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Puppet Boot Camp
2026-11-07 10:30:00 2026-11-07 11:30:00 America/New_York Puppet Boot Camp Explore the world of puppets through making and performing in this five-part series. Come to one session or come to them all. Registration required. Recommended for families. Horizon West Branch - Horizon West - Meeting Room 3

Saturday, November 07
10:30am - 11:30am

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Horizon West Branch

Horizon West - Meeting Room 3

Explore the world of puppets through making and performing in this five-part series. Come to one session or come to them all. Registration required. Recommended for families.

Part 1 - Tres Leches - Saturday, November 07, 10:30 am - 11:30 am

In this session, we focus on living objects and rod puppets. We will teach acting for puppets through the three core concepts of puppetry. We will make and perform using Rod Puppets. We will explore puppetry as a broad discipline.

Part 2 - Puppets for Video - Saturday, November 14, 10:30 am - 11:30 am

In this part, we will focus on puppets that talk. We will teach video and green screen work through making and performing puppets with mouths. We will explore the legacy of American puppeteer Jim Henson.

Part 3 - Shadow Puppets - Saturday, December 05, 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Now, we focus on shadow puppets. We will teach you how to perform to a track by making and performing shadow puppets. We will explore how lighting can enhance puppetry for stage and screen.

Part 4 - Strings and Friend - Saturday, December 12, 10:30 am - 11:30 am

This week focuses on different ways puppets can move. We will teach teamwork and movement through making and performing with different puppets, while putting together concepts from other sessions. We will explore how you can write your own puppet script.

Part 5 - The Family Puppet Slam - Saturday, January 02, 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Come and share your puppet shenanigans. Each performance should be under three minutes. This session concludes our five-program series.

AGE GROUP: | Families |

EVENT TYPE: | General Events |

TAGS: | bb-family |

Horizon West Branch
Phone: 407-835-7323
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About the branch

The Horizon West Branch is located at 4657 Hamlin Groves Trail, adjacent to the Orange County Regional Park, the branch is perfectly positioned to serve the growing Hamlin Villages and the greater Horizon West community.

Opened on October 10, 2026, the 20,000 square-foot Horizon West Branch is one of the largest libraries in the Orange County Library System.

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STEAM Junior: Monster Bugs
Fri, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2
Junior scientists will explore STEAM concepts to expand their minds and explore the world around them. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Basic English 1
Sat, Oct 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2
This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar. Recommended for those 18 years and older.
LEGO® Education Spike™ Prime: Science & Engineering
Sat, Oct 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 1
Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Prime. Apply STEAM concepts and the engineering design process with hands-on learning. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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Basic English 1
Sat, Oct 17, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2
This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar. Recommended for those 18 years and older.
Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine
Sun, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Horizon West - Training Room 2
Ever wanted to make your own clothes, decor, costumes or accessories? Join us in this basic sewing class and learn about safety, basic sewing machine skills and stitching seams. Registration Required.
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Basic English 2
Sun, Oct 18, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2
This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar. Recommended for those 18 years and older.
English Conversation Hour
Sun, Oct 18, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2
A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those 18 years and older.
Introductory English Course
Mon, Oct 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2
This course is designed for students who have very little English experience. Start from the beginning with basic vocabulary. Recommended for those 18 years and older.
Space Citizen Science
Mon, Oct 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 1
Come take part in a NASA-sponsored research project that invites you to work alongside scientists solving mysteries of the universe. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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Basic English 1
Mon, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2
This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar. Recommended for those 18 years and older.
English Conversation Hour
Mon, Oct 19, 5:15pm - 6:15pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2
A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those 18 years and older.
Canva Basics
Mon, Oct 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Horizon West - Training Room 1
Bring your design ideas to life with Canva, a free graphic design application. Use thousands of templates to gain inspiration and ideas for your next project.
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Introduction to 3D Design
Tue, Oct 20, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Horizon West - Training Room 1
Create and build models using Tinkercad, a free 3D Design application. Explore the process for exporting a compatible model for 3D printing.
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Adult Chess
Tue, Oct 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 3
Join us for chess games, puzzles, and news. Players of all experience levels are welcome. Chess sets are available for play, or bring your own.
Preschool Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Wed, Oct 21, 10:15am - 10:40am
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2,Horizon West - Meeting Room 3
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.
Introductory English Course
Wed, Oct 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 1
This course is designed for students who have very little English experience. Start from the beginning with basic vocabulary. Recommended for those 18 years and older.
Toddler Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Wed, Oct 21, 10:45am - 11:10am
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2,Horizon West - Meeting Room 3
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
Wed, Oct 21, 11:15am - 11:30am
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2,Horizon West - Meeting Room 3
Featuring rhythm, rhymes, and repetition, this lap-time program supports early literacy, motor skills, language development, and a love of books for babies (ages 0–18 months).
Baby Play & Connect
Wed, Oct 21, 11:35am - 12:05pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2,Horizon West - Meeting Room 3
Connect with other caregivers while your babies wiggle, giggle, and explore early play together. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.
Basic English 2
Wed, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2
This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar. Recommended for those 18 years and older.
Macramé Level 1 - Beginner Level
Wed, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Horizon West - Training Room 2
Learn macramé today! Start with a few simple knots to make a cute feather bookmark. Recommended for Adults. Registration Required.
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English Conversation Hour
Wed, Oct 21, 5:15pm - 6:15pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 2
A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those 18 years and older.
Baby Storytime: Peek-a-Boo
Thu, Oct 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Horizon West - Meeting Room 3
Build baby’s first literacy skills with songs, rhymes and stories. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.
Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine
Thu, Oct 22, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Horizon West - Training Room 2
Ever wanted to make your own clothes, decor, costumes or accessories? Join us in this basic sewing class and learn about safety, basic sewing machine skills and stitching seams. Registration Required
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Build & Perfect Your Resume - Job Seekers Series
Fri, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Horizon West - Training Room 1
Transform your unique talents and experiences into a career-launching masterpiece! Learn how to craft a resume. Ages 18 & up. Registration required.
Search & Apply for Jobs - Job Seekers Series
Fri, Oct 23, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Horizon West - Training Room 1
Learn about best practices for finding and applying for jobs in today’s job market. Ages 18 & up. Registration required.
Escape Room Junior: Monster Library Mystery
Fri, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Horizon West - Meeting Room 3
Hunt for clues, crack puzzles, and join forces to figure out the mystery. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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