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Name: Winter Fun Crafternoon! (5-12)
Start: 2025-01-02T14:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-01-02T15:00:00-05:00
Location: Central Library

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Winter Fun Crafternoon! (5-12)

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Auditorium at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY

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Time to get crafty! Come and get creative with a variety of fun craft supplies. Supplies will be provided.

LEGO Fun! (6-12 yrs)

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm

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

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Come and meet new friends and have fun while building a LEGO city! Supplies will be provided.

Marble Run Madness! (6-12 yrs)

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Auditorium at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Community Wellness, STEAM

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Come and work together with friends to build some super awesome build marble runs! How complex can you make them?

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

All Day 1/6 - 2/7

All Library Locations

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Library Branch: All Library Locations

Age Group: Children, Teen

Program Type: STEAM

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On Saturday, March 1, Pickering Public Library and Ajax Public Library will be hosting our annual Pickering-Ajax Science Fair! Children from Grades 3-12 are invited to create a science fair project.

The Prism Collective

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Auditorium at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult

Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Inclusion and Belonging

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 30

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.

New Year's Resolution Vision Board

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Teens Area at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Teens Area

Age Group: Teen

Program Type: Crafts and DIY

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 18

Event Details:

Do you have goals you want to achieve this year? Are you more of a visual person? Come join us to create vision boards for the year ahead! Snacks and materials included.

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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.

Science Fair: How-To Workshop (Grades 3 - 12)

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library

Open

Library Branch: George Ashe Library

Room: Quiet Study Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: STEAM

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 14

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!

Anime Club

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Auditorium at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Teen

Program Type: Film Screening, Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 16

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 discussing our favourite moments and characters!

This month's anime: Jujutsu Kaisen

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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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Wills & Estate Planning Information Session with Brian Hawke

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am

Auditorium at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Community Wellness, Financial Literacy

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 37

Event Details:

Explore the essentials of estate planning in this informative presentation from local lawyer, Brian Hawke, and gain peace of mind by understanding how a well-crafted Will can simplify the estate process and ensure your final wishes are honoured.

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All Day					Closing Good Friday All Day Some Branches Branches: Central Library, George Ashe Library, Claremont Branch
10 am	This event is in the "Children" group. Family Storytime (2-5 yrs) 10:00am - 10:30am Children George Ashe Library This event is in the "Children" group. 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: Culture of Reading, 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 "Children" group. Baby & Toddler Storytime (0-2 yrs) 10:00am - 10:30am Children Central Library This event is in the "Children" group. 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: 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!	This event is in the "Children" group. Family Storytime (2-5 yrs) 10:00am - 10:30am Children Central Library This event is in the "Children" group. 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: Culture of Reading, 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 "Children" group. Claremont Storytime (2-5 yrs) 10:00am - 10:30am Children Claremont Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Claremont Branch Age Group: Children Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime This event is in the "Children" group. Neurodivergent Storytime (2-6 yrs) 10:00am - 10:45am Children Central Library This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
11 am			This event is in the "Adult" group. DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support) 11:00am - 1:00pm Adult Central Library This event is in the "Adult" group. 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, 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
1 pm		This event is in the "Seniors" group. Seniors Social 1:00pm - 3:00pm Seniors Central Library This event is in the "Seniors" group. 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.	This event is in the "Children" group. Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months) 1:30pm - 2:30pm Children George Ashe Library This event is in the "Children" group. 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: Community Partnership Event Details: This program will introduce infants to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments.	This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Community Makers & Artisans 1:00pm - 3:00pm Adult, Seniors George Ashe Library This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
2 pm			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. Social Services Community Supports 2:00pm - 4:30pm All Ages, Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors Central Library 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. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Lobby Age Group: All Ages, Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness An Ontario Works Outreach Worker from the Region of Durham will be onsite every Wednesday at the Central Library to assist you, and no appointment is necessary. The Outreach Worker can connect you to a variety of social services, supports, and resources, including financial resources, housing, food security, counselling, children’s services referrals, assistance to replace government issued ID, and more. The Outreach Worker can also contact community agencies on your behalf and assist with online government application forms.			This event is in the "Children" group. Coding Workshop with Ontario Tech University (Grades 1-4) 2:00pm - 4:00pm Children Central Library Full Registration This event is in the "Children" group. Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Partnership, Computers and Technology Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: c_wonder Coding Workshops aim to introduce children to the fundamentals of coding and its applications in the real world. This event is in the "Children" group. Ramadan Storytime with the Muslim Women of Durham Region (0-12) 2:00pm - 4:00pm Children Central Library This event is in the "Children" group. 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: Community Partnership, Inclusion and Belonging, Storytime Event Details: Join the Muslim Women of Durham Region for a fun-filled family event on Ramadan and Eid. There will be an opportunity to learn about the month of fasting, the lunar calendar, and how Eid is celebrated. 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.
3 pm			This event is in the "Children" group. Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months) 3:00pm - 4:00pm Children George Ashe Library This event is in the "Children" group. 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: Community Partnership Event Details: This program will introduce infants to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments.
4 pm				This event is in the "Teen" group. Youth Drop In 4:00pm - 5:30pm Teen Central Library This event is in the "Teen" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
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 Adult, Seniors Central Library This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 "Adult" group. Divorce Information Session 6:00pm - 8:00pm Adult Virtual Full Registration Virtual Event This event is in the "Adult" group. Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Adult Program Type: Community Partnership Registration Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Details: Family Mediation and Resources presents an online divorce information session focusing on divorce options in and out of court.	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teen" group. Youth Leadership Toastmasters (11-17 yrs) 6:30pm - 8:00pm Children, Teen Central Library Full Registration This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teen" group. Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Children, Teen Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 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. Alphabet Soup: 2SLGBTQIA+ 101 with pflagDR 6:30pm - 8:00pm Teen George Ashe Library Full Registration This event is in the "Teen" group. Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: George Ashe Library Room: Quiet Study Room Age Group: Teen Program Type: Community Partnership, Inclusion and Belonging Registration Required Seats Remaining: 13 Event Details: Come join us and pflag Durham Region for a safer space to have a conversation around the differences between gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation and how to use affirming language! 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.
7 pm	This event is in the "Adult" group. Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters 7:00pm - 8:30pm Adult Central Library This event is in the "Adult" group. 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.	This event is in the "Adult" group. Gardening for the Birds with Durham Master Gardeners 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adult Central Library Full Registration This event is in the "Adult" group. Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Adult Program Type: Community Wellness, Gardening Registration Required Seats Remaining: 14 Event Details: The focus for this talk is to provide an understanding of the needs of birds, how to design your garden to provide food, shelter and nesting spots.	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. Analog to Digital Conversion 7:00pm - 8:30pm Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors Central Library Full Registration 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. Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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: 1 Event Details: Do you still have precious family videos on VHS cassettes? Music on vinyl LP discs or even cassette tapes? Learn how to unlock and preserve your memories and convert your analog material to digital using Maker Space equipment.	This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. From A Maze to Amazing: Understanding Ontario's Personal Income Tax, Credits and Benefits 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adult, Seniors Virtual Virtual Event This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Adult, Seniors Program Type: Financial Literacy Event Details: The Ministry of Finance will be on hand during this information session for anyone who finds the thought of filing a personal Income Tax and Benefit Return stressful, confusing, or overwhelming. This event is in the "Adult" group. Pickering Public Library Board Meeting 7:00pm - 9:00pm Adult Central Library This event is in the "Adult" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Adult Program Type: Library Board Event Details: Board meetings are held in-person and are open to members of the public to attend.

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