Name: Virtual Event: DPLA and Genealogy
Start: 2022-07-21T12:00:00-04:00
End: 2022-07-21T13:00:00-04:00
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Virtual Event: DPLA and Genealogy

2022-07-21 12:00:00 2022-07-21 13:00:00 America/New_York Virtual Event: DPLA and Genealogy Discover the Digital Public Library of America and learn how you can use this amazing resource to enhance your genealogical research Online

Thursday, July 21
12:00pm - 1:00pm

Add to Calendar 2022-07-21 12:00:00 2022-07-21 13:00:00 America/New_York Virtual Event: DPLA and Genealogy Discover the Digital Public Library of America and learn how you can use this amazing resource to enhance your genealogical research Online

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Virtual Room - West Oaks

Discover the Digital Public Library of America and learn how you can use this amazing resource to enhance your genealogical research

This event occurs online through Zoom. Please provide your email at registration to participate. A device with access to the internet and speakers or headsets are required. An email will be sent before the event with more information on how to join.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History - Culture - Genealogy |

TAGS: | westoaks | genealogy | bb-genealogy |

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Virtual: Intermediate Spanish

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Virtual Room - West Oaks

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VIRTUAL: Craft and Chat

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Virtual: Down in Australia

Wed, Aug 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

Virtual Room - Washington Park

Through stories and songs that promote early literacy, preschoolers will learn about various wildlife that live in Australia. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Virtual: Conversation Hour

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

Virtual ESL Room 2

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Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup

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

Virtual Room - West Oaks

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: Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)

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

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Online Class: Animate Shapes with PowerPoint (Ages 10-12)

Wed, Aug 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

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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: Mayor Buddy's Book Club

Wed, Aug 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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Virtual: Cuisine Corner Junior- Snacks 2 Go!

Wed, Aug 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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Learn how to mix up a delicious snacks for those summer road trips and long days by the water. Recommended for upper elementary, tweens and teens.

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Virtual: Práctica Spanish Conversation

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

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

Online Class: Florida Road Trip Mystery Knit Along (18-Part) - Confident Intermediate Level

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Virtual: Cuisine Corner- Back to School Lunch Meal Prep

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Virtual: Adobe Premiere Level 3

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Online Class: WordPress Level 4

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Virtual Event: Mastering Genealogical Documentation

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Virtual Room - West Oaks

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Virtual: English from Zero

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Virtual ESL Room 2

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Registration is now closed

Virtual Event: Wednesday Night Quiz Off! - Trivia Night

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Virtual: Adobe Premiere Level 4

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Virtual: Author Talk: Kate Clifford Larson - LOC National Book Festival

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Online Class: Web Design - CSS Level 2

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Online Class: Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns - Lattice

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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.

Virtual: English from Zero

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Virtual ESL Room 2

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Virtual: Little Chef- Monster Cookie Bites

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Virtual Event: Exploring DNA Websites

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Virtual: Reading Clearly Intermediate

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Online Class: Sewing - Needle Book - Beginner Level

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Virtual Event: Citizenship Inspired (4 Week Class)

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Online Fiber Arts Classroom

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Registration is now closed

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Virtual ESL Room 2

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

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Online Technology Classroom 1

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Virtual ESL Room 2

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Knit nature on a hexagon canvas. Use duplicate stitch and Intarsia to "paint" the beauty of nature.

Registration is now closed

Virtual: Sesame Street Storytime

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Virtual: Designing with the Adobe Mobile Suite

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Canceled

Virtual: Speaking Clearly Intermediate

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Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 1

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Virtual: Adobe Design Coach

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Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 3

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Online Technology Classroom 1

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Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 2

Mon, Aug 22, 1:15pm - 2:15pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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

Canceled

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Mon, Aug 22, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

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Virtual: English from Zero

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

Virtual ESL Room 2

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Virtual: Conversation Hour

Mon, Aug 22, 4:15pm - 5:15pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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!

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

Mon, Aug 22, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

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Virtual: Adobe After Effects Level 3

Mon, Aug 22, 6:00pm - 7:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Build stunning 2D and 3D video motion graphics with confidence.

Virtual: Cuisine Corner: Italian Dishes

Mon, Aug 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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Virtual: Pajama Party

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

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Put on your pajamas and join us virtually for stories, songs, and a craft. Recommended for ages 3 - 5.

Virtual: Adobe After Effects Level 4

Mon, Aug 22, 7:30pm - 8:45pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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Virtual: Author Talk with Michele Harper

Mon, Aug 22, 9:00pm - 10:00pm

https://libraryc.org/ocls/18553

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Tue, Aug 23, 10:00am - 10:45am

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

Virtual Room - Washington Park

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Virtual: English from Zero

Tue, Aug 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

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Virtual: Spanish from Zero - Intermediate with Brenda

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

Virtual Room - Southeast

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Tue, Aug 23, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Online Technology Classroom 2

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Tue, Aug 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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Virtual: Video Coaching

Tue, Aug 23, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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Virtual ESL Room 2

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Join Southwest Book Club to discuss Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law. America's funniest science writer, Mary Roach investigates the unpredictable world where wildlife and humans meet. 18+

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Online Class: QuickBooks Pro Level 1

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Virtual: Intermediate Spanish

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Intermediate Spanish is designed to introduce learners to Spanish grammar by focusing on the parts of speech, verb conjugations, sentence structure, and vocabulary building.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop Level 3

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Virtual Room - Windermere

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

VIRTUAL: Craft and Chat

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

Virtual Room - Southwest

Work on your art or craft projects while connecting with other crafters and artists. All levels of art or crafting experience are welcome. Registration required. For adult audiences. 18+

Virtual: Enormous Elephants

Wed, Aug 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Virtual Room - Washington Park

Preschoolers will learn about elephants and where they live through stories and songs that support early literacy. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Virtual: 3D Design with Adobe Dimension – Level 2

Wed, Aug 24, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Create a final product render by arranging scene elements and manipulating the camera and lighting.

