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

Enjoy a compelling conversation with authors Liann Zhang and Ann Y.K. Choi. A book signing, coffee, and dessert will follow.

Appropriate for all ages!
Hosted at Main Branch.
Registrations encouraged, drop-in welcome!

Drop by to meet local authors in the community and learn about their artistic journeys. Stay for the live readings, where featured authors will share excerpts from their work! Authors will have copies of their books available for purchase.

Light refreshments will be provided.

List of Featured Authors:

Great for all ages!
Hosted at Main Branch.
Registration encouraged, drop-ins welcome!

In recognition of December 3 as International Day of Persons with Disabilities, The Library and the Town of Ajax is proud to host the Beyond Barriers Art Show celebrating creativity, resilience, and diverse perspectives. Ajax artists of all ages who identify as persons with disabilities are invited to submit their artwork for display in this special exhibition.

Great for families and all ages!
Hosted at the Greenwood Conservation Area.
Drop-in.

Drop by the Library’s booth for spooky crafts and activities!

Appropriate for adults.
Hosted at Main Branch.
Registrations encouraged, drop-ins welcome.

Honour Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) Awareness Month with a story from a survivor and an educational session on the prevalence of IPV. Learn about the community supports available for those affected and engage with community partners at information tables. Light refreshments will be provided, as well as a children’s activity corner.

Presented in partnership with Victim Services of Durham Region.

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

Learn four quick and easy steps to take to spot misinformation and find out if something online is true or not. This workshop will also cover methods for recognizing AI-generated misinformation as well as tips on how to use AI to verify information.

Presented in partnership with MediaSmarts.

Appropriate for adults.
Hosted at Main Branch and on Zoom.
Advanced registration required.

Join us for a special conversation with Michelle Good, the award-winning author of Five Little Indians and a member of the Red Pheasant Cree Nation in Saskatchewan. Michelle will read from her latest work, Truth Telling: Seven Conversations about Indigenous Life in Canada and share insights into her path to becoming a writer. Attend virtually or come to the Main Branch for a special watch party!

Appropriate for adults and seniors (18+).
Hosted at Main Branch.
Drop-in.

Social writers and avid authors alike–ignite your creativity using our provided topics and phrases! Every month, we challenge you to create an original piece based on a new topic. Bring your tale to the circle for sharing with the group. Please bring your own writing supplies.

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

Is the book actually better than the movie? Enjoy a book club and movie screening all rolled into one evening! Pick up a copy of Brooklyn by Colm Tóibín before the movie screening and enjoy a group discussion after the movie. Enjoy a movie-themed cocktail, wine, or beer as well as snacks available for purchase.

Appropriate for teens, adults, and seniors.
Hosted at Main Branch.
Advanced registration required.

TV star and influencer Tiera Dee will break down TikTok content creation and share her expert tips for finding success on social media. As a lifestyle content creator and educator, she specializes in helping individuals and businesses elevate their online presence. Tiera will offer valuable insights on building a personal brand, increasing views, boosting brand awareness, and turning influence into income.