Dungeons and Dragons at the Library!

Thu, Jun 01, 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.

Thu, Jun 01, 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.

Canceled

Thu, Jun 01, 11:15am - 11:40am

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.

Thu, Jun 01, 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.

Lego WEDO Build a Race Car (10-12)

Thu, Jun 01, 11:45am - 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 babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

Thu, Jun 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

West Oaks - 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.

Registration is now closed

In-Person: Microsoft Excel Level 1

Thu, Jun 01, 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

Thu, Jun 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

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

This event is full

In-Person: Microsoft Excel Level 2

Thu, Jun 01, 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.

This event is full

Let's Sew: Felt Magnets

Fri, Jun 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Learn the basics of hand sewing while we create cute felt magnets! Students will learn the basics of hand sewing in this class.

This event is full

Babies en la Biblioteca

Sat, Jun 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Adventures can be had both inside the pages of a book and out. Discover new words and new worlds with your child as we sing, talk and play during storytime to connect and foster a love for reading!

Movie and a Craft

Sat, Jun 03, 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.

This event is full

Art of Henna

Sat, Jun 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

West Oaks - Ask at Desk

For more than 5,000 years, women have been using henna as a temporary way to turn their body into a work of art. Come in to have a special henna design drawn on your hand by a local young artist.

This event is full

Peruvian Music and Dance - Summer at Your Library

Mon, Jun 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

West Oaks - Ask at Desk

Learn a new dance with professional folkloric dancers from Raymi Dance School. Discover the history of Peru through this cultural dance performance. Recommended for families with children ages 0-12.

Classical Music & Painting

Mon, Jun 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Create guided art while listening to classical music and letting it influence your art. Presented by Central Florida Community Arts, a continuum of arts education and experiences for a lifetime.

Kind as a Capybara!

Tue, Jun 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Are you as kind as a capybara? Learn about the power of friendship from one of the animal kingdom’s friendliest teachers. Recommended for children ages 3-5. Registration required.

Code with Minecraft (Ages 10-12) - Minecraft Designer

Tue, Jun 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Make your own Minecraft world! Program the environment, animals and mobs. Use algorithms, functions, loops, and conditions to complete code challenges.

Code with Minecraft (Ages 7-9) - Adventurer

Tue, Jun 06, 12:15pm - 1:15pm

West Oaks - 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.

This event is full

In-Person: Mindful Start Family Yoga

Wed, Jun 07, 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 0-8.

Caribbean Carnival at the Library

Wed, Jun 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Explore the tradition and culture of Caribbean Carnival celebrations. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

This event is full

Adult Basic Education – Improve Reading and Writing Skills

Wed, Jun 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Improve reading and writing skills, vocabulary, and comprehension. This event is for adults who are beginning-intermediate level emerging readers. Class focuses primarily on reading & writing skills.

Thu, Jun 08, 10:15am - 10:30am

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Thu, Jun 08, 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.

Canceled

Thu, Jun 08, 11:15am - 11:40am

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.

Thu, Jun 08, 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.

Lego WEDO Build a Recycling Truck (10-12)

Thu, Jun 08, 11:45am - 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 babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

Thu, Jun 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

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

In-Person: Microsoft Excel Level 3

Thu, Jun 08, 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

Thu, Jun 08, 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, Jun 08, 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.

Teen Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine - Summer Sewing Saturdays (Ages 13-17)

Fri, Jun 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

West Oaks - Ask at Desk

Bring your kids to meet our local police officers and enjoy a story, cookies & milk! This is a great chance to interact with Ocoee officers in a fun and informative environment. Registration required.

Teen Board Game Meetup

Fri, Jun 09, 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.

Let's Crochet Level 1

Sat, Jun 10, 10:00am - 11:30am

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.

This event is full

Sat, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Escape From the Cosmos

Sat, Jun 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Your family is stuck on Mars! Work together to tackle cosmic challenges and puzzles. Will your family discover the launch code to blast home to earth? Recommended for families with children ages 6-14.

This event is full

Tech Exploration: Community Loom

Mon, Jun 12, 10:00am - 11:00am

West Oaks - Children's Area

In this casual learning experience students will be able to interact with a loom. Students will learn about weaving in a collaborative art project. Registration not required.

