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Historical Girls Book Club: Meet Josefina
2026-09-01 16:30:00 2026-09-01 17:30:00 America/New_York Historical Girls Book Club: Meet Josefina Explore a period of time through the eyes of a girl from history with crafts, activities and discussion. Learn more about the 1820’s and the book Meet Josefina: an American Girl. For ages 6-12. Southwest Branch -

Tuesday, September 01
4:30pm - 5:30pm

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Explore a period of time through the eyes of a girl from history with crafts, activities and discussion. Learn more about the 1820’s and the book Meet Josefina: an American Girl. For ages 6-12.

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | History - Culture - Genealogy | Authors - Books - Writing |

TAGS: | hispanic-heritage | bb-bookclubs | America250 |

Southwest Branch
Phone: 407-835-7323
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Mon, Aug 17 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Aug 18 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Aug 19 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Aug 20 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Aug 21 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 22 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Aug 23 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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