Name: Virtual: Southwest Book Club
Start: 2022-08-23T19:00:00-04:00
End: 2022-08-23T20:45:00-04:00
Location: Online

Virtual: Southwest Book Club

Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law

2022-08-23 19:00:00 2022-08-23 20:45:00 America/New_York Virtual: Southwest Book Club 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+ Online

Tuesday, August 23
7:00pm - 8:45pm

Add to Calendar 2022-08-23 19:00:00 2022-08-23 20:45:00 America/New_York Virtual: Southwest Book Club 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+ Online

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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+

Join Southwest Book Club to discuss Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law by Mary Roach. What's to be done about a jaywalking moose? America's funniest science writer, Roach investigates the unpredictable world where wildlife and humans meet. Along the way, Roach reveals as much about humanity as about nature's lawbreakers.

For ages 18+

This is a Virtual Event hosted through Zoom.

A computer with access to the internet and speakers or headsets are required. A webcam and microphone are suggested to fully participate. Please note that Zoom allows you to share your video and audio with the group. If you choose to enable these settings, you are consenting for you to appear on audio and video. This event is not being recorded and we ask that out of courtesy to the other participants, please refrain from screen captures, photography or resharing information about the participants or the discussion outside of this event.

If using a mobile device, Android and iOS users must install the Zoom App.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Authors - Books - Writing |

TAGS: | southwest | bookclubs | bb-bookclubs |

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Online Class: QuickBooks Pro Level 1

Mon, Aug 08, 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.

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

Mon, Aug 08, 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.

Virtual: Organizing For Student Success

Mon, Aug 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Jane Cole CPO®, a Certified Professional Organizer, will present best practices and tips that help parents and students create an educational environment for positive results. Registration required.

Virtual: Sesame Street Storytime

Mon, Aug 08, 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 08, 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 1

Mon, Aug 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Canceled

Virtual: Writing Clearly Intermediate

Mon, Aug 08, 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: English from Zero

Mon, Aug 08, 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!

Registration is now closed

Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 4

Mon, Aug 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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.

Virtual: Conversation Hour

Mon, Aug 08, 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!

Registration is now closed

Canceled

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

Mon, Aug 08, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

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.

Virtual: English for Families

Mon, Aug 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

Join us virtually in this Family Literacy Program to practice reading with your child(ren) and learn English vocabulary for everyday use. This program meets twice a week for 5 weeks.

Virtual: Pajama Party

Mon, Aug 08, 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, Aug 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

Join us to discuss this month's book selection, Eternal (Lisa Scottoline).

Virtual: Central Florida Book Club

Tue, Aug 09, 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: Cuéntame un Cuento - Ready For School

Tue, Aug 09, 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.

Virtual: Adobe Illustrator Level 3

Tue, Aug 09, 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.

Virtual: Basic Spanish

Tue, Aug 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual Room - Washington Park

Basic Spanish. Come and learn basic Spanish vocabulary.

Virtual: E is for Elephant

Tue, Aug 09, 11:00am - 11:45am

Virtual Room - Southeast

Enjoy stories and engage in hands-on learning activities to celebrate World Elephant Day. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Virtual: Adobe Illustrator Level 4

Tue, Aug 09, 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: Genealogy in the States - Pennsylvania

Tue, Aug 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

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

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

Tue, Aug 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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.

Clase En Línea: Microsoft Word Nivel 1

Tue, Aug 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

Aprenda conceptos y terminología de procesadores de palabras. Aprenda a crear, editar y guardar un documento simple. Utilice varias herramientas de formato para mejorar la apariencia del documento.

Virtual: Create an Escape Room VR Game (3 Part Class)

Tue, Aug 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

During this 3 part class series learn how to implement VR core concepts like locomotion, hand presence, and player immersion into an interactive VR experience while creating a VR Escape the Room Game.

