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10 am
This event is in the "Children" group.

STEAM Storytime (2-5 yrs)

10:00am - 10:30am
George Ashe Library
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Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: George Ashe Storytime Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, STEAM, Storytime
Event Details:

Come out and enjoy STEAM concepts through songs, stories and interactive play. Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics elements will be covered in this weekly storytime.

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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Baby & Toddler Storytime (0-2 yrs)

10:00am - 10:30am
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime
Event Details:

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

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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Family Storytime (2-5 yrs)

10:00am - 10:30am
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime
Event Details:

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

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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Claremont Storytime (2-5 yrs)

10:00am - 10:30am
Claremont Branch
Library Branch: Claremont Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime
Event Details:

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

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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Neurodivergent Storytime (2-6 yrs)

10:00am - 10:45am
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Inclusion and Belonging, Storytime
Event Details:

This storytime takes place in a quiet and safe environment. It includes interactive stories, songs, action-rhymes, fingerplays and sensory activities which promote literacy skills and development.

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.

This event is in the "Children" group.
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Gardening
Event Details:

This program will provide children the opportunity to participate in activities that introduce the world of gardening through planting, creative arts, and sensory experiences.  Children will get a hands-on learning experience about the natura

This event is in the "Children" group.
Cancelled

Saturday Storytime Spectacular! (2-5 yrs)

10:00am - 10:30am
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime
Event Details:

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

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.

11 am
This event is in the "Adult" group.

DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support)

11:00am - 1:00pm
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.

12 pm
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Prom Boutique

12:30pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Inclusion and Belonging
Event Details:

Welcome to Pickering Library's 2nd Prom Boutique!


Gently used dress clothes will be available to browse. Snack cart included.

1 pm
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Seniors Social

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities

Get together with other seniors every Tuesday afternoon for coffee and conversation. This drop-in social features Scrabble, dominoes, cards, and lively discussion.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months)

1:30pm - 2:30pm
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.

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

Community Makers & Artisans

1:00pm - 3:00pm
George Ashe Library
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY
Event Details:

Meet up with fellow makers every Thursday! Bring your own projects, share ideas, and socialize.

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

2 pm
3 pm
This event is in the "Children" group.

Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months)

3:00pm - 4:00pm
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.

4 pm
This event is in the "Children" group.

Paint Party! (6-12 yrs)

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library
Full
Registration
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Bring out your inner artist by painting a canvas! Flowers, animals, buildings, food...anything you can imagine. Get creative! What will you paint? Supplies will be provided.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Youth Drop In

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

Games, Music, and Snacks. Every week, every time. A Youth Outreach Worker from Carea, 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.

5 pm
6 pm
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

English Conversation Circle

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Silent Room 1
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: 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.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

National Youth Week Pizza Party

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teens Area
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging
Event Details:

Do you want to have your voice heard and shape our Teen program? Drop by the Teen Area at Central Library for a pizza party and share your thoughts anonymously. Attendees will also be added to a raffle for 1 of 2 $30 Playdium gift cards! 

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 "Adult" group.
Cancelled

Navigating the Real Estate Market with Nikhil Paul

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy
Event Details:

Delve into the intricacies of the real estate market during this educational presentation!

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

AI Series: Introduction to AI & ChatGPT

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Central Library
Full
Registration
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

AI (artificial intelligence) is all the rage these days, but what is it exactly and how can you use it in your everyday life and workflow?

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community Partnership
Event Details:

Find your voice at Toastmasters! 

Hear some great speakers and enjoy warm conversation and watch a Toastmasters meeting unfold. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Tea & Books: Ancient History

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Library
Full
Registration
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Club, Culture of Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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!

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

B2B - Introduction to Computer & Online Security

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Central Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Scavenger Hunt

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Central Library
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Games and Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Unleash your inner Sherlock! Search high and low throughout the library during this scavenger hunt. First pair to solve the puzzles wins a prize! 

 

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.