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LEGO® Education Spike™ Essentials: Amusement Parks

Summer at Your Library
2026-07-09 14:00:00 2026-07-09 15:30:00 America/New_York LEGO® Education Spike™ Essentials: Amusement Parks Engineer an amusement park with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essentials. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required. Hiawassee Branch - Hiawassee - Craft Studio

Thursday, July 09
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-07-09 14:00:00 2026-07-09 15:30:00 America/New_York LEGO® Education Spike™ Essentials: Amusement Parks Engineer an amusement park with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essentials. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required. Hiawassee Branch - Hiawassee - Craft Studio

Hiawassee Branch

Hiawassee - Craft Studio

Engineer an amusement park with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essentials. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

    Students will:

    • Follow instructions to build rides   
    • Program the components to bring the rides to life  
    • Test and improve the rides 

    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 | summer-kids | lego | bb-childrens-tech-classes |

    Hiawassee 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

    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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    Citizenship Inspired
    Thu, Jul 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
    Hiawassee - Craft Studio
    During this program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview.
    Open Lab - Ask A Tech
    Thu, Jul 02, 11:30am - 12:30pm
    Hiawassee - Training 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.
    Summer BreakSpot - OCPS Mobile Lunch
    Thu, Jul 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.
    Masterpiece Junior: Let's Watercolor - Summer at Your Library
    Thu, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
    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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    Microsoft Excel Level 1 - Creating Spreadsheets
    Thu, Jul 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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    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.
    American Flag Craft - America’s 250th Anniversary
    Thu, Jul 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
    Hiawassee - Craft Studio
    Wave our flag as we celebrate America's 250th birthday. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
    Baby to Five Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
    Mon, Jul 06, 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, Jul 06, 10:45am - 11:30am
    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, Jul 06, 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, Jul 06, 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.
    Open Lab - Ask A Tech
    Mon, Jul 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
    Hiawassee - Training 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.
    Read and Relax: Storytime for Adults - Summer at Your Library
    Mon, Jul 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
    Hiawassee - Meeting Room
    Unwind with a cozy storytime just for adults. Listen to short stories, share thoughts in a relaxed discussion, and enjoy a simple, themed craft. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
    English Conversation Hour
    Mon, Jul 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
    Hiawassee - Training Lab
    A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.
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    Social Worker @ the Library - By Appointment Only
    Tue, Jul 07, 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.
    DIY Photo Frames For Seniors - Summer at Your Library
    Tue, Jul 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
    Hiawassee - Craft Studio
    Get creative as you decorate your own photo frame using a variety of fun craft materials. Create a personalized keepsake to take home. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
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    Summer BreakSpot - OCPS Mobile Lunch
    Tue, Jul 07, 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: Watermelon Weaving - Summer at Your Library
    Tue, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
    Hiawassee - Meeting Room
    Learn simple weaving techniques and create your own woven watermelon! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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    Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1
    Tue, Jul 07, 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.
    Teen Art Adventures: Florida Wildlife Painting - Summer at Your Library
    Tue, Jul 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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    Fondasyon Òdinatè Nivo 1 - Kòmanse avèk Windows (kreyol)
    Tue, Jul 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
    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.
    The Magic of Oz With the Wonderful Wizard - Summer at Your Library
    Wed, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
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    Summer BreakSpot - OCPS Mobile Lunch
    Wed, Jul 08, 12:15pm - 12:45pm
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    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.
    Fondasyon Òdinatè Nivo 2 - Kreye ak Sere Fichye (kreyol)
    Wed, Jul 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
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    Vin pi byen metrize konpetans ou nan domèn òdinatè. Aprann kijan pou kreye, chanje non, efase, epi òganize fichye ak dosye sou òdinatè w la.
    Family Fun: Rock Painting - Summer at Your Library
    Wed, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
    Hiawassee - Meeting Room
    Paint a kindness rock with a positive message. Keep it or hide it for someone else to find. Recommended for families. Registration required.
    English Reading Session
    Wed, Jul 08, 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, Jul 09, 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, Jul 09, 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.
    LEGO® Education Spike™ Essentials: Amusement Parks - Summer at Your Library
    Thu, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
    Hiawassee - Craft Studio
    Engineer an amusement park with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essentials. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
    This event is full
    Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine
    Thu, Jul 09, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
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    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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