Registration is now closed

Virtual: Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)

Tue, Aug 09, 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. 8/2 Session 1, 8/3 Session 2, 8/9 Session 3, 8/10 Session 4

Clase En Línea: Microsoft Word Nivel 2

Tue, Aug 09, 3:15pm - 4:15pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

Aprenda a utilizar opciones de SmartArt y a cómo aplicar estilos para mejorar la apariencia de su documento.

Virtual: English from Zero

Tue, Aug 09, 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!

Online Class: Hand Sewing - Hemming

Tue, Aug 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

An undone hem is an easy fix once you have learn the basic hand sewing techniques used for hemming. These can be applied to pants, skirts, blouses or any piece of clothing that needs hemming.

Virtual Event: D&D Drop-in Adventures

Tue, Aug 09, 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.

Basic Spanish - with Ms. Wilnelia

Tue, Aug 09, 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 09, 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: Internet Security Basics

Tue, Aug 09, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Be safe online. From passwords to phishing scams learn how to recognize dangers and the basics of protecting yourself online.

Virtual: Meet the Author: Annie Hartnett

Tue, Aug 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Annie Hartnett is the author of novels RABBIT CAKE and UNLIKELY ANIMALS. Hartnett will read from her newest book and discuss writing and her career in a Q&A session.

Virtual: Boom Zoom Trivia

Tue, Aug 09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual Room - Southwest

Can you name five characters from the Happy Days TV show? Take a road trip through the 50's, 60's, and 70's by playing Boom Zoom trivia. Participants play on teams. Prepare for fun and laughter! 18+

Virtual: Author Talk with Liz Moore - Long Bright River

Tue, Aug 09, 9:00pm - 10:00pm

Join us for an evening with New York Times Bestselling author Liz Moore as she discusses her international bestseller, Long Bright River, and her other works. Register

Online Class: Let's Crochet ABC Pillow! - Intermediate Level

Wed, Aug 10, 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: Adobe After Effects Level 1

Wed, Aug 10, 10:00am - 11:15am

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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: Intermediate Spanish

Wed, Aug 10, 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.

Virtual: 3D Design & Printing- Moment of Inspiration Lvl 1

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

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Create basic shapes and objects with Moments of Inspiration, a 3D design software. Develop 3D objects using common 3D design tools. Learn the skills you need to start developing your own prototypes.

VIRTUAL: Craft and Chat

Wed, Aug 10, 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+

Rescheduled

Virtual: Adult ADHD

Wed, Aug 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

New date Tuesday, August 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Join Jessica Daly, Faculty Librarian and Assistant Professor with Advent Health, as she discusses the signs and symptoms of ADHD and when to discuss it with your health care provider.

Virtual: Home Sweet Habitat

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

Virtual Room - Washington Park

We will use stories and songs to introduce preschoolers to a variety of animal homes. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Virtual: Conversation Hour

Wed, Aug 10, 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: Adobe After Effects Level 2

Wed, Aug 10, 12:00pm - 1:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

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

Wed, Aug 10, 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: Adobe After Effects Level 3

Wed, Aug 10, 2:00pm - 3:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Virtual: Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)

Wed, Aug 10, 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. 8/2 Session 1, 8/3 Session 2, 8/9 Session 3, 8/10 Session 4

Virtual: Adobe After Effects Level 4

Wed, Aug 10, 4:00pm - 5:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Take your video to the next level! Discover how to use the arcs principle to animate photographs, and how to use the moving camera tool to follow the action on the screen.

Canceled

Virtual: Practica Spanish Conversation

Wed, Aug 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

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

Virtual: Audio Studio Orientation

Wed, Aug 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

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: English for Families

Wed, Aug 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

Join us virtually in this Family Literacy Program to practice reading with your child(ren) and learn English vocabulary for everyday use. This program meets twice a week for 5 weeks.

