Southwest Art Meet Up

Let's Play D&D Camp: Make a Character! (Ages 13-17) (3-Part)

Sat, Jun 29, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Conference Room

Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud great literature with others each week. Facilitator-led in partnership with the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and Southwest Library. 18+

Sat, Jun 29, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Learn to play Dungeons and Dragons! Use D&D Beyond to create your own character and play a real campaign with monsters, adventure and treasure.

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Embroider Enchanted Forest Animals Camp - (Ages 10-12) (3-Day)

Mon, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:45am

Technology Classroom

Learn how to hand embroider cute motif. Fabric and Notions provided.

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Baby Bookworms

Mon, Jul 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

Read! Learn! Play! Introduce your baby to important literacy practices that encourage learning and developmental growth. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Caregiver Connect

Mon, Jul 01, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Make Pop Up Cards (Ages 7-9)

Mon, Jul 01, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Technology Classroom

Design your own pop up cards. Discover the world of paper engineering while you cut, fold and decorate cool cards.

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Sing Along with Yehaa Bob - Summer at Your Library

Tue, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

Sing along, clap along and laugh along with one of America’s funniest entertainers. Sing familiar tunes and get on your feet with this high-energy and unique show! Recommended for children ages 0-5.

Embroider Enchanted Forest Animals Camp - (Ages 10-12) (3-Day)

Tue, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:45am

Technology Classroom

Learn how to hand embroider cute motif. Fabric and Notions provided.

This event is full

Roblox World Design (Ages 10-12)

Tue, Jul 02, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Technology Classroom

Create the world for your Roblox games. Learn to use pre-designed and custom elements to build your world from scratch with Roblox Studio.

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Outreach Event: Storytime at Bill Frederick Park

Tue, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Silly and fun yoga poses designed for kids! Flow-through an imaginative journey filled with puppets, parachute games, and relaxing rest time! Recommended for families with children ages 0-7.

Wed, Jul 03, 10:00am - 11:00am

Join us for an outdoor nature Storytime hosted near the playground at Bill Frederick Park. Small fee required to enter the park. Recommended for ages 0-12.

Embroider Enchanted Forest Animals Camp - (Ages 10-12) (3-Day)

Wed, Jul 03, 10:30am - 11:45am

Technology Classroom

Learn how to hand embroider cute motif. Fabric and Notions provided.

This event is full

There's a Bug in My Garden - Summer at Your Library

Wed, Jul 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bring your toddler for a buggy adventure to explore stories and activities about insects. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Adobe Illustrator Basics (Ages 10-12)

Wed, Jul 03, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Technology Classroom

Learn how to design neat vector graphics using Adobe Illustrator. Create and arrange assets and use common design techniques and editing tools to create artwork as well as manage objects and layers.

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Comedy Maks' Variety Show - Summer at Your Library

Wed, Jul 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

The LEGO® Club at the Southwest Library invites you to come use your imaginations to build! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

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Fri, Jul 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

There's something for everyone in this high-energy variety show. Your kids will be dazzled with juggling, magic, plate-spinning and more! Recommended for ages 0-12.

Outreach Event: Storytime at Bill Frederick Park

Sat, Jul 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Join us for an outdoor nature Storytime hosted near the playground at Bill Frederick Park. Small fee required to enter the park. Recommended for ages 0-12.

Code with Minecraft - Adventurer (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Jul 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Technology Classroom

Join Alex and Steve on a Minecraft Adventure! Solve code challenges to explore, gather resources, and defeat mobs. Create algorithms, use loops, and debug your code.

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Let's Play D&D Camp: Stormwreck Isle (Ages 13-17) (3-Part)

Sat, Jul 06, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Conference Room

Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud great literature with others each week. Facilitator-led in partnership with the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and Southwest Library. 18+

Sat, Jul 06, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Play Dungeons and Dragons! Choose a character or use your own to explore Stormwreck Isle, discover the secrets isle's magic and the dragons that live there.

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Paper Possibilities Bookmaking and Paper Structures Camp - (Ages 11-17) (3-Day)

Mon, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:45am

Technology Classroom

Learn how to create various book and paper structures such as Pop-Up Boxes, Dot Dash Bookbinding, Folded Picture Frames, Book Belly Bands.

