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Crafting Dialogue for Young Adult Characters

presented by Florida SCBWI
2023-04-01 10:30:00 2023-04-01 12:00:00 America/New_York Crafting Dialogue for Young Adult Characters Engaging and well-written dialogue bring your characters to life. Author Ginny Myers Sain shares tips to pull readers into your story by creating realistic teen characters who speak from the heart. West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center - West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Saturday, April 01
10:30am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-04-01 10:30:00 2023-04-01 12:00:00 America/New_York Crafting Dialogue for Young Adult Characters Engaging and well-written dialogue bring your characters to life. Author Ginny Myers Sain shares tips to pull readers into your story by creating realistic teen characters who speak from the heart. West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center - West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Engaging and well-written dialogue bring your characters to life. Author Ginny Myers Sain shares tips to pull readers into your story by creating realistic teen characters who speak from the heart.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Authors - Books - Writing |

TAGS: | writers | ipevents | bb-writers-corner |

West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center
Phone: 407-835-7323
Hours
Mon, Mar 20 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Mar 21 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Mar 22 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Mar 23 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Mar 24 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Mar 25 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Mar 26 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.

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Learn about the Genealogy Collection!

Upcoming events

West Oaks Plant Swap
Sat, Mar 25, 10:00am - 11:30am
West Oaks - Ask at Desk
Meet other nature enthusiasts to celebrate Spring 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!
Registration is now closed
Canceled
READing Paws
Sat, Mar 25, 11:30am - 1:30pm
West Oaks - Children's Area
The Reading Education Assistance Dogs® [R.E.A.D.] program improves children’s reading and communication skills by employing a powerful method: reading to a therapy dog. Recommended for ages 6-12.
READing Paws
Sat, Mar 25, 11:30am - 1:30pm
West Oaks - Children's Area
The Reading Education Assistance Dogs® [R.E.A.D.] program improves children’s reading and communication skills by employing a powerful method: reading to a therapy dog. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Dungeons and Dragons at the Library!
Sat, Mar 25, 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 Library where every event is a new adventure! Ages 16 and up.
Registration is now closed
Family Storytime
Sun, Mar 26, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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.
Citizenship Inspired (Week 4 of 4)
Mon, Mar 27, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
During this 4-week program, students will meet once each week to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview.
AARP Income Tax Assistance 2023-BY APPOINTMENT
Tue, Mar 28, 10:00am - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Ask at Desk
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY-AARP Volunteers will provide income tax assistance. To make an appointment visit: aarp.org/taxaide. Register
Cardboard Box Play!
Tue, Mar 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Fuel your creativity with a cardboard box! Explore imaginary places with friends during an interactive storytime and free play. Recommended for toddlers ages 18-36 months. Registration required.
In-Person: Microsoft Excel - Charts
Tue, Mar 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Display your data in stunning charts and graphs. Insert recommended and custom charts. Edit chart data, elements and styles.
In-Person: Microsoft Excel - Pivot Tables
Tue, Mar 28, 12:15pm - 1:15pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Dread analyzing data? Simplify the process and create meaningful reports using the powerful PivotTable tools.
Character Mailbox
Wed, Mar 29, All day
Stop by to write a postcard to our character of the month. Then drop it in our mailbox. Our character of the month is Dr. Seuss!
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Wed, Mar 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
West Oaks - Children's Area
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.
Wonder Women - Celebrate Women’s History Month
Wed, Mar 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Marvel at the contributions of some amazing women in history with brainy trivia and brilliant activities. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Tiny Tales
Thu, Mar 30, 10:15am - 10:30am
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 to 18 months.
Toddler Time
Thu, Mar 30, 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.
Storybook Fun
Thu, Mar 30, 11:15am - 11:40am
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.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Thu, Mar 30, 11:45am - 12:30pm
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for babies, toddlers and preschoolers.
Fiber Arts Meetup with Raegan
Thu, Mar 30, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.
English from Zero
Thu, Mar 30, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
English from Zero is a series of vocabulary classes that follow the Oxford Picture Dictionary outline to address fundamental English vocabulary needed for everyday life.
This event is full
Design with Canva - Free Design Tool: Flyers, Social Media, Presentations & more
Thu, Mar 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Bring your design ideas to life with Canva, a free graphic design application. Save time by building on thousands of professional templates to create logos, flyers, social media content and more.
Microsoft 365 Basics
Thu, Mar 30, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Discover how you can use Microsoft's powerful productivity tools to connect and collaborate with your team. Learn how to access apps, store and share files.
AARP Income Tax Assistance 2023-BY APPOINTMENT
Fri, Mar 31, 10:00am - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Ask at Desk
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY-AARP Volunteers will provide income tax assistance. To make an appointment visit: aarp.org/taxaide. Register
Family Fiber Arts: Mini Cross Stitch Series
Sat, Apr 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Learn Cross Stitch techniques while creating a cute mini mermaid. Best for ages 6+. This program is intended for families, whatever family means to you!
