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Make Pop-Up Cards
2026-06-05 11:45:00 2026-06-05 12:45:00 America/New_York Make Pop-Up Cards Design your own pop-up cards. Discover the world of paper engineering while you cut, fold and decorate cool cards. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required. Southwest Branch - Technology Classroom

Friday, June 05
11:45am - 12:45pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-05 11:45:00 2026-06-05 12:45:00 America/New_York Make Pop-Up Cards Design your own pop-up cards. Discover the world of paper engineering while you cut, fold and decorate cool cards. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required. Southwest Branch - Technology Classroom

Southwest Branch

Technology Classroom

Design your own pop-up cards. Discover the world of paper engineering while you cut, fold and decorate cool cards. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Students will: 

  • Learn paper folding terminology
  • Fold and cut a card with a pop-up feature
  • Decorate the card with crayons and markers

Required Skills:  

  • Fine motor control for actions such as writing and handling yarn or fabric 
  • Hand-eye coordination for actions such as stitching or weaving 
  • Basic cutting and threading skills 

*For their safety, children 10 and under must have a caregiver in the Library. You’re welcome to join your child in class if space allows or wait just outside where you can see the classroom door. 

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Maker/DIY | Arts & Crafting |

TAGS: | fiberarts | bb-ages-6-12 |

Southwest Branch
Phone: 407-835-7323
Hours
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Mon, May 25 Closed
(Closed in observation of Memorial Day.)
Tue, May 26 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, May 27 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, May 28 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, May 29 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 30 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, May 31 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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Computer Basics - Senior Skills
Fri, May 29, 10:15am - 11:15am
Technology Classroom
Get started by learning how to navigate your computer. Access common applications including word processors and web browsers.
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Computer Basics Level 2 - Creating & Saving Files
Fri, May 29, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Technology Classroom
Get your computer skills racing. Learn how to create, rename, delete, and organize files and folders on your computer.
Read Aloud Book Club - The Odyssey (starting May 22)
Fri, May 29, 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.
Y Read: Book Read Aloud
Sat, May 30, 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: Summer - Summer at Your Library
Mon, Jun 01, 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, Jun 01, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Connect with other caregivers while your babies wiggle, giggle, and explore early play together. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.
STEAM Junior: Sharks - Summer at Your Library
Mon, Jun 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
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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The Moogician Cow-Medy Show - Summer at Your Library
Tue, Jun 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Milk is magical, cheese is juggle-able and cows are cool! Join the Moogician for a magic, juggling, banjo-playing and comedy act that celebrates dairy and dairy farming. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Tue, Jun 02, 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.
Teen Fiber Arts: Macramé Feather Earrings - Summer at Your Library
Wed, Jun 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Technology Classroom
Create stylish macrame feather earrings with this beginner’s macrame project! Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.
Toddler Storytime: Beach Buddies - Summer at Your Library
Wed, Jun 03, 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, Jun 03, 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.
Fiber Arts Junior: Macramé Keychain - Summer at Your Library
Wed, Jun 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Technology Classroom
Learn the foundation knots needed in macramé projects while creating your very own keychain! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
LEGO® Club
Wed, Jun 03, 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.
Storytime Crafts
Thu, Jun 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in before and 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, Jun 04, 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, Jun 04, 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, Jun 04, 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).
Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine
Thu, Jun 04, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
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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Making Beats With DJ City Beat - Summer at Your Library
Thu, Jun 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Do you love music and want to learn what it takes to be a DJ? Join DJ City Beat in learning how to mix your own beats and get information on the industry from an insider. Recommended for ages 13-18.
Comedy Maks' Variety Show - Summer at Your Library
Fri, Jun 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
There's something for everyone in this high-energy variety show. Your kids will be dazzled with juggling, magic, plate spinning and more! Recommended for ages 6-12.
Make Pop-Up Cards
Fri, Jun 05, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Technology Classroom
Design your own pop-up cards. Discover the world of paper engineering while you cut, fold and decorate cool cards. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
Read Aloud Book Club
Fri, Jun 05, 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.
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