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English for Families

For Parents and Children (ages 6 -12)
2025-02-02 13:30:00 2025-02-02 15:30:00 America/New_York English for Families English for Families is a series of interactive classes for parents and children that focuses on developing English vocabulary and literacy skills through strategic and fun story reading. Alafaya Branch - Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Sunday, February 02
1:30pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-02-02 13:30:00 2025-02-02 15:30:00 America/New_York English for Families English for Families is a series of interactive classes for parents and children that focuses on developing English vocabulary and literacy skills through strategic and fun story reading. Alafaya Branch - Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Alafaya Branch

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

English for Families is a series of interactive classes for parents and children that focuses on developing English vocabulary and literacy skills through strategic and fun story reading.

This program was sponsored in part by Florida Humanities with funds from the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture, the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, and the National Endowment for the Arts. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of Florida Humanities or the aforementioned entities.

AGE GROUP: | Kids | Families | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Language Learning |

Alafaya Branch
Phone: 407-835-7323
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About the branch

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Alafaya Branch has a long history of providing library services to the East Orange County community. The branch originally opened in 1965 as the Azalea Park branch, situated on Lake Barton Road. From the 1970s through the 1990s the branch provided library services from shopping center locations. Ground was broken in January 1999 for a new branch, designed to be the prototype branch for future Orange County Library System branches. Opened on February 1, 2000, Alafaya Branch was funded by a Florida Library Construction Grant.

Upcoming Events

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LEGO® Education Spike™ Essentials: Great Adventures
Sun, Jan 25, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essentials. Go on a Great Adventure as we explore STEAM concepts and creative problem solving. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
This event is full
MasterClass Viewing: Atomic Habits author James Clear
Sun, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
Join us for an hour of James Clear's MasterClass.
LEGO® Education Spike™ Essentials: Great Adventures
Sun, Jan 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essentials. Go on a Great Adventure as we explore STEAM concepts and creative problem solving. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
This event is full
Rescheduled
Social Worker @ the Library - By Appointment Only
Mon, Jan 26, 10:00am - 5:00pm
New date Monday, January 26, 11:00am - 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.
Social Worker @ the Library - By Appointment Only
Mon, Jan 26, 11:00am - 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.
Bingo for Seniors
Mon, Jan 26, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
Do you love Bingo? Come play with us! Meet new people, listen to music and play for your chance to win a fun prize! Recommended for seniors.
LEGO® Education Spike™ Essentials: Great Adventures
Mon, Jan 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essentials. Go on a Great Adventure as we explore STEAM concepts and creative problem solving. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
This event is full
Little Bookworms - D is for Dinosaurs
Tue, Jan 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Alafaya - Back of Branch
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.
Canva Projects - Presentations
Tue, Jan 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
Create visually appealing and effective presentations. Dive into thousands of free Canva presentation templates. Once you have selected a template, edit it with ease and implement Canva elements.
Learn to Use a Microscope
Tue, Jan 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
There's a microscopic world waiting to be explored! Learn how to use a microscope and view the world around us through a different lens. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
LEGO Club
Tue, Jan 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
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.
Little Stories, Big Stretches: Move and Play
Wed, Jan 28, 10:30am - 11:15am
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
Preschoolers will wiggle and stretch to stories, songs, and rhymes, focusing on motor development. Recommended for ages 3–5.
Chess Basics with lichess.org
Wed, Jan 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
Begin your journey to chess mastery. Learn the rules of the game and use the free website, lichess.org to play chess at any time.
LEGO® Digital Builds
Wed, Jan 28, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
Create custom LEGO® builds on the computer with this easy-to-use free software. Print instructions or share your builds with friends online. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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DIY Beaded Bracelets
Wed, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
Make colorful beaded bracelets to wear or trade! Registration required. Recommended for ages 6-12.
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Creating Dungeons & Dragons Characters with D&D Beyond
Wed, Jan 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
Learn how to create your own character using D&D Beyond. Walk through the process step-by-step while exploring the newest version of the game. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.
Open Lab - Ask A Tech for Seniors
Thu, Jan 29, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
Are you stuck on a software-related 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.
Homeschool Junior - History: Martin Luther King Jr.
Thu, Jan 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
Learning comes alive! Explore the world through themed lessons and activities. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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Learn to Use a Microscope
Thu, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
There's a microscopic world waiting to be explored! Learn how to use a microscope and view the world around us through a different lens. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
This event is full
World Snacks: Japan!
Thu, Jan 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
Learn about a country and sample multicultural snacks! Recommended for ages 18 and up.
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Social Worker @ the Library
Fri, Jan 30, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services.
Storybook Fun
Fri, Jan 30, 10:15am - 10:40am
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Toddler Time
Fri, Jan 30, 10:45am - 11:05am
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
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 18-36 months.
Tiny Tales
Fri, Jan 30, 11:15am - 11:30am
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
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 ages 0-18 months.
Baby Play & Connect
Fri, Jan 30, 11:45am - 12:20pm
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
Connect with other caregivers while your babies wiggle, giggle, and explore early play together. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.
Microsoft Excel Level 4 - More Functions & Visual Tools
Fri, Jan 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
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.
Code with Rodocodo
Fri, Jan 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
Explore coding concepts while gaming! Learn about sequencing, debugging, looping, and more by completing coding puzzles with Rodocodo. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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Basic English 2
Sat, Jan 31, 10:30am - 11:30am
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.
Canva Basics
Sat, Jan 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
Bring your design ideas to life with Canva, a free graphic design application. Use templates to gain inspiration and ideas for your next project. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.
English Conversation Hour
Sat, Jan 31, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.
Family Fun: Box Engineers
Sat, Jan 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
Fuel your creativity with a cardboard box! Families will work together to design and construct an architectural marvel. Recommended for families. Registration is required.
Logical Quest with the Zoombinis
Sat, Jan 31, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
Exercise your brains by completing a series of logic-based puzzles and go on an adventure with the Zoombinis! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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Cancelled
Contemporary Romance Book Club
Sat, Jan 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for discussions about popular contemporary romance books! Our January book is Part of Your World by Abby Jimenez. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
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