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Name: Winter Fun Crafternoon! (5-12)
Start: 2025-01-02T14:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-01-02T15:00:00-05:00
Location: Central Library

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Winter Fun Crafternoon! (5-12)

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Auditorium at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY

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Time to get crafty! Come and get creative with a variety of fun craft supplies. Supplies will be provided.

LEGO Fun! (6-12 yrs)

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library

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Library Branch: George Ashe Library

Room: Quiet Study Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Community Wellness

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Come and meet new friends and have fun while building a LEGO city! Supplies will be provided.

Marble Run Madness! (6-12 yrs)

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Auditorium at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Community Wellness, STEAM

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Come and work together with friends to build some super awesome build marble runs! How complex can you make them?

Pickering-Ajax Science Fair Registration (Grades 3-12)

All Day 1/6 - 2/7

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Library Branch: All Library Locations

Age Group: Children, Teen

Program Type: STEAM

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On Saturday, March 1, Pickering Public Library and Ajax Public Library will be hosting our annual Pickering-Ajax Science Fair! Children from Grades 3-12 are invited to create a science fair project.

The Prism Collective

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Auditorium at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

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

Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Inclusion and Belonging

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 30

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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.

New Year's Resolution Vision Board

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Teens Area at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Teens Area

Age Group: Teen

Program Type: Crafts and DIY

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 18

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Do you have goals you want to achieve this year? Are you more of a visual person? Come join us to create vision boards for the year ahead! Snacks and materials included.

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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.

Science Fair: How-To Workshop (Grades 3 - 12)

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library

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Library Branch: George Ashe Library

Room: Quiet Study Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: STEAM

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 14

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Want to learn more about what makes a great Science Fair entry? Join us for our Science Fair How-To Workshop and learn all the tips and tricks to help you create a masterpiece!

Anime Club

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Auditorium at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Teen

Program Type: Film Screening, Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging

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Seats Remaining: 16

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

This month's anime: Jujutsu Kaisen

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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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Wills & Estate Planning Information Session with Brian Hawke

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am

Auditorium at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

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

Program Type: Community Wellness, Financial Literacy

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Seats Remaining: 37

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Explore the essentials of estate planning in this informative presentation from local lawyer, Brian Hawke, and gain peace of mind by understanding how a well-crafted Will can simplify the estate process and ensure your final wishes are honoured.

