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FEBRUARY 2010 |
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DATE |
EVENT
& DESCRIPTION |
LOCATION |
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Tuesday, February 9
6:30 pm to 8:30 pm |
Open House -
Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters
Pickering Power Toastmasters is a non-profit
organization that helps people develop their
communication and leadership skills. They are
holding an open house on Tuesday, February 9, 2010
at Dunbarton High School.
Clint Cora, former Karate World Champion who helps
people to achieve success and overcome life
challenges will be delivering a one hour keynote.
For more information, visit
http://pickering.freetoasthost.net/ |
Dunbarton High School
655 Sheppard Ave (just off Whites Road, north of Hwy
401) |
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Wednesday, February 10
7:00 pm |
Beating the Winter
Blues
Snow and darkness got you down? The Canadian Mental
Health Association will provide tips on how to deal
with winter sadness, and provide advice on how to
perk you up! Registration is required.
Library Program, contact 905.831.6265 ext. 6243 |
Central Library |
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Thursday, February 11
4:00 pm |
Civic Award
Nominations Deadline
Deadline to submit nomination forms for Civic
Awards.
Media Release
City Event, contact 905.683.7575 |
Civic Complex |
Thursday, February 11
to
Sunday, February 14
various game times |
Hockey Tournament
Annual Girls Hockey Tournament
Community Event, contact Durham West Girls Hockey
Association at 905.686.2400 or visit
www.dwgha.com |
Don Beer Arena &
Pickering Recreation Complex Arena |
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Friday, February 12
10:00 am |
Winter Olympics (all
ages)
Celebrate the start of the 2010 Winter Olympics with
Olympic themed activities for the whole family.
There will be a Storytime for preschoolers, a
scavenger hunt and Olympics trivia for school aged
children, and crafty fun for the whole family. Make
sure to also drop in to the Library’s Open Gaming
Night from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for Olympic video
game fun.
Library Program, contact 905.831.6265 ext. 6226 |
Central Library |
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Friday, February 12
10:00 am |
Winter Olympics (all
ages)
Celebrate the start of the 2010 Winter Olympics with
Olympic themed activities for the whole family.
There will be a Storytime for preschoolers, a
scavenger hunt and Olympics trivia for school aged
children, and crafty fun for the whole family. Make
sure to also drop in to the Library’s Open Gaming
Night from 5:00 pm to 8:30 pm for Olympic video game
fun.
Library Program, contact 905.420.2254 |
Petticoat Creek Branch |
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Saturday, February 13
7:00 pm |
Second Chance Animal
Sanctuary's Valentine Fundraiser
Come and enjoy an evening full of good food,
live entertainment by band 3 Sheets 2 the Wind, lots
of door prizes and give-aways, raffles, a silent
auction and a reasonably priced cash bar. All
proceeds from the event go directly to the care of
the animals in the shelter.
7:00 pm cocktails, 8:00 pm buffet dinner, 9:00 pm
live entertainment
$35 per person, includes buffet dinner
For information, contact 416.495.0638 or
905.-649.8282 |
St. Andrew's Community
Centre,
46 Exeter Road, Ajax |
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Saturday, February 13
7:30 pm |
Valentine's Dance
South Pickering Seniors host this Valentine Dance
for adults 55+
Tickets must be purchased in advance.
City Partnership, contact Kim Bradley at
905.420.6588 or visit
www.spsc753.com |
East Shore Community
Centre |
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Sunday, February 14
1:30 pm to 4:00 pm
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St. Mary Catholic Secondary School Art Show Reception
Grade 12 art and photography students are given the
opportunity to showcase their work in this annual
Art Show. The works consist of paintings,
photography, drawings, sculpture, and media art
pieces. Please join us at the opening reception for
“FRESH” as we celebrate the culmination of inspired
work by the young artists.
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Partnership event, contact Marisa Carpino at
905.420.4660 ext. 3223 |
Civic Complex:
lobby & Council Chambers |
Monday, February 15
to
Friday, March 5
8:30 am to 4:30 pm
|
St. Mary Catholic Secondary School Art Show
Grade 12 art and photography students are given the
opportunity to showcase their work in this annual
Art Show. The works consist of paintings,
photography, drawings, sculpture, and media art
pieces.
