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Intro to Improv

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Imagination Room at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts
Age Group:
Tween, Teen
Details:

1st and 3rd Tuesdays, Nov-May I 6-7:30 PM I IMAGINATION ROOM Grades 5-12. Learn the fundamentals of improvisational acting in this series that will focus on fun skill-building a...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Imagination Room
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Creative Arts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:

1st and 3rd Tuesdays, Nov-May I 6-7:30 PM I IMAGINATION ROOM

Your Wellness: Crystal Bowl Sound Meditation

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Murrah Community Room at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Health & Living
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

Join Certified Meditation Instructor Camille Sacco for community + connection, and to learn the basics of meditation while experiencing a crystal bowl sound bath. Attendees can ...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Murrah Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health & Living
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:

Join Certified Meditation Instructor Camille Sacco for community + connection, and to learn the basics of meditation while experiencing a crystal bowl sound bath.

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Tales for Twos

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 9:15am - 10:00am
Imagination Room at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Stories, Language & Lit
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Details:

Ages 24 - 36 months. Bring your terrific tots to this interactive storytime that includes fun with books, songs, fingerplays and movement. We encourage full and acti...

Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Imagination Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Stories, Language & Lit
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Details:

Ages 24 - 36 months. Bring your terrific tots to this interactive storytime that includes fun with books, songs, fingerplays and movement. We encourage full and active participation of the accompanying adults. 

Disclaimer(s)

Priority registration for high-demand events is given to full-service library cardholders, while others can join a waitlist. Three days before the event, waitlisted individuals may gain access if spots are available.
 
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Preschool Express

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Imagination Room at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Stories, Language & Lit
Age Group:
Preschool
Details:

Ages 3 - 5 years. Preschoolers will enjoy listening and learning through stories, song, and play. We encourage full and active participation of the accompanying adult. Du...

Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Imagination Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Stories, Language & Lit
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Details:

Ages 3 - 5 years. Preschoolers will enjoy listening and learning through stories, song, and play. We encourage full and active participation of the accompanying adult. Duration: 30 minutes

Disclaimer(s)

Priority registration for high-demand events is given to full-service library cardholders, while others can join a waitlist. Three days before the event, waitlisted individuals may gain access if spots are available.
 

Ornament Open House

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Imagination Room at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tween, Teen, Adult
Details:

Ages 3+. Drop-in and make a few festive ornaments to decorate for the holidays or give as gifts. While supplies last. No enrollment required.

Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Community Imagination Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tween, Teen, Adult
Program Type: Creative Arts
Details:

Ages 3+. Drop-in and make a few festive ornaments to decorate for the holidays or give as gifts.

While supplies last. No enrollment required.

Photoshop for the Holidays: Part 2

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Dream Room Lab at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Technology & Gaming
Age Group:
Adult
Photoshop for the Holidays: Part 2:

Ages 18+. Continue to put the finishing touches on your family holiday card using some advanced techniques such as layer masking, shadow effects, and more.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Dream Room Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 11

Ages 18+. Continue to put the finishing touches on your family holiday card using some advanced techniques such as layer masking, shadow effects, and more.

Teen Book Guild

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
The Hideout at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Stories, Language & Lit
Age Group:
Teen
Details:

Grades 8-12. The Teen Book Guild is a volunteer opportunity for teens who love to read and talk about YA books. Their purpose is to advocate for and spread that love of readin...

Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: The Hideout
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Stories, Language & Lit
Details:

Grades 8-12. The Teen Book Guild is a volunteer opportunity for teens who love to read and talk about YA books. Their purpose is to advocate for and spread that love of reading to other teens in the community.

Central Florida Acoustic Fingerstyle Guitar

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Murrah Community Room at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Performing Arts
Age Group:
Tween, Teen, Adult
Details:

Any person interested in listening to or playing acoustic fingerstyle guitar is welcome to join this free monthly gathering that is free and open to the public. Guests may bring th...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Murrah Community Room
Age Group: Tween, Teen, Adult
Program Type: Performing Arts
Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Details:

Any person interested in listening to or playing acoustic fingerstyle guitar is welcome to join this free monthly gathering that is free and open to the public. Guests may bring their own guitars and play along with the group or solo. 