Crafting Dialogue for Young Adult Characters - presented by Florida SCBWI
Sat, Apr 01, 10:30am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Engaging and well-written dialogue bring your characters to life. Author Ginny Myers Sain shares tips to pull readers into your story by creating realistic teen characters who speak from the heart.
Butterfly and Pollinator Gardening
Mon, Apr 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Learn how to attract the butterflies, bees and everything in between to your Florida garden! Attendees will learn the latest and safest methods for growing a garden that is pollinator friendly.
Budgeting Basics It's a Money Thing - Presented by Vystar Credit Union
Mon, Apr 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
In this program, you will learn important information about budgeting, including the 6 principles of budgeting, common misconceptions, and best practices, and you will get to create your own budget.
AARP Income Tax Assistance 2023-BY APPOINTMENT
Tue, Apr 04, 10:00am - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Ask at Desk
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY-AARP Volunteers will provide income tax assistance. To make an appointment visit: aarp.org/taxaide. Register
Little Chef: Peep Pudding Cups
Tue, Apr 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Create your own peep cup with pudding, cookies, and other yummy treats. Recommended for ages 3-5. Registration required.
This event is full
In-Person: Microsoft Word Level 1
Tue, Apr 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Create polished documents in Microsoft Word. Navigate the Word user interface and apply basic word processing techniques to create a formatted letter. Ensure readability with basic review tools.
Microsoft Word Level 2
Tue, Apr 04, 12:15pm - 1:15pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Contact your mailing list with ease. Use the Mail Merge wizard to create personalized letters and emails.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Wed, Apr 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
West Oaks - Children's Area
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.
Help! I’m Endangered!
Wed, Apr 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
What do giant pandas, gorillas and Brazilian three-toed sloths have in common? They are all endangered. Find out how as we celebrate Earth Day and all living things on our planet.
Canceled
Practice Makes Perfect
Wed, Apr 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Practice Makes Perfect are English conversation classes that are led by Adult Literacy League volunteers.
Tiny Tales
Thu, Apr 06, 10:15am - 10:30am
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 to 18 months.
Toddler Time
Thu, Apr 06, 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.
Storybook Fun
Thu, Apr 06, 11:15am - 11:40am
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.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Thu, Apr 06, 11:45am - 12:30pm
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for babies, toddlers and preschoolers.
In-Person: Let's Crochet Level 1
Thu, Apr 06, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
West Oaks - 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.
English from Zero - April, May, and June 2023
Thu, Apr 06, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
English from Zero is a series of vocabulary classes that follow the Oxford Picture Dictionary outline to address fundamental English vocabulary needed for everyday life.
In-Person: Microsoft Excel Level 1
Thu, Apr 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas.
In-Person: Microsoft Excel Level 2
Thu, Apr 06, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow.
AARP Income Tax Assistance 2023-BY APPOINTMENT
Fri, Apr 07, 10:00am - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Ask at Desk
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY-AARP Volunteers will provide income tax assistance. To make an appointment visit: aarp.org/taxaide. Register
Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine
Fri, Apr 07, 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.
This event is full
Snack Around the World: Austria
Fri, Apr 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Treat yourself to tasty snacks from a land far away! Each month we will learn about a different culture while we sample the yummiest snacks it has to offer. Recommended for ages 6-12.
This event is full
Movie and a Craft
Sat, Apr 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Children's Area
Sit back and relax during a family-friendly movie while working on a craft or coloring sheets. Recommended for families.
Breakdown of a Credit Score- It's a Money Thing - Presented by Vystar Credit Union
Mon, Apr 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
In this program, you will learn important information about what your credit score means, why it matters, how it is calculated, and how to keep track of it.
AARP Income Tax Assistance 2023-BY APPOINTMENT
Tue, Apr 11, 10:00am - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Ask at Desk
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY-AARP Volunteers will provide income tax assistance. To make an appointment visit: aarp.org/taxaide. Register
Rescue Patrol
Tue, Apr 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
All paws on deck! No job is too big; no kid is too small. We are off on a mission to learn, laugh and play with stories and activities inspired by Nick Jr.'s TV series, Paw Patrol.
In-Person: Microsoft Word Level 3
Tue, Apr 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Use templates with ease. Modify text and picture placeholders, explore paste options, format pictures and insert charts.
In-Person: Microsoft Word Level 4
Tue, Apr 11, 12:15pm - 1:15pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Create professional reports. Unify formatting with Themes and shading, organize topics with titles and headers, and distribute the finished document through printing and sharing options.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Wed, Apr 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
West Oaks - Children's Area
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.
The Red Pyramid
Wed, Apr 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Dive into Egyptology and explore hieroglyphics, pyramids, amulets and ancient Egyptian history. Based on The Kane Chronicles by Rick Riordan. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
Canceled
Practice Makes Perfect
Wed, Apr 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Practice Makes Perfect are English conversation classes that are led by Adult Literacy League volunteers.
