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Way Back When the Maori Voyaged Across the Seas
2024-05-29 16:00:00 2024-05-29 17:00:00 America/New_York Way Back When the Maori Voyaged Across the Seas Kia ora! Explore the mythology, art, and history of the Maori, the native people of New Zealand. Recommended for ages 6-12. West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center - West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Wednesday, May 29
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-05-29 16:00:00 2024-05-29 17:00:00 America/New_York Way Back When the Maori Voyaged Across the Seas Kia ora! Explore the mythology, art, and history of the Maori, the native people of New Zealand. Recommended for ages 6-12. West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center - West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Kia ora! Explore the mythology, art, and history of the Maori, the native people of New Zealand. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Registration required.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | History - Culture - Genealogy | Games & Activities | Arts & Crafting |

TAGS: | bb-childrens | asian-pacific-heritage | afterschool |

West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center
Phone: 407-835-7323
Hours
Mon, Jan 13 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jan 14 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jan 15 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jan 16 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jan 17 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jan 18 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jan 19 Closed
(Closed in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday.)
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About the branch

LYNX Bus Link 125 Silver Star Rd.
LYNX Bus Link 27 Ocoee / Winter Garden

The construction of the West Oaks Branch was funded by the Library System and a Florida Library Construction Grant.

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Upcoming events

Countdown to Kindergarten - Motor & Movement
Tue, Jan 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Start your engines! Engage in transportation-themed stories, rhymes and activities to strengthen fine and gross motor skills needed for writing and success in kindergarten. Recommended for ages 4-5.
This event is full
First Steps in ASL: Level 1
Tue, Jan 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
In this beginner-friendly American Sign Language course, build a strong foundation by mastering essential signs, basic grammar and everyday conversational skills. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
This event is full
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Wed, Jan 15, 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.
Cuisine Corner Junior: Rainbow Nachos
Wed, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Celebrate a new year by preparing a fun and edible fruit rainbow! Children will learn about fruits and colors as they assemble their snack. Recommended for ages 6-12.
This event is full
Adult Basic Education - Improve Reading and Writing Skills
Wed, Jan 15, 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. 
Storybook Fun
Thu, Jan 16, 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.
Toddler Time
Thu, Jan 16, 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.
Tiny Tales
Thu, Jan 16, 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.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Thu, Jan 16, 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.
Crochet Level 2 - Beginner Level
Thu, Jan 16, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
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.
This event is full
Microsoft Word Level 3 - Enhancing & Finalizing Documents
Thu, Jan 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Enhance your document by adding elements like shapes, SmartArt, headers, and more. Secure your document with password protection. Work with distribution options like printing and sharing.
Microsoft Word Level 4 - Mail Merge
Thu, Jan 16, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Contact your mailing list with ease. Use the Mail Merge wizard to create personalized letters and emails.
Sewing - Zippered Organizer - Confident Beginner
Fri, Jan 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Does the idea of sewing a zipper steer you away from projects? Let us help you tackle zippers head-on with confidence!
This event is full
Sewing - Zippered Organizer - Confident Beginner
Sat, Jan 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Does the idea of sewing a zipper steer you away from projects? Let us help you tackle zippers head-on with confidence!
This event is full
Writing Workshop: Neurodiversity is Normal - presented by Florida SCBWI
Sat, Jan 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Join award-winning author Sarah Allen as she shares the many ways to create, include and give voice to neurodiverse characters in your writing.
Tea Social Hour: The Great Gatsby
Sat, Jan 18, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Enjoy an afternoon of splendor with tea, snacks, and crafts all themed around The Great Gatsby. Recommended for adults.
Microsoft Excel - Formulas & Functions
Sat, Jan 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Microsoft Excel - Charts
Sat, Jan 18, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Display your data in stunning charts and graphs. Insert recommended and custom charts. Edit chart data, elements and styles.
This event is full
Cancelled
Basic Programming Concepts Level 1 - Block Coding with Code Studio
Sun, Jan 19, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Start your programming adventure with the basics. Create a mobile web app while learning key concepts, including algorithms, programs, events and debugging.
Cancelled
Basic Programming Concepts Level 2 - Variables in Programs
Sun, Jan 19, 3:45pm - 5:15pm
Continue your programming adventure with the fundamentals. Create a mobile web app while learning key concepts, including inputs and variables.
Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Parade
Mon, Jan 20, 9:00am - 11:00am
Walk with the West Oaks Branch in the City of Ocoee's MLK Day Parade!
Countdown to Kindergarten - Rhyming Around the World
Tue, Jan 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Rhyme your way to becoming a good reader through stories, rhymes and activities designed to help preschoolers develop the necessary skills to succeed in kindergarten. Recommended for ages 4-5.
First Steps in ASL: Level 1
Tue, Jan 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
In this beginner-friendly American Sign Language course, build a strong foundation by mastering essential signs, basic grammar and everyday conversational skills. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
This event is full
