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Never Pet a Porcupine
2023-07-12 10:30:00 2023-07-12 11:30:00 America/New_York Never Pet a Porcupine Explore textures from fluffy cotton balls to soft feathers and sticky paint with porcupine. We'll experience it all in this storytime with books, songs, activities and more! Recommended for ages 3-5. Winter Garden Branch - Winter Garden - Program Area

Wednesday, July 12
10:30am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2023-07-12 10:30:00 2023-07-12 11:30:00 America/New_York Never Pet a Porcupine Explore textures from fluffy cotton balls to soft feathers and sticky paint with porcupine. We'll experience it all in this storytime with books, songs, activities and more! Recommended for ages 3-5. Winter Garden Branch - Winter Garden - Program Area

Winter Garden Branch

Winter Garden - Program Area

Explore textures from fluffy cotton balls to soft feathers and sticky paint with porcupine. We'll experience it all in this storytime with books, songs, activities and more! Recommended for ages 3-5.

AGE GROUP: | Preschoolers |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime | Games & Activities | Education & Learning | Arts & Crafting | Animals & Pets |

TAGS: | summer-early-learning | preschool | bb-early-learning-preschool | animals |

Winter Garden Branch
Phone: 407-835-7323
Hours
Mon, Sep 09 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Sep 10 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Sep 11 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Sep 12 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Sep 13 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 14 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Sep 15 Closed
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About the branch

LYNX Bus Link 105 West Colonial

LYNX Bus Link 612 NeighborLink 612 / Winter Garden

The Winter Garden Branch has all the charm of a small town library plus all of the resources available through the Orange County Library System. It is the westernmost branch in Orange County. Noted for friendly and helpful staff, the branch is now serving a third generation of patrons.