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9 am		Cancelled COFRD Francophone Employment Centre of Durham (CEFD) Outreach Services and Information Table 9:30am - 5:00pm Central Library Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Lobby Program Type: Community Partnership Event Details: Le Centre d'emploi francophone de Durham (CEFD) est un pôle d’emploi francophone qui favorise l'intégration professionnelle des francophones de la région de Durham. COFRD Settlement Services Outreach and Information Table 9:30am - 5:00pm Central Library Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Lobby Center Display Program Type: Community Partnership Event Details: The COFRD offers services to newcomers in needs’ assessment and referral, information and orientation, community connections through the Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS) program, support services, group activities, and workshops.
10 am		This event is in the "Children" group. Bilingual Storytime (0-5 yrs) 10:00am - 10:30am 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: 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. This event is in the "Adult" group. Genealogy Drop-In 10:30am - 12:30pm 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: Local History and Genealogy Calling all genealogists, experienced and new to a regular genealogy drop-in program to work on genealogy projects with the support of library staff and other genealogy enthusiasts. Staff will be on site to do basic introduction to genealogy tools like Ancestry.ca assist and help with research questions, suggest resources, and other research tools. Bring a laptop or try our Loanable Laptops service.	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, 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.	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: 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. 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.	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: Inclusion and Belonging, Storytime		This event is in the "Children" group. Saturday Storytime Spectacular (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. Cancelled Ovee Stop - Whitevale Park 10:00am - 11:30am All Ages Off Site Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group. Cancelled 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 "Children" group. Neurodivergent Drop-In 11:00am - 12:00pm 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: Quiet Study Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Wellness Event Details: The library will be hosting a unique event catering to families with children who identify as being neurodivergent to come and experience the library prior to regular operating hours.			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.		This event is in the "Children" group. Homeschoolers Hub! (5-12 yrs) 11:00am - 12:00pm 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 Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Homeschoolers Registration Required Seats Remaining: 7 Event Details: Join us for our monthly Homeschoolers Hub! These programs will explore a different topic every month ranging from STEAM, LEGO, crafts, community-led events and much more! Come on out and socialize with other homeschoolers.
12 pm							This event is in the "All Ages" group. Cancelled Ovee Stop - Rick Johnson Memorial Park 12:00pm - 1:30pm All Ages Off Site Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group. Cancelled 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 George Ashe Library This event is in the "Adult" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: George Ashe Library 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 "Y/Z Young Adult" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Harm Reduction Information and Education 1:00pm - 3:00pm 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. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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	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 "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. Puzzle Competition 2:00pm - 4:00pm Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors 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. 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, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities Registration Required Seats Remaining: 7 Event Details: Hey puzzle masters, looking for a challenge? Compete against fellow puzzlers and race against the clock to be first to complete your supplied 300-piece puzzle. Play individually or in teams of up to four. Winners receive a prize!
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.
4 pm			This event is in the "All Ages" group. Ovee Stop - Creekside 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. Celebrate Winter: DIY Cards! (6-12 yrs) 4:30pm - 5:30pm 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: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY Event Details: Feeling crafty? Come on by and create a hand-made card for someone you love! Supplies will be provided.
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6 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. English Conversation Circle 6:30pm - 7:30pm 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. 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.	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Ovee Stop - West Shore Community Centre 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, 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 "Teen" group. Design Your Own Gift with Crock A Doodle 6:30pm - 8:00pm Teen Central 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: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Teen Program Type: Community Partnership, Crafts and DIY Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Looking for a DIY project or last minute holiday gift? Come decorate some mugs and bowls with Crock A Doodle! 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. This event is in the "Teen" group. Youth Leadership Toastmasters (11-17 yrs) 6:30pm - 8:00pm Children, Teen Central Library Full Registration 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 Seats Remaining: 16 Event Details: The Youth Leadership Program with Toastmasters International is geared for youth to develop their communication and leadership skills through practical experience. study 6:30pm - 8:30pm Central Library Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Solo Work Pod 2 This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group. The Prism Collective 6:30pm - 8:30pm Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult George Ashe 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: George Ashe Library Room: Quiet Study Room Age Group: Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Inclusion and Belonging Registration Required Seats Remaining: 18 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
7 pm		This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Learn How to Solder 7:00pm - 8:30pm Teen, Adult, Seniors Central Library Full Registration 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: Central Library Room: Maker Space Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors Program Type: Maker Space Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 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. This event is in the "Adult" group. Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters 7:00pm - 8:30pm 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 Event Details: Find your voice at Toastmasters! Hear some great speakers and enjoy warm conversation and watch a Toastmasters meeting unfold.		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. Introduction to Apple iPhones and iPads 7:00pm - 7:45pm Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors 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. 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: Maker Space Age Group: Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space Registration Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: Familiarize yourself with your Apple iPhone and/or iPad by learning the basics!	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. Digital Holiday Cards 7:00pm - 8:30pm All Ages, Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors Central Library Full Registration 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. Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Maker Space Age Group: All Ages, Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Computers and Technology, Crafts and DIY Registration Required Seats Remaining: 2 Event Details: Get into the holiday spirit with our digital holiday card workshop. Learn to use our digital art software Krita and our Wacom drawing tablets to create your very own wintry work of art just in time for the holidays.
8 pm				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. Introduction to Android Phones and Tablets 8:00pm - 8:45pm Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors 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. 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: Maker Space Age Group: Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Maker Space Registration Required Seats Remaining: 13 Event Details: Familiarize yourself with your Android phone and/or tablet by learning the basics!

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