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Splash, Leap, and Waddle: Life by a Pond
2025-04-29 10:30:00 2025-04-29 11:30:00 America/New_York Splash, Leap, and Waddle: Life by a Pond Through captivating stories, crafts, and activities, children will discover the fascinating lives of frogs, fish, ducks, and other pond dwellers. Recommended for ages 3-5. Winter Garden Branch - Winter Garden - Program Area

Tuesday, April 29
10:30am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2025-04-29 10:30:00 2025-04-29 11:30:00 America/New_York Splash, Leap, and Waddle: Life by a Pond Through captivating stories, crafts, and activities, children will discover the fascinating lives of frogs, fish, ducks, and other pond dwellers. Recommended for ages 3-5. Winter Garden Branch - Winter Garden - Program Area

Winter Garden Branch

Winter Garden - Program Area

Through captivating stories, crafts, and activities, children will discover the fascinating lives of frogs, fish, ducks, and other pond dwellers. Recommended for ages 3-5.

This immersive program invites young adventurers to dive into the vibrant world of ponds. Through captivating stories, crafts, and activities, children will discover the fascinating lives of frogs, fish, ducks, and other pond dwellers. Join us for a fun-filled adventure where every splash, leap and waddle brings new discoveries and joyful learning. Perfect for young explorers eager to discover and learn about nature's delightful secrets. Hop on over for an unforgettable adventure!

AGE GROUP: | Preschoolers |

EVENT TYPE: | Arts & Crafting | Animals & Pets |

TAGS: | bb-early-learning-preschool |

Winter Garden Branch
Phone: 407-835-7323
Hours
Mon, Apr 28 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Apr 29 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Apr 30 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, May 01 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, May 02 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 03 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, May 04 Closed
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About the branch

LYNX Bus Link 105 West Colonial

LYNX Bus Link 612 NeighborLink 612 / Winter Garden

The Winter Garden Branch has all the charm of a small town library plus all of the resources available through the Orange County Library System. It is the westernmost branch in Orange County. Noted for friendly and helpful staff, the branch is now serving a third generation of patrons.