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Born to be Wild - Summer at Your Library

Mon, Jul 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

Introduce your little explorer to the wild world of the jungle with songs, books and rhymes. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Homing Pigeon Codebreakers - Summer at Your Library

Mon, Jul 08, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Mon, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Lost homing pigeons have settled in the shelves of the library! After learning about these amazing birds, can you crack their codes to send them back home to roost? Recommended for ages 9-12.

Create a Sign For Your Room (Ages 5-6)

Mon, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Technology Classroom

Design a personalized sign for your room! Learn how to properly use the mouse to move pictures to drag and drop and use the keyboard to type in Microsoft Word.

Comedic Science Show: Into The Stars - Summer at Your Library

Tue, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

In this sci-fi coming-of-age adventure, kids will learn the science of stars, black holes, orbits, the speed of light, and more—all while laughing with kooky characters. Recommended for ages 0-12.

Paper Possibilities Bookmaking and Paper Structures Camp - (Ages 11-17) (3-Day)

Tue, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:45am

Technology Classroom

Learn how to create various book and paper structures such as Pop-Up Boxes, Dot Dash Bookbinding, Folded Picture Frames, Book Belly Bands.

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Adobe Photoshop Basics (Ages 10-12)

Tue, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Silly and fun yoga poses designed for kids! Flow-through an imaginative journey filled with puppets, parachute games, and relaxing rest time! Recommended for families with children ages 0-7.

Tue, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Technology Classroom

Create awesome photo mash-ups in Adobe Photoshop! Learn how to use basic tools, brushes, and the concepts of layers and background removal.

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Paper Possibilities Bookmaking and Paper Structures Camp - (Ages 11-17) (3-Day)

Wed, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:45am

Technology Classroom

Learn how to create various book and paper structures such as Pop-Up Boxes, Dot Dash Bookbinding, Folded Picture Frames, Book Belly Bands.

This event is full

Reach for the Moon - Summer at Your Library

Wed, Jul 10, 11:00am - 11:45am

Become an astronaut and explore the moon with stories, songs, and rhymes. At the end of the program your toddler will create a sensory art project. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Lego WEDO Build a Race Car (10-12)

Wed, Jul 10, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Technology Classroom

Build and program LEGO Race Car with a simple to use computer interface. Learn how technology plays an active role in our everyday life.

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Code with the Foos (Ages 5-6)

Wed, Jul 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

The LEGO® Club at the Southwest Library invites you to come use your imaginations to build! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

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Storytime Craft

Thu, Jul 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Storybook Fun

Thu, Jul 11, 10:30am - 10:55am

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jul 11, 11:00am - 11:20am

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

Thu, Jul 11, 11:00am - 11:45am

Technology Classroom

Solve problems for our heroes with code! Join the Foos on an adventure to walk, jump and build your way to the finish.

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Tiny Tales

Thu, Jul 11, 11:30am - 11:45am

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.

Let's Play D&D Camp: Goblin Trilogy (Ages 10-12) (3-Part)

Thu, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Get started playing Dungeons and Dragons with DnD Adventure Club. Choose a character to go on adventures with fearsome dragons, ingenious puzzles, and plenty of lost treasure.

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Bilingual Comedy Magic Show - Summer at Your Library

Fri, Jul 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Learn new tricks in this dynamic and educational magic show. Surprise your kids with the best bilingual magic show. Recommended for ages 0-12.

Design Minecraft Characters (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Jul 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Technology Classroom

Give Steve and Alex fresh new looks. Design characters, items, blocks and mobs for Minecraft using Tynker.

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Beginner Line Dancing

Sat, Jul 13, 10:30am - 11:45am

Learn beginner line dance steps to all types of music. Discover a great way to exercise your body and mind, and have fun. Partners not needed. Bring water. Non-stick sole shoes recommended. 18+

Let's Play D&D Camp: Stormwreck Isle (Ages 13-17) (3-Part)

Sat, Jul 13, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Conference Room

Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud great literature with others each week. Facilitator-led in partnership with the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and Southwest Library. 18+

Sat, Jul 13, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Play Dungeons and Dragons! Choose a character or use your own to explore Stormwreck Isle, discover the secrets isle's magic and the dragons that live there.

