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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
All Library Locations
This event is in the "Children" group.
Mar-Apr
2025
Poetry Slam Contest! (Grades 1-8)
All Day 3/21 - 4/30
All Library Locations
Library Branch:
All Library Locations
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Writing and Publishing
Event Details:
Celebrate National Poetry Month this April by joining our kids Poetry Slam Contest! It's your chance to let your imagination soar and share your poetic creations with the world! Contest details:
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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.
Apr
7
2025
Mon
Family Storytime (2-5 yrs)
10:00am - 10:30am
George Ashe Library
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Room:
George Ashe Storytime Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Culture of Reading,
Early Literacy,
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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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
8
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:
Culture of Reading,
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.
Apr
9
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:
Culture of Reading,
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.
Apr
9
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.
Apr
9
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
Claremont Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
Claremont Storytime (2-5 yrs)
10:00am - 10:30am
Claremont Branch
Library Branch:
Claremont Branch
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Culture of Reading,
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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
10
2025
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
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
12
2025
Sat
Saturday Storytime Spectacular! (2-5 yrs)
10:00am - 10:30am
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Storytime Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Culture of Reading,
Early Literacy,
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 |
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Apr
9
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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12 pm |
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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.
Apr
10
2025
Thu
Disability: Accessing Your Benefits
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult,
Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Financial Literacy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
30
Event Details:
Learn about the Disability Tax Credit and Registered Disability Savings Plan and how to access them with CPA Canada. Learn how to:
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1 pm |
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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.
Apr
8
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
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
9
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,
Early Literacy
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 "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.
Apr
10
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.
Apr
11
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.
Apr
11
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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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
Open
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Apr
12
2025
Sat
Supported Self-Filing Tax Workshop
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
Open
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Silent Room 1
Age Group:
Adult,
Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Financial Literacy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
1
Event Details:
It's tax season! In this hands-on workshop, we'll assist people with simple tax situations to file their own tax returns using WealthSimple.
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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.
Apr
9
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,
Early Literacy
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 "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Apr
8
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.
Apr
8
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 "All Ages" group.
All Ages
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
Digital Art Drop-in
4:00pm - 7:00pm
George Ashe Library
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Maker Space
Event Details:
It's time to unleash your inner artist! This all ages event will introduce you to digital art and teach you how to use our new Wacom tablets so you can create your very own masterpiece.
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This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Apr
10
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.
Apr
11
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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6 pm |
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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.
Apr
7
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.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Apr
8
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 "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.
Apr
8
2025
Tue
Animal Prints: Learn the Art of Linocut Stamps with Susan Munderich and Animal Services
6:00pm - 8:00pm
George Ashe Library
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Room:
Quiet Study Room
Age Group:
Adult,
Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Crafts and DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
12
Event Details:
Participants will learn the basics of the linocut process to design, carve, and print their own rubber animal stamps. Using special tools, fine detail can be achieved to capture an animal’s intricate features and its unique character.
Disclaimer(s)
Library Event Photo Policy
By attending this Library event, you consent to having your photo/video taken by Library staff in accordance with Library Policy.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Apr
8
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 to discuss 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 "Young Adult" group.
Teen,
Adult,
Young Adult
Central Library
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
Apr
9
2025
Wed
The Prism Collective
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult,
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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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.
Apr
11
2025
Fri
Supported Self-Filing Tax Workshop
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Silent Room 1
Age Group:
Adult,
Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Financial Literacy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
5
Event Details:
It's tax season! In this hands-on workshop, we'll assist people with simple tax situations to file their own tax returns using WealthSimple.
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7 pm |
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Apr
7
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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