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This event is in the "Teen" group.

Youth Drop In

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Inclusion and Belonging
Event Details:

Games, Music, and Snacks. Every week, every time. A Youth Outreach Worker from Durham Community Health Centre 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.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.

Secrets to Scholarship Writing

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult
Central Library
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult
Program Type: Community Partnership, Writing and Publishing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Scholarships help grow your bank account and avoid student debt. In this workshop you will learn how to find and apply for free money! 

Closed Day

All Day
Claremont Branch
Closing
Branches:
Claremont Branch
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Service Canada Outreach 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:

A Service Canada representative will be available to provide advice or guidance on accessing Service Canada programs and services related to Employment Insurance, the Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security.

 

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

Tween Turnout (10-14 yrs)

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children, Teen
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teen Gaming Station
Age Group: Children, Teen
Program Type: Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging
Event Details:

Relax and connect while playing games with other tweens! Super Smash Bros., Mario Kart,.... you in? 

This is a program for youth (ages 10-14).

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Books and Brushes: Design Library Bookends!

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Teen
Central Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts and DIY, Culture of Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Design and paint a bookend to decorate the Youth Space! Leave your mark by helping to create a fun and welcoming space for Teens. Fantasy, Marvel, Video games, paint whatever design brings you joy!

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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Essay Writing Workshop

7:00pm - 8:30pm
All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

This workshop will teach you the fundamentals of modern essay writing. You will learn how to find and cite online resources, brainstorm ideas using AI, and use cloud storage to store, edit, and share your work. Just in time for back to school!

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Youth Drop In

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Inclusion and Belonging
Event Details:

Games, Music, and Snacks. Every week, every time. A Youth Outreach Worker from Durham Community Health Centre 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.

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

Youth in Policing Presentation

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Teen, Adult
George Ashe Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Join us for an insightful event showcasing the DRPS Youth in Policing (YIP) Program, where community engagement meets youth empowerment.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Video Game Programming with Godot

2:00pm - 4:00pm
All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

This workshop will give you a sneak peek into the world of video game programming using Godot, a free and open-source video game engine.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Durham Region Newcomer Housing Journey Map - Information Table

2:00pm - 5:00pm
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, Financial Literacy, Inclusion and Belonging
Event Details:

Learn about Durham Region's Newcomer Housing Journey Map while visiting the library! Staff from the Region will be on site to provide a demonstration and answer any questions related to this comprehensive resource.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Make Your Own Paper Lantern: Mid-Autumn Festival

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Teen
Central Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Community Partnership, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Create a beautiful paper lantern as you learn about the history and traditions of the Mid-Autumn Festival from the Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Toronto!
 

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.

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

Film Club - The Tribe (2014)

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen, Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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: 7
Event Details:

Are you interested in films and documentaries? Join our film club for a thoughtful and lively discussion on our selected title each month from Kanopy or Hoopla. For International Week of The Deaf we will be discussing

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

Open Tech Talk

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen, Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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:

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

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Youth Drop In

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Inclusion and Belonging
Event Details:

Games, Music, and Snacks. Every week, every time. A Youth Outreach Worker from Durham Community Health Centre 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.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Inktober Digital Art Contest

10/01/2024 @ 9:30am - 10/31/2024 @ 9:00pm
Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Virtual
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Crafts and DIY, Maker Space
Event Details:

Calling all artists ages 14+: submit your one of a kind digital art pieces by October 31st for your chance to be featured on our library website and win some fun prizes!

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.

Embracing Identity Panel

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult
Central Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult
Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Come together for a panel discussion for LGBT History Month and Coming Out Day on the importance of personal discovery, identity, and the power of community.

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

Photo Series: Landscape Photography

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Teen, Adult, Seniors
Off Site
Open
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

This workshop will teach you the fundamentals of landscape photography, including what it is and the type of gear and lenses to use, important concepts such as shooting with a small f-stop, composition techniques, and more.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Youth Drop In

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Inclusion and Belonging
Event Details:

Games, Music, and Snacks. Every week, every time. A Youth Outreach Worker from Durham Community Health Centre 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.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Wellness Series: Flair for Self Care with DCHC

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Teen
George Ashe Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Take a little self-care get-away, hang out and mix spa treatments to use at home! You’ll get a free program kit with everything you need. 
 

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.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Explore Your Future with Durham College

5:30pm - 6:30pm
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
Event Details:

Are you planning your next steps after high school? Thinking of a career change? Or perhaps returning to your education after some time away? No matter your background or goals, this opportunity is for you.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Durham Community Health Centre - Hep C and Harm Reduction ResourceTable

1:00pm - 2:30pm
All Ages, Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Gaming Tournament

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Teen
Central Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teen Gaming Station
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Bring your competitive, and fun, spirit to the library. 

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.