Kids SRC 2007 - Wrap up party

At the Central Library:
Thursday, August 28th at 2:00 p.m.

At the Petticoat Creek Branch:
Wednesday, August 27th at 10:00 a.m.

At the Claremont Branch:
Tuesday, August 26th at 6:30 p.m.

Come get your summer "laugh out loud" groove on! Join us for our wrap up party and show us your own comical style. There will be games, short films and a chance to make your own whoopee cushion. Don't miss it! Please plan to attend one party only.

Kids SRC 2007 - Wrap up party

At the Central Library:
Thursday, August 28th at 2:15 p.m.

At the Petticoat Creek Branch:
Tuesday, August 26th at 10:00 a.m. and Wednesday, August 27th at 6:30pm

At the Claremont Branch:
Thursday, August 28th at 10:00 a.m.

Come celebrate your summer of reading by joining us for some end of summer fun! Songs and stories that will make you laugh and giggle. Make and decorate a silly musical instrument too! Please plan to attend one party only.

E-Commerce for Your Business
Program - Small Business Counselling

At the Central Library:
Wednesday, September 17th
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Come out and learn the ins and outs of e-commerce with Candace Carter of Back2Front - The Web Site People!

Sponsored by the Pickering Public Library, the City of Pickering Corporate Promotions and Economic Development Office, and Meridian Credit Union.

Beadwork Class
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At the Central Library:
Wednesday, September 24th
7:00 - 8:30 p.m.

This hands-on workshop presented by Inspired by Beads will introduce you to the fundamentals of beadworking.

Each participant will make and take home their own sweetheart bracelet.

Limit of 25 participants, and registration is required.

To register, visit the main floor Information Desk or call the Central Library at 905-831-6265 ex 6243 or 1-888-831-6266.

Who's your Grandpa?
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At the Central Library:
Thursday, October 9th 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
OR
Wednesday, October 29th 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Do you ever wonder who's in your family tree? This 2-hour session will give you the information and strategies you need to start your search. Learn how to use pedigree charts and family group sheets, the 5-step research cycle, library and archive sources, and more.

Members from the Durham Region Branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society will helpyou start your journey.

To register, visit the main floor Information Desk or call the Central Library at 905-831-6265 ex 6243 or 1-888-831-6266.

Basics of RST
Business Seminar - Revenue & your Business

At the Central Library
Wednesday, October 15th
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Does your business deal with retail sales tax? Come learn about what RST means to your business straight from an Ontario Ministry of Finance representative. 

Sponsored by the Pickering Public Library, the City of Pickering Corporate Promotions and Economic Development Office, and Meridian Credit Union

Supporting & Motivating your Teen
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At the Central Library:
Wednesday, November 12th
7:00 - 8:30 p.m.

This lighthearted and instructive show is
intended for parents or guardians and their children in grades 7 to 12, and features
practical and effective methods to use in the home to offer support and provide motivation for teenagers.

Meet our guest, Mr. Tim Westhead, retired head of English, Toronto DSB, as you enjoy an evening out with your teenager!

Donations of non-perishable food items for the local food bank would beappreciated.

To register, visit the main floor Information Desk or call the Central Library at 905-831-6265 ex 6243 or 1-888-831-6266.

Green Business Solutions
Business Seminar - Online Promotion

At the Central Library
Wednesday, November 19th,
6:00 - 8:30 p.m.

This gala event will include a catered dinner and a keynote address on how to incorporate green business solutions into your day-to-day practices.
Presented by Jean-Jerome Baudry, Baudry Cybernomics Corporation.

Registration is required.

Sponsored by the Pickering Public Library, the City of Pickering Corporate Promotions and Economic Development Office, and Meridian Credit Union.

Summer Funtastic Family Storytime

At the Central Library:
Thursdays at 2:00 p.m.
July 10th - August 21st

At the Petticoat Creek Branch:
Tuesdays at 10:15a.m. and Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.

At the Claremont Branch:
Thursdays at 10:00 a.m.

Join us for a fun-filled, silly giggly time! We will be reading stories, singing songs, doing rhymes and making something special to take home.

Babytalk (birth to 18 months)
Dad and Baby

At the Central Library:
Thursdays at 11:00 a.m.
July 10th - August 21st

At the Petticoat Creek Branch:
Mondays at 11:00 a.m.
July 7th - August 18th

Join us for songs, books, bounces, and giggles galore. Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their babies and share in this special time.

Computer Training
Program - Computer Training

Group computer classes for adults will be provided at the Central Library in the Fall.

Please check back in September for registration times.