Virtual Event: Bullying/Cyberbullying

Online Class: Adobe Acrobat Level 1

Mon, Sep 28, 10:00am - 11:30am

Learn graphic concepts and terminology. Become familiar with the basic tools required to edit and retouch digital images. Recommended Audience: Adult

Mon, Sep 28, 10:00am - 11:00am

PDF files are one of the most common file types to share. Learn how you can edit text and images, reorder pages and export PDF files with Adobe Acrobat.

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Online Class: Let's Knit Squares - Lines Square - Confident Beginner Level

Mon, Sep 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Build your knitting skills block by block. Learn how to make a blanket from twelve unique squares. Create the Lines square, a stockinette pattern with alternating purl lines and a seed stitch border.

Virtual Event: Adobe Photoshop - HDR Photography

Mon, Sep 28, 10:00am - 11:00am

Create spectacular and vibrant images through high dynamic range (HDR) photography. Learn the basic camera settings necessary and merge photos into an HDR image using adjustment layers.

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Virtual Event: Stress Buster Art: Mandalas - Art Week

Mon, Sep 28, 10:30am - 11:45am

Experience the relaxing and meditative powers of mandalas. Learn how to draw your own or print out mandala designs to color or paint. Ages 18+

Virtual Event: Artsy Toddler - Art Week

Mon, Sep 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Paint, paste, glue, stamp and create! Young children will enjoy stories, songs and exploring age-appropriate art experiences. We're learning about Frida Kahlo! Recommended for toddlers.

Virtual Event: An Introduction to 3D Modeling with TinkerCAD

Mon, Sep 28, 11:00am - 12:15pm

New to 3D modeling? This class will ease you into the world of 3D modeling with free software that's easy to use. Join us to build a toy with TinkerCAD.

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Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Black and White Effects

Mon, Sep 28, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Make photos pop with black and white effects. Learn multiple ways to convert photos to black and white, apply adjustment layers and create enhancing effects.

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Online Class: Adobe Acrobat Level 2

Mon, Sep 28, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Have you ever received a PDF file that needed to be filled in, but it did not include fields to enter information? Learn to fill out, sign, and create auto forms any PDF file with Adobe Acrobat.

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Virtual Event: Adobe Photoshop - Skin Retouching

Mon, Sep 28, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Discover how to achieve flawless and smooth skin on your photographs. Work with commonly used tools and techniques to remove blemishes, soften skin and restore an image's texture.

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Mon, Sep 28, 11:45am - 1:15pm

Learn how to use selection tools and layers. Recommended Audience: Adult

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Mon, Sep 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

VIrtual Event: Writing Clearly is a grammar and writing course for Intermediate Learner focuses on grammar complex ideas, including sentence structures, phrases, and vocabulary building.

Online Class: Adobe Acrobat Level 3

Mon, Sep 28, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Take an average photo and make it pop. Learn basic color correction techniques and make global and location adjustments to images in Adobe Camera Raw.

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Mon, Sep 28, 12:45pm - 1:45pm

Make professional and interactive forms. Learn to create forms with text, dates, drop-down lists, radio buttons and checkboxes that are easy to use for business.

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Virtual Event: Homeschool Meetup - Juan Gris and Cubism

Mon, Sep 28, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Explore the world of Juan Gris and his distinct art style, cubism. Ages 6-12.

Virtual Event: Intermediate 3D Modeling with TinkerCAD

Mon, Sep 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

New to 3D modeling? This intermediate class will build on your introduction to the world of 3D modeling with free software that's easy to use. Join us to build a toy with TinkerCAD.

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Virtual Event: Speaking Clearly Beginners

Mon, Sep 28, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Identify the basic features and tools to get you started. Learn how to create a presentation by using templates, text, and picture files.

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Mon, Sep 28, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Speaking Clearly is a pronunciation class for beginners. The class is designed to introduce learners to the basics of the sounds of English for pronunciation.

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Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Smoke and Fire Text Effects

Mon, Sep 28, 1:45pm - 2:45pm

Make simple text appear sensational! Learn to use filters, adjustment layers and brush tools to create text the appears to be on fire or a cloud of smoke.

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Mon, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce very young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together.

Virtual Event: How to Draw Caricatures - Art Week

Mon, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Join us for a virtual sewing open lab. We will do our best to answer questions or come share current projects. You will receive an email with a link to access the event from your host.

Mon, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn to draw portraits, cartoons, and dynamic faces from the comfort of your home! Pencils, erasers, and paper required.

Online Class: Adobe Acrobat Level 4

Mon, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Make professional and interactive forms. Learn to create forms that can calculate costs and add action buttons to make processes fast and easy.

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Virtual Event: DSLR - Audio Recorders

Mon, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Improve your DSLR videos by capturing sound to an external recorder. Learn about key features and settings for capturing the sound environment with portable audio recorders.

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Virtual Event: Creole Connect

Mon, Sep 28, 2:45pm - 3:45pm

Capture your audience attention with a visually compelling presentation. Learn how to insert and customize SmartArt graphics, tables, charts and video.

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Mon, Sep 28, 3:00pm - 4:15pm

Meet up each week through Zoom to interact with other Haitian Creole speakers and learn from each other.

Virtual Event: Macaroni Mania

Mon, Sep 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

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Mon, Sep 28, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Join us for a fun afternoon as we decorate a colorful pasta fish with elbows pasta. Recommended for lower to upper elementary.

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Virtual Event: Family Art Adventure - Rafael Lopez (ages 5+) - Art Week

Mon, Sep 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Explore art as a family. Families will learn about the artistic style of illustrator and muralist Rafael Lopez, then create art in his style. Recommended for families with children 5 and up.

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Mon, Sep 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Get more precise control over your presentation. Learn how to insert slide transitions, add animations and hyperlinks. Create a customized photo album with simple to use tools.

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Virtual Event: D&D with the Library

Mon, Sep 28, 4:15pm - 5:15pm

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Mon, Sep 28, 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Come join us on Zoom for a virtual adventure and some digital dice throwing while playing the world's greatest role-playing game: Dungeons and Dragons.

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Virtual Event: Fundamentals of Music - Basic Music Theory

Mon, Sep 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Ideal for students with little to no musical knowledge. Come and learn some basic theory. Sept 28 & 29 : Core Principles, Sept 30 & Oct 1 : Scales and Keys, Oct 2 & 3 : Intervals and Chords. ...

Virtual Event: "Hola Amigos" - Spanish from Zero for Kids

Mon, Sep 28, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Virtual Event: Basic Spanish for Children and Tweens

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Virtual Event: Write-In with Alafaya - Art Week

Mon, Sep 28, 5:45pm - 6:45pm

Bring your drafts and join your fellow writers for a virtual write-in. Not sure what to write? Writing prompts will be provided for your inspiration.

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Virtual Event: Gaining Financial Control Of Your Divorce

Mon, Sep 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Before making any financial decisions regarding your divorce, become aware of potential pitfalls and learn the smart questions you should be asking.

Mon, Sep 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas.

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Virtual Event: Quarantining With Comics - Art Week

Mon, Sep 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Join us to learn different English idioms and phrases that are used to communicate on a daily basis.

Mon, Sep 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Join graphic novelist and UCF professor Nathan Holic as he discusses how autobiographical comics can help you explore your experiences throughout the pandemic.

Virtual Event: Sesame Street Storytime

Tue, Sep 29, 10:00am - 11:00am

Sing, dance and learn your way through the alphabet and numbers inspired by Plaza Sésamo in this bilingual storytime! Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Tue, Sep 29, 10:00am - 11:30am

Learn how to use layer styles, custom shapes, text tool, gradient tool, save and print. Recommended Audience: Adult

Online Class: Sewing - Beginner Applique - Intermediate Level

Tue, Sep 29, 10:00am - 11:30am

Learn the basic features of QuickBooks to get you started in organizing your personal or business finances. Recommended Audience: Adult

Tue, Sep 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Turn scraps of fabric into beautiful designs using different stitches and stabilizers. Learn three great methods to applique with a sewing machine.

Virtual Event: Adobe Illustrator Level 1

Tue, Sep 29, 10:00am - 11:00am

Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas.

Tue, Sep 29, 10:00am - 11:00am

Turn scanned drawings into sleek vector graphics. Apply several design techniques and use common editing tools to trace and color artwork as well as manage objects and layers.

Virtual Event: Paint a Rainbow - Art Week

Tue, Sep 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

BASIC Spanish- Come and learn the basic sounds of Spanish.

Tue, Sep 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, and you! Let's celebrate the colors of the rainbow with stories, songs, and a craft!

Virtual Event: Fundamentals of Sound for Audio Engineering

Tue, Sep 29, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Explore the fundamentals of sound theory. Discuss how the physics of sound affects recordings. Learn key digital audio concepts, including sample rate, bit depth and file types.

Virtual Event: Adobe Illustrator Level 2

Tue, Sep 29, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow.

Tue, Sep 29, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Design professional-looking stationery using Adobe Illustrator. Create and arrange text and image assets and use masks, transparency, and blending modes to create eye-catching designs.

Tue, Sep 29, 11:45am - 1:15pm

Learn common image editing techniques used to retouch and restore photographs. Recommended Audience: Adult

Tue, Sep 29, 11:45am - 1:15pm

Learn how to setup a new company profile including the Vendor Center, Customer Center and adding Items. Recommended Audience: Adult

Online Class: Sewing - Cosmetic Case - Beginner Level

Tue, Sep 29, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will review different grammar points in English and basic sentence writing.

Tue, Sep 29, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Carry all your essential on a trip with this fun and easy to make cosmetic case.

Virtual Event: Hard to Find Ancestors

Tue, Sep 29, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Analyze data with COUNT functions and recommended charts. Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately.

Tue, Sep 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Come join us as we discuss techniques you can use to find your ancestors even if they didn't leave a large trail of records behind.

A Virtual Day at the Museum - Homeschool

Tue, Sep 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Go on a surprising journey through three museums's that bring science, technology, history and art alive through the magic of the internet.

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Virtual Event: English for the Workplace

Tue, Sep 29, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Join us to learn common phrases, vocabulary, and interactions in workplace.

Virtual Event: Career Academy - Perfecting Your Resume

Tue, Sep 29, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Get noticed! Elevate your job application with best practices in crafting a resume and cover letter.

Tue, Sep 29, 1:45pm - 3:15pm

Learn how to record different types of business transactions such as posting accounts payable and accounts receivable. Recommended Audience: Adult

Tue, Sep 29, 1:45pm - 2:45pm

Format workbooks with frozen panes, headers and themes. Customize worksheets with sheet names, color coding and hidden sheets. Print your data for perfect reports and presentations.

Virtual Event: Homeschool: Spanish

Tue, Sep 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Create polished documents in Microsoft Word. Navigate the Word user interface and apply basic word processing techniques to create a formatted letter. Ensure readability with basic review tools.

Tue, Sep 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Develop your Spanish skills with us! Recommended for homeschoolers ages 6 - 17.

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Virtual Event: Timed Drawing Challenges - Guess That Creature!

Tue, Sep 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Want to get those creative juices flowing? Come participate in timed drawing challenges! Just bring your favorite drawing materials and get ready to create! This event's theme: Guess That Creature!

Virtual Event: Unity - Create a First Person VR Game Level 2

Tue, Sep 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn how to create and setup a User Interface for a VR Game with Unity and Oculus.

Virtual Event: Afternoon Art - Art Week

Tue, Sep 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Let's go on an art adventure! Learn about a different artist and artistic style, and then create your own masterpiece. This month is Frida Kahlo. Recommended for lower and upper elementary.

Tue, Sep 29, 3:15pm - 4:15pm

Contact your mailing list with ease. Use the Mail Merge wizard to create personalized letters and emails.

Virtual Event: Unity - Create a First Person VR Game Level 3

Tue, Sep 29, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Learn how to add new employees, enter timesheets, setup employee benefits, setup payroll items, pay employees, process payroll forms, and process payroll reports in QuickBooks.

Tue, Sep 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Learn how to program game object interactions in a VR game using Unity and Oculus.

Virtual Event: Bossa Nova and Brushes

Tue, Sep 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Tue, Sep 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Explore the work of Puerto Rico's first female abstract expressionist painter, Olga Albizu, while creating a unique piece of art and listening to the Bossa Nova musical artists she painted for.

Online Class: Mix Music Using Audacity (Ages 10-12)

Tue, Sep 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Want to create your very own music mix? Learn how to use Audacity's sound tools to edit and mix audio files like a pro.

Virtual Event: Fundamentals of Music - Basic Music Theory

Tue, Sep 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Ideal for students with little to no musical knowledge. Come and learn some basic theory. Sept 28 & 29 : Core Principles, Sept 30 & Oct 1 : Scales and Keys, Oct 2 & 3 : Intervals and Chords. ...

Virtual Event: Game Development Open Lab

Tue, Sep 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

During this virtual event we will be available to answer general questions related to game development with Unity, Maya, Blender and a variety of input devices.

Virtual Event: Conversations in Comics with Daniel Carmona - Art Week

Tue, Sep 29, 5:45pm - 6:45pm

Calling all comic fans! Experience what it's like to create a comic book character from scratch with our very own Orlando local artist, Daniel Carmona.

Virtual Event: The Art and Craft of Storytelling

Tue, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Tue, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Storytelling will help you to take personal experiences from your life and make them identifiable with an audience. You will learn techniques to prepare you for a performance of your own story.

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Tue, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.

Virtual Event: Money Talks for Women

Tue, Sep 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Join the conversation! Learn about library services such as Morningstar Investment Research Center, goal-oriented tools for saving, investing and more. Registration required.

Virtual Event: Acting 101 & Then Some - Art Week

Tue, Sep 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow.

Tue, Sep 29, 7:00pm - 7:45pm

For those new and experienced to the performance arts: join us to learn tricks of the trade, gain some practice with virtual improv, and receive helpful feedback on your latest monologue.

Virtual Event: Southwest Film Club - The General

Tue, Sep 29, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

All-Aboard for a lecture and in-depth discussion of the classic comedy from the great Buster Keaton. Movie available on Kanopy.

Wed, Sep 30, 10:00am - 11:30am

Learn the basic features of QuickBooks to get you started in organizing your personal or business finances. Recommended Audience: Adult

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Layer Blending Modes

Wed, Sep 30, 10:00am - 11:00am

Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas.

Wed, Sep 30, 10:00am - 11:00am

Applying blending modes to image layers to quickly fix problems with exposure, shadows and highlights. Learn to use blending modes to generate artistic and creative effects on photos.

Online Class: Let's Crochet Squares - Intermediate Level

Wed, Sep 30, 10:00am - 11:30am

Build your crochet skills block by block. Each pattern creates a unique square that can be enjoyed alone or joined together as a comfy blanket.

Virtual Event: Video Editing with HitFilm Express

Wed, Sep 30, 10:00am - 11:00am

Introduction to HitFilm Express, a free software with professional effects to edit videos.

Wed, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:00am

Using rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments and more, we will be interacting together to help develop important pre-literacy skills in our littlest ones! Recommended for babies.

Virtual Event: Southwest Fiber Arts Meetup - Community Stitch Challenge

Wed, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:30am

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Wed, Sep 30, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Have a great time connecting with our community on ZOOM while working on your fiber art. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome. Recommended for Adults 18+

Virtual Event: Animal Toast Art - Art Week

Wed, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:15am

Toast, slice and spread ingredients to transform a snack into an adorable animal treat. Recommended for preschoolers. Registration is required.

Virtual Event: B is for Bailar

Wed, Sep 30, 11:00am - 11:45am

¡Azúcar! Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with a music appreciation storytime for all little ones. Recommended for toddlers.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Black and White Effects

Wed, Sep 30, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow.

Wed, Sep 30, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Make photos pop with black and white effects. Learn multiple ways to convert photos to black and white, apply adjustment layers and create enhancing effects.

Virtual Event: Adobe Premiere Multi-Camera Editing

Wed, Sep 30, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Using footage from the Melrose Center's Reel to Real Podcast video, we perform a demo of how to mark up and sync up clips to use in a multi-camera sequence.

Wed, Sep 30, 11:45am - 1:15pm

Learn how to setup a new company profile including the Vendor Center, Customer Center and adding Items. Recommended Audience: Adult

Wed, Sep 30, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Analyze data with COUNT functions and recommended charts. Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately.

Wed, Sep 30, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Take an average photo and make it pop. Learn basic color correction techniques and make global and location adjustments to images in Adobe Camera Raw.

Wed, Sep 30, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Join us to learn, practice, and discuss reading strategies and complex English vocabulary. Please register!

Wed, Sep 30, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

From the rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes to the use of picture books, songs and flannel board stories, your child will be encouraged to develop early literacy skills.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Smoke and Fire Text Effects

Wed, Sep 30, 1:45pm - 2:45pm

Format workbooks with frozen panes, headers and themes. Customize worksheets with sheet names, color coding and hidden sheets. Print your data for perfect reports and presentations.

Wed, Sep 30, 1:45pm - 2:45pm

Make simple text appear sensational! Learn to use filters, adjustment layers and brush tools to create text the appears to be on fire or a cloud of smoke.

Virtual Event: A World of Color

Wed, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.

Wed, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Create abstract art using vivid colors inspired by the work of Disney artist, Mary Blair. Recommended for lower and upper elementary.

Virtual Event: Creating Art with Pen and Ink - Art Week

Wed, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn to create art using only pen and ink. Attendees will learn basic drawing techniques and be introduced to the materials that can be used to create them. Materials: pen, pencil, and paper.

Virtual Event: Logic Pro X: Fundamentals

Wed, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Harness the power of Logic Pro X to create amazing music. Explore the interface and begin working with key preferences and controls in this popular application.

Virtual Event: Art in Procreate - Art Week

Wed, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add style to your documents. Impact your readers with images, shapes, text boxes, charts, tables and Smart Art.

Wed, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

In this class, i will show you the basics and the interface of this powerful mobile app for the iPad that revolutionized the art world

Virtual Event: Lightroom Interface Demonstration

Wed, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Explore the Lightroom features in this walkthrough. We will cover what Lightroom is and how it is different than Photoshop. Also, how to import photos and organize photos with in the program.

Virtual Event: DIY Paper Pumpkins

Wed, Sep 30, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Wed, Sep 30, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Welcome fall by creating these adorable paper pumpkins from up-cycled materials.

Virtual Event: Painting Without a Brush - Art Week

Wed, Sep 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Let's get creative! Join us for an art class where we'll use everything EXCEPT paint brushes to design a masterpiece. Grab whatever you have on hand for this artistic adventure. No brushes welcome!

Virtual Event: Using the Develop Module in Lightroom

Wed, Sep 30, 3:15pm - 4:15pm

Create professional reports. Unify formatting with Themes and shading, organize topics with titles and headers, and distribute the finished document through printing and sharing options.

Wed, Sep 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Learn to edit a batch of photos within Lightroom by using the Develop module and all of its editing capabilities.

Virtual Event: Making Art with Miro - Art Week

Wed, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Practica tu español! Develop your Spanish language skills through conversation. Recommended for adults.

Wed, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Learn about surrealism and create your own art in the style of Joan Miro. Ages 6-12.

Virtual Event: Family Fiber Arts Club - Art Week

Wed, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bring the whole family to this virtual meetup to work on your fiber art projects. Connect with other families, and be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.

