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Tales From the Farm

Presented by Central Florida Fair
2026-01-17 10:30:00 2026-01-17 11:30:00 America/New_York Tales From the Farm Join us for a farm-themed storytime followed by an animal meet and greet! Recommended for families. Winter Garden Branch - Winter Garden – Outdoor Yard

Saturday, January 17
10:30am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2026-01-17 10:30:00 2026-01-17 11:30:00 America/New_York Tales From the Farm Join us for a farm-themed storytime followed by an animal meet and greet! Recommended for families. Winter Garden Branch - Winter Garden – Outdoor Yard

Winter Garden Branch

Winter Garden – Outdoor Yard

Join us for a farm-themed storytime followed by an animal meet and greet! Recommended for families.

Animals will vary by location. Attend to receive a free general admission student ticket to the 114th annual Central Florida Fair, happening February 26th – March 8th, 2026. Find out more about the Central Florida Fair at centralfloridafair.com.


Note: There will be live animals present at this event. By attending, you agree that you and all minors in your care will follow staff instruction regarding the handling and treatment of these animals.

AGE GROUP: | Families |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime | Animals & Pets |

TAGS: | ipevents | bb-family | animals |

Winter Garden Branch
Phone: 407-835-7323
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Mon, Dec 15 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Dec 16 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Dec 17 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Dec 18 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Dec 19 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Dec 20 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Dec 21 Closed
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About the branch

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Built in 2005, Winter Garden branch sits at the westernmost part of Orange County. This was the last branch opened before the Great Recession of 2008. Interestingly, this is the only branch in the county built on donated land. Two acres were donated by the family of former citrus grove owner, Sylvester C. Battaglia. S.C. Battaglia’s philosophy, as stated by his son, was to “give back to the community.” The branch’s formal name S.C. Battaglia Memorial Branch, honors his contribution.

