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Truth in Fiction: How Reality Fuels Stories
2023-02-07 19:00:00 2023-02-07 20:00:00 America/New_York Truth in Fiction: How Reality Fuels Stories All stories have their roots in reality. Author Melanie Conklin will tell the story behind the story of her award-winning novels, and discuss how reality fuels fiction in contemporary literature. Online - Virtual Room - EPD

Tuesday, February 07
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-02-07 19:00:00 2023-02-07 20:00:00 America/New_York Truth in Fiction: How Reality Fuels Stories All stories have their roots in reality. Author Melanie Conklin will tell the story behind the story of her award-winning novels, and discuss how reality fuels fiction in contemporary literature. Online - Virtual Room - EPD

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Virtual Room - EPD

All stories have their roots in reality. Author Melanie Conklin will tell the story behind the story of her award-winning novels, and discuss how reality fuels fiction in contemporary literature.

All stories have their roots in reality. Some part of the author’s subconscious latches on to an experience in their life, and that experience fuels the stories they write. Understanding the brain science of stories helps us understand which stories we are meant to write and how to maximize their impact with readers. Meet author Melanie Conklin, hear the story behind the story of her award-winning novels, and discuss how reality fuels fiction in contemporary literature.

All times are in Eastern. This workshop will not be recorded. AI closed-captioning is available.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Authors - Books - Writing |

TAGS: | writers | epd | bb-writers-corner |

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Tue, Apr 11, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual Room - Southwest
Test your knowledge on an assortment of trivia categories from soup to nuts! Participants play on teams. Prepare for fun and laughter! Registration required. 18+
Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 4
Tue, Apr 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Room - Winter Garden
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.
Let's Crochet Granny Tote (4 Days) - Confident Beginner
Wed, Apr 12, 10:00am - 11:30am
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Use basic stitches and techniques to create a market tote from three granny squares! We will be learning join as you go techniques for this class.
Online: Design with Adobe Express
Wed, Apr 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn how to use the free Adobe Express app on your mobile device or desktop browser to effortlessly create a variety of social media graphics or stationery
Intermediate Spanish
Wed, Apr 12, 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: Homeschool Jr.: Endangered Species - Panda
Wed, Apr 12, 10:30am - 11:15am
Virtual Room - Windermere
Kick start your child’s education! Listen to stories and engage in activities about basic concepts. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Seasonal Allergies
Wed, Apr 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Room - EPD
Join Jessica Daly, Faculty Library and Assistant Professor with Advent Health, as she shares free online resources to learn more about seasonal allergies.
How Does a Seed Grow?
Wed, Apr 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Room - South Trail
With our little hands we can make a difference and care for our environment. Let’s read, learn and play through a fun celebration for Earth Day! Recommended for ages 3-5.
Children Around the World
Wed, Apr 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Virtual Room - Southwest
Preschoolers will discover how much they have in common with children from other countries through stories, songs and a craft. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Online: Advanced Photoshop Techniques
Wed, Apr 12, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Bring your Photoshop workflow to the next level with advanced Photoshop techniques. Learn about actions, smart objects, and much more.
Virtual: Conversation Hour
Wed, Apr 12, 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 with Raegan
Wed, Apr 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.
Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)
Wed, Apr 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired
During this 4-Session program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 4/4 Session 1, 4/5 Session 2, 4/11 Session 3, 4/12 Session 4
Virtual: English from Zero
Wed, Apr 12, 3:00pm - 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; Práctica Spanish Conversation
Wed, Apr 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Room - South Creek
¡Práctica tu español! Develop your Spanish language skills through conversation. Conversation topics and themed vocabulary will be provided. Recommended for adults.
Online Class: 3D Design with TinkerCad (10-12)
Wed, Apr 12, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Use TinkerCAD, a free online application, to design your own custom 3D objects. Learn the basics of 3D design using shapes, cutouts and colors.
Online: Adobe After Effects Level 1
Wed, Apr 12, 5:00pm - 6:15pm
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.
Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 1
Wed, Apr 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas.
Genealogy Research Question Workshop
Wed, Apr 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Room - West Oaks
Sharpen your genealogy skills and learn about resources by sharing your research questions.
Online: Adobe After Effects Level 2
Wed, Apr 12, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Explore animation in Adobe After Effects! Animate layers to create an otherworldly cinematic animation!
Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 3
Thu, Apr 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Online Technology Classroom 1
Analyze data with COUNT functions and recommended charts. Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately.
Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns - Hemp Leaf
Thu, Apr 13, 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.
Online: Unity - Programming Input Actions
Thu, Apr 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn how to create and program the Input System to bind input devices to actions that trigger behaviors in a game.
Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 4
Thu, Apr 13, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Format workbooks with frozen panes, headers and themes. Customize worksheets with sheet names, color coding and hidden sheets. Print your data for perfect reports and presentations.
Genealogy in the States: Pennsylvania
Thu, Apr 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual Room - West Oaks
Explore the rich research resources and collections that are held in a variety of archives and repositories in Pennsylvania. Discover what records are available and how to use them.
Virtual: English from Zero
Thu, Apr 13, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!
Virtual: Conversation Hour
Thu, Apr 13, 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
Thu, Apr 13, 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.
Health Insurance Q&A Session
Thu, Apr 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual Room - Staff Training
Do you know how medical insurance works? Join Collette Rance, an experienced Medicare Scholar for this Q&A session and learn about Medicare, Medicaid, and the ACA Marketplace. Registration Required.
Online Class: Roblox Game Design (Ages 7-9)
Thu, Apr 13, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Create Roblox games. In this introduction to game design and coding learn how to manipulate 3D parts to create obstacles and racers, then use code to bring your game to life.
Online Class: Let's Crochet (3-Part) - Cloudy with a Chance of Rainbows Scarf
Thu, Apr 13, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Learn to creating beautiful rainbow scarves that are sure to keep things bright. This delightfully whimsical wearable combines working in rows along with rounds.
Online Class: Let's Loom Knit Catch Up and Show Off - Beginner Level
Thu, Apr 13, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
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: Adobe After Effects Level 3
Thu, Apr 13, 5:00pm - 6:15pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Build stunning 2D and 3D video motion graphics with confidence.
Virtual: English from Zero
Thu, Apr 13, 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!
This event is full
The Flora and Fauna of Central Florida - with Orange County Environmental Protection Division
Thu, Apr 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Room - EPD
Orange County is filled with beautiful plants, animals, and land to explore. Beth Jackson, shares information about the environment across the county, and what the Orange County does to protect it.
Virtual Event: Alafaya Book Club - NEA Big Read: Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude
Thu, Apr 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Room - Alafaya
Join the Alafaya Book Club to discuss "Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude" by Ross Gay.
Online: Adobe After Effects Level 4
Thu, Apr 13, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
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.
Online: REAPER Digital Audio Workshop
Fri, Apr 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual Melrose Classroom 3
Learn about the basic setup and unique set of features Reaper offers as a Digital Audio Workstation. This class is taught by Melrose Center Audio Instructors.
Online Class: Web Design - HTML Level 1
Fri, Apr 14, 10:00am - 11:30am
Online Technology Classroom 1
Learn basic Web design processes and terminology and how to create a simple Web page using HTML tags. Recommended Audience: Adult
Paper Possibilities - Hand Made Envelopes
Fri, Apr 14, 10:30am - 11:45am
Virtual Room - Southwest
Imagine the possibilities: paper structures are not only fun to make, but can be customized to display art, write stories, and more. This month we're featuring the handmade top close envelope.
Online: Audio Studio Orientation
Fri, Apr 14, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 3
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)
Online Class: Web Design - HTML Level 2
Fri, Apr 14, 11:45am - 1:15pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Want to expand your skills? Learn how to layout Web pages using HTML5 tags. In this class, you learn how to create a header, footer and different sections in a Web page. Recommended Audience: Adult
Let's Crochet Irish Crochet (3 Days) - Intermediate
Fri, Apr 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Learn the basics of Irish crochet and create a lacework design with us in this three part series!
Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Charts
Fri, Apr 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Display your data in stunning charts and graphs. Insert recommended and custom charts. Edit chart data, elements and styles.
Speaking Clearly Beginners
Fri, Apr 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Speaking Clearly is a pronunciation class for beginners. The class is designed to introduce learners to the basics of the sounds of English for pronunciation.
Online Class: Let's Embroider a 1940s Veggie Garden (3-Day) - Confident Beginner Level
Fri, Apr 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Stitch your way to victory as you practice stitches old and new with this Veggie Garden Sampler. This project is part of our 100-Year Celebration.
Online Class: Learn a Language (Ages 9-12)
Sat, Apr 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
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.
Online Class: Cybersecurity Basics - PLA DigitalLearn
Sat, Apr 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online Technology Classroom 2
Cybersecurity is all about the safety of our information when we’re online. Build confidence as you visit websites, create passwords, and respond to email.
Online: Digital Painting Level 1
Sun, Apr 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn how to use graphics software to draw using a pen tablet. No drawing experience required.
Online: Digital Painting Level 2
Sun, Apr 16, 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.
OCLS Writer's Group
Sun, Apr 16, 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: Advanced Photoshop Techniques
Sun, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Bring your Photoshop workflow to the next level with advanced Photoshop techniques. Learn about actions, smart objects, and much more.
Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Pivot Tables
Mon, Apr 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Online Technology Classroom 1
Dread analyzing data? Simplify the process and create meaningful reports using the powerful PivotTable tools.
Yarnfiti: Let's Knit a Head in the Clouds Pillow (4-Part) - Confident Beginner
Mon, Apr 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Celebrate OCLS's 100th birthday by knitting the decades with us. This month's featured pattern is the Bernat Head in the Clouds Pillow from Yanspirations.com
Speaking Clearly Advanced
Mon, Apr 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual ESL Room 2
Speaking Clearly Advanced is a course designed for students who want to improve their speaking and presentation skills.
Breath- Your Super Power
Mon, Apr 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Room - EPD
Join Firebush Fitness Instructor, Sharon Infante, as she shows simple breathing techniques and shares why they work to give you healthier lung function and other super physical and mental benefits.
Sesame Street Storytime
Mon, Apr 17, 11:00am - 11:45am
Virtual Room - Alafaya
Can you tell me how to get, how to get to Sesame Street? Let's make it a sunny day with a virtual storytime and craft celebrating our favorite friends. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Formulas & Functions
Mon, Apr 17, 11:15am - 12:15pm
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.
Virtual: English from Zero
Mon, Apr 17, 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, Apr 17, 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: WordPress Level 1
Mon, Apr 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Learn how to build your own website. Start with WordPress, which offers lots of options for skinning your site the way you want it.
Virtual: English from Zero
Mon, Apr 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: Hiawassee Book Club
Mon, Apr 17, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual Room - Hiawassee
In April the Hiawassee Book Club will discuss Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson.
Pajama Party
Mon, Apr 17, 7:00pm - 7:40pm
Virtual Room - Alafaya
Put on your pajamas and enjoy an interactive virtual storytime with book, songs, games, and a craft. Recommended for ages 3 - 5.
Cuéntame un Cuento - Under the Sea
Tue, Apr 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Virtual Room - South Trail
Cuéntame un Cuento is an interactive bilingual storytime featuring books and songs in English and Spanish that are suitable for speakers of either language. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Online: 3D Design with Adobe Dimension – Level 1
Tue, Apr 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
Learn the basics of this intuitive 3D application that can create realistic product mockups. Get familiar with the interface, creating models and applying materials.
Writing Clearly for Beginners
Tue, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will review different grammar points in English and basic sentence writing.
Online: Unity - Controlling Animations
Tue, Apr 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn how to setup an Animator Controller and control animation clips with user input.
Teddy Bear Picnic
Tue, Apr 18, 11:00am - 11:45am
Virtual Room - Southeast
Bring your teddy bear to storytime! Interact with your teddy bear through stories, songs and rhymes for a one-of-a-kind story time! Recommended for ages 3-5. Registration required.
Online: 3D Design with Adobe Dimension – Level 2
Tue, Apr 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
Create a final product render by arranging scene elements and manipulating the camera and lighting.
Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 2
Tue, Apr 18, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Contact your mailing list with ease. Use the Mail Merge wizard to create personalized letters and emails.
Global Genealogy: Germany
Tue, Apr 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Room - West Oaks
Explore resources, tips and tricks for finding records in the home countries of your ancestors. This session focuses on Germany.
Canceled
Weekly Read
Tue, Apr 18, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Join others in a weekly read of a book selection, short story, essay, or poem read aloud to you for your listening pleasure, with pauses for comments and discussion. 18+
Online Class: Affinity Photo Fundamentals - Adobe Alternatives
Tue, Apr 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Room - Winter Garden
Tired of paying subscription fees? This alternative series showcases similar software that doesn't require a subscription. Affinity Photo can replace Photoshop for a fraction of the cost.
Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 3
Tue, Apr 18, 1:45pm - 2:45pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Use templates with ease. Modify text and picture placeholders, explore paste options, format pictures and insert charts.
Virtual: Homeschool: Spanish
Tue, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Virtual Room - Windermere
Develop your Spanish skills with us! In this Spanish class you will learn basic vocabulary, numbers, colors and much more. Recommended for ages 6-17.
Online: Affinity Designer Fundamentals - Adobe Alternatives
Tue, Apr 18, 2:15pm - 3:15pm
Virtual Room - Winter Garden
Tired of paying subscription fees? See our alternative series where we showcase similar software that doesn't require a subscription. Affinity Designer replaces Adobe Illustrator.
Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)
Tue, Apr 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired
During this 4-Session program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 4/18 Session 1, 4/19 Session 2, 4/25 Session 3, 4/26 Session 4
Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 4
Tue, Apr 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Virtual: English from Zero
Tue, Apr 18, 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, Apr 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Room - Alafaya
Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.
Online Class: Google Earth (Ages 7-9)
Tue, Apr 18, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Online Technology Classroom 2
Fly around the globe and view famous world landmarks using Google Earth.
