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LEGO® Education Spike Essentials: Great Adventures
2026-05-17 13:30:00 2026-05-17 14:30:00 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

Sunday, May 17
1:30pm - 2:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-05-17 13:30:00 2026-05-17 14:30:00 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, May 04 10:00AM to 7:00PM
    Tue, May 05 10:00AM to 7:00PM
    Wed, May 06 10:00AM to 7:00PM
    Thu, May 07 10:00AM to 7:00PM
    Fri, May 08 10:00AM to 6:00PM
    Sat, May 09 10:00AM to 6:00PM
    Sun, May 10 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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    LEGO® Education Spike Essentials: Great Adventures
    Sun, May 10, 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.
    This event is full
    Line Dancing - Heart Heathy
    Sun, May 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
    Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
    Learn to line dance! We will learn steps, dance terms and how to stylize your dance to different kinds of music. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
    LEGO® Education Spike Essentials: Great Adventures
    Sun, May 10, 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 11, 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.
    Baby Storytime: Numbers
    Mon, May 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
    Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
    Build baby’s first literacy skills with songs, rhymes and stories. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.
    Cancelled
    Computer Basics Level 2 - Creating & Saving Files
    Mon, May 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
    Get your computer skills racing. Learn how to create, rename, delete, and organize files and folders on your computer.
    Cancelled
    Art with Microsoft Paint - Senior Skills
    Mon, May 11, 11:45am - 12:45pm
    Unleash your creativity with Microsoft Paint. Dive into the colorful world of digital art. Learn how to bring your ideas to life using simple tools, bold colors, and cool techniques.
    Cancelled
    Make Custom Paper Airplanes
    Mon, May 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
    Design your own paper airplane with graphics and text using Microsoft Publisher. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
    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.
    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.
    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.
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    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.
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    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.
    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.
    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
    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.
    This event is full
    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
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