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All Day
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

Prom Boutique Donations

All Day 1/12–2/13
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
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!

10 am
This event is in the "Children" group

Get Ready for Kindergarten (3-5 yrs)

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

Start off the new year by getting your child ready for kindergarten! This program is geared for children entering kindergarten in 2026.

This event is in the "Children" group

Baby & Toddler Storytime (0-2 yrs)

10:00am–10:30am
Children
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!

This event is in the "Children" group

Family Storytime (2-5 yrs)

10:00am–10:30am
Children
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

Ovee Stop - Rick Johnson Memorial Park

10:00am–12:00pm
All Ages
Off Site
Offsite Event
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 "Children" group

Claremont Storytime (2-5 yrs)

10:00am–10:30am
Children
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!

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 Workshops: Income Tax & Benefits

10:00am–11:30am
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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 basics on filing taxes, about Tax-Free Saving Accounts, and about Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs).

To Register: Call 905-427-7670.

This event is in the "Children" group

Get Ready for Kindergarten (3-5 yrs)

10:00am–11:00am
Children
Central Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Culture of Reading, Early Literacy, Games and Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Start off the new year by getting your child ready for kindergarten! This program is geared for children entering kindergarten in 2026.

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

Tai Chi with Patrick Leung

10:00am–11:00am
Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join senior instructor at Tai Chi Journey, Patrick Leung for an introductory session on tai chi! 

11 am
This event is in the "Children" group

Homeschoolers' Hub (5-12 yrs)

11:00am–12:30pm
Children
Central Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities, Homeschoolers, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover, create, and connect at our Homeschoolers Hub!

12 pm
This event is in the "Teen" group

PA Day Activities

12:00pm–7:00pm
Teen
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teens Area
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts and DIY, Games and Activities
Event Details:

Enjoy the school day off! We have board games, button makers, origami, and other relaxing crafts and activities.

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.

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
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
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 games and conversation. 

Light refreshments provided while supplies last.

This event is in the "Children" group

Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months)

1:30pm–2:30pm
Children
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.

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

From Story to Play (2-5 yrs)

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children
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!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Ovee Stop - Hollymeadow Park

2:30pm–3:30pm
All Ages
Off Site
Offsite Event
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

Music and Movement with EarlyON (birth to 6 yrs)

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children
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.

4 pm
This event is in the "Children" group

Black Youth Innovation STEM Club with Ontario Tech University (Grades 5-8)

4:30pm–6:00pm
Children
Central Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging
Registration Required
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! 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Ovee Stop - Creekside Park

4:00pm–5:30pm
All Ages
Off Site
Offsite Event
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
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.

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

Olympic Trivia Family Challenge!

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children, Teen, Adult
Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children, Teen, Adult
Program Type: Community Wellness, Games and Activities
Event Details:

Get ready to ignite your Olympic spirit! The Olympic Trivia Family Challenge is a family showdown celebrating the excitement of the upcoming Winter Olympics.

This event is in the "Children" group

Lunar New Year Fun! (6-10 yrs)

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children
George Ashe Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging
Registration Required
Event Details:

Happy Lunar New Year! It's time to get crafty – come and get creative to celebrate the Year of the Horse! Supplies will be provided.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Youth Drop In

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teen
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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Valentine's Craft Fun! (5-12 yrs)

4:30pm–5:30pm
Children
Central Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Love is in the air! Join us to make a Valentine craft for yourself or someone you love. 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
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

LEGO Club! (6-12 yrs)

4:30pm–6:00pm
Children
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.

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

Ovee Stop - Greenwood Community Centre

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

STEM and Robotics Workshop (8-12 yrs)

6:00pm–7:30pm
Children
George Ashe Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Computers and Technology, Games and Activities, STEAM
Registration Required
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

Anime Club

6:30pm–8:00pm
Teen
Central Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
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: Demon Slayer

"Is This A.I.?" Trivia

6:00pm–7:30pm
Central Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Registration Required
Event Details:

Can you tell the difference between A.I. and reality? Join us in the Maker Space to test your perception and learn how to identify A.I. generated content.

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

Crafting with Pride

6:30pm–8:30pm
Teen, Young Adult
Central Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Silent Room 1
Age Group: Teen, Young Adult
Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Community Wellness, Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to Crafting with Pride! 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 and ages 16 – 25.

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

Crafting Afro Futures with Jam's Creative Lab

6:00pm–8:30pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult
George Ashe Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult
Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Black History Month, Community Partnership, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging
Registration Required
Event Details:

Imagine the future from a PanAfrican/ AfroIndigenous perspective with Jam's Creative Lab this Black History Month.

This event is in the "Children" group

Create a Freedom Quilt (5-12 yrs)

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children
George Ashe Library
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Black History Month, Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging
Event Details:

Long ago, quilts were more than just blankets — they were a form of communication. During a time when enslaved people were not free, some quilt patterns were used as symbols to offer hope and guidance on the journey toward freedom.