Upcoming events

Splash, Leap, and Waddle: Life by a Pond
Tue, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Through captivating stories, crafts, and activities, children will discover the fascinating lives of frogs, fish, ducks, and other pond dwellers. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Basic English 2
Tue, Apr 29, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Help your child develop key early-literacy skills through music, movement, and stories in this bilingual storytime featuring books and songs in English and Spanish. Recommended for ages 3 - 5.
STEAM Free Play Jr.
Wed, Apr 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Explore, discover, and learn with STEAM-related toys! Help your child build observation skills, boost creativity, and develop critical thinking while engaging in STEAM-based play. Ages 0-5.
Rescheduled
Winter Garden Chess Club - Free Play
Wed, Apr 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
New date Wednesday, April 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Join us for a game of chess. Whether you are a beginner, novice, or master all experience is welcome. Recommended for families.
Winter Garden Chess Club - Free Play
Wed, Apr 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Join us for a game of chess. Whether you are a beginner, novice, or master all experience is welcome. Recommended for families.
Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1
Wed, Apr 30, 4:35pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Identify the basic features and tools to get you started. Learn how to create a presentation by using templates, text, and picture files.
Microsoft PowerPoint Level 2
Wed, Apr 30, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Capture your audience attention with a visually compelling presentation. Learn how to insert and customize SmartArt graphics, tables, charts and video.
Countdown to Kindergarten - Motor & Movement
Thu, May 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Start your engines! Engage in transportation-themed stories, rhymes and activities to strengthen fine and gross motor skills needed for writing and success in kindergarten. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Bingo for Seniors
Thu, May 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
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.
Flower Fusion: Painting with Dried Florals
Thu, May 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Spring has sprung! Create your very own work of art with paint and dried flowers on canvas. Recommended for ages 18 and up. Registration required.
Microsoft Excel Level 1 - Creating Spreadsheets
Thu, May 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
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.
Microsoft Excel Level 2 - Finalizing & Securing Spreadsheets
Thu, May 01, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
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.
Storybook Fun
Fri, May 02, 10:15am - 10:40am
Winter Garden - Program Area
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.
Car Seat Safety
Fri, May 02, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Winter Garden - Ask at Desk
Certified Technicians from Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children and Orange County Safe Kids will be available to check your car seat on a first come, first served basis.
Toddler Time
Fri, May 02, 10:45am - 11:10am
Winter Garden - Program Area
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.
Tiny Tales
Fri, May 02, 11:15am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
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.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Fri, May 02, 11:35am - 12:00pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little ones, ages 0-5, explore imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for families.
Adobe Photoshop Level 1 - Editing Tools
Fri, May 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Learn about the functionality of Photoshop and explore the environment. Become familiar with using the Brush, Eraser, Selection, Move, and Crop tools.
Adobe Photoshop Level 2 - Working with Layers
Fri, May 02, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Learn how to use layers, layer masks, and layer styles. Become familiar with additional Photoshop tools like Paint Bucket, Type, and Free Transform. Explore Photoshop's myriad of adjustment layers.
Winter Garden Knits - A Fiber Arts Meetup
Sat, May 03, 10:15am - 12:15pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Have a knitting or crochet project in progress, we’d love to see it! Bring your own work in progress, yarn & tools, ask questions, receive help, give help, share ideas, and meet new people!  
This event is full
Winter Garden LEGO® Club
Sat, May 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
The LEGO® Club at Winter Garden Branch invites you to build and create own designs with LEGO® sets or BrickLink Studio. Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6 - 12
Writer's Meetup
Sat, May 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Attend an hour-long workshop with local writers as we brainstorm ideas, discuss writing methods, and give constructive feedback. Submissions must be sent ahead of time. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Mon, May 05, 10:15am - 10:45am
Winter Garden - Program 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.
Crochet in the Round - Confident Beginner Level
Mon, May 05, 10:15am - 12:15pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
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.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Mon, May 05, 11:15am - 11:45am
Winter Garden - Program 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.
Learn to Knit: Level 1 and Beyond - Beginner Series
Mon, May 05, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Love the idea of knitting-don't know where to start? Join this introductory series, learn the basics of knitting and create a modern scarf! **Students must bring own tools & yarn after first class**
Read to a Therapy Dog
Mon, May 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Read to a therapy dog to practice reading skills with an attentive furry listener. Recommended for families.
Crafternoons
Mon, May 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Get ready for an hour of crafting fun with friends! Registration Requested. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Outreach Event: Horizon West Kids Book Club - 16150 Pebble Bluff Loop, Winter Garden, FL, 34787.
Mon, May 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
There is a book club for kids in Horizon West! We meet at the Waterleigh Phase 2 clubhouse to talk all things books. Recommended ages 7+ Location: 16150 Pebble Bluff Loop, Winter Garden, FL, 34787.
Learn to Knit: Level 1 and Beyond - Beginner Series
Tue, May 06, 10:00am - 11:45am
