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Learn Chinese Brush Painting!

April 25, 2012 | Sara | Comments (0)

Are you an aspiring artist, or lover of painting and art? Would you like to learn the ancient and celebrated technique of Chinese Brush Painting? If so, then join us at Albert Campbell branch on Wednesday May 2nd from 2:00 to 3:00 in the afternoon for an interactive workshop in celebration of Asian Heritage Month. […]

100 Year Anniversary of the Titanic

April 5, 2012 | Sara | Comments (0)

On April 14, 1912 the unthinkable occurred when the RMS Titanic collided with an iceberg and sank to the bottom of the ocean killing 1517 passengers and crew members. This April is the 100 year anniversary of the disaster, and to commemorate the event Albert Campbell branch will be hosting a lively lecture with award-winning […]

Let’s Celebrate International Women’s Day!

March 1, 2012 | Sara | Comments (2)

International Women’s Day is celebrated on March 8th every year.  It is a time to celebrate and remember the meaningful contributions and achievements of women all over the world.  -Albert Campbell branch's book display highlighting International Women's Day In honour of International Women’s Day this year, I have decided to learn more about a strong […]

Learn to Fence at Albert Campbell branch!

February 24, 2012 | Sara | Comments (0)

Albert Campbell branch’s After School Newcomer Hub is hosting an exciting fencing program for children and teens ages 7 and up.  Participants will learn the basics of this fun and challenging sport from varsity fencing coaches at the University of Toronto. Did you know that fencing is one of the oldest sports, dating back to […]

Adult Fiction books featuring characters with a disability

February 10, 2012 | Sara | Comments (2)

Everyone likes to read books with complex and compelling characters that they can relate to, including people who are in some way affected by physical or intellectual disabilities, mental illness, and/ or hearing and vision impairments.  The following list is a sample of some of the adult fiction books available at the Toronto Public Library […]

Dedicated Volunteer receives TPL Years of Service Award at Albert Campbell branch

February 3, 2012 | Sara | Comments (4)

Albert Campbell branch has been fortunate in attracting excellent volunteers to its Leading to Reading program.  One of these volunteers, Shane MacKinnon, will be receiving a TPL Years of Service Award in recognition of his dedication to the Leading to Reading program. Shane MacKinnon has been a volunteer for the Leading to Reading program for […]

Who was Albert Campbell? As well as other useful Scarborough history resources

January 31, 2012 | Sara | Comments (0)

If you have spent time living or working in Scarborough you have probably come across the name Albert Campbell. You may have visited the Scarborough Town Centre and walked across Albert Campbell Square. Perhaps you have friends or family that attends Albert Campbell High School. Or, if you are reading this blog then it is […]

A new year means new programs to look forward to at Albert Campbell branch!

January 6, 2012 | Sara | Comments (0)

These are just some of the interesting new programs being offered at Albert Campbell branch in January.  Youth School Expulsions & Suspensions Paren’ts & Families Raising Safe Youth will present a workshop on the topic of Youth Expulsions & Suspensions. Learn about related policies and procedures, and participate in group discussions and question and answer […]

Programs and Services for Newcomers at Albert Campbell Branch

November 4, 2011 | Sara | Comments (0)

Albert Campbell branch offers a variety of programs and services for newcomers to Canada.  The Library Settlement Partnership (LSP) is a co-sponsored service provided by Citizenship & Immigration Canada, Centre for Information and Community Services (CICS) & Toronto Public Library.  LSP workers are available in the branch for one-on-one consultations, and offer many interesting workshops […]

Staff Pick

November 3, 2011 | Sara | Comments (1)

Room: a novel by Emma Donoghue         Imagine being born and raised in an 11 X 11 foot converted shed where you spend every minute of every day.  Imagine not knowing what fresh air feels like.  That is reality for five-year-old Jack who has spent his entire life in a small enclosed space consisting of a […]