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West Square Dancing Flyer

Square Dancing for Beginners - West

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Music

Age Group:

Adults, Teens
Library Branch: West Branch
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Music
Event Details:

Promenade on down to learn how to square dance in Modern Western Square Dance style.

Telescope Nights

Telescope Night - East

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
East Branch

Program Type:

Nature, Science, STEM Skills for Kids

Age Group:

Adults, Families, Kids, Teens
Library Branch: East Branch
Age Group: Adults, Families, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Nature, Science, STEM Skills for Kids
Event Details:

 

View the wonders of the night sky! A telescope will be set up to showcase the celestial sights.

Offered in Partnership with the Emil Buehler Planetarium, Seminole State College of Florida

Meet a Firefighter

Meet a Firefighter (Ages 3-8 & Families) - Central

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Branch Meeting Room at Central Branch

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Families, Kids
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Central Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Families, Kids
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

 

Geared toward ages 3-8 & families.

We have some very special guests visiting the Library: firefighters from the Seminole County Fire Department!

Telescope Nights

Telescope Night - West

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
West Branch

Program Type:

Nature, Science, STEM Skills for Kids

Age Group:

Adults, Families, Kids, Teens
Library Branch: West Branch
Age Group: Adults, Families, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Nature, Science, STEM Skills for Kids
Event Details:

 

View the wonders of the night sky! A telescope will be set up to showcase the celestial sights.

Offered in Partnership with the Emil Buehler Planetarium, Seminole State College of Florida

Tween Detective Lab

Tween Detective Lab (Exclusively for ages 8-12) - West

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
West Branch Meeting Room at West Branch

Program Type:

STEM Skills for Kids

Age Group:

Kids
Library Branch: West Branch
Room: West Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEM Skills for Kids
Registration Required
Event Details:

 

Exclusively for ages 8-12. Pre-registration is required; space is limited.

Learn about different ways detectives gather evidence when solving crimes!

This program is FREE.

Orchids

Theodore Mead and His Orchids - East

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
East Branch

Program Type:

History & Genealogy, Nature

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: East Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy, Nature
Event Details:

World-famous research horticulturist Theodore Mead was based in Oviedo for 50 years. During that time, he developed the first commercially available methods of propagating and hybridizing orchids.

Backwards Battle

Backwards Battle: The Battle for Camp Monroe and the Establishment of Fort Mellon - North

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
North Branch Meeting Room at North Branch

Program Type:

History & Genealogy

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Where was Fort Mellon? Bennett Lloyd, Coordinator of Seminole County Museum of History, will speak about Fort Mellon (early Sanford), its history and vital role in the Seminole Wars.

Free. For Adults. Registration not required.

Artist Trading Cards Flyer

Artist Trading Cards - Northwest

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Northwest Branch Meeting Room at Northwest Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Northwest Branch
Room: Northwest Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Inspired by a conceptual art project started in 1997, join us for an opportunity to create, trade, and collect free art.

Build a Rube Goldberg Machine for Tweens

Build a Rube Goldberg Machine for Tweens (Ages 8-12) - Central

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Central Branch Meeting Room at Central Branch

Program Type:

STEM Skills for Kids

Age Group:

Kids
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Central Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEM Skills for Kids
Registration Required
Event Details:

 

Are you interested in machines, engineering, or just making cool stuff?

American Sign Language Program at West Branch Library

American Sign Language - West

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
West Branch

Program Type:

Writing & Language

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: West Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Writing & Language
Event Details:

Curious about how to “speak” with your hands? Learn the basics of American Sign Language through the Transparent Language database.

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AARP Tax Assistance - West

12:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
West Branch
Library Branch: West Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Legal
Event Details:

Need help with your taxes? AARP will be providing free tax assistance at the West Branch in Longwood.

Appointments are available at 12:00, 1:00, 2:00, and 3:00 P.M.

Saturday Family Storytime - Central

10:00am–10:30am
Families, Kids
Central Branch
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Central Branch Storytime Room
Age Group: Families, Kids
Program Type: Early Literacy Program

Practicing early literacy and pre-reading skills is fun with stories, songs, and fingerplays!

 

FREE. For Kids ages 0-5 and Families. No registration required.

Meet a Firefighter (Ages 3-8 & Families) - North

10:30am–11:30am
Families, Kids
North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Families, Kids
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

 

Geared toward ages 3-8 & families.

We have some very special guests visiting the Library: firefighters from the Seminole County Fire Department!

The Wekiva Knitters - West

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Teens
West Branch
Library Branch: West Branch
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

 

Meet, mingle, and trade tips as you catch up on your "stitches." Knitters and chrocheters of all skill levels are welcome.

 

FREE. For Adults and Teens. Registration not required. 

Garden Swap - Central

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults, Families
Central Branch
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Central Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Families
Program Type: Nature
Event Details:

 

Tertulia Cuatro Gatos - North

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, History & Genealogy, Music, Writing & Language

 

Join the Tertulia and participate in our talks about literature, art, music, culture, and history! Everyone is welcome. This program is presented in Spanish.

