer.
E-Book Basics
WORD, EXCEL AND POWERPOINT
Learn the basics of how to edit and format, create tables
and presentations using Microsoft Office 2010.
Word Basics Part I: Create and Edit a File
Word Basics Part II: Formatting
Excel Basics
PowerPoint Basics
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 36-38.

COMPUTER & LIBRARY TRAINING TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY
At our research &
Reference Libraries
The following programs take place in the Learning Centres of Toronto Reference Library and North
York Central Library. Basic keyboarding and mouse skills are required. To register, call 416-395-5674
to register (for North York Central) and 416-393-7209 (for Toronto Reference).
Word Basics Part I: Create and Edit a File
Learn to open Word, create a document, and save a file.
An introduction to Microsoft Word 2010 in two sessions.
North York Central July 9, August 3 10 am
Toronto Reference July 16, August 7 10 am
Word Basics Part II: Formatting
Learn to edit and format text, use bullets and more. An
introduction to Microsoft Word 2010 in two sessions.
North York Central July 27 10 am
August 20 1:45 pm
PowerPoint Basics
Learn to open, create and edit presentations using
Microsoft PowerPoint 2010.
Toronto Reference July 9, August 6 2 pm
North York Central July 13, August 17 10 am
July 30, August 26 1:45 pm
Excel Basics
Learn to open, create and edit a simple table using
Microsoft Excel 2010.
North York Central July 4 1:45 pm
August 10 10 am
Research Skills
Research strategies, including the library catalog and
online journal and magazine articles. Bring your library
card.
Toronto Reference July 17 10 am
E-Book Basics
Discover how to access Toronto Public Library’s e-book
collections. Download e-books to e-readers and mobile
devices, or stream them to a computer.
Toronto Reference July 25 2 pm
book a librarian
Doing research?
Need to find library information
or help with e-books?
Book a free 30 to 60 minute
appointment with our staff.
Ask our staff or visit
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ADULTS
LGBTQ Literary Speed Dating
Back by popular demand. Bring your favourite book, CD or
DVD to discuss with other like-minded singles. Participants
are encouraged to arrive by 6 pm to complete the
registration process. For ages 19-35.
Bloor/Gladstone* July 3, 10 6 pm
Movies at the Library
Join us for films, new and old. Don’t forget to bring a
snack. Call the branch to find out what’s playing.
North York Central Fridays, July 5-August 16 2 pm
Toronto Reference Tuesdays, July 9-August 27 2 pm
Sanderson July 10, August 14 5 pm
Cedarbrae July 12 5 pm
August 9 5:30 pm
Palmerston July 18, August 15 6 pm
S. Walter Stewart July 31, August 28 2 pm
History of Carnival
A carnival researcher shows how the Caribbean Carnival
has connections with European and African roots and some
Asian (Indian) influence.
York Woods* July 6 1:30 pm
Monday Docs
Enjoy a variety of documentaries on interesting and current
topics. Call the branch for film titles
Malvern July 8, 22; August 12, 26 1 pm
Just Classics
Be entertained by unforgettable films from the past.
Port Union Mondays, July 8-August 19 6 pm
Don Mills July 12, August 9 2 pm
East End Storytellers Group
Share your love of stories and storytelling with others in a
supportive environment. Open to storytellers of all levels
including those just learning to share and tell stories. Story
listeners are also welcome.
Morningside July 17 6 pm
Movie Night with Risa Shuman
Films introduced by Risa Shuman, CBC Sunday Edition film
commentator and former TVOntario Saturday Night at the
Movies senior producer. Call the branch for titles.
Runnymede July 17, August 21 6 pm
Summer Storytelling Evening
Join us for the 8th annual Summer Storytelling Evening.
Enjoy a magical evening of stories on the patio in the heart
of the Gerrard India Bazaar. All ages are welcome.
Gerrard/Ashdale July 18 7 pm
Blues Concert
Don’t miss the award-winning Blues duo Diana Braithwaite
and Chris Whiteley. Program takes place in the auditorium.
To register, call 416-395-5639.
North York Central July 24 12 pm
Old Time Ways Concert
Watch Sheesham and Lotus, historians of old time
Appalachian Mountain music, play on the fiddle, banjo
and all sorts of found objects. Program takes place in the
auditorium. To register, call 416-395-5639.
North York Central July 31 12 pm
culture, arts &
entertainment
Expand your horizons
with concerts, exhibits,
discussions and more.
A dance and drumming
performance at the library
in celebration of Aboriginal
Week
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CULTURE, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY
TEENS
Teen Flicks
Enjoy a free movie at the library.
Steeles July 5, August 2 4:30 pm
Brentwood July 18, August 15 6 pm
Talent Show
Do you love to sing, dance, do stand-up comedy, recite
poetry or play an instrument? Come and showcase it at
our Teen Talent Show. If you are between the ages of
12 and 19 and would like to perform, just email asealy@
torontopubliclibrary.ca by July 6. Or, just come and watch
the show. Program takes place in the auditorium.
Don Mills July 13 2 pm
Ramadan: How to Make Fast Food Fast
Learn how to prepare some tasty fast-breaking foods for
Ramadan. Share your recipes with other teens.
York Woods* August 9 2 pm
Rastafari Arts and Kulcha Festival
Enjoy music, dance and theatre performances by tweens
and teens ages 8-14.