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

Wed, Aug 10, 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: Pro Tools Level 3 - Signal Flow & Effects

Wed, Aug 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Master key concepts to help shape your sound. Open the wide world of applying audio effects and begin to understand the theory behind building a mix. (tic101)

Virtual Event: Mastering Genealogical Documentation

Wed, Aug 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Join us for our Mastering Genealogical Proof study group focusing on genealogical documentation.

Virtual: English from Zero

Wed, Aug 10, 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, Aug 10, 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.

Online Class: Web Design - CSS Level 1

Thu, Aug 11, 10:00am - 11:30am

Online Technology Classroom 1

Want to take your coding skills to the next level? Learn how to write proper Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) code and format Web pages using external style sheets.

Online Class: Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns - Lattice

Thu, Aug 11, 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 Event: Every Child Ready to Read - Preschool Caregiver Workshop

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

Learn about the five early literacy practices as well as tips, tricks and resources to help your preschooler strengthen important early literacy skills.

Virtual: English from Zero

Thu, Aug 11, 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: 3D Design & Printing- Moment of Inspiration Lvl 2

Thu, Aug 11, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Up your 3D design skills with Moments of Inspiration, a 3D design software. Develop 3D objects using loft, revolve and array tools. This class is taught by Melrose Center Fab Lab instructors.

Virtual: This is My Name

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

Virtual Room - Winter Garden

Your name is special, just like you! Help your child learn to recognize and spell their name through fun crafts and activities. Recommended for ages 3–5.

Virtual Event: Hathi Trust Digital Library & Genealogy

Thu, Aug 11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Discover the Hathi Trust Digital Library and learn how you can use this amazing resource to enhance your genealogical research.

Canceled

Virtual: Reading Clearly Intermediate

Thu, Aug 11, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

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

Virtual: Conversation Hour

Thu, Aug 11, 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: Create an Escape Room VR Game (3 Part Class)

Thu, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Registration is now closed

Virtual: Designing with Cut2D

Thu, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Used by cabinet makers, wood workers and hobbyists, Cut2D Desktop is a powerful CAD software solution for cutting on a CNC Router or Laser Cutter. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual Event: Citizenship Inspired (4 Week Class)

Thu, Aug 11, 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: Pizza Roll Ups

Thu, Aug 11, 3:30pm - 4:15pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden

Get your fingers on this delicious four-ingredient pizza recipe that is perfect for an after school snack and ready in no time! Recommended for families with children ages 6-8.

Virtual: Passport to Germany

Thu, Aug 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Hiawassee

Learn about the lives of kids around the world through crafts and games. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Virtual: Pro Tools Level 4 - MIDI Basics

Thu, Aug 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Create new sounds and instrumentation. Understand the language of music producers in this introduction to MIDI. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Online Class: Embroidery for Kids (Ages 8-12)

Thu, Aug 11, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Washington Park

Color with thread. Learn new stitches to fill, outline, and make your embroidery projects pop.

Virtual: 3D Design with Adobe Dimension – Level 1

Thu, Aug 11, 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: Learn a Language (Ages 10-12)

Thu, Aug 11, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Online Technology Classroom 2

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

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

Thu, Aug 11, 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.

Virtual: English from Zero

Thu, Aug 11, 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 Level 2 - Beginner Level

Thu, Aug 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Add new stitches to your crochet repertoire! Learn the the double and half double crochet stitches while you create a new project - a bookmark!

Virtual: Pro Tools Level 5 - MIDI Advanced

Thu, Aug 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Master your music production skills. Explore advanced production techniques to work with both MIDI and audio clips. This class is taught by Melrose Center Instructors.

Virtual: Adobe Illustrator Level 1

Thu, Aug 11, 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 Event: Alafaya Book Club

Thu, Aug 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - Alafaya

The Alafaya Book Club's August selection is "The Department of Rare Books and Special Collections" by Eva Jurcyk.

Virtual: Resources for Veterans

Thu, Aug 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Discover resources to simplify the path for veterans acclimating to civilian life. A representative from United Way Mission Unites will discuss services for veterans and their families.

