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PROGRAMS AND EVENTS AT YOUR LIBRARY SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2017

Science & Technology Arduino, Virtual Reality, astronomy, the environment and more. Science Literacy Week events for all ages, page 44

Personal Finance November is Make a Will Month, page 39

Career & Job Search Dust off that résumé and bring it in for an upgrade, page 14 Read Canada Celebrate Canada with a CanLit read from our collection

ADULT BOOKS

Alone Against the The Winter We The Great Canadian Souvenir of Canada The Inconvenient North Danced Bucket List Douglas Coupland Indian Adam Shoalts The Kino-nda-niimi Robin Esrock Thomas King Collective

TEEN BOOKS

Airborn I am Algonquin Nobody Cries Bingo Lost in the Barrens 7 Generations: Kenneth Oppel Rick Revelle Dawn Dumont Farley Mowat A Plains Cree Saga Paul Yee

CHILDREN’S BOOKS

Anne of Green The Big Book of The Darkest Dark The Story of Canada Murder on the Gables Canada Chris Hadfield Janet Louise Swoboda Canadian L. M. Montgomery Christopher Moore Lunn Eric Wilson

Visit tpl.ca for more items. Reserve your selections online and arrange to pick them up at any branch. IN THIS ISSUE

2 About Our Programs 3 After School Published by Toronto Public Library 5 Author Talks & Lectures 789 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario M4W 2G8 11 Book Clubs & Writers Groups 416-393-7000 • torontopubliclibrary.ca 14 Career & Job Search Help Toronto Public Library Board 16 Computer & Library Training The Toronto Public Library Board meets 17 Culture, Arts & Entertainment monthly at 6 pm, September through June, at the Toronto Reference Library, 29 ESL & Newcomers 789 Yonge Street, Toronto. 31 Health & Wellness Meetings are open to the public. 36 History & Genealogy Upcoming Board meetings: 37 Hobbies, Crafts & Games Contact Nancy Marshall, 416-393-7215 39 Personal Finance [email protected] 43 Reading Programs & Storytimes Board Members 44 Science & Technology Councillor Paul Ainslie 48 Small Business Mr. Ron Carinci (Chair) Ms. Lindsay Colley (Vice Chair) 50 Branch Map Councillor Sarah Doucette 52 Branch Hours & Locations Councillor Mary Fragedakis Ms. Sue Graham-Nutter 55 Bookmobile Schedule Jim Hart (Mayor’s Designate) Ms. Dianne LeBreton 56 Accessibility Services Mr. Strahan McCarten Mr. Ross Parry CONNECT WITH US Ms. Archana Shah Ms. Eva Svec

@torontolibrary @torontolibrary Senior Staff facebook.com/torontopubliclibrary tpl.ca/e-news Vickery Bowles, City Librarian Susan Caron, Director, Collections youtube.com/torontopubliclibrary tpl.ca/blogs & Membership Services Elizabeth Glass, Director, Policy, Planning pinterest.com/torontolibrary & Performance Management Linda Hazzan, Director, Communications, Programming & Customer Engagement CLOSURES Alex Hocevar, Director, Digital Services & Emerging Technologies Monday, September 4, 2017 Labour Day Closed Moe Hosseini-Ara, Director, Branch Operations Monday, October 9, 2017 Thanksgiving Day Closed & Customer Experience Sunday, December 24, 2017 Christmas Eve Closed Larry Hughsam, Director, Finance & Treasurer Monday, December 25, 2017 Christmas Day Closed Dan Keon, Director, Human Resources Tuesday, December 26, 2017 Boxing Day Closed Pam Ryan, Director, Service Development Sunday, December 31, 2017 New Year’s Eve Closed & Innovation Monday, January 1, 2018 New Year’s Day Closed Jennifer Jones, President,Toronto Public Library Foundation THANK YOU

Literary events at Toronto Public Library are supported in part by a grant from the Canada Council. We gratefully acknowledge its support. ABOUT OUR LIBRARY TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY

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TEENS KIDS & FAMILIES

Homework Help for Teens Robotics, Lego and K’Nex! Free homework help for students in Grades 7-12 for Build amazing things. For ages 6-12. English, math, French, projects, exam prep and more. Maria A. Shchuka Tuesdays, Sep 5-Dec 19 3:30-4:30 pm Program offered by North West Scarborough Youth. Bridlewood* Mondays, Sep 18-Dec 18 4-6 pm After School Club Parkdale Wednesdays, Sep 20-Dec 13 4:30-7:30 pm Drop in for fun activities for ages 6-12, like video games, board games or crafts and many more. Call the branch for more details. Pape/Danforth* Tuesdays, Sep 5-Nov 28 4-5 pm Bloor/Gladstone Sep 8, 15; Nov 3, 10, 24; Dec 8, 15, 22 4-5 pm Maria A. Shchuka Mondays, Sep 11-Dec 18 3:30-4:30 pm Gerrard/Ashdale Wednesdays, Sep 13-Dec 13 4-5 pm Black Creek Fridays, Sep 15-Dec 29 4-5 pm Thursdays, Sep 14-Dec 28 4-5 pm Bridlewood Fridays, Sep 15-Dec 22 3:45-4:45 pm S. Walter Stewart Mondays, Sep 18, 25; Oct 16, 23; Nov 6-27; Dec 4-18 4-5 pm Riverdale Tuesdays, Oct 3-31 4-5 pm

Video Gaming Club Show off your skills on the Wii or PS3. For ages 6-12. Fairview Wednesdays, Sep 6-Dec 20 4-5 pm

Perler Beads volunteer Make cool creations with plastic beads. For ages 6-12. Maria A. Shchuka Thursdays, Sep 7- Dec 21 3:30-4:30 pm opportunities Lego Club Support the library. Build great structures, play and have fun. For ages 6-12. Give an hour or two a week and make a Parliament Street Thursdays, Sep 7-Dec 7 3:30-4:30 pm lifetime of difference St. James Town Tuesdays, Sep 5-Dec 5 3:30-4:30 pm Black Creek Tuesdays, Sep 12-Dec 19 4-5 pm Find out how you can help at Riverdale Sep 12, 26 4-5 pm Steeles Mondays, Nov 6-Dec 18 3:30-4:30 pm tpl.ca/volunteering

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Science Challenge Club Intro to Robotics and Circuitry The library is your laboratory. Take the challenge and join Each week, explore coding, circuitry and robotics. Build a LEGO us for cool hands-on experiments for ages 9-12. Interested Mindstorms robot, teach a Sphero SPRK+ robot to complete a in more science programs? Check out our Science & maze, make a fan spin with snap circuits and much more. Technology section. Fairview* Wednesdays, Fridays, Oct 4-27 4-5 pm Fairview* Fridays, Sep 8-29 4-5 pm Fridays, Nov 3-24 4-5 pm

Talk Like a Pirate Day Children’s Writing Group Arrgh, shiver-me-timbers! Join us for pirate-themed crafts If you have a passion for writing, come and share your and a face paint. For all ages. work in a constructive and safe place that fosters your Riverdale Sep 19 4-5 pm creativity. Have writing fun with creativity exercises and positive encouragement. For ages 6-12. Swallowing Clouds College/Shaw Mondays, Oct 16-Nov 20 4-5 pm Join professional artists in a fun and exciting community- based arts program. For ages 9-12. Art Club Maria A. Shchuka Fridays, Sep 22-Oct 27 4-6 pm Release your inner Picasso. Explore different types of art such as watercolours and collages while learning about Friendship Circle famous artists of the past. For ages 6-12. Registration begins November 20. A program focussing on building children’s social skills. For ages 6-12. Fairview* Fridays, Dec 1-22 4-5 pm Centennial* Tuesdays, Oct 17-Dec 5 4-6 pm Maker Mondays Transform everyday items or recycled materials into Many programs are ongoing and we’re adding more all creative crafts and cool toys. For ages 6-12. Registration the time. Visit tpl.ca/programs for upcoming dates and begins November 20. to find out what’s new. Fairview* Mondays, Dec 4-18 4-5 pm

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FEATURE PROGRAMS

This fall, make Toronto Public Library your destination for free readings and discussions about new books, ideas and current issues.

THE EH LIST TORONTO BOOK AWARDS Meet your favourite Canadian writers, featuring: Meet this year’s contenders and celebrate their Scaachi Koul, Vivek Shraya, Doug Saunders, Wayne stories, page 9. Johnston, Jan Wong, Helen Humphreys, George Elliott Clarke and Alison Pick, pages 6-7. IN THE APPEL SALON Salman Rushdie, Claire Messud, Orhan Pamuk, YOUNG ADULT WRITERS Jennifer Egan, Matthew Weiner and many more, FESTIVAL page 10. BookShout! A festival of books and reading for young adults, page 9.

Plus more readings and lectures at your branch, page 8.

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Radical Transformation: Oligarchy, Collapse and the The Aftermath of Loss Crisis of Civilization What next after your spouse/partner passes away? Authors Kevin MacKay talks about industrial civilization’s Sharon Lennox and Deborah Marsh, both widowed, impending collapse and about the possibilities of averting offer practical information to those who have suffered a this fate. Radical Transformation presents an unflinching significant personal loss and talk about their book, The account of the dynamics of inhumanity and ecological Aftermath of Loss: A Guidebook for Widows. destruction. Beeton Hall. Don Mills* Oct 6 2-3:30 pm Toronto Reference Sep 19 7-8:30 pm The Curious World of High-End Contemporary Not Your Granddad’s Weed Art Forensic toxicologist Jim Wigmore discusses the history and York University’s Professor Emeritus of Marketing and prohibition of cannabis and compare it with alcohol. He Strategy Don Thompson discusses the fascinating and also talks about the difference between smoking cannabis sometimes baffling motivations behind astronomical and edible cannabis, its various forms and how it has values in today’s international art market. changed from the 1960s and 70s. Don Mills Oct 23 7-8 pm St. James Town Sep 21 6-7 pm

Polygamy and the Qur’an: Islamic Feminist Perspectives For Islamic History Month, Dr. Nevin Reda talks about Islamic feminism and its contributions to Qur’an scholarship, polygamy in the Qur’an, and some emerging Many programs are ongoing and we’re adding more all discourses regarding Islam and polygamy. Beeton Hall. the time. Visit tpl.ca/programs for upcoming dates and to find out what’s new. Toronto Reference Oct 3 7-8:30 pm

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New books. Big ideas. join the conversation.

