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

01/05/2026 @ 9:00am to 02/06/2026 @ 9:00pm

All Library Locations

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Library Branch: All Library Locations

Age Group: Children, Teen

Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities, STEAM

Event Details:

On Saturday, March 7, Pickering Public Library and Ajax Public Library will be hosting our annual Pickering-Ajax Science Fair at Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex!

Prom Boutique Donations

All Day 1/12 - 2/13

Central Lobby Center Display at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Central Lobby Center Display

Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Community Partnership, Inclusion and Belonging, Sustainability

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Help a student shine on their special day!

Creative Writing Series: Editing

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Auditorium at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Culture of Reading, Writing and Publishing

Registration Required

Event Details:

You've written a bestseller – now what? Let’s tackle the editing process and the art of critique, learning what to cut, where to expand, and how to produce the best quality product possible.

Digital Art Drop-in

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm

Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Maker Space - Event Room

Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space

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It's time to unleash your inner artist! This all ages event will introduce you to digital art and teach you how to use our new Wacom tablets so you can create your very own masterpiece.

Create Like a Pro: Filming & Editing TikToks with Tiera Dee

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Auditorium at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Community Partnership, Computers and Technology

Registration Required

Event Details:

Learn how to plan, shoot, and edit scroll-stopping TikToks using just your phone! We’ll cover transitions, trends, captions, music, and in-app editing tools to help you create eye-catching videos from scratch.

Youth for Entrepreneurship

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Maker Space - Event Room

Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult

Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy

Registration Required

Event Details:

Find out what it takes to be a young entrepreneur, hear some Canadian success stories, and share ideas of your own in an inclusive and supportive space!

Close-up on hands working on a felting project.

Hot Cocoa Mugs Needle Felting

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Auditorium at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult

Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY

Registration Required

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In this hands-on session, you will craft your very own felted hot cocoa mug--marshmallows included!

PA Day Fun: The Salmon Are Coming with Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters! (6-12 yrs)

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central Storytime Area at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Central Storytime Area

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Sustainability

Registration Required

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Join the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters as they deliver salmon eggs to the library. Participants will be able to engage and ask questions about the eggs as well as enjoy a variety of salmon related activities and crafts!

PA Day Fun: Play with Osmos! (5-8 yrs)

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

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: Community Wellness, Games and Activities, STEAM

Registration Required

Group of people around a table, speaking with each other, books open on the table.

Writing Circle: Collage Poetry

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Silent Room 1 at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Silent Room 1

Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Writing and Publishing

Registration Required

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

Registration encouraged, but not required.

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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, Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy

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

Claremont Storytime (2-5 yrs)

10:00am–10:30am

Children

Claremont Library

Library Branch: Claremont Library

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime

Event Details:

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

From Story to Play (2-5 yrs)

2:00pm–3:00pm

Children

George Ashe Library

Library Branch: George Ashe Library

Room: Quiet Study Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Games and Activities, Storytime

Event Details:

Enjoy a themed storytime followed by open-ended play with a variety of creative and engaging materials inspired by the tale. Perfect for curious little hands and big imaginations!

Get Ready for Kindergarten (3-5 yrs)

10:00am–11:00am

Children

George Ashe Library

Full

Registration Required

Full

Library Branch: George Ashe Library

Room: Quiet Study Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Games and Activities

Registration Required

Event Details:

Start off the new year by getting your child ready for kindergarten! This program is geared for children entering kindergarten in 2026.

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: Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime

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

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: Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime

Event Details:

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

Claremont Storytime (2-5 yrs)

10:00am–10:30am

Children

Claremont Library

Library Branch: Claremont Library

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime

Event Details:

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

From Story to Play (2-5 yrs)

2:00pm–3:00pm

Children

George Ashe Library

Library Branch: George Ashe Library

Room: Quiet Study Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Games and Activities, Storytime

Event Details:

Enjoy a themed storytime followed by open-ended play with a variety of creative and engaging materials inspired by the tale. Perfect for curious little hands and big imaginations!

Creative Writing Series: Self-Publishing

7:00pm–8:30pm

Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors

Central Library

Upcoming

Registration Required

Upcoming

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Culture of Reading, Writing and Publishing

Registration Required

Event Details:

Let’s explore the self-publishing process! Learn about formatting, printing, binding, and promoting your work.

Writing Circle: Trash Writing

7:00pm–8:00pm

Adult, Young Adult, Seniors

Central Library

Upcoming

Registration Required

Upcoming

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Silent Room 1

Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Writing and Publishing

Registration Required

Event Details:

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