The Pickering Public Library will be the heart of an engaged and creative community. We will enrich and inspire the lives of all residents; actively connecting people, ideas and cultures with openness and respect. We will be leaders in information technology, providing access to innovative technology for all. Pickering Public Library will be a destination - a fun place to visit, staffed by a diverse group of individuals who are committed to making a difference in the community. THIS IS A SPACE FOR ALL. THIS IS MAKER SPACE. MAKE IT YOUR SPACE

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make it your space
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2. Jennifer O’Connell
As the federal representative for Pickering-Uxbridge, I was delighted
at the opportunity to showcase Pickering’s award-winning Library to
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau earlier this spring. The Pickering Public
Library has evolved into an accessible and innovative learning hub for
the entire community to enjoy.
The new Maker Space is an extraordinary cutting-edge space where
residents of all ages, backgrounds and abilities can visit to learn a new
skill or bring an idea to life through the many resources available such
as specialized computer programs, printers, sewing machines, a sound
booth, 3D printers, and many more. The possibilities are endless!
905.839.2878
Jennifer.OConnell@parl.gc.ca
4-1154 Kingston Road, Pickering, ON L1V 1B4
joconnell.liberal.ca
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Branches
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Mon - Fri: 9:30 am - 9:00 pm
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Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Tuesday: 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Thursday: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
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Holiday Hours
All Libraries will be closed on:
Monday, July 1st
(Canada Day)
Sunday,August 4th
(Civic Holiday weekend)
Monday,August 5th
(Civic Holiday)
Sunday, September 1st
(Labour Day weekend)
Monday, September 2nd
(Labour Day)
Sunday, October 13th
(Thanksgiving weekend)
Monday, October 14th
(Thanksgiving)
Sunday, December 22nd
(Winter holidays)
Tuesday, December 24th
closing at 1pm
(Christmas Eve)
Wednesday, December 25th
(Christmas Day)
Thursday, December 26th
(Boxing Day)
Sunday, December 29th
(Winter holidays)
Tuesday, December 31st
closing at 1pm
(New Year's Eve)
Wednesday, January 1st
, 2020 (New Year's Day)
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summer reading
Club!
Launch party isTues,
July 2
see page 5
» scavenger hunt
» sweet treats
» prizes
» fun family activities
All at at the City of Pickering Farmer's Market
A Library & City of Pickering Collaboration
it’s that time of year
again!
Join us for td summer reading club 2019 at the library!
you can participate by reading books, comics, or listening to
stories. read at home, on vacation, or anywhere the summer
takes you!
this year we encourage you to get outside and explore the
natural world! get active, soak up the sun, make friends and
get to know the natural world around you through activities
and events at the library. check out recommended reads'
books, track your reading and share your learning with library
staff and friends.

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Sleepy Summer Storytime
Wear your PJs and bring your stuffie for an early evening
Storytime all summer long!
Wednesdays, July 3 to Aug 21 | 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM |
George Ashe Library
®Financial Literacy: Saving is
Important (8-12 yrs.)
Come explore the importance of saving from a
young age!
Wednesday, July 3 | 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM |
George Ashe Library | Registration is required
®Financial Literacy: Money
Games (8-12 yrs.)
Come have fun playing games and learning
about money!
Thursday, July 4 | 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM |
George Ashe Library | Registration is required
Baby Storytime (0-18 mths.) Wednesdays July 3 to December 18 11:00 aM Central Library
Family Storytime (2-5 yrs.) Thursdays July 4 - December 19 10:00 aM Central Library
Baby & Tot Storytime (0-3 yrs.) Mondays July 8 - December 16 10:00 aM George Ashe Library
Toddler Storytime (18-36 mths.) Tuesdays July 9 - December 17 10:00 aM Central Library
Storytime programs at Pickering Public Library are geared toward caregivers of young children of all ages and abilities.
This is a chance to come together and enjoy stories, songs and learn movement rhymes in a group setting.
At Storytime, caregivers are supported in their role as their children’s first and best teachers and will discover new
techniques for sharing a love of reading and language with their children. Please note, there is a break in
Storytimes from September 1-7.
Storytime Drop-Ins
Children 5
TD Summer Reading Club 2019 Launch Party!
Help us celebrate the start of summer at our annual launch celebration. Sign-up
for summer reading club, take on our scavenger hunt, enjoy a sweet treat, enter
to win a summer prize pack, and participate in fun family activities courtesy of
these local community services: Pickering Fire Services, EarlyON, WindReach
Farm, Durham Public Health, Ontario Power Generation
Tuesday, July 2 | 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM | Pickering Farmer's Market
(Across from the Central Library)
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Supporting entrepreneurship and
innovative technology!
investdurham.ca
Think Big Think Durham

