I used to visit this library often as an undergraduate student. Back then, it was called North York…read moreReference Library, which was a part of North York City Centre. Likely due to the amalgamation in the late 90's, the Toronto Public Library couldn't have two reference libraries. The Toronto Reference Library retained its name. This one changed its name to North York Central Library. I don't recall when the North York City Centre subway station changed its name to North York Centre. I remember frequenting Coles and the food court back then. I should go back. I'm sure everything looks and is different. I like this library a lot. It's spacious. If you need a place to quietly read a book or study, there were plenty of tables and chairs to do it. It's still the case to this day. It's a popular place for students to visit, do research, and study. I like that there are lots of floors to spread out. There were seven when I was last there. This library went through major renovations back in 2017. Three floors were affected. This section was reopened a year later. These days, it has auditorium, a Braille writer, magnifiers, and wheelchair-accessible furniture. It also has wifi. I always liked the DVDs, CDs, and other media formats. This library had the best selection. I miss having a Toronto library card. Back then, I used to live in Toronto before I moved to Markham with my parents. I then studied in Toronto, so having a library card was free. I neither work nor live in Toronto. I refuse to shell out money for a Toronto library card. Instead, I'm content with my Markham, Mississauga, and Brampton ones. (43)

Went here to study for the first time and it is a very popular place. Many floors with a crazy…read moreamount of tables and chairs. I went there at around 11am and was happy to grab a table in by the windows. I stayed there till closing and must say that it is a good spot if you want to study in groups or individually. The single study booths are hard to grab as they are on a first come first serve basis.

Centennial Library is right across from North York Hospital Urgent Care Unit and next to Herbert H…read moreCarnegie Centennial Centre. I can imagine people hanging out after dropping off their kids next door for activities or just picking up some reading materials before heading over for the usual long wait at any Ontario Hospitals... The library does have it's own small parking lot and I doubt that it will be too busy as the library itself is really small.... There are some floral wing chairs which looks kind of dated but it might fit into some English Cottage deco? Great if you want to pick up some Best Bet 7 days loan material but the collections here are really small...

It's a small branch with a small parking lot right across from the hospital. Which is why I stop…read morehere. I had some time to kill before I had to pick up my brother from his appointment. I could spend my time at tim Horton at the plaza but library seem like a better idea. Their collection was limited but I grab a James Patterson book an Sat in one of comfortable chair near the Windows. Too bad the weather was dreadful but seem like a peaceful way to relax and read while waiting

This is a cozy library that I have ever been. It was hidden in the residential area. Outside, it…read morejust like a regular house with nice gardening. We were here for the Keychain event that recently hosted by Markham Public Library. The staff was so nice to explain the event how it works, and helped us to find the books and audio books, etc... my kid enjoyed the time in the library, there were toys and books for different ages. She could even draw something in the library. It's a good place for the kids to stay for a while. This library was small but cozy. We love to come.

This is such a cute library! It's in a historic building that looks like an old wooden house. Books…read moreand DVDs occupy all available space aside from small areas set aside for walking and sitting. Because of its size, the selection isn't as extensive as the bigger branches. But you can put a hold on items available in other Markham branches. They will be transferred within about a week. The library staff were friendly and helpful. Check out the pretty, well-maintained garden surrounding the building. The small parking lot is challenging to get out of. If you're only returning an item, you can get away with parking next door or across the street.

It is very beautiful and not many people were there but it is a practicing University. You have to…read morego through a scanner but we had been shopping that day and had wine in the bags. We got through but if you are going there go earlier in the day.

The high ceiling and window at the center of the library allows for lots of natural light to flood…read morein. Even as you move away from the center it is still very spacious and bright. Ventilation is good. The spaciousness kind of dampens the sound, like a vacuum lol. It was so incredibly quiet. Like I saw people's mouths moving, having conversations, but no sound. It had to be one of the best study sessions I've had. Even though I didn't come here to read, the shelves were so neatly organized. I liked that each shelf had one featured book on display. And I loved the long wooden tables with short lamps, kind of an ode old campus libraries. One thing I appreciate is the amount and variety of study space provided. Every spot is equipped with power outlets like a priority. Very study-oriented. Location-wise, the fact that it's next to Promenade Mall means food & drink is conveniently nearby, and you can return to resume studies. I'm not from this area; I've been kind of library-hopping recently lol; but this library definitely left a good impression and I would come back here if the chance arises.

