Virtual Event: How to Make Photo Books in Lightroom

Tue, Apr 16, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn about the Library and Melrose resources offered to those with creative needs, focusing on graphic design, web design, video editing, and more. Get personalized class recommendations.

Tue, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Online Technology Classroom 2

(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.

Online Class: Zettelkasten & Digital Note Taking

Tue, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual ESL Room 2

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where learn and practice grammar and a variety of writing styles.

Tue, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 2

Boost your productivity in the digital age with the note-taking method Zettelkasten along with other tips, tricks, and programs available.

Online: Adobe After Effects Level 3

Tue, Apr 16, 12:00pm - 1:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Raise your video production value with motion graphic elements. Animate lower-third titles by using After Effect's shape layers, solid layers, type tool and anchor point tool.

Genealogy Research Report Writing & Numbering

Tue, Apr 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Learn to craft precise genealogy reports and master numbering systems in this focused lecture, enhancing your family history documentation skills.

Virtual: Adult French - Beginner Level -- September 2023-2024

Tue, Apr 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

This 52-week series is specifically designed for students with no prior French exposure. It combines face-to-face class time with the flexibility of independent learning. Recommended for adults.

Google Earth (Ages 10-12)

Tue, Apr 16, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Virtual Room - Youth Services 2

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

Online: Adobe After Effects Level 4

Tue, Apr 16, 2:00pm - 3:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Take animation to the third dimension! Discover how to use 3D Layers, 3D cameras and Z-space to create the illusion of depth and motion with still photographs.

Tue, Apr 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired

During this 4-Session program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 4/16 Session 1, 4/17 Session 2, 4/23 Session 3, 4/24 Session 4

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Tue, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish A1-A2) Come and learn basic Spanish with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Room - Alafaya

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: Blender-Rigging Fundamentals

Tue, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Rig a Robotic and Organic Arm for animations and learn the most commonly used tools, techniques, and concepts related to Rigging in Blender.

Online Class: LEGO Digital Designs (Ages 7-9)

Tue, Apr 16, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Online Technology Classroom 2

Build your LEGO Designs on the computer with this easy to use free software. Create custom designs by snapping virtual bricks together. Print instructions or share your builds with friends online.

Online: Adobe Creative Consultant + Q&A

Tue, Apr 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, Apr 16, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Your one-stop shop for creative questions. Need help, feedback, or direction with a project? Need to review or expand on previous Adobe classes? We’re here to help.

Virtual Event: D&D Drop-in Adventures (Ages 18+)

Tue, Apr 16, 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 2

Welcome to the world of Dungeons and Dragons: where we host a series of one night adventures inside a "West Marches" style campaign. A perfect opportunity for beginners and veterans alike.

Registration is now closed

Clase en Línea: Microsoft Excel - Gráficos - Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Charts

Tue, Apr 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

Muestre sus datos en gráficos impresionantes. Inserte gráficos recomendados y personalizados. Edite datos, elementos y estilos de gráficos.

How to Begin and End Chapters Effectively

Tue, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, Apr 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

How do you start chapters? How do you end them? Author Shannon A. Thompson will discuss how you know those points are enough to keep the reader interested.

Crochet Everlasting Terrarium (4 Parts) - Intermediate

Wed, Apr 17, 10:00am - 11:30am

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Use a variety of crochet techniques to create a mason jar terrarium out of yarn! We will be discussing in the round techniques and pom pom making during this class!

Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 3

Wed, Apr 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual Room - Windermere

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

Wed, Apr 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual ESL Room 2

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will practice different writing styles.

Online: Adobe Photoshop - HDR Photography

Wed, Apr 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1

Come practice your English speaking skills during the English Conversation Hour. All proficiency levels are welcomed!

Wed, Apr 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

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

Adobe Photoshop: Skin Retouching

Wed, Apr 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

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: Video Coaching

Wed, Apr 17, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Wed, Apr 17, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

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

Wed, Apr 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired

During this 4-Session program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 4/16 Session 1, 4/17 Session 2, 4/23 Session 3, 4/24 Session 4

Online: Video Coaching

Wed, Apr 17, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

VIRTUAL: Magic Tree House Expeditions - Wild West

Wed, Apr 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Room - South Creek

¡Práctica tu español! Develop your Spanish language skills through conversation. Conversation topics and themed vocabulary will be provided. Recommended for adults.

Wed, Apr 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

Jack and Annie need your help with their latest voyage in the Magic Tree House. If you love their adventures, now is your chance to be part of their travels through time. Recommended for ages 6-8.

Online Class: Cybersecurity Basics - PLA DigitalLearn

Wed, Apr 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Cybersecurity is all about the safety of our information when we’re online. Build confidence as you visit websites, create passwords, and respond to email.

Cuisine Corner: One Pot Meal

Wed, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Yamira Lee Johnson, head chef and founder of Breaking Bread with Mira will show us how to make a tasty one pot meal. No need to wash multiple pots and pans when you can make a delicious meal in one.

Virtual: Adult French - Beginner Level -- September 2023-2024

Wed, Apr 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

This 52-week series is specifically designed for students with no prior French exposure. It combines face-to-face class time with the flexibility of independent learning. Recommended for adults.

This event is full

Family Tree Guide to DNA Testing Study Group

Wed, Apr 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Join us for our genetic genealogy study group. A copy of the book, The Family Tree Guide to DNA Testing and Genetic Genealogy by Blaine T. Bettinger is required to participate in this webinar series.

