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Commissioner Nicole Wilson Mobile Office Hours

2023-02-23 13:00:00 2023-02-23 15:30:00 America/New_York Commissioner Nicole Wilson Mobile Office Hours Orange County District 1 Commissioner Nicole Wilson’s legislative team will be at the branch monthly to meet with constituents. To schedule an appointment, email district1@ocfl.net. Southwest Branch -

Thursday, February 23
1:00pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2023-02-23 13:00:00 2023-02-23 15:30:00 America/New_York Commissioner Nicole Wilson Mobile Office Hours Orange County District 1 Commissioner Nicole Wilson’s legislative team will be at the branch monthly to meet with constituents. To schedule an appointment, email district1@ocfl.net. Southwest Branch -

Orange County District 1 Commissioner Nicole Wilson’s legislative team will be at the branch monthly to meet with constituents. To schedule an appointment, email district1@ocfl.net.

Walk-In appointments may also be available.

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Southwest Branch
Phone: 407-835-7323
Hours
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Mon, May 11 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, May 12 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, May 13 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, May 14 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, May 15 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 16 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, May 17 Closed
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About the branch

Southwest Branch opened on March 21, 1989 in a beautiful Mediterranean style building designed by Schweizer and Associates Architecture Firm, who also designed the Orlando Public Library. Serving the Dr. Phillips and Metrowest communities, Southwest is near International Drive and the attractions. Southwest is a popular place for local adults, children, students and tourists.

Upcoming events

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Microsoft PowerPoint Level 3
Mon, May 18, 10:15am - 11:15am
Get more precise control over your presentation. Learn how to insert slide transitions, add animations and hyperlinks. Create a customized photo album with simple to use tools.
Baby Storytime: Numbers
Mon, May 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Build baby’s first literacy skills with songs, rhymes and stories. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.
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Microsoft PowerPoint - Create Custom Templates
Mon, May 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Make universal style changes to all slides in your presentation. Learn how to customize a theme and to format slides through the slide master.
Baby Play & Connect
Mon, May 18, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Connect with other caregivers while your babies wiggle, giggle, and explore early play together. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.
Homeschool Junior: Tessellations
Mon, May 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Learning comes alive! Explore the world through crafts, experiments, and hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 6-12.
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Intro to Audio Recording: Start Making Sound
Mon, May 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Learn the basics of recording: mics, interfaces, DAWs, and make your first track in this fun, 1-hour beginner-friendly session.
Crochet Slip Stitch Coasters (2-Part) - Beginner Level
Tue, May 19, 10:15am - 12:00pm
Technology Classroom
Slip Stitch coasters are a quick way to use up scrap yarn and practice basic crochet skills.
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Ready, Set, Preschool! Piggy Bank Pals
Tue, May 19, 11:00am - 11:45am
Preschoolers will engage in hands-on activities that build early literacy skills, creativity, and kindergarten readiness. Recommended for ages 3–5.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Tue, May 19, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
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.
LEGO® Education Spike Essentials: Great Adventures
Tue, May 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Technology Classroom
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.
Microsoft Excel Level 3 - Functions & Automated Features
Wed, May 20, 10:15am - 11:15am
Technology Classroom
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 Storytime: All About the Alphabet
Wed, May 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
Toddler Play & Connect
Wed, May 20, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little ones explore imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.
Microsoft Excel Level 4 - More Functions & Visual Tools
Wed, May 20, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Technology Classroom
Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately. Analyze data by using functions like COUNT. Visually represent your data with tools like recommended charts.
LEGO® Club
Wed, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
The Library invites you to come and use your imagination to build! Bricks will be provided, but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Family Fun: Storytime Crafts
Thu, May 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in before or after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.
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Email Level 1 - Create an Account
Thu, May 21, 10:15am - 11:15am
Create a free email account. Learn how to navigate the environment, including the Inbox, the Reading pane, and the Compose area.
Preschool Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Thu, May 21, 10:30am - 10:55am
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
Thu, May 21, 11:00am - 11:20am
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
Thu, May 21, 11:30am - 11:45am
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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Email Level 2 - Manage Your Account
Thu, May 21, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Learn how to compose and send email messages with attachments. Become familiar with replying and forwarding messages.
STEAM Junior: Constellations
Thu, May 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Junior scientists will explore STEAM concepts to expand their minds and explore the world around them. Recommended for ages 6-12.
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Canva Projects - Presentations
Fri, May 22, 10:15am - 11:15am
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.
Qigong Movement and Breathing
Fri, May 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Embark on a transformative journey with Jasmine Win, a modern qigong instructor, and discover the ancient practice of qigong. Learn at your own pace and ability in this joyful and relaxing class.
Open Lab - Ask A Tech
Fri, May 22, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Technology Classroom
Are you stuck on a software-related project or simply need constructive ideas to get you started? Let us help! A technology trainer will be available to assist you in this open lab.
Read Aloud Book Club
Fri, May 22, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Read aloud classics or modern retellings and other great books weekly with discussion. Read aloud or just come to listen! Facilitator-led. Ages 18 and up.
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Macramé Mer-May Keychain - Confident Beginner Level
Sat, May 23, 10:25am - 12:00pm
New date Saturday, May 23, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Use the diagonal double half hitch knot to make this fun mermaid tail keychain for Mer-May!
Macramé Mer-May Keychain - Confident Beginner Level
Sat, May 23, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Technology Classroom
Use the diagonal double half hitch knot to make this fun mermaid tail keychain for Mer-May!
Hearts of Gold Therapy Dogs
Sat, May 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Area
Children can improve their literacy skills by reading to a therapy dog with Golden Retriever Rescue of Mid-Florida. Practice with a furry friend and build your confidence. Recommended for ages 6-12.
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Y Read: Book Read Aloud
Sat, May 23, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room
Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud great literature with others each week. No pressure to read aloud. Come to listen! Facilitator-led. Ages 18 and up.
Sewing - Pet Bandanas - Beginner Level
Sat, May 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Technology Classroom
Let your pet make a fashion statement with these easy to make pet bandanas. Create a fun bandana that slides onto your pet's collar.
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