Bathurst Clark Resource Library is located right behind Promenade Mall…read more Suburbs' libraries can be really boring especially in the newer subdivisions because I have to say Bathurst Clark Library really lacks any architectural value as a building itself. The inside though is quite nice.. high ceiling.. 2 storeys high.. really open and spacious. There are also some curious love seats... on the right hand side when you enter.. really popular with teenagers. Those have really heavy padded cushions, looks so comfy! I am not that lucky to have one of those lover's seats. However, there are tons of communal tables that have individual study lamps and power bars all wired underneath the tables.. that makes my search for power for my laptop really effortless! WIFI connection is stable and fast. If you do need to use their public computers, a library card is required to sign in. Vaughan's Public Library is the only libraries I been to that has computer terminals that are equipped with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Atmosphere here is more formal.. everyone are whispering and there are no kids running around! :)

Armour Heights library is one of the tiniest libraries I ever been to in Toronto…read more There are only 3 tables which seat 4, the only good thing about it is there are 2 outlets under each table. I came by in the early afternoon, so I have no problem secluding a space with plug. One good thing is there are ample parking since it is inside the Community Centre sharing the same parking lot. Kids can be quite rowdy at time since this library is really one big room. Please stop the screaming kids!!! Take them outside to the playground right behind the library please....................

According to the staff I just missed the major bulk of the noise this branch deal with, which I…read moreguess is good but I still like to see branch at it worse, it is somewhat noisy now due to branch being inside a community center. The branch has about 4 table to work with which they do have oulets on the ground under the table to use plus a seating area by the magizines and bench by the window which I am using to watch the parking lot and weather, it a quiet day so far. But this out of the norm, it basically a room so that translate into noise with the kids but it could be worse I think this final one for the day so Its been fun

Maybe I just came to Hillcrest Library at a wrong time…read more... This is one of those places that I want to just walk in... and then walk out right away even I am desperate to find somewhere to chill. Full of students from the area high school gathering here to work on their group projects or just to surf the Internet. The library itself just feels really cramped and I bummed into people and shelves...and everything while looking for a place to sit.....

Just north of finch on Leslie. Hillcrest is small local branch that is equiped with it own parking…read morelot. While it small its something. The library has 3 school nearby and with it been open, the noise does travell i was there right after school would been out and it was somewhat noisy i have seen worse but it exists. This library did make good(or bad depending on how you look at it) use of the space. Its packed with their collection which is decent fot a small branch but there still is room to study. There are random spot allong the walls maybe 4 or 5. 4 tables and set of study booths. Maybe a dozen computer. Doesnt seem to be a problematic branch from what i seen. I woule use it if i was in the area but i woukd try to get there before school out for a good spot

Jane and Sheppard is one of more modern libraries in the system. According to the history this…read morebranch has moved around a few times from being a community to a mall and its current spot. Look at both the pervious two spaces, this is much better library for current spacing, Its an average sized branch, with a good collection,helpful staff, about 10 computer, it has quiet study rooms and for what I saw with kids who seem to be here for thier lunch it was a bit noisy and rowdy, but it seem all branches seem to have issue with kids, more the smaller onces since staffing isnt a good, you may see 2-3. The nice feature of Jane and Sheppard is that it does lend out laptops and from the website this branche seem to have most. There are another 4 branch that have this feature but its nice to hae. Mount Dennis is near as well but its helpful As nice as open window design is, I see what the bad side is. Alot of light and heat coming in and seem this branch doesnt have AC, My true rating woulf 3.5 but I feel like this minor issue that probably will be fixed.

I come here a lot with my friends after school. The staffs are very nice and my friend even knows…read moreone of the staff. The things that are bad is that the library is near the hood. So a lot of kids from the hood comes there all the time to play games on the computer. My 2 friends and I once got chase by my other friend's friend (he's not really my friend, he's just a guy in my class that I know. He also hangs out with really weird ppl). We literally ran around the whole library just to get away from him.

This is definitely the coolest library in the Toronto system. Amazing architecture - features in…read morethe Weeknds music video Secrets. Huge library. Lots of seating throughout. Very busy usually but surprisingly quiet. The atrium and elevators are amazing. Free internet of course. If you are in the Yonge Bloor area this is definitely worth peak inside!!!

Trish and I checked out the Retail Retrospective exhibit in the TD Gallery at the Toronto Reference…read moreLibrary Friday evening. It was fun to check out the shopping bags of yesteryear and share the memories they brought back. It's here until January 11 and free. "Glimpse the retail world of yesterday and celebrate Toronto's shopping scene through the decades. Retail Retrospective showcases vintage shopping bags from our Special Collections tracing the history of retailers that defined eras in Toronto. Rediscover the iconic and historic shops that shaped how our city shops today. Far more than vessels for carrying goods, shopping bags can double as advertisements, status symbols and snapshots of design history. Their physical form can even tell a story--paper or plastic."