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Registration opens:
December 01st, 2026

Let's Construct A Telescope

for ages 6–12
2027-01-04 11:00:00 2027-01-04 12:00:00 America/New_York Let's Construct A Telescope Learn how telescopes are made. Work in a team to construct a simple telescope from parts. Registration required. Ages 6–12. Horizon West Branch - Horizon West - Meeting Room 1

Monday, January 04
11:00am - 12:00pm

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Horizon West Branch

Horizon West - Meeting Room 1

Learn how telescopes are made. Work in a team to construct a simple telescope from parts. Registration required. Ages 6–12.

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Science & Math |

TAGS: | science | bb-ages-6-12 |

Horizon West Branch
Phone: 407-835-7323
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Mon, Nov 02 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Nov 03 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Nov 04 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Nov 05 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Nov 06 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 07 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Nov 08 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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Macramé - Pumpkin Wrap - Beginner Level
Wed, Nov 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Horizon West - Training Room 2
Decorate your pumpkin with crafting instead of carving! Use the lark's head and square knots to make a fun pumpkin wrap. Recommended for Adults. Registration Required.
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Basic English 2
Wed, Nov 04, 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 04, 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.
Sewing - Quilted Coasters - Beginner Level
Thu, Nov 05, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Horizon West - Training Room 2
These easy-to-make square coasters are great gifts for many occasions. Recommended for Adults. Registration Required. Please read full description for class materials.
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Baby Storytime: Family
Thu, Nov 05, 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.
LEGO® Education Spike™ Prime: Science & Engineering
Thu, Nov 05, 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 6-12. Registration required.
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Homeschool Junior: Outdoor Games
Fri, Nov 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 1
Learning comes alive! Explore the world through crafts, experiments, and hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 6-12.
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Puppet Boot Camp
Sat, Nov 07, 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.
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Dungeons & Dragons - Teen -- One Shot
Sat, Nov 07, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 1
A one-shot adventure for teens at the Horizon West Library. Players of all experience welcome. Recommended for ages 13 to 18. Registration required.
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Tabletop Games for Adults
Sat, Nov 07, 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.
Adult Puzzle Time & Exchange
Sun, Nov 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 3
Compete in a friendly puzzle competition, work on a puzzle with friends, or simply exchange an old puzzle for a new-to-you one. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
Introductory English Course
Mon, Nov 09, 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.
Build Your Computer Mouse Skill - Senior Skills
Mon, Nov 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Horizon West - Training Room 1
Become a confident and comfortable mouse user! Learn technique so you can navigate your computer. Practice using the mouse with hands-on exercises and online resources.
Basic English 1
Mon, Nov 09, 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.
Fiber Arts Junior: Pie Garland
Mon, Nov 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 1
Learn to use felt and make a yummy looking pie garland to decorate your space! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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Dungeons & Dragons - @ Horizon West
Mon, Nov 09, 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.
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English Conversation Hour
Mon, Nov 09, 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 1 - Creating Documents
Mon, Nov 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Horizon West - Training Room 1
Create polished documents in Microsoft Word. Navigate the user interface and apply basic word processing techniques to create a formatted letter. Learn important actions like copy, cut, and paste.
Microsoft Excel Level 1 - Creating Spreadsheets
Tue, Nov 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Horizon West - Training Room 1
Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas. Save your data and learn how to share workbooks with collaborators.
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Preschool Storytime: Colors of Autumn
Tue, Nov 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2
Preschoolers will delight in interactive stories, songs, and rhymes that inspire a love of reading and build early literacy skills. Recommended for ages 3–5.
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Microsoft Excel Level 2 - Finalizing & Securing Spreadsheets
Tue, Nov 10, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Horizon West - Training Room 1
Customize and organize worksheets with sheet names, color coding, headers, themes, and more. Protect your worksheets with a password and learn how to print your data.
Tinkercad for Beginners
Tue, Nov 10, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Horizon West - Training Room 1
Learn 3D design with Tinkercad by creating and transforming digital shapes. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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Tai Chi Chuan
Tue, Nov 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 3
Join us for light exercises from the traditions of Tai Chi Chuan. Get rooted in a system of coordinated body-posture, movement, breathing, and meditation.
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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.
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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.
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.
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.
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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.
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