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Bubble Playtime

2019-12-23 10:30:00 2019-12-23 11:00:00 America/New_York Bubble Playtime Help your child with their motor development skills in this interactive bubble class. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers. Southwest Branch -

Monday, December 23
10:30am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2019-12-23 10:30:00 2019-12-23 11:00:00 America/New_York Bubble Playtime Help your child with their motor development skills in this interactive bubble class. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers. Southwest Branch -

Help your child with their motor development skills in this interactive bubble class. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Any person requiring special accommodations to participate in any class or event due to a disability may arrange for accommodations by contacting the location at which the event is held at least seven days prior to the event.

Southwest Branch

Phone: 407-835-7323

Hours
Mon, Mar 18 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Mar 19 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Mar 20 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Mar 21 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Mar 22 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Mar 23 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Mar 24 Closed

About the branch

The Southwest Branch opened on March 21, 1989 in a beautiful Mediterranean style building designed by Schweizer and Associates Architecture Firm, who also designed the Orlando Public Library. Serving the Dr. Phillips and Metrowest communities, Southwest is near International Drive and the attractions. Southwest is a popular place for local adults, children, students and tourists.

Read the Southwest blog often for more information on upcoming programs for children and adults, book news and book club discussions, technology classes, art exhibits, new library materials, and more. Email us your suggestions or questions; or post a comment. Let us hear from you!

Upcoming events

Tue, Mar 19, 7:00am - 7:00pm
Voting will take place from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Tue, Mar 19, 11:00am - 11:45am
How do shadows work? Follow Bear in this interactive storytime as he discovers how shadows are created. Recommended for families with children ages 3 to 5 years old.

Wed, Mar 20, 11:00am - 11:45am
Ahoy! Toddlers will engage in stories and songs about boats and participate in a fun activity using fine motor skills to reinforce what they have learned. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Canceled
Wed, Mar 20, 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.

Thu, Mar 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Thu, Mar 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.

Thu, Mar 21, 11:00am - 11:25am
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, Mar 21, 11:00am - 11:45am
Technology Classroom
Take an adventure inside a computer! Build your own paper laptop from the inside out while learning what makes a computer work.

Thu, Mar 21, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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.

Thu, Mar 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Technology Classroom
Build your LEGO Designs on the computer with this easy to use free software. Create custom designs by snapping virtual bricks together. Print instructions or share your builds with friends online.

Fri, Mar 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
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.

Sat, Mar 23, 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.

Canceled
Sat, Mar 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Explore the basics of radio electronics using Snap Circuits. While you learn the basic science of radio waves and build a functioning AM or FM radio.

Sat, Mar 23, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room
Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud a book with others each week. Facilitator-led in partnership with the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and Southwest Library. 18+

Canceled
Sat, Mar 23, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Let's play a Dungeons & Dragons Adventure! Choose a premade character to embark on a one-shot campaign full of mystery, puzzles, monsters, and portals.

Canceled
Mon, Mar 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.

Canceled
Mon, Mar 25, 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.

Canceled
Mon, Mar 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Come participate in math, science, history, art and literature-based learning to support your child's homeschool curriculum. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Canceled
Tue, Mar 26, 10:15am - 12:00pm
Start crocheting today! Learn basic techniques while creating your first project, a bookmark for your favorite read. Techniques include creating a slip knot, chaining, and single crochet stitches.

Canceled
Tue, Mar 26, 11:00am - 11:45am
Travel with us on a virtual road trip across Florida. Preschoolers will learn what makes our state cool through educational activities, stories and a craft. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Canceled
Tue, Mar 26, 12:45pm - 2:45pm
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.

Wed, Mar 27, 10:15am - 11:45am
Technology Classroom
Learn how to record different types of business transactions such as posting accounts payable and accounts receivable. Also, generate financial reports for your company.

Wed, Mar 27, 11:00am - 11:45am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Cruise down to the library for a staycation luau with plenty of tropical island fun for your little ones. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Wed, Mar 27, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Technology Classroom
Start crocheting today! Learn basic techniques while creating your first project, a bookmark for your favorite read. Techniques include creating a slip knot, chaining, and single crochet stitches.
This event is full

Wed, Mar 27, 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.

Thu, Mar 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Thu, Mar 28, 10:15am - 11:15am
Technology Classroom
Learn publication concepts and terminology. Become familiar with the environment and explore pre-defined templates, formatting options and adding business information.

Thu, Mar 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.

Thu, Mar 28, 11:00am - 11:25am
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, Mar 28, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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.

Thu, Mar 28, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Technology Classroom
Learn how to work with master pages, headers and footers, and how to customize your publications. Recommended Audience: Adult

Sat, Mar 30, All day
Stop by to write a postcard to our character of the month and drop it in our mailbox! The character mailbox helps encourage reading, writing, and creativity.

Sat, Mar 30, All day
Use your best detective skills to discover the secrets hidden in plain sight. Snoop around the library and enjoy fun crafts and activities. Recommended for lower and upper elementary.

Sat, Mar 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Designed to inspire even the most self-conscious person to discover their inner dancer. Move, stretch, dance to fun, energizing music while exploring jazz and modern dance combinations. Ages 18+
This event is full

Sat, Mar 30, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Technology Classroom
Craft a braided necklace using only 1 piece of cord and one type of knot.
This event is full

Sat, Mar 30, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room
Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud a book with others each week. Facilitator-led in partnership with the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and Southwest Library. 18+

Sat, Mar 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Technology Classroom
Let your pet make a fashion statement with these easy to make pet bandanas. Create a fun bandana that slides onto your pet's collar.
This event is full

Mon, Apr 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.

