The Southwest Branch opened on March 21, 1989 in a beautiful Mediterranean style building designed by Schweizer and Associates Architecture Firm, who also designed the expansion of the Orlando Public Library. Serving the Dr. Phillips and Metrowest communities, the Southwest Branch features an inviting courtyard and quarterly art exhibitions from local artists.
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Services and Programs
- The library collection includes a wide selection of books, magazines, and DVDs.
- Public computers with Internet access, word processing, and online reference resources including the Library catalog.
- Free WiFi to use with your own device and scanning, faxing, and printing are also available at our self-service stations.
- Children’s area with four Early Learning StationsTM, a self-contained bilingual educational computer for children with over 56 top-rated educational software programs spanning seven curricular areas.
- The Southwest Author Series event is held every April, featuring best-selling authors and presented in partnership with the Dr. Phillips Rotary Club.
- Regularly scheduled Story Programs each week. Baby Tales for babies ages birth to 18 months, Toddler Tales for ages 18 to 36 months, Preschool Tales for ages 3-5.
- A variety of additional programs and classes are offered throughout the year for adults and children.
