Did you know that the Central Library has over 4000 information files on individual Canadian visual artists?  These files are housed on

Join us for a series of FREE documentaries on modernist architecture and design. In October we will

1001 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 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.

Are you a fan of graphic novels?

If  you are a fan of comic book art, then this visually amazing title will appeal to you.

With the value of individual works of art increasing over the years, we can be certain that art crimes will increase as well.

Toronto poet Molly Peacock has written a fascinating account of the life of Mary Granville Delany (1700-1788) :
 The Paper Garden.

The 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.

Small 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.