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English Conversation Circle

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Collab Room 2 (green) at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Wellness, 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.  

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Young Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Diverse group of adults speaking in a group.

English Conversation Circle

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults Area at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Wellness, 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.  

This event is in the "Children" group
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STEM Explorers (8-12 yrs)

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Wellness, Games and Activities, STEAM
Age Group:
Children

Join us Monday nights for hands-on STEM adventures designed for curious minds! Try out awesome tech, experiment with new ideas, work with friends, and unlock the power of building, coding, and imagining!

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Young Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
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Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
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. 

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Senior woman with a hand cupped behind her ear.

Seniors' Hearing Test with Canadian Hearing Services

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 9:30am - 4:30pm
Collab Room 3 (pink) at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership, Community Wellness
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors

Seniors are welcome to pop by the Pink Collab Room to have their hearing tested by Hearing Services Canada.

To book a time slot, please call Canadian Hearing Services at 289-387-4167

This event is in the "Seniors" group
Seniors playing board games at a table.

Seniors Social

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults Area at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging
Age Group:
Seniors

Get together with other seniors every Tuesday afternoon for games and conversation. 

Light refreshments provided while supplies last.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Ovee Stop - Creekside Park

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 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.

Offsite Event
This event is in the "Teen" group
Teens playing board games

Youth Drop In

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teens Area at Central Library
Program Type:
2SLGBTQIA+, Community Partnership, 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!
 

This event is in the "Children" group
gardening

Seed Scouts (5-10 yrs)

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Local History Experience Centre at Greenwood Heritage Library
Program Type:
Community Wellness, Sustainability
Age Group:
Children

Become a seed scientist! We’ll dive into books about plants, examine different types of seeds, conduct seed-sorting investigations, and plant a personal take-home garden.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teen" group
Therapeutic Paws of Canada

Therapy Cats

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Auditorium at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership, Community Wellness
Age Group:
Teen

Exam season is ending. Take a moment to destress and meet our furry guests from Therapeutic Paws of Canada. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Ovee Stop - West Shore Community Centre

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 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.

Offsite Event
This event is in the "Adult" group

Community-Led Book Club #1

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Auditorium at Central Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adult

This community-led book club is accepting new members!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Ovee Stop - Rick Johnson Memorial Park

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 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.

Offsite Event
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Young Adult" group
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TNO Logo - Green letters TNO with a hand holding the o

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 6:00pm
George Ashe Lobby at George Ashe 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.

This event is in the "Adult" group
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DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support)

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 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...

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Welcome Centre Lobby Outreach Table

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Lobby Outreach Table at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership, Inclusion and Belonging
Age Group:
All Ages

The Pickering Welcome Centre will host a monthly information table at the Central Library, where Settlement Counsellors will be available to answer questions for newcomers and immigrants to

This event is in the "Children" group
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Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months)

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Central Storytime Area at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership, Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

This program will introduce infants to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments.

This event is in the "Children" group
musical babby

Music and Movement with EarlyON (birth to 6 yrs)

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Storytime Area at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership, Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

This program will introduce children to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments.

This event is in the "Teen" group
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Make Your Own Pizza with DCHC

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Community Partnership, Community Wellness
Age Group:
Teen

The kitchen is heating up and you're invited! We'll be learning how to make personal pizzas from scratch and you get to eat your creation. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Young Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
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Alcoholics Anonymous Info Session

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Auditorium at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership, Community Wellness
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.  

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

Create Your Own 3D Models [Hybrid]

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Ever wanted to create a custom model or a replacement part but aren't sure how? Learn how to use TinkerCAD, a simple onine 3D modelling website.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Young Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Balls of yarn of many colours.

Community Makers & Artisans

Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
George Ashe Library
Age Group:
Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
This event is in the "Teen" group
Teens playing board games

Youth Drop In

Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teens Area at Central Library
Program Type:
2SLGBTQIA+, Community Partnership, 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!
 

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
Many people seated on the grass outside with pride flags draped over their shoulders.

Pride Picnic!

Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
2SLGBTQIA+, Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors

Come have some fun in the sun at our pride picnic. Bring your own blanket, your favourite snacks, and vibe to some music! Tie-dye, buttons, sidewalk chalk, bubbles, outdoor sports and more.

Light refreshments provided.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Offsite Event