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Teen Art Anthology

All Day 5/28 - 6/30

Virtual

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Library Branch: Virtual

Age Group: Teen

Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging, TGIS, Writing and Publishing

Event Details:

Are you a Teen who wants to have their art published at the library? Submit to our Teen Art Anthology!

Anime Club

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Maker Space - Event Room

Age Group: Teen

Program Type: Film Screening, Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us for our biweekly Anime Club meetup, where anime enthusiasts and teens new to the genre come together for snacks, watch parties, and to discuss our favourite moments and characters!

This month's anime: My Hero Academia

DnD with the Maker Space

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library

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Full

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Maker Space - Event Room

Age Group: Teen, Adult

Program Type: Maker Space

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us for an evening of 5th edition Dungeons and Dragons with a one-shot campaign! Delve into a world of creativity and adventure, and network with other DnD creatives while seeing how you can elevate your games with Maker Space equipment.

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Applying and Networking Like a Pro

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library

Open

Library Branch: George Ashe Library

Room: Quiet Study Room

Age Group: Teen, Young Adult

Program Type: Community Partnership

Registration Required

Event Details:

Not sure where to start in your job search? Learn how to define your personal brand and refine your job search strategy. During this session, you'll learn how to:

Photo Series: Smartphone Photography

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Maker Space - Event Room

Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Computers and Technology

Registration Required

Event Details:

This workshop will teach you how to achieve better quality results when shooting photographs with your smartphone. Topics include the differences and limitations of smartphone photography compared to dedicated cameras (e.g.

Joyful Movement: Celebrating Seniors Through Yoga

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Auditorium at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness

Registration Required

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!

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Poetry in the Park

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Inclusion and Belonging, Summer Reading, Writing and Publishing

Registration Required

Event Details:

Meet us under the gazebo in Esplanade Park for exciting open mic poetry! Share your own poems or some of your favourites, or feel free to listen and snack on provided cookies and coffee.

Therapy Cats

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Auditorium at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Teen

Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness

Registration Required

Event Details:

Exam season is fast-approaching. Take a moment to meet our feline guests from Therapeutic Paws of Canada.

Introduction to Android Phones and Tablets

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Maker Space - Event Room

Age Group: Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space

Registration Required

Event Details:

Familiarize yourself with your Android phone and/or tablet by learning the basics!

Introduction to iPhones and iPads

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm

Maker Space - Common Area at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Maker Space - Common Area

Age Group: Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space

Registration Required

Event Details:

Familiarize yourself with your Apple iPhone and/or iPad by learning the basics!

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Branches	Central Library					George Ashe Library	Virtual	Off Site	All Library Locations
Rooms	No room assigned	Auditorium	Central Lobby Outreach Table	Central Storytime Area	Maker Space - Event Room	George Ashe Storytime Area	No room assigned	No room assigned	No room assigned
All Day									This event is in the "Children" group Poetry Slam Contest! (Grades 1-8) All Day 3/21–4/30 Children All Library Locations This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: All Library Locations Age Group: Children Program Type: Writing and Publishing Event Details: Celebrate National Poetry Month this April by joining our kids Poetry Slam Contest! It's your chance to let your imagination soar and share your poetic creations with the world! Contest details: This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Adult Poetry Contest All Day 4/1–4/30 Adult, Young Adult, Seniors All Library Locations This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: All Library Locations Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Culture of Reading, Writing and Publishing Event Details: Submit your poem by email to adults@pickeringlibrary.ca or drop off a paper copy at any Pickering Public Library location. Please include your name and contact information. This event is in the "Teen" group Teen Poetry Contest! (Grades 9-12) All Day 4/1–4/30 Teen All Library Locations This event is in the "Teen" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: All Library Locations Age Group: Teen Program Type: Culture of Reading, Writing and Publishing Event Details: Celebrate National Poetry Month this April by joining our teens Poetry Slam Contest! It's your chance to let your imagination soar and share your poetic creations with the world! 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.
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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Lobby Outreach Table 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Storytime Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Culture of Reading, 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Print Your T4s with Service Canada 11:00am–3:30pm Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Central Library This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy Event Details: Drop by the Pickering Public Library and meet with a Service Canada representative to prepare for filing your taxes! A representative will help you with printing T4s for pensions and Employment Insurance.	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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: George Ashe Library Room: George Ashe Storytime Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Partnership, Early Literacy Event Details: This program will introduce infants to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments.
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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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: George Ashe Library Room: George Ashe Storytime Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Partnership, Early Literacy Event Details: This program will introduce infants to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments.
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4:30pm		This event is in the "Children" group Tote-ally Fun: Earth Day Crafts (6-12 yrs) 4:30pm–5:30pm Children Central Library Full Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Wellness, Gardening Registration Required Event Details: Celebrate Earth Day by decorating reusable tote bags to promote sustainability and reduce waste. Get ready for a “tote-ally” fun time! Supplies will be provided.
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6:30pm		This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teen" group Youth Leadership Toastmasters (11-17 yrs) 6:30pm–8:00pm Children, Teen Central Library Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teen" group Waitlist Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Children, Teen Program Type: Community Partnership Registration Required Event Details: The Youth Leadership Program with Toastmasters International is geared for youth to develop their communication and leadership skills through practical experience.			This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Vinyl Cutter & Heat Press 6:30pm–8:30pm Teen, Adult, Seniors Central Library Full Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Maker Space - Event Room Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors Program Type: Computers and Technology, Crafts and DIY, Maker Space Registration Required Event Details: Want to learn how to use the Vinyl Cutter? Join us for this workshop where you will learn the basics of vector graphics and how to create a simple design using Inkscape, a free vector software.
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7:00pm							This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group One eRead Canada 2025: Valid by Chris Bergeron 7:00pm–8:00pm Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Virtual Virtual Event This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Author Event, Book Club, Community Partnership Event Details: One eRead Canada is a digital book club connecting readers and libraries from across Canada.
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