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Cancelled
Central Library
Dec
9
2024
Mon
Cancelled
COFRD Francophone Employment Centre of Durham (CEFD) Outreach Services and Information Table
9:30am - 5:00pm
Central Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Lobby
Program Type:
Community Partnership
Event Details:
Le Centre d'emploi francophone de Durham (CEFD) est un pôle d’emploi francophone qui favorise l'intégration professionnelle des francophones de la région de Durham.
Dec
9
2024
Mon
COFRD Settlement Services Outreach and Information Table
9:30am - 5:00pm
Central Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Lobby Center Display
Program Type:
Community Partnership
Event Details:
The COFRD offers services to newcomers in needs’ assessment and referral, information and orientation, community connections through the Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS) program, support services, group activities, and workshops.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
Dec
9
2024
Mon
Bilingual Storytime (0-5 yrs)
10:00am - 10:30am
George Ashe Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Room:
George Ashe Storytime Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Literacy,
Storytime
Event Details:
Come and enjoy a unique storytime offered in English and French! This storytime features stories, rhymes and songs for children and parents/caregivers.
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 "Adult" group.
Dec
9
2024
Mon
Genealogy Drop-In
10:30am - 12:30pm
Central Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Maker Space
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Local History and Genealogy
Calling all genealogists, experienced and new to a regular genealogy drop-in program to work on genealogy projects with the support of library staff and other genealogy enthusiasts. Staff will be on site to do basic introduction to genealogy tools like Ancestry.ca assist and help with research questions, suggest resources, and other research tools. Bring a laptop or try our Loanable Laptops service.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Dec
10
2024
Tue
Baby & Toddler Storytime (0-2 yrs)
10:00am - 10:30am
Central Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Storytime Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Dec
11
2024
Wed
Family Storytime (2-5 yrs)
10:00am - 10:30am
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Storytime Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Literacy,
Storytime
Event Details:
This interactive and fun storytime features books, action songs and rhymes for the whole family!
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Dec
11
2024
Wed
Ovee Stop - Rick Johnson Memorial Park
10:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Ovee,
Rick Johnson Memorial Park
Event Details:
Visit us at our mobile library, Ovee! This service will be at the given address at the scheduled date and time.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Claremont Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Dec
12
2024
Thu
Claremont Storytime (2-5 yrs)
10:00am - 10:30am
Claremont Branch
Library Branch:
Claremont Branch
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytime
Event Details:
This interactive and fun storytime features books, action songs and rhymes for the whole family!
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Dec
12
2024
Thu
Neurodivergent Storytime (2-6 yrs)
10:00am - 10:45am
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Inclusion and Belonging,
Storytime
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Dec
14
2024
Sat
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:
Storytime
Event Details:
This interactive and fun storytime features books, action songs and rhymes for the whole family!
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Dec
14
2024
Sat
Ovee Stop - Whitevale Park
10:00am - 11:30am
Off Site
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Ovee,
Whitevale Park
Event Details:
Visit us at our mobile library, Ovee! This service will be at the given address at the scheduled date and time.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
Dec
8
2024
Sun
Neurodivergent Drop-In
11:00am - 12:00pm
George Ashe Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Room:
Quiet Study Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness
Event Details:
The library will be hosting a unique event catering to families with children who identify as being neurodivergent to come and experience the library prior to regular operating hours.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Dec
11
2024
Wed
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Central Library
Waitlist
This event is in the "Children" group.
Dec
13
2024
Fri
Homeschoolers Hub! (5-12 yrs)
11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library
Waitlist
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Crafts and DIY,
Homeschoolers
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Join us for our monthly Homeschoolers Hub! These programs will explore a different topic every month ranging from STEAM, LEGO, crafts, community-led events and much more! Come on out and socialize with other homeschoolers.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Dec
14
2024
Sat
Ovee Stop - Rick Johnson Memorial Park
12:00pm - 1:30pm
Off Site
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Ovee,
Rick Johnson Memorial Park
Event Details:
Visit us at our mobile library, Ovee! This service will be at the given address at the scheduled date and time.
