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The Prism Collective

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Auditorium at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult

Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Inclusion and Belonging

Registration Required

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.

Crafty Tales (2-5 yrs)

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Maker Space - Event Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Crafts and DIY, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us for a fun storytime filled with books, songs, and rhymes, followed by an exciting hands-on craft inspired by the story. Perfect for little ones who love reading and crafting!

Anime Club

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Maker Space - Event Room

Age Group: Teen

Program Type: Film Screening, Inclusion and Belonging

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us for our biweekly Anime Club meetup, where anime enthusiasts and those new to the genre come together for snacks, watch parties, and discussing our favourite moments and characters!

Anime of the month: Attack on Titan

Open book of poetry beside a potted plant, sunlight shining.

Creative Writing Series: Poetry

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Auditorium at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Culture of Reading, Writing and Publishing

Registration Required

Event Details:

Is poetry simply a bunch of fancy rhymes jumbled together, or is it so much more? Learn the answer at this program as we take a look at the characteristics of a poem, different types of poetry, and just how powerful poetry can be.

Tween to Teen: Craft Night

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Teens Area at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Teens Area

Age Group: Children, Teen

Program Type: Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging

Registration Required

Event Details:

Relax and connect while making crafts with other tweens!

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

Intro to UX Design

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Auditorium at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Computers and Technology, Crafts and DIY

Registration Required

Event Details:

Discover how User Experience (UX) Design shapes the way we interact with the world. In this beginner-friendly session, we'll break down what UX is, explore core principles and walk through the phases of the UX design process.

Pickering Library Job Searching in Canada flyer

Job Searching in Canada with Pickering Welcome Centre

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Silent Room 1 at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Silent Room 1

Age Group: Adult, Young Adult

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

Event Details:

Are you new to Canada and not sure how to find a job? Join this workshop presented by the Pickering Welcome Centre to help you with your job search!

'Savouring Verses' book cover on either side of Judith Shaw's author photo.

Judith Shaw Book Launch: Savouring Verses: A Jamaican Childhood (Re)Collection

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Auditorium at Central Library

Open

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Author Event, Community Partnership, Writing and Publishing

Registration Required

Event Details:

Enjoy a live reading, cultural storytelling, and audience Q&A with local author Judith Shaw. The event will also include light Caribbean refreshments to engage the senses and bring the stories to life!

Holiday Coding and Robotics Adventure with Code Ninjas (8-14 yrs)

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Auditorium at Central Library

Waitlist

Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Children, Teen

Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Games and Activities, STEAM

Registration Required

Event Details:

You’re invited to explore the world of STEM with Code Ninjas Pickering in this holiday-themed workshop!

Noon Years Eve! (0-12 yrs)

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central Storytime Area at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Central Storytime Area

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Games and Activities

Event Details:

Bring your party hats and noisemakers and come countdown the New Year! We will have games and activities for families to participate in. Supplies will be provided.

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All Day	This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Writing Contest 11/01/2024 @ 9:30am–11/30/2024 @ 9:00pm Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors All Library Locations This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "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: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Culture of Reading, Writing and Publishing Event Details: Calling all writers: submit your poetry, short stories, and creative nonfiction by November 30th for your chance to be featured on our library website and win some fun prizes!
1 pm			This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Service Canada Outreach Table 1:00pm–4:00pm Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Central Library This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "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 Room: Central Lobby Outreach Table Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy Event Details: A Service Canada representative will be available to provide advice or guidance on accessing Service Canada programs and services related to Employment Insurance, the Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security.
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4 pm			This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teen" group Tween Turnout (10-14 yrs) 4:00pm–5:00pm Children, Teen Central Library This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teen" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Teens Area Age Group: Children, Teen Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities Event Details: Relax and connect while playing games with other tweens! Whether you are a beginner or an expert, join us for a game of Chess. This is a program for youth (ages 10-14).		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 "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Durham Region Newcomer Housing Journey Map - Information Table 6:00pm–8:00pm Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Central Library This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "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 Room: Central Lobby Outreach Table Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Financial Literacy, Inclusion and Belonging Event Details: 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.		This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teen" group Youth Leadership Toastmasters (11-17 yrs) 6:30pm–8:00pm Children, Teen Central Library Full Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group 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: Auditorium Age Group: Children, Teen Program Type: Community Partnership Registration Required Event Details: The Youth Leadership Program with Toastmasters International is geared for youth to develop their communication and leadership skills through practical experience. This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group D&D with the Maker Space 6:30pm–8:30pm Teen, Adult Central Library Full Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Collab Room 1 (blue) Age Group: Teen, Adult Program Type: Maker Space Registration Required Event Details: Join us for an evening of 5th edition Dungeons and Dragons with a one-shot campaign! Delve into a world of creativity and adventure, and network with other DnD creatives while seeing how you can elevate your games with Maker Space equipment.	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teen" group Tales and Tellers: Storytelling Workshop with Durham Family and Cultural Centre (6-15 yrs) 6:00pm–8:00pm Children, Teen George Ashe Library This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teen" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: George Ashe Library Room: Quiet Study Room Age Group: Children, Teen Program Type: Community Partnership, Culture of Reading, Inclusion and Belonging Event Details: Tales and Tellers is a storytelling workshop where racialized families can reconnect with the art form.
7 pm			This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "Young Adult" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Writing Makes Money with Erica London 7:00pm–8:00pm Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Central Library Full Registration Required This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group This event is in the "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: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Author Event, Culture of Reading, Financial Literacy, Writing and Publishing Registration Required 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.		This event is in the "Teen" group Teen Trivia - Anime 7:00pm–8:30pm Teen Central Library Full Registration Required 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: Teens Area Age Group: Teen Program Type: Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging Registration Required 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.

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