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Viva Florida 500

Throughout 2013, OCLS will share a series of special programs, celebrations, exhibits, performances and more to mark the 500th anniversary of Juan Ponce de León's landing on Florida's east coast. Community members are cordially invited to our libraries to commemorate Florida's rich heritage and diverse cultural history.

Library Programs

4:00
PM

Viva Florida: Foods Florida Is Known For

Wednesday, June 19, 2013 at Hiawassee Branch

TB500 years ago, Ponce De Leon landed in Florida, claimed the entire North American Continent and a new culinary experience began. Come learn about Florida Food History and sample a taste of the past. Youth are welcome with an adult. Program will be taught by University of Florida IFAS Orange Count...

2:00
PM

Viva Florida: Reptiles and Amphibians of Central Florida

Sunday, June 23, 2013 at Orlando Public Library

Learn all about the exciting Reptiles and Amphibians in your own back yard and around the World. An hour long lecture and programs are presented by members of the Central Florida Herpetological Society. Great for professional scientists, hobbyists, photographers, and breeders. All ages welcome. Cont...

6:00
PM

Viva Florida: Florida Friendly Landscaping

Thursday, June 27, 2013 at West Oaks Branch

Get tips on all your landscaping needs and make your yard the best it can be! Kelly Greer with the University of Florida IFAS extension will share the Florida Yards & Neighborhoods Nine Principles, including plant selection, fertilization, irrigation and much more.Please call 407.835.7323 to reserve...

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Children's Programs

11:00
AM

SRP: Talako Indian Dancers

Friday, June 21, 2013 at Edgewater Branch

Enjoy a performance by this award-winning, non-profit performing youth organization, and learn about Florida's Native American history. #VivaFlorida...

11:00
AM

SRP: Sing Along and Laugh with Yehaa Bob!

Friday, June 21, 2013 at Herndon Branch

Come sing along, clap along, and laugh along with one of America's funniest entertainers. Join Yehaa Bob as he takes us on a musical journey through Florida's historic past! #VivaFlorida...

11:00
AM

SRP: Sing Along and Laugh with Yehaa Bob!

Monday, June 24, 2013 at Eatonville Branch

Come sing along, clap along, and laugh along with one of America's funniest entertainers. Join Yehaa Bob as he takes us on a musical journey through Florida's historic past! #VivaFlorida ...

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Library Resources

Celebrate Florida 500 Years of Hispanic Heritage Webliography

In recognition of the 500th anniversary of the State of Florida, the Orange County Library System created this webliography to promote and celebrate books and resources from its collection that reflect Hispanic Heritage in the State of Florida.

Florida Heritage Virtual Gallery

Discover the rich heritage of our great state through the many resources available through the Library. This Virtual Gallery provides databases, books, videos, and websites focused on the history of Florida.

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