EcoFiction with Indigenous Writers Alexander McCall Smith Jeff VanderMeer Gathering Honouring My Italian Bulldoer To commemorate 150 the Elders Author of the No. 1 years of US/Canada Celebrating Indigenous Ladies’ Detective Agency relations, VanderMeer and storytelling and literature. series on adventures in Lorna Crozier discuss eco- Honouring the award the Italian countryside. fi ction, the new frontier of winning author and Mon, Nov 6, 7 pm climate activism. fi lmmaker, Maria Campbell. Tue, Sep 5, 7 pm Fri, Oct 13, 7pm Matthew Weiner Heather, The Totality Slate Culture Gabfest Killer Crime Club The creator of Mad Men Live Podcast The bestselling Gilly presents his fi rst novel, Stephen Metcalf, Dana Macmillan in conversation Heather, The Totality, Stevens, and Julia Turner with the brightest voices the chilling tale of a record a live episode on in grip-lit, Rene Denfeld privileged family and a TIFF and other Canadiana. and Mel McGrath. dangerous young man. Wed, Sep 13, 7 pm Wed, Oct 25, 7 pm Thu, Nov 9, 7 pm *Atrium, no cash bar Salman Rushdie The The Songs of Those Golden House Orhan Pamuk Who Healed Rushdie discusses The The RedHaired Woman Recounting the words Golden House, an epic that Nobel Prize-winning, of WWI nurses, doctors, explores contemporary Orhan Pamuk, talks about mothers, and wives politics and culture. his new novel, a tale of through dramatic Thu, Sep 21, 7 pm tradition versus modernity, readings and song. family and romance. Mon, Nov 13, 7 pm Claire Messud Fri, Oct 27, 7 pm The Burning Girl Granta on Canada Messud discusses her Jennifer Egan Granta’s fi rst ever latest novel, a coming- Manhattan Beach Canada edition upends of-age story that asks: to The Pulitzer Prize-winner the ways we imagine what extent can we know discusses her long– land, reconciliation, truth ourselves and others? awaited historical novel. and belonging. Mon, Oct 2, 7 pm Mon, Oct 30, 7 pm Thu, Nov 16, 7 pm

NEW EVENTS ADDED The Bar at the Appel Salon Check out tpl.ca/appelsalon for the Join us for a drink. Cash bar entire schedule and to book tickets. reception one hour before events. Appel Salon events last about #AppelSalon an hour, not including the book signing.

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 BOOK CLUBS & WRITERS GROUPS

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ADULTS

Poetry Club Barbara Frum Sep 19, Oct 24, Nov 21, Dec 19 6:30-7:30 pm Deer Park Sep 19, Oct 17, Nov 21 6:30-8 pm Listen and share your poetry with fellow poets. Sep 27, Oct 25, Nov 22 2-4 pm Agincourt Sep 1, Oct 6, Nov 3, Dec 1 6:30-8 pm Don Mills Sep 19, Oct 24, Nov 21, Dec 12 7-8 pm Sep 21, Oct 26, Nov 23, Dec 14 2-3 pm Phoenix Poetry Workshop Perth/Dupont Sep 19 6:30-7:30 pm New and experienced poets can bring their work (with 10 Albert Campbell Sep 22, Oct 27, Nov 24 2-4 pm copies) for review by other attendees. Sep 27, Oct 25, Nov 22 7-8 pm College/Shaw Sep 2, Oct 7, Nov 4, Dec 2 2:30-4:30 pm Long Branch Sep 26, Oct 31, Nov 28, Dec 19 7-8 pm Danforth/Coxwell Sep 27 6:30-7:30 pm Book Clubs Humber Bay Sep 28, Oct 25, Nov 29 6:30-8 pm Most clubs are free but some may have a fee and specific New Toronto Sep 27, Oct 25, Nov 29 7-8:15 pm genres of interest. For more information, call or visit the Gerrard/Ashdale Sep 28, Oct 26, Nov 30, Dec 14 7-8 pm branch. Elmbrook Park Sep 28, Oct 26, Nov 30 7-8 pm Bloor/Gladstone Sep 28, Oct 26, Nov 30 7-8 pm Mount Pleasant Sep 5, Oct 3, Nov 7, Dec 5 2-3 pm Brentwood Sep 28, Oct 26, Nov 30 7-8 pm Sep 5; Oct 3, 5; Nov 7; Dec 5, 7 7-8 pm Sep 29, Oct 27, Dec 1 2-3 pm Eglinton Square Sep 6, Oct 4, Nov 1, Dec 6 1:30-2:30 pm Sep 11, Oct 16, Nov 13, Dec 13 2-3:30 pm The Joy of Writing Thorncliffe Sep 6, Oct 4, Nov 1, Dec 6 12:30-1:30 pm Woodside Square Sep 6, Nov 7, Dec 5 1:30-2:30 pm The Joy of Writing is a weekly writers’ workshop and Bayview Sep 7, Oct 5, Nov 2, Dec 7 6:30-7:30 pm gathering where we read, write, laugh and inspire each Victoria Village Sep 7, Oct 5, Nov 2, Dec 7 2-3 pm other. Sep 7, Oct 5, Nov 2 7-8 pm Queen/Saulter Tuesdays, Sep 5-Dec 12 7-8:45 pm City Hall Sep 12, Oct 10, Nov 14, Dec 12 1-2 pm Yorkville Sep 12, Oct 10, Nov 14, Dec 12 2-3 pm Tea and Books High Park Sep 13, Oct 11, Nov 8, Dec 13 7-8 pm If you’re wondering what to read next, join us for some tea Mimico Centennial Sep 13, Oct 11, Nov 8, Dec 13 1-2:30 pm and a presentation on new and interesting books. Sep 26, Oct 31, Nov 28 7-8 pm Pleasant View Sep 7, Nov 15 2-3 pm Northern District Sep 13, Oct 11, Nov 8, Dec 13 7-8 pm Brentwood Sep 8, Oct 13, Nov 10 2-3 pm Riverdale Sep 14, Oct 12, Nov 9, Dec 14 7-8 pm Maria A. Shchuka Sep 18, Oct 16, Nov 20, Dec 18 2-3 pm S. Walter Stewart Sep 14, Oct 12, Nov 9, Dec 14 7-8 pm High Park Sep 20, Nov 22 2-3 pm Alderwood Sep 18, Oct 30, Nov 27 7-8 pm Alderwood Sep 21, Oct 19, Nov 23 2-3 pm Palmerston Sep 18, Oct 23, Nov 20, Dec 18 6-7 pm Northern Elms Oct 4, Nov 4, Dec 4 2-3 pm Toronto Reference Sep 18, Oct 16, Nov 20, Dec 18 2-3 pm Sep 28, Oct 26, Nov 30 6:30-8 pm

11 * Call or visit the branch to register. For branch hours and locations, see pages 50-54. BOOK CLUBS & WRITERS GROUPS TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY

Writers Groups KIDS & FAMILIES Read and discuss works in progress. Some groups have guest writers and speakers. For more information, call the branch. Family Book Club Gerrard/Ashdale Sep 9, 23; Oct 7, 21; Nov 4, 18; Dec 2, 16 10:30 am-12 pm Northern District Sep 9, 23; Oct 7, 21; Nov 4, 18 2-3:30 pm Exchange experiences and thoughts on a monthly book College/Shaw Sep 12, Oct 17, Nov 21 6:30-8 pm based on the OLA’s Silver Birch Fiction, Non-Fiction, and Toronto Reference Sep 16, 30; Oct 14, 28; Nov 11, 25; Dec 9 10 am-12:30 pm Express Prize Nominees of 2016-17. For ages 8 and up. Albert Campbell Sep 18; Oct 2, 16, 30; Nov 13, 27; Dec 11, 25 2-4 pm Danforth/Coxwell Sep 23, Nov 18 2-3 pm S. Walter Stewart Sep 27, Oct 25, Nov 29 7-9:45 pm Parkdale Wednesdays, Oct 4-Nov 22 6:30-8 pm

Toronto Writers Co-Operative Weekly workshops, guest authors, member readings, open mic and publications - your opportunity to polish Book Clubs & Writers and perform your work. In partnership with The Toronto Writers’ Co-Op. Discussion Room. Groups in French and Toronto Reference Sundays, Sep 10-Dec 17 2-4 pm Other Languages Toronto in Literature Read, share, discuss and discover Toronto in literature. Program takes place in the Discussion Room. ADULTS Toronto Reference Sep 14, Oct 12, Nov 9, Dec 14 6-7 pm Book Club in Cantonese Coffee and Books Join us to discuss great Chinese books. A presentation about books, new and old. Goldhawk Park* Sep 1, Oct 6 1-3 pm St. James Town Sep 20, Oct 18, Nov 15, Dec 20 2-3 pm Agincourt* Sep 7, Oct 5, Nov 2, Dec 7 1:30-3 pm

Writing the City: Love Letters Club de Lecture Write a love letter to Parkdale. Seal it, then leave it Aimez-vous lire en français? Si vous voullez participer à des somewhere in the community where someone will find dicussions stimulantes, contactez 416-395-5762. it. Or just take it home to read yourself. These love letter Cedarbrae Sep 11, Oct 2, Nov 6 7-8 pm events introduce you to the upcoming writer’s workshop led by writer Lindsay Zier-Vogel. Fairview Sep 14, Oct 5, Nov 2 7-8 pm Toronto Reference Sep 25, Oct 16, Nov 20 7-8 pm Parkdale Sep 21 4-5:30 pm Spadina Sep 28, Oct 26, Nov 23 7-8 pm Sep 23 2:30-4 pm Yorkville Sep 28, Oct 26, Nov 23 7-8 pm

Writing the City: Adult Workshop Circulo de Lectura en Espanol (Book Club in Spanish) Find your creative voice, inspired by our community, Discuss selected books in Spanish. Parkdale and led by writer Lindsay Zier-Vogel. Palmerston Oct 2, Nov 6, Dec 4 7-8 pm Parkdale* Wednesdays, Oct 4-Nov 22 6:30-8 pm KIDS & FAMILIES TEENS Club de Lecture pour Enfants Kids’ Book Club (in French) A Room of Your Own Rejoignez-nous pour parler des livres en nominations An interactive book club for teen girls to express their des prix Tamarac, Tamarac Express et Peuplier. Lisez 5 curiosity, ambitions, hopes and frustrations. For ages 13-18. livres d’une liste et vous pouvez voter pour votre favori. Lillian H. Smith Sep 22, Oct 13, Nov. 10 12:30-2 pm Inscription obligatiore. Join us to talk in French about the nominations for the Poplar, Tamarac and Tamarac Express Writing the City: Teen Workshop prizes. Read five of the titles and you can vote for your Find your creative voice, inspired by our community, favourite. For ages 9 and up. Parkdale and led by writer Lindsay Zier-Vogel. Danforth/Coxwell* Nov 25 2-3 pm For ages 13-19. Parkdale* Thursdays, Oct 5-Nov 23 4:30-6 pm

12 torontopubliclibrary.ca * Call or visit the branch to register. t otiat by orop it roional ritr Saturday, October 28, 9:30 am - 4 pm Northern District Library 40 Orchard View Blvd.(near Eglinton subway stop) | Ages 12-19 Writers Conference itr at tpl.cayconrnc

iual torytllin rit our ay ut onritin or pn ic Learn the tools of visual o a apr a uical ui Take the stage for an open storytelling through comic Enhance your writing and Learn about all aspects mic hosted by Toronto-based books, children’s books, create compelling characters of songwriting – subject queer activist, inﬂ uencer and graphic novels and web to make your reader see the matter, voice, tone, style and educator Ryan Kerr. comics. With graphic artist world anew. With author phrasing. With songwriter Keith Grachow. Eufemia Fantetti. and novelist Greg Rhyno.

