We are going to bloor gladstone public library on february 10, 2015 in the afternoon for our monthly visit. Always innovative toronto public library lets us check out. Toronto public librarys new collection is the hottest book. The books homepage helps you explore earths biggest bookstore without ever leaving the comfort of your couch. Bloorgladstone library, 1101 bloor w, toronto, ontario m6h 1m7. Librarything local covers bookstores and libraries, and book. Oct 06, 2015 the new collection is the raddest book club in town and theyll be hosting their annual hush hush halloween party at the toronto public library bloorgladstone branch on october 31st. Hes one of the volunteer books in the toronto public library s human library project. Great literature teaches, inspires and reminds us that we are a world of lifelong learners. Jul 10, 2015 every elementary teacher should have an awesome library. The best public library in toronto is where bibliophiles of the city flock for books, workshops, and a little quiet time. May 12, 2011 the bloor gladstone library located in downtown toronto and created by rdh architects has an all glass exterior to evoke a contemporary and clean aesthetic. We will be having a valentines day party on thursday, february 12, 2015. However, this week took us on another great adventure.
The mandate that rdh architects received for the bloor gladstone library project was to use an existing structure in their design, but also to create a something completely new as an addition. Childrens librarians favorite halloween books the new. Bloorgladstone branch library 20110316 architectural. Halloween makeup, kylie cosmetics halloween collection, kylie jenner, october2018. Hosting its fourth annual hush hush partyinthestacks at the modern bloorgladstone library, the toronto public library raised money with proceeds going towards the tpl foundation. Halloween story hour fun at the gladstone public library news. Oct 28, 2014 childrens librarians favorite halloween books by lynn lobash, manager of reader services october 28, 2014 ten orange pumpkins. Please remember that you are responsible for any borrowed materials.
A threelevel public library that extends the original neoclassical library building from 1912 with a 12,000squarefoot addition, for a total of 25,000 square feet. Join to watch the fun halloween movie hocus pocus starring bette midler and sarah jessica parker. Browse our events schedule to find the latest events in toronto on 27102017. I used my library card to check him out of the bloor gladstone branch. Bloor gladstone is one of the branches of toronto public library. Toronto public library bloorgladstone in toronto, ontario toronto public library bloorgladstone in toronto, ontario. Here youll find current best sellers in books, new releases in books, deals in books, kindle ebooks, audible audiobooks, and so much more. We hopped on the subway and made our way, in the pouring rain, to the bloorgladstone branch. Bloorgladstone, 1101 bloor street west, toronto, m6h 1m7, on, 4163937674. The bloor gladstone library is listed on the city of torontos inventory of heritage properties.
Barbara frum district blog digital library services. Mar 06, 2020 an iridescent, colourchanging highlighter perfect for creating halloween looks. Check out bloor gladstone librarys events, learn more, or contact this organizer. The 10 best halloween parties in toronto now magazine.
From fetish parties to tim burtonthemed bashes, theres something for every costumewearing reveler. My youngest loved that library so much and she really wanted to show her big sister around. The library features two gas fireplaces, an array of soft seating and a dramatic glazed extension to the original old building. The first such event is the official launch of our program and everyone is invited. Neat tours are back, this time with a free tour especially for newcomers of haunted toronto and just in time for halloween. Bloor gladstone library, toronto, special event venues. Sep 15, 2015 halloween is coming and you are in for a scare, join us at bloor gladstone library if you dare. Politics our goal for the ride was to raise awareness of the redesigned intersection and complete streets approach at six points, as well as the need for bike lanes along the length of bloor street. Find book and movie recommendations for halloween lovers of all ages.
Join to watch the fun halloween movie hocus pocus starring. Sessions are also available at fairview branch and bloorgladstone branch. Please join us for our plaque presentation, family entertainment and refreshments. Tis the season for spooky old books, and one of my very favorites is a hidden gemruth edna kelleys the book of halloween 1919.
Monica recently got a new card and has been visiting weekly, just takin out books and putting holds on things like a very cool rebel who breaks all the rules by adhering to them strictly and reading a book in the corner alone. Gladstone the gladstone public library held a halloween tails. Please send your childs library card if you wish for your child to borrow books. Oct 31, 2015 toronto public librarys new collection is the hottest book club in town. Nov 03, 2015 the annual hush hush party, a one of a kind and memorable event took place at the bloor gladstone public library, was exceptionally spooky and fun this year as it took place for the very first time on halloween night. Aug, 2009 home news gladstone library s bloor blissout. Library lovers day is the ideal time for us to launch the library sideshow.
