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All Day
This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Art Anthology

All Day 10/1–11/30
Teen
Virtual
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging, Writing and Publishing
Event Details:

Are you a Teen who wants to have their art published at the library? Submit to our Teen Art Anthology!

 

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.

10 am
This event is in the "Children" group

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!

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

Storytime with Sparky the Dog (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: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Storytime
Event Details:

Join Pickering Fire Services and special guest, Sparky the Dog, for a fun and interactive storytime! 

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 "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

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table

10:00am–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, 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
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 "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Young Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

YMCA Financial Workshop: Banking, Insurance & Financial Tools

10:00am–11:30am
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy
Event Details:

Learn the difference between 'needs' and 'wants', as well as how to know what you spend, how to budget, and understanding financial documents (like pay subs).

To Register: Call 905-427-7670.

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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Saturday Storytime Spectacular (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!

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–2:00pm
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.

This event is in the "Children" group
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY
Event Details:

Blast off into creativity! Join Arnold from the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada for a fun-filled event where kids will explore the wonders of space through hands-on, astronomy-themed crafts. Supplies will be provided.

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!

1 pm
This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Ovee's Birthday Party

1:00pm–3:00pm
All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult
Off Site
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Teen, Adult
Program Type: Ovee
Event Details:

Join us behind the Central library in the Esplanade Park to celebrate the one year anniversary of our mobile library service, Ovee!

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

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 "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

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.

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
George Ashe Library
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Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
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 "Adult" group
This event is in the "Young Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Maple Leaf Sewing Project with Sally Baubles

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Full
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Common Area
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Computers and Technology, Crafts and DIY, Maker Space, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to hand sew and stuff a maple leaf project to decorate your space this Autumn! 

All supplies are provided. No sewing experience required. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Ovee Stop - Hollymeadow Park

2:30pm–3:30pm
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.

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
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

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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Out of this World Fun! (6-12 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, Games and Activities, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come celebrate World Space Week with hands-on fun as we build rockets, solve space-themed puzzles and create cosmic artwork! Perfect for space explorers and future astronauts! Supplies will be provided.

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.

This event is in the "Children" group

A-maize-ing Autumn Crafts! (5-10 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:

Celebrate the fall season with fun and colorful crafts at the library! We'll use leaves, corn, and other autumn-inspired materials to create art that's as bright and cozy as the season. Supplies will be provided.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Ovee Stop - Rouge Valley 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.

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. 

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 "Adult" group

English Conversation Circle

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adult
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Silent Room 1
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness
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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Ovee Stop - Greenwood 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
This event is in the "Young Adult" group

Anime Club

6:30pm–8:00pm
Teen, Young Adult
Central Library
Full
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Teen, Young Adult
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! 

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 "Children" group

Breathe and Create: Yoga, Mindfulness and Art (8-12 yrs)

6:00pm–7:30pm
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:

Join us for World Mental Health Day by participating in a relaxing yoga session with Little Yogis Academy, followed by a rock painting activity to promote mindfulness.

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

The Prism Collective

6:30pm–8:30pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult
Central Library
Full
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Silent Room 1
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.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Anishinaabemowin Language Series - Fall 2025

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adult
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Community Partnership, Inclusion and Belonging, Indigenous
Event Details:

The Indigenous Team at DCHC is proud to partner with the Pickering Public Library to offer a Free 10-week, beginner-level  Anishinaabemowin Language Series with Alderville First Nati

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

Dine on a Dime: Wraps and Apple Crisp

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
George Ashe Library
Full
Registration Required
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Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Wellness, Financial Literacy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grab your chef hat, roll up your sleeves, and let's get cooking! Learn how to make simple and cost effective meals with us at the George Ashe Community Centre! Today's daily special is: wraps and apple crisp. 

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.

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.