Author Talk with Xochitl Gonzalez - A Literary Examination of Power, Love, and Art

Wed, Apr 17, 8:00pm - 9:00pm

We cannot wait for you to join us as we chat with award-winning and bestselling author Xochitl Gonzalez about her newest novel Anita de Monte Laughs Last. Register

Cuéntame un Cuento - Fairy Tale Fun

Thu, Apr 18, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 2

Cuéntame un Cuento is an interactive bilingual storytime featuring books and songs in English and Spanish that are suitable for speakers of either language. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns (4-Part) - Forest Leaves-A Yarnfiti Project

Thu, Apr 18, 10:15am - 11:15am

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Learn to stitch using Sashiko hand sewing techniques. This Japanese hand sewing technique uses the simple running stitch to form geometric patterns.

This event is full

Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Pivot Tables

Thu, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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

Global Genealogy: Germany

Thu, Apr 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Explore resources, tips, and tricks for finding records in the home countries of your ancestors. This session focuses on Germany.

Online: Blender-Rigging a 3D Character with Rigify

Thu, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1

Come practice your English speaking skills during the English Conversation Hour. All proficiency levels are welcomed!

Thu, Apr 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Create an Animator Control System for a 3D Character using Blender's Rigify Addon and learn the common workflow and how to overcome setup pitfalls.

Online: Adobe Express Social Media Graphics & Stationery

Thu, Apr 18, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

No time to learn Photoshop? Use the free Express app to intuitively and quickly create all the graphics you need.

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

Thu, Apr 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Room - Youth Services 2

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.

Online Class: Loom Knitting Maxi Skirt (12-Part) - Intermediate Level

Thu, Apr 18, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

This skirt knit's up with any stitch, great for any level loom knitter. Come on, show me what you got. I can’t wait to sashay around in this lovely skirt. Students are required to provide materials.

Registration is now closed

Online: Adobe Express Social Media Videos and Reels

Thu, Apr 18, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

No time to learn Premiere? Use the free Express app to create cool video edits with fluid text and graphics animations.

Sketching 101

Fri, Apr 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Learn the basics of sketching through use of simple art techniques and observing the world around you. Materials: All you need is a #2 pencil, colored pencils, paper, and paper towel.

Cuentame un Cuento: Mariposas Maravillosas - Tell Me a Story Bilingual Stories and Fun

Fri, Apr 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Room - Chickasaw

Cuentame un Cuento is an interactive bilingual storytime featuring books and songs in English and Spanish that are suitable for speakers of either language. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Crochet a Bookmark Series (3 Parts) - Confident Beginner

Fri, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Celebrate the library with a series of quick, easy crochet bookmarks!

Online Class: Embroider a Yarnfiti Fairy House (2-Day) - Yarnfiti 2024: Enchanted Forest

Fri, Apr 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Make a felt fairy house for our Enchanted Forest! Once finished, you can submit your project for display in this year's Yarnfiti Community Project.

Online: Blender-Weight Painting Fundamentals

Fri, Apr 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Correct the deformation of a 3D Character's arm while learning the most commonly used tools, techniques, and concepts related to weight painting in Blender.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Charts

Fri, Apr 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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

Online Class: Design Minecraft Characters (Ages 10-12)

Fri, Apr 19, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Online Class: 3D Design with TinkerCad (10-12)

Fri, Apr 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Online Technology Classroom 2

Use TinkerCAD, a free online application, to design your own custom 3D objects. Learn the basics of 3D design using shapes, cutouts and colors.

Virtual: English Conversation Hour

Fri, Apr 19, 4:45pm - 5:45pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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

This event is full

Virtual: Basic English 1

Sat, Apr 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Washington Park

This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

This event is full

Online: Intro to Adobe Photoshop

Sun, Apr 21, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn what this industry-leading photo editing application is capable of.

Online: Photoshop Tips and Tricks

Sun, Apr 21, 1:45pm - 2:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn about time-saving features, getting the most out of your layers, and much more.

Online: Digital Painting 101

Sun, Apr 21, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn the basics of using a digital environment for drawing and painting using a pen tablet.

Let's Knit a Lace Sampler Scarf (4-Part) - Confident Beginner Level

Mon, Apr 22, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual ESL Room 2

Speaking Clearly Advanced is a course designed for students who want to improve their English speaking and presentation skills.

Mon, Apr 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Knit a beautiful lace sampler scarf. Learn how to read a lace chart, and how to execute the techniques to create a beautiful lace scarf.

Know Your Organizing Style

Mon, Apr 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Join Jane Cole, CPO, as she discusses the connection between your personality type and organizing style. Learn about the four styles of organizing and which may be best for you.

Mon, Apr 22, 11:00am - 11:30am

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Can you tell me how to get, how to get to Sesame Street? Let's make it a sunny day with a virtual storytime and craft celebrating our favorite friends. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Mon, Apr 22, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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.

Canceled

Mon, Apr 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 3

Mon, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Mon, Apr 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Online Technology Classroom 2

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

Virtual: Basic English 1

Mon, Apr 22, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

This class is designed for students with a beginners level knowledge of English.

Online: Intro to Adobe Illustrator

Mon, Apr 22, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Put on your pajamas and enjoy an interactive virtual storytime with book, songs, games, and a craft. Recommended for ages 3 - 5.

