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LEGO® Education Spike™ Essentials: Great Adventures
2026-05-09 10:30:00 2026-05-09 11:30:00 America/New_York LEGO® Education Spike™ Essentials: Great Adventures 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. Southwest Branch - Technology Classroom

Saturday, May 09
10:30am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2026-05-09 10:30:00 2026-05-09 11:30:00 America/New_York LEGO® Education Spike™ Essentials: Great Adventures 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. Southwest Branch - Technology Classroom

Southwest Branch

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.

    Students will:

    • Follow instructions to build project
    • Program the components
    • Bugfix, change, and improve the program

    Required Skills: 1st Grade Reading and Writing Level, Keyboard and Mouse Proficiency

    * For children’s safety and comfort, a responsible adult/caregiver must accompany children age 10 and under while using the library. Caregivers may join the class if space allows; otherwise, they must wait within view of the classroom door.   

    AGE GROUP: | Kids |

    EVENT TYPE: | Science & Math | Games & Activities | Coding & Robotics | Basic Tech Skills |

    TAGS: | whizkids | lego | bb-childrens-tech-classes |

    Southwest Branch
    Phone: 407-835-7323
    Hours
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    Mon, Apr 27 10:00AM to 7:00PM
    Tue, Apr 28 10:00AM to 7:00PM
    Wed, Apr 29 10:00AM to 7:00PM
    Thu, Apr 30 10:00AM to 7:00PM
    Fri, May 01 10:00AM to 6:00PM
    Sat, May 02 10:00AM to 6:00PM
    Sun, May 03 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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    Y Read: Book Read Aloud
    Sat, May 02, 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.
    Baby Storytime: Numbers
    Mon, May 04, 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, May 04, 11:30am - 12:00pm
    Connect with other caregivers while your babies wiggle, giggle, and explore early play together. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.
    Homeschool Junior: Money Science
    Mon, May 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    Learning comes alive! Explore the world through crafts, experiments, and hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 6-12.
    Crochet Slip Stitch Coasters (2-Part) - Beginner Level
    Tue, May 05, 10:15am - 12:00pm
    Technology Classroom
    Slip Stitch coasters are a quick way to use up scrap yarn and practice basic crochet skills.
    Preschool Storytime: Jungle Jamboree
    Tue, May 05, 11:00am - 11:45am
    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.
    Mindful Start Family Yoga
    Tue, May 05, 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.
    Fun with Circuitry Using Snap Circuits
    Tue, May 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
    Technology Classroom
    Build electronic models that solve real world problems. Learn how power, wires and output devices can be combined to construct circuits.
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    QuickBooks Level 1 - Introduction to QBO Environment
    Wed, May 06, 10:15am - 11:15am
    Technology Classroom
    Learn the basic features and explore the environment of QuickBooks Online. Get started in efficiently organizing your business finances.
    Toddler Storytime: ALOHA!
    Wed, May 06, 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, May 06, 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.
    QuickBooks Level 2 - Creating Business Records
    Wed, May 06, 11:30am - 12:30pm
    Technology Classroom
    Learn about simple transactions workflow and other quick tricks. Set up records for your vendors, customers and inventory.
    LEGO® Club
    Wed, May 06, 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.
    Family Fun: Storytime Crafts
    Thu, May 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Drop-in before or after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.
    How to Use the Mouse & Keyboard
    Thu, May 07, 10:15am - 11:15am
    Technology Classroom
    Learn how to use the mouse and keyboard to navigate within the computer's interface. Practice using these two devices with hands-on exercises and online resources.
    Preschool Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
    Thu, May 07, 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, May 07, 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, May 07, 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).
    Learn How to Type
    Thu, May 07, 11:30am - 12:30pm
    Technology Classroom
    Learn how to properly place your hands on the keyboard and enhance your typing skills by using the Web-based TypingMaster program.
    Teen Art Adventures: Paper Portraits
    Thu, May 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
    Southwest - Ask at Desk
    Explore the world of art, experiment with new techniques, and create a masterpiece of your own! Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.
    Microsoft 365 Basics
    Fri, May 08, 10:15am - 11:15am
    Technology Classroom
    Discover how you can use Microsoft's powerful productivity tools to connect and collaborate with your team. Learn how to access apps, store and share files.
    Florida Children's Museum - Mobile Museum Library Program - Sponsored by Orlando Health
    Fri, May 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm
    Southwest - Ask at Desk
    Drop in during this 90-minute timeframe to hear stories, explore art, use your senses and play through hands-on fun! Designed for preschoolers and their caregivers, with children under 3 also welcome.
    Improve Your Job Interview Skills - Job Seekers Series
    Fri, May 08, 11:30am - 12:30pm
    Technology Classroom
    Learn about the interview process and get tips that will help you to practice and prepare. Ages 18 & up. Registration required.
    Read Aloud Book Club
    Fri, May 08, 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™ Essentials: Great Adventures
    Sat, May 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
    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.
    Y Read: Book Read Aloud
    Sat, May 09, 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, May 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
    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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