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Photo Series: Photography Basics

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Maker Space at Central Library
Program Type:
Maker Space
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

This introductory workshop in this series will teach you the theory and the basic concepts of photography such as aperture/f-stops, shutter speed, ISO, white balance and more. No p...

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Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

This introductory workshop in this series will teach you the theory and the basic concepts of photography such as aperture/f-stops, shutter speed, ISO, white balance and more. No prior knowledge or experience required.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Film Club : The Graduate

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Maker Space at Central Library
Program Type:
Maker Space
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

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. This ...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

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. This month's film discussion is The Graduate.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Sewing Heart-Shaped Pillows

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Maker Space at Central Library
Program Type:
Crafts and DIY, Maker Space
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Get ready for Valentine's Day and learn to use the sewing machines to sew your own heart-shaped pillows in the Maker Space! All supplies will be provided.This event is for ages 14+

Full
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Crafts and DIY, Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Get ready for Valentine's Day and learn to use the sewing machines to sew your own heart-shaped pillows in the Maker Space! All supplies will be provided.

This event is for ages 14+

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Sewing Heart-Shaped Pillows

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Maker Space at Central Library
Program Type:
Crafts and DIY, Maker Space
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Get ready for Valentine's Day and learn to use the sewing machines to sew your own heart-shaped pillows in the Maker Space! All supplies will be provided.This event is for ages 14+

Full
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Crafts and DIY, Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Get ready for Valentine's Day and learn to use the sewing machines to sew your own heart-shaped pillows in the Maker Space! All supplies will be provided.

This event is for ages 14+

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Introduction to 3D Printing

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Maker Space at Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

This introductory workshop will teach you the ins and outs of the library's 3D printers. Learn how to change the filament, load your file and how to make simple changes. This is an...

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Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

This introductory workshop will teach you the ins and outs of the library's 3D printers. Learn how to change the filament, load your file and how to make simple changes.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Introduction to Operating Systems - Windows 11

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Maker Space at Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

'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, ...

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Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

'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.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Monsters and Creatures DnD Minis Painting

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Maker Space at Central Library
Program Type:
Crafts and DIY, Maker Space
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

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 t...

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Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Crafts and DIY, Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Introduction to the Sound Booth & Audio Recording

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Maker Space at Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

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...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

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.

Family Day

All Day
Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Branch
Closing
Branches:
Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Branch
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

The Many Faces of Scanning: How to Scan Photos, Artwork, and Documents

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Maker Space at Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

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 pho...

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Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

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. 

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Film Club : Call Me By Your Name

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Maker Space at Central Library
Program Type:
Maker Space
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

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. This ...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Pink Shirt Day Buttons (5-12 yrs)

Monday, February 24, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Storytime Area at Central Library
Program Type:
Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging, Maker Space
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging, Maker Space
Event Details:

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


 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Open Tech Talk: Impact of Social Media on Society

Monday, February 24, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Maker Space at Central Library
Program Type:
Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

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...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

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

Good Friday

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

Easter Sunday

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

Easter Monday

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

Victoria Day

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

Canada Day

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

Civic Holiday

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

Labour Day

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

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

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

Thanksgiving

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

Christmas Eve

All Day
Claremont Branch
Closing
Branches:
Claremont Branch

Christmas Eve

Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Central Library, George Ashe Library
Closing
Branches:
Central Library, George Ashe Library