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Leading to Reading

Location:

Mount Dennis

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Sep 10 - Mon, Jun 22

Leading to Reading is a free program for children Grades 1-6 in need of extra support in reading and writing. Children are matched with a volunteer, who will work with them one-on-one for one hour every week on Tuesdays from 4:30-7:30p.m. This pr...

Leading to Reading

Location:

Jane/Sheppard

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Sep 14 - Sat, Jun 27

Leading to Reading is a free program for children Grades 1-6 in need of extra support in reading and writing. Children are matched with a volunteer, who will work with them one-on-one for one hour every week on Saturday. This program requires an a...

Imagining the Red Planet

Location:

Lillian H. Smith

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Nov 9 - Sat, Jan 11

Visit the Merril Collection of Science Fiction, Speculation and Fantasy to view this exhibit of all things Mars!When our closest neighbour Mars was new to our eyes it seemed to offer a world of possibilities. Since it was completely imaginary, it ...

After School Club

Location:

Burrows Hall

Event Time:

4:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Dec 20
  • Fri, Jan 10
  • Fri, Jan 24
  • Fri, Jan 31
  • Fri, Feb 7
  • Fri, Feb 21

Join the Burrows Hall After School Club and learn new things, make stuff, meet other kids and have fun.For ages 6-12.Drop in. No registration required.

Stress Relief Through Meditation

Location:

Evelyn Gregory

Event Time:

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 4
  • Sat, Feb 1
  • Sat, Mar 7
  • Sat, Apr 4

Some easy, stress-relieving stretches and deep breathing, followed by a relaxing and rejuvenating meditation session. No yoga mat required.Drop in. No registration required.

Saturday Make It and Take It

Location:

Alderwood

Event Time:

9:00 am - 4:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Dec 21
  • Sat, Dec 28
  • Sat, Jan 4
  • Sat, Jan 11
  • Sat, Jan 18
  • Sat, Jan 25

Join us anytime and make your very own craft or picture to take home.All agesDrop in

Leading to Reading

Location:

Eatonville

Event Time:

All Day

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Dec 21
  • Sat, Dec 28
  • Sat, Jan 4
  • Sat, Jan 11
  • Sat, Jan 18
  • Sat, Jan 25

Leading to Reading is a free program for children Grades 1-6 in need of extra support in reading and writing. Children are matched with a volunteer, who will work with them one-on-one for one hour every week, on Saturday mornings. Registration req...

Mini Makers

Location:

S. Walter Stewart

Event Time:

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sun, Dec 15
  • Sun, Dec 22
  • Sun, Jan 5
  • Sun, Jan 12
  • Sun, Jan 19
  • Sun, Jan 26

Junior builders aged 4 ? 8 and their families are invited to join us every Sunday for fun, hands-on activities that explore STEM concepts and spark wonder, creativity and discovery. Series takes place on Sundays. Drop in. No registration required....

Mini Makers

Location:

Fairview

Event Time:

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sun, Dec 15
  • Sun, Dec 22
  • Sun, Jan 5
  • Sun, Jan 12
  • Sun, Jan 19
  • Sun, Jan 26

Junior builders aged 4 to 8 and their families are invited to join us every Sunday for fun, hands-on activities that explore STEM concepts and spark wonder, creativity and discovery. Try something different each week!Drop in. No registration requi...

Mini Makers

Location:

Agincourt

Event Time:

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sun, Dec 15
  • Sun, Dec 22
  • Sun, Jan 5
  • Sun, Jan 12
  • Sun, Jan 19
  • Sun, Jan 26

Junior builders aged 4-8 and their families are invited to join us every Sunday for fun, hands-on activities that explore STEM concepts and spark wonder, creativity and discovery. Try something different each week! For children 4-8 years old and t...

Mini Makers

Location:

Eatonville

Event Time:

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sun, Dec 15
  • Sun, Dec 22
  • Sun, Dec 29
  • Sun, Jan 5
  • Sun, Jan 12
  • Sun, Jan 19

Junior builders aged 4-8 and their families are invited to join us every Sunday for fun, hands-on activities that explore STEM concepts and spark wonder, creativity and discovery. Try something different each week!Drop in. No registration required...

Mini Makers (Ages 4-8) (Fall-Winter 2019)

Location:

Barbara Frum

Event Time:

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sun, Dec 15
  • Sun, Dec 22
  • Sun, Jan 5
  • Sun, Jan 12
  • Sun, Jan 19
  • Sun, Jan 26

Children aged 4-8 and their families are invited to join us every Sunday for fun, hands-on activities that explore STEM concepts and spark wonder, creativity and discovery. Try something new each week!Drop-in program. For more information, contact...

Mini Makers (Fall 2019-Winter 2020)

Location:

Maria A. Shchuka

Event Time:

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sun, Dec 15
  • Sun, Dec 22
  • Sun, Jan 5
  • Sun, Jan 12
  • Sun, Jan 19
  • Sun, Jan 26

Junior builders aged 4-8 and their families are invited to join us every Sunday for fun, hands-on activities that explore STEM concepts and spark wonder, creativity and discovery. Try something different each week!Drop in. No registration required...

Mini Makers

Location:

Cedarbrae

Event Time:

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sun, Dec 15
  • Sun, Dec 22
  • Sun, Jan 5
  • Sun, Jan 12
  • Sun, Jan 19
  • Sun, Jan 26

Junior builders aged 4-8 and their families are invited to join us every Sunday for fun, hands-on activities that explore STEM concepts and spark wonder, creativity and discovery.Try something new each week! Series takes place on Sundays. Drop i...

LEGO Club

Location:

Fort York

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Dec 16
  • Mon, Dec 23
  • Mon, Dec 30
  • Mon, Jan 6
  • Mon, Jan 13
  • Mon, Jan 20

Build using our LEGO, K'Nex, or straws & connectors! For children. Drop in. No registration required.*Lego is Cancelled Monday, October 21*

Bridlewood Homework Program

Location:

Bridlewood

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Dec 16
  • Mon, Jan 13
  • Mon, Jan 20
  • Mon, Jan 27
  • Mon, Feb 3
  • Mon, Feb 10

Need extra help for an upcoming test? Do you want to get a head start on a school project? Need somewhere quiet to study?The Bridlewood Homework Program provides help with all school subjects, projects, and readings for grades 6 to 12.Drop-in prog...

After School Club

Location:

Pape/Danforth

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Dec 17
  • Tue, Jan 7
  • Tue, Jan 14
  • Tue, Jan 21
  • Tue, Jan 28
  • Tue, Feb 4

Join us for fun activities after school every Tuesday! For ages 6-12. Drop in. No registration required, unless noted otherwise.December 3, 10, 17: Arts and CraftsJanuary 7, 14, 21, 28 and February 4: Make it and Take it! Maker Projects

After School Club!