York Woods August 15 6 pm
KIDS & FAMILIES
Kids Concerts, Musicals and Sing-alongs
Dance, clap and sing to a variety of songs performed by
special guests.
Albion July 2 2 pm
Humberwood July 3 2 pm
Richview July 9 2 pm
Pleasant View July 9, 16 11 am
July 10 1 pm
Bendale July 11 2 pm
Goldhawk Park July 17 2 pm
Taylor Memorial July 24 10:30 am
College/Shaw July 30 2 pm
Runnymede July 31 2 pm
Eatonville August 13 2:15 pm
Family Movies
These are just a sample of the branches hosting new,
popular and recently release movies this summer. Suitable
for the whole family. Rated G. Space is limited. Check with
your branch to see if tickets are required for admission.
Free tickets can be picked up 30 minutes before the show.
Call or visit to find out what’s playing.
Barbara Frum Wednesdays, July 3-August 28 2 pm
Evelyn Gregory Fridays, July 5-August 9 2 pm
Sanderson Fridays, July 5-August 16 2 pm
Albion July 6; August 3, 6 2 pm
Highland Creek Saturdays, July 6-August 3 2 pm
Port Union Mondays, July 8-29, August 19 2 pm
Leaside Thursdays, July 11-August 29 2 pm
Malvern July 12 6 pm
Albion Tuesdays, July 16-23 2 pm
Saturday, July 27 2 pm
Humber Summit July 19, August 23 2 pm
Steeles July 20, August 17 11 am
Flemingdon Park July 26 2 pm
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CULTURE, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENTJuly - August 2013
Magic Shows
Fast-paced, hilarious magic shows for age 3 and up. Tickets
may be required for admission. Check with your branch.
Free tickets are available a half hour before the show.
Wychwood July 4 10:30 am
Don Mills July 9, August 6 2 pm
Taylor Memorial July 10 1 pm
Gerrard/Ashdale July 17 2 pm
Evelyn Gregory July 24 11 am
York Woods July 24 2 pm
S. Walter Stewart July 25 2 pm
Dawes Road July 26 2 pm
Pleasant View July 27 2 pm
Albion August 13 2 pm
Victoria Village August 23 2 pm
Puppet Shows
Free tickets for admission may be required. Call or visit the
branch for more information.
Oakwood Village July 3 2 pm
Perth/Dupont July 4 2 pm
Pape/Danforth July 10, August 7 10:30 am, 2 pm
S. Walter Stewart July 11 2 pm
Parliament Street July 15 10:30 am, 2 pm
Riverdale July 15 2 pm
Sanderson July 16 2 pm
College/Shaw July 23 2 pm
Danforth/Coxwell July 30 2 pm
Mount Dennis August 6 2 pm
Evelyn Gregory August 7 2 pm
Spadina Road August 7 2 pm
Malvern August 14 2 pm
Locke August 21 2 pm
Wychwood August 29 10:30 am
Culture, Arts &
Entertainment in French
Ces programmes sont pour les enfants d’âge
scolaire. Pour vous inscrire ou pour plus
d’information appelez ou visitez la succursale
directement. These programs are for school-age
children. To register, call or visit the branch.
Mireille Messier
Lorsque Charlotte découvre qu’elle porte le même prénom
que plusieurs villes du monde elle tente de trouver un
nouvel endroit à nommer en son honneur. Venez faire
le tour du monde avec Mireille Messier, auteur et sa
marionnette. Author Mireille Messier and her puppet from
her new book take you around the world.
North York Central 4 juillet 2 h
Runnymede 10 juillet 2 h
Agincourt 12 juillet 2 h
Le Masque est le Message
Venez découvrir le langage des masques qui s’animent
d’une manière surprenante. Discover the language of
masks in a very surprising way.
Brentwood 5 juillet 2 h
Brookbanks 11 juillet 2 h
Parkdale 24 juillet 2 h
Malvern 1 août 2 h
Njacko Backo
Musique et contes d’Afrique. Music and stories in French
from Africa (for all ages).
Woodside Square* 9 juillet 2 h
Parliament Street* 16 juillet 2 h
Albert Campbell* 17 juillet 2 h
S. Walter Stewart* 18 juillet 2 h
Audiobooks
A great way to enjoy
family road trips
together
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CULTURE, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY
Follow Toronto
Public Library on
Explore our city and
nation’s past with unique
and rare images from
our Special Collections.
Browse staff-picked
booklists and borrow
items to inspire you at
home and in life.
pinterest.com/torontolibrary
Théâtre Musical Interactif avec Grace
L’histoire du Canada n’a jamais été aussi amusante! The
history of Canada has never been so much fun!
Albion 12 juillet 2 h
Downsview 19 juillet 2 h
Sanderson 30 juillet 2 h
Philippe Flahaut
Chansons traditionnelles de la France et du Québec.
Traditional French songs from Quebec and France.
Annette Street 16 juillet 2 h
Jane/Dundas 18 juillet 10:30 h
Maria A. Shchuka 22 juillet 2 h
Musique et Légendes d’Afrique de l’Ouest
Venez découvrir la musique, les tambours et les danses
traditionnelles d’Afrique de l’Ouest avec Tamsir dans ce
programme interactif. Discover music, drums, dances and
legends from West Africa during this interactive program.
Main Street 16 juillet 2 h
High Park 17 juillet 2 h
Tante Caroline
Suivez la conteuse Tante Caroline et Noisette son écureuil
pour une arrivée à destination de l’imagination. Follow
Tante Caroline and Noisette, her squirrel, for a fun and
exciting imaginary trip.
Danforth/Coxwell 23 juillet 2 h
Cedarbrae 24 juillet 2 h
Brentwood 25 juillet 10 h
Don Mills 25 juillet 2 h
Rigodon...Chantons avec Andrea!
Dans ce programme interactif vous apprendrez des
chansons des voyageurs et des habitants canadiens-français
et vous aurez la chance d’entendre plusieurs instruments
musicaux comme l’épinette des Vosges. Learn songs as well
as be introduced to several French musical instruments like
the épinette des Vosges.
Richview 30 juillet 2 h
Bloor/Gladstone 31 juillet 2 h

