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Using Books for Balance

Mental Health Awareness
2024-05-11 12:00:00 2024-05-11 13:00:00 America/New_York Using Books for Balance Join "The Girlfriend Therapist'" Dr. Cortina Louis and her team as they explore the profound impact that reading can have on mental health, emotional wellness, and balance. Eatonville Branch - Eatonville - Meeting Room

Saturday, May 11
12:00pm - 1:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-05-11 12:00:00 2024-05-11 13:00:00 America/New_York Using Books for Balance Join "The Girlfriend Therapist'" Dr. Cortina Louis and her team as they explore the profound impact that reading can have on mental health, emotional wellness, and balance. Eatonville Branch - Eatonville - Meeting Room

Eatonville Branch

Eatonville - Meeting Room

Join "The Girlfriend Therapist'" Dr. Cortina Louis and her team as they explore the profound impact that reading can have on mental health, emotional wellness, and balance.

Using Books for Balance: The Therapeutic Power of Books and Literature on Mental Health and Emotional Regulation

This insightful session will navigate the complexities of mental health, providing practical insights and strategies for maintaining a positive and resilient mindset. From the science of stress to the importance of self-care, we'll explore key elements contributing to mental wellness. Learn actionable tips for stress management, emotional regulation, and building a supportive environment. Whether seeking personal insights or aiming to support others, this presentation promises to equip you with valuable knowledge for a healthier, happier life. We will also unlock the transformative power of literature and its role in fostering emotional well-being.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Life Skills | Health & Wellness | Education & Learning |

TAGS: | wellness | mental-health-awareness | healthyliving | books | bb-library-events |

Eatonville Branch
Phone: 407-835-7323
Hours
Mon, Feb 17 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Feb 18 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Feb 19 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Feb 20 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Feb 21 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Feb 22 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Feb 23 Closed
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About the branch

LYNX Bus Link 1 N.Orange Ave. / Altamonte Mall
LYNX Bus Link 9 N. Orange Ave. / Rosemont

The Eatonville Library is located in the Town of Eatonville's Zora Neale Hurston Square. Eatonville is known as the oldest incorporated African American municipality in the United States.

The Eatonville Branch is a children's library featuring material and programming for children through the sixth grade. The branch serves the residents that make up the four residential quadrants of Eatonville - Calhoun, Catalina Park, Eaton Pointe, and Lake Lovely Estates. The collection, programs, and services are also available to all Orange County residents including residents of the City of Maitland and Winter Park through reciprocal borrowing.

