Way Back When the Ashanti Dressed in Gold

Way Back When the Ashanti Dressed in Gold

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

Adult Basic Education - Improve Reading and Writing Skills

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.

Crochet Froggie Bookmark - Confident Beginner

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!

Web Design - HTML Level 4

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.

TTRPG Academy: Crash Pandas!

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.

Sewing Open Lab

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.

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Social Worker @ the Library

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 - 1:00pm

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.

Sewing Open Lab

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.

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Art History: The Bronze Age of China

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.

Sewing - Puff Quilt (4 Parts) - Confident Beginner

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.

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Character Mailbox

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

Bubble Storytime

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.

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Adaptations and Where to Find Them

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 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.

Adult Basic Education - Improve Reading and Writing Skills

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.

Microsoft Excel Level 1 - Creating Spreadsheets

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.

Crochet Level 1

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.

Community Event: Ocoee Community Market - Storywalk

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."

Microsoft Excel Level 2 - Finalizing & Securing Spreadsheets

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.

Sewing - Confetti Quilting with Tulle - Intermediate Level

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!

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Finding the Plot in Your Premise - presented by Florida SCBWI

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.

All About Amphibians

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.

Cloud & Raindrop DIY Earrings

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.

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Homeschool Art: Easy Bookbinding

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.

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Citizenship Inspired (Week 1 of 4)

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

Parachute Play

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.

Adult Basic Education - Improve Reading and Writing Skills

Wed, Apr 09, 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 ages 0-7.

The Red Pyramid

Wed, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Dive into Egyptology and explore hieroglyphics, pyramids, amulets and ancient Egyptian history. Based on The Kane Chronicles by Rick Riordan. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Wed, Apr 09, 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 10, 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 10, 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 10, 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.

Crochet Level 2 - Beginner Level

Thu, Apr 10, 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 10, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Level up your crocheting. Learn how to create more open fabric with new stitches. Techniques include chaining up rows, as well as double and half double crochet stitches.

Microsoft Excel Level 3 - Functions & Automated Features

Thu, Apr 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

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.

Microsoft Excel Level 4 - More Functions & Visual Tools

Thu, Apr 10, 5:45pm - 6:45pm

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.

Outreach Event: Story Time in the Garden

Fri, Apr 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

Sewing Open Lab

Fri, Apr 11, 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.

Sat, Apr 12, 10:00am - 11:00am

Join the West Oaks Library as we read a story and complete a craft in the beautiful and historic Nehrling Gardens. 2267 Hempel Ave Gotha, FL 34734

Crochet Clinic

Sat, Apr 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Join us for Crochet Clinic where a crochet instructor will be available to answer questions about patterns, troubleshoot problems in projects, and explain crochet technique. All levels welcome!

Animal Crossing Egg Hunt

Sat, Apr 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Join us on a specially themed egg hunt around the library inspired by Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and enjoy a sweet surprise! Recommended for families.

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Art History: The Bronze Age of Mesopotamia

Sat, Apr 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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 Mesopotamia. Recommended for adults.

Outreach Event: Teen Book Party

Sat, Apr 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Join the West Oaks Library at the Ocoee Book Rack for a Stress-Free Book Club. Teens come grab a free snack, drink, and talk about the book you are currently reading. - 125 W McKey St, Ocoee, FL 34761

Microsoft Word Level 1 - Creating Documents

Sat, Apr 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Create polished documents in Microsoft Word. Navigate the user interface and apply basic word processing techniques to create a formatted letter. Learn important actions like copy, cut, and paste.

Microsoft Word Level 2 - Proofing, Templates & Pictures

Sat, Apr 12, 4:15pm - 5:15pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Explore Microsoft Word's proofing features like the spelling and grammar check. Use and modify Word templates with ease. Enhance your document by inserting and formatting pictures.

DIY Decoupage Eggs

Sun, Apr 13, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Transform ordinary eggs into eggs-traordinary works of art using nothing more than paper napkins and your imagination. Recommended for adults.