Location:

Flemingdon Park

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Dec 17
  • Tue, Jan 7

Looking for something to do after school?Tuesdays at Flemingdon Park branch for fun activities, arts, crafts, technology, games and more! Bring your friends or make some new ones!Drop in. No registration required.

LEGO Club

Location:

Perth/Dupont

Event Time:

3:15 pm - 4:15 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Dec 17
  • Tue, Dec 24
  • Tue, Dec 31
  • Tue, Jan 7
  • Tue, Jan 14

Drop in after school and create with LEGO, K'nex and KEVA Planks.Drop in. No registration required.

Drop-In Gaming

Location:

Weston

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Dec 17
  • Tue, Dec 24
  • Tue, Dec 31
  • Tue, Jan 7
  • Tue, Jan 14
  • Tue, Jan 21

Drop-in PS4 gaming with every Tuesday afternoon. Ages 6-12: 4-5:30 PMTeens: 5:30-7:00 PM***all participants under 13 must have a gaming permission form signed by parent/guardian. Please see branch staff for more information.***

Leading to Reading

Location:

Mimico Centennial

Event Time:

4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Dec 17
  • Tue, Dec 24
  • Tue, Dec 31
  • Tue, Jan 7
  • Tue, Jan 14
  • Tue, Jan 21

Leading to Reading is a free program for children Grades 1-6 in need of extra support in reading and writing. Children are matched with a volunteer, who will work with them one-on-one for one hour every week on Tuesdays. This program requires an a...

Monthly After School STEAM Club

Location:

Annette Street

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Dec 18
  • Wed, Jan 15
  • Wed, Feb 19
  • Wed, Mar 18

Want to be part of an exciting club and have fun learning about Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math? Join our STEAM After School Club & explore these topics with experiments and other fun activities! We meet once a month, on the 3rd...

Leading to Reading

Location:

Parkdale

Event Time:

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Dec 18
  • Wed, Dec 25
  • Wed, Jan 1

Leading to Reading is a free program for children Grades 1-6 in need of extra support in reading and writing. Children are matched with a volunteer, who will work with them one-on-one for one hour every week on Wednesday evenings.Call 416-393-7686...

After School Club

Location:

Evelyn Gregory

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Dec 18
  • Wed, Dec 25
  • Wed, Jan 1
  • Wed, Jan 8
  • Wed, Jan 15
  • Wed, Jan 22

Join us every Tuesday at Evelyn Gregory for our After School Club. Take part in our exciting building challenges using Lego, K'Nex and Feltro. Have a blast with arts and crafts projects, cooperative games, cool activities and more!Drop in. No re...

Robotics Club

Location:

Fort York

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Dec 18
  • Wed, Jan 22

Try your hand at: driving a Sphero, Dash and Dot, and circuitry with snap circuits etc. Registration required. See link below.

Crafternoon

Location:

Thorncliffe

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Dec 18
  • Wed, Jan 22
  • Wed, Jan 29
  • Wed, Feb 5
  • Wed, Feb 12
  • Wed, Feb 19

Get creative with us after school and join for a different craft each week. All materials provided. Drop in, no registration required.

Family Colouring Club

Location:

Alderwood

Event Time:

3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Dec 18
  • Wed, Dec 25
  • Wed, Jan 1
  • Wed, Jan 8
  • Wed, Jan 15
  • Wed, Jan 22

Go on an exciting adventure or enjoy some relaxing fun with crayons and markers!For all ages.Drop in. No registration required.

After School Club

Location:

Lillian H. Smith

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Dec 18
  • Wed, Jan 8
  • Wed, Jan 15
  • Wed, Jan 22
  • Wed, Jan 29
  • Wed, Feb 5

Join us on Wednesdays after school for games and special activities. Take part in LEGO challenges, arts & crafts, robotics & circuitry, and much more. For ages 6-12. Drop in! No registration required. Call 416-393-7746 for more information...

LEGO Club

Location:

Danforth/Coxwell

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Dec 18
  • Wed, Jan 22
  • Wed, Feb 19

Build, create, and use your imagination! LEGO and KEVA blocks will be provided. For ages 5 and up. Drop in. No registration required.

After School Club

Location:

Barbara Frum

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Dec 19
  • Thu, Jan 9
  • Thu, Jan 16
  • Thu, Jan 23
  • Thu, Jan 30
  • Thu, Feb 6

Join us on Thursdays after school for games, arts & crafts, robotics & circuitry and much more.For ages 6-12.Drop in. No registration required.

LEGO Club

Location:

Queen/Saulter

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Dec 19
  • Thu, Jan 16
  • Thu, Feb 20
  • Thu, Mar 26

Join our LEGO Club where you can create, build and use your imagination!Drop in. No registration required.

Leading to Reading

Location:

Pape/Danforth

Event Time:

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Dec 19
  • Thu, Jan 9
  • Thu, Jan 16
  • Thu, Jan 23
  • Thu, Jan 30
  • Thu, Feb 6

Leading to Reading is a free program for children Grades 1-6 in need of extra support in reading and writing. Children are matched with a volunteer, who will work with them one-on-one for one hour every week on Thursday evenings. This program requ...

Tech Petting Zoo

Location:

Queen/Saulter

Event Time:

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Dec 19
  • Thu, Jan 16
  • Thu, Feb 20
  • Thu, Mar 26

Come into the library and have fun with robotics! We'll give you a chance to play and explore with Dash & Dot and Sphero, including obstacle courses and races! Note that equipment will be distributed on a first come, first serve basis.

After School Club

Location:

Main Street

Event Time:

3:45 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Dec 19
  • Thu, Jan 9
  • Thu, Jan 16
  • Thu, Jan 23
  • Thu, Jan 30
  • Thu, Feb 6

Join us on Thursdays after school for LEGO, KEVA, games, colouring and so much more!Aimed at ages 6-12 but all are welcome.Drop in. No registration required. Call 416-393-7700 for more information.

Leading to Reading

Location:

New Toronto

Event Time:

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Dec 19
  • Thu, Dec 26
  • Thu, Jan 2
  • Thu, Jan 9
  • Thu, Jan 16
  • Thu, Jan 23

Leading to Reading is a free program for children Grades 1-6 in need of extra support in reading and writing. Children are matched with a volunteer, who will work with them one-on-one for one hour every week on Thursday. Applications can only be o...

Board Game Cafe

Location:

Alderwood

Event Time:

3:30 pm - 6:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Dec 19
  • Thu, Dec 26
  • Thu, Jan 2
  • Thu, Jan 9
  • Thu, Jan 16
  • Thu, Jan 23

Challenge yourself and a friend to a competition or just have some fun!For all ages.Drop in. No registration required.

Parent/Child Book Club

Location:

Bloor/Gladstone

Event Time:

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Dec 20
  • Fri, Jan 31

Calling all children ages 9 to 12 and their mother, father, grandmother, grandfather, or caregiver! Join our monthly family book club. One child 9 to 12, one parent/caregiver, one book per month. Note: The meeting on August 30 will only be 30 min...

