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Name: PA Day Fun: Family Crafternoon! (5-12 yrs)
Start: 2024-11-15T14:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-11-15T15:00:00-05:00
Location: George Ashe Library

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PA Day Fun: Family Crafternoon! (5-12 yrs)

Friday, November 15, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY

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

Typewriter with dollar signs on the page.

Writing Makes Money with Erica London

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Auditorium at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Author Event, Culture of Reading, Financial Literacy, Writing and Publishing

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 18

Event Details:

How can you turn creative writing into a business? Author and businesswoman Erica London joins us to discuss her journey as a writer and how she found success through writing.

Teen Trivia - Anime

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Teens Area at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Teens Area

Age Group: Teen

Program Type: Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 24

Event Details:

Don’t miss this chance to showcase your anime expertise and connect with fellow fans. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a casual viewer, we guarantee a night of laughter and friendly competition. There are prizes to be won!

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.

Film Club: The Boy In The Woods

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Maker Space at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Maker Space

Age Group: Teen, Adult

Program Type: Maker Space

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 9

Event Details:

Are you interested in films and documentaries? Join us for our film club for a thoughtful and lively discussion on our selected title each month from either Kanopy or Hoopla.

The Future is Calling! Post-Secondary School Fair

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Auditorium at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult

Program Type: Community Partnership

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 9

Event Details:

Explore your future at our Post-Secondary School Fair!

Open Tech Talk: Apple iPhones and iPads

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Maker Space at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Maker Space

Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 6

Event Details:

Fostering a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing of technology, Open Tech Talk is a drop-in discussion group, whereby clients can bring in their tech related questions to discuss with library staff as well as share their love of technolo

Intro to Digital Art Software: Krita

Thursday, November 28, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Maker Space at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Maker Space

Age Group: All Ages, Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 6

Event Details:

Unlock your inner artist with our Krita workshop. Krita is a free digital painting software used by professionals and hobbyists to create digital art.

A black and white image of old documents and portraits

Genealogy Drop-In

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm

Maker Space at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Maker Space

Age Group: Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Local History and Genealogy

Event Details:

Stop by the Central Library for a monthly, afternoon drop-in to work on genealogy projects with the support of library staff and other genealogy enthusiasts. Staff will be on site to introduce genealogy tools like Ancestry.ca and as

World Religion Day: We Are All Family

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Maker Space at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Maker Space

Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging

Event Details:

Durham Multifaith Community is pleased to invite you to World Religion Day 2025: We Are Family. You will have the opportunity to interact and learn about different faiths through a variety of interactive displays and family activities.

Genealogy Drop-In

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm

Maker Space at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Maker Space

Age Group: Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Local History and Genealogy

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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.
5 pm
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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