Intro to Dance

Thu, Sep 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Drop-in before or after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families.

Thu, Sep 18, 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, Sep 18, 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 STEM - Fort vs Catapult

Thu, Sep 18, 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, Sep 18, 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.

Beginner Line Dancing

Sat, Sep 20, 10:30am - 11:45am

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

Open Lab - Ask A Tech

Sat, Sep 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

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.

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

Sat, Sep 20, 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.

Sewing - Quilted Coasters - Beginner Level

Sat, Sep 20, 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, Sep 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Technology Classroom

New to sewing and ready for that first simple project? These easy to make coasters, based on the four square quilt block design, make great gifts for many occasions.

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Mother Goose on the Loose - I Love You

Mon, Sep 22, 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.

Podcast Listening Club: Pain

Mon, Sep 22, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little ones, ages 0-5, explore imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for families.

Homeschool Meetup

Mon, Sep 22, 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.

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Rescheduled

Mon, Sep 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

New date Monday, September 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Conference Room

This month's listening playlist topic: Pain invites us to reconsider everything we think we know about discomfort and healing. Reg. preferred. Ages 18+

Paper Possibilities: Dot Stitch Book Binding

Tue, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:45am

Technology Classroom

Exposed binding show the beauty of hand stitched books. This single section book is consists of dots and dashes for a unique custom book.

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Discover America: Colorado

Tue, Sep 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

Travel with us on an imaginary road trip to learn about different states through educational activities, stories and crafts that promote early literacy. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Gather and Unwind - Fiber Arts Meetup

Tue, Sep 23, 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.

Wed, Sep 24, 10:00am - 11:45am

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.

Toddler Playground

Wed, Sep 24, 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.

Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine

Wed, Sep 24, 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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Southwest LEGO® Club

Wed, Sep 24, 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.

Thu, Sep 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Drop-in before or after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families.

Microsoft 365 Basics

Thu, Sep 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

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.

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Thu, Sep 25, 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, Sep 25, 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.

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

Thu, Sep 25, 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, Sep 25, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

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.

Joy of Reading: A No-Pressure Book Club

Thu, Sep 25, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

All book lovers welcome! Join us to chat about what you are reading. No assigned book to read. A fun and engaging social book club. Held bi-monthly. Registration required. Ages 18+

Qigong Movement and Breathing

Fri, Sep 26, 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.

Macramé Key Chain Fobs (Ages 10-12)

Sat, Sep 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Technology Classroom

Start macrame today. Learn the basics of using lark's head and half knots to create decorative key chain fobs.

Hearts of Gold Therapy Dogs

Sat, Sep 27, 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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Mother Goose on the Loose - Puppies

Sat, Sep 27, 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+

Macramé Feather Earrings

Sat, Sep 27, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Technology Classroom

Update your look with stylish macrame feather earrings. Learn how to use the lark’s head knot individually and in pairs in this beginner’s macrame project.

Mon, Sep 29, 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.

Knitting - Seed Stitch Wash Cloths - Gifting Series (Beginner Level)

Mon, Sep 29, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little ones, ages 0-5, explore imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for families.

Homeschool Meetup

Mon, Sep 29, 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.

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Tue, Sep 30, 10:15am - 12:00pm

Technology Classroom

Knit gifts year round. Learn how to apply skills learned in levels 1 and 2 while knitting a seed stitch wash cloth to gift or keep.

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Discover America: Connecticut

Tue, Sep 30, 11:00am - 11:30am

Travel with us on an imaginary road trip to learn about different states through educational activities, stories and crafts that promote early literacy. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Outreach Event: Storytime at Bill Frederick Park

Tue, Sep 30, 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.

Canva Video Editing

Tue, Sep 30, 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.

Cancelled

Wed, Oct 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Join us for an outdoor nature Storytime hosted at Bill Frederick Park's Education Pavilion, located near the park's fishing dock. Small fee required to enter the park. Recommended for ages 0-12.

Microsoft Excel Level 1 - Creating Spreadsheets

Wed, Oct 01, 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.

Little Fishes

Wed, Oct 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

Do like a fish does! Come in for a swimmingly good time listening to stories and participating in fun activities to promote early literacy with your toddler. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Microsoft Excel Level 2 - Finalizing & Securing Spreadsheets

Wed, Oct 01, 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.

LEGO Club

Wed, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

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.

Microsoft Word Level 1 - Creating Documents

Thu, Oct 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Drop-in before or after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families.

Thu, Oct 02, 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, Oct 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.

Microsoft Word Level 2 - Proofing, Templates & Pictures

Thu, Oct 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.

Thu, Oct 02, 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.

