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The next Toronto Public Library Board meeting is on Monday, March 23 at 6 pm at Toronto Reference Library. The public is welcome to attend in person, or join via Webex or teleconference. Learn what's on the agenda and find out how to join: ow.ly/fLUu50Yvj9L

Renowned art-historian Andrew Graham-Dixon discusses his revelatory and illuminating new biography of 17th century Dutch painter Johannes Vermeer. In conversation with novelist Teju Cole. Apr 13 | 7 pm | Toronto Reference Library Register: ow.ly/hLNI50YsSiI #SalonSeries

What brings us together when everything pushes us apart? Award-winning urbanist & author Jay Pitter discusses her new book and what our cities would look like if they were designed for joy. Apr 9 | 7 pm | Toronto Reference Library Register: ow.ly/IRTY50YsQRs #SalonSeries

Spoken word poets! Apply by April 8 for the opportunity to receive in-person performance coaching & writing feedback from our Writer in Residence Andrea Thompson. Plus, attend a series of hands-on workshops. Learn more: tpl.ca/writer-in-resi… #SpokenWord #Poetry #Toronto

The next Toronto Public Library Board meeting is on Monday, March 23 at 6 pm at Toronto Reference Library. The public is welcome to attend in person, or join via Webex or teleconference. Learn what's on the agenda and find out how to join: ow.ly/fLUu50Yvj9L

Our annual Design a Bookmark content, started in the 1970s, continues to inspire creativity, confidence and big dreams in the next generation. @GlobalNewsTO's @LiemVu spoke to some of this year's winners. Watch here 👉 ow.ly/o07e50Ywkt8

🎬 Calling all seniors! Lights, camera—it's never too late. Learn the basics of filmmaking with award-winning director @SeanCisterna in a 90-min workshop on screenwriting, production, editing and distribution. Wed, Apr 1 Palmerston & Lillian H. Smith 🔗 ow.ly/om4x50YtrmM!

@EricHartman Hi, I do not see an order record in our catalogue for it. Please feel free to make a purchase suggestion in your TPL account. -DD

@HERDchronicles @AndrewStoeten @torontolibrary any chance you'll get a copy of this soon?

My new book “Blue Jays in Buffalo” is now available. It chronicles the #BlueJays time at Sahlen Field and features over 200 photos, exclusive interviews with Vladdy, Bo, Danny Jansen, Jordan Romano, WNY native Jonah Heim, and much more: a.co/d/06uk8WbS

Internationally-bestselling author and historian Ibram X. Kendi (@ibramxk) discusses his new book Chain of Ideas and explores how reactionary ideas have been repackaged as common sense. Apr 16 | 7 pm | Toronto Reference Library Register: ow.ly/RqjO50Yw1CS #SalonSeries

Join us the last Thursday of each month to discuss books in a fun and friendly atmosphere. March’s book is Foster by Claire Keegan. New members always welcome!

After Family Storytime on March 21, celebrate World Down Syndrome Day by decorating mismatched socks (supplies provided).All ages welcome. No registration; limited supplies.

@MalikTumph Hello, Thank you for your suggestion. We will forward it to the appropriate department for their consideration - CP

@torontolibrary you should have EV charging stations on libraries’ parking lot for emergency use, since the city wants it people to have EV. I was on Albion branch and due to cold weather needed to charge. It would be nice to have a single or double level 2 chargers.

Congrats to the winners of the 2026 Design a Bookmark Contest! Drawn by library kids from across the city, these awesome bookmarks are now available for free at a branch near you. Which one matches the cover or vibe of your current read? 🔖 tpl.ca/designabookmark

Toronto! On March 31 I'll be hosting a chat at @torontolibrary with Daniel Kraus about his terrific new book PARTIALLY DEVOURED, about the history and legacy of NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD. Sign up below. eventbrite.ca/e/daniel-kraus…

Bestselling horror writer Daniel Kraus discusses the zombie classic Night of the Living Dead with film critic Adam Nayman, with an appearance by special guest Suzanne Desrocher-Romero. Mar 31 | 7 pm | Toronto Reference Library Register: ow.ly/QcYL50YsS0I #SalonSeries

Author Pierre-Olivier Ouellet & art historian Clarence Epstein discuss Montreal's pioneering Jewish artist William Raphael and his enduring influence on Canadian painting w/ host Sara Angel. Mar 30 | 7 pm | Toronto Reference Library Register: ow.ly/MWbW50YsRRK #SalonSeries

A talk by Nate Hendley Al Capone & Dutch Schultz: A Crime Czar + a Mobster Misfit Info tinyurl.com/hdy3u4cr Schultz e-book/audiobook at Amazon tinyurl.com/3h26enyc Capone e-book/audiobook tinyurl.com/55kx7xfs @dundurnpress @crimewriterscan @torontolibrary

Get books that will make your next book club a night to remember! Filled with complex characters and fraught situations, these titles will spark conversation and debate. Find recommendations from our book club experts: ow.ly/eC9650YsXB4

Sunday reads at the gorgeous @torontolibrary Wychwood branch!

Add Kanopy Kids to your March Break plans! Watch animated tales from Scaredy Squirrel, go on a science adventure with Blippi or check out shows featuring Arthur and Franklin. Hit play on streaming series and stories: ow.ly/QwfX50YsVss