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In-Person: The Storyteller and Her Town

2022-01-29 12:00:00 2022-01-29 13:00:00 America/New_York In-Person: The Storyteller and Her Town Eatonville comes to life from the pages of Zora Neale Hurston’s “Their Eyes Were Watching God.” Eatonville Branch - Eatonville - Meeting Room

Saturday, January 29
12:00pm - 1:00pm

Add to Calendar 2022-01-29 12:00:00 2022-01-29 13:00:00 America/New_York In-Person: The Storyteller and Her Town Eatonville comes to life from the pages of Zora Neale Hurston’s “Their Eyes Were Watching God.” Eatonville Branch - Eatonville - Meeting Room

Eatonville Branch

Eatonville - Meeting Room

Eatonville comes to life from the pages of Zora Neale Hurston’s “Their Eyes Were Watching God.”

Explore the real town of Eatonville during this walking tour, while learning about Zora alongside scholar Rae Chesny. See town landmarks and hear about the impactful legacy of Zora.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History - Culture - Genealogy | General Events | Authors - Books - Writing |

TAGS: | zora | bb-theme |

Eatonville Branch
Phone: 407-835-7323
Hours
Mon, Nov 18 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Nov 19 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Nov 20 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Nov 21 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Nov 22 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 23 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Nov 24 Closed
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About the branch

LYNX Bus Link 1 N.Orange Ave. / Altamonte Mall
LYNX Bus Link 9 N. Orange Ave. / Rosemont

The Eatonville Library is located in the Town of Eatonville's Zora Neale Hurston Square. Eatonville is known as the oldest incorporated African American municipality in the United States.

The Eatonville Branch is a children's library featuring material and programming for children through the sixth grade. The branch serves the residents that make up the four residential quadrants of Eatonville - Calhoun, Catalina Park, Eaton Pointe, and Lake Lovely Estates. The collection, programs, and services are also available to all Orange County residents including residents of the City of Maitland and Winter Park through reciprocal borrowing.

