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Little Bookworms

Soup's On!
2026-01-14 15:00:00 2026-01-14 16:00:00 America/New_York Little Bookworms 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. Hiawassee Branch - Hiawassee - Meeting Room

Wednesday, January 14
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-14 15:00:00 2026-01-14 16:00:00 America/New_York Little Bookworms 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. Hiawassee Branch - Hiawassee - Meeting Room

Hiawassee Branch

Hiawassee - Meeting Room

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.

January is National Soup Month! Celebrate our favorite way to stay warm during the chilly months. 

AGE GROUP: | Preschoolers |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime | Education & Learning |

TAGS: | earlylearning | bb-ages-3-5 |

Hiawassee Branch
Phone: 407-835/7323
Hours
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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

LYNX Bus Link 37 Pine Hills / Florida Mall

Hiawassee Branch began as a bookmobile station in 1962 and was first known as the Pine Hills Library. In later moves the branch became the West Colonial branch and in March 2000, Hiawassee. In early 2010, the Hiawassee Branch moved to a new home near the corner of Hiawassee Road and West Colonial Drive in the Highland Lakes shopping plaza.

Upcoming events

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Zero to Five Storytime
Mon, Dec 15, 10:15am - 10:45am
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
From the rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes to the use of picture books, songs and flannel board stories, your child will be encouraged to develop early literacy skills. Recommended for ages 0-5.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Mon, Dec 15, 10:45am - 11:45am
Hiawassee - Ask at Desk
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.
Computer Basics Level 2 - Creating & Saving Files
Mon, Dec 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Get your computer skills racing. Learn how to create, rename, delete, and organize files and folders on your computer.
Stony Art Flowers - Unusual Art
Mon, Dec 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hiawassee - Craft Studio
Beautiful art can emerge from the most unusual objects. Use your imagination and hot glue to bring mixed media masterpieces to life. Recommended for adults.
English Conversation Hour
Mon, Dec 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.
Social Worker @ the Library - By Appointment Only
Tue, Dec 16, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.org/socialworker.
DIY Gifts: Vanilla Lavender Body Scrub - Senior Crafting
Tue, Dec 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Craft Studio
Learn how to make a fragrant vanilla lavender body scrub, perfect for pampering yourself or sharing as a handmade treat for someone special. For adults. Registration Required.
Internet Level 1 - Fundamentals
Tue, Dec 16, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Learn Internet concepts and terminology. Become familiar with Web browsers while surfing the Web.
Entènèt Nivo 2
Tue, Dec 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Aprann teknik motè rechèch yo, pou- w ka jwenn egzakteman sa w-ap chèche sou entènèt la. #Creole
Imèl Nivo 1
Wed, Dec 17, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Nou montre ou kòman pou kreye yon kont imèl. Epi tou kòman pou voye, resevwa ak òganize imèl sou entènèt . #Creole
Microsoft Word Level 3 - Enhancing & Finalizing Documents
Wed, Dec 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hiawassee - Training 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.
Winter Wondercrafting
Wed, Dec 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Let it Snow! Create fun, wintery art projects. Recommended for ages 6-12.
English Reading Session
Wed, Dec 17, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Reading and comprehension: We will go around the class and have students read an excerpt from a story, we will discuss it and look up the meaning of the words. Recommended for adults.
Citizenship Inspired
Thu, Dec 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Craft Studio
During this program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview.
Basic English 1
Thu, Dec 18, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.
Basic English 2
Thu, Dec 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.
Family STEM: Snowball Catapults!
Thu, Dec 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Join the fun in this hands-on STEM activity where families design, build, and test their very own snowball catapults!
English for Social Interactions
Thu, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
This class will cover a wide array of topics from accepting and rejecting an invitation to engaging in small talk with strangers. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.
Planifye Vakans Sou Entènèt
Fri, Dec 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Aprann kijan pou fè resvasyon avyon, machine ak otèl sou entènèt. This class is taught in Haitian Creole.
Microsoft Excel Level 3 - Functions & Automated Features
Fri, Dec 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hiawassee - Training 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.
Snow Much Slime!
Fri, Dec 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hiawassee - Craft Studio
We’re mixing up a winter storm of snowy slime! Come chill out and create a frosty masterpiece to take home! Recommended for ages 6-12.
This event is full
Writing Clearly Intermediate
Fri, Dec 19, 4:45pm - 5:40pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Writing Clearly Intermediate is a class that focuses on grammar for complex ideas, including sentence structures, paragraph, and essay writing.
Basic English 1
Sat, Dec 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.
Improve Your Job Interview Skills
Sat, Dec 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Better prepare yourself for the big day! Learn the interview process and become familiar with popular websites that provide supporting information.
Teen Volunteering
