Improving Your Photos: Basics of Composition

Thu, Apr 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.

Thu, Apr 03, 10:30am - 10:55am

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.

Thu, Apr 03, 11:00am - 11:20am

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

Outreach Event: Storytime at Bill Frederick Park

Thu, Apr 03, 11:30am - 11:45am

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.

Sat, Apr 05, 10:00am - 11:00am

Join us for an outdoor nature Storytime hosted near the playground at Bill Frederick Park. Small fee required to enter the park. Recommended for ages 0-12.

Sat, Apr 05, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Join interior designer Rebecca Hubler as she helps homeowners and design enthusiasts understand and apply the basics of interior design to create their projects successfully.

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Mother Goose on the Loose - Animals

Sat, Apr 05, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Conference Room

Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud great literature with others each week. Facilitator-led in partnership with the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and Southwest Library. 18+

Beginner Line Dancing

Sat, Apr 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn beginner line dance steps to all types of music. Discover a great way to exercise your body and mind, and have fun. Partners not needed. Bring water. Non-stick sole shoes recommended. 15 to 18+

Mon, Apr 07, 11:00am - 11:30am

Using rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments and more, we will be interacting together to help develop important pre-literacy skills in our littlest ones! Recommended for ages 0-18 months

Homeschool Meetup - The Library of Congress

Mon, Apr 07, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Mon, Apr 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Come participate in math, science, history, art and literature-based learning to support your child's homeschool curriculum. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Code with Minecraft (Ages 7-9)

Mon, Apr 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Technology Classroom

Join Alex and Steve on a Minecraft Adventure! Solve code challenges to explore, gather resources, and defeat mobs. Create algorithms, use loops, and debug your code.

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English Conversation Hour

Mon, Apr 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.

Crochet Level 2 - Beginner Level

Tue, Apr 08, 10:15am - 11:45am

Technology Classroom

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.

Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine

Tue, Apr 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

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 ages 0-7.

Tue, Apr 08, 12:45pm - 2:45pm

Technology Classroom

Ever wanted to make your own custom clothes, home decor, costumes or accessories? Join us in this basic sewing class and learn about sewing safety, basic sewing machine skills and stitching seams.

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Hoppity-Hop-Hop!

Wed, Apr 09, 11:00am - 11:45am

Hop into the library for springtime stories and a bunny craft. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

QuickBooks Pro Level 2

Wed, Apr 09, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

Learn how to setup a new company profile including the Vendor Center, Customer Center and adding Items.

Design with Canva - Videos

Wed, Apr 09, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Technology Classroom

Bring your design ideas to life with Canva, a free graphic design application. Save time by building on thousands of professional templates to videos.

Wed, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

The LEGO® Club at the Southwest Library invites you to come use your imaginations to build! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Thu, Apr 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.

Thu, Apr 10, 10:30am - 10:55am

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.

Thu, Apr 10, 11:00am - 11:20am

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

Southwest Author Series - Featuring Victoria Christopher Murray

Thu, Apr 10, 11:30am - 11:45am

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.

Fri, Apr 11, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Join us for the 18th Annual Southwest Author Series featuring Victoria Christopher Murray. Presented in partnership with the Rotary Club of Dr. Phillips. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Outreach Event: Pop-up StoryWalk® at Bill Frederick Park - A Guided StoryWalk®

Sat, Apr 12, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Join interior designer Rebecca Hubler as she helps homeowners and design enthusiasts understand and apply the basics of interior design to create their projects successfully.

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Sat, Apr 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Join OCLS as we host a guided pop-up StoryWalk® at Bill Frederick Park! As participants stroll the trail they will be directed toward the next page in the story.

Mother Goose on the Loose - Flowers

Sat, Apr 12, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Conference Room

Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud great literature with others each week. Facilitator-led in partnership with the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and Southwest Library. 18+

Mon, Apr 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Using rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments and more, we will be interacting together to help develop important pre-literacy skills in our littlest ones! Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Homeschool Meetup: Symmetry and Mosaic Tiles

Mon, Apr 14, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Mon, Apr 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Come participate in math, science, history, art and literature-based learning to support your child's homeschool curriculum. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Google Earth (Ages 7-9)

Mon, Apr 14, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Technology Classroom

Fly around the globe and view famous world landmarks using Google Earth. Also, go beyond the Earth with Google Sky!