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Wed, Jan 22, 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.
Project WILD: Tracks!
Wed, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Explore the wonderful world of Florida wildlife! Learn how to identify animal tracks through games and crafts. Recommended for ages 6-12.
This event is full
Adult Basic Education - Improve Reading and Writing Skills
Wed, Jan 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
West Oaks - Ask at Desk,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. 
Storybook Fun
Thu, Jan 23, 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.
Toddler Time
Thu, Jan 23, 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.
Tiny Tales
Thu, Jan 23, 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.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Thu, Jan 23, 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.
Crochet in the Round - Beginner Level
Thu, Jan 23, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Add to your project possibilities by crocheting in the round! Create amigurumi, hats, bowls and more. Learn how to create circles with increase stitches and use stitch markers to track your work.
Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1
Thu, Jan 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
West Oaks - 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.
Microsoft PowerPoint Level 2
Thu, Jan 23, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Capture your audience attention with a visually compelling presentation. Learn how to insert and customize SmartArt graphics, tables, charts and video.
Social Worker @ the Library
Fri, Jan 24, 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.
Sewing - Grab-N-Go Pouch - Confident Beginner Level
Fri, Jan 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
This pouch is a simple little catch-all for all the essentials. This would be great for the pool or beach trips, but is really a handy piece all year round. Students are required to bring materials.
This event is full
Sewing - Grab-N-Go Pouch - Confident Beginner Level
Sat, Jan 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
This pouch is a simple little catch-all for all the essentials. This would be great for the pool or beach trips, but is really a handy piece all year round. Students are required to bring materials.
This event is full
Art History for Seniors
Sat, Jan 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Explore and learn about art from all around the world; from ancient antiquities from history to today's modern masterpieces! Recommended for seniors.
TTRPG Academy: So You Want to be a Game Master
Sat, Jan 25, 2:30pm - 5:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Explore what it means to run your very own table as a Game Master! Learn how simple world building can be, and what resources are out there to help your adventurers succeed! Recommended for adults.
Microsoft Excel - Pivot Tables
Sat, Jan 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
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.
This event is full
Microsoft Excel - Automate Tasks
Sat, Jan 25, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Automate everyday tasks with macros. Record data entry and formatting. Insert and modify objects to run macros without coding.
This event is full
The Bleak Circle Horror Book Club
Sun, Jan 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Do you delight in horror? Commune with like-minded souls at this new horror book club. There is no assigned reading, just come ready to discuss whatever creepy books you've enjoyed lately.
Finding Your Roots: Genealogy 101
Mon, Jan 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Curious about your family history but don’t know where to begin? This session introduces key genealogical terms, techniques, and resources to help you start your research journey.
Countdown to Kindergarten - Family Feelings
Tue, Jan 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Explore families and feelings through stories, rhymes and activities designed to help preschoolers develop skills to become readers and succeed in kindergarten. Recommended for ages 3-5.
This event is full
First Steps in ASL: Level 1
Tue, Jan 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
In this beginner-friendly American Sign Language course, build a strong foundation by mastering essential signs, basic grammar and everyday conversational skills. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
This event is full
Character Mailbox
Wed, Jan 29, 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 Grumpy Monkey!
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Wed, Jan 29, 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.
Way Back When the Strings Sang
Wed, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Dive into the world of music where you'll create awesome crafts and play fun games while learning about the history and theory of music! Recommended for ages 6-12.
This event is full
Adult Basic Education - Improve Reading and Writing Skills
Wed, Jan 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
West Oaks - Ask at Desk,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. 
Storybook Fun
Thu, Jan 30, 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.
Toddler Time
Thu, Jan 30, 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.
Tiny Tales
Thu, Jan 30, 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.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Thu, Jan 30, 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.
Crochet Granny Squares - Confident Beginner Level
Thu, Jan 30, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Crochet a classic granny square. Granny squares are the foundation of many blankets, bags and sweaters. Learn how to crochet in circles and then use increase stitches to make a square.
Microsoft PowerPoint Level 3
Thu, Jan 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
West Oaks - 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.
Microsoft PowerPoint - Create Custom Templates
Thu, Jan 30, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
West Oaks - 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.
Sewing - Simple Four Block Quilt Block - Confident Beginner
Fri, Jan 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
From first cut to final stitch, learn how to create a four block sampler quilt! Students will learn rotary cutting and piecing techniques in this beginner quilting class.
Homeschool Teen Board Game Meetup
Fri, Jan 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Inviting all teen homeschoolers to play games, socialize, and share resources. Games will be provided or bring one to share! Recommended for teens.
Family Fun Superbowl Saturday
Sat, Feb 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Have a field day at the library as we learn about the teamwork involved in football, and the history of the Superbowl! Do you have what it takes to make the team? Recommended for families.