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Love the idea of knitting-don't know where to start? Join this introductory series, learn the basics of knitting and create a modern scarf! **Students must bring own tools & yarn after first class**
Registration is now closed
Aloha!
Tue, May 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
We're having a party and you are invited! Preschoolers will participate in stories and activities to celebrate our 50th state. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Outreach Event: Horizon West Crafts class for adults - 16150 Pebble Bluff Loop, Winter Garden, FL, 34787.
Tue, May 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join OCLS in this crafts class for adults. This month, we're upcycling cans for plants! All supplies provided! Registration required. Location: 16150 Pebble Bluff Loop, Winter Garden, FL, 34787.
Basic English 2
Tue, May 06, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.
Avian Antics
Tue, May 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Celebrate our feathered friends with avian trivia and crafts. Recommended for families.
Learn to Crochet: Level 1 and Beyond - Beginner Series
Wed, May 07, 10:15am - 12:15pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Love the idea of crochet - don't know where to start? Join this introductory series, learn the basics and create a modern scarf! **Students must bring own tools & yarn after first class**
This event is full
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, May 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Help your child develop key early-literacy skills through music, movement, and stories in this bilingual storytime featuring books and songs in English and Spanish. Recommended for ages 3 - 5.
Sensory Free Play
Wed, May 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Explore and learn through sensory play! Encourage your child to build motor skills, boost creativity, and develop independent thinking while engaging in sensory-based play. Recommended for ages 3-5.
LEGO Digital Designs (Ages 6-12) - for Homeschoolers
Wed, May 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Build your LEGO Designs on the computer with this easy to use free software. Create custom designs by snapping virtual bricks together. Print instructions or share your builds with friends online.
DIY Sand Art
Wed, May 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Make your own unique and colorful sand art creation! Recommended for ages 6-12.
This event is full
Adult Game Night
Wed, May 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Get your game on! Spend a fun evening playing games and meeting new friends. Games will be provided, or bring one to share. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
Countdown to Kindergarten - Rhyming Around the World
Thu, May 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Rhyme your way to becoming a good reader through stories, rhymes and activities designed to help preschoolers develop the necessary skills to succeed in kindergarten. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Outreach Event: Oakland Storytime - Oakland Arts and Heritage Center
Thu, May 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join OCLS for a Storytime on the porch at the Oakland Arts and Heritage Center! Recommended for ages 0-4. Location: 126 W Petris Ave, Oakland, FL 34760
Open Lab - Ask A Tech - for Seniors
Thu, May 08, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology 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.
Microsoft Excel Level 3 - Functions & Automated Features
Thu, May 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
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, May 08, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Winter Garden - Technology 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.
Winter Garden Book Club
Thu, May 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Please join us as we discuss the book, The Women by Kristin Hannah.
Storybook Fun
Fri, May 09, 10:15am - 10:40am
Winter Garden - Program Area
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.
Toddler Time
Fri, May 09, 10:45am - 11:10am
Winter Garden - Program Area
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.
Tiny Tales
Fri, May 09, 11:15am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
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.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Fri, May 09, 11:35am - 12:00pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little ones, ages 0-5, explore imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for families.
Microsoft Excel Level 1 - Creating Spreadsheets
Sat, May 10, 10:15am - 11:15am
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
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.
Microsoft Excel Level 2 - Finalizing & Securing Spreadsheets
Sat, May 10, 11:25am - 12:25pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
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.
Microsoft Excel Level 3 - Functions & Automated Features
Sat, May 10, 12:35pm - 1:35pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
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.
Puzzle Swap
Sat, May 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Finished with an old puzzle and looking for something new? Stop by and swap an old puzzle for a new-to-you one. Please bring at least one complete (no pieces missing) adult puzzle.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Mon, May 12, 10:15am - 10:45am
Winter Garden - Program 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.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Mon, May 12, 11:15am - 11:45am
Winter Garden - Program 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.
Learn to Knit: Level 1 and Beyond - Beginner Series
Mon, May 12, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Love the idea of knitting-don't know where to start? Join this introductory series, learn the basics of knitting and create a modern scarf! **Students must bring own tools & yarn after first class**
Crafternoons
Mon, May 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Get ready for an hour of crafting fun with friends! Registration Requested. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Raindrops to Rainbows: Exploring Weather
Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Come explore the wonders of weather with stories, activities, and crafts. Let's discover sunny days and rainy adventures together at the library! Recommended for ages 3-5.
Basic English 2
Tue, May 13, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.
Kids Comic Club - Chibi Usagi Attack of the Heebie Chibis
Tue, May 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Children's Area
A monthly book club for kids combining crafts, activities, and fun discussion with a focus on juvenile comics. The book for May is Chibi Usagi Attack of the Heebie Chibis. Recommended for ages 6–12.
