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. View Details 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 Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Writing and Publishing 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 "Children" group. Get Ready for Kindergarten (3-4 yrs) Monday, May 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library Program Type: Community Wellness, Early Literacy Age Group: Children Get your child ready for Kindergarten! Weekly themes include: Know Your Name, Finger Play, Self-Help, and Gluing and Cutting. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. May 12 2025 Mon Get Ready for Kindergarten (3-4 yrs) 10:00am - 11:00am George Ashe Library Open Library Branch: George Ashe Library Room: Quiet Study Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Wellness, Early Literacy Registration Required Event Details: Get your child ready for Kindergarten! Weekly themes include: Know Your Name, Finger Play, Self-Help, and Gluing and Cutting. 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.
This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Genealogy Drop-In Monday, May 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm Maker Space - Common Area at Central Library Program Type: Local History and Genealogy Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Stop by the Central Library for a monthly, afternoon drop-in to work on genealogy projects with the support of library staff and other genealogy enthusiasts. Staff will be on site to introduce genealogy tools like Ancestry.ca and as View Details This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. May 12 2025 Mon Genealogy Drop-In 10:30am - 12:30pm Central Library Library Branch: Central Library Room: Maker Space - Common Area Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Local History and Genealogy Event Details: Stop by the Central Library for a monthly, afternoon drop-in to work on genealogy projects with the support of library staff and other genealogy enthusiasts. Staff will be on site to introduce genealogy tools like Ancestry.ca and as
This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. English Conversation Circle Monday, May 12, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Silent Room 1 at Central Library Program Type: Community Partnership, Inclusion and Belonging Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors For newcomers in the Pickering area looking to practice conversational English, meet new people, and learn about your community. Join us for a one hour conversation circle in partnership with Community Development Council Durham. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. May 12 2025 Mon English Conversation Circle 6:30pm - 7:30pm Central Library Library Branch: Central Library Room: Silent Room 1 Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Community Partnership, Inclusion and Belonging Event Details: For newcomers in the Pickering area looking to practice conversational English, meet new people, and learn about your community. Join us for a one hour conversation circle in partnership with Community Development Council Durham.
This event is in the "Adult" group. Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters Monday, May 12, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Auditorium at Central Library Age Group: Adult Find your voice at Toastmasters! Hear some great speakers and enjoy warm conversation and watch a Toastmasters meeting unfold. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group. May 12 2025 Mon Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters 7:00pm - 8:30pm Central Library Library Branch: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Adult Event Details: Find your voice at Toastmasters! Hear some great speakers and enjoy warm conversation and watch a Toastmasters meeting unfold.
This event is in the "Children" group. Baby & Toddler Storytime (0-2 yrs) Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Central Storytime Area at Central Library Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime Age Group: Children Perfect for little ones who love bounces and tickles! This storytime features books, songs and action rhymes for little ones! View Details This event is in the "Children" group. May 13 2025 Tue Baby & Toddler Storytime (0-2 yrs) 10:00am - 10:30am Central Library Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Storytime Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime Event Details: Perfect for little ones who love bounces and tickles! This storytime features books, songs and action rhymes for little ones!
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 Tuesday, May 13, 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. May 13 2025 Tue 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 "Seniors" group. Seniors Social Tuesday, May 13, 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. May 13 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, May 13, 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. May 13 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 - West Shore Community Centre Tuesday, May 13, 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. May 13 2025 Tue Ovee Stop - West Shore 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. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Introduction to Servers & Home Labbing Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors Home Labbing has seen a surge of interest over the last several years with projects such as Proxmox and TrueNAS. 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. May 13 2025 Tue Introduction to Servers & Home Labbing 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, Maker Space Registration Required Event Details: Home Labbing has seen a surge of interest over the last several years with projects such as Proxmox and TrueNAS.
