The theme for this year's TD Summer Reading Club (TDSRC) has been announced. Prepare to go on an adventure! The theme for 2025 is Around the World. TDSRC is Canada’s largest bilingual summer reading program for kids of all ages, interests, and abilities. It celebrates Canadian authors, illustrators, and stories that inspire kids to explore the fun of reading.
Beginning in July, kids can track their reading on Beanstack to earn badges and the chance to win cool prizes. We're encouraging children to visit our locations once a week to share what they've been reading and collect beads for a reading necklace!
TDSRC registration begins June 17. Reporting begins July 2 and runs until August 20.
Hands on Exotics is bringing animals from around the world to the Library for a kick-off celebration!
Central Library Saturday, July 5, 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Rossland Branch Saturday, July 5, 12:30–1:30 p.m.
Brooklin Branch Saturday, July 5, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
WIN 2 tickets to the June 21nd MONSTER TRUCK SHOW at the Tribute Communities Centre, Oshawa.
Share a photo on social media with Reverb, our artform of the week by Noel Harding, for your chance to win.
Random draw will be on June 19.
Check out this on our website https://www.oshawaartassociation.com/murals
and our online map https://tinyurl.com/3ktkvbzu
Tribute Communities Centre
99 Athol Street E., Oshawa
L1H 1J8
Oshawa Fiesta Week is Durham Region’s largest multicultural festival, celebrating diversity through food, music, dance, and cultural showcases. Organized by the Oshawa Folk Arts Council, this week-long event features pavilions representing various cultures, where visitors can enjoy authentic cuisine, traditional performances, and vibrant community spirit.
Kick off the celebrations on Sunday, June 15th with the free Fiesta Week Concert and Street Festival in Memorial Park, downtown Oshawa.
Experience live cultural performances, visit the local vendor booths and food trucks, and enjoy this beloved family-friendly event.
12:00pm - 05:00pmScugog Arts presents "Collaborative Couple" by Annette Blady Van Mil and Al Van Mil, showcasing collaborative and individual works that blend painting and sculpture. Opening May 31 with a reception from 1-3 PM, the show runs until July 1 and explores artistic partnership, reinvention, and creative resilience through richly textured and conceptually vibrant pieces.
01:00pm - 03:00pmWIN 2 tickets to the June 21nd MONSTER TRUCK SHOW at the Tribute Communities Centre, Oshawa.
Share a photo on social media with Reverb, our artform of the week by Noel Harding, for your chance to win.
Random draw will be on June 19.
Check out this on our website https://www.oshawaartassociation.com/murals
and our online map https://tinyurl.com/3ktkvbzu
Tribute Communities Centre
99 Athol Street E., Oshawa
L1H 1J8
Scugog Arts presents "Collaborative Couple" by Annette Blady Van Mil and Al Van Mil, showcasing collaborative and individual works that blend painting and sculpture. Opening May 31 with a reception from 1-3 PM, the show runs until July 1 and explores artistic partnership, reinvention, and creative resilience through richly textured and conceptually vibrant pieces.
01:00pm - 03:00pmWIN 2 tickets to the June 21nd MONSTER TRUCK SHOW at the Tribute Communities Centre, Oshawa.
Share a photo on social media with Reverb, our artform of the week by Noel Harding, for your chance to win.
Random draw will be on June 19.
Check out this on our website https://www.oshawaartassociation.com/murals
and our online map https://tinyurl.com/3ktkvbzu
Tribute Communities Centre
99 Athol Street E., Oshawa
L1H 1J8
Scugog Arts presents "Collaborative Couple" by Annette Blady Van Mil and Al Van Mil, showcasing collaborative and individual works that blend painting and sculpture. Opening May 31 with a reception from 1-3 PM, the show runs until July 1 and explores artistic partnership, reinvention, and creative resilience through richly textured and conceptually vibrant pieces.
01:00pm - 03:00pmWIN 2 tickets to the June 21nd MONSTER TRUCK SHOW at the Tribute Communities Centre, Oshawa.
