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Blood Pressure Monitor checkout program

by: the American Heart Association & HCA Florida Healthcare

2025-02-14 11:00:00 2025-02-14 12:00:00 America/New_York Blood Pressure Monitor checkout program 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! Southwest Branch -

Friday, February 14
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-02-14 11:00:00 2025-02-14 12:00:00 America/New_York Blood Pressure Monitor checkout program 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! Southwest Branch -

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!

Libraries with Heart is a partnership with the American Heart Association and HCA Florida Healthcare to offer blood pressure monitor kits to Orange County communities.


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AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Health & Wellness |

TAGS: | wellness | healthyliving | bb-library-events |

Southwest Branch

Phone: 407-835-7323

Hours
Mon, Feb 03 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Feb 04 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Feb 05 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Feb 06 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Feb 07 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Feb 08 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Feb 09 Closed

About the branch

The 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.

Read the Southwest blog often for more information on upcoming programs for children and adults, book news and book club discussions, technology classes, art exhibits, new library materials, and more. Email us your suggestions or questions; or post a comment. Let us hear from you!

Upcoming events

Tue, Feb 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.
Registration is now closed

Tue, Feb 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.
Registration is now closed

Cancelled
Wed, Feb 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.

Wed, Feb 05, 10:15am - 11:15am
Technology Classroom
Learn how to use advanced sort and filter options; apply data validation and other data tools to organize your data.
This event is full

Wed, Feb 05, 11:00am - 11:45am
Toddlers will listen to stories and engage in activities celebrating the sun. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Wed, Feb 05, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Technology Classroom
Learn how to apply data subtotals, outlines, data consolidation and conditional formatting to organize your data.
This event is full

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.
This event is full

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+

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.
This event is full

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+

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
This event is full

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.

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.

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!

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!
This event is full

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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+

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 - 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, 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.
This event is full

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.

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.

Sat, Feb 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Technology Classroom
Learn how to tie a heart knot to make a bracelet or necklace to share.

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+

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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+

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Thu, Mar 06, 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.