Tue, Apr 23, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn what this powerful vector application is capable of.

Online Class: QuickBooks Pro Level 1

Tue, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Online Technology Classroom 2

(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, Apr 23, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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

Online Class: Vector Design with Affinity Designer - Adobe Alternatives

Tue, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual ESL Room 2

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where learn and practice grammar and a variety of writing styles.

Tue, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 2

Tired of paying subscription fees? This alternative series showcases similar software that doesn't require a subscription. Affinity Publisher 2 can replace Adobe InDesign for a fraction of the cost.

Online Class: Page Design and Layout with Affinity Designer - Adobe Alternatives

Tue, Apr 23, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 2

Tired of paying subscription fees? This alternative series showcases similar software that doesn't require a subscription. Affinity Designer can replace Illustrator for a fraction of the cost.

Hard to Find Ancestors

Tue, Apr 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Embark on an exciting journey with us as we unveil hidden strategies for uncovering your ancestors' stories, even in the absence of extensive records.

Virtual: Adult French - Beginner Level -- September 2023-2024

Tue, Apr 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

This 52-week series is specifically designed for students with no prior French exposure. It combines face-to-face class time with the flexibility of independent learning. Recommended for adults.

Rescheduled

Online: Fundamentals of Sound for Audio Engineering

Tue, Apr 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

New date Tuesday, April 23, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Explore the fundamentals of sound theory. Discuss how the physics of sound affects recordings. Learn key digital audio concepts, including sample rate, bit depth and file types. (tic101)

Online Class: Design with Canva - Free Design Tool: Flyers, Social Media, Presentations & more

Tue, Apr 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired

During this 4-Session program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 4/16 Session 1, 4/17 Session 2, 4/23 Session 3, 4/24 Session 4

Tue, Apr 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Online Technology Classroom 2

Bring your design ideas to life with Canva, a free graphic design application. Save time by building on thousands of professional templates to create logos, flyers, social media content and more.

Online Class: Customize a Web Page with CSS (Ages 10-12)

Tue, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish A1-A2) Come and learn basic Spanish with Ms. Brenda.

Canceled

Tue, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Tue, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Room - Alafaya

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: Blender-Weight Painting with Rigify

Tue, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Correct the deformation of a Rigify rigged 3D Character and learn techniques that can optimize your weight painting workflow.

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

Tue, Apr 23, 4:15pm - 5:15pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Online: Fundamentals of Sound for Audio Engineering

Tue, Apr 23, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 3

Explore the fundamentals of sound theory. Discuss how the physics of sound affects recordings. Learn key digital audio concepts, including sample rate, bit depth and file types. (tic101)

Online: Intro to Adobe InDesign

Tue, Apr 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, Apr 23, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn what this publishing and layout application is capable of.

Virtual Event: D&D Drop-in Adventures (Ages 18+)

Tue, Apr 23, 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 2

Welcome to the world of Dungeons and Dragons: where we host a series of one night adventures inside a "West Marches" style campaign. A perfect opportunity for beginners and veterans alike.

This event is full

Clase en Línea: Microsoft Excel - Tablas Dinámicas

Tue, Apr 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Online Technology Classroom 2

¿Analizar datos le es una tarea díficil? Simplifique el proceso y cree informes significativos utilizando las potentes herramientas de tabla dinámica.

More Than a Place: Making Setting a Character in Your Story

Tue, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, Apr 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Places can have as much personality as people. New York Times bestselling author Ginny Myers Sain will discuss how to develop the character of your setting to deepen your fiction.

Southwest Book Club - The Rabbit Hutch

Tue, Apr 23, 7:00pm - 8:45pm

Virtual Room - Southwest

Join the Southwest Book Club to discuss The Rabbit Hutch by Tess Gunty. A story of loneliness and community, entrapment and freedom. 2022 National Book Award Winner. Registration req. 18+

Crochet Everlasting Terrarium (4 Parts) - Intermediate

Wed, Apr 24, 10:00am - 11:30am

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Use a variety of crochet techniques to create a mason jar terrarium out of yarn! We will be discussing in the round techniques and pom pom making during this class!

Online Class: QuickBooks Pro Level 2

Wed, Apr 24, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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

Online Class: WordPress Level 1

Wed, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual ESL Room 2

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will practice different writing styles.

Wed, Apr 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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

Online Class: WordPress Level 2

Wed, Apr 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1

Come practice your English speaking skills during the English Conversation Hour. All proficiency levels are welcomed!

Wed, Apr 24, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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.

Online: Flash Photography

Wed, Apr 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn how different types of photography flashes work and how to use them to achieve professional results.

Online: Photography Lenses Explained

Wed, Apr 24, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

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, Apr 24, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn about lens type characteristics, distortions, aberrations and how to fix them. We’ll also explore the relationship between lens focal length and sensor sizes.

Wed, Apr 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired

During this 4-Session program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 4/16 Session 1, 4/17 Session 2, 4/23 Session 3, 4/24 Session 4

Online: Blender-Animation Fundamentals

Wed, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Room - South Creek

¡Práctica tu español! Develop your Spanish language skills through conversation. Conversation topics and themed vocabulary will be provided. Recommended for adults.

Wed, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Animate 3D text on the screen and learn the most commonly used tools, concepts, and techniques involved with animating in Blender.