Everything you never expected
in a library card
Think the library is only about books? In fact,
your library card also gives you free access to
e-books, online research tools, programs,
career resources, special collections and more.
For all that you need and more, visit any branch
and get your free card today.
torontopubliclibrary.ca

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.
community art
Mondo Somnium
by James Mason
Northern District
Wall Art – Toronto
Graffiti
by Alan Buist
Oakwood Village
El Silencio de
los Libros – The
Silence of the
Books
by Alvaro
Alejandro
Richview
Carchitecture
by Jeff Mann
Runnymede
Flowers, Fur and
Feathers
by Judy-Ann
Cazemier
S. Walter Stewart
The Beauty of Life
by Lee Fah Chua
Woodside Square
Indefinite
Conviction
by Jamie Marie
Iamarino
Yorkville
Art of Vincent
Cruz
by Vincent Cruz
S. Walter Stewart
Sin Yi &
Students’Artwork
by Sin Yi Chow
Woodside Square
Textures
– Tapestry
Exhibition
by Juana Sleizer
Yorkville
AUGUST
Facing Blue
by Dina Belaia
Deer Park
Textasy Revisited
by Guinevere Pura
Leaside
Community
Stories
by Peter Lewicki
Mimico Centennial
Mythos of Nature
by Heather
Morton
North York Central
JULY
The City as I see It
by Neil Bass
Deer Park
The Most
Dangerous
Animal: Man
by Alexandra
Bayliss
Leaside
A Revealing
Beauty
by Mirna Chacin
Mimico Centennial
Galut /Crown
Series
by Sandra Haar
North York Central
Words, Water,
Light
by Marvyne Jenoff
Northern District
Missing
by Ilene Sova
Oakwood Village
Expressions: A
Brush with Colour
by Gil Caldwell
Richview
Mosaic Dream
Waves
by Catherine Raine
Runnymede

INCREDIBLE JOURNEYS
View the Osborne Collection’s exhibit of children’s books and art
celebrating travel. Explore amazing destinations and modes of
transport, from Gulliver’s Travels and Around the World in Eighty
Days to Chitty-Chitty-Bang-Bang and The Jolly Jump-Ups Journey
Through Space. Whether it’s a walk around the block, or a trip to
the moon, children’s book characters are on the move.
June 22–September 7
Illustration: Cover design from The Dreamland Express. Written and illustrated by H.R.
Millar. London: Oxford University Press, 1927
OSBORNE COLLECTION OF
EARLY ChILDREN’S BOOkS
at Lillian h. Smith Branch
TD GALLERY
at Toronto Reference Library
Featuring rare and unique items from the
library’s Special Collections, Flight explores
both the real and fantastical, the possible and
impossible. With a special showing of select
prints from one of only five known Audubon
Birds of America folios in Canada.
July 13–September 22
CURatOR tOURS:
July 30; August 16; September 13, 2 pm
GaLLERY PROGRam
Bird Watching with John Carley and Mark Peck.
July 24, 6:30 pm
Toronto Reference Library,
Elizabeth Beeton Auditorium
Illustration: Leo and Diane Dillon, Worldly Wisdom, Watercolour and pastel on paper, 1980.
Flight
A Thrilling History of an Idea

ESL & NEWCOMERS TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY
ADULTS
English Language
Learning
Canada My New Home: Steps to English Fluency
YMCA Newcomer Information Center invites newcomers to
share in talks about Canadian life, culture and traditions.
Centennial Tuesdays, Thursdays, July 2-August 29 4 pm
English as a Second Language Classes
Various classes are offered from 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. Call the branch to find out what class levels
are offered. There is no day care offered.
North York Central* Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, July 2-26 9 am
Dawes Road* Tuesday-Thursday, July 2-18 9:30 am
Malvern* Tuesdays-Thursdays, July 2-25 9:30 am
English Conversation Circle
Practise your skills, make new friends and learn about
the library. You must be at least 18 years of age and have
landed immigrant or refugee status to participate.
Co-sponsored with community agencies and/or Citizenship
& Immigration Canada.
North York Central Wednesday, July 3-August 28 6 pm
Flemingdon Park* Thursday, July 4-August 29 6:30 pm
Malvern Thursdays, July 4-August 29 2 pm
Let’s Talk: A Meet and Speak
Improve your English skills while talking about new and
interesting topics.
Mimico Centennial* Fridays, July 5-26 3:30 pm
Centennial Mondays, July 8-August 26 10 am
ESL Reading and Conversation Circle
Join us for some conversation and light reading.
Albion Mondays, July 8-August 19 4:30 pm
ESL for Seniors
A drop-in program teaching basic English. Co-sponsored
with Catholic-Cross Cultural Services.
Woodside Square Mondays, July 8-29 2 pm
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
ESL &
NEWCOMERS

ESL & NEWCOMERSJuly - August 2013
TO getting settled:
• English Classes: Language classes and
conversation circles for any age, not just for
students.
• ESL & Fun Programs for Kids: Reading programs
and storytimes in English and other languages.
• Citizenship Practice Tests: To help you prepare
for your Citizenship Test.
• Job Training & Certification: Programs, resources
and free computers to get online and use
Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Living in Toronto: Our library settlement workers
can help you get started in Toronto and Canada.
torontopubliclibrary.ca/newtocanada
Settlement Programs
Knitters’ Drop-in
A great place to share your interest in knitting and crochet.
Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, drop in and spend
some time with fellow crafters. It’s also a great way to
practise your English conversation skills. Please bring your
own yarn and needles.
Cedarbrae July 2, August 6 5 pm
Mondays, July 8-29; August 12-26 5 pm
Business Communication Circle
Improve your business communication skills and
knowledge of the Canadian workplace culture.
Co-sponsored with MicroSkills.
Bridlewood Wednesdays, July 3-17; August 7-28 3 pm
Craft Connections
Meet a group of crafters who teach and learn from each
other. Bring a project that you are working on or pick up a
new craft to start on.
Gerrard/Ashdale Wednesdays, July 3-August 28 2 pm
Citizenship Education Mentoring Circle
A ten-week program to improve your spoken English, in
our small group setting with trained mentors. Talk about
topics from the Discover Canada booklet. Program is for
landed immigrants and convention refugees age 19 and up
with LINC level 4 and up. Sponsored by CultureLink.
Burrows Hall* Thursdays, July 4-August 29 6 pm
North York Central* Mondays, July 8-22 6 pm
Toronto Reference Tuesdays, July 9-August 27 6 pm
Welcome to Canada
Join us for information sessions on discovering Canada,
studying in Canada, and working in Canada.
Centennial July 25, August 29 6 pm
Information for Newcomers
A COSTI representative helps you get information you
need on employment, health, education, housing and
settling into your community.
North York Central July 26, August 30 2 pm
ESL Programs &
Newcomers in Other
Languages
Newcomer Programs (in Chinese)
An information program with the Cross-Cultural
Community Services Association.
Steeles July 24, August 28 1:30 pm
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librarysettlement
services
One-on-one help for newcomers with
settlement needs, offered in many languages.
To find out if your local library offers
settlement services, call Answerline 416-393-7131
or visit torontopubliclibrary.ca/newtocanada
and click on Living in Toronto.
Funded by
material in your
own language
Explore more than 60
languages available in our
collections.
torontopubliclibrary.ca/yourlanguage

