Pan Am/Parapan Am Games No More Silence Going Green, Going

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.

IN THIS ISSUE

2 About Our Programs & Toronto Public Library 3 Seniors Month Programs Published by Toronto Public Library 789 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario M4W 2G8 6 Author Talks & Lectures 416-393-7000 • torontopubliclibrary.ca 11 Book Clubs & Writers Groups 14 Career & Job Search Help Toronto Public Library Board 17 Computer & Library Training The Toronto Public Library Board meets monthly at 6 pm, September through 19 Culture, Arts & Entertainment June, at the Toronto Reference Library, 36 ESL & Newcomers 789 Yonge Street, Toronto. 38 Health & Wellness Meetings are open to the public. 42 History & Genealogy Upcoming Board meetings: 44 Hobbies, Crafts & Games Contact Nancy Marshall, 416-393-7215 48 Homework Help, Leadership & After School [email protected] 50 Personal Finance Board Members 53 Reading Programs & Storytimes Councillor Paul Ainslie 58 Science & Technology Councillor Ana Bailão (Mayor’s Designate) 57 Small Business Mr. Ron Carinci (Chair) 58 Branch Map Ms. Lindsay Colley (Vice Chair) 60 Branch Hours & Locations Councillor Sarah Doucette 63 Bookmobile Schedule Councillor Mary Fragedakis Ms. Sue Graham-Nutter 64 Accessibility Services Ms. Dianne LeBreton Mr. Strahan McCarten Mr. Ross Parry Ms. Archana Shah CONNECT WITH US Ms. Eva Svec

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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 From the basics of email and the Internet to the lecture series on pages 26-27. If you’re partial to latest in online newspaper, magazine and research Canadian literature, The eh List Author Series on articles and ebook collections, we can help. Page 17 pages 8-9 is for you. Or attend our free evening or visit your local branch to find out more. events at the Appel Salon, where authors and speakers from around the world discuss new books VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES and big ideas. Page 7. Explore volunteering options. Visit torontopubliclibrary.ca/volunteering or call to find BOOK CLUBS 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 Socialize, have some specialty tea and an ‘oldie but goody’ experience is required. For ages 50 and up. movie. Albert Campbell* June 2 2 pm Pleasant View June 10 1 pm Fairview* June 15 2 pm Movie Special: Poetry Supporting Persons with Dementia Winner of the 2010 Best Screenplay Award at the Cannes A workshop by the Alzheimer Society of Toronto for Film Festival, Poetry is a Korean drama considered to be an caregivers of persons with dementia on topics such as “achingly exquisite portrait” (Philadelphia Inquirer) of a understanding behaviours, strategies for responding, woman’s brave fight against Alzheimer’s, and against her meaningful activities and supportive services. guilt over a relative’s brutal crime Eatonville* June 2 5 pm Barbara Frum June 11 2 pm

Staying Balanced: How to Improve Your Balance and Insurance Fraud Seminar Coordination Hear about some of the fraudulent activities that impact Learn tips and techniques from older adult specialist and insurance and public safety from the Insurance Bureau of personal trainer Eric Daw. Canada. Learn how to prevent becoming a victim of fraud Beaches June 3 7 pm Eatonville* June 15 2 pm

Seniors Exercise and Falls Prevention Late-life Depression In partnership with Carefirst Seniors and Community Depression is not a normal part of aging and can be a Services. medical illness that may occur for the first time in late life. Baycrest’s Psychiatrist in Chief Dr. Robert Madan helps Hillcrest* Wednesdays, June 3-24 1 pm you understand the symptoms, causes and treatments. Sharing Your Stories: Memoir Writing Presented in partnership with Baycrest. Program takes place in the Beeton Auditorium. Tap your memory, your creativity and create a story Toronto Reference June 15 1 pm collection to be treasured by your family or a wider audience. Presented by editor and writer Allyson Latta. Healthy Cognitive Aging For new participants only. Registration begins April 1. To register, call 416-395-5623. Program takes place in Room 1 Ryerson Professor Alexandra Fiocco discusses the predictors (except June 3 in the Boardroom). and prevention of cognitive decline, decline in memory and thinking abilities. PhD student Katie Peck discusses the North York Central Wednesdays, June 3-24 1 pm effect of music on brain health. Awareness Through Movement North York Central June 16 2 pm Learn movements designed to de-age joints, muscles and Puzzles and the Brain brain. Enigmatologist Stacy Costa explains how solving puzzles Don Mills June 5 2 pm can benefit all ages by developing the strength and Nordic Pole Walking: The Smarter Way to Walk stamina of the brain. Bendale June 18 7 pm Get a chance to walk with poles and learn some of the basic pole walking technique. What to wear: comfortable Chris Beall’s Everest walking shoes. Presented by Insideout Physiotherapy & Wellness Group. A slide presentation on the region of Nepal. Palmerston June 9 7 pm Don Mills* June 19 2 pm

Identity Theft Board Games Protect yourself against identity theft and fraud. Learn Chess, checkers, Mah Jong, Scrabble, dominoes, cards, about strategies to stay financially safe. Connect 4, Jenga, Cranium and Skip Bo. Woodside Square* June 9 6:30 pm Brookbanks June 25 2 pm Dufferin/St. Clair June 11 2 pm

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Anna Karenina The Oresteia No Great Mischief by Leo Tolstoy by Aeschylus by Alistair Macleod With guest speaker With guest speaker With guest speaker Paul Julia Zarankin. Frederick Sweet. Chafe. May 19, 2 pm June 5, 1 pm June 19, 1 pm Barbara Frum Toronto Reference Toronto Reference Beeton Auditorium Beeton Auditorium Medea by Euripedes A Fine Balance As for Me and My House by Rohinton Mistry by Sinclair Ross With guest speaker John Greenwood. With guest speaker With guest speaker May 22, 1 pm John V. Snow. Frederick Sweet. Toronto Reference June 9, 7 pm June 24, 6:30 pm Beeton Auditorium Gerrard/Ashdale Runnymede

Brothers Karamazov Fifth Business Portrait of a Lady by Fyodor Dostoyevsky by Robertson Davies by Henry James With guest speaker With guest speaker With guest speaker John Julia Zarankin. John Greenwood. V. Snow. June 4, 2 pm June 15, 2 pm June 26, 2 pm Deer Park Brentwood Don Mills

5 * Call or visit the branch to register. For branch hours and locations, see pages 58–62. Hear authors and speakers from across AUTHOR TALKS Canada and around the world discuss new & LECTURES 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 FEATURE PROGRAMS AT NORTH YORK Featuring Jane Urquhart, Lori Lansens, Sara Gruen, CENTRAL LIBRARY Judy Blume and more. Opposite page. Egyptian American journalist Mona Eltahawy, Ireland’s Anne Enright, Canadian stars Kenneth CHEFS IN THE SALON 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 THE EH LIST more great programs at your branch. Meet the Canadians authors everyone’s reading. Page 10. Scotiabank Giller Prize winner Sean Michaels and many more. Pages 8-9.

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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New books. Big ideas. join the conversation.

Jane Urquhart Kate Mulgrew Pan Am Poetry Slam The internationally acclaimed The Emmy nominated actress Canada’s most talented author of Away and The Stone on her memoir, Born With young poets compete in an Carvers on her new novel, The Teeth. With The Globe & Mail’s ultimate poetry slam. Join the Night Stages. With author Liz Renzetti. celebration. See page 20. Charles Foran. Fri. May 1, 7 pm Fri. May 22, 6–9 pm Wed. April 8, 7 pm Dispatches from the 2015 SPUR Festival Frontiers of Science Psychologist, journalist and Five preeminent York 2015 June Callwood Lecture: bestselling author Susan University scientists join CBC David Suzuki Pinker and a panel of experts Radio’s Anna Maria Tremonti The award-winning scientist, discuss the changing nature in a vibrant Q&A on five big environmentalist and of community in a mobile and questions for the next 50 broadcaster inspires us to live interconnected world. years. With keynote speaker with courage, conviction, and Thur. April 9, 7 pm Leonard Mlodinow. See page 27. passion. See page 23. Wed. May 6, 7 pm Wed. May 27, 7 pm Lori Lansens and Sara Gruen Two celebrated novelists. Lori Chris Hedges Judy Blume Lansens on The Mountain The Pulitzer Prize winner and The recipient of over 90 Story. Sara Gruen on At the New York Times bestselling literary awards and three Water’s Edge. With Global author on Wages of Rebellion. lifetime achievement awards TV’s Liza Fromer. With NOW magazine’s Susan on her first adult novel in 15 Tues. April 21, 7 pm G. Cole. years, In the Unlikely Event. See page 9. Tues. May 12, 7 pm Mon. June 29, 7 pm Guy Vanderhaeghe Jeff Rubin The multi award-winning The #1 bestselling author of author of The Englishman’s Why Your World Is About Boy on Daddy Lenin and to Get a Whole Lot Smaller Other Stories. With CBC on The Carbon Bubble: Radio’s Michael Enright. What Happens To Us When Tues. April 28, 7 pm It Bursts. With author and broadcaster Rudyard Griffiths. 2015 Canada Prize Awards Wed. May 20, 7 pm Ceremony Celebrating the best Canadian scholarly books Chefs in the Salon in the humanities and social Laura Calder and Amy Rosen join food sciences. With keynote and travel writer Mark Schatzker in a speaker M.G. Vassanji. Hosted conversation about food. by the Munk School’s Brian From left to right: Laura Calder, Stewart. Fri. May 15, 7 pm Amy Rosen and Mark Schatzker. Wed. April 29, 7 pm (No Cash Bar) Free tickets are required and are The Bar at the Appel Salon available online at Join us for a drink. Cash bar torontopubliclibrary.ca/appelsalon reception one hour before events. 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]

TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY EAST END WEST END Connect with us: The eh List Beaches Branch Runnymede Branch twitter.com/torontolibrary Kim Thúy Russell Smith facebook.com/torontopubliclibrary AUTHOR SERIES Mãn Confidence Wed. May 27, 7 pm Tues. March 24, 7 pm Meet the Canadian writers everyone’s reading youtube.com/torontopubliclibrary Gail Bowen Showcasing Canada’s top authors and their new books. 12 Rose Street ﬂ ickr.com/torontopubliclibrary torontopubliclibrary.ca/ehlist Mon. April 20, 2 pm

Rosemary Sullivan pinterest.com/torontolibrary UPTOWN DOWNTOWN Stalin’s Daughter Thur. June 11, 7 pm North York Central Library Toronto Reference Library City Hall Branch torontopubliclibrary.ca/e-news

David Bezmozgis Michael Hlinka John Lorinc hosts a panel torontopubliclibrary.ca/blogs The Betrayers Stalled: Jump-Starting the of historians, essayists and Mon. March 23, 7 pm Canadian Economy commentators Thur. April 9, 7 pm The Ward: The Life and Shawn Micallef Atrium Loss of Toronto’s First The Trouble with Brunch: Immigrant Neighbourhood The eh List presents winner of the 2014 “From the glittery brightness of New Work, Class and the Pursuit York in the 1920s to the leaden cold of the Sean Michaels Thur. May 28, 1 pm Scotiabank Giller Prize, Sean Michaels of Leisure Soviet Union under Stalin, the grace of Us Conductors Michaels’s style makes these times and Wed. May 6, 7 pm Lillian H. Smith Branch Thur. May 14, 7 pm Us Conductors is inspired by the true life and loves places seem entirely new.” of the famed Russian scientist, inventor and spy Atrium Marina Endicott Lev Termen – creator of the Theremin. Kelley Armstrong —Giller Prize Jury Citation Close to Hugh Visions: A Cainsville Novel Terry Fallis and Wed. May 27, 7 pm Wed. March 25, 7 pm Thursday, May 14, 7 pm Kate Hilton Toronto Reference Library, Atrium Self-publishing – to Success Andrew Pyper and Thur. June 18, 7 pm Craig Davidson MIDTOWN Atrium (a.k.a. Nick Cutter) in conversation with Toronto Star’s Deb Dundas Northern District Branch Lee Maracle Thur. April 2, 7 pm Daniel Poliquin Celia’s Song Le vol de l’ange Kim Thúy JUDY BLUME Sat. April 11, 2 pm Marilyn Dumont Mãn Toronto Public Library is thrilled to present Free tickets are required A Really Good Brown Girl Photo: Sigrid Estrada Tues. May 26, 7 pm Judy Blume, the author of beloved classics such and available online at This program will be torontopubliclibrary.ca/ presented in French. Sun. June 21, 1 pm as Wifey, Deenie and Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret, with her first novel for adults in appelsalon starting four weeks Atrium before the event. Catherine Gildiner more than 15 years. Media Partner: Coming Ashore The Bar at the Appel Salon Monday, June 29, 7 pm Join us for a drink. Thur. April 30, 2 pm Doors open at 6 pm Cash bar reception one hour before events.