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®Clayton Hammer: SRC Cartooning
Workshop (6-12 yrs.)
Come meet this year's SRC artist, Clayton Hammer!
This is an introductory workshop to writing and illustrating
comic stories from TD Summer Reading Club artist
Clayton Hammer. Kids will learn about the basic structure
of comic creation and be encouraged to get silly!
Friday, July 12 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Central Library
Registration is required
®Coding Unplugged! (6-12 yrs.)
It's coding, but without computers! Come find out how to
code unplugged!
Mondays, July 15 and July 22 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
George Ashe Library | Registration is required
®Wind Reach Farm Visits
PPL! (6-12 yrs.)
Meet the animals of Wind Reach Farm. Interact with
them and learn all about the farm at the library!
Wednesday, July 17 | 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM | Central Library
| Registration is required
®True North Science - Presented by:
Mad Science (6-12 yrs.)
Join Mad Science for an energetic tour of Canadian
science! Beginning in our snowy Northern Territories
we'll discover how animals and humans have adapted
and invented their way to survival in cold weather. Junior
scientists will conduct amazing chemical reactions,
discover the secrets behind a sliding hockey puck, build
and test a working Canadarm model, and try out some
modern Foley artist tricks of the trade. Our workshop will
finish with a celebratory Mini Fireworks display, and each
child will create a Canadian Snowball in a cup to
bring home.
Wednesday, July 17 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Central Library
| Registration is required
®All Hands on Tech! (9-12 yrs.)
Come and play with our Osmos! Test your skills in coding,
math, word games, tangrams and more! Please Note:
Due to high demand, we ask that if you have signed up
for one 'All Hands on Tech', the second program listing is
an identical program. Please sign-up for one only.
Fridays, July 19 and July 26 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
George Ashe Library | Registration is required
Ceo Family Storytime (2-5 yrs.)
Welcome a special guest to today's Family Storytime!
Pickering Public Library's Interim CEO Kathy Williams
will join in the Storytime fun and reading at the Gazebo!
(Weather permitting) Stories, songs, rhymes and activities
for children ages 2-5 to enjoy with their caregivers!
Thursday, Aug 8 | 10:00 AM | Central Library
Children 6
earlyoN: Music & Movement
(Birth-6 yrs.)
Join EarlyOn outside in Esplanade Park for a music &
movement program. Together with children, caregivers
will learn how to incorporate music into everyday play
experiences through songs, nursery rhymes, and creative
movement.
Fridays, July 5 to Aug 23 | 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM |
Central Library
®Financial Literacy: Needs
& Wants (8-12 yrs.)
What's the difference between a want and a need?
Come find out!
Friday, July 5 | 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM | George Ashe Library
Weeding and Taking Care of our
Garden (4-7 yrs.)
Come and check out how our garden is growing and
learn important steps to take care of it!
Monday, July 8 | 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM |
George Ashe Library | Reading Garden
Make with Nature (6-12 yrs.)
Learn about the natural world and how to make
something new with natural, reusable and recycled
materials. Dress for Mess!
Tuesdays, July 9 to Aug 20 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
Central Library
Thursdays, July 11 to Aug 15 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
George Ashe Library
Kids Summer Movie Night!
Come spend an evening at the movies...
at the library! Visit picnet.org for movie details.
Wednesdays, July 10, July 24, Aug 7 and Aug 21 |
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM | Central Library
Baby Storytime with the Mayor!
(0-18 mths.)
Join us for a very special Storytime. Mayor Dave Ryan
will join our Storytime and read with children and their
caregivers. Join us to discover new ways to include
talking, singing and reading into your baby's everyday
play experiences. This is a great chance to play and
socialize together with other caregivers and children!
Wednesday, July 10 | 11:00 AM | Central Library

