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COVID-19 Impacts
Due to provincial restrictions, TPL branches remain open only for contactless holds pick-up and drop-off of materials at the entrance. All other in-branch services are unavailable.
Masks must be worn at all times.
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NYTimes.com
Read the latest news from the New York Times. Available in English, Chinese and Spanish.
Kids
Spring Break Programs
Fun and free online events for the whole family! Magic, music, puppets and more, starting April 12.
Program
Toronto Star Short Story Contest: Prize Ceremony
Join us for the Toronto Star Short Story Contest Prize Ceremony for the announcement of the winning 2021 story. Apr 22 at 7 pm.
Booklist
Armchair Travel
Go away without going away and travel anywhere without leaving the comfort of your home.
Special Collections
Ontario History: 40 Colouring Pages
Learn something new as you colour in these images from our Digital Archive Ontario.
Program
Christine Coulson: Stories of the Met
Christine Coulson talks about Metropolitan Stories and the process of curating her immense museum experience into the book. Apr 28 at 7 pm.
Booklist
Older and Still Popular Books
These psychology and self-help books have gone through multiple editions and stand the test of time. One of them was first published in 1946!
Program
You are Not Alone During the Job Search
In this blog post one of our Career Coaches in Residence shares how to discover your own support team during the job search process.
Program
Akiko Busch
Akiko Busch talks about her book, How to Disappear, and illusions that fame and visibility equate to success and happiness on Apr 19 at 7 pm.
Booklist
Ramadan Books for Kids
Our children's librarians recommend books to celebrate and to learn more about the importance of Ramadan to Muslim communities.
Books
Arts & Culture
The International Adventures of Winnie-the-Pooh
Learn about Pooh's worldwide success and translations.
Featured
#BloomAtHome
Our bookmobile, Big Blue, is helping out by providing BloomCam’s wifi access as we bring the High Park cherry blossoms to you.
COVID-19 Cases Update
Current status of confirmed COVID-19 cases reported to TPL and exposure protocols.
grab & go bags are here!
Borrow a curated bag of books, DVDs and/or CDs. All ages, all interests. Available at most branches.
City Librarian's Report: March 2021
This report summarizes key activities that support the priorities outlined in our strategic plan.
38 Ways to Use the Library from Home
Find things to read, watch, listen to, learn and do, free with your library card.
Live & online programs
Kids
Forest of Reading Author Visits
Meet some of this year's award nominees at interactive events throughout April. Classes are welcome to attend!
Appel Salon
Imani Perry: Looking for Lorraine
In conversation with Ravi Jain, Imani Perry discusses her powerful biography of Lorraine Hansberry – a life full of creation, tragically cut short. Recorded Apr 16, 2019.
Appel Salon
Laurie Halse Anderson: Shout
Laurie Halse Anderson appears in conversation with Léonicka Valcius to discuss her writing, advocacy, and her 2019 memoir-in-verse, Shout. Recorded Oct 16, 2019.
Want to see what's coming up? Visit our programs page.
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