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From Story to Play (2-5 yrs)

10:00am–11:00am
Children
George Ashe Library
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Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Games and Activities, Storytime
Event Details:

Enjoy a themed storytime followed by open-ended play with a variety of creative and engaging materials inspired by the tale. Perfect for curious little hands and big imaginations!

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
Event Details:

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

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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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Tots and Toys! (0-2 yrs)

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teens Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Games and Activities, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for Baby and Toddler Storytime—a cozy and interactive session filled with songs, rhymes, and stories just for little ones. Stay afterward for a relaxed playtime with age-appropriate toys and activities, all supervised by library staff.

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Family 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
Event Details:

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

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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

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
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

From Story to Play (2-5 yrs)

10:00am–11:00am
Children
Central Library
Full
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Games and Activities, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy a themed storytime followed by open-ended play with a variety of creative and engaging materials inspired by the tale. Perfect for curious little hands and big imaginations!

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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CreatorCon

10:00am–4:00pm
All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Computers and Technology, Crafts and DIY, Film Screening, Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging, Writing and Publishing
Event Details:

CreatorCon is an all-inclusive festival that celebrates culture and the creative spirit by highlighting a wide range of creative genres such as film & filmmaking, music, photography & art, dance & movement, and much more.

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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. 

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CreatorCon: Art for All

10:00am–4:00pm
All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teens Area
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Wellness, Computers and Technology, Crafts and DIY, Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging, Maker Space
Event Details:

Reawaken your inner artist with our ‘Art for All’ activity. Explore a wide range of traditional and modern mediums like ink, charcoal, and digital art. It's time to unleash your creativity! 

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 "Children" group

CreatorCon: Bookbinding

10:00am–4:00pm
Children
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts and DIY, Games and Activities, Maker Space
Event Details:

Come and create your own customized book using our book binding machine! Supplies will be provided. 

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CreatorCon: Draw Your Dance

10:00am–4:00pm
All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teens Area
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Games and Activities, Maker Space
Event Details:

Translate your dance into a colourful drawing on a large collaborative art wall! Using markers, crayons, or paint pens on a large, shared canvas, you're invited to design how different movements feel. Swirls for spins?

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Library Event Photo Policy

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CreatorCon: Maker Space Showcase

10:00am–4:00pm
All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Common Area
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Crafts and DIY, Maker Space
Event Details:

Our Maker Space staff will be demonstrating available Maker Space equipment throughout the day.  

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CreatorCon: Movies that Moved You

10:00am–4:00pm
All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Wellness, Film Screening, Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging, Maker Space, Writing and Publishing
Event Details:

Add to our interactive impact board and share what film impacted you the most and why! 

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CreatorCon: Music Corner

10:00am–4:00pm
All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Area
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities
Event Details:

Get ready to make some noise! You and your little ones are invited to test out instruments and create all kinds of sounds and rhythms. 

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CreatorCon: Upcycle Comics into Buttons

10:00am–4:00pm
All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Common Area
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker Space
Event Details:

Have any old comics that are falling apart but don't want to just throw them out? Upcycle them into buttons for your shirts, bags, hats and more! Come and learn how to use our button maker for your next project! All materials will be provided.

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CreatorCon: Writers' Corner

10:00am–4:00pm
All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teens Area
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Author Event, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Maker Space, Writing and Publishing
Event Details:

Don your creative cap and pen a poem or short story using quill and ink. Take home your work or display it on the wall for our community to enjoy! 

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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. 

11 am
12 pm
This event is in the "Children" group

Mall Storytime! (2-5 yrs)

12:00pm–12:30pm
Children
Off Site
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for an interactive and fun storytime at the Pickering Town Centre! This storytime will feature books, action songs and rhymes for the whole family!

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Performance by Singer-Songwriter Joseph Robinson

12:30pm–1:15pm
All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Area
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Joseph Robinson will perform a dynamic mix of live vocals, acoustic guitar, and backing tracks. Enjoy this intimate yet energetic set! 

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
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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 "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
Event Details:

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

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Fit and Dance Dimensions

1:00pm–1:45pm
All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Maker Space
Event Details:

Join Fit and Dance Dimensions for a fun, engaging, spontaneous dance lesson! Learn all about the creative aspects of dance.  

2 pm
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CreatorCon: DIY Customizations with the Vinyl Cutter and Heat Press

2:00pm–2:45pm
All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Common Area
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Crafts and DIY, Maker Space
Event Details:

Want to make a one of a kind gift for someone? Learn how to use the Vinyl Cutter and Heat Press to customize a shirt with text and simple graphics! The shirt and vinyl will be provided. 

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CreatorCon: Poetry Crash Course

2:00pm–2:45pm
All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teens Area
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Author Event, Culture of Reading, Maker Space, Writing and Publishing
Event Details:

Are you new to poetry and looking to flex your creative muscles? Check out our crash course to learn poetry basics and take a stab at writing different kinds of poems. You'll even have the chance to share your work. Let's have fun with words!

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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. 

3 pm
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
Event Details:

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

4 pm
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Fall into Art: Watercolor Wreaths (8-12 yrs)

4:30pm–5:30pm
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, Crafts and DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come make a colorful fall wreath using paint and real-looking leaves! We’ll use watercolors to bring the magic of autumn to life—then build our own beautiful wreaths to take home. Supplies will be provided.

This event is in the "Children" group

Orange Shirt Day Bracelets! (5-12 yrs)

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging, Indigenous
Event Details:

Join us to make orange beaded bracelets in honour of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Supplies will be provided.

This event is in the "Children" group

Back-to-School Keychains (8-12 yrs)

4:30pm–5:30pm
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
Registration Required
Event Details:

Backpack looking a little bare? Come make your own keychain to clip onto your backpack! Choose from beads, charms, and more to create something totally you. Supplies will be provided.

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

Sleepy Storytime (2-5 yrs)

6:30pm–7:00pm
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
Event Details:

Put on your PJs, grab your favourite stuffed animal, and wind down with us at Sleepy Storytime! This gentle, evening storytime features calming stories, soft songs, and soothing rhymes to help little ones relax and get ready for bed. 

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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.