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Name: Film Club: The Boy In The Woods
Start: 2024-11-25T19:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-11-25T20:00:00-05:00
Location: Central Library

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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

Waitlist

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

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

Program Type: Community Partnership

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 0

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: 5

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: 3

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.

Winter Movie & Munchies

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Auditorium at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Teen

Program Type: Community Wellness, Film Screening, Inclusion and Belonging

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 16

Event Details:

Warm up with our hot chocolate bar, grab some snacks, and get comfy as we watch a movie! A poll for which movie to watch will be put on Discord. Go Vote!

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.

DIY Personalized Gifts: Vinyl Cutter

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Maker Space at Central Library

Waitlist

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Maker Space

Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 0

Event Details:

Want to make a custom gift for the holidays? Come and learn how to create your own design with the Vinyl Cutter! Learn the basics of vector graphics to create your design and cut it using the vinyl cutter.

Great Pickering Gingerbread House Competition

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Auditorium at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Teen

Program Type: Crafts and DIY, Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 5

Event Details:

The competition is on... who can make the Greatest Gingerbread House?

Roll up your sleeves and get messy as you go face to face with other legendary Gingerbread House constructors. Build, decorate, and enjoy!

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.

Photo Series: Photo Processing and Printing

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

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: 1

Event Details:

This workshop will demonstrate the basics of photo editing and post processing using software like Adobe Lightroom. We will look at concepts like white balance, color correction and how these concepts relate to the printing process.

Celebrate Winter: Creative Cookie Time! (2-6 yrs)

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am

Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library

Open

Library Branch: George Ashe Library

Room: Quiet Study Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Community Wellness, Storytime

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 1

Event Details:

Join us for everything cookies! Enjoy cookie stories, songs and decorate your own delicious cookie to take home. Dress for mess! Supplies will be provided.

Learn How to Solder

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Maker Space at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Maker Space

Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Maker Space

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 7

Event Details:

Soldering is one of the most important skills any beginner Maker needs to know in order to complete electronics projects. This workshop will teach you the very basics of soldering using well known techniques.

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Time	Mon (9/30)	Tue (10/01)	Wed (10/02)	Thu (10/03)	Fri (10/04)	Sat (10/05)
All Day	Closing National Day for Truth and Reconciliation All Day Some Branches Branches: George Ashe Library, Claremont Branch	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. Inktober Digital Art Contest 10/01/2024 @ 9:30am - 10/31/2024 @ 9:00pm Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors Virtual Virtual Event 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. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Crafts and DIY, Maker Space Event Details: Calling all artists ages 14+: submit your one of a kind digital art pieces by October 31st for your chance to be featured on our library website and win some fun prizes!
			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. Promoting Anti-Violence Through Art - Youth Art Exhibition 10/02/2024 @ 9:30am - 10/13/2024 @ 5:00pm 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. 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 Partnership, Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging Event Details: The Region of Durham funded the Durham Community Action Group (DCAG) to host a youth-led and youth-focused event addressing the issue of community violence. One of the ways DCAG decided to promote antiviolence, has been through art.
10 am		This event is in the "Children" group. Baby & Toddler Storytime (0-2 yrs) 10:00am - 10:30am Children Central Library This event is in the "Children" group. 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: Early Literacy 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. Family Storytime (2-5 yrs) 10:00am - 10:30am Children Central Library This event is in the "Children" group. 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: Storytime Event Details: This interactive and fun storytime features books, action songs and rhymes for the whole family! This event is in the "All Ages" group. Ovee Stop - Rick Johnson Memorial Park 10:00am - 12:00pm 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: Ovee, Rick Johnson Memorial Park Event Details: Visit us at our mobile library, Ovee! This service will be at the given address at the scheduled date and time. The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table 10:00am - 6:00pm Central Library Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Lobby Event Details: The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) is a community-based, multi-service agency dedicated to offering a broad range of community services. TNO provides settlement support to newcomers to Canada.	This event is in the "Children" group. Claremont Storytime (2-5 yrs) 10:00am - 10:30am Children Claremont Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Claremont Branch Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime Event Details: This interactive and fun storytime features books, action songs and rhymes for the whole family! This event is in the "Children" group. Neurodivergent Storytime (2-6 yrs) 10:00am - 10:45am Children Central Library This event is in the "Children" group. 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, Inclusion and Belonging, Storytime 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.		This event is in the "All Ages" group. Ovee Stop - Whitevale Park 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: Ovee, Whitevale Park Event Details: Visit us at our mobile library, Ovee! This service will be at the given address at the scheduled date and time.
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.
12 pm						This event is in the "All Ages" group. Ovee Stop - Rick Johnson Memorial Park 12:00pm - 1:30pm 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: Ovee, Rick Johnson Memorial Park Event Details: Visit us at our mobile library, Ovee! This service will be at the given address at the scheduled date and time.
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 "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 Event Details: This program will introduce infants to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments.	This event is in the "Adult" group. Community Makers & Artisans 1:00pm - 3:00pm 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: 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.	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. Comic Book Writing with Howard Wong (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: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Writing and Publishing Registration Required Seats Remaining: 11 Event Details: Jumpstart your comic creating during this two-hour overview workshop covering basically everything you need to start your comic book creating journey! Topics include: Worldbuilding Story Development
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 Event Details: This program will introduce infants to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments. This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Photo Series: Landscape Photography 3:00pm - 4:30pm Teen, Adult, Seniors Off Site Full Registration Offsite Event This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space Registration Required Seats Remaining: 13 Event Details: This workshop will teach you the fundamentals of landscape photography, including what it is and the type of gear and lenses to use, important concepts such as shooting with a small f-stop, composition techniques, and more.
4 pm		This event is in the "All Ages" group. Ovee Stop - Jackson Green Park 4:00pm - 5:30pm 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: Ovee, Event Details: Visit us at our mobile library, Ovee! This service will be at the given address at the scheduled date and time.		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. This event is in the "Children" group. Fall Oil Pastel Art (6-12 yrs) 4:30pm - 5:30pm 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: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY Registration Required Seats Remaining: 1 Event Details: Fall is in the air and what better way to capture the fall colours than to create your own masterpiece using oil pastels. Supplies will be provided.
5 pm
6 pm	Reservation People in action 6:00pm - 8:45pm Central Library This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Collab Room 3 (pink)	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Ovee Stop - Rouge Valley Park 6:00pm - 7:00pm 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: Ovee, Rouge Valley Park Event Details: Visit us at our mobile library, Ovee! This service will be at the given address at the scheduled date and time. This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group. Embracing Identity Panel 6:30pm - 7:30pm Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult 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. Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging Registration Required Seats Remaining: 18 Event Details: Come together for a panel discussion for LGBT History Month and Coming Out Day on the importance of personal discovery, identity, and the power of community.		This event is in the "Teen" group. Wellness Series: Flair for Self Care with DCHC 6:30pm - 8:30pm Teen George Ashe 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: George Ashe Library Room: Quiet Study Room Age Group: Teen Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY Registration Required Seats Remaining: 6 Event Details: Take a little self-care get-away, hang out and mix spa treatments to use at home! You’ll get a free program kit with everything you need. 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. This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Paw Print Wreath with Animal Services 7:00pm - 8:30pm Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors Central Library Full Registration 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: Auditorium Age Group: Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Community Partnership, Crafts and DIY Registration Required Seats Remaining: 3 Event Details: Learn how to make a paw print wreath! All supplies will be provided.

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