Programs

Join us for an introductory lesson and learn about the most common tools. We'll explore the workspace and enhance images while investigating tools such as crop, levels, colour balance and more. See how an image can be altered and repaired using patch tools such as the clone and healing brush tools. We'll also dive deep into the world of layers and how you can manage them for those really unique and fun projects.

Basic computing skills are required. Keyboard and mouse skills are required.

Teens and Adults (ages 13 and up).

If you identify as a person with a disability or a person who is Deaf, and require this information in an accessible format, or an accessibility accommodation to participate in this program, please use the online form at tpl.ca/accessibility or voicemail, 416-393-7099, to make a request. Please let us know as far in advance as possible and we will do our best to meet your request.

Tinkercad is a web browser based 3D application. Through the creation of simple everyday objects students will learn the tools for object based 3D Design.

Questions? Call Fort York Branch Innovation Hub at 416-393-6203. 

Registration required. Limited spaces available.

If you identify as a person with a disability and require an accessibility accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Accessibility Services by email, accessibleservices@tpl.ca, or voicemail, 416-393-7099, to make a request. Please contact us at least three weeks in advance.

La Bibliothèque publique de Toronto s'est engagée à assurer l'accessibilité. Veuillez nous appeler ou nous envoyer un courriel si vous êtes sourd(e) ou avez un handicap et souhaitez demander des mesures d'adaptation pour participer à ce programme. Veuillez nous en informer le plus tôt possible et nous ferons de notre mieux pour répondre à votre demande. Un préavis d'au moins trois semaines est préférable. Composez 416-393-7099 ou contactez-nous par courriel accessibleservices@tpl.ca.
 

Join us for a comprehensive workshop on the fundamentals of sewing machine maintenance and repair. Learn about 2-thread sewing, thread tension adjustments, hook timing, cleaning, lubrication, and troubleshooting techniques to gain essential skills and be comfortable take care of a sewing machine.

Registration required online at Eventbrite.

If you identify as a person with a disability and require an accessibility accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Accessibility Services by email, accessibleservices@tpl.ca, or voicemail, 416-393-7099, to make a request. Please contact us at least three weeks in advance.

In this lecture, staff members will show participants how to get access and use the 3D printer at the Digital Innovation Hub. Topics includes:

• Basics of 3D Printing
• How to prepare a 3D design file for print
• How to access and use 3D printer at the Digital Innovation Hub at Toronto Public Library
• Best practice for 3D printing and where to find designs.
• Review of the rules and guidelines to using the 3D printer at the Toronto Public Library

This is an in-person event, registration is required via Eventbrite.

CapCut is a popular video editing tool. If your looking for tools to boost your social media channel, promote a small business, then CapCut is a great program for you.

Loaded with free templates and tools to make the process of creating and editing videos easier than ever. In the class we'll explore some of the common tools and best practices of the program and give ample time to edit a fun little video using some of the many clips, templates and other resources.

Click on the link to order tickets via Eventbrite, Ticket registration begins a week prior to the program.  

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/capcut-intro-to-video-editing-may-13th-2024-tickets-885024661587?aff=oddtdtcreator

Toronto Public Library is committed to accessibility. Please call or email us if you are Deaf or have a disability and would like to request accommodation to participate in this program. Please let us know as far in advance as possible and we will do our best to meet your request. At least three weeks' notice is preferred. Phone 416-393-7099 or email accessibleservices@tpl.ca.

Learn all about Adobe Lightroom Classic, an industry standard tool used by photographers to organize, retouch, and share their work. We will focus on learning the workflow of the software, covering topics such as importing photos, RAW vs JPEG files, file organization, retouching and correcting our images, and exporting and sharing our finished work.

Note: you will need to have your own working copy of Adobe Lightroom Classic for this class. The instructor will be using the Creative Cloud 2024 version. It is okay if you have a different version but there may be some small differences.

This online workshop will take place online using the Webex video conferencing application.

Class materials and event link are provided after registration. Click the "View the event" button in your registration confirmation email for full class information.

Toronto Public Library is committed to accessibility. Please call or email us if you are Deaf or have a disability and would like to request accommodation to participate in this program. Please let us know as far in advance as possible and we will do our best to meet your request. At least three weeks’ notice is preferred. Phone 416-393-7099 or email accessibleservices@tpl.ca.

Build on your basic Microsoft Word 2019 skills and learn to use Word more effectively.

In this class you will:  

- Practice new Word skills while you design a flyer
- Format text, margins, indents, headers and footers
- Format text as columns
- Create bulleted, numbered and sorted lists
- Review your document with Spelling and Grammar check and Thesaurus

Upon completion of this class students will be able to use even more Word tools to design their documents.

Pre-requisite:  Word Basics 1 or equivalent skills. Basic keyboarding and mouse skills required.
Format: Hands-on with demonstrations
 

If you identify as a person with a disability and require an accessibility accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Accessibility Services by email, accessibleservices@tpl.ca, or voicemail, 416-393-7099, to make a request.  Please contact us at least three weeks in advance.  

Please note: The class is limited to 10 participants. 
Please register in person or by calling Barbara Frum branch at 416-395–5440.

Calling all knitters and crocheters. Join us for a place to hone your craft, or pick up a pair of needles or hook for the first time. Join us on the second Tuesday of every month with your needles and yarn to brush up on old skills and learn some new ones! Bring your questions about techniques & patterns and we can help you figure it out. All skill levels are welcome.

*Note* We do supply yarn and crochet hooks/knitting needles for those that need them during the program.

Accessibility at Toronto Public Library

Toronto Public Library is committed to accessibility. Please call or email us if you are Deaf or have a disability and would like to request accommodation to participate in this program. Please let us know as far in advance as possible and we will do our best to meet your request. At least three weeks’ notice is preferred. Phone 416-393-7099 or email accessibleservices@tpl.ca

Learn the basics of 3D design using a browser-based program called Tinkercad. You'll learn how to navigate in the 3D environment and create a keychain!

This is an in person event designed for ages 10 and up, basic mouse and keyboarding skills are required.

Registration is required via Eventbrite.

Python is an open source programming language that is used for creating web applications, web content, mathematics and system scripting. 

In this course you will learn how python code works and given fundamental knowledge of Python. Key takeaways will include a working knowledge of variables, data type, operators, output functions and data input function.

Prior coding knowledge is not necessary for this introductory class. 

This class is for beginners but assumes you have a basic understanding of computer skills. If you can use a word processor or surf the web, you can learn Python!

Registration required online at Eventbrite.

If you identify as a person with a disability and require an accessibility accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Accessibility Services by email, accessibleservices@tpl.ca, or voicemail, 416-393-7099, to make a request. Please contact us at least three weeks in advance.