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Afro-Caribbean Migration to Florida

America’s 250th Anniversary
2026-07-25 13:30:00 2026-07-25 14:30:00 America/New_York Afro-Caribbean Migration to Florida Discover the historical connections between Florida and Afro-Caribbean peoples, dating back to Ponce de León's arrival on Florida's shores. Hiawassee Branch - Hiawassee - Craft Studio

Saturday, July 25
1:30pm - 2:30pm

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Hiawassee Branch

Hiawassee - Craft Studio

Discover the historical connections between Florida and Afro-Caribbean peoples, dating back to Ponce de León's arrival on Florida's shores.

This lecture explores the history, unique characteristics, and settlement patterns of Afro-Caribbean peoples in Florida from the Spanish colonization period to the present day.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Education & Learning |

TAGS: | ipevents | history | bb-general-events | America250 |

Hiawassee Branch
Phone: 407-835/7323
Hours
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Mon, Jul 13 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jul 14 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jul 15 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jul 16 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jul 17 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 18 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jul 19 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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Teen Volunteering
Sat, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
High school students will earn two hours of community service by completing volunteer tasks at the library. Recommended for ages 13-18.
This event is full
Baby to Five Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Mon, Jul 20, 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 20, 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.
Felt Lily Pad Tote - Summer at Your Library
Mon, Jul 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hiawassee - Craft Studio
Cut, layer, and glue felt water lily pieces to create a charming accessory you’ll love to carry! Ages 18 and up. Registration required.
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Social Worker @ the Library - By Appointment Only
Tue, Jul 21, 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.
Coastal Cookie Creations For Seniors - Summer at Your Library
Tue, Jul 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Craft Studio
Bring a taste of the beach to the library! Decorate cookies to look like beautiful beach scenes using colorful icing and sweet toppings. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
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LEGO® Education Spike™ Essentials: Amusement Parks - Summer at Your Library
Tue, Jul 21, 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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Youth End of Summer Celebration - Summer at Your Library
Wed, Jul 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Ask at Desk
Have you completed the summer challenge to read for 30 days? At the End of Summer Celebration, enjoy a frozen treat and fun activities! Ages 0-18.
Citizenship Inspired
Thu, Jul 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Craft Studio
During this program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview.
LEGO® Club
Thu, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
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.
Toddler Storytime: Ocean Friends - Summer at Your Library
Fri, Jul 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
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 - Summer at Your Library
Fri, Jul 24, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Hiawassee - Meeting Room
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.
District 10 Office Hours - Representative Frost
Fri, Jul 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hiawassee - Ask at Desk
An opportunity for legislative teams to meet directly with constituents to assist with general questions or concerns.
Cancelled
Writing Clearly Intermediate
Fri, Jul 24, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Writing Clearly Intermediate is a class that focuses on grammar for complex ideas, including sentence structures, paragraph, and essay writing.
Afro-Caribbean Migration to Florida - America’s 250th Anniversary
Sat, Jul 25, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Hiawassee - Craft Studio
Discover the historical connections between Florida and Afro-Caribbean peoples, dating back to Ponce de León's arrival on Florida's shores.
Fidget Bracelet - Summer at Your Library
Sat, Jul 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hiawassee - Craft Studio
Celebrate Disability Pride Month and make your very own fidget bracelet. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
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