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LEGO® Education Spike™ Essentials: Amusement Parks

Summer at Your Library
2026-07-24 11:45:00 2026-07-24 12:45:00 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. Southwest Branch - Technology Classroom

Friday, July 24
11:45am - 12:45pm

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Southwest Branch

Technology Classroom

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 |

    Southwest Branch
    Phone: 407-835-7323
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    Mon, Aug 10 10:00AM to 7:00PM
    Tue, Aug 11 10:00AM to 7:00PM
    Wed, Aug 12 10:00AM to 7:00PM
    Thu, Aug 13 10:00AM to 7:00PM
    Fri, Aug 14 10:00AM to 6:00PM
    Sat, Aug 15 10:00AM to 6:00PM
    Sun, Aug 16 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, Aug 15, 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.
    Podcast Listening Club: Famous Feuds
    Mon, Aug 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
    Conference Room
    Playlist episodes take a look at Famous Feuds by diving into some of history's most notorious rivalries and what really fuels them. Registration required. Ages 18 and up.
    Microsoft Excel - Data Management Level 1
    Wed, Aug 19, 10:15am - 11:15am
    Technology Classroom
    Learn how to use advanced sort and filter options; apply data validation and other data tools to organize your data.
    Microsoft Excel - Data Management Level 2
    Wed, Aug 19, 11:30am - 12:30pm
    Technology Classroom
    Learn how to apply data subtotals, outlines, data consolidation and conditional formatting to organize your data.
    Sewing Open Lab
    Wed, Aug 19, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
    Technology Classroom
    Come and sew at the Southwest Branch Library and bring your sewing projects. Tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own materials. Machine sewing skills are required.
    Storytime Crafts
    Thu, Aug 20, 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.
    Preschool Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
    Thu, Aug 20, 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, Aug 20, 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, Aug 20, 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).
    Build Your Computer Mouse Skill - Senior Skills
    Thu, Aug 20, 1:15pm - 2:15pm
    Technology Classroom
    Become a confident and comfortable mouse user! Learn technique so you can navigate your computer. Practice using the mouse with hands-on exercises and online resources.
    STEAM Junior: Tabletop Coding
    Thu, Aug 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
    Junior scientists will explore STEAM concepts to expand their minds and explore the world around them. Recommended for ages 6-12.
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    Hand Sewing Basics
    Fri, Aug 21, 10:30am - 11:45am
    Technology Classroom
    Basic hand sewing skills are essential skills needed in everyday life. Learn the basic techniques to get started, including how to make a quilter's knot, thread a needle and sew a running stitch.
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    iPad - Basics for Seniors
    Fri, Aug 21, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
    Technology Classroom
    Get up and running with your new iPad. Learn how to navigate an iPad using gestures, install and organize apps, modify general, privacy, security settings and more.
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    Read Aloud Book Club
    Fri, Aug 21, 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.
    Hearts of Gold Therapy Dogs
    Sat, Aug 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
    Children's Area
    Children can improve their literacy skills by reading to a therapy dog with Golden Retriever Rescue of Mid-Florida. Practice with a furry friend and build your confidence. Recommended for ages 6-12.
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    Line Dancing for Fun and Fitness
    Sat, Aug 22, 10:30am - 11:45am
    Learn line dance steps to all types of music. Discover a fun way to exercise your body and mind. Ages 18 and up. Registration required.
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    Macramé Feather Earrings - Confident Beginner Level
    Sat, Aug 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm
    Technology Classroom
    Use half-square knots to "macra-make" some cute earrings. Recommended for adults.
    Y Read: Book Read Aloud
    Sat, Aug 22, 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, Aug 22, 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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