What's on at the Pickering Public Library for May-June 2013. 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 professionals who are committed to making a difference in the community.

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May & June 2013

2. 2 CALL OR VISIT YOUR LOCAL BRANCH FOR MORE DETAILS.
Free Downloadable Music
@ Your Library!
Freegal Music is a downloadable music service offering access to millions of
songs in all musical genres from 17,000 + labels including the Sony Music
collection. Download three songs per week to any computer or mobile device.
There is no software to download and you keep the songs you download - no
need to return them, ever! All the songs are available to every member with
a valid library card at the same time – no need to place holds! Download on
the go with the free mobile apps for Apple and Android devices.
For more information, check out Freegal Music on the Library’s website (www.picnet.org/music) or
contact the Library at 905-831-6265 and start adding to your music collection today!
What’s New?
A Place for All
The Pickering Central Library is outgrowing its space and needs to expand to
better serve the community!
We are excited about the opportunity to realize our vision of being The Heart
of an Engaged and Creative Community. We want to be leaders in accessible,
innovative information technology. We want to be a destination, a fun place to visit staffed
by a diverse group of professionals who are committed to making a difference in our great city.
We want to be a place for all.
Stay tuned to the Library’s website and Facebook page for information on how you can help to make
this vision a reality.
The Central Library is Your Library and the Community’s Library. Help us to make it an
INSPIRING place for all!

3. For Children
Contes en famille bilingue/ Bilingual Family Storytime
(3 à 7 ans / 3 to 7 years)
Vos enfants sont-ils ou vont-ils aller à une école d’immersion ou une école francophone?
Venez nous joindre à écouter des histoires, jouer des jeux et s’amuser en français.
Are your children attending or planning to attend French language or French immersion schools?
Listen to stories, play games and have fun in French.
Registration required / Inscription nécessaire Tel./tél.: 905-831-6265
This program is offered in Partnership with l’É.É.C Notre-Dame-de-la-Jeunesse.
Ce programme est offert en partenariat avec l’É.É.C Notre-Dame-de-la-Jeunesse.
Lego Building Club (6+ years)
Use your imagination and building skills with other kids. Lego is
provided. Parents of children 6 to 9 years are asked to stay in
the room.
At the Central Library:
Saturday, May 11th, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
May the 4th Be With You
(5-12 years)
Do you feel the force flowing through you?
Are you going to DO — not TRY?
Want to learn the ways of the Jedi but not travel all
the way to Dagobah? Come out for Star Wars themed
games and crafts.
Registration is required.
At the Central Library:
Saturday, May 4th, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
At Petticoat Creek Branch:
Saturday, May 11th from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Succursale Petticoat Creek:
Samedi le 11 mai de 15 h 00 à 16 h 00
At the Central Library:
Saturday, June 8th from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Bibliothèque centrale Pickering:
Samedi le 8 juin de 15 h 00 à 16 h 00
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4. 4 CALL OR VISIT YOUR LOCAL BRANCH FOR MORE DETAILS.
TD Summer Reading Club (Birth to 12 years)
TD Summer Reading Club Kick Off
This year’s travel theme encourages children to journey to places near and far, from
the backyard to other countries, by whatever means they can imagine. Go! Travel to
far away places with the Library! Join us outside behind the library to
celebrate the start of our TD Summer Reading Club!
Families will travel to different activity stations and discover fun
facts about other countries through games, crafts, and stories.
Children can also get their faces painted and register for the reading
club. Visit every station and receive a prize! In the case of inclement
weather we will be inside the library.
Looking for something fun to do this summer? Look no further! The
annual TD Summer Reading Club is back at the Pickering Public
Library. It’s fun! It’s free! It encourages children of all ages to read
and continue developing literacy skills throughout the summer.
Every child will receive a free activity book, passport, reporting booklet
and Durham Public Transit Ride to Read bus pass. When they complete
their weekly goal, children will come in to the library to update their
reporting booklet. They will earn special stickers with secret codes
on them each week and get entered in a weekly prize draw. The code
unlocks fun new activities on the TD Summer Reading Club website.
Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their parents do five early literacy
activities found in their booklet each week. Older children set a weekly
reading goal for how much time they will spend reading each week
and draw or write about what they read.
What counts as reading? Children can read independently, read to
someone else or have someone read to them. Books, magazines,
comics, newspapers and audio books are acceptable. The important
thing is for your child to meet their weekly reading goal.
Registration starts Saturday, June 22nd.
At the Central Library:
Wednesday, July 3rd
from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
At the Petticoat Creek Branch:
Wednesday, July 3rd
from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
For Children
Check out the next edition of the What’s On for a complete list of
summer programs, including puppet shows, crafts, games and animal
visits for pre-schoolers and school-age children.

