Name: DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support)
Start: 2025-06-25T11:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-06-25T13:00:00-04:00
Location: Central Library

DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support)

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm

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...

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness

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 safe, inclusive space for social connection and a warm meal. Clients can also receive pantry staples, clothing, access to showers, and assistance with housing and income applications.

Disclaimer(s)

Animals may be present at this event

Please be advised that animals (including service animals) may be present at this event.

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 11:00am - 6:00pm

Central Lobby at Central Library

Program Type:

Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging

Age Group:

Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Event Details:

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) is a community-based, multi-service agency dedicated to offering a broad range of community services. TNO provides settlement support to newcom...

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Central Lobby

Age Group: Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging

Event Details:

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) is a community-based, multi-service agency dedicated to offering a broad range of community services.

Pickering Welcome Centre Outreach Table

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Lobby Elevator Display at Central Library

Program Type:

Community Partnership, Inclusion and Belonging

Age Group:

Adult

Event Details:

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 immi...

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Central Lobby Elevator Display

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Community Partnership, Inclusion and Belonging

Event Details:

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 Canada.

Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker

Friday, June 27, 2025 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Central Lobby at Central Library

Program Type:

Community Partnership, Community Wellness

Age Group:

Adult, Seniors

Event Details:

An Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker from the Oshawa office will be onsite every Friday at the Central Library to assist you, and no appointment is necessary. Th...

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Central Lobby

Age Group: Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness

Event Details:

An Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker from the Oshawa office will be onsite every Friday at the Central Library to assist you, and no appointment is necessary.

Community-Led Book Club #2

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adult

Event Details:

This community-led book is accepting new members. If you're interested in joining Community Book Club #2 please email robynlewis@pickeringlibrary.ca to be connected with the book c...

Library Branch: George Ashe Library

Room: Quiet Study Room

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Book Club

Event Details:

This community-led book is accepting new members.

a group of women sitting in a circle talking and smiling

English Conversation Circle

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Silent Room 1 at Central Library

Program Type:

Community Partnership, Inclusion and Belonging

Age Group:

Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Event Details:

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 partn...

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Silent Room 1

Age Group: Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Community Partnership, Inclusion and Belonging

Event Details:

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.

Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Auditorium at Central Library

Event Details:

Find your voice at Toastmasters! Hear some great speakers and enjoy warm conversation and watch a Toastmasters meeting unfold. Toastmasters International is a non-profit ...

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Event Details:

Find your voice at Toastmasters!

Hear some great speakers and enjoy warm conversation and watch a Toastmasters meeting unfold.

Canada Day

All Day

Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Branch

Closing

Branches:

Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Branch

Seniors Social

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library

Program Type:

Community Wellness, Games and Activities

Age Group:

Seniors

Seniors Social:

Get together with other seniors every Tuesday afternoon for coffee and conversation. This drop-in social features Scrabble, dominoes, cards, and lively discussion.

Library Branch: Central Library

Age Group: Seniors

Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities

Get together with other seniors every Tuesday afternoon for coffee and conversation. This drop-in social features Scrabble, dominoes, cards, and lively discussion.

DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support)

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm

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...

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness

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 safe, inclusive space for social connection and a warm meal. Clients can also receive pantry staples, clothing, access to showers, and assistance with housing and income applications.

Disclaimer(s)

Animals may be present at this event

Please be advised that animals (including service animals) may be present at this event.

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 11:00am - 6:00pm

Central Lobby at Central Library

Program Type:

Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging

Age Group:

Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Event Details:

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) is a community-based, multi-service agency dedicated to offering a broad range of community services. TNO provides settlement support to newcom...

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Central Lobby

Age Group: Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging

Event Details:

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) is a community-based, multi-service agency dedicated to offering a broad range of community services.

Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker

Friday, July 4, 2025 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Central Lobby at Central Library

Program Type:

Community Partnership, Community Wellness

Age Group:

Adult, Seniors

Event Details:

An Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker from the Oshawa office will be onsite every Friday at the Central Library to assist you, and no appointment is necessary. Th...

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Central Lobby

Age Group: Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness

Event Details:

An Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker from the Oshawa office will be onsite every Friday at the Central Library to assist you, and no appointment is necessary.

Seniors Social

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library

Program Type:

Community Wellness, Games and Activities

Age Group:

Seniors

Seniors Social:

Get together with other seniors every Tuesday afternoon for coffee and conversation. This drop-in social features Scrabble, dominoes, cards, and lively discussion.

