Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play

Thu, Oct 03, 10:15am - 10:40am

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.

Thu, Oct 03, 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.

Thu, Oct 03, 11:15am - 11:30am

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 0-18 months.

Microsoft Excel Level 1 - Creating Spreadsheets

Thu, Oct 03, 11:30am - 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 ages 0-5.

Basic English 1

Thu, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Registration is now closed

Thu, Oct 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas. Save your data and learn how to share workbooks with collaborators.

Registration is now closed

Basic English 2

Thu, Oct 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English to continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Registration is now closed

Microsoft Excel Level 2 - Finalizing & Securing Spreadsheets

Thu, Oct 03, 5:45pm - 6:45pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Customize and organize worksheets with sheet names, color coding, headers, themes, and more. Protect your worksheets with a password and learn how to print your data.

Registration is now closed

Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine - Beginner Level

Fri, Oct 04, 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.

Handsewing: Ghost Magnet - Ages 10 - 17

Sat, Oct 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Learn the basics of handsewing to make a spooky little ghost, perfect for haunting the fridge or a locker!

Bridgerton Tea Social Hour

Sat, Oct 05, 11:30am - 12:30pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

You are cordially invited to a Regency extravaganza worthy of Lady Danbury. Enjoy tea, treats, and a craft while getting to know some fellow Bridgerton fans. Recommended for ages 18 and up.

This event is full

Dungeons and Dragons at the Library!

Sat, Oct 05, 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 West Oaks Library where every event is a new adventure!

This event is full

Handsewing: Halloween Hair Clips - Ages 10 - 17

Sat, Oct 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Need a last minute Halloween costume? Learn the basics of handsewing to create Halloween hairclips for a quick and easy option.

Fall Pinecone Wreaths

Sun, Oct 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Create a gorgeous, natural wreath to help welcome fall into your home. Recommended for adults.

This event is full

Itsy-Bitsy Spiders

Tue, Oct 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Eek a spider! Don’t be scared. Join us for not-so-creepy, crawly crafts and stories about our eight-legged friends. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

This event is full

Water Heroes vs the MESS!

Tue, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Join the fight to reduce the mess that is polluting our waters. Learn what to throw out, what to recycle, and ways to reduce your waste. Presented by the City of Ocoee. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Mindful Start Family Yoga

Wed, Oct 09, 10:00am - 10:30am

West Oaks - Back of Branch

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.

Monster Smash, Halloween Bash!

Wed, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Wear your costume and join us for ghoulish games, creepy crafts and spooky stories...if you dare! Recommended for families.

This event is full

Adult Basic Education - Improve Reading and Writing Skills

Wed, Oct 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

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

Thu, Oct 10, 10:15am - 10:40am

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.

Thu, Oct 10, 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.

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

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 0-18 months.

Microsoft Excel Level 3 - Functions & Automated Features

Thu, Oct 10, 11:30am - 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 ages 0-5.

Basic English 1

Thu, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Thu, Oct 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow. Transfer data with ease using Excel's copy and paste features.

Basic English 2

Thu, Oct 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English to continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Microsoft Excel Level 4 - More Functions & Visual Tools

Thu, Oct 10, 5:45pm - 6:45pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately. Analyze data by using functions like COUNT. Visually represent your data with tools like recommended charts.

Sewing - Trick or Treat Tote Bag - Confident Beginner

Fri, Oct 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

A custom trick or treating tote to match any costume, this beginner friendly sewing project is perfect for new sewists!

Finding Your Roots: Newspapers

Fri, Oct 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Join us as we explore how you can use newspapers to expand your family history research and learn more about your ancestors.

Plant Swap

Sat, Oct 12, 10:00am - 11:30am

West Oaks - Back of Branch

Meet other nature enthusiasts and celebrate autumn 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!

Outreach Event: Story Time in the Garden

Sat, Oct 12, 10:00am - 11:00am

Join the West Oaks Library as we read a story and complete a craft in the beautiful and historic Nehrling Gardens. 2267 Hempel Ave Gotha, FL 34734

Outreach Event: Teen Book Club

Sat, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Teens age 13-18, join the West Oaks Library at Ocoee Book Rack for a Stress-Free Book Club. – 125 W McKey St, Ocoee, FL 34761

Thu, Oct 17, 10:15am - 10:40am

West Oaks - Children's 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.

Thu, Oct 17, 10:45am - 11:05am

West Oaks - Children's 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.

Thu, Oct 17, 11:15am - 11:30am

West Oaks - Children's 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.

Microsoft Excel - Data Management Level 1

Thu, Oct 17, 11:30am - 12:30pm

West Oaks - Children's 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.

Thu, Oct 17, 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, Oct 17, 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 - Fabric Pumpkin - Confident Beginner

Fri, Oct 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Use beginner sewing skills to make a cute seasonal decoration!

This event is full

Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine - Ages 10 - 12

Sat, Oct 19, 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.

Cancelled

Thu, Oct 24, 10:15am - 10:40am

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.

Cancelled

Thu, Oct 24, 10:45am - 11:05am

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.

Cancelled

Thu, Oct 24, 11:15am - 11:30am

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.

Cancelled

Social Worker @ the Library

Thu, Oct 24, 11:30am - 12:30pm

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.

Fri, Oct 25, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Our social worker is on-site to assist customers with social and government services on the 4th Friday of the month. Walk-in appointments are available on a first come first service basis.

Family Storytime

Sun, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

West Oaks - Children's Area

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.

Character Mailbox

Wed, Oct 30, All day

Stop by to write a postcard to our character of the month. Then drop it in our mailbox. This month's character is your favorite dog!

Cancelled

Thu, Oct 31, 10:15am - 10:40am

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.

Cancelled

Thu, Oct 31, 10:45am - 11:05am

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.

Cancelled

Thu, Oct 31, 11:15am - 11:30am

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.

Cancelled