Virtual Event: Create a Halloween LED Greeting Card

Virtual Event: Halloween Hullabaloo Puppet Show

Mon, Oct 26, 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.

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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 - Diamonds 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 Diamonds square, a stockinette pattern with alternating purl lines.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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+

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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.

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Mon, Oct 26, 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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Virtual Event: Homeschool Meetup - Are You Scared?

Mon, Oct 26, 12:45pm - 1:45pm

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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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.

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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.

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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.

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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. Recommended for 0 to 18 months.

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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

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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.

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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!

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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.

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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 Audio Instructors.

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Online Class: Algodoo with Physics (Ages 10-12)

Mon, Oct 26, 3:00pm - 4:45pm

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

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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.

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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.

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Virtual Event: Spooky Silhouettes

Mon, Oct 26, 3:45pm - 5:15pm

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

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Mon, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Learn how to create frightfully fantastic silhouette art. Recommended for lower and upper elementary.

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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!

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Mon, Oct 26, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

Find out what is haunting your local library and what phobias haunt your friends. Recommended for teens.

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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.

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

Mon, Oct 26, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Virtual Event: Basic Spanish for Children and Tweens

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Virtual Event: Shakespeare LIVE!

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.

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Virtual Event: A History of the Ocoee Riot of 1920

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.

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Online Class: Sewing - Crafters Tool Belt - Beginner Level

Mon, Oct 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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

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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 - 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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Layer Blending Modes

Tue, Oct 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Reading Clearly Beginners explores English grammar and vocabulary for comprehension and vocabulary development.

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Tue, Oct 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

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.

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Tue, Oct 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Basic Spanish. Come and learn the basic sounds of Spanish.

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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: Streaming Live Video with OBS

Tue, Oct 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Stream live video on YouTube or Facebook with Open Broadcaster Software (OBS). This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

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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.

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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.

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Online Class: Sewing - Refashion Shirt into an Apron (2 Day) - Basic to Intermediate Level

Tue, Oct 27, 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 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.

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Virtual Event: Finding Your Roots Land Records

Tue, Oct 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Learn about deeds, mortgages, platting, and surveys. Discover the difference between metes and bounds states and public land record states.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Charts

Tue, Oct 27, 1:15pm - 2:15pm

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

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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.

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Tue, Oct 27, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

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

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Virtual Event - Super Science - Electricity and Circuits

Tue, Oct 27, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

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

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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.

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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

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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.

Virtual Event: Homeschool: Science Fun

Tue, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Explore new science topics with hands-on fun! Recommended for homeschoolers ages 6 - 17.

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Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Pivot Tables

Tue, Oct 27, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

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

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Viritual Event: Itsy-Bitsy Spiders

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.

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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.

Tue, Oct 27, 3:15pm - 4:45pm

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

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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.

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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: Create a Halloween LED Greeting Card

Tue, Oct 27, 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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Virtual Event: Prime Time Family Reading Time

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.

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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.

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Wed, Oct 28, 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.

Virtual Event: Video Coaching

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.

Wed, Oct 28, 10:00am - 11:00am

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

Wed, Oct 28, 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: 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+

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.

Virtual Program: Who Hoots?

Wed, Oct 28, 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.

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.

Virtual Event: Video Coaching

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.

Wed, Oct 28, 11:15am - 12:15pm

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

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, 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 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

Wed, Oct 28, 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: 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 workings of guitars, isolate the best sound and use techniques to capture the perfect sound. This class is taught by Melrose Center Audio Instructors.

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, 4:00pm - 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 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

Online Class: 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!

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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.

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.

Virtual Event: Native American Ghost Stories

Wed, Oct 28, 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!

Wed, Oct 28, 9:00pm - 10:00pm

Christopher Balzano explores tales from different Native American tribes & compares them to the ghost stories the settlers told years later. Folklore & history combine in this spooky event!

Thu, Oct 29, 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.

Thu, Oct 29, 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. Recommended for 0 to 18 months.

Thu, Oct 29, 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.

Online Class: Hand Sewing - Sashiko Coasters

Thu, Oct 29, 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.

Rescheduled

Thu, Oct 29, 10:15am - 11:45am

New date Thursday, October 29, 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

Online Class: Hand Sewing - Sashiko Coasters

Thu, Oct 29, 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: Vampirina and Friends Spooktacular!

Thu, Oct 29, 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.

Thu, Oct 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

Travel to Transylvania for spooky tales and songs inspired by Disney Jr's Vampirina, Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, and more!

Thu, Oct 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

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

Virtual Event: Wild Wonderful Witches

Thu, Oct 29, 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.

Thu, Oct 29, 11:00am - 11:30am

Let's get witchy! Celebrate Halloween with fun stories about spells and potions, black cats and broomsticks. Recommended for preschool and early elementary.

Virtual Event: Creating a Good Recording Template

Thu, Oct 29, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Understand the basics of creating a solid and flexible recording template. Audio Instructor Jonathan C.-O. will dissect his recording template and giveaway the template session for reference.

Thu, Oct 29, 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.

Virtual Event: Family Tree Guide to DNA Testing Study Group

Thu, Oct 29, 11:15am - 12:15pm

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

Thu, Oct 29, 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.

Thu, Oct 29, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

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

Thu, Oct 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.

Thu, Oct 29, 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.

Thu, Oct 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.

Virtual Event: Autumn Apples

Thu, Oct 29, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

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

Thu, Oct 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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.

Virtual Event: Homeschool: Detective School - Who Done It?

Thu, Oct 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

You have learned everything there is to become a detective. Now you can apply what you've learned to solve the mystery.

Virtual Event: Día de los Muertos

Thu, Oct 29, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

UCF Professor Dr. Beatriz Reyes Foster celebrates the Mexican day of remembrance Día de los Muertos! Learn about the history, art, and cultural importance of this often misunderstood holiday.

Online Class: Microsoft PowerPoint - Create Custom Templates

Thu, Oct 29, 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.

Thu, Oct 29, 1:45pm - 3:15pm

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.

Virtual Event: Blender Modeling 2 - Biped Character UV Map

Thu, Oct 29, 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.

Thu, Oct 29, 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.

Virtual Event: Open Hour with a Librarian

Thu, Oct 29, 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

Online Class: Hand Sewing - Beginner Level

Thu, Oct 29, 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: Little Chef - Monster Mash Trail Mix

Thu, Oct 29, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Mix and mash along with the monsters for a Halloween-themed treat. Adult participation is required. Recommended for preschoolers.

Virtual Event: Scary Cool Makeup

Thu, Oct 29, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

A scary story and an introduction to a ghastly makeup look with simple tips and tricks. Recommended for tweens and teens.

Virtual Event: Cuisine Corner Junior - Pumpkin Cupcakes

Thu, Oct 29, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

During this 4-class program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview.

Thu, Oct 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Grab your whisk and put on your apron, we're stirring up a delicious pumpkin batter that will make a mouth-watering cupcakes. Recommended for lower and upper elementary.

Online Class: Make Pop Up Cards (Ages 7-9)

Thu, Oct 29, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Design your own pop up cards. Discover the world of paper engineering while you cut, fold and decorate cool cards.

Virtual Event: Blender Rigging 1 - Biped Character Rigify Skeleton

Thu, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

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!

Thu, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Learn to apply, modify and define a skeletal structure of a biped character using the Rigify add-on. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: All Aboard to Explore - Halloween Edition

Thu, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

All aboard for stories, science, and more as we sail off to explore literary adventures.

Virtual Event: Spanish from Zero - Intermediate with Brenda

Thu, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Intermediate Spanish- Come and learn grammar with Ms. Brenda.

Online Class: Algodoo Sandbox (Ages 7-9)

Thu, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

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: Spooky History Storytellers

Thu, Oct 29, 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. Presented by the Orange County Regional History Center. Register

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

Thu, Oct 29, 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.

Registration is now closed

Virtual Event - Crafts & Culture - Halloween

Thu, Oct 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Learn about Halloween and how it is celebrated around the world, while making a unique holiday craft. Recommended for adults.

Virtual Event: Winter Garden Book Club

Thu, Oct 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

Thu, Oct 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Join us as we discuss the thriller, Under My Skin by Lisa Unger.

Virtual Event: Critiquing Photos - How to Understand Photos

Thu, Oct 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

This virtual meet up will help photographers understand how to describe, interpret, and evaluate photos. This class is taught by Melrose Center Photography Instructors.

Virtual Event: Hocus Pocus Trivia Night

Thu, Oct 29, 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 29, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Hocus Pocus put a spell on everyone when it was released and now, we’re bringing it back to test your knowledge on all things Sanderson sisters and more! Recommended for teens.

Virtual Event: Hiawassee Book Club

Thu, Oct 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Join the Hiawassee Book Club to discuss "The Alice Network" by Kate Quinn.

Virtual Event: The Birth of The American Horror Film

Thu, Oct 29, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Beginning in colonial Salem and progressing through literature, plays and art to show the roots of the horror film genre in America. Dr. Gary Rhodes leads a discussion on the often overlooked genre.

Fri, Oct 30, 9:30am - 10:30am

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

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

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

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Layer Blending Modes

Fri, Oct 30, 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 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 : Open Lab: Sewing

Fri, Oct 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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.

Virtual Event: Mummies Have Mommies Too!

Fri, Oct 30, 10:00am - 10:45am

Don't get spooked by our Halloween friends, get wrapped up in fun with them instead! Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

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

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

Virtual Event: Electronic Engineering Using Snap Circuits

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

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

Fri, Oct 30, 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: Halloween Hullabaloo Puppet Show

Fri, Oct 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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: Adobe Photoshop - Black and White Effects

Fri, Oct 30, 11:15am - 12:15pm

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

Fri, Oct 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.

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

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

Fri, Oct 30, 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 30, 12:15pm - 1:15pm

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

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

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

Fri, Oct 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.

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

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.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Smoke and Fire Text Effects

Fri, Oct 30, 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 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: Films and Stills in the Public Domain

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

Discover archival films, stills and documents for use in documentaries, video content, or period research. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Homeschool: Art Expressions

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

Come and be creative as you learn various art techniques.

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

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

Create a beautiful shawl to keep you warm through a change of seasons. Learn a new repeating pattern that can grow your shawl to any desired size.

Virtual Event: The BOO! Bash

Fri, Oct 30, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Wear your favorite Halloween costume and join us online for a ghoulish good time with creepy crafts, spooky stories, and more! Recommended for preschoolers.

Virtual Event: Video - Camera Stabilization and Gimbals

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

Shoot smooth and steady video. Operate camera stabilizers and gimbals to shoot video. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Online Class: Algodoo Sandbox (Ages 7-9)

Fri, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

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.

Online Class: Let's Embroider Cute Trick-or-Treat (2-Day) - Beginner Level

Fri, Oct 30, 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.

