Sew Your Own Wardrobe Bootcamp - Skirts (12-Part)

Wed, Oct 04, 10:00am - 5:45pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker.

Wed, Oct 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

Audio Production Studio

Gear up in the Audio Studio. Use microphones, preamps, interfaces and control surfaces to route an audio signal into Pro Tools for recording and mixing. (tic101)

3D Printer Orientation

Wed, Oct 04, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Fab Lab

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.

This event is full

Wed, Oct 04, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Photo Studio

Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

Let's Crochet and Fiber Arts Meetup

Wed, Oct 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

Video Production Studio

Tour the Melrose Center Video Studio in this introductory class.

Wed, Oct 04, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Learning Cube

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.

VR Learning Stations Orientation

Wed, Oct 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Game Development Lab / Simulators - Combined

Learn how to set up and modify a VR headset's features, navigate its operating system, and maintain a safe environment when using a VR Learning Station.

This event is full

iPad and iPhone - Camera

Wed, Oct 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Red Room

Never miss out on capturing a memory with your iPad or iPhone. Learn about the camera options and modes and how to use them to take amazing photos. Perform simple edits to clean up your images.

Performance Coaching Sessions

Wed, Oct 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Melrose Rehearsal Space

Work with our performing arts instructor on your audition pieces, monologues and song selections in this open coaching session. Please provide performance piece/materials at the time of registration

This event is full

Sewing - Quilting Open Lab - Intermediate Level

Wed, Oct 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Route your mix. Send individual mixes to artists in the studio, route and import audio and MIDI into Pro Tools, and save your work to various media. (tic101)

Wed, Oct 04, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Sewing Studio

Work on Quilt Blocks that you have in progress, assemble quilt blocks and learn to piece them together, add batting, backing and binding. Students are required to bring materials and completed blocks.

iPad and iPhone - Organize and Edit Photos

Wed, Oct 04, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Red Room

Make finding your photos easy with your iPad or iPhone. Learn to organize photos into albums, moments and collections. Edit photos with filters and exposure tools to enhance your images.

Wed, Oct 04, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Video Production Studio

This hands-on class will introduce you to the Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro 4.6K G2 digital film camera. Learn camera setup, exposure settings and basic operation.

Wed, Oct 04, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Photo Studio

Explore the basic studio set up and the workflow in the studio environment. Learn the importance of good lighting and how to light for best results. Practice using our portable backdrops.

Microsoft Excel - Formulas and Functions

Wed, Oct 04, 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Wed, Oct 04, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Purple Room

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.

Silhouette Cameo Orientation

Wed, Oct 04, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Fab Lab

Bring your design to reality with the Silhouette Cameo 4 at the Fab Lab. Learn machine layout and operations, proper settings and safety precautions, and how to gain access to our Cameo 4.

Wed, Oct 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Photo Studio

Practice with the studio's lighting equipment and learn how to properly place them in order to get the best lighting effects.

Microsoft Excel - Pivot Tables

Wed, Oct 04, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Video Production Studio

General Orientation and Video Studio Orientation are prerequisites. Prior to booking Melrose Center Video Studio, users are required to successfully complete a hands-on task oriented assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Wed, Oct 04, 3:45pm - 4:45pm

Purple Room

Dread analyzing data? Simplify the process and create meaningful reports using the powerful PivotTable tools. Learn how to create and customize PivotTables and PivotCharts using Microsoft Excel.

Fundamentals of Screenwriting

Wed, Oct 04, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Video Production Studio

General Orientation and Video Studio Orientation are prerequisites. Prior to booking Melrose Center Video Studio, users are required to successfully complete a hands-on task oriented assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Wed, Oct 04, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

LED Wall

If you are new to screenwriting or planning to write a script, this event is just for you! This class is taught by Melrose Center Video Instructors.

Wed, Oct 04, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Video Production Studio

General Orientation and Video Studio Orientation are prerequisites. Prior to booking Melrose Center Video Studio, users are required to successfully complete a hands-on task oriented assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Photo Composition

Wed, Oct 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Photo Studio

The rules of thirds is probably the most often referenced photography rule of composition. It is all about subject placement within the frame.

Thu, Oct 05, 10:00am - 5:45pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker.

Design Minecraft Characters (Ages 7-9)

Thu, Oct 05, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Sewing Studio

Come to the Sewing Studio at the Orlando Public Library and bring your sewing projects. All the tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own patterns and materials.

Thu, Oct 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Blue Room

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

Discover Drones (Ages 5-6)

Thu, Oct 05, 10:30am - 11:15am

Red Room

Discover what tasks drones do, play games as a make believe drone, and pilot a real drone.

Thu, Oct 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

Audio Production Studio

Prior to booking a studio, users are required to successfully complete a brief thirty minute studio-specific assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Thu, Oct 05, 10:30am - 5:30pm

Fab Lab

Explore, innovate and create in hands-on classes that empower you to take your idea from concept to design to reality.

Microsoft Word Level 1

Thu, Oct 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Purple Room

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.

How to Make Green Screen Videos

Thu, Oct 05, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Photo Studio

Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Thu, Oct 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Video Production Studio

Want to add some excitement to your movie? Learn how to make green screen videos at the Melrose Center. This class will show students how to light and shoot a green screen movie.