This event is in the "Children" group. Family Storytime (2-5 yrs) Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Central Storytime Area at Central Library Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime Age Group: Children This interactive and fun storytime features books, action songs and rhymes for the whole family! View Details This event is in the "Children" group. May 14 2025 Wed Family Storytime (2-5 yrs) 10:00am - 10:30am Central Library 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 Wednesday, May 14, 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. May 14 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, May 14, 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. May 14 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, May 14, 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. May 14 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, May 14, 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. May 14 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 "Adult" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Get Ready for the Job Fair! Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Financial Literacy, Inclusion and Belonging Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Prepare for the May 15th, 2025 Job Fair by attending VPI Employment Services' resume and interview skills workshop! Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. May 14 2025 Wed Get Ready for the Job Fair! 2:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Open Library Branch: Central Library Room: Maker Space - Event Room Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Financial Literacy, Inclusion and Belonging Registration Required Event Details: Prepare for the May 15th, 2025 Job Fair by attending VPI Employment Services' resume and interview skills workshop!
This event is in the "Children" group. Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months) Wednesday, May 14, 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. May 14 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. Asian Heritage Month Craft Fun! (8-12 yrs) Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging Age Group: Children Celebrate Asian Heritage Month with two vibrant crafts! Make a Koinobori, a colourful Japanese carp streamer, or design a Sam Taeguk fan, a traditional Korean fan. Choose one or make both—let your creativity soar! Supplies will be provided. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. May 14 2025 Wed Asian Heritage Month Craft Fun! (8-12 yrs) 5:30pm - 6:30pm George Ashe Library Open Library Branch: George Ashe Library Room: Quiet Study Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging Registration Required Event Details: Celebrate Asian Heritage Month with two vibrant crafts! Make a Koinobori, a colourful Japanese carp streamer, or design a Sam Taeguk fan, a traditional Korean fan. Choose one or make both—let your creativity soar! Supplies will be provided.
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 Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm Silent Room 1 at Central Library Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Inclusion and Belonging Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult 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. Open 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. May 14 2025 Wed The Prism Collective 6:30pm - 8:30pm Central Library Open Library Branch: Central Library Room: Silent Room 1 Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Inclusion and Belonging Registration Required 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.
This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Tea & Books: Based on a True Story Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Auditorium at Central Library Program Type: Culture of Reading Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Our staff will present new and exciting books available at the Library as you enjoy some tea, snacks, discussion and social time with others. You just might discover your next favourite author! Waitlist Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. May 14 2025 Wed Tea & Books: Based on a True Story 7:00pm - 8:00pm Central Library Waitlist Library Branch: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Culture of Reading Registration Required Event Details: Our staff will present new and exciting books available at the Library as you enjoy some tea, snacks, discussion and social time with others. You just might discover your next favourite author!
This event is in the "Children" group. Claremont Storytime (2-5 yrs) Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Claremont Library Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime Age Group: Children This interactive and fun storytime features books, action songs and rhymes for the whole family! View Details This event is in the "Children" group. May 15 2025 Thu Claremont Storytime (2-5 yrs) 10:00am - 10:30am Claremont Library Library Branch: Claremont Library 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 "Children" group. Neurodivergent Storytime (2-6 yrs) Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am Auditorium at Central Library Program Type: Inclusion and Belonging Age Group: Children This storytime takes place in a quiet and safe environment. It includes interactive stories, songs, action-rhymes, fingerplays and sensory activities which promote literacy skills and development. View Details This event is in the "Children" group. May 15 2025 Thu Neurodivergent Storytime (2-6 yrs) 10:00am - 10:45am Central Library Library Branch: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Children Program Type: Inclusion and Belonging Event Details: This storytime takes place in a quiet and safe environment. It includes interactive stories, songs, action-rhymes, fingerplays and sensory activities which promote literacy skills and development.
This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. VPI Employment Services Job Fair Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 11:30am - 3:30pm Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Financial Literacy, Inclusion and Belonging Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors VPI Employment Services would like to formally invite you to an in-Person Job Fair. View Details This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. May 15 2025 Thu VPI Employment Services Job Fair 11:30am - 3:30pm Central Library Library Branch: Central Library Room: Maker Space - Event Room Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Financial Literacy, Inclusion and Belonging Event Details: VPI Employment Services would like to formally invite you to an in-Person Job Fair.