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Roblox World Design (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

English from Zero classes are designed for beginning English learners. Each workshop has a specific target topic. See calendar for more information.

Registration is now closed

Sat, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Create the world for your Roblox games. Learn to use pre-designed and custom elements to build your world from scratch with Roblox Studio.

Sat, Dec 09, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

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

Registration is now closed

Roblox Game Design Camp (Ages 10-12) (3-Part)

Sat, Dec 09, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Have a new tablet or smartphone, but not sure how to use it? Let us get you started with the basics, so you become more familiar with your personal device.

This event is full

Sat, Dec 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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.

Registration is now closed

Family Storytime

Sun, Dec 10, 2:00pm - 2:25pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Storytime is the right time for family time. Reading together is a wonderful way to bond and learn from one another. Bring your families together for fun stories that are designed for all ages.

Beginner Mandarin Chinese for Adults

Sun, Dec 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

In this beginner series for adults, Jenny Forest Lin, Principal of the Oviedo Chinese School, Inc., will introduce students to the basics of Mandarin Chinese.

Percy Jackson Perler Keychains - Part of Percy Jackson Week

Mon, Dec 11, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Alafaya - Flex Space

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services.

Mon, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Celebrate the new Percy Jackson Disney+ TV show with us by making a perler bead keychain inspired by your favorite Olympians! Recommended for ages 9 and up. Registration required.

Frozen Storytime

Tue, Dec 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Alafaya - Back of Branch

Let it go, and join us into the unknown for Frozen songs, stories, and activities! Recommended for fans of Anna, Elsa, Kristoff and Olaf ages 3-5.

Artsy Toddler - Snow

Wed, Dec 13, 10:15am - 11:00am

Alafaya - Back of Branch

Learn new fine motor skills using paint, paste, glue, and stamps to create! Young Children will enjoy stories, songs and exploring age-appropriate art experiences. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Microsoft Word Level 3

Wed, Dec 13, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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

Microsoft Word Level 4

Wed, Dec 13, 12:45pm - 1:45pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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.

Code with Minecraft - Voyage Aquatic (Ages 7-9)

Wed, Dec 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Join Alex and Steve on a Voyage Aquatic! Use code to help Alex and Steve explore the high seas. Program algorithms, loops, and conditions to complete the code challenges.

Cuisine Corner Junior: Blue Foods! - Part of Percy Jackson Week

Wed, Dec 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Celebrate the new show with blue foods, just like Percy's mom used to make! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration for each child required.

This event is full

Tobacco Free Florida - Your Tools to Quit

Thu, Dec 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Tools to Quit will provide you with the valuable tools you need to help you quit tobacco.

Canceled

Plant Clinic

Thu, Dec 14, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Bring your plants and ask questions! Master Gardener Volunteers from the UF/IFAS Orange County Extension Office will be available to answer your gardening questions.

Microsoft Excel Level 3

Thu, Dec 14, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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

Microsoft Excel Level 4

Thu, Dec 14, 12:45pm - 1:45pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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.

Fantasy Map Making - Part of Percy Jackson Week

Thu, Dec 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Use your imagination and art skills to create a map and bring a new fantasy world to life! Registration required for each child. Recommended for ages 9-12.

This event is full

Code with Minecraft - Hero's Journey (Ages 10-12)

Thu, Dec 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Join Alex and Steve on a Minecraft Hero's Journey! Use code to program an agent to help Alex and Steve on their journey. Use algorithms, loops, and functions to complete the code challenges.

Fri, Dec 15, 10:15am - 10:40am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.

Fri, Dec 15, 10:45am - 11:05am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 26 months.

Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1

Fri, Dec 15, 11:15am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.

Fri, Dec 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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

Microsoft PowerPoint Level 2

Fri, Dec 15, 2:15pm - 3:15pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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

Resin Gingerbread Ornament

Fri, Dec 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Create your own unique gingerbread ornament. Recommended for ages 14 and up. Registration required.

This event is full

Algodoo Sandbox (Ages 7-9)

Fri, Dec 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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.

Sat, Dec 16, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Flex Space

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services.

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

Sat, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

English from Zero classes are designed for beginning English learners. Each workshop has a specific target topic. See calendar for more information.