Fundamentals of Sound for Audio Engineering

Thu, Oct 05, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Prior to booking a studio, users are required to successfully complete a brief thirty minute studio-specific assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Thu, Oct 05, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Audio Learning Lab

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

This event is full

Microsoft Word Level 2

Thu, Oct 05, 12:15pm - 1:15pm

Purple Room

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

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

Thu, Oct 05, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

FlexSpace

Pilot real drones in Drone Zone. Compete in races and fly drones through obstacle course challenges, use the cannon to hit targets and the grabber to make deliveries.

Thu, Oct 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Red Room

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.

Thu, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Thu, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Video Production Studio

Video Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Video Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Thu, Oct 05, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Audio Learning Lab

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

Thu, Oct 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Get hands-on experience with Melrose Photo Instructors in a session designed to help answer your questions about Photography (Cameras, Lighting, Studio, etc.)

DaVinci Resolve: Edit Page

Thu, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Audio Learning Lab

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

Thu, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Melrose Classroom

Start video editing with DaVinci Resolve’s Edit Page.

Code with CodeCombat (Ages 10-12)

Thu, Oct 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Blue Room

Write real code. Use JavaScript or Python to complete challenges in CodeCombat. Explore mazes, loot treasure and defeat enemies in a fantasy adventure game using code.

Let's Knit Tube Socks (8-Part) - Confident Beginner Level

Thu, Oct 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Photo Studio

Learn the Photography Studio workflow, procedures and best practices.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Pro Tools Level 3

Thu, Oct 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Audio Learning Lab

Master key concepts to help shape your sound with MIDI.

Fri, Oct 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Learning Cube

Knit your first pair of socks. Without a defined heel, tube socks present an easier way to start socks. Practice knitting in the round while learning how to shape socks and knit stretchy openings.

Registration is now closed

Sewing - Pumpkin Candy Stocking (2-Part) - Intermediate Level

Fri, Oct 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Sewing Studio

Let’s put a twist on a holiday classic and make candy stocking perfect for fall décor. These delightful pumpkins can be hung, so a sweet treat is never to far. Students are required to bring fabric.

Product Photography Level 1

Fri, Oct 06, 10:00am - 5:45pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker.

Learn How to Type

Fri, Oct 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Blue Room

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

Fri, Oct 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Photo Studio

Take professional photos for your website, catalog or flyers. Learn how to take crisp and clear commercial images of your products to make them more appealing to your customers.

Microsoft Word Level 3

Fri, Oct 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Purple Room

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

Fri, Oct 06, 11:00am - 5:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Fri, Oct 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Game Development Lab / Simulators - Combined

Learn to fly with a professional flight simulator using realistic flight controls. Instruction will cover the use of the equipment and software. (tic101)

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Product Photography Level 2

Fri, Oct 06, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Video Production Studio

Video Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Video Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Fri, Oct 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Photo Studio

Take your photos to the next level by learning to enhance and correct colors in Adobe Bridge and Adobe Photoshop. Recommended Audience: Adult

Microsoft Word Level 4

Fri, Oct 06, 12:15pm - 1:15pm

Purple Room

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.

Creep It Yourself: Book Nook

Fri, Oct 06, 1:30pm - 5:30pm

Sewing Studio

Come to the Sewing Studio at the Orlando Public Library and bring your sewing projects. All the tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own patterns and materials.

Fri, Oct 06, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Fab Lab

Cozy up your bookshelf with an illuminated book nook, built by you in the Melrose Center.

DaVinci Resolve: Color Page

Fri, Oct 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Photo Studio

Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Fri, Oct 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Melrose Classroom

Learn the basics of color grading using DaVinci Resolve and RAW video.

Sewing - Pumpkin Candy Stocking (2-Part) - Intermediate Level

Sat, Oct 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Sewing Studio

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Creature Shop Workshop [2 Week Series] - Sandworms of the Neitherworld

Sat, Oct 07, 10:30am - 12:30pm

You love them, right? We love them ourselves! Create your own sandworm model for your creeptastic film projects.

Creep It Yourself: Book Nook

Sat, Oct 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Fab Lab

Cozy up your bookshelf with an illuminated book nook, built by you in the Melrose Center.

This event is full

Sat, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Audio Production Studio

Capture the right sound. Discover how microphones work, the key differences between microphones, and how to set up and tear down microphones, stands and cables. (tic101)

Melrose Meetups - Photography World Wide Photo Walk

Sat, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

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.

Sat, Oct 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Photo Studio

Photography Meetup: Bring your mirrorless, DSLR, film, or phone camera with you on this Orlando photography walk as we explore the downtown area.

Motion Capture Animation Fundamentals

Sat, Oct 07, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Game Development Lab / Simulators - Combined

Record motion capture data, retarget the mocap data to animate a digital character, and learn how to use the Perception Neuron motion capture system and a simple retargeting addon in Blender.

Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming

Sat, Oct 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Blue Room

Take your knowledge of coding to the next level with Object-Oriented Programming. Learn modern application development by defining classes, creating objects and simplifying code.

Microsoft 365 Basics

Sat, Oct 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Purple Room

Discover how you can use Microsoft's powerful productivity tools to connect and collaborate with your team. Learn how to access apps, store and share files.

Sat, Oct 07, 11:00am - 11:30am

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 36 months.

OCLS Centennial Citrus Ale Celebration & Book Fair

Sat, Oct 07, 11:30am - 11:45am

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.

Sat, Oct 07, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Visit the Ivanhoe Park Brewing Co. to enjoy a retro book fair and taste their limited edition beer that commemorates the Library’s 100 years of service.