Online Class: Code with CodeCombat (Ages 10-12)

Wed, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Do you have questions about how to put language together to express yourself well? Do you need more help with topics in other English classes? Well, this is the class for you!

Wed, Sep 30, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Write real code. Use JavaScript or Python to complete challenges in CodeCombat. Explore mazes, loot treasure and defeat enemies in a fantasy adventure game using code.

Virtual Event: Fundamentals of Music - Basic Music Theory

Wed, Sep 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Ideal for students with little to no musical knowledge. Come and learn some basic theory. Sept 28 & 29 : Core Principles, Sept 30 & Oct 1 : Scales and Keys, Oct 2 & 3 : Intervals and Chords. ...

Virtual Event: Exporting Images from Lightroom + Q&A

Wed, Sep 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Exporting is the final step when working in Lightroom. Let's walk you through it step-by-step to demonstrate how you can finalize your photos.

Virtual Event: Advanced Genetic Genealogy Study Group

Wed, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Wed, Sep 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Each week we will discuss specific chapters from the book Advanced Genetic Genealogy: Techniques and Case Studies by Debbie Parker Wayne (Editor). Registration Required.

Virtual Event: Teen Art Adventures: Wreck This Art - Art Week

Wed, Sep 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Analyze data with COUNT functions and recommended charts. Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately.

Wed, Sep 30, 7:00pm - 7:45pm

For anyone who's ever wished to, but had trouble starting or finishing a drawing or sketch comes the Wreck This Art Challenge! Recommended for tweens and teens.

Virtual Event: Starting a Family Garden

Wed, Sep 30, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Fleet Farming invites you to a class all about gardening! Discuss the basics of setting up a family garden, interactive ideas for youth involvement, and how to keep your garden growing this Fall.

Wed, Sep 30, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Thu, Oct 01, 10:00am - 10:30am

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce very young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together.

Thu, Oct 01, 10:00am - 11:30am

Learn how to record different types of business transactions such as posting accounts payable and accounts receivable. Recommended Audience: Adult

Virtual Event: Adobe Illustrator Level 3

Thu, Oct 01, 10:00am - 11:30am

Learn graphic concepts and terminology. Become familiar with the basic tools required to edit and retouch digital images. Recommended Audience: Adult

Thu, Oct 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Explore the benefits of having a defined and consistent visual design style. Use a variety of tools and techniques to apply styles such as watercolor, flat, outline and more.

Thu, Oct 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Dread analyzing data? Simplify the process and create meaningful reports using the powerful PivotTable tools.

Thu, Oct 01, 10:15am - 11:15am

Learn the basics of Sashiko (stab stitching) while creating a hand-sewn coaster. This is a four-week series. Pre-Requisite: Hand Sewing: Basic Level 4

Thu, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Virtual Event: Microphone Theory Levels 1 & 2

Thu, Oct 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group.

Thu, Oct 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Discover how microphones work, the key differences between microphones. Hear how different microphones pick up and transmit sound. Discover how to use polar patterns, proximity effect and phase.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Formulas & Functions

Thu, Oct 01, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Calculate your data with formulas and functions. Search the Function Library to find the perfect fit. Use date, financial, logical, lookup, math and text functions.

Virtual Event: Adobe Illustrator Level 4

Thu, Oct 01, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Design a poster in Adobe Illustrator. Use the Transform options to scale objects, frame images using the Transparency panel and speed up text formatting with Paragraph Styles.

Thu, Oct 01, 11:45am - 1:15pm

Learn how to use selection tools and layers. Recommended Audience: Adult

Virtual Event: Family Tree Guide to DNA Testing Study Group

Thu, Oct 01, 11:45am - 1:15pm

Learn how to add new employees, enter timesheets, setup employee benefits, setup payroll items, pay employees, process payroll forms, and process payroll reports in QuickBooks.

Thu, Oct 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Join us for our genetic genealogy study group and learn how DNA test results can help to confirm, extend, and deepen your genealogical research. Registration Required.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Charts

Thu, Oct 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will review different grammar points in English and basic sentence writing.

Thu, Oct 01, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Display your data in stunning charts and graphs. Insert recommended and custom charts. Edit chart data, elements and styles.

Virtual Event: Little Chef: Edible Art - Art Week

Thu, Oct 01, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Mix, squeeze and paint! Turn the sweet treat of your choice into delicious art with this edible, colorful recipe. Adult participation is required. Recommended for preschoolers.

Virtual Event: Homeschool: Detective School - Five Senses

Thu, Oct 01, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Join us for part 1 of the Detective School series. Evaluate your five senses to train harder to become a master detective!

Virtual Event: Snack & Learn: Medicare 101

Thu, Oct 01, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Grab a snack and join Casman Mosby of CarePlus for an in depth discussion about Medicare basics, your coverage options, and where to get help.

Thu, Oct 01, 1:45pm - 3:15pm

Learn how to use layer styles, custom shapes, text tool, gradient tool, save and print. Recommended Audience: Adult

Online Class: Hand Sewing - Needle Book

Thu, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Get real-time recommendations from OCLS Librarians on what to read next or what to read on specific topics through Facebook: facebook.com/oclslib or Twitter: twitter.com/oclslibrary

Thu, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

This four-week series will introduce beginners to basic hand sewing techniques while creating a needle book to store pins and needles.. This is a 4 week series (9/10, 9/17, 9/24, 10/1).

Online Class: WordPress Level 1

Thu, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn how to build your own website. Start with WordPress, which offers lots of options for skinning your site the way you want it.

Virtual Event: Maya Fundamentals

Thu, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

This virtual event will introduce learners to the Maya interface, workflow, how to access tools and edit attributes of a 3D project.

Virtual Event: Cuisine Corner Junior - Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies

Thu, Oct 01, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Celebrate National Homemade Cookie Day by learning basic baking skills such as measuring, scraping, mixing, and snacking! Recommended for lower and upper elementary. Parent participation required.

Virtual Event: ArtMazing - Art Week

Thu, Oct 01, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Unleash your inner artist and discover your creative side in this all-ages art exploration. Inspiration is a must! Recommended for families.

Online Class: WordPress Level 2

Thu, Oct 01, 3:15pm - 4:15pm

Create a website with WordPress. Customize the appearance and layout of your site to get the look you want by using a wide selection of free themes.

Virtual Event: Maya Modeling 1 - Biped Character Geometry

Thu, Oct 01, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Learn common image editing techniques used to retouch and restore photographs. Recommended Audience: Adult

Thu, Oct 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Learn to extrude, subdivide and edit a geometry to create a biped character.

Virtual Event: Poetry is ART! - Art Week

Thu, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Create art and poetry together while learning about acrostics, shape poetry and more. Recommended for families.

Online Class: Design Minecraft Characters (Ages 7-9)

Thu, Oct 01, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Give Steve and Alex fresh new looks. Design characters, items, blocks and mobs for Minecraft using Tynker.

Virtual Event - Crafts & Culture - Indigenous Central & South America

Thu, Oct 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Learn about indigenous peoples of Central and South America and their trade crafts, like metal forming and jewelry making, before European settlers arrived. Recommended for adults.

Virtual Event: Fundamentals of Music - Basic Music Theory

Thu, Oct 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Ideal for students with little to no musical knowledge. Come and learn some basic theory. Sept 28 & 29 : Core Principles, Sept 30 & Oct 1 : Scales and Keys, Oct 2 & 3 : Intervals and Chords. ...

Virtual Event: Writer's Open Mic Night - Art Week

Thu, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Sign up to share your writing at our virtual Writer's Open Mic Night. Each writer will be given three minutes to read their own work. To sign up for a spot, please click on the link below.

Thu, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Thu, Oct 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Format workbooks with frozen panes, headers and themes. Customize worksheets with sheet names, color coding and hidden sheets. Print your data for perfect reports and presentations.

Virtual Event - October Drawing Challenge

Thu, Oct 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Are you the smartest person you know? Test your knowledge and compete head to head against your friends to see if you've got what it takes to be this week's trivia champion!

Thu, Oct 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Let's put the pen to the page as we participate in a prompt-inspired traditional drawing challenge. Today's prompt is 'FLIGHT'. What images does that word create?

Fri, Oct 02, 10:00am - 11:00am

Create polished documents in Microsoft Word. Navigate the Word user interface and apply basic word processing techniques to create a formatted letter. Ensure readability with basic review tools.

Fri, Oct 02, 10:00am - 10:30am

From the rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes to the use of picture books, songs and flannel board stories, your child will be encouraged to develop early literacy skills.

Online Class: Sewing: Witches Hat - Intermediate Level

Fri, Oct 02, 10:00am - 11:00am

Take an average photo and make it pop. Learn basic color correction techniques and make global and location adjustments to images in Adobe Camera Raw.

Fri, Oct 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Create your own witch hat for Halloween. This easy to make witch hat uses three fat quarters, interfacing and bias tape. See description for details.

Virtual Event: How to Make Photo Books in Lightroom

Fri, Oct 02, 10:00am - 11:00am

Lightroom’s Book Module allows users to create photo books, magazines and other printing jobs with pictures and text. Learn about tools in the Book Module and best practices when creating photo books.

Virtual Event: Paper Possibilities Workshop - The Slit Book

Fri, Oct 02, 10:00am - 11:30am

Learn graphic concepts and terminology. Become familiar with the basic tools required to edit and retouch digital images. Recommended Audience: Adult

Fri, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:45am

The possibilities are endless for this simple book. Fold and cut a single sheet into a slit book to take with you on the go or to give as a gift.

Virtual Event: Watercolor 101 - Art Week

Fri, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Fri, Oct 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Learn the basics of watercolor in a soothing atmosphere. Materials: watercolors, watercolor paper, tape, salt, paint brush, cup of water, paper towels, plate/pan to mix colors, hair dryer (optional).

Virtual Event: Microphone Theory 3

Fri, Oct 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Record in stereo sound. Discover how to set-up microphones for a variety of stereo recording techniques and explore the pros and cons of each technique.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Smoke and Fire Text Effects

Fri, Oct 02, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Contact your mailing list with ease. Use the Mail Merge wizard to create personalized letters and emails.

Fri, Oct 02, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Make simple text appear sensational! Learn to use filters, adjustment layers and brush tools to create text the appears to be on fire or a cloud of smoke.

Virtual Event: Portrait Composite using Adobe Photoshop

Fri, Oct 02, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Learn how to use Photoshop to combine photos to create composite photography portraits. Composite Photography is the blending of two or more photo to create one photo.

Fri, Oct 02, 11:45am - 1:15pm

Learn how to use selection tools and layers. Recommended Audience: Adult

Fri, Oct 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

VIrtual Event: Writing Clearly is a grammar and writing course for Advanced Learner focuses on grammar complex ideas, including sentence structures, phrases, and vocabulary building.

Fri, Oct 02, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Add style to your documents. Impact your readers with images, shapes, text boxes, charts, tables and Smart Art.

Fri, Oct 02, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Speaking Clearly is a pronunciation class for Intermediate speakers designed to introduce learners to the rules of spelling and pronunciation of English words and phrases.

Fri, Oct 02, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Learn how to use layer styles, custom shapes, text tool, gradient tool, save and print. Recommended Audience: Adult

Virtual Event: Quarantine Art Therapy

Fri, Oct 02, 1:45pm - 2:45pm

Create professional reports. Unify formatting with Themes and shading, organize topics with titles and headers, and distribute the finished document through printing and sharing options.

Fri, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Unleash your inner artist and discover your creative side.

Online Class: WordPress Level 3

Fri, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn how to use plugins and widgets to customize your site around your audience. Create interactive content to effectively engage your clients.

Virtual Event: Video - Wireless Microphone Techniques

Fri, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn the basics of a wireless microphone system to help you on your next production. Using a GTD Wireless System, we'll cover its components, setup, and some common issues.

Online Class: Let's Crochet Pumpkins - Confident Beginner Level

Fri, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

This fall themed pattern will create a small 3D pumpkin. Learn this quick pattern to create your own pumpkin patch at home! Practice working flat pieces and turning them into 3D works of art.

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Virtual Event: Explore the Artist - Art Week

Fri, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Learn about artist Baya Mahieddine and then create your own artwork inspired by her.

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Online Class: Let's Embroider Level 2 - Beginner Level

Fri, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

New date Friday, October 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Add to your stitch repertoire. Learn how to create French knots, chain stitches and satin stitches, while practicing the running and back stitches.

Online Class: WordPress Level 4

Fri, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Fri, Oct 02, 3:15pm - 4:15pm

Learn how to turn your WordPress site into a Search Engine Optimization (SEO) powerhouse and protect your website from hackers.

Online Class: Animate Shapes with PowerPoint (Ages 7-9)

Fri, Oct 02, 3:15pm - 4:45pm

Learn common image editing techniques used to retouch and restore photographs. Recommended Audience: Adult

Fri, Oct 02, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Bring your ideas to life. Draw and animate shapes in Microsoft PowerPoint. Combine shapes into pictures, then use simple formatting, transition and animation tools.

Online Class: Let's Embroider Level 2 - Beginner Level

Fri, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Add to your stitch repertoire. Learn how to create French knots, chain stitches and satin stitches, while practicing the running and back stitches.

Virtual Event: Location Sound Recording

Fri, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Learn how to record better sounding audio during video production. Explore tools and techniques for improving audio recording quality. Let your sound be as clear as your picture.

Virtual Event: Fundamentals of Music - Basic Music Theory

Fri, Oct 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Ideal for students with little to no musical knowledge. Come and learn some basic theory. Sept 28 & 29 : Core Principles, Sept 30 & Oct 1 : Scales and Keys, Oct 2 & 3 : Intervals and Chords. ...

Virtual Event: Synth Sounds with Mag.Lo - Art Week

Fri, Oct 02, 5:45pm - 6:45pm

Come celebrate the sounds of music! Explore the basics and practical uses of a synthesizer with our very own Orlando local artist, Mag.Lo.

Online Class: WordPress Level 1

Sat, Oct 03, 10:00am - 11:00am

Learn how to build your own website. Start with WordPress, which offers lots of options for skinning your site the way you want it.

Virtual Event: Bilingual Storytime for Families

Sat, Oct 03, 10:00am - 10:30am

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with an interactive storytime in English and Spanish suitable for speakers of either language.

Online Class: Roblox Game Design (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Oct 03, 10:00am - 10:45am

Create Roblox games. In this introduction to game design and coding learn how to manipulate 3D parts to create obstacles and racers, then use code to bring your game to life.

Clases Online: Costura - Patrones y telas - Nivel Principiante

Sat, Oct 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Leer las instrucciones y leyendas en un patrón de costura puede resultar bastante intimidante. Aprenda a leer un patrón de costura, a como preparar la tela y el material para su proyecto.

Virtual Event: Adobe Live Demo + Q&A

Sat, Oct 03, 10:00am - 11:00am

Join this live Adobe demonstration followed by an open Q&A on everything Adobe. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Online Class: BizKids Club (Ages 9-14) - 8 Sessions

Sat, Oct 03, 10:00am - 11:00am

Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas.

Sat, Oct 03, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Ready to become an entrepreneur? The BizKids Club is an instructor-led virtual program that introduces participants to the world of business and entrepreneurship.

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Virtual Event: Family Zumba

Sat, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Sat, Oct 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Get your family moving with this energizing workout class! Learn basic Zumba moves to help you dance your way to fitness. Zumba uses dance aerobics to create a fun workout. Registration required.

Virtual Event: Electronic Engineering Using Snap Circuits

Sat, Oct 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Ever wonder how circuits work? Watch or build along with an instructor as they explain basic circuitry using Snap Circuits.

Virtual Event: Digital Painting w/ Krita - Art Week

Sat, Oct 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Learn digital painting concepts and terminology. Become familiar with the basic tools and workflow of the free software known as Krita. Recommended Audience: Teens & Adult

Online Class: Roblox Game Design (Ages 10-12)

Sat, Oct 03, 11:00am - 11:45am

Create Roblox games. In this introduction to game design and coding learn how to manipulate 3D parts to create obstacles and racers, then use code to bring your game to life.

Virtual Event: All for Fall (Ages 2-5) - Storytime and Craft

Sat, Oct 03, 11:00am - 11:45am

Fall is all around. Celebrate the changing season with songs, stories, rhymes, and a craft.

Online Class: WordPress Level 2

Sat, Oct 03, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Create a website with WordPress. Customize the appearance and layout of your site to get the look you want by using a wide selection of free design options.

Online Class: Record and Mix Music (Ages 13-17)

Sat, Oct 03, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow.

Sat, Oct 03, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Edit and mix audio files like a pro using open source sound tools. Save and export your music as WAV or MP3 files.

Online Class: WordPress Level 3

Sat, Oct 03, 12:45pm - 1:45pm

Learn how to use plugins and widgets to customize your site around your audience. Create interactive content to effectively engage your clients.

Online Class: Code with Tynker (Ages 10-12)

Sat, Oct 03, 12:45pm - 1:45pm

Analyze data with COUNT functions and recommended charts. Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately.

Sat, Oct 03, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Design a game with code. Choose characters and backgrounds, then program a classic game you can play. Learn the basics of computer science with the Tynker app.

Virtual Event: Cuisine Corner Junior: Artsy Toasty! - Art Week

Sat, Oct 03, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Saturdays get spooky in this do it yourself craft series using a combination of household goods and inexpensive seasonal items.

Sat, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

As part of Art Week, use toast to make snacks in the style of famous artists! We will be recreating works by Rothko, Mondrian, and Pollock. Recommended for upper elementary, tweens and teens.

Online Class: Finger Knit Toys (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Create colorful toys with just your hands. Use upcycled fabric and yarn to create plush butterflies, mice, snakes, and more.

Online Class: WordPress Level 4

Sat, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn how to turn your WordPress site into a Search Engine Optimization (SEO) powerhouse and protect your website from hackers.

Sat, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Format workbooks with frozen panes, headers and themes. Customize worksheets with sheet names, color coding and hidden sheets. Print your data for perfect reports and presentations.

Virtual Event: World Traveler: South America

Sat, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

From the rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes to the use of picture books, songs and flannel board stories, your child will be encouraged to develop early literacy skills.

Sat, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Become a world traveler! Take a trip to South America with fun trivia, activities and crafts. Recommended for lower and upper elementary.

Virtual Event: How to Finger Knit a Flower - Art Week

Sat, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Learn how to finger knit a flower using yarn. With step-by-step instructions, we'll walk you through finger knitting a butterfly. Ages 8 and up.

Virtual Event: Fundamentals of Music - Basic Music Theory

Sat, Oct 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Ideal for students with little to no musical knowledge. Come and learn some basic theory. Sept 28 & 29 : Core Principles, Sept 30 & Oct 1 : Scales and Keys, Oct 2 & 3 : Intervals and Chords. ...

Sun, Oct 04, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play.

Sun, Oct 04, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group.

Online Class: Let's Knit the Oats Cowl - Confident Beginner Level

Sun, Oct 04, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce very young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together.

Mon, Oct 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Create a modern cowl perfect for crisp fall days. Practice your beginning knitting skills, while learning how to knit in the round. The Oats pattern is provided by Tin Can Knits.

Virtual Event: Mama Gansa

Mon, Oct 05, 10:00am - 10:30am

A Spanish immersion Mother Goose on the Loose with interactive songs, rhymes and activities to grow your baby's early literacy and Spanish skills! Recommended for babies.