Amazing Animals - Summer at Your Library

Mon, Jun 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

West Oaks - Ask at Desk

Meet rare, threatened, and endangered species. Learn about interesting animals that can be found throughout different lands and animal conservation. Recommended for ages 0-12.

Things That Go!

Tue, Jun 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Start your engines and ride on over for a storytime on things that go! Engage in activities such as singing and playing with friends. A food craft is included, so come ready for a delicious treat!

Code with Minecraft - Hero's Journey (Ages 10-12)

Tue, Jun 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Join Alex and Steve on a Minecraft Hero's Journey! Use code to program an agent to help Alex and Steve on their journey. Use algorithms, loops, and functions to complete the code challenges.

Code with Minecraft - Voyage Aquatic (Ages 7-9)

Tue, Jun 13, 12:15pm - 1:15pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Join Alex and Steve on a Voyage Aquatic! Use code to help Alex and Steve explore the high seas. Program algorithms, loops, and conditions to complete the code challenges.

This event is full

Be a Pal to Your Pet!

Wed, Jun 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Whether they slither, swim, bark or crawl, we can learn to care for them all! Explore how to be an even greater friend to your pets as we learn pet care tips and tricks! Recommended for ages 9-12.

Adult Basic Education – Improve Reading and Writing Skills

Wed, Jun 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Improve reading and writing skills, vocabulary, and comprehension. This event is for adults who are beginning-intermediate level emerging readers. Class focuses primarily on reading & writing skills.

Chalk It Up to Art!

Thu, Jun 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

West Oaks - Ask at Desk

Slather on the sunscreen because we're taking our creativity outside! Bring color to the parking lot by using sidewalk chalk to design and decorate a spot all your own. Recommended for ages 13-18.

Thu, Jun 15, 10:15am - 10:30am

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Thu, Jun 15, 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.

Canceled

Thu, Jun 15, 11:15am - 11:40am

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.

Thu, Jun 15, 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.

Lego WEDO Build a Robotic Bee (10-12)

Thu, Jun 15, 11:45am - 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 babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

Thu, Jun 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

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

Microsoft Excel: Data Management Level 1

Thu, Jun 15, 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

Thu, Jun 15, 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, Jun 15, 5:45pm - 6:45pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Learn how to apply data subtotals, outlines, data consolidation and conditional formatting to organize your data.

Let's Crochet Level 1 - Teen (13-17)

Fri, Jun 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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.

Snack Around the World: The Netherlands

Fri, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

West Oaks - Ask at Desk

Sat, Jun 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Treat yourself to tasty snacks from a land far away! Each month we'll learn about a different culture and sample the yummiest snacks it has to offer. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

This event is full

Friends Forever

Tue, Jun 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Life is more fun with a friend by your side! Learn about friendship, friends, and things to do together! Recommended for ages 18-36 months. Registration required.

Introduction to Circuitry (Ages 10-12)

Tue, Jun 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Explore the basics of electronics while you build exciting projects with Snap Circuits. Learn the basic science of electronics and how they impact our everyday lives.

Introduction to Circuitry (Ages 7-9)

Tue, Jun 20, 12:15pm - 1:15pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Explore the basics of electronics while you build exciting projects with Snap Circuits. Learn the basic science of electronics and how they impact our everyday lives.

This event is full

Art Activist Keith Haring

Wed, Jun 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Use your artistic skills to create a masterpiece inspired by the art of Keith Haring. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

This event is full

Adult Basic Education – Improve Reading and Writing Skills

Wed, Jun 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Improve reading and writing skills, vocabulary, and comprehension. This event is for adults who are beginning-intermediate level emerging readers. Class focuses primarily on reading & writing skills.

Thu, Jun 22, 10:15am - 10:30am

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Thu, Jun 22, 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.

Canceled

Thu, Jun 22, 11:15am - 11:40am

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.

Thu, Jun 22, 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.

Lego WEDO Build a Robotic Grabber (10-12)

Thu, Jun 22, 11:45am - 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 babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

Thu, Jun 22, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

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

In-Person: Microsoft Excel - Formulas and Functions

Thu, Jun 22, 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

Thu, Jun 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

West Oaks - 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.

