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Icon of the event Love, Curiosity, Control: Why we Photograph Others
Wed Oct 16, 2013 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Bloor/Gladstone

This presentation will consider approaches to and theories about the act of taking photographs of others, in relation to the art photography of Diane Arbus, Richard Avedon, Thomas Struth, and Nan Goldin, photojournalism of Ja...

Icon of the event MAP Family Saturdays - Toronto Zoo at Thorncliffe
Sat Oct 05, 2013 | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Thorncliffe

Do you know which bear survives by eating bamboo only? Which bear enjoys taking a long winter's nap? Learn more about the Toronto Zoo's three bears: the giant panda, grizzly bear and polar bear, and the "bear" essentials th...

Icon of the event Fall Festival
Sat Sep 28, 2013 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Oakwood Village Library and Arts Centre

"House of Dracula" puppet show at 2:00 p.m. followed by face painting, and a craft activity presented by Art Starts.

Icon of the event Orchardviewers
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
Northern District

Weekly slide shows, films, music or author readings. All are welcome. For more information call 416-393-7610. Room 224


Upcoming Dates:
Thu Sep 26
Thu Oct 03
Thu Oct 10
Icon of the event Console Gaming
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm on recurring dates listed below
Bloor/Gladstone

Play some old favourites on the PS3, 360, and Wii. Check out some recent titles.


Upcoming Dates:
Mon Sep 23
Icon of the event Storytelling For Adults
Wed Sep 18, 2013 | 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Eatonville

Summer Tales - Celebrate the end of summer with an "indoor picnic" and summer stories from members of Toronto's comedy and storytelling scenes. Register in person or by calling 416-394-5270.

Icon of the event 14A Crowd
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm on recurring dates listed below
Bloor/Gladstone

Enjoy a recent blockbuster at the library. Please note that films shown may be rated 14A.


Upcoming Dates:
Mon Sep 16
Icon of the event Friday Films @ 4
4:00 pm - 4:30 pm on recurring dates listed below
Thorncliffe

A half-hour of book and story-based movies. For children ages 4 - 8. Drop-in. Contact the branch at 416-396-3865 for more information.


Upcoming Dates:
Fri Sep 13
Fri Sep 20
Fri Oct 04
Fri Oct 11
Icon of the event LGBTQ Book Club
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
Bloor/Gladstone

Share your latest literary discovery and discuss the selection of the month. Register in-branch or by calling 416.393.7674


Upcoming Dates:
Wed Sep 04
Wed Oct 02
Icon of the event East End Storytellers Group
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
Morningside

Open to storytellers of all levels including those just learning to share and tell stories. Story-listeners are also welcome. Share your love of stories and storytelling with others in a supportive environment. All are welcom...


Upcoming Dates:
Wed Aug 21
Wed Sep 18
Wed Oct 16