the bridge to
employment
in Canada
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HEALTH & WELLNESS TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY
ADULTS
Prevention with Nutrition
Learn the facts about our bodies and how the foods we
eat (and don’t eat) can affect our health. Find out how
to apply that knowledge in everyday health choices for
ourselves and our loved ones.
Cedarbrae July 6, August 3 3 pm
Nifty Frum Friends
Join our informal group of retirees to exchange news and
views on a variety of topics. Takes place in Room A, 3rd floor.
Barbara Frum* July 9, August 6 2 pm
Summer Stress and Sleep
Get a handle on stress and learn some simple and effective
techniques to improve sleep. Co-sponsored program with
Wavelength Wellness.
Main Street* July 17 7 pm
Street Smarts: Safe Cycling Workshop
Cycle Toronto’s interactive Street Smarts workshops cover
the benefits of commuting by bicycle, laws that govern
cyclists and motorists, techniques for safe street riding,
basic bike maintenance, route selection and how to fix
a flat tire. Everyone receives a copy of Toronto Cyclists
Handbook and a Toronto bike map.
Brentwood* July 20 2 pm
Beaches* August 17 2 pm
Personal Safety and Home Security Workshop
This workshop focuses on important safety topics including
how to prevent assault and injury, ways to reduce your risk
of becoming a victim of crime, and tips on securing your
home and property. This program is a joint effort with
Crime Prevention Association of Toronto.
Agincourt* July 23 6 pm
KIDS & FAMILIES
At Home Alone
Is your child ready to be left home alone safely? Parents
and children can find out together and prepare.
Burrows Hall* July 9 6 pm
Health & Wellness
Programs in Other
Languages
Wellness Program for Seniors (in Chinese)
Co-sponsored by St. Paul’s Community Services and Housing
for older adults and seniors.
Steeles July 4, August 1 1 pm
Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Pain
(in Cantonese)
A six-week workshop on how to better manage your
pain, your emotions and your daily activities. Receive
a copy of the book, Living a Healthy Life with Chronic
Conditions. Caregivers and adults of all ages are welcome.
Co-sponsored Ontario Central East Local Health Integration
Network.
Agincourt Mondays, July 8-August 19 9:30 am
Participate in classes,
workshops and lectures
that explore a variety of
ways to keep healthy in
mind, body and spirit.
HEALTH &
WELLNESS
Bellydancing at Woodside Square Branch
TO our health & wellness blog
torontopubliclibrary.ca/healthandwellness

For the everyday things we need — health advice, homework and
job search help, language learning, even car repairs —
your virtual library is there for you anytime, anywhere.
Access online magazines, newspapers and directories like
Consumer Reports, The Globe and Mail, Mango Language Learning,
Naxos Music, Kids InfoBits and Chilton’s Auto Repair —
all free, with your library card.
Available 24/7 at
torontopubliclibrary.ca/databases
Car problems?
The library can help

ADULTS
Knitters and Crocheters Drop-in
If you enjoy knitting and crocheting and would like the
chance to meet other crafter’s in the community, please
drop in. All you need to bring are knitting needles/crochet
hooks and your favourite yarn.
Centennial Tuesdays, July 2-August 27 6:30 pm
Kennedy/Eglinton Tuesdays, July 2-30 6 pm
Cedarbrae Mondays, July 8-29; August 12-26 5 pm
July 2, August 6 5 pm
Northern Elms Wednesdays, July 3-August 28 7 pm
Long Branch Thursdays, July 4-August 29 4:30 pm
Malvern Fridays, July 5, 19; August 2, 16, 30 6 pm
Call for Quilters
Join the Chatelaines Quilt Club and make a Victorian crazy
quilt. No experience needed. All quilts are worked on
together and donated to charitable organizations.
Jones Tuesdays, July 2-30 6:30 pm
Learn to Camp
A free interactive presentation on what camping is like in
Ontario Parks. Learn camping basics, see different types of
camping equipment and hear advice from experts. All ages
are welcome.
Malvern* July 6 2 pm
Tatting Anyone?
Tatting is the art of making lace by knotting thread. It can
be used for jewelry, decorations, edgings and so much
more.
Long Branch July 27, August 24 1 pm
TEENS
Play Oware
Play one of the oldest board games. Brush up on your skills
and challenge other teens to compete with you.
York Woods* July 3, 17, 31; August 14, 28 2 pm
Tween Thursdays
Are you between the ages of 9-16 and looking for
something fun and exciting to do this summer? Join us
and make some new friends and share some laughs while
making friendship bracelets, silk screening, shadowboxing
and more.
Barbara Frum* Thursdays, July 11-25; August 8, 22 2 pm
Chess Club
Have fun playing chess while you improve your critical
thinking skills. Open to beginners and experienced players
alike. For ages 7-18.
Barbara Frum* Fridays, July 12-August 16 2 pm
Console Gaming
School your opponents in a frenzy of awesomeness. Prove
you have the skills to challenge others using a variety of
different gaming systems.
York Woods* July 12, August 16 2 pm
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.
Goblins on Magic Bazaar, a display from one of
many kids’ programs, St. James Town Branch
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How far away does an animal
have to be before you help?TO more kids and teens programs in
What's On:
• TD Summer Reading Club, page 3
• Book clubs and writing groups, page 7
• Movies and puppet shows, page 14
• Programs in French, page 15
• Reading programs and Storytimes, page 30
• Science and technology programs, page 31
Nail Art
Found a nice nail design from one of our many books on
health and beauty? Come to the library and do up your
nails with cool designs and colours perfect for summer. For
ages 12-19.
Malvern* July 17 3:30 pm
Jewellery Making Workshop
Check out our selection of books on jewellery making and
join us for a hands-on workshop on how you can make
beautiful jewellery right at home. For ages 12-19.
Malvern* August 6 3:30 pm
KIDS & FAMILIES
Thank Goodness It’s Friday
TGIF! Enjoy a different activity each week. Bingo, crafts,
gaming and more. For ages 7-12.
Albion Fridays, July 5, 19; August 2-16 2 pm
Chess in the Library
Want to play chess with others in the community? We have
CFC and CMA rated games, casual chess, beginner lessons,
chess puzzle competitions, simultaneous exhibitions by
masters and much more. For age 10 and up.
Malvern Saturdays, July 6-August 31 10 am
Lego Club for Kids
Join our Club where you can create, build and use your
imagination.
Queen/Saulter Tuesday, July 16, August 16 4 pm
Bingo!
Join us for Bingo and you could win a prize.
Brentwood July 31 2 pm