Virtual: Conversation Hour

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

Virtual ESL Room 2

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!

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop Level 4

Wed, Aug 24, 12:15pm - 1:45pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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

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

Virtual Room - West Oaks

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: Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)

Wed, Aug 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. 8/16 Session 1, 8/17 Session 2, 8/23 Session 3, 8/24 Session 4

Virtual: Middle School Advisory Board Meeting

Wed, Aug 24, 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.

Virtual: Práctica Spanish Conversation

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

Virtual Room - South Creek

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

Online Class: Google Earth (Ages 10-12)

Wed, Aug 24, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Online Technology Classroom 2

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

Virtual: Adobe Premiere Level 2

Wed, Aug 24, 4:00pm - 5:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Discover a fast way to assemble a video edit by cutting to music. This class explores the creative aspect of motion picture editing by importing audio & photographs, setting sequence markers, & more!

Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Data Management

Wed, Aug 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Learn how to use advanced sort and filter options; apply data validation and other data tools to organize your data.

Online Class: Florida Road Trip Mystery Knit Along (18-Part) - Confident Intermediate Level

Wed, Aug 24, 5:45pm - 7:45pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Join us for a Florida-themed mystery knit along. Make a shawl with bi-weekly clues. The class series runs weekly from 05/18 to 09/28.

Virtual: Flash Photography

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

Virtual Room - Main (TEC)

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

Virtual: Streaming Live Video with OBS

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

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Stream live video on YouTube or Facebook with Open Broadcaster Software (OBS). Learn how to capture or record live streaming video & share with your audience or save for later viewing. (Melrose)

Virtual Event: Case Study - A Father for Walter

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

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Learn how to use Y-DNA to help determine a father-son relationship from the late 1700s.

Virtual: English from Zero

Wed, Aug 24, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Online Class: Podcasting Level 2

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

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Explore the basics of audio production for podcasting, including microphone setup, recording your voice, and editing your music and voice together to create a professional sounding product.

Virtual: Photography Lenses Explained

Wed, Aug 24, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Virtual Room - Main (TEC)

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.

Virtual: Video Editing with HitFilm Express

Wed, Aug 24, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Explore HitFilm Express, a free video editing software with professional-grade video effects. Learn the basic tools and how to edit videos. (This event is presented by Melrose Instructors of OCLS)

Virtual: Adobe Premiere Level 1

Thu, Aug 25, 10:00am - 11:15am

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Start creating top-notch digital video productions. This is an introduction to the basics of editing video footage.

Online Class: Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns - Lattice

Thu, Aug 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.

Virtual: English from Zero

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

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Virtual: First

Thu, Aug 25, 11:00am - 11:45am

Virtual Room - Winter Garden

Doing new things for the first time can be scary. Listen to stories about first experiences to help your child gain confidence as they start school or try new things. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Virtual Event: Global Genealogy - France

Thu, Aug 25, 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 France.

Virtual: Author Talk with Liz Wiseman - Impact Players

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

https://libraryc.org/ocls

Join us as we sit down in conversation with Liz Wiseman, New York Times Best Selling author, researcher, and executive adviser to talk about her latest book, Impact Players. Register

Virtual: Adobe Premiere Level 2

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

Virtual Room - Main (TEC)

Discover a fast way to assemble a video edit by cutting to music. This class explores the creative aspect of motion picture editing by importing audio & photographs, setting sequence markers, & more!

Canceled

Virtual: Reading Clearly Intermediate

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

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

Virtual: Create an FPS Microgame (3 Part Class)

Thu, Aug 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn Unity while modding an FPS microgame.

Virtual: Conversation Hour

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

Virtual ESL Room 2

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: Adobe Premiere Level 3

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

Virtual Room - Main (TEC)

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

Virtual Event: Citizenship Inspired (4 Week Class)

Thu, Aug 25, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired

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

Virtual: Cuisine Corner Junior: Snacks 2 Go!

Thu, Aug 25, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden

Learn how to mix up a delicious, portable snack, perfect for back to school! Recommended for families with children ages 6-8.

Virtual: Passport to Sri Lanka

Thu, Aug 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Hiawassee

Learn about the lives of kids around the world through hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Virtual: Adobe Premiere Level 4

Thu, Aug 25, 4:00pm - 5:15pm

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.

Virtual: Tween Book Club - Scouts

Thu, Aug 25, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Virtual Room - South Trail

Engage in a dynamic discussion and a themed activity based on "Scouts" by Shannon Greenland. Recommended for ages 9-12. Registration required.

Online Class: Animate Cars with Algodoo (Ages 10-12)

Thu, Aug 25, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Online Technology Classroom 2

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.

Online Class: Let's Loom Knit Windsor Ties (2-Part) - Confident Beginner Level

Thu, Aug 25, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Add pop to any outfit with a loom knit tie. Learn how to alternate knit and purl stitches, along with decrease stitches to create a classic accessory.

Registration is now closed

Virtual: English from Zero

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

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Online Class: Let's Crochet Granny Squares - Confident Beginner Level

Thu, Aug 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Crochet a classic granny square. Granny squares are the foundation of many blankets, bags and sweaters. Learn how to crochet in circles and then use increase stitches to make a square.

