Make Art and Be Well: Altered Books

Wed, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

The LEGO® Club at the Southwest Library invites you to come use your imaginations to build! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Microsoft Outlook - E-mail

Thu, Feb 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Children's Area

Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.

Thu, Feb 06, 10:15am - 11:15am

Technology Classroom

Learn how to create, forward, reply, and add attachments to e-mails.

Thu, Feb 06, 10:30am - 10:55am

Southwest - Ask at Desk

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.

Microsoft Outlook - Calendar

Thu, Feb 06, 11:00am - 11:25am

Southwest - Ask at Desk

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, Feb 06, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

Learn how to schedule appointments and set tasks and reminders.

Tales from the Farm - Presented by Central Florida Fair

Thu, Feb 06, 11:30am - 11:45am

Southwest - Ask at Desk

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.

Fri, Feb 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Join us for a farm-themed storytime followed by an animal meet and greet!

Beginner Line Dancing

Sat, Feb 08, 10:30am - 11:45am

Learn beginner line dance steps to all types of music. Discover a great way to exercise your body and mind, and have fun. Partners not needed. Bring water. Non-stick sole shoes recommended. 15 to 18+

Device Advice

Sat, Feb 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Technology Classroom

Have a new tablet or smartphone, but not sure how to use it? Let us get you started with the basics, so you become more familiar with your personal device.

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Sewing - Patterns and Fabric - Beginner Level

Sat, Feb 08, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Conference Room

Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud great literature with others each week. Facilitator-led in partnership with the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and Southwest Library. 18+

Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Technology Classroom

Reading the hieroglyphics on a sewing pattern can be quite intimidating. Learn to read a professional sewing pattern, how to layout fabric and prepare material for a project.

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Nature Walk Book Club at Shadow Bay Park: - Orbital

Mon, Feb 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Join the Southwest Library for a casual walk outdoors at Shadow Bay Park followed by discussion of Orbital by Samantha Harvey. Registration required. 18+

Mother Goose on the Loose

Mon, Feb 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Using rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments and more, we will be interacting together to help develop important pre-literacy skills in our littlest ones! Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

LEGO Spike Prime: Science & Engineering (Ages 9-12)

Mon, Feb 10, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Homeschool Meetup

Mon, Feb 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Come participate in math, science, history, art and literature-based learning to support your child's homeschool curriculum. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Mon, Feb 10, 4:00pm - 5:15pm

Technology Classroom

Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™. Join us as apply physical science concepts and the engineering design process through hands-on learning.

Microsoft Excel - Automate Tasks

Tue, Feb 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

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 with children ages 0-7.

Wed, Feb 12, 10:15am - 11:15am

Technology Classroom

Automate everyday tasks with macros. Record data entry and formatting. Insert and modify objects to run macros without coding.

Love Bugs

Wed, Feb 12, 11:00am - 11:45am

Use heart-shaped cut outs to create sweet little love bugs with your love bug! Bug-themed activities and stories will be included too. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Microsoft Excel - Formulas & Functions

Wed, Feb 12, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

Calculate your data with formulas and functions. Use the Function Library to find the best fit for your project. Insert financial, logical, lookup, math and text functions.

Wed, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

The LEGO® Club at the Southwest Library invites you to come use your imaginations to build! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Thu, Feb 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Children's Area

Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.

iPad and iPhone - Basics

Thu, Feb 13, 10:15am - 11:15am

Technology Classroom

Get up and running with your iPad or iPhone. Learn how to navigate using gestures, install and organize apps, modify general and privacy settings and more. Students will use library devices in class.

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Thu, Feb 13, 10:30am - 10:55am

Southwest - Ask at Desk

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, Feb 13, 11:00am - 11:25am

Southwest - Ask at Desk

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.

iPad and iPhone - Productivity

Thu, Feb 13, 11:30am - 11:45am

Southwest - Ask at Desk

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, Feb 13, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

Get organized with your iPad or iPhone. Learn to create and edit events, reminders, lists and notes with Calendar, Reminders and Notes apps. Students will use library devices in class.

Blood Pressure Monitor checkout program - by: the American Heart Association & HCA Florida Healthcare

Fri, Feb 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Learn a simple and efficient way to monitor your blood pressure at home, view diagrams on how to check your blood pressure accurately, access logs to track monitor readings, and more!

