Suitable for adults and seniors.
Hosted at Main Branch.
Advanced registration required.

Learn how to promote brain health and how lifestyle changes can impact your risk of developing dementia. This presentation will include practical ideas on how to adopt brain-healthy habits.

Presented in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Society of Durham Region.

Appropriate for adults.
Hosted at Main Branch.
Advanced registration required.

Learn about how parents can create a safe environment for teens to open up and talk about feelings. Effective communication can help resolve problems, build a closer relationship, and promote personal growth.

Presented by Anne Kwamie, retired Ontario Nurse Practitioner from Sima Health Consultancy.

Intended for high school students.
Hosted at Main Branch.
Advanced registration required.

Youth will develop their communication and leadership skills through practical experience, learning valuable skills such as evaluating your own speaking ability, preparing and giving speeches, and giving constructive feedback.

Please note that participants must attend all 8 weeks of this program.

Great for children and families!
Hosted at Main Branch.
Drop-in.

Craft: 10–10:30 a.m.
Movie: 10:30 a.m.– 12:30 p.m.

Autobots assemble! Come out for a craft and the Transformers One movie! Rated PG

Suitable for all ages.
Hosted at the Makerspace @ McLean Branch.
Drop-in.

Come into the Makerspace to see how our equipment can help you with your accessibility needs. From 3D printed grip aids to bottle openers, see how our resources can help you.

Presented in partnership with Makers Making Change.

Intended for children in grades 3–12.
Hosted at Audley Branch.
Drop-in.

Not sure where to start with your genius science project? Learn how to turn your questions, experiments, or research into an award-winning project you can enter into this year’s Science Fair!

Registration opens for the Ajax/Pickering Science Fair on January 6.

Intended for children in grades 3–12.
Hosted at Main Branch.
Drop-in.

Not sure where to start with your genius science project? Learn how to turn your questions, experiments, or research into an award-winning project you can enter into this year’s Science Fair!

Registration opens for the Ajax/Pickering Science Fair on January 6.

Suitable for children and families.
Hosted at Audley Branch.
Drop-in.

Cook up some fun pasta-themed stories, crafts, and science experiments on National Spaghetti Day!

Suitable for children and families.
Hosted at McLean Branch.
Drop-in.

Come to the library to help us use up all the recycling and leftover supplies before we start 2025! We're going to build some amazing things! Bring all your leftover boxes, wrapping paper rolls, and any other recycling you have to add to our pile.

Intended for adults.
Hosted on Zoom.
Advanced registration required.

Although you may sometimes feel out of your depth when it comes to technology, as a parent you have an important role to play in helping your kids safely navigate the online spaces and activities they enjoy. This workshop will offer tips and strategies for everything from managing screen time, to cyberbullying and online drama, to setting household rules about media use. Presented in partnership with MediaSmarts.