Book Clubs & Writers' Groups
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A Room Of Your Own - Info Session and Book Club for Adults
Fri Dec 13, 2019 6:15 pm - 7:45 pm
Location: Lillian H. SmithA Room Of Your Own Info Session and Book Club for Adults. The book we are reading is "The Color of Silence" by Liane Shaw. The teen girls of the book club are reading the same book. We invite you to read...
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High Park Writing Group
Sat Dec 14, 2019 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Location: High ParkFind inspiration and share your work in an informal, supportive environment. Writer's of all genres, published or unpublished are welcome! Bring a piece of writing to share. Drop in. No registration required.
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Dystopia Book Club
Tue Dec 17, 2019 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Lillian H. SmithWe read a dystopic novel each month, discuss its revelations and relate them to trends in today's world. Call 416-393-7746 for more information. Drop-in. Nov 19- The Sheep Look Up by John Brunner Dec 17 - Ne...
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Afternoon Book Club
Tue Dec 17, 2019 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: BendaleMeet fellow book lovers and join the conversation at the monthly evening book club. Books are free to borrow. Register in person at the circulation desk.
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Book Club
Tue Dec 17, 2019 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Barbara FrumJoin us for stimulating conversation. At every meeting, you and your club members discuss interesting fiction and non fiction titles. New members are always welcome. Call 416-395-5441 for more information. Room C....
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Tea and Books
Thu Dec 19, 2019 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Elmbrook ParkJoin us for a cup of tea while we talk about new and old books. Try a new genre, pick a new author or meet new people.
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Scarborough Seniors Write!
Thu Dec 19, 2019 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Kennedy/EglintonAre you a creative writer looking to meet other writers? Maybe you write stories, poems, fan fiction, songs or plays? Come share your work with other seniors and get feedback to make your writing stronger. Not sure what to w...
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Malvern Family Book Club: "Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key"
Sat Dec 21, 2019 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: MalvernLove to read and want to share your thoughts about books with other avid readers? Come and join our family book club! We will have a new title every month. You pick up a book from the library or order it on your o...
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High Park Writing Group
Sat Jan 04, 2020 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Location: High ParkFind inspiration and share your work in an informal, supportive environment. Writer's of all genres, published or unpublished are welcome! Bring a piece of writing to share. Drop in. No registration required.
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Feminist Book Discussion Group
Wed Jan 08, 2020 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Location: North York Central LibraryThe Older Women's Network invites women of all ages to join this group and share views and ideas about selected books. The focus is on feminist issues. New members are welcome.
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North York Writers
Thu Jan 09, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: North York Central LibraryAre you interested in creative writing? Members of the North York Writers meet regularly to read their work and provide feedback for each other in a supportive atmosphere. Writers of all genres are welcome. New attendees are...
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Speculative Fiction Writers' Salon
Tue Jan 14, 2020 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Lillian H. SmithIf you are looking for a safe and creative place to share your horror, sci-fi and/or fantasy writing with like-minded writers then join us. We will read and discuss our works in progress. Drop in. No registration r...
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Parliament Street Book Talk
Wed Jan 15, 2020 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Parliament StreetCould not put it down or could not get past the first chapter? Discuss a book you have recently read with a group and listen to other's opinions on books they have read, as well. Meetings take place on the third Wednesday of...
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Talk About Books
Thu Jan 16, 2020 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: High ParkNot sure what to read next? Want to hear about some new books or find new authors? Join us for our Talking About Books program. Librarian Vivian Canning will present a selection of books they are currently reading....
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Mystery Book Club
Tue Jan 21, 2020 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Mount PleasantDo you like mystery books? Then consider joining a group of mystery lovers for informal discussions. Tell us about your favourite books and learn about new authors. Meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month.
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Poetry Saved Our Lives
Wed Jan 22, 2020 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Location: AlbionSpoken word artist Nasim Asgari leads the Poetry Saved Our Lives workshops at Albion Branch. The workshops will provide youth with mentorship and artistic development opportunities, while providing a platform to showcase thei...
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North York Central Book Club
Tue Jan 28, 2020 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm
Location: North York Central LibraryJoin the discussion of recent literary fiction and memoirs led by a librarian: January 28, Room 101 - "The Bookshop of the Broken Hearted" by Robert Hillman February 25, Room 2/3 - "Brother" by David Chariandy...
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Elmbrook Park Book Club
Thu Jan 30, 2020 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Elmbrook ParkA great list of authors for 2019. Join us each month to talk about that month's selection. Contact the branch for a full list of all upcoming titles. January: A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman Febru...
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Urban Writing Workshop
Sat Feb 08, 2020 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: AlbionAn interactive panel discussion highlighting experiences and strategies for writing culturally specific narratives. Featured writers will also provide individual workshops and share tips and resources for starting, sustaining...