Online: Audio Studio Orientation

Wed, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 3

Take the first step towards audio recording. Tour the Audio Studio and explore the training options available. Learn the studio workflow, procedures and best practices. (tic101)

Virtual: Adult French - Beginner Level -- September 2023-2024

Wed, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

This 52-week series is specifically designed for students with no prior French exposure. It combines face-to-face class time with the flexibility of independent learning. Recommended for adults.

This event is full

Genealogy Research Question Workshop

Wed, Apr 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

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

AuthorFest: Not Your Mother’s Love Stories

Wed, Apr 24, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Join authors TJ Alexander, Kaliane Bradley, & Jackie Lau in conversation with Christina Hobbs and Lauren Billings, the duo behind the romance power-house Christina Lauren.

Cuéntame un Cuento - A Trip to the Jungle

Thu, Apr 25, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 2

Cuéntame un Cuento is an interactive bilingual storytime featuring books and songs in English and Spanish that are suitable for speakers of either language. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Online: Generative AI with Adobe Firefly

Thu, Apr 25, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn about Adobe’s Powerful AI engine and how it integrates into their apps.

Community Event: Oakland Farmer's Market - Bookbike at Oakland's Farmer's Market

Thu, Apr 25, 10:00am - 2:00pm

The Bookbike will be at Oakland's Farmer's Market with a special library of Earth Day themed books available for check out! Location: 126 West Petris Avenue, Oakland, FL, 34760.

Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns (4-Part) - Forest Leaves-A Yarnfiti Project

Thu, Apr 25, 10:15am - 11:15am

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Learn to stitch using Sashiko hand sewing techniques. This Japanese hand sewing technique uses the simple running stitch to form geometric patterns.

This event is full

Meeting with USCIS Representative

Thu, Apr 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual Room - Hiawassee

Citizenship meeting

Online: Logo Design and Development using Adobe Illustrator

Thu, Apr 25, 10:45am - 11:30am

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn best practices for logo design by making a simple but effective logo in Illustrator.

Online Class: WordPress Level 3

Thu, Apr 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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

Connecting with DNA Cousins

Thu, Apr 25, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

If you have received your autosomal DNA test results and are wondering what to do next then this program is exactly what you need. Explore the best way to working with your DNA matches.

Online: Adobe Premiere Level 3

Thu, Apr 25, 12:00pm - 1:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Add excitement and life to your movie! Use effects to transform a single angle video into a visually engaging multi-angle piece.

Online Class: WordPress Level 4

Thu, Apr 25, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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

Understanding the Nutrition Label

Thu, Apr 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Join KeyVion Miller, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, as she discusses how to read the Nutrition Facts label. Learn helpful tips on how to make healthier food choices when you are grocery shopping.

Online: Adobe Premiere Level 4

Thu, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1

Come practice your English speaking skills during the English Conversation Hour. All proficiency levels are welcomed!

Thu, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 3:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Transform the look of your videos using color correction techniques in Adobe Premiere. Learn the importance of color correction in filmmaking and video production.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Online: Pro Tools Level 1

Thu, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 3

Take your first step into Pro Tools. Explore the environment of the most popular professional audio program and understand workflows that the pros use. (tic101)

Online: Blender-The 12 Principles of Animation in 3D

Thu, Apr 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Animate a bouncy ball and learn how to apply the 12 principles of animation to enhance the 3D animation in Blender.

Online Class: Cybersecurity Basics - PLA DigitalLearn

Thu, Apr 25, 4:15pm - 5:15pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

Cybersecurity is all about the safety of our information when we’re online. Build confidence as you visit websites, create passwords, and respond to email.

Rescheduled

Online Class: Loom Knitting Maxi Skirt (12-Part) - Intermediate Level

Thu, Apr 25, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

New date Thursday, May 09, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Virtual: Winter Garden Book Club

Thu, Apr 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1

Please join us for a lively discussion of Dolly Parton and James Patterson's book, Run Rose Run.

Online Class: QuickBooks Pro Level 3

Fri, Apr 26, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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

Online Class: Crochet Along Skirt (12 Parts) - Advanced

Fri, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Join us once a month in 2024 to crochet a stunning lacework skirt that can double as a dress and a wrap!

Online Class: Embroider a Monthly Sampler (Series) - Beginner Level (Cumulative)

Fri, Apr 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Follow along all year as we create a monthly sampler for 2024. Each month we'll add a new stitch and flower to make a beautiful bouquet!

Online: Blender-Animating a Walk Cycle with Rigify

Fri, Apr 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Animate the walk cycle of a 3D character while learning the proper workflow for animating with the Rigify Addon in Blender.

Online Class: Google Earth (Ages 7-9)

Fri, Apr 26, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Virtual: English Conversation Hour

Fri, Apr 26, 4:45pm - 5:45pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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

This event is full

An Author Panel On Writing Authentic Dialogue

Sat, Apr 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

A panel of five authors will discuss how to make your dialogue effective, realistic, and lively. Featuring authors Elle Ire, MB Austin, Meredith Doench, Virginia Black, and Riley Scott.

Virtual: Basic English 1

Sat, Apr 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Washington Park

This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

This event is full

Online: Adobe Creative Consultant + Q&A

Sun, Apr 28, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Your one-stop shop for creative questions. Need help, feedback, or direction with a project? Need to review or expand on previous Adobe classes? We’re here to help.