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Children 7
Play Around the World! (6-12 yrs.)
Join us to learn fun and interactive games from around
the world! Bring a water bottle as we will be outside.
Monday, Aug 12 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Central Library
®Good bugs, bad bugs in our
garden (4-7 yrs.)
Read books about the bugs in our garden and use
a magnifying glass to check out the bugs living in
our plants.
Monday, Aug 12 | 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM | George Ashe
Library | Reading Garden | Registration is required
Summer Reading Club Wrap Party
Celebrate another successful SRC Season Wrap Up
Party with us at the Library! Enjoy some sweet treats
and a show!
Thursday, Aug 22 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Central Library
®Harvesting vegetables (4-7 yrs.)
Come and find out what vegetables can be harvested for
vegetable soup in September and try tasting some!
Monday, Sept 9 | 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM | George Ashe Library
| Reading Garden | Registration is required
Coffee Break & Play Date (0-4 yrs.)
Join us following Storytime in the Storytime nook for
coffee, cookies, and toys galore! This is a great chance
for your kid(s) to socialize with other kid(s) while you
get time to socialize with other adults in a friendly, safe
environment. Everyone is welcome!
Mondays, Sept 16 to Oct 21 | 10:45 AM |
George Ashe Library
Talk Like a Pirate Day Scavenger
Hunt! (5-12 yrs.)
Ahoy Mateys! It's International Talk like a Pirate Day!
Don your best pirate attire and join us for a pirate themed
party. All hands ahoy!
Thursday, Sept 19 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
George Ashe Library
P.A. Day: Letter to a Canadian Armed
Forces Member (5-12 yrs.)
Come to the library to write a special New Years or thank
you letter to an active service member of the Canadian
Armed Forces. Write them now and they will receive them
in time for the new year!
Friday, Oct 11 and Friday, Nov 25 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
George Ashe Library and Central Library
®Planting Tulips for Spring 2020
(4-7 yrs.)
Learn why Canada plants tulip bulbs each year and
help us add them to our garden!
Monday, Oct 21 | 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM | George Ashe
Library | Reading Garden | Registration is required
Costume Dance Party! (2-7 yrs.)
Come one, come all! Dress in your best costume or
simply join the party! Dance, sing and enjoy some
sweet treats.
Saturday, Oct 26 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Central Library
®Pumpkin Spice Night! (9-12 yrs.)
Pumpkin spice and everything nice! Come enjoy some
festive activities and refreshments to celebrate the fall
season. We will carve pumpkins and treat ourselves to fall
flavours. Dress for mess!
Wednesday, Oct 30 | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
George Ashe Library | Registration is required
George Ashe Library
1887 Kingston Road
905.686.4900
Where the
begins.
Sales · Rentals · Lessons · Repairs
In-Store Financing · Print Music

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Teens
®TGIs is our annual summer
reading challenge for teens.
Registration is required and starts June 28.
Visit picnet.org/tgis for details and get reading!
Then, join us on Thursday, Sept 5 at 6:00 PM for the TGIS Elite Draw!
You’ll have a chance to check out the awesome prizes, including a longboard,
VR goggles, gift baskets, and more! Once you’ve seen the merchandise,
you’ll choose which prize drawings to enter your ballots into.
The more you’ve read, the more ballots you’ll have, and the better your
shot at prizes!
Happy Reading!
Are you 13-19?
Scan me
Register for our TGIS Challenge!
picnet.org/tgis
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Register for programs at picnet.org, by phone or in-person.
Thank Goodness It’s Summer (TGIS)
Challenge (13-19)
Sign up for the TGIS Challenge! Read books, win prizes,
come to top-shelf programs, win more prizes, and eat
snacks! Prepare yourself for the best summer.
Registration starts Friday, June 26 online at
picnet.org/tgis
TGIS Launch Party! (13-19)
Stop by for some snacks and sunshine as we launch
summer reading program, Thank Goodness it's
Summer! There may be an ice cream truck - jus'
sayin'...
Wednesday, July 3 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
TGIS Wrap-Up (13-19)
Swing by the Youth Drop In this week for our end of
TGIS celebrations! Pizza, Games, Music, and more...
@teensppl
Thursday, Aug 29 | 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM | Central Library
TGIS Draw
Come by to have a few snacks and decide which prizes
you want to vie for. Submit in person or online.
Thursday, Sept 5 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Central Library
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Teens
Pickering Locations
open regular
mall hours
Pickering town centre
905-839-7727
1099 kingston rd.
905-831-2665
DRIVE THRU

