Upcoming Events

Name: Pickering-Ajax Science Fair Registration (Grades 3-12)
Start: 2025-01-06
End: 2025-02-07
Location: All Library Locations

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Pickering-Ajax Science Fair Registration (Grades 3-12)

All Day 1/6 - 2/7

All Library Locations

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Library Branch: All Library Locations

Age Group: Children, Teen

Program Type: 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.

The Prism Collective

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Auditorium at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

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

Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Inclusion and Belonging

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 30

Event Details:

Welcome to the Prism Collective! We will be meeting every month for games, activities, watch parties, and discussions around community and identity.

This is a program for 2SLGBTQIA+ community members and allies ages 16 – 25.

Introduction to Computers

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Maker Space at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Maker Space

Age Group: Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 8

Event Details:

This introductory workshop will teach you all about the basic components and ports on a modern computer. You will also learn basic keyboarding and mouse skills.

Science Fair: How-To Workshop (Grades 3 - 12)

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library

Open

Library Branch: George Ashe Library

Room: Quiet Study Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: STEAM

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 7

Event Details:

Want to learn more about what makes a great Science Fair entry? Join us for our Science Fair How-To Workshop and learn all the tips and tricks to help you create a masterpiece!

New Year's Resolution Vision Board

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Teens Area at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Teens Area

Age Group: Teen

Program Type: Crafts and DIY

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 16

Event Details:

Do you have goals you want to achieve this year? Are you more of a visual person? Come join us to create vision boards for the year ahead! Snacks and materials included.

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.

STEM Workshop with Ontario Tech University (Grades 5-8)

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Auditorium at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Community Partnership, STEAM

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 10

Event Details:

Boost your child's STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) skills with Ontario Tech University's Engineering Outreach Team!

Prom Boutique Clothing Donation

All Day 1/14 - 2/14

Central Lobby Vestibule at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Central Lobby Vestibule

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

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

Event Details:

Help a student shine on their special day!

LEGO Club! (6-12 yrs)

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library

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Library Branch: George Ashe Library

Room: Quiet Study Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Inclusion and Belonging, STEAM

Event Details:

Come and meet new friends and play with LEGO! Let your creativity be your guide. Supplies will be provided.

Anime Club

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Auditorium at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Teen

Program Type: Film Screening, Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 16

Event Details:

Join us for our biweekly Anime Club meetup, where anime enthusiasts and teens new to the genre come together for snacks, watch parties, and discussing our favourite moments and characters!

This month's anime: Jujutsu Kaisen

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.

Introduction to Ghost Hunting Gear with 'The Paranormal Seekers'

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Maker Space at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Maker Space

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

Program Type: Community Partnership, Games and Activities

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 10

Event Details:

Discover basic paranormal investigation gear with 'The Paranormal Seekers.' They are a local paranormal investigation group who have investigated historic locations around Durham Region and have provided afterlife awareness for the past twenty yea

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The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table

10:00am - 6:00pm

Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Central Library

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.

English Conversation Circle

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Central Library

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

10:00am - 6:00pm

Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Central Library

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.

Writing Circle

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Central Library

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Silent Room 1

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

Program Type: Culture of Reading, Writing and Publishing

Event Details:

Pop by the library's Writing Circle to discuss your poetry and prose with fellow writers. Perform workshops and prompts and be a part of your local creative writing community!

English Conversation Circle

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Central Library

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:

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table

10:00am - 6:00pm

Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Central Library

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.

VPI Employment Services Support Table

1:00pm - 4:00pm

Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Central Library

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Central Lobby

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

Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy

Event Details:

VPI Employment Services - Ajax will doing resume critiques and discussing their employment support services.

Genealogy Drop-In

10:30am - 12:30pm

Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Central Library

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

English Conversation Circle

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Central Library

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:

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table

10:00am - 6:00pm

Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Central Library

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.

META Employment Services Support Table

1:30pm - 3:30pm

Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Central Library

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Central Lobby

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

Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy

Event Details:

META Employment Services will doing resume critiques and discussing their employment support services for Library clients.

English Conversation Circle

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Central Library

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:

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table

10:00am - 6:00pm

Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Central Library

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.

English Conversation Circle

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Central Library

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:

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table

10:00am - 6:00pm

Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Central Library

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.

English Conversation Circle

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Central Library

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:

Canada Day

All Day

Some Branches

Closing

Branches:

Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Branch

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table

10:00am - 6:00pm

Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Central Library

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.

VPI Employment Services Support Table

1:00pm - 4:00pm

Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Central Library

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Central Lobby

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

Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy

Event Details:

VPI Employment Services - Ajax will doing resume critiques and discussing their employment support services.

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table

10:00am - 6:00pm

Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Central Library

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.

Genealogy Drop-In

10:30am - 12:30pm

Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Central Library

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Maker Space

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

Program Type: Local History and Genealogy

Event Details:

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table

10:00am - 6:00pm

Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Central Library

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.

META Employment Services Support Table

1:30pm - 3:30pm

Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Central Library

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Central Lobby

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

Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy

Event Details:

META Employment Services will doing resume critiques and discussing their employment support services for Library clients.

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table

10:00am - 6:00pm

Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Central Library

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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Teen only event

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Teen only event

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