New Collection
On Thursday, January 19, we launched our newest membership program, aptly named New Collection.
This program offers Torontonians under 40 the opportunity to collectively get together to learn and experience the library in a different way, while supporting the Toronto Public Library's programs, services, collections and community spaces.
The launch event brought together over 130 guests to see New York Times reporter Jodi Kantor discuss her controversial new book, The Obamas. Guests arrived at the Appel Salon in the Toronto Reference Library to drinks and a chance to mingle and network, followed by an opportunity to learn about Kantor’s book and ask her questions. The evening ended with a cocktail reception with a book signing by Jodi Kantor, music from our DJ and hors d'oeuvres. The evening was an incredible success and we want to thank all those that came out to support us and learn more about New Collection. We cannot wait to announce our exclusive upcoming events.
To learn more about membership benefits and how you can join, click here.
The Book Lover's Ball
In its seventh year, The Book Lover’s Ball will again be the “must attend” event of the year and better than ever. More importantly, proceeds from this extraordinary event will enhance the work of Toronto’s Library, the busiest urban public library system in the world.
- Make your grand entrance on our red carpet in black tie.
- Mingle with our celebrity guests at our cocktail reception and savour exquisite hors d’oeuvres inspired by a Celebrity Chef.
- Dine with a famous author and get into the heads of today’s most talked-about writers.
- Enjoy a stunning novel inspired fashion show featuring top Canadian designers.
Date: Thursday, February 9, 2012
Time: 6:00pm Celebrity Author Cocktail Reception & Silent Auction
7:00pm Dinner & Live Eye Interviews with Authors
9:00pm Raffle
9:30pm Novel Inspired Fashion Show
Place: Fairmont Royal York, Toronto, ON directions
Dress: Black tie
To book your tables or tickets today, please contact Julie Flynn Still by email or phone at 416-393-7225.
For more information about the Book Lover’s Ball – link to www.bookloversball.ca
Whole Foods Market Penguin Sale in support of Yorkville Branch
Starting November 15th at Whole Foods Market in Yorkville, $5.00 of every stuffed Penguin sale will be be donated to Toronto Public Library Yorkville branch.
Campaign starts November 15, 2011 and runs through to December 31, 2011.
Whole Foods Market, 87 Avenue Road, Toronto
Cost of a stuffed Penguin: $24.99 ($5 of each purchase will be donated to Yorkville Branch)