10 am |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
Waitlist
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar
10
2025
Mon
Shine and Sparkle Art! (7-10 yrs)
10:00am - 11:00am
George Ashe Library
Waitlist
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Room:
Quiet Study Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Crafts and DIY,
March Break
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Create your own stained glass art masterpiece by using vibrant colours and cool designs to make your artwork shine and sparkle. All the supplies you need will be provided—just bring your imagination and get ready to dazzle!
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar
10
2025
Mon
The Juggling Chef Show! (2-8 yrs)
10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Storytime Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Community Wellness,
Games and Activities,
March Break
Event Details:
Come one, come all, the Juggling Chef is in town! Join us for an interactive juggling show with puppets, music and food! Be astounded by food juggling and fun for the whole family.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adult,
Young Adult,
Seniors
Central Library
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
10
2025
Mon
Genealogy Drop-In
10:30am - 12:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Maker Space
Age Group:
Adult,
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.
Children
George Ashe Library
Waitlist
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar
11
2025
Tue
Craft and Create! (5-12 yrs)
10:00am - 11:00am
George Ashe Library
Waitlist
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Room:
Quiet Study Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Crafts and DIY,
March Break
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Get ready to get crafty! Come explore your creativity with a variety of craft supplies. What will you create? All materials will be provided.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Central Library
Open
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar
11
2025
Tue
Create Your Own Superhero with Howard Wong! (9-12 yrs)
10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library
Open
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Community Wellness,
Games and Activities,
March Break
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
3
Event Details:
Ever dreamt of creating your own superhero? In this workshop, participants will craft their very own superhero while discovering why some heroes don’t wear masks, the origins of a hero's purpose, and much more!
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Mar
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 "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Teen,
Adult,
Young Adult,
Seniors
Central Library
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
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,
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
Central Library
Open
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar
13
2025
Thu
Craft and Create! (5-12 yrs)
10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library
Open
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Crafts and DIY,
March Break
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
22
Event Details:
Get ready to get crafty! Come explore your creativity with a variety of craft supplies. What will you create? All materials will be provided.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar
14
2025
Fri
Button Bonanza! (7-12 yrs)
10:30am - 11:30am
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Crafts and DIY,
March Break
Event Details:
Use our button maker to bring your coolest ideas to life—what will you create? The possibilities are endless! All supplies will be provided, so just bring your creativity and get ready for some button-making fun!
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11 am |
This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar
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.
Mar
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 "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adult,
Young Adult,
Seniors
Central Library
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
11
2025
Tue
YMCA Employment Services Support Table
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Lobby
Age Group:
Adult,
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
Central Library
Waitlist
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar
13
2025
Thu
Escape Room: Into the Fortress (9-12 yrs)
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Central Library
Waitlist
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Games and Activities,
March Break
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Zombies, spiders and creepers, oh my! Gather resources to grow stronger and defeat enemies. Jump into a pixelated journey to invade the Nether Fortress!
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adult,
Young Adult,
Seniors
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
13
2025
Thu
Community Makers & Artisans
1:00pm - 3:00pm
George Ashe Library
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Age Group:
Adult,
Young Adult,
Seniors
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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.
Mar
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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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar
15
2025
Sat
Ramadan Storytime with Muslim Women of Durham Region! (0-12 yrs)
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Storytime Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Community Wellness,
Inclusion and Belonging,
March Break
Event Details:
Join us for a fun family event celebrating Ramadan and Eid with a storytime, crafts, colouring and henna! Participants will learn about the month of fasting, the lunar calendar, and how Eid is celebrated.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
Open
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar
10
2025
Mon
Young Writers' Workshop (8-12 yrs)
2:00pm - 3:00pm
George Ashe Library
Open
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Room:
Quiet Study Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
March Break,
Writing and Publishing
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
8
Event Details:
Attention young writers! Do you love writing stories or sharing your awesome ideas? In this fun workshop, you’ll learn how to organize your thoughts and bring your writing to life.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Central Library
Full
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar
10
2025
Mon
Nocturnal Neighbours: Drawing Workshop (8-12 yrs)
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Central Library
Full
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Community Wellness,
Crafts and DIY,
March Break
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Come and discover how local animals are adapted to life at night, and design your own pastel resist masterpiece to celebrate our nocturnal neighbourhood ecosystems! Each participant will leave the workshop with a unique composition.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
Open
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar
11
2025
Tue
STEM: Construct and Create! (8-12 yrs)
2:00pm - 3:30pm
George Ashe Library
Open
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Room:
Quiet Study Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Games and Activities,
March Break,
STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
3
Event Details:
What’s your favourite part of STEM—Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math? Join us for a hands-on adventure where you can build, design, or create something amazing to take home. Let your imagination and skills shine!
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
Waitlist
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar
12
2025
Wed
Fun with Ollies! (6-12 yrs)
2:00pm - 3:00pm
George Ashe Library
Waitlist
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Room:
Quiet Study Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Games and Activities,
March Break,
STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Get ready for an a-MAZE-ing adventure with our super-cool Ollie robots! Can you guide your Ollie through tricky mazes and conquer the challenges? Test your skills and see if you're up for the mission!