Embroider a Doorknob Valentine Pocket - Beginner Level

Sat, Feb 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Technology Classroom

Celebrate love and practice your basic embroidery skills while making an easy, felt doorknob pocket that's perfect for leaving little love letters!

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Growing Up WILD: What's Wild?

Sat, Feb 15, 11:00am - 11:45am

Children will engage in stories about wild and tame animals and sort them into categories. Recommended for families with children ages 4-7.

Family Fiber Arts: Heart Corner Bookmarks

Sat, Feb 15, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Conference Room

Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud great literature with others each week. Facilitator-led in partnership with the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and Southwest Library. 18+

Sat, Feb 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Technology Classroom

Make a cute corner bookmark to keep or to share with a few simple stitches. Best for ages 10+. This program is intended for families, whatever family means to you.

Mother Goose on the Loose

Mon, Feb 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Using rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments and more, we will be interacting together to help develop important pre-literacy skills in our littlest ones! Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Introduction to Circuitry (Ages 7-9)

Mon, Feb 17, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Homeschool Meetup

Mon, Feb 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Come participate in math, science, history, art and literature-based learning to support your child's homeschool curriculum. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Mon, Feb 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Technology Classroom

Explore the basics of electronics while you build exciting projects with Snap Circuits. Learn the basic science of electronics and how they impact our everyday lives.

English Conversation Hour

Mon, Feb 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.

Podcast Listening Club: Opioid Crisis - Like a Book Club, but for Podcasts

Mon, Feb 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Conference Room

Join us to discuss this month's topic: the Opioid Crisis. Podcast playlist examines it through the voices and experiences of people most involved in the crisis. Reg. preferred. 18+

Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns - Tortoiseshell - Beginner Level

Tue, Feb 18, 10:15am - 12:15pm

Technology Classroom

Learn sashiko hand sewing techniques that form geometric patterns from simple running stitches. Create beautiful designs layer-by-layer while learning to mark and sew these geometric designs.

Microsoft Excel - Pivot Tables

Tue, Feb 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

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 with children ages 0-7.

Wed, Feb 19, 10:15am - 11:15am

Technology Classroom

Dread analyzing data? Simplify the process and create meaningful reports using the powerful PivotTable tools. Learn how to create and customize PivotTables and PivotCharts using Microsoft Excel.

Toddler Playground

Wed, Feb 19, 11:00am - 11:45am

Toddlers use unstructured play to advance their physical and cognitive development and to have FUN! Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Microsoft 365 Basics

Wed, Feb 19, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Technology Classroom

Discover how you can use Microsoft's powerful productivity tools to connect and collaborate with your team. Learn how to access apps, store and share files.

Wed, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

The LEGO® Club at the Southwest Library invites you to come use your imaginations to build! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Thu, Feb 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Children's Area

Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.

iPad and iPhone - Camera

Thu, Feb 20, 10:15am - 11:15am

Technology Classroom

Never miss out on capturing a memory with your iPad or iPhone. Learn about camera options, modes and even perform simple edits to clean up your images. Students will use library devices in class.

This event is full

Thu, Feb 20, 10:30am - 10:55am

Southwest - Ask at Desk

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.

iPad and iPhone - Organize & Edit Photos

Thu, Feb 20, 11:00am - 11:25am

Southwest - Ask at Desk

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, Feb 20, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

Find your photos easily on your iPad or iPhone. Organize photos into albums, moments and collections. Use filters and exposure tools to enhance your images. Students will use library devices in class.

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Southwest STEM - Bridge Engineer

Thu, Feb 20, 11:30am - 11:45am

Southwest - Ask at Desk

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, Feb 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Learn how bridges are made and why some fail, then build your own. Bridge the gap between fun and learning with this program. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Macramé a Heart Knot - Confident Beginner Level

Sat, Feb 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Technology Classroom

Learn how to tie a heart knot to make a bracelet or necklace to share.

Hearts of Gold Therapy Dogs

Sat, Feb 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Children's Area

Children can improve their reading 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 children.

Southwest Art Meet Up

Sat, Feb 22, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Bring your own art or craft projects to work on or create something new with provided supplies. Connect with others who enjoy crafting and art! Registration preferred. 18+

Dungeons & Dragons Drop-In Adventure (12-17)

Sat, Feb 22, 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Technology Classroom

Let's play Dungeons & Dragons together! Choose a premade character or bring your own to embark on an adventure full of mysteries, puzzles, dangers, and treasure.

