Focus on Hobbies

Homeschool: STEAM Free Play Jr.

Sat, May 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

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Get your game on! Spend a fun afternoon playing games and meeting new friends. From party games to strategic, on a team or on your own, enjoy seeing how the dice roll. Recommended for ages 18 and up.

Mon, May 19, 11:00am - 11:45am

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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 3-5.

In-Person: Beginner Adult French - Lesson 31

Mon, May 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

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This series is specifically designed for students with no prior French exposure. It combines face-to-face class time with the flexibility of independent learning. Recommended for adults.

Macaroni Mania

Mon, May 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Create a macaroni masterpiece! Macaroni Mania explores the versatility of using pasta to create one-of-a-kind crafts. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Dungeons & Dragons - @ the Windermere Library

Mon, May 19, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

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Have you ever wanted to play Dungeons and Dragons? Now's your chance! Join us, adventurers, on our next quest! Recommended for families. Registration required.

Crochet Level 2

Tue, May 20, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

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Start crocheting today! Learn new techniques as you practice your skills. Recommended for ages 18 and up. Registration required.

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Homeschool: Spanish

Tue, May 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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Develop your Spanish skills with us! In this Spanish class you will learn basic vocabulary, numbers, colors and much more. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Pajama Jamboree

Tue, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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Put on your favorite jammies for a fun-filled evening of a story, craft and a snack. Recommended for families with children ages 3-5. Registration required.

Homeschool Teen: Home Ec - Life Skill

Wed, May 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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Learn a life skill during this teen-reserved library class. Recommended for ages 13-18.

Prime Time Family Reading Time

Wed, May 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

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This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Wed, May 21, 4:45pm - 6:45pm

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Join us for a six-week reading and discussion program that inspires thought and conversation between children and families. Meals will be provided. Registration Required.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Thu, May 22, 10:15am - 10:40am

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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, May 22, 10:45am - 11:10am

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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, May 22, 11:15am - 11:30am

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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.

Homeschool Branch Out: Animal Adaptations - Adapting YOU

Thu, May 22, 11:35am - 12:05pm

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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, May 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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Branch out and develop new skills. Socialize with friends as you expand your horizons during this exploratory recreation time. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

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Citizenship Inspired (4- Session Series)

Thu, May 22, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

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During this 4-session program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview.

Focus on Hobbies - Martial Arts

Thu, May 22, 4:45pm - 6:15pm

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This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Fri, May 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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Join us bi-monthly for a lively forum on hobbies. In each session, we explore a different hobby. This month we will be focusing on Martial Arts. Recommended for ages 18 and up. Registration required.

Homeschool: Art Expressions

Fri, May 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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Come and be creative as you learn various art techniques. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

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Bilingual Storytime - Portuguese

Sat, May 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

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Get your game on! Spend a fun afternoon playing games and meeting new friends. From party games to strategic, on a team or on your own, enjoy seeing how the dice roll. Recommended for ages 18 and up.

Tue, May 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

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Help your child develop key early-literacy skills through music, movement, and stories in this bilingual storytime in English and Portuguese. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Registration required.

Homeschool Technology Class - Stop Motion Movie

Tue, May 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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Explore the fundamentals of technology and hone your computer literacy skills through hands-on activities with robotics, coding, STEM, and standard computer software. Recommended for ages 6-12.

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Windermere LEGO® Club

Tue, May 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

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Expand your creativity and imagination with LEGO! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Canva Basics

Wed, May 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

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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.

Canva Social Media

Wed, May 28, 11:45am - 12:45pm

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Bring your social media posts to life with Canva, a free graphic design application. Save time by building on thousands of professional templates to create social media content and more.

Prime Time Family Reading Time

Wed, May 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

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This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Wed, May 28, 4:45pm - 6:45pm

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Join us for a six-week reading and discussion program that inspires thought and conversation between children and families. Meals will be provided. Registration Required.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Thu, May 29, 10:15am - 10:40am

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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, May 29, 10:45am - 11:10am

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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, May 29, 11:15am - 11:30am

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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, May 29, 11:35am - 12:05pm

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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.

Homeschool Technology Class - Stop Motion Movie

Thu, May 29, 4:45pm - 6:15pm

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This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

STEAM Free Play

Fri, May 30, 10:30am - 11:30am

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Explore and play as we have fun with STEAM-related toys! Kits such as LEGOS and K'NEX are available for anyone to play. Recommended for families.

