Quick word association: library Community Books Internet Quiet Ah…now you’ve hit on it! Quiet. There are so few truly quiet places left. I scan'the room full of people on laptops or studying or on the Internet (with earphones, of course) and two books come to mind. The first is Quiet: The Power of Introverts […]
*This blog is best enjoyed with the happy sounds of steelpan in the background! Check out the video below for a sample of Suzette’s steelpan skills 🙂 Suzette Vidale has played with Toronto steelpan bands Afropan and Melange Musical Street and has worked with different schools and community groups in Toronto for over ten […]
We all have them: those lame old tees that just pile up in the pack of the closet. On Thursday September 27 your tee troubles will come to an end! Bring your old T-shirt and up-cycle it into something new! Registration Required, so call 416-395-5980 or come see us in the library! Ages 8-12 Thursday September […]
What's "capoeira" ? Capoeira is a Brazilian martial art that combines elements of dance, music and game. What I love about capoeira is the physical conditioning all while singing, dancing and having some playful competition! Marcio Mendes from Muiraquita Capoeira will be at the Downsview Branch on Saturday September 29th, at 12:30 pm […]
by Nate Hendley by Nate Hendley Join author Nate Hendley, on Thursday, September 20, at 1:00 pm, for a fascinating presentation about infamous Canadian criminals throughout history, such as the notorious Donnelly family and the flamboyant Toronto bank robber, Edwin Alonzo Boyd. More books about these infamous Canadian bad […]
Toronto Public Library partners with Culture Days and the Neighbourhood Arts Network to offer more than 43 free programs at branches across the city, on Friday, Sept. 28 and Saturday, Sept. 29. Here at the York Woods Library, we are honoured to have artist Jennifer Falvy for Culture Days @ The Library. Join Jennifer in […]
Are you the right person for the job? This workshop focuses on interview preparation and practical skills that will help you get that perfect job for you. This workshop, presented by Humber College Community Employment Services, will guide you through the stages of an inteview and will help you with strategies to respond effectively to those "tough" […]
Join in the lively discussion of books old and new. Celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of Charles Dickens. Travel to the Yorkshire moors, Ceylon, Prince Edward County, inside a marriage and to the devastation of Coventry. Click on the images below to read more details and reviews. It's never too late to become part of the […]
Hey Kids, Bollywood dancing is coming to York woods Library! Learn the basics of Bollywood dance in this fun and energetic class. Wear comfy clothing and get ready to move! For ages 8-10 REGISTRATION REQUIRED Please call (416) 395-5980 or come to the Children's reference desk. Friday, September 7, 14, 21, 28 5:00-6:00pm
Downsview Branch will be hosting its 3rd annual Downsview Day for kids. What is Downsview Day? In one sentence, Downsview Day can be described as an indoor branch party for kids! When is Downsview Day? Downsview Day will be on August 21, 2012 from 1:30 to 4:00. Children can arrive any time after 1:30 but it […]