5. For Teens
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Youth Leadership and Public Speaking Program
(13 to 17 years)
Teen Summer Reading Club 2013
Why not turn your summer reading into a chance to win great prizes? It is as simple as registering,
reading and writing short reviews. Everyone who registers will be entered into a draw to win an
autographed box set of John Green’s books and receive a voucher to clear up late fees.
Those interested in participating in this reading program can register at any Pickering Library
Branch starting Saturday, June 22nd. This program runs to Saturday, August 31st.
Plaster Mask Making!
Learn how to make a plaster bandage mask impression of your own
face. Transform your finished mask with paint and decorations to reveal
a secret you! Registration is required.
At the Petticoat Creek Branch:
Thursday, May 30th, 6:30 p.m.
Exam Study Space
Please drop into our extra study rooms for
quiet study for exams.
At the Central Library: Auditorium
Saturday, June 15th 12:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Sunday, June 16th 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, June 19th 1:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Thursday, June 20th, 1:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 22nd, 12:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Every young person has the potential to become a good
communicator and leader, but this potential needs to be
developed. The program’s unique eight-session, workshop-
style design enables participants to develop this potential
through practical experience. This program is run by the local
Ajax-Pickering Toastmasters. Teens must commit to all eight
weeks. Registration is required, by phone 905-831-6265
or in-person, starting Monday June 24th at 9:30 a.m.
At the Central Library:
Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. July 4th to August 22nd.
At the Petticoat Creek Branch: Program Room
Tuesday, June 18th 2:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Wednesday, June 19th 2:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Thursday, June 20th 2:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Friday, June 21st 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 22nd 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Monday, June 24th 2:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 25th 2:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Wednesday, June 26th 2:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
MAY & JUNE | SPRING/SUMMER 2013

6. For Teens
6 CALL OR VISIT YOUR LOCAL BRANCH FOR MORE DETAILS.
&Adults Teens
Looking for ways to keep fit
and healthy this summer?
Come to the Library!
This spring the Pickering Central Library will be holding a wellness
evening for adults and teens. Staff will have a variety of fitness materials
on display and Lauren Grenier, Coordinator, Fitness Services from the
Pickering Recreation Complex will be on hand to answer your questions.
Lauren has been a Certified Exercise Physiologist (CEP) as certified through
the Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology (CSEP) for the last 8 years, and
has a great deal of experience working with symptomatic and asymptomatic
populations. She has her B.A. and M.Sc. in Kinesiology and Health Sciences
from York University and is very passionate about helping others improve their
quality of life through physical activity and fitness.
The first 30 people to drop by the display will also receive passes to try a
free fitness class at the Pickering Recreation Complex.
At the Central Library:
Thursday, May 23 from 5:00pm – 8:30pm
In partnership with:
Hard time deciding what to read next?
Our experts are happy to help! Tell us what teen books or themes you have enjoyed in the past, and
we’ll give you great recommendations. Email teens@picnet.org for your next favourite book or visit
our website, facebook or goodreads pages for lists and recommendations.
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teens
teens
Do you have recommendation for your fellow teens? Visit your local branch
and slip a rating bookmark into one of your favourites and let other teens
know. Visit the website at www.picnet.org and go to the bibliocommons
page and leave your comments or create a recommended list of your own!
(you can even give your peers and heads up on something you didn’t like!)

