Week Calendar

Register for this hands-on program which focuses on how you can help your child learn early literacy skills with five simple practices: talking, reading, singing, writing and playing. Parent/caregiver participation is required.

Perfect for little ones who love bounces and tickles! This storytime features books, songs and action rhymes for little ones!

This interactive and fun storytime features books, action songs and rhymes for the whole family!

This interactive and fun storytime features books, action songs and rhymes for the whole family!

This program will introduce infants to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments.

Meet up with fellow makers every Thursday! Bring your own projects, share ideas, and socialize.

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.

This program offers a group experience for parents and babies focusing on the pleasure and power of using rhymes, songs, and stories together.

Learn about Durham Region's Newcomer Housing Journey Map while visiting the library! Staff from the Region will be on site to provide a demonstration and answer any questions related to this comprehensive resource.

Thrills, chills, fun and squeals! Come enjoy a spooky storytime, crafts, and activities. Costumes are encouraged, but not necessary. Supplies will be provided.

This program will introduce infants to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments.

Relax and connect while playing games with other tweens! You have a minute to win it... can you handle the challenge?

This is a program for youth (ages 10-14).

Waste Reduction Week is October 21 - 27 and what better way to celebrate than to create your own recycled craft! Children will learn how to properly divert waste at home by learning about green and blue bins.

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).

Come and meet new friends and play with LEGO! Let your creativity be your guide. Supplies will be provided.

For newcomers in the Pickering area looking to practice conversational English, meet new people, and learn about your community. Join us for a one hour conversation circle in partnership with Community Development Council Durham.

The Youth Leadership Program with Toastmasters International is geared for youth to develop their communication and leadership skills through practical experience.

Calling all young writers! Are you a budding writer eager to write and share your ideas with other kids? In these series of workshops, we will help you organize your thoughts using the steps of the writing process.

Suspicion grips the gathered guests, each with their own secrets and motives. It falls upon you, the esteemed attendees, to unravel the web of lies and deceit that surrounds the library. Join us for a night of mayhem and mystery!

Find your voice at Toastmasters! 

Hear some great speakers and enjoy warm conversation and watch a Toastmasters meeting unfold. 

Learn how to move ahead financially after the loss of a job.

Celebrate Islamic Heritage Month with a special Q&A featuring Sadiya Ansari, author of the novel In Exile: Rupture, Reunion, and My Grandmother's Secret Life.

This workshop will teach you how to organize your files and keep them safe in your primary, secondary or cloud storage. Keep track of your important files and learn how to retrieve your data.

Board meetings are held in-person and are open to members of the public to attend.