This world of wildest dreams we devotees call fantasy will never be the same. News of the passing of Ursula K. Le Guin on Monday evening has deeply touched the community of science fiction and fantasy fans, and countless others who have been inspired by her writings. Le Guin was a multi-award-winning author, having won several Locus, Hugo and […]
What is it that comes to your mind when someone mentions tabletop role-playing games (RPGs)? Most people probably think of Dungeons & Dragons (D & D). There are several references to D & D in recent popular culture, including the campaigns played by the gang of friends from television's popular "The Big Bang Theory", and the Netflix series […]
Better yet, come listen to Ed Keenan talk about the city and its key players. Ed Keenan is an eight-time National Magazine Award finalist and the Senior Editor of Toronto's weekly paper, The Grid. As part of the Eh List Author's Series, Barbara Frum branch is excited to present: Ed Keenan "Some Great Idea" […]
Join us at the Barbara Frum Branch on Thursday, May 16th from 2:00-4:00 p.m. for our Balcony and Terrace Gardening program, presented by the Toronto Master Gardeners. All are welcome, please call 416-395-5440 to register. Join us for a discussion of the importance and challenge of city gardens. Presented by the Toronto Master Gardeners, […]
May is Asian Heritage Month In May 2002, the Government of Canada signed an official declaration designating May as Asian Heritage Month. Toronto Public Library joins in celebrating the richness and diversity of Asian culture throughout the month of May with many exciting programs and events. Check out some of […]
In honour of Earth Day, come out the Green Book Sale at Barbara Frum Branch on Thursday, April 18, 2013, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. There will be LOTS of books and other library materials for sale at a reduced cost. This is a great way to Reduce, Reuse and Recycle! Also, if you have any trinkets lying […]
St. Patrick’s Day, celebrated on March 17th has become a day when everyone, regardless of nationality, is Irish for the day. On “St. Paddy’s Day”, people flock to their local pub for a drink with friends, usually donning something green, because it is a day associated with mirth and merriment. Banners, signs and t-shirts emblazoned […]
We would like to offer you this convenient, brief subject guide. Consult this online guide to plan your trip to the library. If you can’t find what you need, ask staff in person or contact us online or by phone. Floor guide Here is a quick overview of what you can find on each floor. […]
The Toronto Reference Library renovation continues. This temporary monolithic structure went up today on the 2nd floor. I think this looks exactly like installation art. The white plaster puts me in mind of Keith Haring.