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Registration opens:
November 01st, 2026

Paper Possibilities Teens: Flower Top Box
2026-12-21 10:30:00 2026-12-21 11:45:00 America/New_York Paper Possibilities Teens: Flower Top Box The Flower Top Box is a beautiful paper structure square box with a flower shaped closure that can be used to enclose small gifts. Southwest Branch - Technology Classroom

Monday, December 21
10:30am - 11:45am

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Southwest Branch

Technology Classroom

The Flower Top Box is a beautiful paper structure square box with a flower shaped closure that can be used to enclose small gifts.

  • Class Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Age Requirements: 13-18
  • Recommended Prerequisite: None
  • Required Skills: Someone who grasps basic paper-folding techniques.
     

AGE GROUP: | Teens |

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

TAGS: | tech-fiberarts | tec101 | schoolbreak | fiberarts | bb-fiber-arts |

Southwest Branch
Phone: 407-835-7323
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Mon, Oct 05 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Oct 06 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Oct 07 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Oct 08 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Oct 09 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 10 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Oct 11 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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