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Name: Celebrate Winter: Crafternoon! (5-12)
Start: 2024-12-05T16:30:00-05:00
End: 2024-12-05T17:30:00-05:00
Location: George Ashe Library

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Celebrate Winter: Crafternoon! (5-12)

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

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, Crafts and DIY

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

Great Pickering Gingerbread House Competition

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Auditorium at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Teen

Program Type: Crafts and DIY, Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging

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Seats Remaining: 0

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The competition is on... who can make the Greatest Gingerbread House?

Roll up your sleeves and get messy as you go face to face with other legendary Gingerbread House constructors. Build, decorate, and enjoy!

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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.

Photo Series: Photo Processing and Printing

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Maker Space at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Maker Space

Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space

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Seats Remaining: 0

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This workshop will demonstrate the basics of photo editing and post processing using software like Adobe Lightroom. We will look at concepts like white balance, color correction and how these concepts relate to the printing process.

Learn How to Solder

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Maker Space at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Maker Space

Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Maker Space

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Seats Remaining: 0

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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.

The Prism Collective

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library

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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: 19

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

Introduction to Apple iPhones and iPads

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm

Maker Space at Central Library

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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: 13

Event Details:

Familiarize yourself with your Apple iPhone and/or iPad by learning the basics!

Introduction to Android Phones and Tablets

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 8:00pm - 8:45pm

Maker Space at Central Library

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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!

Digital Holiday Cards

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Maker Space at Central Library

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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

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Seats Remaining: 0

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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.

Homeschoolers Hub! (5-12 yrs)

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Auditorium at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Homeschoolers

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Seats Remaining: 0

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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.

Saturday Storytime Spectacular (2-5 yrs)

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Central Storytime Area at Central Library

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Library Branch: Central Library

Room: Central Storytime Area

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Storytime

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This interactive and fun storytime features books, action songs and rhymes for the whole family!

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9 am		This event is in the "Adult" group. Pathway to Newcomer Success: Job Searching in Canada with Pickering Welcome Centre 9:30am - 11:00am Adult Central Library This event is in the "Adult" group. 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:
10 am		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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Children Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Inclusion and Belonging, Storytime Event Details: This storytime takes place in a quiet and safe environment. It includes interactive stories, songs, action-rhymes, fingerplays and sensory activities which promote literacy skills and development.
11 am			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. 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 "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. The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table 11:00am - 6:00pm 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. 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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1 pm	This event is in the "Children" group. Music and Movement with EarlyON (birth to 6 yrs) 1:30pm - 3:00pm Children Central Library This event is in the "Children" group. 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.	This event is in the "Seniors" group. Seniors Social 1:00pm - 3:00pm Seniors Central Library This event is in the "Seniors" group. 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. 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.		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. 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 "All Ages" group. Ovee Stop - Hollymeadow Park 2:15pm - 3:30pm All Ages Off Site Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group. 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.
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. 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.
4 pm	This event is in the "Children" group. Pink Shirt Day Buttons (5-12 yrs) 4:30pm - 5:30pm Children Central Library This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Storytime Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging, Maker Space Event Details: Design and create your own anti-bullying button in our children's area for Pink Shirt Day. Supplies will be provided.	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. 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 "Children" group. LEGO Club! (6-12 yrs) 4:30pm - 5:30pm Children George Ashe Library This event is in the "Children" group. 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.		This event is in the "Teen" group. Youth Drop In 4:00pm - 5:30pm Teen Central Library This event is in the "Teen" group. 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.	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Ovee Stop - Rouge Valley Park 4:00pm - 5:30pm All Ages Off Site Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group. 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.
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6 pm	This event is in the "Children" group. Video Game Tournament: Mario Kart! (9-12 yrs) 6:00pm - 8:00pm Children Central Library Registration This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: Children Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities Registration Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: Come and join us for a Mario Kart tournament! Gaming controllers will be provided.	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Ovee Stop - Greenwood Community Centre 6:00pm - 7:00pm All Ages Off Site Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group. 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. Anime Club 6:30pm - 8:00pm Teen Central Library Registration This event is in the "Teen" group. 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.	This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Children" 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. Tech Movie Night: Black Panther 6:00pm - 8:00pm All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors Central Library Registration This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Children" 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. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Auditorium Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Y/Z Young Adult, Seniors Program Type: Film Screening Registration Required Seats Remaining: 40 Event Details: 'Dig into some popcorn and enjoy a screening of "Black Panther" with your friends and family. This film and many others are available to loan on DVD through the library.	This event is in the "Teen" group. Keep Calm and Spa on 6:30pm - 7:30pm Teen George Ashe Library Registration This event is in the "Teen" group. Library Branch: George Ashe Library Room: Quiet Study Room Age Group: Teen Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY Registration Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Shake the winter blues away and join us for a relaxing spa evening! Light snacks will be provided. Supplies will be provided. 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.
7 pm	This event is in the "Adult" group. Open Tech Talk: Impact of Social Media on Society 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adult Central Library Registration This event is in the "Adult" group. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Maker Space Age Group: Adult Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space Registration Required Seats Remaining: 18 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	This event is in the "Adult" group. Community-Led Book Club (CN) 7:00pm - 8:30pm Adult Central Library This event is in the "Adult" group. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Silent Room 1 Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Club Event Details: This community-led book is accepting new members. If you're interested in joining Community Book Club #1 please email book club member Laurel, at lacoish59@gmail.com

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