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Social Worker @ the Library

By Appointment Only

2024-07-16 10:00:00 2024-07-16 17:00:00 America/New_York Social Worker @ the Library Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker. Hiawassee Branch -

Tuesday, July 16
10:00am - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-07-16 10:00:00 2024-07-16 17:00:00 America/New_York Social Worker @ the Library Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker. Hiawassee Branch -

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker.

Appointments are available at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m., 4 p.m., and 5 p.m.  To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworkerappointments

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Community & Citizenship |

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Hiawassee Branch

Phone: 407-835/7323

Hours
Mon, Dec 23 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Dec 24 Closed
(Closed in observation of the Christmas holiday.)
Wed, Dec 25 Closed
(Closed in observation of the Christmas holiday.)
Thu, Dec 26 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Dec 27 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Dec 28 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Dec 29 Closed

About the branch

LYNX Bus Link 37 Pine Hills / Florida Mall

The Hiawassee Branch began as a bookmobile station in 1962 and was first known as the Pine Hills Library. In later moves the branch became the West Colonial branch and in March 2000, Hiawassee. In early 2010, the Hiawassee Branch moved to a new home near the corner of Hiawassee Road and West Colonial Drive in the Highland Lakes shopping plaza.

Upcoming events

Thu, Dec 26, 10:15am - 11:15am
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Aprann kijan pou sèvi avèk opsyon Atizay yo ak kijan pou aplike estil pou ka amelyore aparans yon dokiman. #Creole
Registration is now closed

Thu, Dec 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
During this program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview.

Thu, Dec 26, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Thu, Dec 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Thu, Dec 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Is there anything you can't build with LEGOs? Let's find out! Join us for lots of building fun. Recommended for families.

Fri, Dec 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Help your child develop gross-motor skills in this interactive bubble party. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Fri, Dec 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Aprann kòman pou sèvi avèk opsyon Atizay yo ak kijan pou aplike estil Pou ka amelyore aparans yon dokiman.

Fri, Dec 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Researchers want your help! Try your hand at citizen science and learn about ways you can make a difference. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Fri, Dec 27, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Aprann tablo konsèp ak tèminoloji. Aprann kijan pou kreye yon tablo debaz ak kijan pou aplike yon fòmil debaz. #Creole

Sat, Dec 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Bring the whole family to enjoy a classic movie screening! Popcorn and a beverage will be served while supplies last. Recommended for families.

Mon, Dec 30, 10:15am - 11:00am
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
From the rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes to the use of picture books, songs and flannel board stories, your child will be encouraged to develop early literacy skills.

Mon, Dec 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one plays with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-5.

Mon, Dec 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
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.

Mon, Dec 30, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Start crocheting today! Learn basic techniques while creating your first project, a bracelet. Techniques include creating a slip knot, chaining, and single crochet stitches.
This event is full

Mon, Dec 30, 5:25pm - 6:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.

Thu, Jan 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
During program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview.

Thu, Jan 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Celebrate the life and dream of Martin Luther King, Jr. by making crafts inspired by your own dreams, the importance of peace and togetherness. Recommended for families.

Fri, Jan 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Get ready to blow and pop tons of bubbles! Help your child develop gross-motor skills in this interactive bubble party. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Fri, Jan 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Aprann sou istwa a ak devlopman òdinatè a, kijan òdinatè-a fonksyone, pyès ki nan konpitè ak lojisyèl. #Creole

Fri, Jan 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
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.

Fri, Jan 03, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Aprann fondasyon òdinatè-a ak tèminoloji yo. Vinn alèz avèk senbòl ki nan ekran-an ak kòman pou deplase sourit la nan ekran-an. #Creole

Sat, Jan 04, 11:30am - 1:00pm
This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Sat, Jan 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Can your family master these challenging minute-to-win it games? Recommended for families.

Sat, Jan 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Identify the basic features and tools to get you started. Learn how to create a presentation by using templates, text, and picture files.

Sat, Jan 04, All day
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Capture your audience attention with a visually compelling presentation. Learn how to insert and customize SmartArt graphics, tables, charts and video.

