We thought you would like to find out a bit more about the author of this fantastic book so we asked Sue a few questions. She's eager to read what you have to say and answer any other questions you may have. Q. Can you tell us a little bit about yourself? A. I was born […]
Thanks everyone for their entries! We're looking forward to picking the most improved book from them. Stay tuned for the winner! In the meantime, there are lots of other prizes to be won’this summer! Check out what other contests we've got going on at the top of the page.
If you fancy yourself a creative type who is really interested in plays this is for you. Kapisanan Philippine Centre has partnered with the Kennedy/Eglinton Branch to provide three fabulous Wednesday afternoons of playwriting workshops! August 1, 15 and 22, from 2 until 5, in the Kennedy/Eglinton Multipurpose Room. It's open to youth aged 14 […]
This is a comprehensive day-long course designed to teach you everything you need to know about babysitting in a fun and informative way. Fee $50. Registration Required so please call 416-396-8850. A certificate is awarded upon completion of the course. Ages 11 to 16. Held at Cedarbrae Library at 9:30 am. This program is sponsored […]
Playground-The Mostly True Story of a Former Bully By 50 Cent What could possibly motivate a thirteen year old boy to fill a sock with batteries, and use it to repeatedly assault a former friend? Through his discussions with his therapist, ‘Butterball’ gradually reveals his frustration and loneliness with his new life in the suburbs […]
OK, so you read the book. Now why don’tcha come meet its author? On Thursday August 9, don’t miss out on a great opportunity to meet one of the most exciting new authors in Toronto, Leah Bobet! join us at Centennial Library for a special event to hear this talented Toronto storyteller’s thoughts on her […]
Perfect wear for the summer and for fitness workouts. Visit us at Cedarbrae Library to learn how to turn your old t-shirts into fashionable tank-tops. Ages 13 and up. Registration required so please call us at 416-396-8850. Held in the auditorium from 3:00pm to 4:30pm. Cedarbrae Library (545 Markham Road) Thursday August 2nd3:00 – 4:30 PM416-396-8850
Wheels of Change: how women rode the bicycle to freedon (with a few flat tires along the way) by Sue Macy Using a variety of photographs, advertisements, cartoons and songs, the reader is taken on a historical tour to see how women have used the bicycle to improve their lives. The book examines the invention […]
Nalo Hopkinson is pretty darn awesome. Ever wonder why you're able to write epic stories, but can't make a to-do list? In the video clip below, Nalo poignantly talks about her own different learn-ability how that affects everyday things: Meet Nalo at: Parkdale Library (1303 Queen Street West), Wed. July 25th, 6pm She'll be sharing […]
Have you ever done something on the spur of the moment that had negative consequences for someone else? I just read a book about someone who swerved their car slightly into the path of an oncoming speeder, just to give him a scare, and the speeder ended up slamming into a tree and dying. The […]