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Hearts of Gold Therapy Dogs
2025-02-22 10:30:00 2025-02-22 11:30:00 America/New_York Hearts of Gold Therapy Dogs Children can improve their literacy skills by reading to a therapy dog with Golden Retriever Rescue of Mid-Florida. Practice with a furry friend and build your confidence. Recommended for ages 6-12. Southwest Branch - Children's Area

Saturday, February 22
10:30am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2025-02-22 10:30:00 2025-02-22 11:30:00 America/New_York Hearts of Gold Therapy Dogs Children can improve their literacy skills by reading to a therapy dog with Golden Retriever Rescue of Mid-Florida. Practice with a furry friend and build your confidence. Recommended for ages 6-12. Southwest Branch - Children's Area

Southwest Branch

Children's Area

Children can improve their literacy skills by reading to a therapy dog with Golden Retriever Rescue of Mid-Florida. Practice with a furry friend and build your confidence. Recommended for ages 6-12.

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Animals & Pets |

Southwest Branch
Phone: 407-835-7323
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Mon, Jan 05 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jan 06 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jan 07 10:00AM to 7:00PM
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Fri, Jan 09 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jan 10 10:00AM to 6:00PM
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About the branch

Southwest Branch opened on March 21, 1989 in a beautiful Mediterranean style building designed by Schweizer and Associates Architecture Firm, who also designed the Orlando Public Library. Serving the Dr. Phillips and Metrowest communities, Southwest is near International Drive and the attractions. Southwest is a popular place for local adults, children, students and tourists.

Upcoming Events

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Sewing Open Lab
Wed, Jan 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Technology Classroom
Come and sew at the Southwest Branch and bring your sewing projects. Participants are required to bring their own materials. Machine sewing skills are required.
This event is full
Artsy Toddler - Winter Snow
Wed, Jan 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Discover colors, textures, and materials through stories, songs, and creative art activities. Recommended for ages 18–36 months. Registration required.
Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine
Wed, Jan 07, 12:45pm - 2:45pm
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.
This event is full
LEGO® Club
Wed, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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.
Family Fun: Storytime Crafts
Thu, Jan 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in before or after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.
Storybook Fun
Thu, Jan 08, 10:30am - 10:55am
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, Jan 08, 11:00am - 11:20am
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, Jan 08, 11:30am - 11:45am
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.
Teen Art Adventures: Happy Little Trees
Thu, Jan 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Grab a brush, mellow out and paint some happy little trees the Bob Ross way! Remember, there are no mistakes, only happy accidents! Supplies limited; registration required.
Crochet Level 1
Fri, Jan 09, 10:15am - 12:00pm
Technology Classroom
Start crocheting today! Learn basic techniques while creating your first project, a bookmark for your favorite read. Techniques include creating a slip knot, chaining, and single crochet stitches.
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Florida Children's Museum - Mobile Museum Library Program - Sponsored by Orlando Health
Fri, Jan 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
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.
Beginner Line Dancing
Sat, Jan 10, 10:30am - 11:45am
Learn line dance steps to all types of music. Discover a fun way to exercise your body and mind. Recommended for ages 18 and up. Registration required.
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Y Read: Book Read Aloud
Sat, Jan 10, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room
Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud great literature with others each week. No pressure to read aloud. Come to listen! Facilitator-led. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
Nature Walk Book Club - The Measure
Mon, Jan 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Join the Southwest Library for a walk outdoors at Nehrling Gardens followed by discussion of The Measure by Nikki Erlick. Registration required. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
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Mother Goose on the Loose
Mon, Jan 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Build baby’s first literacy skills with songs, rhymes and stories. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.
Baby Play & Connect
Mon, Jan 12, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Connect with other caregivers while your babies wiggle, giggle, and explore early play together. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.
Homeschool Junior - DIY Zoetrope
Mon, Jan 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Learning comes alive! Explore the world through crafts, experiments, and hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Semamori Paper Stitched Patterns - Chidori (Japanese Plover Bird)
Tue, Jan 13, 10:15am - 11:30am
Technology Classroom
Semamori are traditional Japanese auspicious patterns. Learn about the meaning and history of the featured Semamori pattern. Pierce and stitch the pattern on paper.
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Little Bookworms - Discover Michigan and Ohio
Tue, Jan 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Tue, Jan 13, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
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.
Chess Club
Tue, Jan 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Discover the game of chess while having fun and making friends. Recommended for ages 6-12.
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