Keep Toronto Reading
This April, we're celebrating Keep Toronto Reading month with a special fundraising drive in support of priority programs at the Toronto Public Libary.
Show your love of books with a donation today!
And share your love of books by telling us your favourite book.
We'll then list your name, and your favourite book on our website for the entire month of April.
Simply click here to visit CanadaHelps: . 
When making your donation, be sure to click Fund/Designation: Keep Toronto Reading. Then list your favourite book in the "Message/Instructions for Toronto Public Libary Foundation box. Or let us know if you want to remain anonymous.
Check back here in April for a list of donors to this campaign.
The Book Lover's Ball
The fifth annual Book Lover’s Ball was bursting at the seams with book lovers and authors, all gathered in support of Toronto’s Library - the busiest urban public library system in the world. Nearly 600 literary lovers and library supporters congregated on February 11th, 2010 at the Fairmont Royal York for what is sure to be the year’s most talked about event!
Guests enjoyed a reception with a special oyster bar created by Celebrity Chef Patrick McMurray of Toronto’s Starfish Oyster Bed & Grill, and then mingled with some of the finest Canadian writers and literary celebrities over a sumptuous three-course dinner. Attendees took part in a spectacular raffle, and bid on fabulous prizes in the silent auction, all in support of Toronto Public Library Foundation.
The evening ended with a fabulous novel-inspired fashion show complete with story settings, captivating performances, and stunning visuals. Books were brought to life as models showcased dazzling couture designs from top Canadian designers. This year’s fashion show highlighted such modern and classic novels as Twilight, Sherlock Holmes, Slumdog Millionaire and Breakfast at Tiffany’s.
Almost 60 Celebrity Authors were in attendance at this year’s event, including Catherine Gildiner, Anne Michaels, Lawrence Hill, Austin Clarke, Rebecca Eckler, Graeme Gibson and Nino Ricci to name a few.
For more information about The Book Lover’s Ball, or to view photos from the event, please visit www.bookloversball.ca
Friends Book Sales
Book Ends South - 2010 Clearance Sale
Over 9,000 book donations and withdrawn materials
50 cents each or 3 for $1
Thursday, March 18th from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday, March 19th from 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday, March 20th from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Toronto Reference Library - Beeton Auditorium
789 Yonge Street – 1 Block North of Bloor
TTC Subway Sales
Buy one used book for $1 and get one free new book for every $5 spent!
Monday, April 12th from 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Bloor/Yonge Subway
Monday, April 19th from 12:00 - 6:00 PM: Finch Subway
Monday April 26th from 12:00 - 6:00 PM: Bloor/Yonge Subway
All book sale proceeds go to Toronto Public Library Foundation, in support of library programs, collections and services.
Community Events
City of Toronto: Legal Division Book Sale
Each year, for the past 6 years, the Foundation has been fortunate to receive the support of the City of Toronto’s Legal Division through their annual book sale.
This book sale, a mainstay of the division’s fundraising efforts has been held in support of the Toronto Public Library Foundation. Our friends at the Legal Division pull all staff together early in the year and spend the year collecting “gently read” books that they donate towards the sale. To date, the City Legal Division has raised over $9,300 in support of Foundation supported Library programs.
The City Legal Division's sixth annual book bonanza took place this past June and was a great success, raising over $1,800 in support of the Toronto Public Library Foundation.
Toronto Challenge
Take the Challenge!
The 18th Annual Toronto Challenge took place Sunday June 14th. The Toronto Challenge consists of a 5 km run or a 1 or 5 km walk. Funds raised at this annual event help residents in Toronto Homes for the Aged to enjoy the little extras that make life more fun.
2009 marked the eighth year that Toronto Public Library and Library Foundation have participated to raise funds in support of the Library’s Home Library Service. Over 60 participants helped raise nearly $15,000 which goes directly to the Home Library Services.
Look out for Toronto Challenge 2010.
Join the Challenge!
2010 June Callwood Social Justice Lecture
A Canadian in the Making
Ratna Omidvar
Thursday May 13, 2010, 7:30 pm
The June Callwood Lecture is an annual event focused on issues of social justice. The Lecture explores contemporary social issues, showcases social justice activists and invites them to share their experiences, perspectives and passions. It is presented by Canadian grassroots activists who are instrumental in challenging society to do more. Funding support is provided by the Toronto Public Library Foundation's June Callwood Endowment.
You can support the June Callwood Endowment and help raise the awareness of social issues in the community, continuing June Callwood’s call to action.
Guest speaker Ratna Omidvar is the president of Maytree, a private foundation that promotes equity and prosperity.
To make a donation to the June Callwood Endowment Fund click to make an immediate donation through Canada Helps or print out the attached donation form and send it in with your gift.