Week Calendar

Featured Events

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Sewing Card Holders with Sally Baubles

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hey card sharks, Sally Baubles will lead us in sewing our own playing card holders. No prior sewing experience required. All supplies are provided.

Instagram: @sallysbaubles

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PowerPoint Party

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Teens Area at Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Teens Area
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Computers and Technology, Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging, March Break
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you have a topic that you could yap about forever? Brush up on your presentation skills and bring your expertise to our PowerPoint Party. Teens will have a 2 to 5 minutes to present and answer questions on a topic of their choice.

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Learn Chinese Dance with Litmus Chinese Dance Association (7-12 yrs)

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Auditorium at Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community Partnership, Community Wellness, Inclusion and Belonging, March Break
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the Litmus Chinese Dance Association and learn Uyghur dance! Uyghur music is upbeat, cheerful, and festive.

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A camera and popcorn

Movie Night with Free Teen Stuff

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Community Partnership, Film Screening, March Break
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ready to kick back and enjoy the show?

The Pickering Public Library and Free Teen Stuff are joining forces by hosting a movie night! Relax while watching a movie and enjoying our snack bar.

Digital Spring Cleaning

Wednesday, March 18, 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:

Too much junk on your phone or computer? Learn how to declutter your digital life this Spring! This program will give you basic organizational & de-cluttering tips in 3 areas: your files, photos and emails. 

Jumpstart Job Search for Youth

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult
Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Navigating the job market can be a complex and often daunting experience, but you don’t have to go it alone. We’re here to provide you with the resources, guidance, and support you need to not only find a job but to build a fulfilling career.

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Youth For Entrepreneurship: Networking

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Auditorium at Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult
Program Type: Community Partnership, Financial Literacy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Expand your connections and opportunities with our Networking Workshop for Youth Entrepreneurs! 

This engaging session is designed to teach young entrepreneurs the art of effective networking.

Participants will learn:

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Jackbox Games Night

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Maker Space - Event Room at Central Library
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Games and Activities, Inclusion and Belonging, March Break
Registration Required
Event Details:

Jackbox! Come socialize and play a few rounds of several different Jackbox Party games!  Please note that a smart device (phone, tablet, etc.) will be needed to participate.

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10 am

The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table

10:00am–6:00pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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.
11 am
12 pm
1 pm
2 pm

Pickering Small Business Hub

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
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!

Tiny Art Pride Workshop

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Program Type: 2SLGBTQIA+, Community Wellness, Crafts and DIY, Inclusion and Belonging
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate Pride Month by painting on 3x3" canvases for our miniature community art gallery, to be displayed in the library! No art experience needed, all supplies provided. 

Registration is encouraged but not required.
3 pm
4 pm
5 pm
6 pm

Tiny Pride Art Workshop

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

Celebrate Pride Month by painting on 3x3" canvases for our miniature community art gallery, to be displayed in the library! No art experience needed, all supplies provided. 

Youth Leadership Toastmasters (11-17 yrs)

6:30pm–8:00pm
Children, Teen
Central Library
Open
Registration Required
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.
7 pm

Creative Writing Series: Launch Party!

7:00pm–8:30pm
Teen, Adult, Young Adult, Seniors
Central Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
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:

It’s time to celebrate! Join us in the Auditorium for the official launch of PPL’s second Writers’ Anthology featuring work by participants of the Creative Writing Series which occurred throughout the year.