Winter Holidays

The holidays can be a hectic time, but we want to help relieve the stress by offering fun, informative events for the whole family. Bring the kids in for Cookie Decorating, learn how to sew a festive holiday stocking or stop by a Cuisine Corner event to learn how to prepare easy holiday meals.

On a budget this holiday season? Take advantage of the library to check out your favorite holiday family film or stream music over your mobile device with hoopla or Freegal Music—all for free with your library card.

Happy Holidays from the Orange County Library System!

Upcoming Events

Registration Required
Thursday November 21 10:30am

South Trail Branch (Meeting Room 2)

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

Penguins come in all shapes and sizes! Attendees will learn more about penguins through adventurous books, songs, and activities. Recommended for children ages 3-5.

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No Registration Required
Monday December 2 10:15am

Southeast Branch (Meeting Room 2)

Event Categories: Animals & Pets; Games & Activities; Storytime

Explore baby animals in the winter with your little one. Listen to a story and learn through sensory play all while warming up to new friends. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

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Registration Required
Monday December 2 4:30pm

South Creek Branch (South Creek - Ask at Desk)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting

Learn to make cool paper decorations to add pizzazz to your own room or to give as a gift. Recommended for tweens and teens.

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No Registration Required
Tuesday December 3 10:30am

Fairview Shores Branch (Fairview Shores - Ask at Desk)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Storytime

They are red and white and sure smell nice! Join us for stories, crafts and activities inspired by sweet peppermint treats. Recommended for ages 18 - 36 months.

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Little Chef Jr.

Gingerbread Person

Registration Required
Tuesday December 3 10:30am

Winter Garden Branch (Winter Garden - Program Area)

Event Categories: Cooking & Food

Bring a tasty gingerbread person to life with decorations and dressings. Adult participation required. Recommended for ages 3-5.

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Registration Required
Tuesday December 3 11:00am

West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center (Sarchet Community Room)

Event Categories: Cooking & Food

Assemble a winter treat in a jar! Layer festive cake, sweet frosting and colorful sprinkles to make a delicious gift! Adult participation required. Recommended for ages 3-5.

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Registration Required
Tuesday December 3 11:00am

North Orange Branch (Meeting Room)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Games & Activities

Brrr… it’s cold outside! Be sure to button up before coming to the library. Join us for stories, crafts, and activities all about buttons. Recommended for ages 3-5.

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No Registration Required
Tuesday December 3 4:30pm

Southeast Branch (Children's Area)

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

Brrr! It’s cold out there! Warm up with stories, math, science activities, and a craft featuring some icy friends. Recommended for ages 3-5.

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Registration Required
Tuesday December 3 4:30pm

Hiawassee Branch (Meeting Room)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting

Get in the Florida winter spirit. We will make snow men from sand, and dress them up for a fun beach day! Recommended for ages 6-12.

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No Registration Required
Tuesday December 3 4:30pm

South Creek Branch (Meeting Room)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting

Use a variety of art supplies to create unique cards for your loved ones this holiday season. Recommended for all ages.

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