The Bram & Bluma Appel The Bram & Bluma Appel Salon at the Toronto Reference Library Join the conversation: 2nd Floor • 789 Yonge Street #AppelSalon (one block north of Bloor Street) at the Toronto Reference Library

8 torontopubliclibrary.ca * Call or visit the branch to register. EAST END WEST END Connect with us: The eh List Beaches Branch Runnymede Branch twitter.com/torontolibrary Kim Thúy Russell Smith facebook.com/torontopubliclibrary AUTHOR SERIES Mãn Confidence Wed. May 27, 7 pm Tues. March 24, 7 pm Meet the Canadian writers everyone’s reading youtube.com/torontopubliclibrary Gail Bowen Showcasing Canada’s top authors and their new books. 12 Rose Street ﬂ ickr.com/torontopubliclibrary torontopubliclibrary.ca/ehlist Mon. April 20, 2 pm

9 * Call or visit the branch to register. For branch hours and locations, see pages 58–62. AUTHOR TALKS & LECTURES TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY

ADULTS

Poetry Night with Lilly Barnes: Journey of a Life Albert de Goias Lived in Turbulent Times Albert de Goias, psychotherapist and author of Lilly Barnes reading from her new book, Journey. Understanding Change, discusses ways to manage life as Palmerston April 9 7 pm it changes and help identify resources to deal with the change. The Second: Exploring Spirituality, Religion and Dufferin/St. Clair April 23 7 pm Politics Through Fiction Kamal Al-Solaylee Novelist Alan J. Cooper explores the clash between traditional church dogma and secular spiritual awareness. Canadian journalist Kamal Al-Solaylee on his debut book, Program takes place in the Beeton Auditorium. Intolerable: A Memoir of Extremes, which went on to win the Toronto Book Award. Toronto Reference April 14 1 pm Victoria Village June 4 7 pm Riverdale Arts and Letters Club Charlotte Fielden Novelist Jack Batten discusses his favourite mysteries. Author, playwright and poet Charlotte Fielden’s recites Riverdale April 15, June 17 6 pm poetry from her third collection, Beholder. National Poetry Month Reading Gala Wychwood June 18 2 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. KIDS & FAMILIES Yorkville April 16 6:30 pm Andrew Larsen Diane Gordon: Shelter Award-winning Canadian children’s author Andrew Larsen reads from his new picture book, Charlie’s Dirt Day, the Diane Gordon reads from Shelter, her one-act play sequel to Bye, Bye, Butterflies. featuring main characters Marion and Freda, who meet within the shelter community and go on to find friendship, Palmerston April 23 1:30 pm independence and dignity together. Beaches April 16 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 Susan & Susin Climb aboard The Boundless with Kenneth Beloved Canadian Young Adult authors Oppel, the Governor General’s award- Susan Juby and Susin Nielsen present their winning Canadian author of the Airborn funny and poignant new novels, series and the Silverwing saga. The Truth Commission and We Are All To register, call 416-395-5548. Made of Molecules. To register, call 416-395-5548. April 20, 7 pm Auditorium May 13, 7 pm Concourse Mona Eltahawy Egyptian-American activist and journalist on Anne Enright Headscarves and Hymens: Why the Middle Booker Prize-winning Irish author and Carnegie Medal for East Needs a Sexual Revolution. One of Fiction winner Anne Enright on her new novel, The Green Newsweek’s ‘150 Most Fearless Women of Road. To register, call 416-395-5639. 2012’. To register, call 416-395-5660. May 19, 7 pm April 27, 7 pm Auditorium Concourse

10 torontopubliclibrary.ca * Call or visit the branch to register. Discuss your favourite stories with others or BOOK CLUBS & try your hand at WRITERS GROUPS 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 S. Walter Stewart April 9, May 14, June 11 7 pm April 22, May 20, June 24 2 pm Fiction and non-fiction book clubs with pre-selected books for reading and discussion. Most clubs and groups are free Northern Elms April 10, May 8, June 12 1:30 pm but some may have a fee. For more information, call the Don Mills April 14, May 19, June 16 7 pm branch. April 16, May 21, June 18 2 pm Fairview April 14, May 12, June 19 1 pm Eglinton Square April 1, May 6, June 3 1:30 pm Jones April 16, May 21, June 18 6:30 pm April 13, May 11, June 8 7 pm St. James Town April 18, May 16, June 20 2 pm Jane/Dundas April 1, May 6, June 3 7 pm Richview April 20, May 25, June 15 7 pm North York Central April 1, May 6, June 3 1:30 pm Barbara Frum April 21, May 19, June 23 6:30 pm April 28, May 26, June 23 7 pm Humberwood April 21, May 19, June 16 6:30 pm Beaches April 2, May 7, June 4 7 pm Malvern April 21, May 19, June 16 2 pm Mount Pleasant April 2, 7; May 5, June 2, 4 7 pm Taylor Memorial April 2, 7; May 5, June 2 2 pm Now Books April 2, May 7, June 4 7 pm Victoria Village April 2, May 7, June 4 2 pm A leader directs discussions of contemporary literature. April 2, May 7 7 pm Fee: $25 for six sessions. Call the branch for booklist Port Union April 7, May 5, June 2 2 pm details. Program takes place in Room 2/3. April 14, May 12, June 9 7 pm North York Central April 1, 29; May 13, 27; June 10, 24 10 am Runnymede April 7, May 5, June 2 6:30 pm April 13, May 11, June 8 1:30 pm The Poetry Circle St. Lawrence April 7, 21; May 5, 19; June 16 7 pm Share and discuss diverse collection of poetry. Sanderson April 7, May 5, June 2 7 pm Mimico Centennial April 8, May 13, June 10 2 pm April 28, May 26, June 30 7 pm Many programs are ongoing and we’re adding more Northern District April 8, May 13, June 10 7 pm all the time. Visit torontopubliclibrary.ca/programs for Bendale April 9, May 14, June 11 6:30 pm upcoming dates and to find out what’s new. April 21, May 19, June 16 2 pm

11 * Call or visit the branch to register. For branch hours and locations, see pages 58–62. BOOK CLUBS & WRITERS GROUPS TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY

Parkdale April 1, May 6, June 3 7 pm

Tea and Books APRIL - JUNE 2015 Join library staff for entertaining book talks. Refreshments WRITER IN RESIDENCE provided. Runnymede April 1, May 6, June 3 3 pm Cherie Dimaline Northern Elms April 2, May 7, June 4 2 pm Parliament Street April 8, May 13, June 10 2 pm At North York Central Locke April 10, May 1, June 5 3 pm Registration is required for some of these Brentwood April 10, May 8 2 pm programs, call 416-395-5639. Rexdale April 14, May 12, June 9 2 pm Mount Pleasant April 15, May 20 2 pm Alderwood April 21, May 21 2 pm Eatonville April 21, May 19 2 pm The Roles and Responsibilities of Indigenous Palmerston April 21, May 26 2 pm Storytelling Mimico Centennial April 30, May 28, June 25 2 pm Cherie Dimaline hosts a panel discussion on the roles and responsibilities of Indigenous storytelling. Writers Group Featuring published authors, storytellers and Read from and discuss works in progress. Some groups traditional teachers from the Aboriginal community. have guest writers and speakers. For more information, call Room 2/3. the branch. North York Central April 16 6:30 pm York Woods Thursdays, April 2-June 25 7 pm Beaches April 4, May 2, June 3 2 pm Challenges and Successes for Multicultural Gerrard/Ashdale April 4, 18; May 2, 16, 30; June 13, 27 10:30 am Toronto Writers Albert Campbell April 10, May 8, June 12 2 pm Cherie Dimaline hosts a panel discussion on the S. Walter Stewart April 29, May 27, June 24 7 pm challenges, successes and resources for multicultural Toronto writers and poets. Featuring workshop Phoenix Poetry Workshop leaders, grant agencies, foundations and organizations New and experienced poets of all ages can bring their committed to the diverse literary community in work (with six to ten copies) for review and constructive Toronto. Room 2/3. comments by other attendees. North York Central April 30 6:30 pm College/Shaw April 4, May 2, June 6 2:30 pm Workshop: Accessing Grants to Develop Your Literary Memoir Writing Group Work Share, discuss and write. With representatives and information from the Toronto Arts Council, Ontario Arts Council and the Canada Lillian H. Smith Mondays, April 6-June 29 2 pm Council for the Arts. Auditorium. Cliffcrest April 14, 28; May 12, 26; June 9, 23 1 pm North York Central May 4 6:30 pm Rexdale April 21, May 19, June 16 1:30 pm

North York Writers Workshop: Writers on Stage Read your work and critique the work of members. Writers Cherie Dimaline and other authors walk you through of all genres are welcome. Program takes place in Room the dreaded public reading – a reality for anyone 2/3. putting out a book. Auditorium. North York Central May 25 6:30 pm North York Central April 9, 23; May 14, 28; June 11, 25 6:30 pm Concluding Celebration Toronto Writers Co-operative Join us for the concluding celebration of Cherie Weekly workshops, guest authors, member readings, Dimaline’s residency and National Aboriginal Day. open mic and publications – your opportunity to polish Drummers, dancers, elders and storytellers share stories, and perform your work. In partnership with The Toronto songs and dances and bid farewell to Toronto Public Writers’ Co-op. Library’s first Aboriginal writer in residence. Concourse. Toronto Reference Sundays, April 12-June 28 2 pm North York Central June 20 1 pm

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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 Read a new book every month, meet to discuss it and do new and old favourites. lots of fun activities based on each book (it’s awesome… Locke April 13, 28; May 4, 26; June 1, 30 7 pm trust us). For boys ages 9-12. Pick up your copy of the current book at the Children’s Desk. Creative Writing Workshops with Lauren Kirshner S. Walter Stewart April 14, May 12 4:15 pm This hands-on workshop led by novelist Lauren Kirshner introduces participants to techniques for starting the Kids Book Club creative writing process Do you love reading or do you hate it? Either way, you’ll enjoy our book club just for you. For ages 8-12. Bloor/Gladstone April 16 6:30 pm Gerrard/Ashdale April 22, May 20, June 24 4 pm Shakespeare Readers Albion April 28, May 26 4:30 pm Everyone takes a part and reads along. Read All About It! Beaches April 18, May 16, June 20 2 pm All kinds of books for all kinds of kids. For ages 6-12. Tea and Murder Fairview April 25, May 30, June 27 2 pm Barbara Frum April 27, May 25 1 pm Enjoy listening to mystery book talks once a month. Eatonville April 28, May 26, June 16 4 pm Wychwood April 23, May 21 2 pm

Coffee and Books A presentation about books, new and old. Yorkville April 28, May 26, June 30 2 pm Book Clubs & Writers Robert Rotenberg: The Toronto Writers’ Co-op Interview Groups in Other Acclaimed crime novelist Robert Rotenberg discusses the Languages writer’s life and craft, with host John Miller. Program takes place in the Beeton Auditorium. Toronto Reference May 21 6:30 pm Club de Lecture Aimez-vous lire en français? Si vous voulez participer à des TEENS discussions stimulantes, contactez Céline au 416 395-5762. North York Central* April 9, May 7 7 pm Toronto WordSmiths Cedarbrae April 13, May 4 7 pm Toronto WordSmiths is a writing group for ages 16-29 to Toronto Reference April 20, May 25 7 pm share and learn from one another. All are welcome. Richview April 28, May 26 7 pm Yorkville April 30, May 28 7 pm Parkdale Mondays, April 6-May 11 5:30 pm

Teen Writers Group Cantonese Book Club Discuss Chinese literature in a relaxing atmosphere. Meet other creative teen writers. Share your writing with those who love to write. For ages 13-19. Goldhawk Park April 10, May 1, June 5 1 pm Brentwood April 7, 21; May 5, 19; June 2, 16, 30 4:30 pm Circulo de Lectura en Espanol North York Central April 9, 23; May 7, 21; June 4, 18 4:30 pm Discuss selected books in Spanish. KIDS & FAMILIES Palmerston April 13, May 4, June 1 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 Thorncliffe Thursdays, April 2-June 18 4 pm cette discussion de romans classiques, contemporains, et graphiques. Salle B1 Toronto Reference May 5 7 pm

13 * Call or visit the branch to register. For branch hours and locations, see pages 58–62. Connect with job counsellors, employment CAREER & JOB agencies and a wealth of SEARCH HELP 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 Building a Career in Intergenerational Work A representative from Employment Ontario provides Environments information to individuals looking for career changes and Ahmad-Shah Duranai-Khan, the author of The Leadership explains about employment services, including résumé Zone, explains how to build a strong career in an inter- and interview skills, government-sponsored training, self- generational organizational setting that requires people employment and other programs. working together for common goals. Albert Campbell April 3 10 am Toronto Reference May 6 6:30 pm

Employment Café LinkedIn Community agencies provide information on job search LinkedIn can help you with your career search using support, job postings and community information. recommended tools, joining groups, searching jobs and Centennial Tuesdays, April 7-June 30 1 pm companies and maintaining your profile. Participants must have an existing LinkedIn account. Program takes place in Job Search at Your Fingertips the Learning Centre. Find out how we can help you with your job search. To North York Central* May 7 2 pm register, call 416-395-5613. Program takes place in the Toronto Reference* June 8 6 pm Learning Centre. North York Central* April 16, May 21, June 18 2 pm Aging in the Canadian Workplace Learn about the challenges and opportunities the aging Résumé Review workforce presents for the mature worker. Program takes A Goodwill Employment Services counsellor provides one- place in the Beeton Auditorium. on-one résumé review sessions. North York Central* May 7 6:30 pm Albert Campbell* April 22 2 pm Hot Tips on Résumé Writing Looking for a Job, What to Say Colleen Clarke, career counselor, provides hot tips on A career counsellor, provides you with tools to assist you resume writing that entice employers to read the whole in networking, advice calls and interviews. Program takes resume thereby inviting you in for an interview. Program place in the Beeton Auditorium. takes place in the Beeton Auditorium. Toronto Reference May 13 6:30 pm Toronto Reference April 29 6:30 pm Are You Looking for a Job? Many programs are ongoing and we’re adding more Discover the job hunting resources available at the library, all the time. Visit torontopubliclibrary.ca/programs for such as company information, industry information and upcoming dates and to find out what’s new.

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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. Toronto Reference May 27 6:30 pm

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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

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15 * Call or visit the branch to register. For branch hours and locations, see pages 58–62. .4375” inset Learn more about using computer applications, COMPUTER & online resources and LIBRARY TRAINING 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 Find out how to connect online with your first email programs can help you get familiar with a computer, its account or through social networking websites. mouse and its keyboard -- as well as introduce you to the Email Made Easy Internet. Social Networking: Facebook, Twitter, Wikis and Blogs Computer Basics for Seniors Part I: Move That Mouse

Computer Basics for Seniors Part II: Explore the Web INTRODUCTION TO EBOOKS Seniors’ Drop-in Discover how to access Toronto Public Library’s ebook collections. Download ebooks to ereaders and mobile INTERNET AND LIBRARY RESEARCH devices, or stream them to a computer. Expand your online research skills by using Internet Ebook Basics and library content. Basic keyboarding and mouse skills are required and general knowledge of the Internet is WORD, EXCEL AND POWERPOINT recommended for these programs: Learn the basics of how to edit and format, create tables Web Basics I 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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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* April 10, May 5, June 19 10 am May 1, June 3 2 pm North York Central April 9, June 4 2 pm May 9 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 Make. Learn. Play. different languages. Program takes place in the Learning Centre. With Digital Technology Toronto Reference* April 10, May 28 2 pm Programs, classes and demos North York Central June 24 2 pm 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. Photoshop Find out why the information they provide makes them essential research tools. Program takes place in the Website design Learning Centre. Video green screen and editing Toronto Reference* April 16 2 pm DJ-ing and sound art Publisher Basics Intro to Arduino and Electronics Create a sign, personalize a calendar and design a Editing and preparing your book newsletter using the templates from Publisher, Microsoft Office’s desktop publishing program. Prerequisite: Word for Asquith Press printing service Basics, PowerPoint Basics or Excel Basics. Fort York Branch Toronto Reference* April 22, June 16 2 pm North York Central April 28, May 26, June 23 2 pm Scarbrough Civic Centre Branch (spring 2015) Toronto Reference Library Introduction to the Library Catalogue 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 digital 416-393-7209. Program takes place in the Learning Centre. innovation Toronto Reference* April 23, May 5, June 9 2 pm hubs Online Movies, Music and Magazines Program and registration details at Learn how to download free online movies, music and tpl.ca/dihprograms 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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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 ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION from experts. Pages 26-27. What can we do to help our fragile planet? Page 22. FIVE BIG QUESTIONS IN SCIENCE JUNE CALLWOOD LECTURE Anna Maria Tremonte hosts a panel on five big questions for the next 50 years. With special guest David Suzuki questions the environmental legacy we Leonard Mlodinow. Pages 27. are leaving future generations. Page 23 TD GALLERY EXHIBITS TORONTO COMIC ARTS FESTIVAL Take a look at our 2015 lineup. Pages 28-29. 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 Plus lectures, exhibits, discussions and The Sun Life Financial Museum + Arts Pass (MAP) lets more great programs at your branch. you visit Toronto’s museums for free. And now, the museums are coming to the library. Page 24.