Registration is now closed

Virtual Event: Spooky Science!

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

Unleash your inner mad scientist with fun experiments that have a spooky twist! Recommended for ages 6-12.

Virtual Event: Halloween Escape Room

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

Join us for a Halloween themed Escape Room filled with friendly ghosts, spooky objects and a fun filled mystery. Recommended for lower and upper elementary aged children.

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

Fri, Oct 30, 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: Google Earth (Ages 10-12)

Sat, Oct 31, 10:00am - 10:45am

Fly around the globe and view famous world landmarks using Google Earth.

Clases Online: Costura - Estuche para Tableta

Sat, Oct 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Cosa un estuche fácil y rápido para guardar tu tableta iPad, Android o Kindle.

Virtual Event: Monster Bugs

Sat, Oct 31, 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 31, 10:00am - 11:00am

Are you ready to freak out? Let's find the creepiest, ugliest, most terrifying bugs on the planet.What makes these bugs monstrous?

Virtual Event: Sweet Halloween Experiments - The Science of Candy

Sat, Oct 31, 10:30am - 11:30am

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

Sat, Oct 31, 11:00am - 11:45am

Experiments you can do at home with all the candy you've gathered. Plus build and test marshmallow launchers. Recommended for children ages 6-12.

Online Class: Science Fair Charts with Excel (Ages 10-12)

Sat, Oct 31, 11:00am - 11:45am

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.

Online Class: Make Pop Up Cards (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Oct 31, 11:45am - 1:15pm

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

Sat, Oct 31, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Design your own pop up cards. Discover the world of paper engineering while you cut, fold and decorate cool cards.

Online Class: Animated Stories with PowerPoint (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Oct 31, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Let's Huff and Puff and make storytelling more exciting! Use PowerPoint to animate The Three Little Pigs as an interactive story.

Sat, Oct 31, 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: Design Minecraft Characters (Ages 10-12)

Sat, Oct 31, 1:45pm - 3:15pm

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

Sat, Oct 31, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

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

Virtual Event: Mad Food Science

Sat, Oct 31, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

This gravedigger's delight will leave you craving more! Learn the science behind ice cream and make some with a spooky twist. Recommended for upper elementary, tweens and teens.

Virtual Event: The Haunted Library

Sat, Oct 31, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

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

Sat, Oct 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Find out what is haunting your local library. Recommended for ages 5-10.

Sun, Nov 01, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

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

Virtual Event: Documentary Screening of Robbery of the Heart

Sun, Nov 01, 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, Nov 01, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

"Robbery of the Heart" follows a Connecticut man, Harry Weichsel as he returns to his home town of Wetter, Germany to mark the 70th anniversary of Kristallnacht. Registration required.

Sun, Nov 01, 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: Programming Arduino Level 1

Mon, Nov 02, 9:30am - 11:00am

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

Mon, Nov 02, 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.

Canceled

Online Class: Let's Knit the Barley Hat - Confident Beginner Level

Mon, Nov 02, 10:00am - 11:00am

Learn the basic camera settings necessary and merge photos into an HDR image using adjustment layers. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Mon, Nov 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Layer Blending Modes

Mon, Nov 02, 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, Nov 02, 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: Being Thankful

Mon, Nov 02, 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

Mon, Nov 02, 10:30am - 11:15am

Learn about Thanksgiving and being thankful through stories, songs and rhymes. Recommended for preschoolers.

Virtual Event: Living Green: Beeswax Wrap

Mon, Nov 02, 11:00am - 11:45am

What's the buzz about beeswax wraps? Ditch plastic wraps and explore an easy method for creating beeswax wraps for yourself or to give as a gift.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Black and White Effects

Mon, Nov 02, 11:15am - 12:45pm

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

Mon, Nov 02, 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: Programming Arduino Level 2

Mon, Nov 02, 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.

Canceled

Mon, Nov 02, 11:30am - 12:30pm

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

Mon, Nov 02, 11:30am - 12:00pm

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.

Mon, Nov 02, 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, Nov 02, 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: Project WILD - Fabled Fauna

Mon, Nov 02, 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.

Mon, Nov 02, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Read and watch stories about real and imaginary animals and explain how different representations can influence people's feelings about animals. Recommended for upper elementary.

Mon, Nov 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Smoke and Fire Text Effects

Mon, Nov 02, 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, Nov 02, 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.

Mon, Nov 02, 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

Virtual Event: DSLR - Audio Recorders

Mon, Nov 02, 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, Nov 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Improve your DSLR videos by capturing sound to an external recorder. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Tasty Tales

Mon, Nov 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Gobble up a smorgasbord of scrumptious stories, activities and a craft. Recommended for preschoolers.

Mon, Nov 02, 2:15pm - 3:15pm

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

Mon, Nov 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Mon, Nov 02, 3:00pm - 4:45pm

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

Mon, Nov 02, 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, Nov 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

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.

Virtual Event: Yarn Doodles

Mon, Nov 02, 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

Mon, Nov 02, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Design a unique work of art using yarn as your medium. Recommended for upper elementary.

Virtual Event: Drawing Club

Mon, Nov 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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.

Mon, Nov 02, 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!

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

Mon, Nov 02, 4:30pm - 5:00pm

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.

Mon, Nov 02, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Virtual Event: Basic Spanish for Children and Tweens

This event is full

Virtual Event: Shakespeare LIVE!

Mon, Nov 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

Mon, Nov 02, 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.

Virtual Event: Pajama Party

Mon, Nov 02, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

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

Virtual Event: Southwest Film Club - Dial M for Murder

Mon, Nov 02, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Dial in for a good night discussing Alfred Hitchcock's thrilling film "Dial M for Murder". Watch the film beforehand on Kanopy and join us for a short lecture and discussion.

Virtual Event: Pathways to Publication

Mon, Nov 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

From traditional publishing to indie, there are many avenues to get your book in front of readers. Author Mari Mancusi explores the pros & cons of each pathway so you can decide which is best for you.

Mon, Nov 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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

Virtual Event: Adobe Illustrator Level 1

Tue, Nov 03, 9:30am - 11:00am

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

Tue, Nov 03, 10:00am - 11:00am

Turn scanned drawings into sleek vector graphics. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Online Class: Sewing-Easy Messenger Bag (3-Day) - Intermediate Level

Tue, Nov 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Whether you are off to work or off to hike, this messenger bag is a great accessory! Create a unique bag you can show off. This is a Virtual Event. You will receive an email with a link to access.

Tue, Nov 03, 10:00am - 11:30am

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

Tue, Nov 03, 10:00am - 10:30am

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.

Tue, Nov 03, 10:00am - 11:00am

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

Tue, Nov 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Reading Clearly Beginners explores English grammar and vocabulary for comprehension and vocabulary development.

Virtual Event: Fundamentals of Sound for Audio Engineering

Tue, Nov 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Basic Spanish. Come and learn the basic sounds of Spanish.

Tue, Nov 03, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Discuss how the physics of sound affects recordings. Learn key digital audio concepts, including sample rate, bit depth and file types. This class is taught by Melrose Center Audio Instructors.

Virtual Event: Buckaroo Storytime & Craft

Tue, Nov 03, 11:00am - 11:45am

A rootin' tootin' great storytime filled with country western fun and a craft. Recommended for preschoolers. Ages 3-5.

Tue, Nov 03, 11:15am - 12:45pm

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

Virtual Event: Adobe Illustrator Level 2

Tue, Nov 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.

Tue, Nov 03, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Design professional-looking stationery using Adobe Illustrator. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Tue, Nov 03, 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 - Infinity Scarf - Beginner Level

Tue, Nov 03, 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, Nov 03, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Create a classic infinity scarf. Turn a simple rectangle of fabric into a stylish accessory. This is a Virtual Event. You will receive an email with a link to access the event from your host.

Virtual Event: Finding Your Roots Probate Records

Tue, Nov 03, 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, Nov 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Learn what these records are, where they are located, and how to best utilize them in your family history research.

Virtual Event: Career Academy - Perfecting Your Resume

Tue, Nov 03, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

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

Tue, Nov 03, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

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

Tue, Nov 03, 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, Nov 03, 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, Nov 03, 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.

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

Tue, Nov 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Our four week series teaches beginners to apply the techniques behind the art of watercolours. This class is taught by Melrose Center Fab Lab Instructors.

Tue, Nov 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn how to create and setup a User Interface for a VR Game with Unity and Oculus. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Homeschool: Spanish

Tue, Nov 03, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

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

Virtual Event: Baby's First Galaxy Art

Tue, Nov 03, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Dress for a mess! Your baby will use edible paint to create their first interstellar masterpiece. Recommended for babies.

Virtual Event: Citizenship Inspired (4-Class Series)

Tue, Nov 03, 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. 11/3 Class 1 11/4 Class 2 11/10 Class 3 11/11 Class 4

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

Tue, Nov 03, 3:15pm - 4:15pm

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

Tue, Nov 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Learn how to program game object interactions in a VR game using Unity and Oculus. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Tue, Nov 03, 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: Spanish from Zero - Basics with Ms. Brenda

Tue, Nov 03, 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, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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

Virtual Event: Game Development Open Lab

Tue, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

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, Nov 03, 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: Great Gobble Games (Family Event)

Tue, Nov 03, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Compete in the Great Gobble Games with your family. Be prepared to move, think, and laugh your way through four rounds of events. Create a team name for your family before the program.

Virtual Event: Prime Time Family Reading Time

Tue, Nov 03, 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.

Registration is now closed

Tue, Nov 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Tue, Nov 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

Tue, Nov 03, 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: Video Editing with HitFilm Express

Tue, Nov 03, 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!

Wed, Nov 04, 10:00am - 11:00am

Introduction to HitFilm Express, a free software with professional effects to edit videos. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Online Class: Let's Crochet - Study of Texture Shawl (7-Day) - Intermediate Level

Wed, Nov 04, 10:00am - 11:30am

Keep warm and stylish with a textured shawl. Learn seven new stitch patterns as you crochet a shawl with shifting textures and a scalloped edge.

Online Class: Programming for Digital Media Level 1

Wed, Nov 04, 10:00am - 11:00am

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

Wed, Nov 04, 10:00am - 11:00am

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: Caregiver Connect - Stay and Play

Wed, Nov 04, 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.

Wed, Nov 04, 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: Southwest Fiber Arts Meetup - Community Stitch Challenge

Wed, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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: Counting at the Pond

Wed, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

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

Wed, Nov 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Count and quack your way to becoming a good reader and develop necessary skills to succeed in kindergarten. Ages 4-5.

Online Class: Programming for Digital Media Level 2

Wed, Nov 04, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Create interactive graphics with a simple to use programming language. Learn to program mouse interactions to add and change a shape's size, color and location.

