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Unwrapping the History of Candy
2025-10-29 16:00:00 2025-10-29 17:00:00 America/New_York Unwrapping the History of Candy Explore the origins of candy from ancient sweets to modern treats through stories, games, and tasty activities. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required. West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center - West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Wednesday, October 29
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-29 16:00:00 2025-10-29 17:00:00 America/New_York Unwrapping the History of Candy Explore the origins of candy from ancient sweets to modern treats through stories, games, and tasty activities. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required. West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center - West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center

West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room

Explore the origins of candy from ancient sweets to modern treats through stories, games, and tasty activities. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Participants will learn about how the ingredients, production, and cultural significance of candy has evolved over the years; then they will design their own treat.

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | History - Culture - Genealogy | Education & Learning |

TAGS: | history | bb-ages-6-12 |

West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center
Phone: 407-835-7323
Hours
Mon, Sep 29 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Sep 30 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Oct 01 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Oct 02 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Oct 03 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 04 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Oct 05 1:00PM to 6:00PM
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About the branch

LYNX Bus Link 125 Silver Star Rd.
LYNX Bus Link 27 Ocoee / Winter Garden

West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center is located in the historic city of Ocoee near the intersection of Silver Star and Clark Roads. The branch opened in August 2001 and was designed by Harvard, Jolly, Clees, Toppe Architecture Firm. West Oaks Branch provides exceptional library services to the nearly 50,000 residents of Ocoee and surrounding areas. In January 2015, the branch became the new Genealogy Center for Orange County, housing a collection of over 30,000 genealogy books. The Library is the official repository of the Florida State Society Daughters of the American Revolution. The construction of West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center was funded by the Library System and a Florida Library Construction Grant.