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This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Dec
10
2024
Tue
Seniors Social
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
Dec
11
2024
Wed
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.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
Adult
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Dec
12
2024
Thu
Community Makers & Artisans
1:00pm - 3:00pm
George Ashe Library
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Community Partnership
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 "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
Central Library
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Dec
12
2024
Thu
Harm Reduction Information and Education
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Lobby
Age Group:
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Partnership
Event Details:
Harm Reduction Outreach Counsellors with the Harm Reduction Outreach program at John Howard Society Durham will be on-site at the Pickering Central Library to offer harm reduction education and information as well as Naloxone training and distribu
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adult,
Seniors
Central Library
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Dec
13
2024
Fri
Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker
1:30pm - 4:00pm
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.
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This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Teen,
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
Central Library
Full
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Dec
14
2024
Sat
Puzzle Competition
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
Full
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Games and Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Hey puzzle masters, looking for a challenge? Compete against fellow puzzlers and race against the clock to be first to complete your supplied 300-piece puzzle. Play individually or in teams of up to four. Winners receive a prize!
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
Dec
11
2024
Wed
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.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Dec
10
2024
Tue
Ovee Stop - Creekside Park
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Ovee
Event Details:
Visit us at our mobile library, Ovee! This service will be at the given address at the scheduled date and time.
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This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Dec
12
2024
Thu
Youth Drop In
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Age Group:
Teen
Program Type:
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. 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.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Claremont Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Dec
12
2024
Thu
Celebrate Winter: DIY Cards! (6-12 yrs)
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Claremont Branch
Library Branch:
Claremont Branch
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Crafts and DIY
Event Details:
Feeling crafty? Come on by and create a hand-made card for someone you love! Supplies will be provided.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
Central Library
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Dec
9
2024
Mon
English Conversation Circle
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Central Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Dec
10
2024
Tue
Ovee Stop - West Shore Community Centre
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Ovee,
West Shore Community Centre
Event Details:
Visit us at our mobile library, Ovee! This service will be at the given address at the scheduled date and time.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Teen
Central Library
Full
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Dec
10
2024
Tue
Design Your Own Gift with Crock A Doodle
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Central Library
Full
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Teen
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Crafts and DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Looking for a DIY project or last minute holiday gift? Come decorate some mugs and bowls with Crock A Doodle!
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Children,
Teen
Central Library
Open
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Dec
11
2024
Wed
Youth Leadership Toastmasters (11-17 yrs)
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Central Library
Open
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Children,
Teen
Program Type:
Community Partnership
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
13
Event Details:
The Youth Leadership Program with Toastmasters International is geared for youth to develop their communication and leadership skills through practical experience.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
Teen,
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult
George Ashe Library
Full
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
Dec
11
2024
Wed
The Prism Collective
6:30pm - 8:30pm
George Ashe Library
Full
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Room:
Quiet Study Room
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult
Program Type:
2SLGBTQIA+,
Inclusion and Belonging
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
18
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
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This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Teen,
Adult,
Seniors
Central Library
Full
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Dec
9
2024
Mon
Learn How to Solder
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Central Library
Full
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Maker Space
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Soldering is one of the most important skills any beginner Maker needs to know in order to complete electronics projects. This workshop will teach you the very basics of soldering using well known techniques.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Dec
9
2024
Mon
Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Central Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
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This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Teen,
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
Central Library
Open
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Dec
11
2024
Wed
Introduction to Apple iPhones and iPads
7:00pm - 7:45pm
Central Library
Open
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Maker Space
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Computers and Technology,
Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
12
Event Details:
Familiarize yourself with your Apple iPhone and/or iPad by learning the basics!
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
All Ages,
Teen,
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
Central Library
Waitlist
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Dec
12
2024
Thu
Digital Holiday Cards
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Central Library
Waitlist
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Maker Space
Age Group:
All Ages,
Teen,
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Computers and Technology,
Crafts and DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Get into the holiday spirit with our digital holiday card workshop. Learn to use our digital art software Krita and our Wacom drawing tablets to create your very own wintry work of art just in time for the holidays.
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This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Teen,
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
Central Library
Open
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Dec
11
2024
Wed
Introduction to Android Phones and Tablets
8:00pm - 8:45pm
Central Library
Open
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Maker Space
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
12
Event Details:
Familiarize yourself with your Android phone and/or tablet by learning the basics!
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