Better Read Book Club

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Collaboration Room 3 at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Stories, Language & Lit
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

Readers meet the third Wednesday of the month to discuss and share insights. All kinds of books are welcome, whether they are fiction, nonfiction, classic or contemporary. &nb...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Collaboration Room 3
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Stories, Language & Lit
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Details:

Readers meet the third Wednesday of the month to discuss and share insights. All kinds of books are welcome, whether they are fiction, nonfiction, classic or contemporary.  

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Wobbly Walkers

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 9:15am - 10:00am
Imagination Room at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Stories, Language & Lit
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Details:

Ages 13 - 24 months. Singing, dancing and moving to rhymes and simple stories will introduce young children to the joys of language and literature. We encourage full...

Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Imagination Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Stories, Language & Lit
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Details:

Ages 13 - 24 months. Singing, dancing and moving to rhymes and simple stories will introduce young children to the joys of language and literature. We encourage full and active participation of accompanying adults.&

Disclaimer(s)

Priority registration for high-demand events is given to full-service library cardholders, while others can join a waitlist. Three days before the event, waitlisted individuals may gain access if spots are available.
 
Smiling child

Tales for Twos

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Imagination Room at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Stories, Language & Lit
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Details:

Ages 24 - 36 months. Bring your terrific tots to this interactive storytime that includes fun with books, songs, fingerplays and movement. We encourage full and acti...

Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Imagination Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Stories, Language & Lit
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Details:

Ages 24 - 36 months. Bring your terrific tots to this interactive storytime that includes fun with books, songs, fingerplays and movement. We encourage full and active participation of the accompanying adults. 

Disclaimer(s)

Priority registration for high-demand events is given to full-service library cardholders, while others can join a waitlist. Three days before the event, waitlisted individuals may gain access if spots are available.
 

Girls Who Code

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Dream Room Lab at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Technology & Gaming
Age Group:
Tween, Teen
Details:

Girls in grades 5-12 are invited to this free and fun weekly course introducing topics like artificial intelligence, graphics, game design, cryptography and app development. You’ll...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Dream Room Lab
Age Group: Tween, Teen
Program Type: Technology & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Details:

Girls in grades 5-12 are invited to this free and fun weekly course introducing topics like artificial intelligence, graphics, game design, cryptography and app development.

Armchair Detectives Book Club

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Collaboration Room 3 at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Stories, Language & Lit
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

Mystery lovers meet on the third Thursday of the month to discuss what they're reading.  Email Emily McQuade at emcquade@winterparklibrary.org for suggested reading li...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Collaboration Room 3
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Stories, Language & Lit
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Details:

Mystery lovers meet on the third Thursday of the month to discuss what they're reading. 

Email Emily McQuade at emcquade@winterparklibrary.org for suggested reading lists and more information. 

Santa and Mrs. Claus

Stories with Santa

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Imagination Room at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Stories, Language & Lit
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Details:

 Ages 2 - 7. Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus and hear stories about his adventures. After the stories, stay and take a photo with Santa.Registration is required and seating is limit...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Community Imagination Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Stories, Language & Lit
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:

 Ages 2 - 7. Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus and hear stories about his adventures. After the stories, stay and take a photo with Santa.

Disclaimer(s)

Priority registration for high-demand events is given to full-service library cardholders, while others can join a waitlist. Three days before the event, waitlisted individuals may gain access if spots are available.
 

Jane Austen Society of North America

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Murrah Community Room at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Stories, Language & Lit
Age Group:
Adult
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Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Murrah Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Stories, Language & Lit

Kids Cooking Club: Holiday Treats

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Imagination Room at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Health & Living
Age Group:
Children
Details:

Grades K-5. Kids are taking over the kitchen in this monthly series! Learn basic food safety and cooking skills in this fun with food hands-on experience.  Enrollment ...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Imagination Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Health & Living
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Details:

Grades K-5. Kids are taking over the kitchen in this monthly series! Learn basic food safety and cooking skills in this fun with food hands-on experience. 

