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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
May-Jul
2025
Tails of Hope Short Story Contest (5-12 yrs)
All Day 5/12 - 7/13
Virtual
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Community Wellness,
Writing and Publishing
Event Details:
Join Pickering Public Library, Pickering Animal Services and Hifive Kids Dental & Braces and write a story about your furry friend.
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10 am |
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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.
Jun
16
2025
Mon
Dementia 101 for Care Partners with Alzheimer Society of Durham Region
10:30am - 12:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Silent Room 1
Age Group:
Adult,
Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Community Wellness
Event Details:
Presented by Alzheimer Society of Durham Region, this four-part series offers care partners of persons living with dementia an opportunity to explore an overview of the dementia journey in an interactive and supportive atmosphere.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Jun
18
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.
Jun
18
2025
Wed
The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table
10:00am - 6:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Lobby Outreach Table
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 "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.
Jun
20
2025
Fri
Mindful Movements with Amanda Dass
10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Community Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
25
Event Details:
Looking to find balance within your day-to-day life and regain awareness of your mind and body? Then this is the session for you!
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11 am |
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Jun
18
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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1 pm |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jun
16
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,
Early Literacy
Event Details:
This program will introduce children to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments.
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.
Jun
16
2025
Mon
META Employment Services Support Table
1:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Lobby Outreach Table
Age Group:
Adult,
Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Financial Literacy
Event Details:
META Employment Services will doing resume critiques and discussing their employment support services for Library clients.
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This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Jun
17
2025
Tue
Seniors Social
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Age Group:
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Inclusion and Belonging
Event Details:
Get together with other Seniors every Tuesday afternoon for coffee and snacks. This fun gathering features lively games of Rummikub, Sequence, and Dominoes.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jun
18
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,
Community Wellness,
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
Central Library
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Jun
19
2025
Thu
Community Makers & Artisans
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Maker Space - Common Area
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.
Jun
20
2025
Fri
Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker
1:30pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Collab Room 1 (blue)
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.
Jun
20
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 "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.
Jun
21
2025
Sat
Poetry in the Park
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult,
Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Culture of Reading,
Inclusion and Belonging,
Summer Reading,
Writing and Publishing
Event Details:
Meet us under the gazebo in Esplanade Park for exciting open mic poetry! Share your own poems or some of your favourites, or feel free to listen and snack on provided cookies and coffee.
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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.
Jun
18
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,
Community Wellness,
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 "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Jun
17
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 "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Jun
19
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.
Jun
20
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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Children,
Teen
Central Library
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Jun
18
2025
Wed
Tween Turnout (10-14 yrs)
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Teens Area
Age Group:
Children,
Teen
Program Type:
Crafts and DIY,
Games and Activities,
Inclusion and Belonging
Event Details:
Relax and connect while playing games with other tweens! This is a program for youth (ages 10-14).
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Teen,
Adult
Central Library
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Jun
18
2025
Wed
DnD with the Maker Space
5:30pm - 8:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult
Program Type:
Maker Space
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
8
Event Details:
Join us for an evening of 5th edition Dungeons and Dragons with a one-shot campaign! Delve into a world of creativity and adventure, and network with other DnD creatives while seeing how you can elevate your games with Maker Space equipment.
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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.
Jun
16
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.
Jun
17
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.
Jun
17
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!
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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Children,
Teen
Central Library
Open
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Jun
18
2025
Wed
Youth Leadership Toastmasters (11-17 yrs)
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Central Library
Open
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Children,
Teen
Program Type:
Community Partnership
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
11
Event Details:
The Youth Leadership Program with Toastmasters International is geared for youth to develop their communication and leadership skills through practical experience.
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7 pm |
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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Jun
16
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.
Jun
19
2025
Thu
Photo Series: Smartphone Photography
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Computers and Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
25
Event Details:
This workshop will teach you the fundamentals of street photography, including what it is and the type of gear and lenses to use, important concepts such as shooting from a distance, composition techniques, and more.
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