Countdown to Kindergarten - Play with Your Food
Tue, Feb 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Who says you can’t play with your food? Strengthen important early literacy skills through food-themed stories, activities and a craft. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Wed, Feb 05, 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.
Tales from the Farm - Presented by Central Florida Fair
Wed, Feb 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Join us for a farm-themed storytime followed by an animal meet and greet!
World Wetlands Day!
Wed, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Come celebrate World Wetlands Day! Learn about our Florida Wetlands, and how to protect them, through games and crafts. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Adult Basic Education - Improve Reading and Writing Skills
Wed, Feb 05, 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. 
Storybook Fun
Thu, Feb 06, 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.
Toddler Time
Thu, Feb 06, 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.
Tiny Tales
Thu, Feb 06, 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.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Thu, Feb 06, 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.
Embroidery Level 1 - Beginner Level
Thu, Feb 06, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
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.
Microsoft Excel Level 1 - Creating Spreadsheets
Thu, Feb 06, 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.
Valentine's Day Canvas Painting
Thu, Feb 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Let your creativity soar this Valentine’s season. Spend an afternoon painting a heartwarming scene that captures the spirit of love and connection. Materials will be provided. Recommended for adults.
Microsoft Excel Level 2 - Finalizing & Securing Spreadsheets
Thu, Feb 06, 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.
Sewing - Quilted Heart Throw Pillow (4 Parts) - Confident Beginner
Fri, Feb 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Practice beginner quilting techniques with this cozy throw pillow cover. This class will cover accurate cutting, piecing, quilting, and assembling the pillow case cover.
Homeschool Teen: Beginner's Crochet
Fri, Feb 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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. For teens.
Family History Fair
Sat, Feb 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Ask at Desk,West Oaks - Children's Area,West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Connect with some of the many resources, societies, and organizations available to help with your family history research journey.
Sewing Open Lab
Sat, Feb 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Come and sew at the West Oaks Library and bring your sewing projects. All the tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own materials. Machine sewing skills are required.
This event is full
Outreach Event: Story Time in the Garden - Libraries Love Lakes
Sat, Feb 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join the West Oaks Library and Libraries Love Lakes as we emphasize the importance of lakes in our everyday lives. Nehrling Gardens. 2267 Hempel Ave Gotha, FL 34734
Outreach Event: Teen Book Club - Ocoee Book Rack - 125 W McKey St, Ocoee, FL 34761
Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join the West Oaks Library at the Ocoee Book Rack for a Stress-Free Book Club. Come grab a free snack, drink, and talk about the book you are currently reading. - 125 W McKey St, Ocoee, FL 34761
Crochet Clinic
Sat, Feb 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Join us for Crochet Clinic where a crochet instructor will be available to answer questions about patterns, troubleshoot problems in projects, and explain crochet technique. All levels welcome!
Tea Social Hour: Pride and Prejudice
Sat, Feb 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Enjoy a romantic themed tea party. Get to know fellow Austen fans with snacks, tea, and crafts. Recommended for adults.
Altered Books
Sun, Feb 09, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Junk journal, scrapbook, diary? Bring your imagination and discover the possibilities of altered books with instructor Kathy Boyle. Recommended for adults. Registration required.
This event is full
Homeschool Science: Operation!
Mon, Feb 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Create your very own life size, anatomy flip-book! Learn where organs settle in the human body, and put yours in just the right spot. Recommended for families.
Countdown to Kindergarten - Counting at the Pond
Tue, Feb 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Count and quack your way to becoming a good reader through stories, rhymes and activities designed to help preschoolers develop vital skills to succeed in kindergarten. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Wed, Feb 12, 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.
Lunar New Year: Year of the Snake
Wed, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
In Chinese culture, the Lunar New Year is one of the most important times of the year. Celebrate with us as we learn about traditions and customs with games and crafts. Recommended for ages 6-12.
This event is full
Adult Basic Education - Improve Reading and Writing Skills
Wed, Feb 12, 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. 
Storybook Fun
Thu, Feb 13, 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.
Car Seat Safety
Thu, Feb 13, 10:30am - 12:30pm
West Oaks - Ask at Desk
Certified Technicians from Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children and Orange County Safe Kids will be available to check your car seat on a first come, first served basis.
Toddler Time
Thu, Feb 13, 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.
Tiny Tales
Thu, Feb 13, 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.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Thu, Feb 13, 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.
Hand Craft Embroidered Valentines
Thu, Feb 13, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Need a last minute Valentine for that special someone? Join us to craft an easy Valentine that is sure to impress using basic embroidery skills! Beginners welcome.
Microsoft Excel Level 3 - Functions & Automated Features
Thu, Feb 13, 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.
Community Event: Ocoee Community Market - Meet the Book Bike
Thu, Feb 13, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Come celebrate Black History Month with the OCLS Book Bike at the Ocoee Community Market. Bill Breeze Park 125 N Lakeshore Dr, Ocoee, FL 34761
Microsoft Excel Level 4 - More Functions & Visual Tools
Thu, Feb 13, 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.
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