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We’ve gone virtual!

Due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, we introduced a selection of virtual programs that you can enjoy from home on various digital platforms.


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Programs Coming Up

2023
Nov
28
Tue

  • Settlement Support Group for Chinese Speaking Newcomers

    Adult Programs
    Pleasant Ridge Library   Contact
    10:00 AM
    Monthly meetings to share settlement experiences, learn about community resources and services, and get to know the community. In partnership with CCSYR through Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP). For registration and information, please contact LSP@ccsyr.org or call/text 647-212-6162

    安居加国之路并不容易。很多中老年朋友来到加拿大后，面临交通不便、语言障碍、文化隔阂，感受到行动受阻，社交受限，寂寞孤独，进退两难。為此，我們特舉辦此系列活動。特色：每月以不同活动主题，利用小组互动及图书馆设施，帮助新移民朋友了解各类服务信息，分享喜怒哀乐，维持健康生活，融入新家园。可提供国语及粤语服务。

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  • Spanish Storytime / Hora de cuentos

    Pre-school Programs
    Vellore Village Library   Contact
    10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays in Spanish and English that are fun for the whole family.
    Acompáñanos a disfrutar de historias, canciones y juegos en Español y Inglés que son divertidos para toda la familia.
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  • Cake Club

    Culinary Literacy
    VMC Library   Contact
    11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
    Mmm, cake! Let's delve into deliciousness and bake a different type of cake each month! Registration is $7 per session on Eventbrite.
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  • Last Aid: Dying & Death

    Adult Programs
    Online Program  
    1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
    Join Dr. Julie McIntyre and Linda Hochstetler to learn about dying and death in a safe and comfortable setting. Session hosted on Zoom. Register on Eventbrite.
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  • STEAM Club for Homeschoolers

    Make It! Create It! Learn It!
    Bathurst Clark Resource Library   Contact
    2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
    Hands-on activities that explore science, technology, engineering, art and math. For grades 3-8. Just drop in!
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  • Make & Take: Custom Gift Tags

    Make It! Create It! Learn It!
    Bathurst Clark Resource Library   Contact
    6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
    Learn to use our Cricut machine and software to design and create a personalized gift tag. For grades 5+. Registration is $5 on Eventbrite.
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  • All About Osteoporosis

    Health Literacy
    Online Program  
    7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Osteoporosis leads to an increased risk of breaking bones and affects millions of Canadians. Presented by health experts from the Centre of Arthritis Excellence. Session hosted on Zoom. Register on Eventbrite.
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  • Youth Assisting Youth Info Session

    Adult Programs
    Online Program  
    7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Are you between the ages of 16-29 and interested in becoming a mentor? Join this information session offered in partnership with Youth Assisting Youth to learn how. Session hosted on Zoom. Register on Eventbrite.
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  • Chess Club for Adults

    Adult Programs
    Vellore Village Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 20, 2023,
    Wednesdays 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
    Are you looking for a worthy chess opponent? Please drop in to hone your skills, test them out, or just to find a new chess partner.
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  • Chess Club for Teens

    Teen Programs
    Pierre Berton Resource Library   Contact
    November 15, 2023 to December 13, 2023,
    Wednesdays 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
    Drop in and test your strategies, learn some new skills, or battle it out with other players. Beginners and pros are welcome!
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  • Tech Tutor 1-on-1

    Adult Programs
    Civic Centre Resource Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 20, 2023,
    Wednesdays 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Saturdays 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
    Drop in and get hands-on assistance from volunteers for some basic technology questions such as navigating the internet, using your tablet or sending emails.
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Ongoing Programs

  • A Life Review: The Inner Work of Age

    Adult Programs
    Online Program  
    November 28, 2023 to November 28, 2023
    Explore connecting your conscious life with what was repressed and unlived in your shadow and reclaim some of what was sacrificed, in a positive, affirming way. Presented by author Connie Zweig. Session hosted on Zoom. Register on Eventbrite.
 
 
 

  • Baby Adventures Storytime

    Pre-school Programs
    Bathurst Clark Resource Library   Contact
    November 7, 2023 to December 19, 2023,
    Tuesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
  • Pierre Berton Resource Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Tuesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
  • Ansley Grove Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Mondays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
  • Civic Centre Resource Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Wednesdays 2:00 PM to 2:45 PM
    Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
  • Dufferin Clark Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Thursdays 2:00 PM to 2:45 PM
    Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
  • Maple Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Thursdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
  • Pleasant Ridge Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Mondays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
  • Vellore Village Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Wednesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
  • VMC Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Wednesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
  • Woodbridge Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Thursdays 2:00 PM to 2:45 PM
    Join us for lively songs, bounces, rhymes and plenty of baby time fun. This program is designed for babies from birth to crawling.
 

