Southwest Film Club

Mon, Mar 20, 11:00am - 11:30am

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for babies.

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In-Person: Hand Sewing Sashiko - Flowers (Beginner Level)

Mon, Mar 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Come and participate in math, science, history, art and literature-based learning to support your child's homeschool curriculum. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Tue, Mar 21, 10:15am - 12:15pm

Technology Classroom

Learn to stitch using Sashiko hand sewing techniques. This Japanese hand sewing technique uses the simple running stitch to form geometric patterns.

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Flutter By

Tue, Mar 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

From crawling caterpillar legs to colorful wings, flutter by to explore the lives of beautiful butterflies. Recommended for ages 3-5.

In-Person: Resume Writing

Tue, Mar 21, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Technology Classroom

Bring your resume to the top of the pile. Learn how to plan, create, and format a professional-looking resume using built-in templates in Microsoft Word and library resources.

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In-Person: Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1

Wed, Mar 22, 10:15am - 11:15am

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.

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Hoppity-Hop-Hop!

Wed, Mar 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

It’s bunny time! Hop along with a story and sensory activities full of fun for every bunny. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

In-Person: Microsoft PowerPoint Level 2

Wed, Mar 22, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

Capture your audience attention with a visually compelling presentation. Learn how to insert and customize SmartArt graphics, tables, charts and video.

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Wed, Mar 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Practice speaking and listening in English. Designed for intermediate to advanced adult English learners. Increase fluency, enrich vocabulary, and gain confidence. Plus, reading and writing practice.

Wed, Mar 22, 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 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

Thu, Mar 23, 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, Mar 23, 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.

Commissioner Nicole Wilson Mobile Office Hours

Thu, Mar 23, 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 to 18 months.

Thu, Mar 23, 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Orange County District 1 Commissioner Nicole Wilson’s legislative team will be at the branch monthly to meet with constituents. To schedule an appointment, email district1@ocfl.net.

Every Child Ready to Read Caregiver Workshop

Thu, Mar 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Drop in and practice your reading skills with a teen volunteer buddy. Recommended for ages 5-8.

Fri, Mar 24, 10:30am - 11:15am

Learn about the five early literacy practices as well as tips, tricks and resources to help your child strengthen important pre-reading skills. Recommended for adults and children ages 3-5.

The Designer Is In: Design Your Space

Sat, Mar 25, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Join Rebecca Hubler, Interior Designer, as she helps homeowners and design enthusiasts understand and apply the basics of Interior Design to successfully create their own projects.

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Hearts of Gold Therapy Dogs

Sat, Mar 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Children's Area

Children can improve their reading 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.

Mother Goose on the Loose

Mon, Mar 27, 10:30am - 11:00am

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 babies 0-18 months.

Mon, Mar 27, 11:00am - 11:30am

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.

In-Person Class: Let's Knit a Cherry Pie Scarf (3-Part) - Confident Beginner

Mon, Mar 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Come and participate in math, science, history, art and literature-based learning to support your child's homeschool curriculum. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Tue, Mar 28, 10:15am - 12:00pm

Technology Classroom

Celebrate OCLS's 100th birthday by knitting the decades with us. This month's featured pattern is The Cherry Pie Scarf by Yucca. It's a quick knit with star stitch and integrated I-cord details.

Centipede's 100 Shoes

Tue, Mar 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

Help centipede put on his 100 shoes, then crawl into the celebration with stories, songs and rhymes about centipedes and other bugs in honor of the library's 100th birthday! Recommended for ages 3-5.

In-Person: Open Lab - Ask A Tech

Tue, Mar 28, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

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.

In-Person: Microsoft PowerPoint Level 3

Wed, Mar 29, 10:15am - 11:15am

Technology Classroom

Get more precise control over your presentation. Learn how to insert slide transitions, add animations and hyperlinks. Create a customized photo album with simple to use tools.

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Green Grass Grows All Around

Wed, Mar 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

There once was a tree, a pretty little tree, the prettiest little tree that you ever did see! Join us for stories, songs and activities about the greenery growing all around us.