Genealogy Resource Guide

Upcoming events

Homeschool Art: Fall Colors
Mon, Sep 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
It's time to be inspired! Create warm and cozy works of art using an autumn aesthetic. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
This event is full
Toddler Peekaboo!
Tue, Sep 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Fun surprises await toddlers with stories and songs inspired by our favorite game, Peekaboo! Recommended for ages 18-36 months. Registration required.
Tuesday Tree Time! - Your Weekly Roots Rendezvous!
Tue, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
West Oaks - Genealogy Area
Bring your questions, your clues, and your curiosity — every Tuesday, Lisa, our Genealogy Specialist, is here to help you grow your family tree!
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Wed, Oct 01, 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.
Pumpkin Guts!
Wed, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Have you ever wondered what is going on inside of a pumpkin? Let's take a look at the parts and functions as we dissect a real-life gourd! Recommended for kids ages 6-12 years.
This event is full
Storybook Fun
Thu, Oct 02, 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.
Toddler Time
Thu, Oct 02, 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.
Tiny Tales
Thu, Oct 02, 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.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Thu, Oct 02, 11:30am - 12:30pm
West Oaks - Children's 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.
Crafternoons
Thu, Oct 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Get ready for an hour of crafting fun with friends! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration recommended.
Microsoft Excel Level 1 - Creating Spreadsheets
Thu, Oct 02, 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: Pop-Up Library at Ocoee Community Market
Thu, Oct 02, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Stop by the OCLS table at the Ocoee Community Market to check out some books by Hispanic authors and a bilingual story time.
Microsoft Excel Level 2 - Finalizing & Securing Spreadsheets
Thu, Oct 02, 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.
Kooky Cakes
Fri, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Learn beginner cake decorating skills as you create and chow down on weird treats. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
This event is full
Creating Unforgettable Characters - presented by Florida SCBWI
Sat, Oct 04, 10:30am - 12:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Author Sarah McGuire will share insights and specific tools on how to create unforgettable characters that ring true and feel like real, actual people instead of cardboard stereotypes.
This event is full
The Bleak Circle Horror Book Club
Sun, Oct 05, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Do you delight in horror? Commune with like-minded souls at this book club. There is no assigned reading, just come ready to discuss whatever creepy books you've enjoyed lately.
DIY Candy Dish Painting
Mon, Oct 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Paint your very own decorative candy dish. Recommended for adults. Registration required.
This event is full
There's a Bug in My Garden
Tue, Oct 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Bring your toddler for a buggy adventure to explore stories and activities about insects. Recommended for ages 18-36 months. Registration required.
Tuesday Tree Time! - Your Weekly Roots Rendezvous!
Tue, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
West Oaks - Genealogy Area
Bring your questions, your clues, and your curiosity — every Tuesday, Lisa, our Genealogy Specialist, is here to help you grow your family tree!
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Wed, Oct 08, 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.
México Danza Orlando Performance
Wed, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Back of Branch
Experience a Mexican folkloric dance performance by México Danza Orlando. Enjoy traditional dances from the states of Jalisco, Sinaloa and Veracruz.
Storybook Fun
Thu, Oct 09, 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.
Toddler Time
Thu, Oct 09, 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.
Tiny Tales
Thu, Oct 09, 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.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Thu, Oct 09, 11:30am - 12:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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.
Crafternoons
Thu, Oct 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Get ready for an hour of crafting fun with friends! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
Microsoft Excel Level 3 - Functions & Automated Features
Thu, Oct 09, 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, Oct 09, 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.
Scary Sewing Series - Confident Beginner Level
Fri, Oct 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Join us for a month of spooky sewing classes, covering the most dreaded sewing techniques: bias tape, buttons and buttonholes, and zippers. No need for fear with these beginner friendly classes!
This event is full
Snack Around the World: Taiwan
Fri, Oct 10, 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. Registration required. Recommended for ages 6-12.
This event is full
Outreach Event: Story Time in the Garden
Sat, Oct 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join the West Oaks Library at the historical Nehrling Gardens to hear a story and complete a craft. - 2267 Hempel Ave Gotha, FL 34734
Outreach Event: Cork Pumpkin Craft - Bike Life Cafe
Sat, Oct 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Come for lunch and make your own Cork Pumpkin Decoration with the West Oaks Library, While supplies last.
LEGO® Education Spike™ (Ages 6 - 12) - Essentials: Great Adventures Artic Ride
Sat, Oct 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
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.
This event is full
LEGO Open Lab - Free Build - Lego Spike
Sat, Oct 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
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.
DIY Fall Charger Plates
Sun, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Create an original charger plate design to display as holiday decor. Recommended for adults. Registration required.
Homeschool Art: Abstract Art
Mon, Oct 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
No matter the medium, art is art! Create a unique piece inspired by your senses. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
This event is full
Wild Thing Rumpus
Tue, Oct 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Join us in a Halloween rumpus! Make some mischief, and roar your heart out in this active story time with craft activities. Recommended for ages 3-5. Registration required.
Tuesday Tree Time! - Your Weekly Roots Rendezvous!
Tue, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
West Oaks - Genealogy Area
Bring your questions, your clues, and your curiosity — every Tuesday, Lisa, our Genealogy Specialist, is here to help you grow your family tree!
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Wed, Oct 15, 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.
Sensational Spiders
Wed, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