Online Class: Unreal Game Development Level 1
Tue, Apr 18, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Virtual Room - Winter Garden
Learn the basics of game design in one of the world's premier development engines. Get a handle on where things are and how to add assets in-game.
Virtual: Conversation Hour
Tue, Apr 18, 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: Streaming Live Video with OBS
Tue, Apr 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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)
Online Class: Unreal Game Development Level 2
Tue, Apr 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Room - Winter Garden
Learn the basics of game design in one of the world's premier development engines. In this class learn how to animate and move objects by sequencing and creating loops.
Online Class: Microsoft OneNote Fundamentals
Wed, Apr 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Online Technology Classroom 1
Boost your productivity with Microsoft's powerful note-taking app. Learn how to organize your pages, revise your notes and collaborate with your team.
Let's Crochet Granny Tote (4 Days) - Confident Beginner
Wed, Apr 19, 10:00am - 11:30am
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Use basic stitches and techniques to create a market tote from three granny squares! We will be learning join as you go techniques for this class.
Intermediate Spanish
Wed, Apr 19, 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.
I Love Earth
Wed, Apr 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Virtual Room - Southwest
Listen to stories and celebrate Earth Day with your preschooler while engaging in fun activities and a craft. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Virtual: Conversation Hour
Wed, Apr 19, 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!
Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)
Wed, Apr 19, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired
During this 4-Session program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 4/18 Session 1, 4/19 Session 2, 4/25 Session 3, 4/26 Session 4
Virtual: English from Zero
Wed, Apr 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!
Mayor Buddy's Book Club - Measuring Up - Session 1
Wed, Apr 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Engage in a lively discussion and fun activities with Mayor Buddy's Book Club. Recommended for ages 8-12. Register
Virtual Event; Práctica Spanish Conversation
Wed, Apr 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Room - South Creek
¡Práctica tu español! Develop your Spanish language skills through conversation. Conversation topics and themed vocabulary will be provided. Recommended for adults.
Online Class: Roblox Game Design (Ages 10-12)
Wed, Apr 19, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Create Roblox games. In this introduction to game design and coding learn how to manipulate 3D parts to create obstacles and racers, then use code to bring your game to life.
Online: Adobe Premiere Level 1
Wed, Apr 19, 5:00pm - 6:15pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Start creating top-notch digital video productions. This is an introduction to the basics of editing video footage.
Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 2
Wed, Apr 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow.
Building Your Family Tree on Ancestry.com
Wed, Apr 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Room - West Oaks
Discover all of the tools and resources Ancestry.com has to help you build your family tree online.
Online: Melrose Audio Meetups - Vocal Production
Wed, Apr 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 3
Want to record amazing vocals, no matter the gear that you have? Join the Melrose Center Audio team for our Vocal Production Workshop Meetup.
All Things Energy: Savings, Reductions, Solar & Renewables
Wed, Apr 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Room - EPD
Representatives from Orange County’s Sustainability Division will discuss ways to save energy. Explore sustainability through our energy consumption. Hear ways you can save money by saving energy.
Online: Adobe Premiere Level 2
Wed, Apr 19, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Discover a fast way to assemble a video edit by cutting to music. This class explores the creative aspect of motion picture editing by importing audio & photographs, setting sequence markers, & more!
Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns - Hemp Leaf
Thu, Apr 20, 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.
Online: Unity - Triggering Events 
Thu, Apr 20, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn how to set up colliders as triggers and create interactions among objects in your game.
Genealogy Research Project Start-to-Finish
Thu, Apr 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual Room - West Oaks
Get your genealogy research on track. Learn how to organize information at the beginning of your genealogy research project in order to help you develop and implement an effective research plan.
Virtual: English from Zero
Thu, Apr 20, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!
Virtual: Homeschool: Endangered Earth Day
Thu, Apr 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Room - Windermere
Explore the causes and concerns surrounding climate change. Engage in fun earthy activities to discover how to protect our home planet. Recommended for ages 6-17.
Virtual: Conversation Hour
Thu, Apr 20, 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
Thu, Apr 20, 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.
Passport to Samoa
Thu, Apr 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Hiawassee
Learn about the lives of kids around the world through hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Online Class: Google Earth (Ages 7-9)
Thu, Apr 20, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Fly around the globe and view famous world landmarks using Google Earth.
Online Class: Let's Crochet (3-Part) - Cloudy with a Chance of Rainbows Scarf
Thu, Apr 20, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Learn to creating beautiful rainbow scarves that are sure to keep things bright. This delightfully whimsical wearable combines working in rows along with rounds.
Online: Adobe Illustrator Level 1
Thu, Apr 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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.
