About me

I'm Marci—a Toronto-based content strategist, former college professor, editor, and writer who's always been better at asking questions than sitting still.

I grew up in Toronto public libraries in the late 1970s and early 80s. My mom—an incredible woman who understood that curiosity costs nothing and knowledge belongs to everyone—brought me to story hour most weeks and let me check out far too many books. Those visits taught me that libraries are more than buildings—they're proof that access, curiosity, and community matter more than what’s in your wallet.

I became ME because of what I learned on those library floors.

My mom passed away in April 2025. She'd been a Toronto Public Library member for over 50 years—even during COVID, when TPL delivered books to her in a red canvas bag every month. In her final days, she asked me to return her last batch of books "so other people can enjoy them."

Now, one year after losing her, I'm walking to all 100 Toronto Public Library branches to say the thank you that's long overdue (please don’t tell my knees).

This walk is my thank you—to her, to the Toronto Public Libraries and to everyone who believes public spaces still matter.

Come walk with me. Or just cheer from the sidelines. Either way, I'm glad you're here.

— Marci

P.S. My dog Tess (Chief Ball Officer) will be joining for some of the walks. She's excellent moral support and even better at making friends.