Virtual Event: Adobe Premiere Multi-Camera Editing

Wed, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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. Class taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Peppa Party!

Wed, Nov 04, 11:45am - 1:15pm

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

Wed, Nov 04, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

We're having a Peppa Pig party! Join us for "Peppa Pig" themed stories, songs, activities, of course, jumping in muddy puddles!

Wed, Nov 04, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

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

Wed, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 1:45pm - 3:15pm

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

Virtual Event: Pro Tools Level 1 Fundamentals

Wed, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Virtual Event: Lightroom Interface Demonstration

Wed, Nov 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Explore the Lightroom features in this walkthrough. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Cheers for Corn!

Wed, Nov 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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

Wed, Nov 04, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Maize is amazing! Enjoy a fall harvest themed storytime and craft that are sure to be corn-y! Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Virtual Event: Citizenship Inspired (4-Class Series)

Wed, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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. 11/3 Class 1 11/4 Class 2 11/10 Class 3 11/11 Class 4

Virtual Event: Art History for kids - Paul Klee

Wed, Nov 04, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

In this series we will explore artists and their styles. We will also create our own masterpieces inspired by their work. Recommended for lower and upper elementary and tweens.

Virtual Event: Eatonville Children's Book Club

Wed, Nov 04, 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: Using the Develop Module in Lightroom

Wed, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

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.

Wed, Nov 04, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

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

Virtual Event: The Hungry Games

Wed, Nov 04, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

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

Wed, Nov 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Gobble your way through three courses of food themed trivia. May the odds be ever in your favor! Recommended for ages 13-18.

Virtual Event: Exporting Images from Lightroom + Q&A

Wed, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Dragonology

Wed, Nov 04, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Do you believe in dragons? If you are a true believer, you don't want to miss this exciting adventure to discover the truth about these legendary creatures. Recommended for families.

Online Class: Let's Knit a Leafy Washcloth - Confident Beginner Level

Wed, Nov 04, 5:45pm - 7:45pm

Learn how to knit a washcloth in the shape of a leaf.

Wed, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

Virtual Event: Their Voices Mattered

Wed, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

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.

Wed, Nov 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Genealogy for African Americans can be complex and cryptic! We will help you get started on your family's research and will discuss how African American family history information was shared.

Virtual Event: All Kinds of Beliefs

Thu, Nov 05, 10:00am - 10:30am

People have all kinds of beliefs. They may be Buddhists, Christians, Hindus, Jews, Muslims, Sikhs, another religion, or no religion at all. What are your beliefs? Recommended for families.

Virtual Event: Adobe Illustrator Level 3

Thu, Nov 05, 10:00am - 11:00am

Use a variety of tools and techniques to apply styles such as watercolor, flat, outline and more. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Thu, Nov 05, 10:00am - 11:30am

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

Thu, Nov 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

Online Class: Hand Sewing - Sashiko Pattern of the Month

Thu, Nov 05, 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.

Thu, Nov 05, 10:15am - 11:30am

Sashiko hand sewing is a Japanese style hand sewing technique using the simple running stitch. Pre-Requisite: Hand Sewing: Basic Level 4 or basic hand sewing skills.

Thu, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

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

Virtual Event: Growing Up WILD - In a Grasshopper's World

Thu, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

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

Thu, Nov 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

Learn all about grasshoppers, their anatomy and where they live. Recommended for ages 3-5. Presented as a part of the Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies Project WILD

Virtual Event: Adobe Illustrator Level 4

Thu, Nov 05, 11:15am - 12:15pm

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

Thu, Nov 05, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Use the Transform options to scale objects, frame images using the Transparency panel and speed up text formatting with Paragraph Styles. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Thu, Nov 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

Virtual Event: Family Tree Guide to DNA Testing Study Group

Thu, Nov 05, 11:45am - 1:15pm

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

Thu, Nov 05, 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.

Thu, Nov 05, 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, Nov 05, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

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: Homeschool: Who Was?

Thu, Nov 05, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

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

Thu, Nov 05, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Who Was? is a series of kid-friendly biographies written in detailed accounts of a famous person's life. Join us as we learn the amazing stories of these trailblazers with fun activities and a craft.

Thu, Nov 05, 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 - Fall Project

Thu, Nov 05, 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.

Thu, Nov 05, 2:00pm - 3:15pm

This four-week series will introduce beginners to basic hand sewing techniques while creating a project. This is a 3 week series.

Virtual Event: Pro Tools Level 2 Introduction to Editing

Thu, Nov 05, 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 Audio Instructors.

Virtual Event: Blender Rigging 2 - Biped Character Painting Weights

Thu, Nov 05, 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.

Online Class: Search and Apply for Jobs

Thu, Nov 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Become familiar with popular job search websites and common questions asked on job applications. Learn how to use various internet resources to search and apply for jobs.

Virtual Event: Little Chef - Nacho Granny's Apples

Thu, Nov 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Slice, drizzle and CRUNCH! Let's get creative and make our very own sweet treat - apple nachos! Recommended for ages 3-5.

Thu, Nov 05, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

During this 4-class program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview.

Online Class: Resume Writing

Thu, Nov 05, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

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.

Thu, Nov 05, 3:15pm - 4:15pm

Bring your resume to the top of the pile. Learn how to plan, create, and format a professional-looking resume using built-in templates in Microsoft Word.

Virtual Event: Spanish from Zero - Intermediate with Brenda

Thu, Nov 05, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

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

Thu, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Intermediate Spanish- Come and learn grammar with Ms. Brenda.

Virtual Event: Cuisine Corner Junior: Fall Flavors!

Thu, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Learn how to make fall-themed snacks for the season! Enjoy sweet and savory pumpkin treats. Recommended for upper elementary, tweens and teens.

Virtual Event: Blender Animating - Biped Character Walk Cycle

Thu, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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!

Thu, Nov 05, 5:00pm - 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.

Virtual Event: The War of the Worlds: 82 Years Later

Thu, Nov 05, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

In 1938, Orson Welles' radio broadcast of The War of the Worlds panicked the nation and created a lasting effect on radio. Learn more and listen to some of the broadcast. Recommended for families.

Thu, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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: Let's Play: Animal Crossing - Fall Party

Thu, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

Thu, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Celebrate Animal Crossing: New Horizons™ by participating in Fall Festival & Carnival. Enjoy Carnival Games, Crafting Challenges and an Item Fair!! Recommended for teens and adults.

Thu, Nov 05, 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, Nov 05, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Join us for focused writing time and connect with other local writers via Zoom. NaNoWriMo is National Novel Writing Month (nanowrimo.org). All writers welcome.

Fri, Nov 06, 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: Kitchen Jam Band

Fri, Nov 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.

Fri, Nov 06, 10:00am - 10:45am

Gather those pots and pans and get ready to make some noise! We will learn about rhythm, read a story, and make a musical craft. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Online Class: Sewing - Placemats and Matching Napkins - Beginner Level

Fri, Nov 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Get ready for the holidays with your very own Placemat and Matching Napkins. Makes a great present or use to impress your friends and family.

Online Class: WordPress Level 1

Fri, Nov 06, 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: Cuentame un Cuento

Fri, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

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

Fri, Nov 06, 11:00am - 11:30am

The library provides a virtual storytime in English and Spanish suitable for preschoolers. The whole family is welcome! Ages 3-5.

Online Class: WordPress Level 2

Fri, Nov 06, 11:15am - 12:15pm

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

Fri, Nov 06, 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.

Fri, Nov 06, 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.

Fri, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

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: WordPress Level 3

Fri, Nov 06, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

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

Fri, Nov 06, 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.

Fri, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

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.

This event is full

Virtual Event: Pro Tools Level 3 Signal Flow & Effects

Fri, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

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

Virtual Event: Adobe Premiere Pro Level 1

Fri, Nov 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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: Let's Crochet Wine Gift Bags - Intermediate Level

Fri, Nov 06, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

This gift bag can be used for any occasion that you may want to give a bottle of wine. Practice working in the round and learn how to customize your bag for any bottle.

Virtual Event: Homeschool: Art Expressions

Fri, Nov 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Join us on Zoom and be creative as you learn various art techniques.

Online Class: WordPress Level 4

Fri, Nov 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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

Virtual Event: Autumn Apples

Fri, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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 ages 3-5.

Virtual Event: Adobe Premiere Pro Level 2

Fri, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

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.

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

Fri, Nov 06, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

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: Let's Embroider a Thankful Hoop (3-Day) - Intermediate Level

Fri, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Create a fun embroidery project. Learn how to use a stem stitch, split stitch, and fishbone stitch while constructing a Thankful Hoop. This is a 3 part series.

Online Class: Google Earth (Ages 7-9)

Fri, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

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.

Fri, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Fly around the globe and view famous world landmarks using Google Earth.

Virtual Event: Let's Code Like an Artist (Ages 7-9)

Fri, Nov 06, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Write real code! Explore the the basics of programming while drawing like an artist!

Virtual Event: Adobe Illustrator - Logo Design

Sat, Nov 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

Build your business logo using graphic design theory for concepts, color, and font choices. This class is taught by Melrose Center Design Instructors.

Virtual Event: Citizenship Inspired

Sat, Nov 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm

During this 4-class program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview.

Virtual Event: Bluey Family Fun!

Sat, Nov 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

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

Sat, Nov 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

Mom! Dad! Bingo! Bluey! And all our friends are invited to join us for stories, crafts, and songs inspired by "Bluey."

Online Class: Computer Programming Level 1 (Ages 10-12)

Sat, Nov 07, 10:00am - 10:45am

There's only one thing cooler than using a computer program and that is creating one. Explore the world of computer programming in a friendly development environment that is easy to master.

Online Class: Sewing: Soup Bowl Cozy - Intermediate Level

Sat, Nov 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Here’s an easy-to-make solution to burnt fingers and spilled soup. Protect hands and furniture from hot soup, chili, and oatmeal with this easy sewing project. Great for yourself or as a gift.

Virtual Event: Pencil Drawing Workshop - Southwest Art Club

Sat, Nov 07, 10:00am - 11:30am

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

Sat, Nov 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Learn step-by-step how to draw a still life featuring a vase and autumn fruit using pencil and paper. Taught by professional artist, Xiomara Aleksic. For ages 18+

Virtual Event: Stories & Stretches

Sat, Nov 07, 11:00am - 11:30am

Calling all little yogis and wiggleworms! Join us for a special movement storytime focusing on motor development that is filled with stories, songs and fun! Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Virtual Event: Beginner’s Chinese Calligraphy

Sat, Nov 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Join artist Jojo Liu as she teaches the art of traditional Chinese calligraphy which includes how to hold a brush, write basic strokes, and write standing. Registration required.

Virtual Event: Mission to Mars (Ages 11-13) (3-Day)

Sat, Nov 07, 11:00am - 12:30pm

A mission to Mars from the comfort of your own home! This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

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

Sat, Nov 07, 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.