kids & families
These programs are for children 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.
To find out more about our Ready for Reading
programs and services, visit
torontopubliclibrary.ca/readyforreading
For dates, times and locations of programs near you, go to
torontopubliclibrary.ca/programs or call your branch. Some
branches have limited space and require pre-registration.
Discover the joy of
reading in librarian-led
classes and workshops.
Storytimes
READING PROGRAMS
& STORYTIMES
Enjoying a performance at
Albert Campbell Branch
Baby Time
Bouncing and tickling rhymes, songs and stories for babies
from birth to 18 months with their parents or caregivers.
Toddler Time
Stories, songs and rhymes for children age 19 months to
3 years with their parents or caregivers.
Preschool Time
Stories, songs and rhymes for children age 3-5 years with
their parents or caregivers.
Family Time
Stories, songs, rhymes and activities for children age 5 and
under with their parents or caregivers.
Pyjama Time
Bedtime stories, songs, rhymes and activities for children
age 5 and under with their parents or caregivers.
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READING PROGRAMS & STORYTIMES TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY
torontopubliclibrary.ca/readyforreading
finger plays | songs & rhymes | booklists
stories & poems | music & videos
literacy games & activities
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.
A fun and easy guide to
help kids become readers
Browse it. Borrow it. Or buy it at any
Toronto Public Library branch. ($3)
Summer Friendship Circle
A six-week program for ages 10-12. Come and meet new
friends and have fun!
Centennial* Tuesdays, Thursdays, July 2-August 8 1 pm
Reading Partners
Read with a friend and write letters to a pen pal.
Mount Dennis Tuesdays, July 2-August 6 2 pm
Learning Through Play
Co-sponsored with Ontario Early Years. Activities include
pre-reading, arts and crafts. For ages 2-6.
Centennial Wednesdays, July 3-August 28 10 am
Albion Thursdays, July 4-August 29 4 pm
Cliffcrest Saturdays, July 6-August 17 10 am
Saturday Storytime
Songs, stories, finger plays and read a-loud books for all
ages.
Albion Saturday, July 6-August 31 11 am
Giggle and Sing with Rob Joy
A musical concert for age 5 and under with entertainer
Rob Joy from Alistair Ant Productions. Rob’s humorous
songs and stories are sure to be a hit. Registration begins
on June 10.
Pleasant View* July 16 11 am
Story and Movie
Drop in for stories and movies on hot summer days. For all
ages.
Leaside Tuesdays, July 16-August 27 2 pm
Nannies are Special
Babies, tots and nannies celebrate together with stories,
songs and rhymes.
Wychwood August 13 10:30 am