Virtual Event: Winter Garden Book Club

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

Virtual Room - Winter Garden

Join us as we discuss The Nickel Boys: a novel by Colson Whitehead. Copies will be available at the Winter Garden front service desk.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop Level 3

Fri, Aug 26, 10:00am - 11:30am

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Canceled

Virtual: English from Zero

Fri, Aug 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

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

Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 1

Fri, Aug 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual Room - Windermere

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

Virtual: I Can Count

Fri, Aug 26, 11:00am - 11:45am

Virtual Room - Chickasaw

Help your child explore their world with stories and activities that encourage mathematical thinking. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 2

Fri, Aug 26, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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

Canceled

Virtual: Speaking Clearly Intermediate

Fri, Aug 26, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

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

Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 4

Fri, Aug 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

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: Let's Crochet BOTM Butterfly Granny Square - Intermediate

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

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Create our August Block of the Month using a beautiful butterfly motif. We will be learning this motif during class.

Online Class: Design with Canva - Free Online Graphic Design Platform

Fri, Aug 26, 2:15pm - 3:15pm

Virtual Room - South Trail

Get creative with Canva's amazing graphic design platform to build social media graphics, video content, and so much more. Join us for a showcase of this freemium platform

Online Class: Let's Embroider and Catch Up!

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

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Are your embroidery projects piling up? Bring a work-in-progress and catch up while you "catch up" with other embroidery artists. All levels are welcome.

Online Class: Learn a Language (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Aug 27, 10:00am - 10:45am

Online Technology Classroom 1

Make friends around the globe by learning a new language. Use immersive online library resources to learn a new language today.

Virtual: English from Zero

Sat, Aug 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Online Class: Google Earth (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Aug 27, 11:15am - 12:00pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Virtual: Conversation Hour

Sat, Aug 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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: Short Genre Fiction

Sun, Aug 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Learn the fundamentals of planning, writing, revising, and submitting short fiction -- focusing on science fiction, fantasy, and horror -- from Nebula Award winning author Premee Mohamed.

Virtual: Adobe InDesign 101

Sun, Aug 28, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn the basics of this powerful application and how to integrate it into your workflow alongside Photoshop and Illustrator.

Virtual: Designing with the Adobe Mobile Suite

Sun, Aug 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn how to use the free Adobe CC Express on your mobile device to effortlessly create graphics for flyers to social media posts. Additional apps will be showcased, including Adobe Capture and more!

Online Class: Let's Knit Nature (4-Part) - Confident Beginner

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

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Knit nature on a hexagon canvas. Use duplicate stitch and Intarsia to "paint" the beauty of nature.

Registration is now closed

Virtual Event: Little Chef: Healthy After School Snacks

Mon, Aug 29, 10:30am - 11:15am

Virtual Room - Windermere

Learn some easy, delicious, and healthy recipes, perfect for an afterschool snack or anytime. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Virtual: 3D Printer Orientation

Mon, Aug 29, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Bring your 3D Design to reality with a 3D Printer at the Fab Lab. Learn how to use the slicing software, proper settings on the printer and gain access to our 3D printers in the Fab Lab.

Virtual: Sesame Street Storytime

Mon, Aug 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 storytime and craft celebrating our favorite friends. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Canceled

Virtual: Speaking Clearly Intermediate

Mon, Aug 29, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

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

Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 4

Mon, Aug 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

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.

Canceled

Virtual: Writing Clearly Intermediate

Mon, Aug 29, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

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

Virtual: 3D Design in Blender

Mon, Aug 29, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Learn to use a professional and always free design software, Blender, to create 3D models. This class is taught by Melrose Center Fab Lab Instructors.

Virtual: English from Zero

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

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Virtual: Conversation Hour

Mon, Aug 29, 4:15pm - 5:15pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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: Pajama Party

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

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Put on your pajamas and join us virtually for stories, songs, and a craft. Recommended for ages 3 - 5.

Virtual: Cuéntame un Cuento - A Trip to the Market

Tue, Aug 30, 10:00am - 10:45am

Virtual Room - Youth Services 1

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

Virtual: Adobe After Effects Level 1

Tue, Aug 30, 10:00am - 11:15am

Virtual Room - Main (TEC)

Create a spectacular celestial video animation using a few stills and Adobe After Effects. Learn how to import footage, set up a composition, and animate layers using keyframes.

Virtual: F is for Florida

Tue, Aug 30, 11:00am - 11:45am

Virtual Room - Southeast

Celebrate the ABCs and 1-2-3s with crafts, stories and Florida fun! Recommended for ages 3-5.

Rescheduled

Virtual: Cuéntame un Cuento - A Trip to the Market

Tue, Aug 30, 11:00am - 11:45am

New date Tuesday, August 30, 10:00am - 10:45am

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

Virtual: Mobile App Development Basics

Tue, Aug 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn how to set up a mobile app development environment, test and debug a mobile app during development, and how to publish an app through a popular app store.

Virtual: Adobe After Effects Level 2

Tue, Aug 30, 12:00pm - 1:15pm

Virtual Room - Main (TEC)

Explore 3D video in Adobe After Effects! Animate layers and extrude type in 3d space to create an otherworldly cinematic animation!

Virtual Event: Connecting With Cousins

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

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Explore the best way to begin analyzing and working with your DNA matches.

Virtual: Homeschool: French

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

Virtual Room - Windermere

Develop your French skills with us! In this French class you will learn basic vocabulary, numbers, colors and much more. Recommended for ages 6-17.