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tpl.cayconrnc CAREER & JOB SEARCH HELP

ADULTS

Introduction to LinkedIn Whether you are looking for a job or looking to expand your skills, LinkedIn is a social media site that helps you Career Help for Newcomers get back into the job market, set up a profile, follow Provided by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship companies and connect with other professionals in your Canada, and YMCA. field. A working email is required. Lillian H. Smith* Sep 14 7-8 pm At Toronto Reference Library, Discussion Room. Fairview Oct 19 2-3:30 pm Register in person at the start of the program. Hidden Job Market Networking for Jobs An employment counsellor teaches you how to locate and Find out how to make connections in hopes of use resources for accessing the hidden job market, how to gaining a career in the Canadian workforce. establish and develop networking contacts and where to find unadvertised job openings. Oct 4 1-3 pm Albert Campbell* Sep 29 10 am-12 pm Understanding Canadian Job Postings Résumé Critiquing Every employer looks at résumés differently. Understand how to “read” Canadian job postings A professional employment counsellor from WoodGreen so that you include information in your résumé that Employment Services reviews your résumé reviewed for employers look for. free. To book an appointment, call 416-645-6000, Ext. 2316. Oct 18 1-3 pm Gerrard/Ashdale Sep 21, Oct 19, Nov 16, Dec 21 2-3 pm Access the Accounting Profession in Ontario Résumé Writing This program is specifically for internationally- An employment counsellor shows you how to create a educated accountants. job-winning résumé by choosing proper structure and style, professional formatting, and creating strong and Nov 1 1-3 pm memorable accomplishment statements. New Job Search Strategies Albert Campbell* Oct 27 10 am-12:30 pm Discover new job search strategies to make your job- Job Interview Skills hunting more diverse and effective. An employment counsellor teaches you interview Dec 13 1-3 pm preparation secrets, what to expect from different types of interviews, questions to anticipate and strategies for answering them and what to do after an interview. Albert Campbell* Nov 24 10 am-12:30 pm

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Cedarbrae Careers Meet professional people working in your dream job, get tips for success and find out how to get into the field and job you want. For ages 13-19. Presented in partnership with East Metro Youth Services. Cedarbrae Sep 13, Oct 11, Nov 8, Dec 13 3:30-7 pm

Career & Job Search Help in French

ADULT Print Your Own Book at the Library Atelier Sur L’Emploi Connaitre et développer ses compétences pour avoir un Self-publish your own high quality emploi et/ou progresser en entreprise. En partenariat avec paperback book, cookbook, le centre de santé communautaire Black Creek. Inscription obligatoire, contacter Stanislas Etiegne au 416-246-2388, memoir or journal Ext. 3251, [email protected]. (colour cover and black & white pages) York Woods Sep 9, Oct 7, Nov 18 2-4 pm at a reasonable price with Asquith Press, Réussir à l’Entrevue Toronto Public Library’s new Apprenez les techniques de l’entrevue en trois étapes: la book-printing service. préparation, le processus et le suivi. Cet atelier est présenté par le Centre francophone de Toronto. Vous devez We provide online book templates, design contacter le Centre francophone au 416-962-4600 pour software, workshops and knowledgeable vous s’inscrire. Discussion Room. staff to answer your questions. Toronto Reference Oct 30 2-4 pm

Strategies de Recherche d’Emploi Maximisez vos chances de trouver un emploi en explorant les différentes stratégies de recherche d’emploi présentées dans cet atelier. Cet atelier est présenté par le Centre francophone de Toronto. Vous devez contacter le Centre francophone au 416-962-4600 pour vous s’inscrire. Discussion Room. ASQUITH Toronto Reference Oct 26 2-4 pm PRESS

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BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS MICROSOFT OFFICE: WORD, EXCEL, Computer Basics Part 1: Move That Mouse POWERPOINT AND PUBLISHER Computer Basics Part 2: Explore the Web Word Basics Part 1: Create and Edit a File Cyber Seniors Word Basics Part 2: Formatting Seniors Drop-in Excel Basics Keyboarding Basics PowerPoint Basics Photo and Video Uploading Publisher Basics

INTERNET SKILLS LIBRARY APPS Web Basics 1 Discover free online access to ebooks, music, movies and much more. We have classes on: Web Basics 2: Search Engines eBooks: Overdrive, Safari EMAIL AND SOCIAL NETWORKING Music: Hoopla, Naxos Email Made Easy Movies & TV: Hoopla, Criterion Collection Social Networking: Facebook, Twitter, Wordpress Magazines: Zinio, Flipster eAudiobooks: Overdrive, OneClick MOBILE DEVICES eLearning: Lynda.com, Safari, Mango Languages, IELTS Going Mobile Introduction to iPad / Android Tablet

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Throat singers at the opening of the Magnetic North exhibit in the TD Gallery.

FEATURE PROGRAMS Big names. New experiences. Toronto Public Library’s cultural programs feature artists and entertainers. Whatever your interests, there a free event for you to enjoy.

TD GALLERY EXHIBITS INDIGENOUS CELEBRATIONS The Gallery presents Pop Sherlock, a fascinating look Events, discussions and presentations for all ages on at the great detective’s iconic status. Later this year, contemporary Indigenous culture featuring Maurice come back for our I am Canada exhibit, showcasing Switzer, Chef Andrew George, Nancy Rowe and Jenny Canadian children’s book illustrators, page 18. Dupuis. Celebrate excellence in storytelling at the Indigenous Writers’ Gathering and more, page 21. ARTISTS IN THE LIBRARY Get hands-on creative experience with artists in CULTURE DAYS residence at 10 branches this fall. The program runs On September 29, 30 and October 1, discover the from September to December, page 19. world of artists, dancers and musicians in interactive events at library locations across the city, page 22. MAP FAMILY SATURDAYS The Sun Life Financial Museum + Arts Pass (MAP) lets you visit Toronto’s museums for free or visit them at your local branch, on Saturdays this fall, page 20.

Plus exhibits, arts and entertainment at your branch, pages 23-27.

17 TDGALLERY TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY AT THE TORONTO REFERENCE LIBRARY in the August 18 - October 22 A fascinating look at the Great Detective’s iconic DANCE · FASHION · MIXED-MEDIA · MUSIC · PHOTOGRAPHY · POETRY · STORYTELLING status in stage, screen and comic arts. This exhibit features an eclectic array of items from the library’s Arthur Conan Doyle Collection, including books, manuscripts, Hands-on creative experiences with artists-in-residence at 10 branches this fall music, graphic arts, movie scripts and more. A fan’s paradise, but also a great introduction to his cultural inﬂ uence. Free!

rit our n ytry r o rloc il Angela Misri, author of the ri Portia Adams mystery series, Films that show Sherlock at takes you through the process various stages of life, including of writing a mystery story, Young Sherlock Holmes (1985), Together at the Table: Stories, Food + A Community Clay Arts Exploration Drumming The Art of Play: Game Makers from plot to setting to creating Sherlock Holmes (2009) and Art with Hijinks with Paul Stewart with Girls Rock Camp Toronto with Hand Eye Society unforgettable characters. Mr. Holmes (2015). Get the A refl ection of what we eat through Explore creativity through clay Learn how to play your choice Explore the art of play using Thu, Aug 24, 6 pm schedule at tpl.catallry. storytelling, audio recording, throwing and sculpture making. Drop of drums. Registration required. videogames, interactive fi ction and Toronto Reference Library, printmaking and drawing. in and registered programs for all Programs for ages 8-16. screen-less games. Drop in programs Beeton Hall ui our Brentwood Branch ages. alern Branch for all ages. Get a fi rst-hand tour of the ownsiew Branch akwood illage ibrary exhibit. Every Tuesday at 2 pm, TD Gallery

oin p t Michael Martchenko © 2008 Goal! One Just From obr anuary The Baldwin Collection Storytelling through Movement Strange Journey Listening in the Library with Okay Collective with Ashima Suri with Moving Images with Christopher Willes Learn how to curate and promote Unleash your imagination in fun and A multimedia performance based on A series of concerts, presentations, anaa events related to the arts. Drop in interactive workshops that combine stories, pictures and dances. Drop in and workshops exploring sound, lbratin anaian ictur oo rt and registered programs for all ages. dance, theatre, yoga and storytelling. programs for children ages 6 and up. technology and experimental music. edarbrae Branch Drop in and registered programs for imico entennial Branch Registration required. Programs for A joyous celebration of Canadian children’s books, all ages. teens and adults. showcasing the work of much-loved Canadian illustrators airiew Branch carborough iic entre Branch through original book art from the Osborne Collection of Early Children’s Books and from the private collection of Scholastic Canada.

Check tpl.catallry for upcoming programs. In partnership with Local Stories with WordPlay Collective id you know The Osborne Collection of Early Explore and share your mythical and Street Dance Theatre Creation Children’s Books at Lillian H. Smith Library holds personal stories through theatre, with Mix Mix Dance Collective more than 90,000 rare and notable children’s books music and digital arts. Drop in and Learn the art of movement through ranging from the 14th century to contemporary registered programs for all ages. various street dancing forms like times. The collection is free and open for everyone. on ills Branch waacking, house and hip hop. Find out more at tpl.ca/osborne Registration required. All ages. ork oods Branch

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Hands-on creative experiences with artists-in-residence at 10 branches this fall

Together at the Table: Stories, Food + A Community Clay Arts Exploration Drumming The Art of Play: Game Makers Art with Hijinks with Paul Stewart with Girls Rock Camp Toronto with Hand Eye Society A reﬂ ection of what we eat through Explore creativity through clay Learn how to play your choice Explore the art of play using storytelling, audio recording, throwing and sculpture making. Drop of drums. Registration required. videogames, interactive ﬁ ction and printmaking and drawing. in and registered programs for all Programs for ages 8-16. screen-less games. Drop in programs Brentwood Branch ages. alern Branch for all ages. ownsiew Branch akwood illage ibrary

The Baldwin Collection Storytelling through Movement Strange Journey Listening in the Library with Okay Collective with Ashima Suri with Moving Images with Christopher Willes Learn how to curate and promote Unleash your imagination in fun and A multimedia performance based on A series of concerts, presentations, events related to the arts. Drop in interactive workshops that combine stories, pictures and dances. Drop in and workshops exploring sound, and registered programs for all ages. dance, theatre, yoga and storytelling. programs for children ages 6 and up. technology and experimental music. edarbrae Branch Drop in and registered programs for imico entennial Branch Registration required. Programs for all ages. teens and adults. airiew Branch carborough iic entre Branch

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Visite d’Auteur: Didier Leclair Scandal and Scurrility: Stories from Early Nous avons le plaisir de recevoir l’écrivain torontois Ontario Didier Leclair qui fera une conférence intitulée « Écrire Author Ann Birch shares true stories of adventure and en Ontario français », sur les défis qui s’y attachent. intrigue from Ontario’s early beginnings. Beeton Hall. Alderwood* Oct 16 7-8:15 pm Toronto Reference Sep 18 6-7:45 pm Lawren Harris: Machine Age Artist The Many Deaths of Tom Thomson: Separating Fact Former Chief Curator of the Art Gallery of Ontario Roald from Fiction Nasgaard speaks about Harris’ abstract paintings, though In July 1917, renowned Canadian landscape painter Tom colourful and rich in feeling, are often regarded as Thomson mysteriously disappeared while canoeing in emotionally remote. Ontario’s Algonquin Park. Over the last century, there Don Mills* Nov 1 7-8 pm have been wild theories of Thomson’s fate. Now the 100th anniversary of Tom Thomson’s death, cultural The Promise of Canada with Charlotte Gray historian Gregory Klages reviews historical records What does it mean to be a Canadian, what great ideas related to Thomson’s mysterious passing. Klages surveys have changed our country, and how have we matured? In first-hand testimony, archival records and a century of her book, The Promise of Canada, award-winning writer speculation about Thomson’s tragic demise. Charlotte Gray weaves together masterful portraits of Dawes Road* Sep 21 6:30-7:30 pm influential Canadians and examines some of the people Yorkville* Sep 26 7-8 pm and ideas that have shaped our country over the last 150 High Park* Oct 18 7-8 pm years. A ticketed event. Call 416-393-7657 to reserve or pick up in person on Nov 20. Ladies and Gentlemen...Leonard Cohen Deer Park Nov 21 2-3 pm Drop in for a film on Montreal poet, novelist and songwriter, Leonard Cohen. Presented in partnership with the National Film Board of Canada. Northern District Sep 25 6-6:45 pm