Virtual: Adobe Illustrator Level 2

Thu, Aug 11, 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.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop Level 1

Fri, Aug 12, 10:00am - 11:30am

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Canceled

Virtual: English from Zero

Fri, Aug 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

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

Virtual: What Can You do with a Crayon?

Fri, Aug 12, 11:00am - 11:45am

Virtual Room - Chickasaw

Explore the world of color and how crayons can help boost a child’s imagination as well as strengthen important developmental skills. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Virtual: First

Fri, Aug 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Room - South Trail

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.

Canceled

Virtual: Speaking Clearly Intermediate

Fri, Aug 12, 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 2

Fri, Aug 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

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

Fri, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Add new stitches to your crochet repertoire! Learn the the double and half double crochet stitches while you create a new project.

Online Class: Let's Embroider with Watercolor (3-Day) - Confident Beginner Level

Fri, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Create an embroidered watercolor landscape with simple techniques.

Registration is now closed

Online Class: Resume Writing

Sat, Aug 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Virtual: English from Zero

Sat, Aug 13, 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: Family Zumba

Sat, Aug 13, 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: Search and Apply for Jobs

Sat, Aug 13, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Virtual: Conversation Hour

Sat, Aug 13, 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: Budgeting with Excel (Ages 10-12)

Sat, Aug 13, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

Online Technology Classroom 2

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

Virtual: Adobe After Effects - Introduction to Matte Painting

Sat, Aug 13, 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: Digital Painting Level 1

Sun, Aug 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn how to use graphics software to draw using a pen tablet. No drawing experience required.

Virtual: Discussion of the Hugo Finalists - presented by The Orlando Area Science Fiction Society

Sun, Aug 14, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Virtual Room - EPD

The Hugo Awards are annual awards given for excellence in the field of science fiction and fantasy. Join OASFiS for a discussion of the Hugo finalists in the Novel, Novella, and more categories.

Virtual: Digital Painting Level 2

Sun, Aug 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn how to use graphics software to paint a landscape using a pen tablet. No painting experience required.

Virtual: OCLS Writer's Group

Sun, Aug 14, 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.

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

Mon, Aug 15, 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.

Virtual: Chair Yoga

Mon, Aug 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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.

Virtual: Sesame Street Storytime

Mon, Aug 15, 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 15, 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 2

Mon, Aug 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Canceled

Virtual: Writing Clearly Intermediate

Mon, Aug 15, 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: English from Zero

Mon, Aug 15, 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 15, 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: Adobe After Effects Level 1

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

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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: 3D Design in Blender

Mon, Aug 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

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: Hiawassee Book Club

Mon, Aug 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - Hiawassee

In August the Hiawassee Book Club will discuss Harlem Shuffle by Colson Whitehead.

Virtual: Pajama Party

Mon, Aug 15, 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 2

Mon, Aug 15, 7:30pm - 8:45pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Virtual: Cuéntame un Cuento - Cats and Dogs

Tue, Aug 16, 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: Adobe Illustrator - Logo Design & Development

Tue, Aug 16, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Build your business logo using graphic design theory for concepts, color, and font choices. Learn the basics of designing a business logo using vector graphics tools.

Virtual: Basic Spanish

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

Virtual Room - Washington Park

Basic Spanish. Come and learn basic Spanish vocabulary.

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop Level 1

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

Virtual Room - Windermere

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

Virtual: Adult ADHD

Tue, Aug 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Join Jessica Daly, Faculty Librarian and Assistant Professor with Advent Health, as she discusses the signs and symptoms of ADHD and when to discuss it with your health care provider.

Virtual: What Can You Do with a Crayon?

