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 Poetry Towards Self-Discovery with Lamoí, The Wild Woman Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm Auditorium at Central Library Program Type: Community Partnership, Culture of Reading, Writing and Publishing Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors This creative writing workshop will combine the art of poetry writing with guided meditative writing prompts to facilitate thought, and writing towards self-discovery. Upcoming View Details 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 Jan 29 2026 Thu Poetry Towards Self-Discovery with Lamoí, The Wild Woman 6:30pm–8:30pm Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Community Partnership, Culture of Reading, Writing and Publishing Registration Required Event Details: This creative writing workshop will combine the art of poetry writing with guided meditative writing prompts to facilitate thought, and writing towards self-discovery.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Writing Circle: Collage Poetry Friday, January 30, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Silent Room 1 at Central Library Program Type: Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Writing and Publishing Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Pop by the library's Writing Circle to discuss poetry and prose with fellow writers. Try out some cool prompts and activities and be a part of your local creative writing community!Registration encouraged, but not required. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Jan 30 2026 Fri Writing Circle: Collage Poetry 7:00pm–8:00pm Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Central Library Room: Silent Room 1 Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Writing and Publishing Registration Required Event Details: Pop by the library's Writing Circle to discuss poetry and prose with fellow writers. Try out some cool prompts and activities and be a part of your local creative writing community!Registration encouraged, but not required.
This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Children" group 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 Family Drumming Afternoon with Drums et al (all ages) Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Storytime Area at Central Library Program Type: Black History Month, Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Celebrate an afternoon of traditional African drumming with Drums et al. Families will learn hand drumming, African chants and the origins of drums and drumming in Africa. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Children" group 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 Jan 31 2026 Sat Family Drumming Afternoon with Drums et al (all ages) 1:00pm–3:00pm Central Library Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Storytime Area Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Black History Month, Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging Event Details: Celebrate an afternoon of traditional African drumming with Drums et al. Families will learn hand drumming, African chants and the origins of drums and drumming in Africa. 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.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters Monday, February 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Auditorium at Central Library Program Type: Community Partnership Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors 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 This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Feb 2 2026 Mon Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters 6:00pm–8:00pm Central Library Library Branch: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Community Partnership 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 "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Community Makers & Artisans Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Maker Space - Common Area at Central Library Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY 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 Feb 5 2026 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 Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY Event Details: Meet up with fellow makers every Thursday! Bring your own projects, share ideas, and socialize.
This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group Crafting with Pride Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm Silent Room 1 at Central Library Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Community Wellness, Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging Age Group: Teen, Young Adult Welcome to Crafting with Pride! 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 and ages 16 – 25. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group Feb 11 2026 Wed Crafting with Pride 6:30pm–8:30pm Central Library Open Library Branch: Central Library Room: Silent Room 1 Age Group: Teen, Young Adult Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Community Wellness, Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging Registration Required Event Details: Welcome to Crafting with Pride! 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 and ages 16 – 25.
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 YMCA Financial Workshops: Income Tax & Benefits Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Learn the basics on filing taxes, about Tax-Free Saving Accounts, and about Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs).To Register: Call 905-427-7670. 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 Feb 12 2026 Thu YMCA Financial Workshops: Income Tax & Benefits 10:00am–11:30am Central Library Library Branch: Central Library Room: Maker Space - Event Room Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy Event Details: Learn the basics on filing taxes, about Tax-Free Saving Accounts, and about Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs).To Register: Call 905-427-7670.
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, February 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm George Ashe Library Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors View Details This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Feb 12 2026 Thu Community Makers & Artisans 1:00pm–3:00pm George Ashe Library Library Branch: George Ashe Library Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group Crafting Afro Futures with Jam's Creative Lab Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Black History Month, Community Partnership, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult Imagine the future from a PanAfrican/ AfroIndigenous perspective with Jam's Creative Lab this Black History Month. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group Feb 12 2026 Thu Crafting Afro Futures with Jam's Creative Lab 6:00pm–8:30pm George Ashe Library Upcoming Library Branch: George Ashe Library Room: Quiet Study Room Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Black History Month, Community Partnership, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging Registration Required Event Details: Imagine the future from a PanAfrican/ AfroIndigenous perspective with Jam's Creative Lab this Black History Month.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Tai Chi with Patrick Leung Friday, February 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Auditorium at Central Library Program Type: Community Wellness Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Join senior instructor at Tai Chi Journey, Patrick Leung for an introductory session on tai chi! Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Feb 13 2026 Fri Tai Chi with Patrick Leung 10:00am–11:00am Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Community Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Join senior instructor at Tai Chi Journey, Patrick Leung for an introductory session on tai chi!
Family Day All Day Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Library, All Library Locations Closing Feb 16 2026 Mon Closing Family Day All Day Branches: Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Library, 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 Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters Monday, February 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Auditorium at Central Library Program Type: Community Partnership Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors 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 This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Feb 16 2026 Mon Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters 6:00pm–8:00pm Central Library Library Branch: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Community Partnership 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 "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Community Makers & Artisans Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Maker Space - Common Area at Central Library Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY 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 Feb 19 2026 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 Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY Event Details: Meet up with fellow makers every Thursday! Bring your own projects, share ideas, and socialize.