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Read the Book, Watch the Movie - Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris

Sat, Jul 13, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Read the book Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris by Paul Gallico. Delightful and uplifting! Then come to the library to watch the movie adaptation followed by a discussion. Light refreshments provided. 18+

Mother Goose on the Loose

Mon, Jul 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Using rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments and more, we will be interacting together to help develop important pre-literacy skills in our littlest ones! Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Podcast Listening Club: Social Class in America - Like a Book Club, but for Podcasts

Mon, Jul 15, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Mon, Jul 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Conference Room

Join us this month for a deep dive into the series Classy with Jonathan Menjivar. Nominated for a 2024 Webby for Best Podcast Series. Explores the ways class infiltrates our daily lives. 18+

Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns - Hydrangea (Beginner Level)

Tue, Jul 16, 10:15am - 12:15pm

Technology Classroom

Learn sashiko hand sewing techniques that form geometric patterns from simple running stitches. Enjoy some light refreshments, stitch and relax while creating beautiful geometric designs.

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Music with Evan and Vanessa - Summer at Your Library

Tue, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:15am

Enjoy an award-winning bilingual children's band. Sing along, tune in, and listen to peaceful music recently named "Best New Latin Kid's Music Groups". Recommended for ages 0-8.

Code with Osmo (Ages 7-9)

Tue, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Silly and fun yoga poses designed for kids! Flow-through an imaginative journey filled with puppets, parachute games, and relaxing rest time! Recommended for families with children ages 0-7.

Tue, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Technology Classroom

Go on a coding adventure. Help Awbie, the loveable monster, find his animal friends with the use of tangible Osmo coding blocks in this fun game.

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Run a Pizza Shop with Osmo (Ages 7-9)

Wed, Jul 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Technology Classroom

Run your own pizza shop with Osmo. Make customers happy with fresh made-to-order pizzas and good service. Learn how to help customers and make change with Osmo Pizza Co.

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Bubble Playtime

Wed, Jul 17, 11:00am - 11:45am

Help your child develop gross-motor skills in this interactive bubble party. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine

Wed, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Technology Classroom

Ever wanted to make your own custom clothes, home decor, costumes or accessories? Join us in this basic sewing class and learn about sewing safety, basic sewing machine skills and stitching seams.

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Code with Osmo (Ages 5-6)

Wed, Jul 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

The LEGO® Club at the Southwest Library invites you to come use your imaginations to build! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

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Storytime Craft

Thu, Jul 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Storybook Fun

Thu, Jul 18, 10:30am - 10:55am

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jul 18, 11:00am - 11:20am

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

Thu, Jul 18, 11:00am - 11:45am

Technology Classroom

Go on a coding adventure. Help Awbie, the loveable monster, find his animal friends with the use of tangible Osmo coding blocks in this fun game.

This event is full

Tiny Tales

Thu, Jul 18, 11:30am - 11:45am

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.

Let's Play D&D Camp: Goblin Trilogy (Ages 10-12) (3-Part)

Thu, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Get started playing Dungeons and Dragons with DnD Adventure Club. Choose a character to go on adventures with fearsome dragons, ingenious puzzles, and plenty of lost treasure.

This event is full

Meet a Gatorland Wrangler - Summer at Your Library

Fri, Jul 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

Get ready for family fun with "The Alligator Capital of the World®.” Did you know alligator babies are also known as grunts? Learn about snakes, reptiles, and more up close. Recommended for ages 0-12.

Run a Pizza Shop with Osmo (Ages 5-6)

Sat, Jul 20, 11:00am - 11:45am

Technology Classroom

Run your own pizza shop with Osmo. Make customers happy with fresh made-to-order pizzas and good service. Learn how to help customers and make change with Osmo Pizza Co.

This event is full

Let's Play D&D Camp: Stormwreck Isle (Ages 13-17) (3-Part)

Sat, Jul 20, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Conference Room

Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud great literature with others each week. Facilitator-led in partnership with the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and Southwest Library. 18+

Sat, Jul 20, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Play Dungeons and Dragons! Choose a character or use your own to explore Stormwreck Isle, discover the secrets isle's magic and the dragons that live there.