Partnership event, contact Marisa Carpino at
905.420.4660 ext. 3223 |
Civic Complex:
lobby |
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Monday, February 15
10:00 am to 5:00 pm
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Family Day
Family friendly activities for the whole family.
Purchase your family passport to access family
activities including art, crafts, skating, swimming,
yoga, squash, tennis and family fit games. All
activities require adult/child supervision.
Event Poster
Admission is $10 per family/passport. Sales
and activity sign up begins January 25. Family
consists of 2 adults and their immediate children.
City Event, contact Sharon Milton at 905.683.6582
ext. 3249 |
Pickering Recreation
Complex |
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Tuesday, February 16
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
Digital Photo Editing
101
Learn basic digital photo editing using Adobe
Photoshop. Remove red eye, crop pictures and more to
improve the quality of your photographs.
Please register by phone or in person starting
Monday, January 11th at 9:30 am
Library Program, contact 905.831.6265 ext. 6243 |
Central Library |
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Wednesday, February 17
7:00 pm |
Career Change
Exploration
The Durham Unemployed Help Centre is here to provide
information on how to make that leap to a new
career. Whether you are unemployed or just want a
fresh start, this is the session for you.
Registration is required.
Library Program, contact 905.831.6265 ext. 6243 |
Central Library |
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Thursday, February 18
7:00 pm |
Detox and Rocket Fuel
Could you eat healthier? Learn to create balanced
meals and to get rid of those toxins that are
slowing you down. Registration is required.
Library Program, contact 905.420.2254 |
Petticoat Creek Library |
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Friday, February 19
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
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LOSSA Swim Meet
Annual high school swim meet. Hosted by Durham
Board of Education
Community Event, contact Karen Coleman at
905.683.6582 ext. 3224 |
Pickering Recreation
Complex |
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Saturday, February 20
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
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Heritage Day
Celebration
Community cultural organizations perform at Food
Court to celebrate Heritage Day. Welcoming
ceremonies with dignitaries will take place at 1:30
pm.
City Event, contact Marisa Carpino at 905.420.4620
ext. 3223 |
Pickering Town Centre
(Food Court) |
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Saturday, February 20
10:00 am to 5:00 pm
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Petapolooza
The Petapolooza Tradeshow brings together pet
enthusiasts for a chance to meet industry
professionals, rescue groups, and others in the pet
industry.
Proceeds from the tradeshow will go towards the
development of a permanent animal sheltering
facility here in Pickering.
Visit the
Pickering Animal Services website for details
about vendor space and sponsorship opportunities.
City Event, contact Lindsey Brenner at 905.420.4660
ext. 2065 |
Pickering Recreation
Complex: East Salon & West Salon |
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Sunday, February 21 |
South Asian Artists
Meet & Greet
Bringing aspiring South Asian artists around the
Greater Toronto Area together to promote their
artistic abilities in our society. We are looking at
artist specializing in visual art: painting,
sculpting, drawing, pottery, glass painting,
ceramics, fabric art, weaving art and much more.
Come join us and meet other artists just like
yourself.
Contact Iffat Zehra at 905.839.3636 |
McLean Community Center,
95 Magill Drive, Ajax |
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Friday, February 26
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
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Pre-Teen Dance
Pre-teen DJ dance. Grades 5-8 only. Tickets
must be purchased in advance. Tickets on sale
Monday, February 22. Cost is $7.25 per
person/ticket.
City Event, contact Jesse St. Amant at 905.420.4620
ext. 2096 |
Pickering Recreation
Complex |
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MARCH 2010 |
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DATE |
EVENT
& DESCRIPTION |
LOCATION |
Tuesday, March 2
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
Vector Graphics and
Illustration
Learn the basics of vector graphics and illustration
using Adobe Illustrator. Create line based shapes
and objects, add colours and gradients, and more.
Please register by phone or in person starting
Monday, February 8th at 9:30 am.