Mon, Oct 05, 10:00am - 11:30am

Learn basic Web design processes and terminology and how to create a simple Web page using HTML tags. Recommended Audience: Adult

Virtual Event: Adobe Photoshop - HDR Photography

Mon, Oct 05, 10:00am - 11:30am

Learn the basic features of QuickBooks to get you started in organizing your personal or business finances.

Mon, Oct 05, 10:00am - 11:00am

Create spectacular and vibrant images through high dynamic range (HDR) photography. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: 1, 2, 3, Count with Me!

Mon, Oct 05, 10:00am - 11:30am

Learn graphic concepts and terminology. Become familiar with the basic tools required to edit and retouch digital images. Recommended Audience: Adult

Mon, Oct 05, 10:30am - 11:15am

1 fish, 2 fish, 3 fish...swim over to Zoom and explore the ocean with a story and activities that encourages mathematical thinking. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Virtual Event: Guitar Sing-A-Long

Mon, Oct 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

Join us for this virtual spooktacular sing-a-long to fun, familiar songs along with live guitar for you and your toddler. Recommended for babies and toddlers.

Virtual Event: Adobe Photoshop - Skin Retouching

Mon, Oct 05, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Discover how to achieve flawless and smooth skin on your photographs. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Mon, Oct 05, 11:45am - 1:15pm

Learn how to setup a new company profile including the Vendor Center, Customer Center and adding Items. Recommended Audience: Adult

Mon, Oct 05, 11:45am - 1:15pm

Want to expand your skills? Learn how to layout Web pages using HTML5 tags. In this class, you learn how to create a header, footer and different sections in a Web page. Recommended Audience: Adult

Mon, Oct 05, 11:45am - 1:15pm

Learn how to use selection tools and layers. Recommended Audience: Adult

Mon, Oct 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

VIrtual Event: Writing Clearly is a grammar and writing course for Intermediate Learner focuses on grammar complex ideas, including sentence structures, phrases, and vocabulary building.

Virtual Event: Homeschool Meetup - Rivers

Mon, Oct 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

VIrtual Event: Writing Clearly is a grammar and writing course for Intermediate Learner focuses on grammar complex ideas, including sentence structures, phrases, and vocabulary building.

Mon, Oct 05, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Discover why rivers are so important to life on Earth and learn about some of the world’s largest rivers. Recommended for lower and upper elementary.

Virtual Event: Speaking Clearly Beginners

Mon, Oct 05, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Speaking Clearly is a pronunciation class for beginners. The class is designed to introduce learners to the basics of the sounds of English for pronunciation.

Mon, Oct 05, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Speaking Clearly is a pronunciation class for beginners designed to introduce learners to the basics of the sounds of English for pronunciation.

Mon, Oct 05, 1:45pm - 3:15pm

Want to display data properly on your web page? Learn how to build a responsive table to showcase your data. Recommended Audience: Adult

Mon, Oct 05, 1:45pm - 3:15pm

Learn how to record different types of business transactions such as posting accounts payable and accounts receivable. Recommended Audience: Adult

Mon, Oct 05, 1:45pm - 3:15pm

Learn how to use layer styles, custom shapes, text tool, gradient tool, save and print. Recommended Audience: Adult

Mon, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Join us for a virtual sewing open lab. We will do our best to answer questions or come share current projects. You will receive an email with a link to access the event from your host.

Mon, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Be your best in front and behind the camera. You’re invited to join a conversation with a video professional to discuss your video questions, both technical and creative.

Mon, Oct 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Mon, Oct 05, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce very young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together.

Mon, Oct 05, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Be your best in front and behind the camera. You’re invited to join a conversation with a video professional to discuss your video questions, both technical and creative.

Mon, Oct 05, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Learn how to add new employees, enter timesheets, setup employee benefits, setup payroll items, pay employees, process payroll forms, and process payroll reports in QuickBooks.

Virtual Event: Fun with Balloons

Mon, Oct 05, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Learn common image editing techniques used to retouch and restore photographs. Recommended Audience: Adult

Mon, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

You might enjoy balloons at a party, but they can also be used to demonstrate science! Join this event to have fun and learn with balloons. Recommended for lower and upper elementary.

Virtual Event: "Hola Amigos" - Spanish from Zero for Kids

Mon, Oct 05, 4:15pm - 5:15pm

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Mon, Oct 05, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Virtual Event: Basic Spanish for Children and Tweens

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Virtual Event: Drawing Club

Mon, Oct 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Try out new drawing techniques each month and experiment with your fellow artists! Recommended for upper elementary, tweens and teens. Space is limited. Registration required.

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Virtual Event - October Drawing Challenge

Mon, Oct 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

New date Thursday, October 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Let's put the pen to the page as we participate in a prompt-inspired traditional drawing challenge. Today's prompt is 'FLIGHT'. What images does that word create?

Mon, Oct 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Learn basic Web design processes and terminology and how to create a simple Web page using HTML tags. Recommended Audience: Adult

Virtual Event: Pajama Party

Mon, Oct 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Experience the witty fun of William Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing. Read & perform excerpts from William Shakespeare’s masterpiece! Recommended for teens and adults. Registration required.

Mon, Oct 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Put on your pajamas and join us virtually for stories, songs, and a craft.

Mon, Oct 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Join us to learn different English idioms and phrases that are used to communicate on a daily basis.

Online Class: Sewing - Quilted Table Runner (3-Day)

Tue, Oct 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Create polished documents in Microsoft Word. Navigate the Word user interface and apply basic word processing techniques to create a formatted letter. Ensure readability with basic review tools.

Tue, Oct 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Create a unique and colorful table runner using simple quilting techniques with fabric strips. Add your own touch to home décor or make that special someone a one of a kind gift.

Virtual Event: Apple a Day (Ages 2-5) - Storytime and Craft

Tue, Oct 06, 10:00am - 10:45am

Yummy, round, and they have a star inside. Enjoy stories, songs, and crafts about apples. Virtual storytime for preschoolers.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Layer Blending Modes

Tue, Oct 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas.

Tue, Oct 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Applying blending modes to image layers to quickly fix problems with exposure, shadows and highlights. Learn to use blending modes to generate artistic and creative effects on photos.

Virtual Event: Programming Arduino Level 1

Tue, Oct 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Experience the potential of this inexpensive and accessible tool. Learn how to program an Arduino to customize control of electronic components, such as LEDs, sensors, and buttons.

Virtual Event: Digital Painting Level 1

Tue, Oct 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Learn more about tablets, drawing software, and techniques. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Reading Clearly for Beginners

Tue, Oct 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

BASIC Spanish- Come and learn the basic sounds of Spanish.

Tue, Oct 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Reading Clearly Beginners explores English grammar and vocabulary for comprehension and vocabulary development. This class will take place virtually via Zoom.

Virtual Event: Bat Tales

Tue, Oct 06, 11:00am - 11:30am

Join us in learning about Bats! We'll share some facts, watch a few videos, and read some books about these creatures of the night! Recommended for preschoolers and parents.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Black and White Effects

Tue, Oct 06, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow.

Tue, Oct 06, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Make photos pop with black and white effects. Learn multiple ways to convert photos to black and white, apply adjustment layers and create enhancing effects.

Virtual Event: Cook Me a Story - Three Little Pigs-In-A-Bundle

Tue, Oct 06, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Contact your mailing list with ease. Use the Mail Merge wizard to create personalized letters and emails.

Tue, Oct 06, 11:30am - 12:15pm

From the book Cook Me a Story by Bryan Kozlowski we will read the story "Three Little Pigs-in-a-Bundle and we will cook our own sausage and hash brown stacks.

Virtual Event: Programming Arduino Level 2

Tue, Oct 06, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Program a dazzling multicolored ambient light display. Learn how to program an Arduino to fade LEDs and control RGB lighting. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Digital Painting Level 2

Tue, Oct 06, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Learn how to use graphics software to paint a landscape using a pen tablet. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Online Class: Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine - Beginner Level

Tue, Oct 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will review different grammar points in English and basic sentence writing.

Tue, Oct 06, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Ever wanted to make your own custom clothes, home decor, costumes or accessories? Join us in this basic sewing class and learn about sewing safety, basic sewing machine skills and stitching seams.

Tue, Oct 06, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Analyze data with COUNT functions and recommended charts. Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately.

Tue, Oct 06, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Take an average photo and make it pop. Learn basic color correction techniques and make global and location adjustments to images in Adobe Camera Raw.

Virtual Event: Finding Your Roots Genealogy 101

Tue, Oct 06, 12:45pm - 1:45pm

Use templates with ease. Modify text and picture placeholders, explore paste options, format pictures and insert charts.

Tue, Oct 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Are you interested in learning about your family history but don’t know where to begin? This program will help you get started by introducing you to genealogical terms, techniques, and resources.

Virtual Event: English for the Workplace

Tue, Oct 06, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Join us to learn common phrases, vocabulary, and interactions in workplace.

Virtual Event: Career Academy - Interview Like a Pro

Tue, Oct 06, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

You’ve landed an interview! Now what? Get tips that will help you to practice and prepare, and to write a memorable thank you letter.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Smoke and Fire Text Effects

Tue, Oct 06, 1:45pm - 2:45pm

Make simple text appear sensational! Learn to use filters, adjustment layers and brush tools to create text the appears to be on fire or a cloud of smoke.

Virtual Event: Unity Fundamentals

Tue, Oct 06, 1:45pm - 2:45pm

Format workbooks with frozen panes, headers and themes. Customize worksheets with sheet names, color coding and hidden sheets. Print your data for perfect reports and presentations.

Tue, Oct 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn the Unity Editor Interface, how to navigate the 3D environment and the basic workflow. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Pro Tools Level 1 Fundamentals

Tue, Oct 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Take your first step into Pro Tools. Explore the environment of the most popular professional audio program and understand workflows that pros use. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Homeschool: Spanish

Tue, Oct 06, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Develop your Spanish skills with us! Recommended for homeschoolers ages 6 - 17.

Tue, Oct 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Create professional reports. Unify formatting with Themes and shading, organize topics with titles and headers, and distribute the finished document through printing and sharing options.

Virtual Event: Citizenship Inspired (4-Class Series)

Tue, Oct 06, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

From the rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes to the use of picture books, songs and flannel board stories, your child will be encouraged to develop early literacy skills.

Tue, Oct 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

During this 4-class program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 10/6 Class 1 10/7 Class 2 10/13 Class 3 10/14 Class 4

Virtual Event: Unity - Importing Assets and Custom 3D models

Tue, Oct 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Tue, Oct 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Learn the workflow to importing custom 3D models and third party assets into a Unity Project. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: String Art

Tue, Oct 06, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Ever wondered how something as simple as string can be transformed into an amazing piece of art? Join us and put your creative hands to work.

Virtual Event: Spanish from Zero - Basics with Ms. Brenda

Tue, Oct 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Basic Spanish- Come and learn the basic sounds of Spanish with Ms. Brenda.

Online Class: Write a Business Letter (Ages 13-17)

Tue, Oct 06, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

The few letters that you will write will probably be very important ones. Take the opportunity to equip yourself with an important life skill by learning acceptable ways to write a business letter.

Virtual Event: Let's Code! (Ages 10-12) - Aqueducts Hour of Code

Tue, Oct 06, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Complete Aqueducts challenges using code.

Online Class: BizKids Club (Ages 9-14) - 8 Sessions

Tue, Oct 06, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Ready to become an entrepreneur? The BizKids Club is an instructor-led virtual program that introduces participants to the world of business and entrepreneurship.

Tue, Oct 06, 6:00pm - 7:15pm

A six-week reading and discussion program that inspires thought and conversation between children (5-12) and families. Recipes, books and activity kits will be provided. Funded by Florida Humanities.

This event is full

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Tue, Oct 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Tue, Oct 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.

Virtual Event: Pen and Ink Art Meetup

Tue, Oct 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Want to expand your skills? Learn how to layout Web pages using HTML5 tags. In this class, you learn how to create a header, footer and different sections in a Web page. Recommended Audience: Adult

Tue, Oct 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Create and share your latest pen and ink artwork in a relaxed environment with fellow artists of all skill levels. Registration required.

Virtual Event: Scene Study - Building to Transition

Tue, Oct 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Working together as an ensemble, learn to develop a scene from a Broadway musical to the story's pivotal moment. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: It's All Groovy

Wed, Oct 07, 10:00am - 10:30am

Who's the cool cat on the street? Learn basic concepts with sing-along stories and activities inspired by Pete the Cat. Come dressed with your groovy buttons for a good time!

Online Class: Let's Crochet Borders - Intermediate Level

Wed, Oct 07, 10:00am - 11:30am

Build your crochet skills with new borders for your squares and blankets. Each pattern creates a unique border that can be a great accent to any blanket.

Virtual Event: Caregiver Connect - Stay and Play

Wed, Oct 07, 10:00am - 10:30am

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle. Encourage your little one to say hello to new and old friends as we explore creativity through songs and an activity.

Clase en Línea: Microsoft Excel Nivel 1

Wed, Oct 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

Identify the basic features and tools to get you started. Learn how to create a presentation by using templates, text, and picture files.

Wed, Oct 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

Comience a usar Excel hoy. Ingrese, formatee y guarde datos en hojas de cálculo. Calcula datos con fórmulas básicas.

Virtual Event: Adobe Premiere Pro Level 1

Wed, Oct 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

Start creating top-notch digital video productions. This is an introduction to the basics of editing video footage. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Online Class: Adobe Acrobat Level 1

Wed, Oct 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

PDF files are one of the most common file types to share. Learn how you can edit text and images, reorder pages and export PDF files with Adobe Acrobat.

Virtual Event: Southwest Fiber Arts Meetup - Community Stitch Challenge

Wed, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Wed, Oct 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Have a great time connecting with our community on ZOOM while working on your fiber art. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome. Recommended for Adults 18+

Virtual Event: Cuentame un Cuento

Wed, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Using rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments and more, we will be interacting together to help develop important pre-literacy skills in our littlest ones! Recommended for babies.

Wed, Oct 07, 11:00am - 11:30am

The library provides a virtual storytime in English and Spanish suitable for preschoolers. The whole family is welcome!

Clase en Línea: Microsoft Excel Nivel 2

Wed, Oct 07, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Capture your audience attention with a visually compelling presentation. Learn how to insert and customize SmartArt graphics, tables, charts and video.

Wed, Oct 07, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Calcule datos con las funciones básicas de SUM (SUMA) y AVERAGE (PROMEDIO). Utilice opciones automáticas que incluyen relleno automático y flash para optimizar su flujo de trabajo.

Online Class: Adobe Acrobat Level 2

Wed, Oct 07, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Have you ever received a PDF file that needed to be filled in, but it did not include fields to enter information? Learn to fill out, sign, and create auto forms any PDF file with Adobe Acrobat.

Virtual Event: Adobe Premiere Pro Level 2

Wed, Oct 07, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Discover a fast way to assemble a video edit by cutting to music. This hands-on class explores the creative aspect of motion picture editing. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Wed, Oct 07, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Get more precise control over your presentation. Learn how to insert slide transitions, add animations and hyperlinks. Create a customized photo album with simple to use tools.

Online Class: Adobe Acrobat Level 3

Wed, Oct 07, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Join us to learn, practice, and discuss reading strategies and complex English vocabulary. Please register!

Wed, Oct 07, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Make professional and interactive forms. Learn to create forms with text, dates, drop-down lists, radio buttons and checkboxes that are easy to use for business.

Wed, Oct 07, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Learn the basic features of QuickBooks to get you started in organizing your personal or business finances.

Online Class: Microsoft PowerPoint - Create Custom Templates

Wed, Oct 07, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group.

Wed, Oct 07, 1:45pm - 2:45pm

Create consistency for your business by making a custom presentation template. Learn how to customize a theme and to format slides through the slide master that updates every slide in a presentation.

Online Class: Adobe Acrobat Level 4

Wed, Oct 07, 1:45pm - 2:45pm

Make professional and interactive forms. Learn to create forms that can calculate costs and add action buttons to make processes fast and easy.

Virtual Event: Rhyming Around the World

Wed, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.

Wed, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Rhyme your way to becoming a good reader and develop the necessary skills to succeed in kindergarten. Recommended for ages 4-5.

Virtual Event: Pro Tools Level 2 Introduction to Editing

Wed, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Editing is the key to unlocking Pro Tools. Use common editing tools to create, consolidate, duplicate and mute clips. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Adobe Premiere Pro Level 3

Wed, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add excitement and life to your movie! Use effects to transform a single angle video into a visually engaging multi-angle piece. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Wed, Oct 07, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Virtual Event: Eatonville Children's Book Club

Wed, Oct 07, 2:45pm - 3:45pm

Learn how to setup a new company profile including the Vendor Center, Customer Center and adding Items. Recommended Audience: Adult

Wed, Oct 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Eatonville Book Club is offered the 1st Wednesday of every month at 3 p.m. Make new friends, establish regular reading routines, and have fun learning through reading, activities, and games!

Virtual Event: Citizenship Inspired (4-Class Series)

Wed, Oct 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

During this 4-class program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 10/6 Class 1 10/7 Class 2 10/13 Class 3 10/14 Class 4

Virtual Event: Adobe Premiere Pro Level 4

Wed, Oct 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Transform the look of your videos using color correction techniques in Premiere Pro! This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: A Bunch of Hocus Pocus

Wed, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Practica tu español! Develop your Spanish language skills through conversation. Recommended for adults.

Wed, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Run amok with the Sanderson Sisters while enjoying Hocus Pocus trivia and a craft. Recommended for teens.

Virtual Event: Art : Portrait Fundamentals 3

Wed, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

In this series we will demonstrate how to achieve a face portrait using classic and modern accurate techniques

Online Class: Roblox Game Design (Ages 7-9)

Wed, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Do you have questions about how to put language together to express yourself well? Do you need more help with topics in other English classes? Well, this is the class for you!

Wed, Oct 07, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Create Roblox games. In this introduction to game design and coding learn how to manipulate 3D parts to create obstacles and racers, then use code to bring your game to life.

Online Class: Introduction to Ravelry - Beginner Level

Wed, Oct 07, 5:45pm - 6:45pm

Explore the Fiber Artist social media of Ravelry and find your next fiber arts pattern today!

Wed, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Vocabulary Workshop for Beginners is a free Workshop for individuals who speak little to no Spanish.

Wed, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Virtual Event: Genealogy Research Question Workshop

Wed, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Want to display data properly on your web page? Learn how to build a responsive table to showcase your data. Recommended Audience: Adult

Wed, Oct 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Sharpen your genealogy skills and learn about resources by sharing your research questions.

Virtual Event: The Big Bad Wolf

Wed, Oct 07, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Thu, Oct 08, 10:00am - 10:30am

We'll have a howling good time with stories and activities all about that classic storybook villain, the Big Bad Wolf! Recommended for preschool and early elementary.

Clase en Línea: Microsoft Excel Nivel 3

Thu, Oct 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Analice datos con funciones y gráficos recomendados. Utilice referencias absolutas y relativas para asegurarse de que sus datos sean calculen con precisión.

Online Class: WordPress Level 1

Thu, Oct 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Learn how to build your own website. Start with WordPress, which offers lots of options for skinning your site the way you want it.