This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Central Library
Waitlist
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar
12
2025
Wed
Mad Science Workshop: Glow Show! (6-10 yrs)
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
Waitlist
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
March Break,
STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
In this illuminating class, kids will explore how light is perceived and its effects on objects! They will experience how white light is made up of true colours and discover glow-in-the-dark and fluorescent materials using a dark bulb.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
Waitlist
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar
13
2025
Thu
Coin Quest: Play to Learn (5-7 yrs)
2:00pm - 3:00pm
George Ashe Library
Waitlist
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Room:
Quiet Study Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Financial Literacy,
March Break
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Get ready for an afternoon full of fun and games all about money! We'll play Monopoly Jr. and enjoy exciting money games on our Osmos. It's a playful way to learn and have tons of fun—come join the adventure!
This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Central Library
Waitlist
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar
13
2025
Thu
Escape Room: Into the Fortress (9-12 yrs)
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library
Waitlist
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Games and Activities,
March Break
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Zombies, spiders and creepers, oh my! Gather resources to grow stronger and defeat enemies. Jump into a pixelated journey to invade the Nether Fortress!
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Mar
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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4 pm |
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This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Mar
11
2025
Tue
GTA Rocket Club
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Maker Space
Age Group:
Teen
Program Type:
Community Partnership
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Mar
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Claremont Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar
12
2025
Wed
Shine and Sparkle Art! (7-10 yrs)
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Claremont Branch
Library Branch:
Claremont Branch
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Crafts and DIY,
March Break
Event Details:
Create your own stained glass art masterpiece by using vibrant colors and cool designs to make your artwork shine and sparkle. All the supplies you need will be provided—just bring your imagination and get ready to dazzle!
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Teen
Central Library
Open
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Mar
12
2025
Wed
Game Show Night!
4:00pm - 5:30pm
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:
7
Event Details:
Do you think you have what it takes to be tonight's big winner?! Join the library as 4 teams of 4 contestants put their wit to the test and try to score the most points across 2 rounds of different games.
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 "Teen" group.
Mar
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.
Mar
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.
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5 pm |
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This event is in the "Teen" group.
Teen
Central Library
Waitlist
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Mar
13
2025
Thu
Escape Room: Into the Fortress
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Central Library
Waitlist
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Teen
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Games and Activities,
March Break
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Zombies, spiders and creepers, oh my! Gather resources to grow stronger and defeat enemies. Jump into a pixelated journey to invade the Nether Fortress!
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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6 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.
Mar
10
2025
Mon
Identity Footprints Workshop with Cree-Métis Artist Marissa Magneson
6:00pm - 8:30pm
Central Library
Open
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Crafts and DIY,
Indigenous
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
18
Event Details:
Honouring the footsteps of our ancestors, while considering the life we have led thus far, join Cree-Métis artist, Marissa Magneson to learn from the stories of herself and her ancestors as depicted through beaded visual code.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Adult,
Young Adult,
Seniors
Central Library
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Mar
10
2025
Mon
English Conversation Circle
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Silent Room 1
Age Group:
Adult,
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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Children,
Teen,
Adult
Central Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Mar
10
2025
Mon
Mar10 Day
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Maker Space
Age Group:
Children,
Teen,
Adult
Program Type:
Computers and Technology,
Maker Space
Event Details:
Stop by the Makerspace and celebrate Mario with Mario video games on the NES, SNES and Switch.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Mar
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.
Teen
Central Library
Open
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Mar
11
2025
Tue
Anime Club
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Central Library
Open
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 to discuss our favourite moments and characters! This month's anime: TBA
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 "Young Adult" group.
Teen,
Adult,
Young Adult
Central Library
Open
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
Mar
12
2025
Wed
The Prism Collective
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Central Library
Open
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Collab Room 3 (pink)
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult,
Young Adult
Program Type:
2SLGBTQIA+,
Inclusion and Belonging
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
6
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 and ages 16 – 25.
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
Adult,
Young Adult
George Ashe Library
Open
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
Mar
13
2025
Thu
Slay Your Taxes with CPA
6:30pm - 7:30pm
George Ashe Library
Open
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Room:
Quiet Study Room
Age Group:
Adult,
Young Adult
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Financial Literacy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
18
Event Details:
Do you understand your taxes and how to file income tax returns? Are you a student or recent grad wondering about tax-saving options? Find out what you need to know to successfully file your taxes. You will learn:
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This event is in the "Teen" group.
Teen
Central Library
Open
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Mar
14
2025
Fri
TAG Trivia
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Central Library
Open
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Teens Area
Age Group:
Teen
Program Type:
Games and Activities,
Inclusion and Belonging,
TAG Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
14
Event Details:
Join us for trivia made entirely by our volunteer group, TAG! There will be a prize for whoever comes out on top!
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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7 pm |
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This event is in the "Teen" group.
Teen
Central Library
Open
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Mar
13
2025
Thu
Escape Room: Into the Fortress
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Library
Open
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Teen
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Games and Activities,
March Break
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
2
Event Details:
Zombies, spiders and creepers, oh my! Gather resources to grow stronger and defeat enemies. Jump into a pixelated journey to invade the Nether Fortress!
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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