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Grand Opening Horizon West Branch Library

2026-10-10 10:00:00 2026-10-10 15:00:00 America/New_York Grand Opening Horizon West Branch Library Celebrate the opening of Horizon West Branch with all-day activities, events, and entertainment. All ages welcome. Horizon West Branch - Horizon West - Ask at Desk

Saturday, October 10
10:00am - 3:00pm

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Horizon West Branch

Horizon West - Ask at Desk

Celebrate the opening of Horizon West Branch with all-day activities, events, and entertainment. All ages welcome.

Scheduled Events:

  • 10:00 AM  Ribbon Cutting
  • 10:15 AM  Entertainment in Lobby
  • 11:30 AM  Family Performance
  • 12:00 PM  Solar Observing
  • 12:30 PM  Family Performance
  • 1:00 PM  Nature Walk with Master Gardner
  • 2:00 PM  Storytime
  • 2:30 PM  Meet a Beekeeper
  • 3:00 PM  Drum Circle

All-Day Activities: Library Card Signup; LEGO Demo; Scavenger Hunt; Fiber Arts and Crafts; Bee Bookmarks

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | General Events |

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Horizon West Branch
Phone: 407-835-7323
Hours
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We're closed Friday November 13 due to Closed for Staff Development Day
Mon, Nov 09 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Nov 10 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Nov 11 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Nov 12 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Nov 13 Closed
(Closed for Staff Development Day)
Sat, Nov 14 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Nov 15 1:00PM to 6:00PM
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About the branch

The Horizon West Branch is located at 4657 Hamlin Groves Trail, adjacent to the Orange County Regional Park, the branch is perfectly positioned to serve the growing Hamlin Villages and the greater Horizon West community.

Opened on October 10, 2026, the 20,000 square-foot Horizon West Branch is one of the largest libraries in the Orange County Library System.

