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This event is in the "Seniors" group

Adult Reading Challenge (ARC)

All Day 7/1–8/31
Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
All Library Locations
Full
Registration Required
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Library Branch: All Library Locations
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club, Culture of Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate summer by participating in our Adult Reading Challenge (ARC)!

12 am
This event is in the "Teen" group

Library Lock In

08/16/2025 @ 11:00pm–08/17/2025 @ 7:00am
Teen
Central Library
Full
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging, TGIS
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet us at the library, after-hours, for our Annual Library Lock In!

Games, Movies, Trivia & an abundance of food. 

Permission forms will be sent to teens in advance. 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies/Dietary Restrictions

Food will be served at this event. Please let us know if anyone registered has any allergies or dietary restrictions.

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10 am
This event is in the "Children" group

Around the World Storytime! (2-5 yrs)

10:00am–10:30am
Children
George Ashe Library
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Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: George Ashe Storytime Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting Around the World Storytime at the library! Each session will explore a different country through captivating stories, fun songs, and engaging activities that introduce children to new cultures, languages, and traditions.

This event is in the "Children" group

Baby & Toddler Storytime (0-2 yrs)

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Perfect for little ones who love bounces and tickles! This storytime features books, songs and action rhymes for little ones!

This event is in the "Children" group

Around the World Storytime! (2-5 yrs)

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting Around the World Storytime at the library! Each session will explore a different country through captivating stories, fun songs, and engaging activities that introduce children to new cultures, languages, and traditions.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Ovee Stop - Rick Johnson Memorial Park

10:00am–12:00pm
All Ages
Off Site
Offsite Event
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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 "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Young Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Cancelled

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table

10:00am–5:00pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Claremont Storytime (2-5 yrs)

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Claremont Library
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Library Branch: Claremont Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime, Summer Reading
Event Details:

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

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

Pickering Small Business Hub

10:00am–12:00pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Lobby Outreach Table
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Financial Literacy
Event Details:

Pickering-based entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their business can speak with a staff member at the Outreach Table in the Central Library lobby to receive support!

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Summer Vitality: Movement, Mindfulness & Connection

10:00am–11:00am
Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Full
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness
Registration Required
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! This workshop will embrace the season’s energy while keeping comfort and accessibility in mind. 

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

DRUHC Employment Services Support Table

10:00am–1:00pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Lobby Outreach Table
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy
Event Details:

Durham Region Unemployed Help Centre - Pickering will doing resume critiques and discussing their employment support services.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Ovee Stop - Whitevale Park

10:00am–11:30am
All Ages
Off Site
Offsite Event
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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

Music and Movement with EarlyON (birth to 6 yrs)

10:00am–12:30pm
Children
George Ashe Library
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Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
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.

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.

11 am
This event is in the "Adult" group

DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support)

11:00am–1:00pm
Adult
Central Library
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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.

12 pm
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Ovee Stop - Rick Johnson Memorial Park

12:00pm–1:30pm
All Ages
Off Site
Offsite Event
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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.

1 pm
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Seniors Social

1:00pm–3:00pm
Seniors
Central Library
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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.

This event is in the "Children" group
Cancelled

Around the World Trivia (9-12 yrs)

1:00pm–1:30pm
Children
George Ashe Library
Full
Registration Required
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Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Think you know the tallest building or the longest river? Test your knowledge of amazing places and facts from around the globe! Play on your own or team up with friends to see who can score the most points!

This event is in the "Children" group

Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months)

1:30pm–2:30pm
Children
George Ashe Library
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Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: George Ashe Storytime Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Early Literacy, Inclusion and Belonging, Summer Reading
Event Details:

This program will introduce infants 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

Community Makers & Artisans

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Common Area
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Meet up with fellow makers every Thursday! Bring your own projects, share ideas, and socialize.

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Young Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Cancelled

Harm Reduction Information and Education

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Lobby Outreach Table
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership
Event Details:

Harm Reduction Outreach Counsellors with the Harm Reduction Outreach program at John Howard Society Durham will be on-site at the Pickering Central Library to offer harm reduction education and information as well as Naloxone training and distribu

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
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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.

2 pm
This event is in the "Children" group

Egyptian Hieroglyphics (9-12 yrs)

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children
Central Library
Full
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Step into ancient Egypt and explore the basics of hieroglyphic writing. Design your own scroll using traditional symbols to write your name or a secret message! Supplies will be provided.

This event is in the "Children" group
Cancelled

LEGO Fun! (6-12 yrs)

2:00pm–3:30pm
Children
George Ashe Library
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Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities, Summer Reading
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 "Children" group

Tiny Tot Powwow Drums (2-6 yrs)

2:00pm–3:30pm
Children
Central Library
Full
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging, Indigenous, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Indigenous families and allies are invited to join Victoria Grant Rozentals (Star Feather Woman) in making mini powwow drum/shakers. These are the perfect size for tiny tots to shake and drum around the powwow circle.