Virtual: Adobe InDesign 101

Tue, Aug 30, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn the basics of this powerful application and how to integrate it into your workflow alongside Photoshop and Illustrator.

Virtual: English from Zero

Tue, Aug 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

VIRTUAL: Book Adventure: Big Nate

Tue, Aug 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

You have read the book. Now, live the adventure! Trivia, games, activities, and crafts: experience the book in its storyworld dimension. Recommended for ages 9-12.

Virtual: Pirates! All Aboard to Space

Tue, Aug 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Room - Fairview Shores

Blast off into SPACE with our quirky pirate crew! We’ll explore the final frontier, gravity-defying science and dance our way through the solar system! Recommended for kids of all ages.

Virtual: Designing with the Adobe Mobile Suite

Tue, Aug 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn how to use the free Adobe CC Express on your mobile device to effortlessly create graphics for flyers to social media posts. Additional apps will be showcased, including Adobe Capture and more!

Virtual: Spanish from Zero - Intermediate with Brenda

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

Virtual Room - Southeast

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

Virtual Event: D&D Drop-in Adventures

Tue, Aug 30, 5:30pm - 9:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden

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.

Virtual Event: Basic Spanish - with Ms. Wilnelia

Tue, Aug 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Room - North Orange

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

Virtual: Conversation Hour

Tue, Aug 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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!

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Smoke and Fire Text Effects

Tue, Aug 30, 6:15pm - 7:15pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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: Introduction to Infrared Photography

Tue, Aug 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Create impressive pictures using digital infrared techniques. Learn the basics of creating this unique effect by capturing the invisible infrared light with your digital camera.

Online Class: Let's Crochet ABC Pillow! (4-Days) - Intermediate Level

Wed, Aug 31, 10:00am - 11:30am

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

We're heading back to school and learning our ABC's. Let's make a pillow with the letter of your choosing.

Virtual: Intermediate Spanish

Wed, Aug 31, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Intermediate Spanish is designed to introduce learners to Spanish grammar by focusing on the parts of speech, verb conjugations, sentence structure, and vocabulary building.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 3

Wed, Aug 31, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual Room - Windermere

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

VIRTUAL: Craft and Chat

Wed, Aug 31, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Virtual Room - Southwest

Work on your art or craft projects while connecting with other crafters and artists. All levels of art or crafting experience are welcome. Registration required. For adult audiences. 18+

Virtual: Dear Dragonfly

Wed, Aug 31, 11:00am - 11:30am

Virtual Room - Washington Park

Preschoolers will discover the amazing world of dragonflies through stories and rhymes that promote early literacy practices. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 4

Wed, Aug 31, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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: Conversation Hour

Wed, Aug 31, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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: Knit and Crochet Meetup

Wed, Aug 31, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

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.

Clase en Línea: Microsoft Excel Nivel 3

Wed, Aug 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Clase en Línea: Microsoft Excel Nivel 4

Wed, Aug 31, 3:15pm - 4:15pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

Personalice libro de trabajo con nombres de hojas, códigos de colores y más. Imprima sus datos y produzca informes y presentaciones profesionales.

Virtual: Práctica Spanish Conversation

Wed, Aug 31, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Room - South Creek

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

Online Class: Florida Road Trip Mystery Knit Along (18-Part) - Confident Intermediate Level

Wed, Aug 31, 5:45pm - 7:45pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Join us for a Florida-themed mystery knit along. Make a shawl with bi-weekly clues. The class series runs weekly from 05/18 to 09/28.

Virtual: Adobe Photoshop - HDR Photography

Wed, Aug 31, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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.

Virtual Event: Genealogy in the States: Virginia

Wed, Aug 31, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

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

Virtual: English from Zero

Wed, Aug 31, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Virtual Event: Wednesday Night Quiz Off! - Trivia Night

Wed, Aug 31, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Quiz Off is a live trivia gameshow where you play against your friends and community to see who knows the most (or is best at guessing)! Topics range from history, music, current events, and more!

Virtual: Adobe Photoshop - Skin Retouching

Wed, Aug 31, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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.

Online Class: Web Design - CSS Level 4

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

Online Technology Classroom 1

Do you want to engage your audience? Learn how to create dynamic CSS animations for your web site.

Online Class: Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns

Thu, Sep 01, 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.

Virtual: Little Chef- Peanut Butter Banana Quesadillas

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

Virtual Room - South Creek

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month with a sweet spin on a classic Mexican dish. Your child will explore kitchen safety and enhance their cooking skills. Recommended for preschoolers ages 3-5.

Virtual Event: Ancestors' Stories in Newspapers

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

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Join us as we explore how you can use newspapers to expand your family history research and learn more about your ancestors.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Pivot Tables

Thu, Sep 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Virtual Event: Conversation Hour

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

Virtual ESL Room 2

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: Citizenship Inspired (4 Week Class)

Thu, Sep 01, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired

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

Online: Algodoo Sandbox (Ages 7-9)

Thu, Sep 01, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Online Technology Classroom 2

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 Loom Knit Catch Up and Show Off - Beginner Level

Thu, Sep 01, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

It's time to catch up on all of our loom knitting projects and to show off our finished work. Drop into work on your projects, ask questions or just hang out.

Online Class: Let's Crochet Amigurumi Oranges - Confident Beginner Level

Thu, Sep 01, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Crochet cute amigurumi stuffed toys. Learn the basics of amigurumi, including crocheting 3D shapes in the round and embroidering facial features.