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Youth Drop In
Music, snacks, games, and B&E. Who can resist?
Every Thursday! | Central Library
Library LateNite: Video Games
Just because the doors close doesn't mean we
stop playing.
Friday, July 19 | 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM | Central Library
Summa Trivia!
Trivia night at the library: don't forget to bring your
brain! Topics suggested and chosen by YOU. Snap
us for suggestions: @teensppl
Thursdays, July 11, July 25, Aug 8 and Aug 22 |
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM | Central Library
®Library LateNite: Board Games
Risk! Catan! Uno! Werewolf! Superfight! Exploding
Kittens! They are all here, so why aren't you?
Wednesday, Aug 14 | 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM |
Central Library | Registration is required
®Money Talks
Make your money work for YOU! CPA Canada is
coming to talk about credit, debt, and surviving the
financial hiccups of post-secondary.
Wednesday, Sept 11 | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Central
Library | Registration is required
®Killer Library
Join us for dinner and a murder. Eat the dinner. Solve
the murder. *Characters will be emailed to registrants
2 weeks in advance.
Friday, Oct 25 | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Central Library |
Registration is required
®Lihidebrary
You could hide under a book but it's probably not going
to conceal you very well. Find a better spot.
Sunday, Nov 2 | 7:00 PM - 11:59 PM | Central Library |
Registration is required
All Wrapped Up
Remember the scene in The Office where they play
Yankee swap and everyone is sad? It's like that but
without the sad, the iPod, and Michael Scott.
Thursday, Dec 19 | 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM | Central Library
®Library Lock In
A night of fun for everyone! Spend the night
in the library playing games, eating snacks,
and chilling with friends. *This program
runs from 10 pm on Saturday UNTIL 8 AM
SUNDAY. Permission forms are mandatory
and will be emailed to registrants.
Aug 10 | 10:00 PM Saturday Evening until
8:00 AM Sunday Morning | Central Library |
Registration is required
Teens

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DaCosta’s NoFrills
is Proud To Be
Part of the Community
As We LEARN
And GROW
TOGETHER!
Now Offering A New Line of
Organic Products!
Coming This
Summer
New VR Station
With the power of virtual reality, it
has never been easier to explore
new worlds, create art from a new
perspective, feel the rush of driving
a race car, and so much more!
Visit the Central Library to book a
time in our virtual reality station,
and step into an experience unlike
any other.
Minimum age for VR use is 12.
All users under 18 need to have
a parent or guardian sign our VR
waiver*
The Pickering Library was honoured to have the Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Member of Parliament,
Jennifer O’Connell and Mayor of Pickering, Dave Ryan visit the Maker Space on March 27, 2019.