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Fri, May 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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Explore the fundamentals of technology and hone your computer literacy skills through hands-on activities with robotics, coding, STEM, and standard computer software. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Dragon and Lion Dancing with Puppets

Sat, May 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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Come and celebrate Asian American Heritage Month! Learn about the lion dance and the dragon dance through puppetry! Recommended for families. Registration required.

Chair Yoga for Seniors

Sat, May 31, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

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Get moving with this energizing and relaxing chair yoga sequence for all-levels. Tap into the strength, balance, flexibility and relaxation that your body can provide you. Requires use of a chair.

Comedy Maks' Variety Show - Summer at Your Library

Sat, May 31, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

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Get your game on! Spend a fun afternoon playing games and meeting new friends. From party games to strategic, on a team or on your own, enjoy seeing how the dice roll. Recommended for ages 18 and up.

Mon, Jun 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

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There's something for everyone in this high-energy variety show. Your kids will be dazzled with juggling, magic, plate spinning and more! Recommended for ages 6-12.

LEGO Spike Essentials Great Adventures Camp - (Ages 6 - 12)

Mon, Jun 02, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

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Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™. Join us on a Great Adventure as we discover STEAM concepts, use creative problem solving, and tell stories. Registration required.

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In-Person: Beginner Adult French - Lesson 32

Mon, Jun 02, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

This series is specifically designed for students with no prior French exposure. It combines face-to-face class time with the flexibility of independent learning. Recommended for adults.

Dungeons & Dragons - @ the Windermere Library

Mon, Jun 02, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

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Have you ever wanted to play Dungeons and Dragons? Now's your chance! Join us, adventurers, on our next quest! Recommended for families. Registration required.

Plant Clinic

Tue, Jun 03, 10:30am - 12:30pm

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Bring your plants and ask questions! Master Gardener Volunteers from the UF/IFAS Orange County Extension Office will be available to answer your gardening questions.

Rainbow Wheelies - Summer at Your Library

Tue, Jun 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Learn about colors, through songs and rhymes, as you spin your way through this active storytime. Recommended for ages 18-36 months. Registration required.

LEGO Spike Essentials Great Adventures Camp - (Ages 6 - 12)

Tue, Jun 03, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™. Join us on a Great Adventure as we discover STEAM concepts, use creative problem solving, and tell stories. Registration required.

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Homeschool: Spanish

Tue, Jun 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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Develop your Spanish skills with us! In this Spanish class you will learn basic vocabulary, numbers, colors and much more. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Windermere LEGO Club

Tue, Jun 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

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Expand your creativity and imagination with LEGO! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Amazing Animals - Summer at Your Library

Wed, Jun 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

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Dive in and meet rare, threatened and endangered species. Learn about interesting animals that can be found throughout different lands and animal conservation. Recommended for ages 6-12.

LEGO Spike Essentials Great Adventures Camp - (Ages 6 - 12)

Wed, Jun 04, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

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Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™. Join us on a Great Adventure as we discover STEAM concepts, use creative problem solving, and tell stories. Registration required.

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Crochet for Teens

Wed, Jun 04, 1:45pm - 3:15pm

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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. Registration required.

Wed, Jun 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

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This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Wed, Jun 04, 4:45pm - 5:45pm

Windermere - Ask at Desk

This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Thu, Jun 05, 10:15am - 10:40am

Windermere - 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, Jun 05, 10:45am - 11:10am

Windermere - 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, Jun 05, 11:15am - 11:30am

Windermere - 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.

Homeschool: Adventures in Color Theory - Summer at Your Library

Thu, Jun 05, 11:35am - 12:05pm

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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, Jun 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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Explore how colors are made and the many ways they work together through color theory! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

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Citizenship Inspired (4- Session Series)

Thu, Jun 05, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

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During this 4-session program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview.

Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine for Teens

Thu, Jun 05, 4:45pm - 6:15pm

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This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Fri, Jun 06, 10:30am - 12:30pm

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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.

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Book Page Watercolor Art - Summer at Your Library

Fri, Jun 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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Got an old book you do not know what to do with? Bring out your inner artist and transform a book page into a stunning visual piece. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

English Conversation Hour

Fri, Jun 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

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

LEGO Spike Essentials: Great Adventures - (Ages 6 - 12)

Sat, Jun 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

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Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™. Join us on a Great Adventure as we discover STEAM concepts, use creative problem solving, and tell stories. Registration required.