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Babies on the Farm - Summer at Your Library

Mon, Jul 22, 11:00am - 11:30am

Help boost your child’s pre-literacy skills as you clap, bounce and sing along to favorite nursery rhymes with a farm theme. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Bind, Book, Boom! - Summer at Your Library

Mon, Jul 22, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Mon, Jul 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Books are an adventure. Do you have what it takes to make one? Learn about different types of bookbinding and use basic techniques to create your own. Recommended for ages 9-12.

Knit Mushroom Fairy House (2-Part) - Confident Beginner Level - A Yarnfiti Project

Tue, Jul 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Technology Classroom

Learn and advance your skills while knitting a mushroom fairy house for the Yarnfiti Enchanted Forest.

Dance Party with DJ Renee Adams - Summer at Your Library

Tue, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:15am

Get ready to move and dance with this lively and engaging DJ. Challenge yourself to learn new dances and join in on the ones you know. A dance party for everyone to enjoy. Recommended for ages 0-12.

Tue, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Silly and fun yoga poses designed for kids! Flow-through an imaginative journey filled with puppets, parachute games, and relaxing rest time! Recommended for families with children ages 0-7.

Microsoft Excel Level 1

Wed, Jul 24, 10:15am - 11:15am

Technology Classroom

Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas.

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Toddler Playground

Wed, Jul 24, 11:00am - 11:45am

Toddlers use unstructured play to advance their physical and cognitive development and to have FUN! Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Microsoft Excel Level 2

Wed, Jul 24, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow.

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Code with ScratchJr (Ages 5-6)

Wed, Jul 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

The LEGO® Club at the Southwest Library invites you to come use your imaginations to build! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

This event is full

Storytime Craft

Thu, Jul 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Storybook Fun

Thu, Jul 25, 10:30am - 10:55am

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.

Toddler Time

Thu, Jul 25, 11:00am - 11:20am

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

Thu, Jul 25, 11:00am - 11:45am

Technology Classroom

Animate your world with code. Create custom characters and backgrounds, then write programs to move characters around the world. Learn the basics of computer science with the ScratchJr app.

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Tiny Tales

Thu, Jul 25, 11:30am - 11:45am

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.

Let's Play D&D Camp: Goblin Trilogy (Ages 10-12) (3-Part)

Thu, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Get started playing Dungeons and Dragons with DnD Adventure Club. Choose a character to go on adventures with fearsome dragons, ingenious puzzles, and plenty of lost treasure.

This event is full

Joy of Reading: A No-Pressure Book Club

Thu, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

All book lovers welcome! Join us to chat about what you are reading. No assigned book to read. A fun and engaging social book club. Held bi-monthly. Registration required. Ages 18+

Youth End of Summer Celebration - Featuring: Comedy Maks

Fri, Jul 26, 10:30am - 11:15am

Celebrate the end of Summer at Your Library with a live performance! Ages 0-18. Registration is required.

Qigong Movement and Breathing

Fri, Jul 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Learn ancient Qigong practice with modern day instructor Jasmine Win. Using the 5 elements of life, students will undergo an empowering & uplifting shift to take control of their health & lives.

Macramé a Coaster - Beginner Level

Sat, Jul 27, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Technology Classroom

Work multiple strands of cord using lark's head and square knots to make an easy, cute drink coaster.

Hearts of Gold Therapy Dogs

Sat, Jul 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Children's Area

Children can improve their literacy skills by reading to a therapy dog with Golden retriever Rescue of Mid-Florida. Practice with a furry friend and build your confidence. Recommended for children.

Make Art and Be Well: Altered Books

Sat, Jul 27, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Conference Room

Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud great literature with others each week. Facilitator-led in partnership with the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and Southwest Library. 18+

Sat, Jul 27, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Bring your imagination and join us to discover the possibilities of altered books with instructor Kathy Boyle. All materials provided. May bring copies of photos or mementos to use. Ages 18+

Sewing Open Lab

Sat, Jul 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Technology Classroom

Sewing machines and cutting mats are here for you to create your project. Participants are required to bring their own materials. Machine sewing skills are required.

Mama Gansa

Mon, Jul 29, 11:00am - 11:30am

A Spanish immersion Mother Goose on the Loose with interactive songs, rhymes and activities to grow your baby's early literacy and Spanish skills! Recommended for ages 0-18 months.