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGYJuly - August 2013
RESP GIVEAWAY
$5000 in RESPs to be won.
Visit kumoncanada.ca to enter!
Expand your mind and
learn more about the world
around you in a variety of
lectures and discussions.
SCIENCE &
TECHNOLOGY
KIDS & FAMILIES
How to Hand-raise Monarch Butterflies
A demonstration and detailed instruction on how to find,
identify and hand-raise Monarch butterflies which are
considered a species at risk. Information is provided on
butterfly gardening, particularly growing several varieties
of milkweed. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
For ages 6-12.
Danforth/Coxwell* July 9 2 pm
Bugology
Bugs Without Borders visits Riverdale Branch to introduce
you to weird and wonderful creatures. Learn about how
important insects are to us, and interact with our special
insect guests using a variety of scientific tools. For age 6
and up.
Riverdale* August 22 2 pm
Mad Science!
Science-themed shows designed to amaze and entertain
children ages 6-12.
Pleasant View July 13 2 pm
Dufferin/St. Clair July 17 2 pm
Woodview Park July 17 2 pm
Perth/Dupont July 18 2 pm
High Park July 23 2 pm
Runnymede July 24 2 pm
Palmerston July 25 2 pm
Victoria Village August 1 2 pm
Malvern August 8 2 pm
Thorncliffe August 15 2 pm
Albion August 31 2 pm
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The Toronto Public Library Foundation extends a heartfelt THANK YOU to donors who made gifts to Toronto
Public Library Foundation between January 1 and March 31, 2013, including:
CORPORATE AND FOUNDATIONS
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Barbara L. Michasiw
Heather Mummery
Andre Nowakowski &
Katherine Gurney
Lloyd Robertson
Heather Rumball
Steven Smith
Sonja Smits & Seaton
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Walter Stewart
David Strom
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Book Lover’s
Ball
Thank you to our
Book Lover’s Ball
supporters, at
this year’s Ball on
February 7th, we
raised over $530,000
for Toronto’s Library.
Sponsors:
Sun Life Financial
TD Bank Group
Whitehots Inc.
Ontario Secondary
School Teachers’
Federation
Quad/Graphics
Friesens Corporation
Harlequin
Toronto Star
City
Chatelaine
Hello! Canada
Flare
Cober Evolving
Solutions
Social Catalyst Inc.
Fairmont Royal York
Tables
Barrick Gold
Corporation
Bell
Richard & Joan Boxer
Buckingham Capital
Corporation
CIBC World Markets Inc.
Conestoga Cold Storage
Connor, Clark & Lunn
Financial Group
Eastern Construction
Company Ltd.
HarperCollins Canada
Herzig Eye Institute
KPMG
Mackenzie Financial
Hon. Margaret McCain
Janet & Bruce McKelvey
MTS Allstream Inc.
Penguin Group (Canada)
Random House of
Canada Limited
RBC Capital Markets
Simon & Schuster
Canada
Edward & Marisa
Sorbara
Ticket buyers
and Adopt-a-
Branch
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David Allan
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Bryan Arnold
Anne Bailey
Douglas Baker
Linwood Barclay
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Gary Bates
Rita Bates
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Joe & Antoinette
Berridge
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Lawrence Boland
Vickery Bowles
Erin Brand
Stephen Brunt
Gary Brusseau
Cathy Buchanan
Brian Burlacoff
Christian Cameron
Kelda Card
Wendy M. Cecil
David Chilton
Graham Chubb
Christina Clifford
Angela Codina
Anne Collins
Kieran Conroy
Janice Copeland
Kenneth Coran
Hilary Cunningham
Alexandra Da Gama
Rose
Elly Daniels
Robert Dawson
Susan Dawson
Thomas Di Giacomo
Consiglio Di Nino
Gordon Doherty
Brian Donlan
Kevin Dougherty
Martha Durdin
Ronald Dyck
Alison Eastwood
Catherine Eplett
Melanie Farrell
Sheilagh Fletcher &
Phillip H. Carter
Cathy Furlong
Elizabeth Gabriell
Gale, a Cengage
Learning Company
Clifford & Doris Goldfarb
Maggie Gosselin
Lorne Greenspoon
Kirsten Hanson
Donna Hayes & Brad
Martin
Geoffrey Hayes
Peter Hayes
Linda Hazzan
Linda Holeman
David Holland
Thrina Howes-Berry
Larry Hughsam
Kim Huntley
Guy Kay
Dan Keon
Diane Kerner
Carol Kirsh
Howard Kitto
Douglas Knight
Danielle Kotvas
Greg Laurin
Madeleine Lefebvre
Gary Lewis
Sidney Lindsay
James Loewen
Linda Mackenzie
Ralph Mackenzie
Leo Makrimichalos
Anna Markiewicz
Heather Mathis
Margaret McCain
Clare McCurley
Bruce McKelvey
Heather McNab
Philip Moore
Wendy Moran
Maxwell Morgan
Ajon Moriyama
Scott Morrison
Scott Mullin
Frank O’Brien
Carol Off
Katrina Onstad
Nancy Pak
Ross Parry
Christopher Peirce
Tim & Carol Pinnington
Shelley Potter
Andrew Pyper
Jane Pyper
Helen Reeves
C. S. Richardson
Anthony Romano
Ron Rout
Janet Russell
Asif Sachedina
Jeffrey Sack
Ken Setterington
Ted Sharp
Donna Shea
Ian R.J. Still
Craig Swinwood
Robert Toole
Beverly Topping
Torcom Construction
Inc.
Shirley Trojman
Lynne Everatt Vassilakos
Ann Louise Vehovec
David Wall
Robert Weller
Margaret Wilkie
Nora Young
Anonymous (2)

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BRANCH MAPJuly - August 2013
1 Ward’s Island
2 Queen’s Quay
3 Swansea Plaza
4 Mabelle
5 Willowridge
6 Martinway Plaza
7 Braeburn
8 North Kipling
9 Driftwood
Community Centre
10 Needle Firway
11 Firgrove
12 Concourse Plaza
13 Wycliffe
14 Yonge Village
15 Bayview Cummer
Plaza
16 Brahms
17 Nymark Plaza
18 Glamorgan
19 Scarborough Town
Centre
20 Morningside Heights
21 Oakridge Community
Centre
22 St. Andrews
23 Sheppard Plaza
24 Bathurst Manor Plaza
25 Lawrence Heights
Community Centre
26 Caledon Village
27 Chetta Place
28 Martha Eaton Way
29 Scarborough Village
30 Midland Danforth
31 Metro Hall
32 Fairview Mall
Bookmobile stops
Bookmobile schedule: page 39.
Bookmobile questions: 416-395-5560
Bookmobile website: torontopubliclibrary.ca/bookmobiles
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TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARYBRANCH HOURS & LOCATIONS
LC = Learning Centre
LSP = Library Settlement Partnerships
* Closed Sundays, June 30 - September 1 inclusive.
F/1 Agincourt 416-396-8943 155 Bonis Ave.
M1T 3W6
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 X • •
F/3 Albert Campbell 416-396-8890 496 Birchmount Rd.
M1K 1N8
Mon 12:30-8:30; Tues-Fri 9-8:30;
Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5
X • •
A/1 Albion 416-394-5170 1515 Albion Rd.
M9V 1B2
Mon-Thur 9-8:30; Fri 9-6; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 X • •
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
X
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
X
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
X
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
X
D/2 Barbara Frum 416-395-5440 20 Covington Rd.
M6A 3C1
Mon 12:30-8:30; Tues-Thur 9-8:30; Fri 9-6;
Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5
X
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; *Sun 1:30-5
Expanded hours during Fairview renovations.
X
E/4 Beaches 416-393-7703 2161 Queen St. E.
M4L 1J1
Mon-Thur 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5 X
G/2 Bendale 416-396-8910 1515 Danforth Rd.
M1J 1H5
Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 X
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 X • •
B/3 Brentwood 416-394-5240 36 Brentwood Rd. N.
M8X 2B5
Mon-Thur 9-8:30; Fri 9-6; 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 X • •
E/2 Brookbanks 416-395-5480 210 Brookbanks Dr.
M3A 2T8
Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6;
Sat 9-5
X
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
X
G/2 Cedarbrae 416-396-8850 545 Markham Rd.
M1H 2A1
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5; X •
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
X •
D/4 City Hall 416-393-7650 Nathan Phillips Square
100 Queen St. W. M5H 2N3
Mon-Fri 10-6 X
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
X
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
X
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
X
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
X
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 12:30-8:30; Tues-Thur 9-8:30; Fri 9-6;
Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5
X
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
X
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
X
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 X •
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
X
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
X
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
Map Library Branch Phone No. Address Branch Hours Access LC LSP
See a map of locations on pages 34-35.

BRANCH HOURS & LOCATIONSJuly - August 2013
E/1 Fairview 416-395-5750 35 Fairview Mall Dr.
M2J 4S4
Closed for renovations. X •
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
X •
D/3 Forest Hill 416-393-7706 700 Eglinton Ave. W.
M5N 1B9
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
X •
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 X
G/3 Guildwood 416-396-8872 Guildwood Plaza
123 Guildwood Parkway M1E 4V2
Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6;
Sat 9-5
X
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
X
E/1 Hillcrest 416-395-5830 5801 Leslie St.
M2H 1J8
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5 X
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
X
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
X
A/1 Humberwood 416-394-5210 850 Humberwood Blvd.
M9W 7A6
Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6;
Sat 9-5
X
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
X
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
X
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
X
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
X
D/3 Leaside 416-396-3835 165 McRae Dr.
M4G 1S8
D/4 Lillian H. Smith
Merril Collection of Science Fiction,
Speculation & Fantasy (Reference)
Osborne Collection of Early
Children’s Books (Reference)
416-393-7746
416-393-7748
416-393-7753
239 College St.
M5T 1R5
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5;
*Sun 1:30-5
Mon-Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5
Mon-Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5
X
X
X
• •
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
X
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 X •
C/3 Maria A. Shchuka 416-394-1000 1745 Eglinton Ave. W.
M6E 2H4
Mon-Thur 9-8:30; Fri 9-6; Sat 9-5;
*Sun 1:30-5
X •
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
X
F/2 McGregor Park 416-396-8935 2219 Lawrence Ave. E.
M1P 2P5
Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6;
Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5
X
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 4279 Lawrence Ave. E.
M1E 2S8
Mon-Wed 9-8:30; Thur 12:30-8:30;
Fri & Sat 9-5
X •
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
X
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
X
D/1 North York Central Library 416-395-5535
TTY416-395-5596
5120 Yonge St.
M2N 5N9
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 X •
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 X
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 X
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TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARYBRANCH HOURS & LOCATIONS
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
X
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
X
E/3 Pape/Danforth 416-393-7727 701 Pape Ave.
M4K 3S6
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 X
C/4 Parkdale 416-393-7686 1303 Queen St. W.
M6K 1L6
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 X • •
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 X •
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
H/2 Port Union 416-396-8885 5450 Lawrence Ave. E.
M1C 3B2
Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30;
Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5
X
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
X
A/1 Rexdale 416-394-5200 2243 Kipling Ave.
M9W 4L5
Tues & Fri 10-6; Wed & Thur 12:30-8:30;
Sat 9-5
X
B/2 Richview 416-394-5120 1806 Islington Ave.
M9P 3N3
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5;
*Sun 1:30-5
X • •
D/4 Riverdale 416-393-7720 370 Broadview Ave.
M4K 2M8
Mon-Thur 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5 X • •
B/3 Runnymede 416-393-7697 2178 Bloor St. W.
M6S 1M8
Mon-Thur 9-8:30; Fri 9-5; & Sat 9-5 X
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 X •
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
X
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
X
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
X
F/1 Steeles 416-396-8975 Bamburgh Gardens Shopping Plaza
375 Bamburgh Circle M1W 3Y1
B/4 Swansea Memorial 416-393-7695 95 Lavinia Ave.
M6S 3H9
Tues & Thur 10-12 & 1-6; Wed 1-8;
Sat 10-5
X
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
X
E/3 Thorncliffe 416-396-3865 48 Thorncliffe Park Dr.
M4H 1J7
Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5 X •
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, July 6-Aug. 31
X
D/3 Toronto Reference Library 416-395-5577
TTY416-393-7100
789 Yonge St.
M4W 2G8
Mon-Thur 9:30-8:30; Fri 9:30-5:30; Sat 9-5;
*Sun 1:30-5
X • •
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
X
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 X
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 12:30-8:30; Tues-Thur 9-8:30; Fri 9-6;
Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5
X • •
D/3 Yorkville 416-393-7660 22 Yorkville Ave.
M4W 1L4