Rescheduled

Thu, Oct 08, 10:15am - 11:45am

New date Thursday, October 08, 10:15am - 11:30am

Learn the basics of Sashiko (stab stitching) while creating a hand-sewn coaster. A new Sashiko pattern will be introduced each month. Pre-Requisite: Hand Sewing: Basic Level 4

Thu, Oct 08, 10:15am - 11:30am

Learn the basics of Sashiko (stab stitching) while creating a hand-sewn coaster. A new Sashiko pattern will be introduced each month. Pre-Requisite: Hand Sewing: Basic Level 4

Virtual Event: Cuisine Corner Junior: Spooky & Sweet!

Thu, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Thu, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:15am

October isn’t only for ghosts and ghouls! In this fun, Halloween themed program, kids will follow basic instructions to create spooky and tasty treats! This event is intended for ages 6-12.

Virtual Event: While You Sleep

Thu, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Thu, Oct 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

Night frog sings, owls hoot and trains rumble. Discover what happens at night while you sleep. Recommended for preschoolers.

Virtual Event: Camera Level 1

Thu, Oct 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Learn basic camera settings and the use and care of camera lenses. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Make Money With Your Music - Dominate Spotify

Thu, Oct 08, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Discover tips and tricks for Artists on Spotify. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Clase en Línea: Microsoft Excel Nivel 4

Thu, Oct 08, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Calcule datos con las funciones básicas de SUM (SUMA) y AVERAGE (PROMEDIO). Utilice opciones automáticas que incluyen relleno automático y flash para optimizar su flujo de trabajo.

Online Class: WordPress Level 2

Thu, Oct 08, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Create a website with WordPress. Customize the appearance and layout of your site to get the look you want by using a wide selection of free themes.

Virtual Event: Family Tree Guide to DNA Testing Study Group

Thu, Oct 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Join us for our genetic genealogy study group and learn how DNA test results can help to confirm, extend, and deepen your genealogical research. Registration Required.

Online Class: WordPress Level 3

Thu, Oct 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will review different grammar points in English and basic sentence writing.

Thu, Oct 08, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Learn how to use plugins and widgets to customize your site around your audience. Create interactive content to effectively engage your clients.

Thu, Oct 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Dread analyzing data? Simplify the process and create meaningful reports using the powerful PivotTable tools.

Virtual Event: Homeschool: Detective School - Working In a Lab

Thu, Oct 08, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Learn how to record different types of business transactions such as posting accounts payable and accounts receivable. Recommended Audience: Adult

Thu, Oct 08, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Learn all the lab skills necessary to become a master detective. Part 2 of the Detective School series.

Online Class: WordPress Level 4

Thu, Oct 08, 1:45pm - 2:45pm

Learn how to turn your WordPress site into a Search Engine Optimization (SEO) powerhouse and protect your website from hackers.

Online Class: Hand Sewing - Beginner Level

Thu, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Get real-time recommendations from OCLS Librarians on what to read next or what to read on specific topics through Facebook: facebook.com/oclslib or Twitter: twitter.com/oclslibrary

Thu, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 3:15pm

Learn basic hand sewing stitches and techniques to secure, hem and mend fabric. This is a 4 week series (10/8, 10/15,10/22, and 10/29).

Virtual Event: Painting with Nature

Thu, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Let nature be the inspiration for your toddler! We will create art using tools from the environment to explore the textures and patterns of the great outdoors. Recommended for toddlers.

Virtual Event: Pro Tools Level 3 Signal Flow & Effects

Thu, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Master key concepts to shape your sound. Open the wide world of applying audio effects and begin to understand the theory behind building a mix. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Maya Modeling 2 - Biped Character UV Map

Thu, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Learn to correct and extract the UV coordinates of a biped character's geometry. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Formulas & Functions

Thu, Oct 08, 2:15pm - 3:15pm

Calculate your data with formulas and functions. Search the Function Library to find the perfect fit. Use date, financial, logical, lookup, math and text functions.

Virtual Event: Cuisine Corner Jr - Holy Guacamole

Thu, Oct 08, 2:45pm - 3:45pm

Learn how to add new employees, enter timesheets, setup employee benefits, setup payroll items, pay employees, process payroll forms, and process payroll reports in QuickBooks.

Thu, Oct 08, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Nothing is better than fresh guacamole! Learn how to prepare this classic dip that’s both easy to whip up and delicious. Recommended for upper elementary, tweens and teens.

Virtual Event: Spanish from Zero - Intermediate with Brenda

Thu, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Intermediate Spanish- Come and learn grammar with Ms. Brenda.

Virtual Program - Florida's Haunted History

Thu, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Join us as we discuss Florida's eerie legends and folklore! Recommended for tweens-teens.

Online Class: Make More Pop Up Cards (Ages 7-9)

Thu, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Design your own pop-up cards. Use Microsoft Publisher to customize your designs and employ the v-cut to create beaks, boats and more.

Virtual Event: Maya Rigging 1 - Biped Character HumanIK Skeleton

Thu, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Learn to apply, modify and define a skeletal structure of a biped character using the HumanIK tool. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Cuisine Corner Junior - Caramel Apple Cheesecake

Thu, Oct 08, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Savor the taste of fall! Learn to make a delicious no-bake caramel apple cheesecake. Recommended for lower and upper elementary.

Virtual Event: GarageBand Basics

Thu, Oct 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Learn the basics of the GarageBand interface, free with MacOS! Discover the different types of sound regions and work with Apple Loops to create a song!

Online Class: BizKids Club (Ages 9-14) - 8 Sessions

Thu, Oct 08, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Ready to become an entrepreneur? The BizKids Club is an instructor-led virtual program that introduces participants to the world of business and entrepreneurship.

Thu, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Do you want to interact with your users? Learn how to create an interactive form to collect data from your site visitors. Recommended Audience: Adult

Virtual Event: Healthy Dating Relationships

Thu, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Thu, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Identify the characteristics of healthy, unhealthy, and abusive relationships through interactive scenarios. Learn effective communication within relationships. Recommended 5th Grade–Young Adults

Virtual Event: Alafaya Book Club

Thu, Oct 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

The Alafaya Book Club's October selection is "Such a Fun Age" by Kiley Reid.

Virtual Event: Character Study - Character Development

Thu, Oct 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Are you the smartest person you know? Test your knowledge and compete head to head against your friends to see if you've got what it takes to be this week's trivia champion!

Thu, Oct 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Strong characters make up the foundation of a good story. Learn to design complete characters to construct your script's narrative. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Online Class: Web Design - CSS Level 1

Fri, Oct 09, 10:00am - 11:00am

Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas.

Fri, Oct 09, 10:00am - 11:30am

Want to take your coding skills to the next level? Learn how to write proper Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) code and format Web pages using external style sheets.

Online Class: Sewing: Introduction to the Sewing Machine - Beginner Level

Fri, Oct 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Ever wanted to make your own custom clothes, home decor, costumes or accessories? Join us in this basic sewing class and learn about sewing safety, basic sewing machine skills and stitching seams.

Virtual Event: Round is a Tortilla

Fri, Oct 09, 10:00am - 10:45am

Discover the shapes all around us in our every day lives with this bilingual storytime and craft. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Layer Blending Modes

Fri, Oct 09, 10:00am - 11:00am

Applying blending modes to image layers to quickly fix problems with exposure, shadows and highlights. Learn to use blending modes to generate artistic and creative effects on photos.

Virtual Event: Preschool Peru Storytime & Craft

Fri, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Fri, Oct 09, 11:00am - 11:45am

Let's make our way through the Andes and more with a fun storytime and craft. Recommended for preschoolers.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Black and White Effects

Fri, Oct 09, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow.

Fri, Oct 09, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Make photos pop with black and white effects. Learn multiple ways to convert photos to black and white, apply adjustment layers and create enhancing effects.

Online Class: Web Design - CSS Level 2

Fri, Oct 09, 11:45am - 1:15pm

Customize your Web pages using CSS. Learn how to add functionality such as Google Maps CSS Hovers and Transitions into Web pages. Recommended Audience: Adult

Fri, Oct 09, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

VIrtual Event: Writing Clearly is a grammar and writing course for Advanced Learner focuses on grammar complex ideas, including sentence structures, phrases, and vocabulary building.

Fri, Oct 09, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Analyze data with COUNT functions and recommended charts. Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately.

Fri, Oct 09, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Take an average photo and make it pop. Learn basic color correction techniques and make global and location adjustments to images in Adobe Camera Raw.

Fri, Oct 09, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

From the rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes to the use of picture books, songs and flannel board stories, your child will be encouraged to develop early literacy skills.

Online Class: Web Design - CSS Level 3

Fri, Oct 09, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Speaking Clearly is a pronunciation class for Intermediate speakers designed to introduce learners to the rules of spelling and pronunciation of English words and phrases.

Fri, Oct 09, 1:45pm - 3:15pm

Do you want to draw more attention to your site? A full-screen video background is a solution.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Smoke and Fire Text Effects

Fri, Oct 09, 1:45pm - 2:45pm

Format workbooks with frozen panes, headers and themes. Customize worksheets with sheet names, color coding and hidden sheets. Print your data for perfect reports and presentations.

Fri, Oct 09, 1:45pm - 2:45pm

Make simple text appear sensational! Learn to use filters, adjustment layers and brush tools to create text the appears to be on fire or a cloud of smoke.

Virtual Event: Little Chef - Autumn Treat - Pumpkin Cheesecake Brownies

Fri, Oct 09, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Mix, pour, measure and bake! Little ones will learn valuable kitchen skills while creating a delicious pumpkin recipe. Adult participation is required at this event. Recommended for preschoolers.

Online Class: Let's Crochet Textured Scarves - Confident Beginner Level

Fri, Oct 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Cozy up this fall with a warm crocheted scarf. Create an interesting texture by crocheting through the back loops of your stitches in this project.

Virtual Event: Adobe After Effects Level 1

Fri, Oct 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Create a spectacular video animation using a few stills and Adobe After Effects. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Online Class: Budgeting with Excel (Ages 10-12)

Fri, Oct 09, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Perform numerical calculation in Microsoft Excel and learn how to use the tools needed to create a budget.

Fri, Oct 09, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce very young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together.

Virtual Event: Space Exploration

Fri, Oct 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Fri, Oct 09, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Join us in a virtual spaceship as we explore objects in space on a mission to find a black hole, then we will make a space object craft ourselves.

Virtual Event: Adobe After Effects Level 2

Fri, Oct 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Explore 3D video in Adobe After Effects! Animate layers and extrude type in 3d space to create an otherworldly cinematic animation! This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Online Class: Let's Embroider Level 1 - Beginner Level

Fri, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Start hand embroidery today. Learn the basics of using a hoop and needles to create running, back and cross stitches to create a beautiful sampler.

Online Class: Loom Bracelets (Ages 7-9)

Fri, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Create colorful bracelets with cardboard looms and yarn. Learn how to measure and make your bracelet using kumihimo weaving techniques.

Online Class: Sewing - Winter Plush Charms - Intermediate Level

Sat, Oct 10, 10:00am - 11:30am

Learn graphic concepts and terminology. Become familiar with the basic tools required to edit and retouch digital images. Recommended Audience: Adult

Sat, Oct 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Just in time for winter, we're making a snowy animal plush. Curves and patterns are what this class is all about. Make sure you bring your fabric.

Online Class: Science Fair Charts with Excel (Ages 10-12)

Sat, Oct 10, 10:00am - 10:45am

Create amazing science fair charts to wow the judges using Microsoft Excel. Learn how to use the tools needed to create basic graphs to display your data.

Virtual Event: Tech Sassy Girlz Outreach

Sat, Oct 10, 10:00am - 10:30am

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play.

Sat, Oct 10, 10:00am - 1:00pm

FabLab instructors offer a virtual exhibit via breakout room at the 9th Annual Tech Sassy Girlz Day Conference

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Virtual Event: Adobe Live Demo + Q&A

Sat, Oct 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

Join this live Adobe demonstration followed by an open Q&A on everything Adobe. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Online Class: BizKids Club (Ages 9-14) - 8 Sessions

Sat, Oct 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Ready to become an entrepreneur? The BizKids Club is an instructor-led virtual program that introduces participants to the world of business and entrepreneurship.

Registration is now closed

Virtual Event: Stories and Stretches

Sat, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Sat, Oct 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Wiggle and stretch to stories, songs and rhymes focusing on motor development. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Online Class: Animated Stories with PowerPoint (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Oct 10, 11:00am - 11:45am

Let's Huff and Puff and make storytelling more exciting! Use PowerPoint to animate The Three Little Pigs as an interactive story.

Sat, Oct 10, 11:45am - 1:15pm

Learn how to use selection tools and layers. Recommended Audience: Adult

Online Class: Code with Tynker (Ages 10-12)

Sat, Oct 10, 11:45am - 1:15pm

Want to expand your skills? Learn how to layout Web pages using HTML5 tags. In this class, you learn how to create a header, footer and different sections in a Web page. Recommended Audience: Adult

Sat, Oct 10, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Design a game with code. Choose characters and backgrounds, then program a classic game you can play. Learn the basics of computer science with the Tynker app.

Online Class: Design Minecraft Characters (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Oct 10, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Give Steve and Alex fresh new looks. Design characters, items, blocks and mobs for Minecraft using Tynker.

Sat, Oct 10, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

From the rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes to the use of picture books, songs and flannel board stories, your child will be encouraged to develop early literacy skills.

Sat, Oct 10, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Saturdays get spooky in this do it yourself craft series using a combination of household goods and inexpensive seasonal items.

Virtual Event: Teen Art Adventures - Hispanic Artists

Sat, Oct 10, 1:45pm - 3:15pm

Learn how to use layer styles, custom shapes, text tool, gradient tool, save and print. Recommended Audience: Adult

Sat, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Come explore the art of famous Hispanic artists and create some art of your own. Recommended for tweens and teens.

Online Class: Roblox Game Design (Ages 10-12)

Sat, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Create Roblox games. In this introduction to game design and coding learn how to manipulate 3D parts to create obstacles and racers, then use code to bring your game to life.

Virtual Event: Tea & Conversation

Sat, Oct 10, 2:15pm - 3:45pm

Want to display data properly on your web page? Learn how to build a responsive table to showcase your data. Recommended Audience: Adult

Sat, Oct 10, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

This monthly social is designed to bring adults together. Share your stories and have a cup of tea. It is a celebration of everyday life and celebrating the moment.

Virtual Event: DIY Sugar Scrub

Sat, Oct 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Pamper yourself with a DIY exfoliating sugar scrub. This class is intended for adults. Registration is required.

Sat, Oct 10, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce very young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together.

Sat, Oct 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Learn common image editing techniques used to retouch and restore photographs. Recommended Audience: Adult

Sat, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Do you want to interact with your users? Learn how to create an interactive form to collect data from your site visitors. Recommended Audience: Adult

Virtual Event: NaNoWriMo 101 - An intro to National Novel Writing Month

Sun, Oct 11, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play.

Sun, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

November is National Novel Writing Month! Learn more about the event that encourages you to write 50,000 words of a novel this month and get tips for hitting that goal. Presented by NaNOrlando

Sun, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group.

Virtual Event: OCLS Writer's Group

Sun, Oct 11, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce very young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together.

Sun, Oct 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Magnolia Room

Join your fellow writers for critique, discussion, and camaraderie. Writers of all genres and experience are welcome. Please attend one meeting before submitting a piece for critique.

Virtual Event: Mama Gansa

Mon, Oct 12, 10:00am - 10:30am

A Spanish immersion Mother Goose on the Loose with interactive songs, rhymes and activities to grow your baby's early literacy and Spanish skills! Recommended for babies.

Online Class: Let's Knit Squares - Waves Square - Confident Beginner Level

Mon, Oct 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Build your knitting skills block by block. Learn how to make a blanket from twelve unique squares. Create the Waves square, a stockinette pattern with alternating purl lines and a seed stitch border.

Mon, Oct 12, 10:00am - 11:30am

Learn the basic features of QuickBooks to get you started in organizing your personal or business finances.

Mon, Oct 12, 10:00am - 11:00am

Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas.

Virtual Event - Ghostly Gathering

Mon, Oct 12, 10:00am - 11:00am

Create polished documents in Microsoft Word. Navigate the Word user interface and apply basic word processing techniques to create a formatted letter. Ensure readability with basic review tools.

Mon, Oct 12, 11:00am - 11:30am

Ghosts aren't always scary! Join us for some crafts & stories focused on ghostly friends! Recommended for preschoolers.

Virtual Event: Organizing 101

Mon, Oct 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Join Jane Cole CPO®, a Certified Professional Organizer, as she discusses the steps to tackle your organizing projects and reduce the clutter, chaos and stress in your life. Registration required.

Virtual Event: Fundamentals of Sound for Audio Engineering

Mon, Oct 12, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Explore the fundamentals of sound theory. Discuss how the physics of sound affects recordings. Learn key digital audio concepts, including sample rate, bit depth and file types.

Virtual Event: How to Make Photo Books in Lightroom

Mon, Oct 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Lightroom’s Book Module allows users to create photo books, magazines and other printing jobs with pictures and text. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Mon, Oct 12, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow.

Mon, Oct 12, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Contact your mailing list with ease. Use the Mail Merge wizard to create personalized letters and emails.

Mon, Oct 12, 11:45am - 1:15pm

Learn how to setup a new company profile including the Vendor Center, Customer Center and adding Items. Recommended Audience: Adult

Mon, Oct 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

VIrtual Event: Writing Clearly is a grammar and writing course for Intermediate Learner focuses on grammar complex ideas, including sentence structures, phrases, and vocabulary building.

Mon, Oct 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

VIrtual Event: Writing Clearly is a grammar and writing course for Intermediate Learner focuses on grammar complex ideas, including sentence structures, phrases, and vocabulary building.

Mon, Oct 12, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Analyze data with COUNT functions and recommended charts. Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately.

Virtual Event: Homeschool Meetup - Ocean Depths

Mon, Oct 12, 12:45pm - 1:45pm

Use templates with ease. Modify text and picture placeholders, explore paste options, format pictures and insert charts.

Mon, Oct 12, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Dive beneath the surface and explore the creatures and phenomena on the ocean floor. Recommended Audience: Children ages 6-12.

Virtual Event: Speaking Clearly Beginners

Mon, Oct 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Speaking Clearly is a pronunciation class for beginners. The class is designed to introduce learners to the basics of the sounds of English for pronunciation.

Mon, Oct 12, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Learn how to record different types of business transactions such as posting accounts payable and accounts receivable. Recommended Audience: Adult

Mon, Oct 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Speaking Clearly is a pronunciation class for beginners designed to introduce learners to the basics of the sounds of English for pronunciation.

Mon, Oct 12, 1:45pm - 2:45pm

Format workbooks with frozen panes, headers and themes. Customize worksheets with sheet names, color coding and hidden sheets. Print your data for perfect reports and presentations.

Virtual Event: Autumn Apples

Mon, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Join us for a virtual sewing open lab. We will do our best to answer questions or come share current projects. You will receive an email with a link to access the event from your host.

Mon, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

An apple a day may keep the doctor away, but apple-themed crafts and activities are just plain fun! Come celebrate the season of fall with everything apple. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Mon, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Create professional reports. Unify formatting with Themes and shading, organize topics with titles and headers, and distribute the finished document through printing and sharing options.

