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LEGO® Education Spike Essentials: Great Adventures
2026-03-06 16:00:00 2026-03-06 17:00:00 America/New_York LEGO® Education Spike Essentials: Great Adventures Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essentials. Go on a Great Adventure as we explore STEAM concepts and creative problem solving. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required. Alafaya Branch - Alafaya - Computer Lab

Friday, March 06
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-03-06 16:00:00 2026-03-06 17:00:00 America/New_York LEGO® Education Spike Essentials: Great Adventures Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essentials. Go on a Great Adventure as we explore STEAM concepts and creative problem solving. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required. Alafaya Branch - Alafaya - Computer Lab

Alafaya Branch

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essentials. Go on a Great Adventure as we explore STEAM concepts and creative problem solving. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

    Students will:

    • Follow instructions to build project
    • Program the components
    • Bugfix, change, and improve the program

    Required Skills: 1st Grade Reading and Writing Level, Keyboard and Mouse Proficiency

    *For the safety and comfort of children, a responsible adult or caregiver must accompany children 10 years of age or younger while they are using the Library. If there is available space, you are welcome to join your child in class. If not, or you would rather not join class, you must wait within view of classroom door.

    AGE GROUP: | Kids |

    EVENT TYPE: | Science & Math | Games & Activities | Coding & Robotics | Basic Tech Skills |

    TAGS: | whizkids | lego | bb-childrens-tech-classes |

    Alafaya Branch
    Phone: 407-835-7323
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    Mon, Feb 23 10:00AM to 7:00PM
    Tue, Feb 24 10:00AM to 7:00PM
    Wed, Feb 25 10:00AM to 7:00PM
    Thu, Feb 26 10:00AM to 7:00PM
    Fri, Feb 27 10:00AM to 6:00PM
    Sat, Feb 28 10:00AM to 6:00PM
    Sun, Mar 01 1:00PM to 6:00PM
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    About the branch

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    Alafaya Branch has a long history of providing library services to the East Orange County community. The branch originally opened in 1965 as the Azalea Park branch, situated on Lake Barton Road. From the 1970s through the 1990s the branch provided library services from shopping center locations. Ground was broken in January 1999 for a new branch, designed to be the prototype branch for future Orange County Library System branches. Opened on February 1, 2000, Alafaya Branch was funded by a Florida Library Construction Grant.