In-Person: Microsoft Excel - Charts

Thu, Jun 22, 5:45pm - 6:45pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Display your data in stunning charts and graphs. Insert recommended and custom charts. Edit chart data, elements and styles.

DNA Best Friends: A&T and C&G

Fri, Jun 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

West Oaks - Ask at Desk

Fri, Jun 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Learn how DNA instructs the cells in our bodies to perform specific tasks while you build an edible DNA model out of candy. Recommended for ages 9-12. Registration required.

Let's Crochet Level 2 - Beginner Level

Sat, Jun 24, 10:00am - 11:30am

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.

READing Paws

Sat, Jun 24, 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.

This event is full

Teen Sewing - Fabric Bookmarks - Summer Sewing Saturdays (Ages 13-17)

Sat, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Learn the basics of straight stitching while we make bookmarks! Perfect for beginners, all materials will be provided.

Altered Books

Sat, Jun 24, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Junk journal, scrapbook, diary? Bring your imagination and join us to discover the possibilities of altered books at this monthly workshop. Registration required. Recommended for ages 18 and up.

Family Storytime

Sun, Jun 25, 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.

Best-Tea Mugs

Sun, Jun 25, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Bring your bestie and decorate your very own friendship mugs. Recommended for adults. Registration required.

This event is full

Tech Exploration: AR Coloring

Mon, Jun 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

In this casual learning experience, students will use coloring sheets to create augmented reality friends! No registration required.

Spheres Bubble Show - Summer at Your Library

Mon, Jun 26, 11:00am - 11:30am

West Oaks - Ask at Desk

Watch Blaise Ryndes, master bubble performer, blow gigantic bubbles and create “liquid fireworks.” Listen to fun music as you are amazed by this bubble and light show. Recommended for ages 0-12.

This event is full

A Circle is Round

Tue, Jun 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Circle up for fun and friendship that never end. Learn about shapes while you socialize in this song-filled story time. Recommended for ages 18-36 months. Registration required.

Introduction to Radio Electronics (Ages 10-12)

Tue, Jun 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Explore the basics of radio electronics using Snap Circuits. Learn the basic science of radio waves and build a functioning AM or FM radio.

Introduction to Radio Electronics (Ages 7-9)

Tue, Jun 27, 12:15pm - 1:15pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

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.

This event is full

Character Mailbox

Wed, Jun 28, All day

Stop by to write a postcard to our character of the month. Then drop it in our mailbox. Our character this month is Llama Llama!

Crack the Code

Wed, Jun 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

West Oaks - Children's Area

Team up to make and break codes while learning about the life of Alan Turing. Recommended for ages 9-12.

How to Live to 100: Habits of the World’s Healthiest People - LIFE Information for Elders Branching Out Series

Wed, Jun 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Join Robin Rountree, with the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center, for a discussion on what people who are living the longest in the “Blue Zones” can teach us about living a longer life.

Adult Basic Education – Improve Reading and Writing Skills

Wed, Jun 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Improve reading and writing skills, vocabulary, and comprehension. This event is for adults who are beginning-intermediate level emerging readers. Class focuses primarily on reading & writing skills.

Thu, Jun 29, 10:15am - 10:30am

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Thu, Jun 29, 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.

Canceled

Thu, Jun 29, 11:15am - 11:40am

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.

Thu, Jun 29, 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.

Lego WEDO Build a Rescue Helicopter (10-12)

Thu, Jun 29, 11:45am - 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 babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

Thu, Jun 29, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

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

Paper Mache Jellyfish: Two Day Program

Thu, Jun 29, 3:00pm - 3:55pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Jellyfish move two centimeters per second, not quite as fast as paper-mache dries! Day one we'll begin our delicate hanging sculptures, and the next day we'll add the finishing touches.

In-Person: Microsoft Excel - Pivot Tables

Thu, Jun 29, 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

Thu, Jun 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

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

Microsoft Excel - Automate Tasks

Thu, Jun 29, 5:45pm - 6:45pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

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

Let's Embroider Level 1 - Beginner Level - Teen (13-17)

Fri, Jun 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Start hand embroidery today. Learn the basics of using a hoop and needles to create running, back and cross stitches to create a beautiful sampler.