From their silky webs to their deadly venom, spiders continue to intrigue us with their sensational skills. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
Storybook Fun
Thu, Oct 16, 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.
Toddler Time
Thu, Oct 16, 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.
Tiny Tales
Thu, Oct 16, 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.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Thu, Oct 16, 11:30am - 12:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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.
Crafternoons
Thu, Oct 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Get ready for an hour of crafting fun with friends! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
Scary Sewing Series - Confident Beginner Level
Fri, Oct 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Join us for a month of spooky sewing classes, covering the most dreaded sewing techniques: bias tape, buttons and buttonholes, and zippers. No need for fear with these beginner friendly classes!
This event is full
Teen Volunteering: The Pulp Pages
Sat, Oct 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Earn community service hours by becoming involved in West Oaks’ teen literary and creative arts magazine. For ages 13-18. Registration required.
Genealogy - Oui! Discover your French Canadian Roots!
Sat, Oct 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
We will explore French Canada its history and its impact on North America. We will explore genealogical resources to help you claim your French heritage!
LEGO® Education Spike™ (Ages 6 - 12) - Essentials: Great Adventures Boat Trip
Sat, Oct 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
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.
This event is full
LEGO Open Lab - Free Build - Lego Spike
Sat, Oct 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
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.
Sunday Afternoon Ancestors - Our Sunday afternoon genealogy help desk!
Sun, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
West Oaks - Genealogy Area
Our monthly in-person genealogy open house is your chance to get one-on-one help from Genealogy Specialist Lisa.
Homeschool Science: Sensational Spiders
Mon, Oct 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
From their silky webs to their deadly venom, spiders continue to intrigue us with their sensational skills. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
This event is full
P is for Pumpkin
Tue, Oct 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Celebrate the ABCs with crafts, stories and fall fun! Recommended for ages 3-5. Registration required.
Tuesday Tree Time! - Your Weekly Roots Rendezvous!
Tue, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
West Oaks - Genealogy Area
Bring your questions, your clues, and your curiosity — every Tuesday, Lisa, our Genealogy Specialist, is here to help you grow your family tree!
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Wed, Oct 22, 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.
Getting Goosebumps
Wed, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Enjoy creepy games and crafts...if you dare! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
Storybook Fun
Thu, Oct 23, 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.
Toddler Time
Thu, Oct 23, 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.
Tiny Tales
Thu, Oct 23, 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.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Thu, Oct 23, 11:30am - 12:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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.
Crafternoons
Thu, Oct 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Get ready for an hour of crafting fun with friends! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
Microsoft Excel - Data Management Level 1
Thu, Oct 23, 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, Oct 23, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Learn how to apply data subtotals, outlines, data consolidation and conditional formatting to organize your data.
Social Worker @ the Library
Fri, Oct 24, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services.
Scary Sewing Series - Confident Beginner Level
Fri, Oct 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Join us for a month of spooky sewing classes, covering the most dreaded sewing techniques: bias tape, buttons and buttonholes, and zippers. No need for fear with these beginner friendly classes!
This event is full
Little Chef: Pumpkin Patch
Fri, Oct 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Create your own pumpkin patch from pudding, cookies and more sweet treats! Adult participation is required. Recommended for ages 3-5. Registration required.
This event is full
LEGO® Education Spike™ (Ages 6 - 12) - Essentials: Great Adventures Cave Car
Sat, Oct 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
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.
This event is full
That's the Tea (Social): Frankenstein
Sat, Oct 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Let's talk about Frankenstein, enjoy tea, treats, and create a faux stained-glass masterpiece. Recommended for ages 18 and up. Registration required.
LEGO Open Lab - Free Build - Lego Spike
Sat, Oct 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
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.
Family Storytime
Sun, Oct 26, 2:00pm - 2:25pm
West Oaks - Children's Area,West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Storytime is the right time for family time. Reading together is a wonderful way to bond and learn from one another. Bring your families together for fun stories that are designed for all ages.
Embroidery Spooky Moon Hoop - Beginner
Sun, Oct 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Celebrate spooky season with a felt applique embroidery project. Beginner friendly!
This event is full
Homeschool Art: DIY Paint Prints
Mon, Oct 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Who needs a brush? Create beautiful paint masterpieces using handmade stamps. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
This event is full
Genealogy: Your DAR Patriot in Quebec? - Discover French Canadian links to the Revolution!
Mon, Oct 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Over 400 French Canadian patriots (and probably more!) fought for American Freedom. Let's find those patriots!
Oakie Doakie Puppet Storytime: Eek!
Tue, Oct 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Experience a creepy themed storytime with puppets and songs, as we practice expressing emotions! Recommended for ages 3-5. Registration required.
Tuesday Tree Time! - Your Weekly Roots Rendezvous!
Tue, Oct 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
West Oaks - Genealogy Area
Bring your questions, your clues, and your curiosity — every Tuesday, Lisa, our Genealogy Specialist, is here to help you grow your family tree!
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Wed, Oct 29, 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.
Unwrapping the History of Candy
Wed, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Explore the origins of candy from ancient sweets to modern treats through stories, games, and tasty activities. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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