Mon, Apr 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.

Mon, Apr 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Come participate in math, science, history, art and literature-based learning to support your child's homeschool curriculum. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Tue, Apr 02, 10:15am - 11:45am
Technology Classroom
Level up your crocheting. Learn how to create more open fabric with new stitches. Techniques include chaining up rows, as well as double and half double crochet stitches.

Tue, Apr 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
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, Apr 02, 1:15pm - 2:30pm
Technology Classroom
Basic hand sewing skills are essential skills needed in everyday life. Learn the basic techniques to get started, including how to make a quilter's knot, thread a needle and sew a running stitch.

Wed, Apr 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.

Wed, Apr 03, 10:15am - 11:15am
Technology Classroom
Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas.

Wed, Apr 03, 11:00am - 11:45am
Help your child develop gross-motor skills in this interactive bubble party. Recommended for ages 18 - 36 months.

Wed, Apr 03, 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.

Wed, Apr 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.

Thu, Apr 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Thu, Apr 04, 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.

Thu, Apr 04, 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, Apr 04, 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.

Sat, Apr 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.

Sat, Apr 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Learn beginner line dances to all types of music and discover a great way to exercise your body and mind, and have fun. Partners not needed. Bring water. Non-stick sole shoes recommended. 18+
This event is full

Sat, Apr 06, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room
Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud a book with others each week. Facilitator-led in partnership with the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and Southwest Library. 18+

Mon, Apr 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Introduce your baby to important early literacy skills through movement, music, rhymes and stories. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Mon, Apr 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 0-5.

Mon, Apr 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Step outside and view the eclipse in real time and participate in other eclipse activities. Eclipse viewing glasses will be provided while supplies last.

Tue, Apr 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Technology Classroom
Are you stuck on a software-related project or simply need constructive ideas to get you started? Let us help! A technology trainer will be available to assist you in this open lab.

Tue, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
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, Apr 09, 12:45pm - 2:45pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
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.

Wed, Apr 10, 10:15am - 11:15am
Technology Classroom
Analyze data with COUNT functions and recommended charts. Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately. Recommended Audience: Adult

Wed, Apr 10, 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.

Wed, Apr 10, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Technology Classroom
Format workbooks with frozen panes, headers and themes. Customize worksheets with sheet names, color coding and hidden sheets. Print your data for perfect reports and presentations.

Wed, Apr 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.

Thu, Apr 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Thu, Apr 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.

Thu, Apr 11, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Technology Classroom
Learn about the functionality of Photoshop and explore the environment. Become familiar with using selection and editing tools.

Thu, Apr 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, Apr 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.

Thu, Apr 11, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Technology Classroom
Learn how to use layers, layer masks, free transform tools, and text tools. Become familiar with adding basic effects to images.

Fri, Apr 12, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Join us for the 17th Annual Southwest Author Series featuring bestselling author, Lauren Groff. Presented in partnership with the Rotary Club of Dr. Phillips. Book sale and signing to follow.

Sat, Apr 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Technology Classroom
Celebrate National Library Week with a cute corner bookmark.

Sat, Apr 13, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room
Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud a book with others each week. Facilitator-led in partnership with the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and Southwest Library. 18+

Sat, Apr 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Technology Classroom
Reading the hieroglyphics on a sewing pattern can be quite intimidating. Learn to read a professional sewing pattern, how to layout fabric and prepare material for a project.

Mon, Apr 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
Help boost your child's pre-literacy skills as you clap, bounce and sing along together to favorite nursery rhymes with an ocean theme. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Mon, Apr 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, Apr 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Come participate in math, science, history, art and literature-based learning to support your child's homeschool curriculum. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Mon, Apr 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Inside the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA
Join us this month at Foxtail Coffee Co. in Dr. Phillips YMCA for a deep dive into the podcast Weight For It. Host Ronald Young Jr. discusses what we tend to avoid when it comes to our bodies. 18+

Tue, Apr 16, 10:15am - 12:00pm
Technology Classroom
Learn and advance your skills while knitting an adorable hedgehog. Skills we will learn include working on double pointed needles, make 1 increases, and working in the round.

Tue, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
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, Apr 16, 1:15pm - 2:15pm
Technology Classroom
Get up and running with computers. Learn how to navigate the computer desktop and how to perform various techniques in manipulating windows using basic mouse and keyboard techniques.

Wed, Apr 17, 10:15am - 11:15am
Technology Classroom
Calculate your data with formulas and functions. Use the Function Library to find the best fit for your project. Insert financial, logical, lookup, math and text functions.

Wed, Apr 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Wiggle, squiggle, dance and clap with stories and songs that invite play and motor movement. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Wed, Apr 17, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Technology Classroom
Automate everyday tasks with macros. Record data entry and formatting. Insert and modify objects to run macros without coding.

Wed, Apr 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Join us as Elder Law Attorney, Elizabeth Bertrand with Palumbo & Bertrand of Orlando discusses avoiding probate, advantages of a wills; benefits of trusts; having directives; and estate planning.

Wed, Apr 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.

Thu, Apr 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Thu, Apr 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.

Thu, Apr 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Technology Classroom
Learn how to add layer styles, custom shapes, gradients, and photo filters. Become familiar with adding advanced effects to images.

Thu, Apr 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, Apr 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.

Thu, Apr 18, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Technology Classroom
Learn how to apply common image editing techniques used to retouch and restore photographs.