August 7, 2008

Southwest Book Club Meets August 26

the descendants.jpgThe Southwest Book Club will meet on Tuesday, August 26, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at the Southwest Library to discuss the book, The Descendants by Kauri Hart Hemmings

Narrated in a bold, fearless, hilarious voice and set against the lush, panoramic backdrop of Hawaii, The Descendants is a stunning debut novel about an unconventional family forced to come together through a time of betrayal and loss and re-create its own legacy.

The book may be reserved for home delivery or location pick-up at http://www.ocls.info

Anyone age 18 or older is welcome to attend. The book club meets monthly at the Southwest Branch Library. For more information, please call 407.835.7323 or email southwest@ocls.info

If you are unable to attend the meeting or you would like to join our discussion, you can share your thoughts or comments about the book here. Simply click "Comments" located at the bottom of this post. Join the discussion!

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August 6, 2008

Orlando Oriental Brush Painting Society Exhibit July - September

The Orlando Oriental Brush Painting Society is exhibiting their artwork and tools of the trade at Southwest Library this July through September.

The Society is a group of artists continuing their education in the ancient techniques of Chinese Brush Painting. Chinese Brush Painting is the oldest art form in the world. The artist's tools include an ink stone, ink stick, bamboo brush, and rice paper. The use of lines and strokes are the elements that give Chinese painting its unique quality. It requires discipline and trust in the process to master.

The Orlando Oriental Brush Painting Society had been featured on PBS's Arts Connection on Channel WMFE and in the July 2007 issue of the Central Florida Lifestyle magazine.

For more information, please call 407.835.7323 or email southwest@ocls.info

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July 28, 2008

Summer Reading Program - Trip to Japan July 23

MVC-005F.JPGOn July 23, Southwest Branch shelver, Kahori Sora-Choukroun aka Jasmine took kids on a trip to Japan -but this trip included no baggage and airports. Jasmine shared stories and articles of interest from her native country of Japan. Some of which included a kimono, books written in Japanese, a mini-Zen garden, and Japanese fans. Participants even got a chance to practice using chopsticks and to make their own fans.
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July 22, 2008

Helpful Tips for a Healthy You Program July 26

drkitade.jpgOur body is constantly trying to recover from daily stress. Dr. Alexander Kitade, Doctor of Oriental Medicine at the Kitade Wellness Center in Orlando will teach participants about alternative medicine and introduce them to quick and effective exercises they can practice in their home or office that promote healthy living.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn to be more healthy!




Saturday, July 26
11:00 a.m.
Southwest Library
407.835.7323
southwest@ocls.info
Reservations Required

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July 21, 2008

Photo Gallery- Origami for Kids Program July 12

Dr. Kitade and staff from the Kitade Wellness Center instructed kids and grown-ups in the ancient art of paperfolding called origami. The results - simply beautiful!
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July 17, 2008

Photo Gallery -Walk Like an Egyptian Program

MVC-002F.JPGegyptian12On July 9 kids and grown-ups came to learn about pharoahs, pyramids, mummies, and hieroglyphics at the Walk Like an Egyptian program; part of the library's Summer Reading Program. Hey, these "mommy mummies" are having fun! MVC-007F.JPG

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July 16, 2008

Summer At Southwest!!!

MVC-002F.JPG July is National Grilling Month so be sure to stop by the Southwest Library and look at the different materials we have on display on grilling and other fun activities to do this summer!!!

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