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A New Branch on the Horizon: Library Events Already in Horizon West
Library Pop-up Events Emerge Ahead of Horizon West Branch Opening
OCLS hosts events for all ages in Horizon West
Concept Meets Construction
Construction of the long-awaited Horizon West library branch is currently underway, exciting Horizon Westers of all ages.
In anticipation of the new library branch, the Orange County Library System (OCLS) is offering a variety of outreach events in Horizon West's Waterleigh neighborhood that hope to connect our community before the library’s official opening later this year.
Our new branch has been designed with the future Horizon West Regional Park in mind, offering 20,000 square feet of library space along with OCLS’s first planned outdoor events area.
The branch and joining park space is designed to serve as a community hub, offering not only books and digital resources, but also a range of cultural and educational events to our Horizon West community.
In November, Horizon West community leaders and residents gathered for the official groundbreaking ceremony of the Horizon West library, located between Horizon West's Town Center and the Village of Bridgewater, off Hamlin Groves Trail.
Community leaders and residents gather for groundbreaking of the Horizon West library
Clubs & Classes
In preparation for the branch's grand opening, OCLS is keeping residents engaged with a variety of ongoing events and programs in Horizon West.
These programs give a preview of what’s to come at the new library while offering opportunities for residents to connect with like-minded neighbors.
Below are just a few of the exciting OCLS pop-up events happening now in Horizon West:
Horizon West Library Events
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Horizon West Kids Book ClubList Item 1
A fun and interactive book club for young readers, where kids are encouraged to discuss a variety of books.
Meetings are held at the Waterleigh Phase 2 Clubhouse, located at 16150 Pebble Bluff Loop, Winter Garden, FL 34787.
Recommended for kids ages 7 and up. No registration required.
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Horizon West Crafts Class for AdultsList Item 2
For adults who enjoy crafting, OCLS offers a monthly class where you can make no-sew, beginner-friendly crafts.
All supplies are provided, but registration is required.
Located at 16150 Pebble Bluff Loop, Winter Garden, FL, 34787.
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Family Storytime in Horizon WestList Item 3
Bring the whole family out for a fun-filled library program right in your neighborhood.
This family-friendly storytime session is held at the Waterleigh Community Clubhouse, 16150 Pebble Bluff Loop, Winter Garden, FL 34787.
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Horizon West Book Club: Waterleigh Day Time ReadersList Item 4
If you’re a book lover, join OCLS for the Waterleigh Daytime Readers Book Club.
Meetings are held at the Waterleigh Community Clubhouse, 16150 Pebble Bluff Loop, Winter Garden, FL 34787.
OCLS Resources
In addition to these in-person events, OCLS encourages the Horizon West community to utilize the following resources ahead of the branch’s grand opening:
• Get Your OCLS Library Card Online
• Borrow Books and Media Using Free Home Delivery
• Return Library Materials via OCLS Drop Box in Hamlin
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for More OCLS Library Pop-Up Events in Horizon West
• Visit a HW Little Free Library Box to Give a Book or Borrow One
Stay Connected
As the Horizon West library branch takes shape, residents are also encouraged to continue providing input via this community survey. This is an exciting opportunity for residents to help craft community spaces that will meet the unique needs of Horizon West as it grows.
For more details about upcoming Horizon West library branch events, visit our information page here.
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