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®Screenwriting (14+)
Wednesday, July 10 | 6:30-8:30 PM | Central Library |
This workshop will teach you to write a screenplay
for a short film. Learn how to organize your ideas,
type up your screenplay using free software and
export to a completed file.
®Lighting (14+)
Wednesday, July 17 | 6:30-8:30 PM | Central Library |
This workshop will teach you different lighting
techniques to achieve the look and mood you are
going for in your film.
®Filming & Sound (14+)
Wednesday, July 24 | 6:30-8:30 PM | Central Library |
This workshop will teach you different shooting
techniques, as well as sound and audio
considerations.
5-Minute Film Festival (5MFF)
What is 5MFF? Have you ever dreamed of making your own short film?
5MFF is a series of workshops and drop-in sessions that teaches participants
how to create a short 5-minute film from start to finish. This leads up to the
main event...a gala evening where your movie could be screened in front of
an audience. Don't wish to attend the workshops and/or drop-in sessions? No
worries, just submit your movie by the deadline for consideration. See website
for more information.
Workshops &
Drop-Ins:
®Editing & Post-Production (14+)
Wednesday, July 31 | 6:30-8:30 PM | Central Library |
This workshop will teach you how to edit your
film and export out a finished film for submission.
Drop-In #1 (14+)
Wednesday, Aug 7 | 9:30-8:30 pm | Central Library |
Instructors will be on-hand to offer advice and
assistance, and answer any questions you may have.
Drop-In #2 (14+)
Wednesday, Aug 14 | 9:30-8:30 PM | Central Library |
Instructors will be on-hand to offer advice and
assistance, and answer any questions you may have.
®Screening Gala (14+)
Tuesday, Sept 17 | 4:00-8:00 PM | Central Library |
Main red carpet event. Popcorn and paparazzi. Feel
free to wear your Armani and Dior.
For more information regarding festival rules and
guidelines for submissions, please visit www.picnet.
org/5mff for details.
5MFF workshops are registered events. Please visit
picnet.org/5mff to register to secure your spot.

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MAKE IT YOUR SPACE.
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DESIGN | CREATE | BUILD
MAKERSPACE
Make Something
Amazing!
Send a photo of your finished
project socialmediausing the
hashtags #PPLMAKERSPACE and
#MAKEITYOURSPACE.
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NOREGISTRATION
REQUIRED!
Recording Studio and Sound Booth |
Analog to Digital Conversion | Soldering
Station | Carving Machine | 3D Printers |
Sewing Machines | Button Maker | Vinyl
Cutter and Heatpress | Mini Maker’s Zone
| DJ Station | Repair Cafe | Makers Hub |
Digital Music Making
Up to 20 stations including:
Join us at the Library’s Maker Space for a day long event celebrating the
Maker Movement. Share ideas, visit stations, be inspired by mini sessions and
the fantastic technologies available in your community!
Visit picnet.org/makerfest for details, to join us as a vendor or inquire about sponsorship opportunities.
DESIGN | CREATE | BUILD
MAKERSPACE

15. 3D Printing
VR Station
picnet.org/makerfestDESIGN | CREATE | BUILD
MAKERSPACE

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NOVA (New Observers to Visual Astronomy)
is the public introduction to astronomy course that is designed to show
the novice astronomer the wonders of the night sky and how to enjoy
them. NOVA is presented by volunteers from the Royal Astronomical
Society of Canada (RASC), Toronto Centre.
NOVA is a six-week program. We are excited to offer a lineup of expert
presenters who will introduce you to visual observing, the solar system,
stars, deep sky objects, black holes, telescopes, cosmology, and so
much more!
*Must be 13+*
Wednesdays, Oct 2 to Oct 30 | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Central Library
Registration is required. The Registration Link will be published be published in
September 2019. Please check the online calendar at picnet.org.
2SLGBTQ Board Games
Are you a gaymer? Need a space to chat with other 2SLBGTQ folk?
Need a space where you can be you? Drop in to play board games,
hangout, and feel welcome. This is a safe program for our 2SLGBTQ
community, allies welcomed as guests to the space.
Mondays, July 29, Aug 26, Sept 30, Oct 28, Nov 25 | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
| Central Library
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Programs for 20 & 30 Somethings