ADULTS Tea and Movies A wide variety of films followed by refreshments in the auditorium. At the Movies Don Mills Sep 8, Oct 13, Nov 10, Dec 8 2-4 pm Join us for a great movie. Admission is free and you can bring your own refreshments to enjoy. Contact the branch Nifty Frum Friends to find out what’s playing. Join this informal group of retirees who meet to exchange Toronto Reference Fridays, Sep 1-Dec 1 6-8 pm news and views on a variety of topics, do a simple craft or Riverdale Sep 5, 26; Oct 3, 31, Nov 7, 28, Dec 5 2-4 pm learn a new skill. Barbara Frum Sep 7, 21, Oct 5, 19, Nov 9, 23, Dec 7 2-4 pm Barbara Frum Sep 12, Oct 10, Nov 14 2-3:30 pm Eglinton Square Sep 13, Oct 11, Nov 8 1:30-3:30 pm Brentwood Sep 13, Oct 18, Nov 15 6-8 pm Albert Campbell Sep 15, Oct 20, Nov 17 2-4 pm Palmerston Sep 21, Oct 19, Nov 16, Dec 7 6-8:15 pm Danforth/Coxwell Sep 28, Oct 26, Nov 30 2-4 pm

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Social Conversation Circle Poetry Saved Our Lives Meet others in the neighbourhood with the same interests Poetry coaches lead workshops for youth to showcase their and make new friends. artistic poetic talent and develop their leadership skills. For Eatonville Sep 12, 26, Oct 10, 24, Nov 14, 28 6:30-8 pm ages 13-24. Fairview Mondays, Sep 11-Dec 18 4:30-7 pm History, Mystery and Discoveries Flemingdon Park Thursdays, Oct 5-Nov 30 4:30-6:30 pm Join us to view and discuss events of the past, human affairs and innovative stories that shape our world. Hinton From Book to Film Learning Theatre. Join us for a movie based on a work of teen literature and Toronto Reference Tuesdays, Sep 19-Dec 5 2-3 pm a discussion after the screening. Dufferin/St. Clair Oct 26, Nov 30 4-6 pm From Book to Film Movies based on works of literature, with a discussion after KIDS & FAMILIES the screening. Brentwood Sep 26, Oct 31, Nov 28 2-4 pm Family Films Sanderson Sep 28, Oct 26, Nov 30 6-8 pm G-rated movies for the whole family. A Glimpse into Classical Arabic Music Pape/Danforth Sep 15 6-8 pm George Sawa, expert on traditional Arabic music, discusses S. Walter Stewart Sep 30, Oct 28, Nov 25, Dec 9 2-4 pm the history of the rhythms and instruments that were crucial in the development of bellydancing and Arabic folk Dance Fusion with Culture Shock music. Learn some new moves in this dance class that fuses the Toronto Reference Sep 26 6:30-7:30 pm styles of Bollywood, Hip Hop, Egyptian, Dancehall, Latin and African dance. Russian Poetry and Music Salons Morningside Sep 30 2-3 pm Share a poem, short story or a song of your own. P. A. Day Movies Barbara Frum Sep 27, Oct 18 6-8 pm Enjoy a movie on your day off of school. Urban Folk Art Salon Danforth/Coxwell Oct 6, Nov 17, Dec 1 2-3:45 pm An evening filled with poets, singers and songwriters. Pape/Danforth Oct 6, Nov 17 2-4 pm Riverdale Oct 6, Nov 17, Dec 1 1-3 pm Mount Pleasant Sep 28, Oct 26, Nov 30 6-8 pm Highland Creek Nov 17, Dec 1 2-3:30 pm Woodside Square Nov 17 2-4 pm Ceilidh Dancing Ceilidh (Kay Lee) dance is a fun way to exercise and enjoy Puppet Shows social time together. No experience necessary. A variety of puppet shows based on children’s books. Call Don Mills* Sep 29 2-3 pm or visit the branch for more details. Long Branch Oct 26, Dec 14 6:30-7:30 pm Armchair Travel Thorncliffe Oct 26 6-7 pm A charming travel slide presented by raconteur Irwin College/Shaw Oct 28, Nov 25 3-3:30 pm Patterson. Gerrard/Ashdale Oct 30, Dec 11 1:30-2 pm Hillcrest Oct 13, Nov 17 1:30-3 pm Danforth/Coxwell Dec 2 2-2:45 pm

Geocaching International Film Festival Halloween Scavenger Hunt Films about geocaching created by geocachers. Boo! Join us for a scary, howling time looking for scary Danforth/Coxwell Nov 4 2-3:30 pm items around the branch. Highland Creek Oct 27 4-5 pm

Jingle Bell Time Sing along with Karen Gray to holiday songs celebrating the holiday season. For all ages. Don Mills* Dec 16 11-11:45 am

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Community Exercise Program for Seniors Stress Management through Restorative Meditation A variety of exercises to improve endurance, strength and Sessions begin with methods of mantra meditation using balance. Offered by Carefirst Seniors. Bring your OHIP breath and music, followed by yoga postures. Courtesy of Health Card to the first session. Meditation Toronto. Classes at a beginner pace but all are Yorkville* Tuesdays, Sep 5-Dec 12 10-10:45 am welcome regardless of experience level. A yoga mat may Hillcrest* Wednesdays, Sep 13-Dec 13 1-2:30 pm be required. Call the branch for more information. Brentwood Sep 11, 18; Oct 2, 16; Nov 6, 20; Dec 11 7-8 pm Preventing Falls and Injury Maryvale Sep 16, Oct 14, Nov 11, Dec 9 11 am-12 pm A program for older adults. Find out what you can do to Oakwood Village* Sep 25, Oct 30, Nov 27, Dec 18 6:30-7:30 pm help prevent falls from happening to you. Don Mills Sep 30, Oct 21, Nov 25, Dec 16 12:30-1:30 pm Danforth/Coxwell Sep 6 1:30-2:30 pm Plant Walk in Riverside Laughter Therapy Walk through the Riverside neighbourhood with local herbalist Danette Steele. Danette shares stories about Laughter can help reduce stress and improve the flow of the plants and provides tips and recipes for the safe oxygen to the heart and brain. Join our laughter therapy and sustainable harvesting of local plants for food and exercise classes and discover what it can do for you. medicine. Warm herbal teas provided, bring your own Albion Sep 7, Oct 5 11 am-12 pm mug. Meditation Hour Queen/Saulter* Sep 16 11 am-12:30 pm Do some easy stress-relieving stretches, followed by deep Digital Health Forum for Family Caregivers breathing and a relaxing and rejuvenating meditation Discover how to become more skilled and confident in session. Yoga mats are required. using digital technologies to stay socially connected and Evelyn Gregory Sep 9, Oct 28, Nov 4 11 am-12 pm aware of caregiver resources. In partnership with the Reitman Centre (Sinai Health System) and Tech Coaches. Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias Eatonville Sep 18 10 am-12:30 pm Learn about the impact of changes to the brain and strategies to reduce risk factors. In partnership with Brain Health Alzheimer Society of Toronto. Using interactive games and exercises, learn about key Woodside Square Sep 11 6:30-8 pm principles of brain health and activities that may reduce one’s risk of dementia. In partnership with Alzheimer Dr. Allan’s Medicine Show Society of Toronto. Listen to music while Dr. Norman Allan talks about Woodside Square Sep 18 6:30-8 pm alternative medicine, herbs, foods and healing stories. Mount Pleasant Sep 14, Oct 12, Nov 9 7-8 pm

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ADULTS Make the Connection (Toddler) Help your toddler discover their world and feel close to you. Prevent Diabetes Now Parliament Street* Saturdays, Sep 16-Nov 11 2-4 pm Adults under the age of 65 can learn risk factors for Type 2 diabetes and strategies to aid in prevention. This Kids Have Stress Too! workshop includes one hour of discussion led by a nurse, Understand stress in children and effective ways to followed by one hour of exercise led by a certified health support your children deal with stress. instructor. Highland Creek* Sep 26, Oct 3 6-8 pm St. James Town Fridays, Sep 1-22 11 am-1 pm Morningside* Tuesdays, Sep 26-Oct 17 10 am-12 pm Building Resilience in Children and Youth Diabetes Prevention Learn about resilience, why it is important and how to help your 10-14 year-old bounce back from challenges. Recognize the signs of diabetes and what changes you can make to control the symptoms. Palmerston* Sep 26 6-8 pm Woodside Square* Sep 19 6:30-8 pm Make the Connection (Baby) Do You Want to Quit Smoking? Parents with babies from birth to 12 months, learn about different parenting styles and how to make your baby Learn about cessation strategies, nicotine replacement feel loved. therapy and resources for quitting. Eligible participants receive a free 5-week course of nicotine patches. Riverdale* Fridays, Oct 6-Nov 17 10 am-12 pm Woodside Square* Sep 30 10 am-1 pm At Home Alone Parents and caregivers, together with your 10-14 KIDS & FAMILIES year old child, develop a personal safety and injury prevention plan tailored to meet your family’s needs. Pape/Danforth* Sep 16 2-4 pm Living and Learning with Baby Locke Sep 23 2-4 pm A parenting program for parents with infants aged Highland Creek* Oct 7 2-4 pm 6 weeks to 6 months. Topics covered: adjusting to Morningside* Oct 21 10 am-12 pm parenthood, infant nutrition, growth and development, Oakwood Village* Oct 21 2-4 pm caring for a sick child, keeping your child safe and Palmerston Nov 2 6-8 pm community resources. Living and Learning with Baby (for Dads) Riverdale Thursdays, Sep 14-Oct 26 1-3 pm A parenting program for dads with infants aged 6 weeks to 6 months. Topics covered: adjusting to parenthood, infant nutrition, growth and development, caring for a sick child, keeping your child safe and community resources. Riverdale Saturdays, Nov 18-Dec 16 10 am-12 pm

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Discover Canada’s Bruce Trail: Intro to Hiking The Make Fitness a Lifelong Habit Trail Author, fitness trainer and Globe and Mail fitness columnist Hike leaders from the Toronto Bruce Trail Club break down Kathleen Trotter talks about her latest book, Finding Your the ins and outs of hiking and talk about safety issues and Fit: A Compassionate Trainer’s Guide to Making Fitness a gear. They provide practical suggestions for hiking the Lifelong Habit. Bruce Trail, as well as other hikes in Toronto and parts of Woodside Square Sep 27 7-8 pm southern Ontario. Humber Bay Oct 4 7-8 pm Agincourt Sep 21 6:30-7:30 pm Highland Creek Nov 1 1-2 pm

