Symphony Storytime
Join us for Symphony Storytime, a fun-filled day of music and stories! Enjoy captivating tales read by a librarian from the Toronto Public Library, while a talented musician from the Toronto Symphony Orchestra brings the story to life with live music.
This free program is ideal for school-aged children, ages 4 and up, and is offered at various Library Branches on select PA days and weekends.
Upcoming Symphony Storytimes
Friday, November 29, 2024
2:00pm - 2:45pm
St. Jamestown Branch
Joe Kelly, Percussion
Saturday, February 1, 2025
2:00pm - 2:45pm
Riverdale Branch
Yolanda Bruno, Violin
Saturday, March 22, 2025
11:30 am – 12:15 pm
Wychwood Branch
Camille Wells, Oboe
Previous Symphony Storytimes
Friday, November 17, 2023
1:30-2:15pm
Flemingdon Park Branch
Lucia Ticho, cello
Friday, December 8, 2023
Jane/Sheppard Branch
11:00-11:45am
Leonie Wall, flute
Friday, January 19, 2024
Parkdale Branch
2:00-2:45pm
James Wallenberg, violin
Friday, February 16, 2024
Morningside Branch
11:00-11:45am
Roberta Janzen, cello
Symphony Storytime for Neurodiverse Children
On select dates, we offer Symphony Storytime for Neurodiverse Children. While all children are welcome, this program is thoughtfully designed to be especially inclusive for neurodiverse children, including those on the autism spectrum and those with sensory processing sensitivities.
This program is ideal for school-aged children, ages 4 and up. Space is limited, and registration opens 4 weeks before each event.
Modified seating options are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
If you or your child require any accessibility accommodations to participate, please contact Accessibility Services at accessibleservices@tpl.ca or leave a voicemail at 416-393-7099. We recommend reaching out at least three weeks in advance to ensure we can meet your needs.
Upcoming Symphony Storytimes for Neurodiverse Children
Saturday, January 11, 2025
2:00pm - 2:45pm
S. Walter Stewart Branch
Roberta Janzen, Cello
Registration will be taken in person or by calling the S. Walter Stewart Children’s Services Desk at 416-396-3854.
Symphony Storytime Venue Guide & Fact Sheet
Saturday, May 31, 2025
2:00pm-2:45pm
North York Central Branch
Ah Young Kim, Violin
Previous Symphony Storytimes for Neurodiverse Children
Saturday, April 27, 2024
S. Walter Stewart Branch
2:00-2:45pm
Winona Zelenka, cello