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Fiber Arts Junior: Finger Knitting Jewelry
2026-06-25 11:00:00 2026-06-25 12:00:00 America/New_York Fiber Arts Junior: Finger Knitting Jewelry Create trendy accessories with upcycled fabric and your fingers. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required. West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center - West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Thursday, June 25
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-25 11:00:00 2026-06-25 12:00:00 America/New_York Fiber Arts Junior: Finger Knitting Jewelry Create trendy accessories with upcycled fabric and your fingers. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required. West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center - West Oaks - Technology Classroom

West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Create trendy accessories with upcycled fabric and your fingers. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Students will: 

  • Learn how to knit with yarn and their fingers 
  • Measure yarn using rulers 
  • Create finger knit jewelry 

Required Skills:  

  • Fine motor control for actions such as writing and handling yarn or fabric 
  • Hand-eye coordination for actions such as stitching or weaving 
  • Basic cutting and threading skills 

*For their safety, children 10 and under must have a caregiver in the Library. You’re welcome to join your child in class if space allows, or wait just outside where you can see the classroom door. 

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Maker/DIY | Arts & Crafting |

TAGS: | summer-kids | fiberarts | bb-childrens-tech-classes |

West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center
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 1:00PM to 6:00PM
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About the branch

LYNX Bus Link 125 Silver Star Rd.
LYNX Bus Link 27 Ocoee / Winter Garden

West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center is located in the historic city of Ocoee near the intersection of Silver Star and Clark Roads. The branch opened in August 2001 and was designed by Harvard, Jolly, Clees, Toppe Architecture Firm. West Oaks Branch provides exceptional library services to the nearly 50,000 residents of Ocoee and surrounding areas. In January 2015, the branch became the new Genealogy Center for Orange County, housing a collection of over 30,000 genealogy books. The Library is the official repository of the Florida State Society Daughters of the American Revolution. The construction of West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center was funded by the Library System and a Florida Library Construction Grant.

Genealogy Resource Guide

Upcoming events

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Preschool Chef: Beach Day Jell-O Cups - Summer at Your Library
Thu, Jun 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Caregivers and little chefs will mix, measure, and create a tasty masterpiece together! Recommended for ages 3–5. Registration required.
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Fiber Arts Junior: Loom Bracelets
Thu, Jun 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Create colorful bracelets with cardboard looms and yarn. Learn how to measure and make your bracelet using Kumihimo weaving techniques. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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LEGO® Education Spike Essentials: Great Adventures
Thu, Jun 18, 12:15pm - 1:15pm
West Oaks - 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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Crochet in the Round - Beginner Level
Thu, Jun 18, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Add to your project possibilities by crocheting in the round! Create amigurumi, hats, bowls and more. Learn how to create circles with increase stitches and use stitch markers to track your work.
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Bingo for Seniors
Fri, Jun 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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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Teen Pause & Play
Fri, Jun 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Inviting all teen to play games, socialize, and enjoy a craft or two. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration recommended.
Altered Books
Sun, Jun 21, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Junk journal, scrapbook, diary? Bring your imagination and discover the possibilities of altered books with instructor Kathy Boyle. Recommended for adults. Registration required.
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Fiber Arts Junior: Beginner Crochet (6-12) - Beginner
Mon, Jun 22, 11:00am - 12:30pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Learn beginner crochet skills like how to hold your hook and yarn, and how to chain! Students will make custom wrap bracelets and necklaces in this class. Ages 6-12.
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Florida Natives With Central Florida Zoo - Summer at Your Library
Mon, Jun 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Meet some of the wonderful animals that share our state, including some you might see in your own backyard. Recommended for ages 6-12.
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Chess Basics with lichess.org
Mon, Jun 22, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
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 6-12. Registration required.
Chess Club
Mon, Jun 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Discover the game of chess while having fun and making friends. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration recommended.
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Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine
Mon, Jun 22, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
West Oaks - 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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Sewing - Hanging Basket - Intermediate Level
Tue, Jun 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Learn how to install a lining and create a hanger tab on a cute and functional basket!
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Preschool Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Tue, Jun 23, 10:15am - 10:40am
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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
Tue, Jun 23, 10:45am - 11:05am
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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
Tue, Jun 23, 11:15am - 11:30am
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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).
Family Play & Connect
Tue, Jun 23, 11:30am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community 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.
Tuesday Tree Time
Tue, Jun 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
West Oaks - Genealogy Area
Bring your questions, your clues, and your curiosity — every Tuesday, Lisa, our Genealogy Specialist, is here to help you grow your family tree!
LEGO® Digital Builds
Tue, Jun 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Create custom LEGO® builds on the computer with this easy-to-use free software. Print instructions or share your builds with friends online. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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Passport to Art: Poland
Tue, Jun 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Travel the world without leaving the library! Enjoy a short cultural presentation and create an inspired craft. For ages 18 & up. Registration required.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Wed, Jun 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
West Oaks - Back of Branch
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.
Snack Around the World: Poland
Wed, Jun 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Treat yourself to tasty snacks from a land far away! Each month we'll learn about a different culture and sample the yummiest snacks it has to offer. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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Masterpiece Junior: Paper Mache Jellyfish (Two Parts)
Wed, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Jellyfish move two centimeters per second, not quite as fast as paper mache dries! This is a two part program. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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Bubble Storytime
Thu, Jun 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Help your child develop gross-motor skills in this interactive bubble party. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5. Registration required.
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Fiber Arts Junior: Finger Knitting Jewelry
Thu, Jun 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Create trendy accessories with upcycled fabric and your fingers. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
This event is full
LEGO® Digital Builds
Thu, Jun 25, 12:15pm - 1:15pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Create custom LEGO® builds on the computer with this easy-to-use free software. Print instructions or share your builds with friends online. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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Masterpiece Junior: Paper Mache Jellyfish (Two Parts)
Thu, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Jellyfish move two centimeters per second, not quite as fast as paper mache dries! This is a two part program. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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Crochet Granny Squares - Confident Beginner Level
Thu, Jun 25, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Crochet a classic granny square. Granny squares are the foundation of many blankets, bags and sweaters. Learn how to crochet in circles and then use increase stitches to make a square.
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