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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...

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.

Knit and Crochet

Location:

Malvern

Event Time:

6:30 pm - 7:45 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 7
  • Fri, Feb 21
  • Fri, Mar 6
  • Fri, Apr 3
  • Fri, Apr 17
  • Fri, May 1

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.

Paws 4 Reading with Percy the Dog

Location:

St. Clair/Silverthorn

Event Time:

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Feb 1
  • Sat, Feb 15
  • Sat, Feb 29

Come and visit with Percy the therapy dog and show him a book or two.

Chess and Scrabble Meetup

Location:

Runnymede

Event Time:

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Event Dates:

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

Join us for friendly games of strategy! Which is harder to master chess or scrabble? You decide. Upstairs program room. Weekly meetup.

Leading to Reading

Location:

Jane/Dundas

Event Time:

9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Event Dates:

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

Leading to Reading is a free program for children in 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 ...

Leading to Reading

Location:

Eatonville

Event Time:

All Day

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 25
  • Sat, Feb 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 Saturday mornings. Registration req...

Family Time

Location:

Fairview

Event Time:

11:00 am - 11:30 am

Event Dates:

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

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...

Saturday Make It and Take It

Location:

Alderwood

Event Time:

9:00 am - 4:30 pm

Event Dates:

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

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

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

Location:

Lillian H. Smith

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 18 - 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...

Family Bingo!

Location:

Flemingdon Park

Event Time:

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Feb 1

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

Family Time

Location:

Eglinton Square

Event Time:

11:00 am - 11:30 am

Event Dates:

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

Stories, songs, rhymes and activities for children age 5 and under with their parents and caregivers. No registration required.

The Art of Storybook Illustration

Location:

Evelyn Gregory

Event Time:

1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 25
  • Sat, Feb 1
  • Sat, Feb 8

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...

Leading to Reading

Location:

Northern District

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

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. Registration is required. Applications...

LEAP Saturday Program

Location:

Woodview Park

Event Time:

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

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

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...

Leading to Reading

Location:

Woodview Park

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

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 ...

LEGO to the Library

Location:

Dawes Road

Event Time:

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

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

Freestyle LEGO building time for children of all ages.Drop in. No registration required.

Mini Makers

Location:

S. Walter Stewart

Event Time:

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sun, Jan 26
  • Sun, Feb 9
  • Sun, Feb 16
  • Sun, Feb 23
  • Sun, Mar 1
  • Sun, Mar 8

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. A...

Mini Makers

Location:

Northern District

Event Time:

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sun, Jan 26
  • Sun, Feb 9
  • Sun, Feb 16
  • Sun, Feb 23
  • Sun, Mar 1
  • Sun, Mar 8

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:

Bloor/Gladstone

Event Time:

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sun, Jan 26
  • Sun, Feb 9
  • Sun, Feb 16
  • Sun, Feb 23
  • Sun, Mar 1
  • Sun, Mar 8

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:

Agincourt

Event Time:

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sun, Jan 26
  • Sun, Feb 9
  • Sun, Feb 16
  • Sun, Feb 23
  • Sun, Mar 1
  • Sun, Mar 8

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...

LEGO Club

Location:

Palmerston

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Jan 27
  • Mon, Feb 3
  • Mon, Feb 10
  • Mon, Feb 24

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

After School Club: Make It and Take It!

Location:

Northern District

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Jan 27
  • Mon, Feb 3
  • Mon, Feb 10
  • Mon, Feb 24
  • Mon, Mar 2
  • Mon, Mar 9

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

After School Club

Location:

S. Walter Stewart

Event Time:

3:45 pm - 4:45 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Jan 27
  • Mon, Feb 3
  • Mon, Feb 10
  • Mon, Feb 24
  • Mon, Mar 2
  • Mon, Mar 9

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 ages 6-12.Drop in. No registration required, ...

LEGO Club

Location:

Fort York

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Jan 27
  • Mon, Feb 3
  • Mon, Feb 10
  • Mon, Feb 17
  • Mon, Feb 24
  • Mon, Mar 2

Build using our LEGO, K'Nex, or straws & connectors! For children. Drop in. No registration required.*** No Lego program on Monday February 17, 2020****

Leading to Reading

Location:

Gerrard/Ashdale

Event Time:

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Jan 27
  • Mon, Feb 3
  • Mon, Feb 10
  • Mon, Feb 17
  • Mon, Feb 24
  • Mon, Mar 2

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 ...

Leading to Reading Mondays

Location:

Oakwood Village Library and Arts Centre

Event Time:

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Jan 27
  • Mon, Feb 3
  • Mon, Feb 10
  • Mon, Feb 17
  • Mon, Feb 24
  • Mon, Mar 2

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. This program requires an application for registration. A...

Bridlewood Homework Program

Location:

Bridlewood

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Jan 27
  • Mon, Feb 3
  • Mon, Feb 10
  • Mon, Feb 24
  • Mon, Mar 2
  • Mon, Mar 9

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:

Forest Hill

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Jan 27
  • Mon, Feb 3
  • Mon, Feb 10
  • Mon, Feb 24
  • Mon, Mar 2
  • Mon, Mar 9

Looking for something to do after school? Come out to the library every Monday and learn new things, make stuff, meet other kids and have fun! Take part in LEGO challenges, arts & crafts, and much more.For ages 6-12.Drop in. No registration re...

Leading to Reading

Location:

Morningside

Event Time:

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Jan 27
  • Mon, Feb 3
  • Mon, Feb 10
  • Mon, Feb 17
  • Mon, Feb 24
  • Mon, Mar 2

Leading to Reading is a free literacy 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 1 hour every week on Monday evenings. This program...

After School Club - Builder's Club!

Location:

College/Shaw

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Jan 27
  • Mon, Feb 3
  • Mon, Feb 10
  • Mon, Feb 24
  • Mon, Mar 2
  • Mon, Mar 9

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.

After School Club

Location:

Albion

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 4:55 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Jan 27
  • Mon, Feb 3
  • Mon, Feb 10
  • Mon, Feb 24
  • Mon, Mar 2
  • Mon, Mar 9

Looking for something to do after school? Come out to our After School Club and learn new things, make stuff, meet other kids and have fun! For ages 6-12 years. Drop in. Space is limited. Call the Albion branch for more information at 416-394-5170.

