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Name: Mindful Movements with Amanda Dass
Start: 2025-01-31T10:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-01-31T11:00:00-05:00
Location: Central Library

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Two individuals performing Yoga movements.

Mindful Movements with Amanda Dass

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Auditorium at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Community Wellness

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 4

Event Details:

Looking to find balance within your day-to-day life and regain awareness of your mind and body? Then this is the session for you!

Science Fair: How-To Workshop (Grades 3 - 12)

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Auditorium at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Children, Teen

Program Type: Community Wellness, STEAM

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 15

Event Details:

Want to learn more about what makes a great Science Fair entry? Join us for our Science Fair How-To Workshop and learn all the tips and tricks to help you create a masterpiece!

Books and Brushes: Design Library Bookends!

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Auditorium at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Teen

Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Culture of Reading

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 14

Event Details:

Design and paint a bookend to decorate the Youth Space! Leave your mark by helping to create a fun and welcoming space for Teens. Fantasy, Marvel, Video games, paint whatever design brings you joy!

Disclaimer(s)

Teen only event

This event is intended for teens between the ages of 13-19 only. To maintain a safe space for our teens, children and adults are not permitted.

Introduction to Operating Systems - Windows 11

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Maker Space at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Maker Space

Age Group: Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 14

Event Details:

'This introductory workshop will teach you the basics of using the Microsoft Windows 11 operating system for PC computers. Fundamentals such as File Explorer, the Windows Desktop, Control Panel and more will be discussed.

Monsters and Creatures DnD Minis Painting

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Maker Space at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Maker Space

Age Group: Teen, Adult

Program Type: Crafts and DIY, Maker Space

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 12

Event Details:

Want to learn how to create your own Dungeons & Dragons mini for your next campaign? Join us and bring your favourite DnD monsters & creatures to life with basic painting techniques.

Community Celebration and Update

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Central Storytime Area at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Central Storytime Area

Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult

Program Type: Inclusion and Belonging, Library Board, Sustainability

Event Details:

Join us to celebrate our amazing volunteers in 2024 and to learn about the progress we have been making with our new 2024-2027 Strategic Plan!

Disclaimer(s)

Library Event Photo Policy

By attending this Library event, you consent to having your photo/video taken by Library staff in accordance with Library Policy.

XOXO: Valentine Card Making

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Teens Area at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Teens Area

Age Group: Teen

Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 12

Event Details:

Love is in the air! Come join us to make some handmade valentine's cards for your partner, crush, or friends. Materials and snacks provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Teen only event

This event is intended for teens between the ages of 13-19 only. To maintain a safe space for our teens, children and adults are not permitted.

Open book of poetry beside a vase of flowers.

Creative Writing Series: Poetry

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Auditorium at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Culture of Reading, Writing and Publishing

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 0

Event Details:

Is poetry simply a bunch of fancy rhymes jumbled together, or is it so much more? Learn the answer at this program as we take a look at the characteristics of a poem, different types of poetry, and just how powerful poetry can be.

Coding Workshop with Ontario Tech University (Grades 1-4)

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Auditorium at Central Library

Waitlist

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Community Partnership, STEAM

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 0

Event Details:

c_wonder Coding Workshops aim to introduce children to the fundamentals of coding and its applications in the real world.

LEGO Club! (6-12 yrs)

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library

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Library Branch: George Ashe Library

Room: Quiet Study Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Inclusion and Belonging, STEAM

Event Details:

Come and meet new friends and play with LEGO! Let your creativity be your guide. Supplies will be provided.

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Branches	Central Library					George Ashe Library	Off Site
Rooms	Central Lobby Vestibule	Auditorium	Central Lobby	Central Storytime Area	Maker Space	George Ashe Storytime Area	No room assigned
All Day	This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Prom Boutique Clothing Donation All Day 1/14 - 2/14 Teen, Adult, Young Adult Central Library This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Lobby Vestibule Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging Event Details: Help a student shine on their special day!
10:00am			This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table 10:00am - 6:00pm Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Central Library This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Lobby Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging Event Details: The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) is a community-based, multi-service agency dedicated to offering a broad range of community services.	This event is in the "Children" group. Family Storytime (2-5 yrs) 10:00am - 10:30am Children Central Library This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Storytime Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Early Literacy, Storytime Event Details: This interactive and fun storytime features books, action songs and rhymes for the whole family!			This event is in the "All Ages" group. Ovee Stop - Rick Johnson Memorial Park 10:00am - 12:00pm All Ages Off Site Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Ovee, Rick Johnson Memorial Park Event Details: Visit us at our mobile library, Ovee! This service will be at the given address at the scheduled date and time.
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11:00am		This event is in the "Adult" group. DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support) 11:00am - 1:00pm Adult Central Library This event is in the "Adult" group. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Adult Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness DARS is a volunteer-led community outreach initiative that aims to serve low-income families and individuals experiencing housing instability in Pickering and Ajax. They offer a safe, inclusive space for social connection and a warm meal. Clients can also receive pantry staples, clothing, access to showers, and assistance with housing and income applications. Disclaimer(s) Animals may be present at this event Please be advised that animals (including service animals) may be present at this event.
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1:30pm						This event is in the "Children" group. Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months) 1:30pm - 2:30pm Children George Ashe Library This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: George Ashe Library Room: George Ashe Storytime Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Partnership Event Details: This program will introduce infants to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
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3:00pm						This event is in the "Children" group. Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months) 3:00pm - 4:00pm Children George Ashe Library This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: George Ashe Library Room: George Ashe Storytime Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Partnership Event Details: This program will introduce infants to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
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4:30pm		This event is in the "Children" group. Valentine's Craft Fun! (6-10 yrs) 4:30pm - 5:30pm Children Central Library Open Registration This event is in the "Children" group. Open Library Branch: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY Registration Required Seats Remaining: 19 Event Details: Love is in the air! Join us to make a Valentine craft for yourself or someone you love. Supplies will be provided.
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6:15pm
6:30pm		This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. The Prism Collective 6:30pm - 8:30pm Teen, Adult, Young Adult Central Library Open Registration This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. Open Library Branch: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Inclusion and Belonging Registration Required Seats Remaining: 30 Event Details: Welcome to the Prism Collective! We will be meeting every month for games, activities, watch parties, and discussions around community and identity. This is a program for 2SLGBTQIA+ community members and allies ages 16 – 25.
6:45pm
7:00pm					This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Introduction to the Sound Booth & Audio Recording 7:00pm - 8:30pm Teen, Adult, Seniors Central Library Open Registration This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Open Library Branch: Central Library Room: Maker Space Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space Registration Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: Did you know that the Pickering Library hosts a sound recording booth? In this workshop, you will learn the basics of how to record audio such as your voice using the free and open source software called Audacity.
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