Mon, Oct 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Virtual Event: Introduction to Foundation Center Resources

Mon, Oct 12, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce very young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together.

Mon, Oct 12, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

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Virtual Event: Easy Halloween Nail Art

Mon, Oct 12, 4:15pm - 5:15pm

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Mon, Oct 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Get creative and try out some cute and spooky Halloween nail art ideas. DIY nail art is a great way to de-stress and express yourself with a festive manicure. Recommended for tweens and teens.

Online Class: Code with CodeCombat (Ages 10-12)

Mon, Oct 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas.

Mon, Oct 12, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Write real code. Use JavaScript or Python to complete challenges in CodeCombat. Explore mazes, loot treasure and defeat enemies in a fantasy adventure game using code.

Virtual Event: D&D with the Library

Mon, Oct 12, 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Come join us on Zoom for a virtual adventure and some digital dice throwing while playing the world's greatest role-playing game: Dungeons and Dragons.

Virtual Event: "Hola Amigos" - Spanish from Zero for Kids

Mon, Oct 12, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Virtual Event: Basic Spanish for Children and Tweens

This event is full

Mon, Oct 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Learn graphic concepts and terminology. Become familiar with the basic tools required to edit and retouch digital images. Recommended Audience: Adult

Virtual Event: Southeast Book Club

Mon, Oct 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Experience the witty fun of William Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing. Read & perform excerpts from William Shakespeare’s masterpiece! Recommended for teens and adults. Registration required.

Mon, Oct 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Join us to discuss our book selection, Mistress of the Ritz: A novel by Melanie Benjamin.

Online Class: Sewing - Quilted Table Runner (3-Day)

Mon, Oct 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Join us to learn different English idioms and phrases that are used to communicate on a daily basis.

Tue, Oct 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Create a unique and colorful table runner using simple quilting techniques with fabric strips. Add your own touch to home décor or make that special someone a one of a kind gift.

Virtual Event: Sesame Street Storytime - Bilingual Storytime

Tue, Oct 13, 10:00am - 11:30am

Learn basic Web design processes and terminology and how to create a simple Web page using HTML tags. Recommended Audience: Adult

Tue, Oct 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Sing, dance and learn your way through the alphabet and numbers with interactive stories and activities inspired by Plaza Sésamo! Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Virtual Event: Adobe Illustrator Level 1

Tue, Oct 13, 10:00am - 11:30am

Learn graphic concepts and terminology. Become familiar with the basic tools required to edit and retouch digital images. Recommended Audience: Adult

Tue, Oct 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Turn scanned drawings into sleek vector graphics. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Tue, Oct 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Identify the basic features and tools to get you started. Learn how to create a presentation by using templates, text, and picture files.

Virtual Event: Reading Clearly for Beginners

Tue, Oct 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

BASIC Spanish- Come and learn the basic sounds of Spanish.

Tue, Oct 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Reading Clearly Beginners explores English grammar and vocabulary for comprehension and vocabulary development. This class will take place virtually via Zoom.

Virtual Event: Family Feelings

Tue, Oct 13, 11:00am - 11:45am

Explore different families and feelings through stories, songs and activities that will build important literacy skills. Recommended for preschoolers.

Virtual Event: Electronic Engineering Using TinkerCAD

Tue, Oct 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Learn basic electronics and create simple circuits using the TinkerCAD circuit simulator. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Adobe Illustrator Level 2

Tue, Oct 13, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Capture your audience attention with a visually compelling presentation. Learn how to insert and customize SmartArt graphics, tables, charts and video.

Tue, Oct 13, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Design professional-looking stationery using Adobe Illustrator. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Tue, Oct 13, 11:45am - 1:15pm

Want to expand your skills? Learn how to layout Web pages using HTML5 tags. In this class, you learn how to create a header, footer and different sections in a Web page. Recommended Audience: Adult

Tue, Oct 13, 11:45am - 1:15pm

Learn how to use selection tools and layers. Recommended Audience: Adult

Online Class: Sewing - Quilt Block of the Month - Intermediate Level

Tue, Oct 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will review different grammar points in English and basic sentence writing.

Tue, Oct 13, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Build a custom quilt block by block. Join us each month for a new design, come for one class or take them all. This is a Virtual Event. You will receive an email with a link to access.

Virtual Event: Finding Your Roots Census Records

Tue, Oct 13, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Get more precise control over your presentation. Learn how to insert slide transitions, add animations and hyperlinks. Create a customized photo album with simple to use tools.

Tue, Oct 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Learn about what information is contained in each of the censuses and discover how to use all of the various bits of information from the census as clues to further your research.

Virtual Event: English for the Workplace

Tue, Oct 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Join us to learn common phrases, vocabulary, and interactions in workplace.

Virtual Event: Career Academy - Perfecting Your Resume

Tue, Oct 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Get noticed! Elevate your job application with best practices in crafting a resume and cover letter.

Online Class: Microsoft PowerPoint - Create Custom Templates

Tue, Oct 13, 1:45pm - 3:15pm

Learn how to use layer styles, custom shapes, text tool, gradient tool, save and print. Recommended Audience: Adult

Tue, Oct 13, 1:45pm - 2:45pm

Create consistency for your business by making a custom presentation template. Learn how to customize a theme and to format slides through the slide master that updates every slide in a presentation.

Virtual Event: Homeschool: Science Fun

Tue, Oct 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Explore new science topics with hands-on fun! Recommended for homeschoolers ages 6 - 17.

Virtual Event - Wild Earth - Habitats and Shelter

Tue, Oct 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Want to display data properly on your web page? Learn how to build a responsive table to showcase your data. Recommended Audience: Adult

Tue, Oct 13, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Engage in experiments that test our natural world. Learn about animals, conservation and the sciences about the Earth. Recommended for upper elementary and tweens. Registration required

Virtual Event: Unity - Programming Basics

Tue, Oct 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Learn the basics on program behaviors for your game objects using c-sharp, variables and functions. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Paper Mola Panamanian Folk Art

Tue, Oct 13, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Explore the textile art of the Kuna Indians with paper and a craft tutorial. Recommended for upper school age.

Virtual Event: Citizenship Inspired (4-Class Series)

Tue, Oct 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

During this 4-class program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 10/6 Class 1 10/7 Class 2 10/13 Class 3 10/14 Class 4

Tue, Oct 13, 3:15pm - 4:15pm

Do you want to interact with your users? Learn how to create an interactive form to collect data from your site visitors. Recommended Audience: Adult

Tue, Oct 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Virtual Event: History Happenings - Let's Get Presidential

Tue, Oct 13, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Learn common image editing techniques used to retouch and restore photographs. Recommended Audience: Adult

Tue, Oct 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Explore the history of the presidents in this 3-part series. Learn about the leaders of our country from Washington to Kennedy.

Virtual Event: Sunshine State Jr Book Club

Tue, Oct 13, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Hear us read aloud one of the Sunshine State Jr (K-2) books, and then enjoy an activity! This month we're reading "The Proudest Blue."

Virtual Event: Spanish from Zero - Basics with Ms. Brenda

Tue, Oct 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Basic Spanish- Come and learn the basic sounds of Spanish with Ms. Brenda.

Virtual Event: Unity - Programming Character Movements

Tue, Oct 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Learn how to capture the values from an input device and how to assign that value to the movements of the game character. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Animal Crossing Club

Tue, Oct 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow.

Tue, Oct 13, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

Calling all Animal Crossing Fans! Connect with other fans of this popular game and learn tips and tricks to grow your island. Recommended for Ages 13-18.

Online Class: Let's Code! Minecraft Voyage Aquatic

Tue, Oct 13, 4:45pm - 5:30pm

Write real code. Explore the JavaScript programming language using a simulated Minecraft world.

Online Class: BizKids Club (Ages 9-14) - 8 Sessions

Tue, Oct 13, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Ready to become an entrepreneur? The BizKids Club is an instructor-led virtual program that introduces participants to the world of business and entrepreneurship.

Tue, Oct 13, 6:00pm - 7:15pm

A six-week reading and discussion program that inspires thought and conversation between children (5-12) and families. Recipes, books and activity kits will be provided. Funded by Florida Humanities.

This event is full

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Tue, Oct 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Tue, Oct 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.

Virtual Event: Growing Your Readership with Newsletters

Tue, Oct 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Learn how to use selection tools and layers. Recommended Audience: Adult

Tue, Oct 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Developing an author newsletter can help expand your audience and keep them engaged. Author Arielle Haughee will discuss how to set up a newsletter, what content to include and how to gain subscribers

Online Class: Let's Crochet Borders - Intermediate Level

Wed, Oct 14, 10:00am - 11:30am

Build your crochet skills with new borders for your squares and blankets. Each pattern creates a unique border that can be a great accent to any blanket.

Virtual Event: Caregiver Connect - Stay and Play

Wed, Oct 14, 10:00am - 10:30am

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle. Encourage your little one to say hello to new and old friends as we explore creativity through songs and an activity.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Layer Blending Modes

Wed, Oct 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

Applying blending modes to image layers to quickly fix problems with exposure, shadows and highlights. Learn to use blending modes to generate artistic and creative effects on photos.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Formulas & Functions

Wed, Oct 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

Calculate your data with formulas and functions. Search the Function Library to find the perfect fit. Use date, financial, logical, lookup, math and text functions.

Virtual Event: Lightroom Interface Demonstration

Wed, Oct 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

Explore the Lightroom features in this walkthrough. We will cover what Lightroom is and how it is different than Photoshop. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Wed, Oct 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas.

Virtual Event: Southwest Fiber Arts Meetup - Community Stitch Challenge

Wed, Oct 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Wed, Oct 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Have a great time connecting with our community on ZOOM while working on your fiber art. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome. Recommended for Adults 18+

Virtual Event: Off We Go to Mexico! Storytime & Craft

Wed, Oct 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Using rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments and more, we will be interacting together to help develop important pre-literacy skills in our littlest ones! Recommended for babies.

Wed, Oct 14, 11:00am - 11:45am

Tiny travelers, let's journey to Mexico! Stories, songs and a desert craft. Recommended for preschoolers.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Black and White Effects

Wed, Oct 14, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Dread analyzing data? Simplify the process and create meaningful reports using the powerful PivotTable tools.

Wed, Oct 14, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Make photos pop with black and white effects. Learn multiple ways to convert photos to black and white, apply adjustment layers and create enhancing effects.

Virtual Event: Shape Monster

Wed, Oct 14, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow.

Wed, Oct 14, 11:30am - 12:00pm

The monster is munching all of the shapes! Enjoy songs, stories, and activities all about shapes.

Virtual Event: Using the Develop Module in Lightroom

Wed, Oct 14, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Learn to edit a batch of photos within Lightroom by using the Develop module and all of its editing capabilities. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Clase en Línea: QuickBooks Pro Nivel 1

Wed, Oct 14, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Join us to learn, practice, and discuss reading strategies and complex English vocabulary. Please register!

Wed, Oct 14, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Aprenda las características básicas de QuickBooks que le ayudaran a comenzar a organizar las finanzas de su negocio o sus finanzas personales.

Wed, Oct 14, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Take an average photo and make it pop. Learn basic color correction techniques and make global and location adjustments to images in Adobe Camera Raw.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Smoke and Fire Text Effects

Wed, Oct 14, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Analyze data with COUNT functions and recommended charts. Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately.

Wed, Oct 14, 1:45pm - 2:45pm

Make simple text appear sensational! Learn to use filters, adjustment layers and brush tools to create text the appears to be on fire or a cloud of smoke.

Wed, Oct 14, 1:45pm - 2:45pm

Format workbooks with frozen panes, headers and themes. Customize worksheets with sheet names, color coding and hidden sheets. Print your data for perfect reports and presentations.

Virtual Event: F is for Fall

Wed, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.

Wed, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Leaves falling, colors changing, pumpkins growing; explore all things fall in this fun storytime! Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Virtual Event: Exporting Images from Lightroom + Q&A

Wed, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Exporting is the final step when working in Lightroom. Let's walk you through it step-by-step to demonstrate how you can finalize your photos. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Clase en Línea: QuickBooks Pro Nivel 2

Wed, Oct 14, 2:15pm - 3:45pm

Aprenda a crear una compañía nueva, explorar el Centro de Vendedores, Centro de Clientes y añadir Artículos al sistema.

Virtual Event: Monster-gami

Wed, Oct 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Wed, Oct 14, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Calling all monsters! Creep, crawl, or ooze on into this frightfully fun paper-folding event. Recommended Ages 9-12.

Virtual Event: Citizenship Inspired (4-Class Series)

Wed, Oct 14, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

During this 4-class program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 10/6 Class 1 10/7 Class 2 10/13 Class 3 10/14 Class 4

Virtual Event: Create a Halloween LED Greeting Card

Wed, Oct 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Create a spooktacular Halloween greeting card with a flashing LED! Use electronic components and conductive paint to construct a simple circuit. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

This event is full

Virtual Event: Boo-lieve It or Not

Wed, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Practica tu español! Develop your Spanish language skills through conversation. Recommended for adults.

Wed, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Construct a pet ghost as we unearth the spine-tingling history of haunted happenings and spooky tales. Recommended for teens.

Virtual Event: Art : Portrait Fundamentals 4

Wed, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

In this series we will demonstrate how to achieve a face portrait using classic and modern accurate techniques

Virtual Event: Introduction to Infrared Photography

Wed, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Do you have questions about how to put language together to express yourself well? Do you need more help with topics in other English classes? Well, this is the class for you!

Wed, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Create impressive pictures using digital infrared techniques. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Spooky Watercolor Art

Wed, Oct 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Create a spooky watercolor art using basic art supplies. Recommended for tweens and teens.

Online Class: Google Earth (Ages 10-12)

Wed, Oct 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Analyze data with COUNT functions and recommended charts. Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately.

Wed, Oct 14, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Fly around the globe and view famous world landmarks using Google Earth.

Online Class: Let's Knit Mitered Squares - Confident Beginner Level

Wed, Oct 14, 5:45pm - 7:15pm

Create beautiful home décor and accessories with mitered squares. Use beginning stitches and scrap yarn to create this quick project while learning the center double decrease stitch.

Virtual Event: Cuisine Corner- Papas Rellenas

Wed, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Watch live as Yamira Lee Johnson, head chef and founder of Breaking Bread with Mira and certified holistic life coach, shows you how to make Papas Rellenas.

Virtual Event: Juega Lotería!

Wed, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Vocabulary Workshop for Beginners is a free Workshop for individuals who speak little to no Spanish.

Wed, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Mexican Lotería.

Wed, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Virtual Event: Hathi Trust Digital Library and Genealogy

Wed, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Learn how to use layer styles, custom shapes, text tool, gradient tool, save and print. Recommended Audience: Adult

Wed, Oct 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Discover the Hathi Trust Digital Library and learn how you can use this amazing resource to enhance your genealogical research.

Virtual Event: What's In That Cave!

Wed, Oct 14, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Thu, Oct 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

They come out at night and they zig zag through the sky above. Journey to a cave with stories and activities all about bats! Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Virtual Event: Adobe Illustrator Level 3

Thu, Oct 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Take an average photo and make it pop. Learn basic color correction techniques and make global and location adjustments to images in Adobe Camera Raw.

Thu, Oct 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Explore the benefits of having a defined and consistent visual design style. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Rescheduled

Thu, Oct 15, 10:15am - 11:45am

New date Thursday, October 15, 10:15am - 11:30am

Learn the basics of Sashiko (stab stitching) while creating a hand-sewn coaster. A new Sashiko pattern will be introduced each month. Pre-Requisite: Hand Sewing: Basic Level 4

Thu, Oct 15, 10:15am - 11:30am

Learn the basics of Sashiko (stab stitching) while creating a hand-sewn coaster. A new Sashiko pattern will be introduced each month. Pre-Requisite: Hand Sewing: Basic Level 4

Thu, Oct 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Virtual Event: Scared of the Dark

Thu, Oct 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Thu, Oct 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

Many kids (and some adults!) are scared of the dark. Let's embrace the darkness and face our fears together with fun stories and activities. Recommended for preschool and early elementary.

Virtual Event: Make Money with your Music - Royalty-Free Music and Sound Effects

Thu, Oct 15, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Join us for a discussion on using various online platforms to license your music and sound effects. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Smoke and Fire Text Effects

Thu, Oct 15, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Make simple text appear sensational! Learn to use filters, adjustment layers and brush tools to create text the appears to be on fire or a cloud of smoke.

Virtual Event: Adobe Illustrator Level 4

Thu, Oct 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Design a poster in Adobe Illustrator. Use the Transform options to scale objects, frame images and speed up text formatting with Paragraph Styles. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Online Class: Web Design - CSS Level 2

Thu, Oct 15, 11:45am - 1:15pm

Customize your Web pages using CSS. Learn how to add functionality such as Google Maps CSS Hovers and Transitions into Web pages. Recommended Audience: Adult

Virtual Event: Family Tree Guide to DNA Testing Study Group

Thu, Oct 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Join us for our genetic genealogy study group and learn how DNA test results can help to confirm, extend, and deepen your genealogical research. Registration Required.

Virtual Event: Holistic Stress Relief Strategies - LIFE Information for Elders

Thu, Oct 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will review different grammar points in English and basic sentence writing.

Thu, Oct 15, 12:10pm - 1:10pm

Learn how to successfully manage uncomfortable and intrusive thoughts, feelings, and emotions. Explore holistic techniques that help to relieve mental and emotional distress. Registration required.

Clase en Línea: QuickBooks Pro Nivel 3

Thu, Oct 15, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Aprenda como registrar diferentes transacciones de su negocio tales como las cuentas por pagar y las cuentas por cobrar.

Virtual Event: Homeschool: Detective School - Power of Deduction

Thu, Oct 15, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Power up your deduction skills with critical thinking that will help you come up with a conclusion based on facts. Part 3 of the Detective School series.

Online Class: Web Design - CSS Level 3

Thu, Oct 15, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Do you want to draw more attention to your site? A full-screen video background is a solution.

Online Class: Hand Sewing - Beginner Level

Thu, Oct 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Get real-time recommendations from OCLS Librarians on what to read next or what to read on specific topics through Facebook: facebook.com/oclslib or Twitter: twitter.com/oclslibrary

Thu, Oct 15, 2:00pm - 3:15pm

Learn basic hand sewing stitches and techniques to secure, hem and mend fabric. This is a 4 week series (10/8, 10/15,10/22, and 10/29).

Virtual Event: Fall Festival

Thu, Oct 15, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Celebrate fall with stories and activities featuring apples, pumpkins and autumn leaves. Recommended for preschoolers.

Virtual Event: Home Educator Lesson Plan - Mission to Mars

Thu, Oct 15, 2:00pm - 3:15pm

A library Fab Lab instructor will review the lesson plan for our Mission to Mars camp so you can teach it yourself. Learn the inspiration behind the activities and the resources used to create them.

Virtual Event: Maya Rigging 2 - Biped Character Painting Weights

Thu, Oct 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Learn to correct the diformation of the biped character's geometry when the skeletal structure is animated. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Clase en Línea: QuickBooks Pro Nivel 4

Thu, Oct 15, 2:15pm - 3:45pm

Aprenda como añadir empleados y transacciones como hojas de tiempo, beneficios de los empleados, pago de empleados, procesos de nómina y generar informes de nómina de empleados en Quickbooks.