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 Scratch That: DJing with At Any Age Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Maker Space - Common Area at Central Library Program Type: Black History Month, Community Partnership, Computers and Technology, Inclusion and Belonging, STEAM Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors We've all heard that distinct "wiki wiki" sound created by hip hop DJs. Upcoming View Details 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 Feb 19 2026 Thu Scratch That: DJing with At Any Age 7:00pm–8:30pm Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Central Library Room: Maker Space - Common Area Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Black History Month, Community Partnership, Computers and Technology, Inclusion and Belonging, STEAM Registration Required Event Details: We've all heard that distinct "wiki wiki" sound created by hip hop DJs.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Seed Library Launch: Three Sisters Planting Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm George Ashe Library Program Type: Community Wellness, Gardening, Inclusion and Belonging, Indigenous, Sustainability Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Celebrate the reopening of our Seed Library by learning about the Three Sisters Planting method, followed by a Seed Giveaway and planting activities for the whole family! Registration encouraged but not required. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Feb 21 2026 Sat Seed Library Launch: Three Sisters Planting 1:00pm–2:00pm George Ashe Library Upcoming Library Branch: George Ashe Library Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Community Wellness, Gardening, Inclusion and Belonging, Indigenous, Sustainability Registration Required Event Details: Celebrate the reopening of our Seed Library by learning about the Three Sisters Planting method, followed by a Seed Giveaway and planting activities for the whole family! Registration encouraged but not required. 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Children" group 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 Seed Library Launch: Plant With Us! Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm George Ashe Library Program Type: Community Wellness, Gardening, Sustainability Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Celebrate the reopening of our Seed Library with a Seed Giveaway and planting activities for the whole family! Bring a 2L-4L clean plastic bottle to make a self-watering planter or learn how to start a plant in a newspaper pot! Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Children" group 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 Feb 21 2026 Sat Seed Library Launch: Plant With Us! 2:00pm–3:00pm George Ashe Library Upcoming Library Branch: George Ashe Library Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Community Wellness, Gardening, Sustainability Registration Required Event Details: Celebrate the reopening of our Seed Library with a Seed Giveaway and planting activities for the whole family! Bring a 2L-4L clean plastic bottle to make a self-watering planter or learn how to start a plant in a newspaper pot! 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.
This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters Monday, February 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Auditorium at Central Library Program Type: Community Partnership Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors 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 This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Feb 23 2026 Mon Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters 6:00pm–8:00pm Central Library Library Branch: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Community Partnership 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 "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group Anime Club Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Film Screening, Inclusion and Belonging Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult Join us for our biweekly Anime Club meetup, where anime enthusiasts and those new to the genre come together for snacks, watch parties, and discussing our favourite moments and characters! Anime of the month: Demon Slayer Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group Feb 24 2026 Tue Anime Club 6:30pm–8:00pm Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Central Library Room: Maker Space - Event Room Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Film Screening, Inclusion and Belonging Registration Required Event Details: Join us for our biweekly Anime Club meetup, where anime enthusiasts and those new to the genre come together for snacks, watch parties, and discussing our favourite moments and characters! Anime of the month: Demon Slayer
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 Creative Writing Series: Publishing Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm Auditorium at Central Library Program Type: Culture of Reading, Writing and Publishing Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Let’s explore the traditional publishing process! Learn about querying agents, working with publishers, and participating in literary events. Upcoming View Details 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 Feb 24 2026 Tue Creative Writing Series: Publishing 7:00pm–8:30pm Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Culture of Reading, Writing and Publishing Registration Required Event Details: Let’s explore the traditional publishing process! Learn about querying agents, working with publishers, and participating in literary events.
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 YMCA Job Workshop: Better Jobs Ontario Info Session Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Were you laid off and are now having difficulty finding a job? Considering going back to school to upgrade for a new career? 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 Feb 26 2026 Thu YMCA Job Workshop: Better Jobs Ontario Info Session 10:00am–11:30am Central Library Library Branch: Central Library Room: Maker Space - Event Room Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy Event Details: Were you laid off and are now having difficulty finding a job? Considering going back to school to upgrade for a new career?
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, February 26, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm George Ashe Library Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors View Details This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Feb 26 2026 Thu Community Makers & Artisans 1:00pm–3:00pm George Ashe Library Library Branch: George Ashe Library Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
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, March 5, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Maker Space - Common Area at Central Library Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY 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 Mar 5 2026 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 Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY 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 Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters Monday, March 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Auditorium at Central Library Program Type: Community Partnership Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors 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 This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Mar 9 2026 Mon Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters 6:00pm–8:00pm Central Library Library Branch: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Community Partnership 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 "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group YMCA Job Workshop: Create a Winning Resume Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Sending out a lot of resumes with no response? Your resume may be in an outdated format, or not working with Tracking Systems (ATS) so employers don’t even see it! 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 Mar 12 2026 Thu YMCA Job Workshop: Create a Winning Resume 10:00am–11:30am Central Library Library Branch: Central Library Room: Maker Space - Event Room Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy Event Details: Sending out a lot of resumes with no response? Your resume may be in an outdated format, or not working with Tracking Systems (ATS) so employers don’t even see it!