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The Use of Artificial Intelligence in Children's Therapies
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the ability for a computer or computer controlled robot to perform tasks commonly associated with intelligent beings. Here are a few unique examples of how AI can help with specific children's therapies. This includes speech therapy, social skills for autism and the identification of anxiety and... Continue reading
Posted Nov 12, 2020 at The Innovation Hubs
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Thanks you for this post, Viveca. I last read "The Couple Next Door" and am currently reading "The Widow" haha, meaning I have been sucked into this wave of "Grip-Lit".
Best Grip-Lit Reads
"Grip-Lit" is certainly the fiction of choice for 2016 (as if this year wasn't tense enough). Psychological thrillers aren't new. However, these popular women-in-peril novels focus on domestic horrors: abuse, accidents, memory loss, missing children and (really) bad romance. Mix in unreliable ...
How Good Are You at Stress Management?
Stress is an issue that most of us have been struggling with for a long time now and probably will do so for the rest of our lives. That may sound pretty grim, but fear not, the library can help! The North York Central Library will be hosting a program... Continue reading
Posted Nov 7, 2016 at North York Central Library Blog
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Two Days in Budapest!
This summer, I had the opportunity to check out what is in my opinion one of the most beautiful cities in the world: Budapest, Hungary. I only spent two days in the city on my way home from my Transylvania, Romania vacation. One of the days was cold and pouring... Continue reading
Posted Sep 26, 2016 at North York Central Library Blog
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Thank you so much, Zsuzsi! I hope you get to visit soon. I can't wait to go back!
Take a Trip to Transylvania Through My Photos
As promised, this post is a visual journey of my family vacation to Transylvania, Romania. Here you can find my introductory post along with the recommended library materials. This trip really took me back to my roots. I stayed in my family home in my city, Odorheiu Secuiesc (Szekelyudvarhely ...
Thank you very much, Tony! There were sure fun to take!
Take a Trip to Transylvania Through My Photos
As promised, this post is a visual journey of my family vacation to Transylvania, Romania. Here you can find my introductory post along with the recommended library materials. This trip really took me back to my roots. I stayed in my family home in my city, Odorheiu Secuiesc (Szekelyudvarhely ...
Take a Trip to Transylvania Through My Photos
As promised, this post is a visual journey of my family vacation to Transylvania, Romania. Here you can find my introductory post along with the recommended library materials. This trip really took me back to my roots. I stayed in my family home in my city, Odorheiu Secuiesc (Szekelyudvarhely in... Continue reading
Posted Aug 15, 2016 at North York Central Library Blog
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It's quite real, and you can see some current pictures of the place in my next blog post about the topic!
Does Transylvania Really Exist? Yes It Does
My next vacation will be Transylvania, Romania, birthplace of Dracula and...me! Some find it hard to believe that I was born in such an exotic land. Or that this place actually exists outside the movies and books. I can assure you it is real and fascinating. Some of my most interesting lifelon...
I totally agree! Please keep checking the website (tpl.ca) under Digital Innovation Hubs to see what classes various branches are offering!
3D Printer Classes at North York Central Library
Hello everyone and Happy New Year! North York Central Library is excited to announce that we will be having 3D Printer Certification classes in the month of January 2016 and also Pop-up demonstrations in the main entrance area to the library to showcase what the 3D printer is all about...
Thanks for this comment as well!
Healthy Foods and Supplements for Hair, Skin, and Nails
A new year means a beautiful new you, right? I thought so. It does for me! One of my resolutions for 2013 is to eat healthier, and this goes for not just my internal body, but outside as well. As long as we eat the right foods, or add the best supplements to to our diets, we can have the hair, ...
Thanks, Ann for the comment. I look forward to sharing my experience and pictures!
Does Transylvania Really Exist? Yes It Does
My next vacation will be Transylvania, Romania, birthplace of Dracula and...me! Some find it hard to believe that I was born in such an exotic land. Or that this place actually exists outside the movies and books. I can assure you it is real and fascinating. Some of my most interesting lifelon...
Does Transylvania Really Exist? Yes It Does
My next vacation will be Transylvania, Romania, birthplace of Dracula and...me! Some find it hard to believe that I was born in such an exotic land. Or that this place actually exists outside the movies and books. I can assure you it is real and fascinating. Some of my most... Continue reading
Posted Jul 4, 2016 at North York Central Library Blog
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The Unofficial Start of Summer!
