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Hobbies, Crafts & Games

Icon of the event SRC Games Day!
Thu Aug 15, 2013 | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
S. Walter Stewart

Hey kids! Join us at the library for a fun hour of video games, board games, and great contests. For children 6 years and older.

Icon of the event Tatting Anyone?
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
Long Branch

Tatting is the art of making lace by knotting thread. It can be used for jewelry, decorations, edgings and so much more. Everyone welcome.


Upcoming Dates:
Sat Jul 27
Sat Aug 24
Icon of the event Tween Thursdays
Thu Jul 18, 2013 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Barbara Frum

Are you between the ages of 9-16 and looking for something fun and exciting to do this summer? Than join us for Tween Thursdays at the Barbara Frum Branch. Make some new friends and share some laughs while making friendship...

Icon of the event Chess Club
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
Barbara Frum

Interested in playing chess? Then join Barbara Frum�s Chess Club. Have fun playing chess while you improve your critical thinking skills. Open to beginners and experienced players alike. Register by calling 416-395-5440...


Upcoming Dates:
Fri Jul 12
Fri Jul 19
Fri Jul 26
Fri Aug 02
Fri Aug 09
Icon of the event Ready, set GO!
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
York Woods

Games, crafts and activities for the school aged crowd....


Upcoming Dates:
Thu Jul 11
Thu Jul 18
Thu Jul 25
Thu Aug 01
Thu Aug 08
Icon of the event Board Games!
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
Danforth/Coxwell

Rob and his staff from Comics & More will be bringing in different board games for you to play. Suitable for ages 6 to 12 yrs....


Upcoming Dates:
Mon Jul 08
Mon Jul 15
Mon Jul 22
Mon Jul 29
Mon Aug 12
Icon of the event Chess in the library
Ongoing event running from Sat Jul 06, 2013 - Sat Aug 31, 2013
North York Central Library

Experienced chess player or beginner? Come and have fun learning the game or playing with like-minded players. Every Saturday from 2:00 -4:00 P.M. Registration suggested. To register, call 416-395-5674. We also accept drop in...

Icon of the event Knitter's Drop-In
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
Long Branch

Would you like to share your love of knitting? Want to learn how to knit? Bring your own needles or use ones provided.


Upcoming Dates:
Thu Jul 04
Thu Jul 11
Thu Jul 18
Thu Jul 25
Thu Aug 01
Icon of the event Chess for Success
Ongoing event running from Mon Jul 01, 2013 - Sat Aug 31, 2013
York Woods

Chessboards will be borrowed with a valid library card. No registration. Please ask staff at the front desk.

Icon of the event Lego Club
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
Albert Campbell

Come build and share your LEGO masterpieces at the library! LEGO pieces will be provided. Drop-in. For more information visit the branch or call 416-396-8890.


Upcoming Dates:
Thu Jun 20
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