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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
01/05/2026 @ 9:00am–02/06/2026 @ 9:00pm
Children,
Teen
All Library Locations
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
Jan-Feb
2026
Pickering-Ajax Science Fair (Grades 3-12)
01/05/2026 @ 9:00am–02/06/2026 @ 9:00pm
All Library Locations
Library Branch:
All Library Locations
Age Group:
Children,
Teen
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Games and Activities,
STEAM
Event Details:
On Saturday, March 7, Pickering Public Library and Ajax Public Library will be hosting our annual Pickering-Ajax Science Fair! Children from Grades 3-12 are invited to create a science fair project.
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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
Jan-Feb
2026
Prom Boutique Donations
All Day
1/12–2/13
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Lobby Center Display
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult,
Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Inclusion and Belonging,
Sustainability
Event Details:
Help a student shine on their special day!
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This event is in the "Children" group
Children
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
12
2026
Mon
Get Ready for Kindergarten (3-5 yrs)
10:00am–11:00am
George Ashe Library
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Room:
Quiet Study Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Culture of Reading,
Early Literacy,
Games and Activities
Event Details:
Start off the new year by getting your child ready for kindergarten! This program is geared for children entering kindergarten in 2026.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
13
2026
Tue
Baby & Toddler Storytime (0-2 yrs)
10:00am–10:30am
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Storytime Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
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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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
14
2026
Wed
Family Storytime (2-5 yrs)
10:00am–10:30am
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Storytime Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Culture of Reading,
Early Literacy,
Storytime
Event Details:
This interactive and fun storytime features books, action songs and rhymes for the whole family!
This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Jan
14
2026
Wed
Ovee Stop - Rick Johnson Memorial Park
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
Children
Claremont Library
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
15
2026
Thu
Claremont Storytime (2-5 yrs)
10:00am–10:30am
Claremont Library
Library Branch:
Claremont Library
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
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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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
16
2026
Fri
Get Ready for Kindergarten (3-5 yrs)
10:00am–11:00am
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Culture of Reading,
Early Literacy,
Games and Activities
Event Details:
Start off the new year by getting your child ready for kindergarten! This program is geared for children entering kindergarten in 2026.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
17
2026
Sat
Saturday Storytime Spectacular (2-5 yrs)
10:00am–10:30am
Central Library
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!
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
17
2026
Sat
STEM Workshop with Ontario Tech University (6-9 yrs)
10:00am–12:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Games and Activities,
STEAM
Event Details:
Boost your child's STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) skills with Ontario Tech University's Engineering Outreach Team!
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
15
2026
Thu
Homeschoolers' Hub (5-12 yrs)
11:00am–12:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Homeschoolers,
STEAM
Event Details:
Discover, create, and connect at our Homeschoolers Hub!
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
12
2026
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.
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This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Jan
13
2026
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
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
14
2026
Wed
Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months)
1:30pm–2:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Storytime Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Culture of Reading,
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
Jan
15
2026
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
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Crafts and DIY
Event Details:
Meet up with fellow makers every Thursday! Bring your own projects, share ideas, and socialize.
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This event is in the "Children" group
Children
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
15
2026
Thu
From Story to Play (2-5 yrs)
2:00pm–3:00pm
George Ashe Library
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!
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This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Jan
16
2026
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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
17
2026
Sat
Science Fair: How-To Workshop (Grades 3-12)
2:00pm–3:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
STEAM
Event Details:
Want to learn more about what makes a great Science Fair entry? Join us for our Science Fair How-To Workshop and learn all the tips and tricks to help you create a masterpiece!
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
This event is in the "Young Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
All Ages,
Children,
Teen,
Adult,
Young Adult,
Seniors
George Ashe Library
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
This event is in the "Young Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Jan
17
2026
Sat
Puzzle Competition!
2:00pm–4:00pm
George Ashe Library
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Age Group:
All Ages,
Children,
Teen,
Adult,
Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Games and Activities
Event Details:
Hey puzzle masters, looking for a challenge?
