This event is in the "Children" group Tails of Hope Short Story Contest (5-12 yrs) All Day 5/12 - 7/13 Virtual Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Writing and Publishing Age Group: Children Join Pickering Public Library, Pickering Animal Services and Hifive Kids Dental & Braces and write a story about your furry friend. Open Register Now Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Children" group May-Jul 2025 Tails of Hope Short Story Contest (5-12 yrs) All Day 5/12–7/13 Virtual Open Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Writing and Publishing Registration Required Event Details: Join Pickering Public Library, Pickering Animal Services and Hifive Kids Dental & Braces and write a story about your furry friend.
This event is in the "Teen" group Teen Art Anthology All Day 5/28 - 6/30 Virtual Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging, TGIS, Writing and Publishing Age Group: Teen Are you a Teen who wants to have their art published at the library? Submit to our Teen Art Anthology! View Details Virtual Event This event is in the "Teen" group May-Jun 2025 Teen Art Anthology All Day 5/28–6/30 Virtual 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! 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.
This event is in the "Seniors" group Seniors Social Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Program Type: Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging Age Group: Seniors Get together with other Seniors every Tuesday afternoon for coffee and snacks. This fun gathering features lively games of Rummikub, Sequence, and Dominoes. View Details This event is in the "Seniors" group Jun 17 2025 Tue Seniors Social 1:00pm–3:00pm Central Library Library Branch: Central Library Age Group: Seniors Program Type: Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging Event Details: Get together with other Seniors every Tuesday afternoon for coffee and snacks. This fun gathering features lively games of Rummikub, Sequence, and Dominoes.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Ovee Stop - Creekside Park Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm Off Site Program Type: Ovee Age Group: All Ages Visit us at our mobile library, Ovee! This service will be at the given address at the scheduled date and time. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group Jun 17 2025 Tue Ovee Stop - Creekside Park 4:00pm–5:30pm Off Site Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Ovee Event Details: Visit us at our mobile library, Ovee! This service will be at the given address at the scheduled date and time.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Ovee Stop - Greenwood Community Centre Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Off Site Program Type: Ovee Age Group: All Ages Visit us at our mobile library, Ovee! This service will be at the given address at the scheduled date and time. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group Jun 17 2025 Tue Ovee Stop - Greenwood Community Centre 6:00pm–7:00pm Off Site Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Ovee Event Details: Visit us at our mobile library, Ovee! This service will be at the given address at the scheduled date and time.
This event is in the "Teen" group Anime Club Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library Program Type: Film Screening, Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging Age Group: Teen 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 Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group Jun 17 2025 Tue Anime Club 6:30pm–8:00pm 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 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Ovee Stop - Rick Johnson Memorial Park Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Off Site Program Type: Ovee, Rick Johnson Memorial Park Age Group: All Ages Visit us at our mobile library, Ovee! This service will be at the given address at the scheduled date and time. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group Jun 18 2025 Wed Ovee Stop - Rick Johnson Memorial Park 10:00am–12:00pm Off Site 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.
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 Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 6:00pm Central Lobby Outreach Table at Central Library Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) is a community-based, multi-service agency dedicated to offering a broad range of community services. View Details 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 Jun 18 2025 Wed The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table 10:00am–6:00pm Central Library 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 "Adult" group DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support) Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 2:00pm Auditorium at Central Library Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness Age Group: Adult DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support): 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 sa... View Details This event is in the "Adult" group Jun 18 2025 Wed DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support) 11:00am–2:00pm Central Library 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.
This event is in the "Children" group Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months) Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm George Ashe Storytime Area at George Ashe Library Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Early Literacy Age Group: Children This program will introduce infants to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jun 18 2025 Wed Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months) 1:30pm–2:30pm George Ashe Library Library Branch: George Ashe Library Room: George Ashe Storytime Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Early Literacy Event Details: This program will introduce infants to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments.
This event is in the "Children" group Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months) Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm George Ashe Storytime Area at George Ashe Library Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Early Literacy Age Group: Children This program will introduce infants to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jun 18 2025 Wed Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months) 3:00pm–4:00pm George Ashe Library Library Branch: George Ashe Library Room: George Ashe Storytime Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Early Literacy Event Details: This program will introduce infants to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teen" group Tween Turnout (10-14 yrs) Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm Teens Area at Central Library Program Type: Crafts and DIY, Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging Age Group: Children, Teen Relax and connect while playing games with other tweens! This is a program for youth (ages 10-14). View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teen" group Jun 18 2025 Wed Tween Turnout (10-14 yrs) 5:30pm–6:30pm Central Library Library Branch: Central Library Room: Teens Area Age Group: Children, Teen Program Type: Crafts and DIY, Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging Event Details: Relax and connect while playing games with other tweens! This is a program for youth (ages 10-14).
This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group DnD with the Maker Space Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 5:30pm - 8:30pm Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library Program Type: Maker Space Age Group: Teen, Adult 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. Full View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group Jun 18 2025 Wed DnD with the Maker Space 5:30pm–8:30pm Central Library 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.
