PROGRAMS AND EVENTS AT YOUR LIBRARY JANUARY - MARCH 2015 Black History Month Films, music and an exhibit at the TD Gallery. Page 28. March Break Programs Workshops for teens. Crafts and games for kids. Page 3. PLUS John Vaillant, Miranda July and Kazuo Ishiguro at the Appel Salon. Page 12. What's On Cover Jan-Mar 2015-Final.indd 1 12/11/14 3:03 PM What’s New in our collections NEW ADULT BOOKS The Assassination Angels Walking The Freedom in An Italian Wife Border War of Margaret Karen Kingsbury American Songs: Ann Hood Lou Dobbs and Thatcher Stories James O. Born Hilary Mantel Kathleen Winter NEW TEEN BOOKS Girl Defective The Island of Excess The Egg and Spoon The World Outside A New Darkness Simmone Howell Love Gregory Maguire Eva Wiseman Joseph Delaney Francesca Lia Block NEW CHILDREN’S BOOKS Stop, Thief! The Contract Judy Moody, Book of Dragons WinterFrost Heather Tekavec Derek Jeter Mood Martian Maggie Testa Michelle Houts Megan McDonald Visit torontopubliclibrary.ca for more new books, music and movies. Reserve your selections online and arrange to pick them up at any branch. What's On Cover Jan-Mar 2015-Final.indd 2 12/11/14 3:03 PM IN THIS ISSUE 2 About Our Programs & Toronto Public Library 3 March Break Programs Published by Toronto Public Library 789 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario M4W 2G8 10 Author Talks & Lectures 416-393-7000 • torontopubliclibrary.ca 15 Book Clubs & Writers Groups 20 Career & Job Search Help Toronto Public Library Board 22 Computer & Library Training The Toronto Public Library Board meets monthly at 6 pm, September through 25 Culture, Arts & Entertainment June, at the Toronto Reference Library, 39 ESL & Newcomers 789 Yonge Street, Toronto. 41 Health & Wellness Meetings are open to the public. 44 History & Genealogy Upcoming Board meetings: 46 Hobbies, Crafts & Games Contact Nancy Marshall, 416-393-7215 48 Homework Help, Leadership & After School [email protected] 50 Personal Finance Board Members 54 Reading Programs & Storytimes Councillor Paul Ainslie 58 Science & Technology Ms. Lindsay Colley 61 Small Business Councillor Janet Davis 62 Branch Map Councillor Sarah Doucette (Mayor’s Designate) 64 Branch Hours & Locations Mr. Michael Foderick (Chair) 67 Bookmobile Schedule Mr. Cameron Mackay Mr. Kevin McGuire 68 Accessibility Services Councillor Cesar Palacio Mr. Ross Parry Councillor Jaye Robinson (Vice Chair) Mr. Kenneth Stewart CONNECT WITH US Ms. Andrea Tagalakis Mr. Benjamin Wulffhart twitter.com/torontolibrary flickr.com/torontopubliclibrary Senior Staff facebook.com/torontopubliclibrary torontopubliclibrary.ca/e-news Anne Bailey, Acting City Librarian Vickery Bowles, Director, Collections youtube.com/torontopubliclibrary Management & City-Wide Services torontopubliclibrary.ca/blogs Ron Dyck, Director, Information Technology & Facilities pinterest.com/torontolibrary Linda Hazzan, Director, Communications, Programming & Customer Engagement Larry Hughsam, Director, Finance & Treasurer HOLIDAY CLOSURES Dan Keon, Director, Human Resources Linda Mackenzie, Director, Research & Reference Libraries Wednesday, January 1, 2015 New Year’s Day Closed Heather Mathis, Acting Director, Monday, February 16, 2015 Family Day Closed Branch Libraries Paul Trumphour, Acting Director, Policy, Planning & E-Service Delivery Toronto Public Library Foundation Heather Rumball, President THANK YOU Literary events at Toronto Public Library are supported in part by a grant from the Canada Council. We gratefully acknowledge its support. 1 ABOUT OUR PROGRAMS & TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY TORONTOTORONTO PUBLIC PUBLIC LIBRARY LIBRARY About our programs We have hundreds of library programs, classes and exhibits taking place at branches across the city. Except where indicated, most are: Ⅲ free Ⅲ require no registration Ⅲ provide all materials (look for * for those that do) and supplies Ⅲ generally an hour long To get details about a program or to search for more: Go online Call us Visit a branch at torontopubliclibrary.ca/programs at Answerline 416-393-7131 Just ask staff for help About Toronto Public Library We are your source for fun, learning and information — your library card gives you free access to all materials, programs, events and resources in any of our branches and online at torontopubliclibrary.ca With a library card, you can: get hired, get smarter with job search help, training and lifelong learning enjoy culture at author readings, lectures, movie nights, music concerts and more relax in quiet, comfortable spaces to study, read and hang out borrow bestselling books, DVDs, CDs, eBooks, We have something for everyone. online research tools and more Explore and enjoy everything we have to offer. get access Don’t have a library card? to free Internet, wireless and If you live, work or go to school in Toronto, computers you can get your card in minutes, for free. play and learn Sign up for yours today. with storytimes, crafts, games, movies Bring two pieces of identifi cation (with your and other activities name and address) into any of our branches. 