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babies

Music and Movement with EarlyON (birth to 6 yrs)

Monday, June 1, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Auditorium 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 "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 1, 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 1, 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 1, 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
Man with arm extended, microphone in hand, three men behind him listening thoughtfully.

Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters

Monday, June 1, 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 "Children" group
baby and toddler storytime

Baby & Toddler Storytime (0-2 yrs)

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 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!

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

Seniors Social

Tuesday, June 2, 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 2, 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 2, 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 "All Ages" group

Ovee Stop - Greenwood Community Centre

Tuesday, June 2, 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 "Children" group
family storytime

Family Storytime (2-5 yrs)

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 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!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Ovee Stop - Rick Johnson Memorial Park

Wednesday, June 3, 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
This event is in the "Seniors" group
TNO Logo - Green letters TNO with a hand holding the o

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table

Wednesday, June 3, 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
DARS logo

DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support)

Wednesday, June 3, 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 "Children" group
babies

Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months)

Wednesday, June 3, 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 3, 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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
toastmasters

Youth Leadership Toastmasters (11-17 yrs)

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Auditorium at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership
Age Group:
Children, Teen

The Youth Leadership Program with Toastmasters International is geared for youth to develop their communication and leadership skills through practical experience.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Using the Large Format Printer

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology, Crafts and DIY
Age Group:
Adult

Looking for a way to beautify your home by printing your own work? Are you an entrepreneur looking to print promotional materials or posters for your business?

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
storytime

Claremont Storytime (2-5 yrs)

Thursday, June 4, 2026 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!

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 every colour.

Community Makers & Artisans

Thursday, June 4, 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.

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

Youth Drop In

Thursday, June 4, 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
rainbow craft

Rainbow Creations: Pride Crafts! (5-12 yrs)

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Auditorium at Central Library
Program Type:
2SLGBTQIA+, Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging
Age Group:
Children

Join us to make a colourful craft as we get ready for Drag Queen Storytime and the Pride Parade! Participants will create a vibrant rainbow themed craft to celebrate Pride and share in the spirit of the celebration. Supplies will be provided.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
kids doing science

Mini Makers! (2-5 yrs)

Friday, June 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, STEAM
Age Group:
Children

Join us for a fun program filled with hands on creativity and play! Each week children will explore a new activity such as crafts, building with LEGO and magnetic tiles, and imaginative play with different materials.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
Salmon jumping out of water

Bring Back the Salmon Release (6-12 yrs)

Friday, June 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Community Partnership, Community Wellness
Age Group:
Children

Did you know that the Pickering Public Library currently has a salmon hatchery housing 100 salmon?

Upcoming
Registration Required
Offsite Event