Outreach Event: Storytime at Bill Frederick Park

Thu, Oct 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.

Sat, Oct 04, 10:00am - 11:00am

Join us for an outdoor nature Storytime hosted at Bill Frederick Park's Education Pavilion, located near the park's fishing dock. Small fee required to enter the park. Recommended for ages 0-12.

Embroider: Cute Trick-or-Treat

Sat, Oct 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Technology Classroom

Create a fun embroidery project. Upgrade your back, chain, satin, and French knot stitches to go beyond a sampler and stitch a cute Werewolf ready for Trick-or-Treat!

Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine

Sat, Oct 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+

Sat, Oct 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.

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Mother Goose on the Loose - Ducks

Mon, Oct 06, 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 - Cold Water Quest: Sea Otters

Mon, Oct 06, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little ones, ages 0-5, explore imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for families.

Mon, Oct 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.

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Paper Possibilities:Diagonal Pocket

Tue, Oct 07, 10:15am - 11:45am

Technology Classroom

The Diagonal Pocket is a multifunctional structure from Hedi Kyle’s The Art of the Fold. Practical and beautiful, the structure can be used to hold cards or notes.

Discover America: Delaware

Tue, Oct 07, 11:00am - 11:45am

Travel with us on an imaginary road trip to learn about different states through educational activities, stories and crafts that promote early literacy. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Microsoft Excel Level 3 - Functions & Automated Features

Tue, Oct 07, 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.

Open Lab - Ask A Tech

Tue, Oct 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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, Oct 08, 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.

Froggy Fun

Wed, Oct 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

Ribbit! Toddlers will delight in stories and songs about frogs and participate in fun activities that promote early literacy. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Microsoft Excel Level 4 - More Functions & Visual Tools

Wed, Oct 08, 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, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

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.

Microsoft Word Level 3 - Enhancing & Finalizing Documents

Thu, Oct 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Drop-in before or after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families.

Thu, Oct 09, 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, Oct 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.

Thu, Oct 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.

Microsoft Word Level 4 - Mail Merge

Thu, Oct 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.

Thu, Oct 09, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

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

Fitness Bingo

Fri, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 3:15pm

Join us for a fun time exercising your way to fitness using the game of Bingo. Get moving and win a prize! Designed for seniors and adults with mobility challenges. Reg. req.

Family Fiber Arts - Pumpkins

Sat, Oct 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Technology Classroom

Let's do some seasonal crafting together! Be ready to thread a needle and do some sewing.

Sewing - Patterns and Fabric - Beginner Level

Sat, Oct 11, 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, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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.

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Nature Walk Book Club: - Bear

Mon, Oct 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Parking Lot 2

Join the Southwest Library for a causal walk outdoors at Bill Frederick Park followed by discussion of Bear by Julia Phillips. Registration required. 18+

Mother Goose on the Loose - Transportation

Mon, Oct 13, 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 - Huichol Yarn Art

Mon, Oct 13, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little ones, ages 0-5, explore imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for families.

Mon, Oct 13, 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.

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Gather and Unwind - Fiber Arts Meetup

Tue, Oct 14, 10:15am - 11:45am

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.

Discover America: Florida

Tue, Oct 14, 11:00am - 11:45am

Travel with us on an imaginary road trip to learn about different states through educational activities, stories and crafts that promote early literacy. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine

Tue, Oct 14, 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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Microsoft Excel - Data Management Level 1

Tue, Oct 14, 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.

Wed, Oct 15, 10:15am - 11:15am

Technology Classroom

Learn how to use advanced sort and filter options; apply data validation and other data tools to organize your data.

It's Autumn Time!

Wed, Oct 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

It’s time for apples, pumpkins and falling leaves. Toddlers will be treated to stories and activities that promote early literacy with an autumn theme. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Microsoft Excel - Data Management Level 2

Wed, Oct 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

Learn how to apply data subtotals, outlines, data consolidation and conditional formatting to organize your data.

Smarter Senior Seminar Series: Aging at Home

Wed, Oct 15, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

Hear from an expert in the field who will provide information on what type of services are available for you to consider while you age in place.

LEGO Club

Wed, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Southwest - Ask at Desk

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.

Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1

Thu, Oct 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Drop-in before or after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families.

Thu, Oct 16, 10:15am - 11:15am

Technology Classroom

Identify the basic features and tools to get you started. Learn how to create a presentation by using templates, text, and picture files.

Thu, Oct 16, 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.

Microsoft PowerPoint Level 2

Thu, Oct 16, 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.

Thu, Oct 16, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Technology Classroom

Capture your audience attention with a visually compelling presentation. Learn how to insert and customize SmartArt graphics, tables, charts and video.