Library Program for Adults, contact 905.831.6265
ext. 6243 |
Central Library |
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Saturday, March 6
9:45 am - 3:00 pm |
2nd Annual
Environmental Leadership Forum
Environmental Stewardship Pickering (ESP) hosts
their Annual Forum to offer residents/community
groups presently engaged in (or want to become
involved in) stewardship activities - the
opportunity to develop their skills. A suite of
seminars will be provided for participants and they
may choose to attend the ones that interest them.
Community groups may set up displays. Admission is
free although registration is required.
Keynote Presentation by The Natural Step
www.thenaturalstep.org
Event Notice [PDF] Registration will begin
in February.
City Partnership, contact Michelle Pongracz at
905.420.4660 ext. 2043 |
Pickering Civic Complex,
One The Esplanade |
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Saturday, March 13
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm |
Free Teen Dodge Ball
Tournament
Free event for Pickering Teens ages 13 – 19. A
great way for local youth to get out, be active,
have fun and meet new people.
City Event, contact Heather Butler at 905.420.4660
ext. 6100 |
East Shore Community
Centre |
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March 15-19 |
March Break |
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Monday, March 15
5:00 pm - 8:30 pm |
Super Smash Bros
Brawl Tournament
Mario Vs Bowser, Pikachu Vs Some other Pokemon, Link
Vs. SNAAAAAAAKE!
Free Library Program for Teens, contact 905.420.2254 |
Petticoat Creek Branch
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Monday, March 15
10:00 am |
Puppet Show Fun
(2 to 5 years)
Explore the world of mother goose and the Brothers
Grimm with fairytale puppet shows. Then make your
very own puppet so you can get creative at home.
Registration begins Monday, March 1 at 9:30 am
Free Library Program for Children, contact
905.831.6265 ext. 6226 |
Central Library
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Monday, March 15
2:00 pm |
Craft an Egg @ your
library (9 to 12 years)
Dedicated crafters are invited to sign up to make a
beautiful fabric Easter egg to celebrate Easter.
Supplies will be provided. Registration is required.
Registration begins on Monday, March 1 at 9:30 am
Free Library Program for Children, contact
905.831.6265 ext. 6226 |
Central Library |
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Monday, March 15
2:00 pm |
Move ‘n Groove (6
to 8 years)
Show us your moves and join us for some music and
dancing fun. Groove to the beat of different
instruments and make your own musical instrument to
take home. Registration is required.
Registration begins on Monday, March 1 at 9:30 am
Free Library Program for Children, contact
905.420.2254 |
Petticoat Creek Branch |
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Tuesday, March 16
10:00 am |
Hop into Spring
(2 to 5 years)
Let's Hop Into Spring with rhymes, songs, stories
and get creative by making a special bunny craft to
take home.
Registration begins on Monday, March 1 at 9:30 am
Free Library Program for Children, contact
905.420.2254 |
Petticoat Creek Branch |
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Tuesday, March 16
10:00 am |
Let's Create Gizmos &
Gadgets (6 to 8 years)
Join us as we create some science contraptions,
while exploring the amazing action-packed world of
motion. Create your own awesome gadget to take home.
Registration is required.
Registration begins on Monday, March 1 at 9:30 am
Free Library Program for Children, contact
905.420.2254 |
Petticoat Creek Branch |
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Tuesday, March 16
2:00 pm |
Craft an Egg @ your
library (9 to 12 years)
Dedicated crafters are invited to sign up to make a
beautiful fabric Easter egg to celebrate Easter.
Supplies will be provided. Registration is required.
Registration begins on Monday, March 1 at 9:30 am
Free Library Program for Children, contact
905.420.2254 |
Petticoat Creek Branch |
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Tuesday, March 16
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm |
OPG FREE Family Swim
Bring the family for a FREE Swim sponsored by
Ontario Power Generation!
City Partnership, contact 905.683.6582 |
Pickering Recreation
Complex |
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Wednesday, March 17
10:00 am |
Puppet Show Fun
(2 to 5 years)
Explore the world of mother goose and the Brothers
Grimm with fairytale puppet shows. Then make your
very own puppet so you can get creative at home.