Upcoming events

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Preschool Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Wed, Nov 11, 10:15am - 10:40am
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2,Horizon West - Meeting Room 3
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.
Introductory English Course
Wed, Nov 11, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 1
This course is designed for students who have very little English experience. Start from the beginning with basic vocabulary. Recommended for those 18 years and older.
Microsoft Excel Level 3 - Functions & Automated Features
Wed, Nov 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Horizon West - Training Room 1
Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow. Transfer data with ease using Excel's copy and paste features.
Toddler Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Wed, Nov 11, 10:45am - 11:10am
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2,Horizon West - Meeting Room 3
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
Wed, Nov 11, 11:15am - 11:30am
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2,Horizon West - Meeting Room 3
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).
Baby Play & Connect
Wed, Nov 11, 11:35am - 12:05pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2,Horizon West - Meeting Room 3
Connect with other caregivers while your babies wiggle, giggle, and explore early play together. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.
Microsoft Excel Level 4 - More Functions & Visual Tools
Wed, Nov 11, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Horizon West - Training Room 1
Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately. Visually represent your data with recommended charts. Analyze data by using functions like COUNT.
Homeschool Junior: National Parks - America’s 250th Anniversary
Wed, Nov 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 3
Learning comes alive! Explore the world through crafts, experiments, and hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 6-12.
This event is full
Introduction to 3D Printers (Ages 13-18)
Wed, Nov 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Horizon West - Training Room 1
Explore the world of 3D printing. Learn about different printers, filaments and what you need to get started. Recommended for ages 13-18, registration required.
Crochet Level 1 - Beginner Level
Wed, Nov 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Horizon West - Training Room 2
Start crocheting today! Techniques include creating a slip knot, chaining, and single crochet stitches. Recommended for Adults. Registration Required.
This event is full
Basic English 2
Wed, Nov 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2
This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar. Recommended for those 18 years and older.
English Conversation Hour
Wed, Nov 11, 5:15pm - 6:15pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2
A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those 18 years and older.
Baby Storytime: Family
Thu, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Horizon West - Meeting Room 3
Build baby’s first literacy skills with songs, rhymes and stories. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.
Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine
Thu, Nov 12, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Horizon West - Training Room 2
Ever wanted to make your own clothes, decor, costumes or accessories? Join us in this basic sewing class and learn about safety, basic sewing machine skills and stitching seams. Registration Required
This event is full
Teen Art Adventures: Fall Felt Wreath
Thu, Nov 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 1
Explore the world of art, experiment with new techniques, and create a masterpiece of your own! Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.
Introduction to 3D Design
Sat, Nov 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Horizon West - Training Room 1
Create and build models using Tinkercad, a free 3D Design application. Explore the process for exporting a compatible model for 3D printing.
This event is full
Puppet Boot Camp
Sat, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Horizon West - Meeting Room 3
Explore the world of puppets through making and performing in this five-part series. Come to one session or come to them all. Registration required. Recommended for families.
This event is full
Embroidery Level 1
Sat, Nov 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Horizon West - Training Room 2
Start hand embroidery today! Learn the basics of using a hoop and needles to form running, back and cross stitches to create a beautiful sampler. Recommended for Adults. Registration Required.
This event is full
Marbled Pumpkins
Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Horizon West - Performance Play
Create colorful fall decor by marbleizing a pumpkin! Recommended for ages 6-12.
This event is full
Horizon West Book Club - Boy Soldiers of the American Revolution
Sat, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 3
Join our branch's book club to discuss the novel "Boy Soldiers of the American Revolution" by Caroline Cox. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
LEGO® Education Spike™ Essentials: Great Adventures
Sat, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 1
Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essentials. Go on a Great Adventure as we explore STEAM concepts and creative problem solving. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
This event is full
Macramé Level 1 - Beginner Level
Sat, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Horizon West - Training Room 2
Learn macramé today! Start with a few simple knots to make a cute feather bookmark. Recommended for Adults. Registration Required.
This event is full
Tabletop Games for Adults
Sat, Nov 14, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 3
Enjoy a selection of board games that bring people together for friendly competition, conversation, and a little brain exercise. Discover new favorites or play a familiar classic.
Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine
Sun, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Horizon West - Training Room 2
Ever wanted to make your own clothes, decor, costumes or accessories? Join us in this basic sewing class and learn about safety, basic sewing machine skills and stitching seams. Registration Required.
This event is full
Basic English 2
Sun, Nov 15, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2
This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar. Recommended for those 18 years and older.
English Conversation Hour
Sun, Nov 15, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2
A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those 18 years and older.
Introductory English Course
Mon, Nov 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2
This course is designed for students who have very little English experience. Start from the beginning with basic vocabulary. Recommended for those 18 years and older.
Canva Basics
Mon, Nov 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Horizon West - Training Room 1
Bring your design ideas to life with Canva, a free graphic design application. Use thousands of templates to gain inspiration and ideas for your next project.
This event is full
Canva Projects - Presentations
Mon, Nov 16, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Horizon West - Training Room 1
Create visually appealing and effective presentations. Dive into thousands of free Canva presentation templates. Once you have selected a template, edit it with ease and implement Canva elements.
Basic English 1
Mon, Nov 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2
This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar. Recommended for those 18 years and older.
Dungeons & Dragons - @ Horizon West
Mon, Nov 16, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 3
Have you ever wanted to play Dungeons and Dragons? Now's your chance! Join us, adventurers, on our next quest! Recommended for families. Registration required.
This event is full
Masterpiece Junior: Paint a Fall Scene
Mon, Nov 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 1
Discover the world of art! Together, we'll learn something new, get inspired, and create a masterpiece. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
This event is full
English Conversation Hour
Mon, Nov 16, 5:15pm - 6:15pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2
A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those 18 years and older.
Microsoft Word Level 2 - Proofing, Templates & Pictures
Mon, Nov 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Horizon West - Training Room 1
Explore Microsoft Word's proofing features like the spelling and grammar check. Use and modify Word templates with ease. Enhance your document by inserting and formatting pictures.
Open Lab - Canva
Tue, Nov 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Horizon West - Training Room 1
Are you stuck on a software-related project or simply need constructive ideas to get you started? A technology trainer will be available to assist you in this open lab related to Canva
Toddler Storytime: Fantastic Families
Tue, Nov 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Horizon West - Meeting Room 3
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.
LEGO® Education Spike™ Prime: Science & Engineering
Tue, Nov 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 1
Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Prime. Apply STEAM concepts and the engineering design process with hands-on learning. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
This event is full
Adult Chess
Tue, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 3
Join us for a chess games, puzzles and news. Players of all experience levels are welcome. Chess sets are available for play, or bring your own.
Preschool Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Wed, Nov 18, 10:15am - 10:40am
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2,Horizon West - Meeting Room 3
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.
Introductory English Course
Wed, Nov 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 1
This course is designed for students who have very little English experience. Start from the beginning with basic vocabulary. Recommended for those 18 years and older.
iPad - Basics
Wed, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Horizon West - Training Room 1
Get up and running with your new iPad. Learn how to navigate an iPad using gestures, install and organize apps, modify general, privacy, security settings and more.
Toddler Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Wed, Nov 18, 10:45am - 11:10am
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2,Horizon West - Meeting Room 3
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
Wed, Nov 18, 11:15am - 11:30am
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2,Horizon West - Meeting Room 3
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).
Baby Play & Connect
Wed, Nov 18, 11:35am - 12:05pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2,Horizon West - Meeting Room 3
Connect with other caregivers while your babies wiggle, giggle, and explore early play together. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.
STEAM Junior: Autumn Science
Wed, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2
Junior scientists will explore STEAM concepts to expand their minds and explore the world around them. Recommended for ages 6-12.
This event is full
LEGO® Digital Designs
Wed, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Horizon West - Training Room 1
Build your custom LEGO® designs on the computer with this easy-to-use free software. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.
Basic English 2
Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2
This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar. Recommended for those 18 years and older.
Crochet Level 2 - Beginner Level
Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Horizon West - Training Room 2
Level up your crocheting. Techniques include chaining up rows, as well as double and half double crochet stitches. Recommended for Adults. Registration Required.
This event is full
English Conversation Hour
Wed, Nov 18, 5:15pm - 6:15pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2
A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those 18 years and older.
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