One of the things I'm always interested in watching is the intersection of video games with other art forms. Particularly, the use of music and soundtracks in games. When I was just getting into gaming, one of the top stories in the videogame world was Trent Reznor's sonic collaboration on the Quake series. Quake was […]
Are you an aspiring writer, aged 16+ ? If so, check out these amazing workshops by Toronto authors Dalton Higgins, Emily Pohl-Weary and Sheila Heti. They're all happening downtown at the Toronto Reference Library!
Best Fan Fiction Contest – Win an iPad mini! Fan fiction is an exploding genre online, in which talented writers create stories that reimagine their favourite characters in situations of their own devising. It can involve rewriting the end of a book, creating the sequel you always wanted to see, or even porting a character […]
How can real life inspire story ideas? Explore how moments such as an early memory as a child, a conversation overheard on the bus or your family history can spark fictional or memoir writing. With fresh and inspiring story-starters, you'll create captivating scenes, learn creative writing techniques and get constructive feedback on your writing. Join […]
Ever make art out of nails? Just kidding. Come to the Malvern library and do up your nails with cool designs and colours perfect for summer! Space is limited. Registration begins June 1st. To register please call 416-396-8969. Ages 12-19. Malvern30 Sewells RoadWed Jul 17, 3:30 – 5:30 PMRegister by calling 416-396-8969 Nail art […]
Want to meet an amazing author? Come to the Northern District Library for a chance to meet Governor General Award winning author Paul Yee. Paul will be talking about his latest young adult novel, Money Boy. Ray Liu is a Chinese-Canadian immigrant whose life is full of struggles—trying to fit in, learn English, understand his […]
For a long time, playing video games was seen as pretty much the polar opposite of reading. Whereas reading was treated as a high intellectual activity that stimulated ones synapseses, video games were seen as mindless entertainment, sucking the brain dry of creativity. Of late however, that idea's started to turn on it s head. I'm […]
Feel like making an awesome Zombie feltie? Well you're in luck, because that's what's going down at Albert Campbell library on July 18! Space is limited, so call ahead for a chance to make your very own extra adorable cute flesh-eating monster. Albert Campbell496 Birchmount RoadThu Jul 18, 2013, 4:00 – 6:00 PMRegister by calling […]
We're super excited that the talented and amazing Kelley Armstrong will be stopping by the Parkdale library on July 17 for a visit! Come to the library to get a chance to find out about her most recent book, Loki's Wolves, co-written by the stellar Melissa Marr. Bestselling author Kelley Armstrong has been telling stories […]
Want to hone your skills at making web videos? On Saturday July 6th, our good friends at Mozilla are hosting a free hackjam for youth aged 10 – 18 to learn how to use their Popcorn Maker tool. (It's pretty cool – check out this video about cooking chocolate bacon). The hackjam is free, and at […]