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Design D&D Miniatures for Teens

Sat, Jun 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

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Build your D&D character in 3D using Hero Forge's tools and design. Registration required.

The Art of Hieroglyphs - Summer at Your Library

Sat, Jun 07, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

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Did you know Hieroglyphics have been found carved in temple walls and sarcophagi? Join us to learn about this beautiful Ancient Egyptian writing. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Mad Science: Color Your World - Summer at Your Library

Sat, Jun 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

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Get your game on! Spend a fun afternoon playing games and meeting new friends. From party games to strategic, on a team or on your own, enjoy seeing how the dice roll. Recommended for ages 18 and up.

Mon, Jun 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

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This interactive performance brings the science of color to life with dazzling chemistry experiments that change before your eyes! Recommended for ages 6-12.

Code with Sphero - (Ages 6-12)

Mon, Jun 09, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

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Meet Sphero, the cute rolling robot. Use Sphero's LED matrix to display animations and pictures, then code your robot to roll along paths and through mazes. Registration required.

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In-Person: Beginner Adult French - Lesson 33

Mon, Jun 09, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

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This series is specifically designed for students with no prior French exposure. It combines face-to-face class time with the flexibility of independent learning. Recommended for adults.

Chess Club

Mon, Jun 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

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Drop in for a game of chess at the library. Chess sets are available for play and lessons will be provided. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

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Meet and Make Knitting Group

Tue, Jun 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm

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.

Code with Sphero - (Ages 6-12)

Tue, Jun 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

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Meet Sphero, the cute rolling robot. Use Sphero's LED matrix to display animations and pictures, then code your robot to roll along paths and through mazes. Registration required.

This event is full

Homeschool: French

Tue, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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Develop your French skills with us! In this French class you will learn basic vocabulary, numbers, colors and much more. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Windermere LEGO Club

Tue, Jun 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

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Expand your creativity and imagination with LEGO! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Mr. Harley's Kids Concert - Summer at Your Library

Wed, Jun 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

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Dance along to rockin' tunes. From classic children's songs to original songs, you'll be sure to have a toe-tapping good time. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Code Sphero with JavaScript - (Ages 13-18)

Wed, Jun 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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Meet Sphero, the cute rolling robot. Use Sphero's LED matrix to display animations and pictures, then code your robot to roll along paths and through mazes. Registration required.

Wed, Jun 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

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This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Wed, Jun 11, 4:45pm - 5:45pm

Windermere - Ask at Desk

This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Thu, Jun 12, 10:15am - 10:40am

Windermere - 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, Jun 12, 10:45am - 11:10am

Windermere - 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, Jun 12, 11:15am - 11:30am

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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.

Homeschool: Adventures in Exploring Refraction - Summer at Your Library

Thu, Jun 12, 11:35am - 12:05pm

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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, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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Learn the science of refraction and explore the many ways light moves and bends. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

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Citizenship Inspired (4- Session Series)

Thu, Jun 12, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

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During this 4-session program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview.

Code with Sphero - (Ages 6-12)

Thu, Jun 12, 4:45pm - 6:15pm

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This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Fri, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

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Meet Sphero, the cute rolling robot. Use Sphero's LED matrix to display animations and pictures, then code your robot to roll along paths and through mazes. Registration required.

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Dads in Full Color

Fri, Jun 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

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Join us as we celebrate father figures and enjoy the color that they bring into our lives. We'll be doing crafts, games and activities to celebrate dads. Registration required.

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LEGO Digital Designs - (Ages 6-12)

Fri, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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Build your LEGO Designs on the computer with this easy to use free software. Create custom designs by snapping virtual bricks together. Registration required.

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English Conversation Hour

Fri, Jun 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

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

Art 101 - Stained Glass

Sat, Jun 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Each Art 101 event will feature a hands on activity. Join us as we make a faux stained glass art piece. Registration is required. Recommended for ages 18 and up. Registration required.

READing Paws

Sat, Jun 14, 11:30am - 12:30pm

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The Reading Education Assistance Dogs® [R.E.A.D.] program improves children’s reading and communication skills by employing a powerful method: reading to a therapy dog. Recommended for ages 6-12.

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