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Makers & Artisans
Whether you are knitting, crocheting, crafting, printing,
building, or just socializing - you can do it here! Bring
your own projects, share ideas, and get creative. All
skill levels welcome.
Every other Thursday, July 11 to Dec 12 |
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Central Library
Knitting Circle
Knit, crochet, stitch, embroider, or just enjoy the
conversation fire side. All skill levels and other fiber
arts welcome!
Wednesdays, Sept 11 to Dec 18 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
George Ashe Library
Indie Author Day
The third annual Indie Author Day Oct 5, at 1:00 PM
in the Pickering Central Library Auditorium features a
panel of influencers from local Book Clubs, meet local
authors as they highlight the quality in fictions,
non-fiction and children's stories, created within 100
km of Pickering.
Find out who's reading what and why and then,
SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL AUTHORS' MARKET!
A.B. Funkhauser, Barbara Beard, Richard Pyves,
Cryssa Bazos, Kim Michele, Vilma Blenman, Maaja
Wentz, Joe Mahoney, Lucy E.M. Black, Peter Fritze,
Kate Kelly, Angie Littlefield and many more.
Saturday, Oct 5 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Central Library
®CPA Financial Series
CPA Canada's eight 60-min adult sessions target
the diverse financial literacy needs of Canadians, by
aiding individuals to get the information they need
to make smart financial decisions. Whether they are
starting out in their career, raising children or planning
to retire, there is something for everyone.
• Oct 9 - Savings Strategies - Easy Concept,
Difficult RealityEstate PlanningEffective Tax
StrategiesFraud Protection
• Nov 20 - Planning for Your Retirement
• Nov 27 - Survive and Thrive: Move ahead
financially after losing your job
Wednesdays, Oct 9, Oct 16, Oct 23, Nov 13, Nov 20,
Nov 27, 7:00 PM -8:00 PM | George Ashe Library
NaNoWriMo Lock In
Finish your NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing
Month) project with us in the library after hours!
Snacks, good conversations, and positive vibes will
get you through any writer's block you might have.
Saturday, November 16, 2019 | 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM |
Central Library
®Cheers!
Use our vinyl cutter to create custom stemless wine
glasses. Select one of our four designs. Materials
will be provided, clients will create two custom
stemless wine glasses.
Thursday, Dec 12 | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM | Central Library |
Registration is required
Seniors' Social
Join other seniors every Tuesday afternoon for coffee
and conversation. Try your hand at dominoes, cards,
Scrabble, or Sequence.
Tuesdays, July 2 to Dec 17 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
Central Library
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HISTORY.PICKERING.CAMAKE IT YOUR SPACE
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Pickering Local History Collection Digital Archive
View documents, images and newspapers which tell the story of Pickering from its earliest people to
today’s growing City. The collection contains books, photographs, maps, newspapers, family histories,
and much more. Available online at history.pickering.ca.
Local History & Genealogy Services
Access to original materials in the Local History collection and for genealogical reference services
are by appointment only. Appointments can be made by visiting in person, emailing the Library at
localhistory@picnet.org, or by calling 905-831-6265 ext. 6240.
Ancestry.com Library Edition
Access the largest collection of genealogical records including census, vital statistics, and immigration
records for Canada and many other countries. This resource is accessible within the Library, free with
your Library card!
BUY Or SELL WITH US
416-433-7113
SOFIE KEHDI
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
ELIAS KEHDI
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
“I WILL PAY YOUR
MOVING FEES”*
“I WILL PAY YOUR
REAL ESTATE
LEGAL FEES”*
Brokerage
INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED
*Paid Real Estate Legal Fees to a Maximum of $1200 CAN. Paid Moving Fees to a Maximum of $1000 CAN. Applies to Purchase & Sale Transactions
Only. *E/OE - Certain Terms & Conditions Apply. Not Intended to Solicit Buyers or Sellers Currently Under Contract With a Brokerage.

20. After School Drop Inkids 5 - 12 yrs
Monday to Friday September 3, 2019 - June 26, 2020
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
George Ashe Library & Community Centre
Transportation to the program is available if George Ashe LCC is in your child's
school bus boundary.
What can I do there?
Foosball, pickleball, air hockey, billiards, homework help, basketball, active
games, video games, board games, arts & crafts.
How much?
Annual Program Fee: $15.00
plus drop in rate: $5.50 per hour
Register online: pickering.ca/activenet
activity code: 16432
Call or email us to find out more!
905.420.4660 ext 6101 afterschooldropin@pickering.ca
PreTeen Dances for Grades 5 - 8 only
Monthly during the school year at Pickering Rec Complex
Live DJ • Awesome Music • Fun Theme Nights
A great night out with friends!
First dance of the school year
Friday, September 27
Tickets are $12.00 each. Get them online at pickering.ca/estore
Tickets go on sale online the Saturday before each dance.
Complete dance schedule / information / rules & regulations available online.
pickering.ca/preteendance

