This event is in the "Children" group STEM Workshop with Ontario Tech University (6-9 yrs) Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Auditorium at Central Library Program Type: Community Partnership, Games and Activities, STEAM Age Group: Children Boost your child's STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) skills with Ontario Tech University's Engineering Outreach Team! Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 17 2026 Sat STEM Workshop with Ontario Tech University (6-9 yrs) 10:00am–12:00pm Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Partnership, Games and Activities, STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Boost your child's STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) skills with Ontario Tech University's Engineering Outreach Team!
This event is in the "Children" group Science Fair: How-To Workshop (Grades 3-12) Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Auditorium at Central Library Program Type: Community Wellness, STEAM Age Group: Children 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! Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Science Fair: How-To Workshop (Grades 3-12) 2:00pm–3:00pm Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Wellness, STEAM Registration Required 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!
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 Puzzle Competition! Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm George Ashe Library Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Hey puzzle masters, looking for a challenge? 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 Jan 17 2026 Sat Puzzle Competition! 2:00pm–4:00pm George Ashe Library Upcoming Library Branch: George Ashe Library Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities Registration Required Event Details: Hey puzzle masters, looking for a challenge?
This event is in the "Children" group Get Ready for Kindergarten (3-5 yrs) Monday, January 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library Program Type: Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Games and Activities Age Group: Children Start off the new year by getting your child ready for kindergarten! This program is geared for children entering kindergarten in 2026. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 19 2026 Mon Get Ready for Kindergarten (3-5 yrs) 10:00am–11:00am George Ashe Library Upcoming Library Branch: George Ashe Library Room: Quiet Study Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Games and Activities Registration Required Event Details: Start off the new year by getting your child ready for kindergarten! This program is geared for children entering kindergarten in 2026.
This event is in the "Children" group Sensory-Friendly Storytime with Autism Ontario (2-6 yrs) Monday, January 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Auditorium at Central Library Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Inclusion and Belonging, Storytime Age Group: Children Join us in partnership with the Autism Ontario for a welcoming and inclusive Sensory-Friendly Storytime designed specifically with sensory sensitivities in mind. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 19 2026 Mon Sensory-Friendly Storytime with Autism Ontario (2-6 yrs) 10:00am–11:00am Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Inclusion and Belonging, Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Join us in partnership with the Autism Ontario for a welcoming and inclusive Sensory-Friendly Storytime designed specifically with sensory sensitivities in mind.
This event is in the "Children" group Music and Movement with EarlyON (birth to 6 yrs) Monday, January 19, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm Auditorium at Central Library Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Early Literacy Age Group: Children This program will introduce children to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jan 19 2026 Mon Music and Movement with EarlyON (birth to 6 yrs) 1:30pm–3:00pm Central Library Library Branch: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Early Literacy Event Details: This program will introduce children to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments.
This event is in the "Children" group Baby & Toddler Storytime (0-2 yrs) Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Central Storytime Area at Central Library Program Type: Community Wellness, 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 Jan 20 2026 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: Community Wellness, 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 "Children" group STEM and Robotics Workshop (8-12 yrs) Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library Program Type: Community Wellness, Computers and Technology, Games and Activities, STEAM Age Group: Children Discover the world of robotics and coding in this hands-on STEM program! Participants will learn how to build and program robots using Arduino and Micro:bit. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 20 2026 Tue STEM and Robotics Workshop (8-12 yrs) 6:00pm–7:30pm George Ashe Library Upcoming Library Branch: George Ashe Library Room: Quiet Study Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Wellness, Computers and Technology, Games and Activities, STEAM Registration Required Event Details: Discover the world of robotics and coding in this hands-on STEM program! Participants will learn how to build and program robots using Arduino and Micro:bit.
This event is in the "Children" group Family Storytime (2-5 yrs) Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Central Storytime Area at Central Library Program Type: Community Wellness, 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 Jan 21 2026 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: Community Wellness, 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 Mall Storytime! (2-5 yrs) Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 12:00pm - 12:30pm Off Site Program Type: Community Partnership, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime Age Group: Children Join us for an interactive and fun storytime at The Shops at Pickering City Centre! This storytime will feature books, action songs and rhymes for the whole family! View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group Jan 21 2026 Wed Mall Storytime! (2-5 yrs) 12:00pm–12:30pm Off Site Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Partnership, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime Event Details: Join us for an interactive and fun storytime at The Shops at Pickering City Centre! This storytime will feature books, action songs and rhymes for the whole family!
This event is in the "Children" group Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months) Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm Central Storytime Area at Central Library Program Type: Community Partnership, Culture of Reading, 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 Jan 21 2026 Wed Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months) 1:30pm–2:30pm Central Library Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Storytime Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Partnership, Culture of Reading, 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 Music and Movement with EarlyON (birth to 6 yrs) Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Central Storytime Area at Central Library Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy Age Group: Children This program will introduce children to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jan 21 2026 Wed Music and Movement with EarlyON (birth to 6 yrs) 3:00pm–4:00pm Central Library Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Storytime Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy Event Details: This program will introduce children to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments.
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 Digital Art Drop-in Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors It's time to unleash your inner artist! This all ages event will introduce you to digital art and teach you how to use our new Wacom tablets so you can create your very own masterpiece. 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 21 2026 Wed Digital Art Drop-in 5:00pm–9:00pm Central Library Library Branch: Central Library Room: Maker Space - Event Room Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space Event Details: It's time to unleash your inner artist! This all ages event will introduce you to digital art and teach you how to use our new Wacom tablets so you can create your very own masterpiece.
