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Homeschool Meetup: Barriletes Gigantes
2023-11-20 13:00:00 2023-11-20 14:00:00 America/New_York Homeschool Meetup: Barriletes Gigantes Learn about the Giant Kite Festival held each year in Guatemala and make a replica Mayan kite. Recommended for ages 9-12. Southwest Branch -

Monday, November 20
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-11-20 13:00:00 2023-11-20 14:00:00 America/New_York Homeschool Meetup: Barriletes Gigantes Learn about the Giant Kite Festival held each year in Guatemala and make a replica Mayan kite. Recommended for ages 9-12. Southwest Branch -

Learn about the Giant Kite Festival held each year in Guatemala and make a replica Mayan kite. Recommended for ages 9-12.

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | History - Culture - Genealogy | Education & Learning |

TAGS: | bb-home-education |

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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.

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Preschool Storytime: Tales from the Castle
Tue, Apr 28, 11:00am - 11:45am
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Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine
Tue, Apr 28, 12:45pm - 2:45pm
Technology Classroom
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Mindful Start Family Yoga
Tue, Apr 28, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
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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.
Chess Club
Tue, Apr 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Discover the game of chess while having fun and making friends. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Microsoft Word Level 3 - Enhancing & Finalizing Documents
Wed, Apr 29, 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.
Toddler Storytime: All About the Alphabet
Wed, Apr 29, 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, Apr 29, 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 Word Level 4 - Mail Merge
Wed, Apr 29, 11:30am - 12:30pm
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Contact your mailing list with ease. Use the Mail Merge wizard to create personalized letters and emails.
LEGO® Club
Wed, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Family Fun: Storytime Crafts
Thu, Apr 30, 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.
Preschool Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Thu, Apr 30, 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, Apr 30, 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, Apr 30, 11:30am - 11:45am
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Sat, May 02, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
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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.
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Mon, May 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
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Tue, May 05, 10:15am - 12:00pm
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Preschool Storytime: Jungle Jamboree
Tue, May 05, 11:00am - 11:45am
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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Tue, May 05, 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.
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Technology Classroom
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