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DIY Cross Stitch Library Bag

Summer at Your Library
2026-07-13 16:00:00 2026-07-13 17:30:00 America/New_York DIY Cross Stitch Library Bag Both new and experienced cross stitchers alike will use waste canvas to cross stitch a book design onto a tote bag to create their own library book bag. Recommended 18 and up. Registration required. Hiawassee Branch - Hiawassee - Craft Studio

Monday, July 13
4:00pm - 5:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-07-13 16:00:00 2026-07-13 17:30:00 America/New_York DIY Cross Stitch Library Bag Both new and experienced cross stitchers alike will use waste canvas to cross stitch a book design onto a tote bag to create their own library book bag. Recommended 18 and up. Registration required. Hiawassee Branch - Hiawassee - Craft Studio

Hiawassee Branch

Hiawassee - Craft Studio

Both new and experienced cross stitchers alike will use waste canvas to cross stitch a book design onto a tote bag to create their own library book bag. Recommended 18 and up. Registration required.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Arts & Crafting |

TAGS: | summer-adults | bb-summer-adults |

Hiawassee Branch
Phone: 407-835/7323
Hours
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Mon, Jul 06 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jul 07 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jul 08 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jul 09 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jul 10 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 11 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jul 12 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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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.
Social Worker @ the Library - By Appointment Only
Tue, Jul 07, All day
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.
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Social Worker @ the Library - By Appointment Only
Tue, Jul 07, 10:00am - 5:00pm
New date Tuesday, July 07, All day
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
Hiawassee - Craft Studio
Explore the world of art, experiment with new techniques, and create a masterpiece of your own! Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.
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
Hiawassee - Ask at Desk
The Wizard of Oz will see you now! Pay close attention to the man behind the curtain as he unveils sensational stories, secrets and sleight of hand from over the rainbow. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Summer BreakSpot - OCPS Mobile Lunch
Wed, Jul 08, 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.
Fondasyon Òdinatè Nivo 2 - Kreye ak Sere Fichye (kreyol)
Wed, Jul 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
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.
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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.
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Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine
Thu, Jul 09, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
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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Preschool Storytime: F is for Florida - Summer at Your Library
Fri, Jul 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Preschoolers will delight in interactive stories, songs, and rhymes that inspire a love of reading and build early literacy skills. Recommended for ages 3–5.
Microsoft Excel Level 2 - Finalizing & Securing Spreadsheets
Fri, Jul 10, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Customize and organize worksheets with sheet names, color coding, headers, themes, and more. Protect your worksheets with a password and learn how to print your data.
Summer BreakSpot - OCPS Mobile Lunch
Fri, Jul 10, 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.
Microsoft Excel Level 3 - Functions & Automated Features
Fri, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hiawassee - Training Lab
Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow. Transfer data with ease using Excel's copy and paste features.
Writing Clearly Intermediate
Fri, Jul 10, 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.
Teen Volunteering: Clementine Chronicles - Content Creation
Sat, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
Earn community service hours by creating content for Hiawassee Branch's teen literary and creative arts magazine. Registration required. Ages 13-18.
Baby to Five Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Mon, Jul 13, 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 13, 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.
Summer BreakSpot - OCPS Mobile Lunch
Mon, Jul 13, 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.
DIY Cross Stitch Library Bag - Summer at Your Library
Mon, Jul 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Hiawassee - Craft Studio
Both new and experienced cross stitchers alike will use waste canvas to cross stitch a book design onto a tote bag to create their own library book bag. Recommended 18 and up. Registration required.
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