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2018-04-11 14:45:00 2018-04-11 15:45:00 America/New_York Create a Blog Learn how to create an easy to use website where you can publish your thoughts, comments or pictures so you can share with family and friends. West Oaks Branch Library and Genealogy Center

Wednesday, April 11
2:45pm - 3:45pm

Add to Calendar 2018-04-11 14:45:00 2018-04-11 15:45:00 America/New_York Create a Blog Learn how to create an easy to use website where you can publish your thoughts, comments or pictures so you can share with family and friends. West Oaks Branch Library and Genealogy Center

West Oaks Branch Library and Genealogy Center

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

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West Oaks Branch Library and Genealogy Center
Phone: 407-835-7323
Hours
Mon, Dec 10 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Dec 11 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Dec 12 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Dec 13 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Dec 14 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Dec 15 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 16 1:00PM to 6:00PM
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About the branch

LYNX Bus Link 125 Silver Star Rd.
LYNX Bus Link 27 Ocoee / Winter Garden

The construction of the West Oaks Branch was funded by the Library System and a Florida Library Construction Grant.

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Upcoming events

Sewing: Holiday Stockings
Sarchet Community Room
Wed, Dec 12, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Stockings are a must-have for the holidays. Use a pattern and your imagination to create a custom stocking for yourself or as a gift. Learn some basic lining and cuff sewing techniques. Age: Adults
WhizKids: Finger Knit Jewelry (9-12)
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Wed, Dec 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Create trendy accessories with upcycled fabric and your fingers.
DNA A Year in Review - What Does The Future Hold?
Sarchet Community Room
Wed, Dec 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2018 has been an exciting year filled with new technologies and innovations. Join us as we look back over the major developments in DNA testing and problem solving strategies from the past year.
Photoshop Level 1
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Thu, Dec 13, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Learn about the functionality of Photoshop and explore the environment. Become familiar with using selection and editing tools.
Photoshop Level 2
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Thu, Dec 13, 12:45pm - 2:15pm
Learn how to use layers, layer masks, free transform tools, and text tools. Become familiar with adding basic effects to images.
Little Chef: Winter Cake in a Jar
Sarchet Community Room
Thu, Dec 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Warm your helping hands to assemble a winter treat in a jar. Layer festive cake, sweet frosting and colorful sprinkles to make a delicious gift! Recommended for preschoolers.
Photoshop Level 3
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Thu, Dec 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Learn how to add layer styles, custom shapes, gradients, and photo filters. Become familiar with adding advanced effects to images.
Practice Makes Perfect
Sarchet Community Room
Thu, Dec 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Join other new English speakers for conversational English practice each Thursday at the West Oaks Branch Library and Genealogy Center.
Sewing: Pleated Zippered Pouch
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Fri, Dec 14, 11:00am - 1:30pm
Would you like to create a stylish pouch that includes a zipper? Come learn how to make one from start to finish in this easy sewing class! Ages: Adults
This event is full
Conversation with Kenyatta! - The Family Tree Toolkit
Sarchet Community Room
Fri, Dec 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Join us for this exciting opportunity to enjoy a Conversation with Kenyatta D. Berry, co-host of the PBS series Genealogy Roadshow.
Photoshop Level 4
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Fri, Dec 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Learn how to apply common image editing techniques used to retouch and restore photographs.
Winter Crafts
Sarchet Community Room
Sat, Dec 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Warm up your creativity with fun stories and crafts. Recommended for lower and upper elementary.
Let's Crochet Mug Cozies - Beginner Level
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Sat, Dec 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Keep your drink warm and your hands comfortable with a custom cozy for your favorite mug. Practice crocheting single stitch in the round while creating a custom cozy for your favorite mug.
An Introduction to Spices of India
Sarchet Community Room
Sun, Dec 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Learn about the flavors in Indian foods
Storybook Fun
Sarchet Community Room
Mon, Dec 17, 10:15am - 10:45am
The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play.
Toddler Time
Sarchet Community Room
Mon, Dec 17, 10:45am - 11:05am
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.
Tiny Tales
Sarchet Community Room
Mon, Dec 17, 11:15am - 11:35am
The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce very young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together.
Basic Computer Maintenance and Security
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Mon, Dec 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Learn basic tips on how to maintain your computer system using various system tools and how to secure your system from viruses and spyware.
Rescheduled
West Orange Homeschoolers & Board Games
Mon, Dec 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Monday, December 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
All are welcome to participate meet new people and make friends while playing educational board games and learning about library resources.  
Internet Level 1: Fundamentals
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Mon, Dec 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Learn Internet concepts and terminology. Become familiar with Web browsers while surfing the Web.
The Polar Express Pajama Party