Sat, Dec 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
High school students will earn two hours of community service by completing volunteer tasks at the library. Recommended for ages 13-18.
This event is full
Search & Apply for Jobs
Sat, Dec 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Become familiar with popular job search websites and common questions asked on job applications. Learn how to use various Internet resources to search and apply for jobs.
Zero to Five Storytime
Mon, Dec 22, 10:15am - 10:45am
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
From the rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes to the use of picture books, songs and flannel board stories, your child will be encouraged to develop early literacy skills. Recommended for ages 0-5.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Mon, Dec 22, 10:45am - 11:45am
Hiawassee - Ask at Desk
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.
Internet Level 2 - Search Techniques
Mon, Dec 22, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Learn about search engines and search techniques to help you find exactly what you are looking for on the Web.
Adult Craft & Chat: Wine Glass Snowman
Mon, Dec 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hiawassee - Craft Studio
Let's get creative and festive! Join us to decorate wine glasses as charming snowmen, perfect for holiday décor or gifts. For adults. Registration recommended. 
This event is full
English Conversation Hour
Mon, Dec 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.
Social Worker @ the Library - By Appointment Only
Tue, Dec 23, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.org/socialworker.
Journey to Sweden - Senior Travel Series
Tue, Dec 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Craft Studio
Discover Sweden through fascinating facts, delicious treats, and a relaxing hands-on craft. Recommended for adults. Registration Required.
Email Level 2 - Manage Your Account
Tue, Dec 23, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Learn how to compose and send email messages with attachments. Become familiar with replying and forwarding messages.
Microsoft Excel Nivo 1
Tue, Dec 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Aprann tablo konsèp ak tèminoloji. Aprann kijan pou kreye yon tablo debaz ak kijan pou aplike yon fòmil debaz. #Creole
BenAnna Band
Fri, Dec 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hiawassee - Ask at Desk
Kids will go bananas for this high-energy musical duo that focuses on inclusion and music for all ages, abilities and identities. Fun music for everyone! Recommended for ages 3-5.
Microsoft Excel Nivo 2
Fri, Dec 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Aprann karakteristik otomatik, zouti pou fòmataj avanse,avèk kijan pou aplike fonksyon the baz lèw ap fè kalkilasyon. #Creole
Microsoft Excel Level 4 - More Functions & Visual Tools
Fri, Dec 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hiawassee - Training 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 Movie: Jack Frost
Fri, Dec 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Enjoy a movie snack and some hot cocoa as we watch the wintertime classic Jack Frost! Recommended for ages 6-12.
Writing Clearly Intermediate
Fri, Dec 26, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Writing Clearly Intermediate is a class that focuses on grammar for complex ideas, including sentence structures, paragraph, and essay writing.
Teen Art Adventures: End of Year Vision Board
Sat, Dec 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hiawassee - Craft Studio
Reflect on the past year and set intentions for the year ahead with vision boards. Recommended for ages 13-18. 
Zero to Five Storytime
Mon, Dec 29, 10:15am - 10:45am
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
From the rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes to the use of picture books, songs and flannel board stories, your child will be encouraged to develop early literacy skills. Recommended for ages 0-5.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Mon, Dec 29, 10:45am - 11:45am
Hiawassee - Ask at Desk
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.
Email Level 2 - Manage Your Account
Mon, Dec 29, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Learn how to compose and send email messages with attachments. Become familiar with replying and forwarding messages.
English Conversation Hour
Mon, Dec 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.
Cancelled
Social Worker @ the Library - By Appointment Only
Tue, Dec 30, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.org/socialworker.
Cuisine Corner: New Year's Mocktails
Tue, Dec 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Craft Studio
Learn how to make simple and seasonal non-alcoholic “mocktail” drinks to bring cheer to your New Year's celebrations. Recommended for adults.
Open Lab - Ask A Tech
Tue, Dec 30, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hiawassee - Training 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 Nivo 3
Tue, Dec 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Aprann kijan pou kreye fòmil ak fonksyon de baz avèk ki lè pou itilize selil relative ak absolit. #Creole
Little Chef: Winter Cake in a Jar
Fri, Jan 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Caregivers and little chefs will mix, measure, and create a tasty masterpiece together! Recommended for ages 3-5. Registration required.
This event is full
Writing Clearly Intermediate
Fri, Jan 02, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Writing Clearly Intermediate is a class that focuses on grammar for complex ideas, including sentence structures, paragraph, and essay writing.
Basic English 1
Sat, Jan 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.
STEAM Jr. - Cocoa and Construction
Sat, Jan 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Junior scientists will explore STEAM concepts to expand their minds and explore the world around them. Recommended for families.
Baby to Five Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Mon, Jan 05, 10:15am - 10:45am