Decluttering Your Space and Mind Senior Drivers and the Licence Renewal Process This workshop is designed to clear your mind and give you An MTO representative talks about recent changes to the new perspectives on personal spaces, both inside and out. rules of the road and goes over the testing requirements A professional organizer helps you learn how to overcome for the renewal process, as well as the signs of ageing and being overwhelmed by clutter so you can work effectively. medication as it relates to driving ability. Albert Campbell Sep 23 2-3 pm Dufferin/St. Clair* Sep 28 2-3 pm

Restorative Meditation Home Security A Meditation Toronto Instructor shows you easy stress- Police Constable Hannah from Toronto Police 54 Division relieving stretches followed by a deep breathing and presents a program on home security. rejuvenating meditation session. All are welcome S. Walter Stewart Oct 2 1-2 pm regardless of experience level. Pape/Danforth Sep 23, Oct 21, Nov 18, Dec 16 2-3 pm Mindfulness, Mental and Brain Health Dr. Nasreen Khatri discusses how even brief mindfulness Dementia and Supportive Communication practice can improve mood and memory. This workshop discusses changes in communication Don Mills* Oct 4 6:30-8 pm that occur in people with dementia and strategies to communicate more effectively with the individual. In Rabbinic and Talmudic Sources for Exercising and partnership with Alzheimer Society of Toronto. Eating Healthy Woodside Square* Sep 25 6:30-8 pm A workshop using original Rabbinic sources as the basis for discussion on the Jewish mitzvah of preserving health Community Yoga through physical activity and proper nutrition. Yoga classes for all levels. Bring a mat and a water bottle. Barbara Frum* Oct 16 6:30-7:30 pm Annette Street Sep 26, Oct 31, Nov 28 6:30-7:30 pm Strategies for Understanding and Managing Your Do You Have Radon in Your Home? Anxious Thoughts Mainul Husain from Health Canada explains why you Learn about where worry comes from, tips for noticing should be concerned about radon in your home and when it has become problematic and strategies to manage workplace and what you can do about it. the level of worry in your life. Hillcrest Sep 26 7-8 pm Don Mills* Oct 20 2-3:30 pm

Good News About Cognition and Aging Maximize Your Brain Health Dr. Lynn Hasher presents research findings about aging and Dr. Angela Troyer discusses the science behind brain health how cognitive skills are sometimes improved as we age. In and how to maximize it by adopting healthier lifestyle partnership with Baycrest. habits. In partnership with Baycrest. Toronto Reference Sep 26 1-2 pm Toronto Reference Oct 24 1-2 pm

Coping with the Golden Years A long-time Baycrest volunteer candidly discusses the challenges and losses of living into your senior years can Many programs are ongoing and we’re adding more all bring and ways to improve your physical and emotional the time. Visit tpl.ca/programs for upcoming dates and health. to find out what’s new. Barbara Frum Oct 25 2-3 pm

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Musicking, Science and Health: A Mental Tune-Up Discover how music affects your health and quality of life. Health & Wellness in Don Mills* Nov 3 2-3:30 pm Other Languages Is Your Environment Healthy? Get information on chemical hazards, outdoor air quality Wellness Club for Seniors (in Mandarin) and how the environment can affect your health and Make new friends, share ideas and learn how to keep fit to everyday life. become a happier and healthier you. Hillcrest Nov 21 7-8 pm Steeles Sep 7, Oct 5, Nov 2, Dec 7 1-4 pm Bridlewood Sep 27, Oct 25, Nov 22, Dec 27 9:30-11 am TEENS

Babysitting Course Learn how to safely babysit infants and young children. This course covers diapering, feeding, age-appropriate activities and games, how to handle emergencies, household safety, basic first aid and more. Receive your Red Cross babysitting certificate upon completion of the course. Fee: $60 includes taxes, material and textbook. Register online at citycpr.com/courses or call 416-531-7066. For ages 11-15. Oakwood Village Oct 14 9 am-5 pm Pape/Danforth Oct 14 9 am-5 pm Palmerston Oct 28 9 am-5 pm

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Fidget Widgets and Concentration in School Learn about fidget widgets and how they can help children concentrate in school. Make your own simple stress ball to take home at the end of the session. For parents and their children ages 6 and up. book a librarian Thorncliffe* Sep 9 2-3 pm Doing research? Music and Movement Kids enjoy songs, dance and movement activities that build Need to find library information motor and social skills. or help with e-books? College/Shaw Saturdays, Oct 21-Nov 25 11-11:30 am Book a free 30 to 60 minute Infant Massage appointment with our staff. Learn effective infant massage through one-on-one direction by an RMT professor from Centennial College. Your infant’s health history is required prior to the Ask our staff or visit program. tpl.ca/librarian Morningside Nov 3 9:30-10:15 am or 10:15-11 am

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EMOTIONALLY INTELLIGENT ARTIFICIAL WOMEN’S BRAIN HEALTH AND AGING INTELLIGENCE Dr. Gillian Einstein, one of Canada’s Dr. Kang Lee, developmental researcher at leading experts in the field of the University of Toronto and chief science neuroscience, sex and gender discusses officer at Nuralogix, talks about the her research on why women are more technology he’s developed that detects affected by brain disorders than men. emotions to create artificial intelligence Thu, Oct 19, 6:30-7:30 pm to effectively help humans. Yorkville Branch Wed, Sep 6, 7-8 pm Lillian H. Smith Branch THE ROBOT WILL SEE YOU NOW: ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN MEDICINE THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF Experts in various fields discuss the ethical use of artificial DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY AND ITS IMPACT intelligence in medicine and the issues surrounding, ON HEALTH CARE privacy, accuracy and accountability. Dr. Edward Brown explains how digital Tue, Nov 21, 6:30-7:30 pm technology will soon help connect family Palmerston Branch doctors to patients in remote or isolated locations, as well as make changes in the PRACTICAL APPS way doctors manage their practices. Dr. Payal Agarwal explains how doctors Mon, Sep 25, 6:30-7:30 pm use Practical Apps, a review column that Barbara Frum Branch takes a critical look at health apps, to help manage their patients’ health. Tue, Nov 28, 7-8 pm Hillcrest Branch

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

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Don Mills As It Was Ancestry Basics Travel back in time to the days when Don Mills farms Learn basic searches to find records of your ancestors using produced food that ended up on the shelves of downtown the popular genealogy database Ancestry Library Edition. Toronto grocery stores. Author Scott Kennedy shares stories For those with little or no experience with family history. and photographs from his book, Don Mills: From Forests Call 416-393-7209 to register. Learning Centre 2. and Farms to Forces of Change. Toronto Reference Sep 30 2-4 pm Don Mills* Sep 15 2-3:30 pm Lights, Camera, Archives The Search for Richard III: England’s Lost King A presentation featuring historical film clips produced by Members of the Richard III Society explain who Richard III the Government of Ontario on subjects of health, tourism, was and why a woman risked being called a crackpot in her education and staff training. From the Archives of Ontario. quest to find the remains of the controversial monarch. Yorkville Oct 12 3-4 pm S. Walter Stewart Sep 19 7-8 pm Genealogy 101 The Early Airfields of Toronto Discover how to start your family tree in this seminar ideal Robert Galway, author of The Early Airfields of Toronto: for those new to genealogy. From de Lesseps to de Havilland and Beyond, discusses the Morningside Oct 28, Nov 25 2:30-4 pm history of Toronto’s early airfields. Co-sponsored by the North York Historical Society. Deadlock in Korea: Canadians at War Fairview Sep 20 1-2 pm Join Ted Barris, author of Deadlock in Korea: Canadians at War 1950-1953, for a discussion of Canada’s role in Scarborough Historical Society the Korean War. Between 1950 and 1953, nearly 30,000 Join us for talks with guest speakers on historical subjects: volunteers joined the effort to contain communist family trees (Sep 26), Ontario turns 150 (Oct 24) and incursions into South Korea and support the fledgling Scarborough’s heritage (Nov 28). Meetings are free and United Nations. Sponsored by the North York Historical include refreshments. Society. Bendale Sep 26, Oct 24, Nov 28 7:30-10 pm Fairview Nov 15 7-8:30 pm

East York Historical Society KIDS & FAMILIES Discussions on local history subjects about your neighbourhood. Bring your questions, photos, and memorabilia. In Conversation with Holocaust Survivor Gerda Frieberg (All ages) S. Walter Stewart Sep 26, Nov 28 7:30-9 pm Oct 18 2-4 pm Join us for a moving discussion and personal account with Holocaust survivor Gerda Frieberg. Presented by the Holocaust Education Centre of Toronto. Oakwood Village Nov 7 1:30-2:30 pm

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Crocheting and Knitting Fall Paper Making Club A great place to share your interests whether you’re a Make your own paper. Bring your own materials. beginner or a pro, bring your handiwork and spend some Lillian H. Smith* Mondays, Sep 11-Nov 27 3:30-5 pm time with fellow knitters and crocheters. Leaside Fridays, Sep 1-Dec 22 10-11:45 am Jewellery Workshop Albert Campbell Saturdays, Sep 2-Dec 23 2-3 pm Unleash your creative side and learn to make beautiful Annette Street Saturdays, Sep 2-Nov 25 10 am-12 pm jewellery. Albion Tuesdays, Sep 5-Dec 19 6-7:30 pm Albert Campbell Sep 19, Nov 7 2-3 pm Danforth/Coxwell Sep 6, Oct 4, Nov 1, Dec 6 6:30-8 pm Northern Elms Wednesdays, Sep 6-Dec 27 7-8 pm Tatting Anyone? Main Street Thursdays, Sep 7-Dec 28 9:30-11 am Maria A. Shchuka Thursdays, Sep 7-Dec 28 6-8 pm Drop in and spend some time with fellow tatters. Pape/Danforth Sep 13, Oct 11, Nov 8, Dec 13 1:30-3 pm Co-sponsored with Fringe Tatters. Long Branch Sep 23, Oct 28, Nov 25, Dec 23 1-4 pm Chess for Adults Meet like-minded players. Silk Flower Making Workshop Gerrard/Ashdale Saturdays, Sep 2-Dec 30 1-2:30 pm Learn how to make silk flowers. Materials provided. Lillian H. Smith Sep 29 2-3:30 pm Colouring and Conversation A great activity that reduces stress and anxiety. Bring a Rug Hooking friend or co-worker or just come on your own. Materials Join fellow rug hookers as we get together to work on provided. individual projects. All skill levels are welcome. Bring your Leaside Tuesdays, Sep 5-Dec 19 7-8:15 pm own project. Locke Sep 9, 23; Oct 7, 21; Nov 4, 18; Dec 2, 16 2-3:30 pm Mimico Centennial Sep 30, Oct 28, Nov 25 12-4 pm

Games Night Chinese Calligraphy: The Art of Virtue Solve and complete jigsaw puzzles or play other games. Meditative workshop that focuses on expressing harmony Leaside Tuesdays, Sep 5-Dec 19 6:30-8:15 pm and beauty. Materials provided. Jane/Dundas Sep 7, Oct 5, Nov 2, Dec 7 6:30-8 pm Yorkville* Sep 30 2-3 pm

