This past week I've been racking my brain for things to do with my relatives visiting from overseas. Mind you, they aren't rookies when it comes to being a tourist in Toronto. Heck, they've been coming annually to our beloved city for the past 20 years – they're practically Torontonians. Plus, they've been to all […]
Now that summer is gone and you are settling into your new school schedule and workload, look forward to the fall with these great programs we have lined-up for you. Take a break and join us for some fun, inspiring and informative workshops! Youth Advisory Group (YAG) Want to make a difference in your community and local library? […]
"The sum of the whole is this: walk and be happy; walk and be healthy. The best way to lengthen out our days is to walk steadily and with a purpose." Charles Dickens Walking is great exercise, helps with stress levels and can provide a much needed respite from our busy lives. Walking can […]
It's almost back to school time for the kids and also for many of us, back to work from our summer vacations. Don't let your back to work blues get to you! The Barbara Frum Library is hosting a ton of programs to get you back in the groove: ABC's of MnemonicsMonday, September 8, 6:30-8 pm Forgetting to do things […]
I’m not ready for summer to be over and guess what? It’s NOT! We are only in the beginning-ish of August and there is still plenty of time to tackle your summer reading bucketlist. Please don’t even mention the word September because that means colder temps, jackets and back to school: classes, homework, assigned readings, […]
Summer isn't over yet! Check out some of the great children's programs we have planned for August: Family Time: Fridays August 1-29, 11-11:30 AM:Come join us with your family to read exciting family stories, sing great songs and learn fun rhymes! Recommended ages 0-6. Drop-in, no registration required. Wacky Wednesday Movies: Wednesdays August 6-27, 2-4 PM: Watch […]
Ages 7-12 Do you love superheroes? Come dressed up as your favourite superhero and win prizes. Join us for a fun filled event celebrating our favourite superheroes with crafts, games and trivia. Register in person or by calling 416-395-5440. Saturday, October 11, 2-3:30p.m. Check out these amazing superhero books at the Barbara Frum public […]
It's hard enough moving to a new community, getting to know your neighbourhood, and trying to find the closest grocery store, library, & school. Imagine settling into a new country where you don't speak the language – it can be terrifying! In partnership with North York Community House (NYCH), Barbara Frum Library is hosting its annual Summer SEPT Settlement Services. Meet with […]
Last week, much to my four year old daughter’s delight, I brought home the adorable Disney Princess Cookbook, which features recipes such as, magic carpet roll-ups, seven dwarfs' soup and Tiana's Baked Caramel French Toast. She was so thrilled with the book that I went in search of other cookbooks featuring famous characters. I was […]
Most of us will never visit Nepal, nor climb Mount Everest nor any of the Himalaya mountains. Fortunately, Chris Beall has been there many times and is willing to share his experiences with us. Chris is a freelance professional photographer, writer, lecturer and Himalayan mountain guide who spends several months of every year in that […]