Readers of the Pack Tween Book Club - Coop Knows the Scoop
Thu, Apr 20, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Virtual Room - South Trail
Engage in a dynamic discussion and a themed activity based on "Coop Knows the Scoop" by Taryn Souders. Recommended for ages 9-12. Registration required.
Online Class: Let's Loom Knit Winter Totem Hats (3-Part) - Intermediate Level
Thu, Apr 20, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Learn how to alternate different color yarns while creating a beautiful rib brim hat with bobbles. Students are required to provide materials.
Online: Adobe Premiere Level 3
Thu, Apr 20, 5:00pm - 6:15pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
Add excitement and life to your movie! Use effects to transform a single angle video into a visually engaging multi-angle piece.
Virtual: English from Zero
Thu, Apr 20, 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!
This event is full
Online: Adobe Illustrator Level 2
Thu, Apr 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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: Flash Photography
Thu, Apr 20, 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.
Online: From Sample to Performance with Ableton Live
Thu, Apr 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 3
Turn your ideas into reality with Ableton Live. Live is made for music creation and performance with fast, fluid and flexible options.
Online: Adobe Premiere Level 4
Thu, Apr 20, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
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: Adobe Design Coach
Thu, Apr 20, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
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: Photography Lenses Explained
Thu, Apr 20, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Virtual Room - Main (TEC)
Learn about lens type characteristics, distortions, aberrations and how to fix them. We’ll also explore the relationship between lens focal length and sensor sizes.
Online Class: Web Design - HTML Level 3
Fri, Apr 21, 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
Zoo Zen
Fri, Apr 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Room - Chickasaw
It’s time for an introduction to yoga with zoo animals and friends! Learn fun movements as you go on a wild and magical journey full of movement and stories. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Online Class: Web Design - HTML Level 4
Fri, Apr 21, 11:45am - 1:15pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Do you want to interact with your users? Learn how to create an interactive form to collect data from your site visitors. Recommended Audience: Adult
Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 2
Fri, Apr 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow.
Let's Crochet Irish Crochet (3 Days) - Intermediate
Fri, Apr 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Learn the basics of Irish crochet and create a lacework design with us in this three part series!
Online Class: Web Design - CSS Level 1
Fri, Apr 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
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: Let's Embroider a 1940s Veggie Garden (3-Day) - Confident Beginner Level
Fri, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Stitch your way to victory as you practice stitches old and new with this Veggie Garden Sampler. This project is part of our 100-Year Celebration.
Online Class: Budgeting with Excel (Ages 10-12)
Fri, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Perform numerical calculation in Microsoft Excel and learn how to use the tools needed to create a budget.
Online Class: Computer Programming Level 2 (Ages 10-12)
Fri, Apr 21, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Online Technology Classroom 2
Take your skills even further. Have fun programming cool controls for your game.
Virtual: Little Readers
Sat, Apr 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual Room - Windermere
Start your child's reading journey with engaging activities focused on phonics and sight words. Emergent readers should be able to recognize all alphabetical letters. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Online Class: Streaming Video Games Online (Ages 10-12)
Sat, Apr 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Online Technology Classroom 1
Stream video games live on YouTube or Facebook. Learn how to capture or record live streaming video and share it with your audience or save it for later viewing.
Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Formulas & Functions
Sat, Apr 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online Technology Classroom 2
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.
Speaking Clearly Beginners
Sat, Apr 22, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Speaking Clearly is a pronunciation class for beginners. The class is designed to introduce learners to the basics of the sounds of English for pronunciation.
Online: Adobe InDesign 101
Sun, Apr 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn the basics of this powerful application and how to integrate it into your workflow alongside Photoshop and Illustrator.
Online: Adobe Illustrator - Logo Design & Development
Sun, Apr 23, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
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.
Online: Create Custom Pokémon Cards
Sun, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Create your own holo Pokemon cards at home with everyday tools. You will learn both the graphic design skills and the crafting steps required to complete. You will need to provide your own materials.
Chair Yoga
Mon, Apr 24, 9:00am - 10:00am
Virtual Room - EPD
Get moving with this energizing and relaxing Chair Yoga sequence for all-levels. Tap into the strength, balance, flexibility and relaxation that your body can provide you. Requires use of a chair.
Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Data Management
Mon, Apr 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Online Technology Classroom 1
Learn how to use advanced sort and filter options; apply data validation and other data tools to organize your data.
Yarnfiti: Let's Knit a Head in the Clouds Pillow (4-Part) - Confident Beginner
Mon, Apr 24, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Celebrate OCLS's 100th birthday by knitting the decades with us. This month's featured pattern is the Bernat Head in the Clouds Pillow from Yanspirations.com
Speaking Clearly Advanced
Mon, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual ESL Room 2
Speaking Clearly Advanced is a course designed for students who want to improve their speaking and presentation skills.