Sat, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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

Cabin Flags - As Part of Percy Jackson Week

Sat, Dec 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Alafaya - Back of Branch

At Camp Half-Blood, what's your cabin of choice? Poseidon's? Hera's? Make a flag for your cabin! Recommended for ages 8-12.

Sat, Dec 16, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

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

Roblox Game Design Camp (Ages 10-12) (3-Part)

Sat, Dec 16, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Have a new tablet or smartphone, but not sure how to use it? Let us get you started with the basics, so you become more familiar with your personal device.

Sat, Dec 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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.

Registration is now closed

Camp Half-Blood Necklace Painting - Part of Percy Jackson Week

Sat, Dec 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Paint and assemble your very own Camp Half-Blood bead necklace from the Percy Jackson series! Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

Greek Mythology Shrinky Dinks - Part of Percy Jackson Week

Sun, Dec 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Myths and monsters have never been this cute! Draw, cut, and bake a Shrinky Dink keychain featuring your favorite characters from Greek mythology. Recommended for ages 6 and up.

This event is full

Beginner Mandarin Chinese for Adults

Sun, Dec 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

In this beginner series for adults, Jenny Forest Lin, Principal of the Oviedo Chinese School, Inc., will introduce students to the basics of Mandarin Chinese.

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

Mon, Dec 18, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Flex Space

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services.

Penguin Party

Tue, Dec 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Alafaya - Back of Branch

Move like a penguin and waddle over for stories, songs, and a craft. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Move and Play

Wed, Dec 20, 10:15am - 11:15am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Get ready to move and groove to popular kid songs. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Wed, Dec 20, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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.

Nintendo Switch Gaming (Ages 7-9)

Wed, Dec 20, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Let's game together! Have Pokémon battles with friends with Pokkén Tournament, and create your own Super Mario levels with Super Mario Maker 2!

Happy Habitats

Wed, Dec 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Learn about habitats, plants, and animals through books and crafts. This month we're learning about the rainforest. Registration required for each child. Recommended for ages 6-8.

Microsoft Excel - Formulas and Functions

Thu, Dec 21, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Calculate your data with formulas and functions. Use the Function Library to find the best fit for your project. Insert financial, logical, lookup, math and text functions.

Homeschool: Art Expressions

Thu, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Come and be creative as you learn various art techniques. This month we'll learn about Jeff Koons.

This event is full

Nintendo Switch Gaming (Ages 10-12)

Thu, Dec 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Let's game together! Have Pokémon battles with friends with Pokkén Tournament, and create your own Super Mario levels with Super Mario Maker 2!

Fri, Dec 22, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Flex Space

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services.

Fri, Dec 22, 10:15am - 10:40am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.

Fri, Dec 22, 10:45am - 11:05am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 26 months.

Microsoft PowerPoint Level 3

Fri, Dec 22, 11:15am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.

Fri, Dec 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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

Microsoft PowerPoint: Create Custom Templates

Fri, Dec 22, 2:15pm - 3:15pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Make universal style changes to all slides in your presentation. Learn how to customize a theme and to format slides through the slide master.

Design Minecraft Characters (Ages 7-9)

Fri, Dec 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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

Code with ScratchJr (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Dec 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

English from Zero classes are designed for beginning English learners. Each workshop has a specific target topic. See calendar for more information.

Sat, Dec 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Animate stories with code. Create custom characters and backgrounds, then write programs to bring your stories to life with motion & sound. Learn the basics of computer science with the ScratchJr app.

Canceled

READing Paws

Sat, Dec 23, 11:30am - 12:30pm

The Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D.) program improves children’s reading and communication skills by employing a powerful method: reading to a therapy dog. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Sat, Dec 23, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

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

Code with SpriteBox (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Dec 23, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Have a new tablet or smartphone, but not sure how to use it? Let us get you started with the basics, so you become more familiar with your personal device.

Sat, Dec 23, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Run and jump into coding with SpriteBox! Play a unique platforming game that combines exploration and coding puzzles. Learn sequencing, parameters, debugging and looping using visual programming.