Upcoming events

Cancelled
Little Lit Classics
Mon, Sep 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Introduce your toddler to classic literature through basic concepts by exploring colors, shapes, and counting from Jungle Book and more. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.
Cancelled
Read to Sydney
Mon, Sep 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Read to Sydney is an organization of local therapy dogs that encourages children to practice their reading skills with an attentive furry listener. All ages are welcome.
Crafternoons
Mon, Sep 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Get ready for an hour of crafting fun with friends! Registration Requested. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Open House - Hamlin Elementary - K - 5th
Mon, Sep 09, 5:15pm - 6:45pm
Cafeteria
Find out about library services.
Knit in Color (3-part Series) - Confident Beginner to Intermediate Level
Tue, Sep 10, 10:00am - 11:45am
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Looking to add some color to your needles? Learn various techniques to broaden your knitting skills and achieve endless possibilities for creating vibrant designs.
This event is full
Letter A is Awesome!
Tue, Sep 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Enjoy stories and engage in hands-on activities that show how AWESOME the letter A really is! Recommended for Preschoolers.
Basic English 2
Tue, Sep 10, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.
DIY Drum Circle
Tue, Sep 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Join us in creating your own tiny drum while we make music together and explore the history of drum circles! Supplies are limited. Registration required. Program for families- all ages welcome.
This event is full
Internet Level 1 - Fundamentals
Wed, Sep 11, 10:15am - 11:15am
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Learn Internet concepts and terminology. Become familiar with Web browsers while surfing the Web.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Sep 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Help your child develop key early-literacy skills through music, movement, and stories in this bilingual storytime featuring books and songs in English and Spanish. Ages 2 - 5.
STEAM Free Play Jr.
Wed, Sep 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Explore, discover, and learn with STEAM-related toys! Help your child build observation skills, boost creativity, and develop critical thinking while engaging in STEAM-based play. Ages 2-5.
Internet Level 2 - Search Techniques
Wed, Sep 11, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Learn about search engines and search techniques to help you find exactly what you are looking for on the Web.
Winter Garden Chess Club - Free Play
Wed, Sep 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Join us for a game of chess. Whether you are a beginner, novice, or master all experience is welcome. Recommended for ages 8 to 15.
Homeschool: The Joy of Failure
Thu, Sep 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Have you ever made a mistake? Learn about how to persevere in difficult situations and how failures lead to discoveries and inventions through a storytime and poetry. Recommended for ages 6-8.
Homeschool Tech: Digital Sculpting - (Ages 10-16)
Thu, Sep 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Create detailed sculptures in a digital environment. Learn to use ZbrushCoreMini and the intuitive brushes and tools to create amazing artwork.
Microsoft Excel Level 3
Thu, Sep 12, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Analyze data with COUNT functions and recommended charts. Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately. Recommended Audience: Adult
Winter Garden Book Club
Thu, Sep 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Please join us for a lively book discussion about the book selection of the month, Tom Lake by Ann Patchett.
Learn to Crochet: Level 1 & Beyond - Beginner Level Series
Fri, Sep 13, 10:15am - 12:15pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Love the idea of crochet - don't know where to start? Join this introductory series, learn the basics and create a modern scarf! **Students must bring own tools & yarn after first class**
Registration is now closed
Storybook Fun
Fri, Sep 13, 10:15am - 10:40am
Winter Garden - Program 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
Fri, Sep 13, 10:45am - 11:10am
Winter Garden - Program 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
Fri, Sep 13, 11:15am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program 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
Fri, Sep 13, 11:35am - 12:00pm
Winter Garden - Program 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.
Unreal Engine Hour of Code Level 2
Fri, Sep 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Learn the basics of game design in one of the world's premier development engines. In this class learn how to animate and move objects by sequencing and creating loops.
Microsoft Excel Level 1
Sat, Sep 14, 10:15am - 11:15am
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas.
Microsoft Excel Level 2
Sat, Sep 14, 11:25am - 12:25pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow.
Microsoft Excel Level 3
Sat, Sep 14, 12:35pm - 1:35pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Analyze data with COUNT functions and recommended charts. Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately. Recommended Audience: Adult
Cancelled
Teen Art Jam - CD Art
Sat, Sep 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Compete to create the best themed crafts with provided supplies in an hour. Winning crafts will receive a prize and be displayed at the Winter Garden Branch for a month. Recommended for ages 13-18.
Crafternoons
Mon, Sep 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Get ready for an hour of crafting fun with friends! Registration Requested. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Panes for Pages
Mon, Sep 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Learn about the history and creation of stained glass while utilizing paint and liquid leading to make your own "stained glass" bookmark! Recommended for ages 18 and up.
