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Baby to Five Storytime: 1, 2, 3

Enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes as a family while growing early literacy skills. Recommended for families.

This program is based on the nationally recognized initiative, Every Child Ready to Read, which helps caregivers and their little ones learn about the five early literacy skills: talking, singing, reading, writing, and playing.

AGE GROUP: | Families |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime |

TAGS: | bb-family |

Hiawassee Branch
Phone: 407-835/7323
Hours
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Mon, May 25 Closed
(Closed in observation of Memorial Day.)
Tue, May 26 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, May 27 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, May 28 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, May 29 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 30 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, May 31 Closed
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About the branch

LYNX Bus Link 37 Pine Hills / Florida Mall

Hiawassee Branch began as a bookmobile station in 1962 and was first known as the Pine Hills Library. In later moves the branch became the West Colonial branch and in March 2000, Hiawassee. In early 2010, the Hiawassee Branch moved to a new home near the corner of Hiawassee Road and West Colonial Drive in the Highland Lakes shopping plaza.

Upcoming events

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Microsoft Excel - Pivot Tables
Fri, May 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Dread analyzing data? Simplify the process and create meaningful reports using the powerful PivotTable tools. Learn how to create and customize PivotTables and PivotCharts using Microsoft Excel.
Writing Clearly Intermediate
Fri, May 29, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Writing Clearly Intermediate is a class that focuses on grammar for complex ideas, including sentence structures, paragraph, and essay writing.
Adult Craft & Chat: Tiny Library Tins
Sat, May 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Create a charming mini library inside a tiny tin! Relax, craft, and celebrate your love of books. Recommended for ages 18 and up. Registration required. 
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Baby to Five Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Mon, Jun 01, 10:15am - 10:45am
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Through movement, songs, rhymes, and storytelling, children (ages 0-5) build early literacy, language, and motor skills while preparing for reading, writing, and discovering the joy of books.
Family Play & Connect
Mon, Jun 01, 10:45am - 11:45am
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little ones, ages 0-5, explore imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for families.
Introduction to Computers
Mon, Jun 01, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Take your first steps into the world of computing. Discover the essential parts of and types of computers, as well as the basics of using a computer for the first time.
Summer BreakSpot - OCPS Mobile Lunch
Mon, Jun 01, 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
This summer, Orange County Public Schools Food & Nutrition Services is touring your city to offer meals at no charge to children and young adults 18 and under.
Decoupage Shell Ornaments - Summer at Your Library
Mon, Jun 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hiawassee - Craft Studio
Learn the art of decoupage while transforming natural seashells into beautiful, one-of-a-kind ornaments. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
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English Conversation Hour
Mon, Jun 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.
Social Worker @ the Library - By Appointment Only
Tue, Jun 02, 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.
Adult Basic Education - Improve Reading and Writing Skills
Tue, Jun 02, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Improve reading/writing skills, vocabulary, and comprehension for English speaking adults who are beginning-intermediate level emerging readers. Class focuses primarily on reading & writing skills. 
Easy Eats for Seniors: Gazpacho - Summer at Your Library
Tue, Jun 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Craft Studio
Learn to whip up delicious dishes with ease, making mealtime stress free and enjoyable with this short series. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
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Summer BreakSpot - OCPS Mobile Lunch
Tue, Jun 02, 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
This summer, Orange County Public Schools Food & Nutrition Services is touring your city to offer meals at no charge to children and young adults 18 and under.
Cuisine Corner Junior: Key Lime Pie in a Cup - America’s 250th Anniversary
Tue, Jun 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Junior chefs will follow a recipe and demonstration to whip up something delicious! Recommended for ages 6–12. Registration required.
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Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1
Tue, Jun 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Identify the basic features and tools to get you started. Learn how to create a presentation by using templates, text, and picture files.
Microsoft Excel Level 1 - Creating Spreadsheets
Tue, Jun 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas. Save your data and learn how to share workbooks with collaborators.
Amazing Animals - Summer at Your Library
Wed, Jun 03, 10:30am - 11:15am
Hiawassee - Ask at Desk
Dive in and meet rare, threatened and endangered species. Learn about interesting animals that can be found throughout different lands and animal conservation. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Summer BreakSpot - OCPS Mobile Lunch
Wed, Jun 03, 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
This summer, Orange County Public Schools Food & Nutrition Services is touring your city to offer meals at no charge to children and young adults 18 and under.
Improve Your Job Interview Skills - Job Seekers Series
Wed, Jun 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Learn about the interview process and get tips that will help you to practice and prepare. Ages 18 & up. Registration required.
Entwodiksyon nan Odinatè (kreyol)
Wed, Jun 03, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Fè premye pa w nan mond enfòmatik la. Dekouvri pati esansyèl ak kalite òdinatè yo, ansanm ak prensip debaz yo pou itilize yon òdinatè pou premye fwa.
Masterpiece Junior: Let's Watercolor - Summer at Your Library
Wed, Jun 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hiawassee - Craft Studio
Discover the world of art! Together, we'll learn something new, get inspired, and create a masterpiece. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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English Reading Session
Wed, Jun 03, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Reading and Comprehension: Students will read and try to understand what they read, also they will learn the meaning of words they don't recognize in the text
Citizenship Inspired
Thu, Jun 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Craft Studio
During this program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview.
Summer BreakSpot - OCPS Mobile Lunch
Thu, Jun 04, 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
This summer, Orange County Public Schools Food & Nutrition Services is touring your city to offer meals at no charge to children and young adults 18 and under.
Fiber Arts Junior: Shell Bag - Summer At Your Library
Thu, Jun 04, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Hiawassee - Craft Studio
Learn how to sew a small bag, perfect for collecting shells on the beach! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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Fondasyon Òdinatè Nivo 1 - Kòmanse avèk Windows (kreyol)
Fri, Jun 05, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Aprann kijan pou itilize òdinatè. Aprann kijan pou navige sou biwo òdinatè a epi kijan pou aplike plizyè teknik pou manipile fenèt yo lè w sèvi ak teknik debaz sourit ak klavye.
Summer BreakSpot - OCPS Mobile Lunch
Fri, Jun 05, 12:15pm - 12:45pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
This summer, Orange County Public Schools Food & Nutrition Services is touring your city to offer meals at no charge to children and young adults 18 and under.
Writing Clearly Intermediate
Fri, Jun 05, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Writing Clearly Intermediate is a class that focuses on grammar for complex ideas, including sentence structures, paragraph, and essay writing.
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