Great for children and families!
Hosted at Main Branch.
Drop-in, space is limited.

Meet an amazing assortment of scaly and fantastic creatures from Reptilia at this presentation that will wow, entertain, and educate all at the same time!

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

Craft: 10:00–10:30
Movie: 10:30–12:30

October 11: If
A young girl who goes through a difficult experience begins to see everyone's imaginary friends who have been left behind as their real-life friends have grown up. Rated PG

November 1: The Lego Movie

Intended for children in grades 5-8.
Hosted at Main Branch.
Advanced registration required. Registration is for all three weeks.

This initiative is designed to spark interest in STEM among young Black girls through hands-on activities and mentorship from Black female STEM students. The club seeks to break down barriers and stereotypes, fostering confidence, a sense of belonging, and the aspiration to pursue STEM careers. Presented in partnership with the Congress of Black Women of Canada Ajax/Pickering Chapter.

Great for families!
Hosted at Main Branch.
Advanced registration required.

Discover coding as a family with fun challenges offered via Scratch, a free online resource for coders of all experience levels. We focus on beginners, but all skill levels are welcome. If you think you may want to save your Scratch projects, please create an account at https://scratch.mit.edu before the event and make sure you are signed in when you join us.

Intended for ages 0–4.
Hosted at Audley Branch.
Drop-in.

Hear local author Linda Hutsell-Manning read "Finding Moufette," a picture book that tells the story of a headstrong cat lost in a Christmas Eve snowstorm. Then stay to play, craft, and have some indoor winter fun! Copies of the book will be for sale at the reading.

Intended for ages 0–4.
Hosted at Audley Branch.
Drop-in.

Drop by for a Storytime and to get your next reading log!

Fantastic for all ages!
Hosted at Main Branch.
Drop-in.

Follow the Town of Ajax annual evening parade from 6–7:30 p.m., then afterwards visit Main Branch for a children’s craft and hot chocolate, hosted by the Library’s Teen Advisory Committee. Main Branch will be open until 9 p.m. – come and enjoy the festivities!

Appropriate for all ages.
Hosted at the St. Francis Centre for Community, Arts and Culture.
Advanced registration required.

Appropriate for adults and teens.
Hosted on Zoom.
Advanced registration required.

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

Celebrate Islamic Heritage Month by learning about the contributions of Muslims to the arts and sciences. Plus, enjoy reading, colouring, crafts, and henna!

Presented in partnership with Muslim Women of Durham Region.