Crochet in the Round - Beginner Level

Tue, Apr 15, 10:15am - 11:45am

Technology Classroom

Add to your project possibilities by crocheting in the round! Create amigurumi, hats, bowls and more. Learn how to create circles with increase stitches and use stitch markers to track your work.

Sewing - Patterns and Fabric - Beginner Level

Tue, Apr 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

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 ages 0-7.

Tue, Apr 15, 12:45pm - 2:45pm

Technology Classroom

Reading the hieroglyphics on a sewing pattern can be quite intimidating. Learn to read a professional sewing pattern, how to layout fabric and prepare material for a project.

I Love the Earth

Wed, Apr 16, 11:00am - 11:45am

Toddlers will learn how to appreciate and take care of the Earth. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

QuickBooks Pro Level 3

Wed, Apr 16, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

Learn how to record different types of business transactions such as posting accounts payable and accounts receivable. Also, generate financial reports for your company.

Microsoft 365 Basics

Wed, Apr 16, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Technology Classroom

Discover how you can use Microsoft's powerful productivity tools to connect and collaborate with your team. Learn how to access apps, store and share files.

Wed, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

The LEGO® Club at the Southwest Library invites you to come use your imaginations to build! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Microsoft Word Level 1 - Creating Documents

Thu, Apr 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.

Thu, Apr 17, 10:15am - 11:15am

Technology Classroom

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.

Thu, Apr 17, 10:30am - 10:55am

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.

Thu, Apr 17, 11:00am - 11:20am

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

Microsoft Word Level 2 - Proofing, Templates & Pictures

Thu, Apr 17, 11:30am - 11:45am

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.

Thu, Apr 17, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

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.

Southwest STEM - Optical Illusions

Thu, Apr 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Join us for this monthly program as we explore the world around us using Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Embroider Planets - Yarnfiti Stitched Together Space Series

Sat, Apr 19, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Join interior designer Rebecca Hubler as she helps homeowners and design enthusiasts understand and apply the basics of interior design to create their projects successfully.

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Sat, Apr 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Technology Classroom

Practice your blanket stitch while making your own slice of the Solar System. Once finished, you can submit your project for display in this year's Yarnfiti Community Project.

Family Fiber Arts Aliens! - Yarnfiti Stitched Together Space Series

Sat, Apr 19, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Conference Room

Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud great literature with others each week. Facilitator-led in partnership with the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and Southwest Library. 18+

Sat, Apr 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Technology Classroom

Make a cute little alien with yarn and pipe cleaners! Once finished, you can submit your project for display in this year's Yarnfiti Community Project.

Mother Goose on the Loose - Earth

Mon, Apr 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

Using rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments and more, we will be interacting together to help develop important pre-literacy skills in our littlest ones! Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Homeschool Meetup: Plants

Mon, Apr 21, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Mon, Apr 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Come participate in math, science, history, art and literature-based learning to support your child's homeschool curriculum. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Budgeting with Excel (Ages 10-12)

Mon, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Technology Classroom

Perform numerical calculation in Microsoft Excel and learn how to use the tools needed to create a budget.

English Conversation Hour

Mon, Apr 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.

Podcast Listening Club: Rituals - Like a Book Club, but for Podcasts

Mon, Apr 21, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Conference Room

Join us to discuss Rituals. This month's playlist explores why humans and animals use rituals and digs into the rituals of specific cultures. Reg. preferred. Ages 18+

Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns -Margaret - Beginner Level

Tue, Apr 22, 10:15am - 12:15pm

Technology Classroom

Learn sashiko hand sewing techniques that form geometric patterns from simple running stitches. Create beautiful designs using the continuous running stitch.

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Microsoft Excel Level 1 - Creating Spreadsheets

Tue, Apr 22, 11:00am - 11:30am

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 ages 0-7.

Wed, Apr 23, 10:15am - 11:15am

Technology Classroom

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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Adventures in Egypt

Wed, Apr 23, 11:00am - 11:45am

Toddlers will participate in stories and activities to learn about Egypt. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Microsoft Excel Level 2 - Finalizing & Securing Spreadsheets

Wed, Apr 23, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

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.

