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This event is in the "Children" group.

Tails of Hope Short Story Contest (5-12 yrs)

05/27/2024 @ 9:00am - 07/22/2024 @ 5:00pm
Children
All Library Locations
Full
Registration
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Library Branch: All Library Locations
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Culture of Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Do you have a story to tell about a special animal in your life? Do you have a rescued dog, cat, chinchilla or friendly neighbourhood squirrel that you want to share with the world?

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 Reading Challenge (ARC)

All Day 7/1 - 8/31
Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
All Library Locations
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Library Branch: All Library Locations
Age Group: Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Culture of Reading, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Celebrate summer by participating in ARC, our Adult Reading Challenge! Complete activities to earn badges along the way.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Noisy Art Contest with Pine Ridge Arts Council (5-12 yrs)

07/02/2024 @ 9:30am - 07/26/2024 @ 5:00pm
Children
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY
Event Details:

In collaboration with Pine Ridge Arts Council, Noisy Art is a celebration of colour and a Juried Art Show for children in Kindergarten to Grade 8. Children have the opportunity to create original artwork on any theme they choose using any medium.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Design-a-Bookmark Contest

07/02/2024 @ 9:30am - 08/31/2024 @ 5:00pm
Children
All Library Locations
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Library Branch: All Library Locations
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts and DIY, Culture of Reading, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Calling all illustrators!

9 am
Reservation

Shirlene

9:45am - 10:45am
Central Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Solo Work Pod 2
10 am
This event is in the "Children" group.

Nature 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: Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Come listen to nature stories and songs! A portion of this storytimes involves going outside into the reading garden or taking a walk to the park outside the library. Please dress for the weather.

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.

Books and Crafts in the Park with EarlyON (2-6 yrs)

10:00am - 11:00am
Children
Off Site
Full
Registration
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Crafts and DIY, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Join children's staff for an interactive storytelling event followed by a fun craft led by EarlyON staff in the Esplanade Park! Please register for each Monday session you would like to attend.

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
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, Summer Reading
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.

Galaxy Art (5-10 yrs)

10:00am - 11:00am
Children
George Ashe Library
Full
Registration
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Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts and DIY, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Create your own intergalactic galaxy art piece using oil pastels! Supplies will be provided.

This event is in the "Children" group.

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, Summer Reading
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 "All Ages" group.

Seaton Pop-Up Library

10:00am - 11:30am
All Ages
Off Site
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging
Event Details:

Hello, Seaton! Join library staff every Wednesday morning for engaging activities and information about our library services. Interested in obtaining a library card? Curious about our digital library and how it works?

This event is in the "Children" group.

Neurodivergent Storytime (2-6 yrs)

10:00am - 10:45am
Children
Central Library
Full
Registration
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Inclusion and Belonging, Storytime, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
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 "Seniors" group.

Paint with Senior Buddies

10:00am - 1:00pm
Seniors
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging
Event Details:

Join Senior Buddies for a fun paint event designed just for seniors! Explore your creative side with a follow-along tutorial or using your imagination! 

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

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, Summer Reading
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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Robotics Fun with IRIS Robotics (6-9 yrs)

11:00am - 12:00pm
Children
Central Library
Full
Registration
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Computers and Technology, STEAM, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join IRIS Robotics for a fun morning of STEAM learning! Come and learn concepts related to WeDo, WeDo 2.0 and LEGO Education.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

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
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.

Service Canada Outreach Table

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Claremont Branch
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Library Branch: Claremont Branch
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy
Event Details:

A Service Canada representative will be available to provide advice or guidance on accessing Service Canada programs and services related to Employment Insurance, the Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security.

This is a drop-in event.

This event is in the "Seniors" group.

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.

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.

Service Canada Outreach Table

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Lobby
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy
Event Details:

A Service Canada representative will be available to provide advice or guidance on accessing Service Canada programs and services related to Employment Insurance, the Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security.

 

This event is in the "Children" group.

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, Community Wellness
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.

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. 

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

Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker

1:30pm - 4:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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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
This event is in the "Children" group.

Outer Space Window Art! (7-10 yrs)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children
George Ashe Library
Full
Registration
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Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts and DIY, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Come and make your own outer space window art masterpiece! Supplies will be provided.

This event is in the "Children" group.

LEGO STEAM Fun! (6-12 yrs)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children
George Ashe Library
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Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities, STEAM, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us in-person as we play with LEGO. Let your creativity be your guide! Supplies will be provided.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Space Fun with Crock A Doodle (9-12 yrs)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children
Central Library
Full
Registration
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Crafts and DIY, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Create your own space splatter on a coaster with Crock A Doodle Pickering! Supplies will be provided.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Make Your Own Super Galactic Button! (5-12 yrs)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts and DIY, Maker Space, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Come on by and design your own button using our button maker! What will you make? Supplies will be provided.

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

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, Community Wellness
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 "Teen" group.

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
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.

Kahoot! Tech Trivia

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult
Central Library
Full
Registration
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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: 3
Event Details:

Test your knowledge by competing against each other using Kahoot! A smartphone or tablet is required to play, however, if you do not have one, Library staff will have devices for you to borrow for the game.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Spectrum Soundbath

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen
Central Library
Full
Registration
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Library Branch: Central Library
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Community Wellness, TGIS
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Spectrum Soundbath is a collaborative spontaneous and intuitive sound meditation that uses multiple techniques of musical improvisation influenced by Carnatic music. Folks are encouraged to rest or play on a bed of sound!

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
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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 "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.

Writing Project Series: Publishing Pt. 1

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, Financial Literacy, Writing and Publishing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Let’s explore the traditional publishing process! Learn about querying agents, working with publishers, and participating in literary events.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.

Canva Series: Resume Design

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult
Central Library
Full
Registration
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult
Program Type: Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

This workshop will teach you how you can use Canva and digital design techniques to make your resume stand out from the rest of the crowd.