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Introduction to Belly Dance
2024-02-24 14:00:00 2024-02-24 15:00:00 America/New_York Introduction to Belly Dance Join professional belly dancer, Helen Blondel, as she teaches the fundamentals of belly dance using a step-by-step approach. Learn about its history, social significance, and fun creative art form! Southwest Branch - Southwest - Ask at Desk

Saturday, February 24
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-02-24 14:00:00 2024-02-24 15:00:00 America/New_York Introduction to Belly Dance Join professional belly dancer, Helen Blondel, as she teaches the fundamentals of belly dance using a step-by-step approach. Learn about its history, social significance, and fun creative art form! Southwest Branch - Southwest - Ask at Desk

Southwest Branch

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Join professional belly dancer, Helen Blondel, as she teaches the fundamentals of belly dance using a step-by-step approach. Learn about its history, social significance, and fun creative art form!

Space is limited, and registration is required.

Registration required: Ages 18 and up only. 

Join professional belly dancer, Helen Blondel, as she teaches the fundamentals of belly dance using a step-by-step approach. Learn an overview of the history & social significance of belly dancing and a fun new creative art form that's also great for fitness & self-expression!

Helen is a professional belly dancer & singer and has appeared on televised programs such as "American Idol" on ABC, "Despierta America" and "Sabado Gigante" on Univision. Now with over 700,000 followers on TikTok, Helen's goal is to educate the public about the beautiful art of belly dance. Earlier this year, Helen founded her clothing line, BellyPOP in addition to her online school offering courses in belly dance, social media, & entertainment business. She is the author of the instructional book "Belly Dance Business 101" and has released 5 self-written music singles that incorporate her shared love for singing and dance. Her passion is showing people they can be whatever they want to be if they put their heart to it!

Book sale and signing will follow the event.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | General Events | Education & Learning |

TAGS: | ipevents | bb-library-events |

Southwest Branch
Phone: 407-835-7323
Hours
Mon, Dec 09 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Dec 10 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Dec 11 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Dec 12 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Dec 13 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Dec 14 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Dec 15 Closed
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About the branch

The 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.

Read the Southwest blog often for more information on upcoming programs for children and adults, book news and book club discussions, technology classes, art exhibits, new library materials, and more. Email us your suggestions or questions; or post a comment. Let us hear from you!

