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Icon of the event Terry Fallis: Author Visit
Wed Jun 26, 2013 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Mimico Centennial

Join us for an evening with award-winning novelist Terry Fallis, as he reads from his latest book, "Up and Down." Terry's previous book, "The Best Laid Plans" won the 2008 Stephen Leacock Award for Humour....

Icon of the event Impressionism in Music--With Rick Phillips, Sound Advice
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm on recurring dates listed below
Bloor/Gladstone

Linked to the late 19th century French movement in painting by Monet, Cezanne and Renoir, Musical Impressionism sought a new, subtle form of music, one that appealed more to the senses than the mind. More important than the s...


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Thu Oct 17
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 Film Club
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
Richview

Risa Shuman, film historian and long-time TVOntario's Senior Producer of Saturday Night at the Movies, will show and discuss a selection of memorable films. For more details and titles please call the branch at 416-394-5120.


Upcoming Dates:
Thu Oct 03
Thu Oct 17
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


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Wed Sep 04
Wed Oct 02
Icon of the event Annual Book Sale
Fri Jun 28, 2013 | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Mimico Centennial

Get ready for your summer reading! Join Mimico staff for our annual giant book sale of adult, teen, and children's materials. For only $6 (the price includes the TPL book bag) you can fill up your bag and replenish your readi...

Icon of the event Afternoon at the Movies
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
Mimico Centennial

Join us for Afternoon at the Movies, featuring a new release, award winner or classic film. For upcoming titles, please see our in-house flyer or call the branch 416-394-5330. June's film is "Lincoln" and July's film is "The ...


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Thu Jul 18
Thu Aug 15
Thu Sep 19
Icon of the event LGBTQ Literary Speed Dating: 19-35
Wed Jul 03, 2013 | 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Bloor/Gladstone

Back by popular demand, Bloor/Gladstone Branch is offering another LGBTQ Literary Speed Dating program....

Icon of the event LGBTQ Literary Speed Dating: 35+
Wed Jul 10, 2013 | 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Bloor/Gladstone

Bring your favourite book, CD, or DVD to discuss with other like-minded singles. Registration required. Space is limited. Participants are encouraged to arrive by 6:00pm to complete registration process. Ages: 35+