Sarchet Community Room
Mon, Dec 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
All Aboard the Polar Express!
Internet Level 2: Search Techniques
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Mon, Dec 17, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Learn about search engines and search techniques to help you find exactly what you are looking for on the Web.
Genealogy 101 - Your Family's History: Where to Begin?
Sarchet Community Room
Tue, Dec 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
So you want to learn more about your family's history but don't know where to begin?
Adobe Premiere Fundamentals
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Tue, Dec 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Edit your video faster and more accurately with Adobe Premiere. Split and trim video clips with precision directly in the Timeline. Add built-in effects, transitions, and titles to your film.
Adobe Illustrator Fundamentals
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Tue, Dec 18, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Create logos, advertisements, marketing flyers and other illustrations with ease using vector tools. Learn to draw and manipulate simple and custom shapes, brush strokes, and text in unique ways.
Storytime for Grownups! - Stories of the Season
Sarchet Community Room
Tue, Dec 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the season with festive stories. Storyteller Bill Cordell will convey charming stories of the season. Click for more information.
Cookie Decorating
Sarchet Community Room
Tue, Dec 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Frosting, sprinkles, candy and cookies…what more could you want!? Stop in and express your creativity by decorating a sugary treat. Then enjoy the best part of all, eating it! Registration required.
This event is full
Device Advice (BYOD)
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Tue, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Have a new tablet or smartphone, but not sure how to use it? Let us get you started with the basics, so you become more familiar with your personal device. Recommended Audience: Adult
Sewing: Fleece Hat
Sarchet Community Room
Wed, Dec 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Get ready for winter by making your very own trendy winter hat. This project is great for gift giving as well. Required Prerequisite: Intro to the Sewing Machine. Age: Adults.
Hand Sewing for Kids (7-12)
West Oaks - Ask at Desk
Wed, Dec 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Kids, want to learn how to hand sew? We'll provide everything that you need, just bring yourself.
Genealogy Research Question Workshop and Holiday Party
Sarchet Community Room
Wed, Dec 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Sharpen your genealogy skills and learn about resources by sharing your research questions.
Genetic Genealogy in Practice Study Group #3
Sarchet Community Room
Thu, Dec 20, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Join us for our genetic genealogy study group and learn how DNA test results can help to confirm, extend, and deepen your genealogical research. Registration Required.
Registration is now closed
QuickBooks Pro 2018 Level 1
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Thu, Dec 20, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Learn the basic features of QuickBooks Pro and how it can be used to organize your business or personal finances. Explore the environment and master the basic concepts of balance sheet.
QuickBooks Pro 2018 Level 2
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Thu, Dec 20, 12:45pm - 2:15pm
Learn how to setup a new company profile including the Vendor Center, Customer Center and adding Items. Recommended Audience: Adult
Countdown to Winter
Sarchet Community Room
Thu, Dec 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
4-3-2-1! Winter is coming soon! Help us get ready for winter with fun stories, activities and crafts starring some of our favorite cold weather friends. Recommended for preschoolers.
Create a Holiday Greeting Card Using Publisher
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Thu, Dec 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Custom design your greeting cards with graphics and text. Become familiar with the Publisher environment, explore pre-defined templates and formatting options.
QuickBooks Pro 2018 Level 3
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Fri, Dec 21, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Learn how to record different types of business transactions such as posting accounts payable and accounts receivable. Also, generate financial reports for your company. Recommended Audience: Adult
QuickBooks Pro 2018 Level 4
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Fri, Dec 21, 12:45pm - 2:15pm
Learn how to add new employees, enter timesheets, setup employee benefits, setup payroll items, pay employees, process payroll forms, and process payroll reports in QuickBooks.
Sewing: Holiday Stockings
Sarchet Community Room
Fri, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Stockings are a must-have for the holidays. Use a pattern and your imagination to create a custom stocking for yourself or as a gift. Learn some basic lining and cuff sewing techniques. Age: Adults
Angel Paws to Read
West Oaks - Children's Area
Sat, Dec 22, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Practice your reading skills by reading aloud to a lovable, furry listener. Be An Angel Therapy Dogs Ministry presents this reading program for children with certified therapy dogs.
Savvy Savers
Sarchet Community Room
Sat, Dec 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Join in the savings! Become a savvy saver by sharing coupons and savings tips at this monthly meeting. This month we will also be including a small craft.
Microsoft Excel 2016 Level 1
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Wed, Dec 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas.
Microsoft Excel 2016 Level 2
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Wed, Dec 26, 12:15pm - 1:15pm
Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow.
Microsoft Excel 2016: Charts
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Wed, Dec 26, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Display your data in stunning charts and graphs. Insert recommended and custom charts. Edit chart data, elements and styles. Recommended Audience: Adult
WhizKids: Loom Knit Bracelets (9-12)