Knit Hedgehogs (4-Part) - Confident Beginner Level - A Yarnfiti Project

Mon, Apr 29, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual ESL Room 2

Speaking Clearly Advanced is a course designed for students who want to improve their English speaking and presentation skills.

Mon, Apr 29, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Learn and advance your skills while knitting an adorable hedgehog. Skills we will learn include working on double pointed needles, make 1 increases, and working in the round.

Mon, Apr 29, 11:00am - 11:30am

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Can you tell me how to get, how to get to Sesame Street? Let's make it a sunny day with a virtual storytime and craft celebrating our favorite friends. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Mon, Apr 29, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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.

Canceled

Mon, Apr 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Mon, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 4

Mon, Apr 29, 5:15pm - 5:45pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn about the Library and Melrose resources offered to those with creative needs, focusing on graphic design, web design, video editing, and more. Get personalized class recommendations.

Mon, Apr 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Online Technology Classroom 2

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: Adobe Creative Consultant + Q&A

Mon, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Your one-stop shop for creative questions. Need help, feedback, or direction with a project? Need to review or expand on previous Adobe classes? We’re here to help.

Cuisine Corner: Sri Lankan Seeni Sambol and Kiribath

Mon, Apr 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Join culinary expert, Dianne Morin, as she teaches how to make a delicious Sri Lankan Seeni sambol (spicy onion sambol) and Kiribath (Sri Lankan milk rice).

Mon, Apr 29, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Put on your pajamas and enjoy an interactive virtual storytime with book, songs, games, and a craft. Recommended for ages 3 - 5.

Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 4

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

Online Technology Classroom 2

(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.

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

Virtual Room - Windermere

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.

Online Class: Image Editing with Affinity Photo - Adobe Alternatives

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

Virtual ESL Room 2

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where learn and practice grammar and a variety of writing styles.

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

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 2

Tired of paying subscription fees? This alternative series showcases similar software that doesn't require a subscription. Affinity Photo can replace Photoshop for a fraction of the cost.

Online Class: RawTherapee Image Processing copy - Adobe Alternatives

Tue, Apr 30, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 2

RawTherapee is a free, open-source, cross-platform raw image processing program for digital photographers. Join us to learn some tips and tricks on how you can get started using it today.

Genealogy Research Project Start-to-Finish

Tue, Apr 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Get your genealogy research on track. Learn how to organize information at the beginning of your genealogy research project in order to help you develop and implement an effective research plan.

Virtual: Adult French - Beginner Level -- September 2023-2024

Tue, Apr 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

This 52-week series is specifically designed for students with no prior French exposure. It combines face-to-face class time with the flexibility of independent learning. Recommended for adults.

Online Class: Design Minecraft Characters (Ages 10-12)

Tue, Apr 30, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Virtual Room - Youth Services 2

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

Online: Pro Tools Level 2

Tue, Apr 30, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 3

Learn essential techniques to transform your recorded tracks into polished tracks ready for mixing. Dive into Pro Tools discover how to clean up your sessions and consolidate tracks.

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Tue, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish A1-A2) Come and learn basic Spanish with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Room - Alafaya

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.

Tue, Apr 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.

Online: Digital Painting 101

Tue, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.

Wed, May 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn the basics of using a digital environment for drawing and painting using a pen tablet.

Crochet a Jumper (5 Parts) - Intermediate

Wed, May 01, 10:00am - 11:30am

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Crochet a quick and easy jumper with us! If you've never crocheted your own clothes before, this is the perfect project to start. We will be learning garment construction techniques during class.

Online Class: QuickBooks Pro Level 1

Wed, May 01, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Wed, May 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual ESL Room 2

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will practice grammar and writing styles.

Wed, May 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1

Come practice your English speaking skills during the English Conversation Hour. All proficiency levels are welcomed!

Author Talk with Douglas Brunt - Genius, Power, and Deception on the Eve of World War 1

Wed, May 01, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

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, May 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

We chat with New York Times bestselling author, Douglas Brunt, about the bestselling non-fiction work The Mysterious Case of Rudolph Diesel: Genius, Power, and Deception on the Eve of World War I. Register

Online: Unity Fundamentals

Wed, May 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Room - South Creek

¡Práctica tu español! Develop your Spanish language skills through conversation. Conversation topics and themed vocabulary will be provided. Recommended for adults.

Wed, May 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Create a development environment and learn the Unity interface, how to manipulate and edit game objects, and the basic workflow of creating video games with Unity.

Online: Intro to Adobe Bridge

Wed, May 01, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn how this file management app can speed up your workflow.

Virtual: Adult French - Beginner Level -- September 2023-2024

Wed, May 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

This 52-week series is specifically designed for students with no prior French exposure. It combines face-to-face class time with the flexibility of independent learning. Recommended for adults.

DNA for Native American Genealogy Study Group

Wed, May 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Join us for our DNA for Native American Genealogy Study Group.

Cuentame un Cuento - Beach Day

Thu, May 02, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 2

Cuentame un Cuento is an interactive bilingual storytime featuring books and songs in English and Spanish that are suitable for speakers of either language. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns (4-Part) - Daisies-A Yarnfiti Project

Thu, May 02, 10:15am - 11:15am

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Learn to stitch using Sashiko hand sewing techniques. This Japanese hand sewing technique uses the simple running stitch to form geometric patterns.