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Gaming Drop-in Knitting Club Get your game on with video games. Make cool stuff and meet new friends. For ages 8 and up. Cedarbrae Sep 1, Oct 6, Nov 3, Dec 1 5-7 pm Malvern Sep 1, 15, Oct 6, 20, Nov 3, 17; Dec 1 6-8 pm S. Walter Stewart Sep 6, 20; Oct 4, 18, 31; Nov 14, 29 11:45 am-12:30 pm Lego Club Craft n’ Chill Create, build and use your imagination! Chat and de-stress while trying your hand at the Japanese Maria A. Shchuka Tuesdays, Sep 5-Dec 5 3:30-4:30 pm art of origami and other paper-crafts. Fairview Sep 16 2-4 pm Thanksgiving Day Craft Make a craft to take home. Chess Club Highland Creek Oct 6 4-5 pm Enjoy a game of chess with your friends or challenge new Woodside Square Oct 7 2-3 pm opponents. Don Mills Oct 6, 13; Nov 3, 10 4:30-6 pm Board Games Challenge your friends to a board game! Day of the Dead Pots Woodside Square Oct 6 2-3 pm Learn how to decorate clay pots with skulls for the Day of the Dead. Supplies provided. Halloween Craft S. Walter Stewart Oct 19 4-5:30 pm Get ready for Halloween by making a scary decoration. Button Ornaments Black Creek Oct 28 2-3 pm Make button ornaments. Supplies provided. Gaming S. Walter Stewart Nov 16 4-5 pm An afternoon of Wii and Xbox 360 fun. Woodside Square Oct 28 2-3:30 pm

Holiday Canvas Bring your creativity to create holiday-themed paintings. Woodside Square* Nov 25 2-3 pm

Lego on Your P. A. Day Have fines? Create, build and use your imagination.

Woodside Square* Dec 1 2-3 pm

Holiday Craft Make a craft celebrating an upcoming holiday. For ages 4 and up. Black Creek Dec 2 1:30-3 pm

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ADULTS Scams: If It Sounds Too Good To Be True, Understand Your Credit Score It Probably Is Consumer columnist Ellen Roseman helps you understand A detective constable talks about frauds and scams which your credit score and how you can pay less for consumer often target seniors. Learn about the most common scams loans and mortgages. Find out what is behind the credit and how to recognize and avoid them. scores kept in Canada’s credit reporting agencies. Beaches Sep 12 2-3 pm Fairview Sep 26 6:30-8:30 pm

Low-Income Retirement Planning Income Tax, Benefits and Credits What it means to retire on a low income. Learn how to Learn how to apply for benefits based on your tax return apply for the different benefit programs (such as CPP, and other tax-related tips. OAS, GIS) and how to maximize your retirement income. Main Street Sep 27 6:30-7:30 pm Offered by the WoodGreen Community Services Financial Empowerment Program. Ten Healthy Habits of Financial Management Bendale* Sep 19 6:30-7:30 pm Learn how to get your financial house in order by assessing your level of financial fitness and setting financial goals. Estate Planning Barbara Frum* Nov 15 2-3 pm Create a plan to distribute assets, during life or upon death with the tools of estate planning: powers of attorney, wills, Identify Fraud and Protection joint accounts, gifting and trusts. Presented by Chartered A former chartered accountant talks about the types of fraud, Professional Accountants Canada. Program at Toronto signs you may be a victim and steps to fix the problem. Reference takes place in Beeton Hall. Fairview Nov 22 6:30-8 pm Mount Pleasant Sep 20 2 pm Don Mills* Sep 22 2-3:30 pm Banking and Financial Services Toronto Reference Sep 25 6:30-8 pm Learn about the differences between banks, credit unions Spadina Road Oct 5 7-8 pm and the “alternative” financial sector, how to select and Albert Campbell Oct 10 2 pm open an account, and your rights as a consumer. Humber Bay Oct 12 6:30 pm Woodside Square* Oct 17 6:30-8 pm Morningside* Nov 23 6:30-7:30 pm Pleasant View Oct 19 6 pm Hillcrest Oct 24 7-8 pm KIDS & FAMILIES Albion Oct 25 1-2:30 pm Morningside Oct 26 6:30-7:30 pm Humber Bay Nov 3 2 pm Talking to Kids About Savings S. Walter Stewart Nov 7 7-8 pm A former chartered accountant shares smart ways that Yorkville Nov 16 6:30-8 pm could help you instill good saving habits in kids, some Beaches Nov 21 2 pm teachable moments, budgeting and how to get the conversation started with kids. Fairview Sep 13 6:30-8 pm

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Law at the Library Programs offered by the Ontario Bar Association. These sessions are informational only and do not include legal advice.

Digital Privacy: Protect Yourself in the Pape/Danforth Nov 6 6-7:30 pm Digital Age Hillcrest Nov 7 7-8 pm Kennedy/Eglinton Nov 7 6:30-8 pm Technology lawyer Brent Arnold discusses how to Runnymede Nov 8 6:30-8 pm protect yourself online, government surveillance, border Yorkville Nov 8 6:30-8 pm security, and your rights when it comes to companies Albion Nov 11 2-3 pm collecting your data. Danforth/Coxwell Nov 15 6:30-7:30 pm Fairview Oct 17 6:30-8 pm Don Mills Nov 15 7-8 pm Bayview Nov 16 6:30-7:30 pm Make a Will Month Taylor Memorial Nov 16 2-3 pm November is Make a Will Month. Learn how having Dufferin/St. Clair Nov 16 7-8 pm a will and powers of attorney can help you and your Toronto Reference Nov 16 6:30-8 pm family. Lawyers who have expertise in wills and estates Humber Bay Nov 16 7:30-8:30 pm law speak about why you need a will, what happens if Brentwood Nov 18 2-3:30 pm you don’t have one, what are powers of attorney and Lillian H. Smith Nov 18 2-3:30 pm why they are important. Program at Toronto Reference Parliament Street Nov 18 12-1:30 pm takes place in Beeton Hall. Sanderson Nov 18 2-3:30 pm Fairview Nov 1 1-3 pm Barbara Frum Nov 20 6-7 pm Leaside Nov 1 7-8 pm S. Walter Stewart Nov 20 7-8:30 pm Albert Campbell Nov 2 6:30-7:30 pm Long Branch Nov 21 6:30-8 pm McGregor Park Nov 2 2-3:30 pm Main Street Nov 22 6:30-7:30 pm Riverdale Nov 2 7-8 pm Woodside Square* Nov 25 10-11:30 am Jane/Dundas Nov 4 2-4 pm Locke Nov 25 2-3:30 pm Malvern Nov 4 2-3 pm Elmbrook Park Nov 29 6:30 -8 pm Northern District Nov 4 2-3:30 pm

Digital Archive Rare historical pictures, maps, ephemera and digitized books. Available online for your research, study and discovery.

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torontopubliclibrary.ca 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.

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Storytimes Fun with Letters Children recognize letters by participating in different Programs & Storytimes hands-on activities such as alphabet puzzles, flashcards and These programs are for children from birth to ﬁ ve years old and storybooks. For ages 2-6. in French and Other their parents or caregivers. They encourage a lifelong love of Malvern Sep 1, 8 9:30-11 am Woodside Square Thursdays, Sep 7-Dec 21 1:30-3 pm Languages reading, build reading readiness in children, and show parents Ontario Early Years Storytime (in Cantonese) and caregivers how to help their child get ready for reading. Play through songs, books and stories for children up to Stories, songs and rhymes for children age 19 months to 5 age 5. This program is facilitated by Ontario Early Years years. staff. A healthy snack is provided for the children. Woodside Square* Tuesdays, Sep 12-Oct 17 1:30-2:15 pm Black Creek Wednesdays, Fridays, Sep 6-Dec 22 1-3 pm Family Time Rainbow Family Storytime ab ime amil ime Histoires, chansons, comptines et d’amusement pour Stories, songs and crafts exploring themes of family, love les enfants de 5 ans et de moins en français. Aucune ouncing and tickling rhmes, songs and tories, songs, rhmes and actiities or and friendship, being different and belonging. Everyone is stories or babies rom birth to months children age and under ith their parents or inscription requise. Stories, songs, rhymes and fun for welcome. Bring a friend and your favourite stuffed toy. children 5 years and under in French. ith their parents or caregiers. caregiers. Parliament Street Sep 30, Oct 28, Nov 25 11-11:35 am Thorncliffe Sep 9, 23; Oct7; Nov 3, 18; Dec 2, 16 1-1:30 pm Don Mills Dec 2 11-11:30 am oddler ime ama ime Thanksgiving Storytime and Craft An afternoon of Thanksgiving songs, stories and crafts for A Greek Christmas (in Greek) tories, songs and rhmes or children age edtime stories, songs, rhmes and actiities all ages. months to ears ith their parents or or children age and under ith their Songs and stories for preschool children with Danai Florou. Morningside Oct 7 2-3 pm Make a Christmas craft, too. caregiers. parents or caregiers. Pape/Danforth* Dec 16 11-11:45 am Let it Snow! Winter Storytime and Craft reschool ime or dates, times and locations o programs Get cozy with winter-themed stories, songs and make a small craft. For ages 2-6. tories, songs and rhmes or children age near ou, isit our ebsite or call our branch. Many programs are ongoing and we’re adding more all Pape/Danforth Dec 1 2-2:45 pm ome branches hae limited space and reuire the time. Visit tpl.ca/programs for upcoming dates and ears ith their parents or caregiers. Morningside Dec 9 2-3 pm preregistration. to find out what’s new.

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Biomimicry: Learning from Nature’s Designs Passive Design: Let the Design Do the Work Discover how nature’s evolution is inspiring engineers, University of Waterloo’s School of Architecture professor scientists and architects to develop everything from gecko- Terri Boake Meyer discusses better building design using like adhesive tape to “echolocating” canes for the blind. natural elements to cool our city. Presented by naturalist Richard Aaron. Don Mills* Nov 22 7-8 pm Runnymede Sep 11 6:30-8 pm

Open Data Book Club Data miners, analysts and engaged Torontonians are invited to join these monthly discussions to get a better understanding of their government. At each event, review, analyze and find trends using government open data sets alongside the staff members who are responsible for them. Browsery. Toronto Reference Sep 21, Oct 19, Nov 16, Dec 14 6-8 pm

Arduino Meetup Meet like-minded open-source advocates, chat and create with other makers. Everyone is welcome. Scarborough Civic Centre Sep 26, Oct 31, Nov 28 6-8 pm

Archaeoastronomy: The Astronomy of Civilizations Past Make. Play. Learn Dr. John Percy, Professor Emeritus, Astronomy and Mobile equipment kits with new Astrophysics at University of Toronto, discusses how and why astronomy was important to early civilizations such as and emerging technologies for Stonehenge and the Pyramids and the important roles of all ages and skill levels Chinese, Indian, and Islamic astronomy. Pape/Danforth Oct 4 6:30-8 pm

Toronto’s Astronomical Heritage John Percy, Professor Emeritus, Astronomy and Astrophysics #TPLMakers @tplpopuplearning at University of Toronto discusses how Toronto became a “centre of the universe” for astronomical research, education and outreach. tpl.ca/popuplearning Pape/Danforth Nov 1 6:30-8 pm

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September 18-24 A week-long celebration of science-based activities and events. For a complete listing, visit tpl.ca/scienceliteracyweek.