This event is in the "Children" group
Cancelled

Around the World Trivia (9-12 yrs)

2:00pm–2:30pm
Children
George Ashe Library
Full
Registration Required
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Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Think you know the tallest building or the longest river? Test your knowledge of amazing places and facts from around the globe! Play on your own or team up with friends to see who can score the most points!

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Vinyl Craft for Seniors

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Full
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Common Area
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker Space
Registration Required
Event Details:

Drink hot beverages in style this summer with a custom vinyl design! Transform a plain coffee mug into a colorful garden using vinyl decals. All supplies will be provided.

This event is in the "Children" group

Summer Reading Club Wrap-Up Party! (0-12 yrs)

2:00pm–3:30pm
Children
George Ashe Library
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Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Games and Activities, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us for the final hurrah as we wrap-up a fun-filled summer! Enjoy fun activities and crafts by children's staff. This is an event you don't want to miss!

3 pm
This event is in the "Children" group
Cancelled

Around the World Trivia (9-12 yrs)

3:00pm–3:30pm
Children
George Ashe Library
Full
Registration Required
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Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Think you know the tallest building or the longest river? Test your knowledge of amazing places and facts from around the globe! Play on your own or team up with friends to see who can score the most points!

This event is in the "Children" group

Magical Forest Homes: Gnome & Fairy Crafting Fun! (5-8 yrs)

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children
Central Library
Full
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Design a cozy forest home for a gnome or fairy using a variety of craft materials. Inspired by Scandinavian folklore, use your creativity to build a one-of-a-kind hideaway to take home. Supplies will be provided.

This event is in the "Children" group

Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months)

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children
George Ashe Library
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Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: George Ashe Storytime Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Early Literacy, Inclusion and Belonging, Summer Reading
Event Details:

This program will introduce infants to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments.

4 pm
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Ovee Stop - Creekside Park

4:00pm–5:30pm
All Ages
Off Site
Offsite Event
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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
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Young Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Durham College Information Table: Newcomers and Mature Students

4:30pm–6:00pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Lobby Outreach Table
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy, Writing and Publishing
Event Details:

Join us at the Pickering Public Library to learn how Durham College can help you achieve your educational goals. Are you a newcomer? Do you consider yourself to be a mature student?

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Photo Series: Street Photography

4:30pm–6:00pm
Teen, Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Full
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for World Photography Day!

This event is in the "Teen" group

Youth Drop In

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teen
Central Library
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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.

5 pm
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

Tween to Teen: Craft Night

5:30pm–6:30pm
Children, Teen
Central Library
Full
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teens Area
Age Group: Children, Teen
Program Type: Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging
Registration Required
Event Details:

Relax and connect while playing games with other tweens! 

This is a program for youth (ages 10-14)

6 pm
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Ovee Stop - West Shore Community Centre

6:00pm–7:00pm
All Ages
Off Site
Offsite Event
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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

Paint Jenga Blocks

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teen
Central Library
Full
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts and DIY, Games and Activities, TGIS
Registration Required
Event Details:

Help us decorate our Jenga game by painting blocks! 

Participates will also be able to take blocks home for their own 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.

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Young Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Craft a Book Cover with Dorothy Wong

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
George Ashe Library
Full
Registration Required
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Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Culture of Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dorothy Wong will teach us how to use textiles and embroidery to craft a unique cover for our favourite books! Come with a book in mind. All supplies are provided. 

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

Teen Movie Night: A Minecraft Movie

6:30pm–8:30pm
Teen
Central Library
Full
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Film Screening, Inclusion and Belonging, TGIS
Registration Required
Event Details:

Escape some cave spiders and relax by experiencing the exciting world of Minecraft with A Minecraft Movie!

Popcorn bar and drinks available.

This is a program for teens (ages 13-19)

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 "Teen" group

TGIS Wrap Up Party

6:30pm–8:30pm
Teen
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teens Area
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Culture of Reading, Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging, Summer Reading, TGIS
Event Details:

It's time to sit back & relax with some snacks. Seriously, you need to bank on all that reading you did this summer! We have MANY prizes to give away!

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

Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adult
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Event Details:

Find your voice at Toastmasters! 

Hear some great speakers and enjoy warm conversation and watch a Toastmasters meeting unfold. 

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Young Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Community-Led Book Club: Vineland

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Silent Room 1
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

You may have heard of the new Paul Thomas Anderson film One Battle After Another hitting theatres September 26th.