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This event is in the "Children" group
05/11/2026 @ 9:00am–07/19/2026 @ 5:00pm
Children
Virtual
This event is in the "Children" group
May-Jul
2026
Tails of Hope Short Story Contest (5-12 yrs)
05/11/2026 @ 9:00am–07/19/2026 @ 5:00pm
Virtual
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Community Wellness,
Writing and Publishing
Event Details:
Join Pickering Public Library, Pickering Animal Services and Scholar's of Pickering and Ajax and write a story about your furry friend. If you don't have a furry friend, use your imagination and create an animal related story of your own.
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Branches:
Central Library,
George Ashe Library,
Claremont Library,
All Library Locations
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This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
May
21
2026
Thu
Copy of AI vs. Reality: Can You Tell the Difference?
9:30am–9:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Maker Space - Common Area
Event Details:
AI is a great creative tool, but only when we know what we're looking at. Test your eye at the Maker Space's AI vs. Reality display by guessing whether each image is AI-generated or real.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
May
19
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:
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
May
20
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:
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
May
20
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.
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
May
20
2026
Wed
The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table
10:00am–6:00pm
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
Children
Claremont Library
This event is in the "Children" group
May
21
2026
Thu
Claremont Storytime (2-5 yrs)
10:00am–10:30am
Claremont Library
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!
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
May
22
2026
Fri
Mini Makers! (2-5 yrs)
10:00am–11:00am
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Storytime Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Crafts and DIY,
STEAM
Event Details:
Join us for a fun program filled with hands on creativity and play! Each week children will explore a new activity such as crafts, building with LEGO and magnetic tiles, and imaginative play with different materials.
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
May
22
2026
Fri
Tai Chi
10:00am–11:00am
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult,
Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Community Wellness
Event Details:
Join senior instructor at Tai Chi Journey, Patrick Leung for an introductory session on tai chi! The session will include warm up exercises, an introduction to the basic elements of tai chi, and learning the Yang Eight Tai Chi set.
This event is in the "Children" group
Children
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group
May
22
2026
Fri
Explore and Discover: Gardening Fun with EarlyON (2-6 yrs)
10:00am–11:30am
George Ashe Library
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Community Wellness,
Gardening
Event Details:
This program will provide children and their parents/caregivers with opportunities to participate in activities that introduce the world of gardening through planting, creative arts, and sensory experiences.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
May
23
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
Children
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group
May
23
2026
Sat
Explore and Discover with EarlyON (Birth to 6 Years)
10:00am–12:30pm
George Ashe Library
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Room:
Quiet Study Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Community Wellness,
Early Literacy
Event Details:
Join us for a fun and engaging program where your child can explore, investigate, and discover the world around them through inquiry-based play. Each week features a new theme designed to spark imagination and learning.
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This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
May
20
2026
Wed
DARS (Dedicated Advocacy Resource Support)
11:00am–2:00pm
Central Library
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.
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This event is in the "Seniors" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
19
2026
Tue
Seniors Social
1:00pm–3:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Adults Area
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
May
20
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,
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
May
21
2026
Thu
Community Makers & Artisans
1:00pm–3:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Adults 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 "Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adult,
Seniors
Central Library
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
22
2026
Fri
Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Caseworker
1:30pm–4:00pm
Central Library
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.
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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
May
22
2026
Fri
Pickering Small Business Hub
2:00pm–4:00pm
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!
This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
May
22
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 "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
May
23
2026
Sat
Tiny Art Pride Workshop
2:00pm–4:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult,
Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
2SLGBTQIA+,
Community Wellness,
Crafts and DIY,
Inclusion and Belonging
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
May
20
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,
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 "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
May
19
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
May
19
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
May
21
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
May
22
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
Children
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group
May
19
2026
Tue
Nature Makers (5-12 yrs)
5:30pm–6:30pm
George Ashe Library
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Room:
Quiet Study Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Gardening,
Sustainability
Event Details:
Let your creativity run wild! Join us as we use leaves, twigs, pinecones, and other natural treasures to create unique works of art inspired by the great outdoors.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
May
21
2026
Thu
Arduino Robot Obstacle Course (8-12 yrs)
5:30pm–7:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Storytime Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Games and Activities,
STEAM
Event Details:
Participants will combine coding and robotics to program a simple Arduino robot to navigate an obstacle course.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
May
19
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.
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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
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
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
20
2026
Wed
Tiny Pride Art Workshop
6:00pm–8:00pm
George Ashe Library
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
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.
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
Children,
Teen
Central Library
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
May
20
2026
Wed
Youth Leadership Toastmasters (11-17 yrs)
6:30pm–8:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Children,
Teen
Program Type:
Community Partnership
Event Details:
The Youth Leadership Program with Toastmasters International is geared for youth to develop their communication and leadership skills through practical experience.
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This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
May
21
2026
Thu
Pickering Public Library Board Meeting
6:00pm–9:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult
Program Type:
Library Board
Event Details:
Board meetings are held in-person and are open to members of the public to attend.
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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
May
19
2026
Tue
Creative Writing Series: Launch Party!
7:00pm–8:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Teen,
Adult,
Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Culture of Reading,
Writing and Publishing
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.
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This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
May
20
2026
Wed
Intro to Laser Engraving
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:
Did you know that the library recently introduced a new laser engraver/cutter machine? Have you ever wanted to make your own custom designs on materials such as wood, leather and more? Learn how to use this complex piece of machinery.
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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
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Young Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
May
21
2026
Thu
Tea & Books: New Beginnings
7:00pm–8:00pm
George Ashe Library
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Room:
Quiet Study Room
Age Group:
Adult,
Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Culture of Reading,
Inclusion and Belonging
Event Details:
Bloom into spring with this month's theme, 'New Beginnings'. We will discuss books that explore growth, rebirth, and fresh starts, perfect compliments to the warming weather!
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