  • Chess Club

    For Children & Families
    Dufferin Clark Library   Contact
    November 7, 2023 to December 19, 2023,
    Tuesdays 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
    Drop in and test your strategies, learn some new skills, or battle it out with our talented Chess in the Library student volunteers. Beginners and pros are welcome!
  • Maple Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Thursdays 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
    Drop in and test your strategies, learn some new skills, or battle it out with our talented Chess in the Library student volunteers. Beginners and pros are welcome!
  • Vellore Village Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Saturdays 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
    Drop in and test your strategies, learn some new skills, or battle it out with our talented Chess in the Library student volunteers. Beginners and pros are welcome!
 
 
 

  • D&D Club

    Teen Programs
    Pleasant Ridge Library   Contact
    September 19, 2023 to December 12, 2023,
    Tuesdays 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Game on! Join in on the action and adventure as we campaign our way through the world of Dungeons and Dragons. No previous gaming experience required. For grades 6-12. Register on Eventbrite.
 

  • Debate Club

    Teen Programs
    Civic Centre Resource Library   Contact
    November 16, 2023 to December 7, 2023,
    Thursdays 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Improve your critical thinking and public speaking skills! A variety of debate formats will be used to explore current events and philosophical questions. For grades 6-12. Register on Eventbrite.
 
 

  • Fun With French / Plaisir de lire

    Children's Programs
    Bathurst Clark Resource Library   Contact
    November 2, 2023 to December 14, 2023,
    Thursdays 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Parlez vous français? Join us for activities and reading practice, led by French speaking volunteers from our community. For grades 2-6.

    Rejoignez-nous pour des activités et de la lecture, animées par des bénévoles francophones de notre communauté. Pour les enfants de la 2e à la 6e année.

  • Civic Centre Resource Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Wednesdays 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Parlez vous français? Join us for activities and reading practice, led by French speaking volunteers from our community. For grades 2-6.

    Rejoignez-nous pour des activités et de la lecture, animées par des bénévoles francophones de notre communauté. Pour les enfants de la 2e à la 6e année.

  • Pierre Berton Resource Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Mondays 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Parlez vous français? Join us for activities and reading practice, led by French speaking volunteers from our community. For grades 2-6.

    Rejoignez-nous pour des activités et de la lecture, animées par des bénévoles francophones de notre communauté. Pour les enfants de la 2e à la 6e année.

 

  • Healthy Aging Series

    Adult Programs
    Civic Centre Resource Library   Contact
    November 2, 2023 to November 30, 2023,
    Thursdays 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
    This series explores a different topic each week using research and evidence-based approaches to empower seniors on their journey towards healthy aging. Join us in person or on Zoom. Register on Eventbrite.
 
 
 

  • Little Explorers Storytime

    Pre-school Programs
    Dufferin Clark Library   Contact
    November 7, 2023 to December 19, 2023,
    Tuesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
  • Mackenzie Health Vaughan Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Tuesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
  • Ansley Grove Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Thursdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
  • Bathurst Clark Resource Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Thursdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM, Sundays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
  • Civic Centre Resource Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Fridays 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
    This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
  • Kleinburg Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Thursdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
  • Maple Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Wednesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
  • Pierre Berton Resource Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Wednesdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM, Saturdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
  • Pleasant Ridge Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Thursdays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
  • Vellore Village Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Mondays 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM
    This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
  • VMC Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Saturdays 2:00 PM to 2:45 PM
    This program features songs, action rhymes, and early literacy activities designed for toddlers to kindergarten-aged children.
 

  • Reading Buddies

    Children's Programs
    Maple Library   Contact
    October 3, 2023 to December 12, 2023,
    Tuesdays 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
    Have fun while practicing your reading skills and enjoying literacy activities and games with volunteers. For grades 1-6. Register on Eventbrite.
  • Dufferin Clark Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Wednesdays 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
    Have fun while practicing your reading skills and enjoying literacy activities and games with volunteers. For grades 1-6. Register on Eventbrite.
  • Pierre Berton Resource Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Sundays 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
    Have fun while practicing your reading skills and enjoying literacy activities and games with volunteers. For grades 1-6. Register on Eventbrite.
  • Pleasant Ridge Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Wednesdays 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
    Have fun while practicing your reading skills and enjoying literacy activities and games with volunteers. For grades 1-6. Register on Eventbrite.
  • Vellore Village Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Thursdays 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM, Thursdays 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
    Have fun while practicing your reading skills and enjoying literacy activities and games with volunteers. For grades 1-6. Register on Eventbrite.
 