Nintendo Switch Gaming (Ages 7-9)

Thu, Dec 28, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Let's game together! Have Pokémon battles with friends with Pokkén Tournament, and create your own Super Mario levels with Super Mario Maker 2!

Nintendo Switch Gaming (Ages 10-12)

Thu, Dec 28, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Let's-a go! Create custom Super Mario levels with enemies, obstacles, and rewards. Challenge classmates to play your game and try to beat their levels.

Fri, Dec 29, 10:15am - 10:40am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.

Fri, Dec 29, 10:45am - 11:05am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 26 months.

Nintendo Game Design: Super Mario Maker 2 (Ages 7-9)

Fri, Dec 29, 11:15am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.

Fri, Dec 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Let's-a go! Customize a sample level in Super Mario with enemies, obstacles, and rewards. Challenge classmates to play your game and try to beat their levels.

Nintendo Game Design: Super Mario Maker 2 (Ages 10-12)

Fri, Dec 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Let's-a go! Create custom Super Mario levels with enemies, obstacles, and rewards. Challenge classmates to play your game and try to beat their levels.

Canceled

Sat, Dec 30, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services.

Roblox World Design (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Dec 30, 10:30am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

English from Zero classes are designed for beginning English learners. Each workshop has a specific target topic. See calendar for more information.

Sat, Dec 30, 10:30am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Create the world for your Roblox games. Learn to use pre-designed and custom elements to build your world from scratch with Roblox Studio.

Sat, Dec 30, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

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

Digital Sculpting (Ages 10-12)

Sat, Dec 30, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Have a new tablet or smartphone, but not sure how to use it? Let us get you started with the basics, so you become more familiar with your personal device.

Sat, Dec 30, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Create detailed sculptures in a digital environment. Learn to use ZbrushCoreMini and the intuitive brushes and tools to create amazing artwork.

Alphabet Adventures

Tue, Jan 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Alafaya - Back of Branch

Learn the alphabet with exciting stories and fun activities. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Introduction to Computers

Wed, Jan 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Take your first steps into the world of computing. Discover the essential parts of and types of computers, as well as the basics of using a computer for the first time.

How to Use the Mouse and Keyboard

Thu, Jan 04, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Learn how to use the mouse and keyboard to navigate within the computer's interface. Practice using these two devices with hands-on exercises and online resources.

Learn How to Type

Thu, Jan 04, 12:45pm - 1:45pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Learn how to properly place your hands on the keyboard and enhance your typing skills by using the Web-based TypingMaster program.

Nintendo Game Design: Super Mario Maker 2 (Ages 10-12)

Thu, Jan 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Let's-a go! Create custom Super Mario levels with enemies, obstacles, and rewards. Challenge classmates to play your game and try to beat their levels.

Social Worker @ the Library

Fri, Jan 05, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Alafaya - Flex Space

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services.

Fri, Jan 05, 10:15am - 10:40am

Alafaya - Back of Branch

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.

Fri, Jan 05, 10:45am - 11:05am

Alafaya - Back of Branch

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 26 months.

Nintendo Game Design: Super Mario Maker 2 (Ages 7-9)

Fri, Jan 05, 11:15am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Back of Branch

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.

Computer Basics Level 1

Fri, Jan 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Get up and running with computers. Learn how to navigate the computer desktop and how to perform various techniques in manipulating windows using basic mouse and keyboard techniques.

Computer Basics Level 2

Fri, Jan 05, 2:15pm - 3:15pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Get your computer skills racing. Learn how to create, rename, delete, and organize files and folders on your computer.

Fri, Jan 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Let's-a go! Customize a sample level in Super Mario with enemies, obstacles, and rewards. Challenge classmates to play your game and try to beat their levels.

HD 35 General Election Early Voting

Sat, Jan 06, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Early Voting will take place from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Nintendo Switch Gaming (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Jan 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Let's game together! Have Pokémon battles with friends with Pokkén Tournament, and create your own Super Mario levels with Super Mario Maker 2!

Tales from the Farm presented by the Central Florida Fair

Sat, Jan 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Alafaya - Back of Branch

Join us for a tale from the farm followed by an animal meet and greet! Animals will vary by location. Attend to receive a free general admission student ticket to the Central Florida Fair.