Melrose Film Festival - Best of the Fest

Sat, Oct 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Choose the right mic. Hear how different microphones pick up and transmit sound. Discover how to use polar patterns, proximity effect and phase to get the best sound for your project. (tic101)

Sat, Oct 07, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

LED Wall

Presenting a special “Best of the Fest” Melrose Film Festival event. as we screen award winners from all categories from the festival's first five years on the Melrose Center's 165” LED screen.

Cybersecurity Basics - PLA DigitalLearn

Sat, Oct 07, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Purple Room

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.

Meetups at Melrose - Indienomicon Game Demo Day

Sat, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Melrose Classroom

If you want to learn about some of the most fun and exciting games being developed in your community by indie developers, then this monthly meetup is for you.

Let's Embroider Level 1 - Beginner Level

Sat, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sewing Studio

Start hand embroidery today. Learn the basics of using a hoop and needles to create running, back and cross stitches to create a beautiful sampler.

This event is full

Unreal Engine Fundamentals

Sat, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Game Development Lab / Simulators - Combined

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

This event is full

Sat, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 5:30pm

Fab Lab

Explore, innovate and create in hands-on classes that empower you to take your idea from concept to design to reality.

Javascript Fundamentals

Sat, Oct 07, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Blue Room

Develop interactive Web pages with rich media content. Students will learn the fundamental of JavaScript and useful techniques to bring a static Web pages to life.

Sat, Oct 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Photo Studio

Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Ready to Plan for the Holidays - presented by the Sunshine State Planners

Sat, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Game Development Lab / Simulators - Combined

Learn to drive with the Ultra Driving Simulator in realistic road conditions. Practice safety and defensive driving. Instruction will cover the use of the equipment and software. (tic101)

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Sun, Oct 08, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Albertson Room

Enjoy a short chat on using your planner to plan for the Holidays before open planner project time. Bring your own supplies and connect and share ideas with other planners.

Code with CodeCombat (Ages 10-12)

Sun, Oct 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Blue Room

Write real code. Use JavaScript or Python to complete challenges in CodeCombat. Explore mazes, loot treasure and defeat enemies in a fantasy adventure game using code.

Melrose in the Mix - The Ladybits, The Chotchkies

Sun, Oct 08, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Photo Studio

Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Sun, Oct 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Melrose Stage

Melrose in the Mix is back! Come enjoy two live recording sessions on the Melrose Stage, with The Ladybits and The Chotchkies!

Let's Play D&D Camp: Make a Character! (Ages 13-17) (3-Part)

Sun, Oct 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Red Room

Learn to play Dungeons and Dragons! Create your character and play a real campaign with monsters, adventure and treasure.

Let's Play Pokémon TCG Camp (Ages 7-9) (3-Part)

Sun, Oct 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Learning Cube

You can be the very best pokemon trainer. Learn the rules of the game and winning strategies. Then test your skill in battles against your fellow trainers.

Sew Your Own Wardrobe - Long-Sleeved Tunic Top (6-Part) - Intermediate Level

Mon, Oct 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Sewing Studio

Get started creating your own wardrobe. Learn to make an A-Line Long-Sleeved Tunic Top. Select the pattern size when registering. Students are required to bring fabric.

Mon, Oct 09, 10:00am - 3:00pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker.

Mon, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

Papa Bear

Using rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments and more, we will be interacting together to help develop important pre-literacy skills in our littlest ones! Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Internet Level 1 - Fundamentals

Mon, Oct 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

Papa Bear

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

Mon, Oct 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Purple Room

Learn Internet concepts and terminology. Become familiar with Web browsers while surfing the Web.

Mon, Oct 09, 11:00am - 5:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Internet Level 2 - Search Techniques

Mon, Oct 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Photo Studio

Explore the basic operations of the Photo Studio cameras and lenses to optimize your photography skills. Learn basic camera settings and the use and care of camera lenses.

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Theatre 101

Mon, Oct 09, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Melrose Rehearsal Space

Learn basic theater terminology, types of theaters and the roles each person plays in productions in this introductory theater class. This class is taught by Melrose Performing Arts instructors.

Mon, Oct 09, 12:15pm - 1:15pm

Purple Room

Learn about search engines and search techniques to help you find exactly what you are looking for on the Web.

Sew Your Own Wardrobe - Long-Sleeved Tunic Top (6-Part) - Intermediate Level

Mon, Oct 09, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Sewing Studio

Get started creating your own wardrobe. Learn to make an A-Line Long-Sleeved Tunic Top. Select the pattern size when registering. Students are required to bring fabric.

Photo Studio - Camera Level 2

Mon, Oct 09, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Photo Studio

Demystify the complex concepts of exposure. Learn how aperture, shutter speed and ISO affect the focus, blurriness or graininess of your photos.

This event is full

Microsoft OneNote Fundamentals

Mon, Oct 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Blue Room

Boost your productivity with Microsoft's powerful note-taking app. Learn how to organize your pages, revise your notes and collaborate with your team.

Search and Apply for Jobs

Mon, Oct 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Purple Room

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.

Lego WEDO Build a Robotic Puller (Ages 10-12)

Mon, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Photo Studio

Learn the Photography Studio workflow, procedures and best practices.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Mon, Oct 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Red Room

Build and program LEGO Robotic Puller with a simple to use computer interface. Learn how technology plays an active role in our everyday life.

Mon, Oct 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Game Development Lab / Simulators - Combined

Learn to fly with a professional flight simulator using realistic flight controls. Instruction will cover the use of the equipment and software. (tic101)

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Sewing - Introduction to the Serger - Intermediate Level

Tue, Oct 10, 10:00am - 5:45pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker.

