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Protect the Earth! Upcycled Crafts

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens Area at Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teens Area
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Sustainability
Event Details:

Take part in Earth Day activities by creating art with recycled materials. Do your part to lower waste while making a masterpiece! Supplies will be provided.

A.I. in Your Daily Life

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Maker Space
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you interested in integrating AI into your daily life to automate routine tasks? This workshop provides the tools and knowledge to help you.

Young girl with art supplies at a table.

Recycled Art Workshop

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Sustainability
Registration Required
Event Details:

Earth Day is April 22, 2026! Celebrate by creating a colorful work of art out of recycled paper. No art experience required.

craft supplies

Crafty Tales (2-5 yrs)

Friday, April 24, 2026 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!

Open books, pens, writing, strewn across a table.

Poetry Crash Course

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Culture of Reading, Writing and Publishing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dive headfirst into the world of poetry! Perfect for beginners, this poetry crash course offers people a glimpse into what makes poetry so powerful, and provides the opportunity to start strengthening those writing muscles.

Heat Press T-Shirt Demo

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Event Details:

Come try our Heat Press! Learn how to prepare one of our premade designs and heat press your own Maker Space shirt!  All materials will be provided while supplies last.

gardening

Spring into Gardening (4-12 yrs)

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library
Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Wellness, Gardening, Sustainability
Event Details:

Drop by and get your hands dirty as you plant a variety of seeds, just in time for gardening season! Whether you’re growing flowers or vegetables, we’ll provide all the supplies you need to start your gardening adventure. Come grow with us!

Introduction to Computer & Online Security

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Computers and Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

This workshop will teach you the fundamentals of protecting your computer from viruses, malware, trojans, rootkits, etc and protecting yourself online from socially engineered hacking scams such as phishing.

craft supplies

Crafty Tales (2-5 yrs)

Friday, May 1, 2026 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!

crafting

Made With Love: Mother’s Day Crafts! (5-12 yrs)

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Quiet Study Room at George Ashe Library
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:

Join us to make a craft for someone special in your life! Whether it is for your mother, aunt, grandmother, caregiver, or another important person, participants will design a thoughtful gift to share their appreciation.

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10 am

Job Searching in Canada with Pickering Welcome Centre

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

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table

10:00am–6:00pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
George Ashe Library
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Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: George Ashe Lobby
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.
11 am

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.
12 pm
1 pm

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.

ID and Benefits Access Hub

1:00pm–6:00pm
Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Common Area
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Financial Literacy
Event Details:

Unlock your future, all in one stop.

Pickering Small Business Hub

1:30pm–4:30pm
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, Financial Literacy
Event Details:

Pickering-based entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their business can speak with a staff member at the Outreach Table in the Central Library lobby to receive support!

Musical Babies with EarlyON (0-15 months)

1:30pm–2:30pm
Children
Central Library
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central 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.

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.

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

PA Day Fun: Shell-ebrate Turtle Conservation! (5-12 yrs)

2:00pm–3:30pm
Children
Central Library
Full
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Sustainability
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dive into the amazing world of turtles! Participants will learn how to identify different local turtle species, discover cool conservation facts, and rotate through hands-on activity stations full of shell-tastic fun! 
3 pm

Music and Movement with EarlyON (birth to 6 yrs)

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children
Central Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Storytime Area
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.
4 pm

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 Partnership, 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
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
5 pm

Introduction To Scratch (8-12 yrs)

5:30pm–7:30pm
Children
Central Library
Full
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Common Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Games and Activities, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Participants will be introduced to Scratch and can build an interactive game while learning key coding concepts such as loops, conditionals, and variables. By the end of the session, each participant will have a playable game.
6 pm

Youth Leadership Toastmasters (11-17 yrs)

6:30pm–8:00pm
Children, Teen
Central Library
Full
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children, Teen
Program Type: Community Partnership
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Youth Leadership Program with Toastmasters International is geared for youth to develop their communication and leadership skills through practical experience.

Mastering Resume Writing and Interview Preparation with the Y

6:00pm–8:00pm
Teen, Young Adult
Central Library
Full
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teen, Young Adult
Program Type: Community Partnership, Writing and Publishing
Registration Required
Event Details:

This interactive and informative workshop is designed to help job seekers create resumes that stand out and for individuals to be able to excel in interviews.
7 pm

Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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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. 

Budgeting Basics with Ellen Seyers from RBC Dominion Securities

7:00pm–8:00pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult
George Ashe Library
Full
Registration Required
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Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult
Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Please join us for an interactive session on Budgeting Basics, where you’ll learn essential skills to take control of your finances.
Cancelled

Exploring Autism with Autism Ontario

7:00pm–8:00pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult
George Ashe Library
Full
Registration Required
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Library Branch: George Ashe Library
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging
Registration Required
Event Details:

An introductory session that builds understanding of autism and neurodiversity, including how autistic people may experience and interact with the world.