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Important Women in History

2025-03-01 15:00:00 2025-03-01 16:00:00 America/New_York Important Women in History Bring the family to celebrate women who have influenced the future by leaving their mark on the past! Recommended for families. West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center - West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Saturday, March 01
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-03-01 15:00:00 2025-03-01 16:00:00 America/New_York Important Women in History Bring the family to celebrate women who have influenced the future by leaving their mark on the past! Recommended for families. West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center - West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Bring the family to celebrate women who have influenced the future by leaving their mark on the past! Recommended for families.

Registration required.

AGE GROUP: | Families |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime | Games & Activities | Arts & Crafting |

TAGS: | womenshistory | bb-family |

West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center

Phone: 407-835-7323

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

Sun, Mar 09, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Celebrate the season of luck with this fun, hands-on craft program! In this creative session, teens will design and make their own "Lucky Charm" felt pins—no sewing required! For teens.
Registration is now closed

Cancelled
Mon, Mar 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Learn about some of your favorite American Girl pastimes and games, while enjoying a vintage craft! Recommended for ages 6-12.

Mon, Mar 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
West Oaks - Ask at Desk
Join historian, author and lecturer of history at UCF Dr. David Head for a lecture, Q&A session and book signing to kick off the American Revolution Experience exhibition.

Tue, Mar 11, 10:00am - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Ask at Desk
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY-AARP Volunteers will provide income tax assistance. To make an appointment visit: aarp.org/taxaide. Register

Tue, Mar 11, 10:00am - 6:45pm
West Oaks - Genealogy Area
The American Revolution Experience is a pop-up collaborative exhibit offered by the American Battlefield Trust and the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution.

Tue, Mar 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Buzz around with the bees this spring! Learn about the importance of bees with stories, games, and crafts surrounding bees and flowers. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Wed, Mar 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
West Oaks - Children's Area
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, Mar 12, 10:00am - 6:45pm
West Oaks - Genealogy Area
The American Revolution Experience is a pop-up collaborative exhibit offered by the American Battlefield Trust and the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution.

Wed, Mar 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Explore hands-on STEAM activities while learning about female inventors and scientists. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Wed, Mar 12, 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, Mar 13, 10:00am - 6:45pm
West Oaks - Genealogy Area
The American Revolution Experience is a pop-up collaborative exhibit offered by the American Battlefield Trust and the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution.

Thu, Mar 13, 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, Mar 13, 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, Mar 13, 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, Mar 13, 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, Mar 13, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Use basic embroidery stitches to create a custom pin cushion to hold all of your favorite pins and needles. Beginner friendly!
This event is full

Thu, Mar 13, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Learn basic Web design processes and terminology and how to create a simple Web page using HTML tags.

Fri, Mar 14, 10:00am - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Ask at Desk
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY-AARP Volunteers will provide income tax assistance. To make an appointment visit: aarp.org/taxaide. Register

Fri, Mar 14, 10:00am - 5:45pm
The American Revolution Experience is a pop-up collaborative exhibit offered by the American Battlefield Trust and the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution.

Fri, Mar 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Go beyond the basics with your sewing machine! Learn to stabilize and stitch machine buttonholes for a polished finish, then use your machine to attach buttons for the perfect project accent.
This event is full

Fri, Mar 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Treat yourself to tasty snacks from a land far away! Each month we'll learn about a different culture and sample the yummiest snacks it has to offer. Recommended for ages 6-12.
This event is full

Sat, Mar 15, 10:00am - 11:30am
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow. Transfer data with ease using Excel's copy and paste features.

Sat, Mar 15, 10:00am - 5:45pm
The American Revolution Experience is a pop-up collaborative exhibit offered by the American Battlefield Trust and the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution.

Sat, Mar 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
It's time to paint the roses red! Enjoy tea, treats, and a craft while getting to know some fellow Alice in Wonderland fans. Recommended for adults.

Sat, Mar 15, 11:45am - 12:45pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
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.

