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Upcoming programs

  • Fire and Fall Prevention Program for Older Adults

    Wed Jul 24, 2024 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Location: Palmerston

    A representative from Toronto Fire Safety Public Education will be giving a presentation on the following topics: - Preventing a fire from happening to you - Placement and need for smoke and CO alarms - E...

  • Choosing Hope: 1 Woman, 3 Cancers

    Wed Jul 24, 2024 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Location: Mount Pleasant

    Munira Premji presents her first book, "Choosing Hope: One Woman. Three Cancers." as a focus for an inspirational talk about living through three advanced cancers within a 5-year period, and learning to thrive in the face of...

  • Toronto's Ravines: Nature and History at Your Doorstep

    Wed Jul 24, 2024 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Location: Forest Hill

    Toronto's ravine landscapes are not just a sanctuary for wildlife; they also protect the city against flooding and allow us to enjoy nature at our doorsteps. Learn how the ravines are changing over time; how they are respondi...

  • CBD Oil, Edibles, and Vaping: An Update on the Legalization of Cannabis

    Fri Jul 26, 2024 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
    Location: Barbara Frum

    Forensic toxicologist, James Wigmore, updates audiences on the legalization of cannabis in Canada including CBD oil, edibles and vaping THC. He will discuss the risks of vaping THC and the problems of psychosis which can occ...

  • Discover Your Career Goals

    Tue Jul 30, 2024 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Location: Online

    Join career coach Shenelle Payne Cuffy to help discover your career goals. This workshop aims to support youth job seekers. Increase your self-awareness of who you are as an individual and learn how your interest...

  • Native Plants in the Garden: Growing & Caring for Native Plants

    Thu Aug 01, 2024 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Location: Albert Campbell

    Native Plants support biodiversity by providing food and shelter for birds and pollinators and they enhance the beauty of our gardens. An expert from the Toronto Master Gardeners discusses ways to grow and care for native pla...

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Featured

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Pride Celebration

Join us for free 2SLGBTQ+ programs all year round. Browse our recommended reads, videos, podcasts and resources.

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Summer Wonder

Explore, discover and learn with fun and free programs and activities for kids. Coding, comics, magic, puppets and more!

Authors featured in our Salon Series including Caleb Azumah Nelson, Jean Kwok, Emma Donoghue, Jhumpa Lahiri, Waubgeshig Rice, Roz Chast and Cory Doctorow.

The Salon Series

Connect and engage with local and international authors, writers and thinkers. Join us online and in person at the Appel Salon for an exciting range of literary and cultural events.

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Featured videos

Mini Makers at Home

Explore science, technology, engineering and math concepts with fun, hands-on activities for kids and families.

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Rocket Science

Build your own rocket and learn about the physics of motion.

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Rollercoasters

Discover how gravity and energy work as you design a rollercoaster.

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Kaleidoscope

Create a kaleidoscope to see light and reflections in action.

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