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Weston Branch had an extensive Toy lending library, the second to be established in Toronto; the first was at Jane/Dundas Branch. Both were operated by York Public Library.

These image show the audience during the talent show.

These images show two girls singing. The second photograph shows one of the pair recieving a prize from Polkaroo. It seems as though this image is from a talent showcase held at the library.

This image is of a young girl performing a hula dance in the program room of the Weston Branch. Two adult spectators can be seen watching from the sidelines. This appears to be a part of a talent showcase held at the library.

This image shows Polkaroo hugging a child who came to visit him. Bettijane O'Neill can be see standing next to both Polkaroo and the girl. The girl is dressed in a luau costume and can be seen performing here.

This image shows Polkaroo visiting Weston Branch. Click here for more images of Polkaroo at Weston.

This image shows staff at Weston Branch posing for a photograph in front of the Eagle House eagle that was reported to be missing here. From left to right are: Bettijane O'Neill, (unknown), Suzanne Scala, (unknown), (unknown).

This image is of the main floor of the Weston Branch. The entrance to the staff work room is visible, as is the entrance that leads to the current day location of the adult fiction section. One of the stained glass windows are visible from this…

This image is shows the addition to the Weston Library under construction. The addition was built by Dunlop, Farrow & Aitken.

An image of the adults section of the Weston Library, circa 1980. Non-fiction books can be seen on the right hand side of the image. Signs for English literature, travel and geography can be seen above shelving units on the upper right hand portion…