Searching on Ancestry.com

Thu, May 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Learn how to make the most out of your searches on Ancestry Library Edition and Ancestry.com.

Online: Audio Studio Orientation

Thu, May 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 3

Take the first step towards audio recording. Tour the Audio Studio and explore the training options available. Learn the studio workflow, procedures and best practices. (tic101)

Online: Unity-Importing Assets

Thu, May 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1

Come practice your English speaking skills during the English Conversation Hour. All proficiency levels are welcomed!

Thu, May 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Learn how to import assets into a Unity project from the Unity Assets store, third-party assets stores, and developer-made custom assets.

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

Thu, May 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Room - Youth Services 2

Write real code. Explore the JavaScript programming language with characters from Star Wars.

Online Class: Loom Knitting Maxi Skirt (12-Part) - Intermediate Level

Thu, May 02, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Registration is now closed

Online Class: QuickBooks Pro Level 2

Fri, May 03, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Online Class: QuickBooks Pro Level 3

Fri, May 03, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Crochet Toe Up Socks (4 Parts) - Advanced

Fri, May 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Wanting to make socks but unsure where to start? Join us as we learn techniques to crochet socks from the toe up! This is an advanced class, and will require a firm foundation of crochet skills.

Online: Unity-Programming Basics

Fri, May 03, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Learn to code a custom behavior in Unity with C-Sharp. During this class we will declare, initialize, and execute custom variables and functions to make a game object move and change colors.

Online Class: Embroider a Baby Dragon - Yarnfiti2024: Enchanted Forest

Fri, May 03, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Make a felt baby dragon for our Enchanted Forest! Once finished, you can submit your project for display in this year's Yarnfiti Community Project.

Sat, May 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Washington Park

This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Sunday Morning Genealogy

Sun, May 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

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.

Online: Adobe Express Social Media Graphics & Stationery

Sun, May 05, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn about the Library and Melrose resources offered to those with creative needs, focusing on graphic design, web design, video editing, and more. Get personalized class recommendations.

Sun, May 05, 1:45pm - 2:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

No time to learn Photoshop? Use the free Express app to intuitively and quickly create all the graphics you need.

Online: Adobe Express Social Media Videos and Reels

Sun, May 05, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

1.1. No time to learn Premiere? Use the free Express app to create cool video edits with fluid text and graphics animations.

All-Levels Yoga

Mon, May 06, 8:00am - 9:00am

Virtual Room - EPD

Get moving with this energizing and relaxing yoga sequence for all-levels. Tap into the strength, balance, flexibility and relaxation that your body can provide you.

Let's Knit a Lace Sampler Scarf (4-Part) - Confident Beginner Level

Mon, May 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual ESL Room 2

Speaking Clearly Advanced is a course designed for students who want to improve their English speaking and presentation skills.

Mon, May 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Knit a beautiful lace sampler scarf. Learn how to read a lace chart, and how to execute the techniques to create a beautiful lace scarf.

Online Class: Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1

Mon, May 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Mon, May 06, 11:00am - 11:30am

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Can you tell me how to get, how to get to Sesame Street? Let's make it a sunny day with a virtual storytime and craft celebrating our favorite friends. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Mon, May 06, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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.

Canceled

Mon, May 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Online: Create Photorealistic 3D Images with Adobe Stager

Mon, May 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Mon, May 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Create photorealistic product mockups of branded merchandise using this intuitive 3D application.

Mon, May 06, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Mon, May 06, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Put on your pajamas and enjoy an interactive virtual storytime with book, songs, games, and a craft. Recommended for ages 3 - 5.

Online Class: Microsoft PowerPoint Level 2

Tue, May 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Online Technology Classroom 2

(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, May 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Entrepreneur Toolkit (4 Part Series)

Tue, May 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual ESL Room 2

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will focus on developing grammar, vocabulary, and writing styles.

Tue, May 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual Room - Learning Central

Discover reliable and authoritative business databases and learn how to use them to build your business.

Exploring FamilySearch.org

Tue, May 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

FamilySearch is a tremendous and free source for family history research. Learn how to navigate this website and how to make the most of the information that it contains.

Virtual: Adult French - Beginner Level -- September 2023-2024

Tue, May 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

This 52-week series is specifically designed for students with no prior French exposure. It combines face-to-face class time with the flexibility of independent learning. Recommended for adults.

Tue, May 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired

During this 4-Session program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 5/7 Session 1, 5/8 Session 2, 5/14 Session 3, 5/15 Session 4

High School Advisory Board Meeting - Teen Volunteering

Tue, May 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish A1-A2) Come and learn basic Spanish with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, May 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Youth Services 1

Earn community service by collaborating with your peers to test out new teen programs, brainstorm new teen services, and more! Recommended for students in grades 9-12.

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Tue, May 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Room - Alafaya

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: Unity - Programming Player Movement

Tue, May 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Program the player game object to move, rotate, and jump, while learning the basics of programming custom behaviors for your game objects with C Sharp (C#) in Unity.

Virtual Event: D&D Drop-in Adventures (Ages 18+)

Tue, May 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, May 07, 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 2

Welcome to the world of Dungeons and Dragons: where we host a series of one night adventures inside a "West Marches" style campaign. A perfect opportunity for beginners and veterans alike.

This event is full

Virtual: Basic Spanish - With Ms. Wilnelia

Tue, May 07, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, May 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Room - North Orange

Basic Spanish. Come and learn basic Spanish vocabulary.