Upcoming events

Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns - Evergreen Trees (Confident Beginner Level)
Tue, Dec 10, 10:15am - 12:15pm
Technology Classroom
Learn sashiko hand sewing techniques that form geometric patterns from simple running stitches. Enjoy some light refreshments, stitch and relax while creating beautiful geometric designs.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Tue, Dec 10, 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 families with children ages 0-7.
Open Lab - Ask A Tech
Tue, Dec 10, 1:15pm - 2:15pm
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.
Adobe Photoshop Level 2 - Working with Layers
Wed, Dec 11, 10:15am - 11:45am
Technology Classroom
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.
I Spy Winter
Wed, Dec 11, 11:00am - 11:45am
Explore a winter wonderland through a story and hands-on activities to warm up your little fingers. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.
Computer Basics Level 2 - Creating & Saving Files
Wed, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Technology Classroom
Get your computer skills racing. Learn how to create, rename, delete, and organize files and folders on your computer.
Southwest LEGO® Club
Wed, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
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.
Storytime Crafts
Thu, Dec 12, 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.
Storybook Fun
Thu, Dec 12, 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.
Toddler Time
Thu, Dec 12, 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.
Tiny Tales
Thu, Dec 12, 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.
Beginner Line Dancing
Sat, Dec 14, 10:30am - 11:45am
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+
Y Read: Book Read Aloud
Sat, Dec 14, 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+
Book Page Gift Bags
Sat, Dec 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Create a one-of-a-kind gift bag made from book pages. All supplies provided. Registration required. Intended for ages 18+.
Mother Goose on the Loose - Farm
Mon, Dec 16, 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.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Mon, Dec 16, 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.
Homeschool Meetup - Snow Day
Mon, Dec 16, 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.
Podcast Listening Club: Favorites - Like Book Club, but for Podcasts
Mon, Dec 16, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room
Join us to share a favorite podcast from this past year's listening list and favorites on your personal playlist. No pre-selected playlist this month. 18+
Gather and Unwind - Fiber Arts Meetup
Tue, Dec 17, 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.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Tue, Dec 17, 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 families with children ages 0-7.
Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine
Tue, Dec 17, 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.
This event is full
Adobe Photoshop Level 3 - Retouching & Restoration
Wed, Dec 18, 10:15am - 11:45am
Technology Classroom
Learn how to add Photoshop filters. Apply powerful retouching and restoration techniques to revitalize your images. Become familiar with Photoshop's Artificial Intelligence capabilities.
Toddler Playground
Wed, Dec 18, 11:00am - 11:45am
Toddlers use unstructured play to advance their physical and cognitive development and to have FUN! Recommended for ages 18-36 months.
Design with Canva - Basics
Wed, Dec 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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 create logos, flyers, social media content and more.
Southwest LEGO® Club
Wed, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
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.
Storytime Crafts
Thu, Dec 19, 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.
Storybook Fun
Thu, Dec 19, 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.
Javascript Fundamentals
Thu, Dec 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Technology Classroom
Develop interactive Web pages with rich media content. Students will learn the fundamental of JavaScript and useful techniques to bring a static Web pages to life.
Toddler Time
Thu, Dec 19, 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.
Tiny Tales
Thu, Dec 19, 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.
Python Programming
Thu, Dec 19, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Technology Classroom
Create a program with Python, an easy to learn programming language. Assign variables, input data and develop calculations to make an interactive application.
Southwest Book Club: - Anxious People
Thu, Dec 19, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Join the Southwest Book Club to discuss Anxious People by Fredrik Backman. A novel about the things that save us, even in the most anxious times.  Reg. req. 18+
Device Advice: Digital Organization
Sat, Dec 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Technology Classroom
Are you running out of space on your computer or in your cloud storage? Would you like your files to be organized into folders? Bring your device and let's get organized!
Outreach Event: Pop-up StoryWalk® at Bill Frederick Park - A Guided StoryWalk®
Sat, Dec 21, 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.
Growing Up WILD: Looking at Leaves
Sat, Dec 21, 11:00am - 11:45am
Children practice their observation skills by comparing leaves. Recommended for families with children ages 4-7.
Y Read: Book Read Aloud
Sat, Dec 21, 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+
Sewing - Gift Bags for Every Occasion - Beginner Level
Sat, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Technology Classroom
Impress that special someone in your life by wrapping their gift in a handmade gift bag! These gift bags can be made for any occasion. They are fast and easy to make and each one is unique.
This event is full
Tissue Paper Flower Gift Toppers (Ages 7-9)
Mon, Dec 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Technology Classroom
Learn how to fold a beautiful tissue paper gift topper for gifting or decorating.
Lego WEDO Build a Robotic Bee (Ages 10-12)
Mon, Dec 23, 2:15pm - 3:15pm
Technology Classroom
Build and program LEGO Robotic Bee with a simple to use computer interface. Learn how technology plays an active role in our everyday life.
Storytime Crafts
Thu, Dec 26, 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.
Storybook Fun
Thu, Dec 26, 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.
Toddler Time
Thu, Dec 26, 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.
Tiny Tales
Thu, Dec 26, 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.
Hearts of Gold Therapy Dogs
Sat, Dec 28, 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 children.
This event is full
Y Read: Book Read Aloud
Sat, Dec 28, 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+
Mother Goose on the Loose - Snow
Mon, Dec 30, 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.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Mon, Dec 30, 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.
Homeschool Meetup - New Year Celebration
Mon, Dec 30, 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.
Outreach Event: Storytime at Bill Frederick Park
Wed, Jan 01, 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.
Storytime Craft
Thu, Jan 02, 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.
Storybook Fun
Thu, Jan 02, 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.
Toddler Time
Thu, Jan 02, 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.
Tiny Tales
Thu, Jan 02, 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.
Outreach Event: Storytime at Bill Frederick Park
Sat, Jan 04, 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.
Embroider Level 1 - Beginner Level
Sat, Jan 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Technology Classroom
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.
This event is full
Y Read: Book Read Aloud
Sat, Jan 04, 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+
Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine
Sat, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
This event is full
Mother Goose on the Loose - Winter
Mon, Jan 06, 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.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Mon, Jan 06, 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.
Homeschool Meetup - Pokémon Party
Mon, Jan 06, 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.
Be Safe Online (Ages 7-9)
Mon, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Technology Classroom
Learn safety tips and good practices when using the Internet.
Knitting - Level 1
Tue, Jan 07, 10:15am - 11:45am
Technology Classroom
Start knitting today! Learn basic techniques while creating your first project, a bookmark for your favorite read. Techniques include casting on, the knit stitch and binding off.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Tue, Jan 07, 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 families with children ages 0-7.
Microsoft Word Level 1 - Creating Documents
Wed, Jan 08, 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.
Move Like the Animals
Wed, Jan 08, 11:00am - 11:45am
Can you hop like a frog? Waddle like a penguin? Run like a cheetah? See if you can move like the animals do! Recommended for ages 18-36 months.
Microsoft Word Level 2 - Proofing, Templates & Pictures
Wed, Jan 08, 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 LEGO® Club
Wed, Jan 08, 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.
Storytime Craft
Thu, Jan 09, 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.
How to Use the Mouse & Keyboard
Thu, Jan 09, 10:15am - 11:15am
Technology Classroom
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.
Storybook Fun
Thu, Jan 09, 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.
Toddler Time
Thu, Jan 09, 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.
Tiny Tales
Thu, Jan 09, 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.
Learn How to Type
Thu, Jan 09, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Technology Classroom
Learn how to properly place your hands on the keyboard and enhance your typing skills by using the Web-based TypingMaster program.
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