Sat, Nov 07, 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, Nov 07, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Do you need feedback on your latest graphic design projects? Or assistance with assignments? Join this open session for 1 on 1 help with everything Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.

Online Class: Computer Programming Level 2 (Ages 10-12)

Sat, Nov 07, 11:45am - 1:15pm

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

Sat, Nov 07, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Take your skills even further. Have fun programming cool controls for your game.

Sat, Nov 07, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

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: Algodoo Sandbox (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Nov 07, 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, Nov 07, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

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: Celebrate Veteran’s Day with a Veteran - In partnership with Career Source Florida

Sat, Nov 07, 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, Nov 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Spend time with a local veteran and learn about their time serving our country. Join in bootcamp-style exercises and learn how to send cards of thanks to our local heroes. Recommended for families.

Online Class: Google Earth (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Nov 07, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Fly around the globe and view famous world landmarks using Google Earth.

Online Class: Let's Crochet Level 1 - Beginner Level

Sat, Nov 07, 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, Nov 07, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Start crocheting today. Learn to chain and single crochet stitch to create your first project!

Virtual Event: Writing Goals, Mindsets, and Routines

Sat, Nov 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

It’s important for a writer to develop the correct mindset to create longevity within their career. Author and editor Racquel Henry will discuss some of the components needed for a proper mindset.

Sat, Nov 07, 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.

Virtual Event: How to Finger Knit an Octopus

Sat, Nov 07, 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.

Sat, Nov 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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

Sun, Nov 08, 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, Nov 08, 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, Nov 08, 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, Nov 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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.

Online Class: Let's Knit Squares - Wheat Square - Intermediate Level

Mon, Nov 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Build your knitting skills block by block. Learn how to make a blanket from twelve unique squares. Create the Wheat square while mastering the Right Twist stitch.

Mon, Nov 09, 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, Nov 09, 10:00am - 11:00am

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

Mon, Nov 09, 10:00am - 11:00am

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

Virtual Event: Diabetes Education

Mon, Nov 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

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.

Mon, Nov 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Learn about diabetes, Type 1 diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, and A1C. Explore steps that will help you control glucose levels and maintain your quality of life. Registration required.

Virtual Event: Ableton Live 10 Level 1 - Ableton Fundamentals

Mon, Nov 09, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Discover why Ableton Live is one of the most popular Digital Audio Workstations on the planet and get started on your live sets. This class is taught by Melrose Center Audio Instructors.

Virtual Event: Lots of Leaves Storytime & Craft

Mon, Nov 09, 11:00am - 11:45am

Leaves are falling! Fall stories and a craft. Recommended for preschoolers. Ages 3-5.

Mon, Nov 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.

Mon, Nov 09, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Work with commonly used tools and techniques to remove blemishes, soften skin and restore an image's texture. This class is taught by Melrose Center Photo Instructors.

Mon, Nov 09, 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: Project WILD - My Kingdom for a Shelter

Mon, Nov 09, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

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

Mon, Nov 09, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Hunker down to learn about animal shelters and how it contributes to their survival.

Mon, Nov 09, 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, Nov 09, 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, Nov 09, 2:45pm - 4:15pm

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

Mon, Nov 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Mon, Nov 09, 3:00pm - 4:45pm

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

Virtual Event: I'm Not Scared

Mon, Nov 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.

Mon, Nov 09, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Owl is absolutely, positively not scared of the dark, and you shouldn't be either! A fun time filled with fearless stories, activities and crafts. Recommended for preschoolers.

Virtual Event: Introduction to Foundation Center Resources

Mon, Nov 09, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Looking for funding? Get the 101 on using this comprehensive directory to win grants and make a difference.

Virtual Event: Electronic Engineering Using Snap Circuits

Mon, Nov 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

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 Fab Lab Instructors.

Virtual Event: Create a Third Person Video Game Boot Camp - (8 - DAY)

Mon, Nov 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Learn how to create a third person video game from scratch using Unity.

Virtual Event: DIY Fall Wreath

Mon, Nov 09, 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, Nov 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Feel inspired to add to your Fall decor? Tune in to learn how to make your own wreath using basic materials. Recommended for Kids and Tweens.

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

Mon, Nov 09, 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: D&D with the Library

Mon, Nov 09, 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: Shakespeare LIVE!

Mon, Nov 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Join us for focused writing time and connect with other local writers via Zoom. NaNoWriMo is National Novel Writing Month (nanowrimo.org). All writers welcome.

Mon, Nov 09, 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.

Virtual Event: Southeast Book Club

Mon, Nov 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Join the Southeast Book Club to discuss our book selection, The Dutch House by Ann Patchett.

Virtual Event: While You Sleep

Mon, Nov 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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

Tue, Nov 10, 10:00am - 10:30am

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

Virtual Event: Central Florida Book Club

Tue, Nov 10, 10:00am - 11:30am

Join us on the second Tuesday of each month as we discuss a wide range of books.

Online Class: Sewing-Easy Messenger Bag (3-Day) - Intermediate Level

Tue, Nov 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Whether you are off to work or off to hike, this messenger bag is a great accessory! Create a unique bag you can show off. This is a Virtual Event. You will receive an email with a link to access.

Virtual Event: Digital Painting Level 1

Tue, Nov 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

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

Tue, Nov 10, 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 Design Instructors.

Tue, Nov 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Reading Clearly Beginners explores English grammar and vocabulary for comprehension and vocabulary development.

Virtual Event: Stress Buster Art: Nature Mandalas

Tue, Nov 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Basic Spanish. Come and learn the basic sounds of Spanish.

Tue, Nov 10, 11:00am - 12:15pm

Join us to relax and refresh! Learn about Andy Goldsworthy, a naturalist artist. Take a walk outdoors to hunt for natural materials to create your own nature mandala design. Ages 18+

Virtual Event: Ableton Live 10 Level 2 - Exploring Non-Linear Workflow

Tue, Nov 10, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Learn about Ableton Live's editing and scene features which allow for a non-linear workflow and a flexible approach to creativity . This class is taught by Melrose Center Audio Instructors.

Tue, Nov 10, 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.

Virtual Event: Digital Painting Level 2

Tue, Nov 10, 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.

Tue, Nov 10, 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 Design Instructors.

Tue, Nov 10, 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.

Online Class: Sewing - Quilt Block of the Month - Intermediate Level

Tue, Nov 10, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

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.

Tue, Nov 10, 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 Immigration Records

Tue, Nov 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Immigration records are an incredibly rich source of information for the family historian. Learn more about your family’s history by using passenger lists and naturalization records.

Tue, Nov 10, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

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

Virtual Event: Career Academy - Interview Like a Pro

Tue, Nov 10, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

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

Tue, Nov 10, 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: Homeschool: Science Fun

Tue, Nov 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Our four week series teaches beginners to apply the techniques behind the art of watercolours. This class is taught by Melrose Center Fab Lab Instructors.

Tue, Nov 10, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Explore new science topics with hands-on fun! Recommended for homeschoolers ages 6 - 17.

Virtual Event: Citizenship Inspired (4-Class Series)

Tue, Nov 10, 2:45pm - 4:15pm

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

Tue, Nov 10, 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. 11/3 Class 1 11/4 Class 2 11/10 Class 3 11/11 Class 4

Virtual Event: Great Courses Discussion: Our Night Sky

Tue, Nov 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Have you ever wondered about the difference between a planet and a star? Are you interested in the constellation Orion? Find out more in this Great Courses discussion.

Tue, Nov 10, 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.

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

Tue, Nov 10, 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, Nov 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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

Virtual Event: Native American Music - Presented by the Redhawk Council

Tue, Nov 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with music by the Redhawk Native American Arts Council! Recommended for Families.

Virtual Event: Create a Third Person Video Game Boot Camp - (8 - DAY)

Tue, Nov 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Learn how to create a third person video game from scratch using Unity.

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

Tue, Nov 10, 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: Happy Little Trees

Tue, Nov 10, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Grab a brush, mellow out and paint some happy, little trees the Bob Ross way! Remember, there are no mistakes, only happy accidents! Recommended for teens and tweens.

Virtual Event: Ask A Lawyer - Presented by The Orange County Bar Association

Tue, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

The Orange County Bar Association will provide an open forum for individuals to speak with a panel of attorneys to get guidance on Consumer Law, Small Claims and Employment. Registration required.

Virtual Event: Prime Time Family Reading Time

Tue, Nov 10, 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.

Registration is now closed

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Tue, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

Tue, Nov 10, 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.

Online Class: Let's Crochet - Study of Texture Shawl (7-Day) - Intermediate Level

Tue, Nov 10, 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!

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

Keep warm and stylish with a textured shawl. Learn seven new stitch patterns as you crochet a shawl with shifting textures and a scalloped edge.

Virtual Event: Sesame Street Storytime

Wed, Nov 11, 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, Nov 11, 10:00am - 10:45am

Can you tell me how to get, how to get to Sesame Street? Let's make it a sunny day with a storytime and craft celebrating our favorite friends. Recommended for toddler and preschoolers.

Virtual Event: Adobe Premiere Pro Level 3

Wed, Nov 11, 10:00am - 11:00am

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 Video Instructors.

Virtual Event: Southwest Fiber Arts Meetup - Community Stitch Challenge

Wed, Nov 11, 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, Nov 11, 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: Ableton Live 10 Level 3 - Device Mapping and Performing

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

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

Wed, Nov 11, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Discover and explore the unparalleled live performance and device-mapping features of Ableton Live. This class is taught by Melrose Center Audio Instructors.

Virtual Event: Homeschool Junior: - Hello Neighbor: Fireman

Wed, Nov 11, 11:00am - 11:45am

Kick start your little one's education with Homeschool Junior! Join us for a storytime and activities all about basic concepts. Recommended for homeschoolers ages 3 - 5.

Virtual Event: Adobe Premiere Pro Level 4

Wed, Nov 11, 11:30am - 12:30pm

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

Wed, Nov 11, 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

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Layer Blending Modes

Wed, Nov 11, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

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

Wed, Nov 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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: Wild Earth

Wed, Nov 11, 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, Nov 11, 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: Video Finishing Touches with Adobe Premiere

Wed, Nov 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn quick fixes for video color correction, audio, and watermarks for better looking and sounding videos that have to be posted ASAP. This class is taught by Melrose Center Video Instructors.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Black and White Effects

Wed, Nov 11, 2:15pm - 3:15pm

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: Stories and Science

Wed, Nov 11, 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, Nov 11, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Learn about the science of simple machines through stories and an interactive activity! This month we're learning about inclined planes.