Tue, Aug 16, 11:00am - 11:45am

Virtual Room - Southeast

Explore the world of color and how crayons can help boost a child’s imagination as well as strengthen important developmental skills. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Virtual: Adobe Design Coach

Tue, Aug 16, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Online Class: Adobe Photoshop Level 2

Tue, Aug 16, 12:15pm - 1:15pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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

Virtual Event: DNA Techniques Leeds & McGuire Methods

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

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Learn how to utilize these genealogy problem-solving methods and see how they can help you with your DNA analysis.

Virtual: Unity Fundamentals

Tue, Aug 16, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn the Unity Editor's Interface, how to navigate the 3D development environment and the basic workflow for creating video games in Unity.

Clase En Línea; Microsoft Word Nivel 3

Tue, Aug 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

Aprenda a crear y a formatear tablas para mostrar y organizar información.

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

Tue, Aug 16, 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

Virtual: Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)

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

Clase En Línea; Microsoft Word Nivel 4

Tue, Aug 16, 3:15pm - 4:15pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

Aprenda a añadir encabezados, pies de página, página de portada, sombreado, marcos y número de página a un documento.

Virtual: English from Zero

Tue, Aug 16, 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: Spanish from Zero - Basics with Ms. Brenda

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

Virtual Room - Southeast

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

Online Class: Hand Sewing - Darning Basics

Tue, Aug 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Repair small holes in sweaters, socks and more, using a hand sewing stitch that looks like a knit stitch.

Virtual: Using Velocities for Responsive Drums

Tue, Aug 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Learn to use velocities to program more realistic drum sequences using the drummer tracks and instruments. This class is taught by Melrose Center Audio Instructors.

Virtual: Spanish from Zero - Intermediate with Brenda

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

Virtual Room - Southeast

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

Basic Spanish - with Ms. Wilnelia

Tue, Aug 16, 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: Adobe Premiere Level 1

Tue, Aug 16, 6:00pm - 7:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Virtual: Conversation Hour

Tue, Aug 16, 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: WordPress Level 3

Tue, Aug 16, 6:15pm - 7:45pm

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.

Virtual: Audio Studio Orientation

Tue, Aug 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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: Adobe Premiere Level 2

Tue, Aug 16, 7:30pm - 8:45pm

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: Let's Crochet ABC Pillow! - Intermediate Level

Wed, Aug 17, 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 17, 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.

VIRTUAL: Craft and Chat

Wed, Aug 17, 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: 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

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 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

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

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

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

Online Technology Classroom 2

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

Engage in a lively discussion and fun activities with Mayor Buddy's Book Club. Recommended for ages 8-12.Register

Virtual: Cuisine Corner Junior- Snacks 2 Go!

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

Virtual Room - South Creek

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.

Canceled

Virtual: Practica Spanish Conversation

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

Practica 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 17, 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: Cuisine Corner- Back to School Lunch Meal Prep

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

Looking for meal prep ideas? Yamira Lee Johnson, head chef and founder of Breaking Bread with Mira, will walk us through steps to help with meal prepping delicious dishes.

Virtual: Adobe Premiere Level 3

Wed, Aug 17, 6:00pm - 7:15pm

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

Wed, Aug 17, 6:15pm - 7:45pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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

Virtual Event: Mastering Genealogical Documentation

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

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Join us for our Mastering Genealogical Proof study group focusing on genealogical documentation.

Virtual: English from Zero

Wed, Aug 17, 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 17, 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, Aug 17, 7:30pm - 8:45pm

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 Class: Web Design - CSS Level 2

Thu, Aug 18, 10:00am - 11:30am

Online Technology Classroom 1

Customize your Web pages using CSS. Learn how to add functionality such as Google Maps CSS Hovers and Transitions into Web pages. Recommended Audience: Adult

Online Class: Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns - Lattice

Thu, Aug 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.

Virtual: English from Zero

Thu, Aug 18, 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: Little Chef- Monster Cookie Bites

Thu, Aug 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Room - South Creek

Enhance your child's cooking skills with this sweet bite-sized treat that tastes just like everyone’s favorite monster cookie! Recommended for ages 3-5.