This event is in the "Children" group Claremont Storytime (2-5 yrs) Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Claremont Library Program Type: Community Wellness, 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 Jan 22 2026 Thu Claremont Storytime (2-5 yrs) 10:00am–10:30am Claremont Library Library Branch: Claremont Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Wellness, 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 From Story to Play (2-5 yrs) Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Games and Activities, Storytime Age Group: Children Enjoy a themed storytime followed by open-ended play with a variety of creative and engaging materials inspired by the tale. Perfect for curious little hands and big imaginations! View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jan 22 2026 Thu From Story to Play (2-5 yrs) 2:00pm–3:00pm George Ashe Library Library Branch: George Ashe Library Room: Quiet Study Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Games and Activities, Storytime Event Details: Enjoy a themed storytime followed by open-ended play with a variety of creative and engaging materials inspired by the tale. Perfect for curious little hands and big imaginations!
This event is in the "Children" group Science Fair: How-To Workshop (Grades 3-12) Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library Program Type: Community Wellness, STEAM Age Group: Children 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! Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 22 2026 Thu Science Fair: How-To Workshop (Grades 3-12) 6:30pm–7:30pm George Ashe Library Upcoming Library Branch: George Ashe Library Room: Quiet Study Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Wellness, STEAM Registration Required 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!
This event is in the "Children" group Get Ready for Kindergarten (3-5 yrs) Friday, January 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Games and Activities Age Group: Children Start off the new year by getting your child ready for kindergarten! This program is geared for children entering kindergarten in 2026. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 23 2026 Fri Get Ready for Kindergarten (3-5 yrs) 10:00am–11:00am Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Central Library Room: Maker Space - Event Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Games and Activities Registration Required Event Details: Start off the new year by getting your child ready for kindergarten! This program is geared for children entering kindergarten in 2026.
This event is in the "Children" group PA Day Fun: LEGO Marble Run (6-12 yrs) Friday, January 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities Age Group: Children Build, test, and race! Design a 2D or 3D marble run using LEGO, then challenge your friends to see whose creation rules the track. All LEGO and marbles are supplied—just bring your imagination! View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jan 23 2026 Fri PA Day Fun: LEGO Marble Run (6-12 yrs) 10:00am–11:30am George Ashe Library Library Branch: George Ashe Library Room: Quiet Study Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities Event Details: Build, test, and race! Design a 2D or 3D marble run using LEGO, then challenge your friends to see whose creation rules the track. All LEGO and marbles are supplied—just bring your imagination!
This event is in the "Children" group PA Day Fun: The Salmon Are Coming with Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters! (6-12 yrs) Friday, January 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Central Storytime Area at Central Library Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Sustainability Age Group: Children Join the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters as they deliver salmon eggs to the library. Participants will be able to engage and ask questions about the eggs as well as enjoy a variety of salmon related activities and crafts! Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 23 2026 Fri PA Day Fun: The Salmon Are Coming with Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters! (6-12 yrs) 10:00am–12:00pm Central Library Upcoming Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Storytime Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Sustainability Registration Required Event Details: Join the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters as they deliver salmon eggs to the library. Participants will be able to engage and ask questions about the eggs as well as enjoy a variety of salmon related activities and crafts!
This event is in the "Children" group PA Day Fun: Play with Osmos! (5-8 yrs) Friday, January 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities, STEAM Age Group: Children Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 23 2026 Fri PA Day Fun: Play with Osmos! (5-8 yrs) 2:00pm–3:30pm George Ashe Library Upcoming Library Branch: George Ashe Library Room: Quiet Study Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities, STEAM Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group Explore & Discover with EarlyON (birth to 6 yrs) Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:30pm Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Early Literacy Age Group: Children Join us for a fun and engaging program where your child can explore, investigate, and discover the world around them through inquiry-based play. Each week features a new theme designed to spark imagination and learning. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jan 24 2026 Sat Explore & Discover with EarlyON (birth to 6 yrs) 10:00am–12:30pm George Ashe Library Library Branch: George Ashe Library Room: Quiet Study Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Early Literacy Event Details: Join us for a fun and engaging program where your child can explore, investigate, and discover the world around them through inquiry-based play. Each week features a new theme designed to spark imagination and learning.
This event is in the "Children" group Get Ready for Kindergarten (3-5 yrs) Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library Program Type: Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Games and Activities Age Group: Children Start off the new year by getting your child ready for kindergarten! This program is geared for children entering kindergarten in 2026. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Get Ready for Kindergarten (3-5 yrs) 10:00am–11:00am George Ashe Library Upcoming Library Branch: George Ashe Library Room: Quiet Study Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Games and Activities Registration Required Event Details: Start off the new year by getting your child ready for kindergarten! This program is geared for children entering kindergarten in 2026.
This event is in the "Children" group Music and Movement with EarlyON (birth to 6 yrs) Monday, January 26, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm Auditorium at Central Library Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Early Literacy Age Group: Children This program will introduce children to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Music and Movement with EarlyON (birth to 6 yrs) 1:30pm–3:00pm Central Library Library Branch: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Early Literacy Event Details: This program will introduce children to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments.
This event is in the "Children" group Celebrate Family Literacy Day! (0-6 yrs) Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm Central Storytime Area at Central Library Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Games and Activities, Storytime Age Group: Children Celebrate Family Literacy Day at the library! This year's theme is: Make mealtime family learning time. Families will engage in a music circle, storytime and enjoy various literacy activities and games! View Details This event is in the "Children" group Jan 27 2026 Tue Celebrate Family Literacy Day! (0-6 yrs) 10:30am–12:00pm Central Library Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Storytime Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Games and Activities, Storytime Event Details: Celebrate Family Literacy Day at the library! This year's theme is: Make mealtime family learning time. Families will engage in a music circle, storytime and enjoy various literacy activities and games!