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Finding Your Roots: Newspapers

Join us as we explore how you can use newspapers to expand your family history research and learn more about your ancestors.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History - Culture - Genealogy |

TAGS: | genealogy | bb-genealogy |

West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center
Phone: 407-835-7323
Hours
Mon, Oct 07 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Oct 08 10:00AM to 3:00PM
(Closing early due to Hurricane Milton.)
Wed, Oct 09 Closed
(Closed due to Hurricane Milton.)
Thu, Oct 10 Closed
(Closed due to Hurricane Milton.)
Fri, Oct 11 Closed
(Closed due to Hurricane Milton.)
Sat, Oct 12 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Oct 13 1:00PM to 6:00PM
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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.

Genealogy Center Blog

Learn about the Genealogy Collection!

Upcoming events

Sewing - Trick or Treat Tote Bag - Confident Beginner
Fri, Oct 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
A custom trick or treating tote to match any costume, this beginner friendly sewing project is perfect for new sewists!
Registration is now closed
Cancelled
Finding Your Roots: Newspapers
Fri, Oct 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us as we explore how you can use newspapers to expand your family history research and learn more about your ancestors.
Cancelled
Plant Swap
Sat, Oct 12, 10:00am - 11:30am
Meet other nature enthusiasts and celebrate autumn at this plant exchange. Bring your own plants and cuttings to share with others and you might walk away with a new favorite for your own garden!
Cancelled
Outreach Event: Story Time in the Garden
Sat, Oct 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join the West Oaks Library as we read a story and complete a craft in the beautiful and historic Nehrling Gardens. 2267 Hempel Ave Gotha, FL 34734
Cancelled
Outreach Event: Teen Book Club
Sat, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens age 13-18, join the West Oaks Library at Ocoee Book Rack for a Stress-Free Book Club. – 125 W McKey St, Ocoee, FL 34761
Monster Smash, Halloween Bash!
Wed, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Children's Area
Wear your costume and join us for ghoulish games, creepy crafts and spooky stories...if you dare! Recommended for families.
This event is full
Storybook Fun
Thu, Oct 17, 10:15am - 10:40am
West Oaks - Children's Area
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, Oct 17, 10:45am - 11:05am
West Oaks - Children's Area
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, Oct 17, 11:15am - 11:30am
West Oaks - Children's Area
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, Oct 17, 11:30am - 12:30pm
West Oaks - Children's Area
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.
Microsoft Excel - Data Management Level 1
Thu, Oct 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Learn how to use advanced sort and filter options; apply data validation and other data tools to organize your data.
Microsoft Excel - Data Management Level 2
Thu, Oct 17, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Learn how to apply data subtotals, outlines, data consolidation and conditional formatting to organize your data.
Sewing - Fabric Pumpkin - Confident Beginner
Fri, Oct 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Use beginner sewing skills to make a cute seasonal decoration!
This event is full
Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine - Ages 10 - 12
Sat, Oct 19, 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.
Cancelled
Storybook Fun
Thu, Oct 24, 10:15am - 10:40am
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.
Cancelled
Toddler Time
Thu, Oct 24, 10:45am - 11:05am
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.
Cancelled
Tiny Tales
Thu, Oct 24, 11:15am - 11:30am
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.
Cancelled
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Thu, Oct 24, 11:30am - 12:30pm
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.
Social Worker @ the Library
Fri, Oct 25, 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.
Family Storytime
Sun, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
West Oaks - Children's Area
Storytime is the right time for family time. Reading together is a wonderful way to bond and learn from one another. Bring your families together for fun stories that are designed for all ages.
Character Mailbox
Wed, Oct 30, 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 your favorite dog!
Cancelled
Storybook Fun
Thu, Oct 31, 10:15am - 10:40am
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.
Cancelled
Toddler Time
Thu, Oct 31, 10:45am - 11:05am
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.
Cancelled
Tiny Tales
Thu, Oct 31, 11:15am - 11:30am
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.
Cancelled
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Thu, Oct 31, 11:30am - 12:30pm
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.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Wed, Nov 06, 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.
Under the Foliage
Wed, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Explore fall in Florida and discover the world hidden under the fallen leaves. Learn about plants and animals that live in the foliage through games and crafts. Recommended for ages 6-8.
Adult Basic Education - Improve Reading and Writing Skills
Wed, Nov 06, 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, Nov 07, 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, Nov 07, 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, Nov 07, 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, Nov 07, 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.
Tiny Basket Weaving - Rope, Pine Needles, and Fabric!
Thu, Nov 07, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Celebrate the harvest season by learning the basics of basket weaving in our tiny basket weaving series! Recommended for confident fiber artists looking to expand their skill set.
This event is full
How to Use the Mouse & Keyboard
Thu, Nov 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
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.
Learn How to Type
Thu, Nov 07, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Learn how to properly place your hands on the keyboard and enhance your typing skills by using the Web-based TypingMaster program.
Outreach Event: Story Time in the Garden
Sat, Nov 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join the West Oaks Library as we read a story and complete a craft in the beautiful and historic Nehrling Gardens. 2267 Hempel Ave Gotha, FL 34734
Plant Clinic
Sat, Nov 09, 10:15am - 12:15pm
West Oaks - Ask at Desk
Bring your plants and ask questions! Master Gardener Volunteers from the UF/IFAS Orange County Extension Office will be available to answer your gardening questions.
Outreach Event: Teen Book Club
Sat, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens age 13-18, join the West Oaks Library at Ocoee Book Rack for a Stress-Free Book Club. – 125 W McKey St, Ocoee, FL 34761
Lord of the Rings Party!
Sat, Nov 09, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Calling all hobbits, elves, dwarves, wizards, and humans! Join us as we celebrate the LOTR film trilogy with themed snacks, trivia, and activities. Costumes encouraged. Recommended for adults.
Book Page Ornaments
Sun, Nov 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Book lovers, create unique, vintage-inspired ornaments for your holiday decor. All supplies will be provided. Recommended for adults.
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