Virtual: Conversation Hour

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

Virtual ESL Room 2

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: Exploring Romance Writing Categories and Tropes

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

Virtual Room - EPD

Author and professor Tamra Artelia Martin will introduce romance writing genres and story tropes. Learn about popular romantic storylines and tropes romance authors use to captivate readers.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop Level 4

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

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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

Online Class: Let's Crochet Lemon Peel Stitch Block - Confident Beginner

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

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Create a block using the lemon peel stitch. This block is also part of our Block of the Month series.

Online Class: Let's Embroider Autumn Flowers (3-Day) - Confident Beginner Level

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

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Get cozy with this fall themed project. Learn some new stitches and practice your technique while crafting an autumn flower wreath design.

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

Fri, Sep 02, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Online Technology Classroom 2

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

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

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

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Online Class: Learn a Language (Ages 7-9)

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

Online Technology Classroom 1

Make friends around the globe by learning a new language. Use immersive online library resources to learn a new language today.

Virtual: Adobe After Effects - Introduction to Motion Tracking VFX

Sat, Sep 03, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Room - South Trail

Learn what motion tracking is and the options available to track all sorts of motion while filming. Attendees will also discover how to add composite elements into a scene.

Rescheduled

Virtual: English from Zero

Mon, Sep 05, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

New date Wednesday, September 07, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

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

Virtual: Cuéntame un Cuento - A Day on the Farm

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

Virtual Room - South Trail

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

Online Class: QuickBooks Pro Level 1

Tue, Sep 06, 10:00am - 11:30am

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Virtual: Adobe Illustrator Level 1

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

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Virtual: Fall Festival

Tue, Sep 06, 11:00am - 11:45am

Virtual Room - Southeast

Celebrate fall with stories, games and activities featuring apples, pumpkins and autumn leaves. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Virtual: Adobe Illustrator Level 2

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

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Virtual Event: Finding Your Roots Series

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

Virtual Room - West Oaks

This series will cover the nine core elements that you need to build a strong foundation for your genealogical research. Each week will focus on a different record group.

Clase en Línea: Microsoft Excel Nivel 1

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

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Virtual: Homeschool: French

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

Virtual Room - Windermere

Develop your French skills with us! In this French class you will learn basic vocabulary, numbers, colors and much more. Recommended for ages 6-17.

Virtual: Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)

Tue, Sep 06, 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. 9/6 Session 1, 9/7 Session 2, 9/13 Session 3, 9/14 Session 4

Clase en Línea: Microsoft Excel Nivel 2

Tue, Sep 06, 3:15pm - 4:15pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

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.

Virtual: English from Zero

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

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Tue, Sep 06, 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.

Virtual: Spanish from Zero - Basics with Ms. Brenda

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

Virtual Room - Southeast

Basic Spanish- Come and learn basic Spanish conversations, beginner Spanish grammar, vocabulary and more.

Virtual: Video Coaching

Tue, Sep 06, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Virtual Room - Main (TEC)

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: Video Coaching

Tue, Sep 06, 4:45pm - 5:15pm

Virtual Room - Main (TEC)

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: Spanish from Zero - Intermediate with Brenda

Tue, Sep 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

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

Online Class: Build LEGO Video Games (Ages 10-12)

Tue, Sep 06, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Online Technology Classroom 2

Create real LEGO video games. Use Unity's LEGO Microgame builder to make characters, design landscapes, and add obstacles to your own game.

Virtual Event: Basic Spanish - with Ms. Wilnelia

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

Virtual Room - North Orange

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

Virtual: Conversation Hour

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

Virtual ESL Room 2

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: Southwest Film Club - Obit.

Tue, Sep 06, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual Room - Southwest

The Southwest Film Club discusses the themes and importance of a movie each month. All films available for free with library card on Kanopy.

Online Class: Let's Crochet Amigurumi Animal Friend - Intermediate Level

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

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Celebrate the fall with your own Amigurumi Animal Friend. We'll create the basic shape as a class then discuss different methods to personalize your work.

Online Class: QuickBooks Pro Level 2

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

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Virtual: Intermediate Spanish

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

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Intermediate Spanish is designed to introduce learners to Spanish grammar by focusing on the parts of speech, verb conjugations, sentence structure, and vocabulary building.

Rescheduled

VIRTUAL: Craft and Chat

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

New date Wednesday, September 07, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Work on your art or craft projects while connecting with other crafters and artists. All levels of art or crafting experience are welcome. Registration required. For adult audiences. 18+

Virtual: Merry Mice

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

Virtual Room - Washington Park

In this storytime that promotes early literacy, we will learn about mice with fun activities just for preschoolers. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Virtual Event: Conversation Hour

Wed, Sep 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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!

Online Class: QuickBooks Pro Level 3

Wed, Sep 07, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Virtual: Homeschool: Spanish

Wed, Sep 07, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

Develop your Spanish skills with us! In this Spanish class you will learn basic, vocabulary, numbers, colors and much more.

VIRTUAL: Craft and Chat

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

Virtual Room - Southwest

Work on your art or craft projects while connecting with other crafters and artists. All levels of art or crafting experience are welcome. Registration required. For adult audiences. 18+

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Nery - and Raegan

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

Virtual Room - West Oaks

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.

Clase en Línea: Microsoft Excel Nivel 3

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

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Virtual: Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)

Wed, Sep 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. 9/6 Session 1, 9/7 Session 2, 9/13 Session 3, 9/14 Session 4

Clase en Línea: Microsoft Excel Nivel 4

Wed, Sep 07, 3:15pm - 4:15pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

Personalice libro de trabajo con nombres de hojas, códigos de colores y más. Imprima sus datos y produzca informes y presentaciones profesionales.