Upcoming events

Fall Craft and a Snack
Fri, Nov 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Join us for a fall-inspired craft and enjoy a small snack while creating! Recommended for toddlers ages 2-4.
iPad and iPhone - Basics
Sat, Nov 23, 10:15am - 11:15am
Eatonville - Ask at Desk
Get up and running with your new iPad or iPhone. Learn how to navigate an iPad and iPhone using gestures, install and organize apps, modify general and privacy settings and more.
iPad and iPhone - Productivity
Sat, Nov 23, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eatonville - Ask at Desk
Get organized with your iPad or iPhone. Learn to create and edit events, reminders, lists and notes with Calendar, Reminders and Notes apps.
Crochet Level 2 - Beginner Level
Sat, Nov 23, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Level up your crocheting. Learn how to create more open fabric with new stitches. Techniques include chaining up rows, as well as double and half double crochet stitches.
Mindful Play Learning: Yoga for Preschoolers
Tue, Nov 26, 10:15am - 10:45am
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Each session is themed and playfully uses yoga and imagination to teach early learners social-emotional skills, support cognitive development and enhance creativity. Recommended for ages 3 to 5.
Microsoft Word Level 1 - Creating Documents
Tue, Nov 26, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
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.
Navajo Weaving
Tue, Nov 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Learn about the Navajo Nation through this hands-on weaving project for beginners. Recommended for ages 6-10.
Microsoft Word Level 2 - Proofing, Templates & Pictures
Wed, Nov 27, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
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.
Code with Lightbot (Ages 10-12)
Wed, Nov 27, 2:15pm - 3:15pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Program Lightbot to light up its world. Solve puzzles using sequencing, loops and conditions.
Outreach Event: Book Bike at Lake Eola 512 E Washington St. - Meet the book bike
Sun, Dec 01, 10:00am - 2:00pm
The Book Bike will be at Lake Eola with a Pop-Up library and Storytime! Location: Lake Eola - 512 E Washington St, Orlando, FL 32801
Mindful Play Learning: Yoga for Preschoolers
Tue, Dec 03, 10:15am - 10:45am
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Each session is themed and playfully uses yoga and imagination to teach early learners social-emotional skills, support cognitive development and enhance creativity. Recommended for ages 3 to 5.
Microsoft Word Level 3 - Enhancing & Finalizing Documents
Tue, Dec 03, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Enhance your document by adding elements like shapes, SmartArt, headers, and more. Secure your document with password protection. Work with distribution options like printing and sharing.
Homeschool Discovery
Wed, Dec 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Discover the world around us through STEM, geography, the Arts, culture, history, literature, and library-aligned themes with hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Microsoft Word Level 4 - Mail Merge
Wed, Dec 04, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eatonville - Ask at Desk
Contact your mailing list with ease. Use the Mail Merge wizard to create personalized letters and emails.
Holiday Movie and Crafts
Wed, Dec 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
'Tis the season to show us your ugliest holiday sweater during this holiday movie and teen craft spectacular! Ages13-18.
Social Worker @ the Library
Thu, Dec 05, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Our social worker is on-site to assist customers with social and government services on the 1st Thursday of the month. Walk-in appointments are available on a first come first service basis.
Zero to Five Storytime
Thu, Dec 05, 10:15am - 10:45am
Eatonville - Meeting Room
From the rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes to the use of picture books, songs and flannel board stories, your child will be encouraged to develop early literacy skills.
Microsoft Word - Review and Citation Tools
Thu, Dec 05, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Get your research papers and reports noticed. Learn how to use the review tools to discover errors and ensure readability. Add organization with a table of contents and clear citations.
Reboot Boutique - With J. Machell of Tailored Looks
Thu, Dec 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
It’s time to add to your closet with new-to-you pieces. Join us for a free shopping experience with gently used clothing.
iPad and iPhone - Camera
Sat, Dec 07, 10:15am - 11:30am
Eatonville - Ask at Desk
Never miss out on capturing a memory with your iPad or iPhone. Learn about the camera options and modes and how to use them to take amazing photos. Perform simple edits to clean up your images.
iPad and iPhone - Organize & Edit Photos
Sat, Dec 07, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eatonville - Ask at Desk
Make finding your photos easy with your iPad or iPhone.  Learn to organize photos into albums, moments and collections. Edit photos with filters and exposure tools to enhance your images.
Meet The Artist: Calvin Bell
Sat, Dec 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Join artist Calvin Bell to learn about the inspiration behind his latest collection entitled I Hear My Granny.
Crochet Granny Squares - Confident Beginner Level
Sat, Dec 07, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Crochet a classic granny square. Granny squares are the foundation of many blankets, bags and sweaters. Learn how to crochet in circles and then use increase stitches to make a square.
Mindful Play Learning: Yoga for Preschoolers
Tue, Dec 10, 10:15am - 10:45am
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Each session is themed and playfully uses yoga and imagination to teach early learners social-emotional skills, support cognitive development and enhance creativity. Recommended for ages 3 to 5.
