Programs

For those of us who may see ourselves as a “work in progress,” come learn and grow together with a selection of classic and popular personal development titles.

Join us on the third Thursday of each month from 7-8 pm.

To get a copy of the month's book selection, please ask at the Adult Information Desk. Many titles are also available as an eBook or eAudiobook for you to place your own hold.

New members are welcome! Register in branch or by calling 416-396-3975.

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.

Veer into the scary and join us online for a lively discussion of The Spite House by Johnny Compton.

In addition to the print format, the title is available as eAudiobook and eBook through through Toronto Public Library's OverDrive eBooks & eAudiobooks collection.

We will be using Jitsi Meet, an online meeting platform for our book club/book discussion.

No registration is required. Join the discussion on Jitsi at the appointed date/time.

For questions, reminder calls or assistance in getting the title, please email bcameron@tpl.ca.

For more information about Jitsi Meet, check out the Getting Started with Jitsi Meet guide.

Please review Jitsi's Privacy Policy.

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.

Attention all avid readers - join us in-person for refreshments to discuss a new book every third Thursday of the month in a fun and friendly environment! This month we will be reading Snap by Belinda Bauer. Copies can be borrowed in advance at Flemingdon Park Library or through TPL's resources.

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.

Join library staff each month for title suggestions. Books for  different categories will be discussed to help you complete the 2024 TPL Reading Challenge. Light refreshments will be served. 

Drop in, no registration required. 

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.

Join us for our low-vision friendly, monthly book club. Every month’s reading selection is also available in an accessible format (audiobooks on CD, eAudiobook or audioplayer formats). Registration required.  

Whether you’re just setting pen to paper or you’re deep into writing a story or poem, Ashdale Writers Group is the place to hone your craft, meet fellow writers, share your stories and receive feedback.

New members are always welcome! 

Upcoming meetings: June 8, 2024, June 22, 2024.

Drop in. No registration required.

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.

Drop in. 

Join fellow like-minded writers in a safe and creative environment! Bring a few pages of your writing to share what you’ve been working on with your peers. All genres are welcome. Room B, 2nd Floor.  Space is Limited.

This monthly book club is hosted virtually by TPL staff and discusses diverse and engaging fiction and non-fiction titles in audio format.

This month's title features "Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents" by Isabel Wilkerson.

We will be using Jitsi Meet, an online meeting platform for our book club/book discussion. For more information about Jitsi Meet, check out the Getting Started with Jitsi Meet guide.

Please review Jitsi's Privacy Policy.

No registration is required. Join the discussion on Jitsi at the appointed date/time.

Questions? Please email rkapasi@tpl.ca.

For a list of upcoming dates/titles, visit our website.

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.

Join us once a month a on a Tuesday evening to discuss books in a friendly and social atmosphere.

May Book Club Title - Ru by Thuy Kim

To get a copy of the book, please visit the 1st floor desk at Albert Campbell Library . New members are always welcome!

Drop-in or register for a reminder at 416-396-8890 or speak to staff at the desk .To get a copy of the book, please visit the 1st floor desk at Albert Campbell Library   

Join us for an exciting discussion about the book Our Missing Hearts by Celeste Ng. The Morningside Book Club meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 7-8PM.

Registration is required. Please inquire in-branch or call 416-396-8881 to register.

If you live with a disability, and requires an accessibility accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Accessibility Services at accessibleservices@tpl.ca or phone 416-393-7099. Please contact us in advance.