Mother Goose on the Loose

Sat, Feb 22, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Conference Room

Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud great literature with others each week. Facilitator-led in partnership with the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and Southwest Library. 18+

Mon, Feb 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Using rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments and more, we will be interacting together to help develop important pre-literacy skills in our littlest ones! Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Make Custom Paper Airplanes (7-9)

Mon, Feb 24, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Homeschool Meetup

Mon, Feb 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Come participate in math, science, history, art and literature-based learning to support your child's homeschool curriculum. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Mon, Feb 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Technology Classroom

Custom design your own paper airplane with graphics and text using Microsoft Publisher.

Gather and Unwind - Fiber Arts Meetup

Tue, Feb 25, 10:15am - 12:00pm

Technology Classroom

Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.

Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine

Tue, Feb 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

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 with children ages 0-7.

Tue, Feb 25, 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.

Open Lab - Ask A Tech

Wed, Feb 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

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.

Bubble Playtime

Wed, Feb 26, 11:00am - 11:45am

Help your child develop gross-motor skills in this interactive bubble party. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.

Wed, Feb 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

The LEGO® Club at the Southwest Library invites you to come use your imaginations to build! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Thu, Feb 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Children's Area

Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.

Thu, Feb 27, 10:30am - 10:55am

Southwest - Ask at Desk

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, Feb 27, 11:00am - 11:25am

Southwest - Ask at Desk

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.

Southwest Book Club: - The First Ladies

Thu, Feb 27, 11:30am - 11:45am

Southwest - Ask at Desk

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, Feb 27, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Join the Southwest Book Club to discuss The First Ladies by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray. An unlikely friendship between two formidable women that changed the world. Reg. req. 18+

Qigong Movement and Breathing

Fri, Feb 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Learn ancient Qigong practice with modern day instructor Jasmine Win. Using the 5 elements of life, students will undergo an empowering & uplifting shift to take control of their health & lives.

Outreach Event: Storytime at Bill Frederick Park

Sat, Mar 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Join us for an outdoor nature Storytime hosted near the playground at Bill Frederick Park. Small fee required to enter the park. Recommended for ages 0-12.

Preparing for Retirement: Social Security

Sat, Mar 01, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

What is full retirement age? Can I get social security benefits if I am still working? Have these questions answered and more.

Mother Goose on the Loose - Colors

Sat, Mar 01, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Conference Room

Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud great literature with others each week. Facilitator-led in partnership with the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and Southwest Library. 18+

Mon, Mar 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

Using rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments and more, we will be interacting together to help develop important pre-literacy skills in our littlest ones! Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Homeschool Meetup - Glue Batik Session 1

Mon, Mar 03, 11:30am - 12:00pm

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.

Mon, Mar 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

This two-part series will teach students the batik method of creating colored designs on cloth. Please register for both sessions. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Easy Typing (Ages 7-9)

Mon, Mar 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Technology Classroom

Have fun playing games that can help you speed up your typing skills and learn how to position your hands on the keyboard like a pro!

English Conversation Hour

Mon, Mar 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.

Knit Along: The April Hat (3-Part) - Confident Beginner Level - Gifting Series

Tue, Mar 04, 10:15am - 12:00pm

Technology Classroom

The gifting series is all about knitting gifts to give. The April Hat by Kelbourne Woolens is a technique filled hat which will challenge the knitter with puffs, bobbles, and twisted stitches.

Outreach Event: Storytime at Bill Frederick Park

Tue, Mar 04, 11:00am - 11:30am

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 with children ages 0-7.

Cancelled

Wed, Mar 05, 10:00am - 11:00am

Join us for an outdoor nature Storytime hosted near the playground at Bill Frederick Park. Small fee required to enter the park. Recommended for ages 0-12.

Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1

Wed, Mar 05, 10:15am - 11:15am

Technology Classroom

Identify the basic features and tools to get you started. Learn how to create a presentation by using templates, text, and picture files.

Hooray for Birds

Wed, Mar 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

Get ready to stretch your wings and enjoy story time and a craft highlighting our bright and beautiful feathered friends. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Microsoft PowerPoint Level 2

Wed, Mar 05, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

Capture your audience attention with a visually compelling presentation. Learn how to insert and customize SmartArt graphics, tables, charts and video.

Wed, Mar 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

The LEGO® Club at the Southwest Library invites you to come use your imaginations to build! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Storytime Craft

Thu, Mar 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.

Thu, Mar 06, 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.

Thu, Mar 06, 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.