Coding Concepts Level 1 - Visual Studio Code Editor
Tue, Dec 10, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Begin your journey into the world of coding. Learn to use the Visual Studio Code editor to write coding languages like HTML, CSS, JavaScript or even Python.
Button Up
Wed, Dec 11, 10:15am - 11:15am
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Brrr… it’s cold outside! Be sure to button up before coming to the library. Join us for stories, crafts, and activities all about buttons. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Coding Concepts Level 2 - Terminology
Wed, Dec 11, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Explore HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Python using Visual Studio Code. Learn the foundational, universal programming terminology to help you succeed in creating apps, games, and other solutions.
Make a Stop Motion Movie (Ages 7-9)
Wed, Dec 11, 2:15pm - 3:15pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Explore the basics of animation while creating your own stop motion movie! Use the Stop Motion Studio app to bring objects to life, add titles, credits, sound, and more.
Legal Learning Workshop - Social Security Disability
Wed, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
This workshop will highlight the difference between Social Security's disability programs (SSI and SSDI), the application and appeals processes, and what to do if you receive an overpayment.
Zero to Five Storytime
Thu, Dec 12, 10:15am - 10:45am
Eatonville - Meeting Room
From the rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes to the use of picture books, songs and flannel board stories, your child will be encouraged to develop early literacy skills.
Cybersecurity Basics - PLA DigitalLearn
Thu, Dec 12, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Cybersecurity is all about the safety of our information when we’re online. Build confidence as you visit websites, create passwords, and respond to email.
Arctic Animal Exploration
Thu, Dec 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
What animals live in the Arctic? How do they thrive in such cold weather? Join us to engage in fun activities to introduce animal species that live in that climate! Recommended for ages 6-12.
Google Earth (Ages 7-9)
Fri, Dec 13, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Eatonville - Ask at Desk
Fly around the globe and view famous world landmarks using Google Earth. Also, go beyond the Earth with Google Sky!
Teen Volunteering
Sat, Dec 14, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Eatonville - Ask at Desk
High school students will earn two hours of community service by assembling craft kits and assisting with various tasks for the library. Recommended for ages 13-18.
This event is full
Going Vintage
Sat, Dec 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
From Bell-bottoms to The Beatles, Go-go wild as we travel back to the ‘60s! Recommended for ages 11-18.
Mindful Play Learning: Yoga for Preschoolers
Tue, Dec 17, 10:15am - 10:45am
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Each session is themed and playfully uses yoga and imagination to teach early learners social-emotional skills, support cognitive development and enhance creativity. Recommended for ages 3 to 5.
Adobe Photoshop Level 1 - Editing Tools
Tue, Dec 17, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Learn about the functionality of Photoshop and explore the environment. Become familiar with using the Brush, Eraser, Selection, Move, and Crop tools.
Adobe Photoshop Level 2 - Working with Layers
Wed, Dec 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Learn how to use layers, layer masks, and layer styles. Become familiar with additional Photoshop tools like Paint Bucket, Type, and Free Transform. Explore Photoshop's myriad of adjustment layers.
Let's Code an Ocean AI (Ages 7-9)
Wed, Dec 18, 2:15pm - 3:15pm
Eatonville - Ask at Desk
Machines can learn just like us! Explore the ocean while learning how machines can see patterns and predict outcomes.
Backyard Birds of Prey
Wed, Dec 18, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Meet and learn about the Birds of Prey that can be found in your own backyard! Recommended for ages 6-12. In partnership with Audubon Center for Birds of Prey.
Zero to Five Storytime
Thu, Dec 19, 10:15am - 10:45am
Eatonville - Meeting Room
From the rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes to the use of picture books, songs and flannel board stories, your child will be encouraged to develop early literacy skills.
Adobe Photoshop Level 3 - Retouching & Restoration
Thu, Dec 19, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Learn how to add Photoshop filters. Apply powerful retouching and restoration techniques to revitalize your images. Become familiar with Photoshop's Artificial Intelligence capabilities.
Winter Craft and a Snack
Fri, Dec 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Join us for a winter-inspired craft and enjoy a small snack while creating. Recommended for ages 2-4.
Introduction to Computers
Sat, Dec 21, 10:15am - 11:15am
Eatonville - Ask at Desk
Take your first steps into the world of computing. Discover the essential parts of and types of computers, as well as the basics of using a computer for the first time.
How to Use the Mouse & Keyboard
Sat, Dec 21, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Eatonville - Ask at Desk
Learn how to use the mouse and keyboard to navigate within the computer's interface. Practice using these two devices with hands-on exercises and online resources.
Embroidery Level 1 - Beginner Level
Sat, Dec 21, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Eatonville - Meeting Room
Start hand embroidery today. Learn the basics of using a hoop and needles to create running, back and cross stitches to create a beautiful sampler.
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