Virtual Event: Citizenship Inspired (4-Class Series)

Wed, Nov 11, 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. 11/3 Class 1 11/4 Class 2 11/10 Class 3 11/11 Class 4

Virtual Event: Formula Fun Racing

Wed, Nov 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Get ready for the Grand Prix with your own Formula 1 car! Assemble and decorate your own plywood model race car (car kit provided). This class is taught by Melrose Center Fab Lab Instructors.

Virtual Event: Make a (Paper) Wish

Wed, Nov 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Celebrate 11/11 by learning how to create origami stars that are perfect for wishing upon. Recommended for ages 13-18.

Virtual Event: Create a Third Person Video Game Boot Camp - (8 - DAY)

Wed, Nov 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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

Wed, Nov 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Learn how to create a third person video game from scratch using Unity.

Virtual Event: DIY Decorative Upcycled Jars

Wed, Nov 11, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Save those empty jars to create cute decorative accent pieces for the holidays using school glue and other craft items.

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

Wed, Nov 11, 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, Nov 11, 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.

Online Class: Let's Knit a Market Bag (2-Day) - Confident Beginner Level

Wed, Nov 11, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

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.

Wed, Nov 11, 5:45pm - 7:45pm

Learn how to knit a washcloth in the shape of a leaf.

Virtual Event: Cuisine Corner- Cooking with an Air Fryer

Wed, Nov 11, 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 a delicious meal using an air fryer.

Virtual Event: Advanced Searching on Ancestry

Wed, Nov 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Learn how to get more out of your searches on Ancestry Library Edition and Ancestry.com.

Virtual Event: All Kinds of Families

Thu, Nov 12, 10:00am - 11:30am

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

Thu, Nov 12, 10:00am - 10:30am

Families can be big or small and can change over time. Some live together and others live apart. In every family there are people who love each other. Who's in your family? Recommended for families.

Online Class: Hand Sewing - Sashiko Pattern of the Month

Thu, Nov 12, 10:15am - 11:30am

Sashiko hand sewing is a Japanese style hand sewing technique using the simple running stitch. Pre-Requisite: Hand Sewing: Basic Level 4 or basic hand sewing skills.

Thu, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

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

Virtual Event: Homeschool - How to Get Started

Thu, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

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

Thu, Nov 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

No matter the age of your child, or how long you have been interested in home education, this event will provide you with valuable information to help guide your first steps.

Virtual Event: Growing Up Wild: Wiggling Worms

Thu, Nov 12, 11:00am - 11:30am

Can you wiggle like a worm? Learn all about earthworms and where they live. Recommended for ages 3-5. Presented as a part of the Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies Project WILD.

Virtual Event: Audio Recording Techniques - Piano

Thu, Nov 12, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Record it right the first time. Understand the workings of the piano, isolate the best sound and use techniques to capture the perfect sound. This class is taught by Melrose Center Audio Instructors.

Virtual Event: Camera Level 1

Thu, Nov 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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

Virtual Event: Finding the Biological Family of Pansy

Thu, Nov 12, 11:45am - 1:15pm

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

Thu, Nov 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

See how DNA and the paper trail can intersect to help discover the biological parents of an African American woman adopted in Pennsylvania in the 1920s.

Thu, Nov 12, 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.

Virtual Event: Homeschool: What Was?

Thu, Nov 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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, Nov 12, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Join us on Zoom to discuss the What Was? book series with fun activities and a craft.

Online Class: Hand Sewing - Fall Project

Thu, Nov 12, 2:00pm - 3:15pm

This four-week series will introduce beginners to basic hand sewing techniques while creating a project. This is a 3 week series.

Virtual Event: Thankful Hands

Thu, Nov 12, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Celebrate the fall season with activities, and get creative while crafting to share your gratitude. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Smoke and Fire Text Effects

Thu, Nov 12, 2:15pm - 3:15pm

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.

Thu, Nov 12, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

During this 4-class program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview.

Virtual Event: Spanish from Zero - Intermediate with Brenda

Thu, Nov 12, 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.

Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Intermediate Spanish- Come and learn grammar with Ms. Brenda.

Virtual Event: Quick Minute Science - Kitchen Science!

Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

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

Virtual Event: Create a Third Person Video Game Boot Camp - (8 - DAY)

Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Learn how to create a third person video game from scratch using Unity.

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

Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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!

Thu, Nov 12, 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: Giant Paper Bag Stars

Thu, Nov 12, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Turn your lunch sacks into artsy out of this world stars! Recommended for tweens and teens. Ages 11-18.

Virtual Event: Dungeons and Dragons Adventurers League

Thu, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Have you been wanting to play D&D but don't know how or where to join? On the second Thursday of each month you can learn, play, and teach the greatest game on earth!

Virtual Event: Craft Club - String Art

Thu, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Do you love working with your hands to create fun projects? This is the place for you! Create a new craft every month with fellow adult crafters!

Thu, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

Virtual Event: Alafaya Book Club

Thu, Nov 12, 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, Nov 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

The Alafaya Book Club's November selection is "Ask Again, Yes" by Mary Beth Keane.

Online Class: Web Design - CSS Level 1

Thu, Nov 12, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Join us for focused writing time and connect with other local writers via Zoom. NaNoWriMo is National Novel Writing Month (nanowrimo.org). All writers welcome.

Fri, Nov 13, 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 - Potholders - Beginner Level

Fri, Nov 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Ready for your first sewing project or just want to make a unique potholder for your kitchen? Learn to make a simple and easy potholder with fabric and batting.

Fri, Nov 13, 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: Paper Possibilities Workshop - The Concertina Book

Fri, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

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

Fri, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:45am

Concertina books can be used to display art, stories, words of inspiration, and more.

Virtual Event: Baby Bash

Fri, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Sing, play and work on developing motor skills during this fun storytime! Recommended for babies.

Online Class: Web Design - CSS Level 2

Fri, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 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.

Online Class: Web Design - CSS Level 3

Fri, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 1:45pm - 3:15pm

Do you want to draw more attention to your site? A full-screen video background is a solution.

Online Class: Let's Crochet Amigurumi Hedgehog - Intermediate Level

Fri, Nov 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Create an amigurumi hedgehog, this stuffed little animal will bring joy to all those who see it. Practice working in the round, bobble stitches, and invisible decreases.

This event is full

Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Formulas & Functions

Fri, Nov 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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.

Virtual Event: Maps In a Snap

Fri, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Test your sense of direction by exploring the world of maps. See what kinds of maps exist and if you can find your way around.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Pivot Tables

Fri, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 3:15pm - 4:15pm

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

Online Class: Let's Embroider a Thankful Hoop (3-Day) - Intermediate Level

Fri, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Create a fun embroidery project. Learn how to use a stem stitch, split stitch, and fishbone stitch while constructing a Thankful Hoop. This is a 3 part series.

Virtual Event: Create a Third Person Video Game Boot Camp - (8 - DAY)

Fri, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Learn how to create a third person video game from scratch using Unity.

Virtual Event: Cuisine Corner Junior - Cornucopia Cones

Fri, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Celebrate fall by creating your own delicious cornucopia out of an ice cream cone and fill it with sweet and salty treats. Recommended for lower and upper elementary and tweens.

Virtual Event: Let's Code with Anna & Elsa (Ages 7-9)

Fri, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Write real code! Explore the the basics of programming while Anna and Elsa ice-skate and create fun snowflake patterns.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Charts

Fri, Nov 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

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

Virtual Event: Lincoln and Thanksgiving

Fri, Nov 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Mr. Lincoln shares the story of how our national, annual observance of the Thanksgiving holiday came to be established during his Presidency. Ages: adults and children 6+. Registration required.

Virtual Event: Citizenship Inspired

Sat, Nov 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm

During this 4-class program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview.

Clases En Linea: Costura: Funda de Almohada - Nivel: Principiante

Sat, Nov 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Crea una funda de almohada clásica con una orilla en contraste. Termine profesionalmente su proyecto con costuras francesas, mientras practica puntadas rectas.

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

Sat, Nov 14, 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.

Sat, Nov 14, 10:00am - 10:45am

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.

Sat, Nov 14, 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.

Virtual Event: Family Zumba

Sat, Nov 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

Do you need feedback on your latest graphic design projects? Or assistance with assignments? Join this open session for 1 on 1 help with everything Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.

Sat, Nov 14, 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: Little Chef: Teddy Bear Toast

Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Learn how to make teddy bear toast for a healthy breakfast or snack! Adult participation is required. Registration required. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Virtual Event: Mission to Mars (Ages 11-13) (3-Day)

Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:30pm

A mission to Mars from the comfort of your own home! This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

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

Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 11:45am

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

Sat, Nov 14, 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.

Online Class: Budgeting with Excel (Ages 10-12)

Sat, Nov 14, 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.

Sat, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Perform numerical calculation in Microsoft Excel and learn how to use the tools needed to create a budget.

Virtual Event: Watercolor "Workouts"

Sat, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Join me in this weekly challenge, and practice with me in how we create different small subjects.

Virtual Event: Every Child Ready to Read Caregiver Workshop

Sat, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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: Tea & Conversation

Sat, Nov 14, 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: Will It Waffle?

Sat, Nov 14, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

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

Sat, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Using a waffle maker and a few ingredients, we will answer the question: will it waffle? Of course batter will, but what about chocolate chip cookie dough or cinnamon rolls? For tweens and teens.

Virtual Event: ArtMazing

Sat, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

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

Virtual Event: Chess Club

Sat, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Come hangout and play against other local chess enthusiasts. Solve chess puzzles, do exercises online, and find out if you're one of the best around.

Virtual Event: Cuisine Corner: Healthy and Satisfying Soups

Sat, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

It's soup season! Chef Joycelyn Bryant will demonstrate how make soups that will warm you, fill you up, and nourish your body.

Virtual Event: Sunday Morning Genealogy

Sun, Nov 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Grab a cup of coffee (or tea) and join us for this Sunday morning genealogy hangout. Feel free to ask any type of genealogy question or propose a genealogy discussion topic.

Virtual Event: Creating Thank you Notes

Sun, Nov 15, 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, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Give thanks with a heartfelt note. Learn how to create simple envelopes and note cards. Join Lynda Chandler, as she shares creative tips and techniques for lettering on cards and envelopes.

Sun, Nov 15, 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, Nov 15, 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 Barley Hat - Confident Beginner Level

Mon, Nov 16, 9:30am - 11:00am

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

Mon, Nov 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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

Online Class: Adobe Acrobat Level 1

Mon, Nov 16, 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, Nov 16, 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: Gobble It Up

Mon, Nov 16, 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, Nov 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

Gobble-gobble, wibble-wobble, let the feast begin! Preschoolers, trot into the Library to gobble up some turkey stories, have fun with turkey activities and more! Recommended for preschool.

Virtual Event: Kangaroo Tales

Mon, Nov 16, 11:00am - 11:30am

Join us in the land down under to learn about Kangaroos! We'll sing songs, share stories, and share fun facts about the Roo. Recommended for preschoolers and parents.