Virtual Event: Exploring DNA Websites

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

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Explore four DNA websites: Ancestry DNA, FamilyTreeDNA, MyHeritage and 23andme. Learn the differences between the companies and see how to navigate each company’s website.

Canceled

Virtual: Reading Clearly Intermediate

Thu, Aug 18, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

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

Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Formulas & Functions

Thu, Aug 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Online Class: Sewing - Needle Book - Beginner Level

Thu, Aug 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Organize your needles, scissors, pins and more by making a needle book.

Virtual: Create an FPS Microgame (3 Part Class)

Thu, Aug 18, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn Unity while modding an FPS microgame.

Virtual: Conversation Hour

Thu, Aug 18, 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: Magic Leap MR Development Basics

Thu, Aug 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn how to setup and test your own Mixed Reality application for the Magic Leap headset using Unity and Magic Leap's Zero Iteration Device Simulator.

Virtual Event: Citizenship Inspired (4 Week Class)

Thu, Aug 18, 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 Class: Embroidery for Kids (Ages 8-12)

Thu, Aug 18, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Washington Park

Color with thread. Learn new stitches to fill, outline, and make your embroidery projects pop.

Virtual: 3D Design with Adobe Dimension – Level 2

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

Virtual Room - Main (TEC)

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

Online Class: Let's Loom Knit Four Stitches - Beginner Level

Thu, Aug 18, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Expand your loom knitting skills. Learn how to loom knit stitches four ways.

Virtual: English from Zero

Thu, Aug 18, 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 in the Round - Beginner Level

Thu, Aug 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Add to your project possibilities by crocheting in the round! Create amigurumi, hats, bowls and more. Learn how to create circles with increase stitches and use stitch markers to track your work.

Virtual: Critiquing Images Meetup

Thu, Aug 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

This virtual meet up will help photographers understand how to describe, interpret, and evaluate photos. We will be looking at various examples of what to look for when examining photos.

Virtual: Adobe Illustrator Level 3

Thu, Aug 18, 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: Meditation and Yoga - Part 2

Thu, Aug 18, 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 & body with a relaxing yoga sequence for all-levels, followed by a guided meditation.

Virtual: Adobe Illustrator Level 4

Thu, Aug 18, 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: Adobe Photoshop Level 2

Fri, Aug 19, 10:00am - 11:30am

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Canceled

Virtual: English from Zero

Fri, Aug 19, 10:30am - 11:30am

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

Virtual Paper Possibilities - Pop up Box

Fri, Aug 19, 10:30am - 11:45am

Virtual Room - Southwest

The possibilities are endless! Using origami folds, create a fun pop up box to decorate cards or scrapbooks.

Canceled

Virtual: Speaking Clearly Intermediate

Fri, Aug 19, 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 3

Fri, Aug 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

Online Class: Let's Crochet Mini Basket - Confident Beginner

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

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Learn the basics of in the round crochet while we make mini baskets perfectly sized to hold hair ties, change, and game board pieces! Beginners welcome!

Online Class: Let's Embroider with Watercolor (3-Day) - Confident Beginner Level

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

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Create an embroidered watercolor landscape with simple techniques.

Registration is now closed

Online Class: Let's Code an Ocean AI (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Aug 20, 10:00am - 10:45am

Online Technology Classroom 1

Machines can learn just like us! Explore the ocean while learning how machines can see patterns and predict outcomes.

Virtual: English from Zero

Sat, Aug 20, 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: Create Comics (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Aug 20, 11:15am - 12:00pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

Put together cool comic drawings using Comic Life. Change layouts, add cartoons and write a story to make your comic drawings come alive!

Virtual: Conversation Hour

Sat, Aug 20, 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: Worldbuilding for Writers

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

Virtual Room - EPD

Cass Morris, author and host of the Worldbuilding for Masochists podcast, will teach you how to develop a fictional world that will make sense and immerse your readers.

Virtual: 3D Design with Adobe Dimension – Level 1

Sun, Aug 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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.

