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New Library to Open for Jane/Sheppard Community
Chief Librarian on Hand to Welcome the Community

Toronto (Tuesday, March 31, 2009) – On Thursday, April 2, 2009 at 4 p.m., a brand new Jane/Sheppard Branch will open to the public. Toronto Public Library will mark the occasion with a celebratory ribbon cutting event open to all, including refreshments and family entertainment.

What:    Grand opening of the relocated Jane/Sheppard Branch, Toronto Public Library’s newest building
Where:  Jane/Sheppard Branch, 1906 Sheppard Avenue West (east of Jane Street)
When:   Thursday, April 2, 2009 at 4 p.m. (Doors open)  4:30 p.m. (Official ceremony) 
Who:     Toronto Public Library Board Chair Matthew Church and Chief Librarian Jane Pyper

The relocation and building of a new Jane/Sheppard Branch is part of Toronto Public Library’s ongoing building revitalization plan.  In 2009, Torontonians will benefit from the renovation and reopenings of Jane/Sheppard Branch, Kennedy/Eglinton Branch, Bloor/Gladstone Branch and Thorncliffe Branch.   
  
Toronto Public Library is the world's busiest urban public library system. Every year, more than 16 million people visit our 99 branches and borrow almost 30 million items.  To learn more about Toronto Public Library, visit our website at www.torontopubliclibrary.ca or call Answerline at 416-393-7131.

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Media Contact:
Edward Karek, Communications Officer (416) 397-5925
media@torontopubliclibrary.ca