Virtual Event: Mastering Your Music Level 1 - Fundamentals of Mastering

Mon, Nov 16, 11:00am - 12:30pm

A series dedicated to the art of audio mastering. Learn fundamental mastering concepts, terminology, and techniques with online instruction from our Melrose Center Audio instructors.

Virtual Event: How to Make Photo Books in Lightroom

Mon, Nov 16, 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 Photo Instructors.

Online Class: Adobe Acrobat Level 2

Mon, Nov 16, 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.

Mon, Nov 16, 11:15am - 12:45pm

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

Mon, Nov 16, 11:45am - 1:15pm

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

Virtual Event: Homeschool Meetup: Project WILD - Lights Out!

Mon, Nov 16, 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, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Learn about light pollution and the effects it has on wildlife.

Mon, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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

Mon, Nov 16, 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, Nov 16, 1:45pm - 3:15pm

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

Mon, Nov 16, 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, Nov 16, 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.

Mon, Nov 16, 2:15pm - 3:15pm

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

Mon, Nov 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Mon, Nov 16, 3:00pm - 4:45pm

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

Mon, Nov 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.

Virtual Event: Cuisine Corner Junior: Pokemon Pizza!

Mon, Nov 16, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

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

Canceled

Mon, Nov 16, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Learn to make sweet and savory Pokeball pizzas for Pokemon Week. Watch on Zoom to "catch" both recipes! Recommended for upper elementary, tweens and teens.

Virtual Event: Create a Third Person Video Game Boot Camp - (8 - DAY)

Mon, Nov 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Learn how to create a third person video game from scratch using Unity.

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

Mon, Nov 16, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

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: Parade Balloon Engineering

Mon, Nov 16, 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, Nov 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Combine science, creativity and imagination to make your own balloon worthy of flying in the famous Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Recommended for families with children aged 6-17.

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

Mon, Nov 16, 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.

Mon, Nov 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Join us for focused writing time and connect with other local writers via Zoom. NaNoWriMo is National Novel Writing Month (nanowrimo.org). All writers welcome.

Virtual Event: Melrose Game Jam Info Session

Mon, Nov 16, 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

Mon, Nov 16, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Want to make a game? OCLS hosts our second annual game jam & everyone's invited. Form your team & build a full game before the showcase on 11/21! Whether you're experienced or brand new come jam!

Mon, Nov 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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

Tue, Nov 17, 9:30am - 11:00am

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

Virtual Event: Baby Bugs Storytime - Storytime and Activity

Tue, Nov 17, 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, Nov 17, 10:00am - 10:30am

Your little one will buzz with excitement as we share songs, rhymes, and stories about bugs. Recommended for babies with their caregivers.

Online Class: Sewing-Easy Messenger Bag (3-Day) - Intermediate Level

Tue, Nov 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Whether you are off to work or off to hike, this messenger bag is a great accessory! Create a unique bag you can show off. This is a Virtual Event. You will receive an email with a link to access.

Tue, Nov 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Reading Clearly Beginners explores English grammar and vocabulary for comprehension and vocabulary development.

Virtual Event: A Whole New World

Tue, Nov 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Basic Spanish. Come and learn the basic sounds of Spanish.

Tue, Nov 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Rub your genie lamp, make a wish, and explore a whole new world at our "Aladdin" themed storytime! Enjoy stories, songs, and crafts.

Virtual Event: Microphone Theory Levels 1 & 2

Tue, Nov 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hear how different microphones pick up and transmit sound. Discover how to use polar patterns, proximity effect and phase. This class is taught by Melrose Center Audio Instructors.

Tue, Nov 17, 11:15am - 12:45pm

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.

Tue, Nov 17, 11:15am - 12:15pm

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

Tue, Nov 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

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

Online Class: Sewing - Holiday Stocking Zipper Pouch (2 Day) - Intermediate Level

Tue, Nov 17, 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, Nov 17, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Make a wonderful zippered stocking perfect for gift card giving this holiday season.

Virtual Event: Adobe Illustrator - Logo Design

Tue, Nov 17, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Build your business logo using graphic design theory for concepts, color, and font choices. Learn the basics of designing a business logo using vector graphics tools.

Virtual Event: Finding Your Roots Church & Cemetery Records

Tue, Nov 17, 12:45pm - 1:45pm

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

Tue, Nov 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Discover what type of information is contained in these records, how to access them, and how they can help enhance your family history research.

Tue, Nov 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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

Tue, Nov 17, 1:15pm - 2:15pm

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

Virtual Event: Career Academy - Perfecting Your Resume

Tue, Nov 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

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

Tue, Nov 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

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

Virtual Event: Homeschool: Spanish

Tue, Nov 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Our four week series teaches beginners to apply the techniques behind the art of watercolours. This class is taught by Melrose Center Fab Lab Instructors.

Tue, Nov 17, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

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

Tue, Nov 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Do you need feedback on your latest graphic design projects? Or assistance with assignments? Join this open session for 1 on 1 help with everything Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.

Tue, Nov 17, 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.

Tue, Nov 17, 2:15pm - 3:15pm

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.

Tue, Nov 17, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

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.

Rescheduled

Virtual Event: Citizenship Inspired (4-Class Series)

Tue, Nov 17, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

New date Tuesday, November 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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

Tue, Nov 17, 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. 11/17 Class 1 11/18 Class 2 11/24 Class 3 11/25 Class 4

Virtual Event: Timed Drawing Challenges - Aliens!

Tue, Nov 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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: Aliens!

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

Tue, Nov 17, 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, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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

Online Class: Code with Code Studio (Ages 7-9)

Tue, Nov 17, 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: Create a Third Person Video Game Boot Camp - (8 - DAY)

Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Learn how to create a third person video game from scratch using Unity.

Virtual Event: Pajama Jamboree

Tue, Nov 17, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Put on your favorite Pajamas and join us for some fun stories and a craft.

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

Tue, Nov 17, 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, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Tue, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

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

Tue, Nov 17, 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: Bullying/Cyberbullying

Tue, Nov 17, 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, Nov 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Learn the definition, characteristics, and types of bullying. Identify the impacts of bullying and learn how to prevent it. Receive information and resources for victims of bullying.

Virtual Event: Let's Talk - Podcast Listen and Discuss

Tue, Nov 17, 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 - Study of Texture Shawl (7-Day) - Intermediate Level

Wed, Nov 18, 10:00am - 11:30am

Keep warm and stylish with a textured shawl. Learn seven new stitch patterns as you crochet a shawl with shifting textures and a scalloped edge.

Wed, Nov 18, 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: Caregiver Connect - Stay and Play

Wed, Nov 18, 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.

Wed, Nov 18, 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: Lightroom Interface Demonstration

Wed, Nov 18, 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 Photo Instructors.

Online Class: Adobe Acrobat Level 1

Wed, Nov 18, 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, Nov 18, 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, Nov 18, 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: Medicare

Wed, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Don't be intimidated by Medicare. Have your questions answered by an experienced resource. Registration required.

Virtual Event: South Creek Social Crafters Meetup

Wed, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

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

Wed, Nov 18, 11:00am - 11:45am

Join us for a virtual meetup using Zoom and explore your creativity. Whatever your hobby, let’s get together and craft while meeting new people. Recommended for adults.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Smoke and Fire Text Effects

Wed, Nov 18, 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.

Online Class: Adobe Acrobat Level 2

Wed, Nov 18, 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: Using the Develop Module in Lightroom

Wed, Nov 18, 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 Photo Instructors.

Wed, Nov 18, 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

Online Class: Adobe Acrobat Level 3

Wed, Nov 18, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

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

Wed, Nov 18, 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.

Online Class: Adobe Acrobat Level 4

Wed, Nov 18, 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, Nov 18, 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: Mickey’s Birthday, Oh Boy!

Wed, Nov 18, 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, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

We've got ears, say cheers! Celebrate the birthday of everyone's favorite mouse, M-I-C-K-E-Y. Recommended for ages 3-5

Virtual Event: Exporting Images from Lightroom + Q&A

Wed, Nov 18, 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 Photo Instructors.

Virtual Event: Citizenship Inspired (4-Class Series)

Wed, Nov 18, 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, Nov 18, 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. 11/17 Class 1 11/18 Class 2 11/24 Class 3 11/25 Class 4

Clase en Línea: Costura: Bolsa para Regalos

Wed, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

¡Impresiona a esa persona especial en tu vida! Deles un regalo en una bolsa de regalo hecha por usted! Estas bolsas de regalo se pueden hacer para cualquier ocasión, son rápidas y fáciles de hacer.

Virtual Event: Create Your Own Clay

Wed, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Using household ingredients, make your own clay from scratch. Learn about Native American pottery as inspiration to create a work of art. Recommended for lower and upper elementary and tweens.

Online Class: SongMaker (7-9)

Wed, Nov 18, 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, Nov 18, 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! 

Virtual Event: Sunshine State Jr Book Club

Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Hear us read aloud one of the Sunshine State Jr (K-2) books, and then enjoy an activity! This month we're reading "Piranhas Don't Eat Bananas."

Virtual Event: Create a Third Person Video Game Boot Camp - (8 - DAY)

Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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

Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Learn how to create a third person video game from scratch using Unity.

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

Wed, Nov 18, 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, Nov 18, 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: Kindness Counts

Wed, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

What are you thankful for this year? Find out how random acts of kindness can make a difference as we show our appreciation and pay it forward. Recommended for tweens and teens.

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

Wed, Nov 18, 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.

Online Class: Let's Knit Flower Brooches - Confident Beginner Level

Wed, Nov 18, 5:45pm - 7:45pm

Learn how to make two different rose with leaf brooches. Pin to your hair or bag, or glue on a magnet for some interesting fridge decor!

Virtual Event: Art 101- Ink Wash Painting

Wed, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

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

Wed, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Learn about the East Asian brush painting style known as ink wash painting and try your hand at making your own piece of art. Registration Required. Recommended ages 15 & older.

Virtual Event: NAMI Ending the Silence for Families

Wed, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Learn about warning signs, facts and statistics, and how to talk with your children about mental health. Registration required.

Virtual Event: Genealogy Research Question Workshop

Wed, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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

Virtual Event: All Kinds of Bodies

Thu, Nov 19, 10:00am - 10:30am

People come in different shapes, colors, and sizes, and every body is unique. They change as we get older. Different bodies are good at different things. What can yours do? Recommended for families.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Layer Blending Modes

Thu, Nov 19, 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: Web Design - CSS Level 1

Thu, Nov 19, 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.

Virtual Event: Digital Painting Level 1

Thu, Nov 19, 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 Design Instructors.

Online Class: Hand Sewing - Sashiko Pattern of the Month

Thu, Nov 19, 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.

