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Speed-Date with a Book
2026-03-05 16:30:00 2026-03-05 17:30:00 America/New_York Speed-Date with a Book 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. Southwest Branch - Southwest - Ask at Desk

Thursday, March 05
4:30pm - 5:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-03-05 16:30:00 2026-03-05 17:30:00 America/New_York Speed-Date with a Book 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. Southwest Branch - Southwest - Ask at Desk

Southwest Branch

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.

AGE GROUP: | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | Authors - Books - Writing |

TAGS: | bb-ages-13-18 |

Southwest Branch
Phone: 407-835-7323
Hours
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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 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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Family Fun: Storytime Crafts
Thu, Feb 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in before or after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.
Build Your Computer Mouse Skill - Senior Skills
Thu, Feb 26, 10:15am - 11:15am
Technology Classroom
Become a confident and comfortable mouse user! Learn technique so you can navigate your computer. Practice using the mouse with hands-on exercises and online resources.
Preschool Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Thu, Feb 26, 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, Feb 26, 11:00am - 11:20am
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.
Build Your Typing Skill - Senior Skills
Thu, Feb 26, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Technology Classroom
Learn how to properly place your hands on the keyboard and enhance your typing skills. Practice techniques using the typing.com website.
Baby Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Thu, Feb 26, 11:30am - 11:45am
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).
Southwest Book Club: - The Secret Book of Flora Lea
Thu, Feb 26, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Join us to discuss historical fiction novel The Secret Book of Flora Lea by Patti Callahan Henry. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
Qigong Movement and Breathing
Fri, Feb 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Embark on a transformative journey with Jasmine Win, a modern qigong instructor, and discover the ancient practice of qigong. Learn at your own pace and ability in this joyful and relaxing class.
Friends of the Library Sidewalk Book Sale
Sat, Feb 28, 10:00am - 2:00pm
The Friends of the Library will be hosting a sidewalk book sale!
Hearts of Gold Therapy Dogs
Sat, Feb 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Area
Children can improve their literacy skills by reading to a therapy dog with Golden Retriever Rescue of Mid-Florida. Practice with a furry friend and build your confidence. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Let's Code an Ocean AI (Ages 6-12)
Sat, Feb 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Technology Classroom
Machines can learn just like us! Explore the ocean while learning how machines can see patterns and predict outcomes. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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Y Read: Book Read Aloud
Sat, Feb 28, 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.
LEGO® Education Spike Essentials: Great Adventures
Sat, Feb 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Technology Classroom
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.
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Baby Storytime: Shapes
Mon, Mar 02, 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 02, 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: Yarn Mandalas
Mon, Mar 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Learning comes alive! Explore the world through crafts, experiments, and hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 6-12.
This event is full
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.
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