After School Fun

Location:

Humber Summit

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 23
  • Tue, Jan 28
  • Thu, Jan 30
  • Tue, Feb 4
  • Thu, Feb 6
  • Tue, Feb 11

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

After School Club

Location:

Pape/Danforth

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 28
  • Tue, Feb 4
  • Tue, Feb 11
  • Tue, Feb 18
  • Tue, Feb 25
  • Tue, Mar 3

Join us for fun activities after school every Tuesday! For ages 6-12. Drop in. No registration required, unless noted otherwise.January 7, 14, 21, 28 and February 4: Make it and Take it! Maker ProjectsFebruary 11, 18, 25 and March 3: Film Critics ...

LEGO Challenge

Location:

McGregor Park

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 28
  • Tue, Feb 4
  • Tue, Feb 11

Are you a team player? Enjoy a good challenge? Like to play with LEGO? Then LEGO Challenge is for you!Drop in. No registration required.

Leading to Reading

Location:

Mimico Centennial

Event Time:

4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 28
  • Tue, Feb 4
  • Tue, Feb 11
  • Tue, Feb 18
  • Tue, Feb 25
  • Tue, Mar 3

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...

After School Club Senior Explorers

Location:

North York Central Library

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 28
  • Tue, Feb 4
  • Tue, Feb 11
  • Tue, Feb 18
  • Tue, Feb 25
  • Tue, Mar 3

Oh no! Some fairy tales are in trouble! The three goats don't have a bridge to cross a river; Humpty Dumpty doesn't have a wall to sit on anymore and someone seemed to have chopped down the beanstalk before Jack made it down! We need engineers to ...

After School Games Club

Location:

Amesbury Park

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 28
  • Tue, Feb 4
  • Tue, Feb 11
  • Tue, Feb 18
  • Tue, Feb 25
  • Tue, Mar 3

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.

Leading to Reading

Location:

Bloor/Gladstone

Event Time:

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 28
  • Tue, Feb 4
  • Tue, Feb 11
  • Tue, Feb 18
  • Tue, Feb 25
  • Tue, Mar 3

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 Tuesday during the summer and the s...

Tuesday Video Games

Location:

Black Creek

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 28
  • Tue, Feb 4
  • Tue, Feb 11
  • Tue, Feb 18
  • Tue, Feb 25
  • Tue, Mar 3

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

After School Maker's - LEGO and KEVA

Location:

Alderwood

Event Time:

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 28
  • Tue, Feb 4
  • Tue, Feb 11
  • Tue, Feb 18
  • Tue, Feb 25

Bring your imagination and create!For ages 6 and up.Drop in. No registration required.

Leading to Reading

Location:

St. James Town

Event Time:

4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 23
  • Tue, Jan 28
  • Thu, Jan 30
  • Tue, Feb 4
  • Thu, Feb 6
  • Tue, Feb 11

Students in grades 1 to 6 requiring help with reading, homework, and study skills receive individualized help for one hour per week - Tuesdays or Thursdays.Registration required.

Feltro and LEGO for Kids

Location:

Dufferin/St. Clair

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 28
  • Tue, Feb 4
  • Tue, Feb 11
  • Tue, Feb 18
  • Tue, Feb 25
  • Tue, Mar 3

Join us for fun and creative LEGO and Feltro activities.For ages 6-12.Drop in. No registration required.

Robotics Club

Location:

Parliament Street

Event Time:

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Feb 18
  • Tue, Mar 17
  • Tue, Apr 21

Come in and try out fun tech games using Spheros, Dash and Dot, Snap Circuits and more! Activities will vary monthly. Registration not required. Drop in welcome. Ages 6-12.

Tween After School Video Gaming

Location:

Woodview Park

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 28
  • Tue, Feb 4
  • Tue, Feb 11
  • Tue, Feb 18
  • Tue, Feb 25
  • Tue, Mar 3

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...

Drop-In Gaming

Location:

Weston

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 28
  • Tue, Feb 4
  • Tue, Feb 11
  • Tue, Feb 18
  • Tue, Feb 25
  • Tue, Mar 3

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.***

After School Club!

Location:

Flemingdon Park

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 28
  • Tue, Feb 4

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.

Tuesday Movies

Location:

Northern Elms

Event Time:

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 28
  • Tue, Feb 4
  • Tue, Feb 11
  • Tue, Feb 18
  • Tue, Feb 25
  • Tue, Mar 3

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

Citizenship Test Preparation Class

Location:

Malvern

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Event Dates:

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

Need help preparing and studying for the Canadian Citizenship Test? Complete the free citizenship test preparation program in 5 classes at Malvern District Branch. This program is run in partnership with Agincourt Community Service Association. Pl...

Tuesday Builders: LEGO and KEVA

Location:

Oakwood Village Library and Arts Centre

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 28
  • Tue, Feb 4
  • Tue, Feb 11
  • Tue, Feb 18
  • Tue, Feb 25
  • Tue, Mar 3

Use your imagination to create and build amazing structures with LEGO blocks and wooden KEVA Planks.This program will be held on the Main floor.Winter-Spring 2020 session runs from January 14 to June 23 (NO SESSION DURING MARCH BREAK).Drop in. No ...

LEGO Club

Location:

Long Branch

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 28
  • Tue, Feb 4
  • Tue, Feb 11
  • Tue, Feb 18
  • Tue, Feb 25
  • Tue, Mar 3

Let your imagination go wild, come and create with LEGO!For ages 6-12.Drop in. No registration required.

Leading to Reading

Location:

Albion

Event Time:

1:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Jan 28
  • Tue, Feb 4
  • Tue, Feb 11
  • Tue, Feb 18
  • Tue, Feb 25
  • Tue, Mar 3

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 Tuesday evenings and Saturdays. This...

LEGO Club

Location:

Danforth/Coxwell

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Feb 19
  • Wed, Mar 11
  • Wed, Apr 8
  • Wed, Apr 29

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

Eatonville After School Club

Location:

Eatonville

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

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

Looking for something to do after school? Join the Eatonville After School Club! Build with LEGO, make stuff, play games, do crafts, talk about books and more!For ages 6-12.Drop in. No registration required. (Note: no session on March 18.)

After School Club

Location:

Evelyn Gregory

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

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

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...

After School Club: Board Games

Location:

Richview

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

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

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

Creative Club

Location:

Elmbrook Park

Event Time:

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Event Dates:

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

Join us for an hour of fun, creative activities and games.

