Gerrard/Ashdale Library

Gerrard/Ashdale Library

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Right in the heart of Little India, we are located at 1432 Gerrard St. E. Gerrard/Ashdale Library is a branch of the Toronto Public Library. Ask staff for more!

The Gerrard/Ashdale Library is conveniently located in the heart of the Gerrard India Bazaar (near Coxwell and Gerrard). Our branch features two floors of space with a variety of collections that serve a variety of interests and intellectual levels. We host a large Chinese collection, medium Hindi collection and a small collection in French for children. The library provides access to computers wi

Photos from Gerrard/Ashdale Library's post 05/22/2026

Thank you to all of our neighbours who came out to support our Open House and Book Sale!

Library patrons found book bargains, searched for authors in the adult scavenger hunt, made buttons and bookmarks, and got to know their neighbourhood library.

05/11/2026

We still have spots open in tomorrow's Seniors E-Connect session, where seniors with tech questions are paired up with helpful, tech-savvy teenagers. The session will take place Tues May 12, 4pm-5:30pm.

If you are a senior looking for assistance with your tablet, phone, or other device, call us at 416-393-7717 to book your spot, or go to https://tpl.bibliocommons.com/v2/events?q=gerrard%20seniors

05/09/2026

During this month's Cozy Corner Social Club we'll be making origami and playing board games and card games.

Join us at the library on Thursday May 14, 2pm-4pm to socialize with neighbours in a casual and welcoming environment.

Please register on our website or call us at 416-393-7717.
https://tpl.bibliocommons.com/v2/events?q=gerrard%20cozy

05/04/2026

We're turning 102 and we're celebrating with a Big Book Sale and Open House!

Join us on Saturday May 16, 10am-4pm at Gerrard/Ashdale Library.

* Big Book Sale of used books, comics, magazines, CDs, audiobooks and DVDs
* Scavenger Hunt for Adults (main floor) and Children (2nd floor)
* Make a TPL Button 11am-12pm
* Drop-in Bookmark-Making 10am-4pm
* Book Sale Special: For $8 receive a TPL canvas bag and fill it with books

This is a great opportunity to visit your local library and become a member.

See you at the library!

https://tpl.bibliocommons.com/v2/events/69da7db0491b809c6f26b321

Photos from Gerrard/Ashdale Library's post 04/28/2026

These painted creations "rocked" our world on Monday at Gerrard Ashdale Library's monthly Adult Crafternoon.

Photos from Gerrard/Ashdale Library's post 04/24/2026

We made "self-portraits" and other collages during our March Adult Crafternoon at the Gerrard/Ashdale library.

Our Adult Crafternoon meets on the last Monday every month. For information about this program or other programs, please visit https://tpl.ca/programs-and-classes/

04/11/2026

Mark your calendar for Gerrard/Ashdale Library's next Big Book Sale, Saturday May 16, 10am-4pm.

In advance of the sale, we are accepting donations of books, CDs, DVDs, and comics in excellent condition. All funds raised will support the Toronto Public Library.

More information: https://tpl.bibliocommons.com/v2/events/69da7db0491b809c6f26b321

04/10/2026

Learn and have fun this spring at our series of three parenting workshops offered by Toronto Public Health.

For each session, we will have our usual Friday Family Time (stories and songs) from 11am-11:20am, followed by the parenting workshop from 11:20am-11:50am. Crafts and toys will be available to attempt to entertain the little ones during the parent workshop.

Friday April 17: Positive Parenting
Friday May 15: Food and Mood
Friday June 12: Managing Stress in Children

These workshops are aimed at parents/caregivers of children age 0-6.

For more details and registration, visit https://tpl.bibliocommons.com/v2/events?q=gerrard%20workshop%20parent

04/06/2026

We are thrilled to welcome Cynthia Good, former president and publisher of Penguin Books, for her talk, An Insider's Guide to Publishing, on Monday April 13, 2pm-3:30pm.

Aimed at both readers and writers, this lively presentation pulls back the curtain on Canadian publishing and provides insight into the world of the book industry. For those who wish to pursue publication, this is an opportunity to learn how to submit proposals and query letters, and get feedback on your book description.

Registration is required. Please register at https://tpl.bibliocommons.com/v2/events/698b753d6724c63d00f1ca01

04/03/2026

We'll be making origami and playing board games this month in the Cozy Corner Club, Gerrard/Ashdale Library's new social group for adults.

Join us on Thursday April 9, 2pm-4pm, on our 2nd floor.

To register, visit https://tpl.bibliocommons.com/v2/events?q=cozy%20corner

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1432 Gerrard Street E
Toronto, ON
M4L1Z6

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 8:30pm
Tuesday 12:30pm - 8:30pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 12:30pm - 8:30pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm