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No Sew Pet Blanket
2026-09-19 14:00:00 2026-09-19 15:00:00 America/New_York No Sew Pet Blanket Join us to create your own no sew pet blanket for a furry friend. Southwest Branch - Southwest - Ask at Desk

Saturday, September 19
2:00pm - 3:00pm

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Southwest Branch

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Join us to create your own no sew pet blanket for a furry friend.

Supplies will be provided.

AGE GROUP: | Families |

EVENT TYPE: | Maker/DIY |

TAGS: | bb-family |

Southwest Branch
Phone: 407-835-7323
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Mon, Aug 31 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Sep 01 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Sep 02 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Sep 03 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Sep 04 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Sep 06 Closed
(Closed in observance of Labor Day.)
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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.

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