Registration begins Monday, March 1 at 9:30 am
Free Library Program for Children, contact
905.420.2254 |
Petticoat Creek Branch |
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Wednesday, March 17
10:00 am |
Kitchen Crafts (6
to 8 years)
Discover crafts that you can make from items in your
kitchen cupboard. Make a gift for you and a gift to
give. Be prepared to get your hands messy.
Registration is required.
Registration begins on Monday, March 1st, 9:30 am.
Free Library Program for Children at 905.831.6265
ext. 6226 |
Central Library |
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March 17
10:00 am – 2:00 pm |
Settler Trail
Come trek the trail at Pickering Museum Village with
hands-on activities for the whole family during
march Break. Special trail for those who bring their
own compass. [Admission Fee]
City Partnership, contact Mandy Smiles at
905.683.8401 |
Pickering Museum Village
location |
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Wednesday, March 17
2:00 pm |
Move ‘n Groove (6
to 8 years)
Show us your moves and join us for some music and
dancing fun. Groove to the beat of different
instruments and make your own musical instrument to
take home. Registration is required.
Registration begins on Monday, March 1st, 9:30 am.
Free Library Program for Children, contact
905.831.6265 ext. 6226 |
Central Library |
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Wednesday, March 17
6:30 pm |
Make Media Headlines
Can’t figure out how to get your business in the
newspaper? Would you like to make headlines on
e-news? Come to this session by Thomas Moss,
Creative Director, Thomas Moss Associates.
Registration required.
Free Library Program for Adults, contact
905.831.6265 ext. 6243 |
Central Library |
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Thursday, March 18
10:00 am |
Puppet Show Fun
(2 to 5 years)
Explore the world of mother goose and the Brothers
Grimm with fairytale puppet shows. Then make your
very own puppet so you can get creative at home.
Registration begins Monday, March 1 at 9:30 am
Free Library Program for Children, contact
905.649.3341 |
Claremont Branch |
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Thursday, March 18
10:00 am |
Kitchen Crafts (6
to 8 years)
Discover crafts that you can make from items in your
kitchen cupboard. Make a gift for you and a gift to
give. Be prepared to get your hands messy.
Registration is required.
Registration begins on Monday, March 1st, 9:30 am.
Free Library Program for Children at 905.420.2254 |
Petticoat Creek Branch |
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Thursday, March 18
2:00 pm |
Hop into Spring
(2 to 5 years)
Let's Hop Into Spring with rhymes, songs, stories
and get creative by making a special bunny craft to
take home.
Registration begins on Monday, March 1 at 9:30 am
Free Library Program for Children, contact
905.831.6265 ext. 6226 |
Central Library |
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Thursday, March 18
2:00 pm |
Let's Create Gizmos &
Gadgets (6 to 8 years)
Join us as we create some science contraptions,
while exploring the amazing action-packed world of
motion. Create your own awesome gadget to take home.
Registration is required.
Registration begins on Monday, March 1 at 9:30 am
Free Library Program for Children, contact
905.831.6265 ext. 6226 |
Central Library |
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Sunday, March 21
8:00 am – 12:30 pm |
Special Olympic Swim
Meet
One-day swim qualifying event for Special Olympians.
Hosted by the Canadian Progress Club, Durham Region
Women.
City Partnership, contact Mary Sawyer at
416.412.5681 |
Pickering Recreation
Complex |
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Tuesday, March 23
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm |
Vector Graphics and
Illustration
Learn the basics of vector graphics and illustration
using Adobe Illustrator. Create line based shapes
and objects, add colours and gradients, and more.
Registration begins Monday, February 8 at 9:30 am
Free Library Program for Adults, contact
905.831.6265 ext. 6243 |
Central Library |
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Tuesday, March 23
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm |
Your Money! Seminar
for Parents and Teens
Finance is about deciding what you want to do and
planning how to do it.
