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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
All Library Locations
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Jul-Aug
2024
Adult Reading Challenge (ARC)
All Day 7/1 - 8/31
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
07/02/2024 @ 9:30am - 08/31/2024 @ 5:00pm
Children
All Library Locations
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul-Aug
2024
Design-a-Bookmark Contest
07/02/2024 @ 9:30am - 08/31/2024 @ 5:00pm
All Library Locations
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
All Library Locations
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Crafts and DIY,
Culture of Reading,
Summer Reading
Event Details:
Calling all illustrators!
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Aug
12
2024
Mon
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.
Aug
12
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.
Aug
12
2024
Mon
Nature Storytime (2-5 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:
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.
Children
George Ashe Library
Full
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
12
2024
Mon
Save the Monarch Butterflies (5-12 yrs)
10:00am - 11:30am
George Ashe Library
Full
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 Partnership,
Gardening,
Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Come and learn about the life cycle of monarch butterflies, the importance of butterflies in the environment and how to save them. Participants will have an opportunity to observe live monarch eggs, caterpillars, chrysalises and butterflies.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Aug
12
2024
Mon
Genealogy Drop-In
10:30am - 12:30pm
Central Library
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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.
Aug
13
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:
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.
Children
Central Library
Full
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
13
2024
Tue
Getting Ready for Kindergarten with Academic Allies (3-5 yrs)
10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library
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,
Early Literacy,
Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
13
Event Details:
This program will be a play-based program, focusing on essential skills children need to enter Kindergarten. Key areas will include: fine motor, self-regulation and well-being, cognitive development, and socialization.
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.
Aug
14
2024
Wed
Family Storytime (2-5 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:
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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Aug
14
2024
Wed
Seaton Pop-Up Library
10:00am - 11:30am
Off Site
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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?
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Central Library
Full
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
15
2024
Thu
Neurodivergent Storytime (2-6 yrs)
10:00am - 10:45am
Central Library
Full
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,
Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
12
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
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
11
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,
Games and Activities,
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.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Aug
14
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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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
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.
Aug
13
2024
Tue
Durham Community Health Centre - Hep C and Harm Reduction ResourceTable
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Central Library
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Lobby
Age Group:
All Ages,
Teen,
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Community Wellness
Event Details:
The Durham Community Health Centre team will be on site at the Central Library, hosting a resource table focusing on hepatitis c and harm reduction overdose protection.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Aug
13
2024
Tue
Seniors Social
1:00pm - 3:00pm
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
14
2024
Wed
Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months)
1:30pm - 2:30pm
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:
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.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Aug
15
2024
Thu
Community Makers & Artisans
1:00pm - 3:00pm
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.
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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.
Aug
16
2024
Fri
Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker
1:30pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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 "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
Full
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
12
2024
Mon
Beyond the Book (8-12 yrs)
2:00pm - 3:30pm
George Ashe Library
Full
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:
Culture of Reading,
Early Literacy,
Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Event Details:
Come and have some fun and meet other kids in this literacy focused program as we go "beyond the book." Each week there will be a different book challenge. July 8 - Writing - Make up a goofy story or poem. Draw a cover to a book.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Central Library
Full
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
12
2024
Mon
STEM Workshop with Ontario Tech University (Grades 1-4)
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
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,
STEAM,
Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Boost your child's STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) skills with Ontario Tech University's Engineering Outreach Team!
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
Full
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
13
2024
Tue
Constellation Art! (8-12 yrs)
2:00pm - 3:00pm
George Ashe Library
Full
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:
Crafts and DIY,
Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Learn about constellations and make your own constellation art piece! Supplies will be provided.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
15
2024
Thu
LEGO STEAM Fun! (6-12 yrs)
2:00pm - 3:00pm
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,
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.
Children
Central Library
Full
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
15
2024
Thu
Family Summer Movie Afternoon: Migration (5-12 yrs)
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
Full
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Film Screening,
Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Come spend an afternoon at the movies...at the library! We will be watching Migration. Snacks will be provided.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
14
2024
Wed
Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months)
3:00pm - 4:00pm
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:
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.
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This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Aug
15
2024
Thu
Youth Drop In
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Library
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.
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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.
Aug
14
2024
Wed
Sew Your Own Bookmark
6:00pm - 6:45pm
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,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Bookmarks can be so drab--why not make your own with our fabulous sewing machines? All materials will be provided, just bring your creativity.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
14
2024
Wed
Viewing Gala for Noisy Art
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library
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,
Crafts and DIY,
Summer Reading
Event Details:
You are invited to attend a viewing gala of all the fabulous art pieces submitted for the Noisy Art Contest. Reception to follow at 7:00pm in the auditorium.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
Full
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
15
2024
Thu
Become a Space Gardener! (6-10 yrs)
6:00pm - 7:30pm
George Ashe Library
Full
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,
Gardening,
Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
2
Event Details:
Come find out how the Canadian Space Agency is growing plants on the International Space Station (ISS). Plant some seeds to take home and experiment with your own plants. Dress for mess. Supplies will be provided.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Aug
12
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
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.
Aug
14
2024
Wed
Sew Your Own Bookmark
7:00pm - 7:45pm
Central Library
Full
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Bookmarks can be so drab--why not make your own with our fabulous sewing machines? All materials will be provided, just bring your creativity.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Aug
14
2024
Wed
Noisy Art: Awards Reception!
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:
Children
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Crafts and DIY,
Summer Reading
Event Details:
All children who submitted artwork to the Noisy Art Contest with PineRidge Arts Council (PRAC) are invited to an awards reception where winners will be announced for all three age categories.
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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
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.
Aug
15
2024
Thu
Poetry In The Park
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Central Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Culture of Reading,
Inclusion and Belonging,
Writing and Publishing
Event Details:
Meet us under the gazebo in Esplanade Park for exciting open mic poetry! Share your own poems or some of your favourites, or feel free to listen and snack on provided cookies and coffee.
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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.
Aug
14
2024
Wed
Sew Your Own Bookmark
8:00pm - 8:45pm
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,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
1
Event Details:
Bookmarks can be so drab--why not make your own with our fabulous sewing machines? All materials will be provided, just bring your creativity.
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This event is in the "Teen" group.
08/17/2024 @ 11:00pm - 08/18/2024 @ 7:00am
Teen
Central Library
Full
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Lock In
08/17/2024 @ 11:00pm - 08/18/2024 @ 7:00am
Central Library
Full
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Age Group:
Teen
Program Type:
Inclusion and Belonging,
TGIS
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
2
Event Details:
Meet us at the library, after-hours, for our Annual Library Lock In! Games, Movies, Trivia & an abundance of food. Permission forms will be sent to teens in advance.
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