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LEGO® Education Spike Essentials: Great Adventures
2026-03-19 15:00:00 2026-03-19 16:00:00 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. Southwest Branch - Technology Classroom

Thursday, March 19
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-03-19 15:00:00 2026-03-19 16:00:00 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. Southwest Branch - Technology Classroom

Southwest Branch

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.

    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 |

    Southwest Branch
    Phone: 407-835-7323
    Hours
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    Mon, Mar 09 10:00AM to 7:00PM
    Tue, Mar 10 10:00AM to 7:00PM
    Wed, Mar 11 10:00AM to 7:00PM
    Thu, Mar 12 10:00AM to 7:00PM
    Fri, Mar 13 10:00AM to 6:00PM
    Sat, Mar 14 10:00AM to 6:00PM
    Sun, Mar 15 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, Mar 12, 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 3
    Thu, Mar 12, 10:15am - 11:15am
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    Get more precise control over your presentation. Learn how to insert slide transitions, add animations and hyperlinks. Create a customized photo album with simple to use tools.
    Preschool Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
    Thu, Mar 12, 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 12, 11:00am - 11:20am
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    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 12, 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 - Create Custom Templates
    Thu, Mar 12, 11:30am - 12:30pm
    Technology Classroom
    Make universal style changes to all slides in your presentation. Learn how to customize a theme and to format slides through the slide master.
    Read Aloud Book Club
    Fri, Mar 13, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
    Read aloud classics or modern retellings and other great books weekly with discussion. Read aloud or just come to listen! Facilitator-led. Book: Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller. Ages 18 and up.
    Embroidery Spring Jewelry - Beginner Level
    Sat, Mar 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm
    Technology Classroom
    Craft some cute accessories for the season with felt and easy embroidery stitches.
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    Y Read: Book Read Aloud
    Sat, Mar 14, 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.
    Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine
    Sat, Mar 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
    Technology Classroom
    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.
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    Baby Storytime: Shapes
    Mon, Mar 16, 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 16, 11:30am - 12:00pm
    Connect with other caregivers while your babies wiggle, giggle, and explore early play together. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.
    Mazes vs Labyrinths
    Mon, Mar 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    Southwest - Ask at Desk
    Participants will learn the difference between a maze and labyrinth and create their own using provided materials. Recommended for ages 6-12.
    Podcast Listening Club - Water
    Mon, Mar 16, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
    Conference Room
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    Preschool Storytime: Discover North & South Carolina
    Tue, Mar 17, 11:00am - 11:45am
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    Mindful Start Family Yoga
    Tue, Mar 17, 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.
    Toddler Storytime: Bees Buzz
    Wed, Mar 18, 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 18, 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.
    LEGO® Club
    Wed, Mar 18, 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 19, 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.
    LEGO® Digital Builds
    Thu, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
    Technology Classroom
    Create custom LEGO® builds on the computer with this easy-to-use free software. Print instructions or share your builds with friends online. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
    Preschool Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
    Thu, Mar 19, 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 19, 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 19, 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).
    LEGO® Education Spike Essentials: Great Adventures
    Thu, Mar 19, 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.
    STEAM Junior: March MATH-ness
    Thu, Mar 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
    Junior scientists will explore STEAM concepts to expand their minds and explore the world around them. Recommended for ages 6-12.
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