Upcoming events

Mindful Play Learning: Yoga for Preschoolers
Tue, Feb 18, 10:15am - 10:45am
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Each session is themed and playfully uses yoga and imagination to teach early learners social-emotional skills, support cognitive development and enhance creativity. Recommended for ages 3–5.
Microsoft Word Level 1 - Creating Documents
Tue, Feb 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
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.
Soaring into Space - Celebrating Black History Month
Wed, Feb 19, 10:15am - 11:15am
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Celebrate Mae Jemison, the first African American woman in space through stories, songs, and a craft. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Microsoft Word Level 2 - Proofing, Templates & Pictures
Wed, Feb 19, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
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.
Code with Sphero (Ages 7-9)
Wed, Feb 19, 2:15pm - 3:15pm
Eatonville - Ask at Desk
Meet Sphero, the cute rolling robot. Use Sphero's LED matrix to display animations and pictures, then code your robot to roll along paths and through mazes.
Backyard Birds of Prey
Wed, Feb 19, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Meet and learn about the Birds of Prey that can be found in your own backyard! Recommended for ages 6-12. In partnership with Audubon Center for Birds of Prey.
Zero to Five Storytime
Thu, Feb 20, 10:15am - 10:45am
Eatonville - 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.
Homeschool Makerspace Meetup
Thu, Feb 20, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Welcome to our homeschool Maker Workshop series! Discover DIY fidgets, homemade gifts & the joy of crafting everyday items. Learn skills and embrace the art of making! Recommended for families.
This event is full
Microsoft Word Level 3 - Enhancing & Finalizing Documents
Thu, Feb 20, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eatonville - Ask at Desk
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.
Make Your Own Basquiat Inspired Self Portrait
Thu, Feb 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Unleash your creativity and make your own Basquiat inspired self-portrait! Recommended for ages 8-13.
Logical Quest with the Zoombinis (Ages 10-12)
Fri, Feb 21, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Guide sixteen little blue creatures to safety through a series of logic-based puzzles. Help the Zoombinis across treacherous cliffs, past hungry pizza trolls, and up an unclimbable wall.
Citizenship Inspired
Mon, Feb 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
During this program series, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview.
Mindful Play Learning: Yoga for Preschoolers
Tue, Feb 25, 10:15am - 10:45am
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Each session is themed and playfully uses yoga and imagination to teach early learners social-emotional skills, support cognitive development and enhance creativity. Recommended for ages 3–5.
Microsoft Word Level 4 - Mail Merge
Tue, Feb 25, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Contact your mailing list with ease. Use the Mail Merge wizard to create personalized letters and emails.
Crafternoons: Celebrate Black History Month
Tue, Feb 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Learn how to create new crafts in celebration of Black History Month. Use creativity and collaboration for an hour-long crafting event. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Microsoft Word - Review and Citation Tools
Wed, Feb 26, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Get your research papers and reports noticed. Learn how to use the review tools to discover errors and ensure readability. Add organization with a table of contents and clear citations.
Mix Music Using Audacity (Ages 10-12)
Wed, Feb 26, 2:15pm - 3:15pm
Eatonville - Ask at Desk
Want to create your very own music mix? Learn how to use Audacity's sound tools to edit and mix audio files like a pro.
Zero to Five Storytime
Thu, Feb 27, 10:15am - 10:45am
Eatonville - 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.
Design with Canva - Flyers, Social Media, Presentations & more
Thu, Feb 27, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Bring your design ideas to life with Canva, a free graphic design application. Save time by building on thousands of professional templates to create logos, flyers, social media content and more.
Vision Board Workshop for Kids
Thu, Feb 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Inspire creativity and confidence in our kid's vision board workshop! Together we will craft vision boards to explore dreams and set goals. Recommended for ages 6-12.
This event is full
iPad and iPhone - Camera
Sat, Mar 01, 10:15am - 11:15am
Eatonville - Ask at Desk
Never miss out on capturing a memory with your iPad or iPhone. Learn about the camera options and modes and how to use them to take amazing photos. Perform simple edits to clean up your images.
iPad and iPhone - Organize & Edit Photos
Sat, Mar 01, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eatonville - Ask at Desk
Make finding your photos easy with your iPad or iPhone.  Learn to organize photos into albums, moments and collections. Edit photos with filters and exposure tools to enhance your images.
Crochet Level 2 - Beginner Level
Sat, Mar 01, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Eatonville - Ask at Desk
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.
Mindful Play Learning: Yoga for Preschoolers
Tue, Mar 04, 10:15am - 10:45am
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Each session is themed and playfully uses yoga and imagination to teach early learners social-emotional skills, support cognitive development and enhance creativity. Recommended for ages 3–5.
Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1
Tue, Mar 04, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Identify the basic features and tools to get you started. Learn how to create a presentation by using templates, text, and picture files.
Homeschool Discovery
Wed, Mar 05, 10:15am - 11:15am
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Discover the world around us through STEM, geography, the Arts, culture, history, literature, and library-aligned themes with hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Microsoft PowerPoint Level 2
Wed, Mar 05, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Capture your audience attention with a visually compelling presentation. Learn how to insert and customize SmartArt graphics, tables, charts and video.
Backyard Birds of Prey
Wed, Mar 05, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Meet and learn about the Birds of Prey that can be found in your own backyard! Recommended for ages 6-12. In partnership with Audubon Center for Birds of Prey.