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For Adults
Geocaching is Fun
Do you own a smart phone with GPS capabilities? If so, then you already have a tool you can use
for geocaching. Ken Spence and Chris McDonnell, active geocachers in the Durham Region, will
explain the basics of the game, guide participants through signing up for a free geocaching account
and App, and take searchers on a hunt to find their first two caches.
Families are welcome. Geocaching is a fun outdoor activity that can be enjoyed together. Children 11
and under must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required.
At the Central Library:
Saturday, June 1st, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
‘How to Start a Small Business’ Seminars with the
Business Advisory Center of Durham
Introduction to Market Research
How do you know if your business idea is going to work? Ryan Ounjian, Business Consultant with
the BACD, will give you key concepts around why market research is the most integral component to
understanding your potential business viability.
Learn the basics of planning your market research, where to find the research and how to analyze
whether your business could be a success. Registration is required.
At the Central Library:
Wednesday, May 8th, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Financial and Accounting Tips for Small Business
Ross Libbey from Your Bottom Line will walk you through understanding your business cash flow, tax
deductible expenses and how to manage your bookkeeping & record keeping for hassle free operation.
This is an excellent opportunity to ask questions about the financial responsibilities of your small
business. Registration is required.
At the Central Library:
Wednesday, May 29th, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Marketing and Sales Strategy
How do you start putting together your strategy to bring your product or service to market? Teresa
Shaver, Executive Director of BACD will walk you through the elements of a marketing and sales plan
to help you make your first sale.
Learn how to put your market research results to work and to create an action plan that has you
focused on your goal. Registration is required.
At the Central Library
Wednesday, June 12th, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

8. 8 CALL OR VISIT YOUR LOCAL BRANCH FOR MORE DETAILS.
Introduction to Computers
Learn the basics about computers, mouse and keyboarding skills.
This class is required to take other Technology Classes at the Library.
Introduction to Windows 7
Learn the basics of the most popular operating system in the world, Windows 7.
It is recommended participants have attended Introduction to Computers.
Check out the popular technology classes in the Library Learning Lab. All classes take place at the
Central Library in the Learning Lab. Registration is required and will start two weeks prior to the
scheduled date for the class - in person or by phone 905-831-6265.
Join Lynette Kirton, a horticulturist from Vandermeer Nursery
with over thirty years experience. Discover colourful perennials
that will grace your garden year after year. Visit the Vandermeer
website at www.vandermeernursery.com for a listing of their
perennials. Registration is required.
At the Central Library:
Wednesday, May 1st, 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Planning Your Perennial Garden
with Vandermeer Nursery
EVENT DATE REGISTRATION BEGINS
Tuesday, May 7th 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday, April 22nd at 9:30 a.m.
Wednesday, May 8th 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday, April 22nd at 9:30 a.m.
Tuesday, June 4th 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 21st at 9:30 a.m.
Wednesday, June 5th 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 21st at 9:30 a.m.
EVENT DATE REGISTRATION BEGINS
Tuesday, May 7th 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday, April 22nd at 9:30 a.m.
Wednesday, May 8th 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday, April 22nd at 9:30 a.m.
Tuesday, June 4th 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 21st at 9:30 a.m.
Wednesday, June 5th 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 21st at 9:30 a.m.
For Adults

9. EVENT DATE REGISTRATION BEGINS
Tuesday, May 28th 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday, May 13th at 9:30 a.m.
Wednesday, May 29th 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday, May 13th at 9:30 a.m.
Tuesday, June 25th 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday, June 10th at 9:30 a.m.
Wednesday, June 26th 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday, June 10th at 9:30 a.m.
FUNdamentals
Learn the basics of the world’s largest social network, Facebook. It is recommended participants
have already attended Introduction to Computers. Attendees must have a valid email address and
have a Facebook account.
EVENT DATE REGISTRATION BEGINS
Tuesday, May 28th 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday, May 13th at 9:30 a.m.
Wednesday, May 29th 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday, May 13th at 9:30 a.m.
Tuesday, June 25th 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday, June 10th at 9:30 a.m.
Wednesday, June 26th 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday, June 10th at 9:30 a.m.
Introduction to
After you take this class you’ll know how to tweet, retweet, mention and dm other Twitter users. It is
recommended participants have already attended Introduction to Computers. Attendees must have a valid
email address and have a Twitter account.
Microsoft Office Made Easy
Learn about Word, Excel and PowerPoint, three of the business productivity software from Office
2010. It is recommended participants have already attended Introduction to Computers.
EVENT DATE REGISTRATION BEGINS
Saturday, June 22nd 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday, June 10th at 9:30 a.m.
Saturday Afternoon Internet Blitz
Learn about the Internet, how to search for what you want online, and learn
about your email account. It is recommended participants have already attended
Introduction to Computers and have an email account.
EVENT DATE REGISTRATION BEGINS
Saturday, May 11th 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday, April 22nd at 9:30 a.m.
Saturday, June 15th 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday, June 3rd at 9:30 a.m.
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10. 10 CALL OR VISIT YOUR LOCAL BRANCH FOR MORE DETAILS.
Introduction to Word 2010
Learn the basics of the most popular word processing software in the world. It is
recommended participants have already attended Introduction to Computers.
Introduction to Email
Email is an essential way to communicate in today’s online world. Learn the basics of
many popular email services, such as Yahoo, Hotmail, and Gmail. It is recommended
participants have attended Introduction to Computers. Attendees must have a valid email
account.
Introduction to Excel 2010
Learn how to use a spreadsheet to do simple business math. It is recommended
participants have already attended Introduction to Computers.
EVENT DATE REGISTRATION BEGINS
Tuesday, May 14th 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday, April 29th at 9:30 a.m.
Wednesday, May 15th 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday, April 29th at 9:30 a.m.
Tuesday May, 21st 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday, April 29th at 9:30 a.m.
Tuesday, June 11th 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday, May 27th at 9:30 a.m.
Wednesday, June 12th 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday, May 27th at 9:30 a.m.
Tuesday, June 18th 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday, May 27th at 9:30 a.m.
EVENT DATE REGISTRATION BEGINS
Tuesday, May 14th 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday, April 29th at 9:30 a.m.
Wednesday, May 15th 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday, April 29th at 9:30 a.m.
Wednesday, May 22nd 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday, April 29th at 9:30 a.m.
Tuesday, June 11th 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday, May 27th at 9:30 a.m.
Wednesday, June 12th 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday, May 27th at 9:30 a.m.
Wednesday, June 19th 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday, May 27th at 9:30 a.m.
EVENT DATE REGISTRATION BEGINS
Tuesday, May 21st 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m Monday, May 6th at 9:30 a.m
Wednesday, May 22nd 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday, May 6th at 9:30 a.m
Tuesday, June 18th 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday, June 3rd at 9:30 a.m.
Wednesday, June 19th 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday, June 3rd at 9:30 a.m.