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.

19 * Call or visit the branch to register. For branch hours and locations, see pages 58–62. TORONTO 2015 Pan Am/ More TORONTO 2015 Games Fun at the Library Parapan Am Games Programming at the Library PAN AM HUMAN LIBRARY Toronto Public Library partners with the City of Toronto for a wide range of free programming. The TORONTO 2015 Ever wonder what it’s like to be an athlete? Games begin July 10, but we have special events Or how many hours go into training? Or what it’s like to be starting in April. Join the celebrations! a sports journalist? The Human Library gives you up-close- and-personal access with the people behind the TORONTO 2015 Games. “Check out” a person the same way you check out a book. Talk one- on-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

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TORONTO’S SPORTING PAST A fun look at sport and recreation in 19th Spectator Jam century Toronto — the players, the fans and the Community Live Sites – venues. Coming in July! July 4 - September 5 Toronto Reference Library Don’t have tickets to the TORONTO 2015 Games? No problem. Enjoy all the action on outdoor big screens at our community ART EXHIBITS BY LOCAL live sites. You can also visit marketplaces COMMUNITY ARTISTS and local vendors. Bring your friends, At branches around the city. Locations family, chairs and coolers. Full event and MORE TO ENJOY and exhibits to be announced. live entertainment listings will be posted soon on our website. tpl.ca/exhibits Poetry Saved Our Lives Pan Am Poetry Slam Community Live Sites locations: Toronto Public Library has an incredible range of events in the Last year, we asked youth In the spirit of the TORONTO 2015 Games, Jane/Sheppard Branch upcoming months to celebrate the TORONTO 2015 Games. in eight branches to write, Canada’s most talented young poets take 1906 Sheppard Ave. West perform and evoke parts of their skills to the stage. Included in this PAN AM GAMES TORCH RELAY Toronto that resonate with showcase are the winning youth poets Malvern Branch them. Here’s your chance to from the Poetry Saved Our Lives showcase. 30 Sewells Rd. The relay starts May 30 and makes its final stop on July 10 at the Opening Ceremony. see these young emerging Come out and cheer on the contenders at Come out and witness when the torch passes by some of our libraries. Thorncliffe Branch artists and experience this inspiring event. 48 Thorncliffe Park Dr. the power of their words. PAN AM PATH CELEBRATIONS Fri. May 22, 6–9 pm Winning emerging young poets will be Bram & Bluma Appel Salon, York Woods Branch The path joins segments of Toronto together and features arts and cultural events leading up to selected to perform at the Pan Am Poetry Toronto Reference Library 1785 Finch Ave. West the TORONTO 2015 Games. Don’t miss what the library has in store. Slam in May. We’ll also feature special Pan Am programming at our branches, as well as exhibitions, family Sat. Apr. 18, 4–9 pm activities and more. North York Central Library

Visit our website for TORONTO 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games library program updates: tpl.ca/panam 201 torontopubliclibrary.catorontopubliclibrary.ca SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2014 ANSWERLINE 416-393-7131 2 * Call or visit the branch to register. TORONTO 2015 Pan Am/ More TORONTO 2015 Games Fun at the Library Parapan Am Games Programming at the Library PAN AM HUMAN LIBRARY Toronto Public Library partners with the City of Toronto for a wide range of free programming. The TORONTO 2015 Ever wonder what it’s like to be an athlete? Games begin July 10, but we have special events Or how many hours go into training? Or what it’s like to be starting in April. Join the celebrations! a sports journalist? The Human Library gives you up-close- and-personal access with the people behind the TORONTO 2015 Games. “Check out” a person the same way you check out a book. Talk one- on-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

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Visit our website for TORONTO 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games library program updates: tpl.ca/panam 1 torontopubliclibrary.ca SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2014 ANSWERLINE 416-393-7131 2 OUR FRAGILE PLANET NINTH ANNUAL JUNE CALLWOOD LECTURE

Fixing Our Broken Food System Humber River Watershed; A Journey Oil (In)Dependence? LETTERS TO MY GRANDCHILDREN: Our food system is not working properly. From Past to Present The unexpected drop in oil prices in REFLECTIONS FROM AN ELDER Diet-related illnesses are on the rise. The Humber is Toronto’s largest river late 2014 which arose in part from a Many farmers are going broke. Water system and has a rich and unique history. signifi cant increase in US domestic energy pollution and greenhouse gas emissions Discover why this river is such a signifi cant production, was met with trepidation by associated with agriculture keep landmark and learn what the City of analysts. Professor Anna Zalik (Faculty of Drawing on his own experiences, Dr. David Suzuki The annual June Callwood increasing. Continuing his discussion Toronto is doing to protect the natural Environmental Studies, York) looks at the challenges us to live with courage, conviction and Lecture honours the life, from last year, York University, Faculty areas surrounding it for generations to implications of this shift in the geopolitics passion as we learn from the past and look confidently work and legacy of journalist, of Environmental Studies professor Rod come. Presented by Humber Arboretum. of North American energy for work and to a sustainable future. author and social activist MacRae shares more ideas on how to fi x daily life in Mexico and Canada, key June Callwood (1924-2007). Thur. April 23, 7 pm our food system. sources of US oil for the past decade. In a lecture inspired by letters to his own grandchildren, It provides a platform for the Eatonville Branch the revered geneticist, environmentalist and activist Tues. April 7, 1 pm Tues. May 19, 1 pm exploration and discussion of explains why feminism is important, why it is dangerous Toronto Reference Library Toronto Reference Library contemporary social justice Heritage Trees: Preserving Our to deny our biological nature and why First Nations Beeton Auditorium Beeton Auditorium issues. If you would like to Natural Roots must lead a revolution. support the June Callwood Nature in the City The questions, “What are heritage Food Security – Community Gardens Lecture, contact the Toronto trees?” and “Why is it important to Photo: Shannon Mendes A book signing will follow the lecture. Public Library Foundation at From fi elds and forests to rivers and protect them?” are answered in this Grow more of your own food. Find out 416-397-5924. Wednesday, May 27, 7 pm ravines, Toronto’s varied habitats play illustrated talk. Drawing on the Ontario what is happening in your community Toronto Reference, Appel Salon host to an astounding diversity of Heritage Tree Alliance’s toolkit and using – from Food Security and Food Hubs to wildlife. Learn about the intriguing a special red oak found in Toronto as an Food Share – and how to get involved. Doors open at 6 pm species to be found in Canada’s largest With Charlyn Ellis, Food Security Dr. David Suzuki appears example, Edith George, advisor to the courtesy of Greystone Books. city. Local naturalist Richard Aaron talks Ontario Urban Forest Council, explains Program Facilitator at the Weston King Free tickets are required and available online at about the city’s best places to see and how trees can be designated as heritage. Neighborhood Centre. To register, call torontopubliclibrary.ca/appelsalon starting four weeks learn about nature. 416-395-5720. DAVID SUZUKI before the event. Tues. May 5, 7 pm Tues. April 7, 6:30 pm Taylor Memorial Branch Thur. May 21, 1 pm Annette Branch Downsview Branch Tues. June 9, 7 pm The Bram & Bluma Appel The Bram & Bluma Appel Salon Mount Pleasant Branch Fire, Ice, Drought and Flood: A at the Toronto Reference Library Join the conversation: History of Our Environment, Part I Fire, Ice, Drought, Flood: History of 2nd Floor • 789 Yonge Street #AppelSalon (one block north of Bloor Street) We humans originated in Africa and our Environment, Part II our movement around the globe was a at the Toronto Reference Library product of two “out of Africa” diasporas. Human populations were small and University of Toronto professor Tony largely nomadic until about 11,000 Davis discusses human origins, the rise of years ago, when the rise of agriculture civilization and the early travels and lives created a food surplus. Professor Tony of our ancestors. Davis, University of Toronto, looks at the urbanization, social stratifi cation and Tues. April 14, 2 pm other trappings of civilization – trade, TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY PRESENTS Deer Park Branch colonialism and the globalization of disease – which were to follow. The First Green Wave: Pollution TCAF: THE TORONTO COMIC ARTS Probe and the Origins of Thur. May 7, 2 pm Deer Park Branch Environmental Activism FESTIVAL 2015 Author Ryan O’Connor traces the rise And in Another Part of the Fen... of Toronto’s environmental movement Discovering Ontario’s Orchids and Meet 400 comics creators from more than a dozen countries through the story of Pollution Probe, one Wildfl owers of Canada’s pioneering environmental around the world activist organizations. Over 70 different wild orchids grow in Canada and more than half are found This May, visit the Toronto Reference Opening Night Event: Drawn & Tues. April 21, 6:30 pm in Ontario. Photographer/artist John Library for the greatest assembly of comics Quarterly 25 Toronto Reference Library, Atrium authors from around the world, including Alexander and Curator Emeritus at the Fri. May 8, 7 pm Scott McCloud (Understanding Comics, Royal Ontario Museum Peter Kaellgren Toronto Reference Library, Appel Salon go on a photographic journey in search of The Sculptor), Jillian Tamaki (This One these rare wildfl owers. Summer, Skim), and Japanese duo Gurihiru Main Exhibition: (Avatar: The Last Airbender). Celebrate Sat. May 9, 9 am-5 pm Wed. May 13, 1 pm the 25th Anniversary of acclaimed City Hall Branch Sun. May 10, 11 am-5 pm Canadian comics publisher Drawn & Toronto Reference Library Quarterly, participate in great readings Thur. May 28, 2 pm and workshops and so much more! For all Don Mills Branch Some of these programs have been details, visit torontocomics.com. made possible thanks to the support of the TD Friends of the Environment Art by Taiyo Matsumoto Foundation.

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Drawing on his own experiences, Dr. David Suzuki The annual June Callwood challenges us to live with courage, conviction and Lecture honours the life, passion as we learn from the past and look confidently work and legacy of journalist, to a sustainable future. author and social activist June Callwood (1924-2007). In a lecture inspired by letters to his own grandchildren, It provides a platform for the the revered geneticist, environmentalist and activist exploration and discussion of explains why feminism is important, why it is dangerous contemporary social justice to deny our biological nature and why First Nations issues. If you would like to must lead a revolution. support the June Callwood Lecture, contact the Toronto

Photo: Shannon Mendes A book signing will follow the lecture. Public Library Foundation at 416-397-5924. Wednesday, May 27, 7 pm Toronto Reference, Appel Salon

Doors open at 6 pm Dr. David Suzuki appears courtesy of Greystone Books. Free tickets are required and available online at torontopubliclibrary.ca/appelsalon starting four weeks DAVID SUZUKI before the event.

TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY 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 Opening Night Event: Drawn & Library for the greatest assembly of comics Quarterly 25 authors from around the world, including Fri. May 8, 7 pm Scott McCloud (Understanding Comics, Toronto Reference Library, Appel Salon The Sculptor), Jillian Tamaki (This One Summer, Skim), and Japanese duo Gurihiru Main Exhibition: (Avatar: The Last Airbender). Celebrate Sat. May 9, 9 am-5 pm the 25th Anniversary of acclaimed Sun. May 10, 11 am-5 pm Canadian comics publisher Drawn & Toronto Reference Library Quarterly, participate in great readings and workshops and so much more! For all details, visit torontocomics.com.

Art by Taiyo Matsumoto

23 * Call or visit the branch to register. For branch hours and locations, see pages 58–62. SUN LIFE FINANCIAL “To cut a long story Family Saturdays mapM USEUM+ A RTS PASS short, I donate because The Sun Life Financial Museum + Arts Pass (MAP) lets anyone with a valid adult library card borrow we love Storytimes.” 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 There are 100 reasons to give to suit kids ages 5-12 and their caregivers.

Toronto Public Library. Bata Shoe Museum Museum of Inuit Art Toronto Historic Sites: Toronto Historic Sites: Donate now and tell us yours. Explore museum objects and Touch museum artifacts, play Colborne Lodge in High Park Todmorden Mills Heritage hear the stories behind the traditional Inuit games and Enjoy games and toys from Site shoes. Make your own shoe- make your own piece of art. more than 150 years ago. Try out historic toys and shaped magnet craft. Sat. May 2, 2 pm Sat. May 2, 2 pm make your own 19th century Sat. May 2, 10 am Bloor/Gladstone Branch Spadina Road Branch plaything. Victoria Village Branch Sat. May 9, 2 pm Sat. May 9, 2 pm Sat. May 9, 10:30 am Sat. May 2, 2 pm Maryvale Branch Palmerston Branch S. Walter Stewart Branch Thorncliffe Branch Sat. May 23, 2 pm Toronto Historic Sites: Sat. May 16, 2 pm Main Street Branch Sat. May 16, 10 am Fairview Branch Gibson House Museum Annette Street Branch Sat. May 30, 2 pm Discover historic toys and games Sat. May 30, 2 pm Sat. May 16, 2 pm Pape/Danforth Branch* with costumed interpreters. Jones Branch St. James Town Branch *To register, call 416-393-7727. Create a small toy. Toronto Zoo Black Creek Pioneer Village Royal Ontario Museum Sat. May 2, 10:30 am Tigers, lions, leopards and Learn how wool from a sheep’s ROM rocks! Fossils, meteorites, Locke Branch jaguars are some of the large wild cats found at the Zoo. back turns into a shawl or gems. Learn about the Sat. May 2, 2 pm Learn how they eat and hunt. sweater. Tease, card, spin collections at the ROM and Downsview Branch wool and take home your own make a craft to take home. Find out what features the wild woollen bracelet. Sat. May 16, 2 pm cats share with your favourite Sat. May 2, 2 pm North York Central Library ﬂ uffy pet kitty and what it Sat. May 9, 2 pm Humber Summit Branch takes to be a wild cat. Steeles Branch* Toronto Historic Sites: Sat. May 9, 11 am *To register, call 416-396-8975. Mackenzie House Sat. May 2, 2 pm Burrows Hall Branch* McGregor Park Branch* Learn how newspapers, books Sat. May 16, 10:30 am *To register, call 416-396-8740. *To register, call 416-396-8935. Goldhawk Park Branch and images were created in the Sat. May 23, 2 pm 19th century. Print your own Sat. May 9, 10:30 am Sat. May 23, 2 pm Evelyn Gregory Branch souvenir on a press! Agincourt Branch Black Creek Branch Sat. May 30, 10 am Sat. May 9, 11 am Sat. May 30, 2 pm Sat. May 30, 2 pm Weston Branch Dufferin/St. Clair Branch Malvern Branch Centennial Branch Textile Museum Sat. May 30, 2:30 pm Gardiner Museum Discover how cloth is made and St. Lawrence Branch In many cultures, the dragon is weave your own bookmark. Toronto Historic Sites: a symbol of luck and prosperity. The MAP program is Sat. May 2, 2 pm Make a dragon using clay. Scarborough Museum generously sponsored by Long Branch Enjoy discovery boxes, games, Sat. May 2, 2 pm Sat. May 30, 2 pm reproduction 19th century toys Parliament Street Branch Mount Dennis Branch and stories. Sat. May 9, 2 pm Sat. May 2, 1 pm Gen has always loved the library. Now she enjoys taking her son to Storytimes at Sanderson Branch Cedarbrae Branch Sat. May 23, 2 pm their local branch. When she learned that helpful resources like the Let’s Get Ready Sat. May 9, 2 pm Brentwood Branch Highland Creek Branch for Reading guide are funded by donors, she decided to donate. Thanks to donors Sat. May 30, 2 pm Sat. May 16, 2 pm like Gen, Toronto Public Library can create exceptional programs, services and Pleasant View Branch Kennedy/Eglinton Branch collections for all to enjoy.

