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Community Makers & Artisans

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Maker Space at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Meet up with fellow makers every Thursday! Bring your own projects, share ideas, and socialize. Please note: Community Makers & Artisans is run independently by community ...

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community Partnership
Event Details:

Meet up with fellow makers every Thursday! Bring your own projects, share ideas, and socialize. 

A dark blue sign with the words "Drop In" on it

Youth Drop In

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Library
Program Type:
Inclusion and Belonging
Age Group:
Teen
Youth Drop-In:

Games, Music, and Snacks. Every week, every time. A Youth Outreach Worker from Carea, will be on site. Resources included. All welcome.This is a program for teens (ages 1...

Library Branch: Central Library
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Inclusion and Belonging

Games, Music, and Snacks. Every week, every time. A Youth Outreach Worker from Carea, will be on site. Resources included. All welcome.

This is a program for teens (ages 13-19).

Disclaimer(s)

Teen only event

This event is intended for teens between the ages of 13-19 only. To maintain a safe space for our teens, children and adults are not permitted.

Government of Ontario logo, the word Ontario followed by a trillium

Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker

Friday, August 2, 2024 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.

Civic Holiday

All Day
Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Branch
Closing
Branches:
Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Branch

Seniors Social

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 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 logo

DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support)

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 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.

Community Makers & Artisans

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
George Ashe Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Meet up with fellow makers every Thursday! Bring your own projects, share ideas, and socialize.Please note: Community Makers & Artisans is run independently by community member...

Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY
Event Details:

Meet up with fellow makers every Thursday! Bring your own projects, share ideas, and socialize.

John Howard Society in blue writing, inside a blue speaking bubble square with Durham Region written below

Harm Reduction Information and Education

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Lobby at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership
Age Group:
Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Harm Reduction Outreach Counsellors with the Harm Reduction Outreach program at John Howard Society Durham will be on-site at the Pickering Central Library to offer harm reduction ...

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Lobby
Age Group: Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership
Event Details:

Harm Reduction Outreach Counsellors with the Harm Reduction Outreach program at John Howard Society Durham will be on-site at the Pickering Central Library to offer harm reduction education and information as well as Naloxone training and distribu

A dark blue sign with the words "Drop In" on it

Youth Drop In

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Library
Program Type:
Inclusion and Belonging
Age Group:
Teen
Youth Drop-In:

Games, Music, and Snacks. Every week, every time. A Youth Outreach Worker from Carea, will be on site. Resources included. All welcome.This is a program for teens (ages 1...

Library Branch: Central Library
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Inclusion and Belonging

Games, Music, and Snacks. Every week, every time. A Youth Outreach Worker from Carea, will be on site. Resources included. All welcome.

This is a program for teens (ages 13-19).

Disclaimer(s)

Teen only event

This event is intended for teens between the ages of 13-19 only. To maintain a safe space for our teens, children and adults are not permitted.

Government of Ontario logo, the word Ontario followed by a trillium

Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker

Friday, August 9, 2024 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.

Genealogy Drop-In

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Maker Space at Central Library
Program Type:
Local History and Genealogy
Age Group:
Adult
Genealogy Drop-In:

Calling all genealogists, experienced and new to a regular genealogy drop-in program to work on genealogy projects with the support of library staff and other genealogy enthus...

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Local History and Genealogy

Calling all genealogists, experienced and new to a regular genealogy drop-in program to work on genealogy projects with the support of library staff and other genealogy enthusiasts. Staff will be on site to do basic introduction to genealogy tools like Ancestry.ca assist and help with research questions, suggest resources, and other research tools. Bring a laptop or try our Loanable Laptops service. 

Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Auditorium at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership
Age Group:
Adult
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
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community Partnership
Event Details:

Find your voice at Toastmasters! 

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

Durham Community Health Centre logo

Copy of Durham Community Health Centre - Hep C and Harm Reduction ResourceTable

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:30pm
Central Lobby at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership, Community Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages, Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

The Durham Community Health Centre team will be on site at the Central Library, hosting a resource table focusing on hepatitis c and harm reduction overdose protection.Durham Commu...

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Lobby
Age Group: All Ages, Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness
Event Details:

The Durham Community Health Centre team will be on site at the Central Library, hosting a resource table focusing on hepatitis c and harm reduction overdose protection.

Durham Community Health Centre logo

Durham Community Health Centre - Hep C and Harm Reduction ResourceTable

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Central Lobby at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership, Community Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages, Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

The Durham Community Health Centre team will be on site at the Central Library, hosting a resource table focusing on hepatitis c and harm reduction overdose protection.Durham Commu...

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Lobby
Age Group: All Ages, Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness
Event Details:

The Durham Community Health Centre team will be on site at the Central Library, hosting a resource table focusing on hepatitis c and harm reduction overdose protection.

Seniors Social

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 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 logo

DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support)

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 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.

Community Makers & Artisans

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Maker Space at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Meet up with fellow makers every Thursday! Bring your own projects, share ideas, and socialize. Please note: Community Makers & Artisans is run independently by community ...

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community Partnership
Event Details:

Meet up with fellow makers every Thursday! Bring your own projects, share ideas, and socialize. 

A dark blue sign with the words "Drop In" on it

Youth Drop In

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Library
Program Type:
Inclusion and Belonging
Age Group:
Teen
Youth Drop-In:

Games, Music, and Snacks. Every week, every time. A Youth Outreach Worker from Carea, will be on site. Resources included. All welcome.This is a program for teens (ages 1...

Library Branch: Central Library
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Inclusion and Belonging

Games, Music, and Snacks. Every week, every time. A Youth Outreach Worker from Carea, will be on site. Resources included. All welcome.

This is a program for teens (ages 13-19).

Disclaimer(s)

Teen only event

This event is intended for teens between the ages of 13-19 only. To maintain a safe space for our teens, children and adults are not permitted.

Microphone.

Poetry In The Park

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Central Library
Program Type:
Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Inclusion and Belonging, Writing and Publishing
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Meet us under the gazebo in Esplanade Park for exciting open mic poetry! Share your own poems or some of your favourites, or feel free to listen and snack on provided cookies and c...

Library Branch: Central Library
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Inclusion and Belonging, Writing and Publishing
Event Details:

Meet us under the gazebo in Esplanade Park for exciting open mic poetry! Share your own poems or some of your favourites, or feel free to listen and snack on provided cookies and coffee.

Government of Ontario logo, the word Ontario followed by a trillium

Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker

Friday, August 16, 2024 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 Powerhouse Toastmasters

Monday, August 19, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Auditorium at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership
Age Group:
Adult
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
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community Partnership
Event Details:

Find your voice at Toastmasters! 

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

Seniors Social

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 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 logo

DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support)

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 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.

Community Makers & Artisans

Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
George Ashe Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Meet up with fellow makers every Thursday! Bring your own projects, share ideas, and socialize.Please note: Community Makers & Artisans is run independently by community member...

Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY
Event Details:

Meet up with fellow makers every Thursday! Bring your own projects, share ideas, and socialize.