STEAM Rollers

Location:

Lillian H. Smith

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

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

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...

After School STEAM Club

Location:

Highland Creek

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

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

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!

Family Colouring Club

Location:

Alderwood

Event Time:

3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Event Dates:

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

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

Afterschool Games

Location:

Goldhawk Park

Event Time:

3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

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

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

Crafternoon

Location:

Thorncliffe

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Event Dates:

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

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

LEAP After School Program

Location:

Woodview Park

Event Time:

3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 24
  • Wed, Jan 29
  • Fri, Jan 31
  • Wed, Feb 5
  • Fri, Feb 7
  • Wed, Feb 12

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....

Paws 4 Stories

Location:

Runnymede

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

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

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...

Leading to Reading

Location:

Northern District

Event Time:

4:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Event Dates:

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

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. Registration required. Applications ar...

After School Program

Location:

Palmerston

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 23
  • Thu, Jan 30
  • Thu, Feb 6
  • Thu, Feb 13
  • Thu, Feb 20
  • Thu, Feb 27

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.

LEGO Club

Location:

New Toronto

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 23
  • Thu, Jan 30
  • Thu, Feb 6
  • Thu, Feb 13
  • Thu, Feb 20
  • Thu, Feb 27

Create something of your own imagination!

Chess and Scrabble Meetup

Location:

Runnymede

Event Time:

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 23
  • Thu, Jan 30
  • Thu, Feb 6
  • Thu, Feb 13
  • Thu, Feb 20
  • Thu, Feb 27

Join us for friendly games of strategy! Which is harder to master chess or scrabble? You decide. Upstairs program room. Weekly meetup.

After School: Thinking Thursdays

Location:

Woodview Park

Event Time:

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 23
  • Thu, Jan 30
  • Thu, Feb 6
  • Thu, Feb 13
  • Thu, Feb 20
  • Thu, Feb 27

Join Woodview Park library every Thursdays after school from 3:30 to 4:30 pm, for Thinking Thursdays; that includes STEM challenges, Lego challenges, Board games, Arts and Crafts, Robotics and Circuits. Every week is another challenge or adventur...

Board Game Cafe

Location:

Alderwood

Event Time:

3:30 pm - 6:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 23
  • Thu, Jan 30
  • Thu, Feb 6
  • Thu, Feb 13
  • Thu, Feb 20
  • Thu, Feb 27

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

After School Club

Location:

Main Street

Event Time:

3:45 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 23
  • Thu, Jan 30
  • Thu, Feb 6
  • Thu, Feb 13
  • Thu, Feb 20
  • Thu, Feb 27

Looking for something to do after school? Come out to our After School Club and learn new things, make stuff, meet other kids and have fun! For ages 6-12. Drop in. No registration required. Call 416-393-7700 for more information.

French Homework Help

Location:

Brentwood

Event Time:

3:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 23
  • Thu, Jan 30
  • Thu, Feb 6
  • Thu, Feb 13
  • Thu, Feb 27
  • Thu, Mar 5

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...

Frozen 2 Puppet Show

Location:

Malvern

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 23
  • Thu, Jan 30
  • Thu, Feb 6
  • Thu, Feb 13
  • Thu, Feb 27
  • Thu, Mar 5

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...

Leading to Reading

Location:

New Toronto

Event Time:

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 23
  • Thu, Jan 30
  • Thu, Feb 6
  • Thu, Feb 13
  • Thu, Feb 20
  • Thu, Feb 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 Thursday. Applications can only be o...

After School Club Junior Explorers

Location:

North York Central Library

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 23
  • Thu, Jan 30
  • Thu, Feb 6
  • Thu, Feb 13
  • Thu, Feb 20
  • Thu, Feb 27

Come join us for some fun activities with Junior Explorers. For kids ages 4-7. Parents must be in the room with the child.Drop in. No registration required. Program held in room 101.Note that on Thursday, January 23, 2020, the program will be held...

After School Club

Location:

Barbara Frum

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 23
  • Thu, Jan 30
  • Thu, Feb 6
  • Thu, Feb 13
  • Thu, Feb 27
  • Thu, Mar 5

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

STEAM for Kids

Location:

Scarborough Civic Centre

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 23
  • Thu, Jan 30
  • Thu, Feb 6
  • Thu, Feb 13
  • Thu, Feb 20
  • Thu, Feb 27

Thursdays are the new day for our formerly named After School Club.Looking for something to do after school? Drop by at the library and participate in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics)-based experiments using everyday h...

Leading to Reading

Location:

Pape/Danforth

Event Time:

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 23
  • Thu, Jan 30
  • Thu, Feb 6
  • Thu, Feb 13
  • Thu, Feb 20
  • Thu, Feb 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 Thursday evenings. This program requ...

LEGO Club

Location:

Parliament Street

Event Time:

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 23
  • Thu, Jan 30
  • Thu, Feb 6
  • Thu, Feb 13
  • Thu, Feb 20
  • Thu, Feb 27

Get creative after school! Join our LEGO Club and make your own structures!For children and their families.Drop in. No registration required.

Family Time

Location:

Palmerston

Event Time:

10:30 am - 11:15 am

Event Dates:

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

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:

St. James Town

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 24
  • Fri, Jan 31
  • Fri, Feb 7
  • Fri, Feb 14
  • Fri, Feb 21

Join us after school for games and special activities! Take part in STEM focused activities, the LEGO challenges, arts and crafts, robotics & circuitry, and much more.For ages 6-12.Drop in. No registration required.

After School Club

Location:

Parkdale

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 24
  • Fri, Jan 31
  • Fri, Feb 7
  • Fri, Feb 14
  • Fri, Feb 21
  • Fri, Feb 28

Join us for a different STEAM activity each Friday*. Design and build structures, create art, do cool science experiments, and much, much more!*Please note: After School Club does not run on P.D. days (this includes February 14, March 20, April 10...

Knitting and Crochet Circle @ the Library

Location:

New Toronto

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 24
  • Fri, Jan 31
  • Fri, Feb 14
  • Fri, Feb 21
  • Fri, Feb 28
  • Fri, Mar 13

To Knit or Crotchet, that is the question one might ask. Come and Enjoy a relaxing afternoon, meet new people, and relax thoroughly. Open to all levels of skill. Feel free to Bring a project you would like to work on! Series of sessions will end M...

