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Water Heroes vs the MESS!
2024-10-08 16:00:00 2024-10-08 17:00:00 America/New_York Water Heroes vs the MESS! Join the fight to reduce the mess that is polluting our waters. Learn what to throw out, what to recycle, and ways to reduce your waste. Presented by the City of Ocoee. Recommended for ages 6-12. West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center - West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Tuesday, October 08
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-10-08 16:00:00 2024-10-08 17:00:00 America/New_York Water Heroes vs the MESS! Join the fight to reduce the mess that is polluting our waters. Learn what to throw out, what to recycle, and ways to reduce your waste. Presented by the City of Ocoee. Recommended for ages 6-12. West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center - West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Join the fight to reduce the mess that is polluting our waters. Learn what to throw out, what to recycle, and ways to reduce your waste. Presented by the City of Ocoee. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Registration required.

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime | Science & Math | Education & Learning |

TAGS: | science | learning | homeschool | bb-childrens |

West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center
Phone: 407-835-7323
Hours
Mon, Sep 30 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Oct 01 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Oct 02 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Oct 03 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Oct 04 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Oct 06 1:00PM to 6:00PM
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About the branch

LYNX Bus Link 125 Silver Star Rd.
LYNX Bus Link 27 Ocoee / Winter Garden

The construction of the West Oaks Branch was funded by the Library System and a Florida Library Construction Grant.

Genealogy Center Blog

Learn about the Genealogy Collection!

Upcoming events

Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine - Beginner Level
Fri, Oct 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - 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.
Registration is now closed
Handsewing: Ghost Magnet - Ages 10 - 17
Sat, Oct 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Learn the basics of handsewing to make a spooky little ghost, perfect for haunting the fridge or a locker!
Bridgerton Tea Social Hour
Sat, Oct 05, 11:30am - 12:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
You are cordially invited to a Regency extravaganza worthy of Lady Danbury. Enjoy tea, treats, and a craft while getting to know some fellow Bridgerton fans. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
This event is full
Dungeons and Dragons at the Library!
Sat, Oct 05, 2:30pm - 5:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Have you heard about D&D and want to see what it’s all about? Are you an experienced player looking for a new party? Join us at the West Oaks Library where every event is a new adventure!
Handsewing: Halloween Hair Clips - Ages 10 - 17
Sat, Oct 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Need a last minute Halloween costume? Learn the basics of handsewing to create Halloween hairclips for a quick and easy option.
Fall Pinecone Wreaths
Sun, Oct 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Create a gorgeous, natural wreath to help welcome fall into your home. Recommended for adults.
This event is full
Itsy-Bitsy Spiders
Tue, Oct 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Eek a spider! Don’t be scared. Join us for not-so-creepy, crawly crafts and stories about our eight-legged friends. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.
Water Heroes vs the MESS!
Tue, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Join the fight to reduce the mess that is polluting our waters. Learn what to throw out, what to recycle, and ways to reduce your waste. Presented by the City of Ocoee. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Wed, Oct 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
West Oaks - Back of Branch
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.
Monster Smash, Halloween Bash!
Wed, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Wear your costume and join us for ghoulish games, creepy crafts and spooky stories...if you dare! Recommended for families.
This event is full
Adult Basic Education - Improve Reading and Writing Skills
Wed, Oct 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Improve reading/writing skills, vocabulary, and comprehension for English speaking adults who are beginning-intermediate level emerging readers. Class focuses primarily on reading & writing skills. 
Storybook Fun
Thu, Oct 10, 10:15am - 10:40am
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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, Oct 10, 10:45am - 11:05am
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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.
Tiny Tales
Thu, Oct 10, 11:15am - 11:30am
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Thu, Oct 10, 11:30am - 12:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-5.
Basic English 1
Thu, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.
Microsoft Excel Level 3 - Functions & Automated Features
Thu, Oct 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow. Transfer data with ease using Excel's copy and paste features.
Basic English 2
Thu, Oct 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English to continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.
Microsoft Excel Level 4 - More Functions & Visual Tools
Thu, Oct 10, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately. Analyze data by using functions like COUNT. Visually represent your data with tools like recommended charts.
Sewing - Trick or Treat Tote Bag - Confident Beginner
Fri, Oct 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
A custom trick or treating tote to match any costume, this beginner friendly sewing project is perfect for new sewists!
This event is full
Finding Your Roots: Newspapers
Fri, Oct 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Join us as we explore how you can use newspapers to expand your family history research and learn more about your ancestors.
Plant Swap
Sat, Oct 12, 10:00am - 11:30am
West Oaks - Back of Branch
Meet other nature enthusiasts and celebrate autumn at this plant exchange. Bring your own plants and cuttings to share with others and you might walk away with a new favorite for your own garden!
Outreach Event: Story Time in the Garden
Sat, Oct 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join the West Oaks Library as we read a story and complete a craft in the beautiful and historic Nehrling Gardens. 2267 Hempel Ave Gotha, FL 34734
Outreach Event: Teen Book Club
Sat, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens age 13-18, join the West Oaks Library at Ocoee Book Rack for a Stress-Free Book Club. – 125 W McKey St, Ocoee, FL 34761
Storybook Fun
Thu, Oct 17, 10:15am - 10:40am
West Oaks - Children's Area
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, Oct 17, 10:45am - 11:05am
West Oaks - Children's Area
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.
Tiny Tales
Thu, Oct 17, 11:15am - 11:30am
West Oaks - Children's Area
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.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Thu, Oct 17, 11:30am - 12:30pm
West Oaks - Children's Area
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-5.
Microsoft Excel - Data Management Level 1
Thu, Oct 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Learn how to use advanced sort and filter options; apply data validation and other data tools to organize your data.
Microsoft Excel - Data Management Level 2
Thu, Oct 17, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Learn how to apply data subtotals, outlines, data consolidation and conditional formatting to organize your data.
Sewing - Fabric Pumpkin - Confident Beginner
Fri, Oct 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Use beginner sewing skills to make a cute seasonal decoration!
This event is full
Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine - Ages 10 - 12
Sat, Oct 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - 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.
Cancelled
Storybook Fun
Thu, Oct 24, 10:15am - 10:40am
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.
Cancelled
Toddler Time
Thu, Oct 24, 10:45am - 11:05am
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.
Cancelled
Tiny Tales
Thu, Oct 24, 11:15am - 11:30am
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.
Cancelled
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Thu, Oct 24, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-5.
Social Worker @ the Library
Fri, Oct 25, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Our social worker is on-site to assist customers with social and government services on the 4th Friday of the month. Walk-in appointments are available on a first come first service basis.
Family Storytime
Sun, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
West Oaks - Children's Area
Storytime is the right time for family time. Reading together is a wonderful way to bond and learn from one another. Bring your families together for fun stories that are designed for all ages.
Character Mailbox
Wed, Oct 30, All day
Stop by to write a postcard to our character of the month. Then drop it in our mailbox. This month's character is your favorite dog!
Cancelled
Storybook Fun
Thu, Oct 31, 10:15am - 10:40am
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.
Cancelled
Toddler Time
Thu, Oct 31, 10:45am - 11:05am
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.
Cancelled
Tiny Tales
Thu, Oct 31, 11:15am - 11:30am
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.
Cancelled
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Thu, Oct 31, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-5.
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