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COVID-19 Impacts to TPL
TPL branches are open for contactless holds pick-up and drop-off of library materials only, and maintain current operational hours. All other services are not available at this time.
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City Librarian's Report: January 2021
This report summarizes key activities that support the priorities outlined in our strategic plan.

COVID-19 Cases Update
Current status of confirmed COVID-19 cases reported to TPL and exposure protocols.

Toronto Public Library Serves Newcomers this Winter
Learn how to access Library Settlement Partnership services remotely and find out about upcoming online programs.

Collection Highlight
The Pride Collection contains fiction and nonfiction about the culture, history and life experience of LGBTQ2S+ communities.

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

Forest Trek Puppet Show
The forest is a peaceful place… until some silly space explorers arrive! Celebrate Family Literacy Month with this interactive show from Applefun Puppetry. January 14, 4pm.

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.

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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Financial support from the Ontario government is gratefully acknowledged.

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