100 Happy Haunts

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

Papa Bear

Shriek with delight at this not-so-spooky event, celebrating 100 years of Happy Haunts at the library! Recommended for toddlers ages 18-36 months. Costumes encouraged.

Tue, Oct 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Sewing Studio

If you already know how to use a sewing machine, it is time to discover the versatility of using a serger. Get an overview of how a serger works and how to properly and safely use one.

Email Level 1 - Create an Account

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

Purple Room

Create a free email account. Learn how to navigate the environment, including the Inbox, the Reading pane, and the Compose area.

Importance of Eating Vegetables

Tue, Oct 10, 10:30am - 2:00pm

Fab Lab

Explore, innovate and create in hands-on classes that empower you to take your idea from concept to design to reality.

Tue, Oct 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Albertson Room

Learn about why and how we should incorporate vegetables into our daily diet. Explore the health benefits of vegetables. A recipe and sample of vegetable stir fry and pita chips will be provided.

Scene Study - Building to Transition

Tue, Oct 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Photo Studio

Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

Tue, Oct 10, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Melrose Rehearsal Space

A scene study course designed to build to a pivotal moment in the script, specifically scenes transitioning into songs. These classes are taught by Melrose Performing Arts instructors.

Email Level 2 - Manage Your Account

Tue, Oct 10, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Video Production Studio

Video Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Video Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Tue, Oct 10, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Purple Room

Learn how to compose and send email messages with attachments. Become familiar with replying and forwarding messages.

Sewing - Threading a Serger - Advanced Level

Tue, Oct 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Audio Production Studio

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

This event is full

Tue, Oct 10, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Sewing Studio

Sergers can perform many different types of stitches as long as you know how to thread them properly. Learn to thread paths for upper and lower loopers, and for both needles.

This event is full

Create a Mobile Video Ad

Tue, Oct 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Video Learning Lab

Love shooting videos on your mobile device? Want to bump up your video skills a notch? Learn the 7 basic techniques to enhance your mobile videos.

Registration opens Tuesday, October 10 2023 at 1:00pm

Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1

Tue, Oct 10, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Photo Studio

Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Tue, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Purple Room

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

Fundamentals of Sound for Audio Engineering

Tue, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Tue, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Audio Learning Lab

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

This event is full

Search and Apply for Jobs

Tue, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Blue Room

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.

Microsoft PowerPoint Level 2

Tue, Oct 10, 3:15pm - 4:15pm

Purple Room

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

Resume Writing

Tue, Oct 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Blue Room

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 and library resources.

Foamsmithing Workshop [2 day series] - Basic Super Villain Helmet

Tue, Oct 10, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Fab Lab

Foamsmithing is the art of creating props and costumes using different types of foam for cosplayers and movie makers. You will get hands-on experience using tools of the trade.

Registration is now closed

Microsoft PowerPoint Level 3

Tue, Oct 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Purple Room

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.

Photo Studio Orientation

Tue, Oct 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Photo Studio

Tour the Photography Studio and explore the training options available. Learn the studio workflow, procedures and best practices. Recommended Audience: Adult

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Sewing - Easy Superhero Cape(2-Part) - Beginner Level

Tue, Oct 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Game Development Lab / Simulators - Combined

Learn to drive with the Ultra Driving Simulator in realistic road conditions. Practice safety and defensive driving. Instruction will cover the use of the equipment and software. (tic101)

Please contact the library to register for this event.

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

Sewing Studio

Are you ready for Halloween? Join us to make this easy superhero cape for a quick and easy costume sizes kids-adults. Students are required to bring materials. See the description for details.

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Introduction to 3D Design

Wed, Oct 11, 10:00am - 5:45pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker.

Wed, Oct 11, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Purple Room

Create and build models using Tinkercad, a free 3D Design application. Explore the process for exporting a compatible model for 3D printing.

Wed, Oct 11, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Photo Studio

Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

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A Decade in Film: 2000s

Wed, Oct 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Albertson Room

This series explores film through each of the decades our Library has been open! Celebrate the history of film every single month here at the Downtown Library.

Sewing - Easy Superhero Cape(2-Part) - Beginner Level

Wed, Oct 11, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Wed, Oct 11, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Sewing Studio

Are you ready for Halloween? Join us to make this easy superhero cape for a quick and easy costume sizes kids-adults. Students are required to bring materials. See the description for details.

This event is full

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

Wed, Oct 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Audio Learning Lab

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

Wed, Oct 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Blue Room

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.

Video Studio Control Room 1

Wed, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Video Production Studio

Shoot and cut video like a pro. Learn advanced video recording techniques such as live Chroma keying and PTZ remote camera.

Design Your Own Solar Cupcakes - Part of Our Eclipse Celebrations

Wed, Oct 11, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Papa Bear

Decorate your own cupcake inspired by the Sun! Explore aspects of the Sun and solar activity by modeling them as solar cupcakes. Recommended for adults and families with children ages 5 and up.

Glowforge 3D Laser Printer Orientation

Wed, Oct 11, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Audio Learning Lab

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

Wed, Oct 11, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Fab Lab

Bring your design to reality with the Glowforge 3D Laser Printer at the Fab Lab. Learn machine layout and operations, proper settings and safety precautions, and how to gain access to our Glowforge.

Video Studio Control Room 2

Wed, Oct 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Video Production Studio

Set the midground, foreground and background images for a television production. Learn advanced ATEM video switcher techniques.

