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Access Justice with Jessica Mason

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

As a continuation of her commitment to providing access to justice, Jessica is offering in-person and online Pro Bono (for the public good) legal consultations. Pro Bono signifies professional services delivered without compensation.

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The Prism Collective

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Auditorium at Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult
Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Inclusion and Belonging
Registration Required
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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Crafty Tales (2-5 yrs)

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts and DIY, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun storytime filled with books, songs, and rhymes, followed by an exciting hands-on craft inspired by the story. Perfect for little ones who love reading and crafting!

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Anime Club

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Film Screening, Inclusion and Belonging
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for our biweekly Anime Club meetup, where anime enthusiasts and those new to the genre come together for snacks, watch parties, and discussing our favourite moments and characters!

Anime of the month: Attack on Titan

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Creative Writing Series: Poetry

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Auditorium at Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Culture of Reading, Writing and Publishing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Is poetry simply a bunch of fancy rhymes jumbled together, or is it so much more? Learn the answer at this program as we take a look at the characteristics of a poem, different types of poetry, and just how powerful poetry can be.

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Tween to Teen: Craft Night

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teens Area at Central Library
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 making crafts with other tweens! 

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

Intro to UX Design

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Auditorium at Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Crafts and DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover how User Experience (UX) Design shapes the way we interact with the world. In this beginner-friendly session, we'll break down what UX is, explore core principles and walk through the phases of the UX design process.

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Job Searching in Canada with Pickering Welcome Centre

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Silent Room 1 at Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Silent Room 1
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Financial Literacy, Inclusion and Belonging
Event Details:

Are you new to Canada and not sure how to find a job? Join this workshop presented by the Pickering Welcome Centre to help you with your job search! 

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Judith Shaw Book Launch: Savouring Verses: A Jamaican Childhood (Re)Collection

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Auditorium at Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Author Event, Community Partnership, Writing and Publishing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy a live reading, cultural storytelling, and audience Q&A with local author Judith Shaw. The event will also include light Caribbean refreshments to engage the senses and bring the stories to life!

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Fantastic Frames! (7-12 yrs)

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Auditorium at Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Build and decorate a colourful picture frame from popsicle sticks, then make it your own with gems, stickers and more! A perfect way to showcase a special photo or drawing. Supplies will be provided. 

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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!

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.

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!

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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.

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.

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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?

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. 

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! 

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. 

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. 

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. 
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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: Community Wellness, Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging
Event Details:

Games, Music, and Snacks. Every week, every time. 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.

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.