Holiday Closures

Orange County Library System will be closed Wednesday, December 24, Thursday, December 25, Wednesday, December 31 and Thursday, January 1 in observance of Christmas and New Year’s. View a complete list of holiday closures

Southwest Branch

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Discover America

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.

Mindful Start Family Yoga

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.

Upcoming Events

Registration Required
Saturday December 27 10:30am

Southwest Branch (Children’s Area)

Event Categories: Animals & Pets

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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Saturday December 27 1:30pm

Southwest Branch

Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing

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+

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Monday December 29 11:00am

Southwest Branch

Event Categories: Education & Learning; Storytime

Build baby’s first literacy skills with songs, rhymes and stories. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

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No Registration Required
Monday December 29 11:30am

Southwest Branch

Event Categories: Games & Activities

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.

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Tuesday December 30 11:00am

Southwest Branch

Event Categories: Education & Learning

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.

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