Pro Tools Level 3

Wed, Oct 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Audio Learning Lab

Master key concepts to help shape your sound with MIDI.

Wed, Oct 11, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Audio Production Studio

Prior to booking a studio, users are required to successfully complete a brief thirty minute studio-specific assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Wed, Oct 11, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

FlexSpace

Pilot real drones in Drone Zone. Compete in races and fly drones through obstacle course challenges, use the cannon to hit targets and the grabber to make deliveries.

Wed, Oct 11, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Audio Production Studio

Prior to booking a studio, users are required to successfully complete a brief thirty minute studio-specific assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Food 101: Ice Cream

Wed, Oct 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Albertson Room

The Food 101 series introduces you to a new topic every month, examining the historical and social significance of what we eat. In October, learn all about ice cream.

Thu, Oct 12, 10:00am - 5:45pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker.

Roblox World Design (Ages 7-9)

Thu, Oct 12, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Sewing Studio

Come to the Sewing Studio at the Orlando Public Library and bring your sewing projects. All the tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own patterns and materials.

Web Design - CSS Level 1

Thu, Oct 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Blue Room

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.

Thu, Oct 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Purple Room

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

Web Design - CSS Level 2

Thu, Oct 12, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Blue Room

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

Lego WEDO Build a Race Car (10-12)

Thu, Oct 12, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Video Production Studio

This hands-on class will introduce you to the Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro 4.6K G2 digital film camera. Learn camera setup, exposure settings and basic operation.

Thu, Oct 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Red Room

Build and program LEGO Race Car with a simple to use computer interface. Learn how technology plays an active role in our everyday life.

Code with ScratchJr (Ages 7-9)

Thu, Oct 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Purple Room

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.

Thu, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Capture the right sound. Discover how microphones work, the key differences between microphones, and how to set up and tear down microphones, stands and cables. (tic101)

Thu, Oct 12, 2:30pm - 5:30pm

Fab Lab

Explore, innovate and create in hands-on classes that empower you to take your idea from concept to design to reality.

Thu, Oct 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Get hands-on experience with Melrose Photo Instructors in a session designed to help answer your questions about Photography (Cameras, Lighting, Studio, etc.)

Thu, Oct 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Audio Production Studio

Choose the right mic. Hear how different microphones pick up and transmit sound. Discover how to use polar patterns, proximity effect and phase to get the best sound for your project. (tic101)

Thu, Oct 12, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Video Production Studio

General Orientation and Video Studio Orientation are prerequisites. Prior to booking Melrose Center Video Studio, users are required to successfully complete a hands-on task oriented assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Audio Studio - Microphone Theory Level 3

Thu, Oct 12, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Video Production Studio

General Orientation and Video Studio Orientation are prerequisites. Prior to booking Melrose Center Video Studio, users are required to successfully complete a hands-on task oriented assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Thu, Oct 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Record in stereo sound. Discover how to set-up microphones for a variety of stereo recording techniques and explore the pros and cons of each technique. (tic101)

Let's Knit Tube Socks (8-Part) - Confident Beginner Level

Thu, Oct 12, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Video Production Studio

General Orientation and Video Studio Orientation are prerequisites. Prior to booking Melrose Center Video Studio, users are required to successfully complete a hands-on task oriented assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Fri, Oct 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Learning Cube

Knit your first pair of socks. Without a defined heel, tube socks present an easier way to start socks. Practice knitting in the round while learning how to shape socks and knit stretchy openings.

Registration is now closed

Orion Laser Cutter Orientation

Fri, Oct 13, 10:00am - 5:45pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker.

Computer Basics Level 1

Fri, Oct 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Blue Room

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.

Fri, Oct 13, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Fab Lab

Bring your design to reality with the Orion Laser Cutter at the Fab Lab. Learn machine layout and operations, proper settings and safety precautions, and how to gain access to our Orion Laser Cutter.

Fri, Oct 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Photo Studio

Explore the basic studio set up and the workflow in the studio environment. Learn the importance of good lighting and how to light for best results. Practice using our portable backdrops.

Fri, Oct 13, 11:00am - 5:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Computer Basics Level 2

Fri, Oct 13, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Blue Room

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

Fri, Oct 13, 1:30pm - 5:30pm

Sewing Studio

Come to the Sewing Studio at the Orlando Public Library and bring your sewing projects. All the tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own patterns and materials.

VR Learning Stations Orientation

Fri, Oct 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Photo Studio

Practice with the studio's lighting equipment and learn how to properly place them in order to get the best lighting effects.

Fri, Oct 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Game Development Lab / Simulators - Combined

Learn how to set up and modify a VR headset's features, navigate its operating system, and maintain a safe environment when using a VR Learning Station.

Silhouette Cameo Orientation

Fri, Oct 13, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Fab Lab

Bring your design to reality with the Silhouette Cameo 4 at the Fab Lab. Learn machine layout and operations, proper settings and safety precautions, and how to gain access to our Cameo 4.

Web Design - CSS Level 1

Fri, Oct 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Blue Room

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.

Creature Shop Workshop [2 Week Series] - Sandworms of the Neitherworld

Fri, Oct 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Photo Studio

Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

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Canceled

Sat, Oct 14, 10:30am - 12:30pm

You love them, right? We love them ourselves! Create your own sandworm model for your creeptastic film projects.