ADULTS Gadget Fun Try to drive a small robot, investigate how circuits work and indulge your inner kid with the world of Wonder Nature’s Destructive Fury Robots, Sphero Sprk+ and Snap Circuits. Throughout its 4.5 billion year history, Earth has been Brentwood Sep 22 1-2:30 pm threatened by cataclysmic events such as extreme volcanic eruptions and asteroid impacts which have caused mass extinction of species. Astrophycist Alysa KIDS & FAMILIES Obertas discusses the ways in which nature can destroy planets. Hillcrest Sep 19 7-8 pm Make Your Own Slime Explore this strange product of everyday chemistry. For Science at the South Pole ages 6-12. Imagine viewing the leftover light from the Big Bang Gerrard/Ashdale* Sep 20 4-5 pm while stationed at the Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station in Antarctica. University of Toronto professor Family Tech Club Keith Vanderlinde talks about his work with the 10m The entire family can learn about basic coding, cool apps, South Pole Telescope and the science that convinced 3D Printer demonstrations and maker technologies. For him to undertake an 11-month “winterover” position ages 6 and up. Bring your own tablet. working on-location with the telescope. Gerrard/Ashdale* Sep 23 2-3 pm Northern District Sep 19 7-8 pm LEGO Mindstorms Battlebots Virtual Reality Experience You and your team race, build and wrestle your robots Explore various VR titles with a hands-on introduction to against other teams while exploring robotics, coding, and VR. You have 15 minute to explore from our selection of engineering concepts and problems. For ages 9-14. VR programs and games. Pape/Danforth* Sep 23 11 am-12:30 pm Scarborough Civic Centre Sep 9 6-8 pm Paper Marbling Meet Zuul, a New Armoured Dinosaur at the Royal Ontario Museum Learn the science behind paper marbling and watch ordinary paper get transformed into colourful Paeontologist Dr. Victoria Arbour presents a brand-new masterpieces. For ages 6-12. dinosaur named Zuul crurivastator (which translates to “destroyer of shins.”) Zuul was an armoured dinosaur Thorncliffe Sep 23 2-3 pm with a tail club and its skeleton is one of the best of its kind ever discovered. Yorkville Sep 21 6:30-7:30 pm S. Walter Stewart Sep 22 7-8 pm

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KIDS & FAMILIES CHRONICLES OF A Programming Adventures PECULIAR UNIVERSE Using the programming language Google Blocky, practise A series presented by York your problem-solving skills and discover programming University’s Faculty of concepts such as sequences, conditional statements and Science. loops through meaningful play. For ages 6-8. S. Walter Stewart* Sep 1 9:30-11:30 am Quasar, Quasar, Burning Bright Quasars are the brightest objects in our universe and are Robot Rescue formed when matter spirals into supermassive black holes. The mBot robot allows beginner programmers to harness Professor Patrick Hall discusses these fascinating objects the power of graphical computer programming. Learn how and how they tap the strong gravity of black holes. to program your own autonomous robotic vehicles capable Danforth/Coxwell Oct 11 6:30-7:30 pm of aiding in various rescue missions including floods, car accidents and lost persons. For ages 9-12. How to Get to Mars S. Walter Stewart* Sep 1 1-3 pm NASA aims to send humans to the Red Planet in the 2030s. Professor Robin Metcalfe provides an overview of Arduino Club our past, present and future missions to Mars. Join our group of non-experts as we tinker on our own Lillian H. Smith Oct 12 6:30-7:30 pm projects with some support from staff. For ages 10 and up. Children under the age of 13 be accompanied and assisted The Social Habits of Galaxies by an adult. Most galaxies enjoy the company of other galaxies and Fort York Sep 21, Oct 19, Nov 16 5:30-6:30 pm like to spin – creating beautiful disks of stars and gas. PhD student George Conidis examines our own galaxy, Discovery Fridays The Milky Way, and its friends to better understand the Children ages 6-12 learn something new at each P.A. Day. social habits of disk galaxies. Materials are provided. S. Walter Stewart Oct 17 7-8 pm Queen/Saulter Oct 6, Nov 17, Dec 11 2:30-3:30 pm Don Mills Nov 16 7-8 pm

Secrets of Our Dark Universe Most of our universe is made up of dark matter and MINI MAKERS dark energy, and scientists have a hard time detecting or explaining them. PhD student Alexandra Terrana Hands-on activities for explores what dark matter and energy are, and how ages 4-8 that explore an alternative theory of gravity might solve these STEM concepts. mysteries. Brentwood Nov 11 2-3 pm Sundays, Sep 17-Oct 1 and Oct 15-Dec 17, 2:30-3:30 pm At select branches: Is Anyone Home? Since 1995, thousands of planets have been detected Agincourt Don Mills Parliament Street orbiting other stars, possibly containing liquid water and Albion Fairview Richview even life. Professor Paul Delaney describes our current Albert Campbell Locke S. Walter Stewart understanding of exoplanets, the ongoing search for Barbara Frum Lillian H. Smith York Woods them and the implications of the search for life. Bloor/Gladstone Malvern Barbara Frum Nov 14 6:30-7:30 pm Brentwood Maria A. Shchuka Cedarbrae Northern District

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For more programs visit tpl.ca/ragileplanet SMALL BUSINESS

ADULTS

Small Business Network Transform Your Business to a Digital Workplace If you are thinking about starting a small business or in Alex Sirota, founder of New Path Consulting, introduces the process of doing so, this network is for you. Learn you to inexpensive, easy-to-use cloud-based apps ideal for from others, guest speakers, share your own experiences small and medium-sized businesses. Groups must register and soak in the collective wisdom of the group. Program at 416-393-7717. at Toronto Reference takes place in the Hinton Learning Gerrard/Ashdale Oct 19 7-8 pm Theatre. Toronto Reference Sep 12, Oct 10, Nov 14, Dec 5 6-7:30 pm Movie: The Founder Fairview Sep 19, Nov 28 6:30-8 pm The true story of how Ray Kroc, a salesman from Illinois Danforth/Coxwell Sep 20 6:30-7:30 pm in the 1950s, was able to take over the single, family-run Northern District Nov 22 6:30-7:30 pm McDonald’s burger operation and turn it into the billion- dollar empire it is today. One-on-One Business Consultations with Enterprise Dufferin/St. Clair Oct 26 6-7:45 pm Toronto Book a free, 30-minute consultation with an Enterprise Networking: Anytime, Anywhere and with Anyone Toronto small business advisor. Enterprise Toronto How many degrees of separation does it take before can assist or provide you with: business registration, you connect a stranger with someone you know? Former incorporation and research assistance, consultation on Entrepreneur-in-Residence Jean Chow examines ways to government programs, financing and incubation services, manage our fears and take the first steps towards being and recommend business information seminars, training networking super heroes with positive and successful and networking opportunities. networking outcomes. Hinton Learning Theatre. Albion* Sep 20, Oct 18, Nov 15 10 am-1 pm Toronto Reference Nov 15 6:30-8 pm Fairview Sep 21; Oct 19, 24; Nov 16; Dec 14 9:30 am-1 pm Create a Facebook Page for Your Business How Small Businesses Use Social Media Learn about company Facebook pages and how they can Take a look at how small businesses use social media be useful for your business. Create a basic page in class. A sites, like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to promote working email address is required. themselves. Fairview Nov 23 2-3 pm Fairview Sep 28 2-3:30 pm

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ASK AN EXPERT Presented by the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada.

The Money Side of Business Financial Ratios and Why They Matter to Your Explains the basic tools and techniques of financial Business management for a business owner, including budget This is a basic session explaining the calculation and creation and monitoring, cash management, product/ interpretation of financial ratios to determine how division/customer analysis, planning/forecasting and profitable your business is, how your profits compare to trend analysis. Program at Toronto Reference takes place the industry, can you pay the bills and if you are getting in the Hinton Learning Centre. a return on your investment. Toronto Reference Sep 20 6:30-8 pm Fairview Oct 3 6:30-7:30 pm Albion Sep 26 6-8 pm Albion Oct 11 1-2:30 pm Dufferin/St. Clair Oct 12 7-8 pm Beaches Oct 17 2-3 pm Beaches Oct 24 2-3 pm Brentwood Oct 19 7-8 pm Brentwood Oct 25 7-8 pm Fairview Nov 7 6:30-8 pm Understanding Financial Statements This is a basic session explaining the terms and concepts Getting Money: What Lenders and Investors of financial statements so you can tell how the business Want is doing, if you will make money this year, where your A session on the financial and non-financial information cash is coming from and going to. a bank or investor uses to evaluate a loan or investment Fairview Sep 12 6:30-7:30 pm request, and explains the steps necessary to prepare a Beaches Oct 3 2-3 pm business for presentation to a lender and/or investors. Albion Oct 4 1-2:30 pm Lillian H. Smith* Oct 2 6-7:30 pm Brentwood Oct 5 7-8 pm Albion Oct 17 6-8 pm S. Walter Stewart Oct 10 7-8 pm Oakwood Village Oct 17 6:30-7:30 pm Riverdale Oct 17 7-8 pm Dufferin/St. Clair Oct 19 7-8 pm Steeles Oct 25 7-8 pm Advanced Financial Statements Riverdale Oct 26 7-8 pm This session explaining the more advanced and complex Beaches Oct 31 2-3 pm concepts of financial statements such as: accruals, Brentwood Nov 2 7-8 pm amortization, accelerated depreciation, accrued payables, work in process, non-operating income, Maximize Your Business good-will and earnings per share. Sales are great, so why don’t we have any cash? This Beaches Oct 10 2-3 pm is a session on the key concepts of cash management, Brentwood Oct 12 7-8 pm working capital and operational efficiency. Evelyn Gregory Oct 3 6:30-7:30 pm A Healthy Balance Sheet and Why It Matters Albion Oct 18 1-2:30 pm This session defines what a healthy balance sheet means Beaches Nov 14 2-3 pm for you and explains how to create one that appears Brentwood Nov 16 7-8 pm healthy to an investor, buyer or lender. Fairview Dec 5 6:30-7:30 pm Beaches Nov 7 2-3 pm Brentwood Nov 9 7-8 pm Fairview Nov 14 6:30-8 pm