Mon, Jan 06, 10:15am - 11:00am
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
From the rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes to the use of picture books, songs and flannel board stories, your child will be encouraged to develop early literacy skills. Recommended for ages 0-5.

Mon, Jan 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting 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.

Mon, Jan 06, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Hiawassee - Training 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.

Mon, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Start knitting today! Learn basic techniques while creating your first project. Techniques include casting on, the knit stitch and binding off. Recommended for adults.

Mon, Jan 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.

Tue, Jan 07, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker.

Tue, Jan 07, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hiawassee - Meeting 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. 

Tue, Jan 07, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Get your computer skills racing. Learn how to create, rename, delete, and organize files and folders on your computer.

Tue, Jan 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Become familiar with popular job search websites and common questions asked on job applications. Learn how to use various Internet resources to search and apply for jobs.

Tue, Jan 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Craft a rose from the pages of a book that will never wilt! Recommended for adults.

Tue, Jan 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Aprann fondasyon òdinatè-a ak tèminoloji yo. Vinn alèz avèk senbòl ki nan ekran-an ak kòman pou deplase sourit la nan ekran-an. #Creole

Wed, Jan 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Engage your mind and muscles in fun fitness activities as we learn all about exercise. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Wed, Jan 08, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Aprann tout konsèp ak tèminoloji entènèt la. Epi tou Vinn abitye avk ki jan pou navige sou entènèt la. #HCreole

Wed, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Get ready to dig into the dirt! Learn how the tiny underground workers have a huge impact and create a worm habitat. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Wed, Jan 08, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Reading and comprehension: We will go around the class and have students read an excerpt from a story, we will discuss it and look up the meaning of the words.

Thu, Jan 09, 10:15am - 11:15am
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Aprann teknik motè rechèch yo, pou- w ka jwenn egzakteman sa w-ap chèche sou entènèt la. #Creole

Thu, Jan 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
During program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview.

Thu, Jan 09, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Thu, Jan 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Thu, Jan 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
This class will cover a wide array of topics from accepting and rejecting an invitation to engaging in small talk with strangers. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.

Fri, Jan 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Get ready to read! We make phonics fun with games and activities focused on letter sounds. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Fri, Jan 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Become familiar with popular job search websites and common questions asked on job applications. Learn how to use various Internet resources to search and apply for jobs.

Fri, Jan 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
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.

Fri, Jan 10, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Aprann tablo konsèp ak tèminoloji. Aprann kijan pou kreye yon tablo debaz ak kijan pou aplike yon fòmil debaz. #Creole

Sat, Jan 11, 10:00am - 5:00pm
In honor of National Blood Donor Month, the Big Red Bus is coming! All donors will receive a $20 eGift card and a OneBlood gift. Registration is recommended. Register

Sat, Jan 11, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Venture through Candlekeep whilst solving mysteries and fighting villains. Each adventure sucks you further into the Keep and the secrets hidden within her tomes... Recommended for adults.

Sat, Jan 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Start the new year right! Learn and discuss social graces with your family. Recommended for families.

Mon, Jan 13, 10:15am - 11:00am
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
From the rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes to the use of picture books, songs and flannel board stories, your child will be encouraged to develop early literacy skills. Recommended for ages 0-5.

Mon, Jan 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting 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.

Mon, Jan 13, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Hiawassee - Training 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.

Mon, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Learn how to create more open fabric with new stitches. Techniques include chaining up rows, as well as double and half double crochet stitches. Recommended for adults.

Mon, Jan 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.

Tue, Jan 14, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker.

Tue, Jan 14, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hiawassee - Meeting 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. 

Tue, Jan 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Get your computer skills racing. Learn how to create, rename, delete, and organize files and folders on your computer.

Tue, Jan 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Better prepare yourself for the big day! Learn the interview process and become familiar with popular websites that provide supporting information.

Tue, Jan 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Experience new artistic techniques with your fellow artist. Recommended for age 6-12.

Tue, Jan 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Aprann karakteristik otomatik, zouti pou fòmataj avanse,avèk kijan pou aplike fonksyon the baz lèw ap fè kalkilasyon. #Creole

Wed, Jan 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Pour colorful sand and create your own unique piece of art to take home! Recommended for adults.