Virtual: Afternoon Crafts - Pinecone Flower

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

Virtual Room - South Trail

Use pinecones to create a beautiful piece of floral art.

Virtual: Middle School Advisory Board Meeting - Hybrid Vision Board Workshop with Sumer Strawbree

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

Virtual Room - Youth Services 1

Author and illustrator Sumer Strawbree is leading board members in a hands-on, vision board workshop at this month's hybrid meeting. Recommended for students in grades 6-8.

Virtual: Práctica Spanish Conversation

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

Virtual Room - South Creek

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

Virtual Event: Genealogy in the States: Georgia

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

Virtual Room - West Oaks

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

Rescheduled

Virtual: English from Zero

Wed, Sep 07, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

New date Monday, September 05, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

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

Virtual: English from Zero

Wed, Sep 07, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Online Class: Podcasting Level 1

Wed, Sep 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Learn how to start your own Podcast! Discover what equipment, resources, and software are available to you, the technical requirements, and how to make your podcast available everywhere.

Virtual: Adobe Illustrator Level 3

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

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Online Class: Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns

Thu, Sep 08, 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.

Virtual: Celebrate with Dora and Friends

Thu, Sep 08, 11:00am - 11:45am

Virtual Room - Winter Garden

Grab your backpacks and let's go, vámanos! Join in on the adventure to create crafts and hear stories inspired by Dora the Explorer and her amigos. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Virtual: Adobe Illustrator Level 4

Thu, Sep 08, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Virtual Event: Conducting Family History Interviews

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

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Oral history is an important part of genealogical research. Learn how to get the most information from the family members you interview.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 1

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

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

In-Person: Sewing - Easy Placemats - Beginner Level

Thu, Sep 08, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Get ready for your next dinner party with your very own Placemat and Matching Napkins! We will be using straight stitching and turning out techniques.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 2

Thu, Sep 08, 1:15pm - 2:15pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Virtual: Author Talk with Dr. Michele Borba - Raising Thrivers

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

https://libraryc.org/ocls/18557

Join us in conversation with bestselling author and expert in child development, Dr. Michele Borba, as she discusses her book, Thrivers: Surprising Reasons Why Some Kids Struggle and Others Thrive.Register

Virtual Event: Conversation Hour

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

Virtual ESL Room 2

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: Citizenship Inspired (4 Week Class)

Thu, Sep 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired

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

Virtual: Passport to Argentina

Thu, Sep 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Hiawassee

Learn about the lives of kids around the world through hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Online Class: Let's Loom Knit Pet Beds (3-Part) - Confident Beginner Level

Thu, Sep 08, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Knit up a small cozy pet bed to show your pet how much they are loved, although, it could also serve as a yarn bowl.

Virtual: Melrose Meetups - Orlando Melrose Makers - Foamsmithing Props and Armor

Thu, Sep 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Create props and armor made out of crafting foam! In this virtual meetup you will discover the tools and materials needed to start your foamsmithing journey in different budget ranges.

Virtual: Conversation Hour

Thu, Sep 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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: Meditation and Yoga - Part 3

Thu, Sep 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Virtual: Alafaya Book Club

Thu, Sep 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - Alafaya

The Alafaya Book Club's September selection is "The Red Garden" by Alice Hoffman.

Virtual: Semamori Paper Stitched Patterns - Chidori

Fri, Sep 09, 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.

Virtual: Creatures of the Night

Fri, Sep 09, 11:00am - 11:45am

Virtual Room - Chickasaw

Dream big like Pedro Linares and let your imagination tell a story. Create fantastical Mexican Folk art creatures called alebrijes and see them come to life on paper! Recommended for families.

Online Class: Let's Crochet Honeycomb Trellis Block - Intermediate

Fri, Sep 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Learn the Honeycomb Trellis Stitch while creating a block that can be used as a trivet or added to a different project. This block is part of our Block of the Month series.

Online Class: Let's Embroider Autumn Flowers (3-Day) - Confident Beginner Level

Fri, Sep 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Get cozy with this fall themed project. Learn some new stitches and practice your technique while crafting an autumn flower wreath design.

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

Fri, Sep 09, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Online Technology Classroom 2

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

Online Class: Algodoo Sandbox (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Sep 10, 10:00am - 10:45am

Online Technology Classroom 1

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: Family Zumba

Sat, Sep 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

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.

Online Class: Learn a Language (Ages 10-12)

Sat, Sep 10, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

Make friends around the globe by learning a new language. Use immersive online library resources to learn a new language today.

Virtual: Adobe After Effects - Introduction to Matte Painting

Sat, Sep 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Room - South Trail

This class will go in-depth into the different compositing and matte painting techniques including tracking, masking, keying, etc., in order to create an epic and believable matte shot of your own.

Virtual: Adobe InDesign 101

Sun, Sep 11, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn the basics of this powerful application and how to integrate it into your workflow alongside Photoshop and Illustrator.

Virtual: Designing with the Adobe Mobile Suite

Sun, Sep 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn how to use the free Adobe CC Express on your mobile device to effortlessly create graphics for flyers to social media posts. Additional apps will be showcased, including Adobe Capture and more!

Virtual: OCLS Writer's Group

Sun, Sep 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Join your fellow writers for critique, discussion, and camaraderie. Writers of all genres and experience are welcome. Please attend one meeting before submitting a piece for critique.

Virtual: Yoga

Mon, Sep 12, 9:00am - 10:00am

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.

Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 1

Mon, Sep 12, 10:00am - 11:00am

Online Technology Classroom 1

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.