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& @ your library
Automated Telephone Renewals: 905-831-8209
or renew your items at www.picnet.org
TTY Line: 905- 420-1739
Central Library
One the Esplanade
905-831-6265 ● 1-888-831-6266
Monday - Friday 9:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Petticoat Creek Branch
470 Kingston Road
905-420-2254
Monday - Friday 9:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Claremont Branch
Claremont Community Centre
905-649-3341
Tuesday 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Thursday 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Saturday 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Greenwood Branch
3540 Westney Road
905-683-8844
Tuesday 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Wednesday 2:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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Holiday
Hours
All branches will be
closed:
Sunday, May 19th
Monday, May 20th for
Victoria Day
Sunday, June 30th
Monday, July 1st for
Canada Day
Don’t forget,
we’re open
24/7 online!
You can still get
ebooks, request
items, read reviews
and browse!

12. do anything
almost
IN 10
25 STATIONS. 3 HOURS. 1 DAY. 100% FREE
FESTIVAL
MINS
$0
Ask
HOW-TO
win an
iPad4!
What’s a HOW-TO FESTIVAL you say?
Based on the idea that people love to learn new things but never have enough time, the festival makes
learning new and useful skills easy, fun, free and convenient. Stations will be set up inside and outside
the library. Each station will offer 10-minute information sessions to quickly teach you new skills. With
over 25 experts, and an average of 10 minutes per station, think of all things you can learn. Here are
some examples of our partner experts and what they’ll teach you HOW-TO do:
City of Pickering Socacize
Decorate Cupcakes
Durham Master
Gardeners
Grow Herbs in Containers
LCBO Match Wine with
Summer BBQ’s
Loblaws Interpret a Product Label.
SAIL Pack a Backpack Rocky Mountain
Chocolate Factory
Make Chocolate-Covered
Strawberries
Indo-Canadian
Cultural Association of
Durham
Wear a Sari
Do a Henna Tattoo
Dance Indian to Jai Ho
Veridian Connections Use Peaksaver
Access the Home Assistance
Program
Future Shop Pick a Camera
Find the Best Cellphone and Plan
Set Up a Home Theatre
Durham Natural Health
Center
Breathe to Relax
You can also learn HOW-TO: Grow Peonies, Dance Popping Style, Download Free ebooks, Maximize Your Smartphone,
Start a Book Club, Have a Salt-Healthy Diet, Decorate with Current Colour Trends and more!
It’s all happening at the Central Library from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday,
May 25th. Share the experience and enter the draw to win an iPad 4!
(iPad graciously donated by our friends at the Future Shop Pickering)