Thu, Nov 19, 10:15am - 11:30am

Sashiko hand sewing is a Japanese style hand sewing technique using the simple running stitch. Pre-Requisite: Hand Sewing: Basic Level 4 or basic hand sewing skills.

Thu, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:30am

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

Virtual Event: Play with Your Food

Thu, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:30am

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

Thu, Nov 19, 11:00am - 11:45am

Who says you can’t play with your food? Strengthen important early literacy skills through food-themed stories, activities and a craft. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Virtual Event: Cheap Plug-ins to Improve Your Mix

Thu, Nov 19, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Check out some budget friendly plugins that give you some bang for your buck. Improve your mix for less!! This class is taught by Melrose Center Audio Instructors.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Black and White Effects

Thu, Nov 19, 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: Digital Painting Level 2

Thu, Nov 19, 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.

Thu, Nov 19, 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 Design Instructors.

Online Class: Web Design - CSS Level 2

Thu, Nov 19, 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: Using City Directories in Genealogy Research

Thu, Nov 19, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Learn how historical city directories can supplement your family's genealogical research.

Virtual Event: Holiday Scams and Online Safety for Seniors - LIFE Information for Elders

Thu, Nov 19, 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, Nov 19, 12:10pm - 1:10pm

Learn how to identify online scams using the national Cybercrime Support Network to help keep you safe. Seminar is part of a monthly LIFE Information for Elders series. Registration required.

Virtual Event: Homeschool: Where Is?

Thu, Nov 19, 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.

Thu, Nov 19, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Join us on Zoom to discuss the Where Is? book series with fun activities and a craft.

Online Class: Web Design - CSS Level 3

Thu, Nov 19, 1:45pm - 3:15pm

Do you want to draw more attention to your site? A full-screen video background is a solution.

Online Class: Microsoft PowerPoint - Create Custom Templates

Thu, Nov 19, 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: Hand Sewing - Fall Project

Thu, Nov 19, 2:00pm - 3:15pm

This four-week series will introduce beginners to basic hand sewing techniques while creating a project. This is a 3 week series.

Virtual Event: Adobe After Effects Level 1

Thu, Nov 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Create a spectacular video animation using a few stills and Adobe After Effects. This class is taught by Melrose Center Video Instructors.

Virtual Event: Color Me Silly

Thu, Nov 19, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Are you drawn to certain colors? Find out everything you never knew about color and what your favorite color says about you. Exploring color with quizzes, activities and art.

Virtual Event: Gobble, Gobble, Wibble, Wobble

Thu, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Let the festivities begin! Join us as we gobble up stories and have fun with turkey activities and crafts. Recommended for preschoolers.

Virtual Event: Adobe After Effects Level 2

Thu, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

During this 4-class program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview.

Thu, Nov 19, 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 Video Instructors.

Virtual Event: Spanish from Zero - Intermediate with Brenda

Thu, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Intermediate Spanish- Come and learn grammar with Ms. Brenda.

Virtual Event: Mayor Buddy's Book Club

Thu, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Engage in a lively discussion and fun activities with Mayor Buddy's Book Club. Recommended for ages 8-12.Register

Online Class: GarageBand Basics

Thu, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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!

Thu, Nov 19, 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!

Virtual Event: All Aboard To Explore

Thu, Nov 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

All aboard for stories, science, and more as we sail off to explore literary adventures.

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

Thu, Nov 19, 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 - Got To Catch Them All

Thu, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Come be a Pokemon Master with Pokemon inspired games while learning how to craft your own Pokeball terrarium. Recommended for teens and adults. Registration Required.

Thu, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

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

Thu, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

Virtual Event: Hiawassee Book Club

Thu, Nov 19, 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, Nov 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Join the Hiawassee Book Club to discuss "The Lost Book of Adana Moreau" by Michael Zapata.

Online Class : Sewing : Patterns and Fabric - Beginner Level

Thu, Nov 19, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Join us for focused writing time and connect with other local writers via Zoom. NaNoWriMo is National Novel Writing Month (nanowrimo.org). All writers welcome.

Fri, Nov 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Reading the hieroglyphics on a sewing pattern can be quite intimidating. Learn to read a professional sewing pattern, how to layout fabric and prepare material for a project.

Virtual Event: Down on the Farm

Fri, Nov 20, 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, Nov 20, 10:00am - 10:45am

Explore the animals that live and crops that grow down on the farm with storytime and a craft. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Online Class: Search and Apply for Jobs

Fri, Nov 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Become familiar with popular job search websites and common questions asked on job applications. Learn how to use various internet resources to search and apply for jobs.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Layer Blending Modes

Fri, Nov 20, 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: Paper Possibilities Workshop - The Concertina Book

Fri, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

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

Fri, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:45am

Concertina books can be used to display art, stories, words of inspiration, and more.

Virtual Event: Fundamentals of Singing

Fri, Nov 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Learn the basics of singing through vocal exercises and familiar songs. Discover the foundation of good singing by working through such concepts as breath support, pitch matching, & diction.

Online Class: Resume Writing

Fri, Nov 20, 11:00am - 11:30am

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

Fri, Nov 20, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Bring your resume to the top of the pile. Learn how to plan, create, and format a professional-looking resume using built-in templates in Microsoft Word.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Black and White Effects

Fri, Nov 20, 11:15am - 12:15pm

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

Fri, Nov 20, 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, Nov 20, 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, Nov 20, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

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

Fri, Nov 20, 12:30pm - 1:45pm

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, Nov 20, 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

Fri, Nov 20, 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, Nov 20, 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: Adobe After Effects Level 3

Fri, Nov 20, 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, Nov 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Build stunning 2D and 3D video motion graphics with confidence. This class is taught by Melrose Center Video Instructors.

Online Class: Python Programming

Fri, Nov 20, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Create a program with Python, an easy to learn programming language. Assign variables, input data and develop calculations to make an interactive application.

Online Class: Let's Crochet Nine Pointed Star Blankets - Confident Beginner Level

Fri, Nov 20, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Learn to create a nine pointed star blanket. This repeating pattern is quick to learn and makes a fast-growing blanket. Work in the round, making increases and decreasing to create star points.

Virtual Event: Homeschool: Art Expressions

Fri, Nov 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Join us on Zoom and be creative as you learn various art techniques.

Virtual Event: Fundamentals of Sound for Audio Engineering

Fri, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Discuss how the physics of sound affects recordings. Learn key digital audio concepts, including sample rate, bit depth and file types. This class is taught by Melrose Center Audio Instructors.

Fri, Nov 20, 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!

Virtual Event: What's Your Story

Fri, Nov 20, 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.

Fri, Nov 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Why do you love your favorite story? Is it the character, the story-world, what happens? Let's take a look at what makes a story.

Virtual Event: Adobe After Effects Level 4

Fri, Nov 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Discover how to use the arcs principle to animate photographs, and how to use the moving camera tool to follow the action on the screen. This class is taught by Melrose Center Video Instructors.

Online Class: Let's Embroider a Thankful Hoop (3-Day) - Intermediate Level

Fri, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Create a fun embroidery project. Learn how to use a stem stitch, split stitch, and fishbone stitch while constructing a Thankful Hoop. This is a 3 part series.

Virtual Event: Thank You Cards That Pop! (Ages 7-9)

Fri, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Design your own pop up cards to say thank you! Discover the world of paper engineering while you cut, fold and decorate cool cards to express what makes you feel grateful.

Online Class: Animate Cars with Algodoo (Ages 10-12)

Fri, Nov 20, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

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: Citizenship Inspired

Sat, Nov 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm

During this 4-class program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview.

Online Class : Sewing : Hedgehog Plush - Intermediate Level

Sat, Nov 21, 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, Nov 21, 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.

Sat, Nov 21, 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, Nov 21, 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.

Sat, Nov 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Do you need feedback on your latest graphic design projects? Or assistance with assignments? Join this open session for 1 on 1 help with everything Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.

Virtual Event: Craft and Chat

Sat, Nov 21, 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

Sat, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:45am

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM . Enjoy a chat and meet new people while you work on your craft of choice or be inspired to learn a new one! For ages 18+.

Virtual Event: Stories & Stretches

Sat, Nov 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

Calling all little yogis and wiggleworms! Join us for a special movement storytime focusing on motor development that is filled with stories, songs and fun! Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Virtual Event: Mission to Mars (Ages 11-13) (3-Day)

Sat, Nov 21, 11:00am - 12:30pm

A mission to Mars from the comfort of your own home! This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

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

Sat, Nov 21, 11:00am - 11:45am

Complete challenges using code. Explore computer science with characters from Frozen, Minecraft and Star Wars in Hour of Code tutorials.

Sat, Nov 21, 11:45am - 1:15pm

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

Virtual Event: Melrose Game Jam Showcase

Sat, Nov 21, 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, Nov 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Check out presentations from each of the teams who participated in the Melrose Game Jam. then we'll open up the games for you to play & vote on in the next 24 hours to decide which was best!

Online Class: Create Effective Presentations (Ages 10-12)

Sat, Nov 21, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Create a dynamic slideshow presentation with animations and cool images for a school project using Microsoft PowerPoint.

Online Class: Build a Website (Ages 13-17)

Sat, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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.

Virtual Event: Watercolor "Workouts"

Sat, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Join me in this weekly challenge, and practice with me in how we create different small subjects.

Online Class: Design Minecraft Characters (Ages 10-12)

Sat, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

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

Virtual Event: Simple Grid Drawing - Pokemon; Mew and Togepi

Sat, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

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, Nov 21, 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: One Minute Film Festival

Sat, Nov 21, 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, Nov 21, 2:45pm - 4:45pm

Life Screenings takes a look at what happens when a film festival and library mash-up. The purpose is to create a library beyond a library and a film festival beyond a festival.

Virtual Event: Wishing for Winter

Sat, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Celebrate the upcoming season with cool activities. Recommended for upper and lower elementary school.

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

Sat, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Add new stitches to your crochet repertoire! Learn the the double and half double crochet stitches while you create a new project.

Sat, Nov 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

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

Sat, Nov 21, 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

Sun, Nov 22, 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, Nov 22, 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 Squares - Pebbles Square - Intermediate Level

Sun, Nov 22, 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, Nov 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Build your knitting skills block by block. Learn how to make a blanket from twelve unique squares. Create the pebbles square while mastering knitting in the horizontal bars between stitches.

Rescheduled

Online Class: Let's Knit Ornaments - Festive Trees - Beginner Level

Mon, Nov 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm

New date Monday, November 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Celebrate the holiday season with festive tree decorations. Knit a pine tree decorated with bells, buttons, ribbons and rick rack.

Online Class: Make Pop Up Cards (Ages 7-9)

Mon, Nov 23, 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, Nov 23, 10:00am - 10:45am

Design your own pop up cards. Discover the world of paper engineering while you cut, fold and decorate cool cards.

