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Preschool Artists: Henri Matisse
2026-05-19 11:00:00 2026-05-19 11:40:00 America/New_York Preschool Artists: Henri Matisse Let your imagination and little hands run wild with color and textures to create a masterpiece inspired by artists throughout history! Recommended for ages 3–5. Registration required. Alafaya Branch - Alafaya - Back of Branch

Tuesday, May 19
11:00am - 11:40am

Add to Calendar 2026-05-19 11:00:00 2026-05-19 11:40:00 America/New_York Preschool Artists: Henri Matisse Let your imagination and little hands run wild with color and textures to create a masterpiece inspired by artists throughout history! Recommended for ages 3–5. Registration required. Alafaya Branch - Alafaya - Back of Branch

Alafaya Branch

Alafaya - Back of Branch

Let your imagination and little hands run wild with color and textures to create a masterpiece inspired by artists throughout history! Recommended for ages 3–5. Registration required.

This program is full of hands-on fun! Glue, paint, and other art materials might get a little messy, so comfortable clothing is recommended.

AGE GROUP: | Preschoolers |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime | Arts & Crafting |

TAGS: | earlylearning | bb-ages-3-5 |

Alafaya Branch
Phone: 407-835-7323
Hours
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Mon, May 11 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, May 12 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, May 13 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, May 14 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, May 15 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 16 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, May 17 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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Microsoft Excel Level 2 - Finalizing & Securing Spreadsheets
Tue, May 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
Customize and organize worksheets with sheet names, color coding, headers, themes, and more. Protect your worksheets with a password and learn how to print your data.
Preschool Storytime: When I Grow Up
Tue, May 12, 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.
Code with Rodocodo
Tue, May 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
Explore coding concepts while gaming! Learn about sequencing, debugging, looping, and more by completing coding puzzles with Rodocodo. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
This event is full
LEGO® Club
Tue, May 12, 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.
Artsy Toddler
Wed, May 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Alafaya - Back of Branch
Discover colors, textures, and materials through stories, songs, and creative art activities. Recommended for ages 18–36 months. Registration required.
iPad - Camera
Wed, May 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
Never miss out on capturing a memory with your iPad. Learn about the camera options and modes and how to use them to take amazing photos. Perform simple edits to clean up your images.
Be Safe Online
Wed, May 13, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
Learn safety tips and good practices when using the Internet. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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Fiber Arts Junior: Kumihimo Bracelets
Wed, May 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Alafaya - Back of Branch
Explore Kumihimo, the Japanese art of braiding unique cords. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Microsoft Word Level 2 - Proofing, Templates & Pictures
Wed, May 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
Explore Microsoft Word's proofing features like the spelling and grammar check. Use and modify Word templates with ease. Enhance your document by inserting and formatting pictures.
Open Lab - Ask A Tech for Seniors
Thu, May 14, 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.
Homeschool Junior: History I.M. Pei
Thu, May 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
Learning comes alive! Explore the world through crafts, experiments, and hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 6-12.
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Catch 'Em All Camp
Thu, May 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
You can be the very best Pokémon trainer in this three-part camp. Learn the rules and test your skill in battles with your fellow trainers! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
Registration is now closed
Preschool Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Fri, May 15, 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, May 15, 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, May 15, 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, May 15, 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 Excel - Data Management Level 1
Fri, May 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
Learn how to use advanced sort and filter options; apply data validation and other data tools to organize your data.
Catch 'Em All Camp
Fri, May 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
You can be the very best Pokémon trainer in this three-part camp. Learn the rules and test your skill in battles with your fellow trainers! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
Registration is now closed
Fiber Arts Meetup
Fri, May 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
Connect with other Central Florida fiber artists in person while sharing your creations and ideas! Recommended for ages 18 and up.
Social Worker @ the Library
Sat, May 16, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services.
Basic English 2
Sat, May 16, 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.
Family Fun: Ballet
Sat, May 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Alafaya - Back of Branch
Learn introductory and foundational movements and steps of ballet for any age. Recommended for families.
Chess Basics with lichess.org
Sat, May 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
Begin your journey to chess mastery. Learn the rules of the game and use the free website, lichess.org to play chess at any time. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.
English Conversation Hour
Sat, May 16, 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.
Family Fun: Summer Scrapbook
Sat, May 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
Get ready for summer by making a scrapbook as a family! Recommended for families. Registration required for each participant.
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Make a Stop Motion Movie
Sat, May 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
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.
LEGO® Education Spike Essentials: Great Adventures
Sun, May 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
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.
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LEGO® Education Spike Essentials: Great Adventures
Sun, May 17, 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.
This event is full
Social Worker @ the Library - By Appointment Only
Mon, May 18, 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.
Bingo for Seniors
Mon, May 18, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
Do you love Bingo? Come play with us! Meet new people, listen to music and play for your chance to win a fun prize! Recommended for seniors.
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Rescheduled
Anime Bingo
Mon, May 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
New date Tuesday, May 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Do you love anime? Celebrate your fandom by playing bingo with other fans while winning themed-prizes like manga, DVDs and more! Recommended for ages 6-12.
Preschool Artists: Henri Matisse
Tue, May 19, 11:00am - 11:40am
Alafaya - Back of Branch
Let your imagination and little hands run wild with color and textures to create a masterpiece inspired by artists throughout history! Recommended for ages 3–5. Registration required.
Microsoft Excel Level 3 - Functions & Automated Features
Tue, May 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow. Transfer data with ease using Excel's copy and paste features.
Code with Minecraft - Hero's Journey
Tue, May 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
Join Alex and Steve on a Minecraft Hero's Journey! Use code to program an agent to help Alex and Steve on their journey. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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LEGO® Club
Tue, May 19, 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.
This event is full
Anime Bingo
Tue, May 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Alafaya - Ask at Desk
Do you love anime? Celebrate your fandom by playing bingo with other fans while winning themed-prizes like manga, DVDs and more! Recommended for ages 6-12.
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