Knit and Crochet

Location:

Malvern

Event Time:

6:30 pm - 7:45 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Dec 20
  • Fri, Jan 3
  • Fri, Jan 17
  • Fri, Feb 7
  • Fri, Feb 21
  • Fri, Mar 6

Share your interest in knitting, crocheting and other wool crafts. Starter materials and beginner instructions available.Recommended for children 7 and up, teens and adults.

School's Out: Holiday Programs

Location:

Cedarbrae

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Dec 20
  • Fri, Dec 27
  • Fri, Jan 3

Kick back, relax, and enjoy your holiday break at the library.Ages 5-12, drop-in.Friday December 20 - Holiday Craft (4-5pm)Friday December 27 - Holiday Movie (2-4pm)Friday January 03 - Holiday Board Games (2-4pm)

Family Time

Location:

Palmerston

Event Time:

10:30 am - 11:15 am

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Dec 20
  • Fri, Dec 27
  • Fri, Jan 3
  • Fri, Jan 10

Join us at Palmerston Library for our weekly story time every Friday at 10:30am. Stories, songs, puppets, rhymes, shakers, and more! For kids 0-5 with their families and caregivers. Siblings are welcome. Program is 30 minutes plus 15 minutes for ...

After School Club

Location:

Parkdale

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Dec 20
  • Fri, Dec 27
  • Fri, Jan 3
  • Fri, Jan 10
  • Fri, Jan 17
  • Fri, Jan 24

Join us for a different STEAM activity each Friday. Design and build structures, create art, do cool science experiments, and much, much more!

Family Bingo!

Location:

Flemingdon Park

Event Time:

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Dec 21
  • Sat, Jan 4

Bingo! Prizes! And fun. Get your eyes and ears ready for BINGO time! Drop in. No registration required

A Toy's Story: An Exhibit of Children's Books and Illustrations

Location:

Lillian H. Smith

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Dec 21 - Sat, Feb 22

Explore children?s stories and illustrations featuring talking toys, animated dolls and puppets without strings. Nutcrackers, dishes, playing cards, vegetables and spools of thread also take on lives of their own in this lively exhibit held at the...

Holiday Robotics

Location:

Cedarbrae

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Dec 23
  • Mon, Dec 30
  • Thu, Jan 2

Enjoy your holidays by playing with Sphereos and Dash and Dots, and complete the challenges. 3 repeat sessions. Register for 1 session in person or by calling 416-396-8871. Ages 7-12, registration required.

Holiday Craft Making

Location:

Evelyn Gregory

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Dec 23
  • Thu, Jan 2
  • Fri, Jan 3

Evelyn Gregory welcomes children and adults for some festive holiday craft making, along with seasonal music and hot chocolate.

Holiday Crafts

Location:

Dawes Road

Event Time:

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Dec 27
  • Fri, Jan 3

Fun crafts for the school holiday break.Drop in. No registration required.

LEGO Night

Location:

Jane/Dundas

Event Time:

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 2

Bring your friends and complete a variety of different LEGO challenges.For ages 4 & up.Drop in. No registration required.

Family Movie

Location:

Highland Creek

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 2

Join us for a fun family movie, suitable for all ages.

Dash and Dot Robot Challenge

Location:

Parliament Street

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 2

Enjoy some fun robotic challenges with Dash robots controlled with iPads. Race and play soccer with the robots in fun team based games. No registration required. Open to children ages 7-12.

Dash Says!

Location:

Northern District

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 2

Logics Academy presents Dash Says, a twist on Simon Says that introduces kids to coding and robotics.This Family Literacy Month program is generously supported by Friends of the Toronto Public Library, South Chapter.Ages 8-12. No registration requ...

Family Literacy Month Bingo

Location:

Brentwood

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 2

Help kick off Family Literacy Month and improve your literacy skills with a game of Bingo!

Library BINGO

Location:

Humber Summit

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 2

Join us for an afternoon of fun with BINGO. Play and if you're lucky, win a prize!

Video Gaming for Kids

Location:

Bloor/Gladstone

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 2

Compete against others using our gaming equipment!For ages 6-12.Drop in. No registration required.

Winter Break Movie: The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part

Location:

Runnymede

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 3

Spend your winter break and join us at the library for a feature film. We will screen The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part, Rated PG.Drop in. No registration required.

Make and Take Crafternoon

Location:

Brentwood

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 3

Join us to make a winter-themed craft to take home.

Winter Crafternoon

Location:

Parliament Street

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 3

Have some hands-on fun making a selection of different wintery crafts! All supplies will be provided and no registration required.

BINGO

Location:

Rexdale

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 3

Join us for a game of library bingo. Lots of fun and great prizes

Movie Afternoon: Toy Story 4

Location:

Bloor/Gladstone

Event Time:

1:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 3

Join us for a movie afternoon! Woody has always been confident about his place in the world and that his priority is taking care of his kid, whether that's Andy or Bonnie. But when Bonnie adds a reluctant new toy called 'Forky' to her room, a road...

Holiday Film Screening - Dumbo

Location:

Mount Dennis

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 3

Join us for a screening of Dumbo! For children of all ages and their caregivers.Registration required, however drop-ins welcome.

Holiday Movie & Popcorn

Location:

Humber Summit

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 3

Get out of the cold and watch a holiday movie while you nibble on some popcorn! Movie to be announced.

At Home Alone

Location:

Jane/Dundas

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 4

Toronto Public Health presents a fun family workshop to help families prepare their 10-14 year old to be home alone safely. Parents and children together will develop a personal safety and injury prevention plan that is tailored to meet your famil...

Parent/Child Book Club

Location:

Runnymede

Event Time:

10:30 am - 11:30 am

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 4

Celebrate Family Literacy Month and join our family book club! Children ages 9-12 can attend with a parent, grandparent or caregiver. Everyone is encouraged to read the book! Please register in person or by calling 416-393-7697. Copies of "The Wil...

Storygami

Location:

Lillian H. Smith

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 4
  • Sat, Feb 1
  • Sat, Mar 7
  • Sat, Apr 4

Origami meet-up for kids the first Saturday of each month. Learn to fold origami! Beginner & advanced folders welcome. This program is offered in partnership with the University of Toronto organization Fly with Origami, Learn to Dream (UTFOLD...

Family Time

Location:

Fairview

Event Time:

11:00 am - 11:30 am

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 4
  • Sat, Jan 11
  • Sat, Jan 18
  • Sat, Jan 25
  • Sat, Feb 1
  • Sat, Feb 8

Listen to storybooks, sing along with favourite songs and make a craft to take home! Drop in every Saturday morning, rain or shine. All children accompanied by parents and caregivers are welcome, no registration required. For more information, ple...

Fun with Snap Circuits

Location:

Humber Summit

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 4

Play with electricity and circuitry during this hands-on program! Have fun learning about electricity with Snap Circuits.