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Holiday Tales

Sunday, December 22, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Edyth Bush Theatre at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Stories, Language & Lit
Age Group:
Children, Tween, Teen, Adult
Details:

Ages 5+. Join the Storytellers of Central Florida as the regale us with stories of the holidays.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Edyth Bush Theatre
Age Group: Children, Tween, Teen, Adult
Program Type: Stories, Language & Lit
Required
Seats Remaining: 48
Details:

Ages 5+. Join the Storytellers of Central Florida as the regale us with stories of the holidays.

Last Minute Gifts

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
The Hideout at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts, Health & Living
Age Group:
Teen
Details:

Grades 8-12. Pressed for time and need some gifts fast? Create a stylish Sharpie dot mug and cute homemade hair clips—and while you're at it, whip up some Oreo ornaments just ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: The Hideout
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Creative Arts, Health & Living
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Details:

Grades 8-12. Pressed for time and need some gifts fast? Create a stylish Sharpie dot mug and cute homemade hair clips—and while you're at it, whip up some Oreo ornaments just for you!

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Kids Make!

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Imagination Room at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts
Age Group:
Children
Details:

Grades K – 5. Go beyond crayons! Explore the world of art and crafts. Work with cool and creative art/craft mediums and join in the fun of expressing yourself. Please dress for mes...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Community Imagination Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Creative Arts
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Details:

Grades K – 5. Go beyond crayons! Explore the world of art and crafts. Work with cool and creative art/craft mediums and join in the fun of expressing yourself. Please dress for mess.

Enrollment is required per child.  

Open Tech Time

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Dream Room Lab at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Technology & Gaming
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

Ages 18+. Got tech questions? Join us for Open Tech Time, where you can drop in and get personalized help with your technology needs. Whether you're struggling with a smartphone, c...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Dream Room Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Details:

Ages 18+. Got tech questions? Join us for Open Tech Time, where you can drop in and get personalized help with your technology needs. Whether you're struggling with a smartphone, computer, or any device, our staff is ready to assist.

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Game On! Dungeons & Dragons

Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Hideout at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Technology & Gaming
Age Group:
Tween
Details:

Grades 5-7. Battle monsters, solve mysteries and write your own heroic epic! All levels welcome. This Dungeons & Dragons class will be a four-part series. ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: The Hideout
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Technology & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Details:

Grades 5-7. Battle monsters, solve mysteries and write your own heroic epic! All levels welcome.

This Dungeons & Dragons class will be a four-part series.

Pokemon characters

Pokémon Gym

Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
The Hideout at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Technology & Gaming
Age Group:
Children, Tween
Details:

Grades 3-7. Calling all trainers! Bring your Pokémon cards to battle and trade with fellow players.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: The Hideout
Age Group: Children, Tween
Program Type: Technology & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Details:

Grades 3-7. Calling all trainers! Bring your Pokémon cards to battle and trade with fellow players.

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Game On! Dungeons & Dragons

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Hideout at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Technology & Gaming
Age Group:
Tween
Details:

Grades 5-7. Battle monsters, solve mysteries and write your own heroic epic! All levels welcome. This Dungeons & Dragons class will be a four-part series. ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: The Hideout
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Technology & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Details:

Grades 5-7. Battle monsters, solve mysteries and write your own heroic epic! All levels welcome.

This Dungeons & Dragons class will be a four-part series.

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Game On! Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Hideout at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Technology & Gaming
Age Group:
Tween
Details:

Grades 5-7. Battle monsters, solve mysteries and write your own heroic epic! All levels welcome. This Dungeons & Dragons class will be a four-part series. ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: The Hideout
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Technology & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Details:

Grades 5-7. Battle monsters, solve mysteries and write your own heroic epic! All levels welcome.

This Dungeons & Dragons class will be a four-part series.