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TPL-Corporate ad- full page - Feb. 6. 2015 version 5 Asian Heritage Homelands Asian Festivals Sat. May 9, 1 pm Sat. May 23, 1 pm Heritage Riverdale Branch North York Central Library, Auditorium may 1 – 31 Sat. May 16, 1 pm month 2015 Richview Branch Sat. May 30, 10:30 pm A CITY-WIDE CELEBRATION OF ASIAN CULTURE 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

Native American Footwear: Introduction to Aboriginal Functional Works of Art Music Bata Shoe Museum’s Andrea Hear the eclectic sounds of First Field explores traditional Nations music. With Native decorative techniques on Native music journalist and radio host North American footwear. Brian Wright-McLeod. To register, call 416-395-5560. To register, call 416-395-5639. National Aboriginal Day: A Symposium Thur. June 4, 7 pm Thur. June 25, 7 pm North York Central Library North York Central Library Sunday, June 21 at Toronto Reference Library Auditorium Auditorium

Conversations with a Dead Spotlight on Films from Man: The Legacy of Duncan Turtle Island Campbell Scott Indigenous life through the Montreal poet Mark Abley indigenous lens. National Film explores the paradox of Duncan Board presents ﬁ lms by First Campbell Scott, an early 20th Nations ﬁ lmmakers and writers including Alanis Obamsawin. Cherie Dimaline Lee Maracle Marilyn Dumont century Canadian poet and fervent believer in assimilation. Visit torontopubliclibrary.ca/ aboriginal for details out what’s The Eh List Presents Wed. June 10, 7 pm playing. Bloor/Gladstone Branch Lee Maracle (Celia’s Song) and Marilyn Dumont (A Really Good Brown Girl). First Story Bus Tour: We Keep the Stories Exploring the Aboriginal Atrium, 1 pm Take part in a traditional round History of Toronto dance led by the Smoke Trail We Keep the Stories A three hour bus tour of Singers and several members of historical landmarks illustrating Take part in a traditional round dance led by the Smoke Trail the local powwow community the Indigenous presence in Singers and several members of the local powwow community in in full regalia. With Aboriginal Toronto. Begins at the Native full regalia. With Aboriginal Writer in Residence Cherie Dimaline. Writer in Residence Canadian Centre of Toronto. Cherie Dimaline. Atrium, 2 pm Seats are limited. To register, Sat. June 20, 1 pm call 416-393-7666. North York Central Library Sat. June 20, 10 am Concourse NO MORE SILENCE Sun. June 21, 2:30 pm Toronto Reference Library TD Bank Group is proud The CBC’s Michael Enright hosts a panel on Atrium to support Aboriginal Canada’s murdered and missing Aboriginal Celebration at Toronto women. Public Library Appel Salon, 4 pm

25 * Call or visit the branch to register. For branch hours and locations, see pages 58–62. Making Space for Peace What’s Painting the Moons in the Outer LECTURES IN ASTRONOMY Solar System? THOUGHT EXCHANGE International protective accompaniment is a security tactic used in 13 global Up-close images from the Cassini spacecraft Presented in collaboration with the Dunlap Institute for Astronomy & Astrophysics. confl ict zones, putting people under reveal a surprising process that has PROGRAMS FOR THE CONSTANTLY CURIOUS threat next to people who are less at risk. transformed the surfaces of distant moons of Whose lives are worth more, to build a the giant planets. With Dr. Daniel Tamayo. world where everyone counts? With York Common Misconceptions about the Life Cycle of Stars Thur. May 21, 7 pm University’s Sara Koopman. Mount Pleasant Branch Universe Using the latest images from the Hubble, Tues. May 26, 1 pm Spitzer and Herschel telescopes, Dr. John Percy “corrects” common The Amazing Universe Canadian Opera Company Talk: The Can the Arctic Council Survive? Toronto Reference Library misconceptions about the universe, from Dr. Michael Reid tells the story of how stars Beeton Auditorium Barber of Seville Can the Arctic Council survive the space aliens to black holes and the Big Bang. are born, live and die, a cycle that has been Alien worlds, extraterrestrial life, cosmic playing out for nearly fourteen billion years. catastrophes, black holes and dark matter: Editor of Opera Canada magazine Wayne increased nationalism among many of its Wed. April 1, 7 pm One World, One Game the real universe is more amazing than Gooding examines the different ways members, principally Canada and Russia, Bloor/Gladstone Branch Tues. May 5, 7 pm anything found in science fi ction. With Rossini’s riotous romp has been translated the two largest Arctic nations? With This summer, Toronto is ‘the world in one Don Mills Branch Dr. John Percy. to the stage since its premiere in 1816. To University of Toronto’s John English. city.’ With the infl ux of athletes from How are New Solar Systems Born? Latin America and Caribbean countries; register, call 416-395-5639. Tues. May 5, 1 pm Getting to Know Your Galactic Fri. May 22, 2 pm soccer explains and illuminates this great Veiled by dense clouds of gas and dust, Tues. April 14, 7 pm Toronto Reference Library Neighbourhood Don Mills Branch city. The Globe & Mail’s John Doyle new stars are continually being born in North York Central Library Beeton Auditorium initiates a discussion on how soccer and the Milky Way. Dr. Rachel Friesen explains York University’s Dr. Paola Rodriguez Cosmology, Cell Phones and Video Games Auditorium how astronomers peer into these stellar Hidalgo takes us on an exploration of our these athletes will illuminate this great Dr. Keith Vanderlinde explains how he and Queenship and Power in 16th nurseries using telescopes on earth and in surroundings, from the local solar system city. other scientists used technologies behind cell Toronto in Never-Never Land Century Europe: “The Monstrous space. to distant galaxies. Most importantly, she phones and video games to build massive Regiment of Women” Thur. May 28, 7 pm explains how we know where we are in this A conversation on Toronto’s “state of Wed. April 1, 7 pm radio telescopes that will map a larger Toronto Reference Library vast universe. grace”, when pop festivals and music The 16th century was a golden age of Beeton Auditorium Runnymede Branch volume of space than ever before. clubs shaped the 1960s and ‘70s. With female rulers in Europe. From England’s Wed. May 20, 7 pm Tues. May 26, 7 pm Toronto Star’s Peter Goddard. Mary and Elizabeth to the Netherlands’ Leaside Branch Treating Poverty as a Disease Rosetta: Deciphering the Language of St. Lawrence Branch Fri. April 17, 1 pm Margaret of Parma, queens won and lost Comets Gary Bloch, family physician at Toronto Reference Library their thrones in this tumultuous era. With The Search for Extraterrestrial St. Michael’s Hospital, and Michael Creek, In November 2014, the world witnessed Exoplanets and the Quest for Beeton Auditorium University of Toronto’s Carolyn Harris. Intelligence in the New Millennium director of Strategic Initiatives at Working the fi rst spacecraft landing on a comet. Extraterrestrial Biology Thur. May 21, 6:30 pm Dr. Sebastian Daemgen explains how we Can we fi nd intelligent life elsewhere in the for Change, discuss the health crisis posed Dr. Amaury Triaud discusses how one fi nds a The State of Homelessness in Canada Deer Park Branch got there and what we can learn. universe? Dr. Duy Cuong Nguyen explains by poverty and what we must do to treat planet and the techniques that will soon tell how astronomers are searching the heavens Since homelessness emerged, it – as individuals, as health providers, as Wed. April 22, 7 pm us whether life forms have arisen on planets to turn science fi ction into reality. communities have struggled to policy makers and as a society. North York Central Library outside our solar system. respond. Stephen Gaetz, professor and Auditorium Thur. May 21, 7 pm Tues. June 2, 1 pm Thur. June 18, 7 pm director of the Canadian Observatory Beaches Branch Toronto Reference Library Beaches Branch on Homelessness/Homeless Hub, Beeton Auditorium explores the causes and conditions of homelessness in Canada. Arab Feminist Thoughts on Identity, Tues. April 21, 1 pm Memory, Space and Resistance Toronto Reference Library DISPATCHES FROM THE FRONTIERS OF SCIENCE Activists Ghadeer Malek and Ghaida Beeton Auditorium Moussa present the thoughts of Arab 5 Big Questions for the Next Fifty Years feminists on issues of home(land), exile, Do Canada and the United States Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of York University’s Faculty of Science feminism, borders, gender and sexual Bear Striking Resemblances? identity, solidarity, language, resistance, Is our universe the only one? How do we prevent a Free tickets are required and available online at Much has been said about the idea that and (de)colonization. zombie plague? Will biometrics eliminate privacy torontopubliclibrary.ca/appelsalon starting four altogether? Will climate change put fi sh in hot weeks before the event. the United States is fundamentally Tues. June 23, 1 pm different from all other countries. water? Should we trust the machines? Toronto Reference Library Anna Maria Tremonti It is possible, however, to argue Beeton Auditorium Join York University professors Matthew Johnson, the contrary – especially for Jane Heffernan, Demian Ifa, Sapna Sharma and Canadians. With University Edward Jones-Imhotep in a conversation with CBC of Toronto’s Robert Radio’s The Current host Anna Maria Tremonti. Left to right: Matthew Johnson, Jane Heffernan, Demian Ifa, Bothwell. Sapna Sharma, Edward Jones-Imhotep With special guest Leonard Mlodinow. Opening Tues. April 28, 1 pm Leonard Mlodinow remarks by Dean of Science Ray Jayawardhana, Toronto Reference Library York University. Beeton Auditorium Wednesday, May 6 7 pm

2610 torontopubliclibrary.catorontopubliclibrary.ca Except where noted, all programs are free. * Call or visit the branch to register. 27 * Call or visit the branch to register. For branch hours and locations, see pages 58–62. The TD Gallery at the Toronto Reference Library is a space for THE TD GALLERY EXPERIENCE Torontonians and visitors alike to connect with our collective Gallery exhibitions are brought to life with related cultural memory. Stories are told and histories explored through rare and unique items — including art, manuscripts, books and events and experiences online and at the Toronto artifacts — curated from over four million pieces collected by TDGALLERY Reference Library the library since 1884 and held in the Marilyn & Charles Baillie AT THE TORONTO REFERENCE LIBRARY Special Collections Centre in the Toronto Reference Library. Fascinating programs and curator tours illuminate the A visit to the TD Gallery is sometimes surprising, often materials and take you deeper into the stories and histories of captivating, always engaging. Come visit the TD Gallery and the exhibits; led by the exhibits’ curators and special guests. be informed and inspired. TD Gallery Online offers 24/7 access to the Special Collections, Toronto Public Library is excited to announce our lineup with a digital archive, virtual exhibits and videos. tpl.ca/tdgallery for the 2015 Exhibition Season of the TD Gallery. Marilyn & Charles Baillie Special Collections Centre is a place to dive deeper into the library’s rich and varied collections TD Gallery From iconic moments captured on film, to some of the most original and compelling featured in the Gallery exhibits. Come visit the fifth floor and Season works of art in books, the TD Gallery offers something for everyone. Come explore ask one of our expert librarians to guide you through the Sponsor material, or explore the materials on your own, at your leisure. the library’s diverse, and often rare Special Collections in fun and exciting ways. 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.

APRIL 18 – JUNE 14 JULY 4 – SEPTEMBER 5 SEPTEMBER 26 – NOVEMBER 29 DECEMBER 19 – JANUARY 31, 2016 Exposed Toronto’s Sporting Past John J. Audubon’s Sendak 50 Featuring highlights from the Toronto Star Photograph In celebration of this summer’s games in the city, a fun Original works of art by Maurice Sendak, in celebration of the Archive — people, places and events spanning the 20th look at sport and recreation in 19th century Toronto — Birds of America 50th anniversary of Where the Wild Things Are, and items from century. the players, the fans and the venues. A sampling of images from the double elephant folio — the library’s Osborne Collection of Early Children’s Books. one of only five copies in Canada. With support of the Friends of the Osborne Collection. Special thanks to the lenders to the exhibition and to AFANYC Photo credit: Bob Olsen / Toronto Star for their support.

283 torontopubliclibrary.catorontopubliclibrary.ca SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2014 ANSWERLINE 416-393-7131 4 * Call or visit the branch to register. The TD Gallery at the Toronto Reference Library is a space for THE TD GALLERY EXPERIENCE Torontonians and visitors alike to connect with our collective Gallery exhibitions are brought to life with related cultural memory. Stories are told and histories explored through rare and unique items — including art, manuscripts, books and events and experiences online and at the Toronto artifacts — curated from over four million pieces collected by TDGALLERY Reference Library the library since 1884 and held in the Marilyn & Charles Baillie AT THE TORONTO REFERENCE LIBRARY Special Collections Centre in the Toronto Reference Library. Fascinating programs and curator tours illuminate the A visit to the TD Gallery is sometimes surprising, often materials and take you deeper into the stories and histories of captivating, always engaging. Come visit the TD Gallery and the exhibits; led by the exhibits’ curators and special guests. be informed and inspired. TD Gallery Online offers 24/7 access to the Special Collections, Toronto Public Library is excited to announce our lineup with a digital archive, virtual exhibits and videos. tpl.ca/tdgallery for the 2015 Exhibition Season of the TD Gallery. Marilyn & Charles Baillie Special Collections Centre is a place to dive deeper into the library’s rich and varied collections TD Gallery From iconic moments captured on film, to some of the most original and compelling featured in the Gallery exhibits. Come visit the fifth floor and Season works of art in books, the TD Gallery offers something for everyone. Come explore ask one of our expert librarians to guide you through the Sponsor material, or explore the materials on your own, at your leisure. the library’s diverse, and often rare Special Collections in fun and exciting ways. 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.