The toronto public library retained era to devise a heritage impact statement and a corresponding conservation plan. Toronto public librarys dovercourt branch opened at 1101 bloor st. This is the traditional territory of the haudenosaunee hodenohshonee confederacy aka. A 150 by 100foot 46 by 30 metre site at the southwest corner of bloor street and gladstone avenue is acquired. Unique cultural spaces at the toronto public library. Water is the theme of the bloor gladstone branch kidsstop. Halloween heralds the organizations third annual hush hush party, a costumed soiree. Hush hush halloween party 2015 toronto public library. Leading to reading is a free program for children grades 16 in need. The bloorgladstone library is a branch of toronto public library, located at 1101 bloor street west, toronto, ontario. The bloor gladstone branch library project is a renovation and addition to a listed heritage library in downtown toronto. The bloorgladstone library rdh architects archdaily. Toronto public library gratefully acknowledges these indigenous nations for their guardianship of this land. There will be information, there will be pictures, and sorry to disturb you if you heard my laugh echoing through the space just now.
I have to return hibbs in a halfhour so another library user can check him out. Gladstone library makes you think you deserve elegant public spaces. This years theme was a heroes and villains takeover and the theme seems fitting as halloween is fast approaching. Bloorgladstone is one of the branches of toronto public library. Items collected, books, music, cds, periodicals, maps, genealogical archives, business directories, local history. Oct 24, 20 back in july this blog posted information about summer neat tours newcomers explore and appreciate toronto. The project consists of a complete exterior and interior restoration of the original landmark library as well as a new glass addition. Black creek pioneer village visits bloor gladstone library.
Toronto public library board and heritage toronto invites you to the opening of the beautifully renovated and expanded bloor gladstone branch 1101 bloor street west one of torontos treasured historical buildings. The bloorgladstone library is a branch of toronto public library, located at 1101 bloor street. The building features two gas fireplaces, an array of soft seating and a dramatic glazed extension to the original old building. Halloween makeup with kylie cosmetics halloween collection. The library sideshow will be a program of events for adults run at various gladstone regional libraries. Renew checkouts, view and update holds and saved lists, and pay fines online. The 1919 bloor gladstone district library was the first library built by the toronto public library. Due to the ongoing covid19 pandemic, this event has been cancelled.
Walkers will learn about the history and hauntings of famous toronto buildings. Bloor gladstone library is using eventbrite to organize upcoming events. It was a screamer in the stacks at toronto public librarys bloorgladstone branch. If youre looking for an elegant twist on this ghoulish night, hush hush promises an oyster bar and cocktails amidst the ghosts of literary greats. Librarians at the toronto public library all turned into zombies on. Toronto public librarys new collection is the hottest book club in town. A counting book by stephen savage in this halloween countdown book, ten orange pumpkins are each carried off by a witch, a ghost, a spider, and other halloween creatures until theres just one. The winding atrium of torontos foremost keeper of books is a thing of art, in a. Approx 90% of all thermo unit glazing has custom ceramic frit glass with ppg solarban 60 low e.
Bloorgladstone library venue rentals and private events. May 30, 2015 books on bloor was about bringing people together and introducing them to urban planners, authors and activists for an engaging literary event. Get your tickets starting september 1st, for this is a. While were working to reschedule as many events as possible, no new dates have currently been determined. Bloorgladstone library, one of torontos oldest operating libraries, is a designated heritage building and the recipient of multiple design and architecture awards. Bloorgladstone library, one of torontos oldest operating libraries, is a designated heritage building and the recipient of multiple design and architecture.
They also did a craft, enjoyed some snacks and checked out books. Find the perfect event to attend with our friends and family. The best public library in toronto is where bibliophiles of the city flock for. A wave wall greets visitors complete with a puppet hole surrounded by a carved octopus, a textured giant letter w, lenses that capture a bugseye view of the world and a bobberfishing sphere to simulate fishing in a river. Bloor gladstone branch celebrated its 100th birthday oct 23rd 20 with a variety of fun filled events. Media in category bloor and gladstone library the following 5 files are in this category, out of 5 total.
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