Sesame Street Storytime
Mon, Apr 24, 11:00am - 11:45am
Virtual Room - Alafaya
Can you tell me how to get, how to get to Sesame Street? Let's make it a sunny day with a virtual storytime and craft celebrating our favorite friends. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Online Class: Adobe Photoshop Level 4
Mon, Apr 24, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Learn common image editing techniques used to retouch and restore photographs. Recommended Audience: Adult
Virtual: English from Zero
Mon, Apr 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!
Online Class: Computer Programming Level 2 (Ages 10-12)
Mon, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Take your skills even further. Have fun programming cool controls for your game.
Virtual: Conversation Hour
Mon, Apr 24, 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: WordPress Level 2
Mon, Apr 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Create a website with WordPress. Customize the appearance and layout of your site to get the look you want by using a wide selection of free themes.
Virtual: English from Zero
Mon, Apr 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!
Pajama Party
Mon, Apr 24, 7:00pm - 7:40pm
Virtual Room - Alafaya
Put on your pajamas and enjoy an interactive virtual storytime with book, songs, games, and a craft. Recommended for ages 3 - 5.
Online: Adobe InDesign 101
Tue, Apr 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
Learn the basics of this powerful application and how to integrate it into your workflow alongside Photoshop and Illustrator.
Writing Clearly for Beginners
Tue, Apr 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will review different grammar points in English and basic sentence writing.
Online: Unity - Visual Scripting
Tue, Apr 25, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn how to create custom behaviors without writing a single line of code with Unity's new visual scripting tools.
Cuentame un Cuento - Tell Me a Story Bilingual Stories & Fun
Tue, Apr 25, 11:00am - 11:45am
Virtual Room - Southeast
Cuentame un Cuento is an interactive bilingual storytime with books and songs in English and Spanish that are suitable for speakers of either language. Recommended for ages 3-5. Registration required.
Online: Design with Adobe Express
Tue, Apr 25, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
Learn how to use the free Adobe Express app on your mobile device or desktop browser to effortlessly create a variety of social media graphics or stationery
Global Genealogy: Sweden
Tue, Apr 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Room - West Oaks
Explore resources, tips and tricks for finding records in the home countries of your ancestors. This session focuses on Sweden.
Canceled
Weekly Read
Tue, Apr 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Join others in a weekly read of a book selection, short story, essay, or poem read aloud to you for your listening pleasure, with pauses for comments and discussion. 18+
Virtual: Homeschool: French
Tue, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Virtual Room - Windermere
Develop your French skills with us! In this French class you will learn basic vocabulary, numbers, colors and much more. Recommended for ages 6-17.
Online: Adobe After Effects Level 1
Tue, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 3:15pm
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.
Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)
Tue, Apr 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired
During this 4-Session program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 4/18 Session 1, 4/19 Session 2, 4/25 Session 3, 4/26 Session 4
Virtual: English from Zero
Tue, Apr 25, 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, Apr 25, 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.
Spanish from Zero - Basics with Ms. Brenda
Tue, Apr 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
Basic Spanish- Come and learn Spanish basics with Ms. Brenda.
Online Class: Budgeting with Excel (Ages 10-12)
Tue, Apr 25, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Perform numerical calculation in Microsoft Excel and learn how to use the tools needed to create a budget.
Online: Adobe After Effects Level 2
Tue, Apr 25, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Explore animation in Adobe After Effects! Animate layers to create an otherworldly cinematic animation!
VIRTUAL: Magic Tree House Expeditions - Mummies
Tue, Apr 25, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Virtual Room - Windermere
Jack and Annie need your help with their latest voyage in the Magic Tree House. If you love their adventures, now is your chance to be part of their travels through time. Recommended for ages 6-8.
Online Class: Code with Code Studio (Ages 10-12)
Tue, Apr 25, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Online Technology Classroom 2
Complete challenges using code. Explore computer science with characters from Frozen, Minecraft and Star Wars in Hour of Code tutorials.
Bilingual Interactions with Ms. Brenda
Tue, Apr 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
Bilingual (Spanish / English) Conversational Interactions with Ms. Brenda
Online: Fundamentals of Sound for Audio Engineering
Tue, Apr 25, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 3
Discuss how the physics of sound affects recordings. Learn key digital audio concepts, including sample rate, bit depth and file types. This class is taught by Melrose Center Audio Instructors.
Online Class: Unreal Game Development Level 3
Tue, Apr 25, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Virtual Room - Winter Garden
Learn the basics of game design in one of the world's premier development engines. Learn about how to change all types of variables in this class and be introduced to Blueprint visual coding method.
Virtual: Conversation Hour
Tue, Apr 25, 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!
