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Introduction to Servers & Home Labbing

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Registration Required
Event Details:

Home Labbing has seen a surge of interest over the last several years with projects such as Proxmox and TrueNAS.

Get Ready for the Job Fair!

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Financial Literacy, Inclusion and Belonging
Registration Required
Event Details:

Prepare for the May 15th, 2025 Job Fair by attending VPI Employment Services' resume and interview skills workshop!

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Asian Heritage Month Craft Fun! (8-12 yrs)

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate Asian Heritage Month with two vibrant crafts! Make a Koinobori, a colourful Japanese carp streamer, or design a Sam Taeguk fan, a traditional Korean fan. Choose one or make both—let your creativity soar! Supplies will be provided.

A picture of a rainbow on a glass prism

The Prism Collective

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Silent Room 1 at Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Silent Room 1
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult
Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Inclusion and Belonging
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to the Prism Collective! We will be meeting every month for games, activities, watch parties, and discussions around community and identity. 

This is a program for 2SLGBTQIA+ community members and allies ages 16 – 25.

Teacup beside an open book.

Tea & Books: Based on a True Story

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Auditorium at Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Culture of Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Our staff will present new and exciting books available at the Library as you enjoy some tea, snacks, discussion and social time with others. You just might discover your next favourite author!

Flyer promoting May 14 Job Fair with QR code for recommended registration

VPI Employment Services Job Fair

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 11:30am - 3:30pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Financial Literacy, Inclusion and Belonging
Event Details:

VPI Employment Services would like to formally invite you to an in-Person Job Fair.

Introduction to Computer & Online Security

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Registration Required
Event Details:

This workshop will teach you the fundamentals of protecting your computer from viruses, malware, trojans, rootkits, etc and protecting yourself online from socially engineered hacking scams such as phishing. 

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Local History Speaker Series: Ontario Archaeology and the Sebastien Site with Alistair Jolly, MA

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Auditorium at Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Local History and Genealogy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn with the TRCA’s Supervisor of Archaeology, Alistair Jolly, about the prehistory of Ontario and why we do archaeology.

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Anime Club

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Film Screening, Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for our biweekly Anime Club meetup, where anime enthusiasts and teens new to the genre come together for snacks, watch parties, and to discuss our favourite moments and characters! 

This month's anime: Attack on Titan

Tech Jeopardy

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Children, Teen, Adult
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all contestants! It's time to test your knowledge with our Tech Jeopardy night. Compete as a team or solo to earn the ultimate title of Tech Jeopardy Champion.

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The Prism Collective

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult
Central Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Silent Room 1
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult
Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Inclusion and Belonging
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to the Prism Collective! We will be meeting every month for games, activities, watch parties, and discussions around community and identity. 

This is a program for 2SLGBTQIA+ community members and allies ages 16 – 25.

Youth Drop In

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teens Area
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Community Wellness, Games and Activities, 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!

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.

Victoria Day

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

Youth Drop In

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teens Area
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Community Wellness, Games and Activities, 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!

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.

Youth Drop In

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teens Area
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Community Wellness, Games and Activities, 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!

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.

Drag Queen Storytime! (0-12 yrs)

10:00am - 12:00pm
Children
George Ashe Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Inclusion and Belonging
Registration Required
Event Details:

The award-winning Drag Queen Story Time returns! Featuring two fabulous queens, this family-friendly program showcases stories celebrating diversity and inclusion.

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.

Youth Drop In

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teens Area
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Community Wellness, Games and Activities, 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!

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.

Rainbow Creations: Pride Crafts! (8-12 yrs)

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Children
George Ashe Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate Pride by making your own colourful accessories! Drop in to create a rainbow bracelet, keychain, or button to show your support and creativity. All supplies provided.

The Prism Collective

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult
Central Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Silent Room 1
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult
Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Inclusion and Belonging
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to the Prism Collective! We will be meeting every month for games, activities, watch parties, and discussions around community and identity. 

This is a program for 2SLGBTQIA+ community members and allies ages 16 – 25.

Youth Drop In

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teens Area
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Community Wellness, Games and Activities, 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!

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.

Pride Cookie Decorating

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY
Event Details:

Pride has never been so delicious! Spend an evening listening to music and transforming blank sugar cookies into tasty pride flags. All supplies will be provided, while supplies last. 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies/Dietary Restrictions

Food will be served at this event. Please let us know if anyone registered has any allergies or dietary restrictions.

Youth Drop In

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teens Area
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Community Wellness, Games and Activities, 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!

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.

Create Your Own Rainbow Keychain

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
George Ashe Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging
Registration Required
Event Details:

Felt with Pride as we join a fun and creative Needle Felting Workshop where you’ll craft your very own Pride flag keychain!

Youth Drop In

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teens Area
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Community Wellness, Games and Activities, 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!

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.

Pride Picnic

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come have some fun in the sun at our first pride picnic. Bring your own blanket, your favourite snacks, and vibe to some music! Tie-dye, buttons, sidewalk chalk, bubbles, outdoor sports and more.

Light refreshments provided.

Canada Day

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

Civic Holiday

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

Labour Day

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

Thanksgiving

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

Christmas Eve

All Day
Claremont Library
Closing
Branches:
Claremont Library

Christmas Eve

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

Christmas Day

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

Boxing Day

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