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Art, Theatre and Dance
Artists in Canada
21 November 2012 - 4:48pm
Did you know that the Central Library has over 4000 information files on individual Canadian visual artists? These files are housed on
MidMod Movies:Modernist Architecture and Design Film Series
27 September 2012 - 12:27pm1001 Paintings You Must See Before You Die
5 July 2012 - 11:54am1001 Paintings You Must See Before You Die offers a broad selection of art works from Ancient Egypt to the present day. The emphasis is on European and American Paintings but there are some choices from Mexico, South America and Japan.
The Lady in Gold: the Extraordinary Tale of Gustav Klimt's Masterpiece, Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer
24 April 2012 - 1:31pm The Lady in Gold is the extraordinary, true story of Adele Bloch-Bauer, the famous artist Gustav Klimt - who painted her portrait and the lost world of fin-de-siecle and early 20th century Vienna, destroyed forever by the Nazis.
1001 Comic Books You Must Read Before You Die: The Ultimate Guide to Comic Books, Graphic Novels, and Manga
4 January 2012 - 12:04pmIf you are a fan of comic book art, then this visually amazing title will appeal to you.
Crime in the World of Art
24 November 2011 - 12:22pmWith the value of individual works of art increasing over the years, we can be certain that art crimes will increase as well.
The Paper Garden: Mrs. Delany (begins her life's work) at 72
7 June 2011 - 8:55am
Toronto poet Molly Peacock has written a fascinating account of the life of Mary Granville Delany (1700-1788) :
The Paper Garden.
2nd Annual Handmade Festival - registration begins Mar. 1st!
26 February 2011 - 12:59pmThe Handmade Festival is a series of FREE workshops designed to share the art of craft with the local community. All materials are provided and no particular skills are necessary. For a listing of workshops and registration information, click here.
Green Living
15 February 2011 - 11:20amSmall Eco Houses: Living Green in Style. If you are interested in "small" spaces and "green" living, have a look at this international survey of fresh ideas about residential architecture and interior design.