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Curate Your Way

Summer at Your Library
2025-07-14 13:00:00 2025-07-14 14:00:00 America/New_York Curate Your Way Become a museum curator for a day and learn what it takes to create amazing art exhibitions! Recommended for ages 6-12.  Southwest Branch -

Monday, July 14
1:00pm - 2:00pm

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Become a museum curator for a day and learn what it takes to create amazing art exhibitions! Recommended for ages 6-12. 

Learn what it means to curate a collection by exploring famous art exhibits and creating an exhibit of your own. 

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Education & Learning | Arts & Crafting |

TAGS: | summer-kids | bb-childrens |

Southwest Branch
Phone: 407-835-7323
Hours
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Mon, Jul 20 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jul 21 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jul 22 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jul 23 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jul 24 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 25 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jul 26 Closed
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About the branch

Southwest Branch opened on March 21, 1989 in a beautiful Mediterranean style building designed by Schweizer and Associates Architecture Firm, who also designed the Orlando Public Library. Serving the Dr. Phillips and Metrowest communities, Southwest is near International Drive and the attractions. Southwest is a popular place for local adults, children, students and tourists.

Upcoming events

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Semamori Paper Stitched Patterns - Cicada
Tue, Jul 21, 10:15am - 11:30am
Technology Classroom
Semamori are traditional Japanese auspicious patterns. Learn about the meaning and history of the featured Semamori pattern. Pierce and stitch the pattern on paper.
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JiggleMan - Summer at Your Library
Tue, Jul 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
This jumping, juggling comedy act engages you in awesome music with leaf blowers, balls of all sizes and giant suits. Get ready for lots of side-splitting laughter. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Tue, Jul 21, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Silly and fun yoga poses designed for kids! Flow-through an imaginative journey filled with puppets, parachute games and relaxing rest time! Recommended for families.
LEGO® Education Spike™ Essentials: Amusement Parks - Summer at Your Library
Tue, Jul 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Technology Classroom
Engineer an amusement park with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essentials. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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Microsoft Excel - Formulas & Functions
Wed, Jul 22, 10:15am - 11:15am
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.
Toddler Storytime: Song of Summer - Summer at Your Library
Wed, Jul 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Toddlers will explore a playful mix of songs, rhymes, and stories while building early literacy skills and having fun. Recommended for ages 18–36 months.
Toddler Play & Connect
Wed, Jul 22, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little ones explore imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.
Microsoft Excel - Automate Tasks
Wed, Jul 22, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Technology Classroom
Automate everyday tasks with macros. Record data entry and formatting. Insert and modify objects to run macros without coding.
LEGO® Club
Wed, Jul 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
The Library invites you to come and use your imagination to build! Bricks will be provided, but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Storytime Crafts
Thu, Jul 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.
Preschool Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Thu, Jul 23, 10:30am - 10:55am
Through picture books, songs, and stories, preschoolers (ages 3–5) build early literacy skills and prepare for reading and writing by talking, singing, reading, and playing.
Toddler Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Thu, Jul 23, 11:00am - 11:20am
Through movement, storytelling, and songs, toddlers (ages 18–36 months) build early literacy, listening, and verbal skills while developing motor coordination and discovering the joy of books.
Baby Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Thu, Jul 23, 11:30am - 11:45am
Featuring rhythm, rhymes, and repetition, this lap-time program supports early literacy, motor skills, language development, and a love of books for babies (ages 0–18 months).
Create Comics
Thu, Jul 23, 12:15pm - 1:15pm
Technology Classroom
Create your own comic using Comic Life. Write a story, change layouts, and add images to make your comic come alive! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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Youth End of Summer Celebration - Summer at Your Library
Fri, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Have you completed the summer challenge to read for 30 days? At the End of Summer Celebration, enjoy a frozen treat and fun activities! Ages 0-18. Registration required while supplies last.
LEGO® Education Spike™ Essentials: Amusement Parks - Summer at Your Library
Fri, Jul 24, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Technology Classroom
Engineer an amusement park with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essentials. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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Basic Internet Safety - Senior Skills
Fri, Jul 24, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Technology Classroom
Don't get scammed! It is important to learn how to be safe and secure with your information while you are online. Build confidence as you visit websites, create passwords, and respond to email.
Qigong Movement and Breathing
Fri, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Embark on a transformative journey with Jasmine Win, a modern qigong instructor, and discover the ancient practice of qigong. Learn at your own pace and ability in this joyful and relaxing class.
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Read Aloud Book Club
Fri, Jul 24, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Read aloud classics or modern retellings and other great books weekly with discussion. Read aloud or just come to listen! Facilitator-led. Ages 18 and up.
Hearts of Gold Therapy Dogs
Sat, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Area
Children can improve their literacy skills by reading to a therapy dog with Golden Retriever Rescue of Mid-Florida. Practice with a furry friend and build your confidence. Recommended for ages 6-12.
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Macramé an Air Plant Hanger - Confident Beginner Level
Sat, Jul 25, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Technology Classroom
Use the lark's head, half-square, and gathering knots to craft a mini air plant hanger. Recommended for adults.
Seascape Acrylic Painting - Summer at Your Library
Sat, Jul 25, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Learn step-by-step how to create a summer seascape using acrylic paint on a tiny canvas. All materials provided. For ages 18 and up. Registration required.
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Y Read: Book Read Aloud
Sat, Jul 25, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room
Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud great literature with others each week. No pressure to read aloud. Come to listen! Facilitator-led. Ages 18 and up.
Sewing - Fabric Bookmarks - Beginner Level
Sat, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Technology Classroom
Practice using fusible interfacing while making simple fabric bookmarks using only 3 squares of fabric!
Baby Storytime: Nature - Summer at Your Library
Mon, Jul 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Build baby’s first literacy skills with songs, rhymes and stories. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.
Baby Play & Connect
Mon, Jul 27, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Connect with other caregivers while your babies wiggle, giggle, and explore early play together. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.
Build & Perfect Your Resume - Job Seekers Series
Mon, Jul 27, 1:15pm - 2:15pm
Technology Classroom
Transform your unique talents and experiences into a career-launching masterpiece! Learn how to craft a resume. Ages 18 & up. Registration required.
Gather and Unwind - Fiber Arts Meetup
Tue, Jul 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Technology Classroom
Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.
Preschool Storytime: F is for Florida
Tue, Jul 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Preschoolers will delight in interactive stories, songs, and rhymes that inspire a love of reading and build early literacy skills. Recommended for ages 3–5.
Open Lab - Ask A Tech
Tue, Jul 28, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Technology Classroom
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.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Tue, Jul 28, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Silly and fun yoga poses designed for kids! Flow-through an imaginative journey filled with puppets, parachute games and relaxing rest time! Recommended for families.
Chess Club
Tue, Jul 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Discover the game of chess while having fun and making friends. Recommended for ages 6-12.
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