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Announcement
Writer in Residence
Experienced literary non-fiction and science fiction/fantasy writers are invited to apply for our spring residencies.
Booklist
New and Notable Books
Spies! Witches! Medusa! These are just a few of the characters appearing in February's hottest releases.
Program
Branch Art Exhibits
Explore monthly exhibitions by local artists at branches across the city.
Booklist
New and Upcoming Indigenous Books
Check out these new books for all ages by Indigenous authors.
Online Services
Resume Tips
Learn how to write an accomplishment statement from Career Coach Tinu Olawuyi.
Special Collections
100 Years of Judith Merril
Learn about science fiction writer and editor Judith Merril — namesake of our Merril Collection.
Online Services
Online Genealogy Research
Research your family history through genealogy databases, historical records and newspaper archives.
Books
Arts & Culture
Remembering the Holocaust
It’s important that we remember and learn from the Holocaust. Watch a replay of our recent event featuring a survivor or check out our recommended reads.
Upcoming programs
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Book Clubs & Writers' Groups
For aspiring writers and people who just love to talk books. Browse our upcoming programs online or at your local branch for adults, teens or kids.
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Young Adult Tax-Free Savings Accounts (TFSAs): What Everyone Should Know
Tue Jan 31, 2023 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Fort YorkTFSAs are great for saving and investing for ages 18 and up. Teri will cover the following topics in an easy-to-understand one-hour session: · Saving versus investing ? what is your goal? · How much...
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Writing and Poetry Workshop
Wed Feb 01, 2023 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Location: BendalePoet and author Shelly Campbell offers a variety of workshops based on poetry, writing and spoken word. She focuses on imagery, perspective and writing with accountability and honesty. She discusses different forms and how th...
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Mark Abley: Strange Bewildering Time
Wed Feb 01, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Toronto Reference LibraryPoet and journalist Mark Abley joins us to discuss his new travel memoir, Strange Bewildering Time, looking back on a remarkable journey across the celebrated Hippie Trail from Turkey to Nepal in 1978, when the region was on...
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News
City Librarian's Report: January 2023
Vickery summarizes key activities in support of the priorities outlined in our strategic plan.
Join our Reading Challenge
Read or listen to books in different categories to complete the challenge.
Exhibit on fairies opens in person and online
An enchanting exhibit on the myth and magic of fairies in TPL's rare books, artwork and more.
COVID-19 Information
All library branches are offering regular services and masks are optional but strongly recommended.
Digital Archive Ontario
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Land Acknowledgement Statement
Toronto Public Library is situated on Indigenous land and Dish with One Spoon territory. This is the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, the Wendat, and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. Toronto Public Library gratefully acknowledges these Indigenous Nations for their guardianship of this land. More information.