Learn to Crochet: Level 1 and Beyond - Beginner Series
Wed, May 14, 10:15am - 12:15pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Love the idea of crochet - don't know where to start? Join this introductory series, learn the basics and create a modern scarf! **Students must bring own tools & yarn after first class**
This event is full
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, May 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Help your child develop key early-literacy skills through music, movement, and stories in this bilingual storytime featuring books and songs in English and Spanish. Recommended for ages 3 - 5.
STEAM Free Play Jr.
Wed, May 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Explore and learn with STEAM-related toys! Help your child build observation skills, boost creativity, and develop critical thinking while engaging in STEAM-based play. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Totally Totoro
Wed, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Introduce your child to the world of Studio Ghibli with crafts and activities featuring characters from My Neighbor Totoro, Howl's Moving Castle, and Spirited Away! Recommended for ages 6-12.
Cancelled
Winter Garden Chess Club - Free Play
Wed, May 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Join us for a game of chess. Whether you are a beginner, novice, or master all experience is welcome. Recommended for families.
Microsoft Word Level 1 - Creating Documents
Wed, May 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
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.
Computer Basics Level 1 - Getting Started with Windows
Thu, May 15, 10:15am - 11:15am
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Get up and running with computers. Learn how to navigate the computer desktop and how to perform various techniques in manipulating windows using basic mouse and keyboard techniques.
Computer Basics Level 2 - Creating & Saving Files
Thu, May 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Get your computer skills racing. Learn how to create, rename, delete, and organize files and folders on your computer.
Microsoft Excel - Charts
Thu, May 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Display your data in stunning charts and graphs. Insert recommended and custom charts. Edit chart data, elements and styles.
Microsoft Excel - Formulas & Functions
Thu, May 15, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
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.
Storybook Fun
Fri, May 16, 10:15am - 10:40am
Winter Garden - Program Area
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.
Toddler Time
Fri, May 16, 10:45am - 11:10am
Winter Garden - Program Area
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.
Tiny Tales
Fri, May 16, 11:15am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
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.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Fri, May 16, 11:35am - 12:00pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little ones, ages 0-5, explore imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for families.
Countdown to Kindergarten - Family Feelings
Fri, May 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Explore families and feelings through stories, rhymes and activities designed to help preschoolers develop skills to become readers and succeed in kindergarten. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Adobe Photoshop Level 3 - Retouching & Restoration
Fri, May 16, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Learn how to add Photoshop filters. Apply powerful retouching and restoration techniques to revitalize your images. Become familiar with Photoshop's Artificial Intelligence capabilities.
Winter Garden Knits - A Fiber Arts Meet-up
Sat, May 17, 10:15am - 12:15pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Have a knitting or crochet project in progress, we’d love to see it! Bring your own work in progress, yarn & tools, ask questions, receive help, give help, share ideas, and meet new people!  
Pokémon TCG Game & Trade meetup
Sat, May 17, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Meet with other Pokémon TCG (Trading Card Game) enthusiasts at this meetup. Play with your own deck or trade cards with other players to collect or build your own better deck.
Rescheduled
Writer's Meetup
Sat, May 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
New date Saturday, May 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Attend an hour-long workshop with local writers as we brainstorm ideas, discuss writing methods, and give constructive feedback. Submissions must be sent ahead of time. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Mon, May 19, 10:15am - 10:45am
Winter Garden - Program 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.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Mon, May 19, 11:15am - 11:45am
Winter Garden - Program 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.
Learn to Knit: Level 1 and Beyond - Beginner Series
Mon, May 19, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Love the idea of knitting-don't know where to start? Join this introductory series, learn the basics of knitting and create a modern scarf! **Students must bring own tools & yarn after first class**
Crafternoons
Mon, May 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Get ready for an hour of crafting fun with friends! Registration Requested. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Cookies & Milk with a Cop
Tue, May 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Bring your kids to meet our local police officers and enjoy a story, cookies and milk! Recommended for ages 3-5.
Basic English 2
Tue, May 20, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.
Book Bingo
Tue, May 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Bingo! You could win a book to take home. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Learn to Crochet: Level 1 and Beyond - Beginner Series
Wed, May 21, 10:15am - 12:15pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Love the idea of crochet - don't know where to start? Join this introductory series, learn the basics and create a modern scarf! **Students must bring own tools & yarn after first class**
This event is full
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, May 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Help your child develop key early-literacy skills through music, movement, and stories in this bilingual storytime featuring books and songs in English and Spanish. Recommended for ages 3 - 5.
Sensory Free Play
Wed, May 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Explore and learn through sensory play! Encourage your child to build motor skills, boost creativity, and develop independent thinking while engaging in sensory-based play. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Outreach Event: Horizon West Book Club - Waterleigh Daytime Readers