After School Club

Location:

Bridlewood

Event Time:

3:45 pm - 4:45 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 24
  • Fri, Jan 31
  • Fri, Feb 7
  • Fri, Feb 14
  • Fri, Feb 21
  • Fri, Feb 28

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...

Esso Family Math - Presented by EarlyON Child & Family Centre

Location:

Barbara Frum

Event Time:

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 24
  • Fri, Jan 31
  • Fri, Feb 7
  • Fri, Feb 14
  • Fri, Feb 21

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...

Friday Gaming

Location:

Humberwood

Event Time:

3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 24
  • Fri, Jan 31
  • Fri, Feb 7
  • Fri, Feb 14
  • Fri, Feb 21

Enjoy competing with your friends on the Wii and PS4.

After School Gaming Fridays

Location:

Oakwood Village Library and Arts Centre

Event Time:

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 24
  • Fri, Jan 31
  • Fri, Feb 7
  • Fri, Feb 14
  • Fri, Feb 21
  • Fri, Feb 28

Enjoy competing with your friends on the Wii, Wii U and PS3 and XBOX. For ages 6-12.Drop in. No registration required.Every Friday after school JAN 24 TO May 29, 2020 from 3:30pm to 4:30pm. Except P.A. Days, March Break and Easter Friday.

After School Club

Location:

Burrows Hall

Event Time:

4:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 24
  • Fri, Jan 31
  • Fri, Feb 7
  • Fri, Feb 21
  • Fri, Feb 28
  • Fri, Mar 6

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.

After School - Fun Fridays!

Location:

Black Creek

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 24
  • Fri, Jan 31
  • Fri, Feb 7
  • Fri, Feb 14
  • Fri, Feb 21
  • Fri, Feb 28

Come join us for Fun Fridays.For ages 6-12.Drop in. No registration required.

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...

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 ...

TD Shakespeare for Kids Library Drama Club

Location:

Main Street

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. For ages 7-12.Registrati...

Chess In The Library!

Location:

Long Branch

Event Time:

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Jan 25
  • Sat, Feb 8
  • Sat, Feb 22
  • Sat, Mar 7
  • Sat, Apr 4
  • Sat, Apr 18

Practice strategy, and play a game while meeting other players and improving concentration and logic skills. All ages welcome! Drop In.

Young Writers Club

Location:

Don Mills

Event Time:

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • 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 ...

StreetKnit Project

Location:

Annette Street

Event Time:

6:30 pm - 8:15 pm

Event Dates:

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

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.

Dungeons and Dragons for Beginners!

Location:

Fort York

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Event Dates:

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

*PLEASE NOTE: The Session for TUESDAY JANUARY 28 HAS BEEN CANCELLED.*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 ...

Let's Paint!

Location:

Danforth/Coxwell

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Jan 29
  • Wed, Feb 26
  • Wed, Mar 25
  • Wed, Apr 15

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.

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...

Urban Folk Art

Location:

Mount Pleasant

Event Time:

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 30
  • Thu, Feb 27
  • Thu, Mar 26
  • Thu, Apr 30

Mount Pleasant Library presents: Urban Folk Art Salon, with host Gannon Hamilton, featuring poets, singers and songwriters.

No Sew, T-shirt Tote bags!

Location:

Flemingdon Park

Event Time:

4:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Jan 30
  • Thu, Feb 27

Learn to make a tote bag out of an old T-shirt, no sewing required!No registration required.

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
  • Fri, Apr 24

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...

Parent/Child Book Club

Location:

Bloor/Gladstone

Event Time:

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Jan 31
  • Fri, Feb 28
  • Fri, Mar 27
  • Fri, Apr 24

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...

Malvern Family Book Club: "The Penderwicks : a summer tale of four sisters..."

Location:

Malvern

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Feb 1

Love to read and want to share your thoughts about books with other avid readers? Come and join our family book club! We will have a new title every month. You pick up a book from the library or order it on your own, read it at home with or withou...

Introduction to 3D Printing

Location:

Richview

Event Time:

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Feb 1

Learn how to 3D print at the library using an Ultimaker 3D printer. Discover the vast world of 3D design and see how designs come to life.

Storygami

Location:

Lillian H. Smith

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Feb 1
  • Sat, Mar 7
  • Sat, Apr 4
  • Sat, May 2

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...

Stress Relief Through Meditation

Location:

Evelyn Gregory

Event Time:

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Feb 1
  • Sat, Mar 7
  • Sat, Apr 4
  • Sat, May 2

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.

Write It Workshop

Location:

Humberwood

Event Time:

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Feb 1
  • Sat, Feb 8
  • Sat, Feb 15

Write it Workshops is creative writing program focuses on improving the writing skills of children through fun, interactive activities through which participants are encouraged to find their voice and gain confidence in their choices as a writer.T...

Reading Buddies (45 minutes at 2 pm or 3 pm)

Location:

Steeles

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:45 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Feb 1
  • Sat, Feb 8
  • Sat, Feb 15
  • Sat, Feb 22
  • Sat, Feb 29
  • Sat, Mar 7

Reading Buddies is a literacy program for children to practice their reading skills. Through interactive games and activities, buddies share their enthusiasm for reading in pairs or in group with trained volunteers. Limited Spots. Please regist...

Mini Makers (Winter-Spring 2020)

Location:

Eatonville

Event Time:

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sun, Feb 2
  • Sun, Feb 9
  • Sun, Feb 16
  • Sun, Feb 23
  • Sun, Mar 1
  • Sun, Mar 8

Junior builders aged 4-8 and their families are invited to join us Sundays 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.Note...

Messy Science

Location:

Leaside

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Feb 3
  • Mon, Feb 10
  • Mon, Feb 24

Join us as we whip up some messy concoctions after school on Mondays in February.For ages 6-12.Drop in. No registration required.

Junior Robotics Club

Location:

Fairview

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Feb 3
  • Mon, Feb 10
  • Mon, Feb 24

Each week, come in for a fun tech surprise as we explore coding, circuitry, robotics and more! Will we play Octopus with Sphero SPRK+ robots? Will we make a fan spin with Snap Circuits? Will we make Codeybot dance? Sign up to find out!For ages 6 t...