This event is full
Cookies & Milk with a Cop
Tue, Sep 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Bring your kids to meet our local police officers and enjoy a story, cookies and milk! This series will be a great chance to interact with Winter Garden officers in a fun environment.
Basic English 2
Tue, Sep 17, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.
Books and a Treat
Tue, Sep 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Discover your new favorite title with a book-tasting. Find a new book and try a few treats. Recommended for 9-12.
Microsoft Word Level 1
Wed, Sep 18, 10:15am - 11:15am
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
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.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Sep 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Help your child develop key early-literacy skills through music, movement, and stories in this bilingual storytime featuring books and songs in English and Spanish. Ages 2 - 5.
Sensory Free Play
Wed, Sep 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Explore, discover, and learn through sensory play! Encourage your child to build motor skills, boost creativity, and develop independent thinking while engaging in sensory-based play. Ages 2-5.
Microsoft Excel Level 1
Wed, Sep 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas.
Outreach Event: Horizon West Book Club - 16150 Pebble Bluff Loop, Winter Garden, FL, 34787.
Wed, Sep 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Join OCLS at the Waterleigh clubhouse for our monthly book club. Coffee and snacks will be provided! No registration required. Location: 16150 Pebble Bluff Loop, Winter Garden, FL, 34787.
Riddles in the Dark
Wed, Sep 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Learn how to compose riddles while listening to a dramatic reading of The Hobbit and making fun bookmark crafts with the Elvish language! Recommended for ages 9 - 12.
Microsoft Word Level 3
Wed, Sep 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Use templates with ease. Modify text and picture placeholders, explore paste options, format pictures and insert charts.
Microsoft Word Level 4
Wed, Sep 18, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
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.
Jumpin' Jubilee
Thu, Sep 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Celebrate the joy of birthdays with stories, songs, dancing, and crafts! Recommended for ages 18-36 months.
Microsoft Excel - Data Management
Thu, Sep 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Learn how to use advanced sort and filter options; apply data validation and other data tools to organize your data.
Microsoft Excel - Pivot Tables
Thu, Sep 19, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Dread analyzing data? Simplify the process and create meaningful reports using the powerful PivotTable tools. Learn how to create and customize PivotTables and PivotCharts using Microsoft Excel.
Car Seat Safety
Fri, Sep 20, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Winter Garden - Ask at Desk
3 out of 4 car seats are installed & used incorrectly! Certified Technicians from Safe Kids Orange County will be available to check your car seat on a first come, first serve basis.
Storybook Fun
Fri, Sep 20, 10:15am - 10:40am
Winter Garden - Program 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
Fri, Sep 20, 10:45am - 11:10am
Winter Garden - Program 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
Fri, Sep 20, 11:15am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program 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
Fri, Sep 20, 11:35am - 12:00pm
Winter Garden - Program 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.
Unreal Engine Hour of Code Level 3
Fri, Sep 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Learn the basics of game design in one of the world's premier development engines. Learn about how to change all types of variables in this class and be introduced to Blueprint visual coding method.
Pokémon TCG - Game and Trade (Ages 9+) - Monthly Meet-up
Sat, Sep 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
You can be the very best Pokémon trainer. Meet with other Pokémon TCG (Trading Card Game) enthusiasts at this meetup. Play with your own deck or trade cards with other players to build better a deck.
Crafternoons
Mon, Sep 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Get ready for an hour of crafting fun with friends! Registration Requested. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Fall Festival
Tue, Sep 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Celebrate fall with stories, games and activities featuring apples, pumpkins and autumn leaves. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Basic English 2
Tue, Sep 24, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.
World Traveler: South America
Tue, Sep 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Become a world traveler! Take a trip to South America with fun trivia, activities and crafts. Recommended for ages 6-8.
Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1
Wed, Sep 25, 10:15am - 11:15am
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Identify the basic features and tools to get you started. Learn how to create a presentation by using templates, text, and picture files.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Sep 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Help your child develop key early-literacy skills through music, movement, and stories in this bilingual storytime featuring books and songs in English and Spanish. Ages 2 - 5.
STEAM Free Play Jr.
Wed, Sep 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Explore, discover, and learn with STEAM-related toys! Help your child build observation skills, boost creativity, and develop critical thinking while engaging in STEAM-based play. Ages 2-5.
Outreach Event: Storytime in Horizon West - 15572 Marina Bay Drive, Winter Garden, FL, 34787
Wed, Sep 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join OCLS for our monthly Storytime and craft in the Waterleigh phase 1 clubhouse. Recommended ages 0-4. No registration required. Location: 15572 Marina Bay Drive, Winter Garden, FL, 34787