Tiny Tales
Thu, Apr 13, 10:15am - 10:30am
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 to 18 months.
Toddler Time
Thu, Apr 13, 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.
Storybook Fun
Thu, Apr 13, 11:15am - 11:40am
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.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Thu, Apr 13, 11:45am - 12:30pm
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for babies, toddlers and preschoolers.
In-Person: Let's Crochet Level 2 - Beginner Level
Thu, Apr 13, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
West Oaks - 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.
English from Zero - April, May, and June 2023
Thu, Apr 13, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
English from Zero is a series of vocabulary classes that follow the Oxford Picture Dictionary outline to address fundamental English vocabulary needed for everyday life.
In-Person: Microsoft Excel Level 3
Thu, Apr 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
West Oaks - 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
In-Person: Microsoft Excel Level 4
Thu, Apr 13, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
West Oaks - 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.
AARP Income Tax Assistance 2023-BY APPOINTMENT
Fri, Apr 14, 10:00am - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Ask at Desk
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY-AARP Volunteers will provide income tax assistance. To make an appointment visit: aarp.org/taxaide. Register
Teen Board Game Meetup
Fri, Apr 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Leave Monopoly at home! Come learn a new board game or revisit some unique favorites. Games and snacks will be provided. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.
Family Fiber Arts: Mini Cross Stitch Series
Sat, Apr 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Learn Cross Stitch techniques while creating a cute mini mermaid. Best for ages 6+. This program is intended for families, whatever family means to you!
100 Years of Art
Sat, Apr 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Explore art styles through the decades as we celebrate the library’s 100th birthday! Recommended for families with children 6 and up. Registration required.
Emergency Fund Boot Camp- It's a Money Thing - Presented by Vystar Credit Union
Mon, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
In this program, you will learn the importance of preparing for the unknown by setting funds aside for an emergency, knowing how much to have in an emergency fund, and tips to set money aside.
AARP Income Tax Assistance 2023-BY APPOINTMENT
Tue, Apr 18, 10:00am - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Ask at Desk
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY-AARP Volunteers will provide income tax assistance. To make an appointment visit: aarp.org/taxaide. Register
Earth Day, Hooray!
Tue, Apr 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
It’s never too early to start learning about protecting our planet! Enjoy nature-friendly stories, crafts and activities with your little one. Recommended for ages 18-36 months. Registration required.
In-Person: Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1
Tue, Apr 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Identify the basic features and tools to get you started. Learn how to create a presentation by using templates, text, and picture files.
In-Person: Microsoft PowerPoint Level 2
Tue, Apr 18, 12:15pm - 1:15pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Capture your audience attention with a visually compelling presentation. Learn how to insert and customize SmartArt graphics, tables, charts and video.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Wed, Apr 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
West Oaks - Children's Area
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.
Wild Earth: Volcanoes
Wed, Apr 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Did you know that every week we have at least one volcano erupt on planet earth? Together we will experiment and learn more fun facts about volcanoes! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
Practice Makes Perfect
Wed, Apr 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Practice Makes Perfect are English conversation classes that are led by Adult Literacy League volunteers.
Tiny Tales
Thu, Apr 20, 10:15am - 10:30am
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 to 18 months.
Toddler Time
Thu, Apr 20, 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.
Storybook Fun
Thu, Apr 20, 11:15am - 11:40am
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.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Thu, Apr 20, 11:45am - 12:30pm
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for babies, toddlers and preschoolers.
In-Person: Let's Crochet in the Round - Beginner Level
Thu, Apr 20, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Add to your project possibilities by crocheting in the round! Create amigurumi, hats, bowls and more. Learn how to create circles with increase stitches and use stitch markers to track your work.
English from Zero - April, May, and June 2023
Thu, Apr 20, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
English from Zero is a series of vocabulary classes that follow the Oxford Picture Dictionary outline to address fundamental English vocabulary needed for everyday life.
In-Person: Microsoft Excel: Data Management Level 1
Thu, Apr 20, 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, Apr 20, 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 Open Lab
Fri, Apr 21, 10:00am - 11:30am
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Come to the library for open sewing time. All the tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own patterns and materials.
READing Paws
Sat, Apr 22, 11:30am - 1:30pm
West Oaks - Children's Area
The Reading Education Assistance Dogs® [R.E.A.D.] program improves children’s reading and communication skills by employing a powerful method: reading to a therapy dog. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Dungeons and Dragons at the Library!
Sat, Apr 22, 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 Library where every event is a new adventure! Ages 16 and up.
Family Storytime
Sun, Apr 23, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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.
Fooling Identity Theft- It's a Money Thing - Presented by Vystar Credit Union
Mon, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
In this program, you will learn how to safeguard your personal information and the warning signs to look for to ensure you are being a victim of identity theft.
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