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

Upcoming events

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Look, I'm a Scientist: Iceberg Animal Rescue!
Thu, Dec 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Learn what happens when it gets very cold and interact while rescuing animals from an iceberg. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Registration is now closed
Silver Stitches: Senior Craft & Connect - A Fiber Arts Meetup
Thu, Dec 18, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Are you a senior who loves to knit or crochet or wants to practice your skills? Join our vibrant fiber arts community where you can connect with others, share patterns and create beautiful projects.
Registration is now closed
Crochet / Knit Open Lab - Catch Up and Show Off - Confident Beginner
Thu, Dec 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Have a knitting or crochet project in progress, we’d love to see it! Drop in to work on your projects, ask questions or just socialize.
Milk Carton Gingerbread Houses
Thu, Dec 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Celebrate the season with your little one as they build their very own gingerbread house. Adult participation required. Recommended for families.
This event is full
Storybook Fun
Fri, Dec 19, 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.
Cancelled
Crochet Poinsettia Coasters & Flower Pot - Conf. Beginner / Intermediate
Fri, Dec 19, 10:15am - 12:15pm
Crochet a poinsettia flower & pot that can be transformed into a set of coasters, for a wonderful addition to your holiday table decor.
Crochet / Knit Open Lab - Catch Up and Show Off - Confident Beginner
Fri, Dec 19, 10:15am - 12:15pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Have a knitting or crochet project in progress, we’d love to see it! Drop in to work on your projects, ask questions or just socialize.
Toddler Time
Fri, Dec 19, 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, Dec 19, 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, Dec 19, 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.
Sewing Open Lab
Fri, Dec 19, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Come and sew at the Winter Garden Branch 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.
This event is full
Teen Art Jam
Sat, Dec 20, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
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.
Knitting Open Lab - Catch Up and Show Off - Confident Beginner
Mon, Dec 22, 10:15am - 12:15pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Have a knitting project in progress, we’d love to see it! Drop in to work on your projects, ask questions or just socialize.
Sew Confident! Beginner Sewing - 4 Week Introductory Series
Mon, Dec 22, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Ever wanted to make your own custom clothes, home decor or accessories? Master the basics with this 4-part series and learn about sewing safety, basic sewing machine skills, stitching seams, and more.
Registration is now closed
Crafternoons
Mon, Dec 22, 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.
Little Chef: Winter Fruit Cake
Tue, Dec 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Create a fun winter fruit cake while practicing layering and piping to work on fine motor skills. Enjoy a winter themed storytime before making a fun treat! Recommended for ages 3 - 5.
This event is full
Cancelled
Basic English 2
Tue, Dec 23, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.
LEGO® Education Spike™ (Ages 6 - 12) - Prime: Science & Engineering
Tue, Dec 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™. Join us as we apply physical science concepts and the engineering design process through hands-on learning.
This event is full
Storybook Fun
Fri, Dec 26, 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, Dec 26, 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, Dec 26, 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, Dec 26, 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.
Winter Garden Knits - A Fiber Arts Meet-up
Sat, Dec 27, 10:15am - 12:15pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Have a knitting 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!  
Sewing Open Lab
Sat, Dec 27, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Come and sew at the Winter Garden Branch 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.
This event is full
Writer's Meetup
Sat, Dec 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
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 adults.
Knitting Open Lab - Catch Up and Show Off - Confident Beginner
Mon, Dec 29, 10:15am - 12:15pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Have a knitting project in progress, we’d love to see it! Drop in to work on your projects, ask questions or just socialize.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Mon, Dec 29, 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, Dec 29, 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.
Crafternoons
Mon, Dec 29, 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.
Cancelled
Basic English 2
Tue, Dec 30, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.
Storybook Fun
Fri, Jan 02, 10:15am - 10:35am
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 ages 3- 5.
Learn to Crochet: Level 1 and Beyond - (3-Part Beginner Series)
Fri, Jan 02, 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**
Toddler Time
Fri, Jan 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, Jan 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, Jan 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.
Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine - Beginner
Fri, Jan 02, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
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.
This event is full
LEGO® Education Spike™ Prime: Science & Engineering
Sat, Jan 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Prime. Apply STEAM concepts and the engineering design process with hands-on learning. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
This event is full
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Mon, Jan 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.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Mon, Jan 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.
Crafternoons
Mon, Jan 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.
Baby's First New Year
Tue, Jan 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Bring your little one and meet up with your friends for a baby storytime and a celebration of the new year. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.
Cancelled
Basic English 2
Tue, Jan 06, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.
Cocoa and Construction
Tue, Jan 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Test your marshmallow engineering skills while drinking a hot cup of cocoa! Supplies are limited. Registration required. Recommended for families.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Preschoolers will explore stories, songs, and rhymes in English and Spanish to strengthen language, early literacy, and pre-reading skills. Recommended for ages 3–5.
Family Play & Connect
Wed, Jan 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
Crochet: Granny Square Market Bag (4 parts) - Intermediate Level
Wed, Jan 07, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Enhance your skills and move beyond the traditional granny square. We'll create a stylish market bag with starburst granny squares. A perfect accessory bag to bring with you to the farmer's markets.
This event is full
LEGO® Club
Wed, Jan 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
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.
Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine - Beginner
Wed, Jan 07, 4:45pm - 6:45pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
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.
This event is full
Florida Children's Museum - Mobile Museum Library Program - Sponsored by Orlando Health
Thu, Jan 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Winter Garden - Program Area,Winter Garden – Outdoor Yard
Drop in during this 90-minute timeframe to hear stories, explore art, use your senses and play through hands-on fun! Designed for preschoolers and their caregivers, with children under 3 also welcome.
Silver Stitches: Craft & Connect for Seniors - A Fiber Arts Meetup
Thu, Jan 08, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Are you a senior who loves to knit or crochet or wants to practice your skills? Join our vibrant fiber arts community where you can connect with others, share patterns and create beautiful projects.
Learn to Knit: Level 1 and Beyond - (4-Part Beginner Series)
Thu, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
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**
This event is full
Music in the Library: West African Kora - Presented by Sean Gaskell
Thu, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Sean Gaskell will give a performance on the kora, an ancient 21-stringed harp from West Africa. Gaskell’s performance will feature traditional songs and some of his own personal compositions.
Winter Garden Book Club
Thu, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Please join us for a lively book discussion about the book selection of the month, Tomorrow, and Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin.
Learn to Crochet: Level 1 and Beyond - (3-Part Beginner Series)
Fri, Jan 09, 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**
Storybook Fun
Fri, Jan 09, 10:15am - 10:35am
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 ages 3- 5.
Toddler Time
Fri, Jan 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, Jan 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, Jan 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.
Winter Garden Knits - A Fiber Arts Meet-up
Sat, Jan 10, 10:15am - 12:15pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Have a knitting 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!  
Citizenship Inspired (Two Session Series)
Sat, Jan 10, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
During this two-session program, students will prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview.
Sewing - Simple Hemming - Confident Beginner
Sat, Jan 10, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Purchased a pair of pants or skirt that's just a bit too long? Join us in this sewing class and learn how to complete simple hems on everything from dress pants to skirts.
This event is full
Puzzle Swap
Sat, Jan 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 puzzle for adults.
Knit in Color: Intarsia (2-part) - Confident Beginner to Intermediate Level
Mon, Jan 12, 10:15am - 12:15pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Branch out into Intarsia - sometimes called “picture knitting.” Discover how to switch colors and create a heart motif square easily used for dishcloths, washcloths, or simple afghan square.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Mon, Jan 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, Jan 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.
Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine - Beginner
Mon, Jan 12, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
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.
This event is full
Crafternoons
Mon, Jan 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.
Marvelous Manatees
Tue, Jan 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Through books and activities, preschoolers will explore the world of Florida's gentle giants as they gather in warm springs for the chilly season. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Cancelled
Basic English 2
Tue, Jan 13, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
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 - InvestiGators Take The Plunge
Tue, Jan 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
A monthly book club for kids combining crafts, activities, and discussion. The book for January is "InvestiGators Take The Plunge" by John Patrick Green. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Bilingual Storytime
Wed, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Winter Garden - Program Area
Preschoolers will explore stories, songs, and rhymes in English and Spanish to strengthen language, early literacy, and pre-reading skills. Recommended for ages 3–5.
Family Play & Connect
Wed, Jan 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
Family Fun: Chess
Wed, Jan 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
Join us for a game of chess. All experience levels are welcome and chess sets are available for play. Recommended for families.
Creative Clay with Seniors
Thu, Jan 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Winter Garden - Technology Lab
Seniors, come create your own masterpiece using air drying clay. Registration required.
Storybook Fun
Fri, Jan 16, 10:15am - 10:35am
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 ages 3- 5.
Toddler Time
Fri, Jan 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, Jan 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, Jan 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.
Tales From the Farm - Presented by Central Florida Fair
Sat, Jan 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Winter Garden – Outdoor Yard
Join us for a farm-themed storytime followed by an animal meet and greet! Recommended for families.
Teen Art Jam
Sat, Jan 17, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Winter Garden - Program Area
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.
Registration opens Saturday, December 20 2025 at 9:00am
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