Winter Garden Chess Club - Free Play
Wed, Sep 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Join us for a game of chess. Whether you are a beginner, novice, or master all experience is welcome. Recommended for ages 8 to 15.
Super Service Dogs
Wed, Sep 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Did you know dogs can have jobs too? Learn about the different kinds of tasks service dogs are trained to do, create a themed craft, and meet a real-life service dog! Recommended for ages 6-8.
Outreach event: Horizon West Kids Book Club - 16150 Pebble Bluff Loop, Winter Garden, FL, 34787.
Wed, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
OCLS has a book club for kids in Horizon West. Join us each month at the Waterleigh phase 2 clubhouse as we discuss our books of the month. Recommended ages 7+. No Registration required.
Orange County's COACH Program: Health Screenings
Thu, Sep 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
The County Outreach Awareness Community Health Team will provide health screenings for adults. Including blood pressure, sugar checks, cholesterol checks and will provide health education if needed.
Homeschool Tech: Let's Paint Miniatures - (Ages 10-16)
Thu, Sep 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Miniature painting is a wondrous art form. Learn the basics of miniature painting. Paint a miniature for use in D&D or other popular tabletop role-playing games. Ages 10-16 Event.
In-Person: QuickBooks Online Level 1
Thu, Sep 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Learn the basic features of QuickBooks Online to get you started in organizing your business finances.
In-Person: QuickBooks Online Level 2
Thu, Sep 26, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Learn about simple transactions workflow and other quick tricks. Recommended Audience: Adult
Learn to Crochet: Level 1 & Beyond - Beginner Level Series
Fri, Sep 27, 10:15am - 12:15pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Love the idea of crochet - don't know where to start? Join this introductory series, learn the basics and create a modern scarf! **Students must bring own tools & yarn after first class**
Registration is now closed
Storybook Fun
Fri, Sep 27, 10:15am - 10:40am
Winter Garden - Program 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
Fri, Sep 27, 10:45am - 11:10am
Winter Garden - Program 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
Fri, Sep 27, 11:15am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program 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
Fri, Sep 27, 11:35am - 12:00pm
Winter Garden - Program 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.
Exploring Your Library Card Benefits - Beyond the Books
Fri, Sep 27, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Are you new to the system or have been a long-time customer? This class is for you. Learn about ALL the benefits your OCLS library card provides beyond the books.
Let's Paint Sci-Fi Miniatures - (Ages 13+)
Sat, Sep 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Miniature painting is a wondrous art form. Learn the basics of miniature painting. Paint a miniature for use in D&D or other popular tabletop role-playing games. Ages 13+ Event.
This event is full
Teen Art Jam - Surrealist Self Portrait
Sat, Sep 28, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Compete to create the best themed crafts with provided supplies in an hour. Winning crafts will receive a prize and be displayed at the Winter Garden Branch for a month. Recommended for ages 13-18.
Mexican Folk Art
Mon, Sep 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Celebrate Mexican Independence Day and Hispanic Heritage Month by creating your own craft honoring Mexican folk art. Recommended for kids ages 11+.
Crafternoons
Mon, Sep 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Get ready for an hour of crafting fun with friends! Registration Requested. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Monster Trouble
Tue, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Did you know that monsters can be silly, spooky, and not-too-scary? Explore monster trouble with stories, crafts, and your creativity! Recommended for preschoolers.
Basic English 2
Tue, Oct 01, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.
World Traveler: South America
Tue, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Become a world traveler! Take a trip to South America with fun trivia, activities, and crafts. Recommended for ages 6-8.
Computer Basics Level 1 - Getting Started with Windows
Wed, Oct 02, 10:15am - 11:15am
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
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.
Registration opens Monday, September 16 2024 at 9:00am
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Help your child develop key early-literacy skills through music, movement, and stories in this bilingual storytime featuring books and songs in English and Spanish. Ages 2 - 5.
Sensory Free Play
Wed, Oct 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Explore, discover, and learn through sensory play! Encourage your child to build motor skills, boost creativity, and develop independent thinking while engaging in sensory-based play. Ages 2-5.
Computer Basics Level 2 - Creating & Saving Files
Wed, Oct 02, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Get your computer skills racing. Learn how to create, rename, delete, and organize files and folders on your computer.
Registration opens Monday, September 16 2024 at 9:00am
Microsoft Word Level 1 - Creating Documents
Wed, Oct 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Create polished documents in Microsoft Word. Navigate the user interface and apply basic word processing techniques to create a formatted letter. Learn important actions like copy, cut, and paste.
Microsoft Word Level 2 - Enhancing Documents
Wed, Oct 02, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Explore Microsoft Word's proofing features like the spelling and grammar check. Use and modify Word templates with ease. Enhance your document by inserting and formatting pictures.