Zero to Five Storytime
Thu, Mar 06, 10:15am - 10:45am
Eatonville - 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.
Microsoft PowerPoint Level 3
Thu, Mar 06, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
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.
Cozy Coloring Time
Fri, Mar 07, 2:15pm - 3:15pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Join us for a cozy adult coloring hour. Relax with lo-fi beats and a variety of coloring pages. All materials provided.
Make a Stop Motion Movie (Ages 7-9)
Fri, Mar 07, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Eatonville - Ask at Desk
Explore the basics of animation while creating your own stop motion movie! Use the Stop Motion Studio app to bring objects to life, add titles, credits, sound, and more.
Mindful Play Learning: Yoga for Preschoolers
Tue, Mar 11, 10:15am - 10:45am
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Each session is themed and playfully uses yoga and imagination to teach early learners social-emotional skills, support cognitive development and enhance creativity. Recommended for ages 3–5.
Adobe Photoshop Level 1 - Editing Tools
Tue, Mar 11, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Learn about the functionality of Photoshop and explore the environment. Become familiar with using the Brush, Eraser, Selection, Move, and Crop tools.
Women Make History - Celebrate Women's History Month
Tue, Mar 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Recognize the impact of powerful women who made awesome contributions to our history with stories, crafts and activities. Recommended for lower and upper elementary.
Countdown to Spring
Wed, Mar 12, 10:15am - 11:15am
Eatonville - Meeting Room
4-3-2-1! Spring is coming soon! Help us get ready with stories and activities to welcome the season. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Adobe Photoshop Level 2 - Working with Layers
Wed, Mar 12, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Learn how to use layers, layer masks, and layer styles. Become familiar with additional Photoshop tools like Paint Bucket, Type, and Free Transform. Explore Photoshop's myriad of adjustment layers.
Legal Learning Workshop: Child Custody - Family Law
Wed, Mar 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Learn about issues related to child “custody” and “visitation” in Family Law cases including the types of things the Court considers and the role of Domestic Violence.
Social Worker @ the Library
Thu, Mar 13, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Our social worker is on-site to assist customers with social and government services on the 1st Thursday of the month. Walk-in appointments are available on a first come first service basis.
Zero to Five Storytime
Thu, Mar 13, 10:15am - 10:45am
Eatonville - 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.
Adobe Photoshop Level 3 - Retouching & Restoration
Thu, Mar 13, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Learn how to add Photoshop filters. Apply powerful retouching and restoration techniques to revitalize your images. Become familiar with Photoshop's Artificial Intelligence capabilities.
Reboot Boutique - With J. Machell of Tailored Looks
Thu, Mar 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
It’s time to add to your closet with new-to-you pieces. Join us for a free shopping experience with gently used clothing.
St. Patricks Day Craft and Snack
Fri, Mar 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Join us for a St. Patrick's Day inspired craft and enjoy a small snack while creating. Recommended for ages 2-5.
Introduction to Computers
Sat, Mar 15, 10:15am - 11:15am
Eatonville - Ask at Desk
Take your first steps into the world of computing. Discover the essential parts of and types of computers, as well as the basics of using a computer for the first time.
How to Use the Mouse & Keyboard
Sat, Mar 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eatonville - Ask at Desk
Learn how to use the mouse and keyboard to navigate within the computer's interface. Practice using these two devices with hands-on exercises and online resources.
Meet the Artist: Angie Vazquez
Sat, Mar 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
View the "Faces of Freedom and Equality" through the artistic lens of artist Angie Vazquez whose works showcase individuals who played pivotal roles in advocating for freedom, equality, and justice.
Crochet in the Round - Beginner Level
Sat, Mar 15, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
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.
St. Patrick's Day!
Mon, Mar 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Celebrate St. Patrick's day the leprechaun way. Don't forget to wear green! Recommended for lower and upper elementary.
Mindful Play Learning: Yoga for Preschoolers
Tue, Mar 18, 10:15am - 10:45am
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Each session is themed and playfully uses yoga and imagination to teach early learners social-emotional skills, support cognitive development and enhance creativity. Recommended for ages 3–5.
Coding Concepts Level 1 - Visual Studio Code Editor
Tue, Mar 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Begin your journey into the world of coding. Learn to use the Visual Studio Code editor to write coding languages like HTML, CSS, JavaScript or even Python.
Cuisine Corner Junior: Dirt and Worms in a Cup
Tue, Mar 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Dirt and worms? Yuck! Or...yum? Join us to create a delicious dessert and explore critters and ecosystems that may be found when digging in the dirt. Recommended for lower and upper elementary.
LEGO Spike Essentials: Great Adventures (Ages 6-12) - Animal Alarm
Tue, Mar 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™. Join us on a Great Adventure as we discover STEAM concepts, use creative problem solving, and tell stories.
Coding Concepts Level 2 - Terminology
Wed, Mar 19, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Explore HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Python using Visual Studio Code. Learn the foundational, universal programming terminology to help you succeed in creating apps, games, and other solutions.
LEGO Spike Essentials: Great Adventures (Ages 6-12) - Arctic Ride
Wed, Mar 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™. Join us on a Great Adventure as we discover STEAM concepts, use creative problem solving, and tell stories.
Zero to Five Storytime
Thu, Mar 20, 10:15am - 10:45am
Eatonville - 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.
LEGO Spike Essentials: Great Adventures (Ages 6-12) - Underwater Quest
Thu, Mar 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™. Join us on a Great Adventure as we discover STEAM concepts, use creative problem solving, and tell stories.
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