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Family Holiday Festival

Family Holiday Festival
2017-12-02 13:00:00 2017-12-02 15:00:00 America/New_York Family Holiday Festival Holiday Cheer is here! Welcome to a day filled with fun, photos and food. Bring the whole family to have a holiday photo taken, make a holiday bracelet, and enjoy holiday kids stories and crafts. West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center - West Oaks - Ask at Desk

Saturday, December 02
1:00pm - 3:00pm

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West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center

West Oaks - Ask at Desk

Holiday Cheer is here! Welcome to a day filled with fun, photos and food. Bring the whole family to have a holiday photo taken, make a holiday bracelet, and enjoy holiday kids stories and crafts.

Holiday Cheer is here!  You are invited to a day filled with fun, photos and food. Bring the whole family to have a holiday photo taken, make a holiday bracelet, and enjoy holiday stories and crafts for the kids.  Apple cider and popcorn will be served while you have the chance to mingle and meet others.  Enter to win a fantastic family prize!  Registration is required. 

AGE GROUP: | Families | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | History - Culture - Genealogy | Arts & Crafting |

TAGS: | holiday | family |

West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center
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

LYNX Bus Link 125 Silver Star Rd.
LYNX Bus Link 27 Ocoee / Winter Garden

West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center is located in the historic city of Ocoee near the intersection of Silver Star and Clark Roads. The branch opened in August 2001 and was designed by Harvard, Jolly, Clees, Toppe Architecture Firm. West Oaks Branch provides exceptional library services to the nearly 50,000 residents of Ocoee and surrounding areas. In January 2015, the branch became the new Genealogy Center for Orange County, housing a collection of over 30,000 genealogy books. The Library is the official repository of the Florida State Society Daughters of the American Revolution. The construction of West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center was funded by the Library System and a Florida Library Construction Grant.

Genealogy Resource Guide

Upcoming events

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Plant Clinic
Sat, Nov 14, 10:15am - 12:15pm
West Oaks - Ask at Desk
Bring your plants and ask questions! Master Gardener Volunteers from the UF/IFAS Orange County Extension Office will be available to answer your gardening questions.
Teen Volunteering: The Pulp Pages
Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Earn community service hours by becoming involved in West Oaks’ teen literary and creative arts magazine. Ages 13-18. Registration required.
Canva Basics
Sun, Nov 15, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
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.
Sunday Afternoon Ancestors
Sun, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
West Oaks - Genealogy Area
Schedule a 60 minute one-on-one appointment with the Genealogy Specialist at our Monthly Sunday Sessions! Times available: 2 - 4 pm.
This event is full
Canva Projects - Presentations
Sun, Nov 15, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
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.
Sunday Afternoon Ancestors
Sun, Nov 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Schedule a 60 minute one-on-one appointment with the Genealogy Specialist at our Monthly Sunday Sessions! Times available: 2 - 4 pm.
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Sunday Afternoon Ancestors!
Sun, Nov 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Genealogy Area
Schedule a 60 minute one-on-one appointment with the Genealogy Specialist at our Monthly Sunday Sessions! Times available: 2 - 4 pm.
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Genealogy 101: Beginning Your Family Tree
Mon, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Not sure how to begin your family tree or stuck and unsure what to do next? Discover effective tools, smart methods, and proven techniques to break through roadblocks and keep your genealogy moving.
Sewing - Travel Shoe Bag (2 Parts) - Intermediate Level
Tue, Nov 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Sew a travel shoe bag as we use simple stitches and learn how to install a zipper.
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Preschool Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Tue, Nov 17, 10:15am - 10:40am
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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.
Toddler Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Tue, Nov 17, 10:45am - 11:05am
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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
Tue, Nov 17, 11:15am - 11:30am
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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).
Family Play & Connect
Tue, Nov 17, 11:30am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little ones, ages 0-5, explore imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for families.
Sewing Open Lab
Tue, Nov 17, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Come and sew at the West Oaks Branch Library and bring your sewing projects. All the tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own materials. Machine sewing skills are required.
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Tuesday Tree Time!
Tue, Nov 17, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
West Oaks - Genealogy Area
Schedule a 30-minute one-on-one appointment with the Genealogy Specialist. Sessions are available Tuesdays between 2:00 and 4:00 PM and are designed focus on your particular genealogy question.
Tuesday Tree Time
Tue, Nov 17, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Schedule a 30-minute one-on-one appointment with the Genealogy Specialist. Sessions are available Tuesdays between 2:00 and 4:00 PM and are designed focus on your particular genealogy question.
This event is full
Tuesday Tree Time!
Tue, Nov 17, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Schedule a 30-minute one-on-one appointment with the Genealogy Specialist. Sessions are available Tuesdays between 2:00 and 4:00 PM and are designed focus on your particular genealogy question.
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West Oaks Chess Club - Free Play
Tue, Nov 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Join us for a game of chess. Whether you are a beginner, novice, or master all experience is welcome. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Tuesday Tree Time!
Tue, Nov 17, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
West Oaks - Genealogy Area
Schedule a 30-minute one-on-one appointment with the Genealogy Specialist. Sessions are available Tuesdays between 2:00 and 4:00 PM and are designed focus on your particular genealogy question.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Wed, Nov 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
West Oaks - Back of Branch
Silly and fun yoga poses designed for kids! Flow-through an imaginative journey filled with puppets, parachute games and relaxing rest time! Recommended for families.
Snack Around the World: Türkiye
Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Treat yourself to tasty snacks from a land far away! Each month we'll learn about a different culture and sample the yummiest snacks it has to offer. Registration required. Recommended for ages 6-12.
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iPad - Procreate Level 1
Thu, Nov 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Procreate is a powerful digital illustration and painting app designed exclusively for the iPad. Great for hobbyists and professionals with a library of brushes, and intuitive gesture controls.
Artsy Toddler: It's Autumn
Thu, Nov 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Discover colors, textures, and materials through stories, songs, and creative art activities. Recommended for ages 18–36 months. Registration required.
Open Lab - Procreate
Thu, Nov 19, 12:15pm - 1:15pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
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 Procreate.
Crochet - Tapestry Coffee Cup Square (3 Parts) - Intermediate
Thu, Nov 19, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Learn the basics of tapestry crochet with this cozy coffee cup block that could be a coaster or the beginning of a larger project!
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Practice Makes Perfect - English Conversation With the Adult Literacy League
Thu, Nov 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
These English conversation classes are taught by a certified ESOL instructor from the Adult Literacy League and focus on developing various aspects of literacy. Registration required.
Sewing - Quilted Coasters - Beginner Level
Fri, Nov 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
New to sewing and ready for that first simple project? These easy to make coasters, based on the four square quilt block design, make great gifts for many occasions.
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1970s Trivia for Seniors
Fri, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Have fun socializing and reminiscing about the 1970s while testing your knowledge of classic rock, the Watergate scandal, disco, the Vietnam War, and more.
Embroidery Level 2 - Beginner Level
Fri, Nov 20, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Add to your stitch repertoire. Learn how to create French knots, chain stitches and satin stitches, while practicing the running and back stitches.
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Native American History, Music and Dance - With Jim Sawgrass
Fri, Nov 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
West Oaks - Back of Branch
Learn about the lives and culture of Indigenous Floridians through music, dance and storytelling with living historian and educator Jim Sawgrass.
Use Physical Action to Make Your Story Believable - presented by Florida SCBWI
Sat, Nov 21, 10:30am - 12:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
New York Times bestselling author Ginny Myers Sain will discuss the importance of using physical action in your writing to heighten tension, deepen characterizations, and ground scenes in reality.
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