Sat, Mar 15, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Unleash your creativity and light up your space with beautiful, hand-crafted floral inspired lanterns using jars, lights, and other crafting materials! Recommended for adults. 

Sat, Mar 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Also called a biscuit quilt, this super cozy, super fluffy project is sure to provide comfort for many years to come. We will be learning to cut fabric, make squares, and assemble a mini blanket.
Registration is now closed

Sun, Mar 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
The American Revolution Experience is a pop-up collaborative exhibit offered by the American Battlefield Trust and the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution.

Sun, Mar 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Practice beginning embroidery stitches with this adorable felt bunny to welcome in spring! Embroidery beginners welcome!
This event is full

Sun, Mar 16, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Junk journal, scrapbook, diary? Bring your imagination and discover the possibilities of altered books with instructor Kathy Boyle. Recommended for adults. Registration required.
This event is full

Mon, Mar 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Get ready to make the most colorful breakfast ever—Rainbow Pancakes! Chefs aged 5-12 can team up with their grown-ups for a dash of fun and a sprinkle of learning!Register

Tue, Mar 18, 10:00am - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Ask at Desk
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY-AARP Volunteers will provide income tax assistance. To make an appointment visit: aarp.org/taxaide. Register

Tue, Mar 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Let’s learn, grow and play as we learn about our favorite bugs with interactive stations for all! Recommended for ages 18-36 months.
This event is full

Wed, Mar 19, 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, Mar 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Learn about the wonderful world of sea turtles! Enjoy games and crafts while learning about the turtle life cycle and how we can help protect them. Recommended for ages 6-12.
This event is full

Wed, Mar 19, 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, Mar 20, 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, Mar 20, 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, Mar 20, 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, Mar 20, 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, Mar 20, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Use basic embroidery stitches to create a custom pin cushion to hold all of your favorite pins and needles. Beginner friendly!

Thu, Mar 20, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Want to display data properly on your web page? Learn how to build a responsive table to showcase your data.

Fri, Mar 21, 10:00am - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Ask at Desk
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY-AARP Volunteers will provide income tax assistance. To make an appointment visit: aarp.org/taxaide. Register

Fri, Mar 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Purchased a pair of pants or skirt that's just a bit too long? Join us in this sewing class and learn how to complete simple hems on everything from dress pants to skirts.
This event is full

Sat, Mar 22, 10:00am - 11:30am
West Oaks - Ask at Desk
Meet other nature enthusiasts to celebrate spring 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!

Sat, Mar 22, 10:00am - 11:30am
West Oaks - 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.

Sat, Mar 22, 11:45am - 12:45pm
West Oaks - 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.

Sat, Mar 22, 2:30pm - 5:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Explore a brand-new adventure every session with this one-shot style game! First time & experienced players welcome. For adults.
This event is full

Sat, Mar 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Also called a biscuit quilt, this super cozy, super fluffy project is sure to provide comfort for many years to come. We will be learning to cut fabric, make squares, and assemble a mini blanket.
Registration is now closed

Sun, Mar 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Do you delight in horror? Commune with like-minded souls at this book club. There is no assigned reading, just come ready to discuss whatever creepy books you've enjoyed lately.

Sun, Mar 23, 2:00pm - 2:25pm
West Oaks - Children's Area,West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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.

Cancelled
Mon, Mar 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Build a solid foundation for your genealogy research with this series. This week’s focus is on vital records—births, marriages, and deaths—crucial details for your family history.

Tue, Mar 25, 10:00am - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Ask at Desk
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY-AARP Volunteers will provide income tax assistance. To make an appointment visit: aarp.org/taxaide. Register

Tue, Mar 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Take a bite of frosted oats and colorful marshmallows with a twist. Combine, stir and shape a fun treat that will be magically delicious! Adult participation is required. Recommended for ages 3-5.
This event is full

Wed, Mar 26, 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, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Dive into the Ashanti kingdom and explore Adinkra symbols, soul washers, mythology, and ancient Ashanti history. Recommended for children ages 6-12

Wed, Mar 26, 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, Mar 27, 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, Mar 27, 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, Mar 27, 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, Mar 27, 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, Mar 27, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Practice basic in-the-round crochet with this adorable froggie bookmark, perfect to keep or give to a friend! Beginners welcome!