Virtual: 3D Design with Adobe Dimension – Level 2

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

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Online Class: QuickBooks Pro Level 3

Mon, Aug 22, 10:00am - 11:30am

Online Technology Classroom 1

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

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

Mon, Aug 22, 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.

Virtual: Sesame Street Storytime

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

Virtual: Designing with the Adobe Mobile Suite

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

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!

Canceled

Virtual: Speaking Clearly Intermediate

Mon, Aug 22, 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 1

Mon, Aug 22, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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

Virtual: Adobe Design Coach

Mon, Aug 22, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 3

Mon, Aug 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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: 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

Virtual: Writing Clearly Intermediate

Mon, Aug 22, 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: English from Zero

Mon, Aug 22, 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 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

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.

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

Virtual Room - EPD

Join culinary expert, Dianne Morin, as she demonstrates how to make Bolognese Sauce, Garlic knots, and homemade Basil Oil.

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

Take your video to the next level! Discover how to use the arcs principle to animate photographs, and how to use the moving camera tool to follow the action on the screen.

Virtual: Author Talk with Michele Harper

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

https://libraryc.org/ocls/18553

This author talk with Michele Harper will cover many of the lessons she’s learned on her inspiring personal journey and the success of her New York Times bestselling memoir, The Beauty in Breaking.Register

Virtual: Cuéntame un Cuento - Making New Friends

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

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: Web Design - HTML Level 3

Tue, Aug 23, 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

Virtual: Basic Spanish

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

Virtual Room - Washington Park

Basic Spanish. Come and learn basic Spanish vocabulary.

Virtual: Cuentame Un Cuento - Ready for School

Tue, Aug 23, 11:00am - 11:45am

Virtual Room - Southeast

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.

Virtual Event: Researching in NYC The Five Boroughs

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

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Explore the rich research resources and collections that are held in a variety of repositories in the five boroughs of New York City. Discover what records are available and how to use them.

Virtual: Create an FPS Microgame (3 Part Class)

Tue, Aug 23, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn Unity while modding an FPS microgame.

Virtual: Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)

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

Virtual: English from Zero

Tue, Aug 23, 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: Spanish from Zero - Basics with Ms. Brenda

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

Virtual Room - Southeast

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

Virtual: Adobe Premiere Level 1

Tue, Aug 23, 4:00pm - 5:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Virtual: Spanish from Zero - Intermediate with Brenda

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

Virtual Room - Southeast

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

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

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

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.

Basic Spanish - with Ms. Wilnelia

Tue, Aug 23, 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: Video Coaching

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

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.

This event is full

Virtual: Conversation Hour

Tue, Aug 23, 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: Tech Talks- Meet 2K Senior Producer Jonathan Rivera

Tue, Aug 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Facebook & YouTube Live

Tech Talks are an ongoing conversation with luminaries in the tech world & beyond. This session we talk to Johnathan Rivera: Senior Producer for Visual Concepts, developers of the 2K Series.

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

Tue, Aug 23, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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.

Virtual: Southwest Book Club - Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law

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

Virtual Room - Southwest

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+

Virtual: Video Coaching

Tue, Aug 23, 7:00pm - 7:30pm

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.

This event is full

Online Class: Let's Crochet ABC Pillow! - Intermediate Level

Wed, Aug 24, 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.

Online Class: QuickBooks Pro Level 1

Wed, Aug 24, 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: 3D Design with Adobe Dimension – Level 1

Wed, Aug 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

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.

Virtual: Intermediate Spanish

Wed, Aug 24, 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: Adobe Photoshop Level 3

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

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

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

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: Practica Spanish Conversation

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

Virtual Room - South Creek

Practica 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

Virtual Room - Alafaya

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.

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.

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.

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! - 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: Practica Spanish Conversation

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

Virtual Room - South Creek

Practica 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: 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: 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.

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.

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: 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.

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.

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