Break Up Your Novel into Attainable Goals

Tue, May 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Author Shannon A. Thompson will discuss an approach to novel writing by breaking the process up into parts. Then, set realistic goals so you can stay on track to finish your book.

Crochet a Jumper (5 Parts) - Intermediate

Wed, May 08, 10:00am - 11:30am

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Crochet a quick and easy jumper with us! If you've never crocheted your own clothes before, this is the perfect project to start. We will be learning garment construction techniques during class.

Online Class: Microsoft PowerPoint Level 3

Wed, May 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Online Technology Classroom 1

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.

Beginner’s Chinese Calligraphy

Wed, May 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Join artist Jojo Liu as she teaches the art of traditional Chinese calligraphy in honor of Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

Wed, May 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1

Come practice your English speaking skills during the English Conversation Hour. All proficiency levels are welcomed!

Wed, May 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

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, May 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired

During this 4-Session program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 5/7 Session 1, 5/8 Session 2, 5/14 Session 3, 5/15 Session 4

Middle School Advisory Board Meeting - Teen Volunteering

Wed, May 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Room - South Creek

¡Práctica tu español! Develop your Spanish language skills through conversation. Conversation topics and themed vocabulary will be provided. Recommended for adults.

Wed, May 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Youth Services 1

Earn community service by collaborating with your peers to test out new tween and teen programs, brainstorm new teen services, and more! Recommended for students in grades 6-8.

Online: Unity - Programming Input Actions

Wed, May 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Program Actions to collect values from input devices and trigger the Player game object's behaviors with an Input Action Asset in Unity.

Online: Intro to Adobe Photoshop

Wed, May 08, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn what this industry-leading photo editing application is capable of.

Online: Photoshop Tips and Tricks

Wed, May 08, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn about time-saving features, getting the most out of your layers, and much more.

Online: Melrose Meetups - Audio - AI Tools for Audio Production

Wed, May 08, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 3

Explore the fundamentals of sound theory. Discuss how the physics of sound affects recordings. Learn key digital audio concepts, including sample rate, bit depth and file types. (tic101)

Virtual: Adult French - Beginner Level -- September 2023-2024

Wed, May 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

This 52-week series is specifically designed for students with no prior French exposure. It combines face-to-face class time with the flexibility of independent learning. Recommended for adults.

DNA for Native American Genealogy Study Group

Wed, May 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Join us for our DNA for Native American Genealogy Study Group.

Author Talk with Nina Simon - A Murder Mystery, Family Story & Love Letter to Strong Women

Wed, May 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Nothing brings a family together like a murder next door. Join Nina Simon online as she chats about her lighthearted whodunnit about a grandmother-mother-daughter trio of amateur sleuths.Register

Cuentame un Cuento - Mother's Day

Thu, May 09, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 2

Cuentame un Cuento is an interactive bilingual storytime featuring books and songs in English and Spanish that are suitable for speakers of either language. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns (4-Part) - Daisies-A Yarnfiti Project

Thu, May 09, 10:15am - 11:15am

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Learn to stitch using Sashiko hand sewing techniques. This Japanese hand sewing technique uses the simple running stitch to form geometric patterns.

Genealogy in the States: South Carolina

Thu, May 09, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Explore the rich research resources and collections that are held in a variety of archives and repositories in South Carolina. Discover what records are available and how to use them.

Online: Unity - Controlling Animations

Thu, May 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1

Come practice your English speaking skills during the English Conversation Hour. All proficiency levels are welcomed!

Thu, May 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Animate the Player game object and learn how to use Unity's Animation System.

Online Class: Loom Knitting Maxi Skirt (12-Part) - Intermediate Level

Thu, May 09, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Registration is now closed

Yoga for Anxiety

Thu, May 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

This all-levels yoga class focuses combining movement, meditationn and breathing, to help you reduce anxiety, stress & depression. Presented by certified Yoga Instructor Dana Brady.

Semamori Paper Stitched Patterns - Dinosaur

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

Virtual Room - Southwest

Semamori are traditional Japanese auspicious patterns. Learn about the meaning and history of the featured Semamori pattern. Pierce and stitch the pattern on paper.

Crochet Toe Up Socks (4 Parts) - Advanced

Fri, May 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Wanting to make socks but unsure where to start? Join us as we learn techniques to crochet socks from the toe up! This is an advanced class, and will require a firm foundation of crochet skills.

Online: Unity - Creating an Environment

Fri, May 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Learn to use Unity's Terrain and Lighting Tools while creating a virtual environment for your game.

Virtual: Little Readers

Sat, May 11, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual Room - Windermere

Start your child's reading journey with engaging activities focused on phonics and sight words. Emergent readers should be able to recognize all alphabetical letters. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Online: Generative AI with Adobe Firefly

Sat, May 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Washington Park

This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Sun, May 12, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn about Adobe’s Powerful AI engine and how it integrates into their apps.

Online Class: 3D Design with TinkerCad (10-12)

Sun, May 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Virtual Room - Youth Services 2

Use TinkerCAD, a free online application, to design your own custom 3D objects. Learn the basics of 3D design using shapes, cutouts and colors.

Online: Intro to Adobe Illustrator

Sun, May 12, 1:45pm - 2:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn what this powerful vector application is capable of.