Wed, May 21, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Join this monthly book club as we discuss our monthly book choice! This month, we’re reading Disclaimer by Renee Knight. Location: 16150 Pebble Bluff Loop, Winter Garden, FL, 34787.
Let's Paint Fantasy Miniatures (Ages 13 - 18) - for Homeschoolers
Wed, May 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Miniature painting is a wondrous art form. Learn the basics of miniature painting. Paint a miniature for use in D&D or other popular tabletop role-playing games. Ages 13+ Event.
Microsoft Word Level 2 - Proofing, Templates & Pictures
Wed, May 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
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.
Outreach Event: Oakland Farmer's Market - Meet the Book Bike!
Thu, May 22, 9:00am - 12:00pm
The OCLS Book Bike will be at the Oakland Farmer’s Market with a library of books available for checkout! Location: 126 W Petris Ave, Oakland, FL 34760
Internet Level 1 - Fundamentals
Thu, May 22, 10:15am - 11:15am
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Learn Internet concepts and terminology. Become familiar with Web browsers while surfing the Web.
Countdown to Kindergarten - Play with Your Food
Thu, May 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Who says you can’t play with your food? Strengthen important early literacy skills through food-themed stories, activities and a craft. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Internet Level 2 - Search Techniques
Thu, May 22, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Learn about search engines and search techniques to help you find exactly what you are looking for on the Web.
Senior Tea
Thu, May 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Meet new people while learning about various teas from other countries and sampling new flavors. Light refreshments will be served. Recommended for seniors.
Microsoft Excel - Pivot Tables
Thu, May 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
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.
Storybook Fun
Fri, May 23, 10:15am - 10:40am
Winter Garden - Program Area
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.
Crochet Granny Squares - Confident Beginner Level
Fri, May 23, 10:15am - 12:15pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Crochet a classic granny square. Granny squares are the foundation of many blankets, bags and sweaters. Learn how to crochet in circles and then use increase stitches to make a square.
Toddler Time
Fri, May 23, 10:45am - 11:10am
Winter Garden - Program Area
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.
Tiny Tales
Fri, May 23, 11:15am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
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.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Fri, May 23, 11:35am - 12:00pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little ones, ages 0-5, explore imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for families.
Design with Canva - Flyers, Social Media, Presentations & more
Fri, May 23, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Bring your design ideas to life with Canva, a free graphic design application. Save time by building on thousands of professional templates to create logos, flyers, social media content and more.
Let's Paint Fantasy Miniatures - (Ages 13+)
Sat, May 24, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Miniature painting is a wondrous art form. Learn the basics of miniature painting. Paint a miniature for use in D&D or other popular tabletop role-playing games. Ages 13+ Event.
Teen Art Jam
Sat, May 24, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Compete to create the best themed crafts with provided supplies in an hour. Winning crafts will receive a prize and be displayed at the Winter Garden Branch. Recommended for ages 13-18.
Learn to Knit: Level 1 and Beyond - Beginner Series
Mon, May 26, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Love the idea of knitting-don't know where to start? Join this introductory series, learn the basics of knitting and create a modern scarf! **Students must bring own tools & yarn after first class**
Little Chef: Campfire Adventures
Tue, May 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Gather around the campfire for stories and indulge in tasty treats! Enjoy a cozy day as we share tales and assemble delicious smores! Recommended for ages 3-5.
Basic English 2
Tue, May 27, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.
DIY Heart Keepsakes
Tue, May 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
May is National High Blood Pressure Month. Share your heart with someone you love by creating a message in a bottle and a heart magnet. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
Learn to Crochet: Level 1 and Beyond - Beginner Series
Wed, May 28, 10:15am - 12:15pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Love the idea of crochet - don't know where to start? Join this introductory series, learn the basics and create a modern scarf! **Students must bring own tools & yarn after first class**
This event is full
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, May 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Help your child develop key early-literacy skills through music, movement, and stories in this bilingual storytime featuring books and songs in English and Spanish. Recommended for ages 3 - 5.
Playdough Creative Free Play
Wed, May 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Express your creativity with a playdough party. Parent participation required. Recommended for ages 0-5.
Rescheduled
Winter Garden Chess Club - Free Play
Wed, May 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
New date Wednesday, May 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Join us for a game of chess. Whether you are a beginner, novice, or master all experience is welcome. Recommended for families.
Winter Garden Chess Club - Free Play
Wed, May 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Join us for a game of chess. Whether you are a beginner, novice, or master all experience is welcome. Recommended for families.
Microsoft Word Level 3 - Enhancing & Finalizing Documents
Wed, May 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
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.
Countdown to Kindergarten - Counting at the Pond
Thu, May 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Count and quack your way to becoming a good reader through stories, rhymes and activities designed to help preschoolers develop vital skills to succeed in kindergarten. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Understanding Medicare - An Overview of the U.S. Healthcare Program
Thu, May 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
This program provides an overview of Medicare, explaining its structure and the various coverage options available to beneficiaries.
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