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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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9 am |
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Nov
26
2024
Tue
Pathway to Newcomer Success: Job Searching in Canada with Pickering Welcome Centre
9:30am - 11:00am
Central Library
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! Learn About:
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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
25
2024
Mon
Bilingual Storytime (0-5 yrs)
10:00am - 10:30am
George Ashe Library
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
26
2024
Tue
Baby & Toddler Storytime (0-2 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:
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
27
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
27
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Claremont Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nov
28
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!
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nov
28
2024
Thu
Neurodivergent Storytime (2-6 yrs)
10:00am - 10:45am
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Inclusion and Belonging,
Storytime
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Nov
30
2024
Sat
Ovee Stop - Whitevale Park
10:00am - 11:30am
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.
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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
27
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 |
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Nov
30
2024
Sat
Ovee Stop - Rick Johnson Memorial Park
12:00pm - 1:30pm
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.
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1 pm |
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This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Nov
26
2024
Tue
Seniors Social
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
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.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Nov
27
2024
Wed
Pickering Welcome Centre Outreach Table
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
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.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nov
27
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 "Seniors" group.
Adult,
Seniors
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Nov
28
2024
Thu
Community Makers & Artisans
1:00pm - 3:00pm
George Ashe Library
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Age Group:
Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Community Wellness,
Crafts and DIY
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 "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
28
2024
Thu
Harm Reduction Information and Education
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Lobby
Age Group:
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Partnership
Event Details:
Harm Reduction Outreach Counsellors with the Harm Reduction Outreach program at John Howard Society Durham will be on-site at the Pickering Central Library to offer harm reduction education and information as well as Naloxone training and distribu
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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
29
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.
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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
25
2024
Mon
Parent Child Mother Goose with EarlyON (birth to 12 months)
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
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 "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
30
2024
Sat
DIY Gifts
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Teens Area
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Crafts and DIY
Event Details:
Ever wanted to make a beautiful homemade gift for someone special? The Library's got a boatload of leftover supplies from this year's programs that would make perfect gifts with a little bit of love and creativity.
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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
27
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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4 pm |
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Nov
26
2024
Tue
Ovee Stop - Creekside 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.
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This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Nov
28
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.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
Open
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nov
28
2024
Thu
Celebrate Winter: Snowflake Art! (7-12 yrs)
4:30pm - 5:30pm
George Ashe Library
Open
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Room:
Quiet Study Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Crafts and DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
6
Event Details:
Bring in the winter season by creating your own snowflake wall decoration! Supplies will be provided.
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5 pm |
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6 pm |
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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
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
25
2024
Mon
English Conversation Circle
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Central Library
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
26
2024
Tue
Ovee Stop - West Shore Community Centre
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Ovee,
West Shore Community Centre
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.
Adult
Virtual
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Nov
26
2024
Tue
Divorce Information Session
Open
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.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
Teen,
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult
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.
Nov
26
2024
Tue
The Future is Calling! Post-Secondary School Fair
6:00pm - 8:30pm
Central Library
Open
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult
Program Type:
Community Partnership
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
12
Event Details:
Explore your future at our Post-Secondary School Fair!
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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
27
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.
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7 pm |
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This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Teen,
Adult
Central Library
Open
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Nov
25
2024
Mon
Film Club: The Boy In The Woods
7:00pm - 8:00pm
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.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Nov
25
2024
Mon
Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Central Library
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 "Seniors" group.
Teen,
Adult,
Seniors
Central Library
Open
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Nov
27
2024
Wed
Open Tech Talk: Apple iPhones and iPads
7:00pm - 8:00pm
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:
7
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
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
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.
All Ages,
Teen,
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
Central Library
Open
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
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
28
2024
Thu
Intro to Digital Art Software: Krita
7:00pm - 8:30pm
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:
8
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.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Nov
28
2024
Thu
Pickering Public Library Board Meeting
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Library Board
Event Details:
Board meetings are held in-person and are open to members of the public to attend.
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