Virtual Event: Grimm's Gingerbread House (Ages 4+) - Storytime and Craft

Thu, Oct 15, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

The witch went in the oven and the kids are moving in! Test your Grimm's fairytale knowledge, listen to stories, and build a gingerbread house together. Recommended for families.

Online Class: Animate Cars with Algodoo (Ages 10-12)

Thu, Oct 15, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Have fun with physics! Simulate physics in the real world with Algodoo. Experiment with interactive cars and see how they react to the forces of gravity and friction.

Virtual Event: Cuisine Corner Junior - Talkin' Tacos

Thu, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Explore Latin America’s popular taco cuisine and learn how to make a delicious tortilla rellena de pollo (chicken taco), topped with your very own homemade Pico de Gallo. Recommended for ages 8-18.

Virtual Event: Spanish from Zero - Intermediate with Brenda

Thu, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Intermediate Spanish- Come and learn grammar with Ms. Brenda.

Virtual Event: Maya Animating - Biped Character Walk Cycle

Thu, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Animate an endless walk cycle of a biped character using the timeline and graph editors. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Online Class: Design Minecraft Characters (Ages 7-9)

Thu, Oct 15, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Give Steve and Alex fresh new looks. Design characters, items, blocks and mobs for Minecraft using Tynker.

Online Class: BizKids Club (Ages 9-14) - 8 Sessions

Thu, Oct 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Format workbooks with frozen panes, headers and themes. Customize worksheets with sheet names, color coding and hidden sheets. Print your data for perfect reports and presentations.

Thu, Oct 15, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Ready to become an entrepreneur? The BizKids Club is an instructor-led virtual program that introduces participants to the world of business and entrepreneurship.

Virtual Event - Animanga Club

Thu, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Come be a hero with games, trivia, crafts, prizes and of course discussion of your favorite anime and manga. Recommended for teens and adults. Registration Required.

Thu, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Thu, Oct 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Are you the smartest person you know? Test your knowledge and compete head to head against your friends to see if you've got what it takes to be this week's trivia champion!

Online Class: Sewing: Easy Superhero Cape - Beginner Level

Fri, Oct 16, 10:00am - 11:00am

Identify the basic features and tools to get you started. Learn how to create a presentation by using templates, text, and picture files.

Fri, Oct 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Are you ready for halloween? Join us to make this easy superhero cape for a quick and easy costume sizes kids-adults. Students are required to bring materials. See the description for details.

Fri, Oct 16, 10:00am - 11:15am

Are you stuck on a software-related project or simply need constructive ideas to get you started? Let us help! A technology trainer will be available to provide basic, introductory assistance.

This event is full

Fri, Oct 16, 10:00am - 10:30am

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play.

Virtual Event: Sketching 101

Fri, Oct 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Fri, Oct 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Learn the basics of sketching through use of simple art techniques and observing the world around you. Materials: All you need is a #2 pencil, colored pencils, paper, and paper towel.

Virtual Event: AI and Machine Learning in Music

Fri, Oct 16, 11:00am - 11:30am

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group.

Fri, Oct 16, 11:00am - 12:30pm

What is Machine Learning in Plugins and how can that help? Take a dive with our Audio Instructors as we go over some plugins that utilize machine learning to help you improve your sound.

Fri, Oct 16, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Capture your audience attention with a visually compelling presentation. Learn how to insert and customize SmartArt graphics, tables, charts and video.

Fri, Oct 16, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Learn graphic concepts and terminology. Become familiar with the basic tools required to edit and retouch digital images. Recommended Audience: Adult

Fri, Oct 16, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

VIrtual Event: Writing Clearly is a grammar and writing course for Advanced Learner focuses on grammar complex ideas, including sentence structures, phrases, and vocabulary building.

Virtual Event: Synthesizer Fundamentals

Fri, Oct 16, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Get more precise control over your presentation. Learn how to insert slide transitions, add animations and hyperlinks. Create a customized photo album with simple to use tools.

Fri, Oct 16, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Synthesize your sound. Use source, modifier and controller modules to create and manipulate audio signals. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Fri, Oct 16, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Speaking Clearly is a pronunciation class for Intermediate speakers designed to introduce learners to the rules of spelling and pronunciation of English words and phrases.

Online Class: Microsoft PowerPoint - Create Custom Templates

Fri, Oct 16, 1:45pm - 3:15pm

Learn how to use selection tools and layers. Recommended Audience: Adult

Fri, Oct 16, 1:45pm - 2:45pm

Create consistency for your business by making a custom presentation template. Learn how to customize a theme and to format slides through the slide master that updates every slide in a presentation.

Online Class: Let's Crochet Ghosts - Intermediate Level

Fri, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Create a mini ghost to haunt your home! Practice creating an amigurumi by working in the round, increasing, and invisible decreases.

This event is full

Virtual Event: Homeschool: Art Expressions

Fri, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Join us on Zoom and be creative as you learn various art techniques.

Virtual Event: Adobe After Effects Level 3

Fri, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Build stunning 2D and 3D video motion graphics with confidence. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Fri, Oct 16, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce very young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together.

Online Class: Animate Cars with Algodoo (Ages 10-12)

Fri, Oct 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Fri, Oct 16, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Have fun with physics! Simulate physics in the real world with Algodoo. Experiment with interactive cars and see how they react to the forces of gravity and friction.

Virtual Event: Adobe After Effects Level 4

Fri, Oct 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Discover how to use the arcs principle to animation photographs, and how to use the moving camera tool to follow the action on the screen. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Online Class: Let's Embroider Level 2 - Beginner Level

Fri, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Add to your stitch repertoire. Learn how to create French knots, chain stitches and satin stitches, while practicing the running and back stitches.

Online Class: Code with Code Studio (Ages 10-12)

Fri, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Complete challenges using code. Explore computer science with characters from Frozen, Minecraft and Star Wars in Hour of Code tutorials.

Virtual Event: Ooey, Gooey, Grimy and Slimy Science

Fri, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Enjoy a fun-filled program of silly science. Make the ooiest and the gooiest of the goos and get grimy and slimy with us. Recommended for lower and upper elementary.

Virtual Event: Seeing 20/20 in 2020

Fri, Oct 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Create a clear picture for where you want to go with a vision board. Recommended for tweens and teens.

Online Class: Finger Knit Jewelry (Ages 7-9)

Fri, Oct 16, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Create trendy accessories with upcycled fabric and your fingers.

Clases Online: Dobladillo / Bastilla

Sat, Oct 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm

¿Compró un par de pantalones o una falda que es demasiado larga? Venga a esta clase de costura, aprenda a completar dobladillos para hacer en cualquier prenda, desde pantalones de vestir hasta faldas.

Online Class: Roblox Game Design (Ages 10-12)

Sat, Oct 17, 10:00am - 11:30am

Learn the basic features of QuickBooks to get you started in organizing your personal or business finances. Recommended Audience: Adult

Sat, Oct 17, 10:00am - 10:45am

Create Roblox games. In this introduction to game design and coding learn how to manipulate 3D parts to create obstacles and racers, then use code to bring your game to life.

Online Class: BizKids Club (Ages 9-14) - 8 Sessions

Sat, Oct 17, 10:00am - 10:30am

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce very young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together.

Sat, Oct 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Ready to become an entrepreneur? The BizKids Club is an instructor-led virtual program that introduces participants to the world of business and entrepreneurship.

Registration is now closed

Online Class: Make Pop Up Cards (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Sat, Oct 17, 11:00am - 11:45am

Design your own pop up cards. Discover the world of paper engineering while you cut, fold and decorate cool cards.

Sat, Oct 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group.

Sat, Oct 17, 11:45am - 1:15pm

Learn how to setup a new company profile including the Vendor Center, Customer Center and adding Items. Recommended Audience: Adult

Online Class: Animate Shapes with PowerPoint (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Oct 17, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play.

Sat, Oct 17, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Bring your ideas to life. Draw and animate shapes in Microsoft PowerPoint. Combine shapes into pictures, then use simple formatting, transition and animation tools.

Virtual Event: Write a Novel in a Month with NaNoWriMo - presented by NaNOrlando

Sat, Oct 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Join National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) veterans to discuss plot, character, world building, an overview of NaNoWriMo 2020 and tips for making it through. Registration required.

Online Class: Google Earth (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Oct 17, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Fly around the globe and view famous world landmarks using Google Earth.

Sat, Oct 17, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

From the rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes to the use of picture books, songs and flannel board stories, your child will be encouraged to develop early literacy skills.

Sat, Oct 17, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Saturdays get spooky in this do it yourself craft series using a combination of household goods and inexpensive seasonal items.

Virtual Event: Book Folding 101 - How to Make a Book Hedgehog

Sat, Oct 17, 1:45pm - 3:15pm

Learn how to record different types of business transactions such as posting accounts payable and accounts receivable. Recommended Audience: Adult

Sat, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Pick out a paperback book you would like to recycle and we will show you to make a book hedgehog.

Virtual Event: Grid Drawing; Spider-Man - Grid Drawing: Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse

Sat, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 3:15pm

Are you stuck on a software-related project or simply need constructive ideas to get you started? Let us help! A technology trainer will be available to provide basic, introductory assistance.

Sat, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Learn how to draw comic characters using Grid (Grid is a technique that will help you in the placement of your drawing).

Virtual Event: Build a Monster (Ages 3-5) - Storytime and Craft

Sat, Oct 17, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Monsters are magical and filled with the free spirit of creativity. They can look like anything. Enjoy songs, stories, and then design your own monster. Recommended for preschoolers.

Virtual Event: Write a Novel in a Month with NaNoWriMo - presented by NaNOrlando

Sat, Oct 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Learn how to add new employees, enter timesheets, setup employee benefits, setup payroll items, pay employees, process payroll forms, and process payroll reports in QuickBooks.

Sun, Oct 18, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Join National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) veterans to discuss plot, character, world building, an overview of NaNoWriMo 2020 and tips for making it through. Registration required.

Sun, Oct 18, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play.

Sun, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group.

Sun, Oct 18, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce very young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together.

Online Class: Let's Knit the Oats Cowl - Confident Beginner Level

Mon, Oct 19, 10:00am - 11:00am

Create polished documents in Microsoft Word. Navigate the Word user interface and apply basic word processing techniques to create a formatted letter. Ensure readability with basic review tools.

Mon, Oct 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Create a modern cowl perfect for crisp fall days. Practice your beginning knitting skills, while learning how to knit in the round. The Oats pattern is provided by Tin Can Knits.

Virtual Event: Mama Gansa

Mon, Oct 19, 10:00am - 10:30am

A Spanish immersion Mother Goose on the Loose with interactive songs, rhymes and activities to grow your baby's early literacy and Spanish skills! Recommended for babies.

Virtual Event: Camera Level 1

Mon, Oct 19, 10:00am - 11:30am

Learn the basic features of QuickBooks to get you started in organizing your personal or business finances.

Mon, Oct 19, 10:00am - 11:00am

Learn basic camera settings and the use and care of camera lenses. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Digital 3D Sculpting

Mon, Oct 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Create detailed sculptures in a digital environment. Learn to use Sculptris and the intuitive brushes and tools to create amazing artwork which can be 3D printed.

Virtual Event: Hello, Neighbor!

Mon, Oct 19, 11:00am - 11:45am

Welcome to our neighborhood of make-believe. Join us for a grr-ific time learning practical skills with stories and interactive activities! Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Mon, Oct 19, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Contact your mailing list with ease. Use the Mail Merge wizard to create personalized letters and emails.

Mon, Oct 19, 11:45am - 1:15pm

Learn how to setup a new company profile including the Vendor Center, Customer Center and adding Items. Recommended Audience: Adult

Mon, Oct 19, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

VIrtual Event: Writing Clearly is a grammar and writing course for Intermediate Learner focuses on grammar complex ideas, including sentence structures, phrases, and vocabulary building.

Virtual Event: Homeschool Meetup: Aquatic WILD - Riperian Retreat

Mon, Oct 19, 12:45pm - 1:45pm

Use templates with ease. Modify text and picture placeholders, explore paste options, format pictures and insert charts.

Mon, Oct 19, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Learn about riparian zones, what animals inhabit them, and why they are important to wildlife and humans. Recommended for lower and upper elementary.

Mon, Oct 19, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Speaking Clearly is a pronunciation class for beginners designed to introduce learners to the basics of the sounds of English for pronunciation.

Mon, Oct 19, 1:45pm - 3:15pm

Learn how to record different types of business transactions such as posting accounts payable and accounts receivable. Recommended Audience: Adult

Mon, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Join us for a virtual sewing open lab. We will do our best to answer questions or come share current projects. You will receive an email with a link to access the event from your host.

Mon, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Create professional reports. Unify formatting with Themes and shading, organize topics with titles and headers, and distribute the finished document through printing and sharing options.

Mon, Oct 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Online Class: Programming for Digital Media (Ages 10-12)

Mon, Oct 19, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce very young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together.

Mon, Oct 19, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Create graphics with a simple to use programming language. Processing is used to create data visualization programs, interactive media, 3D art and multimedia software.

Virtual Event: Calder's Mobile Art

Mon, Oct 19, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Learn how to add new employees, enter timesheets, setup employee benefits, setup payroll items, pay employees, process payroll forms, and process payroll reports in QuickBooks.

Mon, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Explore the works of Alexander Calder and create your own abstract mobile. Recommended for lower and upper elementary

Virtual Event: "Hola Amigos" - Spanish from Zero for Kids

Mon, Oct 19, 4:15pm - 5:15pm

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Mon, Oct 19, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Virtual Event: Basic Spanish for Children and Tweens

This event is full

Virtual Event: Pajama Tales with Ms. Katy

Mon, Oct 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Experience the witty fun of William Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing. Read & perform excerpts from William Shakespeare’s masterpiece! Recommended for teens and adults. Registration required.

Mon, Oct 19, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Get comfy and cozy! Wear your jammies, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and join us for an evening of stories, rhymes, and songs. Recommended for families.

Virtual Event: Local Legends Around the Campfire

Mon, Oct 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Join us to learn different English idioms and phrases that are used to communicate on a daily basis.

Rescheduled

Tue, Oct 20, 4:30am - 5:00pm

New date Tuesday, October 20, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

Explore local folktales, stories and urban legends through old-fashioned storytelling around a makeshift campfire. Bond with friends as we share our favorite camp activities. Recommended for families.

Virtual Event: Fall Into Fun

Tue, Oct 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Celebrate fall with stories, activities and a craft that feature apples, pumpkins and autumn leaves. Recommended for preschoolers.

Online Class: Sewing - Quilted Table Runner (3-Day)

Tue, Oct 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Create a unique and colorful table runner using simple quilting techniques with fabric strips. Add your own touch to home décor or make that special someone a one of a kind gift.

Tue, Oct 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas.

Tue, Oct 20, 10:00am - 11:30am

Learn graphic concepts and terminology. Become familiar with the basic tools required to edit and retouch digital images. Recommended Audience: Adult

Virtual Event: Reading Clearly for Beginners

Tue, Oct 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

BASIC Spanish- Come and learn the basic sounds of Spanish.

Tue, Oct 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Reading Clearly Beginners explores English grammar and vocabulary for comprehension and vocabulary development. This class will take place virtually via Zoom.

Virtual Event: Spooky Fruits

Tue, Oct 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Create a deliciously horrifying Halloween fruit tray. Learn how to create scary monsters & creepy critters out of a tasty & healthy snack. Recommended for lower and upper elementary, tweens and teens.

Virtual Event: Microphone Theory Levels 1 & 2

Tue, Oct 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Discover how microphones work, the key differences between microphones. Hear how different microphones pick up and transmit sound. Discover how to use polar patterns, proximity effect and phase.

Virtual Event: Photo Composition

Tue, Oct 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Learn more about the rule of thirds and how you can use it to produce more interesting and dynamic photos. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Tue, Oct 20, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow.

Tue, Oct 20, 11:45am - 1:15pm

Learn how to use selection tools and layers. Recommended Audience: Adult

Online Class: Sewing - Refashion Shirt into an Apron (2 Day) - Basic to Intermediate Level

Tue, Oct 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will review different grammar points in English and basic sentence writing.

Tue, Oct 20, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Join the sustainability movement by upcycling gently used dress shirts. Turn unwanted dress shirts into a cute button-front apron. These aprons make great gifts for that special cook in your family.

Virtual Event: Microphone Theory 3

Tue, Oct 20, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Learn the basic features of QuickBooks to get you started in organizing your personal or business finances.

Tue, Oct 20, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Record in stereo sound. Discover how to set-up microphones for a variety of stereo recording techniques and explore the pros and cons of each technique.

Virtual Event: Finding Your Roots Vital Records

Tue, Oct 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Births, Marriages, and Deaths are important pieces of information for your family history. Become familiar with the key sources for locating your ancestors’ vital records.

Virtual Event: Career Academy - Interview Like a Pro

Tue, Oct 20, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

You’ve landed an interview! Now what? Get tips that will help you to practice and prepare, and to write a memorable thank you letter.

Virtual Event: Timed Drawing Challenges - Halloween Edition!

Tue, Oct 20, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Learn how to use layer styles, custom shapes, text tool, gradient tool, save and print. Recommended Audience: Adult

Tue, Oct 20, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Want to get those creative juices flowing? Come participate in timed drawing challenges! Just bring your favorite drawing materials and get ready to create! This event's theme: Halloween Edition!

Virtual Event: Unity - Programming Character Animations

Tue, Oct 20, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Learn how to setup an Animator Controller to play animation clips when needed. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Weird, Wacky, Wild and a Craft

Tue, Oct 20, 2:15pm - 3:45pm

Learn how to setup a new company profile including the Vendor Center, Customer Center and adding Items. Recommended Audience: Adult

Tue, Oct 20, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Unusual creatures are anything but ordinary. Virtually explore some of the strangest animals you've ever seen. Recommended for lower and upper elementary.

Virtual Event: Citizenship Inspired (4-Class Series)

Tue, Oct 20, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

During this 4-class program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 10/20 Class 1 10/21 Class 2 10/27 Class 3 10/28 Class 4

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Tue, Oct 20, 3:15pm - 4:45pm

Learn common image editing techniques used to retouch and restore photographs. Recommended Audience: Adult

Virtual Event: History Happenings - Let's Get Presidential

Tue, Oct 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Tue, Oct 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Explore the history of the presidents in this 3-part series. Learn about the leaders of our country from Washington to Kennedy.

Virtual Event: Spooky Scupltures (Ages 13-18) - Teen Art Adventures

Tue, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Monsters are magical and filled with a free spirit. Create a spooky monster sculpture from items around your house. Recommended for teens.

Virtual Event: Spanish from Zero - Basics with Ms. Brenda

Tue, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Basic Spanish- Come and learn the basic sounds of Spanish with Ms. Brenda.

Virtual Event: Unity - Programming Character Interactions

Tue, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Learn how to program interactions between the main character and other game objects. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Local Legends Around the Campfire

Tue, Oct 20, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

Online Class: BizKids Club (Ages 9-14) - 8 Sessions

Tue, Oct 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Identify the basic features and tools to get you started. Learn how to create a presentation by using templates, text, and picture files.

