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Yarnfiti: Crochet Our Forest!

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2024-04-18 12:00:00 2024-04-18 14:00:00 America/New_York Yarnfiti: Crochet Our Forest! Fiber artists, share in the magic of making as we create an enchanted forest of handcrafted art. Join us for this three week series to create pieces for our community art project! West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center - West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Thursday, April 18
12:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-04-18 12:00:00 2024-04-18 14:00:00 America/New_York Yarnfiti: Crochet Our Forest! Fiber artists, share in the magic of making as we create an enchanted forest of handcrafted art. Join us for this three week series to create pieces for our community art project! West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center - West Oaks - Technology Classroom

West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Fiber artists, share in the magic of making as we create an enchanted forest of handcrafted art. Join us for this three week series to create pieces for our community art project!

This is a three part series happening Thursdays on April 4th, 11th, and 18th. We will be making:  

Week One: Leaf

Week Two: Mushroom

Week Three: Succulents

You are welcome to attend all three sessions, or only the ones that suit your schedule. 

  • Class Duration: 2 hours
  • Age Requirements: Adult
  • Recommended Prerequisite: Crochet in the Round
  • Required Skills: Someone who easily handles standard stitches and can follow simple patterns.
  • Materials Fee: None
  • Out of District Fee: [$10 dollars per part of part of class] (includes class and materials fees)

All materials will be provided for class!

Note: Crochet skills are necessary to be successful in this class. New to crochet? Check out Let's Crochet Level 1.

Level Description
Beginner Someone who grasps the most basic stitches and can finish simple patterns with aid.
Confident Beginner Someone who easily handles standard stitches and can follow simple patterns.
Intermediate Someone who can follow most patterns with ease, is able to read stitches and charts, and to whom working in the round is no longer a challenge.
Advanced Someone who can adjust patterns to their own preferences, substitute yarn, and produce neat results consistently in flat, round, lace, and three-dimensional projects.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Maker/DIY | Arts & Crafting |

West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center
Phone: 407-835-7323
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About the branch

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

West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center is located in the historic city of Ocoee near the intersection of Silver Star and Clark Roads. The branch opened in August 2001 and was designed by Harvard, Jolly, Clees, Toppe Architecture Firm. West Oaks Branch provides exceptional library services to the nearly 50,000 residents of Ocoee and surrounding areas. In January 2015, the branch became the new Genealogy Center for Orange County, housing a collection of over 30,000 genealogy books. The Library is the official repository of the Florida State Society Daughters of the American Revolution. The construction of West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center was funded by the Library System and a Florida Library Construction Grant.

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Upcoming Events

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Mindful Start Family Yoga
Wed, Jan 14, 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.
Project WILD: Color Crazy
Wed, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
How does color make it easier to survive? Find out as we learn how animals use color adaptations in the wild. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
Little Bookworms - Alphabet Adventures
Thu, Jan 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Preschoolers will delight in interactive stories, songs, and rhymes that inspire a love of reading and build early literacy skills. Recommended for ages 3–5. Registration required.
Microsoft Excel Level 3 - Functions & Automated Features
Thu, Jan 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Microsoft Excel Level 4 - More Functions & Visual Tools
Thu, Jan 15, 12:15pm - 1:15pm
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.
Crafternoons
Thu, Jan 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Get ready for an hour of crafting fun with friends! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
Crochet Level 2 - Beginner Level
Thu, Jan 15, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
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.
Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine
Fri, Jan 16, 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.
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Little Chef: Banana Pudding
Fri, Jan 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
You'll go BANANAS for our banana pudding! Bring your little one for mixing, mashing, and stacking as they create this classic recipe. Registration required. Recommended for ages 3-5.
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Embroidery Level 2 - Beginner Level
Fri, Jan 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Add to your stitch repertoire. Learn how to create French knots, chain stitches and satin stitches, while practicing the running and back stitches.
Snack Around the World: Mexico
Fri, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Treat yourself to tasty snacks from a land far away! Each month we'll learn about a different culture and sample the yummiest snacks it has to offer. Registration required. Recommended for ages 6-12.
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That's the Tea (Social!) - Perks of Being a Wallflower
Sat, Jan 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Blurb: Let's talk about The Perks of Being a Wallflower, enjoy tea, treats, and create a themed craft. Recommended for ages 18 and up. Registration required.
Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Parade
Mon, Jan 19, 9:00am - 11:00am
Walk with the West Oaks Branch in the City of Ocoee's MLK Day Parade. All ages are welcome!
Storybook Fun
Tue, Jan 20, 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
Tue, Jan 20, 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
Tue, Jan 20, 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.
Family Play & Connect
Tue, Jan 20, 11:30am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little ones, ages 0-5, explore imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for families.
Basic Internet Safety - Senior Skills
Tue, Jan 20, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Don't get scammed! It is important to learn how to be safe and secure with your information while you are online. Build confidence as you visit websites, create passwords, and respond to email.
Tuesday Tree Time!
Tue, Jan 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
West Oaks - Genealogy Area
Bring your questions, your clues, and your curiosity — every Tuesday, Lisa, our Genealogy Specialist, is here to help you grow your family tree!
Using Media & AI Literacy Tools - Senior Skills
Tue, Jan 20, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Learn to spot misinformation, detect bias, and understand AI online. Navigate news, social media, and digital content with confidence.
LEGO® Education Spike Prime: Science & Engineering
Tue, Jan 20, 4:15pm - 5:45pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Prime. Apply STEAM concepts and the engineering design process with hands-on learning. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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