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Through movement, songs, rhymes, and storytelling, children (ages 0-5) build early literacy, language, and motor skills while preparing for reading, writing, and discovering the joy of books.
Family Play & Connect
Mon, Jan 05, 10:45am - 11:45am
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.
DIY Melt and Pour Soap
Mon, Jan 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Create your own custom soap! Using a melt-and-pour soap base, you’ll add color, fragrance, and fun extras to design a bar that’s uniquely yours to take home. Recommended for adults.
English Conversation Hour
Mon, Jan 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.
Social Worker @ the Library - By Appointment Only
Tue, Jan 06, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.org/socialworker.
Adult Basic Education - Improve Reading and Writing Skills
Tue, Jan 06, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Improve reading/writing skills, vocabulary, and comprehension for English speaking adults who are beginning-intermediate level emerging readers. Class focuses primarily on reading & writing skills. 
Senior Art: Inspirational Marble Art
Tue, Jan 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Craft Studio
Kick off the New Year with our inspirational marble painting, where vibrant colors swirl together to symbolize fresh beginnings. Recommended for adults. 
Microsoft Word Level 1 - Creating Documents
Tue, Jan 06, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hiawassee - Training 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.
Homeschool Junior - Madlib Mayhem
Wed, Jan 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Craft Studio
Learning comes alive! Explore the world through crafts, experiments, and hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 6-12.
STEAM Jr. - Great Lil Gastropods
Wed, Jan 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hiawassee - Craft Studio
Junior scientists will explore STEAM concepts to expand their minds and explore the world around them. Recommended for ages 6-12.
English Reading Session
Wed, Jan 07, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Reading and Comprehension: Students will read and try to understand what they read, also they will learn the meaning of words they don't recognize in the text.
Citizenship Inspired
Thu, Jan 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Craft Studio
During this program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview.
Basic English 1
Thu, Jan 08, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.
Basic English 2
Thu, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.
Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine
Thu, Jan 08, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Hiawassee - Craft Studio
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
English for Social Interactions
Thu, Jan 08, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
This class will cover a wide array of topics from accepting and rejecting an invitation to engaging in small talk with strangers. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.
Toddler Stories & Songs - You Are My Sunshine
Fri, Jan 09, 11:00am - 11:45am
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
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.
Writing Clearly Intermediate
Fri, Jan 09, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Writing Clearly Intermediate is a class that focuses on grammar for complex ideas, including sentence structures, paragraph, and essay writing.
Teen Volunteering
Sat, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
High school students will earn two hours of community service by completing volunteer tasks at the library. Recommended for ages 13-18.
Baby to Five Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Mon, Jan 12, 10:15am - 10:45am
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Through movement, songs, rhymes, and storytelling, children (ages 0-5) build early literacy, language, and motor skills while preparing for reading, writing, and discovering the joy of books.
Family Play & Connect
Mon, Jan 12, 10:45am - 11:45am
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.
English Conversation Hour
Mon, Jan 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.
Social Worker @ the Library - By Appointment Only
Tue, Jan 13, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.org/socialworker.
Adult Basic Education - Improve Reading and Writing Skills
Tue, Jan 13, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Improve reading/writing skills, vocabulary, and comprehension for English speaking adults who are beginning-intermediate level emerging readers. Class focuses primarily on reading & writing skills. 
Wreck This Art!
Tue, Jan 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Craft Studio
Are you an artist? No? Great! You don't need to be! Instead, have fun while creating a terrible piece of art. No perfection allowed, just creative chaos! For Adults. Registration suggested.
Microsoft Word Level 2 - Proofing, Templates & Pictures
Tue, Jan 13, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hiawassee - Training 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.
Masterpiece Junior - Paper Mosaics
Tue, Jan 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hiawassee - Craft Studio
Discover the world of art! Together, we'll learn the history, get inspired, and create a masterpiece! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
Little Bookworms - Soup's On!
Wed, Jan 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
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.
Art 101: Cave Painting
Wed, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hiawassee - Craft Studio
Step back in time and discover the world of Stone Age art! Learn how early humans used simple tools and natural materials to create the first cave paintings. Recommended for adults. 
English Reading Session
Wed, Jan 14, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Reading and Comprehension: Students will read and try to understand what they read, also they will learn the meaning of words they don't recognize in the text.
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