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New Year's Eve

All Day
Claremont Branch
Closing
Branches:
Claremont Branch

New Year's Eve

1:00pm - 9:00pm
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Central Library, George Ashe Library

New Year's Day

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

Prom Boutique Clothing Donation

All Day 1/6 - 2/14
Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult
Central Library
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!

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, Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy
Event Details:

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

Disclaimer(s)

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.

English Conversation Circle

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Cancelled
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.

DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support)

11:00am - 1:00pm
Adult
Central Library
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.

Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker

1:30pm - 4:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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.

Music and Movement with EarlyON (birth to 6 yrs)

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

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

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

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children
Central Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

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

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, Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy
Event Details:

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

Disclaimer(s)

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.

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.

YMCA Employment Services Support Table

1:00pm - 3:00pm
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:

YMCA of Greater Toronto Employment and Community 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.

DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support)

11:00am - 1:00pm
Adult
Central Library
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.

Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months)

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Children
George Ashe Library
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: George Ashe Storytime Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership
Event Details:

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

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months)

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children
George Ashe Library
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: George Ashe Storytime Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership
Event Details:

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

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Introduction to Ghost Hunting Gear with 'The Paranormal Seekers'

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult
Central Library
Open
Registration
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: 15
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

Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker

1:30pm - 4:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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.

Tamil Heritage Month Storytime! (2-8 yrs)

10:00am - 11:00am
Children
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Storytime
Event Details:

Celebrate Tamil Heritage Month with a storytime with local Pickering author Agalya Balamohan. She will be reading her book 'The Beauty of Me.' After the storytime, participants will engage in a fun craft! Supplies will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

World Religion Day: We Are All Family

2:00pm - 4:00pm
All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging
Event Details:

Durham Multifaith Community is pleased to invite you to World Religion Day 2025: We Are Family. You will have the opportunity to interact and learn about different faiths through a variety of interactive displays and family activities.

Ghost Hunting with 'The Paranormal Seekers' Investigators

6:30pm - 9:00pm
Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult
Central Library
Open
Registration
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: 12
Event Details:

Join us in exploring the library after hours and hunt for ghosts with 'The Paranormal Seekers' investigators... if you dare! 

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, Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy
Event Details:

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

Disclaimer(s)

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.