Name: DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support)
Start: 2025-02-26T11:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-02-26T13:00:00-05:00
Location: Central Library

DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support)

Wednesday, February 26, 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.

Pickering Welcome Centre Outreach Table

Wednesday, February 26, 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.

Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months)

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm

George Ashe Storytime Area at George Ashe Library

Program Type:

Community Partnership

Age Group:

Children

Event Details:

This program will introduce infants to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments. Parents/caregivers will learn how to make and incorporat...

Library Branch: George Ashe Library

Room: George Ashe Storytime Area

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Community Partnership

Event Details:

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months)

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

George Ashe Storytime Area at George Ashe Library

Program Type:

Community Partnership

Age Group:

Children

Event Details:

This program will introduce infants to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments. Parents/caregivers will learn how to make and incorporat...

Library Branch: George Ashe Library

Room: George Ashe Storytime Area

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Community Partnership

Event Details:

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker

Friday, February 28, 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.

Pickering-Ajax Science Fair (Grades 3-12)

Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:00pm

Off Site

Program Type:

Community Partnership, STEAM

Age Group:

Children, Teen

Event Details:

On Saturday, March 1, Pickering Public Library and Ajax Public Library will be hosting our annual Pickering-Ajax Science Fair! Children from Grades 3-12 are invited to create a sci...

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Off Site

Age Group: Children, Teen

Program Type: Community Partnership, STEAM

Event Details:

On Saturday, March 1, Pickering Public Library and Ajax Public Library will be hosting our annual Pickering-Ajax Science Fair! Children from Grades 3-12 are invited to create a science fair project.

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English Conversation Circle

Monday, March 3, 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.

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 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.

DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support)

Wednesday, March 5, 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.

Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker

Friday, March 7, 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.

English Conversation Circle

Monday, March 10, 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.

YMCA Employment Services Support Table

Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Lobby at Central Library

Program Type:

Community Partnership, Financial Literacy

Age Group:

Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Event Details:

YMCA of Greater Toronto Employment and Community will doing resume critiques and discussing their employment support services.

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Central Lobby

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

Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy

Event Details:

YMCA of Greater Toronto Employment and Community will doing resume critiques and discussing their employment support services.

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table

Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 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.

DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support)

Wednesday, March 12, 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.

Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker

Friday, March 14, 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.

English Conversation Circle

Monday, March 17, 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.

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 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.

DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support)

Wednesday, March 19, 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.

Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker

Friday, March 21, 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.

English Conversation Circle

Monday, March 24, 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.

Pathway to Newcomer Success: Job Searching in Canada with Pickering Welcome Centre

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am

Auditorium at Central Library

Program Type:

Community Partnership, Financial Literacy, Inclusion and Belonging

Age Group:

Adult

Event Details:

Are you new to Canada? Or a new immigrant and not sure how to find a job in Canada? Join this event presented by the Pickering Welcome Center to help you with your job search!Learn...

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy, Inclusion and Belonging

Event Details:

Are you new to Canada? Or a new immigrant and not sure how to find a job in Canada? Join this event presented by the Pickering Welcome Center to help you with your job search!

Learn About:

Divorce Information Session

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Program Type:

Community Partnership

Age Group:

Adult

Event Details:

Family Mediation and Resources presents an online divorce information session focusing on divorce options in and out of court. These sessions are conducted by a family lawyer and p...

Open

Registration

Virtual Event

Open

Library Branch: Virtual

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Community Partnership

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Event Details:

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

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 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.

DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support)

Wednesday, March 26, 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.

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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

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Animals may be present at this event