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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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Black History
Author talks. Performances. Storytelling. Creative workshops. Toronto Public Library honours Black History during February and year round with programs, reading lists, collections and activities that shine a spotlight on Black voices, heritage and culture.
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Ovid: Life and Literature in Ancient Rome with Professor Alison Keith
Mon Feb 06, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Toronto Reference LibraryOvid has been recognized for his lively poetry for over two millennia. He was one of the three great poets of Ancient Rome (also Virgil and Horace). Ovid lived during the reign of Augustus who banished him for something he wr...
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African Drumming with Dr. Isaac Akrong
Mon Feb 06, 2023 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Location: MalvernJoin the live drumming workshop circle! A fully interactive gathering, in which you will learn about the history and cultural contexts of drum playing from West Africa, as well as dances, songs, stories, and chants....
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Before the 6ix: Ron Nelson's Fantastic Voyage
Mon Feb 06, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Toronto Reference LibraryIn 1983, Ron Nelson launched the Fantastic Voyage radio program on CKLN 88.1 FM, galvanizing Toronto's hip-hop community to listen to the show every Saturday afternoon. The legendary show would lay down a foundation for Toro...
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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
Explore digital collections and library content for all Ontario residents.
Financial support from the Ontario government is gratefully acknowledged.
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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.