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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.

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

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

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: 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!

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.

Anime Club

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

Auditorium at Central Library

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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	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 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: 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 This event is in the "Children" group. 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!
9 am			This event is in the "Adult" group. Pathway to Newcomer Success: Job Searching in Canada with Pickering Welcome Centre 9:30am - 11:00am 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, Financial Literacy, Inclusion and Belonging Event Details: Are you new to Canada? Or a new immigrant and not sure how to find a job in Canada? Join this event presented by the Pickering Welcome Center to help you with your job search! Learn About:
10 am				This event is in the "All Ages" group. Seaton Pop-Up Library 10:00am - 11:30am All Ages Off Site Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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?
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.
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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 "Adult" group. Pickering Welcome Centre Outreach Table 1:00pm - 4:00pm 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: Central Lobby Age Group: Adult Program Type: Community Partnership, Inclusion and Belonging Event Details: The Pickering Welcome Centre will host a monthly information table at the Central Library, where Settlement Counsellors will be available to answer questions for newcomers and immigrants to Canada. 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, 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. Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker 1:30pm - 4:00pm 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: 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. Mario Kart Gaming Fun! (9-12 yrs) 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: Games and Activities, Summer Reading Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Come and join us for a Mario Kart Tournament! Gaming controllers 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 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, 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 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.
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6 pm			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.
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 "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. Painting 3D Printed Dungeons & Dragons Minis 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: 0 Event Details: Want to learn how to create your own Dungeons & Dragons mini for your next campaign? Join us and bring your favourite DnD character to life with basic painting techniques. Delve into a world of creativity and network with other DnD creatives.	This event is in the "Teen" group. Virtual Reality 7:00pm - 8:30pm Teen Central 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: Central Library Room: Maker Space Age Group: Teen Program Type: Computers and Technology Registration Required Seats Remaining: 1 Event Details: Come try out our virtual reality system! We will be playing different VR party games that will provide a fun and unique experience for everyone! (Warning: VR play-time can result in vision discomfort and/or motion sickness for some.) 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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