 

¡Unete a la Tertulia y participa en nuestras charlas sobre literatura, arte, música, cultura e historia! Todos son bienvenidos. El programa es presentado en español.

 

FREE. For Adults. Registration not required. 

Genealogy Club -- Central

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Teens
Central Branch
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Central Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Event Details:

 

Writer's Block - East

3:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
East Branch
Library Branch: East Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Writing & Language

 

Gain tips to improve your writing in this hybrid program. Join in-person or on Zoom. Participate in “group” writing exercises, share written work and experiences, and receive feedback. Bring a short (3 to 5 minute) written piece to read aloud.

 

For information on joining us virtually through Zoom, or for more information about the program, please contact the East Branch Library.  

 

FREE. For Adults. Meets In-person and on Zoom. Registration not required. 

 

Wright-Patterson Mah Jongg - Northwest

4:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Northwest Branch
Library Branch: Northwest Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Strategy
Event Details:

 

Drop-in to play Wright Patterson Mah Jongg with other players. Learn from each other and practice your gameplay and strategy. New and experienced players are welcome.

 

Family Movie Night: Dog Man - North

5:30pm–7:30pm
Families
North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

 

Bring a blanket and snacks for your family and enjoy a free movie night at the library. Children must be accompanied by an adult.  

 

Movie we'll be watching: Dog Man

American Sign Language - West

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
West Branch
Library Branch: West Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Writing & Language
Event Details:

Curious about how to “speak” with your hands? Learn the basics of American Sign Language through the Transparent Language database.

Learn & Play (Ages 0-4) - Northwest

9:30am–11:30am
Families, Kids
Northwest Branch
Library Branch: Northwest Branch
Room: Northwest Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Families, Kids
Program Type: Early Literacy Program
Event Details:

 

Drop in to participate in fun activities tied to early literacy skills practice!

Learn how to use reading, writing, singing, talking, and playing at home to ensure your child is ready to read.

Lego Club - East

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids
East Branch
Library Branch: East Branch
Room: East Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: STEM Skills for Kids

Calling all Lego Builders! Build your own Lego creation, or collaborate with new friends. Legos provided.

 

FREE. For Kids ages 5+. No registration required.

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens - North

5:00pm–7:30pm
Teens
North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Exclusively for Teens, Games & Strategy

Exclusively for Teens, ages 13+.

Join our North Branch Library teens for D&D. All experience levels welcome. If you’ve never played, our expert coaches will teach you. No registration required.

Crochet Club - Northwest

5:00pm–7:45pm
Adults
Northwest Branch
Library Branch: Northwest Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

 

Meet, mingle, and trade tips with other crocheters. Bring your own projects, meet your friends, or make some new ones and catch up on your "stitches." New and experienced crocheters are welcome. 

 

FREE. For Adults. Registration not required.

D&D Miniature Figure Painting - West (Ages 13+ Only, Teens & Adults)

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adults, Teens
West Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: West Branch
Room: West Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Strategy
Registration Required
Event Details:

 

Pokémon: Trade and Play - Central

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults, Teens
Central Branch
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Central Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Games & Strategy
Event Details:

Do you want to catch’em all? Enthusiasts of both the card and Nintendo Switch games are invited for an evening of playing and trading.

Check'em Out Book Club - Central

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Central Branch
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Central Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Love to read? Want to talk about it? The Check'em Out Book Club at Central Branch Library will be having a lively discussion about the book of the month.

Meet a Firefighter (Ages 3-8 & Families) - West

10:30am–11:30am
Families, Kids
West Branch
Library Branch: West Branch
Room: West Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Families, Kids
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

 

Geared toward ages 3-8 & families.

We have some very special guests visiting the Library: firefighters from the Seminole County Fire Department!

Squeegee Art for Teens (13+) - Northwest

3:00pm–4:30pm
Teens
Northwest Branch
Library Branch: Northwest Branch
Room: Northwest Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Exclusively for Teens
Event Details:

 

Exclusively for Teens, 13+.

Using a squeegee and acrylic paints, we will explore the abstract art form of Squeegee Art.

No registration is required. This program is FREE.

Chess Club - North

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids, Teens
North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games & Strategy

 

Play chess with other kids! Practice your strategy and moves. Learn from each other and from teen volunteers.

 

Chess Club is for those in elementary, middle, and high school. No registration is required; this program is FREE.

Flying Needles - North

5:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

 

Meet, mingle, and trade tips with other needle crafters. Bring your own projects, meet your friends, or make some new ones as you catch up on your "stitches." New and experienced needle crafters are welcome. 

 

FREE. For Adults. Registration not required. 

Guitar Club - Central

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Central Branch
Library Branch: Central Branch
Room: Central Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music

 

Let's make music together! Jam with fellow guitar enthusiasts of all skill levels, connect with other music lovers, and try your hand at musical improvising. Other stringed instruments such as ukulele, mandolin, etc. are welcome.

 

FREE. For Adults. Registration not required. 

Game Night - North

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
North Branch
Library Branch: North Branch
Room: North Branch Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Strategy
Event Details:

Whether you enjoy playing board games or are looking for something new, our fun game night series is the place to be! Games will be provided by the library, but feel free to bring your own.