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Canceled

Outreach Event: Story Time in the Garden

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

AGE GROUP: | Families |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime |

TAGS: | outreach | ors | bb-family |

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

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

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!
This event is full

Cancelled
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
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
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
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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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
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
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
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
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.

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.

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.

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
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
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
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
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.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.