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Anishinaabemowin Language Series - Fall 2025

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership, Inclusion and Belonging, Indigenous
Age Group:
Adult

The Indigenous Team at DCHC is proud to partner with the Pickering Public Library to offer a Free 10-week, beginner-level  Anishinaabemowin Language Series with Alderville First Nati

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community Partnership, Inclusion and Belonging, Indigenous
Event Details:

The Indigenous Team at DCHC is proud to partner with the Pickering Public Library to offer a Free 10-week, beginner-level  Anishinaabemowin Language Series with Alderville First Nati

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Young Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Uplifting Mind and Body: A Gentle Approach to Overcoming Seasonal Blues

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Auditorium at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership, Community Wellness
Age Group:
Adult, Young Adult, Seniors

This workshop is designed to enhance well-being, mobility, and community connection, all while providing a fun and uplifting experience for seniors!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

This workshop is designed to enhance well-being, mobility, and community connection, all while providing a fun and uplifting experience for seniors!

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

Prom Boutique Donations

All Day 1/12 - 2/13
Central Lobby Center Display at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership, Inclusion and Belonging, Sustainability
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors

Help a student shine on their special day!

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Lobby Center Display
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Inclusion and Belonging, Sustainability
Event Details:

Help a student shine on their special day!

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, January 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 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. 

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, January 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Program Type:
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! 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult
Program Type: 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! 

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Young Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Alcoholics Anonymous Info Session

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Auditorium at Central Library
Age Group:
Adult, Young Adult, Seniors

Drop by for an open, welcoming Alcoholics Anonymous chat. We'll share personal stories, challenges we've faced, and the hope and help we've found through AA.  No pressure, no judgment - just real conversation and connection.  

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Drop by for an open, welcoming Alcoholics Anonymous chat. We'll share personal stories, challenges we've faced, and the hope and help we've found through AA.  No pressure, no judgment - just real conversation and connection.  

This event is in the "Adult" group

Intro to Canva

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Age Group:
Adult

Looking for an easier way to create a graphic for an invitation, poster or more?

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking for an easier way to create a graphic for an invitation, poster or more?

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, January 15, 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.

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

Pastel Exploration with Jam's Creative Lab

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library
Program Type:
2SLGBTQIA+, Community Partnership, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Young Adult

Get colourful and messy in this pastel workshop hosted by Jam's Creative Lab. This session will explore different types of pastels and different techniques you can use to create your very own masterpiece.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult
Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Community Partnership, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get colourful and messy in this pastel workshop hosted by Jam's Creative Lab. This session will explore different types of pastels and different techniques you can use to create your very own 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
Registration Required
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 "Adult" group
This event is in the "Young Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters

Monday, January 19, 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. 

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

Creative Writing Series: Editing

Tuesday, January 20, 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

You've written a bestseller – now what? Let’s tackle the editing process and the art of critique, learning what to cut, where to expand, and how to produce the best quality product possible.

Upcoming
Registration Required
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:

You've written a bestseller – now what? Let’s tackle the editing process and the art of critique, learning what to cut, where to expand, and how to produce the best quality product possible.

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.

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 "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 Like a Pro: Filming & Editing TikToks with Tiera Dee

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Auditorium at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership, Computers and Technology
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors

Learn how to plan, shoot, and edit scroll-stopping TikToks using just your phone! We’ll cover transitions, trends, captions, music, and in-app editing tools to help you create eye-catching videos from scratch.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Computers and Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to plan, shoot, and edit scroll-stopping TikToks using just your phone! We’ll cover transitions, trends, captions, music, and in-app editing tools to help you create eye-catching videos from scratch.

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Young Adult" group

YMCA Job Workshop: Employer Expectations

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership, Financial Literacy
Age Group:
Adult, Young Adult

Be ready to start your new job with confidence! Learn how to make a great first impression at work. Those first few weeks at a new job can be overwhelming. Find out how to put your most professional foot forward. 

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult
Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy
Event Details:

Be ready to start your new job with confidence! Learn how to make a great first impression at work. Those first few weeks at a new job can be overwhelming. Find out how to put your most professional foot forward. 

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, January 22, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
George Ashe Library
Age Group:
Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
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

Youth for Entrepreneurship

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership, Financial Literacy
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Young Adult

Find out what it takes to be a young entrepreneur, hear some Canadian success stories, and share ideas of your own in an inclusive and supportive space!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult
Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Find out what it takes to be a young entrepreneur, hear some Canadian success stories, and share ideas of your own in an inclusive and supportive space!

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Young Adult" group

Hot Cocoa Mugs Needle Felting

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Auditorium at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Young Adult

In this hands-on session, you will craft your very own felted hot cocoa mug--marshmallows included!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this hands-on session, you will craft your very own felted hot cocoa mug--marshmallows included!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Community-Led Book Club #2

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adult

Community-Led Book Club #1 is a diverse group of seniors who enjoy reading a wide variety of genres and authors.

Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Community-Led Book Club #1 is a diverse group of seniors who enjoy reading a wide variety of genres and authors.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Divorce Information Session

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Community Partnership
Age Group:
Adult

Family Mediation and Resources presents an online divorce information session focusing on divorce options in and out of court.

Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community Partnership
Registration Required
Event Details:

Family Mediation and Resources presents an online divorce information session focusing on divorce options in and out of court.

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, January 27, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Program Type:
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! 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult
Program Type: 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! 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Community-Led Book Club #1

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Silent Room 1 at Central Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adult

This community-led book club is accepting new members!

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Silent Room 1
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

This community-led book club is accepting new members!

This event is in the "Adult" group

Introduction to 3D Printing

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Age Group:
Adult

This introductory workshop will teach you the ins and outs of the library's 3D printers. Learn how to change the filament, load your file and how to make simple changes.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Registration Required
Event Details:

This introductory workshop will teach you the ins and outs of the library's 3D printers. Learn how to change the filament, load your file and how to make simple changes.

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
Registration Required
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.