Share a photo on social media with Reverb, our artform of the week by Noel Harding, for your chance to win.
Random draw will be on June 19.
Check out this on our website https://www.oshawaartassociation.com/murals
and our online map https://tinyurl.com/3ktkvbzu
Tribute Communities Centre
99 Athol Street E., Oshawa
L1H 1J8
Scugog Arts presents "Collaborative Couple" by Annette Blady Van Mil and Al Van Mil, showcasing collaborative and individual works that blend painting and sculpture. Opening May 31 with a reception from 1-3 PM, the show runs until July 1 and explores artistic partnership, reinvention, and creative resilience through richly textured and conceptually vibrant pieces.
01:00pm - 03:00pmOshawa Art Association is pleased to share this art form or the week, to see it you will have to enter the RMG and go to their garden. The gallery is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10 am to 4 pm
RIVER TREE/BRANCH is a Bronze | 6.2m long x 1.98m wide x .85m high
This sculpture consists of a 24' bronze Ironwood tree lying on its side, its position due, perhaps to high winds, or the ravage of time. River Tree/Bench’s ‘curved “spine” — the juncture from the roots has protrusions reminiscent of a backbone — and delicate root system, speaks to a sublime beauty in nature that can only be truly appreciated through a sympathetic understanding of what has been lost. River Tree/Bench was selected by the Jury Committee of the RMG
Scugog Arts presents "Collaborative Couple" by Annette Blady Van Mil and Al Van Mil, showcasing collaborative and individual works that blend painting and sculpture. Opening May 31 with a reception from 1-3 PM, the show runs until July 1 and explores artistic partnership, reinvention, and creative resilience through richly textured and conceptually vibrant pieces.
01:00pm - 03:00pmJoin us for our first ever 'Broadway Rave,' a Broadway dance party celebrating the best of musical theatre and show tunes! Grab your glow gear to sing and dance along to all your favourite Broadway hits. Want to live out your theatrical fantasies and show off your Broadway chops? Sign up to take center stage and lead the crowd through the song of your choice. Mix in some themed cocktails/mocktails and treats, and you’ve got a night in the spotlight you won’t soon forget. Cosplay encouraged. Concessions and cash bar available.
Tickets are $5/ticket and are available online at ajax.ca/sfc or at the Ajax and McLean Community Centres, the Audley Recreation Centre, at the St. Francis Centre Box Office, or by calling 905-619-2529, ext. 2787 (ARTS)
07:00am - 10:00pmOshawa Art Association is pleased to share this art form or the week, to see it you will have to enter the RMG and go to their garden. The gallery is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10 am to 4 pm
RIVER TREE/BRANCH is a Bronze | 6.2m long x 1.98m wide x .85m high
This sculpture consists of a 24' bronze Ironwood tree lying on its side, its position due, perhaps to high winds, or the ravage of time. River Tree/Bench’s ‘curved “spine” — the juncture from the roots has protrusions reminiscent of a backbone — and delicate root system, speaks to a sublime beauty in nature that can only be truly appreciated through a sympathetic understanding of what has been lost. River Tree/Bench was selected by the Jury Committee of the RMG
Scugog Arts presents "Collaborative Couple" by Annette Blady Van Mil and Al Van Mil, showcasing collaborative and individual works that blend painting and sculpture. Opening May 31 with a reception from 1-3 PM, the show runs until July 1 and explores artistic partnership, reinvention, and creative resilience through richly textured and conceptually vibrant pieces.
01:00pm - 03:00pmOshawa Art Association is pleased to share this art form or the week, to see it you will have to enter the RMG and go to their garden. The gallery is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10 am to 4 pm
RIVER TREE/BRANCH is a Bronze | 6.2m long x 1.98m wide x .85m high
This sculpture consists of a 24' bronze Ironwood tree lying on its side, its position due, perhaps to high winds, or the ravage of time. River Tree/Bench’s ‘curved “spine” — the juncture from the roots has protrusions reminiscent of a backbone — and delicate root system, speaks to a sublime beauty in nature that can only be truly appreciated through a sympathetic understanding of what has been lost. River Tree/Bench was selected by the Jury Committee of the RMG
Build your own custom jar vase holder. Add a personal touch by wood-burning a design or applying a chalk paint wash before sealing it with wax. Perfect for showcasing your favorite flowers; this functional piece combines creativity and craftsmanship for a truly special project.