In-Person: Microsoft PowerPoint: Create Custom Templates

Wed, Mar 29, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

Make universal style changes to all slides in your presentation. Learn how to customize a theme and to format slides through the slide master.

Wed, Mar 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Practice speaking and listening in English. Designed for intermediate to advanced adult English learners. Increase fluency, enrich vocabulary, and gain confidence. Plus, reading and writing practice.

Wed, Mar 29, 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.

In-Person: Microsoft Excel - Pivot Tables

Thu, Mar 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

Thu, Mar 30, 10:15am - 11:15am

Technology Classroom

Dread analyzing data? Simplify the process and create meaningful reports using the powerful PivotTable tools.

Thu, Mar 30, 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, Mar 30, 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.

In-Person: Microsoft Excel - Automate Tasks

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

Thu, Mar 30, 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.

Southwest Daytime Book Club: - There is Nothing for You Here

Thu, Mar 30, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Join the Southwest Daytime Book Club to discuss There is Nothing for You Here: Finding Opportunity in the 21st Century by Fiona Hill. A memoir by former foreign policy expert. 18+

Qigong Movement and Breathing

Thu, Mar 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Drop in and practice your reading skills with a teen volunteer buddy. Recommended for ages 5-8.

Fri, Mar 31, 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.

Baby Boogie

Mon, Apr 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

Introduce your baby to music and stimulate cognitive development, language learning and motor coordination. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.

Mon, Apr 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

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

In-Person Class: Let's Knit a Cherry Pie Scarf (3-Part) - Confident Beginner

Mon, Apr 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Come and participate in math, science, history, art and literature-based learning to support your child's homeschool curriculum. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Tue, Apr 04, 10:15am - 12:00pm

Technology Classroom

Celebrate OCLS's 100th birthday by knitting the decades with us. This month's featured pattern is The Cherry Pie Scarf by Yucca. It's a quick knit with star stitch and integrated I-cord details.

Sesame Street Storytime

Tue, Apr 04, 10:30am - 11:00am

Sing, dance and learn your way through the alphabet and numbers with interactive stories and activities inspired by Plaza Sésamo! Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns - Coin Stitch (Beginner Level)

Tue, Apr 04, 1:15pm - 3:00pm

Technology Classroom

Learn to stitch using Sashiko hand sewing techniques. This Japanese hand sewing technique uses the simple running stitch to form geometric patterns.

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Microsoft Excel Level 1

Wed, Apr 05, 10:15am - 11:15am

Technology Classroom

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

Toddler Playground

Wed, Apr 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

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

Microsoft Excel Level 2

Wed, Apr 05, 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 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Practice speaking and listening in English. Designed for intermediate to advanced adult English learners. Increase fluency, enrich vocabulary, and gain confidence. Plus, reading and writing practice.

Wed, Apr 05, 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 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

Thu, Apr 06, 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 06, 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.

Design with Canva - Free Design Tool: Flyers, Social Media, Presentations & more

Thu, Apr 06, 11:30am - 11:45am

Thu, Apr 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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.

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In-Person: Internet Level 1 - Fundamentals

Thu, Apr 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Drop in and practice your reading skills with a teen volunteer buddy. Recommended for ages 5-8.

Sat, Apr 08, 10:15am - 11:15am

Technology Classroom

Learn Internet concepts and terminology. Become familiar with Web browsers while surfing the Web.

Beginner Line Dancing

Sat, Apr 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Learn beginner line dances and discover a great way to exercise and have fun. Partners not needed. Nonstick sole shoes recommended. Intended for ages 15+.

In-Person: Internet Level 2 - Search Techniques

Sat, Apr 08, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

Learn about search engines and search techniques to help you find exactly what you are looking for on the Web.

Mother Goose on the Loose

Mon, Apr 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

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 babies.

Mon, Apr 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for babies.