Thu, Mar 27, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Do you want to interact with your users? Learn how to create an interactive form to collect data from your site visitors.

Thu, Mar 27, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Every month we explore a new TTRPG. This month we're playing Crash Pandas! You're a bunch of raccoons all trying to drive the same car at the same time. What could go wrong? Recommended for adults.

Fri, Mar 28, 10:00am - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Ask at Desk
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY-AARP Volunteers will provide income tax assistance. To make an appointment visit: aarp.org/taxaide. Register

Fri, Mar 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Come and sew at the West Oaks Library and bring your sewing projects. All the tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own materials. Machine sewing skills are required.

Fri, Mar 28, 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.

Sat, Mar 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Come and sew at the West Oaks Library and bring your sewing projects. All the tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own materials. Machine sewing skills are required.
This event is full

Sat, Mar 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Explore and learn about art from all around the world; from ancient antiquities to today’s modern masterpieces! This month we will study the Bronze Age of China. Recommended for adults.

Sat, Mar 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Also called a biscuit quilt, this super cozy, super fluffy project is sure to provide comfort for many years to come. We will be learning to cut fabric, make squares, and assemble a mini blanket.
Registration is now closed

Mon, Mar 31, 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 Pout Pout Fish!

Tue, Apr 01, 10:00am - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Ask at Desk
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY-AARP Volunteers will provide income tax assistance. To make an appointment visit: aarp.org/taxaide. Register

Tue, Apr 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Help your child develop gross-motor skills in this interactive bubble party and storytime. Recommended for ages 3-5 years.

Wed, Apr 02, 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, Apr 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Let's learn how plants and animals adapt to survive in their environments! Enjoy stories, crafts, and activities to celebrate our Earth and the creatures that inhabit it. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Wed, Apr 02, 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, Apr 03, 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, Apr 03, 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, Apr 03, 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, Apr 03, 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, Apr 03, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
West Oaks - 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.

Thu, Apr 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas. Save your data and learn how to share workbooks with collaborators.

Thu, Apr 03, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Stop by the monthly Ocoee Community Market and find the OCLS Storywalk to read a story as you shop local and support small business. This month's story "Halal Hot Dogs."

Thu, Apr 03, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Customize and organize worksheets with sheet names, color coding, headers, themes, and more. Protect your worksheets with a password and learn how to print your data.

Fri, Apr 04, 10:00am - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Ask at Desk
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY-AARP Volunteers will provide income tax assistance. To make an appointment visit: aarp.org/taxaide. Register

Fri, Apr 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Need a clever way to use up sewing scraps? Learn how to confetti quilt with scraps and transparent tulle to create a fun upcycled fabric with a unique texture!
This event is full

Sat, Apr 05, 10:30am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Janice Hardy, award-winning author and founder of Fiction University, teaches techniques to test if your premise/idea will fill an entire novel. With hands-on exercises, so bring your laptop or pages.

Sat, Apr 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Hop into an adventure with amphibians. Discover their habitats, life cycles, and traits through hands-on activities. It's going to be a croak-tastic time. Recommended for families.

Sun, Apr 06, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Join us and create your very own pair of earrings inspired by the beauty of clouds and raindrops! This hands-on session is perfect for beginners or experienced crafters. Recommended for adults.

Mon, Apr 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
It's National Library Week! Get started creating your own masterpiece by creating the binding it lives in. Recommended for ages 6-12.
This event is full

Mon, Apr 07, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
During this 4-week program, students will meet once each week to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview.

Tue, Apr 08, 10:00am - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Ask at Desk
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY-AARP Volunteers will provide income tax assistance. To make an appointment visit: aarp.org/taxaide. Register

Tue, Apr 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Play, explore and learn about the world. Put thoughts into words by talking about what your child is doing and building positive social interactions with others. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.