Microsoft Excel Level 1

Sat, Oct 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Purple Room

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

Sat, Oct 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Audio Production Studio

Gear up in the Audio Studio. Use microphones, preamps, interfaces and control surfaces to route an audio signal into Pro Tools for recording and mixing. (tic101)

Sat, Oct 14, 10:30am - 3:00pm

Fab Lab

Explore, innovate and create in hands-on classes that empower you to take your idea from concept to design to reality.

Photo Studio Orientation

Sat, Oct 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Photo Studio

Tour the Photography Studio and explore the training options available. Learn the studio workflow, procedures and best practices. Recommended Audience: Adult

This event is full

Sat, Oct 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

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.

Unity Fundamentals

Sat, Oct 14, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Melrose Classroom

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

PHP Level 1

Sat, Oct 14, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Blue Room

Dive into the world of developing interactive webpages. Learn the fundamental of PHP, a widely-used programming language for designing web apps.

Sat, Oct 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

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 36 months.

Sat, Oct 14, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Video Production Studio

Video Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Video Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

Sat, Oct 14, 11:30am - 11:45am

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.

Microsoft Excel Level 2

Sat, Oct 14, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Purple Room

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

Unity: Programming Basics

Sat, Oct 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Route your mix. Send individual mixes to artists in the studio, route and import audio and MIDI into Pro Tools, and save your work to various media. (tic101)

PHP Level 2

Sat, Oct 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Blue Room

Take your webpages coding skills to the next level! Learn how to build dynamic data-driven content with PHP. Recommended Audience: Adult

Sat, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Melrose Classroom

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

General Orientation for the Melrose Center

Sat, Oct 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

LED Wall

This orientation is your key to accessing the creative and collaborative spaces in the Melrose Center.

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Audio Recording Techniques: Piano

Sat, Oct 14, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Photo Studio

Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

Sat, Oct 14, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Record it right the first time. Understand the inner workings of the piano, isolate the best sound and use miking techniques to capture the perfect sound. (tic101)

Makers Make: A Spooky Ceramic Jack-o-Lantern

Sat, Oct 14, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Fab Lab

Discover the soothing practice of making ceramic decor, Halloween style! Make your very own mini light up ceramic Jack-o-Lantern just in time for Halloween.

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Cuba's History in 25 Artifacts

Sat, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Library Central

Historian, professor and author Dr. Luis Martínez-Fernández will present Cuba's history as illustrated by 25 artifacts. Dr. Martínez-Fernández is the author of many books, including Revolutionary Cuba

Microsoft OneNote Fundamentals

Sat, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Blue Room

Boost your productivity with Microsoft's powerful note-taking app. Learn how to organize your pages, revise your notes and collaborate with your team.

Second Saturday Improv Show

Sat, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Melrose Stage

Join us the second Saturday of each month at the Melrose Center for this fun filled rollercoaster of laughs featuring improv actors from the Orlando Improv Community.

Sun, Oct 15, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Video Production Studio

Video Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Video Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Build LEGO Video Games (Ages 10-12)

Sun, Oct 15, 1:30pm - 5:30pm

Audio Production Studio

Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Sun, Oct 15, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Blue Room

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

Wireless Microphone Techniques

Sun, Oct 15, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Photo Studio

Explore the basic operations of the Photo Studio cameras and lenses to optimize your photography skills. Learn basic camera settings and the use and care of camera lenses.

Sun, Oct 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Melrose Stage

Learn the basics of a wireless microphone system to help you on your next production. Using Shure and GTD Wireless systems, we'll cover its components, setup and some common issues.

Introduction to Soldering Basics

Sun, Oct 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Fab Lab

Build a simple circuit with a soldering iron and components. Learn to safely use a soldering iron correctly to join components and wires.

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Let's Play D&D Camp: Make a Character! (Ages 13-17) (3-Part)

Sun, Oct 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Red Room

Learn to play Dungeons and Dragons! Create your character and play a real campaign with monsters, adventure and treasure.

Let's Play Pokémon TCG Camp (Ages 7-9) (3-Part)

Sun, Oct 15, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Learning Cube

You can be the very best pokemon trainer. Learn the rules of the game and winning strategies. Then test your skill in battles against your fellow trainers.

Photo Studio - Camera Level 2

Sun, Oct 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Photo Studio

Demystify the complex concepts of exposure. Learn how aperture, shutter speed and ISO affect the focus, blurriness or graininess of your photos.

Synthesizer Fundamentals

Sun, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Audio Learning Lab

Synthesize your sound. Use source, modifier and controller modules to create and manipulate audio signals. (tic101)

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General Orientation for the Melrose Center - La Orientación del Centro Melrose

Sun, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

LED Wall

Esta orientación es la clave para poder tener acceso a los espacios creativos y colaborativos en el Centro Melrose.

Sew Your Own Wardrobe - Long-Sleeved Tunic Top (6-Part) - Intermediate Level

Mon, Oct 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Sewing Studio

Get started creating your own wardrobe. Learn to make an A-Line Long-Sleeved Tunic Top. Select the pattern size when registering. Students are required to bring fabric.

Mon, Oct 16, 10:00am - 5:45pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker.

Mon, Oct 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

Papa Bear

Using rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments and more, we will be interacting together to help develop important pre-literacy skills in our littlest ones! Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Microsoft Excel - Formulas and Functions

Mon, Oct 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Audio Production Studio

Capture the right sound. Discover how microphones work, the key differences between microphones, and how to set up and tear down microphones, stands and cables. (tic101)

Mon, Oct 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Blue Room

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.