Virtual Event: Camera Level 1

Mon, Nov 23, 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, Nov 23, 10:00am - 11:00am

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

Virtual Event: Qigong Holiday Destress

Mon, Nov 23, 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, Nov 23, 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: Guitar Sing-A-Long

Mon, Nov 23, 10:30am - 11:00am

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

Virtual Event: Mastering Your Music Level 2 - Limiters and Dynamics

Mon, Nov 23, 11:00am - 12:30pm

A series dedicated to the art of audio mastering. Learn fundamental mastering concepts, terminology, and techniques with online instruction from our Melrose Center Audio Instructors.

Online Class: 3D Design Custom Cookie Cutters (Ages 10-12)

Mon, Nov 23, 11:00am - 11:45am

Use a simple online tool to design your own custom cookie cutter. Learn the basics of 3D design for printing.

Virtual Event: Cuisine Corner Junior - French Toast Muffins

Mon, Nov 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Make a delicious breakfast favorite into a mini bites. Slightly crispy on the top and warm and comforting inside, these fun muffins will leave you asking for more. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Mon, Nov 23, 11:15am - 12:15pm

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

Online Class: Loom Bracelets (Ages 7-9)

Mon, Nov 23, 11:45am - 1:15pm

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

Mon, Nov 23, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Create colorful bracelets with cardboard looms and yarn. Learn how to measure and make your bracelet using kumihimo weaving techniques.

Mon, Nov 23, 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: Project WILD - Good Buddies

Mon, Nov 23, 12:45pm - 1:45pm

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

Mon, Nov 23, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Grab your best bud and learn about how different animal species work with (and sometimes against) each other in an ecosystem!

Online Class: Google Earth (Ages 10-12)

Mon, Nov 23, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Fly around the globe and view famous world landmarks using Google Earth.

Mon, Nov 23, 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, Nov 23, 1:45pm - 3:15pm

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

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

Mon, Nov 23, 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, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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.

Mon, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

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.

Mon, Nov 23, 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, Nov 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Mon, Nov 23, 3:00pm - 4:45pm

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

Virtual Event: Electronic Engineering Using Snap Circuits

Mon, Nov 23, 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, Nov 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

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 Fab Lab Instructors.

Virtual Event: Macaroni Mania

Mon, Nov 23, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

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

Mon, Nov 23, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Join us on Zoom for a fun pasta craft. We will be making thankful turkeys with colorful pasta.

Virtual Event: That's Absurd! Trivia

Mon, Nov 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Put your trivia skills to the test and decide if these historical happenings are totally true or absolutely absurd! Recommended for ages 13-18.

Virtual Event: Spanish for Social Interactions

Mon, Nov 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: Zoom Family Game Night

Mon, Nov 23, 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, Nov 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Gather the family for some online fun! We'll be playing games that the whole family is sure to enjoy. Recommended for families.

Virtual Event: D&D with the Library

Mon, Nov 23, 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: Video - Wireless Microphone Techniques

Mon, Nov 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Learn the basics of a wireless microphone system to help you on your next production. This class is taught by Melrose Center Video Instructors.

Virtual Event: Mastering Twitter Book Pitch Contests

Mon, Nov 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Whether it’s #PitMad or #DVPit, Twitter pitch events can be intimidating! Brandon Goode will share his insight on how to craft the perfect pitch to get your manuscript noticed during these events.

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

Mon, Nov 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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

Tue, Nov 24, 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: Sleepy Bear

Tue, Nov 24, 10:00am - 10:30am

Let’s have a fun-filled time learning about bear and his hibernating friends. Interact and explore animal patterns as we snuggle into dreamland. Ages 2-4.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Layer Blending Modes

Tue, Nov 24, 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.

Tue, Nov 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

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

Tue, Nov 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

Reading Clearly Beginners explores English grammar and vocabulary for comprehension and vocabulary development.

Virtual Event: Fun with Food Storytime & Craft

Tue, Nov 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

Basic Spanish. Come and learn the basic sounds of Spanish.

Tue, Nov 24, 11:00am - 11:45am

Have fun with food stories and a food friendly craft. Recommended for toddlers. Ages 18-36 months.

Virtual Event: Microphone Theory Level 3

Tue, Nov 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Record in stereo sound. Discover how to set-up microphones for stereo recording techniques and explore the pros and cons of each technique. This class taught by Melrose Center Audio Instructors.

Virtual Event: Photo Composition

Tue, Nov 24, 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 Photo Instructors.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Black and White Effects

Tue, Nov 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.

Tue, Nov 24, 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.

Tue, Nov 24, 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.

Online Class: Sewing - Holiday Stocking Zipper Pouch (2 Day) - Intermediate Level

Tue, Nov 24, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

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.

Tue, Nov 24, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Make a wonderful zippered stocking perfect for gift card giving this holiday season.

Tue, Nov 24, 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 Military Records

Tue, Nov 24, 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, Nov 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Military records have been created throughout our history regardless of whether or not there was a war being waged. Learn how these records can help you to uncover information on your ancestors.

Tue, Nov 24, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

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

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Smoke and Fire Text Effects

Tue, Nov 24, 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, Nov 24, 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: Homeschool: Science Fun

Tue, Nov 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Explore new science topics with hands-on fun! Recommended for homeschoolers ages 6 - 17.

Virtual Event: Let's Do Cookies - Espresso Chocolate Chip Cookies

Tue, Nov 24, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Our four week series teaches beginners to apply the techniques behind the art of watercolours. This class is taught by Melrose Center Fab Lab Instructors.

Tue, Nov 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Join us, live on Zoom, as Library Staff cook a quick lunch for the family. We will be making the dough for Espresso Chocolate Chip Cookies.

Virtual Event: Citizenship Inspired (4-Class Series)

Tue, Nov 24, 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. 11/17 Class 1 11/18 Class 2 11/24 Class 3 11/25 Class 4

Virtual Event: Little Chef: Chocolate Apple Turkeys

Tue, Nov 24, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Create your very own turkey out of delicious treats! Learn about kitchen safety, spreading, smearing and presentation. Registration required. Recommended for preschoolers.

Online Class: Google Earth (Ages 7-9)

Tue, Nov 24, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Fly around the globe and view famous world landmarks using Google Earth.

Virtual Event: Afternoon Art

Tue, Nov 24, 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, Nov 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Let's go on an art adventure! Learn about a different artist and artistic style, and then create your own masterpiece.

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Tue, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

Tue, Nov 24, 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: Fundamentals of Screenwriting

Tue, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

If you are new to screenwriting or planning to write a script, this event is just for you! This class is taught by Melrose Center Video Instructors.

Virtual Event: Southwest Book Club

Tue, Nov 24, 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!

Virtual Event: TBA

Tue, Nov 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Seminole Indian history YouTube Live Facebook Live

Tue, Nov 24, 7:00pm - 8:45pm

Join Southwest Book Club to discuss The Yellow House by Sarah M. Broom. Author tells of her upbringing in a New Orleans shotgun house. National Book Award 2019 winner for nonfiction. Ages 18+

Online Class: Let's Crochet - Study of Texture Shawl (7-Day) - Intermediate Level

Wed, Nov 25, 10:00am - 11:30am

Keep warm and stylish with a textured shawl. Learn seven new stitch patterns as you crochet a shawl with shifting textures and a scalloped edge.

Clase en Línea: Microsoft Excel Nivel 1

Wed, Nov 25, 10:00am - 11:00am

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

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

Wed, Nov 25, 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.

Virtual Event: Caregiver Connect - Stay and Play

Wed, Nov 25, 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.

Wed, Nov 25, 10:00am - 11:00am

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

Wed, Nov 25, 10:00am - 11:00am

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

Wed, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

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

Online Class: Animate Shapes with PowerPoint (Ages 10-12)

Wed, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

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.

Wed, Nov 25, 11:00am - 11:45am

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: Homeschool Junior: - Hello Neighbor: Police Officer

Wed, Nov 25, 11:00am - 11:45am

Kick start your little one's education with Homeschool Junior! Join us for a storytime and activities all about basic concepts. Recommended for homeschoolers ages 3 - 5.

Virtual Event: Logic Pro X Fundamentals

Wed, Nov 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Harness the power of Logic Pro X to create music. Explore the interface and work with preferences and controls in this popular application. This class taught by Melrose Center Audio Instructors.

Clase en Línea: Microsoft Excel Nivel 2

Wed, Nov 25, 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.

Wed, Nov 25, 11:15am - 12:15pm

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

Virtual Event: Artsy Toddler

Wed, Nov 25, 11:30am - 12:30pm

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

Wed, Nov 25, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Paint, paste, glue, stamp and create! Young children will enjoy stories, songs and exploring age-appropriate art experiences. Recommended for toddlers.

Online Class: Animated Stories with PowerPoint (Ages 7-9)

Wed, Nov 25, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Let's Huff and Puff and make storytelling more exciting! Use PowerPoint to animate The Three Little Pigs as an interactive story.

Clase en Línea: Microsoft Excel Nivel 3

Wed, Nov 25, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

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

Wed, Nov 25, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

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

Online Class: Code with CodeCombat (Ages 13-17)

Wed, Nov 25, 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, Nov 25, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

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: Thankful Turkeys

Wed, Nov 25, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

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.

Wed, Nov 25, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

Join us on Zoom as we make a turkey craft for kids to celebrate Thanksgiving and express those things for which they are thankful.

Clase en Línea: Microsoft Excel Nivel 4

Wed, Nov 25, 1:45pm - 2:45pm

Personalice libro de trabajo con nombres de hojas, códigos de colores y más. Imprima sus datos y produzca informes y presentaciones profesionales.

Wed, Nov 25, 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.

Online Class: Animate Cars with Algodoo (Ages 10-12)

Wed, Nov 25, 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, Nov 25, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

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 - Super Science - Fluid Dynamics

Wed, Nov 25, 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: Portrait Composite using Adobe Photoshop

Wed, Nov 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn how to use Photoshop to combine photos to create composite photography portraits. This class is taught by Melrose Center Photo Instructors.

Virtual Event: Citizenship Inspired (4-Class Series)

Wed, Nov 25, 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, Nov 25, 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. 11/17 Class 1 11/18 Class 2 11/24 Class 3 11/25 Class 4

Virtual Event: Thankful for STEM

Wed, Nov 25, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Can you make a ship sail? Create this and other Thanksgiving themed STEM projects to celebrate the season. Recommended for lower and upper elementary and tweens.

Online Class: Roblox Game Design (Ages 13-17)

Wed, Nov 25, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

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: Have a Magical Day

Wed, Nov 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Who lives at 17 Cherry Tree Lane? Put your knowledge to the test with trivia, games, and quizzes about all things Disney! Recommended for tweens and teens.

Virtual Event: Family Fiber Arts Club

Wed, Nov 25, 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.