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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.
11/01/2024 @ 9:30am - 11/30/2024 @ 9:00pm
Teen,
Adult,
Y/Z 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 "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Writing Contest
11/01/2024 @ 9:30am - 11/30/2024 @ 9:00pm
All Library Locations
Library Branch:
All Library Locations
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult,
Y/Z 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!
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10 am |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nov
18
2024
Mon
Bilingual Storytime (0-5 yrs)
10:00am - 10:30am
George Ashe Library
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:
Early Literacy,
Storytime
Event Details:
Come and enjoy a unique storytime offered in English and French! This storytime features stories, rhymes and songs for children and parents/caregivers.
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nov
19
2024
Tue
Baby & Toddler Storytime (0-2 yrs)
10:00am - 10:30am
Central Library
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,
Storytime
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
Family Storytime (2-5 yrs)
10:00am - 10:30am
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Storytime Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Early Literacy,
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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
Ovee Stop - Rick Johnson Memorial Park
10:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table
10:00am - 6:00pm
Central Library
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Claremont Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nov
21
2024
Thu
Claremont Storytime (2-5 yrs)
10:00am - 10:30am
Claremont Branch
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!
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11 am |
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support)
11:00am - 1:00pm
Central Library
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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12 pm |
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Nov
17
2024
Sun
Book Sale
12:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Culture of Reading
Event Details:
Join us at the Pickering Public Library this November for our much-anticipated Fall Book Sale! It's the perfect opportunity to find great books at unbeatable prices, while supporting your local library.
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This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Nov
19
2024
Tue
Seniors Social
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
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 "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.
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.
Nov
19
2024
Tue
Service Canada Outreach Table
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Lobby
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult,
Y/Z 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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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months)
1:30pm - 2:30pm
George Ashe Library
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.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Nov
21
2024
Thu
Community Makers & Artisans
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
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.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adult,
Seniors
Central Library
Full
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Nov
22
2024
Fri
Mobile ID Tax Clinic Session 1
1:00pm - 1:45pm
Central Library
Full
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Collab Room 1 (blue)
Age Group:
Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Financial Literacy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Filing your taxes each year unlocks benefits you may be eligible to receive. Have a modest income and a simple tax situation?
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adult,
Seniors
Central Library
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Nov
22
2024
Fri
Mobile ID and Benefits Access Hub
1:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Maker Space
Age Group:
Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Financial Literacy
Event Details:
Get help accessing benefits that may put money in your pocket! Open a Registered Education Savings Plan, get Social Insurance Numbers and other ID, and learn about the Canadian Dental Care Plan!
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adult,
Seniors
Central Library
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Nov
22
2024
Fri
Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker
1:30pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
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.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adult,
Seniors
Central Library
Full
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Nov
22
2024
Fri
Mobile ID Tax Clinic Session 2
1:45pm - 2:30pm
Central Library
Full
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Collab Room 1 (blue)
Age Group:
Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Financial Literacy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Filing your taxes each year unlocks benefits you may be eligible to receive. Have a modest income and a simple tax situation?
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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,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Nov
23
2024
Sat
CLEAResult Outreach Table
1:00pm - 5:00pm
George Ashe Library
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Age Group:
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Partnership
Event Details:
Join CLEAResult for information and support regarding the Save on Energy’s Energy Affordability Program (EAP), and Enbridge’s
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2 pm |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nov
18
2024
Mon
Parent Child Mother Goose with EarlyON (birth to 12 months)
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
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,
Early Literacy
Event Details:
This program offers a group experience for parents and babies focusing on the pleasure and power of using rhymes, songs, and stories together.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Nov
22
2024
Fri
Ovee Stop - Hollymeadow Park
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 "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adult,
Seniors
Central Library
Waitlist
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Nov
22
2024
Fri
Mobile ID Tax Clinic Session 3
2:30pm - 3:15pm
Central Library
Waitlist
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Collab Room 1 (blue)
Age Group:
Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Financial Literacy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Filing your taxes each year unlocks benefits you may be eligible to receive. Have a modest income and a simple tax situation?