Virtual Reality Experience for Kids

Location:

Don Mills

Event Time:

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 4

Come learn about how virtual reality is becoming a new way to experience video games, movies, and animations. In this class you will see how virtual reality consoles are set up and what allows them to work, and, of course, you will have a chance t...

Mini Makers

Location:

Northern District

Event Time:

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sun, Jan 5
  • Sun, Jan 12
  • Sun, Jan 19
  • Sun, Jan 26
  • Sun, Feb 9
  • Sun, Feb 16

Junior builders aged 4-8 and their families are invited to join us every Sunday for fun, hands-on activities that explore STEM concepts and spark wonder, creativity and discovery. Try something different each week!Drop in. No registration required...

After School Club

Location:

York Woods

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Jan 6
  • Mon, Jan 13
  • Mon, Jan 20
  • Mon, Jan 27

Join us on Mondays after school for crafts, KEVA, board games, colouring and so much more! Ages 5 - 12. Drop in only. No registration required.

After School Club

Location:

S. Walter Stewart

Event Time:

3:45 pm - 4:45 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Jan 6
  • Mon, Jan 13
  • Mon, Jan 20
  • Mon, Jan 27
  • Mon, Feb 3
  • Mon, Feb 10

After school drop-in every Monday during the school year (excluding Winter Break, March Break week and public holidays) for all kinds of FUN! Includes video games, board games and other activities. For children ages 6-12.Drop in. No registration r...

After School Club - Builder's Club!

Location:

College/Shaw

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Jan 6
  • Mon, Jan 13
  • Mon, Jan 20
  • Mon, Jan 27
  • Mon, Feb 3
  • Mon, Feb 10

Do you like to build? We want to help! Join every Monday afternoon and build your heart away using LEGO, KEVA Planks, magnets, and more!Drop in. No registration required. Call 416-393-7668 for more information.

Leading to Reading

Location:

Gerrard/Ashdale

Event Time:

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Jan 6
  • Mon, Jan 13
  • Mon, Jan 20
  • Mon, Jan 27
  • Mon, Feb 3
  • Mon, Feb 10

Leading to Reading is a free program for children Grades 1-6 in need of extra support in reading and writing. Children are matched with a volunteer, who will work with them one-on-one for one hour every week on Mondays 5-6pm.This program requires ...

LEGO Club

Location:

Palmerston

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Jan 6
  • Mon, Jan 13
  • Mon, Jan 20
  • Mon, Jan 27

Build, create, and explore the world of LEGO!For ages 5 and up. Younger siblings welcome with a caregiver.Drop in. No registration required.

Art Club

Location:

Fairview

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Jan 6
  • Mon, Jan 13
  • Mon, Jan 20
  • Mon, Jan 27

Release your inner Picasso! Explore different types of art such as watercolours, collages and more while learning about famous artists of the past. For ages 6 to 12. Registration begins Saturday, December 21, 2019. To register, please call the bra...

After School Club: Make It and Take It!

Location:

Northern District

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Jan 6
  • Mon, Jan 13
  • Mon, Jan 20
  • Mon, Jan 27
  • Mon, Feb 3
  • Mon, Feb 10

Join us on Mondays to make a fun and easy craft to take home!For ages 3-12.No registration required.

After School Club

Location:

Leaside

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Jan 6
  • Mon, Jan 13
  • Mon, Jan 20
  • Mon, Jan 27
  • Mon, Feb 3
  • Mon, Feb 10

Join us for fun activities after school every Monday! For ages 6-12. Drop in. No registration required.

Tween After School Video Gaming

Location:

Woodview Park

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 7
  • Tue, Jan 14
  • Tue, Jan 21
  • Tue, Jan 28
  • Tue, Feb 4
  • Tue, Feb 11

Let the games begin!Challenge your friends to various PS4 games, such as NBA 2k, Fifa, UFC, Naruta, Sonic Racing, NHL plus Wii sport and just dance.Whether you play or just want to hangout, Tuesday at 4pm is the place to be.Ages 7 to 14Drop in! No...

Board Games Night

Location:

Runnymede

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 7
  • Tue, Jan 21

Come join us for a fun afternoon playing some card games and board games. We will provide all the games and potential friends you need for an enjoyable time gaming at the library!For all ages.Drop in. No registration required.

Tuesday Movies

Location:

Northern Elms

Event Time:

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 7
  • Tue, Jan 14
  • Tue, Jan 21
  • Tue, Jan 28
  • Tue, Feb 4
  • Tue, Feb 11

Come join us for Feature Tuesdays. Action, comedy, and enjoyment for all ages.

After School Fun

Location:

Humber Summit

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 7
  • Thu, Jan 9
  • Tue, Jan 14
  • Thu, Jan 16
  • Tue, Jan 21
  • Thu, Jan 23

Join us every Tuesday and Thursday from 4-5pm and create, build, explore and have fun!

Tuesday Video Games

Location:

Black Creek

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 7
  • Tue, Jan 14
  • Tue, Jan 21
  • Tue, Jan 28
  • Tue, Feb 4
  • Tue, Feb 11

Tuesday Video Games. Come in no registration required. Ages 6-12 years old.

KEVA Club

Location:

Fort York

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Jan 8
  • Wed, Feb 5

Polish your building skills using our KEVA planks! Try a KEVA challenge or create something of your own design. For children ages 4 and up.Drop in. No registration required.

Afterschool Games

Location:

Goldhawk Park

Event Time:

3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Jan 8
  • Wed, Jan 15
  • Wed, Jan 22
  • Wed, Jan 29
  • Wed, Feb 5
  • Wed, Feb 12

Children can drop-in to enjoy some afterschool fun with games such as Jenga, Connect Four, Yahtzee, Snakes and Ladders, and more!

Story Fun Club

Location:

Elmbrook Park

Event Time:

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Jan 8
  • Wed, Jan 15
  • Wed, Jan 22
  • Wed, Jan 29
  • Wed, Feb 5
  • Wed, Feb 12

Join us for an hour of reading, art activities and games.

Paws 4 Stories

Location:

Runnymede

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Jan 8
  • Wed, Jan 15
  • Wed, Jan 22
  • Wed, Jan 29
  • Wed, Feb 5
  • Wed, Feb 12

Take turns reading stories to Troy, a certified Paws Therapy golden retriever, alongside his handler Shelli. For ages 5 and up.This is a drop in program in the children's department, no registration required. Paws 4 Stories is a St. John Ambulance...

LEAP After School Program

Location:

Woodview Park

Event Time:

3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Jan 8
  • Fri, Jan 10
  • Wed, Jan 15
  • Fri, Jan 17
  • Wed, Jan 22
  • Fri, Jan 24

Have Fun & Learn at our After School Program in a safe and supervised environment!We have games and crafts, sports-based activities, nutritional snacks, and educational workshops for children between the ages of 9 and 13!Registration required....

After School Club: Board Games

Location:

Richview

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Jan 8
  • Wed, Jan 15
  • Wed, Jan 22
  • Wed, Jan 29
  • Wed, Feb 5
  • Wed, Feb 12

Games, games and more games! Board games and GIANT games for everyone to play and enjoy!Drop in. No registration required.