Mon, Oct 16, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Photo Studio

Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

Building Character for Actors

Mon, Oct 16, 11:00am - 11:30am

Papa Bear

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

3D Printer Orientation

Mon, Oct 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Fab Lab

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.

Mon, Oct 16, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Melrose Rehearsal Space

Learn to build the character you are playing using your lived experience. These classes are taught by Melrose Performing Arts instructors.

Mon, Oct 16, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Video Production Studio

Video Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Video Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

Sew Your Own Wardrobe - Long-Sleeved Tunic Top (6-Part) - Intermediate Level

Mon, Oct 16, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Choose the right mic. Hear how different microphones pick up and transmit sound. Discover how to use polar patterns, proximity effect and phase to get the best sound for your project. (tic101)

Microsoft Excel - Charts

Mon, Oct 16, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Blue Room

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

Mon, Oct 16, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Sewing Studio

Get started creating your own wardrobe. Learn to make an A-Line Long-Sleeved Tunic Top. Select the pattern size when registering. Students are required to bring fabric.

Microsoft Excel - Automate Tasks

Mon, Oct 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Photo Studio

Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

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Mon, Oct 16, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Blue Room

Automate everyday tasks with macros. Record data entry and formatting. Insert and modify objects to run macros without coding.

Acting for the Camera Level 1

Mon, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Mon, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Video Learning Lab

Whether you want to improve your public speaking skills, enhance your on-camera skills or are curious about the world of acting for video, this class is for you.

Registration opens Monday, October 16 2023 at 2:00pm

Acting for the Camera Level 2

Mon, Oct 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Game Development Lab / VR Learning Stations Combined

Learn to drive with the Ultra Driving Simulator in realistic road conditions. Practice safety and defensive driving. Instruction will cover the use of the equipment and software. (tic101)

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Mon, Oct 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Video Learning Lab

Students will be introduced to basic terms and directions used on film and video sets. They will put these terms into practice as they rehearse and record a short scene.

From Sample to Performance with Ableton Live

Mon, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Audio Learning Lab

Turn your ideas into reality with Ableton Live. Live is made for music creation and performance with fast, fluid and flexible options.

Mon, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Photo Studio

Explore the basic studio set up and the workflow in the studio environment. Learn the importance of good lighting and how to light for best results. Practice using our portable backdrops.

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

Mon, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Video Production Studio

Tour the Melrose Center Video Studio in this introductory class.

Mon, Oct 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Blue Room

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.

Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine

Tue, Oct 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Sewing Studio

Ever wanted to make your own custom clothes, home decor, costumes or accessories? Join us in this basic sewing class and learn about sewing safety, basic sewing machine skills and stitching seams.

This event is full

Tue, Oct 17, 10:00am - 5:45pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker.

Tue, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Audio Production Studio

Gear up in the Audio Studio. Use microphones, preamps, interfaces and control surfaces to route an audio signal into Pro Tools for recording and mixing. (tic101)

Computer Basics Level 1

Tue, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Blue Room

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.

Tue, Oct 17, 10:30am - 2:00pm

Fab Lab

Explore, innovate and create in hands-on classes that empower you to take your idea from concept to design to reality.

Tue, Oct 17, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Photo Studio

Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Tue, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Video Production Studio

Tour the Melrose Center Video Studio in this introductory class.

Computer Basics Level 2

Tue, Oct 17, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Blue Room

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

Adobe Premiere Multi-Camera Editing

Tue, Oct 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Route your mix. Send individual mixes to artists in the studio, route and import audio and MIDI into Pro Tools, and save your work to various media. (tic101)

Tue, Oct 17, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Melrose Classroom

Using footage from the Melrose Center's Reel to Real Podcast video, we perform a demo of how to mark up and sync up clips to use in a multi-camera sequence.

Sewing - Patterns and Fabric - Beginner Level

Tue, Oct 17, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Sewing Studio

Reading the hieroglyphics on a sewing pattern can be quite intimidating. Learn to read a professional sewing pattern, how to layout fabric and prepare material for a project.

This event is full

Tue, Oct 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Photo Studio

Explore the basic operations of the Photo Studio cameras and lenses to optimize your photography skills. Learn basic camera settings and the use and care of camera lenses.

Tue, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

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Career Academy: Perfecting Your Resume

Tue, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Video Production Studio

This hands-on class will introduce you to the Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro 4.6K G2 digital film camera. Learn camera setup, exposure settings and basic operation.

Tue, Oct 17, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Purple Room

Get noticed! Elevate your job application with best practices in crafting a resume and cover letter.

Photo Studio - Camera Level 2

Tue, Oct 17, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Photo Studio

Demystify the complex concepts of exposure. Learn how aperture, shutter speed and ISO affect the focus, blurriness or graininess of your photos.

Resume Writing

Tue, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Purple Room

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 and library resources.

Photo Studio - Camera Level 3

Tue, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Photo Studio

Lenses are an essential part of photography. Explore the differences between prime and zoom lenses and understand how focal length affects field of view and composition.

Video Studio Camera and Lens Level 2

Tue, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Video Production Studio

Expand your knowledge of creative film and video camera operation techniques. Explore pulling focus, depth of field and shot composition using the rule of thirds.

Foamsmithing Workshop - Kitsune Fox Masks

Tue, Oct 17, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Fab Lab

Transform your cosplay with a traditional Japanese fox kitsune mask using foamsmithing skills and your imagination.

