Events

JHS Employment Services Workers are available at the Library to help you with resume writing, job applications, Smart Serve and Safe Food Handling certifications, interview preparation and more. Drop-in, no appointment needed.

JHS Housing Services Workers are available at the Library to help you with landlord/tenant issues, eviction prevention, completing applications for the Housing Stability Program, ID Clinic information and more. Drop-in, no appointment…

Each month, join the Oshawa Historical Society for entertaining lectures that focus on the history of Oshawa and the surrounding area.     

Oct 15 / The Don: The Story of Toronto’s Infamous Jail – Author Lorna Poplak will speak about her…

For adult newcomers to Canada who want to practice English. In partnership with Community Connections from CDCD. For information, contact programs@oshawalibrary.on.ca or call (905) 579-6111 ext. 5279

Perfect for babies who love to bounce and snuggle in your lap. Drop-in, family program.

Stories, activities, songs, and more for the whole family. Drop-in, family program.

Help prepare your child for school using the skills taught in Every Child Ready to Read®, circle time, and other school readiness activities. Ages 3-5.

Sep 18 / STEM Squad - Ozobots and Snap Circuits 

Oct 16 / Cricut Corner - DIY Bookmarks 

Nov 20 / Trivia Tournament

Ages 12-18.

Sep 18 / Amazing Race: Library Edition 

Grab your passport and play the library version of The Amazing Race! Complete puzzling challenges to participate in Roadblocks and Detours. Family program.  

Oct 16 / Fall Craftfest

Create a…

Share your discoveries and favourite resources and get research tips. Experienced researchers and beginners are all welcome.

Do you have a device or online resource you need help with? Visit our Tech Help Desk, and we'll work together to find a resolution to your technology troubles. Drop-in.

Learn about coding with fun games and activities. Ages 7-13.

Unleash your creativity and bring eerie zombies to life by crafting your undead doll. All materials provided. Ages 12-18.

Celebrate community connections and foster early literacy at our neighbourhood play date! Enhance social skills, explore books and play together in the Library. Ages 0-5 and caregivers.

Stories, activities, songs, and more for the whole family. Drop-in, family program.       

Meet fellow readers at our monthly book club meeting. 

Sep 19 / Ducks by Kate Beaton  

Oct 17 / Mother Daughter Murder Night by Nina Simon  

Nov 21 / The Sleeping Car Porter by Suzette Meyr  

Play and learn with Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM). Sign up for Monday or Thursday. Allergy Alert. Ages 5-9.

A social evening for women who are newcomers to Canada to meet new people in a friendly space.  

In partnership with Community Connections from CDCD. For information, contact programs@oshawalibrary.on.ca or call (905) 579-6111 ext. 5279

Relax and unwind with an evening of meditation instruction and practice.