Public libraries are awesome! I just took a Toronto Public Library intro to 3D printing course from the comfort of my bed in 6 minutes. (I meant to do it when they first brought in 3D printers years ago, but the in person classes back then kept getting booked up in seconds)
Also, I was looking up models on Thingiverse and laughed at this miniature 3D print of a 3D printer: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:630132
#libraries #Toronto #TorontoPublicLibrary #3DPrinting #miniatures
Heads up if you take the Toronto Public Library "Google AI" course: all Google interactions now have Gemini wedged into them. You have to manually turn that shite off for each service
Turn off Workspace Labs features — https://support.google.com/docs/answer/13447104?sjid=9764530538932968317-NC#zippy=%2Chow-to-exit-from-google-docs-slides-sheets%2Chow-to-exit-from-gmail%2Chow-to-exit-from-meet
I don’t know about you, but I’m putting in my calendar for Sundays “Read at the library” since TPL is about to open all branches year-round on that day of the week. #Toronto #TorontoPublicLibrary https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/city-hall/all-toronto-library-branches-to-be-open-on-sundays-starting-this-weekend/article_a5235d08-b075-48e9-a4a8-2ed0529e0e43.html
Somebody please archive the Toronto Public Library blogs (multiple) that are hosted on TypePad now that the service is shutting down. #Toronto #TorontoPublicLibrary https://torontopubliclibrary.typepad.com
Just finished a self published book, "Minnow Trap", by Brian Horeck. This book is advertised on a number of roadside signs between Sudbury and Sault Ste Marie on Hwy 17. The characters fit stereotypes, the term "cold ones" for beer is probably mentioned 20 times, but it was readable and I enjoyed it. https://www.sudbury.com/lifestyle/did-you-read-minnow-trap-the-sequels-out-495087
It wasn't available from the #torontopubliclibrary, and I was wondering if the library could do more to make self published authors more visible?
... The librarian asked if she'd like to borrow a lock. "You lend out bike locks?" "No, but I have two on my bike." And the librarian went to get the lock.
April 18, 3PM, Bloor/Gladstone Library
From Michael Winter at the West End Phoenix:
Let it be known... That a woman pushed the automatic door opener and carried her bike into the library, then left it propped against the chute for book returns. She went to the counter and asked if she could bring her bike in further. "I've forgotten my lock." ...
This account supports libraries, librarians, and their agenda.
#Tulips, front #garden, Main Street Branch, #TorontoPublicLibrary, East End, #Toronto
The Toronto Public Library website is still having issues. I can’t log on to see the digital materials I’ve borrowed.
Is anyone else having this same issue?
How powerful is a Toronto library card compared to other cities? #Toronto #TorontoPublicLibrary https://www.torontotoday.ca/local/lifestyle/toronto-public-library-card-power-compared-other-cities-10489044
Very cool! In Toronto:
Delivering the library to your door!
"If you're homebound for three months or more due to age, mobility, illness or disability, our Home Library Service can keep you stocked with great reads and entertainment—all for free! Enjoy a monthly delivery of up to 20 items, including books, magazines, audiobooks, DVDs and more"
Home Library Service : Toronto Public Library
https://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/home-library-service/
#libraries #toronto #torontoPublicLibrary #accessibility
The Toronto Public Library started a Photoshop challenge (they meant generative AI challenge, but they ain’t know it) to create “Buy Canadian” posters from old wartime posters. #Toronto #TorontoPublicLibrary #ElbowsUp #BuyCanadian https://www.reddit.com/r/toronto/comments/1jir36e/photoshop_challenge_adapt_canadian_wartime/
I am happily scrolling through the new book list for the Toronto Public Library to see what treasures I can find tonight.
#TBR #Bookstodon #TorontoPublicLibrary #Library #Books #Toronto #AmReading
tpl – lesend ins neue Jahr
Lesedauer < 1 Minute
Wir haben einen ruhigen Start ins neue Jahr. Passend dazu unternahmen wir heute Mittag einen Trip zur Toronto Public Library und ließen uns dort einen Ausweis geben. Die tpl ist hier in Toronto mehr als nur irgendeine Bibliothek, sie ist eine echte Institution. Die Mitgliedschaft ist kostenlos und in den über 100 Filialen im Stadtgebiet gibt es nicht nur Workshops, Ausstellungen und Bücher sondern auch kostenlose Eintrittskarten für Konzerte, Museen und Sportveranstaltungen, diverse soziale Events und last not least eine kostenlose online Leihe. Videos, Audiobücher, eBooks…
Besonders diese ebook-Leihe finden wir spannend. Bisher lasen wir elektronisch ja auf dem Kindle, aber ab morgen gibt es auch einen Kobo und einen Boox Reader in der Casa Primbs, da damit auch die Anbindung an die hiesigen Bibliotheken funktioniert und wir ohnehin etwas mehr Abstand vom Kindle Ökosystem gewinnen wollen. Der Kobo wird Susanne’s Reader werden während ich mir den Boox geholt habe. Letztlich wurde die Entscheidung für die Devices an unserer jeweiligen Toleranz für Technik-Tinkering festgemacht. Susanne will es einfach, dafür nimmt sie in Kauf zwei verschiedene Reader zu betreiben. Ich hingegen werde meinen Kindle einmotten und auf dem Boox alle Lese-Apps installieren die ich brauche. Ich berichte dann wie es läuft, fürs erste freue ich mich mal auf ein neues Spielzeug 🙂
In my inbox 😁 #nice
"All the best for a cozy holiday season from everyone at Toronto Public Library.
This beautiful scarf was crafted by Christine, a librarian who contributes her talents to the Keep Calm and Carry Yarn circle at Toronto Reference Library. We offer knit and crochet circles citywide, where crafters of all experience levels can bond over patterns, tips and friendship."
#librarydon #bookstodon #librarians #toronto #torontopubliclibrary
Toronto Public Library refuses to let lost child use their phone to call home, apologizes
The Toronto Public Library is apologizing after a mother took to social media, saying they refused to let her lost child use their phone to call for help.
#globalnews #Canada #Ontario #TorontoNews #TorontoPublicLibrary
https://globalnews.ca/news/10898898/toronto-public-library-riverdale-branch/
Toronto Public Library refuses to let lost child use their phone to call home, apologizes
The Toronto Public Library is apologizing after a mother took to social media, saying they refused to let her lost child use their phone to call for help.
#globalnews #Canada #Ontario #TorontoNews #TorontoPublicLibrary
https://globalnews.ca/news/10898898/toronto-public-library-riverdale-branch/
Toronto Public Library refuses to let lost child use their phone to call home, apologizes
The Toronto Public Library is apologizing after a mother took to social media, saying they refused to let her lost child use their phone to call for help.
#globalnews #Canada #Ontario #TorontoNews #TorontoPublicLibrary
https://globalnews.ca/news/10898898/toronto-public-library-riverdale-branch/
Toronto Public Library refuses to let lost child use their phone to call home, apologizes
The Toronto Public Library is apologizing after a mother took to social media, saying they refused to let her lost child use their phone to call for help.
#globalnews #Canada #Ontario #TorontoNews #TorontoPublicLibrary
https://globalnews.ca/news/10898898/toronto-public-library-riverdale-branch/