Wed, Jan 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Aprann kijan pou kreye fòmil ak fonksyon de baz avèk ki lè pou itilize selil relative ak absolit. #Creole

Wed, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Basic hand sewing skills are essential skills needed in everyday life. Learn the basic techniques to get started. Recommended for adults.

Wed, Jan 15, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Reading and comprehension: We will go around the class and have students read an excerpt from a story, we will discuss it and look up the meaning of the words.

Thu, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
During program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview.

Thu, Jan 16, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Thu, Jan 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Thu, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Kick off the new year, creating art where vibrant colors swirl together to symbolize fresh beginnings and new dreams! Set goals or write an inspirational message. Recommended for families.

Thu, Jan 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
This class will cover a wide array of topics from accepting and rejecting an invitation to engaging in small talk with strangers. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.

Fri, Jan 17, 11:00am - 11:45am
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Little ones can get creative in the kitchen as they assemble their own yogurt sundae! Recommended for ages 3-5.

Fri, Jan 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Aprann kijan pou Travay avèk diferan fèy kalkil, lyen selil nan yon fèy kalkil, avèk proteje yon fèy kalkil.

Fri, Jan 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
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.

Fri, Jan 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
We're all mad here! Decorate an "Eat Me" Cupcake, make your own “Drink Me” potion, and enjoy the tea party! Recommended for ages 6-12.

Fri, Jan 17, 4:45pm - 5:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Apran konsèp ak tèminoloji. Vini alèz avèk environman Microsoft Word epi itilize bazik fonksyon nan Microsoft Word pou ka Kreye yon dokiman. #Creole

Sat, Jan 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Sat, Jan 18, 12:00pm - 1:45pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Help out your local library! High school students will earn two hours of community service. For ages 13-18.

Sat, Jan 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
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.

Sat, Jan 18, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Learn the basics of coding and computer programming using an Ozobot robot. No prior coding knowledge needed. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration recommended.

Sat, Jan 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Make universal style changes to all slides in your presentation. Learn how to customize a theme and to format slides through the slide master.

Sat, Jan 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
That is some good cookin! Make easy and quick meals all in one pot.

Tue, Jan 21, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker.

Tue, Jan 21, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hiawassee - Meeting 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. 

Tue, Jan 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Learn Internet concepts and terminology. Become familiar with Web browsers while surfing the Web.

Tue, Jan 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Design a creative piece of art with watercolor pencils to take home and enjoy! Recommended for adults.

Tue, Jan 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Aprann karakteristik otomatik, zouti pou fòmataj avanse,avèk kijan pou aplike fonksyon the baz lèw ap fè kalkilasyon. #Creole

Wed, Jan 22, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Aprann kòman pou sèvi avèk opsyon Atizay yo ak kijan pou aplike estil Pou ka amelyore aparans yon dokiman.

Wed, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Uncover the amazing world of rocks and minerals in this hands-on geology adventure! Recommended for ages 6-12.

Wed, Jan 22, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Reading and comprehension: We select a story and we read and discuss it,

Thu, Jan 23, 10:15am - 11:15am
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Aprann kijan pou Travay avèk diferan fèy kalkil, lyen selil nan yon fèy kalkil, avèk proteje yon fèy kalkil.

Thu, Jan 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
During program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview.

Thu, Jan 23, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Thu, Jan 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Thu, Jan 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
This class will cover a wide array of topics from accepting and rejecting an invitation to engaging in small talk with strangers. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.

Fri, Jan 24, 11:00am - 11:45am
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Hopping, wiggling, and fitness fun! A playful workout for energetic little movers. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Fri, Jan 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Identify the basic features and tools to get you started. Learn how to create a presentation by using templates, text, and picture files.

Fri, Jan 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
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.

Fri, Jan 24, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
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.

Sat, Jan 25, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Support our local community through volunteer projects! High school students will earn two hours of community service. For ages 13-18.

Sat, Jan 25, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Make and enjoy a delicious Japanese rolled omelet just like your favorite anime character. Recommended for ages 13-18.

Sat, Jan 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
We've gathered extras of our favorite crafts from past adult craft programs. Participants will be able to create one craft project. For adults.