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Library Home Service is a free pick-up and drop-off service provided to registered Pickering
residents of all ages who cannot visit the Library due to temporary or long term illness or disability.
For eligible clients, staff can select and deliver books, movies or music, and bring them right to
your door once a month!
For more info, contact Valerie Crease at 905.831.6265 (ext. 6248) or valeriec@picnet.org.
Can’t visit the Library?
Library Home Service
picnet.org/libraryhomeservice
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Register for programs at picnet.org, by phone or in-person.
Adding beauty to life
for over a century.
888.733.3356
reedsflorists.com
Worldwide Delivery
Pickering Town Centre
Ajax - 845 Westney Rd. S.
Oshawa Centre

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®Indicates registration required.
Pickering is a full service site that offers multiple programs
and services including:
Pickering is one of 5 Carea locations in Durham Region – Visit our website.
info@careachc.ca www.careachc.ca|
For more information or to register as a client, please contact us at:
905-428-1212 • 1450 Kingston Rd. Unit 17, Pickering
• Medical Service
• Health Promotion and Wellness
• Indigenous Programs
• Children and Youth Services
• Counselling & Mental Health Supports
• Hepatitis C Education and Support
• Harm Reduction Outreach
• Diabetes Education
• Dietitian/Nutrition Services
All programs are free!
Spread the Love.
Get a Libray Card for everyone in the family. The possibilities are limitless!

23. DESIGN | CREATE | BUILD
MAKERSPACE
DESIGN | CREATE | BUILD
MAKERSPACE
PICNET.ORG/MAKERSPACE
RESERVE TIME
ONLINE
NO CHARGE VOICE RECORDING
AND ELECTRONIC
MUSICKITSAVAILABLE$0
www.garojewellers.com • Info@garojewellers.com
1792 Liverpool Rd. • 905-839-6505
We Specialize In
• Fine Gold & Diamond Jewellery and Watches
• FAST, Expert Jewellery Repairs
• Appraisals While You Wait • Customs Designs
Located inside
Loblaws
SEIKO
CITIZEN
BERING &
MORE
Your Local Jeweller
Serving Pickering for
over 20 Years.
Register for programs at picnet.org, by phone or in-person.
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®Indicates registration required.
DESIGN | CREATE | BUILD
MAKERSPACE
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Register for programs at picnet.org, by phone or in-person.
Serving the Community
as your Appliance
Specialist for over 60 years
2212 TAUNTON ROAD, HAMPTON APPLIANCE WAREHOUSE:
905-263-8369 • 1-800-798-5502 www.PaddysMarket.ca
READERS’
CHOICE
AWARD
2018
READERS’
CHOICE
AWARD
2018
READERS’
CHOICE
AWARD
2018

26. This is the latest addition to our digital library. offers free digital movies,
music, ebooks, audiobooks, ecomics for all ages, 24/7 with your library card.
Instantly. No waiting. No holds. Visit picnet.org/digitallibrary to find out more!
Introducing
eComics
Mental Health
www.picnet.org/mentalhealth
The Pickering Public Library is committed to being a workplace that focuses
on mental health. We endeavour to participate in many initiatives that
promote workplace wellness and feel it is important to share our learning and
resources, as we continue to fight mental health stigmas in the workplace.
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27. Improve Library
Experience
Our 2019-2023 Goals
1
Lead Inclusion
& Belonging
3 Empower the
Community’s
Physical,
Social & Mental
Wellbeing
4
Support
Financial
Knowledge
& Success
2
$
The community will have the experience of
feeling safe, respected and valued; Library
services will be easy to use with transparent and
fair policies; the community will be provided
with helpful assistance and support; and, will be
inspired by Library spaces.
The community will have access to programs,
content, and resources free of charge or at
minimal cost; will have access to experts and
programming that will improve their financial
literacy and knowledge; and will have support
for their teleworking and entrepreneurial
activities.
The Library will provide collections and
services that actively celebrate and share our
differences while exploring and sharing
those issues that unite us.
The Library will provide quality collections,
services, and programs which are designed
to help all clients improve and maintain their
physical health, their mental health, and
their social connections.
Our Mission
To Equitably Provide:
Lifelong
Learning,
Early Literacy
& a Culture of
Reading
Access to
Technology
&Welcoming
Spaces
Resources
to Support
Well-being
& Success