3 torontopubliclibrary.ca SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2014 ANSWERLINE 416-393-7131 294 * Call or visit the branch to register. For branch hours and locations, see pages 58–62. community art

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Evocations Identity Inspirational From the Street Geometry in Composition by Joanne Shenfeld by Claudio Places and from the Field Nature on the Maple Deer Park Ghirardo by Wesley Morris by Leslie Lane by Anna Leaf Runnymede Deer Park Oakwood Village Pisemskaya by Brunot T. Nseke Deer Park Runnymede

Natural Splendors Through Our Reverse Forgotten Life Life in by Bruce Henaut Eyes Macros Memories by Janice Charcoal Don Mills by East York by Kathy Toth by Maha Munaf Arnott by Olga Fateeva Collegiate Don Mills Runnymede Don Mills Woodside Square S. Walter Stewart

Home Grown Treasures in the Lee’s Fine Art A Collection of Scenic Architectural by Cara Sicoly City by Lee Fah Chua Watercolours and Landscapes Photography Fairview by Nicole Corrado Fairview Oil Paintings by Bruce Henaut by Adolfo Woodside Square from the East Fairview Fernandez York Foundation Yorkville S. Walter Stewart The Second Papercuts This is a Collection People and Places Glance by Josefina Fractal Botany by The Book Club in Southern by Corry Sobol Hernandez by Chris Whitside Leaside Ontario Leaside Woodside Square by David Flett Yorkville

Oakwood Village

Art in Transit: TTC Always a Portraits Bridesmaid by Nicole Little by Heather Northern District Armour Northern District

New Works Acrylic and Oil by Lawrence Paintings Glazer by Sau Mok Tam North York Central North York Central

community art

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APRIL MAY JUNE

Oakwood Village

Art in Transit: TTC Always a Portraits Bridesmaid by Nicole Little by Heather Northern District Armour Northern District

New Works Acrylic and Oil by Lawrence Paintings Glazer by Sau Mok Tam North York Central North York Central

CULTURE, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY

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Film Club Let’s Talk Early and Period Music Watch a movie, then discuss with the group. For movie list, Aisslinn Nosky, known to Torontonians as the fiery violinist call or visit the branch. with the red hair, discusses early and baroque music. She Albion April 2, May 7, June 4 2 pm will also demonstrate the baroque and modern violins. Sanderson April 8, May 13, June 10 5 pm Program takes place in the Beeton Auditorium. 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 Program takes place in the Beeton Auditorium. news and views on a variety of topics, do a simple craft or Toronto Reference April 4 1 pm to learn a new skill. Barbara Frum April 14, May 12, June 9 2 pm World’s Great Cities – Rome Explore a bit of history, enjoy some cultural treasures, stop From Book to Film for a coffee, and get to see the city that always makes it Classic movies based on popular literary works. possible for us to “do as the Romans do”. Alderwood April 16, May 14, June 11 2 pm Deer Park April 7 6:30 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 Listen to the unique stories and histories of Kensington partnership with the Consulate General of the Republic of Market. Poland in Toronto. Lillian H. Smith April 19 2 pm Runnymede April 8, May 13 6 pm Nancy Drew Turns 85! At the Movies This classic and timeless sleuth is still just as smart, Join us for a great movie. Admission is free and you can resourceful and independent. Come get the scoop on bring your own refreshments to enjoy. Contact the branch Nancy, the people who created her, as well as the mystery to find out what’s playing. writers she has inspired. Eglinton Square April 9, May 14, June 11 1:30 pm Leaside April 22 7 pm Port Union Mondays, April 13-June 29 6 pm Dufferin/St. Clair April 14 6 pm Films for Seniors Palmerston April 23, May 21, June 11 6 pm Movies just for older adults. Danforth/Coxwell April 30, May 28, June 25 2 pm Brookbanks April 23, May 21, June 18 2 pm Cliffcrest Wednesdays, June 3-June 17 2 pm Discovering Canada’s Bruce Trail The Bruce Trail is the oldest and longest marked hiking National Canadian Film Day trail in Canada. In this talk, come along on a discovery hike Reel Canada presents National Canadian Film Day, on the trail and see what we can find. Program takes place celebrating the wonderful films made in Canada. Contact in the Auditorium. the branch to find out what’s playing. North York Central April 9 7 pm Bloor/Gladstone April 29 6 pm Downsview April 29 4 pm Armchair Travel Dufferin/St. Clair April 29 4 pm A charming travel slide presented by raconteur Irwin North York Central April 29 6 pm Patterson. York Woods April 29 1 pm Hillcrest April 10 1:30 pm

Tea and Entertainment 19th Fantastic Pulp Show A wide variety of films followed by refreshments in the Featuring ‘golden age’ pulp magazines from the auditorium. 1920s-1960s and a lecture on pulp art. Lecture takes place North York Central Fridays, April 10-June 26 2 pm in the 3rd floor reading room of the Merril Collection at 1:30pm. The pulp show takes place on the lower level. Lillian H. Smith May 9 10 am

32 torontopubliclibrary.ca * Call or visit the branch to register. APRIL – JUNE 2015 CULTURE, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

MUSIC Concerts, intimate performances and presentations on the magic of music.

The Four Seasons Remixed Brazil Artscapes: Rhythm and Sound Vivaldi’s Four Seasons is an iconic work that transcends Spoken word, dance and music with three outstanding cultural boundaries. We explore this work through a artists in the Brazilian community Ricardo Sternberg, different lens in a jazz version of Spring, a string quartet Luanda Jones and Newton Moraes. version of Summer and complete remixes of Autumn and Winter. Program takes place in the theatre. Toronto Reference May 13 7 pm Fairview April 30 7 pm What Makes Music Great? The Pulse of Latin Percussion Toronto Symphony invites music expert Rob Kapilow to lead you on a discovery of what makes these works so From Samba to Rumba, Tango and Mambo, Latin timeless and exceptional. To register, call 416-395-5639. American music can be found on dance floors around Program takes place in the auditorium. the world. Hear some of the finest percussionists explore these richly varied styles and infectious rhythms that will North York Central May 14 7 pm have you moving in your seat. Squeezebox Palmerston May 5 7 pm 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 When Paul Stockton was laid off, he took it as an deltas, deserts and Victoria Falls, with Amanda Kwong. opportunity to realize his long-time dream of cycling across Program takes place in the auditorium. Canada. Join him as he shares photos and stories of the North York Central May 12 7 pm places, people and wildlife he encountered on his journey from coast to coast. To register, call 416-395-5660. Program Ways of Seeking: Art & Curating takes place in the auditorium. Canadian art critic David Balzer and Canadian painter North York Central June 15 12:10 pm Margaux Williamson draw from their experiences and their books. Program takes place in the Hinton Learning Toronto Downtown Jazz Festival Theatre. An evening of inspiring jazz with Juno nominated Tara Toronto Reference May 26 7 pm Davidson. Program takes place in the concourse. North York Central June 16 7 pm Academic Conference on Canadian Science Fiction and Fantasy TEENS Join us for this year’s conference which takes place on the 3rd floor in the Merril Collection of Science Fiction and Movie Matinée Fantasy. Movies just for teens. Lillian H. Smith June 6 9 am Parliament Street April 18, May 30, June 27 2 pm

Fandom Day A celebration of fandom. Share your fanfiction and fanart, Many programs are ongoing and we’re adding more vote for your OTP, debate which fandom is the best. We all the time. Visit torontopubliclibrary.ca/programs for cap it all off with cosplay! upcoming dates and to find out what’s new. York Woods April 25 1 pm

33 * Call or visit the branch to register. For branch hours and locations, see pages 58–62. CULTURE, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY

Learn the Art of Capoeira Three Little Pigs at the Library This workshop exposes you to the basics of Capoeira, a Join us for our version of the Three Little Pigs. Instead of Brazilian martial art that combines elements of dance, building homes, these clever Little Pigs build libraries. Will acrobatics and music. Instructors from Axé Capoeira they be successful in making their mother’s wishes come Toronto provide a history as well as show you Capoeira true or will they be blown down by the big bad wolf? fundamentals including basic kicks, escapes and acrobatics. Danforth/Coxwell April 18, 20 10:30 am For ages 12-19. Don Mills* June 9 4 pm Puppet Show: The Three Little Pigs Join us for this classic fairy tale about three pigs and a very KIDS & FAMILIES naughty wolf. Free tickets available 30 minutes before the performance. For children ages 4 and up. Family Films Long Branch May 5 7 pm G-rated movies for the whole family. Albion April 4, May 2, June 6 2 pm PA Day Movies Steeles April 11, May 23, June 20 11 am Enjoy a movie on PA day! York Woods April 27, May 25, June 29 4 pm Albion June 5 2 pm Fort York June 5, 26 2 pm Swallowing Clouds Dance and Literacy Program Danforth/Coxwell June 5 2 pm This three-week workshop introduces you to the world Palmerston June 5 2 pm of art and creativity. Working with professional dancers, Thorncliffe June 5, 26 4 pm musicians and authors you are guided through an inspiring Steeles June 26 1 pm creative journey leading up to an exciting performance. For ages 9-12. Party with the Rainbow Bloor/Gladstone Wednesdays, Thursdays, April 8-April 23 4 pm A fun, family friendly way to celebrate World Pride with all Danforth/Coxwell Saturdays, May 2-June 6 10 am the colours of the rainbow and games, crafts, activities and contests. Dress code: Wear one colour of the rainbow. For TD Shakespeare for Kids Library Club ages 5-12 and their parents or caregivers. Join us for storytelling adventures. Explore the world of Fort York* June 20 2 pm 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, Culture, Arts & Romeo & Juliet, The Tempest, and Twelfth Night. Albion April 11-May 16 2 pm Entertainment in Other Barbara Frum April 11-May 16 2 pm Beaches April 11-May 16 10 am Languages Brentwood April 11-May 16 2 pm Centennial April 11-May 16 2 pm Un après-midi au cinéma Goldhawk Park April 11-May 16 2 pm Malvern April 11-May 16 2 pm Le film sera suivi d’une discussion avec Marcelle Lean, Directrice de Cinéfranco. Morningside April 11-May 16 10 am Parliament Street April 11-May 16 10 am North York Central June 13 2 pm York Woods* April 11-May 16 10 am

34 torontopubliclibrary.ca * Call or visit the branch to register. 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. YOUR TORONTO While our speakers, at first glance, appear to DESTINATION have nothing in common, Treehousers know FOR ALL THINGS that where three ideas collide, countless more GERMANY emerge. 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

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35 * Call or visit the branch to register. For branch hours and locations, see pages 58–62. TPL-Tibute ad- half page - Feb. 18 2015 version 8 ESL & Find ESL classes, conversation circles and materials in your own NEWCOMERS language to help you get settled in your new home.

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English Conversation Circle Citizenship Mentoring Circle Practise your conversation skills and learn about the library. A ten-session mentoring program for newcomers covering Bridlewood Wednesdays, April 1-June 24 3 pm all the topics in the Discover Canada citizenship book. North York Central Wednesdays, April 1-June 24 6 pm Funded by Citizenship and Immigration Canada. For North Parkdale Wednesdays, April 11-June 24 6pm York Central, call 416-588-6288, Ext. 220 to register. Thorncliffe Tuesdays, April 7-June 30 1 pm Toronto Reference Tuesdays, April 7-June 9 6 pm York Woods Tuesdays, April 7-June 30 6 pm Burrows Hall Thursdays, April 9-June 11 6 pm Woodside Square Saturdays, April 11-May 9 10:30 am English Language Class North York Central Mondays, May 25-June 29 6 pm Classes are offered in basic to advanced levels to help you with your English language skills and to learn about Building a Networking Strategy that Works Canadian culture. This program also helps students get Learn to set networking goals and identify the right ready for TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) people with whom to network. Ways for breaking the – a test that is for university admission. Programs are by ice, managing contacts and using LinkedIn effectively are Toronto District School Board or Toronto Catholic District discussed. In partnership with Citizenship and Immigration School Board. Ongoing registration. Call the branch to Canada and YMCA. Programs take place in the Beeton find out what class levels are offered. There is no day care Auditorium. offered. Toronto Reference April 8, June 17 1 pm Dawes Road* Tuesdays-Thursdays, April 1-June 30 9:30 am Goldhawk Park* Mondays, Wednesdays, April 1-June 24 10 am TOEFL & IELTS Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, April 1-June 29 11:30 am Free test preparation sessions with a trained experienced Malvern* Tuesdays-Thursdays, April 1-June 25 9:30 am tutor for Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and TOEFL Preparation Class International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Thorncliffe Fridays, April 10-June 26 6 pm Helps you prepare for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) for university admission. You must be at Information for Newcomers with COSTI least 18 years old and a resident of Toronto to join. Bring YMCA assessment and referral, identification with address COSTI provides assistance in settling into your new and proof of your status in Canada. Program takes place in community including information on employment, Room 1. education, health resources and housing. Located in Room 2/3. North York Central Tuesdays, Thursdays, April 2-June 25 6 pm North York Central April 24, May 29, June 26 1 pm ESL for Seniors Chinese Family Services of Ontario (CFSO) Drop in and learn basic English. CFSO provides a wide range of services such as individual/ Woodside Square Thursdays, April 2-June 25 9:15 am marital/family counselling, settlement service, youth groups and parenting groups. Fairview April 28, May 26, June 23 3:30 pm

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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

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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 material in your own language

ESL & Newcomer Explore more than 40 Programs in Other languages available in our Languages collections. Newcomer Programs (in Chinese) With The Cross-Cultural Community Services Association torontopubliclibrary.ca/yourlanguage for newcomers. Steeles April 22, May 27, June 24 2 pm

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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.

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37 * Call or visit the branch to register. For branch hours and locations, see pages 58–62. Participate in classes, workshops and lectures HEALTH & that explore a variety of ways to keep healthy in WELLNESS mind, body and spirit.

