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Classes and events are virtual and in-person. Registration is strongly encouraged for in-person events, attendance may be limited.

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Tuesday October 15 4:30pm

Southeast Branch (Children’s Area)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Games & Activities; Storytime

Did you know that monsters love to read? Join us for not-so-scary stories and crafts featuring our favorite monsters. Recommended for ages 3-5.

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Wednesday October 16 10:15am

Southeast Branch (Children’s Area)

Event Categories: Storytime

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.

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Wednesday October 16 10:45am

Southeast Branch (Children’s Area)

Event Categories: Storytime

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. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

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Wednesday October 16 11:15am

Southeast Branch (Children’s Area)

Event Categories: Storytime

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.

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Family Art Adventures

Mummy Lanterns

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Friday October 18 4:00pm

Southeast Branch (Children’s Area)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Storytime

Explore art as a family with books & hands-on activities. Families will learn about mummies & create their own lantern inspired by this monster. Recommended for families with children ages 5 &up.

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Wednesday November 6 10:15am

Southeast Branch (Children’s Area)

Event Categories: Storytime

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.

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No Registration Required
Wednesday November 6 10:45am

Southeast Branch (Children’s Area)

Event Categories: Storytime

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. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

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No Registration Required
Wednesday November 6 11:15am

Southeast Branch (Children’s Area)

Event Categories: Storytime

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.

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Terrific Turkeys

Growing Up Wild

No Registration Required
Saturday November 9 10:30am

Southeast Branch (Children’s Area)

Event Categories: Animals & Pets; Arts & Crafting; Education & Learning; Games & Activities; Storytime

Gobble! Gobble! Children will learn about wild turkeys through stories, games, and a craft. Recommended for families with children ages 5 and up.

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Monday November 11 10:15am

Southeast Branch (Meeting Room 2)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Community & Citizenship; Education & Learning; Games & Activities; Storytime

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, learn about the indigenous people of North America. Appreciate their cultures through stories, songs, games & crafts. Recommended for ages 3-5.

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General Election Early Voting at Select Library Locations

Ten OCLS Branch locations will host early voting for the 2024 Early Voting General Election from Monday, October 21 to Sunday, November 3, 2024 (8 a.m. – 8 p.m.): Alafaya, Chickasaw, Fairview Shores, Hiawassee, South Creek, Southeast, Southwest , Washington Park, West Oaks, and Winter Garden. Learn more about early voting at select library locations >

North Orange Branch Closure

North Orange Branch is closed for repair, with an undetermined reopening date. Learn more about the branch closure >