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Story Sacks for Kids

All Day 12/1 - 12/15
Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Stories, Language & Lit
Age Group:
Preschool, Children
Details:

Ages 3 - 9. Sign up each month to get one of these Story Sacks. Each bag will contain surprise books and a selection of activities and surprises!Here’s how it works:Step ...

Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Stories, Language & Lit
Details:

Ages 3 - 9. Sign up each month to get one of these Story Sacks. Each bag will contain surprise books and a selection of activities and surprises!

Here’s how it works:

Simple Stitch Society

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Memory Lab at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts
Age Group:
Children, Tween, Teen
Details:

Age 8 - 17. Would you like to learn to crochet? This class welcomes beginners and intermediate crocheters wanting to start their fiber arts journey! Enroll using the form belo...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Memory Lab
Age Group: Children, Tween, Teen
Program Type: Creative Arts
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Details:

Age 8 - 17. Would you like to learn to crochet? This class welcomes beginners and intermediate crocheters wanting to start their fiber arts journey! Enroll using the form below or call 407-623-3300 ext. 3.

Intro to Improv

Tuesday, December 3, 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

Storytellers of Central Florida

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Edyth Bush Theatre at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Stories, Language & Lit
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

Experienced and fledgling tellers gather monthly to share stories and practice their craft. This event is free and open to the public.

Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Edyth Bush Theatre
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Stories, Language & Lit
Details:

Experienced and fledgling tellers gather monthly to share stories and practice their craft. This event is free and open to the public.

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Tales for Twos

Wednesday, December 4, 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...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Imagination Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Stories, Language & Lit
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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 4, 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...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Imagination Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Stories, Language & Lit
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.
 

iPhones

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

Ages 18+. If you’re curious about what an iPhone can do and why it’s so popular, come to this lecture. You’ll learn about the latest iPhone, its features and what to consider if yo...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Dream Room Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Details:

Ages 18+. If you’re curious about what an iPhone can do and why it’s so popular, come to this lecture. You’ll learn about the latest iPhone, its features and what to consider if you’re thinking of buying one.

Teen Advisory Board

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Imagination Room at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
School & Careers
Age Group:
Teen
Details:

Share your time, creativity, and enthusiasm to make the library a better resource and space for teens. A volunteer service opportunity. PLEASE NOTE: Teen volunteer opportunitie...

Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Community Imagination Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: School & Careers
Details:

Share your time, creativity, and enthusiasm to make the library a better resource and space for teens. A volunteer service opportunity.

Recording Studio Essentials

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Recording Studio at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Technology & Gaming
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

Come learn recording basics to create your own music or spoken-word project. The studio is available to full-service cardholders; attending this class is required to use the studio...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Recording Studio
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Details:

Come learn recording basics to create your own music or spoken-word project. The studio is available to full-service cardholders; attending this class is required to use the studio.

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Wobbly Walkers

Thursday, December 5, 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...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Imagination Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Stories, Language & Lit
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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 5, 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...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Imagination Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Stories, Language & Lit
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
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.
 
blue mushroom lamp

Get Crafty! Mushroom Lamp Making

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Imagination Room at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Details:

Come along with us for an evening of crafty fun! Create something you can proudly display. Craft changes monthly. Materials provided. Sign-up for each session is recommended. ...

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

Come along with us for an evening of crafty fun! Create something you can proudly display. Craft changes monthly. Materials provided. Sign-up for each session is recommended. 

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Introduction to Composting Class

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Edyth Bush Theatre at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Health & Living
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

Learn how to turn yard and kitchen waste into organic matter to use as a soil amendment, mulch, and potting soil. By composting, you can help reduce your overall landfill contribut...

Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Edyth Bush Theatre
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health & Living
Details:

Learn how to turn yard and kitchen waste into organic matter to use as a soil amendment, mulch, and potting soil.

Girls Who Code

Thursday, December 5, 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.

Wee Explorers

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 9:15am - 10:00am
Imagination Room at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Technology & Gaming
Age Group:
Preschool
Details:

Ages 3-5. Explore STEAM – Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math – concepts through stories and hands-on activities. Classes may focus on one or more areas. Please dress fo...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Imagination Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Technology & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Details:

Ages 3-5. Explore STEAM – Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math – concepts through stories and hands-on activities. Classes may focus on one or more areas. Please dress for mess.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Power Your Self-Resilience: Wisdom & Practice

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Murrah Community Room at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Health & Living
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

Learn gentle chair Yoga movement, breathing and meditation, and science based HeartMath® self-regulation techniques for managing stress and building resilience. Partnership with Ke...

Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Murrah Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health & Living
Details:

Learn gentle chair Yoga movement, breathing and meditation, and science based HeartMath® self-regulation techniques for managing stress and building resilience. Partnership with Keep Winter Park Beautiful.

Brown and green graphic describing the Author Salon event with a photo of the author and a photo of the book cover.

Author Salon: Suzanne Allain

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Edyth Bush Theatre at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Stories, Language & Lit
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

Ages 18+. In her new book, 'The Wrong Lady Meets Lord Right,' a young woman trades places with her noble cousin and their innocent ruse leads to true love. Ms. Allain is the author...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Edyth Bush Theatre
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Stories, Language & Lit
Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Details:

Ages 18+. In her new book, 'The Wrong Lady Meets Lord Right,' a young woman trades places with her noble cousin and their innocent ruse leads to true love. Ms.

Descolonizarte TEATRO

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Edyth Bush Theatre at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

¡Descubriremos y compartiremos juntos mientras exploramos diferentes temas que rodean el teatro, la actuación y la vida! Este Taller es en español con traducción al inglés cuando s...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Edyth Bush Theatre
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Creative Arts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Details:

¡Descubriremos y compartiremos juntos mientras exploramos diferentes temas que rodean el teatro, la actuación y la vida! Este Taller es en español con traducción al inglés cuando sea necesario.

Park It at the Market

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Outreach
Program Type:
Stories, Language & Lit
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Details:

Ages 2-5 years. Preschoolers will listen and learn through stories, song, and play. We encourage full and active participation of the accompanying adult. Bring your own blanket to ...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Stories, Language & Lit
Details:

Ages 2-5 years. Preschoolers will listen and learn through stories, song, and play. We encourage full and active participation of the accompanying adult. Bring your own blanket to sit on the ground. No enrollment required.

Past Meets Present: The Attack on Pearl Harbor

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Edyth Bush Theatre at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
History & Culture
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Details:

“Yesterday, December 7, 1941 a date which will live in infamy” is how President Franklin D Roosevelt opened his speech before Congress asking for a declaration of war.  J...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Edyth Bush Theatre
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: History & Culture
Required
Seats Remaining: 55
Details:

“Yesterday, December 7, 1941 a date which will live in infamy” is how President Franklin D Roosevelt opened his speech before Congress asking for a declaration of war.  Join Valencia College Professor Carl Creasman to investigate the cru

Munchies & A Movie: Ice Age

Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Community Imagination Room at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Performing Arts
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tween
Details:

Ages 2-12. Bring your lunch and a blanket while you watch a family film. Small munchies provided. This movie is rated "PG".

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

Ages 2-12. Bring your lunch and a blanket while you watch a family film. Small munchies provided. This movie is rated "PG".

Book cover

Baldwin Book Club - "Devil in a Blue Dress" by Walter Mosely

Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Memory Lab at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Stories, Language & Lit
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

The Baldwin Book Club discusses books focused on the African American experience in the United States.2024 reading titles are: Dec 8: Devil in a blue dress: an Easy Rawlins no...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Memory Lab
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Stories, Language & Lit
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Details:

The Baldwin Book Club discusses books focused on the African American experience in the United States.

2024 reading titles are: 

One World, Many Beliefs: It Isn't What You Think

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Murrah Community Room at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
History & Culture
Age Group:
Adult
Details:

Are you curious about diverse faiths and beliefs? Learn what makes each one different in this monthly series. Presenters will be available until 1:30 PM for questions. This month's...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Winter Park Library
Room: Murrah Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: History & Culture
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Details:

Are you curious about diverse faiths and beliefs? Learn what makes each one different in this monthly series. Presenters will be available until 1:30 PM for questions. This month's topic is the Unitarian Universalist Association.

Warhammer Alliance Meetup

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
The Hideout at Winter Park Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts, Technology & Gaming
Age Group:
Tween, Teen
Details:

Grades 5-12. Collect, build, paint, play, read, and meet others interested in Warhammer, a tabletop miniature wargame. All experience and interest levels are welcome!

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

Grades 5-12. Collect, build, paint, play, read, and meet others interested in Warhammer, a tabletop miniature wargame. All experience and interest levels are welcome!