Free Library Program for Teens, contact 905.831.6265
ext. 6243 |
Central Library |
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Wednesday, March 24
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Race Relations Forum
This annual Forum is hosted by the Pickering
Advisory Committee on Race Relations & Equity to
commemorate March 21st, the International Day for
the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.
The event showcases the students with winning
entries from the “In Your Words and Expressions
Contest”.
Contact Marisa Carpino at 905.420.4620 ext. 3223 |
Civic Complex Lobby |
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Thursday, March 25
7:00 pm |
Introduction to
Scrapbooking
Ever had the desire to learn to scrapbook but lacked
the time and tools? Come and take some time for
yourself and get crafty. Materials provided.
Space is limited. Registration is required.
Free Library Program for Adults, contact
905.420.2254 |
Petticoat Creek Branch |
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Friday, March 26
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
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Pre-Teen Dance
Pre-teen DJ dance. Grades 5-8 only. Tickets
must be purchased in advance. Tickets on sale
Monday, March 22. Cost is $7.25 per
person/ticket.
City Event, contact Jesse St. Amant at 905.420.4620
ext. 2096 |
Pickering Recreation
Complex |
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Saturday, March 27
8:00 am – 4:00 pm |
Girls Day Out
Girls Incorporated of Durham’s annual “Girls Day
Out!” play day fundraiser is a great way to spend a
day. This is a day for women to gather and try out
new activities or join in on some old favourites.
From chocolate making or martini mixing to belly
dancing or karate. Women ages 19 and up will enjoy
themselves while benefiting Girls Inc. at the same
time. Of the approximately 34 classes offered,
guests will have the chance to participate in four
of their top choice classes, along with an amazing
lunch, silent auction, and much more. All the
proceeds raised from this event go directly to
support Girls Inc. programming which gives girls the
tools they need to succeed. Admission: $100
Registration packages are available online at
www.girlsinc-durham.org
Contact Yvette Nechvatal-Drew, Executive Director at
905.428.8111 ext. 24 or
yndrew@durham.girls-inc.org |
Trafalgar Castle School
- Whitby |
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Saturday, March 27
9:30 am – 6:00 pm |
5th Annual
Sustainable Pickering Day
Join us for the 5th Annual Sustainable Pickering Day
and prepare for Earth Hour that night. Residents
will visit fun and informative displays about energy
conservation and are asked to “Take the Challenge”
for a chance to win great prizes.
City Partnership, contact Chantal Whitaker at
905.420.4660 ext. 2170 |
Pickering Town Centre |
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Saturday, March 27
8:30 pm – 9:30 pm |
Earth Hour
Attention: Pickering Residents. You are asked to see
the world in a whole new light by taking part in
Earth Hour and register your participation in “My
Challenge” at
www.sustainablepickering.com .
City Partnership, contact Chantal Whitaker at
905.420.4660 ext. 2170 |
Throughout the City |
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Sunday, March 28
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm |
Seniors Big Band
Featuring George Lake Big Band for the listening and
dancing pleasure of local adults 55+. Light
refreshments will be served.
$5 per person
City Event, contact Kim Bradley at 905.420.4660 ext.
2078 |
Pickering Recreation
Complex |
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Tuesday, March 30
7:00 pm |
Ward 1 - Town Hall
Meeting
Mayor Dave Ryan invites Ward 1 residents to attend
this public forum. Discuss concerns or suggestions
you may have in regard to some of the opportunities
and challenges facing Ward 1 and our community.
City Event, contact Joanne Hanna at 905.420.4660
ext. 2198 |
Pickering Civic Complex,
Council Chambers |
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Wednesday, March 31
7:00 pm |
Who’s your Granny?
Genealogy for Novices
Birth, death, and marriage records are just some of
the vital statistics you will learn how to navigate
in this program.
Registration is required.
Free Library Program for Adults, contact
905.831.6265 ext. 6243 |
Central Library |
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APRIL 2010 |
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DATE |
EVENT
& DESCRIPTION |
LOCATION |
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TBD |
20 Minute Makeover |
Throughout the City of
Pickering |
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Saturday, April 17
5:45 pm |
Hearts of Durham 2010
Bees Knees Benefit
In support of
Feed the Need in Durham.