Online Class: Let's Knit Nature-Bees (3-part) - Confident Beginner

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

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Knit nature on a hexagon canvas. Use duplicate stitch and Intarsia to "paint" the beauty of nature. This month's featured pattern is : Bees.

Virtual: Sesame Street Storytime

Mon, Sep 12, 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 storytime and craft celebrating our favorite friends. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 2

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

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Virtual: Homeschool: French

Mon, Sep 12, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

Develop your French skills with us! In this French class you will learn basic vocabulary, numbers, colors and much more. Recommended for ages 6-17.

Virtual: English from Zero

Mon, Sep 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Online Class: Create Basic Spreadsheets (Ages 10-12)

Mon, Sep 12, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

Crunch numbers in Microsoft Excel and learn how to use the tools needed to create a basic spreadsheet.

Virtual: 3D Design with Adobe Dimension – Level 1

Mon, Sep 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn the basics of this intuitive 3D application that can create realistic product mockups. Get familiar with the interface, creating models and applying materials.

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

Mon, Sep 12, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Online Technology Classroom 2

Create amazing science fair charts to wow the judges using Microsoft Excel. Learn how to use the tools needed to create basic graphs to display your data.

Virtual: Adobe Illustrator Level 1

Mon, Sep 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Virtual: English from Zero

Mon, Sep 12, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Virtual: Pajama Party

Mon, Sep 12, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Put on your pajamas and join us virtually for stories, songs, and a craft. Recommended for ages 3 - 5.

Virtual Event: Southeast Book Club

Mon, Sep 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

Join us to discuss The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles.

Virtual: Adobe Illustrator Level 2

Mon, Sep 12, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Virtual: Central Florida Book Club

Tue, Sep 13, 10:00am - 11:30am

Virtual Room - Fairview Shores

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

Virtual: Rainy Day Fun

Tue, Sep 13, 11:00am - 11:45am

Virtual Room - Southeast

Splash into some rainy day fun with stories, songs, and crafts all about rain. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Virtual Event: Finding Your Roots Series

Tue, Sep 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

This series will cover the nine core elements that you need to build a strong foundation for your genealogical research. Each week will focus on a different record group.

Virtual: Blender Fundamentals

Tue, Sep 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Virtual: Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)

Tue, Sep 13, 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. 9/6 Session 1, 9/7 Session 2, 9/13 Session 3, 9/14 Session 4

Virtual: English from Zero

Tue, Sep 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Virtual: Logic Pro X Level 1 - Fundamentals

Tue, Sep 13, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Harness the power of Logic Pro X to create amazing music. Explore the interface and begin working with key preferences and controls in this popular application. (tic101)

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Tue, Sep 13, 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.

Virtual: Spanish from Zero - Basics with Ms. Brenda

Tue, Sep 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

Basic Spanish- Come and learn basic Spanish conversations, beginner Spanish grammar, vocabulary and more.

Virtual Event: Money Around the World

Tue, Sep 13, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

Embark on a fun tour of foreign currency! Test your ability to remember the symbols then invent your own. Learn about exchange rates and take the exchange-rate challenge. Recommended for ages 9-12.

Virtual: Spanish from Zero - Intermediate with Brenda

Tue, Sep 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

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

Virtual Event: D&D Drop-in Adventures

Tue, Sep 13, 5:30pm - 9:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden

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.

Virtual: Adobe Premiere Level 1

Tue, Sep 13, 5:30pm - 6:45pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Start creating top-notch digital video productions. This is an introduction to the basics of editing video footage.

Virtual Event: Basic Spanish - with Ms. Wilnelia

Tue, Sep 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Room - North Orange

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

Virtual: Flash Photography

Tue, Sep 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Room - Main (TEC)

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

Virtual: Conversation Hour

Tue, Sep 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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: Audio Studio Orientation

Tue, Sep 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

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

Virtual: Crafting and Revising Dialogue

Tue, Sep 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Learn the four traits of dialogue and an actionable revision tactic that includes examining dialogue from an actor’s perspective from author, professor, and screenwriter Allen Gorney.

Virtual: Adobe Premiere Level 2

Tue, Sep 13, 7:00pm - 8:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Discover a fast way to assemble a video edit by cutting to music. This class explores the creative aspect of motion picture editing by importing audio & photographs, setting sequence markers, & more!

Virtual: Photography Lenses Explained

Tue, Sep 13, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Virtual Room - Main (TEC)

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.

Online Class: Let's Crochet Amigurumi Animal Friend - Intermediate Level

Wed, Sep 14, 10:00am - 11:30am

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Celebrate the fall with your own Amigurumi Animal Friend. We'll create the basic shape as a class then discuss different methods to personalize your work.

Virtual: Intermediate Spanish

Wed, Sep 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Intermediate Spanish is designed to introduce learners to Spanish grammar by focusing on the parts of speech, verb conjugations, sentence structure, and vocabulary building.

Rescheduled

VIRTUAL: Craft and Chat

Wed, Sep 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm

New date Wednesday, September 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Work on your art or craft projects while connecting with other crafters and artists. All levels of art or crafting experience are welcome. Registration required. For adult audiences. 18+

Virtual: How to Talk to Your Doctor

Wed, Sep 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Join Jessica Daly, Faculty Librarian and Assistant Professor with Advent Health University, as she discusses how to prepare, what to do during and how to follow up at your next doctor's visit.