09:00am - 12:00pmSaturday, June 21st • 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Rotary Park – 192 Queen St, Bowmanville
Join us for Walk A Mile, Bethesda House’s fundraising event where we come together as a community to walk in support of survivors of gender-based violence. This powerful and family-friendly event is a chance to raise awareness, show solidarity, and help us raise vital funds that support the life-changing programs and services at Bethesda House.
Event Schedule
Why We Walk?
Every step we take represents our commitment to building a safer, more supportive community for survivors of gender-based violence. Your participation helps ensure that Bethesda House can continue to provide emergency shelter, outreach, and advocacy to those who need it most.
What to Expect
After the walk, stick around for:
Bring your friends, family, and co-workers—let’s make this a day to remember!
Tickets are $20/each – children under 12 are free! Register NOW: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/bethesda-house/p2p/walk-a-mile/
The Red Shoes are back!
If you’ve joined us in the past, you may remember the powerful image of the red heels. This year, we’re bringing that symbol back- this time in a more personal way. We invite every participant to wear red shoes during the walk, in any style that speaks to you. Whether they’re sneakers, flats, boots, or heels, your red shoes will help amplify the message: we walk in solidarity with survivors and stand against gender-based violence.
Why Red Shoes?
Red shoes have become a powerful global symbol in the fight to end gender-based violence. Inspired by artist Elina Chauvet’s installation “Zapatos Rojos” (Red Shoes), which began in Mexico to honor the memory of women lost to femicide, these striking red shoes represent both the absence and the voice of those who have suffered. Each pair stands as a silent witness to pain, loss, and injustice—but also to resilience, resistance, and the demand for change.
By wearing or displaying red shoes today, we walk in solidarity with survivors. We acknowledge their stories, we honor their courage, and we commit ourselves to a world free from violence, where safety, dignity, and justice are rights for all.
Let’s Walk Together
Support a great cause. Celebrate resilience. Take a stand against gender-based violence.
10:00am - 01:00pmCommunity Day Janetville
free event. Live music, vendors, kids zone, corn hole tournament, bed races, touch a truck and food drive for the food bank, bbq by the fire department. Something for all ages
10:00am - 03:00pmJoin the Northern Ramblers Car Club for their Annual All American Motors Car Show and Swap Meet. Club members will be exhibiting specialty cars. Car enthusiasts and curious minds are welcome to join the fun and tour the show field and Museum Village for the day. This event will also feature children's activities, heritage demonstrations, and a BBQ.
Interested in joining the club and exhibiting for the day? Contact the Northern Ramblers Car Club: https://northernramblerscarclub.com
10:00am - 04:00pm
Welcome to the Optimist Day in the Park. Join us for a day of fun at the Optimist Club of Oshawa.
Join us for the ultimate fun fest!!
Races, Carnival Games, face painting, and more. We hope to see you there. To learn more go the the link below:)
11:00am - 03:00pmSip into Summer with us! Join us for the first official day of summer, and browse a curated selection of local vendors offering everything from artisan crafts to tasty treats. While you're sipping on your favorite brew, you can also meet some sweet adoptable dogs who are searching for homes through Heart Hounds Rescue. Great times and good vibes, guaranteed!
Free Admission | Pet Friendly | Free Parking | Fresh & Hot Food | Cold Drinks
12:00pm - 05:00pmScugog Arts presents "Collaborative Couple" by Annette Blady Van Mil and Al Van Mil, showcasing collaborative and individual works that blend painting and sculpture. Opening May 31 with a reception from 1-3 PM, the show runs until July 1 and explores artistic partnership, reinvention, and creative resilience through richly textured and conceptually vibrant pieces.
01:00pm - 03:00pm
