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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
All Ages
All Library Locations
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Seed Library Donations
All Day 1/4 - 1/31
All Library Locations
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Library Branch:
All Library Locations
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Gardening
Event Details:
We're growing a Seed Library! To help get us started, donate your extra seeds to any Pickering library location. Come back on February 17th for our Seed Library Launch to pick up the seeds you need to start your garden!
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
Full
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jan
22
2024
Mon
Get Ready for Kindergarten (3-4 yrs)
10:00am - 10:45am
George Ashe Library
Full
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Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Room:
Quiet Study Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Culture of Reading,
Early Literacy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
1
Event Details:
Start off the new year by getting your child ready for kindergarten! Weekly themes include: Know Your Name, Finger Play, Self-Help, Gluing and Cutting, Writing and Colouring and Yummy in Your Tummy.
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.
Jan
23
2024
Tue
Baby & Toddler Storytime (0-2 yrs)
10:00am - 10:30am
Central Library
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Culture of Reading,
Early Literacy
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.
Jan
24
2024
Wed
Family Storytime (2-5 yrs)
10:00am - 10:30am
Central Library
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Library Branch:
Central Library
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Claremont Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jan
25
2024
Thu
Claremont Storytime (2-5 yrs)
10:00am - 10:30am
Claremont Branch
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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.
Children
Central Library
Full
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jan
25
2024
Thu
Neurodivergent Storytime (2-6 yrs)
10:00am - 10:45am
Central Library
Full
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Culture of Reading,
Early Literacy,
Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
15
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Central Library
Full
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jan
26
2024
Fri
P.A Day Fun: The Salmon Are Coming! (6-12 yrs)
10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library
Full
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Community Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
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!
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Jan
24
2024
Wed
DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support)
11:00am - 1:00pm
Central Library
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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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12 pm |
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1 pm |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jan
22
2024
Mon
Parent Child Mother Goose with EarlyON (birth to 12 months)
1:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Early Literacy
Event Details:
This program offers a group experience for parents and babies focusing on the pleasure and power of using rhymes, songs, and stories together.
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This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Jan
23
2024
Tue
Seniors Social
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Collab Room 2 (green)
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.
Jan
24
2024
Wed
Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months)
1:30pm - 2:30pm
George Ashe Library
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Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Early Literacy
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.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adult,
Seniors
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Jan
25
2024
Thu
Community Makers & Artisans
1:00pm - 3:00pm
George Ashe Library
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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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jan
26
2024
Fri
P.A Day Fun: Crafternoon! (5-12 yrs)
2:00pm - 3:00pm
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
Event Details:
Time to get crafty! Come and get creative with a variety of fun craft supplies. What will you make? Supplies will be provided.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jan
27
2024
Sat
Celebrate Family Literacy Day! (2-6 yrs)
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Central Library
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Early Literacy,
Games and Activities
Event Details:
This year's theme for Family Literacy Day is: Let's have a family party! Come on by the Central Library as we engage in literacy activities and games!
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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3 pm |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jan
24
2024
Wed
Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months)
3:00pm - 4:00pm
George Ashe Library
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Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Early Literacy
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 "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Jan
25
2024
Thu
Youth Drop In
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Library
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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.
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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.
Jan
22
2024
Mon
Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Library
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
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.
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.
Jan
22
2024
Mon
English Conversation Circle
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Central Library
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Silent Room 1
Age Group:
Adult,
Y/Z Young 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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Children,
Teen
George Ashe Library
Full
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Jan
23
2024
Tue
Science Fair: How-To (Grades 3 - 12)
6:30pm - 8:00pm
George Ashe Library
Full
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Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Room:
Quiet Study Room
Age Group:
Children,
Teen
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
7
Event Details:
Want to learn more about what makes a great Science Fair entry? Join us for our Science Fair How-To Workshop and learn all the tips and tricks to help you create a masterpiece!
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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
Full
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Jan
25
2024
Thu
Art Hub: Vision Boards for 2024
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Central Library
Full
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
1
Event Details:
It’s a brand-new year! In this workshop, learn how to make a vision board that can help you achieve your dreams and goals for 2024, and beyond. We will provide all the supplies needed.
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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.
Teen,
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult
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.
Jan
24
2024
Wed
Introduction to 3D Printing
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Central Library
Full
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Maker Space
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult
Program Type:
Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
This introductory workshop will teach you the ins and outs of the library's 3D printers. Learn how to change the filament, load your file and how to make simple changes.
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