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Spring into Gardening (4-12 yrs)

5:00pm–7:00pm
Children
George Ashe Library
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Gardening, Sustainability
Event Details:

Drop by and get your hands dirty as you plant a variety of seeds, just in time for gardening season! Whether you’re growing flowers or vegetables, we’ll provide all the supplies you need to start your gardening adventure. Come grow with us!

This event is in the "Children" group

Intro to Robotics – Build and Code (8-12 yrs)

5:30pm–7:30pm
Children
Central Library
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Common Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Games and Activities, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Participants will program Micro:bits to create mini smart devices using LED displays, buttons, and sensors. This session introduces how microcontrollers power wearable tech and everyday smart devices.

This event is in the "Children" group

Crafty Tales (2-5 yrs)

10:00am–11:00am
Children
Central Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts and DIY, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun storytime filled with books, songs, and rhymes, followed by an exciting hands-on craft inspired by the story. Perfect for little ones who love reading and crafting!

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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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Explore and Discover: Gardening Fun with EarlyON (2-6 yrs)

10:00am–11:30am
Children
George Ashe Library
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Gardening
Event Details:

This program will provide children and their parents/caregivers with opportunities to participate in activities that introduce the world of gardening through planting, creative arts, and sensory experiences.

This event is in the "Children" group

Explore and Discover with EarlyON (Birth to 6 Years)

10:00am–12:30pm
Children
George Ashe Library
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Early Literacy
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and engaging program where your child can explore, investigate, and discover the world around them through inquiry-based play. Each week features a new theme designed to spark imagination and learning.

This event is in the "Children" group

Get Ready for Kindergarten (3-5 yrs)

10:00am–11:30am
Children
George Ashe Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get your child ready for kindergarten by attending this 5 week session.  Each week builds on the skills introduced in previous sessions and aligns with the Ontario kindergarten curriculum. Weekly themes include: 

This event is in the "Children" group

Music and Movement with EarlyON (birth to 6 yrs)

1:30pm–3:00pm
Children
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Early Literacy
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

Star Wars Day - Build your own 3D printed Light Saber (all ages)

5:00pm–7:00pm
Children, Teen
Central Library
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Age Group: Children, Teen
Program Type: Crafts and DIY, Maker Space
Registration Required
Event Details:

Use the power of the Force, and your creativity, to build and design your very own 3D printed light saber in this all ages activity.

This event is in the "Children" group

STEM Explorers (8-12 yrs)

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children
Central Library
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us Monday nights for hands-on STEM adventures designed for curious minds! Try out awesome tech, experiment with new ideas, work with friends, and unlock the power of building, coding, and imagining!

This event is in the "Children" group

Baby & Toddler Storytime (0-2 yrs)

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime
Event Details:

Perfect for little ones who love bounces and tickles! This storytime features books, songs and action rhymes for little ones!

This event is in the "Children" group

Family Storytime (2-5 yrs)

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime
Event Details:

This interactive and fun storytime features books, action songs and rhymes for the whole family!

This event is in the "Children" group

Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months)

1:30pm–2:30pm
Children
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Early Literacy
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Children" group

Music and Movement with EarlyON (birth to 6 yrs)

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Early Literacy
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

Youth Leadership Toastmasters (11-17 yrs)

6:30pm–8:00pm
Children, Teen
Central Library
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children, Teen
Program Type: Community Partnership
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Youth Leadership Program with Toastmasters International is geared for youth to develop their communication and leadership skills through practical experience.

This event is in the "Children" group

Claremont Storytime (2-5 yrs)

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Claremont Library
Library Branch: Claremont Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime
Event Details:

This interactive and fun storytime features books, action songs and rhymes for the whole family!

This event is in the "Children" group

Made With Love: Mother’s Day Crafts! (5-12 yrs)

5:30pm–6:30pm
Children
George Ashe Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to make a craft for someone special in your life! Whether it is for your mother, aunt, grandmother, caregiver, or another important person, participants will design a thoughtful gift to share their appreciation.

This event is in the "Children" group

LEGO Robotics Challenge (8-12 yrs)

5:30pm–7:30pm
Children
Central Library
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Games and Activities, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Participants will build and program a LEGO robot to complete a mini challenge. They will explore motors, sensors, and basic movement control while developing teamwork and problem-solving skills.

This event is in the "Children" group

Mini Makers! (2-5 yrs)

10:00am–11:00am
Children
Central Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun program filled with hands on creativity and play! Each week children will explore a new activity such as crafts, building with LEGO and magnetic tiles, and imaginative play with different materials.

This event is in the "Children" group

Explore and Discover: Gardening Fun with EarlyON (2-6 yrs)

10:00am–11:30am
Children
George Ashe Library
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Gardening
Event Details:

This program will provide children and their parents/caregivers with opportunities to participate in activities that introduce the world of gardening through planting, creative arts, and sensory experiences.

This event is in the "Children" group

Tails of Hope Short Story Contest (5-12 yrs)

05/11/2026 @ 9:00am–07/19/2026 @ 5:00pm
Children
Virtual
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Writing and Publishing
Event Details:

Join Pickering Public Library, Pickering Animal Services and Scholar's of Pickering and Ajax and write a story about your furry friend. If you don't have a furry friend, use your imagination and create an animal related story of your own.

This event is in the "Children" group

Get Ready for Kindergarten (3-5 yrs)

10:00am–11:30am
Children
George Ashe Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get your child ready for kindergarten by attending this 5 week session.  Each week builds on the skills introduced in previous sessions and aligns with the Ontario kindergarten curriculum. Weekly themes include: 

This event is in the "Children" group

Music and Movement with EarlyON (birth to 6 yrs)

1:30pm–3:00pm
Children
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Early Literacy
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

DIY Vinyl Water Bottles (10-14 yrs)

5:30pm–6:30pm
Children, Teen
Central Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Common Area
Age Group: Children, Teen
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Drink your water in style this summer with a creative vinyl design! Transform your plain water bottle into a beautiful work of art using vinyl decals. NOTE: Participants must bring their own water bottles. 

This event is in the "Children" group

STEM Explorers (8-12 yrs)

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children
Central Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us Monday nights for hands-on STEM adventures designed for curious minds! Try out awesome tech, experiment with new ideas, work with friends, and unlock the power of building, coding, and imagining!