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The Art of the Alphabet
Visit an exhibit of old and new abecedaria ("alphabet books") preserved in our Osborne Collection.
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Indigenous Hockey: Past, Present and Future
Tue Jun 04, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: OnlineJoin us for this Live & Online program in celebration of National Indigenous History Month! Played in communities around the world, the sport of hockey is often closely associated with Canada. Those who grow and l...
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Pride Month Jazz Concerts: Janet Whiteway
Tue Jun 04, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Toronto Reference LibraryJoin us for a Jazz concert in celebration of Pride Month! Janet Whiteway is a multi-instrumentalist singer-songwriter who has spent the past 20 years performing original music, playing in cover bands, and working...
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Consent and Censorship in Gloeckner and Tamaki
Tue Jun 04, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: YorkvilleThis presentation examines how the age of consent plays a role in the following novels' depictions of teenage sexuality and how this may give rise to (necessary) discomfort amongst readers: -...
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News
City Librarian’s Report: May 2024
Vickery Bowles summarizes key activities that support priorities outlined in our strategic plan.
New exhibit serves up culinary curiosities
Explore early cookbooks, menus and more from our special collections at Toronto Reference Library.
Design-a-Bookmark Contest winners
Check out 16 wonderful designs created by kids and visit a branch to collect them all.
Our commitment to intellectual freedom
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