Bellydancing at Woodside Square Branch

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Seniors Exercise and Falls Prevention Mental Health 101 In partnership with Carefirst Seniors and Community An overview of mental illnesses and treatments are Services. described as well as services are available and how to Hillcrest* Wednesdays, April 1-June 24 1 pm access them. In partnership with Reconnect Mental Health services. Meditation Hour Eatonville April 9 7 pm Meditation Toronto provides free stress management through restorative meditation. Includes 20 minutes of Laughter Yoga meditation and 40 minutes of stress relieving exercises. Discover the physical, emotional and social benefits of Bring your own mat or towel. laughter exercises and yoga breathing. Bring water and Barbara Frum April 2, 23; June 4, 11 7 pm wear comfy clothes. The sessions are led by a certified Oakwood Village* April 20, May 25, June 22 6:30 pm laughter yoga teacher. Eatonville April 13, May 11, June 8 2:30 pm The Incredible Years A free parenting program hosted by Toronto Public Health. Diabetes Prevention For parents with children ages 2-6. Child care available. This talk highlights the types, causes, risk factors, signs and Oakwood Village Saturdays, April 4-18 9:30 am symptoms associated with Type-2 diabetes and how it can be prevented. Slimming Meals That Heal Woodside Square April 14 7 pm Nutritionist Julie Daniluk shares science-based information that will shatter your need to count calories and conquer Increase Your Internal Resistance to Stress cravings. Programs take place in the Beeton Auditorium Learn effective strategies for both reducing negative Toronto Reference April 8 6:30 pm stressors and for increasing our “internal resistance” to stress. Seniors 101 Eatonville* April 15 6:45 pm Guest speakers discuss topics ranging from arthritis to vision care and everything in between. Receive help Dental Health finding information and resources and learn about health Learn how to help your child have healthy teeth and a and wellness, aging well and much more. happy smile. Malvern April 9, May 14, June 11 1 pm Kennedy/Eglinton April 15 11:15 am

38 torontopubliclibrary.ca * Call or visit the branch to register. APRIL – JUNE 2015 HEALTH & WELLNESS

Growing Up Naturally Allergies Demystified A three-part series for first time parents with children ages Explore the biology behind allergies with SciChat, a 0-3 to learn about the importance of growth, bonding, student-run adult outreach initiative at the Department of natural health care, child balance and self-care. Immunology, University of Toronto. Alderwood* Thursdays, April 16-30 10 am Beaches May 6 7 pm

Vitamins: To Take or Not To Take? Arthritis and Autoimmunity Dr. Adrian Nasager answers questions regarding University of Toronto researchers from the Dept. of supplementation with vitamins in a question and answer Immunology introduce our immune systems, and format. explain how they can sometimes over-react and cause Eatonville* April 16 7 pm autoimmunity and other serious problems such as arthritis. Eatonville* May 6 6:30 pm Restoring Balance Physiotherapist Paul Godlewski discusses dizziness, vertigo De-stress and Engage for Healthy Cognitive Aging and falls, their causes and solutions. A presentation by Dr. Alexandra J. Fiocco, Assistant Eatonville* April 20 10:30 am Professor, Department of Psychology, Ryerson University and the Stress and Health Aging Research Lab. Spring Blooming: Aromatics for You and Your Family Leaside May 6 7 pm Aromatherapy, breathing and spring healing techniques presented by Monika Meulman. Wish You Were Here Alderwood April 20 6:30 pm When Francesca Cavaliere’s son committed suicide, she wrote a book and became a speaker to bring awareness Air Quality Health Index, UV Index and Sun Safety to and increase acceptance of mental health issues, to help comfort families who have suffered this tragic loss Tips for lowering your risk of skin cancer. and to help them feel that there is hope after such a great Barbara Frum* April 21 6:30 pm tragedy. Barbara Frum* May 12 2 pm Walk into Health Learn about the benefits of walking, physical activity Your Body on Neighbourhood Watch: Cancer guidelines, setting goals and tracking progress, safety tips Recognition by the Immune System and the library’s pedometer lending program. An education seminar about cancer, presented by SciChat Kennedy/Eglinton April 21 4 pm Immunology graduate students from the University of Toronto. Stay On Your Feet! Gerrard/Ashdale May 21 7 pm Toronto Public Health representative talks about how to prevent falls and keep your independence by reducing Film: Change is the Rule of Life falling risk factors, staying active and healthy, and taking Documentary producer Ken Stern screens Change is medications safely. the Rule of Life, a short film which portrays the life Beaches April 23 7 pm transitions older adults face when living independently become more challenging. A panel discussion follows Importance of Health: Body and Mind with representatives from CCAC, ESS Support Services, A health coach provides participants with the necessary Alzheimer’s Toronto and other service organizations. tools to take charge of your life and move towards better Eatonville* May 25 2 pm health. Albert Campbell April 25 11 am Distracted Thinking Dr. Nasreen Khatri from Rotman Research Institute Nordic Poling discusses how the brain responds to information overload, Learn about this great way to exercise with Greg Bellamy technology and instant communication. Is there a change of Nordixx.com. in ability to juggle or handle distractions as one ages? Albert Campbell* April 30 2 pm Presented in partnership with Baycrest. Program takes place in the Beeton Auditorium. Say Om: Yoga and Meditation 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

39 * Call or visit the branch to register. For branch hours and locations, see pages 58–62. HEALTH & WELLNESS TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY

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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 do you have a

Health & Wellness paw Programs in Other Languages 1. License your pet. Wellness Program (in Mandarin) A wellness program with St. Paul’s Community Services and Housing for older adults and seniors. 2. Become a member Steeles April 2, May 7, June 4 1 pm of the BluePaw Wellness Club for Seniors (in Mandarin) Make new friends, share ideas and learn how to keep fit to program. become a happier and healthier you. Bridlewood April 22, May 27, June 24 9:30 am 3. Enjoy the savings!

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41 * Call or visit the branch to register. For branch hours and locations, see pages 58–62. Explore local, Canadian or HISTORY & world history via programs and resources that make GENEALOGY the connections for you.

Pond hockey on Don Flats in Toronto, ca. 1900. Toronto Public Library Special Collections

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Finding Your Upper Canada Ancestors For those who have ancestors who lived in Ontario HISTORICAL SOCIETY between the 1790s and the 1860s (when it was first called Upper Canada and then Canada West). This one- TALKS day workshop explores the various kinds of social records Discussions on local historical subjects about your about the people of this province before 1867 as well as neighbourhood. Meetings are free and often have some of the economic and social history relevant to living guest speakers. at that time and place. Fee: $50 ($45 for OGS members). Register at torontofamilyhistory.org/learn/workshops. Co- Historical Society Talks sponsored with the Ontario Genealogical Society. Program takes place in the auditorium. Discussions on local historical subjects about your North York Central April 11 9:30 am neighbourhood. Meetings are free and often have guest speakers. Ancestry.ca: Library Edition East York Learn effective searching techniques and research your family history. Bring your questions, photos and memorabilia and join Toronto Reference* April 13, May 14 2 pm the discussion. Call 416-396-3975 for the topic. Downsview* April 16 1 pm S. Walter Stewart April 15 2 pm May 26 7:30 pm Lost Breweries of Toronto Scarborough Canada’s only nationally syndicated beer columnist and author of Lost Breweries of Toronto, Jordan St. John Guest speaker Ted Barris presents The Great Escape: A explores our city’s once-prominent breweries of the Canadian Story. nineteenth century. Program takes place in Room 1. Bendale April 28 7:30 pm North York Central April 15 6:30 pm

Genealogy Discussion Group The Battle of Britain: The 75th Anniversary Hear about the latest ideas on how to do genealogy research effectively in an online world. Program takes Learn more about the Battle of Britain, fought over the place in Room 1. Co-sponsored with the Ontario summer skies of England in 1940. This decisive air battle Genealogical Society. Register at torontofamilyhistory.org/ was a major turning point in the Luftwaffe’s efforts to win learn/courses. air superiority before an invasion of England. North York Central May 6, 20, 27 6:30 pm Jane/Dundas April 9 7 pm Wychwood May 7 7 pm

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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 SPORTS IN HISTORY tools and resources you will need to start your research. An entertaining and slightly idiosyncratic Richview May 13 6:30 pm look at sports history to mark the Pan Am/ Parapan Am Games in Toronto. Presented Genetic Genealogy in collaboration with ActiveHistory.ca. Learn more about genetic genealogy and DNA testing. Register at torontofamilyhistory.org/learn/workshops. Gladiators in Ancient Rome: Sport in the Service Program takes place in the auditorium. of Imperial Power North York Central June 6 9:30 am 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 Many programs are ongoing and we’re adding more Terry Fox in ways you might not expect. all the time. Visit torontopubliclibrary.ca/programs for Danforth/Coxwell May 27 6:30 pm upcoming dates and to find out what’s new.

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An interactive online exhibit of people, places and events along the world’s longest street.

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43 * Call or visit the branch to register. For branch hours and locations, see pages 58–62. Feed your fun side. Start with an inexpensive hobby, HOBBIES, CRAFTS create art with professional artists or just relax with & GAMES any of our other leisure activities.

Playing chess at Malvern Branch

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Crocheting/Knitting Jewelry Making for Beginners A great place to share your interest whether you’re a Unleash your creative side and learn to make beautiful beginner or a pro. Bring your handiwork and spend some jewelry in this hands-on workshop. time with fellow knitters and crocheters. Eatonville May 4 2 pm York Woods Wednesdays, April 1-June 24 4 pm Main Street Thursdays, April 2-June 25 9:30 am Watercolours Inspired by Lawren Harris Long Branch Thursdays, April 2-June 25 4:30 pm The art of Canadian icon Lawren Harris is the inspiration Cedarbrae Mondays, April 6-May 11 5 pm for this watercolour painting workshop lead by artist Asha. Centennial Tuesdays, April 7-June 30 6:30 pm Don Mills* May 6 6 pm Cliffcrest Tuesdays, April 7-June 23 6:30 pm Downsview April 8, 22; May 6, 20 1 pm How to Make a Great Photograph, Using Old and Port Union Saturdays, April 11-June 27 9:30 am New Technology Annette Street April 23, May 28, June 25 7 pm What makes a great photograph? Explore some of the Brain Games iconic photographs from the birth of photography 175 years ago to today and see how the basic guidelines for a Puzzles, cards and games increase your memory and great photo have not changed significantly — but what work your mind. Bring your own or try one of ours. In has changed is the ability to apply these guidelines using partnership with Malvern Family Resource Centre, Seniors today’s technology. Centre. Barbara Frum May 7 6:30 pm Malvern April 23, May 28, June 25 1 pm Wire Work Jewellery Rug Hooking Need an idea for a special gift for someone? Why not Join fellow rug hookers as we get together to work on create a unique ring and necklace for that hard-to-buy individual projects. All skill levels are welcome. Please bring person on your list? your own project. Woodside Square* May 23 10:30 am Mimico Centennial April 25, May 23, June 27 12 pm

Tatting, anyone? Drop in and spend some time with fellow Tatters. Everyone welcome regardless of experience. Long Branch April 25, May 23, June 27 1 pm

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Call of Gamers Gaming Get your game on with video games. An afternoon of Wii and XBox 360 fun. Malvern Thursdays, April 2-June 25 6:15 pm Humberwood Wednesdays, April 1 3 pm Don Mills April 10, June 12 4 pm York Woods Tuesdays, April 7-June 30 4 pm S. Walter Stewart April 13, May 11, June 8 11:45 am Parliament Street April 30, May 28, June 25 5 pm Bunny Scavenger Hunt Help the bunny find all the hidden items in the library! Fibre Arts Club Gerrard/Ashdale April 2 4 pm Knit a bit or a lot! Bring your needles and enjoy a fun afternoon of knitting and other fibre arts. Boyz Klub Thorncliffe April 4, 18; May 2, 16, 30; June 12, 13, 27 1 pm Hang out at our cool after school spot where you can get homework help, play games and mentorship from guest Board Game Club speakers. For boys ages 10-13. A tournament of card and board games. For ages 13-18. York Woods* Fridays, April 3-June 19 4 pm Thorncliffe April 10, 17; May 8, 22; June 19 4 pm Chess Get Inspired Workshops: Pom Pom Creations Improve your math skills and critical thinking. For ages Learn how to turn yarn into pom pom creatures. For ages 6-12. 11-18. Bridlewood Fridays, April 3-June 26 6 pm S. Walter Stewart* May 15 4 pm Brookbanks Saturdays, April 4- June 27 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 Mondays, April 6-June 29 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 7 pm Steeles May 8 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

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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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 Create unity, drama and colour in your garden with step- these vegetables need to thrive, how to grow them in by-step plans for a small garden space and how to keep containers, preventing problems and optimizing yields. it healthy. Danforth/Coxwell April 1 6:30 pm Toronto Reference April 22 6:30 pm Riverdale May 6 6:30 pm Growing the Romantics: Roses, Peonies and Irises S. Walter Stewart May 12 6:30 pm Learn about the history of these plants, growing conditions, pruning and soil fertilization. Pollinator Gardens Malvern* April 9 1 pm Get the latest buzz on creating a haven for pollinators. Topics include: What is a pollinator garden and why Balcony and Terrace Container Gardening plant one, the characteristics of pollinator plants and recommendations for specific plants. A presentation of inspiring photos and practical ideas for successful gardening above ground. High Park April 22 6:45 pm Dawes Road April 11 11 am The Basics of Vegetable Gardening Weston April 22 2 pm City Hall April 23 1 pm Growing your own food! Learn about soil, crop rotation, Maria A. Shchuka May 8 6:30 pm 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, Maria A. Shchuka* May 1 6:30 pm the bylaws and physical requirements to get started, and the best plants to use for each season. 10 Tips for Low Maintenance Gardening Bloor/Gladstone April 15 7 pm 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 Richview May 6 1 pm gardening opportunities. Garden Wise: Organic and Sustainable Methods Pleasant View April 18 2 pm A program on smarter and safer ways to garden: soil Spring Awakening care, condo composting, managing weeds and lawns without harmful chemicals and much more. Get easy steps to the best garden ever. What to do monthly, when to start seeds, cut back foliage, clean up, Burrows Hall* May 5 2 pm weed and more. Mount Dennis April 20 7 pm

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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, Learn all about Kitchen Library, Canada’s first non-profit participate in gardening events. library of kitchen appliances. Staff from the organization Long Branch April 2, May 7, June 4 6:30 pm present on its development and vision, how to become a member, its inventory of items that can be shared, Nature in the City volunteer opportunities and more. From fields and forests to rivers and ravines, Toronto’s Maria A. Shchuka* April 24 6:30 pm varied habitats play host to an astounding diversity of wild plants and animals. Local environmentalist Bird Gardening and naturalist Richard Aaron talks about some of the Choose and arrange plants, feeders, nesting boxes and intriguing species to be found in Toronto and the best water sources to provide the essential elements of life for places to see them. songbirds. Annette Street April 7 6:30 pm Eatonville* April 27 2 pm

100 in 1 Day Toronto Community Workshops Sustainable/Eco Design for your Home Discuss your dreams and hopes for our city and devise Top five tips from Nikka Design to help you live better plans on how to execute an urban intervention in your and feel better. This mini-workshop shows you how neighbourhood on June 6. even small changes can have a big impact in creating a York Woods April 7 6 pm healthier home. Mount Dennis April 16 6 pm Barbara Frum May 5 7 pm Agincourt April 23 6 pm North York Central April 29 6 pm 100 in 1 Day Toronto, June 6 Albion April 30 6 pm Put into place the changes you want to see in your city, all Bloor/Gladstone May 7 6 pm on one day. Join us for 100 in 1 Day, a civic engagement Don Mills May 14 6 pm event where you create small-scale improvements in your community. Toronto Seed Library Workshop and Seed Exchange Bloor/Gladstone June 6 2 pm A free workshop with expert seed savers. Start, grow and Don Mills June 6 2 pm store your plant seeds. Bring seeds from your garden to Mount Dennis June 6 2 pm share, or borrow some from the Toronto Seed Library. Riverdale June 6 2 pm Queen/Saulter* April 16 6:30 pm Steeles June 6 1 pm Palmerston April 18 11:30 am York Woods June 6 1 pm

