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Sewing Open Lab

North Orange

Come and sew at the North Orange 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.

Come and sew at the North Orange Library and bring your sewing projects. All the tools are here to create your projects. Participants must bring all of the fabric, patterns, thread and notions (e.g. interfacing, zippers, etc.) needed for the project. 

  • Singer Heavy Duty Sewing Machines and tools available for you to use.
  • Prerequisites to use a sewing machine:
    • Sewing: Introduction to the Sewing Machine
      OR
    • Participants must be able to wind a bobbin, thread a sewing machine, sew straight seams, read simple patterns and cut fabric with minimal assistance.

      Note: Machine sewing skills are necessary to be successful in Open Lab. New to sewing? Check out Introduction to the Sewing Machine.

Age requirements: Adults; for anyone from age 11-17, guardian must sign waiver and accompany the child.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Maker/DIY | Life Skills |

TAGS: | tec101 | sewing | fiberarts | bb-fiber-arts |

North Orange Branch
Phone: 407-835-7323
Hours
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Mon, Apr 27 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Apr 28 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Apr 29 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Apr 30 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, May 01 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 02 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, May 03 1:00PM to 6:00PM
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About the branch

LYNX Bus Link 41 State Road 436

North Orange Branch began as a bookmobile station in 1950, and was replaced by a branch in 1964. Moving to the Palm Plaza Shopping Center in 1969, the branch occupied a 3500 square foot space there for twenty years. In 1989 the branch moved to its present 12,000 square foot facility. As the name implies, North Orange Branch serves the areas of Apopka, Plymouth, Zellwood, Tangerine, and environs.