 
 
 

  • Tech Tutor 1-on-1

    Adult Programs
    Civic Centre Resource Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 20, 2023,
    Wednesdays 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Saturdays 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
    Drop in and get hands-on assistance from volunteers for some basic technology questions such as navigating the internet, using your tablet or sending emails.
  • Dufferin Clark Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Mondays 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
    Drop in and get hands-on assistance from volunteers for some basic technology questions such as navigating the internet, using your tablet or sending emails.
  • Pierre Berton Resource Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Thursdays 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
    Drop in and get hands-on assistance from volunteers for some basic technology questions such as navigating the internet, using your tablet or sending emails.
  • Pleasant Ridge Library   Contact
    November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023,
    Mondays 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Drop in and get hands-on assistance from volunteers for some basic technology questions such as navigating the internet, using your tablet or sending emails.
 
 

  • Zumbini

    Pre-school Programs
    Maple Library   Contact
    November 6, 2023 to December 18, 2023,
    Mondays 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
    A unique, fun program incorporating music and movement to encourage parent-child bonding while helping to develop early literacy, motor and social skills. Offered in partnership with EarlyON. See website for registration details.
 


Programs Coming Up

2023
Nov
29
Wed

  • Bilingual Armenian Gata Dessert / Dessert Gata Arménien

    Culinary Literacy
    VMC Library   Contact
    6:15 PM to 7:45 PM
    Let's make Armenian gata! A delightfully crispy & buttery pastry with a sweet vanilla filling - all this, with a sprinkling of French on top! Families welcome. Registration is $5 on Eventbrite.

    Préparons du Gata arménien! Un délicieux dessert croustillant et beurré avec la garniture sucrée à la vanille, complété avec une touche de français. $5 par participant. Inscription sur Eventbrite.

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  • Great Novels Book Club

    Adult Programs
    Bathurst Clark Resource Library   Contact
    7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Join us as we read and discuss novels that explore our humanity and touch our souls. Join us in person or on Zoom! Register on Eventbrite.
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  • Makers with a Cause: The Canadian Library

    Adult Programs
    Pierre Berton Resource Library   Contact
    7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
    Adults and teens will work together to build a library art installation of books wrapped in Indigenous fabric. This memorial to Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls contributes to The Canadian Library project. Register on Eventbrite.
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  • STEAM Club

    Make It! Create It! Learn It!
    Maple Library   Contact
    7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Drop in and have fun exploring new STEAM topics with guided, hands-on activities about science, technology, engineering, art and math. For grades 3-8.
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  • Financial Literacy Fundamentals

    Adult Programs
    Online Program  
    6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
    Learn basic financial skills: spending plans and ways of saving money. This Money Matters series was developed by ABC Life Literacy Canada in partnership with the Government of Canada and is delivered in communities across Canada. Sessions hosted on Zoom. Register on Eventbrite.
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2023
Nov
30
Thu

  • Conversations on Social Inclusion: The LGBTQ2+ Experience

    Adult Programs
    Online Program  
    7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
    Join us for a discussion on sexual orientation and identity, viewing the past, present and future. Presented by PFlag Canada York Region. Session hosted on Zoom. Register on Eventbrite.
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  • STEAM Club

    Make It! Create It! Learn It!
    Pleasant Ridge Library   Contact
    7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Drop in and have fun exploring new STEAM topics with guided, hands-on activities about science, technology, engineering, art and math. For grades 3-8.
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  • Visit the Therapy Dogs

    Adult Programs
    Pierre Berton Resource Library   Contact
    7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Take a break and visit with the therapy dogs, in partnership with St. John Ambulance.
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2023
Dec
2
Sat

  • Family Movies

    For Children & Families
    Ansley Grove Library   Contact
    2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
    Bring your family and watch fun feature films on the big screen.
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  • Pokémon League

    For Children & Families
    Bathurst Clark Resource Library   Contact
    2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
    Whether you own Pokémon Cards, love Pokémon or just want something fun to do, join us for a huge range of Pokémon activities at the library! All ages are welcome.
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