Family Time

Location:

Steeles

Event Time:

9:15 am - 9:45 am

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Feb 4
  • Tue, Feb 11
  • Tue, Feb 18
  • Tue, Feb 25
  • Tue, Mar 3
  • Tue, Mar 10

Calling families with babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Come enjoy fun stories, songs and rhymes for children with their parents/caregivers. Space is limited. Registration recommended. Please register in branch or call 416-396-8975 or email st...

Girls' STEM Club

Location:

Brentwood

Event Time:

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Feb 4

Are you a girl who is interested in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math? Join our monthly Girls' STEM Club to learn and work together to explore these topics! For girls aged 8-12 years. *Registration begins Sat. January 25th at 9 a.m. in-bra...

iMovie for Beginners

Location:

High Park

Event Time:

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Feb 4

An introduction to using iMovie on the Mac. Basic video editing techniques will be taught like using transitions and titles, adding audio and a soundtrack, cutting and splicing, and mastering the timeline.Children under the age of 14 must be accom...

After School Tech: MaKey MaKey (Ages 8+)

Location:

Riverdale

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Feb 4

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 MaKeys are a great way for children to learn about electronics. Join us and make bongos...

Programming Robots

Location:

High Park

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Feb 4

Take your first steps into the wonderful world of robotics with Dash and Sphero! Learn the basics of programming, upload your code into the robot, and watch it take life!DROP IN

Snap Circuits

Location:

Danforth/Coxwell

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Feb 5
  • Wed, Mar 4
  • Wed, Apr 1
  • Wed, Apr 22

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.

Creating Interactive Fiction with Twine (Ages 10+)

Location:

Maria A. Shchuka

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Feb 5

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...

Children's Graphic Novel Book Club

Location:

Deer Park

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Feb 5
  • Wed, Mar 4
  • Wed, Apr 1
  • Wed, May 6

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...

KEVA Club

Location:

Fort York

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • 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.

After School Club: Science Fun

Location:

Bloor/Gladstone

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Feb 5
  • Wed, Feb 12
  • Wed, Feb 19
  • Wed, Feb 26

We will be conducting science experiments all February long!After School Club meets every Wednesday, 4-5 pm during the school year. Every month we'll have a different theme, such as arts & crafts, games, robotics & circuitry, innovative te...

Making paper flowers!

Location:

Flemingdon Park

Event Time:

4:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Feb 6

Learn to make beautiful paper flowers that last forever!Materials will be provided.No registration required!

Sean Mauricette a.k.a. SUBLIMINAL

Location:

Woodview Park

Event Time:

12:45 pm - 1:45 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Feb 6

Sean Mauricette, a.k.a. SUBLIMINAL, consistently motivates listeners of all ages with his messages of leadership, respect and the importance of education. He has been uplifting students for over a decade and has been entertaining audiences as a be...

After School Club: Robots and Coding

Location:

Don Mills

Event Time:

3:45 pm - 4:45 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Feb 6
  • Thu, Mar 5
  • Thu, Apr 9
  • Thu, May 7

Thursdays are the new day for After School Club at Don Mills!Looking for something to do after school? Drop by the library for interactive activities with our robots, Dash and Dot and Sphero. Ages 6-12.Drop in. No registration required.

Scratch coding(Ages 10+)- design your own video game

Location:

High Park

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Feb 6

Learn how to create simple computer games with easy to use drag and drop Scratch coding.Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult.The registration for this event opens 2 weeks in advance at 9 am.If you have any questions please ...

Club de lecture pour enfants

Location:

Bloor/Gladstone

Event Time:

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 7
  • Fri, Mar 6
  • Fri, Apr 3

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...

3D Printing Demo

Location:

Centennial

Event Time:

All Day

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 7

Stop by and check out our Ultimaker 2 Go 3D printer in action!Drop in.

After School Club: LEGO

Location:

Richview

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 7
  • Fri, Feb 14
  • Fri, Feb 21
  • Fri, Feb 28

Build to your heart's content; your only limitation is your imagination!Drop in. No registration required.

Intro to Robotics & Circuitry

Location:

Fairview

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 7
  • Fri, Feb 14
  • Fri, Feb 21
  • Fri, Feb 28

Each week, come in for a fun tech surprise as we explore coding, circuitry, robotics and more! Will we build LEGO Mindstorms robots? Will we teach Sphero SPRK+ and Dash robots to complete a maze? Will we make a fan spin with Snap Circuits? Sign up...

Live in the Library: Steelpan with Suzette Vidale

Location:

Parkdale

Event Time:

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 7

Innovative steelpan artist-educator Suzette Vidale incorporates her Trinidadian roots and the rich and vibrant cultures of Toronto into her diverse repertoire.

Make Your Own Green Screen Valentine's Day Card

Location:

Albion

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Feb 8

Using our green screen and professional lighting equipment, have your photo taken and use one of our digital backdrops to create your own Valentine?s Day Card. Please note: Do not wear green clothing for the photo.

Kids' STEM Club

Location:

Brentwood

Event Time:

2:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Feb 8

Calling all kids who are interested in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math! Join our monthly Kids' STEM Club to learn and work together to explore these topics! For kids aged 8-12 years. *Registration begins Sat. January 25th at 9 a.m. in-br...

Valentine Cards and Door Decorations

Location:

Bayview

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Feb 8

Have fun creating your own unique multi-textured Valentine cards and/or door decoration to give to your family or friends. There will be a variety of materials and media available, along with heart-shaped stencils to help you complete your Valenti...

Valentine's Day Craft

Location:

Woodside Square

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Feb 8

Come and make a free craft for your loved one this Valentine's Day!For ages 6-12.Registration begins Wednesday, January 8. Register in person in the branch or by calling 416-396-8979. Space is limited.

Black History Month: Mystic Drumz

Location:

Humber Bay

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Feb 8

Travel back in time and learn about some of the very first African instruments on the planet. In this interactive show, children dance across the world to find African and Afro-Cuban percussion instruments and the rhythms that are the bedrock of m...

3D Design Sculptris: Popular Characters

Location:

Fort York

Event Time:

10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Feb 8

Learn to use the free 3D Design software Sculptris to make 3D version of popular characters from cartoons or video games. Todays Theme: Alien Child

Swallowing Clouds Creative Arts Workshop

Location:

Dufferin/St. Clair

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Feb 8
  • Sat, Feb 15
  • Sat, Feb 22
  • Sat, Feb 29

Open to children ages 9-12, this free workshop offers an introduction into the enriching world of art and creativity. Working with professional dancers, musicians and authors, workshop participants will be guided through an inspiring creative jour...

