A valuable service offered by the Toronto Public Library that often goes unnoticed is Sign Language Interpretation for library programs. This service is available for adult, children, and teen programs offered at any Toronto Public Library branch. If you require, or would prefer sign language interpretation to participate in a library program, all you need […]
Albert Campbell branch is celebrating its 40th Anniversary this month! The library officially opened on September 29, 1971 and was named after Metropolitan Chairman Albert Campbell. An array of historic photos of the branch’s grand opening, as well as a birthday card with messages from library customers is now being displayed at the branch. We […]
The Bookseller of Kabul by Asne Seierstad The Bookseller of Kabul is an amazing book written by Norwegian journalist Asne Seierstad. The book takes the form of a novel, but is based on the life of a real family living in the troubled Afghan city of Kabul. While in Afghanistan reporting on the fall […]
Albert Campbell branch has a diverse program line-up for the fall. These are just some of the interesting new programs being offered at the library. Movies for Seniors and Older Adults Join us for screenings of unforgettable classic films! Wednesday September 21 @ 2:00pm – Some Like it Hot (1959) Wednesday October 19 @ 2:00pm […]
Little Bee (alternate title The Other Hand) by Chris Cleave If you’re looking for a good book to read this summer, then look no further! Little Bee by Chris Cleave has it all including complex and interesting characters, a solid storyline, adventure, suspense, emotion, as well as a touching note of humanity. The story begins […]
Check out the new titles that have been added to Albert Campbell branch’s Book Club to Go collection! Reserve your set today by visiting the branch or calling 416-396-8890. The Particular Sadness of Lemon Cake by Aimee Bender On the eve of her ninth birthday, Rose Edelstein takes a bite of her mother’s lemon […]
Are you an avid reader? Would you like to spend this summer reading and discussing popular fiction books with friends or colleagues? If so, then start your own book club by using the Toronto Public Library’s Book Club to Go service. This service allows you to check out multiple copies of a particular book for […]
Welcome! It is our pleasure to unveil this new blog for the Albert Campbell District. Now you may be asking yourself, “What is the Albert Campbell District?” This district is a group of four Toronto Public Library branches located in close proximity to one another and it includes the Albert Campbell, Eglinton Square, McGregor Park, […]