Upcoming events

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Toddler Storytime: Library Day!
Tue, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
North Orange - Meeting Room
Toddlers will explore a playful mix of songs, rhymes, and stories while building early literacy skills and having fun. Recommended for ages 18–36 months.
Registration is now closed
Microsoft Excel Level 2 - Finalizing & Securing Spreadsheets
Tue, Apr 28, 11:30am - 12:30pm
North Orange - Computer 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.
Cancelled
English for Social Interactions
Tue, Apr 28, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
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.
Cancelled
English Conversation Hour
Tue, Apr 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.
Crochet - Choosing Yarn - Beginner Level
Tue, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
North Orange - Computer Lab
Choose the right yarn every time. Learn how to read a yarn label, about fiber content, and how to use online resources to find the perfect yarn for your projects.
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Writing Clearly Intermediate
Tue, Apr 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Writing Clearly Intermediate is a class that focuses on grammar for complex ideas, including sentence structures, paragraph, and essay writing.
Preschool Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Wed, Apr 29, 10:15am - 10:40am
North Orange - Meeting Room
Through picture books, songs, and stories, preschoolers (ages 3–5) build early literacy skills and prepare for reading and writing by talking, singing, reading, and playing.
Family Fun: Storytime Craft
Wed, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
North Orange - Ask at Desk
Drop-in before and after Storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.
Toddler Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Wed, Apr 29, 10:45am - 11:10am
North Orange - Meeting Room
Through movement, storytelling, and songs, toddlers (ages 18–36 months) build early literacy, listening, and verbal skills while developing motor coordination and discovering the joy of books.
Baby Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Wed, Apr 29, 11:15am - 11:45am
North Orange - Meeting Room
Featuring rhythm, rhymes, and repetition, this lap-time program supports early literacy, motor skills, language development, and a love of books for babies (ages 0–18 months).
Microsoft Excel Nivel 2 - Asegurar y Finalizar Hojas de Cálculos (Español)
Wed, Apr 29, 11:30am - 12:30pm
North Orange - Computer Lab
Personalice y organice hojas de trabajo con nombres, códigos de colores, encabezados, temas y más. Proteja sus hojas de trabajo con una contraseña y aprenda a imprimir sus hojas de cálculos.
Senior Brain Stretch - Brain Stations for Seniors
Wed, Apr 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
North Orange - Meeting Room
Stop by the brain stations to enjoy time to learn, create, and fuel your brain power. Take advantage of some “Me-Time” on your own or among friends. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
Crochet - Triple Crochet (Ages 13-18) - Confident Beginner Level
Wed, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
North Orange - Computer Lab
Make simple lace work a cinch! Create a lace bookmark using the triple crochet stitches. Triple crochet stitches are often found in scarf and shawl patterns for to create a drapey fabric.
Social Worker @ the Library - By Appointment Only
Thu, Apr 30, 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.org/socialworker.
Preschool Storytime: Delightful Dragons
Thu, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
North Orange - Meeting 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.
This event is full
Yoga for Adults and Seniors
Thu, Apr 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
North Orange - Meeting Room
A gentle, beginner-friendly yoga class designed to improve flexibility, balance and mobility. Perfect for seniors looking to move mindfully, reduce stress and feel good in their bodies.
Yoga for Adults and Seniors
Thu, Apr 30, 2:15pm - 3:15pm
North Orange - Meeting Room
A gentle, beginner-friendly yoga class designed to improve flexibility, balance and mobility. Perfect for seniors looking to move mindfully, reduce stress and feel good in their bodies.
Principios de Computadora Nivel 1 - Comenzando a Trabajar con Windows (Español)
Thu, Apr 30, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
North Orange - Computer Lab
Aprenda conceptos y terminología de computadoras. Explore el escritorio de la computadora usando técnicas básicas del ratón (mouse) y el teclado.
Principios de Computadora Nivel 2 - Creando y Guardando Archivos (Español)
Thu, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
North Orange - Computer Lab
Aprenda como organizar archivos y carpetas en su computadora.
Homeschool Junior: Mosaic Art
Fri, May 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
North Orange - Meeting Room
Learning comes alive! Explore the world through crafts, experiments, and hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 6-12.
This event is full
Microsoft Excel - Data Management Level 1
Fri, May 01, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
North Orange - Computer Lab
Learn how to use advanced sort and filter options; apply data validation and other data tools to organize your data.
Cancelled
Introductory English Course
Fri, May 01, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
This course is designed for students who have very little English experience. Start from the beginning with basic vocabulary.
Open Lab - Microsoft Excel Data Management - Practice
Fri, May 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
North Orange - Computer Lab
Are you stuck on a Microsoft Excel project or simply need constructive ideas to get you started? Let us help! A technology trainer will be available to assist you in this open lab.
Cancelled
Basic English 1
Fri, May 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.
Sewing Open Lab
Sat, May 02, 10:30am - 12:30pm
North Orange - Computer Lab
Come and sew at the North Orange 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.
LEGO® Education Spike Prime: Science & Engineering
Sat, May 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
North Orange - Computer Lab
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.
This event is full
Baby Storytime
Mon, May 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
North Orange - Meeting Room
Build baby’s first literacy skills with songs, rhymes and stories. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.
LEGO® Club
Mon, May 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
North Orange - Meeting Room
The Library invites you to come and use your imagination to build! Bricks will be provided, but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Florida Children's Museum - Mobile Museum Library Program - Sponsored by Orlando Health
Tue, May 05, 10:30am - 12:00pm
North Orange - Meeting Room
Drop in during this 90-minute timeframe to hear stories, explore art, use your senses and play through hands-on fun! Designed for preschoolers and their caregivers, with children under 3 also welcome.
Build Your Computer Mouse Skill - Senior Skills
Tue, May 05, 11:30am - 12:30pm
North Orange - Computer Lab
Become a confident and comfortable mouse user! Learn technique so you can navigate your computer. Practice using the mouse with hands-on exercises and online resources.
Cancelled
English for Social Interactions
Tue, May 05, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
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.
Cancelled
English Conversation Hour
Tue, May 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.
Crochet Ribbing - Beginner Level
Tue, May 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
North Orange - Computer Lab
Create the look of a classic knit ribbing with crochet! Learn how to work through the back loop only and how to add fridge to your finished work in this beginner crochet class.
Cancelled
Writing Clearly Intermediate
Tue, May 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Writing Clearly Intermediate is a class that focuses on grammar for complex ideas, including sentence structures, paragraph, and essay writing.
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