Steelpan Drum Fun for Kids

Location:

Northern District

Event Time:

12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Feb 8

Join in the fun for an interactive steelpan drum workshop with Suzette Vidale for children age 7-12 with their caregivers.

Family Workshop: At Home Alone - 5 Easy Steps to Independence

Location:

Spadina Road

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Feb 8

A fun family workshop to help families prepare their 10 - 14 year old to be home alone safely.This interactive workshop for parents and their 10 - 14 year olds will help them: communicate together, find out if their 10 - 14 year old is ready to be...

Introduction to 3D Printing

Location:

High Park

Event Time:

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Feb 8

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 ...

Swan Lake - Let's Talk About It!

Location:

Don Mills

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Feb 8

Tutus, pointe shoes, cross bows and magic spells all come together in telling the famous story of the ballet, Swan Lake. Join Siegfried and Odette in their battle over the forces of evil, and take home a Swan Lake inspired craft, for your own rete...

3D Design for Kids: With Tinkercad

Location:

Richview

Event Time:

3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Feb 8

This class introduces participants to a simple but useful tool - Tinkercad. This program allows users to create 3-dimensional objects with simple geometric shapes. The program is available for free and runs in-browser. Registration Required, Ages 8+

East End Storytellers: Valentine's Day Edition

Location:

Morningside

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Feb 8

Join the East End Storytellers with some lovely stories for Valentine's Day.Drop in. No registration required.

Mini Makers

Location:

Fairview

Event Time:

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sun, Feb 9
  • Sun, Feb 16
  • Sun, Feb 23
  • Sun, Mar 1
  • Sun, Mar 8
  • Sun, Mar 15

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:

Parkdale

Event Time:

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sun, Feb 9
  • Sun, Feb 16
  • Sun, Feb 23
  • Sun, Mar 1
  • Sun, Mar 8
  • Sun, Mar 15

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) (Winter-Spring 2020)

Location:

Barbara Frum

Event Time:

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sun, Feb 9
  • Sun, Feb 16
  • Sun, Feb 23
  • Sun, Mar 1
  • Sun, Mar 8
  • Sun, Mar 15

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

Location:

North York Central Library

Event Time:

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sun, Feb 9
  • Sun, Feb 16
  • Sun, Feb 23
  • Sun, Mar 1
  • Sun, Mar 8
  • Sun, Mar 15

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 program. No registration...

Crack the Code

Location:

Malvern

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Feb 10
  • Mon, Feb 24

You have all been turned into robots! Work together to solve the math clues before the time runs out or you stay robots forever! For ages 6-12.Drop in. No registration required.Monday, February 24, is a repeat session.

Kids' STEM Club

Location:

Brentwood

Event Time:

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Feb 11

Calling all kids who are interested in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math! Join our monthly Kids' STEM Club to learn and work together to explore these topics! For ages 8-12.Registration begins Sat. January 25th at 9 a.m. in-branch or by ca...

Pokémon Club

Location:

Riverdale

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Feb 11
  • Tue, Mar 10
  • Tue, Apr 14
  • Tue, May 12

Whether you're a new or expert Pokémon Trainer, everyone is welcome! Show off your Pokémon knowledge and research skills by exploring the library in our exciting Pokémon scavenger hunt for free cards! Bring in your old Pokémon cards to play with o...

Black History Month: Cuban and Brazilian Drumming and Dance program

Location:

Flemingdon Park

Event Time:

1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Feb 11

A lively drumming and dance program highlighting two of the most influential countries in world music, Cuba and Brazil, both culturally rich in rhythms and songs. Experience traditional cultural events like Carnival and community festivals.

Dash Robot Challenge (Ages 7+)

Location:

High Park

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Feb 11

Enjoy some fun robotic challenges with Dash robots controlled with iPads. Race and play soccer with the robots in fun team based games.DROP IN

Black African Canadian Legacy

Location:

Richview

Event Time:

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Feb 12

Register to attend a presentation by Mr. Robert Small, an artist, educated at Windsor and York universities. He is the creator of the "Official Black History Month Poster" now called Legacy, to celebrate the Black History Month. Mr. Small tours a...

Discover Special Collections: Dr. Anderson Ruffin Abbott & Mary Ann Casey

Location:

Toronto Reference Library

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Feb 12

Please join our guest speaker, Kathy Grant, for a look at the endearing relationships among the members of the Abbott family, through personal correspondence, photographs and other memorabilia. Dr. Anderson Ruffin Abbott was the first Black Canadi...

After School LEGO and Board Games

Location:

Hillcrest

Event Time:

3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Feb 13
  • Thu, Feb 20
  • Thu, Feb 27

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.

Valentine Craft

Location:

Danforth/Coxwell

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Feb 13

Make a Valentine's Day card for a loved one.Children of all ages are welcome. Drop in, no registration required.

Valentines crafts!

Location:

Flemingdon Park

Event Time:

4:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Feb 13

Show that special someone how much you care for them with a Valentine's Day craft where we'll be making POP-UP cards!No registration required.

SnapCircuits for Kids (Ages 7+)

Location:

High Park

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Feb 13

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!DROP IN

Beginner Arduino for Kids

Location:

Centennial

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Feb 13

In this hands on workshop, participants will learn how to use the Arduino micro processor to build and code an electrical circuit to create fun and simple projects.*Ages 8 - 12 only*Registration is required and will open two weeks prior to the dat...

After School Club: Crafts & Making

Location:

Don Mills

Event Time:

3:45 pm - 4:45 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Feb 13
  • Thu, Mar 12
  • Thu, Apr 16
  • Thu, May 14

Thursdays are the new day for After School Club at Don Mills!Looking for something to do after school? Drop by the library for some gluing, colouring, cutting and more - bring your creativity! Ages 6-12.Drop in. No registration required.

Introduction to 3D Printing

Location:

Richview

Event Time:

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Feb 13

Learn how to 3D print at the library using an Ultimaker 3D printer. Discover the vast world of 3D design and see how designs come to life.

Pokémon Club at York Woods Pop-Up

Location:

York Woods

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 14
  • Thu, Mar 19

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...

P.A. Day: Family Movie

Location:

Thorncliffe

Event Time:

12:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • 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.