Tue, Oct 20, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Ready to become an entrepreneur? The BizKids Club is an instructor-led virtual program that introduces participants to the world of business and entrepreneurship.

Virtual Event: Crowns and Brows

Tue, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

This educational and interactive experience provides a step-by-step instruction of how to style your headwraps and a basic tutorial of how to contour your eyebrows. Registration required.

Tue, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 7:15pm

A six-week reading and discussion program that inspires thought and conversation between children (5-12) and families. Recipes, books and activity kits will be provided. Funded by Florida Humanities.

This event is full

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Tue, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Tue, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.

Virtual Event: Let's Talk: Podcast Listen and Discuss

Tue, Oct 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Like book club, but for podcasts. Join us on Zoom to discuss our themed podcast listening list for the month. Ages 18+.

Online Class: Let's Crochet Borders - Intermediate Level

Wed, Oct 21, 10:00am - 11:30am

Build your crochet skills with new borders for your squares and blankets. Each pattern creates a unique border that can be a great accent to any blanket.

Virtual Event: Caregiver Connect - Stay and Play

Wed, Oct 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Analyze data with COUNT functions and recommended charts. Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately.

Wed, Oct 21, 10:00am - 10:30am

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle. Encourage your little one to say hello to new and old friends as we explore creativity through songs and an activity.

Virtual Event: Adobe Photoshop - HDR Photography

Wed, Oct 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Create polished documents in Microsoft Word. Navigate the Word user interface and apply basic word processing techniques to create a formatted letter. Ensure readability with basic review tools.

Wed, Oct 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Create spectacular and vibrant images through high dynamic range (HDR) photography. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Southwest Fiber Arts Meetup - Community Stitch Challenge

Wed, Oct 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Wed, Oct 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Have a great time connecting with our community on ZOOM while working on your fiber art. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome. Recommended for Adults 18+

Virtual Event: Breast Cancer Preventative Care

Wed, Oct 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Using rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments and more, we will be interacting together to help develop important pre-literacy skills in our littlest ones! Recommended for babies.

Wed, Oct 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Learn about the importance of preventative care for breast cancer. Explore topics such as self-exams, early detection, mammograms, sonograms, and breast biopsy. Registration required.

Virtual Event: Rough Tough Trucks

Wed, Oct 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

Beep beep! Vroom vroom! Let’s zoom together to the world of rough and tough trucks with songs, stories and crafts! Recommended for preschoolers.

Virtual Event: South Creek Social Crafters Meetup

Wed, Oct 21, 11:00am - 11:45am

Explore your creativity via a virtual meetup. Whatever your hobby, let’s get together and craft while meeting new people. Bring your own project or create Zentangles with us.

Wed, Oct 21, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Format workbooks with frozen panes, headers and themes. Customize worksheets with sheet names, color coding and hidden sheets. Print your data for perfect reports and presentations.

Virtual Event: Adobe Photoshop - Skin Retouching

Wed, Oct 21, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Contact your mailing list with ease. Use the Mail Merge wizard to create personalized letters and emails.

Wed, Oct 21, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Discover how to achieve flawless and smooth skin on your photographs. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Wed, Oct 21, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Join us to learn, practice, and discuss reading strategies and complex English vocabulary. Please register!

Wed, Oct 21, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Learn how to record different types of business transactions such as posting accounts payable and accounts receivable. Recommended Audience: Adult

Virtual Event: Logic Pro X Fundamentals

Wed, Oct 21, 12:45pm - 1:45pm

Use templates with ease. Modify text and picture placeholders, explore paste options, format pictures and insert charts.

Wed, Oct 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Harness the power of Logic Pro X to create amazing music. Explore the interface and begin working with key preferences and controls in this popular application.

Virtual Event: Stories and Science

Wed, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Learn about the science of simple machines through stories and an interactive activity! This month we're learning about wheel and axles.

Wed, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.

Virtual Event: Portrait Composite using Adobe Photoshop

Wed, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Create professional reports. Unify formatting with Themes and shading, organize topics with titles and headers, and distribute the finished document through printing and sharing options.

Wed, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn how to use Photoshop to combine photos to create composite photography portraits. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Wed, Oct 21, 2:15pm - 3:45pm

Learn how to add new employees, enter timesheets, setup employee benefits, setup payroll items, pay employees, process payroll forms, and process payroll reports in QuickBooks.

Virtual Event: Cuisine Corner Junior: Candy Apples

Wed, Oct 21, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Wed, Oct 21, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Create a sweet apple treat perfect for the fall season! Recommended for lower and upper elementary, and teens.

Virtual Event: Citizenship Inspired (4-Class Series)

Wed, Oct 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

During this 4-class program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 10/20 Class 1 10/21 Class 2 10/27 Class 3 10/28 Class 4

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Online Class: Code with Code Studio (Ages 7-9)

Wed, Oct 21, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Complete challenges using code. Explore computer science with characters from Frozen, Minecraft and Star Wars in Hour of Code tutorials.

Virtual Event: Mayor Buddy's Book Club End of Book Party

Wed, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Join Orlando Mayor Buddy's Book Club virtual event and celebrate the completion of our latest book, The Ambrose Deception by Emily Ecton. Recommended for ages 8-12.Register

Virtual Event: SongMaker (7-9)

Wed, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Create simple or elaborate beats and melodies with the aesthetic, color-coded Chrome Experiments: Music Lab. Save your work and share or listen to it anytime! 

Wed, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Practica tu español! Develop your Spanish language skills through conversation. Recommended for adults.

Wed, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Do you have questions about how to put language together to express yourself well? Do you need more help with topics in other English classes? Well, this is the class for you!

Virtual Event: Which Witch is Which?

Wed, Oct 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Capture your audience attention with a visually compelling presentation. Learn how to insert and customize SmartArt graphics, tables, charts and video.

Wed, Oct 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Can you survive the Salem Witch Trials? Jump back in time with us to 1692 Massachusetts and find out! Recommended for families.

Online Class: Let's Knit Mini Baskets - Confident Beginner Level

Wed, Oct 21, 5:45pm - 7:15pm

Learn how to use simple stitches to make a basket in this knit along.

Wed, Oct 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Vocabulary Workshop for Beginners is a free Workshop for individuals who speak little to no Spanish.

Virtual Event: Using City Directories in Genealogy Research

Wed, Oct 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Wed, Oct 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Learn how historical city directories can supplement your family's genealogical research.

Wed, Oct 21, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Virtual Event: Every Child Ready to Read Caregiver Workshop

Thu, Oct 22, 10:00am - 11:30am

Learn basic Web design processes and terminology and how to create a simple Web page using HTML tags. Recommended Audience: Adult

Thu, Oct 22, 10:00am - 11:00am

Learn about the five early literacy practices as well as tips, tricks and resources to help your child strengthen important early literacy skills. Recommended for adults with children ages 0-5.

Virtual Event: Digital Painting Level 1

Thu, Oct 22, 10:00am - 11:00am

Dread analyzing data? Simplify the process and create meaningful reports using the powerful PivotTable tools.

Thu, Oct 22, 10:00am - 11:00am

Pen tablets are a great alternative to using a mouse for drawing and painting in a more natural way, similar to using pencil and paper. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Rescheduled

Thu, Oct 22, 10:15am - 11:45am

New date Thursday, October 22, 10:15am - 11:30am

Learn the basics of Sashiko (stab stitching) while creating a hand-sewn coaster. A new Sashiko pattern will be introduced each month. Pre-Requisite: Hand Sewing: Basic Level 4

Thu, Oct 22, 10:15am - 11:30am

Learn the basics of Sashiko (stab stitching) while creating a hand-sewn coaster. A new Sashiko pattern will be introduced each month. Pre-Requisite: Hand Sewing: Basic Level 4

Thu, Oct 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Virtual Event: Mini Monsters

Thu, Oct 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Thu, Oct 22, 11:00am - 11:30am

Monsters: scary or fun? Maybe a little of both! Let’s get spooky with stories and activities about those creepy creatures. Recommended for preschool and early elementary.

Virtual Event: Create a Halloween LED Greeting Card

Thu, Oct 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Create a spooktacular Halloween greeting card with a flashing LED! Use electronic components and conductive paint to construct a simple circuit. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Formulas & Functions

Thu, Oct 22, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Calculate your data with formulas and functions. Search the Function Library to find the perfect fit. Use date, financial, logical, lookup, math and text functions.

Virtual Event: Digital Painting Level 2

Thu, Oct 22, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Learn how to use graphics software to paint a landscape using a pen tablet. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Family Tree Guide to DNA Testing Study Group

Thu, Oct 22, 11:45am - 1:15pm

Want to expand your skills? Learn how to layout Web pages using HTML5 tags. In this class, you learn how to create a header, footer and different sections in a Web page. Recommended Audience: Adult

Thu, Oct 22, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Join us for our genetic genealogy study group and learn how DNA test results can help to confirm, extend, and deepen your genealogical research. Registration Required.

Clase en Línea: Microsoft Excel Nivel 1

Thu, Oct 22, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will review different grammar points in English and basic sentence writing.

Thu, Oct 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Comience a usar Excel hoy. Ingrese, formatee y guarde datos en hojas de cálculo. Calcule datos con fórmulas básicas.

Virtual Event: Using Velocities for Responsive Drums

Thu, Oct 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Learn to use velocities to program more realistic drum sequences using the drummer tracks and instruments. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Homeschool: Detective School: - What's The Splat

Thu, Oct 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Learn the difference between spatter and splatter. To be a detective you have to know the difference. Part 4 of the Detective School series.

Tips and Tricks to Financial Freedom

Thu, Oct 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Learn how to get started in organizing your personal finances and eliminate some of your debt in the process!

Thu, Oct 22, 1:45pm - 3:15pm

Want to display data properly on your web page? Learn how to build a responsive table to showcase your data. Recommended Audience: Adult

Online Class: Hand Sewing - Beginner Level

Thu, Oct 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Get real-time recommendations from OCLS Librarians on what to read next or what to read on specific topics through Facebook: facebook.com/oclslib or Twitter: twitter.com/oclslibrary

Thu, Oct 22, 2:00pm - 3:15pm

Learn basic hand sewing stitches and techniques to secure, hem and mend fabric. This is a 4 week series (10/8, 10/15,10/22, and 10/29).

Canceled

Virtual Event: Blender Fundamentals

Thu, Oct 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

This virtual event will introduce learners to the Blender interface, workflow, how to access tools and edit attributes of a 3D project. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Clase en Línea: Microsoft Excel Nivel 2

Thu, Oct 22, 2:15pm - 3:15pm

Calcule datos con las funciones básicas de SUM (SUMA) y AVERAGE (PROMEDIO). Utilice opciones automáticas que incluyen relleno automático y flash para optimizar su flujo de trabajo.

Online Class: Google Earth (Ages 7-9)

Thu, Oct 22, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Do you want to interact with your users? Learn how to create an interactive form to collect data from your site visitors. Recommended Audience: Adult

Thu, Oct 22, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Fly around the globe and view famous world landmarks using Google Earth.

Virtual Event: Spanish from Zero - Intermediate with Brenda

Thu, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Intermediate Spanish- Come and learn grammar with Ms. Brenda.

Virtual Event: Project WILD - Bat Blitz

Thu, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Learn about bats and discover the important roles they play in an ecosystem and human economies as well. Recommended for upper elementary.

Canceled

Virtual Event: Blender Modeling 1 - Biped Character Geometry

Thu, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Learn to extrude, subdivide and edit a geometry to create a biped character. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Online Class: BizKids Club (Ages 9-14) - 8 Sessions

Thu, Oct 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Get more precise control over your presentation. Learn how to insert slide transitions, add animations and hyperlinks. Create a customized photo album with simple to use tools.

Thu, Oct 22, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Ready to become an entrepreneur? The BizKids Club is an instructor-led virtual program that introduces participants to the world of business and entrepreneurship.

Virutal Event - Teenage Monster Factory

Thu, Oct 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Making a monster is a very educational experience. We'll be using combination of art exercises and biology to bring life to your unique, monstrous creation.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Virtual Event - Let's Play: Animal Crossing - Detective Mystery Story

Thu, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Thu, Oct 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Celebrate Animal Crossing: New Horizons™ by participating in a unique in game mystery. Your team will be challenged with finding out the culprit to a crime! Recommended for teens and adults.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Charts

Thu, Oct 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Are you the smartest person you know? Test your knowledge and compete head to head against your friends to see if you've got what it takes to be this week's trivia champion!

Fri, Oct 23, 10:00am - 11:00am

Display your data in stunning charts and graphs. Insert recommended and custom charts. Edit chart data, elements and styles.

Virtual Event: Baby's First Fall

Fri, Oct 23, 10:00am - 10:30am

The air is crisp, the apples are ripe, a fall gathering sounds just about right! Enjoy a sweet storytime and some autumn fun. Recommended for babies.

Online Class: Sewing: Car Mask Laundry Bag - Beginner Level

Fri, Oct 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Need a solution for used cloth masks piling up in your car? Let’s make a car laundry bag to keep them organized until you’re ready to wash them!

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Layer Blending Modes

Fri, Oct 23, 10:00am - 11:00am

Applying blending modes to image layers to quickly fix problems with exposure, shadows and highlights. Learn to use blending modes to generate artistic and creative effects on photos.

Virtual Event: Japanese Bookbinding: Tortoise Shell Stitch

Fri, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:45am

Practice bookbinding and create your own books using traditional Japanese stab stitching techniques. This month we are learning the Tortoise Shell Stitch

Virtual Event: Mira Royal Detective Bilingual Storytime

Fri, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Fri, Oct 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

Chalo ,chalo let's go enjoy stories, songs, and case solving activities based on the Disney Jr series "Mira Royal Detective." This bilingual storytime will include an introduction to Hindi!

Virtual Event: Alphabet Calligraphy

Fri, Oct 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Learn how to practice lettering the alphabet. Explore how to create different fonts using a variety of pens and techniques. Registration required.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Black and White Effects

Fri, Oct 23, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Make photos pop with black and white effects. Learn multiple ways to convert photos to black and white, apply adjustment layers and create enhancing effects.

Fri, Oct 23, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Are you stuck on a software-related project or simply need constructive ideas to get you started? Let us help! A technology trainer will be available to provide basic, introductory assistance.

Clase en Línea: Microsoft Excel Nivel 3

Fri, Oct 23, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

VIrtual Event: Writing Clearly is a grammar and writing course for Advanced Learner focuses on grammar complex ideas, including sentence structures, phrases, and vocabulary building.

Fri, Oct 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Analice datos con funciones y gráficos recomendados. Utilice referencias absolutas y relativas para asegurarse de que sus datos sean calculen con precisión.

Fri, Oct 23, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Speaking Clearly is a pronunciation class for Intermediate speakers designed to introduce learners to the rules of spelling and pronunciation of English words and phrases.

Online Class: Let's Crochet: Cowl - Confident Beginner Level

Fri, Oct 23, 1:45pm - 2:45pm

Take an average photo and make it pop. Learn basic color correction techniques and make global and location adjustments to images in Adobe Camera Raw.

Fri, Oct 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Create a cozy neck cowl to rock your fall wardrobe! Practice textured bobbles, working in the back loops, and stitching your work together.

Virtual Event: Motion Capture Animation

Fri, Oct 23, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group.

Fri, Oct 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

We will explore the Perception Neuron MOCAP system. This system is based on individual sensors called Neurons which track & record the movements of an actor without the use of expensive equipment.

Clase en Línea: Microsoft Excel Nivel 4

Fri, Oct 23, 2:15pm - 3:15pm

Personalice libros de trabajo con nombres de hojas, códigos de colores y más. Imprima sus datos y produzca informes y presentaciones profesionales.

Online Class: Finger Knit Toys (Ages 7-9)

Fri, Oct 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Fri, Oct 23, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Create colorful toys with just your hands. Use upcycled fabric and yarn to create plush butterflies, mice, snakes, and more.

Maya - Retargeting Motion Capture Data

Fri, Oct 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Animate a digital character using motion capture data. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Online Class: Code with Code Studio (Ages 7-9)

Fri, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Complete challenges using code. Explore computer science with characters from Frozen, Minecraft and Star Wars in Hour of Code tutorials.

Online Class: Let's Embroider Cute Trick-or-Treat (2-Day) - Beginner Level

Fri, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Create a fun embroidery project. Upgrade your back, chain, satin, and French knot stitches to go beyond a sampler and stitch a cute Werewolf ready for Trick-or-Treat! This is a two-part series.

Virtual Event: Weird But True!

Fri, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

What? Why? How? Explore the weirdness of the world and learn brain-bending facts that are truly wacky. Recommended for lower and upper elementary.

Virtual Event: Spanish for Social Interactions

Fri, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Join us to learn different Spanish idioms and phrases that are used to communicate on a daily basis.

Virtual Event: Crafting Sound Effects

Fri, Oct 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Join us as we explore the interesting world of sound design. In-house sound design expert Chase Steele, shows how to take sound ideas from concept to reality.

Virtual Event: You Are Not a Cat

Sat, Oct 24, 10:00am - 10:45am

Celebrate National Cat Day with a purr-fectly fun story and craft. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Online Class: Sewing : Neko Atsume (Cat) Plush - Intermediate Level

Sat, Oct 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm

We're making an animal plush based on the game. Curves and patterns are what this class is all about. Make sure you bring your fabric.

Online Class: Roblox Game Design (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Oct 24, 10:00am - 10:45am

Create Roblox games. In this introduction to game design and coding learn how to manipulate 3D parts to create obstacles and racers, then use code to bring your game to life.

Online Class: BizKids Club (Ages 9-14) - 8 Sessions

Sat, Oct 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas.

Sat, Oct 24, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Ready to become an entrepreneur? The BizKids Club is an instructor-led virtual program that introduces participants to the world of business and entrepreneurship.

Registration is now closed

Virtual Event: Aprenda Como Llegar a Tener Su Propia Casa

Sat, Oct 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Sat, Oct 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Aprenda cómo calificar para un préstamo hipotecario y qué uno hacer si desea comprar una casa. ¡Para lograr su objetivo, debe saber qué pasos debe seguir para tener éxito! Se requiere registro.

Virtual Event: Stories and Stretches

Sat, Oct 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Wiggle and stretch to stories, songs and rhymes focusing on motor development. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Online Class: Loom Bracelets (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Oct 24, 11:00am - 11:45am

Create colorful bracelets with cardboard looms and yarn. Learn how to measure and make your bracelet using kumihimo weaving techniques.

Virtual Event: Electronic Engineering Using Snap Circuits

Sat, Oct 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Ever wonder how circuits work? Watch or build along with an instructor as they explain basic circuitry using Snap Circuits. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: GarageBand Basics

Sat, Oct 24, 11:00am - 11:45am

Learn the basics of the GarageBand interface, free with MacOS! Discover the different types of sound regions and work with Apple Loops to create a song!

Online Class: Record and Mix Music (Ages 13-17)

Sat, Oct 24, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow.

Sat, Oct 24, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Edit and mix audio files like a pro using open source sound tools. Save and export your music as WAV or MP3 files.

Online Class: Animate Shapes with PowerPoint (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Oct 24, 12:45pm - 1:45pm

Analyze data with COUNT functions and recommended charts. Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately.