After School STEAM Club

Location:

Highland Creek

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Jan 8
  • Wed, Jan 15
  • Wed, Jan 22
  • Wed, Jan 29
  • Wed, Feb 5
  • Wed, Feb 12

Join us every Wednesday from January to March for one hour for our STEAM club. Learn how to create cool science experiments, design artistic creations and much, much more!

After School Program

Location:

Taylor Memorial

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Jan 8 - Wed, Jun 24

Join us every Wednesday @ 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. LEGO, Robotics, K'nex, and much more.

Let's Paint!

Location:

Danforth/Coxwell

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Jan 8
  • Wed, Jan 29
  • Wed, Feb 26

Paint a masterpiece at the library. Each month will have a different theme. All supplies provided.For children of all ages.Drop in. No registration required.

Children's Graphic Novel Book Club

Location:

Deer Park

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Jan 8
  • Wed, Feb 5
  • Wed, Mar 4
  • Wed, Apr 1

Join the graphic novels book club the first Wednesday of the month (unless noted otherwise) to read and discuss your favorite, recently read, and new graphic novels. Pick up your copies at the branch today!For ages 8-12.Registration required. Call...

Introduction to 3D Printing

Location:

Don Mills

Event Time:

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 9

Learn how 3D printers work and how you can print at the Toronto Public Library?s Digital Innovation Hubs. This class includes hands-on instruction with Cura, the software used to prepare your 3D object file for printing on an Ultimaker 2+ printer....

After School Club

Location:

Palmerston

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 9
  • Thu, Jan 16
  • Thu, Jan 23
  • Thu, Jan 30

Join us after school on Thursdays for some fun activities, such as board games, colouring, crafts, and more!Drop in (no registration required). All materials provided.Recommended for ages 5 and up.

School Aged: After School Club

Location:

Scarborough Civic Centre

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 9
  • Thu, Jan 16
  • Thu, Jan 23
  • Thu, Jan 30
  • Thu, Feb 6
  • Thu, Feb 13

Thursdays are the new day for After School Club!Looking for something to do after school? Drop by at the library and participate in STEM-based experiments using everyday household items!For ages 6-12.Drop in. No registration required.

French Homework Help

Location:

Brentwood

Event Time:

3:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 9
  • Thu, Jan 16
  • Thu, Jan 23
  • Thu, Jan 30
  • Thu, Feb 6
  • Thu, Feb 13

Free French homework help for school aged children. In partnership with York University's Faculty of Education and Canadian Parents for French (CPF). Winter session runs from January 9-April 2, 3:30pm, 4:30pm or 5:30pm. *Registration Saturday, D...

Club de lecture pour enfants

Location:

Bloor/Gladstone

Event Time:

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 10

Rejoignez-nous pour parler des livres en nominations des prix Tamarac, Mélèze et Peuplier. Lisez 5 livres d'une liste et vous pouvez voter pour votre favori. Inscription obligatoire.Join us to talk in French about the nominations for the Poplar, T...

Crochet Club

Location:

Fairview

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 10
  • Fri, Jan 17
  • Fri, Jan 24
  • Fri, Jan 31

Curious about crochet? Learn basic stitches and simple patterns, then make your own crafty creations to take home! For ages 9 to 12. Registration begins Saturday, December 21, 2019. To register, please call the branch at 416-395-5750 or visit the ...

Esso Family Math - Presented by EarlyON Child & Family Centre

Location:

Barbara Frum

Event Time:

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 10
  • Fri, Jan 17
  • Fri, Jan 24
  • Fri, Jan 31
  • Fri, Feb 7
  • Fri, Feb 14

A free program to help your child (ages 3-6) succeed in math, participate in number games and activities and help your child develop logical thinking skills. Registration required.To register and for more information, visit Barbara Frum branch, ca...

Comic Workshop

Location:

Spadina Road

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 10

Write and illustrate your own personal comic stories with last year's TD Summer Reading Club artist, Clayton Hanmer! Learn about the basic structure of comic creation and be encouraged to get silly while building a comic together with the group.Fo...

Robotics for Kids - LEGO Mindstorms Challenge

Location:

Humberwood

Event Time:

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 10

LEGO Mindstorms are introductory robotics kits. Build your bot, give it commands, and try to navigate your robot around the room using only computer code!After assembling the finishing touches on our robots, we'll initialize the bots, learn how to...

After School Club

Location:

Bridlewood

Event Time:

3:45 pm - 4:45 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 10
  • Fri, Jan 17
  • Fri, Jan 24
  • Fri, Jan 31
  • Fri, Feb 7
  • Fri, Feb 14

Join us for After-School Club fun! Monthly themes include:January: BuildingFebruary: Rubik's CubeMarch: Book Folding*April: Game ShowsMay: Check back later!June: Check back later!(*There will be no After School Club during March Break (Mar 20); pl...

After school- Fun Fridays!

Location:

Black Creek

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 10
  • Fri, Jan 17
  • Fri, Jan 24
  • Fri, Jan 31
  • Fri, Feb 7
  • Fri, Feb 14

Come join us for FUN FRIDAYS. No registration required for ages 6-12 years old.

Comic Workshop

Location:

Jones

Event Time:

10:30 am - 11:30 am

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 11

Write and illustrate your own personal comic stories with last year's TD Summer Reading Club artist, Clayton Hanmer! Learn about the basic structure of comic creation and be encouraged to get silly while building a comic together with the group.Re...

Leading to Reading

Location:

Woodview Park

Event Time:

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 11
  • Sat, Jan 18
  • Sat, Jan 25
  • Sat, Feb 1
  • Sat, Feb 8
  • Sat, Feb 15

Leading to Reading is a free program for children grades 1-6 in need of extra support in reading and writing. A child is matched with a volunteer, to work one-on-one for one hour every week. Applications are available at the Woodview Park Library ...

The Art of Storybook Illustration

Location:

Evelyn Gregory

Event Time:

1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 11
  • Sat, Jan 18
  • Sat, Jan 25
  • Sat, Feb 1

Offered in partnership with VIBE Arts, this program will introduce participants to various visual arts techniques used in storybook illustration. Participants will be encouraged to create their own characters and story ideas inspired by the style...

LEAP Saturday Program

Location:

Woodview Park

Event Time:

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 11
  • Sat, Jan 18
  • Sat, Jan 25
  • Sat, Feb 1
  • Sat, Feb 8
  • Sat, Feb 15

Have Fun & Learn at our Saturday Afternoon Program in a safe and supervised environment! We have games and crafts, sports-based activities, nutritional snacks, and educational workshops for children between the ages of 9 and 13! Registration r...

Family Literacy Month Board Games

Location:

Brookbanks

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 11

Celebrate Family Literacy Month with an afternoon of family fun and board games! We provide the games. Play an old favourite or try something new. Ages 6+. Drop-in.