Earth Day Bird Feeders City Critters Make a simple bird feeder to attract the beautiful birds in A Toronto Botanical Garden’s expert shows you the your neighbourhood. natural wonder of critters that are in your own backyard. Pleasant View April 23 7 pm Jones June 6 10:30 am

GreenSaver: Home ECOnomics KIDS & FAMILIES As energy prices rise, how much are you wasting on home heating? This workshop by a Certified Energy Advisor Environmental Education with Creature Quest helps homeowners understand what makes their homes In honour of Earth Month, Creature Quest does a live and tick and how upgrades can make their homes more interactive presentation of species at risk. For ages 6 and comfortable. up. Don Mills April 24 2 pm Barbara Frum April 14 6:30 pm

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After school programs and resources are available at many Toronto Public Library branches

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Toastmasters Youth Leadership HOW TO Students 12-17 years learn about public speaking, listening skills, critiquing others as well as how to organize and chair meetings. SURVIVE Locke* Tuesdays, April 7-June 2 6 pm

Homework Help for Teens SCHOOL Co-sponsored with North West Scarborough Youth Centre. Bridlewood Mondays, April 13-May 25 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

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Math. Reading. Confidence. www.kumon.ca 800-ABC-MATH

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KIDS & FAMILIES Homework Help, Makers Club Calling all builders, designers, creators, and innovators. Leadership & After Join our after school club and learn new skills, try science experiments and explore new technologies. For ages 6 School Programs in and up. Fort York* Wednesdays, April 1-April 29 4 pm Other Languages Brentwood* April 13; May 11, 25; June 8, 22 4 pm Voilà Community Help - French Homework Club After School Club for Kids A French homework club for students in Grade 1-6 Join us for fun activities. For ages 8-12. studying in extended, immersion or Francophone Parliament Street Thursdays, April 2-June 18 4 pm programs. In partnership with Voilà Community Help. To Barbara Frum Tuesdays, April 7-June 23 4 pm register, visit voilalearning.com. York Woods Wednesdays, April 1-22 4:30 pm Lego Club 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 4 pm Weston April 13, May 4, June 1 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 Tuesdays, April 7-June 9 7 pm

At Home Alone Family Workshop: 5 Easy Steps to Independence volunteer 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 opportunities to meet your family’s unique needs. A parent and child must attend together. In partnership with Toronto Public Support the library. Health. Give an hour or two a week and make a Palmerston April 30 6 pm lifetime of difference. Drama Club Find out how you can help at Explore the actor in you. For ages 7-12 torontopubliclibrary.ca/volunteering High Park Tuesdays, May 5-May 26 4 pm

49 * Call or visit the branch to register. For branch hours and locations, see pages 58–62. Get professional advice PERSONAL and resources at our free seminars, workshops and FINANCE one-on-one sessions.

Personal finance resources and specialized staff are available at both Toronto Reference Library and North York Central Library

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Pound Foolish: Exposing the Dark Side of the Art of Financial Organizing – Investments Personal Finance Industry Join us to discuss investment organization to minimize Contributing editor of Pacific Standard and former lead risk, tax, and fees associated with investing in today’s writer of LA Times Money Makeover Helaine Olen takes environment. on some of the central myths of the personal finance Barbara Frum* April 28 6:30 pm industry, including how problems that are really political are presented as individual financial failings. Drawing on Doing Investment Research Online her book, Pound Foolish, Olen takes a compelling look at Learn how to use investment databases, Financial Post how we think and talk about money. Advisor and Value Line Research Centre. To register, call City Hall April 1 1 pm 416-393-7209. Programs takes place in the Learning Centre. Toronto Reference* May 4 6 pm Income Tax Clinic June 16 3 pm A Canada Revenue Agency volunteer completes income tax returns for lower-income earners – single persons with Condo Buyers Seminar incomes under $25,000 or families with an income of under There are some important legal, financial, lifestyle, $35,000. Bring all documents needed: T-slips, receipts, tax marketing and valuation differences between bills, TTC passes, forms and documents (such as your 2013 condominium and regular single family home. Find out Income Tax Return “Notice of Assessment” sent to you by from a mortgage specialist how these differences have an the government.) important impact on the potential buyers. Burrows Hall Tuesdays, Thursdays, April 2-April 30 6:30 pm Eatonville* May 20 6:30 pm Fairview Thursdays, Saturdays, April 4-April 16 9:30 am Malvern April 11, 25 9 am Building a Retirement Income Plan that Works North York Central Saturdays, April 18-April 25 10 am Tuesdays, April 21-April 28 6 pm Chartered financial analyst and planner Alan McDonald shows you how to build a retirement income plan that When I Die: Financial Planning for Life and Death works. Programs takes place in the auditorium. Retired senior tax partner at BDO Dunwoody LLP Garry North York Central June 2 6:30 pm 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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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.

Estate Administration: You’ve Been Named People, Pets and Parking – Welcome to Condo Life Executor, Now What? Joy Mathews, expert in condominium law, provides an Lawyers Katie Ionson and Lucinda Main provide an overview of condominium laws and issues. overview of the estate administration process. Fort York May 23 2 pm Don Mills April 1 7 pm Wills and Estate Planning Small Claims: A Guide to the Process Meet a financial advisor to learn all about estate Lawyer Tim Hudek walks through the claims, defences planning, its importance and protecting your and trials process including what to expect in Ontario’s beneficiaries from bad decisions. Small Claims Court system. Albert Campbell June 4 6:30 pm Malvern May 11 7 pm Permanent Residency 101 Disability Law: Your Rights Guillermo Cruz, Canadian-Mexican immigration lawyer, Employment law experts Emily Shepard and Marc talks about the application process for Permanent Rodrigue discuss what to expect and what’s expected of Resident status. Room 2/3. you when managing disability in the workplace. North York Central June 9 6:30 pm Brentwood May 12 7 pm Employment 101: What Are My Rights as an Common Sense Divorce Employee? Join Darren Gingras from Common Sense Divorce to Learn about the key rights as an employee in today’s learn about keeping your divorce common sense and economy with Emily Shepard and Marc Rodrigue. keeping it out of court. Programs takes place in the Beeton Auditorium. Barbara Frum May 13 2 pm Toronto Reference June 9 7 pm

Family Law Alternatives to Litigation Immigrating to Canada and/or Sponsoring a Loved Family lawyer and mediator Sharon Silbert discusses One managing conflict constructively and dealing with Learn the right way to submit a successful application, separation out of court. including information on refugees, economic applicants, Albion May 13 6:30 pm appeals and deportations, with Guidy Mamann from migrationlaw.com. Real Estate Law: Buying or Selling a House Albion June 15 6:30 pm 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 Lawyers Katie Ionson and Lucinda Main provide tips and review key information on powers of attorney and wills. Intellectual Property Issues for Small Business Programs takes place in the Beeton Auditorium. Learn the basics about intellectual property law for small Toronto Reference June 30 7 pm businesses with lawyer and engineer Monica Goyal. Fairview May 20 6:30 pm

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Storytimes These programs are for children from birth to ﬁ ve 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, songs, rhymes and activities for stories for babies from birth to 18 months children age 5 and under with their parents or with their parents or caregivers. caregivers. Toddler Time Pyjama Time Stories, songs and rhymes for children age Bedtime stories, songs, rhymes and activities 19 months to 3 years with their parents or for children age 5 and under with their caregivers. parents or caregivers.

Preschool Time For dates, times and locations of programs Stories, songs and rhymes for children age 3-5 near you, visit our website or call your branch. years with their parents or caregivers. Some branches have limited space and require pre-registration.

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52 torontopubliclibrary.ca * Call or visit the branch to register. Discover the joy of READING PROGRAMS reading in staff-led classes and workshops. & STORYTIMES

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.

Writing for Comics and Graphic Novels Making Good Stories Great Learn all about writing for comics and graphic novels Ever wondered how to get all the parts of a story with J. Torres, author of Alison Dare, Bigfoot Boy, and working just right and make your good stories even Teen Titans Go. Have fun reading comics each week, better? Join author Susan Hughes to discover how learn the lingo and sound like a pro. Write newspaper to find great ideas, create cool characters and form strips, comic scripts and more. fabulous plots that grab the reader right from the start. Fairview* Thursdays, April 2-23 4 pm Eglinton Square* Saturdays, April 18-May 9 10 am

Every Picture Tells a Story Writing the Book of You You can tell a story through words, but add some pictures Every author needs a journal. Find out how easy and and the story gets richer in amazing ways. Author- rewarding it is to keep one, and discover the stories illustrator Claudia Davila shows you the basic structure hidden there with author Andrew Larsen. for writing a short story and the different ways to tell it North York Central* Saturdays, April 18-May 9 2 pm in words and pictures, in comic or picture book form. Riverdale* Saturdays, April 4-25 2 pm Crafting Stories Award-winning author and storyteller Rukhsana Khan Winning Sports Journalism shows you the ropes on how to craft a story. Award-winning broadcaster, writer and illustrator Humberwood* Fridays, May 15-June 5 3:30 pm Kevin Sylvester discusses how to write about sports in a way that doesn’t stink! He also shares his techniques Be the Beanstalk: Grow a Story for telling better stories, drawing pictures and making Acclaimed children’s author Philippa Dowding shows readers laugh. how to write a story with a beginning, middle and end, Perth/Dupont* Wednesdays, April 8-29 4 pm 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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KIDS & FAMILIES Rainbow Family Stories A special LGBTQ storytime. Make a craft to take home. For Creative Play children from birth to age 5 and their caregivers. Arts, crafts, stories and circle time for children from birth Fort York June 20 10:30 am to age 6 and their caregivers. Goldhawk Park Tuesdays, Thursdays, April 2-June 30 9:15 am

Easter and Spring Storytime Celebrate Easter and spring with stories, songs and craft. Reading Programs & Palmerston April 4 10:30 am Storytimes in Other Crafts and Stories For all ages. Languages Thorncliffe April 4, 18; May 2, 16, 30; June 13, 27 2 pm Storytime (in Spanish) Spring Friendship Circle Prior knowledge of Spanish is not required. For ages 2-7. Focusing on building children’s social skills. For ages 7-9. Bloor/Gladstone April 25, May 30 10 am Centennial* Tuesdays, April 7-May 26 4 pm Storytime (in Cantonese) Nannies and Tots For ages 19 months to 5 years. Stories and songs for preschool children. Woodside Square Tuesdays, May 19-June 23 10:30 am Deer Park May 4, June 9 11 am Family Time (in French) Get Ready for Mother’s Day Stories, songs and rhymes in French for ages 5 and under, Stories, songs and a special craft. For ages 4 and up. with their caregivers. Burrows Hall May 9 2 pm Don Mills June 6, June 13 11 am

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What’s in an Outbreak? An Overview of Ebola and Ingredients: Understanding What’s in Your Beauty Infectious Disease Products Amidst the media panic on the current Ebola outbreak Make better, more informed choices when purchasing in western Africa, University of Toronto researchers from beauty products. Learn about the basic scientific concepts the Department of Immunology want to clear up some of behind beauty products, how to interpret product claims the misconceptions surrounding the virus. The focus is on and ingredient lists for various beauty products. Ebola and the biological and sociological factors that have Queen/Saulter June 18 6:30 pm contributed to the outbreak, and why Ebola has spread so much in some areas and much less in other regions. Eatonville April 1 6:30 pm KIDS & FAMILIES North York Central April 14 7 pm Science Rendezvous Intro to 3D Design Science Rendezvous takes world-class science to the Learn to design simple 3D objects and prepare them for streets…and to your local library! Kids and families can printing. experience hands-on science with volunteers from Let’s Fort York* April 2, April 8 6:30 pm Talk Science or be dazzled by some wild do-it-yourself experiments. 3D Printer Certification Albion April 29 12 pm Learn how to use a 3D printer. Beaches April 29 2 pm Fort York* April 7, April 23 6:30 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 Fairview April 29 2 pm video editing techniques are taught, such as how to use Northern District April 29 1 pm transitions and titles, how to add audio and a soundtrack, Richview April 29 12 pm cut and splice, and use the timeline. 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 6:45 pm

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A business workshop taking place in one of Toronto Public Library’s Learning Centres

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How Small Businesses Use Social Media Health and Safety for Small Business A basic overview of the simple ways Facebook, Twitter and This session examines how small businesses can meet their Instagram can be used by small businesses. obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Toronto Reference* April 13 6 pm 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 April 14, May 12, June 9 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 business research Create a Facebook Page for Your Business tools Learn about company Facebook pages and how they can be useful for your business. Create a basic page in class. A Come in for help at our valid email account is required. Business Information Desks at Toronto Reference* April 27, June 22 6 pm North York Central Library 416-395-5613 Doing Market Research Online and Toronto Reference Library 416-393-7149. Learn how Scott’s Business Directories Online, article databases and other online sources can help you with market research for your small business. Or connect with more than 100 online Toronto Reference* April 30, June 6 3 pm business journals and articles.

Visit torontopubliclibrary.ca/smallbusiness and click on Business Databases.