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3 pm |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months)
3:00pm - 4:00pm
George Ashe Library
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.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adult,
Seniors
Central Library
Open
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Nov
22
2024
Fri
Mobile ID Tax Clinic Session 4
3:45pm - 4:30pm
Central Library
Open
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Collab Room 1 (blue)
Age Group:
Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Financial Literacy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
1
Event Details:
Filing your taxes each year unlocks benefits you may be eligible to receive. Have a modest income and a simple tax situation?
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4 pm |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Children,
Teen
Central Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Nov
19
2024
Tue
Tween Turnout (10-14 yrs)
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library
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 "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Nov
19
2024
Tue
Ovee Stop - Creekside Park
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
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This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Nov
21
2024
Thu
Youth Drop In
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Library
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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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Nov
22
2024
Fri
Ovee Stop - Rouge Valley Park
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 "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adult,
Seniors
Central Library
Waitlist
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Nov
22
2024
Fri
Mobile ID Tax Clinic Session 5
4:30pm - 5:15pm
Central Library
Waitlist
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Collab Room 1 (blue)
Age Group:
Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Financial Literacy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Filing your taxes each year unlocks benefits you may be eligible to receive. Have a modest income and a simple tax situation?
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5 pm |
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adult,
Seniors
Central Library
Open
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Nov
22
2024
Fri
Mobile ID Tax Clinic Session 6
5:15pm - 6:00pm
Central Library
Open
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Collab Room 1 (blue)
Age Group:
Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Financial Literacy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
1
Event Details:
Filing your taxes each year unlocks benefits you may be eligible to receive. Have a modest income and a simple tax situation?
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6 pm |
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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.
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.
Nov
18
2024
Mon
Durham Region Newcomer Housing Journey Map - Information Table
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Lobby
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult,
Y/Z 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 "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
Central Library
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Nov
18
2024
Mon
English Conversation Circle
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Central Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Silent Room 1
Age Group:
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Inclusion and Belonging
Event Details:
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.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Nov
19
2024
Tue
Ovee Stop - Greenwood Community Centre
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
Waitlist
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
Swiftie Party! (8-12 yrs)
6:00pm - 7:00pm
George Ashe Library
Waitlist
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Room:
Quiet Study Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Crafts and DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Didn't get tickets to the Taylor Swift concert? No worries, come on by and hang out with other Swifties as we indulge in everything Taylor Swift!
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Children,
Teen
Central Library
Open
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
Youth Leadership Toastmasters (11-17 yrs)
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Central Library
Open
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Children,
Teen
Program Type:
Community Partnership
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
17
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.
Teen,
Adult
Central Library
Full
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Nov
20
2024
Wed
D&D with the Maker Space
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Central Library
Full
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Collab Room 1 (blue)
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult
Program Type:
Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Children,
Teen
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Nov
21
2024
Thu
Tales and Tellers: Storytelling Workshop with Durham Family and Cultural Centre (6-15 yrs)
6:00pm - 8:00pm
George Ashe Library
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.
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7 pm |
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Nov
18
2024
Mon
Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Central Library
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.
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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.
Teen,
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
Central Library
Open
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.
Nov
19
2024
Tue
Writing Makes Money with Erica London
7:00pm - 8:00pm
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:
3
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.
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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,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
Central Library
Open
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Nov
21
2024
Thu
Tea & Books: Yearly Highlights
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Library
Open
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Culture of Reading,
Inclusion and Belonging
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
5
Event Details:
Our staff will present new and exciting books available at the Library as you enjoy some tea, snacks, discussion and social time with others. You just might discover your next favourite author!
Disclaimer(s)
Food Allergies/Dietary Restrictions
Food will be served at this event. Please let us know if anyone registered has any allergies or dietary restrictions.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Teen
Central Library
Open
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Nov
21
2024
Thu
Teen Trivia - Anime
7:00pm - 8:30pm
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:
23
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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