This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group Applying and Networking Like a Pro Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library Program Type: Community Partnership Age Group: Teen, Young Adult 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: Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group Jun 18 2025 Wed Applying and Networking Like a Pro 6:30pm–8:00pm 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:
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teen" group Youth Leadership Toastmasters (11-17 yrs) Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm Auditorium at Central Library Program Type: Community Partnership Age Group: Children, Teen The Youth Leadership Program with Toastmasters International is geared for youth to develop their communication and leadership skills through practical experience. Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teen" group Jun 18 2025 Wed Youth Leadership Toastmasters (11-17 yrs) 6:30pm–8:00pm Central Library Waitlist 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 "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Community Makers & Artisans Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Maker Space - Common Area at Central Library Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Meet up with fellow makers every Thursday! Bring your own projects, share ideas, and socialize. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jun 19 2025 Thu Community Makers & Artisans 1:00pm–3:00pm Central Library Library Branch: Central Library Room: Maker Space - Common Area Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Event Details: Meet up with fellow makers every Thursday! Bring your own projects, share ideas, and socialize.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Harm Reduction Information and Education Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Lobby Outreach Table at Central Library Program Type: Community Partnership Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Harm Reduction Outreach Counsellors with the Harm Reduction Outreach program at John Howard Society Durham will be on-site at the Pickering Central Library to offer harm reduction education and information as well as Naloxone training and distribu View Details This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jun 19 2025 Thu Harm Reduction Information and Education 1:00pm–3:00pm Central Library Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Lobby Outreach Table Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Community Partnership Event Details: Harm Reduction Outreach Counsellors with the Harm Reduction Outreach program at John Howard Society Durham will be on-site at the Pickering Central Library to offer harm reduction education and information as well as Naloxone training and distribu
This event is in the "Teen" group Youth Drop In Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm Teens Area at Central Library Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Community Wellness, Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging Age Group: Teen Games, Music, and Snacks. Every week, every time. A Youth Outreach Worker from Durham Community Health Centre will be on site. Resources included. All welcome! View Details This event is in the "Teen" group Jun 19 2025 Thu Youth Drop In 4:00pm–5:30pm Central Library Library Branch: Central Library Room: Teens Area Age Group: Teen Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Community Wellness, Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging Event Details: Games, Music, and Snacks. Every week, every time. A Youth Outreach Worker from Durham Community Health Centre will be on site. Resources included. All welcome! 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.
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 Create Your Own Rainbow Keychain Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Felt with Pride as we join a fun and creative Needle Felting Workshop where you’ll craft your very own Pride flag keychain! Waitlist Register Now Registration Required 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 Jun 19 2025 Thu Create Your Own Rainbow Keychain 6:30pm–8:30pm George Ashe Library Waitlist Library Branch: George Ashe Library Room: Quiet Study Room Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging Registration Required Event Details: Felt with Pride as we join a fun and creative Needle Felting Workshop where you’ll craft your very own Pride flag keychain!
This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Photo Series: Smartphone Photography Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library Program Type: Computers and Technology Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors 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. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jun 19 2025 Thu Photo Series: Smartphone Photography 7:00pm–8:30pm 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.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Joyful Movement: Celebrating Seniors Through Yoga Friday, June 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am Auditorium at Central Library Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness Age Group: Adult, Seniors 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! Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jun 20 2025 Fri Joyful Movement: Celebrating Seniors Through Yoga 10:00am–11:00am Central Library Waitlist 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!
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 Pickering Small Business Hub Friday, June 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Central Lobby Outreach Table at Central Library Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Financial Literacy Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Pickering-based entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their business can speak with a staff member at the Outreach Table in the Central Library lobby to receive support! View Details 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 Jun 20 2025 Fri Pickering Small Business Hub 10:00am–12:00pm Central Library Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Lobby Outreach Table Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Financial Literacy Event Details: Pickering-based entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their business can speak with a staff member at the Outreach Table in the Central Library lobby to receive support!
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker Friday, June 20, 2025 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm Collab Room 1 (blue) at Central Library Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness Age Group: Adult, Seniors An Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker from the Oshawa office will be onsite every Friday at the Central Library to assist you, and no appointment is necessary. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jun 20 2025 Fri Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker 1:30pm–4:00pm Central Library Library Branch: Central Library Room: Collab Room 1 (blue) Age Group: Adult, Seniors Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness Event Details: An Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker from the Oshawa office will be onsite every Friday at the Central Library to assist you, and no appointment is necessary.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Ovee Stop - Hollymeadow Park Friday, June 20, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm Off Site Program Type: Ovee Age Group: All Ages Visit us at our mobile library, Ovee! This service will be at the given address at the scheduled date and time. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group Jun 20 2025 Fri Ovee Stop - Hollymeadow Park 2:30pm–3:30pm Off Site Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Ovee Event Details: Visit us at our mobile library, Ovee! This service will be at the given address at the scheduled date and time.