Library Branch: Central Library

Age Group: Seniors

Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities

Get together with other seniors every Tuesday afternoon for coffee and conversation. This drop-in social features Scrabble, dominoes, cards, and lively discussion.

DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support)

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm

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...

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness

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 safe, inclusive space for social connection and a warm meal. Clients can also receive pantry staples, clothing, access to showers, and assistance with housing and income applications.

Disclaimer(s)

Animals may be present at this event

Please be advised that animals (including service animals) may be present at this event.

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 11:00am - 6:00pm

Central Lobby at Central Library

Program Type:

Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging

Age Group:

Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Event Details:

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) is a community-based, multi-service agency dedicated to offering a broad range of community services. TNO provides settlement support to newcom...

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Central Lobby

Age Group: Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging

Event Details:

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) is a community-based, multi-service agency dedicated to offering a broad range of community services.

Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Central Lobby at Central Library

Program Type:

Community Partnership, Community Wellness

Age Group:

Adult, Seniors

Event Details:

An Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker from the Oshawa office will be onsite every Friday at the Central Library to assist you, and no appointment is necessary. Th...

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Central Lobby

Age Group: Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness

Event Details:

An Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker from the Oshawa office will be onsite every Friday at the Central Library to assist you, and no appointment is necessary.

A black and white image of old documents and portraits

Genealogy Drop-In

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm

Maker Space at Central Library

Program Type:

Local History and Genealogy

Age Group:

Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Event Details:

Stop by the Central Library for a monthly, afternoon drop-in to work on genealogy projects with the support of library staff and other genealogy enthusiasts. Staff w...

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Maker Space

Age Group: Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Local History and Genealogy

Event Details:

Stop by the Central Library for a monthly, afternoon drop-in to work on genealogy projects with the support of library staff and other genealogy enthusiasts. Staff will be on site to introduce genealogy tools like Ancestry.ca and as

Seniors Social

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library

Program Type:

Community Wellness, Games and Activities

Age Group:

Seniors

Seniors Social:

Get together with other seniors every Tuesday afternoon for coffee and conversation. This drop-in social features Scrabble, dominoes, cards, and lively discussion.

Library Branch: Central Library

Age Group: Seniors

Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities

Get together with other seniors every Tuesday afternoon for coffee and conversation. This drop-in social features Scrabble, dominoes, cards, and lively discussion.

DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support)

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm

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...

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness

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 safe, inclusive space for social connection and a warm meal. Clients can also receive pantry staples, clothing, access to showers, and assistance with housing and income applications.

Disclaimer(s)

Animals may be present at this event

Please be advised that animals (including service animals) may be present at this event.

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 6:00pm

Central Lobby at Central Library

Program Type:

Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging

Age Group:

Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Event Details:

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) is a community-based, multi-service agency dedicated to offering a broad range of community services. TNO provides settlement support to newcom...

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Central Lobby

Age Group: Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging

Event Details:

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) is a community-based, multi-service agency dedicated to offering a broad range of community services.

Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Central Lobby at Central Library

Program Type:

Community Partnership, Community Wellness

Age Group:

Adult, Seniors

Event Details:

An Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker from the Oshawa office will be onsite every Friday at the Central Library to assist you, and no appointment is necessary. Th...

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Central Lobby

Age Group: Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness

Event Details:

An Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker from the Oshawa office will be onsite every Friday at the Central Library to assist you, and no appointment is necessary.

Seniors Social

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library

Program Type:

Community Wellness, Games and Activities

Age Group:

Seniors

Seniors Social:

Get together with other seniors every Tuesday afternoon for coffee and conversation. This drop-in social features Scrabble, dominoes, cards, and lively discussion.

Library Branch: Central Library

Age Group: Seniors

Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities

Get together with other seniors every Tuesday afternoon for coffee and conversation. This drop-in social features Scrabble, dominoes, cards, and lively discussion.

DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support)

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm

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...

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness

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 safe, inclusive space for social connection and a warm meal. Clients can also receive pantry staples, clothing, access to showers, and assistance with housing and income applications.

Disclaimer(s)

Animals may be present at this event

Please be advised that animals (including service animals) may be present at this event.

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 11:00am - 6:00pm

Central Lobby at Central Library

Program Type:

Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging

Age Group:

Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Event Details:

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) is a community-based, multi-service agency dedicated to offering a broad range of community services. TNO provides settlement support to newcom...

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Central Lobby

Age Group: Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging

Event Details:

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) is a community-based, multi-service agency dedicated to offering a broad range of community services.

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Animals may be present at this event

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Animals may be present at this event

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Animals may be present at this event