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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 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.

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!

12 am
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Lock In

08/17/2024 @ 11:00pm - 08/18/2024 @ 7:00am
Teen
Central Library
Full
Registration
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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. 
 

1 am
2 am
3 am
4 am
5 am
6 am
7 am
8 am
9 am
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.

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.

Getting Ready for Kindergarten with Academic Allies (3-5 yrs)

10:00am - 11:00am
Children
Central Library
Full
Registration
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Early Literacy, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
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.

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 "Seniors" group.

Games 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, Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging
Event Details:

Join an afternoon of games and trivia with Senior Buddies!

11 am
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.

Metrolinx Information Table

1:00pm - 3:00pm
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
Event Details:

Come say hello to the Metrolinx Team and visit the Metrolinx information booth at the Pickering Public Library! 

The Metrolinx Durham Region Community Engagement Team will be on site: 

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.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Community Makers & Artisans

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult, Seniors
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.

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

Harm Reduction Information and Education

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Lobby
Age Group: Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership
Event Details:

Harm Reduction Outreach Counsellors with the Harm Reduction Outreach program at John Howard Society Durham will be on-site at the Pickering Central Library to offer harm reduction education and information as well as Naloxone training and distribu

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.

Beyond the Book (8-12 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: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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. We will be doing a mini battle of the books. Each team will get 10 verso of books.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Rocket Building Fun! (9-12 yrs)

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children
Central Library
Full
Registration
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts and DIY, STEAM, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Do you like making and launching rockets? Join us as we construct rockets from 2L plastic bottles. Afterwards, kids will have the chance to go outside to launch their rockets! Please bring your own 2L bottle. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Summer Reading Club Wrap-Up Party with Magic Mel (0-12 yrs)

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Children
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Games and Activities, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us for the final hurrah as we wrap-up a fun-filled summer! Enjoy a live performance from Magic Mel and fun activities and crafts by children's staff. This is an event you don't want to miss! 

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

Creative Writing Group

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Culture of Reading, Writing and Publishing
Event Details:

Join the Creative Writing Group's monthly meetings to discuss your poetry and prose with fellow writers. Perform workshops and prompts and be a part of your local writing community!

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

Photo Series: Street Photography

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Teen, Adult, Seniors
Off Site
Full
Registration
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

This workshop will teach you the fundamentals of street photography, including what it is and the type of gear and lenses to use, important concepts such as shooting from a distance, composition techniques, and more.

5 pm
6 pm
This event is in the "Children" group.

Space Craft Night! (5-12 yrs)

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children
George Ashe Library
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Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts and DIY, Summer Reading
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Teen" group.

TGIS Wrap Up Party

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Teen
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teens Area
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: TGIS
Event Details:

It's time to sit back & relax with some snacks. Seriously, you need to bank on all that reading you did this summer! We have MANY prizes to give away!

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

Mastering the Bark Side!

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Off Site
Full
Registration
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Do you have an adolescent dog between the age of 5 months and 3 years, or an older dog that has developed some unwanted behaviours? Perhaps you adopted a dog that is not acting the way you expected it to.

Disclaimer(s)

Animals may be present at this event

Please be advised that animals (including service animals) may be present at this event.

Library Event Photo Policy

By attending this Library event, you consent to having your photo/video taken by Library staff in accordance with Library Policy. 

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. 2

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: 4
Event Details:

Let’s explore the self-publishing process! Learn about formatting, printing, binding, and promoting your work.

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

Introduction to Python

7:30pm - 8:30pm
Teen, Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Full
Registration
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

This workshop will teach you the very basics of the Python programming language, a very popular language for both web and desktop applications.

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 Trivia: '90s Edition!

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Full
Registration
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Come on by for an old-school trivia night! Snacks and prizes provided.