    Upcoming events

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    Social Worker @ the Library
    Fri, Feb 27, 10:00am - 5:00pm
    Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services.
    Preschool Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
    Fri, Feb 27, 10:15am - 10:40am
    Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
    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
    Fri, Feb 27, 10:45am - 11:05am
    Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
    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
    Fri, Feb 27, 11:15am - 11:30am
    Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
    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).
    Baby Play & Connect
    Fri, Feb 27, 11:45am - 12:20pm
    Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
    Connect with other caregivers while your babies wiggle, giggle, and explore early play together. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.
    Microsoft Word - Review and Citation Tools
    Fri, Feb 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    Alafaya - Computer Lab
    Get your research papers and reports noticed. Learn how to use the review tools to discover errors and ensure readability. Add organization with a table of contents and clear citations.
    Alafaya Writing Group - A Space for Writing, Reviewing, and Editing
    Fri, Feb 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
    Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
    Need a quiet space to work on your novel? An unbiased eye to review your screenplay? Got editing tips to share? Swing by to work on your next creative writing endeavor! Recommended for ages 18 and up.
    Build Robots using Cubelets
    Fri, Feb 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
    Alafaya - Computer Lab
    Design and build complex robots with magnetic blocks. No coding required! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
    This event is full
    READing Paws
    Sat, Feb 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Alafaya - Back of Branch
    The Reading Education Assistance Dogs® [R.E.A.D.] program improves children’s reading and communication skills by employing a powerful method: reading to a therapy dog. Recommended for ages 6-12.
    Basic English 2
    Sat, Feb 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
    Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
    This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.
    English Conversation Hour
    Sat, Feb 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
    Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
    A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.
    Learn to Use a Microscope
    Sun, Mar 01, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
    Alafaya - Computer Lab
    There's a microscopic world waiting to be explored! Learn how to use a microscope and view the world around us through a different lens. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
    This event is full
    Learn to Use a Microscope
    Sun, Mar 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
    Alafaya - Computer Lab
    There's a microscopic world waiting to be explored! Learn how to use a microscope and view the world around us through a different lens. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
    Social Worker @ the Library - By Appointment Only
    Mon, Mar 02, 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.
    Florida Children's Museum - Mobile Museum Library Program - Sponsored by Orlando Health
    Mon, Mar 02, 10:15am - 11:45am
    Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
    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.
    Microsoft Word Level 1 - Creating Documents
    Mon, Mar 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
    Alafaya - Computer 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.
    Microsoft Excel Level 1 - Creating Spreadsheets
    Mon, Mar 02, 11:45am - 12:45pm
    Alafaya - Computer Lab
    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.
    Code with SpriteBox
    Mon, Mar 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
    Alafaya - Computer Lab
    Play a unique platforming game that combines exploration and coding puzzles. Learn sequencing, parameters, debugging and looping with SpriteBox. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
    This event is full
    Preschool Storytime: Rainbows
    Tue, Mar 03, 11:00am - 11:40am
    Alafaya - Back of Branch
    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.
    Computer Basics Level 1 - Getting Started with Windows
    Tue, Mar 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
    Alafaya - Computer Lab
    Get up and running with computers. Learn how to navigate the computer desktop and how to perform various techniques in manipulating windows using basic mouse and keyboard techniques.
    Make Custom Paper Airplanes
    Tue, Mar 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
    Alafaya - Computer Lab
    Design your own paper airplane with graphics and text using Microsoft Publisher. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
    LEGO® Club
    Tue, Mar 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
    Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
    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.
    Toddler Play & Connect: Bubble Playtime
    Wed, Mar 04, 10:30am - 11:15am
    Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
    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.
    District 35 Office Hours - Representative Erika Booth
    Wed, Mar 04, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
    Opportunity for Representative Booth's team to meet directly with residents and assist them with state-related issues, including Medicaid, housing and unemployment resources.
    Microsoft Excel Level 1 - Creating Spreadsheets
    Wed, Mar 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
    Alafaya - Computer Lab
    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.
    Learn American Sign Language
    Wed, Mar 04, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
    Alafaya - Computer Lab
    Discover American Sign Language in a fun and interactive way! Learn to count from 1 to 10 and the basics of finger spelling while practicing together. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
    Microsoft Excel - Formulas & Functions
    Wed, Mar 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
    Alafaya - Computer Lab
    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.
    District 10 Office Hours - Congressman Maxwell Frost
    Thu, Mar 05, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
    Opportunity for the legislative teams to meet directly with residents and assist them with general questions including state-related issues, including Medicaid, housing and unemployment resources.
    Open Lab - Ask A Tech for Seniors
    Thu, Mar 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
    Alafaya - Computer 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.
    Make a Stop Motion Movie
    Thu, Mar 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
    Alafaya - Computer Lab
    Use the Stop Motion Studio app to create a stop-motion animation movie! Bring objects to life, add titles, credits, sound, and more. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
    This event is full
    Alafaya Book Club
    Thu, Mar 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
    Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
    The Alafaya Book Club's March selection is "The Library Book" by Susan Orlean.
    Preschool Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
    Fri, Mar 06, 10:15am - 10:40am
    Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
    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
    Fri, Mar 06, 10:45am - 11:05am
    Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
    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
    Fri, Mar 06, 11:15am - 11:30am
    Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
    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).
    Baby Play & Connect
    Fri, Mar 06, 11:45am - 12:20pm
    Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
    Connect with other caregivers while your babies wiggle, giggle, and explore early play together. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.
    Adobe Photoshop Level 1 - Editing Tools
    Fri, Mar 06, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
    Alafaya - Computer Lab
    Learn about the functionality of Photoshop and explore the environment. Become familiar with using the Brush, Eraser, Selection, Move, and Crop tools.
    LEGO® Education Spike Essentials: Great Adventures
    Fri, Mar 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
    Alafaya - Computer Lab
    Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essentials. Go on a Great Adventure as we explore STEAM concepts and creative problem solving. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
    Crochet Flower Earrings
    Fri, Mar 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
    Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
    Make your own crochet flower earrings! Recommended for ages 18 and up. Prior crochet experience necessary.
    This event is full
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