2 torontopubliclibrary.ca * Call or visit the branch to register. JANUARY - MARCH 2015 SPECIAL FEATURE SECTION MARCH BREAK PROGRAMS for teens, kids & families MARCH BREAK Here’s a sample of the great programs happening in the teen zone! For a full listing, check your local branch listings or contact the branch. The Secret Art of Magic Tricks Job Interview Mock-up Practice Magician extraordinaire Ayan Deb teaches you some of Practise doing an interview with a professional expert from the secrets of his magic. the TDSB Employment Placement Program. Get one-on-one advice on how to ace tough job interviews. For ages 14-24. Fairview* Mar. 14 2 pm Fairview Mar. 18 9 am Jewellery Making Design and create your very own beaded bracelet. Mystic Drumz Drumming Learn beats and rhythms from around the world through Goldhawk Park* Mar. 16 2 pm the use of hand drums. Dance with Brando Owusu Parkdale Mar. 18 3 pm A high energy dance workshop with Brando Owusu, 2013 winner of Much Music’s “ALIVE” solo dance competition Get Bizzy Dance and Toronto’s Got Talent solo dance competition. Groups Learn the newest, hottest hiphop and dancehall must register. moves while listening to your favourite tunes. Get the knowledge needed to become a professional dancer. York Woods Mar. 16 4 pm Brentwood* Mar. 19 4:30 pm Fabric Printing: Express Yourself with Textile Create a logo to represent your own personal brand with Printmaking patterns and symbols that define the most distinguishing Learn cool art techniques, have fun and use your features of your identity. imagination. Thorncliffe Mar. 17 2 pm Agincourt* Mar. 19 2 pm Sanderson* Mar. 20 2 pm Introduction to Second City Improv A Second City instructor leads a sports-themed improv Sushi Making workshop for teens. A fun and nutritious hands-on sushi-making class with a master chef from Sushi Making for the Soul. North York Central* Mar. 17 3 pm Palmerston* Mar. 19 2 pm Word Up Spoken Word This workshop, developed by Anne-Marie Woods a.k.a. Electronics Workshop Amani “Contemporary Blues Poet” is for those who Attention curious tinkers! Create a switch – the basis of have an interest in writing spoken word/poetry and all electronic components, in this hands-on workshop. performance. The focus is on the creative process of Pape/Danforth* Mar. 19 3:30 pm writing and presentation and teaches participants that anyone can use their voice and their words to turn their Capoeira stories into poetry. A session on the basics of Capoeira, the Afro-Brazilian martial Northern District Mar. 17 4 pm art that combines elements of dance, acrobatics and music. Make your own Duct Tape Bag Richview* Mar. 20 2 pm Join in on the creative crafting revolution. Make your very Basketball Experience own duct tape book bag. Supplies are provided. For ages 14-18. Meet a former college basketball player and participate in basketball drills. Wear running shoes and comfortable clothing. Richview* Mar. 17 4 pm Humberwood Mar. 21 11 am 4 torontopubliclibrary.ca * Call or visit the branch to register. Most programs are for all ages (unless indicated) MARCH BREAK FOR and require tickets for admission. Free tickets are available 30 minutes KIDS & FAMILIES before the show. Creepy Crawlers Express Magic Shows Learn about different creatures from all around the world Shows chock full of comedy and audience participation. that crawl and creep. Appreciate nature’s diversity. For Groups, day cares and camps must book ahead. Check with ages 4 and up. the branch to find out if tickets are required for admission. For ages 4 and up. Annette Street Mar. 14 2 pm New Toronto Mar. 17 2 pm Alderwood Mar. 16 2 pm Barbara Frum Mar. 16 2 pm Sing-a-Long with Soli and Rob Don Mills Mar. 16 2 pm Hail in the spring with a musical concert and puppet Yorkville* Mar. 16 2 pm characters. Space may be limited. Check with the branch to Bayview* Mar. 17 2 pm find out if tickets are required for admission. Jane/Sheppard* Mar. 17 2 pm Jones* Mar. 17 2 pm Taylor Memorial Mar. 14 10:30 am Parliament Street* Mar. 17 2 pm Palmerston Mar. 14 2 pm Perth/Dupont Mar. 17 2 pm Leaside Mar. 16 2 pm Albion Mar. 18 2 pm Lillian H. Smith Mar. 18 10 am Eglinton Square Mar. 18 10:30 am Steeles Mar. 18 2 pm Elmbrook Park Mar. 18 1 pm Gerrard/Ashdale Mar. 18 2 pm Andrew “Too Tall” Queen: Stretch with Too Tall Malvern Mar. 18 2 pm Get moving and grooving with this action-packed Mount Dennis Mar. 18 2 pm performance. Kids will be on their feet, trying to keep up Runnymede Mar. 18 2 pm with all the wacky movements. Brentwood Mar. 19 2 pm Brookbanks Mar. 19 2 pm Sanderson Mar. 14 2 pm Jane/Dundas Mar. 19 2 pm Fort York Mar.