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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
Open
This event is in the "Children" group.
Feb
10
2025
Mon
Get Ready for Kindergarten (3-4 yrs)
10:00am - 11:00am
George Ashe Library
Open
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Room:
Quiet Study Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Culture of Reading,
Early Literacy,
Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
9
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.
Feb
10
2025
Mon
Genealogy Drop-In
10:30am - 12:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Maker Space
Age Group:
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Local History and Genealogy
Event Details:
Stop by the Central Library for a monthly, afternoon drop-in to work on genealogy projects with the support of library staff and other genealogy enthusiasts. Staff will be on site to introduce genealogy tools like Ancestry.ca and as
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Feb
11
2025
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.
Feb
12
2025
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.
Feb
12
2025
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.
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.
Feb
12
2025
Wed
The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table
10:00am - 6:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Lobby
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult,
Y/Z Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Community Wellness,
Inclusion and Belonging
Event Details:
The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) is a community-based, multi-service agency dedicated to offering a broad range of community services.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Claremont Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Feb
13
2025
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!
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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11 am |
This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
Feb
9
2025
Sun
Neurodivergent Drop-In
11:00am - 12:00pm
George Ashe Library
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Room:
Quiet Study Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Inclusion and Belonging
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.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Feb
12
2025
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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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Feb
14
2025
Fri
Homeschoolers' Hub: Writing Workshop (5-12 yrs)
11:00am - 12:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Homeschoolers
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
50
Event Details:
Discover, create, and connect at our Homeschoolers' Hub!
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12 pm |
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1 pm |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Feb
10
2025
Mon
Music and Movement with EarlyON (birth to 6 yrs)
1:30pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Community Wellness,
Culture of Reading,
Early Literacy
Event Details:
This program will introduce children to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments.
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 "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Feb
11
2025
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.
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.
Feb
11
2025
Tue
YMCA Employment Services Support Table
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,
Financial Literacy
Event Details:
YMCA of Greater Toronto Employment and Community will doing resume critiques and discussing their employment support services.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
Feb
12
2025
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.
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 "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.
Feb
14
2025
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 "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Feb
14
2025
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.
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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.
Feb
12
2025
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.
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 "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Feb
11
2025
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.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
Feb
11
2025
Tue
LEGO Club! (6-12 yrs)
4:30pm - 5:30pm
George Ashe Library
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Room:
Quiet Study Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Inclusion and Belonging,
STEAM
Event Details:
Come and meet new friends and play with LEGO! Let your creativity be your guide. Supplies will be provided.
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This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Feb
13
2025
Thu
Youth Drop In
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Teens Area
Age Group:
Teen
Program Type:
2SLGBTQIA+,
Community Wellness,
Games and Activities,
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!
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.
Feb
14
2025
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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Feb
14
2025
Fri
Valentine's Craft Fun! (6-10 yrs)
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Crafts and DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
30
Event Details:
Love is in the air! Join us to make a Valentine craft for yourself or someone you love. Supplies will be provided.
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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.
Feb
10
2025
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.
Feb
11
2025
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.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Feb
11
2025
Tue
Anime Club
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Teen
Program Type:
Film Screening,
Games and Activities,
Inclusion and Belonging
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
20
Event Details:
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: Attack on Titan
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 "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
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Y/Z Young Adult" group.
Feb
12
2025
Wed
The Prism Collective
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Central Library
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
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.
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Feb
10
2025
Mon
Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
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
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Feb
12
2025
Wed
Introduction to the Sound Booth & Audio Recording
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Maker Space
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Computers and Technology,
Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
14
Event Details:
Did you know that the Pickering Library hosts a sound recording booth? In this workshop, you will learn the basics of how to record audio such as your voice using the free and open source software called Audacity.
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