Family Literacy Month Jeopardy

Location:

Thorncliffe

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 11

Come to the library and play a fun quiz game for a chance to win a prize. Suitable for children ages 6 and up. Parents and caregivers welcome.For more information, call 416-396-3865.

Celebrate Literacy Month with Stories and Clay

Location:

Runnymede

Event Time:

10:30 am - 11:30 am

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 11

Join award winning author and illustrator Barbara Reid for a presentation about her unique artwork, followed by a hands-on workshop where kids can create their own plasticine stories and artwork. Supplies will be provided.For ages 6 and up.Registe...

Young Writers Club

Location:

Don Mills

Event Time:

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Jan 13
  • Mon, Jan 27
  • Mon, Feb 10
  • Mon, Feb 24
  • Mon, Mar 9
  • Mon, Mar 23

A bi-weekly writers club at Don Mills led by friendly neighbourhood librarian, Scott! Get your creative juices flowing with writing challenges, learn about common grammar mistakes in short fiction writing and get tips on how to generate ideas for ...

Snap Circuits

Location:

Malvern

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Jan 13
  • Mon, Jan 20
  • Mon, Jan 27

Join us after school on Mondays to explore our circuitry equipment! Challenge yourself to build something that lights up, makes a sound, or power up a fan!For ages 8-12.Drop in. No registration required.

Dungeons and Dragons for Beginners!

Location:

Fort York

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 14
  • Tue, Jan 28
  • Tue, Feb 11
  • Tue, Feb 25
  • Tue, Mar 10
  • Tue, Mar 24

Swords! Sorcery! Adventure! Monsters! Treasure! Welcome to the world of Dungeons N Dragons! Starting with the D&D Starter Kit, your Dungeon Master will take you on a journey of imagination, heroism, danger and peril in August! Grab your advent...

After School Games Club

Location:

Amesbury Park

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 14
  • Tue, Jan 21
  • Tue, Jan 28
  • Tue, Feb 4
  • Tue, Feb 11
  • Tue, Feb 18

Children are invited to join us for an hour of Board Game fun or get creative and design your own LEGO piece or build a tower using KEVA Planks.For ages 3-12.Drop in. No registration required.

Introduction to 3D Printing

Location:

Mimico Centennial

Event Time:

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 14

Staff members show participants how to use the 3D printers available at Toronto Public Library Digital Innovation Hubs. Class instruction includes:* How to prepare a 3D design file for print* How to use the equipment properly and safely* A review ...

East End Storytellers

Location:

Morningside

Event Time:

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Jan 15
  • Wed, Feb 19
  • Wed, Mar 18

Storytelling is not just for children - adults can share and enjoy stories too! This group is open to storytellers of all levels including those just learning to share and tell stories. Story-listeners are also welcome. Share your love of stories ...

Snap Circuits

Location:

Danforth/Coxwell

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Jan 15
  • Wed, Feb 5

Play with electricity and circuitry during this hands-on program! Turn on a light, spin a motor, activate a speaker and choose from hundreds of different projects. Or try making your own circuits!For ages 6 and up. Drop in, no registration required.

Snap Circuits Club

Location:

Fort York

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Jan 15

Join us on the first Wednesday of every month to play with circuitry in this hands-on program. Turn on a light, spin a motor, activate a speaker or choose from hundreds of other different projects.For ages 6 and up.Drop in. No registration required.

Celebrate Literacy Month with Barbara Reid: Stories and Clay

Location:

Armour Heights

Event Time:

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Jan 15

Join award winning author and illustrator Barbara Reid for a presentation about her unique artwork, followed by a hands-on workshop where kids can create their own plasticine stories and artwork. Supplies will be provided.For children ages 6 and u...

Virtual Reality with HTC Vive

Location:

Mimico Centennial

Event Time:

11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 16
  • Thu, Jan 23

Come in and try out Virtual Reality using HTC Vive. Ride a rollercoaster without moving a step or release your inner ninja and slice some things with light-sabres virtually.Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult.If you have a...

Frozen 2 Puppet Show

Location:

Malvern

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 16
  • Thu, Jan 23
  • Thu, Jan 30
  • Thu, Feb 6
  • Thu, Feb 13
  • Thu, Feb 27

If you enjoy acting, singing, and creating, look no further! Join us for our 10 week "Frozen 2" puppetry program. This program includes creating puppets, writing scripts, creating props and scenery. All of your hard work will pay off with a displa...

After School LEGO and Board Games

Location:

Hillcrest

Event Time:

3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 16
  • Thu, Jan 23
  • Thu, Jan 30

Come build, create and explore with LEGO or play a variety of board games. Join us for some fun times after school.For ages 6-12.Drop in. No registration required.

After School Club: Pop-Up Learning Lab

Location:

Don Mills

Event Time:

3:45 pm - 4:45 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 16
  • Thu, Jan 23
  • Thu, Jan 30

Thursdays are the new day for After School Club at Don Mills!Looking for something to do after school? Drop by the library for weekly activities and meet new friends! Ages 6-12January 16 - Snap Circuits: Play with electricity and circuitry during ...

Digital Drawing: An Intro to Graphics Tablets! (Ages 9-12)

Location:

Highland Creek

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 16

In this hands-on workshop we will experiment with Wacom Intuous graphics tablet and learn about different digital image formats! Ages 9+

Galaxy in a Jar

Location:

Deer Park

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 17

Join us for an afternoon of crafts on your P.A. Day and create your own galaxy in a jar. Program Room 204 - Registration is required. Register at the branch or by calling 416-393-7657. This program is for children ages 7-12 and their caregivers.

Intro to 3D Printing & Design for Kids

Location:

Don Mills

Event Time:

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 17

Learn how 3D printers work and how you can print at the Toronto Public Library?s Digital Innovation Hubs. This class includes hands-on instruction with Cura, the software used to prepare your 3D object file for printing on an Ultimaker 2+ printer....

Chinese New Year Craft

Location:

Woodside Square

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 17

Make a craft to celebrate Chinese New Year.For ages 6-12.Registration begins Tuesday, December 17. Space is limited. Register in person in the branch or by calling 416-396-8979.

P.A. Day Movie: Toy Story 4

Location:

Runnymede

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:45 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 17

Spend your P.A. Day at the library and join us to watch Toy Story 4 with the whole family. Rated G. Run time: 100 minutes.When a new toy called "Forky" joins Woody and the gang, a road trip alongside old and new friends reveals how big the world c...

P.A. Day Movie: Toy Story 4

Location:

Parliament Street

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 17

This P.A. Day grab some popcorn and join Woody, Buzz and the gang on a wild road-trip quest filled with unexpected new characters - and one long-lost friend!

Pokémon Club at York Woods Pop-Up

Location:

York Woods

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 17

Join us as we explore and hunt for Pokémon at the York Woods Pop-Up Library! Whether you're a new or experienced Pokémon Trainer, everyone is welcome! Show off your Pokémon knowledge and participate in our exciting scavenger hunt for free cards! M...

