Toronto Public Library

Read up on 2SLGBTQ+ history!

From ancient Greece to Toronto's recent past, these books look at the legacies of q***r trailblazers.

Borrow a recommended read: https://ow.ly/2s4550Z7L9g

When Betty Baxter became head coach of Canada’s women’s volleyball team in 1980, she made headlines as the first woman in the role.

In her powerful memoir Outspoken, Baxter traces her journey from small-town prairie roots to international sport—while navigating inequity as a closeted gay athlete.

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Baxter and The Toronto Star sports editor Mary Ormsby.

📅 Thursday, June 18 at 2 pm
💻 Online via Zoom

Reserve your free tickets 👉 https://ow.ly/gKCy50Z5IJf

Get ready for Summer Wonder!

From making puppets to coding with robots, adventure starts this summer at the library! Our day camps, shows and workshops are great opportunities for kids to explore new interests, imagine and create, make friends and have a blast—all while building confidence and developing skills through hands-on experiences.

Discover our incredible lineup of free programs for kids and families across the city ➡️ tpl.ca/summerwonder

Are you ready for kickoff? ⚽

Celebrate the World Cup on home turf with soccer-inspired programs and live watch parties for fans big and small.

Cheer, play and connect at a branch near you: https://ow.ly/wiFn50Za93b

🚨 NEW BOOK ALERT! 🚨

Get the hottest books out in June, including:

🔪 the latest thriller from Lisa Jewell
🗑️ a memoir of being a Montreal garbageman by Simon Pare-Poupart
🏆 a new masterpiece from Hamnet author Maggie O'Farrell

Grab these and more: https://tpl.bibliocommons.com/v2/list/display/2862188857/3034223337

Discover welcoming programs designed for older adults that support learning, creativity and social connection—whether you're building tech skills, exploring hobbies or meeting new people.

Find a program near you: https://ow.ly/Bo0s50Z4Mhb

Add rainbow reads to your TBR list! 🌈📚

Discover 2SLGBTQ+ authors and stories chosen by librarians, celebrating q***r joy, strength and resilience.

Borrow now: https://ow.ly/9toX50YYfpH

June is National Indigenous History Month. Celebrate the diverse and rich cultures of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples this month through art, food, history, medicine, storytelling and more.

Find a program near you: https://ow.ly/swvQ50Z4gHu