Snap Circuits

Location:

Spadina Road

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 14

Play with electricity and circuitry during this hands-on program. Turn on a light, spin a motor, activate a speaker or choose from hundreds of different projects!For ages 6 and up.Drop in. No registration required.

Valentines Day is Cool

Location:

Deer Park

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 14

Pete the Cat says Valentine's day is cool and we think so too. Join us on this groovy Valentine's day for an afternoon filled with Pete the Cat stories and crafts. For children ages 0-12 and their caregivers. Drop-in, no registration required.

Valentine's Day Craft

Location:

Bloor/Gladstone

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 14

Make a craft for someone special. Drop in. For kids 6-12 years old.

P.A. Day Movie: Beauty and the Beast

Location:

Parliament Street

Event Time:

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 14

An arrogant young prince and his castle's servants fall under the spell of a wicked enchantress, who turns him into the hideous Beast until he learns to love and be loved in return. Celebrate Valentine?s Day this P.A. Day with Disney?s live action...

Malvern's Ninja Warrior Obstacle Course

Location:

Malvern

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 14

Put your strength, speed, and endurance to the ultimate test at "Malvern's Ninja Warrior Obstacle course!" Push your limits, and test your physical and mental skills. Let's see if your perseverance grants you the "Malvern's Ninja Warrior" title. D...

P.A. Day Movies

Location:

Mount Pleasant

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • 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 Movie: February 14: Aladdin

Location:

Maryvale

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 14

Come watch the G rated 2019 family movie "Aladdin" starring Will Smith on February 14. Stay after the film to make a Valentine's Day card!Rated G.Space is limited. Tickets will be handed out 30 minutes before showtime.

P.A. Day STEM: Robotics (Ages 10+)

Location:

Riverdale

Event Time:

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 14

Take your first step into the wonderful world of robotics with Dash and Lego Mindstorms! Learn the basics of programming, upload your code into the robot, and watch it take life! For ages 10 and up.Drop in, however space is limited. Registration i...

DIY Robotics: Bug Bots

Location:

Malvern

Event Time:

10:00 am - 11:30 am

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 14

Wiggling and wobbling fun with robotic bugs! Bug bots is a great introduction to the world of robotics. Learn how to build an insect robot with a simple vibration motor circuit and then decorate it to give it it's own unique look.For ages 6-12.Dro...

P.A. Day STEM: Tech Petting Zoo

Location:

Riverdale

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 14

Come check out some of the cool technology that is being brought to the Riverdale branch this month with the Pop-Up Learning Lab. You'll see and play with different innovative technologies including Dash and Sphero Robots, Snap Circuits, a 3D prin...

Dash Robot Challenge (Ages 7+)

Location:

High Park

Event Time:

10:00 am - 11:00 am

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 14

Enjoy some fun robotic challenges with Dash robots controlled with iPads. Race and play soccer with the robots in fun team based games.DROP IN

P.A. Day Movie @ Oakwood Village: The Lion King (2019)

Location:

Oakwood Village Library and Arts Centre

Event Time:

1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 14

Watch a movie on the big screen on P.A. Day February 14. Oakwood Village Library Auditorium. Bring your own refreshments. Note that this screening will start at 1:00 pm.THE LION KING (2019, PG, 2 hours)After the murder of his father, a young lion ...

February P.A. Day Movie @ Palmerston: Abominable

Location:

Palmerston

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 14

Come out and enjoy a kid-friendly movie on our big screen in the theatre! Drop in. Camps and daycares should call 416-393-7680 to register your group.AbominableFri Feb 14 @ 2:00 pm 2019 - 97 minutes - GWhen teenager Yi encounters a young Yeti on ...

P.A. Day Movie: Toy Story 4

Location:

Sanderson

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 14

Come join us this afternoon for a fun family film! Toy Story 4 (Rated G):Woody, Buzz Lightyear and the rest of the gang embark on a road trip with Bonnie and a new toy named Forky. The adventurous journey turns into an unexpected reunion as Woody'...

Swallowing Clouds Creative Arts Workshop

Location:

Victoria Village

Event Time:

10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 14

On this P.A. Day 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 co...

P.A. Day Afternoons

Location:

Pape/Danforth

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 14

Join us on your P.A. Day for some fun activities!Drop in. No registration necessary. (Groups cannot be accommodated for this program.)January 17: Family Movie, The Lion King (2019, PG)**Movie runs 118 mins.February 14: Valentine's Day CraftJune 5:...

P.A. Day Movie

Location:

Morningside

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 14

Come on in for a fun filled P.A. Day Movie.Drop in program, no registration required.

P.A. Day Fun - Valentine's Party

Location:

Alderwood

Event Time:

10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 14

Wear red and white and join us for some fun activities!All agesDrop in

P.A. Day Movie: Abominable

Location:

Leaside

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:45 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 14

Spend your P.A. Day at the library and join us to watch Abominable. Rated PG. Run time: 97 minutes.Drop in. No registration required.

P.A. Day Movie: Gnomeo and Juliet

Location:

Beaches

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 14

Spend your P.A. Day at the library and join us for a Valentine's Day showing of Gnomeo and Juliet (2011).Separated by a garden fence and a feud, are blue gnomes on one side and red gnomes on the other. This doesn't stop blue Gnomeo and red Juliet ...

Virtual Reality with HTC Vive

Location:

High Park

Event Time:

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 14

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...

Construction Fridays

Location:

Queen/Saulter

Event Time:

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • 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.

Pop-Up Valentine Cards

Location:

Eglinton Square

Event Time:

10:30 am - 11:30 am

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 14

Come and create your own pop-up Valentine's Day card.Drop-in. For Kids and families.

Valentine's Day Craft

Location:

Morningside

Event Time:

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 14

Show that special someone how much you care for them with a Valentine's Day Craft where we'll be making POP-UP Cards! Drop in. No registration required.

Family Day BINGO

Location:

Woodside Square

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Feb 15

Families are invited to enjoy a great game of BINGO & possibly win a prize. Registration begins January 15th. Register in person or by calling 416-396-8979. Space is limited.

Virtual Reality for Kids

Location:

Riverdale

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Feb 15

Have you ever wanted to experience the wonder and surrealism of virtual reality? Enter a new world this Saturday with the Pop-Up Learning Lab's HTC Vive Virtual Reality system. Experience an underwater adventure, take a ride on a roller coaster or...