Super Science

Location:

Malvern

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 17

A high energy Science show with amazing experiments including dry ice demonstrations, bubbling potions, chemical reactions, hair raising demonstrations, air pressure experiments and much more. Guaranteed to thrill with spectacular, hands-on scienc...

Creating Video Games in Scratch for Kids!

Location:

Northern District

Event Time:

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 17

Learn how to create a classic multiplayer video game with easy to use drag and drop Scratch Coding. Ages 9+Registration is required and will open two weeks prior to the date of the event at 9 am. You can order free tickets by clicking on the link ...

P.A. Day STEM: Play with Sphero! (Ages 8+)

Location:

Riverdale

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 17

Come in for a fun tech surprise as we explore block coding and robotics with Sphero SPRK+.For ages 8 and up.Space is limited. Registration is required in branch or by calling 416-393-7720.

P.A. Day Movies

Location:

Mount Pleasant

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 17
  • Fri, Feb 14

Join us on TDSB P.A. Days for popcorn and a movie!Friday, November 15, 2019 - Aladdin RATED PGFriday, December 6, 2019 - TBDFriday, January 17, 2020 - TBDFriday, February 14, 2020 - TBDFriday, June 5, 2020 - TBD

P.A. Day Builders: LEGO, KEVA and Feltro

Location:

Port Union

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 17

Use your imagination to create and build amazing structures with LEGO blocks, wooden KEVA Planks and magnetic Feltro tiles.Drop in. No registration required.Limit of 20 children between the ages of 6-12 years.

Construction Fridays

Location:

Queen/Saulter

Event Time:

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 17
  • Fri, Feb 14

Create, build and use your imagination with KEVA planks, Feltro, and LEGO on each P.A. Day Friday. Materials will be provided.Drop in. No registration required.

Snap Circuits for Kids! (Ages 8+)

Location:

Highland Creek

Event Time:

10:30 am - 11:30 am

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 17

Play with electricty and circuitry during this hands-on program!Turn on a light, spin a motor, activate a speaker and choose from hundreds of different projects. Or try making your own circuits!For ages 8 and up.

P.A. Day Movie

Location:

Morningside

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 17

Join us for a fun filled P.A. Day Movie.Drop in. No registration required.

Fruit Ninja Virtual Reality

Location:

Malvern

Event Time:

12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 17

Interested in Virtual Reality? Curious about how it works? Come learn about it and experience it for yourself!For ages 8-12.Drop in. No registration required.

P.A. Day Movie: UglyDolls

Location:

Leaside

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 17

Spend your P.A. Day at the library and join us to watch UglyDolls. Rated G. Run time: 87 minutes.Drop in. No registration required.

Robotics for Kids!

Location:

Northern District

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 17

Prepare for the future! In this workshop we will complete challenges by programming robots with easy-to-learn, block-based computer programming languages. Then, the robots will take over the world! Ages 9+Registration is required and will open two...

Celebrate the Year of the Rat with Crafts

Location:

Bayview

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 17

Kids learn to make fun Chinese New Year crafts in celebration of the Chinese New Year!Recommended for 4-10 years old.Registration required. Registration begins Tuesday, December 10, 2019. Call 416-395-5460 for more information.

P.A. Day: Game On!

Location:

Dawes Road

Event Time:

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 17

Come on out to the library on your P.A. Day for video gaming, board games, or cards! Children ages 6 and up are invited to drop in and have some fun!Drop in. No registration required.

Swallowing Clouds P.A. Day Program

Location:

Palmerston

Event Time:

10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 17

Join professional artists in a fun and exciting community-based arts program. Together, we'll use improvisation, music, storytelling, arts & crafts, and movement to create our own work of dance theatre.We focus on building confidence, developi...

Creating Interactive Fiction with Twine

Location:

Humberwood

Event Time:

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 17

Interactive fiction is like a videogame version of the familiar choose-your-own-adventure books.In this hands-on workshop, we'll browse examples of interactive fiction based video games and touch on the basics of storytelling. Then, we'll create o...

MaKey MaKey for Kids! (Ages 10+)

Location:

Highland Creek

Event Time:

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 17

Have you ever wanted to make your own arcade? MaKey MaKey is an invention kit for the 21st century. Turn everyday objects, like bananas and coins, into touchpads. Then combine them with the internet!MaKey MaKey's are a great way for children to le...

P.A. Day: Family Movie

Location:

Thorncliffe

Event Time:

12:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 17
  • Fri, Feb 14

A free afternoon movie for everyone to enjoy. All ages. Drop-in. No registration required. For more information, call 416-396-3865.

P.A. Day Fun with Virtual Reality and Robotics!

Location:

Albion

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 17

Join us every P.A. Day this year in the Digital Innovation Hub for hands-on fun and learning with Virtual Reality games and much more!December 6: Virtual Reality FundayJanuary 17: Tech Petting Zoo Drop-in, however space is limited. Call 416-394-51...

P.A. Day: Cardboard Construction with MakeDo!

Location:

Morningside

Event Time:

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 17

Join us on your P.A. Day for an afternoon of creating and building with MakeDo. MakeDo is a cardboard construction system that lets you build and create with kid-friendly tools! Bring your imagination as we build, design and create objects from re...

New Toronto 25th Anniversary

Location:

New Toronto

Event Time:

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 18

Join us for a celebratory event as we celebrate New Toronto's 25 years of service to the community, and to open the Time Capsule which was buried in 1994 underneath the Steam Whistle Train Bell.Looking forward to the next 25 years, New Toronto wil...

Introduction to 3D Printing

Location:

North York Central Library

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 18

Learn how 3D printers work and how you can print at the Toronto Public Library's Digital Innovation Hubs. This class includes hands-on instruction with Cura, the software used to prepare your 3D object file for printing on an Ultimaker 2+ printer....

Chinese New Year Cake Food Demonstration

Location:

Thorncliffe

Event Time:

11:00 am - 11:00 am

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 18

Join us for as we celebrate Asian Chinese New Year with learning to make this simple Asian dessert at Thorncliffe Branch.Food will be present. Call 416-396-3865 in advance if you have any food allergies so we can answer any questions.

Digital Art for Kids

Location:

Don Mills

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 18

Drawing tablets are an incredible technology that makes it easy to transfer your love of art and drawing to a computer. In this class we will work with Wacoms, one example of such tablets, to create art right on our computers. Ages 8-12.Space is l...

Book Bingo

Location:

Amesbury Park

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 18

Join us for the classic game of Bingo with a Family Literacy Month twist. The Bingo cards have book cover art instead of numbers, showcasing family favourites and recommended reads from the Family Literacy Month 2020 Booklist. Families will have f...