Cuisine Corner: Jamaican Hot Pepper Shrimp
Tue, Apr 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Room - EPD
Join culinary expert, Dianne Morin, as she demonstrates how to make Jamaican hot pepper shrimp, a mouth-watering flavorful appetizer.
Online: Video Editing with HitFilm Express
Tue, Apr 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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)
Southwest Book Club - NEA Big Read: Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude
Tue, Apr 25, 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Virtual Room - Southwest
Join us this month for the NEA Big Read. Ross Gay's book studies the wisdom of the garden and orchard, places where all-death, sorrow, loss is converted into what might with patience nourish us. 18+
Online Class: Unreal Game Development Level 4
Tue, Apr 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Room - Winter Garden
Learn the basics of game design in one of the world's premier development engines. Dig deep into Unreal Engine's Blueprint visual coding method to create and build your own special objects.
Online: Audio Studio Orientation
Tue, Apr 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 3
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)
Online: Introduction to Infrared Photography
Tue, Apr 25, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
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.
Let's Crochet Granny Tote (4 Days) - Confident Beginner
Wed, Apr 26, 10:00am - 11:30am
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Use basic stitches and techniques to create a market tote from three granny squares! We will be learning join as you go techniques for this class.
Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Charts
Wed, Apr 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Online Technology Classroom 1
Display your data in stunning charts and graphs. Insert recommended and custom charts. Edit chart data, elements and styles.
Intermediate Spanish
Wed, Apr 26, 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.
What's for Dinner?
Wed, Apr 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Virtual Room - Southwest
Ever wonder what children on the other side of the world eat for dinner? Find out as we explore international foods through stories and activities for preschoolers. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Virtual: Conversation Hour
Wed, Apr 26, 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 with Raegan
Wed, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.
Online: Adobe After Effects Level 3
Wed, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Build stunning 2D and 3D video motion graphics with confidence.
Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)
Wed, Apr 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired
During this 4-Session program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 4/18 Session 1, 4/19 Session 2, 4/25 Session 3, 4/26 Session 4
Virtual: English from Zero
Wed, Apr 26, 3:00pm - 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; Práctica Spanish Conversation
Wed, Apr 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Room - South Creek
¡Práctica tu español! Develop your Spanish language skills through conversation. Conversation topics and themed vocabulary will be provided. Recommended for adults.
Online Class: LEGO Digital Designs (Ages 10-12)
Wed, Apr 26, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Build your LEGO Designs on the computer with this easy to use free software. Create custom designs by snapping virtual bricks together. Print instructions or share your builds with friends online.
Online: Adobe After Effects Level 4
Wed, Apr 26, 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.
Online Class: Design Minecraft Characters (Ages 7-9)
Wed, Apr 26, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Online Technology Classroom 2
Give Steve and Alex fresh new looks. Design characters, items, blocks and mobs for Minecraft using Tynker.
Ask a Lawyer - Presented by The Orange County Bar Association
Wed, Apr 26, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Room - EPD
The Orange County Bar Association will provide an open forum for individuals to speak with a panel of attorneys to get guidance on Family Law.
Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 3
Wed, Apr 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Analyze data with COUNT functions and recommended charts. Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately.
Genealogy 101
Wed, Apr 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Room - West Oaks
Are you interested in learning about your family history but don’t know where to begin? This program will help you get started by introducing you to genealogical terms, techniques, and resources.
Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns - Hemp Leaf
Thu, Apr 27, 10:15am - 11:15am
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Learn to stitch using Sashiko hand sewing techniques. This Japanese hand sewing technique uses the simple running stitch to form geometric patterns.
Little Chef: Fancy Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
Thu, Apr 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Room - South Creek
Dress up your grilled cheese with a few extra ingredients! Recommended for ages 3-5.
Key Websites for Genealogy Research
Thu, Apr 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual Room - West Oaks
Familiarize yourself with the core genealogical websites and explore the similarities and differences between them.
Virtual: English from Zero
Thu, Apr 27, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!
Virtual: Conversation Hour
Thu, Apr 27, 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
Thu, Apr 27, 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.
Learn a Language - (Ages 10-12)
Thu, Apr 27, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Discover a new language to learn. Use Mango Languages to learn over 35 languages in a fun and interactive way.
Online Class: Let's Crochet (3-Part) - Cloudy with a Chance of Rainbows Scarf
Thu, Apr 27, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Learn to creating beautiful rainbow scarves that are sure to keep things bright. This delightfully whimsical wearable combines working in rows along with rounds.
Online: Adobe Illustrator Level 3
Thu, Apr 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Explore the benefits of having a defined and consistent visual design style. Use a variety of tools and techniques to apply styles such as watercolor, flat, outline and more.
Online Class: Let's Loom Knit Catch Up and Show Off - Beginner Level
Thu, Apr 27, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
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: Adobe Photoshop Basics (Ages 10-12)
Thu, Apr 27, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Create awesome photo mash-ups in Adobe Photoshop! Learn how to use basic tools, brushes, and the concepts of layers and background removal.
