Come witness the power of African-Canadian voices at library branches across the city this February.

A free six-week program for ages 7-12 to explore the world of magic, wizards, potions, ghosts, swords and witches in some of the greatest stories ever told. Young participants learn to act, sing, improvise, build puppets, design sets and create costumes for their very own production of a Shakespearean play.

Toronto Public Library and CBC Radio 99.1 celebrate this year's nominated Canada Reads writers and books. Hosted by Mary Ito (CBC's Fresh Air). Musical performances.

Thurs. Feb. 25, 2010, 7 p.m.
The Appel Salon, Toronto Reference Library

In celebration of Freedom to Read Week 2010, PEN Canada, in association with Toronto Public Library, presents Child Soldier: Banned in Canada? Orwellian language and our human rights obligations, a panel discussion with Afua Cooper, Mark Kingwell, and Judy Rebick, moderated by Carol Off.

Friday, February 26, 7:30 p.m.
Doors open at 7 p.m.
Toronto Reference Library, Atrium
$10 at the door, all proceeds go to PEN Canada.

Programmes en français gratuit pour enfants et adultes.

Looking for an easy way to get in shape?

The Library can help you on your path
to fitness. Visit one of our select branches, borrow a pedometer and learn to count the steps to a healthier you.

Your journey through arts and culture in Toronto starts at the Library.

With the Sun Life Financial Museum and Arts Pass (MAP), you and your family can explore the best of Toronto's arts and cultural treasures for free.