Visible Mending - Beginner

Sun, Apr 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Prolong the life of beloved clothes and learn the basics of hand sewing in this visible mending class! We will be learning visible mending techniques, hand sewing beginners welcome!

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Homeschool Science: DIY Water Filter

Mon, Apr 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Water water everywhere, with only a bit to drink! Learn why water filtration is so important, and construct your own filter to see the process yourself. Recommended for ages 6-12.

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Citizenship Inspired (Week 2 of 4)

Mon, Apr 14, 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.

Little Chef: Apple Pie Parfait

Tue, Apr 15, 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 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Celebrate apple pie in a brand-new way and learn to layer and scoop! Adult participation required. Recommended for ages 3-5.

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Community Event: Easter Trunk Hop - Texas Roadhouse

Tue, Apr 15, 5:00pm - 7:30pm

Stop by the Easter Trunk Hop at Texas Roadhouse in Ocoee for library information and fun.

Adult Basic Education - Improve Reading and Writing Skills

Wed, Apr 16, 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 ages 0-7.

Wed, Apr 16, 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 17, 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 17, 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 17, 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.

Crochet in the Round - Beginner Level

Thu, Apr 17, 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 17, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Add to your project possibilities by crocheting in the round! Create amigurumi, hats, bowls and more. Learn how to create circles with increase stitches and use stitch markers to track your work.

Microsoft Excel - Data Management Level 1

Thu, Apr 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Learn how to use advanced sort and filter options; apply data validation and other data tools to organize your data.

Microsoft Excel - Data Management Level 2

Thu, Apr 17, 5:45pm - 6:45pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Learn how to apply data subtotals, outlines, data consolidation and conditional formatting to organize your data.

Sewing - Scrap Quilting - Intermediate Level

Fri, Apr 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Have scraps too small for regular quilt patterns? Learn how to use even the smallest scraps in this scrap quilting class! We will learn this technique while we create a unique piece of fabric.

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Teen Art: Rainy Day Tote Bags

Fri, Apr 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Design your own unique weather-themed tote bag that’s perfect for carrying all your essentials — rain or shine! Recommended for teens.

Sewing - Confetti Quilting with Tulle - Intermediate Level

Sat, Apr 19, 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!

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Community Event: City of Ocoee Easter Eggstravaganza - Story Walk

Sat, Apr 19, 11:30am - 2:00pm

Stop by the OCLS table at the City of Ocoee Annual Easter Eggstravaganza. Learn about upcoming classes, events, and read the story Halal Hot Dogs.

Adult Spelling Bee

Sat, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Test your spelling skills at this afternoon of friendly competition. See if you have what it takes to become the spelling champion of the West Oaks Library!

Microsoft Word Level 3 - Enhancing & Finalizing Documents

Sat, Apr 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Enhance your document by adding elements like shapes, SmartArt, headers, and more. Secure your document with password protection. Work with distribution options like printing and sharing.

Microsoft Word Level 4 - Mail Merge

Sat, Apr 19, 4:15pm - 5:15pm

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Contact your mailing list with ease. Use the Mail Merge wizard to create personalized letters and emails.

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Finding Your Roots: Land Records

Mon, Apr 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Build a solid foundation for your genealogy research with this series. This week covers land records: explore deeds, mortgages, and the differences between metes-and-bounds and public land states.

Citizenship Inspired (Week 3 of 4)

Mon, Apr 21, 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.

Earth Day Birthday

Tue, Apr 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Happy Birthday, Earth! Honor our planet on her special day with stories, games and activities about keeping her clean. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Snack Around the World: Italy

Wed, Apr 23, 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 ages 0-7.

Wed, Apr 23, 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. Registration required.

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Adult Basic Education - Improve Reading and Writing Skills

Wed, Apr 23, 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 24, 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 24, 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 24, 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.