Virtual: Greedy Goats

Wed, Sep 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Virtual Room - Washington Park

Learn about goats through fact-filled stories and activities that promote early literacy in preschoolers. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Virtual Event: Conversation Hour

Wed, Sep 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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: Knit and Crochet Meetup

Wed, Sep 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

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: Craft and Chat

Wed, Sep 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Virtual Room - Southwest

Work on your art or craft projects while connecting with other crafters and artists. All levels of art or crafting experience are welcome. Registration required. For adult audiences. 18+

Virtual: Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)

Wed, Sep 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. 9/6 Session 1, 9/7 Session 2, 9/13 Session 3, 9/14 Session 4

Virtual: Afternoon Crafts - Bean Art

Wed, Sep 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Virtual Room - South Trail

Unleash your inner artist and discover your creative side in this all-ages art exploration. Inspiration is a must! Recommended for families with a child 6 years or older.

Virtual: Práctica Spanish Conversation

Wed, Sep 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Room - South Creek

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

Virtual: 3D Design with Adobe Dimension – Level 2

Wed, Sep 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Create a final product render by arranging scene elements and manipulating the camera and lighting.

Virtual: Adobe Premiere Level 3

Wed, Sep 14, 5:30pm - 6:45pm

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: Florida Road Trip Mystery Knit Along (18-Part) - Confident Intermediate Level

Wed, Sep 14, 5:45pm - 7:45pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Join us for a Florida-themed mystery knit along. Make a shawl with bi-weekly clues. The class series runs weekly from 05/18 to 09/28.

Virtual: Character Study - Character Development

Wed, Sep 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Students learn how to create characters and how those characters dictate the story. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual: Adobe Illustrator Level 3

Wed, Sep 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Room - Main (TEC)

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

Virtual Event: Genealogy and the Law Study Group

Wed, Sep 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Join us for our Genealogy and the Law study group focusing on legal sources for the family historian.

Rescheduled

Virtual: English from Zero

Wed, Sep 14, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

New date Monday, September 12, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

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

Virtual Event: Wednesday Night Quiz Off! - Trivia Night

Wed, Sep 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Quiz Off is a live trivia gameshow where you play against your friends and community to see who knows the most (or is best at guessing)! Topics range from history, music, current events, and more!

Virtual: Adobe Premiere Level 4

Wed, Sep 14, 7:00pm - 8:15pm

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.

Virtual: Character Study - Roles, Types & Archetypes

Wed, Sep 14, 7:30pm - 9:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Students learn character roles, types, and archetypes. These classic categories help to inform the story by identifying the character as an individual and how it relates to other characters.

Virtual: Adobe Illustrator Level 4

Wed, Sep 14, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Virtual Room - Main (TEC)

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

Online Class: Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns

Thu, Sep 15, 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.

Little Chef: Panqueques for Breakfast

Thu, Sep 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Room - South Creek

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month and expand your child's cooking vocabulary in both English and Spanish with a breakfast classic, pancakes! Recommended for preschoolers ages 3-5.

Virtual Event: Using City Directories in Genealogy Research

Thu, Sep 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Learn how historical city directories can supplement your family's genealogical research.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 3

Thu, Sep 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Online Class: Sewing - Origami Bento Bag - Confident Beginner

Thu, Sep 15, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Make a Origami Hobo bag

Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 4

Thu, Sep 15, 1:15pm - 2:15pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

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: Conversation Hour

Thu, Sep 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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: Blender - Modeling a Character

Thu, Sep 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn to extrude, subdivide and edit a mesh to create a humanoid character.

Virtual Event: Citizenship Inspired (4 Week Class)

Thu, Sep 15, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired

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

Virtual: Cuisine Corner Junior: Lomo Saltado

Thu, Sep 15, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Lomo Saltado is a stir-fried beef dish found all across Peru. Learn about the delicious fusion of Chinese and Peruvian cuisine as you follow along and immerse in the Hispanic culture.

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

Thu, Sep 15, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Online Technology Classroom 2

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 Loom Knit Five Petal Flowers - Confident Beginner Level

Thu, Sep 15, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Students will learn how to loom knit a beautiful flower to accent a purse, hat, or headband. 12 peg loom, yarn size 4 and a medium size button.

Online Class: Let's Crochet Pencil Scarves (2-Part) - Confident Beginner Level

Thu, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Crochet a cute pencil scarf. Practice working beginning crochet stitches (sc, dc, hdc) and learn how to work front and back post double crochet (fpdc/bpdc).

Virtual: Royalty-Free Music and Sound Effects

Thu, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Join us for a discussion on using various online platforms to license your music and sound effects. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual: Conversation Hour

Thu, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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: Meditation and Yoga - Part 4

Thu, Sep 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Explore Deepak Chopra’s Seven Spiritual Laws of Success through meditation and movement. Examine the union of mind and body with a chair yoga sequence for all-levels, followed by guided meditation.

Online Class: Web Design - HTML Level 3

Fri, Sep 16, 10:00am - 11:30am

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Online Class: Web Design - HTML Level 4

Fri, Sep 16, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Online Class: Let's Crochet Crocodile Stitch Block - Intermediate

Fri, Sep 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Learn the crocodile stitch while creating a block. This block is part of our Block of the Month series.

Online Class: Let's Embroider Autumn Flowers (3-Day) - Confident Beginner Level

Fri, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Get cozy with this fall themed project. Learn some new stitches and practice your technique while crafting an autumn flower wreath design.

Online Class: GarageBand Basics (Ages 10-12) - Music Creation App

Fri, Sep 16, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Online Technology Classroom 2

Learn how to use the GarageBand iPad app to edit, arrange music loops, mix, add effects and share a project.

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