Virtual Event: Winter Garden Book Club - NEA Big Read: Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude
Thu, Apr 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Room - Winter Garden
Join the Winter Garden Book Club to discuss "Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude" by Ross Gay.
Virtual: English from Zero
Thu, Apr 27, 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!
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Online: Adobe Illustrator Level 4
Thu, Apr 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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.
Gratitude Through Meditation and Yoga
Thu, Apr 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Room - EPD
Certified Mediation/Yoga Instructor, Adam Brady and certified Yoga Instructor Dana Brady walk us through a guided meditation and yoga session inspired by the book Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude.
Online: Adobe Design Coach
Thu, Apr 27, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
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.
Author Talk with William Kent Krueger - Fox Creek
Thu, Apr 27, 8:00pm - 9:00pm
Join us for a riveting hour online with New York Times bestselling author William Kent Krueger! Join us as he discusses his newest book in the Cork O'Connor series "Fox Creek" and his other works! Register
Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 1
Fri, Apr 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Online Technology Classroom 1
Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas.
Sketching 101 - Inspired by the Library's 100 Year Anniversary
Fri, Apr 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Room - EPD
Learn the basics of sketching through use of simple art techniques and observing the world around you. Materials: All you need is a #2 pencil, colored pencils, paper, and paper towel.
Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 2
Fri, Apr 28, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow.
Online Class: Crochet Along Cardigan - Intermediate
Fri, Apr 28, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Join us the last Friday of every month in 2023 to create a Crochet Along Cardigan!
Online Class: Web Design - CSS Level 2
Fri, Apr 28, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
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
Speaking Clearly Beginners
Fri, Apr 28, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Speaking Clearly is a pronunciation class for beginners. The class is designed to introduce learners to the basics of the sounds of English for pronunciation.
Online Class: Let's Embroider April Showers - Confident Beginner Level
Fri, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Learn some new stitches and techniques while crafting a cute mini April Showers design. Created as a companion class to Let's Embroider May Flowers.
Online Class: Write a Business Letter (13-17)
Sat, Apr 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Online Technology Classroom 1
Create polished documents in Microsoft Word. Navigate the Word user interface and apply basic word processing techniques to create a formatted letter. Ensure readability with basic review tools.
Family Zumba
Sat, Apr 29, 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: Animated Stories with PowerPoint (Ages 7-9)
Sat, Apr 29, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Let's Huff and Puff and make storytelling more exciting! Use PowerPoint to animate The Three Little Pigs as an interactive story.
Online Class: Resume Writing
Sat, Apr 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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: Windermere Book Chat - NEA Big Read: Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude
Sat, Apr 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual Room - Windermere
In his poetry, Ross Gay expresses gratitude for the beauty of life, loss, and love. In this book chat, we will discover our own poetry and how poetry can soothe our hearts. Recommended for adults.
Online: 3D Design with Adobe Dimension – Level 1
Sun, Apr 30, 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.
Online: 3D Design with Adobe Dimension – Level 2
Sun, Apr 30, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Create a final product render by arranging scene elements and manipulating the camera and lighting.
Online: Adobe Bridge Fundamentals
Sun, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn how efficiently improve your workflow using Adobe Bridge. Use Bridge to browse, organize, & process your Adobe files (such as Photoshop, Illustrator, & InDesign) and other image media formats.
Yarnfiti: Let's Knit Customizable Izzy Dolls (4-Part) - Confident Beginner Level
Mon, May 01, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Celebrate OCLS's 100th birthday by knitting the decades with us. This month's featured pattern is the customizable Izzy Doll. Learn how to knit in the round using DPNs and add details like ruffles.
Speaking Clearly Advanced
Mon, May 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual ESL Room 2
Speaking Clearly Advanced is a course designed for students who want to improve their speaking and presentation skills.
Beginner’s Chinese Calligraphy
Mon, May 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Room - EPD
Join artist Jojo Liu as she teaches the art of traditional Chinese calligraphy in honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
Sesame Street Storytime
Mon, May 01, 11:00am - 11:40am
Virtual Room - Alafaya
Can you tell me how to get, how to get to Sesame Street? Let's make it a sunny day with a virtual storytime and craft celebrating our favorite friends. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Virtual: English from Zero
Mon, May 01, 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: English Conversation Hour
Mon, May 01, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual English Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!
English from Zero
Mon, May 01, 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!
Pajama Party
Mon, May 01, 7:00pm - 7:40pm
Virtual Room - Alafaya
Put on your pajamas and enjoy an interactive virtual storytime with book, songs, games, and a craft. Recommended for ages 3 - 5.
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