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Read Aloud Book Club
2026-03-13 15:30:00 2026-03-13 17:30:00 America/New_York Read Aloud Book Club 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. Southwest Branch -

Friday, March 13
3:30pm - 5:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-03-13 15:30:00 2026-03-13 17:30:00 America/New_York Read Aloud Book Club 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. Southwest Branch -

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.

Read aloud classics or modern retellings and other great books weekly with discussion. An entire book or short stories will be read aloud over several weeks. No pressure to read aloud. Come to listen! Facilitator-led. 

Book selection: The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller.

Ages 18 and up.  

Special Note: This is a book club where books are read aloud during the meeting so there's no need to prepare by reading in advance. You do not have to be a good reader in order to participate. The "magic" of this book club format is that participants get to react in the moment to what is being read, unlike traditional book clubs where you read in solitary then come together at a later date to discuss. 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Authors - Books - Writing |

TAGS: | bb-bookclubs |

Southwest Branch
Phone: 407-835-7323
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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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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.
Semamori Paper Stitched Patterns - Asanoha-Hemp Leaf
Tue, Mar 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Technology Classroom
Semamori are traditional Japanese auspicious patterns. Learn about the meaning and history of the featured Semamori pattern. Pierce and stitch the pattern on paper.
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District 44 Office Hours - Representative Rita Harris
Tue, Mar 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Reading Area
An opportunity for legislative teams to meet directly with constituents to assist with general questions or concerns.
Preschool Storytime: Discover New Mexico
Tue, Mar 10, 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 10, 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.
Computer Basics - Senior Skills
Tue, Mar 10, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Technology Classroom
Get started by learning how to navigate your computer. Access common applications including word processors and web browsers.
Chess Club
Tue, Mar 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Discover the game of chess while having fun and making friends. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Microsoft Excel - Formulas & Functions
Wed, Mar 11, 10:15am - 11:15am
Technology Classroom
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.
Artsy Toddler: Bears
Wed, Mar 11, 11:00am - 11:45am
Discover colors, textures, and materials through stories, songs, and creative art activities. Recommended for ages 18–36 months. Registration required.
Microsoft Excel - Automate Tasks
Wed, Mar 11, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Technology Classroom
Automate everyday tasks with macros. Record data entry and formatting. Insert and modify objects to run macros without coding.
LEGO® Club
Wed, Mar 11, 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 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
Technology Classroom
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
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 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.
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