B is for Bailar
Thu, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Winter Garden - Program Area
¡Azúcar! Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with a music appreciation storytime for all little ones. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.
Bingo for Seniors
Thu, Oct 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Do you love Bingo? Come play with us! Meet new people, listen to music and play for your chance to win a fun prize! Designed for seniors.
Cauldrons Bubble
Thu, Oct 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Scale of dragon, tooth of wolf, witches’ mummy, maw and gulf. Intriguing ingredients combine to make bewitching brews and potions. Recommended for ages 6-8.
Microsoft Excel Level 1
Thu, Oct 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas.
Registration opens Monday, September 16 2024 at 9:00am
Microsoft Excel Level 2
Thu, Oct 03, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow.
Registration opens Monday, September 16 2024 at 9:00am
Storybook Fun
Fri, Oct 04, 10:15am - 10:40am
Winter Garden - Program 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.
Ask a Tech for Seniors
Fri, Oct 04, 10:15am - 11:15am
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
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.
Toddler Time
Fri, Oct 04, 10:45am - 11:10am
Winter Garden - Program 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
Fri, Oct 04, 11:15am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program 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
Fri, Oct 04, 11:35am - 12:00pm
Winter Garden - Program 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.
Zettelkasten & Digital Note Taking
Fri, Oct 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Boost your productivity in the digital age with the note-taking method Zettelkasten along with other tips, tricks, and programs available.
Winter Garden Knitting Circle & Festive Stocking KAL - Intermediate / Advanced
Sat, Oct 05, 10:15am - 12:15pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Join us for a fun & festive knit-a-long (KAL). We'll learn the basics of knitting socks by knitting a holiday stocking and create a treasured keepsake by choosing your own design!
Registration is now closed
Teen Volunteering
Sat, Oct 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
High school students will earn one hour of community service by assembling craft kits for the library. Recommended for ages 13-19.
Writer's Meetup
Sat, Oct 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Attend an hour-long workshop with local writers as we brainstorm ideas, discuss writing methods, and give constructive feedback. Submissions must be sent ahead of time. Recommended for adults.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Mon, Oct 07, 10:15am - 10:45am
Winter Garden - Program 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.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Mon, Oct 07, 11:15am - 11:45am
Winter Garden - Program 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.
Read to Sydney
Mon, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Read to Sydney is an organization of local therapy dogs that encourages children to practice their reading skills with an attentive furry listener. All ages are welcome.
Crafternoons
Mon, Oct 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Get ready for an hour of crafting fun with friends! Registration Requested. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Little Chef: Monster Mash Trail Mix
Tue, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Mix and mash along with the monsters for a Halloween-themed treat. Adult participation is required. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Basic English 2
Tue, Oct 08, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.
DIY Miniature Potion Bottles
Tue, Oct 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Whether you want a message in a bottle, a magic spell or mermaid’s tears, these tiny DIY apothecary jars will spark your imagination. All materials will be supplied.
This event is full
Internet Level 1 - Fundamentals
Wed, Oct 09, 10:15am - 11:15am
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Learn Internet concepts and terminology. Become familiar with Web browsers while surfing the Web.
Registration opens Monday, September 16 2024 at 9:00am
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Help your child develop key early-literacy skills through music, movement, and stories in this bilingual storytime featuring books and songs in English and Spanish. Ages 2 - 5.
STEAM Free Play Jr.
Wed, Oct 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Explore, discover, and learn with STEAM-related toys! Help your child build observation skills, boost creativity, and develop critical thinking while engaging in STEAM-based play. Ages 2-5.
Internet Level 2 - Search Techniques
Wed, Oct 09, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Learn about search engines and search techniques to help you find exactly what you are looking for on the Web.
Registration opens Monday, September 16 2024 at 9:00am
Give a Hoot
Wed, Oct 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Learn about our owl friends, play owl trivia, and make a clay owl charm to take home. Recommended for families with children ages 9 and up.
Registration opens Monday, September 16 2024 at 9:00am
Winter Garden Chess Club - Free Play
Wed, Oct 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Join us for a game of chess. Whether you are a beginner, novice, or master all experience is welcome. Recommended for 8-15.
Microsoft Word Level 3 - Securing and Finalizing Documents
Wed, Oct 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Finalize your document by adding headers and footers. Secure your document with password protection. Work with distribution options like printing and sharing.
Microsoft Word Level 4 - Mail Merging Documents
Wed, Oct 09, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Contact your mailing list with ease. Use the Mail Merge wizard to create personalized letters and emails.
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