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LEGO® Education Spike™ Essentials: Great Adventures
2026-11-03 14:00:00 2026-11-03 15:00:00 America/New_York LEGO® Education Spike™ Essentials: Great Adventures 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. Horizon West Branch - Horizon West - Meeting Room 1

Tuesday, November 03
2:00pm - 3:00pm

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Horizon West Branch

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.

    Students will:

    • Follow instructions to build project
    • Program the components
    • Bugfix, change, and improve the program

    Required Skills: 1st Grade Reading and Writing Level, Keyboard and Mouse Proficiency

    * For children’s safety and comfort, a responsible adult/caregiver must accompany children age 10 and under while using the library. Caregivers may join the class if space allows; otherwise, they must wait within view of the classroom door.   

    AGE GROUP: | Kids |

    EVENT TYPE: | Science & Math | Games & Activities | Coding & Robotics | Basic Tech Skills |

    TAGS: | whizkids | lego | homeschool | bb-childrens-tech-classes |

    Horizon West Branch
    Phone: 407-835-7323
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    Thu, Oct 22 10:00AM to 7:00PM
    Fri, Oct 23 10:00AM to 6:00PM
    Sat, Oct 24 10:00AM to 6:00PM
    Sun, Oct 25 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.

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    Preschool Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
    Wed, Oct 21, 10:15am - 10:40am
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    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, Oct 21, 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.
    Toddler Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
    Wed, Oct 21, 10:45am - 11:10am
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    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, Oct 21, 11:15am - 11:30am
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    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).
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    Wed, Oct 21, 11:35am - 12:05pm
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    Connect with other caregivers while your babies wiggle, giggle, and explore early play together. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.
    Basic English 2
    Wed, Oct 21, 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.
    Macramé Level 1 - Beginner Level
    Wed, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
    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.
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    English Conversation Hour
    Wed, Oct 21, 5:15pm - 6:15pm
    Horizon West - Meeting Room 2
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    Baby Storytime: Peek-a-Boo
    Thu, Oct 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
    Horizon West - Meeting Room 3
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    Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine
    Thu, Oct 22, 10:30am - 12:30pm
    Horizon West - Training Room 2
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    Fri, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
    Horizon West - Training Room 1
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    Search & Apply for Jobs - Job Seekers Series
    Fri, Oct 23, 11:45am - 12:45pm
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    Macramé - Pumpkin Wrap - Beginner Level
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    Adult Art Expressions
    Sat, Oct 24, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
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    Family Fiber Arts: Paper Pumpkins
    Sat, Oct 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
    Horizon West - Training Room 2
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    Mon, Oct 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
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    English Conversation Hour
    Mon, Oct 26, 5:15pm - 6:15pm
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    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.
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    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.
    Toddler Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
    Wed, Oct 28, 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.
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    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).
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    Wed, Oct 28, 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.
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    Wed, Oct 28, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
    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 13-18. Registration required.
    Macramé Level 2 - Beginner Level
    Wed, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
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    Take your macramé to the next level by learning half-square knots to make decorative keychains. Recommended for Adults. Registration Required.
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    Basic English 2
    Wed, Oct 28, 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, Oct 28, 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.
    This event is full
    Canva Projects - Presentations
    Wed, Oct 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
    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.
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