While the official start of summer is still about a month away, many Canadians consider the "May-Two-Four" weekend to have been it! Hopefully you all got a chance to get up to some fun outdoor activities like gardening, camping, sitting on your deck or patio (if you are lucky enough... Continue reading
Posted May 24, 2016 at North York Central Library Blog
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Thank you so much for the wonderful comment, web design Montreal!
Digital Innovation Hub Librarian Internship Experience!
Photo of me at the Toronto Reference Library Hub Recently I finished a librarian internship at the Digital Innovation Hub at the Toronto Reference Library. I had the honour of spending about five months there, getting to know what goes on in the hub and learning how to do my own 3D printing a...
How to Handle Long-Distance Relationships
These days as the world continues to become more connected, and working remotely for a job becomes more and more possible, couples are bound to face some separation times, whether temporary or longer-term. I have had to go through this type of situation recently with my partner, and I wanted... Continue reading
Posted Apr 11, 2016 at North York Central Library Blog
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Congrats, Carolyn! that's amazing news. Should be a really fun time for you and your family.
My Grand Plans
Last week I became a grandmother for the first time. Aside from the twinge of sadness at reaching another milestone on the road to old age, it's proving to be a wonderful experience. As people often point out, grandparents can revisit many of the joys of parenthood without the full-time responsi...
Thank you, alex1234 for sharing your opinion. I fully agree with you, of course.
Homelessness In Canada
Recently, I attended a training session on homelessness which opened my eyes to the topic and the actions that we must take as a society to put an end to this unfortunate and inhumane social issue. The speaker was Stephen Gaetz, a Professor at the Faculty of Education at York University and the...
International Women's Day Film Screening: It's A Girl
International Women's Day (March 8th) is a global day that celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women, and also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity. The United Nations started celebrating International Women's Day on March 8 during International Women's year, 1975. In 1977, the... Continue reading
Posted Feb 29, 2016 at North York Central Library Blog
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Hello again Paul, the renovations are supposed to begin 2016 and any updated information should become available as soon as it comes in. In the meantime, please visit the Toronto Reference, Fort York and Scarborough hubs! Any additional libraries that are getting the 3d printer will also have classes posted on the website! Stay Tuned!
3D Printer Classes at North York Central Library
Hello everyone and Happy New Year! North York Central Library is excited to announce that we will be having 3D Printer Certification classes in the month of January 2016 and also Pop-up demonstrations in the main entrance area to the library to showcase what the 3D printer is all about...
Thanks Paul! Yes, this is great news for us! We cannot wait until our renovations are finished and we get our own Digital Innovation Hub!
3D Printer Classes at North York Central Library
Hello everyone and Happy New Year! North York Central Library is excited to announce that we will be having 3D Printer Certification classes in the month of January 2016 and also Pop-up demonstrations in the main entrance area to the library to showcase what the 3D printer is all about...
3D Printer Classes at North York Central Library
Hello everyone and Happy New Year! North York Central Library is excited to announce that we will be having 3D Printer Certification classes in the month of January 2016 and also Pop-up demonstrations in the main entrance area to the library to showcase what the 3D printer is all about!... Continue reading
Posted Jan 11, 2016 at North York Central Library Blog
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Alternative Holiday Activities!
December is the month of holidays. Christmas songs and decorations most obviously bombard us and take over. But what if you don't enjoy the holidays, or do not observe any of them? If this is the time of year for you where you need a good distraction more than anything,... Continue reading
Posted Dec 7, 2015 at North York Central Library Blog
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Citizenship/Settlement Programs at North York Central Library!
The Toronto Public Library offers a vast variety of New to Canada and Citizenship Test Preparation classes and programs on an ongoing basis. The library website under New To Canada is a good place to look for information on: Learning English for all levels and ages, Citizenship Test, Settling in... Continue reading
Posted Oct 26, 2015 at North York Central Library Blog
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Thanks Mark! It's my pleasure. And very interesting link you provided. I would love to check out that event and have some Icelandic cuisine now!
Travel to: Iceland
Glacial lake Jökulsárlón, Iceland, against the evening sun (August 19, 2008) from Wikipedia Commons. This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 Unported, 2.5 Generic, 2.0 Generic and 1.0 Generic license. This time around, no, I have...
Thanks, Benn. Interesting to hear. Please feel free to share any experiences or tips you have.
Volunteering Benefits
Have you ever wanted to volunteer for a cause you believe in, but your other time commitments, such as school, work, family, etc. got in the way? I'm sure we have all felt this way in our busy adult lives. I started my volunteer work after finishing my studies. With no more schoolwork to keep m...
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