Stop Map Bookmobile Stop Locations Address Stop Times Bookmobile No.
BOOKMOBILE scheduleJuly- August 2013
1 D/4 Ward’s Island 102 Lakeshore Ave. Saturdays, weekly, 10:30 am-12:15 pm 1
2 C/4 Queen’s Quay 545 Lake Shore Blvd. W. (OMNI television parking
lot, Bathurst St. & Queen’s Quay W.)
Fridays, weekly, 6:15-7:45 pm 1
3 B/4 Swansea Plaza (north side of Ormskirk Ave., east of the South
Kingsway)
Saturdays, weekly, 2:30-4 pm 1
4 A/3 Mabelle 49 Mabelle Ave. (Dundas & Islington Aves.) Fridays, bi-weekly, July 12, 26; August 9, 23;
3-4:30 pm
1
5 A/2 Willowridge 44 Willowridge Rd. (Eglinton Ave. W. & Highway
27)
Fridays, bi-weekly, July 5, 19; August 2, 16,
30; 3-4:30 pm
1
6 A/2 Martinway Plaza 415 The Westway (at Martingrove Rd.) Tuesdays, weekly, 6-7:30 pm 1
7 B/1 Braeburn 75 Tandridge Cres. (Albion Rd. & Islington Ave.) Tuesdays, weekly, 3-4:30 pm 1
8 A/1 North Kipling 2 Rowntree Rd. (North Kipling Community Centre
parking lot, Kipling Ave. & Albion Rd.)
Thursdays, bi-weekly, July 11, 25; August 8,
23; 3-4:30 pm
1
9 B/1 Driftwood Community Centre 4401 Jane St. (at Driftwood Ave.) Wednesdays, weekly, 2:30-4:30 pm 1
10 B/1 Needle Fir Way 5 Needle Fir Way (at Firgrove Cres.) Mondays, weekly, 3-4:30 pm 2
11 B/1 Firgrove 1 Dune Grassway (Jane St. & Sheppard Ave.) Wednesdays, weekly, 5:30-7 pm 1
12 C/1 Concourse Plaza 1085 Steeles Ave. W. (at Carpenter Rd., southwest
corner)
Mondays, weekly, 10:30 am-12 noon 2
13 D/1 Wycliffe 6255 Bathurst St. (at Greenwin Village Rd.,
northeast corner)
Tuesdays, weekly, 6:15-8 pm 2
14 D/1 Yonge Village 20 Tangreen Crt. (at Steeles Ave.W.) Saturdays, weekly, 2-4 pm 2
15 D/1 Bayview Cummer Plaza 3292 Bayview Ave. (at Cummer Ave., northeast
corner)
Fridays, weekly, 10:30 am-12 noon 2
16 E/1 Brahms Brahms Ave. (at Finch Ave., northeast corner) Fridays, weekly, 3:15-4:45 pm 2
17 E/1 Nymark Plaza 4857 Leslie St. (at Nymark Ave., northeast corner) Wednesdays, bi-weekly, July 3, 17, 31; August
14, 28; 6:30-7:30 pm
2
18 F/2 Glamorgan 120 Dundalk Dr. (at Antrim Cres.) Thursdays, weekly, 3-4:30 pm 2
19 G/2 Scarborough Town Centre 300 Borough Dr. (Ellesmere & McCowan Aves.
northeast corner)
Thursdays, bi-weekly, July 4, 18; August 1, 15,
29; 6-7:30 pm
2
20 G/1 Morningside Heights Morningside Ave. and Oasis Blvd. Mondays, weekly, 3:30-4:30 pm 1
21 F/3 Oakridge Community Centre 63 Pharmacy Ave. (north of Danforth Ave.) Thursdays, bi-weekly, July 11, 25; August 8,
22; 5:30-7 pm
2
22 D/2 St. Andrews 53 The Links Rd. (at Lord Seaton Rd.) Tuesdays, bi-weekly, July 9, 23; August 6, 20;
11 am-12:30 pm
2
23 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
24 C/1 Bathurst Manor Plaza 221 Wilmington Ave (at Overbrook Pl northeast
corner)
Mondays, weekly, 6-8 pm 2
25 C/2 Lawrence Heights Community
Centre
5 Replin Rd. (Allen Expressway & Lawrence Ave. W.) Wednesdays, weekly, 3-4:30 pm 2
26 C/2 Caledon Village 100 Lotherton Pathway (at Caledonia Rd.) Tuesdays, weekly, 3-4:45 pm 2
27 B/2 Chetta Place Near Kingsview Village School, Kipling Ave. &
Dixon Dr.
Thursdays, bi-weekly, July 4, 18; August 1, 15,
29; 3-4:30 pm
1
28 C/2 Martha Eaton Way 15 Martha Eaton Way (Trethewey Dr. & Black Creek
Rd.)
Saturdays, weekly, 10:30 am-12:15 pm 2
29 G/3 Scarborough Village Markington Square Shopping Centre (Eglinton Ave.
E. & Markham Rd. southeast corner)
Mondays, weekly, 5:30-7 pm 1
30 F/3 Midland Danforth Greystone Plaza parking lot (Danforth Rd. &
Greystone Walk)
Mondays, weekly, 1:30-2:30 pm 1
31 D/4 Metro Hall Wellington & John Sts. Thursdays, weekly, 11:30 am-1 pm 2
32 E/1 Fairview Renovation Fairview Mall, north parking lot (across from
Fairview Library)
Wednesdays, weekly, 11:30 am-12:30 pm 2
See a map of locations on pages 34-35.
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A BRANCH NEAR YOU
With branches across Toronto, we are always close by.
Order materials online and have them sent 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
for library programs you wish to attend in
person, 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 39 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 that meet your interests and
deliver them right to your door for free.
Home Library Service 416-395-5557
Watch a program from home
Many of our library events are now posted on our website
as videos, so you can tune in from the comfort of your
home. If your child can’t make it into a library for storytime
programs, listen to Dial-A-Story or Hear-A-Story anytime.
Dial-A-Story 416-395-5400
Hear-A-Story torontopubliclibrary.ca/stories
GET BOOKS, MUSIC AND VIDEOS
in regular and alternative formats
Our collections come in various formats. Books, music and
movies are available in both regular formats and special
formats such as:
The library strives to provide all Torontonians with free and
equitable access to our collections, services, programs and
branches — regardless of age, illness or physical disability.
• large print
• DAISY Talking Books
• book kits for all ages
(books with CDs)
• e-books, 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/
accessibility/collections.
TALK TO US, we’re here to help
We can assist you with placing holds on items, with looking
for information and registering you for programs. If you
use a TTY telephone, register your TTY number at your
local library and the library’s TTY will call you about your
Holds and Overdues.
Call us at 416-393-7099 • 416-393-7100 TTY or visit
torontopubliclibrary.ca/accessibility
QUESTIONS?
torontopubliclibrary.ca/accessibility
Answerline
416-393-7131 or 416-393-7030 TTY
This and other library publications can be provided in
alternative formats upon request.
Accessibility Services

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Special thanks to The Catherine &
Maxwell Meighen Foundation
for their generous support of
enhanced and expanded Mobile Library
Services at Toronto Public Library.
Visit our bookmobiles –
bringing the library to you
at 32 stops across the city.
For stops and schedules,
visit torontopubliclibrary.ca/bookmobiles
Browse and borrow materials
Pick up and place holds
Register for a library card
Discover more about the
many free services we offer
Toronto’s Library. Absolutely Vital.
Toronto Public Library delivers collections, programs and services,
as well as safe and vibrant spaces, that positively impact the
lives of Torontonians every day throughout our city.
Your library is vital to support.
Donate to the Toronto Public Library Foundation today.
tplfoundation.ca
Everywhere
you go,
there we are
facebook.com/tplfoundation
twitter.com/@tpl_Foundation
The Toronto Public Library Foundation
is grateful to The Catherine & Maxwell
Meighen Foundation for their long-
standing support of the Library’s
Mobile Library Services program and
Bookmobile Replacement Fund.

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