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Design Characters using Tynker

2026-07-01 10:30:00 2026-07-01 11:30:00 America/New_York Design Characters using Tynker Design characters, items, blocks and mobs for Minecraft using Tynker. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required. Southwest Branch - Technology Classroom

Wednesday, July 01
10:30am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2026-07-01 10:30:00 2026-07-01 11:30:00 America/New_York Design Characters using Tynker Design characters, items, blocks and mobs for Minecraft using Tynker. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required. Southwest Branch - Technology Classroom

Southwest Branch

Technology Classroom

Design characters, items, blocks and mobs for Minecraft using Tynker. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Students will: 

  • Explore the Tynker Minecraft skin editor 
  • Change the color and texture of skins 
  • Design 2D and 3D Characters and Items 

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: | Game Design & Virtual Reality |

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

Southwest Branch
Phone: 407-835-7323
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Mon, Jun 22 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jun 23 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jun 24 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jun 25 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jun 26 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 27 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jun 28 Closed
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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.

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Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.
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Toddler Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
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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.
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