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Bookmobile schedule: page 63. Bookmobile questions: 416-395-5560 Neighbourhood branches District branches Research & Reference libraries Bookmobile stops Bookmobile website: torontopubliclibrary.ca/bookmobiles

59 * Call or visit the branch to register. For branch hours and locations, see pages 58–62. BRANCH HOURS & LOCATIONS TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY

Map Library Branch Phone No. Address Branch Hours Access LC LSP

F/1 Agincourt 416-396-8943 155 Bonis Ave. Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 M1T 3W6 X • • F/3 Albert Campbell 416-396-8890 496 Birchmount Rd. Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 M1K 1N8 X • • A/1 Albion 416-394-5170 1515 Albion Rd. Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 M9V 1B2 X • • A/4 Alderwood 416-394-5310 2 Orianna Dr. Mon 10-8:30; Tues, Wed & Fri 10-6; M8W 4Y1 Thur 12:30-8:30; Sat 9-5 X C/2 Amesbury Park 416-395-5420 1565 Lawrence Ave. W. Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; M6L 1A8 Sat 9-5 X C/3 Annette Street 416-393-7692 145 Annette St. Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; M6P 1P3 Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 X D/2 Armour Heights 416-395-5430 2140 Avenue Rd. Tues, Thur & Fri 10-6; Wed 12:30-8:30; M5M 4M7 Sat 9-5 X D/2 Barbara Frum 416-395-5440 20 Covington Rd. Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 M6A 3C1 X D/1 Bayview 416-395-5460 Bayview Village Shopping Centre Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & 2901 Bayview Ave. M2K 1E6 Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 X E/4 Beaches 416-393-7703 2161 Queen St. E. Mon-Thur 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5 M4L 1J1 X G/2 Bendale 416-396-8910 1515 Danforth Rd. Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 M1J 1H5 X B/2 Black Creek 416-395-5470 North York Sheridan Mall Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 1700 Wilson Ave. M3L 1B2 X C/3 Bloor/Gladstone 416-393-7674 1101 Bloor St. W. Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 M6H 1M7 X • • B/3 Brentwood 416-394-5240 36 Brentwood Rd. N. Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 M8X 2B5 X F/1 Bridlewood 416-396-8960 Bridlewood Mall Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5 2900 Warden Ave. M1W 2S8 X • • E/2 Brookbanks 416-395-5480 210 Brookbanks Dr. Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; M3A 2T8 Sat 9-5 X G/1 Burrows Hall 416-396-8740 1081 Progress Ave. Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; M1B 5Z6 Sat 9-5 X G/2 Cedarbrae 416-396-8850 545 Markham Rd. Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5; M1H 2A1 X • D/1 Centennial 416-395-5490 578 Finch Ave. W. Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & M2R 1N7 Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 X • D/4 City Hall 416-393-7650 Nathan Phillips Square Mon-Fri 10-6 100 Queen St. W. M5H 2N3 X G/3 Cliffcrest 416-396-8916 Cliffcrest Plaza Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; 3017 Kingston Rd. M1M 1P1 Sat 9-5 X C/4 College/Shaw 416-393-7668 766 College St. Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; M6G 1C4 Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 X E/3 Danforth/Coxwell 416-393-7783 1675 Danforth Ave. Mon-Thur 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5 M4C 5P2 X C/3 Davenport 416-393-7732 1246 Shaw St. Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; M6G 3P1 Sat 9-5 X E/3 Dawes Road 416-396-3820 416 Dawes Rd. Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; M4B 2E8 Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 X D/3 Deer Park 416-393-7657 40 St. Clair Ave. E. Mon-Thur 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5 M4T 1M9 X E/2 Don Mills 416-395-5710 888 Lawrence Ave. E. Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 M3C 1P6 X C/2 Downsview 416-395-5720 2793 Keele St. Mon 12:30-8:30; Tues-Thur 9-8:30; Fri 9-5:30; M3M 2G3 Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 X C/3 Dufferin/St. Clair 416-393-7712 1625 Dufferin St. Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; M6H 3L9 Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 X A/3 Eatonville 416-394-5270 430 Burnhamthorpe Rd. Mon-Thur 9-8:30; Fri 9-5; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 M9B 2B1 X • F/3 Eglinton Square 416-396-8920 Eglinton Square Mall, 1 Eglinton Mon-Wed 9-8:30; Thur 12:30-8:30; Square, Unit 126 M1L 2K1 Fri & Sat 9-5 X A/3 Elmbrook Park 416-394-5290 2 Elmbrook Cres. Tues & Fri 10-6; Wed & Thur 12:30-8:30; M9C 5B4 Sat 9-5 X C/3 Evelyn Gregory 416-394-1006 120 Trowell Ave. Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; M6M 1L7 Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 E/1 Fairview 416-395-5750 35 Fairview Mall Dr. Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 M2J 4S4 X • E/3 Flemingdon Park 416-395-5820 29 St. Dennis Dr. Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; M3C 3J3 Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 X • D/3 Forest Hill 416-393-7706 700 Eglinton Ave. W. Mon-Thur 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5 M5N 1B9 X

60 torontopubliclibrary.ca APRIL – JUNE 2015 BRANCH HOURS & LOCATIONS

Map Library Branch Phone No. Address Branch Hours Access LC LSP

C/4 Fort York 416-393-6240 190 Fort York Blvd. Mon-Thur 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5 • M5V 0C7 X E/4 Gerrard/Ashdale 416-393-7717 1432 Gerrard St. E. Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; M4L 1Z6 Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 X • G/1 Goldhawk Park 416-396-8964 295 Alton Towers Circle Mon-Thur 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 M1V 4P1 X 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 X C/4 High Park 416-393-7671 228 Roncesvalles Ave. Mon-Thur 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5 M6R 2L7 X H/2 Highland Creek 416-396-8876 3550 Ellesmere Rd. Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; M1C 3Z2 Sat 9-5 X E/1 Hillcrest 416-395-5830 5801 Leslie St. Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; M2H 1J8 Sat 9-5 X B/4 Humber Bay 416-394-5300 200 Park Lawn Rd. Tues & Fri 10-6; Wed & Thur 12:30-8:30; M8Y 3J1 Sat 9-5 X B/1 Humber Summit 416-395-5840 2990 Islington Ave. Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; M9L 2K6 Sat 9-5 X A/1 Humberwood 416-394-5210 850 Humberwood Blvd. Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; M9W 7A6 Sat 9-5 X B/3 Jane/Dundas 416-394-1014 620 Jane St. Mon 12:30-8:30; Tues-Thur 9-8:30; M6S 4A6 Fri & Sat 9-5 X B/1 Jane/Sheppard 416-395-5966 1906 Sheppard Ave. W. Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & M3L 1Y7 Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 X E/4 Jones 416-393-7715 118 Jones Ave. Mon & Fri 10-6; Tues 10-8:30; M4M 2Z9 Wed & Thur 12:30-8:30; Sat 9-5 X F/3 Kennedy/Eglinton 416-396-8924 Liberty Square Shopping Plaza Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; 2380 Eglinton Ave. E. M1K 2P3 Sat 9-5 X D/3 Leaside 416-396-3835 165 McRae Dr. Mon-Thur 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5 M4G 1S8 X D/4 Lillian H. Smith 416-393-7746 239 College St. Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; M5T 1R5 X • • *Sun 1:30-5 Merril Collection of Science Fiction, 416-393-7748 Speculation & Fantasy (Reference) Mon-Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 X Osborne Collection of Early 416-393-7753 Children’s Books (Reference) Mon-Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 X D/2 Locke 416-393-7730 3083 Yonge St. Mon-Thur 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5 M4N 2K7 X A/4 Long Branch 416-394-5320 3500 Lake Shore Blvd. W. Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; M8W 1N6 Sat 9-5 X E/4 Main Street 416-393-7700 137 Main St. Mon-Thur 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5 M4E 2V9 X G/1 Malvern 416-396-8969 30 Sewells Rd. Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 M1B 3G5 X • C/3 Maria A. Shchuka 416-394-1000 1745 Eglinton Ave. W. Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 M6E 2H4 X • F/2 Maryvale 416-396-8931 Parkway Mall Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; 85 Ellesmere Rd. M1R 4B9 Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 X F/2 McGregor Park 416-396-8935 2219 Lawrence Ave. E. Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; M1P 2P5 Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 X B/4 Mimico Centennial 416-394-5330 47 Station Rd. Tues & Wed 12:30-8:30; Thur & Fri 10-6; M8V 2R1 Sat 9-5 • H/2 Morningside 416-396-8881 4279 Lawrence Ave. E. Mon-Wed 9-8:30; Thur 12:30-8:30; M1E 2S8 Fri & Sat 9-5 X • B/3 Mount Dennis 416-394-1008 1123 Weston Rd. Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; M6N 3S3 Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 X D/3 Mount Pleasant 416-393-7737 599 Mt. Pleasant Rd. Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 M4S 2M5 X A/4 New Toronto 416-394-5350 110 Eleventh St. Tues & Fri 10-6; Wed & Thur 12:30-8:30; Sat 9-5; M8V 3G5 *Sun 1:30-5 X D/1 North York Central Library 416-395-5535 5120 Yonge St. Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 TTY 416-395-5596 M2N 5N9 X • D/2 Northern District 416-393-7610 40 Orchard View Blvd. Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 M4R 1B9 X

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.

61 BRANCH HOURS & LOCATIONS TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY

Map Library Branch Phone No. Address Branch Hours Access LC LSP

B/2 Northern Elms 416-394-5230 123B Rexdale Blvd., Unit 5 Tues & Wed 12:30-8:30; Thur & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 M9W 1P1 X C/3 Oakwood Village Library And 416-394-1040 341 Oakwood Ave. Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Arts Centre M6E 2W1 Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 X C/3 Palmerston 416-393-7680 560 Palmerston Ave. Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; M6G 2P7 Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 X E/3 Pape/Danforth 416-393-7727 701 Pape Ave. Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 M4K 3S6 X C/4 Parkdale 416-393-7686 1303 Queen St. W. Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 M6K 1L6 X • • D/4 Parliament Street 416-393-7663 269 Gerrard St. E. Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 M5A 2G6 X • C/3 Perth/Dupont 416-393-7677 1589 Dupont St. Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; M6P 3S5 Sat 9-5 E/1 Pleasant View 416-395-5940 575 Van Horne Ave. Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; M2J 4S8 Sat 9-5 X H/2 Port Union 416-396-8885 5450 Lawrence Ave. E. Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; M1C 3B2 Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 X D/4 Queen/Saulter 416-393-7723 765 Queen St. E. Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; M4M 1H3 Sat 9-5 X A/1 Rexdale 416-394-5200 2243 Kipling Ave. Tues & Fri 10-6; Wed & Thur 12:30-8:30; M9W 4L5 Sat 9-5 X B/2 Richview 416-394-5120 1806 Islington Ave. Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; M9P 3N3 *Sun 1:30-5 X • • D/4 Riverdale 416-393-7720 370 Broadview Ave. Mon-Thur 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5 M4K 2M8 X • • B/3 Runnymede 416-393-7697 2178 Bloor St. W. Mon-Thur 9-8:30; Fri 9-5; & Sat 9-5 M6S 1M8 X E/3 S. Walter Stewart 416-396-3975 170 Memorial Park Ave. Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 M4J 2K5 X • C/3 St. Clair/Silverthorn 416-393-7709 1748 St. Clair Ave. W. Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; M6N 1J3 Sat 9-5 D/4 St. James Town 416-393-7744 495 Sherbourne St. Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; M4X 1K7 Sat 9-5 X D/4 St. Lawrence 416-393-7655 171 Front St. E. Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; M5A 4H3 Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 X D/4 Sanderson 416-393-7653 327 Bathurst St. Mon-Thur 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5 M5T 1J1 X D/3 Spadina Road 416-393-7666 10 Spadina Rd. Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; M5R 2S7 Sat 9-5 X F/1 Steeles 416-396-8975 Bamburgh Gardens Shopping Plaza Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5 375 Bamburgh Circle M1W 3Y1 X B/4 Swansea Memorial 416-393-7695 95 Lavinia Ave. Tues & Thur 10-12 & 1-6; Wed 1-8; M6S 3H9 Sat 10-5 X F/3 Taylor Memorial 416-396-8939 1440 Kingston Rd. Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; M1N 1R3 Sat 9-5 X E/3 Thorncliffe 416-396-3865 48 Thorncliffe Park Dr. Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5 M4H 1J7 X • E/3 Todmorden Room 416-396-3875 1081½ Pape Ave. (at Torrens) Tues & Thurs 12:30-5, 6-8:30; M4K 3W6 Wed & Sat 9-12, 1-5 X Closed Saturdays in July and August. D/3 Toronto Reference Library 416-395-5577 789 Yonge St. Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 TTY 416-393-7100 M4W 2G8 X • • F/2 Victoria Village 416-395-5950 184 Sloane Ave. Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 M4A 2C4 X B/2 Weston 416-394-1016 2 King St. Mon 10-8:30; Tues & Thur 12:30-8:30; M9N 1K9 Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 X G/1 Woodside Square 416-396-8979 Woodside Square Mall Mon-Thur 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5 1571 Sandhurst Circle M1V 1V2 X B/1 Woodview Park 416-395-5960 16 Bradstock Rd. Tues, Wed & Fri 10-6; Thur 12:30-8:30; Sat 9-5 M9M 1M8 X D/3 Wychwood 416-393-7683 1431 Bathurst St. Mon-Thur 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5 M5R 3J2 X C/1 York Woods 416-395-5980 1785 Finch Ave. W. Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 M3N 1M6 X • • D/3 Yorkville 416-393-7660 22 Yorkville Ave. Mon-Thur 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5 M4W 1L4 X

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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 Saturdays, weekly 2:30-4 pm 1 South Kingsway) 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 Tuesdays, weekly, 1:30-2:30 pm 1 lot, Kipling Ave. & Albion Rd.) 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 Tuesdays, weekly, 6:30-8 pm 2 corner) 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 Thursdays, bi-weekly, 6-7:30 pm 2 corner) 17 H/1 Panda Square South side of Panda Square, Trumpeter St. (northwest of Mondays, weekly, 3:30-4:30 pm 1 Sheppard & Meadowvale Aves.) 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. Wednesdays, weekly, 10:30 am-12:30 pm 1 W. & Bathurst St.) 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 5 Replin Rd. (Allen Expressway & Lawrence Ave. W.) Wednesdays, weekly, 3-4:30 pm 2 Centre 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 25 C/2 Martha Eaton Way 15 Martha Eaton Way (Trethewey Dr. & Black Creek Rd.) Saturdays, weekly, 10 am-12 noon 2 26 G/3 Scarborough Village Mondays, weekly 6-7 pm 1 27 F/3 Midland Danforth Markington Square Shopping Centre (Eglinton Ave. E. & Mondays, weekly, 1:30-2:30 pm 1 Markham Rd. southeast corner) 28 A/3 West Mall Greystone Plaza parking lot (Danforth Rd. & Greystone Mondays, weekly 3-4:30 pm 2 Walk)

See a map of locations on pages 58-59.

63 ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY 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 GET BOOKS, MUSIC AND VIDEOS With branches all across Toronto, we are always close by. in regular and alternative formats Order materials online and send them to your nearest Our books, music and movies are also available in special branch for you or a family member to pick up. Most formats such as: branches are wheelchair accessible, some have assistive listening devices and all provide reading aids such as hand • Large print magnifi ers and computer screen magnifi cation software. • DAISY talking books • Closed Caption & To fi nd out which branch has what, go to • Book kits for all ages descriptive DVDs torontopubliclibrary.ca/accessibility/branchequipment. (books with CDs or • Digitized collections cassettes) To request Sign Language interpretation at • Text-to-voice databases library programs, ask at your local branch or • Ebooks, e-audiobooks, • Online articles and research call TTY 416-393-7100 to book. A minimum of audiobooks databases two weeks notice is required.

Check them all out at torontopubliclibrary.ca. 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 TALK TO US, we’re here to help a wheelchair lift. We can assist you with placing holds on items, fi nding For stops, see page 63 or call 416-395-5560. information, paying fi nes and registering for programs. If you use a TTY telephone, register your TTY number If you are unable to come to the library for more than at your local branch and we will contact you about your three months due to age, illness or disability, Home Library Holds and Overdues. You can also pay your fi nes online at Service can select items and deliver them to your door, for torontopubliclibrary.ca/youraccount. free.

Home Library Service 416-395-5557 Watch a program from home Many of our library events are now taped and posted CONTACT US online on YouTube. If your child can’t make it into a library torontopubliclibrary.ca/accessibility for storytime programs, listen to Dial-A-Story or Hear-A- Story at any time. 416-393-7131 or 416-393-7030 TTY

Dial-A-Story 416-395-5400

Hear-A-Story torontopubliclibrary.ca/stories This and other library publications can be provided in youtube.com/torontopubliclibrary alternative formats upon request.

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Scarborough Civic Centre Branch. The library’s 100th location, opening spring 2015.