Event List

'This introductory workshop will teach you the basics of using the Microsoft Windows 11 operating system for PC computers. Fundamentals such as File Explorer, the Windows Desktop, Control Panel and more will be discussed.

Want to learn how to create your own Dungeons & Dragons mini for your next campaign? Join us and bring your favourite DnD monsters & creatures to life with basic painting techniques.

Did you know that the Pickering Library hosts a sound recording booth? In this workshop, you will learn the basics of how to record audio such as your voice using the free and open source software called Audacity.

Join us in the Maker Space to learn all about professional scanning techniques for different media. You'll learn to use our high resolution Epson Photo Scanner to digitize your photos, artwork, and documents without losing quality. 

Are you interested in films and documentaries? Join us for our film club for a thoughtful and lively discussion on our selected title each month from either Kanopy or Hoopla.

Design and create your own anti-bullying button in our children's area for Pink Shirt Day. Supplies will be provided.

Fostering a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing of technology, Open Tech Talk is a drop-in discussion group, whereby clients can bring in their tech related questions to discuss with library staff as well as share their love of technolo

Stop by the Makerspace and celebrate Mario with Mario video games on the NES, SNES and Switch.

Take your keyboarding skills to the next level with our typeracer rally! Typeracer.com is a free website that helps you improve your typing accuracy and speed through friendly competition.

Do you still have precious family videos on VHS cassettes? Music on vinyl LP discs or even cassette tapes? Learn how to unlock and preserve your memories and convert your analog material to digital using Maker Space equipment.

Ever wanted to learn how to take basic portraits of family members or friends and learn the basics of lighting a scene for portrait photography?

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.

Want to learn how to use the Vinyl Cutter? Join us for this workshop where you will learn the basics of vector graphics and how to create a simple design using Inkscape, a free vector software.

Hey card sharks, Sally Bauble will lead us in sewing our own playing card holders in the Maker Space. No prior sewing experience required. All supplies are provided. 

Need to access files on your home computer remotely in a safe and secure way? Want to access your home TV services while travelling? VPNs (Virtual Private Networks) and virtual desktops provide effective ways to do all of that and more.