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Zoo Mom Science

Summer at Your Library
2026-06-23 10:30:00 2026-06-23 11:30:00 America/New_York Zoo Mom Science Meet animal ambassadors such as alligators, lizards, tree frogs, creepy bugs and slithering snakes. Learn about animals in this unique and exciting program. Recommended for ages 6-12. Southwest Branch - Southwest - Ask at Desk

Tuesday, June 23
10:30am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2026-06-23 10:30:00 2026-06-23 11:30:00 America/New_York Zoo Mom Science Meet animal ambassadors such as alligators, lizards, tree frogs, creepy bugs and slithering snakes. Learn about animals in this unique and exciting program. Recommended for ages 6-12. Southwest Branch - Southwest - Ask at Desk

Southwest Branch

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Meet animal ambassadors such as alligators, lizards, tree frogs, creepy bugs and slithering snakes. Learn about animals in this unique and exciting program. Recommended for ages 6-12.

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Music - Movies - Live Performances | Animals & Pets |

TAGS: | summer-promo | summer-kids | ipevents | bb-childrens |

Southwest Branch
Phone: 407-835-7323
Hours
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Mon, Jun 15 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jun 16 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jun 17 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jun 18 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jun 19 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 20 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jun 21 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 Camp (3-Part) (Ages 13-18) - Plush Bunny
Tue, Jun 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Technology Classroom
Starting crocheting today! Learn the basics of crochet from chaining to finishing your first project - a cute stuffed bunny.
Registration is now closed
Atlantic Coast Theatre: The Tortoise and Hare...The Musical - Summer at Your Library
Tue, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Aesop's fable is given a fun, updated twist in this marvelous musical performance. Bunni Hare wins every race, so how will Thomas Tortoise be able to compete? Recommended for ages 6-12.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Tue, Jun 16, 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.
Make Custom Paper Airplanes
Tue, Jun 16, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Technology Classroom
Design your own paper airplane with graphics and text using Microsoft Publisher. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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Crochet Camp (3-Part) (Ages 13-18) - Plush Bunny
Wed, Jun 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Technology Classroom
Starting crocheting today! Learn the basics of crochet from chaining to finishing your first project - a cute stuffed bunny.
Registration is now closed
Toddler Storytime: Ocean Friends - Summer at Your Library
Wed, Jun 17, 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, Jun 17, 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.
Design Characters using Tynker
Wed, Jun 17, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Technology Classroom
Design characters, items, blocks and mobs for Minecraft using Tynker. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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LEGO® Club
Wed, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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.
Storytime Crafts
Thu, Jun 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.
Preschool Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Thu, Jun 18, 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, Jun 18, 11:00am - 11:20am
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, Jun 18, 11:30am - 11:45am
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).
Be Safe Online
Thu, Jun 18, 12:15pm - 1:15pm
Technology Classroom
Learn safety tips and good practices when using the Internet. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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Comedic Science Show: The Carbon Conundrum - Summer at Your Library
Fri, Jun 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Join Professor Universe on his greatest adventure yet as he embarks on a mission to save the entire planet with a little help from the carbon cycle. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Teen Fiber Arts: Needlepoint Bookmarks - Summer at Your Library
Fri, Jun 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Technology Classroom
Learn the basics of needlepoint, a type of embroidery, as you craft your own bookmark. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.
Read Aloud Book Club
Fri, Jun 19, 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. Ages 18 and up.
LEGO® Education Spike Prime: Science & Engineering
Sat, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Technology Classroom
Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Prime. Apply STEAM concepts and the engineering design process with hands-on learning. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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Puzzle Swap
Sat, Jun 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Finished with an old puzzle and looking for something new? Stop by and swap an old puzzle for a new-to-you one. Please bring at least one complete puzzle for adults.
Y Read: Book Read Aloud
Sat, Jun 20, 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. Ages 18 and up.
Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine
Sat, Jun 20, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
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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Paper Possibilities: Camp (Ages 13-18) - (3-Day)
Mon, Jun 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Technology Classroom
Learn how to create various book and paper structures such as origami , bound books, thread and gift boxes.
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Baby Storytime: Summer - Summer at Your Library
Mon, Jun 22, 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, Jun 22, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Connect with other caregivers while your babies wiggle, giggle, and explore early play together. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.
Fiber Arts Junior: Friendship Bracelets - Summer at Your Library
Mon, Jun 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Learn to weave your own friendship bracelet! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required. 
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LEGO® Education Spike Prime: Science & Engineering
Mon, Jun 22, 2:15pm - 3:15pm
Technology Classroom
Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Prime. Apply STEAM concepts and the engineering design process with hands-on learning. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
This event is full
Zoo Mom Science - Summer at Your Library
Tue, Jun 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Meet animal ambassadors such as alligators, lizards, tree frogs, creepy bugs and slithering snakes. Learn about animals in this unique and exciting program. Recommended for ages 6-12.
This event is full
Paper Possibilities: Camp (Ages 13-18) - (3-Day)
Tue, Jun 23, 10:30am - 11:45am
Technology Classroom
Learn how to create various book and paper structures such as origami , bound books, thread and gift boxes.
This event is full
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Tue, Jun 23, 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.
Create with Canva: Bookmark Mania! - Summer at Your Library
Tue, Jun 23, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Technology Classroom
Create your own bookmarks with the online graphic design tool Canva! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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Chess Club
Tue, Jun 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Discover the game of chess while having fun and making friends. Recommended for ages 6-12.
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