Curious about Artificial Intelligence (AI)?
Join us to learn about and discuss aspects of this technological innovation.
This workshop series explores AI's real impacts on jobs, privacy, the environment, and our communities, while discussing how we can shape it responsibly. Each themed 90-minute session allows for small group discussion, practical takeaways and honest conversation about AI without the hype.
Oct 7 - AI for the Non-Technical
In this session, we tackle the "Elephant in the Room" —addressing ethics, hallucinations, and the fear of replacement to foster a responsible "AI for Good" mindset. We demystify the technology by viewing AI as an "intern with a PhD in everything" —a tool that masters five specific superpowers, such as personalization at scale and rapid research, while leaving the irreplaceable domain of empathy, intuition, and creativity to you.
AI is already reshaping how we work, protect our privacy, and participate in society—yet most of us never get a seat at the table in deciding how it's built or used. This session creates that space. Equal parts presentation and conversation,
For: Adults (18+). Programme type: Artificial Intelligence. Location in branch: Room B/C. Registration is required. Limited to 60 participants. Contact: Lillian H Smith, 416-393-7746.
Wednesday, October 14
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Lillian H. Smith Library Branch · 239 College Street
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