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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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This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Adult,
Seniors
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group
Jun
16
2026
Tue
Seniors' Hearing Test with Canadian Hearing Services
9:30am–4:30pm
George Ashe Library
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Room:
Quiet Study Room
Age Group:
Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Community Wellness
Event Details:
Seniors are welcome to pop by the Quiet Study Room to have their hearing tested by Hearing Services Canada. To book a time slot, please call Canadian Hearing Services at 289-387-4167.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jun
16
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
Jun
17
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
Jun
17
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
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
Jun
17
2026
Wed
The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Settlement Services Resource Table
10:00am–6:00pm
George Ashe Library
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
Children
Claremont Library
This event is in the "Children" group
Jun
18
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 "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
Jun
17
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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jun
20
2026
Sat
Summer Reading Club Storytime! (2-5 yrs)
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Culture of Reading,
Early Literacy,
Ovee,
Rick Johnson Memorial Park,
Storytime
Event Details:
Get ready for Summer Reading Club with a storytime at Rick Johnson Memorial Park. After the storytime, children can go on the library's bookmobile, Ovee to borrow books!
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| 1 pm |
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jun
15
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,
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
Jun
16
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
Jun
17
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
Jun
18
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 "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
Jun
19
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 "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Jun
19
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 "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
Jun
20
2026
Sat
ACTively Preventing Elder Abuse Workshop with Theatre of the Beat
2:00pm–4:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult,
Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
Community Partnership,
Community Wellness,
Inclusion and Belonging
Event Details:
Theatre of the Beat will lead an interactive discussion about ageism, recognizing the different forms of abuse, caregiver burnour, and th eimportance of community intervention and support.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jun
17
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
Jun
16
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
Jun
16
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
Jun
18
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.
This event is in the "Children" group
Children
Greenwood Heritage Library
This event is in the "Children" group
Jun
18
2026
Thu
Nature Makers (5-12 yrs)
4:30pm–5:30pm
Greenwood Heritage Library
Library Branch:
Greenwood Heritage Library
Room:
Local History Experience Centre
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Crafts and DIY,
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 "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Jun
19
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
Jun
17
2026
Wed
Summer Solstice Celebration! (7-12 yrs)
5:30pm–6:30pm
George Ashe Library
Library Branch:
George Ashe Library
Room:
Quiet Study Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Crafts and DIY
Event Details:
Celebrate the longest day of the year by creating seasonal crafts inspired by the colours and light of summer! Supplies will be provided.
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This event is in the "Children" group
Children
George Ashe Library
This event is in the "Children" group
Jun
18
2026
Thu
Father's Day Craft (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,
Crafts and DIY,
Inclusion and Belonging
Event Details:
Join us to make a craft for someone special in your life! Whether it is for your father, uncle, grandfather, caregiver, or another important person, participants will design a thoughtful gift to share their appreciation.
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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
Jun
15
2026
Mon
English Conversation Circle
6:30pm–7:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Collab Room 2 (green)
Age Group:
Adult,
Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
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.
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
Jun
15
2026
Mon
English Conversation Circle
6:30pm–7:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Adults Area
Age Group:
Adult,
Young Adult,
Seniors
Program Type:
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.
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jun
15
2026
Mon
STEM Explorers (8-12 yrs)
6:30pm–7:30pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Maker Space - Event Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Games and Activities,
STEAM
Event Details:
Join us Monday nights for hands-on STEM adventures designed for curious minds! Try out awesome tech, experiment with new ideas, work with friends, and unlock the power of building, coding, and imagining!
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This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Jun
16
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
This event is in the "Children" group
Jun
16
2026
Tue
Pixel Art with Perler Beads (8-12 yrs)
6:00pm–7:00pm
Central Library
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Auditorium
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Community Wellness,
Crafts and DIY
Event Details:
Get ready to level up your creativity! Participants will use colourful perler beads to design their own 8-bit pixel art. Supplies will be provided.
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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
Jun
15
2026
Mon
Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters
7:00pm–8:30pm
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 "Adult" group
Jun
17
2026
Wed
AI Series: The Social & Environmental Impacts of AI
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:
Join us in the Maker Space for a conversation on how AI is shaping our world.
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This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
Jun
18
2026
Thu
Pickering Public Library Board Meeting
7:00pm–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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