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Job Seekers Spotlight
2026-03-21 10:30:00 2026-03-21 11:45:00 America/New_York Job Seekers Spotlight Explore library database resources to improve your job skills. Ages 18 & up. Registration required. Southwest Branch -

Saturday, March 21
10:30am - 11:45am

Add to Calendar 2026-03-21 10:30:00 2026-03-21 11:45:00 America/New_York Job Seekers Spotlight Explore library database resources to improve your job skills. Ages 18 & up. Registration required. Southwest Branch -

Explore library database resources to improve your job skills. Ages 18 & up. Registration required.

Explore library database resources to improve your job skills. Attendees will be introduced to four library databases to enhance and sharpen job skills. Databases include: LearningExpress Library, Resume Maker, Big Interview, and LinkedIn Learning. These databases provide career guidance, test preparation, resume building, job interviewing, and ongoing skill learning. 

Ages 18 & up. Registration required.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Business & Careers |

TAGS: | jobseeker | bb-adult-events |

Southwest Branch
Phone: 407-835-7323
Hours
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Mon, Mar 02 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Mar 03 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Mar 04 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Mar 05 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Mar 06 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Mar 07 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Mar 08 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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District 10 Office Hours - Congressman Maxwell Frost
Tue, Mar 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Reading Area
An opportunity for legislative teams to meet directly with constituents to assist with general questions or concerns.
Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns - Exotic - Beginner Level
Tue, Mar 03, 10:15am - 12:15pm
Technology Classroom
Learn sashiko hand sewing techniques that form geometric patterns from simple running stitches. Create beautiful designs layer-by-layer while learning to mark and sew these geometric designs.
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Preschool Storytime: Discover New Jersey & New York
Tue, Mar 03, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Tue, Mar 03, 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.
Microsoft Excel - Data Management Level 1
Wed, Mar 04, 10:15am - 11:15am
Technology Classroom
Learn how to use advanced sort and filter options; apply data validation and other data tools to organize your data.
Toddler Storytime: I Spy Colors
Wed, Mar 04, 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, Mar 04, 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 - Data Management Level 2
Wed, Mar 04, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Technology Classroom
Learn how to apply data subtotals, outlines, data consolidation and conditional formatting to organize your data.
LEGO® Club
Wed, Mar 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
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 Fun: Storytime Crafts
Thu, Mar 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.
Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1
Thu, Mar 05, 10:15am - 11:15am
Technology Classroom
Identify the basic features and tools to get you started. Learn how to create a presentation by using templates, text, and picture files.
Preschool Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Thu, Mar 05, 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, Mar 05, 11:00am - 11:20am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
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, Mar 05, 11:30am - 11:45am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
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).
Microsoft PowerPoint Level 2
Thu, Mar 05, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Technology Classroom
Capture your audience attention with a visually compelling presentation. Learn how to insert and customize SmartArt graphics, tables, charts and video.
Speed-Date with a Book
Thu, Mar 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Do you love to read but just don’t know what to read next? We will gather some hot titles and you can have a 5 minute date with each. The perfect book is waiting for you.
Crochet Granny Squares - Confident Beginner Level
Fri, Mar 06, 10:15am - 12:00pm
Technology Classroom
Crochet a classic granny square. Granny squares are the foundation of many blankets, bags and sweaters. Learn how to crochet in circles and then use increase stitches to make a square.
Florida Children's Museum - Mobile Museum Library Program - Sponsored by Orlando Health
Fri, Mar 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
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.
Line Dancing for Fun and Fitness
Sat, Mar 07, 10:30am - 11:45am
Learn line dance steps to all types of music. Discover a fun way to exercise your body and mind. Recommended for ages 18 and up. Registration required.
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Y Read: Book Read Aloud
Sat, Mar 07, 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. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
Nature Walk Book Club - Twist
Mon, Mar 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Join the Southwest Library for a casual walk outdoors at Shadow Bay Park followed by discussion of Twist by Colum McCann. Registration required. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
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Baby Storytime: Shapes
Mon, Mar 09, 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, Mar 09, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Connect with other caregivers while your babies wiggle, giggle, and explore early play together. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.
Homeschool Junior: Moonshot
Mon, Mar 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Learning comes alive! Explore the world through crafts, experiments, and hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 6-12.
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