Wed, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

The LEGO® Club at the Southwest Library invites you to come use your imaginations to build! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Microsoft Word Level 3 - Enhancing & Finalizing Documents

Thu, Apr 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.

Thu, Apr 24, 10:15am - 11:15am

Technology Classroom

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.

Thu, Apr 24, 10:30am - 10:55am

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.

Thu, Apr 24, 11:00am - 11:20am

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

Microsoft Word Level 4 - Mail Merge

Thu, Apr 24, 11:30am - 11:45am

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.

Thu, Apr 24, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

Contact your mailing list with ease. Use the Mail Merge wizard to create personalized letters and emails.

Southwest Book Club: - Shelterwood

Thu, Apr 24, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Join the Southwest Book Club to discuss Shelterwood by Lisa Wingate. Historical fiction inspired by the women who crusaded against illegal child labor during Oklahoma's statehood. Reg. req. 18+

Southwest Art Meet Up

Fri, Apr 25, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Bring your own art or craft projects to work on or create something new with provided supplies. Connect with others who enjoy crafting and art! Registration preferred. 18+

Qigong Movement and Breathing

Fri, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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.

Hearts of Gold Therapy Dogs

Sat, Apr 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Children's Area

Children can improve their reading 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.

Macramé Stars - Yarnfiti Stitched Together Space Series

Sat, Apr 26, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Technology Classroom

Make a shooting star with just a few knots! Once finished, you can submit your project for display in this year's Yarnfiti Community Project.

Sat, Apr 26, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Join interior designer Rebecca Hubler as she helps homeowners and design enthusiasts understand and apply the basics of interior design to create their projects successfully.

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Dungeons & Dragons Drop-In Adventure (13-17)

Sat, Apr 26, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Conference Room

Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud great literature with others each week. Facilitator-led in partnership with the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and Southwest Library. 18+

Sat, Apr 26, 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Technology Classroom

Let's play Dungeons & Dragons together! Choose a premade character or bring your own to embark on an adventure full of mysteries, puzzles, dangers, and treasure.

Teen Time

Sat, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Unplug and explore crafts from the past with a modern twist. Meet new friends and indulge in a variety of self-directed calming hobbies. All supplies provided. Recommended for ages 13-18.

Mother Goose on the Loose - Food

Mon, Apr 28, 11:00am - 11:30am

Using rhymes, songs, and more, we will be interacting together to help develop important pre-literacy skills in our littlest ones! Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Homeschool Meetup: Poet-Tree

Mon, Apr 28, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-5.

Mon, Apr 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Come participate in math, science, history, art and literature-based learning to support your child's homeschool curriculum. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Bring Your Art to Life with AR (Ages 7-9)

Mon, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Technology Classroom

Fill in a magic coloring page and watch your picture come to life. Use an awesome app called Quiver to interact with the page and even play games using a smart device - that's augmented reality!

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Gather and Unwind - Fiber Arts Meetup

Tue, Apr 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Technology Classroom

Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.

Microsoft Excel Level 3 - Functions & Automated Features

Tue, Apr 29, 11:00am - 11:30am

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 ages 0-7.

Open Lab - Ask A Tech

Tue, Apr 29, 12:15pm - 1:15pm

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.

Wed, Apr 30, 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.

Tiger Tails

Wed, Apr 30, 11:00am - 11:45am

Toddlers will listen to stories and participate in fun activities about tigers. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Microsoft Excel Level 4 - More Functions & Visual Tools

Wed, Apr 30, 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.

Preparing for Retirement: Legal

Wed, Apr 30, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Learn what you need to have in place as you age regarding wills, trusts, estate planning, directives, power of attorney and probate.

Storytime Crafts - (Children's Area)

Wed, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

The LEGO® Club at the Southwest Library invites you to come use your imaginations to build! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Thu, May 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.

Thu, May 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.

Thu, May 01, 11:00am - 11:20am

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

Outreach Event: Storytime at Bill Frederick Park

Thu, May 01, 11:30am - 11:45am

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.

Sat, May 03, 10:00am - 11:00am

Join us for an outdoor nature Storytime hosted near the playground at Bill Frederick Park. Small fee required to enter the park. Recommended for ages 0-12.