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Historical Girls Book Club: Meet Felicity

America’s 250th Anniversary
2026-07-07 16:30:00 2026-07-07 17:30:00 America/New_York Historical Girls Book Club: Meet Felicity Explore a period of time through the eyes of a girl from history with crafts, activities and discussion. Learn more about the 1770's and the book Meet Felicity: an American Girl. For ages 6-12. Southwest Branch -

Tuesday, July 07
4:30pm - 5:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-07-07 16:30:00 2026-07-07 17:30:00 America/New_York Historical Girls Book Club: Meet Felicity Explore a period of time through the eyes of a girl from history with crafts, activities and discussion. Learn more about the 1770's and the book Meet Felicity: an American Girl. For ages 6-12. Southwest Branch -

Explore a period of time through the eyes of a girl from history with crafts, activities and discussion. Learn more about the 1770's and the book Meet Felicity: an American Girl. For ages 6-12.

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | History - Culture - Genealogy | Authors - Books - Writing |

TAGS: | bb-bookclubs | America250 |

Southwest Branch
Phone: 407-835-7323
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Mon, Jun 29 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jun 30 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jul 01 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jul 02 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jul 03 Closed
(Closed in observation of Independence Day.)
Sat, Jul 04 Closed
(Closed in observation of Independence Day.)
Sun, Jul 05 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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Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns - Hydrangea - Beginner Level
Tue, Jun 30, 10:15am - 12:15pm
Technology Classroom
Learn sashiko hand sewing techniques that form geometric patterns from simple running stitches. Create beautiful designs layer-by-layer while learning to mark and sew these geometric designs.
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Patty Shukla's Super Music & Movement - Summer at Your Library
Tue, Jun 30, 10:30am - 11:15am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Move and shake along with award-winning performer and YouTube sensation, Miss Patty! Stand up and dance to fun, engaging, and original education-based songs. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Tue, Jun 30, 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.
LEGO® Education Spike Essentials: Great Adventures
Tue, Jun 30, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Technology Classroom
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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Design Characters using Tynker
Wed, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Technology Classroom
Design characters, items, blocks and mobs for Minecraft using Tynker. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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Toddler Storytime: A Perfect Picnic - Summer at Your Library
Wed, Jul 01, 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, Jul 01, 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.
Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine
Wed, Jul 01, 12:45pm - 2:45pm
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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LEGO® Club
Wed, Jul 01, 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, Jul 02, 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, Jul 02, 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, Jul 02, 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, Jul 02, 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).
Create a Sign for Your Room
Thu, Jul 02, 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Technology Classroom
Design a personalized sign for your room! Learn how to properly use the mouse to drag and drop pictures and the keyboard to type in Microsoft Word. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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Baby Storytime: Nature - Summer at Your Library
Mon, Jul 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Build baby’s first literacy skills with songs, rhymes and stories. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.
Make a Stop Motion Movie
Mon, Jul 06, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Technology Classroom
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.
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Baby Play & Connect
Mon, Jul 06, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Connect with other caregivers while your babies wiggle, giggle, and explore early play together. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.
STEAM Junior: Shell Seekers - Summer at Your Library
Mon, Jul 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Junior scientists will explore STEAM concepts to expand their minds and explore the world around them. Recommended for ages 6-12.
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LEGO® Education Spike™ Essentials: Carnival Games - Summer at Your Library
Mon, Jul 06, 2:15pm - 3:15pm
Technology Classroom
Construct, play and improve carnival games with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essentials. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required. 
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Spheres Bubble Show - Summer at Your Library
Tue, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Spheres Bubble Show is a comedic and mysterious fusion of art, science and magic, presented by master bubble performer and 4x Guinness World Record holder Blaise Ryndes! Recommended for ages 6-12.
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Fiber Arts Junior: Finger Knit a Snake - Summer at Your Library
Tue, Jul 07, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Technology Classroom
Untangle the mysteries of finger knitting and create a toy using yarn and your fingers. Recommended for kids ages 6-12. Registration required.
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Mindful Start Family Yoga
Tue, Jul 07, 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 a Stop Motion Movie
Tue, Jul 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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.
This event is full
Historical Girls Book Club: Meet Felicity - America’s 250th Anniversary
Tue, Jul 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Explore a period of time through the eyes of a girl from history with crafts, activities and discussion. Learn more about the 1770's and the book Meet Felicity: an American Girl. For ages 6-12.
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