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Upcoming programs

  • Excel Basics 1: Create a Simple Spreadsheet

    Wed May 01, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
    Location: York Woods

    An introductory class on Microsoft Excel 2019 for absolute beginners with little or no Excel experience. In this first session you will: - Learn the basic function and design of Excel files -...

  • Beaches Book Club

    7:00 pm - 8:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
    Location: Beaches

    Come out and join us the first Wednesday of every month to discuss a variety of books in a fun and friendly atmosphere. New members are always welcome. No registration required. September 6th - "My Sister's Kee...

    Upcoming Dates:

    • Wed May 01
    • Wed Jun 05
    • Wed Jul 03
    • Wed Aug 07

  • Talk About Books

    7:00 pm - 8:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
    Location: North York Central Library

    Join several librarians for a chat about our favourite reads on a chosen theme! Come find inspiration for your next read, add some books to your 'to-be-read' list, or join the conversation with recommendations of y...

    Upcoming Dates:

    • Wed May 01

  • Food for Thought: A Recipe Book Club

    7:00 pm - 8:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
    Location: Taylor Memorial

    Food is universal. Come join us on the first Thursday of the month for a book club about food in all of its glory. We will explore fiction and non-fiction tasty reads. Learn how to make new dishes via video, meet new friend...

    Upcoming Dates:

    • Thu May 02
    • Thu Jun 06

  • F.R.E.S.H. at the Library

    11:00 am - 1:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
    Location: Fort York

    Take a moment out of your hectic week and unwind at the library with the F.R.E.S.H. team. They offer Finding Recovery Through Exercise Skills and Hope (F.R.E.S.H.) through good conversations. Meet new folks, build connections...

    Upcoming Dates:

    • Thu May 02
    • Sat May 04
    • Thu May 09
    • Sat May 11
    • Thu May 16

  • After School Club

    4:00 pm - 5:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
    Location: North York Central Library

    Looking for something fun to do after school? Come out to our After School Club and learn new things, make stuff, meet other kids, and have fun! For kids ages 8-12. Snacks are offered during the After School Club...

    Upcoming Dates:

    • Thu May 02
    • Thu May 09
    • Thu May 16
    • Thu May 23
    • Thu May 30

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Featured program series

What's at stake?

Join us for critical conversations that explore what’s at risk when intellectual freedom is threatened. Hear from thought-provoking guests, challenge your perspectives and engage with new ideas.

Ready for Reading Storytimes

Join us for stories, songs and rhymes that help get your child ready for reading.

Authors featured in our Salon Series including Caleb Azumah Nelson, Jean Kwok, Emma Donoghue, Jhumpa Lahiri, Waubgeshig Rice, Roz Chast and Cory Doctorow.

The Salon Series

Connect and engage with local and international authors, writers and thinkers. Join us online and in person at the Appel Salon for an exciting range of literary and cultural events.

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Featured videos

Storytime at Home

Fun virtual storytimes filled with great books, rhymes and songs. Watch anytime on YouTube and sing along!

Portrait shot of a smiling librarian in a circle. Part of the TPL logo and colourful icons dot the bright blue background.

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Kids 5 and under

Actual Size

Look a giant squid in the eye, get up close to a great white shark, and meet other animals big and small.

Portrait shot of a smiling librarian in a circle. Part of the TPL logo and colourful icons dot the bright blue background.

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Kids 5 and under

I Am Enough

Spark discussion about kindness and respect with this book of self-affirmations.

A smiling librarian sits next to a table holding the book Tap the Magic Tree. There are small potted plants, a globe and a stuffed toy monkey on the table.

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Kids 5 and under

Tap the Magic Tree

Can you make a tree bloom with your finger? Discover the magic of changing seasons in this interactive story.

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    You can watch replays of past events and popular programs on our Crowdcast Channels, whether you have a library card or not. A free Crowdcast attendee account is required. To open an attendee account, you will need to register for an event.