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
14
2026
Wed
Music and Movement with EarlyON (birth to 6 yrs)
3:00pm–4:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Storytime Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Community Wellness,
Culture of Reading,
Early Literacy
Event Details:
This program will introduce children to interactive songs, nursery rhymes, music, creative movement and musical instruments.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
12
2026
Mon
Black Youth Innovation STEM Club with Ontario Tech University (Grades 1-4)
4:30pm–6:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Community Wellness,
Inclusion and Belonging
Event Details:
Join us as we dive into the exciting fields of science, technology, engineering, and math, exploring how Black innovators have shaped STEM, and empowering the next generation to do the same!
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This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Jan
13
2026
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.
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
Jan
13
2026
Tue
Youth Drop In
4:00pm–5:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Teens Area
Age Group:
Teen
Program Type:
2SLGBTQIA+,
Community Partnership,
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 "Teen" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
Jan
15
2026
Thu
Youth Drop In
4:00pm–5:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Teens Area
Age Group:
Teen
Program Type:
2SLGBTQIA+,
Community Partnership,
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
Jan
16
2026
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.
This event is in the "Children" group
Children
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
16
2026
Fri
LEGO Club! (6-12 yrs)
4:30pm–6:00pm
George Ashe Library
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Room:
Quiet Study Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Games and Activities
Event Details:
Let your imagination soar! Meet new friends and build amazing LEGO creations together. From towers to spaceships, the only limit is your creativity! Supplies will be provided.
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Jan
12
2026
Mon
English Conversation Circle
6:30pm–7:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Collab Room 1 (blue)
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Community Wellness,
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
Jan
13
2026
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 "Children" group
Children
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group
Jan
13
2026
Tue
STEM and Robotics Workshop (8-12 yrs)
6:00pm–7:30pm
George Ashe Library
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Room:
Quiet Study Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Computers and Technology,
Games and Activities,
STEAM
Event Details:
Discover the world of robotics and coding in this hands-on STEM program! Participants will learn how to build and program robots using Arduino and Micro:bit.
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Young Adult" group
Teen,
Adult,
Young Adult
Central Library
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Young Adult" group
Jan
13
2026
Tue
Anime Club
6:30pm–8:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult,
Young Adult
Program Type:
Film Screening,
Inclusion and Belonging
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!
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This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Young Adult" group
Teen,
Young Adult
Central Library
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Young Adult" group
Jan
14
2026
Wed
Crafting with Pride: Beaded Banners
6:30pm–8:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Silent Room 1
Age Group:
Teen,
Young Adult
Program Type:
2SLGBTQIA+,
Community Wellness,
Games and Activities,
Inclusion and Belonging
Event Details:
Welcome to Crafting with Pride! For this session, we will be making banners out of beads.
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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
Teen,
Adult,
Young Adult
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Young Adult" group
Jan
15
2026
Thu
Pastel Exploration with Jam's Creative Lab
6:30pm–8:30pm
George Ashe Library
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Room:
Quiet Study Room
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult,
Young Adult
Program Type:
2SLGBTQIA+,
Community Partnership,
Crafts and DIY,
Inclusion and Belonging
Event Details:
Get colourful and messy in this pastel workshop hosted by Jam's Creative Lab. This session will explore different types of pastels and different techniques you can use to create your very own masterpiece.
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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
Jan
12
2026
Mon
Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters
7:00pm–8:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult,
Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Partnership
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 "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
Jan
14
2026
Wed
Alcoholics Anonymous Info Session
7:00pm–8:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult,
Young Adult,
Seniors
Event Details:
Drop by for an open, welcoming Alcoholics Anonymous chat. We'll share personal stories, challenges we've faced, and the hope and help we've found through AA. No pressure, no judgment - just real conversation and connection.
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
Jan
14
2026
Wed
Intro to Canva
7:00pm–8:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Computers and Technology,
Maker Space
Event Details:
Looking for an easier way to create a graphic for an invitation, poster or more?
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