We are award-winning!
January 25, 2024 - Ajax Public Library has received two awards at the annual Ontario Library Association Super Conference, Canada's largest library
1000 Colourful Stories
Intended for families with preschool children, birth to JK
Hosted at Audley Branch.
Drop-in.
Kick off Family Literacy Day on Saturday, January 27 with our new 1000 Colourful Stories program! Join in a storytime and then sign up with your preschooler to start the reading challenge that will carry you all the way to the first day of school.
The Big Book Sale
All ages.
Main Branch.
Drop-in; no registration required.
The Big Book Sale is coming back! Everything is free, though pay-what-you-can monetary donations to the Library are welcome.
Remembrance Day
Please note that all Library branches will observe a 2-minute moment of silence at 11:00 a.m. on November 11, 2022, in acknowledgement of Remembrance Day and those who have served and continue to serve our country.
70th Anniversary Party!
All ages welcome!
Hosted at Audley Branch
Drop-in!
It’s the ultimate Throwback Thursday, with a celebration of Ajax Public Library’s 70 Years of Service to the community! Enjoy a puppet show and craft from Applefun Puppetry, explore the past, and share your memories or dreams for the Library’s future with an interactive guest book! We'll also have sweet treats and prizes!
Learn more about the Library's 70th Anniversary celebrations at ajaxlibrary.ca/70Years.
Library CLOSED: National Day of Mourning
All branches of the Library will be closed in observance of the National Day of Mourning for Queen Elizabeth II.
Panel for Pride Month: Past, Present, and Future
Appropriate for adults.
Hosted at Main Branch.
Advanced registration required.
How have different Pride movements formed and evolved throughout history? What issues should we be most concerned about today regarding LGBTQ+ rights? Delve deeper into an insightful discussion on the meaning of Pride and what tools and resources we can draw on to make change in our communities.
CDCD Settlement Services
All are welcome.
Hosted at Main Branch.
By Appointment and Drop-In.
9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.: By Appointment Only
2 p.m.-4:30 p.m.: Walk-Ins Welcome
Spark! Art Show Reception
Please note the SPARK! Art Show Reception has limited capacity, and priority is provided to artists and their guests (RSVP required). Additional visitors to the Reception will be admitted if capacity is available on the day of the event.
SPARK! is an annual juried art show and competition for Ajax children from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8. We encourage all types of art media, including pen, pencil, paint, crayon, pastels, markers, or any combination of these.
Library CLOSED: Easter Monday
All branches are closed to observe Easter Monday. Our Virtual Branch is always open! Access eBooks, audiobooks, movies, music, and more with your Library card, from anywhere, anytime!