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ESOL-Practice Makes Perfect-Conversational English Workshop
2017-10-25 12:00:00 2017-10-25 14:00:00 America/New_York ESOL-Practice Makes Perfect-Conversational English Workshop Join other new English speakers for conversational English practice each Wednesday at the Southwest Branch. A certified instructor with the Adult Literacy League, will lead and facilitate programs. This program is presented through partnership established between the Orange County Library System and the Adult Literacy League, Inc. Southwest Branch -

Wednesday, October 25
12:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2017-10-25 12:00:00 2017-10-25 14:00:00 America/New_York ESOL-Practice Makes Perfect-Conversational English Workshop Join other new English speakers for conversational English practice each Wednesday at the Southwest Branch. A certified instructor with the Adult Literacy League, will lead and facilitate programs. This program is presented through partnership established between the Orange County Library System and the Adult Literacy League, Inc. Southwest Branch -

Join other new English speakers for conversational English practice each Wednesday at the Southwest Branch. A certified instructor with the Adult Literacy League, will lead and facilitate programs. This program is presented through partnership established between the Orange County Library System and the Adult Literacy League, Inc.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Language Learning |

TAGS: | esol | esl |

Southwest Branch
Phone: 407-835-7323
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Mon, Mar 30 10:00AM to 7:00PM
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Fri, Apr 03 10:00AM to 6:00PM
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About the branch

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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Finger Knitting - Jewelry
Sat, Apr 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Technology Classroom
Create trendy accessories with upcycled fabric and your fingers. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
Senior Brain Stretch: - Brain Stretch for Seniors
Sat, Apr 04, 11:00am - 12:15pm
Learn ways enhance body and mind well-being. Stretch your body through movement and dance and power up your mind with music, games, and crafts. Socialize and have fun. Registration required.
Y Read: Book Read Aloud
Sat, Apr 04, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room
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.
Sewing - Pillowcase - Beginner Level
Sat, Apr 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Technology Classroom
Create a classic pillowcase with a contrasting cuff. Professionally finish your project with French seams, while practicing straight stitches. Students are required to bring fabric.
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Open Lab - Ask A Tech
Mon, Apr 06, 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.
Baby Storytime: Libraries
Mon, Apr 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Build baby’s first literacy skills with songs, rhymes and stories. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.
Baby Play & Connect
Mon, Apr 06, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Connect with other caregivers while your babies wiggle, giggle, and explore early play together. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.
Homeschool Junior: Bear Neccessities
Mon, Apr 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Learning comes alive! Explore the world through crafts, experiments, and hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 6-12.
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Paper Possibilities: Blizzard Book
Tue, Apr 07, 10:30am - 11:45am
Technology Classroom
The Blizzard Book is Hedi Kyle's design from her book The Art of the Fold. The fun design is useful as a book or as a card holder.
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Preschool Storytime: Discover Oregon - America’s 250th Anniversary
Tue, Apr 07, 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.
Mindful Start Family Yoga
Tue, Apr 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.
LEGO® WeDo™ Build a Race Car
Tue, Apr 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Technology Classroom
Build and program a LEGO ® Race Car with WeDo™. Learn how technology plays an active role in our everyday life. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
Build & Perfect Your Resume - Job Seekers Series
Wed, Apr 08, 10:15am - 11:15am
Technology Classroom
Transform your unique talents and experiences into a career-launching masterpiece! Learn how to craft a resume. Ages 18 & up. Registration required.
Toddler Storytime: LiBEARY Tales
Wed, Apr 08, 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 08, 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.
Open Lab - Job Seekers
Wed, Apr 08, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Technology Classroom
Are you needing to create your resume, practice your interview skills, or search for job openings? Learn more about the resources available with your library card. Ages 18 & up. Registration required.
LEGO® Club
Wed, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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.
Family Fun: Storytime Crafts
Thu, Apr 09, 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.
iPad - Camera
Thu, Apr 09, 10:15am - 11:15am
Technology Classroom
Never miss out on capturing a memory with your iPad. Learn about the camera options and modes and how to use them to take amazing photos. Perform simple edits to clean up your images.
Preschool Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Thu, Apr 09, 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 09, 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.
iPad - Organize & Edit Photos
Thu, Apr 09, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Technology Classroom
Make finding your photos easy with your iPad.  Learn to organize photos into albums, moments and collections. Edit photos with filters and exposure tools to enhance your images.
Baby Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Thu, Apr 09, 11:30am - 11:45am
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).
Sewing - Patterns and Fabric - Beginner Level
Fri, Apr 10, 10:15am - 12:15pm
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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Florida Children's Museum - Mobile Museum Library Program - Sponsored by Orlando Health
Fri, Apr 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Drop in during this 90-minute timeframe to hear stories, explore art, use your senses and play through hands-on fun! Designed for preschoolers and their caregivers, with children under 3 also welcome.
Computer Basics - Senior Skills
Fri, Apr 10, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Technology Classroom
Get started by learning how to navigate your computer. Access common applications including word processors and web browsers.
Read Aloud Book Club
Fri, Apr 10, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Read aloud classics or modern retellings and other great books weekly with discussion. Read aloud or just come to listen! Facilitator-led. Book: Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller. Ages 18 and up.
Y Read: Book Read Aloud
Sat, Apr 11, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room
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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