Thinking about starting a small business can sometimes be a confounding or scary prospect. However, you are not alone! Meet many like minded people interested in starting a small business in the library's Small Business Networking sessions which are held at various branches across the city. However, if you are in the Scarborough area (or […]
Agincourt District Libraries Blog is pleased to present this post by Rita A., Branch Head at the Steeles Branch. —————————————————————— Calling all interested future students! Seneca College is coming to the Steeles Branch! Drop by on Tuesday October 27, […]
Do you enjoy reading biographies or memoirs? Or maybe you don't like reading them very much? Even if you don't like reading this particular genre, graphic novels can’totally transform your reading experience of it. Graphic novels, similar to comic books, use a combination of art and text laid out in sequential panels, to tell a […]
Sandi Trillo with her blender. Fixed! On September 12th, 2015, Agincourt Branch hosted the Repair Café Toronto and transformed the rotunda into a bustling community hub. Twenty-two volunteer fixers from the Repair Café Toronto and 85 library visitors from the community gathered together and worked collaboratively to repair many different items—from electronic gadgets and small […]
Last year, the Seniors’ Discovery Fair was held at Cedarbrae District Branch, and it was a smashing success. The fair is returning this year and will take place at Toronto Public Library’s Malvern District Branch. It will run from 2 to 3:30 PM on Wednesday, September 30, 2015 in Malvern Branch’s Community Room. Everyone is welcome and we hope […]
Please join us on Sunday September 27, 2015 from 2pm to 4:30pm at the Agincourt Branch for the Scarborough Poetry Walk. In celebration of Culture Days, Scarborough Arts and Anna Nieminen will lead us on a walking tour of Ron Watson Park in Scarborough and explore the area's sights, histories, and local idiosyncrasies through the lens […]
Agincourt District Libraries Blog is pleased to present this post by Dora C. at the Maryvale Branch. ———————————————————————– With the summer days winding down and the weather getting a bit more chilly, it’s time to look forward to the fall programs here at the Maryvale Branch. Please register in person or call us at 416-396-8931. […]
I <3 2 read by Kate Ter Haar, licensed under CC BY 2.0 Agincourt District Libraries Blog is pleased to present this post by Seth M., Teen Librarian at the Agincourt Branch. ———————————————————- Want to earn community volunteer hours, meet other teens and contribute to library services and participate in special events? Join the Agincourt Youth Advisory Group […]
Beach Trip clip art by Gerald_G on openclipart.org Agincourt District Libraries Blog is pleased to present this post by Leo W., Branch Head at the Bridlewood Branch. Running out of things to do to for those hot sultry summer days? Why not go on a day trip with your family or friends? From hidden waterfalls to scenic lookouts, many of […]
Too hot to cook? Feeling culinarily uninspired? Why not check out one of these yummy books from the Toronto Public Library instead and immerse yourself in some delicious reads? Armchair cooking (and travel) for the adventurous at heart! Cooking with Fernet Branca by James Hamilton-Paterson Start with a handful or two of satire, add a generous […]