In-Person: Hand Sewing Basics

Mon, Apr 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Come and participate in math, science, history, art and literature-based learning to support your child's homeschool curriculum. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Help the Earth

Tue, Apr 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

You're not too little to help the Earth! Let's celebrate Earth Day with stories and crafts that honor our planet. Ages 3-5.

Tue, Apr 11, 1:30pm - 2:45pm

Technology Classroom

Basic hand sewing skills are essential skills needed in everyday life. Learn the basic stitches to get started.

Microsoft Excel Level 3

Wed, Apr 12, 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

Earth Day, Hooray!

Wed, Apr 12, 10:30am - 11:00am

Celebrate Earth Day with your little one with stories, crafts and activities. After all, it’s never too early to start learning about protecting our planet! Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Microsoft Excel Level 4

Wed, Apr 12, 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 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Practice speaking and listening in English. Designed for intermediate to advanced adult English learners. Increase fluency, enrich vocabulary, and gain confidence. Plus, reading and writing practice.

Wed, Apr 12, 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 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

Microsoft 365 Basics

Thu, Apr 13, 10:15am - 11:15am

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.

Thu, Apr 13, 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 13, 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.

Microsoft OneNote Fundamentals

Thu, Apr 13, 11:30am - 11:45am

Thu, Apr 13, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

Boost your productivity with Microsoft's powerful note-taking app. Learn how to organize your pages, revise your notes and collaborate with your team.

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Keeping Seniors in the Know About Senior Living - Smarter Senior Seminar Series

Thu, Apr 13, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Drop in and practice your reading skills with a teen volunteer buddy. Recommended for ages 5-8.

Fri, Apr 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Come learn what is available as you age when that time comes to make a transition from a big footprint to a smaller footprint. Space is limited to 15 attendees. Registration required.

Mindfulness Meditation

Fri, Apr 14, 4:30pm - 5:45pm

Practice techniques of mindfulness and meditation for well-being and vibrancy. Taught by Rev. Dr. Viviana Collazo, Luminous Holistic Center. All levels welcome. Bring own mat. Chairs available. 15+

In-Person: Email Level 1 - Create an Account

Sat, Apr 15, 10:15am - 11:15am

Technology Classroom

Create a free email account. Learn how to navigate the environment, including the Inbox, the Reading pane, and the Compose area.

In-Person: Email Level 2 - Manage Your Account

Sat, Apr 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

Learn how to compose and send email messages with attachments. Become familiar with replying and forwarding messages.

Bounce Into Books

Mon, Apr 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

Introduce your baby to important early literacy skills through movement, music, rhymes and stories. Recommended for babies.

Southwest Homeschool Club

Mon, Apr 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for babies.

Mon, Apr 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Join us for math, science, history, art and literature-based learning to support your homeschool curriculum. Recommended for upper elementary.

Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns - Rosemary (Beginner Level)

Tue, Apr 18, 10:15am - 12:15pm

Technology Classroom

Learn to stitch using Sashiko hand sewing techniques. This Japanese hand sewing technique uses the simple running stitch to form geometric patterns.

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STEM 100

Tue, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:15am

What does 100 look like? How can we use 100 of something? Celebrate 100 Years of the library in STEM stations completing different activities using up to 100 items! Recommended for ages 3-5.

Computer Basics Level 1

Tue, Apr 18, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

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.

Microsoft Excel - Automate Tasks

Wed, Apr 19, 10:15am - 11:15am

Technology Classroom

Automate everyday tasks with macros. Record data entry and formatting. Insert and modify objects to run macros without coding.

Pom Pom Party

Wed, Apr 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

What can you do with a pom pom? Come party with us and discover all kinds of ways to use those fluffy, puffy pom poms! Recommended for toddlers 18-36 months.

Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine

Wed, Apr 19, 12:45pm - 1:45pm

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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Wed, Apr 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Practice speaking and listening in English. Designed for intermediate to advanced adult English learners. Increase fluency, enrich vocabulary, and gain confidence. Plus, reading and writing practice.