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Poetry Slam Contest! (Grades 1-8)

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Children
All Library Locations
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Library Branch: All Library Locations
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Culture of Reading, Writing and Publishing
Event Details:

Do you enjoy writing poems? If so, submit a poem for the Library's Poetry Slam Contest! The poem must be no longer than a page. Entries will be divided into the following categories: grades 1-2 | 3-4 | 5-6 | 7-8.

Prom Boutique Donations

All Day 4/15 - 4/26
Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult
Program Type: Inclusion and Belonging
Event Details:

Last year’s Prom Boutique was BIG, and we aim to make this year’s even bigger. 

 
10 am

Family Storytime (2-5 yrs)

10:00am - 10:30am
Children
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, Storytime
Event Details:

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

Baby & Toddler Storytime (0-2 yrs)

10:00am - 10:30am
Children
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!

Family Storytime (2-5 yrs)

10:00am - 10:30am
Children
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:

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

Claremont Storytime (2-5 yrs)

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

Neurodivergent Storytime (2-6 yrs)

10:00am - 10:45am
Children
Central Library
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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.

Saturday Storytime Spectacular! (2-5 yrs)

10:00am - 10:30am
Children
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:

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

Neurodivergent Drop-In

11:00am - 12:00pm
Children
George Ashe Library
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Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging
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.

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.

DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support)

11:00am - 1:00pm
Adult
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.
12 pm
1 pm

Seniors Social

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Seniors
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.

Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months)

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Children
George Ashe Library
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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.

Community Makers & Artisans

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community Partnership
Event Details:

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

Herbs In Your Garden with Durham Master Gardeners

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult
George Ashe Library
Full
Registration
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Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community Wellness, Gardening
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

This presentation highlights best practices for successfully growing culinary herbs in your garden, whether it be in containers or in your garden bed. Tips for harvesting, methods of preserving and other culinary uses are also discussed.
3 pm

Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months)

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children
George Ashe Library
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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

Youth Drop In

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen
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.
5 pm
6 pm

English Conversation Circle

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adult, Seniors
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.

Youth Leadership Toastmasters (11-17 yrs)

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Children, Teen
Central Library
Full
Registration
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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.
7 pm

Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adult
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. 

Sleepy Storytime (2-6 yrs)

7:00pm - 7:30pm
Children
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, Storytime
Event Details:

Put on your pajamas and bring your favourite stuffy and join us for some sleepy stories before bedtime!

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.

Writing Project Series: Poetry

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Full
Registration
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Culture of Reading, Writing and Publishing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Is poetry simply a bunch of fancy rhymes jumbled together, or is it so much more? Learn the answer at this program as we take a look at the characteristics of a poem, different types of poetry, and just how powerful poetry can be.

Introduction to File Management & Cloud Storage

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Full
Registration
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

This workshop will teach you how to organize your files and keep them safe in your primary, secondary or cloud storage. Keep track of your important files and learn how to retrieve your data.

Adults V Teens Trivia III

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen, Adult
Central Library
Full
Registration
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Games and Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Battle it out on Kahoot for Trivia supremacy in Adults VS Teens Trivia III. Test your factual knowledge against the Teens for a chance to win a prize! Must have a smart phone or tablet to play.