Sat, Oct 24, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Bring your ideas to life. Draw and animate shapes in Microsoft PowerPoint. Combine shapes into pictures, then use simple formatting, transition and animation tools.

Sat, Oct 24, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

From the rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes to the use of picture books, songs and flannel board stories, your child will be encouraged to develop early literacy skills.

Sat, Oct 24, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Saturdays get spooky in this do it yourself craft series using a combination of household goods and inexpensive seasonal items.

Online Class: Design Minecraft Characters (Ages 10-12)

Sat, Oct 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Format workbooks with frozen panes, headers and themes. Customize worksheets with sheet names, color coding and hidden sheets. Print your data for perfect reports and presentations.

Sat, Oct 24, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Give Steve and Alex fresh new looks. Design characters, items, blocks and mobs for Minecraft using Tynker.

Virtual Event: Writing The Diaspora - Create Diverse Characters with History and Depth

Sat, Oct 24, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Author Adriana Herrera will provide insight and tools to better render diverse characters in your stories and how to develop those characters in a way that honors their story.

Virtual Event: Quick Minute Science - With Arturo!

Sat, Oct 24, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce very young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together.

Sat, Oct 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Easy and safe science activities for the entire family! Follow along through topics like space, chemistry, physical science and more! " Recommended for ages 6-12.

Sun, Oct 25, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play.

Sun, Oct 25, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group.

Virtual Event: The Power of Ghost Stories

Sun, Oct 25, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce very young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together.

Sun, Oct 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Author & Ghost Tour Guide Leanna Renee Hieber leads a spirited discussion on the elements of a good ghost story, plus a Q&A about writing & haunted houses.

Virtual Event: Halloween Hullabaloo Puppet Show

Mon, Oct 26, 10:00am - 10:30am

Let your imagination run wild with this spook-tacular live puppet show! Recommended for ages 2-6. Presented by the Orange County Regional History Center. Register

Online Class: Let's Knit Squares - ZigZag Square - Confident Beginner Level

Mon, Oct 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Build your knitting skills block by block. Learn how to make a blanket from twelve unique squares. Create the ZigZag square, a stockinette pattern with alternating purl lines and a seed stitch border.

Clase en Línea: QuickBooks Pro Nivel 1

Mon, Oct 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas.

Mon, Oct 26, 10:00am - 11:30am

Aprenda las características básicas de QuickBooks que le ayudaran a comenzar a organizar las finanzas de su negocio o sus finanzas personales.

Virtual Event: An Introduction to 3D Modeling with TinkerCAD

Mon, Oct 26, 10:00am - 11:15am

This class will ease you into the world of 3D modeling with free software that's easy to use. Join us to build a toy with TinkerCAD. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Creating Moving Photos in Photoshop

Mon, Oct 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

Learn how to add a moving element to your static images using the timeline feature in Photoshop. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Qigong Holiday Destress

Mon, Oct 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Jasmine Win practices Qigong to help us decompress this holiday season. Qigong is a crucial tool in Chinese medicine which involves movement, breathing, and meditation.

Virtual Event: Stress Buster Art: Kusama Pumpkins

Mon, Oct 26, 10:30am - 11:45am

Join us for a relaxing and stress buster art adventure. Paint a pumpkin in the rendition of contemporary artist Yayoi Kusama. For ages 18+

Virtual Event: Monster Mash-Up Storytime

Mon, Oct 26, 11:00am - 11:45am

Monsters are magical and are filled with the free spirit of creativity. Enjoy stories and a monster mash-up activity. Recommended for preschoolers.

Virtual Event: How to Make Photo Books in Lightroom

Mon, Oct 26, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow.

Mon, Oct 26, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Lightroom’s Book Module allows users to create photo books, magazines and other printing jobs with pictures and text. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Clase en Línea: QuickBooks Pro Nivel 2

Mon, Oct 26, 11:45am - 1:15pm

Aprenda a crear una compañía nueva, explorar el Centro de Vendedores, Centro de Clientes y añadir Artículos al sistema.

Virtual Event: Intermediate 3D Modeling with TinkerCAD

Mon, Oct 26, 11:45am - 1:00pm

This intermediate class will build on your introduction to the world of 3D modeling with free software that's easy to use. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Mon, Oct 26, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

VIrtual Event: Writing Clearly is a grammar and writing course for Intermediate Learner focuses on grammar complex ideas, including sentence structures, phrases, and vocabulary building.

Virtual Event: Homeschool Meetup - Are You Scared?

Mon, Oct 26, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Analyze data with COUNT functions and recommended charts. Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately.

Mon, Oct 26, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Face your fears and learn about why we get scared and why it is important. Recommended Audience: Children ages 6-12.

Mon, Oct 26, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Speaking Clearly is a pronunciation class for beginners designed to introduce learners to the basics of the sounds of English for pronunciation.

Mon, Oct 26, 1:45pm - 2:45pm

Format workbooks with frozen panes, headers and themes. Customize worksheets with sheet names, color coding and hidden sheets. Print your data for perfect reports and presentations.

Mon, Oct 26, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Join us for a virtual sewing open lab. We will do our best to answer questions or come share current projects. You will receive an email with a link to access the event from your host.

Mon, Oct 26, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce very young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together.

Virtual Event: DSLR Video 1 - Manual Settings

Mon, Oct 26, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Learn graphic concepts and terminology. Become familiar with the basic tools required to edit and retouch digital images. Recommended Audience: Adult

Mon, Oct 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Take control of your DSLR camera settings for better video. We'll turn the dial to M and review important features for consistent results. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Dem Bones, Dem Bones

Mon, Oct 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Mon, Oct 26, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

The arm bone is connected to the…what bone? Make skeleton crafts, shake your bones and learn a little about what holds us all together. Recommended for lower and upper elementary.

Virtual Event: REAPER Digital Audio Workshop

Mon, Oct 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Learn about the basic setup and unique set of features Reaper offers as a Digital Audio Workstation. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Online Class: Algodoo with Physics (Ages 10-12)

Mon, Oct 26, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Have fun with physics! Simulate physics in the real world with Algodoo. Experiment with objects and see how they react to the forces of gravity and friction.

Virtual Event: DSLR Video 2 - Lens Options

Mon, Oct 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Learn camera lens definitions and properties like Field of View, Aperture, and Range of Focus.This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Spooky Silhouettes

Mon, Oct 26, 3:45pm - 5:15pm

Learn how to use selection tools and layers. Recommended Audience: Adult

Mon, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Learn how to create frightfully fantastic silhouette art. Recommended for lower and upper elementary.

Virtual Event: The Haunted Library

Mon, Oct 26, 4:15pm - 5:15pm

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Mon, Oct 26, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

Find out what is haunting your local library and what phobias haunt your friends. Recommended for teens.

Virtual Event: D&D with the Library

Mon, Oct 26, 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Come join us on Zoom for a virtual adventure and some digital dice throwing while playing the world's greatest role-playing game: Dungeons and Dragons.

Virtual Event: "Hola Amigos" - Spanish from Zero for Kids

Mon, Oct 26, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Virtual Event: Basic Spanish for Children and Tweens

This event is full

Virtual Event: A History of the Ocoee Riot of 1920

Mon, Oct 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Experience the witty fun of William Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing. Read & perform excerpts from William Shakespeare’s masterpiece! Recommended for teens and adults. Registration required.

Mon, Oct 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Who really killed the two white men during the attack on the July Perry home? Author and Professor Dr. Marvin Dunn will discuss this and other unknown facts about the Ocoee Riot.

Online Class: Sewing - Crafters Tool Belt - Beginner Level

Tue, Oct 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm

This tool belt is a handy place to keep small tools of any kind. Great for crafters, gardeners and DIY warriors. Learn to make this tool belt from start to finish.

Virtual Event: Not So Scary Stories (Ages 3-5) - Storytime and Craft

Tue, Oct 27, 10:00am - 10:45am

Monsters, bats, black cats, and spiders! It's time to bring them out of the dark. Join us for stories, songs and a craft. Virtual storytime for preschoolers.

Clase en Línea: QuickBooks Pro Nivel 3

Tue, Oct 27, 10:00am - 11:30am

Aprenda como registrar diferentes transacciones de su negocio tales como las cuentas por pagar y las cuentas por cobrar.

Tue, Oct 27, 10:00am - 10:25am

Are you stuck on a software-related project or simply need constructive ideas to get you started? Let us help! A technology trainer will be available to provide basic, introductory assistance.

Tue, Oct 27, 10:25am - 10:50am

Are you stuck on a software-related project or simply need constructive ideas to get you started? Let us help! A technology trainer will be available to provide basic, introductory assistance.

Virtual Event: Pumpkin Party

Tue, Oct 27, 10:50am - 11:15am

Are you stuck on a software-related project or simply need constructive ideas to get you started? Let us help! A technology trainer will be available to provide basic, introductory assistance.

Tue, Oct 27, 11:00am - 11:30am

Celebrate pumpkins and jack-o-lanterns with stories, songs and rhymes. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Virtual Event: Introduction to Basic Mastering Concepts

Tue, Oct 27, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Understand the basics of mastering a song. Audio Instructor Jonathan C.-O. will give a demo and some understanding approaching mastering based on popular Izotope Ozone plug-in suite.

Clase en Línea: QuickBooks Pro Nivel 4

Tue, Oct 27, 11:45am - 1:15pm

Aprenda como añadir empleados y transacciones como hojas de tiempo, beneficios de los empleados, pago de empleados, procesos de nómina y generar informes de nómina de empleados en Quickbooks.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Formulas & Functions

Tue, Oct 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Calculate your data with formulas and functions. Search the Function Library to find the perfect fit. Use date, financial, logical, lookup, math and text functions.

Online Class: Sewing - Refashion Shirt into an Apron (2 Day) - Basic to Intermediate Level

Tue, Oct 27, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Join the sustainability movement by upcycling gently used dress shirts. Turn unwanted dress shirts into a cute button-front apron. These aprons make great gifts for that special cook in your family.

Virtual Event: Finding Your Roots Land Records

Tue, Oct 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Come learn about deeds, mortgages, platting, and surveys. Discover the difference between metes and bounds states and public land record states.

Virtual Event: Career Academy - Perfecting Your Resume

Tue, Oct 27, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Get noticed! Elevate your job application with best practices in crafting a resume and cover letter.

Virtual Event: Little Chef - Fall Flapjacks

Tue, Oct 27, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

What time is it, brunch time! Gather your tools, we are stirring up a delicious pancake batter with a fall twist. Recommended for preschoolers. Adults participation required.

Virtual Event - Super Science - Electricity and Circuits

Tue, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Each month we will conduct awesome experiments, learning all about chemistry, physics and more. Recommended for upper elementary and tweens. Registration required.

Virtual Event: Oculus App Development Basics

Tue, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Learn how to use layer styles, custom shapes, text tool, gradient tool, save and print. Recommended Audience: Adult

Tue, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn how to setup and test a development environment for the Oculus Rift VR headset with Unity. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Viritual Event: Itsy-Bitsy Spiders

Tue, Oct 27, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Dread analyzing data? Simplify the process and create meaningful reports using the powerful PivotTable tools.

Tue, Oct 27, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Eek a spider! Don’t be scared. Join us for not-so-creepy, crawly crafts and stories about our eight-legged friends. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Virtual Event: Citizenship Inspired (4-Class Series)

Tue, Oct 27, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

During this 4-class program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 10/20 Class 1 10/21 Class 2 10/27 Class 3 10/28 Class 4

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Virtual Event: History Happenings - Let's Get Presidential

Tue, Oct 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Tue, Oct 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Explore the history of the presidents in this 3-part series. Learn about the leaders of our country from Washington to Kennedy.

Virtual Event: Unity - Create a First Person VR Game Level 1

Tue, Oct 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Learn to create and setup a simple teleportation mechanic for a VR Game using Unity and Oculus. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

VIrtual Event: Cuisine Corner Junior: Spooky Treats!

Tue, Oct 27, 3:45pm - 5:15pm

Learn common image editing techniques used to retouch and restore photographs. Recommended Audience: Adult

Tue, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Learn to make some haunted treats for Trick or Treat Safe Zone Virtual Week. We will make easy, spooky, tasty Halloween snacks! Recommended for upper elementary, tweens and teens.

Virtual Event: Spanish from Zero - Basics with Ms. Brenda

Tue, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Basic Spanish- Come and learn the basic sounds of Spanish with Ms. Brenda.

Online Class: Finger Knit Toys (Ages 10-12)

Tue, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Create a colorful toys with just your hands. Use upcycled fabric and yarn to create a fun pumpkin.

Virtual Event: Spooky History Storytellers

Tue, Oct 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Join us as we dive into some of the most spine-tingling stories from Florida’s past! Recommended for ages 5-10. This event is being presented by the Orange County Regional History Center. Register

Virtual Event: Song Maker Lab - Halloween Edition

Tue, Oct 27, 4:45pm - 5:30pm

Create simple or elaborate beats and melodies with the aesthetic, color-coded Chrome Music Lab. You will be challenged to write music for all different types of scenarios!

Online Class: BizKids Club (Ages 9-14) - 8 Sessions

Tue, Oct 27, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Ready to become an entrepreneur? The BizKids Club is an instructor-led virtual program that introduces participants to the world of business and entrepreneurship.

Tue, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 7:15pm

A six-week reading and discussion program that inspires thought and conversation between children (5-12) and families. Recipes, books and activity kits will be provided. Funded by Florida Humanities.

This event is full

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Tue, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Tue, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.

Virtual Event: Southwest Book Club

Tue, Oct 27, 7:00pm - 8:45pm

Join Southwest Book Club to discuss The Heart is a Lonely Hunter by Carson McCullers. An enduring masterpiece. A deaf and mute man becomes the confidant for misfits in 1930's Georgia. Ages 18+

Virtual Event: Little Chef- Pumpkin Patch

Wed, Oct 28, 10:00am - 10:45am

Create your own pumpkin patch from pudding, cookies and more sweet treats! Adult participation is required. Recommended for preschoolers.

Online Class: Let's Crochet Borders - Intermediate Level

Wed, Oct 28, 10:00am - 11:30am

Build your crochet skills with new borders for your squares and blankets. Each pattern creates a unique border that can be a great accent to any blanket.

Wed, Oct 28, 10:00am - 11:15am

Are you stuck on a software-related project or simply need constructive ideas to get you started? Let us help! A technology trainer will be available to provide basic, introductory assistance.

Wed, Oct 28, 10:00am - 11:30am

Learn basic Web design processes and terminology and how to create a simple Web page using HTML tags. Recommended Audience: Adult

Wed, Oct 28, 10:00am - 10:30am

You’re invited to join a conversation with a video professional to discuss your video questions, both technical and creative. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Southwest Fiber Arts Meetup - Community Stitch Challenge

Wed, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Wed, Oct 28, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Have a great time connecting with our community on ZOOM while working on your fiber art. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome. Recommended for Adults 18+

Virtual Program: Who Hoots?

Wed, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

Using rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments and more, we will be interacting together to help develop important pre-literacy skills in our littlest ones! Recommended for babies.

Wed, Oct 28, 11:00am - 11:30am

Who who who hoots in the night? An owl, that’s who! Play and discover while learning all about our feathered friends. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Wed, Oct 28, 11:00am - 11:30am

You’re invited to join a conversation with a video professional to discuss your video questions, both technical and creative. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Sesame Street Halloween Storytime

Wed, Oct 28, 11:45am - 1:15pm

Want to expand your skills? Learn how to layout Web pages using HTML5 tags. In this class, you learn how to create a header, footer and different sections in a Web page. Recommended Audience: Adult

Wed, Oct 28, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Boo! Let's have a not-so-spooky day as we enjoy stories, songs, and activities inspired by Sesame Street! Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Wed, Oct 28, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Learn the basic features of QuickBooks to get you started in organizing your personal or business finances.

Wed, Oct 28, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Join us to learn, practice, and discuss reading strategies and complex English vocabulary. Please register!

Wed, Oct 28, 1:45pm - 3:15pm

Want to display data properly on your web page? Learn how to build a responsive table to showcase your data. Recommended Audience: Adult

Wed, Oct 28, 1:45pm - 3:15pm

Learn how to setup a new company profile including the Vendor Center, Customer Center and adding Items. Recommended Audience: Adult

Virtual Event: Intro to Instagram

Wed, Oct 28, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.

Wed, Oct 28, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Instagram is a great tool for photographers to share their photos and information about photography. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Afternoon Art

Wed, Oct 28, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Wed, Oct 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Let's go on an art adventure! Learn about a different artist and artistic style, and then create your own masterpiece.

Virtual Event: Audio Recording Techniques for Guitar

Wed, Oct 28, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Record it right the first time. Understand the inner workings of the guitar, isolate the best sound and use micing techniques to capture the perfect sound.

Virtual Event: Efficient Instagram Posting

Wed, Oct 28, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

In this presentation, we will cover when to post, how to post, and the features of the app you should use everyday. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Citizenship Inspired (4-Class Series)

Wed, Oct 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

During this 4-class program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 10/20 Class 1 10/21 Class 2 10/27 Class 3 10/28 Class 4

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Virtual Event: Creepy Creatures

Wed, Oct 28, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Do you want to interact with your users? Learn how to create an interactive form to collect data from your site visitors. Recommended Audience: Adult

Wed, Oct 28, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Fangs, claws, venom, AH! Discover the world of creepy creatures. Recommended for lower and upper elementary.

Virtual Event: Family Fiber Arts Club

Wed, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bring the whole family to this virtual meetup to work on your fiber art projects. Connect with other families, and be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.

Virtual Event: Virtual museum tours

Wed, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Practica tu español! Develop your Spanish language skills through conversation. Recommended for adults.

Wed, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Enjoy a day at the museum. Join us for a virtual tour of selected museums to explore art and more.

Virtual Event: Instagram Hashtags

Wed, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

In this presentation, we will cover how to use hashtags on Instagram, where to find them, and how to know what hashtags will work for your content. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Online Class: Code with CodeCombat (Ages 10-12)

Wed, Oct 28, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Write real code. Use JavaScript or Python to complete challenges in CodeCombat. Explore mazes, loot treasure and defeat enemies in a fantasy adventure game using code.

Virtual Event: Creepy Artifact Showcase

Wed, Oct 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Take a peek behind the curtain as we unearth some of the most chilling, creepy, and just plain weird artifacts from our collections! Ages 10-13. Presented by the Orange County Regional History Center.Register

Virtual Event: SongMaker (10-12)

Wed, Oct 28, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Create simple or elaborate beats and melodies with the aesthetic, color-coded Chrome Experiments: Music Lab. Save your work and share or listen to it anytime! 

Online Class: Let's Knit Cat Ears - Confident Beginner Level

Wed, Oct 28, 5:45pm - 7:15pm

Create a cute headband with cat ears!

Wed, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Vocabulary Workshop for Beginners is a free Workshop for individuals who speak little to no Spanish.

Food 101: - Italian American cooking

Wed, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!

Wed, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

The Food 101 series introduces you to a new topic every month, examining the historical and social significance of what we eat.

Registration opens Thursday, October 1 2020 at 9:00am

Virtual Event: Death Stands Ready: Tombstone Iconography

Wed, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Tombstone iconography and burial practices reflect the attitudes towards death held by early Americans. Learn how religious beliefs and family patterns of a society are reflected in burying customs.