Online: Logo Design and Development using Adobe Illustrator

Sun, May 12, 2:30pm - 3:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn best practices for logo design by making a simple but effective logo in Illustrator.

Chair Yoga

Mon, May 13, 8:00am - 9:00am

Virtual Room - EPD

Get moving with this energizing and relaxing Chair Yoga sequence for all-levels. Tap into the strength, balance, flexibility and relaxation that your body can provide you. Requires use of a chair.

Knit Hedgehogs (4-Part) - Confident Beginner Level - A Yarnfiti Project

Mon, May 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual ESL Room 2

Speaking Clearly Advanced is a course designed for students who want to improve their English speaking and presentation skills.

Mon, May 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Learn and advance your skills while knitting an adorable hedgehog. Skills we will learn include working on double pointed needles, make 1 increases, and working in the round.

Mon, May 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Can you tell me how to get, how to get to Sesame Street? Let's make it a sunny day with a virtual storytime and craft celebrating our favorite friends. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Mon, May 13, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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.

Canceled

Mon, May 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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

Online: Create Photorealistic 3D Images with Adobe Stager

Mon, May 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Mon, May 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Create photorealistic product mockups of branded merchandise using this intuitive 3D application.

Mon, May 13, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Virtual Event: Southeast Book Club - Our Missing Hearts

Mon, May 13, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Put on your pajamas and enjoy an interactive virtual storytime with book, songs, games, and a craft. Recommended for ages 3 - 5.

Mon, May 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

Join us to discuss Our Missing Hearts by Celeste Ng.

Tue, May 14, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn about the Library and Melrose resources offered to those with creative needs, focusing on graphic design, web design, video editing, and more. Get personalized class recommendations.

Tue, May 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Online Technology Classroom 2

(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.

Entrepreneur Toolkit (4 Part Series)

Tue, May 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual ESL Room 2

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will focus on developing grammar, vocabulary, and writing styles.

Tue, May 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual Room - Learning Central

Discover reliable and authoritative business databases and learn how to use them to build your business.

Building Your Family Tree on Ancestry.com

Tue, May 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Discover all of the tools and resources Ancestry.com has to help you build your family tree online.

Virtual: Adult French - Beginner Level -- September 2023-2024

Tue, May 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

This 52-week series is specifically designed for students with no prior French exposure. It combines face-to-face class time with the flexibility of independent learning. Recommended for adults.

Online Class: Code with CodeCombat (Ages 13-17)

Tue, May 14, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Virtual Room - Youth Services 2

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.

Tue, May 14, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired

During this 4-Session program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 5/7 Session 1, 5/8 Session 2, 5/14 Session 3, 5/15 Session 4

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Tue, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish A1-A2) Come and learn basic Spanish with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Room - Alafaya

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: Unity - UI Basics

Tue, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Learn how to use Unity's UI tools and game objects to create a User Interface for your game.

Online Class: Code with the Foos (Ages 7-9)

Tue, May 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Room - Youth Services 2

Solve problems for our heroes with code! Join the Foos on an adventure to walk, jump and build your way to the finish.

Ask a Lawyer - Presented by The Orange County Bar Association

Tue, May 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, May 14, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

The Orange County Bar Association will host an open forum for individuals to speak with a panel of attorneys to get guidance on social security.

Virtual: Basic Spanish - With Ms. Wilnelia

Tue, May 14, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Room - North Orange

Basic Spanish. Come and learn basic Spanish vocabulary.

Crochet a Jumper (5 Parts) - Intermediate

Wed, May 15, 10:00am - 11:30am

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Crochet a quick and easy jumper with us! If you've never crocheted your own clothes before, this is the perfect project to start. We will be learning garment construction techniques during class.

Online Class: Design with Canva - Free Design Tool: Flyers, Social Media, Presentations & more

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

Virtual ESL Room 2

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will practice grammar and writing styles.

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

Online Technology Classroom 1

Bring your design ideas to life with Canva, a free graphic design application. Save time by building on thousands of professional templates to create logos, flyers, social media content and more.

Wed, May 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1

Come practice your English speaking skills during the English Conversation Hour. All proficiency levels are welcomed!

Wed, May 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

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, May 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired

During this 4-Session program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 5/7 Session 1, 5/8 Session 2, 5/14 Session 3, 5/15 Session 4

Online: Unity - Triggering Events

Wed, May 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Room - South Creek

¡Práctica tu español! Develop your Spanish language skills through conversation. Conversation topics and themed vocabulary will be provided. Recommended for adults.

Wed, May 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Learn how to set up colliders as triggers and create interactions among objects in your game.

Cuisine Corner: Papas Rellenas

Wed, May 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Yamira Lee Johnson, head chef and founder of Breaking Bread with Mira, will show us how to make Papas Rellenas. These savory croquettes can be your main dish or served as an appetizer.

Virtual: Adult French - Beginner Level -- September 2023-2024

Wed, May 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

This 52-week series is specifically designed for students with no prior French exposure. It combines face-to-face class time with the flexibility of independent learning. Recommended for adults.

AI and Genealogy

Wed, May 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Join us for a three-week adventure as we explore the foundational role of AI in the world of genealogy.

Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns (4-Part) - Daisies-A Yarnfiti Project

Thu, May 16, 10:15am - 11:15am

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Learn to stitch using Sashiko hand sewing techniques. This Japanese hand sewing technique uses the simple running stitch to form geometric patterns.