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Wed, Dec 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Loom knit colorful bracelets. Learn how to create a cardboard loom and knit a unique bracelet. No experience necessary.
Microsoft Excel 2016 Level 3
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Thu, Dec 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Analyze data with COUNT functions and recommended charts. Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately. Recommended Audience: Adult
Microsoft Excel 2016 Level 4
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Thu, Dec 27, 12:15pm - 1:15pm
Format workbooks with frozen panes, headers and themes. Customize worksheets with sheet names, color coding and hidden sheets. Print your data for perfect reports and presentations.
Microsoft Excel 2016: Formulas and Functions
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Thu, Dec 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Calculate your data with formulas and functions. Use the Function Library to find the best fit for your project. Insert financial, logical, lookup, math and text functions.
Open Lab: Microsoft Excel
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Thu, Dec 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Do you already use Excel, but get stuck at times? Need some guidance to help you along? Let us help! A technology trainer will be available to assist you in this open lab for Microsoft Excel.
Facebook: Managing Your Personal Account
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Fri, Dec 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
How can I control what content I see and who sees my posts? What's the difference between a News Feed and a Timeline?
Create a Blog
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Fri, Dec 28, 12:15pm - 1:15pm
Learn how to create an easy to use website where you can publish your thoughts, comments or pictures so you can share with family and friends. Recommended Audience: Adult
Microsoft Office 2016: Create Flowcharts
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Fri, Dec 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Learn how to create a flowchart to show the sequence of actions within a process of a project or an organizational chart by using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Recommended Audience: Adult
Sewing: Introduction to the Sewing Machine (Part 1)
Sarchet Community Room
Fri, Jan 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us in this basic sewing class and learn about sewing safety, basic sewing machine skills and stitching seams. This is a 2-part class. Ages. Adults.
Sewing: Introduction to the Sewing Machine (Part 2)
Sarchet Community Room
Fri, Jan 04, 12:45pm - 2:15pm
Join us in the 2nd part of this 2-part Introduction to the Sewing Machine class. Ages. Adults.
Basic Bike Repair
Sarchet Community Room
Sat, Jan 05, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Get tips on how to fix a broken chain, flat tire and more!
Storybook Fun
Sarchet Community Room
Mon, Jan 07, 10:15am - 10:45am
The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play.
Toddler Time
Sarchet Community Room
Mon, Jan 07, 10:45am - 11:05am
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.
Tiny Tales
Sarchet Community Room
Mon, Jan 07, 11:15am - 11:35am
The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce very young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together.
HeritageQuest Online Level 1
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Mon, Jan 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Want to trace your family history? Learn tips and tricks on how to find information by exploring the HeritageQuest Online database offered free at the library. #genealogy
Sewing: Fabric Envelope
Sarchet Community Room
Mon, Jan 07, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Give your loved ones a handmade fabric envelope for your personal greeting card or letter as the perfect gift for any occasion. Age: Adults
Learn How to Type
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Mon, Jan 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Learn how to properly place your hands on the keyboard and enhance your typing skills by using the Web-based TypingMaster program.
Kids Yoga
Sarchet Community Room
Tue, Jan 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Yay...Yoga for Kids!
Storytime for Grownups!
Sarchet Community Room
Tue, Jan 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Come to the library and enjoy a story or activity as our talented library storytellers entertain ages 18 and up! Each branch will have a unique storytime. Click for more information.
History Happenings: Viking Voyages
Sarchet Community Room
Tue, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Do you have what it takes to be a Viking? Find out at this fun and history filled program. Recommended for lower and upper elementary.
Sewing: Mini Tote Bag
Sarchet Community Room
Wed, Jan 09, 11:00am - 1:30pm
Impress your family and friends with this handmade mini tote bag. These make for the perfect gift for any occasion. Age: Adults
WhizKids: Easy Typing (6-8)
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Wed, Jan 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Have fun playing games that can help you speed up your typing skills and learn how to position your hands on the keyboard like a pro!
Genetic Genealogy in Practice Weekly Study Group
Sarchet Community Room
Wed, Jan 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Join us for our genetic genealogy study group and learn how DNA test results can help to confirm, extend, and deepen your genealogical research. Registration Required.
Finding Your Roots: A Genealogy Course
Sarchet Community Room
Thu, Jan 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Come join us for this eight week genealogy research series which will cover an introduction to genealogy as well as an overview of the core records groups and concepts.
Practice Makes Perfect
Sarchet Community Room
Thu, Jan 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Join other new English speakers for conversational English practice each Thursday at the West Oaks Branch Library and Genealogy Center.
Sewing: Pleated Zippered Pouch
Sarchet Community Room
Fri, Jan 11, 11:00am - 1:30pm
Would you like to create a stylish pouch that includes a zipper? Come learn how to make one from start to finish in this easy sewing class! Ages: Adults
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