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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.

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

Pathway to Newcomer Success: Job Searching in Canada with Pickering Welcome Centre

9:30am - 11:00am
Adult
Central Library
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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!

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10 am

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?
11 am

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

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.

Pickering Welcome Centre Outreach Table

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult
Central Library
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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.

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.

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

Mario Kart Gaming 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: 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

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

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

Divorce Information Session

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult
Virtual
Full
Registration
Virtual Event
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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

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. 

Painting 3D Printed Dungeons & Dragons Minis

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Full
Registration
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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.

Virtual Reality

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teen
Central Library
Full
Registration
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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.