Earth Month
Register for a Community Cleanup
April 1 - April 30
Help take action on litter in Pickering! Join the challenge and make a difference in your community. Bags and gloves will be provided while quantities last. Register here today.
How to Plan a Successful Vegetable Garden
Tuesday, April 14, 7 pm – 8:30 pm (Don Beer Arena, Banquet Hall)
Discover how to create a garden you'll love! We'll dig into evaluating your space, choosing a style that fits your life, and planning a beautiful layout with plants that thrive. Free, pre-registration is required. Register here today.
Shell-ebrate Turtle Conservation!
(Children's Workshop 6 - 12 yrs)
Friday, April 17, 2 pm – 3:30 pm (Pickering Central Library)
Dive into the amazing world of turtles! Come and learn how to identify different native turtle species, discover cool conservation facts, and rotate through hands-on activity stations. Free, pre-registration is required. Register here today.
Take Pride in Pickering Tree Planting
Saturday, April 18, 10 am - 12 pm (Alex Robertson Park)
Community tree planting. Get involved today! Students can earn volunteer hours. Free, pre-registration is required. Register here today.
Home Energy Orientation
Monday, April 20, 7 pm – 8:30 pm (East Shore CC, Community Room)
Learn practical ways to make your home more energy-efficient, comfortable, and save money! This workshop covers simple DIY fixes (insulation, draft-proofing, and window caulking) and information about larger upgrades you might be interested in. Free, pre-registration is required. Register here today.
20-Minute Makeover
Wednesday, April 22 (Across the City of Pickering)
Schools, families, neighbourhood groups and businesses commit to give Pickering a makeover by picking up litter around the community for at least 20 minutes. Bags and gloves will be provided while quantities last. Register here today.
Gardening for Pollinators
Wednesday, April 29, 7 pm - 8:30 pm (CHDRC - Meeting Rooms 2 & 3)
Learn how small gardening choices can make a big difference to help native pollinators like bees and butterflies. Free, pre-registration is required. Register here today.
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