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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; Tue, Wed & Fri 10-6; M8W 4Y1 Thu 12:30-8:30; Sat 9-5 X C/2 Amesbury Park 416-395-5420 1565 Lawrence Ave. W. Closed for renovation. Re-Opening in the fall. M6L 1A8 X C/3 Annette Street 416-393-7692 145 Annette St. Mon 10-8:30; Tue & Thu 12:30-8:30; M6P 1P3 Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 X D/2 Armour Heights 416-395-5430 2140 Avenue Rd. Tue, Thu & 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-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5 2901 Bayview Ave. M2K 1E6 X E/4 Beaches 416-393-7703 2161 Queen St. E. Mon-Thu 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5 M4L 1J1 X G/2 Bendale 416-396-8910 1515 Danforth Rd. Tue & Thu 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 Tue & Thu 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; *Sun 1:30-5 2900 Warden Ave. M1W 2S8 X • • E/2 Brookbanks 416-395-5480 210 Brookbanks Dr. Tue & Thu 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; M3A 2T8 Sat 9-5 X G/1 Burrows Hall 416-396-8740 1081 Progress Ave. Tue & Thu 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-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5; **Sun 1:30-5 M2R 1N7 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 Tue & Thu 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; Tue & Thu 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-Thu 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5 M4C 5P2 X C/3 Davenport 416-393-7732 1246 Shaw St. Tue & Thu 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; Tue & Thu 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-Thu 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-Thu 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 M3M 2G3 X C/3 Dufferin/St. Clair 416-393-7712 1625 Dufferin St. Mon 10-8:30; Tue & Thu 12:30-8:30; M6H 3L9 Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 X A/3 Eatonville 416-394-5270 430 Burnhamthorpe Rd. Mon-Thu 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-Thu 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5 Square, Unit 126 M1L 2K1 X A/3 Elmbrook Park 416-394-5290 2 Elmbrook Cres. Tue & Fri 10-6; Wed & Thu 12:30-8:30; M9C 5B4 Sat 9-5 X C/3 Evelyn Gregory 416-394-1006 120 Trowell Ave. Mon 10-8:30; Tue & Thu 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; Sat 9-5; **Sun 1:30-5 M2J 4S4 X • E/3 Flemingdon Park 416-395-5820 29 St. Dennis Dr. Tue & Thu 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-Thu 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5 M5N 1B9 X

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C/4 Fort York 416-393-6240 190 Fort York Blvd. Mon-Thu 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 • M5V 0C7 X E/4 Gerrard/Ashdale 416-393-7717 1432 Gerrard St. E. Mon 10-8:30; Tue & Thu 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-Thu 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 M1V 4P1 X G/3 Guildwood 416-396-8872 Guildwood Plaza Tue & Thu 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-Thu 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5 M6R 2L7 X H/2 Highland Creek 416-396-8876 3550 Ellesmere Rd. Tue & Thu 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; M1C 3Z2 Sat 9-5 X E/1 Hillcrest 416-395-5830 5801 Leslie St. Tue & Thu 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. Tue & Fri 10-6; Wed & Thu 12:30-8:30; M8Y 3J1 Sat 9-5 X B/1 Humber Summit 416-395-5840 2990 Islington Ave. Tue & Thu 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; M9L 2K6 Sat 9-5 X A/1 Humberwood 416-394-5210 850 Humberwood Blvd. Tue & Thu 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-Thu 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5 M6S 4A6 X B/1 Jane/Sheppard 416-395-5966 1906 Sheppard Ave. W. Mon 10-8:30; Tue & Thu 12:30-8:30; M3L 1Y7 Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 X E/4 Jones 416-393-7715 118 Jones Ave. Mon & Fri 10-6; Tue 10-8:30; M4M 2Z9 Wed & Thu 12:30-8:30; Sat 9-5 X F/3 Kennedy/Eglinton 416-396-8924 Liberty Square Shopping Plaza Tue & Thu 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-Thu 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; **Sun 1:30-5 M5T 1R5 X • • Merril Collection of Science Fiction, 416-393-7748 Speculation & Fantasy (Reference) Mon-Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 X Osborne Collection of Early Children’s Books (Reference) 416-393-7753 Mon-Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 X D/2 Locke 416-393-7730 3083 Yonge St. Mon-Thu 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5; **Sun 1:30-5 M4N 2K7 X A/4 Long Branch 416-394-5320 3500 Lake Shore Blvd. W. Tue & Thu 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-Thu 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; Tue & Thu 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. Tue & Thu 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. Tue & Wed 12:30-8:30; Thu & Fri 10-6; M8V 2R1 Sat 9-5 • H/2 Morningside 416-396-8881 4279 Lawrence Ave. E. Mon-Thu 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5 M1E 2S8 X • B/3 Mount Dennis 416-394-1008 1123 Weston Rd. Mon 10-8:30; Tue & Thu 12:30-8:30; M6N 3S3 Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 X D/3 Mount Pleasant 416-393-7737 599 Mt. Pleasant Rd. Tue & Thu 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 M4S 2M5 X A/4 New Toronto 416-394-5350 110 Eleventh St. Tue & Fri 10-6; Wed & Thu 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. Closed for renovation. M2N 5N9 A pop-up library is open during the X • renovation, in North York Centre Mall, concourse level. 416-395-5672 Mon-Fri 9-8:30; Sat 9-5 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, September 10 – December 17, except Sundays on holiday weekends ** Open Sundays, July 2 – December 17, except Sundays on holiday weekends. 53 BRANCH HOURS & LOCATIONS TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY

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B/2 Northern Elms 416-394-5230 123B Rexdale Blvd., Unit 5 Tue & Wed 12:30-8:30; Thu & 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; Tue & Thu 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; Tue & Thu 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. Tue & Thu 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; M6P 3S5 Sat 9-5 E/1 Pleasant View 416-395-5940 575 Van Horne Ave. Tue & Thu 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; Tue & Thu 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. Tue & Thu 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; M4M 1H3 Sat 9-5 X A/1 Rexdale 416-394-5200 2243 Kipling Ave. Tue & Fri 10-6; Wed & Thu 12:30-8:30; Sat 9-5 M9W 4L5 X B/2 Richview 416-394-5120 1806 Islington Ave. Closed for renovations this fall. M9P 3N3 X • • D/4 Riverdale 416-393-7720 370 Broadview Ave. Mon-Thu 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5 M4K 2M8 X • B/3 Runnymede 416-393-7697 2178 Bloor St. W. Mon-Thu 9-8:30; Fri 9-5; Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 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. Tue & Thu 12:30-8:30; Wed & Fri 10-6; M6N 1J3 Sat 9-5 D/4 St. James Town 416-393-7744 495 Sherbourne St. Tue & Thu 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; Tue & Thu 12:30-8:30; M5A 4H3 Wed & Fri 10-6; Sat 9-5 X D/4 Sanderson 416-393-7653 327 Bathurst St. Mon-Thu 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5 M5T 1J1 X F/2 Scarborough Civic Centre 416-396-3599 156 Borough Dr. Mon-Thu 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5; *Sun 1:30-5 M1P 4N7 X D/3 Spadina Road 416-393-7666 10 Spadina Rd. Tue & Thu 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. Tue 10-12, 1-6; Wed 1-8; Thu 10-12; 1-6; M6S 3H9 Sat 10-5 X F/3 Taylor Memorial 416-396-8939 1440 Kingston Rd. Tue & Thu 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) Tue & Thu 12:30-5, 6-8:30; M4K 3W6 Wed & Sat 9-12, 1-5 X 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. Tue & Thu 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; Tue & Thu 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-Thu 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5 1571 Sandhurst Circle M1V 1V2 X B/1 Woodview Park 416-395-5960 16 Bradstock Rd. Tue, Wed & Fri 10-6; Thu 12:30-8:30; Sat 9-5 M9M 1M8 X D/3 Wychwood 416-393-7683 1431 Bathurst St. Mon-Thu 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-Thu 9-8:30; Fri & Sat 9-5 M4W 1L4 X X = Wheelchair accessible LC = Learning Centre LSP = Library Settlement Partnerships * Open Sundays, September 10 – December 17, except Sundays on holiday weekends ** Open Sundays, July 2 – December 17, except Sundays on holiday weekends. 54 torontopubliclibrary.ca SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2017 BOOKMOBILE SCHEDULE

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 pm 1 2 B/4 Swansea On north side of Ormskirk Ave., Saturdays, weekly 2:30-4 pm 1 east of the 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, 3-4:30 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 H/1 Panda Square South side of Panda Square, Trumpeter St. (northwest of Mondays, weekly, 3:30-4:30 pm 1 Sheppard & Meadowvale Aves.) 17 F/3 Oakridge Community Centre 63 Pharmacy Ave. (north of Danforth Ave.) Thursdays, weekly, 6-7:30 pm 2 18 D/2 St. Andrews 53 The Links Rd. (at Lord Seaton Rd.) Tuesdays, 11 am - 12:30 pm 2 19 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.) 20 C/1 Bathurst Manor Beth Emeth Bais Yehuda Synagogue parking lot, off of Mondays, weekly, 6-7:30 pm 2 Wilmington Ave. (northeast corner of Combe Ave. and Wilmington Ave.) 21 C/2 Lawrence Heights Community 5 Replin Rd. (Allen Expressway & Lawrence Ave. W.) Wednesdays, weekly, 3-4:30 pm 2 Centre 22 C/2 Caledon Village 100 Lotherton Pathway (at Caledonia Rd.) Tuesdays, weekly, 3-4:30 pm 2 23 B/2 Chetta Place 1 York Rd. Near Kingsview Village School, Thursdays, weekly, 3-4:30 pm 1 Kipling Ave. & Dixon Rd. 24 C/2 Martha Eaton Way 15 Martha Eaton Way (Trethewey Dr. & Black Creek Rd.) Saturdays, weekly, 10 am-12 noon 2 25 G/3 Scarborough Village Markington Square Shopping Centre (Eglinton Ave. E. & Mondays, weekly 6-7 pm 1 Markham Rd. southeast corner) 26 F/3 Midland Danforth 40 Gordonridge Place (one block north of Midland Ave. Mondays, weekly, 1:30-2:30 pm 1 and Danforth Rd) 27 A/3 West Mall Eatonville Junior School, 15 Rossburn Dr. Mondays, weekly 3-4:30 pm 2 28 F/3 Taylor Massey Corner of Victoria Park and Crescent Town Road Fridays, weekly, 6:30-7:30 pm 2 (Crescent Town Elementary School)

55 ABOUT OUR LIBRARY TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY Accessibility Services 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.

VISIT A BRANCH NEAR YOU GET BOOKS, MUSIC AND VIDEOS 100 library branches across the city in alternative formats, for all ages Sign up, its free You can order items online and send them to your nearest branch for you or [email protected] 416-395-5557 your family to pick up. Most branches are wheelchair accessible, have assistive listening devices and reading aids. Centre for Equitable Library Access tpl.ca/accessibility/branchequipment Centre d’accès équitable aux bibliothèques

Our programs are open to people of all TALK TO US, we’re here to help disabilities. Contact the hosting branch Call, visit or email us. We can assist you with: to make arrangements • Finding • Paying fines (or information pay online at CAN’T COME TO US? tpl.ca/payment) We’ll come to you • Placing holds • Registering for • Renewing items (or Bookmobile 416-395-5560 programs For stops, see pages 50-54, 55. call auto renewals 416-393-7099) Home Library Service 416-395-5557 [email protected] Enjoy a program from home Many of our adult programs are posted on our YouTube channel. Use TTY? Register your TTY number at a local branch and we will contact you about youtube.com/torontopubliclibrary your holds and overdue items. 416-393-7030 TTY Children can enjoy stories at any time:

Dial-A-Story 416-395-5400 What's On and other library publications can be Hear-A-Story tpl.ca/stories provided in alternative formats upon request.

56 torontopubliclibrary.ca Thank You To Our Donors! Having fun in the Pop-Up Learning Lab at Northern District Library Branch

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