After School Tech: Battlebots! (Ages 8+)

Location:

Riverdale

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Feb 18

Ejnoy some robotic mayhem with Lego Mindstorms and Dash robots controlled with iPads. Race and wrestle your robots in fun team-based games. For children ages 8 and up.Drop in. No registration required.

Scratch coding(Ages 10+)- design your own video game

Location:

High Park

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Feb 18

Learn how to create simple computer games with easy to use drag and drop Scratch coding.Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult.The registration for this event opens 2 weeks in advance at 9 am.If you have any questions please ...

Introduction to 3D Printing

Location:

High Park

Event Time:

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Feb 18

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 ...

Afro-Jamaican Music and Oral Artistry

Location:

Malvern

Event Time:

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Feb 18

In honour of Black History Month join us for Afro-Jamaican Music and Oral Artistry with Maurice Gordon. The program is a mix of music, talk and visuals about the rich African retentions found in Jamaica's history, culture, religion and language. M...

Monthly After School STEAM Club

Location:

Annette Street

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

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

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...

Robotics for Kids - Lego Mindstorms Challenge

Location:

Maria A. Shchuka

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Feb 19

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...

Green Screen Tutorial

Location:

Richview

Event Time:

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Feb 19

Learn how to use a video camera and green screen to create video footage of yourself at fun and far-out places, like a warm tropical beach or outer space. You'll also learn the basics of video editing.At the end of this course you will know how to...

East End Storytellers

Location:

Morningside

Event Time:

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Event Dates:

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

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 ...

Tech Petting Zoo

Location:

Queen/Saulter

Event Time:

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Feb 20
  • Thu, Mar 26
  • Thu, Apr 16

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.

Celebrate Through Dance

Location:

Malvern

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Feb 20

Let us commemorate Black History Month through the expression of dance. D'Lyfe duo facilitators will host intergenerational dance workshop for both young and seasoned participants.Drop-in. No registration required.For all ages.Drop in. No registra...

After School Club: Building & Construction

Location:

Don Mills

Event Time:

3:45 pm - 4:45 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Feb 20
  • Thu, Mar 26
  • Thu, Apr 23

Thursdays are the new day for After School Club at Don Mills!Looking for something to do after school? Drop by the library for interactive building challenges with LEGO, K'NEX, Feltro, Keva and more!For ages 6-12.Drop in. No registration required.

Pony Bead Crafts!

Location:

Flemingdon Park

Event Time:

4:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Feb 20

Drop in to make a Pony Bead Keychain! Materials will be provided.

LEGO Club

Location:

Queen/Saulter

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Feb 20
  • Thu, Mar 26
  • Thu, Apr 16

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

MakeyMakey for Kids(Ages 10+)

Location:

High Park

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Feb 20

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 learn about electronics. Join us and make bongos...

Twine: Interactive Choose your own Path Story

Location:

Centennial

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 4:55 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 21

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 using...

Paint Night: Celebrating Black Excellence

Location:

York Woods

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Feb 22

Paint a Toronto themed masterpiece at the library! Join Toronto based artist Grace for a one hour painting workshop celebrating Black artists. Ages 8+, please call 416-395-0768 to register.

Saturday Builders

Location:

Danforth/Coxwell

Event Time:

10:00 am - 11:00 am

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Feb 22
  • Sat, Mar 7
  • Sat, Apr 4
  • Sat, May 2

Build and create with Feltro, LEGO and KEVA. Children of all ages are welcome.Drop in, no registration required.

Puppet Show: Anansi and the Moss-Covered Rock

Location:

Riverdale

Event Time:

10:30 am - 11:00 am

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Feb 22

Enjoy a re-telling of the traditional African folktale followed by a craft. For children of all ages. Drop in. No registration required.

Steelpan with Suzette Vidale

Location:

Centennial

Event Time:

3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Feb 22

Innovative steelpan artist-educator Suzette Vidale incorporates her Trinidadian roots and the rich and vibrant cultures of Toronto into her diverse repertoire. Register in person in the branch or by calling 416-395-5490.

Robotics Challenges

Location:

Runnymede

Event Time:

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Mon, Feb 24

Meet our robot friends: Sphero, Dot & Dash. We?ll use block-based computer programming to compete in challenges.For ages 7-12. To register, visit the branch or call (416) 393-7697.

MakeyMakey for Kids(Ages 10+)

Location:

High Park

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Feb 25

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 learn about electronics. Join us and make bongos...

Creating Interactive Fiction with Twine (Ages 10+)

Location:

Maria A. Shchuka

Event Time:

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Feb 25

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...

Kids' Book Club

Location:

Spadina Road

Event Time:

4:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Tue, Feb 25

Do you love reading? Join the Kids' Book Club at the Spadina Road branch! Meet some old and new friends to talk about a chosen book. The book for February is: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis.Drop in, no registration required. Fo...

At Home Alone

Location:

Brentwood

Event Time:

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Feb 26

Toronto Public Health presents a fun family workshop to help families prepare their 10-14 year-old to be home alone safely.Parents and their children must attend together.To register, please call 416-394-5240.*Registration begins on Monday, Januar...

GarageBand for Beginners

Location:

Richview

Event Time:

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Wed, Feb 26

An introduction to using GarageBand on a Mac operating system. Learn how to create and record audio using GarageBand?s intuitive interface. Registration Required

After School Club: Science Experiments

Location:

Don Mills

Event Time:

3:45 pm - 4:45 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Feb 27
  • Thu, Apr 2
  • Thu, Apr 30

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

Marbled paperweight

Location:

Flemingdon Park

Event Time:

4:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Feb 27

Learn how to create beautiful paperweight by using the technique of paper marbling.Ages - 8 & up! Materials will be provided!No registration required.

Robotics for Kids

Location:

Centennial

Event Time:

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Thu, Feb 27

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 6 and up**Tickets will be available 2 weeks ...

Free for All Digital Drawing

Location:

Centennial

Event Time:

3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Fri, Feb 28

Drop by and play around on a Wacom tablet with painting software Krita!*Drop in!*

Malvern Family Book Club: "Maximillian Fly"

Location:

Malvern

Event Time:

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Event Dates:

  • Sat, Feb 29

Love to read and want to share your thoughts about books with other avid readers? Come and join our family book club! We will have a new title every month. You pick up a book from the library or order it on your own, read it at home with or withou...

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