Put on your glad rags and join us in a Roaring 20’s
night of jazz, flappers, dirty gin martinis!!
Sponsorship opportunities available.
Tickets on sale February 2010 –
tickets@heartsofdurham.com
For more information, visit
www.heartsofdurham.com |
Deer Creek Golf &
Banquet Facility, Ajax
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Sunday, April 18
9:00 am to 2:00 pm |
Ajax-Pickering MS
Walk
A fundraising event for the MS Society of
Canada. For details, visit
www.mswalks.ca or contact
ian.humphreys@mssociety.ca, or call 416.922.6600
ext. 2228 |
Pine Ridge Secondary
School |
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Friday, April 23
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
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Pre-Teen Dance
Pre-teen DJ dance. Grades 5-8 only. Tickets
must be purchased in advance. Tickets on sale
Monday, April 19. Cost is $7.25 per
person/ticket.
City Event, contact Jesse St. Amant at 905.420.4620
ext. 2096 |
Pickering Recreation
Complex |
Saturday, April 24th
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm |
Kids Recycled Art
Contest
Do you enjoy arts and crafts? Do you like making
things out of stuff you can find around your house?
If so, sign up for the Library’s Recycled Art
Contest.
The contest is open to children JK - Grade 6. Prizes
will be awarded for the entries that best meet the
judges’ criteria. Entries are due on April 23rd. For
full contest details visit your local Pickering
Public Library Branch or go online at
www.picnet.org/kids . |
Pickering Central Library |
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MAY 2010 |
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DATE |
EVENT
& DESCRIPTION |
LOCATION |
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May 29
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
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Artfest on the
Esplanade
View
website for details |
Esplanade Park |
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Friday, May 28
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
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Pre-Teen Dance
Pre-teen DJ dance. Grades 5-8 only. Tickets
must be purchased in advance. Tickets on sale
Tuesday, May 25. Cost is $7.25 per
person/ticket.
City Event, contact Jesse St. Amant at 905.420.4620
ext. 2096 |
Pickering Recreation
Complex |
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May 30
12:00 pm to 4:30 pm
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Steam Up |
Pickering Museum Village
location |
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JUNE 2010 |
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DATE |
EVENT
& DESCRIPTION |
LOCATION |
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June 4, 5, & 6 |
Ribfest |
Esplanade Park |
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Friday, June 11
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
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Pre-Teen Dance
Pre-teen DJ dance. Grades 5-8 only. Tickets
must be purchased in advance. Tickets on sale
Monday, June 7. Cost is $7.25 per
person/ticket.
City Event, contact Jesse St. Amant at 905.420.4620
ext. 2096 |
Pickering Recreation
Complex |
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Sunday, June 13
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm |
Seniors Month Big
Band &
Senior of the Year Award Presentation
Nomination Details |
Pickering Recreation
Complex |
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Monday, June 28
7:00 pm |
Ward 2 - Town Hall
Meeting
Mayor Dave Ryan invites Ward 2 residents to attend
this public forum. Discuss concerns or suggestions
you may have in regard to some of the opportunities
and challenges facing Ward 2 and our community.
City Event, contact Joanne Hanna at 905.420.4660
ext. 2198 |
Pickering Civic Complex,
Council Chambers |
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JULY 2010 |
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DATE |
EVENT
& DESCRIPTION |
LOCATION |
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July 1
12 pm to 11:00 pm
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Canada Day
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Kinsmen Park |
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SEPTEMBER 2010 |
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DATE |
EVENT
& DESCRIPTION |
LOCATION |
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Monday, September 27
7:00 pm |
Ward 3 - Town Hall
Meeting
Mayor Dave Ryan invites Ward 3 residents to attend
this public forum. Discuss concerns or suggestions
you may have in regard to some of the opportunities
and challenges facing Ward 3 and our community.
City Event, contact Joanne Hanna at 905.420.4660
ext. 2198 |
Pickering Civic Complex,
Council Chambers |
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