What are you up to this week? Your library is waiting for you to join in on the fun! We've got surprises in store, whether you're into arts, crafts, science, tech, or all of the above. If you're happy to learn something new, or just want to play some games and win prizes, we've got you covered. So bring your family and friends, and discover all the things you can do at the library!
Our website is back in action
You can check your account and search the catalogue again! Hurray! This means you can place holds on everything you want to read, including these new titles:
The Baby-Sitters Club: Claudia and the Bad Joke by Arley Nopra and K Czap, based on the novel by Ann M. Martin
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: No Brainer by Jeff Kinney
Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder by Dav Pilkey
So many activities, so little time
There are tons of free events and programs happening at libraries near you. Make bead art and fluffy slime. Meet animals, authors and magicians. Learn 3D design and Photoshop. Build your own puppet stage and futuristic city. Try cross-stitching and salt painting. There's something for every kid to enjoy, from hands-on workshops where you can unleash your creativity, to movie screenings filled with excitement and laughter.
Tune in live for these special online programs
Sharks in the City with Ripley's Aquarium | Tuesday, March 12 at 10 am
WonderPhil Magic Show | Friday, March 15 at 10 am
Les destinations françaises "spooky" avec Touralingo | vendredi, le 15 mars 12h
You can also watch past programs, like learning card magic with WonderPhil and making diorama art with illustrator Soyeon Kim.
Solve bookmark puzzles
Did you know kid-created bookmarks are now available in our branches? There are 16 designs from the winners of the 2024 Design-a-Bookmark Contest. Collect them all! Guess the book
Test your book knowledge and translate emojis into titles. Stream free with your library card
Spine-chilling scary story podcasts! Mo Willems marathon! Check out cartoons, comics, music, movies and TV shows on Hoopla and Kanopy Kids.
Dial-a-Story
Call our storytime hotline at 416-395-5400! Listen anytime to recorded stories in lots of different languages.
Take the 2024 Reading Challenge
Can you read 12 books in 12 different categories before the end of the year?
Write to us
We love hearing from you! Visit Fun Stuff to share your best jokes and riddles, come up with silly captions or stories, and ask questions on the Wonder Wall.
Wherever your adventures take you, we hope you have a marvellous March Break!