Upcoming Events

Featured Events

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Puppet Play! (2-6 yrs)

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Central Storytime Area at Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Early Literacy, March Break, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a lively puppet show featuring two beloved classic tales brought to life with wiggly puppets, outrageous voices, and delightfully terrible puns. Expect lots of laughs, big smiles, and plenty of kid-powered giggles!

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Young Writer's Workshop (8-12 yrs)

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, March Break, Writing and Publishing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Attention young writers! Do you love writing stories or sharing your awesome ideas? In this fun workshop, you’ll learn how to organize your thoughts and bring your writing to life.

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Magic Show with WonderPhil (3-10 yrs)

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Storytime Area at Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities, March Break
Event Details:

Get ready for a fast-paced, laugh-filled performance the whole family will love!

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St Patrick's Day Party! (5-12 yrs)

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Auditorium at Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging, March Break
Registration Required
Event Details:

Follow the rainbow to the fun! The luck of the Irish is in the air at our St Patrick’s Day celebration featuring various crafts and activities. Wearing green is encouraged but not required.

Close-up of hands sewing a piece of fabric.

Sewing Card Holders with Sally Baubles

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hey card sharks, Sally Baubles will lead us in sewing our own playing card holders. No prior sewing experience required. All supplies are provided.

Instagram: @sallysbaubles

A powerpoint presentation

PowerPoint Party

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Teens Area at Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teens Area
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging, March Break
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you have a topic that you could yap about forever? Brush up on your presentation skills and bring your expertise to our PowerPoint Party. Teens will have a 2 to 5 minutes to present and answer questions on a topic of their choice.

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Puppet Playtime! (4-7 yrs)

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, March Break
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join the fun! Kids will create their own short script, pick their puppets, and bring their story to life on our puppet stage. Get ready for giggles, creativity, and a show-stopping performance!

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Create Your Own Board Game! (6-12 yrs)

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities, March Break
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids will design, build, and play their very own board games! From creating characters and challenges to decorating game boards and making up rules, participants will use their imagination to craft a game they can take home and enjoy.

A camera and popcorn

Movie Night with Free Teen Stuff

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Community Partnership, Film Screening, March Break
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ready to kick back and enjoy the show?

The Pickering Public Library and Free Teen Stuff are joining forces by hosting a movie night! Relax while watching a movie and enjoying our snack bar.

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Learn Chinese Dance with Litmus Chinese Dance Association (7-12 yrs)

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Auditorium at Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging, March Break
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the Litmus Chinese Dance Association and learn Uyghur dance! Uyghur music is upbeat, cheerful, and festive.

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Jumpstart Job Search for Youth

12:00pm–1:30pm
Adult, Young Adult
Central Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult
Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Navigating the job market can be a complex and often daunting experience, but you don’t have to go it alone. We’re here to provide you with the resources, guidance, and support you need to not only find a job but to build a fulfilling career.

Youth For Entrepreneurship: Networking

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult
Central Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult
Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Expand your connections and opportunities with our Networking Workshop for Youth Entrepreneurs! 

This engaging session is designed to teach young entrepreneurs the art of effective networking.

Participants will learn:

Pickering Small Business Hub

10:00am–12:00pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Lobby Outreach Table
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Financial Literacy
Event Details:

Pickering-based entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their business can speak with a staff member at the Outreach Table in the Central Library lobby to receive support!

YMCA Job Workshop: LinkedIn & Online Applications

10:00am–11:30am
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy
Event Details:

LinkedIn has become one of the most popular job search tools, favoured by many employers. Are you using it effectively? Learn tips & tricks for this and other online applications to ensure your job applications are staying competitive.

Travelling Today with Joyce Perrin

7:00pm–8:30pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Computers and Technology, Financial Literacy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Buckle up, we're going on a trip!

Pickering Small Business Hub

1:30pm–3:00pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Lobby Outreach Table
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Financial Literacy
Event Details:

Pickering-based entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their business can speak with a staff member at the Outreach Table in the Central Library lobby to receive support!

Pickering Small Business Hub

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Lobby Outreach Table
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Financial Literacy
Event Details:

Pickering-based entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their business can speak with a staff member at the Outreach Table in the Central Library lobby to receive support!

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Filing Taxes with Wealthsimple

11:00am–12:00pm
Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Financial Literacy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to Wealthsimple, a straightforward, user-friendly way to file your taxes on your own! In this information session, library staff will demonstrate the process of setting up your Wealthsimple profile and filing your taxes.

YMCA Workshop: Critical Thinking and Conflict Resolution

10:00am–11:30am
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy
Event Details:

Where two or more have opposing interests, needs, wishes, ideas, opinions etc., there will be conflict.   Learn strategies to resolve conflict.  Conflict can be constructive if handled well, destructive if handled poorly.​

Pickering Small Business Hub

10:00am–12:00pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Lobby Outreach Table
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Financial Literacy
Event Details:

Pickering-based entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their business can speak with a staff member at the Outreach Table in the Central Library lobby to receive support!

Filing Taxes with Wealthsimple

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
George Ashe Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Financial Literacy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to Wealthsimple, a straightforward, user-friendly way to file your taxes on your own! In this information session, library staff will demonstrate the process of setting up your Wealthsimple profile and filing your taxes.

ID and Benefits Access Hub

1:00pm–6:00pm
Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Common Area
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Financial Literacy
Event Details:

Unlock your future, all in one stop.

Drop-In Tax Clinic

1:00pm–8:00pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Collab Room 1 (blue)
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Financial Literacy
Event Details:

Drop by the Pickering Public Library for our Drop-In Tax Clinic.

Pickering Small Business Hub

1:30pm–4:30pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Lobby Outreach Table
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Financial Literacy
Event Details:

Pickering-based entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their business can speak with a staff member at the Outreach Table in the Central Library lobby to receive support!

Budgeting Basics with Ellen Seyers from RBC Dominion Securities

7:00pm–8:00pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult
George Ashe Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult
Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Please join us for an interactive session on Budgeting Basics, where you’ll learn essential skills to take control of your finances.

Drop-In Tax Clinic

10:00am–1:00pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Collab Room 1 (blue)
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Financial Literacy
Event Details:

Drop by the Pickering Public Library for our Drop-In Tax Clinic.

Drop-In Tax Clinic

1:00pm–8:00pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Collab Room 1 (blue)
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Financial Literacy
Event Details:

Drop by the Pickering Public Library for our Drop-In Tax Clinic.

YMCA Job Workshop: Ace the Interview

10:00am–11:30am
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy
Event Details:

Are you a bundle of nerves during the job interview? Learn how to conduct yourself during an interview and how to answer those tough questions while appearing confident.  

To Register: Call 905-427-7670.

Pickering Small Business Hub

10:00am–12:00pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Lobby Outreach Table
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Financial Literacy
Event Details:

Pickering-based entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their business can speak with a staff member at the Outreach Table in the Central Library lobby to receive support!

Drop-In Tax Clinic

1:00pm–8:00pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Collab Room 1 (blue)
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Financial Literacy
Event Details:

Drop by the Pickering Public Library for our Drop-In Tax Clinic.

Pickering Small Business Hub

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Lobby Outreach Table
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Financial Literacy
Event Details:

Pickering-based entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their business can speak with a staff member at the Outreach Table in the Central Library lobby to receive support!