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Icon of the event Gaming Cube: PS3, X-Box and Wii U
Ongoing event running from Sat Jun 01, 2013 - Fri Aug 30, 2013
North York Central Library

The Gaming Cube is available at the North York Central Library. Come and play video games by reserving a time at the Teen Zone desk. Available during open library hours, through the Teen Zone department. Call 416-395-5674 fo...

Icon of the event Games! Games! Games!
Thu May 23, 2013 | 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Barbara Frum

Join Barbara Frum's YAG for an evening of fun and gaming. Compete against other teens on our Wii and other fun games. Bring your favorite game to play or share one of ours.

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 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 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 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 May 25
Sat Jun 22
Icon of the event Travel Memory Box
Wed Jul 17, 2013 | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Woodside Square

Decorate a box to store all your travel memorabilia. All materials provided. Registration begins June 14th. Ages 4+

Icon of the event Jewelry camp for beginners
Ongoing event running from Wed Apr 10, 2013 - Wed Jun 26, 2013
Barbara Frum

The instructor will help you create various jewelry items.

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 Spring into Spring by planting a flower
Fri Jun 07, 2013 | 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Woodside Square

Children will decorate flower pots and plant a special flower that will bloom for spring! Ages 5 and up. Register in person or by phone. Space is limited.