Sphero Robotics: Challenge and Play! (Ages 10+)

Location:

Highland Creek

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 21

In this workshop we will complete challenges by programming robots with easy-to-learn, block-based computer programming languages. Ages 10+

Dash Robot Challenge (Ages 7+)

Location:

Mimico Centennial

Event Time:

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 21

Enjoy some fun robotic challenges with Dash robots controlled with iPads. Race and play soccer with the robots in fun team based games.If the child is under the age of 14 they must be accompanied by an adult.This is a drop-in program.

Interactive Fiction with Twine (12+)

Location:

Highland Creek

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 23

Interactive fiction is like a videogame version of the familiar choose-your-own-adventure books. In this hands-on workshop, we'll browse examples of interactive fiction and touch on the basics of storytelling. Then, we'll create our own story usin...

Digital painting with Wacom tablets

Location:

Mimico Centennial

Event Time:

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 24

Wacom Intuos is a graphics tablet featuring fresh and vibrant designs, learn Digital drawing, painting and photo editing Whatever you love to create, Wacom Intuos has everything you need to make it happen. Children under the age of 14 must be acco...

Code Art: Programming in Processing for Kids (10+)

Location:

Highland Creek

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 24

In this workshop for Kids 10+, we will make a happy face application using p5.js!Ages 10+

Robotics for Parents and Kids!

Location:

Northern District

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 25

In this workshop parents and kids will team up to build and program a robot to complete challenges using the Little Bits Droid Kit. Ages 8+ Registration is required and will open 2 weeks prior the event date at 9 am. Please note that your ticket i...

Writing for Kids with Gordon Korman

Location:

Toronto Reference Library

Event Time:

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 25

Celebrate Family Literacy Month at TPL with author Gordon Korman! Gordon is the author of more than ninety books for kids and teens, most recently "Notorious" and "Level 13: A Slacker Novel."Gordon will talk about how he literally grew up writing ...

Inorganic Market - Electronic Waste Collection

Location:

Annette Street

Event Time:

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 25

Bring your old TVs, computers, phones and other unused electronics for safe disposal. For more information visit inorganicmarket.ca or Facebook event page @inorganicmarket. A free community event provided by ADL Process Electronics Recycling.

Inorganic Market - Electronic Waste Collection

Location:

Annette Street

Event Time:

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 25

Bring your old TVs, computers, phones and other unused electronics for safe disposal. For more information visit inorganicmarket.ca or Facebook event page @inorganicmarket. A free community event provided by ADL Process Electronics Recycling.

Happy Chinese New Year

Location:

Humber Bay

Event Time:

10:00 am - 11:00 am

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 25

Join us as we celebrate Chinese New Year. 2020 will be the Year of the Rat. Come and make a craft to celebrate the new year!Drop in. No registration required.

TD Shakespeare for Kids Library Drama Club

Location:

Jane/Sheppard

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 25
  • Sat, Feb 1
  • Sat, Feb 8
  • Sat, Feb 15
  • Sat, Feb 22
  • Sat, Feb 29

Explore the world of magic, witches, ghosts, silly mix ups, and swordplay & play drama games, read aloud, and act out scenes! Instruction by professional actors and educators from Shakespeare in Action Theatre Company. Ages 7-12, registration ...

Family Literacy Day Puppet Show

Location:

Morningside

Event Time:

10:30 am - 11:30 am

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 25

Oh no! The Sheriff has stolen the money! The best way to get it back? A dancing contest, of course! Applefun Puppetry presents a hilarious retelling of the Robin Hood legend for Family Literacy Month.After the show, everyone learns how to make a p...

TD Shakespeare for Kids Library Drama Club

Location:

Mount Dennis

Event Time:

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 25
  • Sat, Feb 1
  • Sat, Feb 8
  • Sat, Feb 15
  • Sat, Feb 22
  • Sat, Feb 29

Explore the world of magic, witches, ghosts, silly mix ups, and swordplay & play drama games, read aloud, and act out scenes! Instruction by professional actors and educators from Shakespeare in Action Theatre Company.Registration begins Decem...

Tenth Annual Family Bingo Marathon

Location:

Port Union

Event Time:

1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 25

This fun-filled event is in celebration of Family Literacy Month. Bring the whole family to play bingo and enjoy time together at the library. There will be book prizes to win!

Family Literacy Month Spelling Bee

Location:

Thorncliffe

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 25

Join us as we celebrate Family Literacy Month with a spelling bee.For more information, call 416-396-3865.

Leading to Reading

Location:

Dufferin/St. Clair

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Jan 27

Leading to Reading is a free program for children Grades 1-6 in need of extra support in reading and writing. Children are matched with a volunteer, who will work with them one-on-one for one hour every week. Children must fill out an application ...

Coding for Kids with Scratch! (Ages 10+)

Location:

Highland Creek

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 28

Scratch is a free programming language to make games, movies and animations!Learn about the Scratch programming language and editor in this fun, informative workshop for both kids and parents!

StreetKnit Project

Location:

Annette Street

Event Time:

6:30 pm - 8:15 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 28
  • Tue, Feb 25
  • Tue, Mar 31

Join others who like to knit or crochet projects for donation to a variety of charities. Supplies (yarn and needles) are supplied. The last Tuesday of every month.

Tweens & Teens: Get Crafty!

Location:

Dawes Road

Event Time:

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 28

Join us for part two of a two-part series on scarf making! Tweens and Teens ages 10-17 are welcome. Please call 416-396-3820 to register. We will accept drop-ins up to 20 participants.

SnapCircuits for Kids (Ages 7+)

Location:

Mimico Centennial

Event Time:

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 28

Play with electricity and circuitry during this hands-on program!Turn on a light, spin a motor, activate a speaker and choose from hundreds of different projects. Or try making your own circuits!Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by ...

TD Shakespeare for Kids Library Drama Club

Location:

Steeles

Event Time:

3:45 pm - 5:45 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Jan 29
  • Wed, Feb 5
  • Wed, Feb 12
  • Wed, Feb 19
  • Wed, Feb 26
  • Wed, Mar 4

Explore the world of magic, witches, ghosts, silly mix ups, and swordplay & play drama games, read aloud, and act out scenes! Instruction by professional actors and educators from Shakespeare in Action Theatre Company.For ages 7-12.Space is li...

Digital Sculpting For Kids with Blender (10+)

Location:

Highland Creek

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 30

Blender is the free and open source 3D creation suite. It supports the entirety of the 3D pipeline?modeling, rigging, animation, simulation, rendering, compositing and motion tracking, video editing and 2D animation pipeline.In this workshop, we'l...

Code Art for Kids: An Intro to Programming Music with SonicPi (9+)

Location:

Highland Creek

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 31

In this introductory workshop, we'll use Sonic Pi to make music!Sonic Pi is a live coding environment based on the Ruby programming language. Ages 9+

After School Club

Location:

Mount Dennis

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 31
  • Fri, Feb 28
  • Fri, Mar 27

Looking for something to do after school? Come out to the library and learn new things, check out new books, make stuff, meet other kids and have fun! Take part in a new activity each month including LEGO challenges, arts & crafts, STEM activi...

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