Sewing - Witches Hat (2-Part) - Confident Beginner

Wed, Oct 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Sewing Studio

Create your own witch hat for Halloween. This easy to make witch hat uses three fat quarters, interfacing and bias tape. Students are required to bring materials. See description for details.

Lightroom Classic Level 1 - Organizing Photos

Wed, Oct 18, 10:00am - 5:45pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker.

Microsoft Excel Level 1

Wed, Oct 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Purple Room

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

Wild Thing Rumpus

Wed, Oct 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Papa Bear

Max and the Wild Things invite you to a Halloween rumpus. Show your claws, make some mischief, and roar your heart out in this active storytime with craft activities. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Wed, Oct 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Melrose Classroom

Get better control over managing and organizing large collections of photographs. Once your photos are imported, find out how to categorize, tag, and rank your photos.

Video: Shooting Video with DSLR Camera

Wed, Oct 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Video Production Studio

Did you know you could use a DSLR camera to record videos? Learn how to master your DSLR camera to shoot high-quality videos to play on your television or mobile device.

Wed, Oct 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Audio Production Studio

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

Learn How to Type

Wed, Oct 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Blue Room

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

Logic Pro X Level 1 - Fundamentals

Wed, Oct 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Game Development Lab / Simulators - Combined

Learn to fly with a professional flight simulator using realistic flight controls. Instruction will cover the use of the equipment and software. (tic101)

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Wed, Oct 18, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Audio Learning Lab

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

Microsoft Excel Level 2

Wed, Oct 18, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Purple Room

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

Lightroom Classic Level 2 - Developing Photos

Wed, Oct 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Melrose Classroom

Discover how easy it is to adjust one or multiple photos with just a few simple clicks. Quickly edit, correct exposure, convert images and enhance the color of your photos.

Sewing - Witches Hat (2-Part) - Confident Beginner

Wed, Oct 18, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Sewing Studio

Create your own witch hat for Halloween. This easy to make witch hat uses three fat quarters, interfacing and bias tape. Students are required to bring materials. See description for details.

Lightroom Classic Level 3 - Exporting Photos

Wed, Oct 18, 12:30pm - 1:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Prior to booking a studio, users are required to successfully complete a brief thirty minute studio-specific assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Wed, Oct 18, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Melrose Classroom

Capture the beauty of your photographs and share with friends, family and clients.

Wed, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

How to Use the Mouse and Keyboard

Wed, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Video Production Studio

Operate professional Kino Flo and Sola 4 lighting equipment and Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro 4.6K G2 digital film camera settings to evoke mood and feeling.

Wed, Oct 18, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Blue Room

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.

Orion Laser Cutter Orientation

Wed, Oct 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Photo Studio

Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

Wed, Oct 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Fab Lab

Bring your design to reality with the Orion Laser Cutter at the Fab Lab. Learn machine layout and operations, proper settings and safety precautions, and how to gain access to our Orion Laser Cutter.

Mayor Buddy's Book Club End of Book Party - Sunshine State Author Series Q&A: Pam Muñoz Ryan

Wed, Oct 18, 4:00pm - 5:15pm

Library Central

Orlando Mayor Buddy's Book Club is celebrating the completion of "Solimar: The Sword of the Monarchs", with a virtual Q&A with the author and visit from Central Florida Zoo! Recommended for ages 8-12.

Video Studio Audio and Data Management

Wed, Oct 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Video Production Studio

Learn how to record crisp, clear audio through microphone placement and accurate audio levels. Use proper procedure to transfer your video files from the camera to your personal devices.

Performance Coaching Sessions

Wed, Oct 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Melrose Rehearsal Space

Work with our performing arts instructor on your audition pieces, monologues and song selections in this open coaching session. Please provide performance piece/materials at the time of registration

Thu, Oct 19, 10:00am - 5:45pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker.

Microsoft Excel Level 3

Thu, Oct 19, 10:30am - 11:30am

Purple Room

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

Thu, Oct 19, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Sewing Studio

Come to the Sewing Studio at the Orlando Public Library and bring your sewing projects. All the tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own patterns and materials.

Thu, Oct 19, 10:30am - 5:30pm

Fab Lab

Explore, innovate and create in hands-on classes that empower you to take your idea from concept to design to reality.

Algodoo Sandbox (Ages 7-9)

Thu, Oct 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

Video Production Studio

General Orientation and Video Studio Orientation are prerequisites. Prior to booking Melrose Center Video Studio, users are required to successfully complete a hands-on task oriented assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Thu, Oct 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Blue Room

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.

Lego WEDO Build a Recycling Truck (Ages 10-12)

Thu, Oct 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Red Room

Build and program LEGO Recycling Truck with a simple to use computer interface. Learn how technology plays an active role in our everyday life.

Thu, Oct 19, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Thu, Oct 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Photo Studio

Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

Logic Pro X Level 2-Patches and the Channel Strip

Thu, Oct 19, 11:15am - 11:45am

Video Production Studio

General Orientation and Video Studio Orientation are prerequisites. Prior to booking Melrose Center Video Studio, users are required to successfully complete a hands-on task oriented assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Thu, Oct 19, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Audio Learning Lab

Get your sound right in Logic Pro X. Understand the routing and creation of patches, which is a crucial element in Logic Pro for building your own instruments and sounds. (tic101)

Microsoft Excel Level 4

Thu, Oct 19, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Purple Room

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.

Elders Navigating the Tax Collector's Office - LIFE Information for Elders

Thu, Oct 19, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Video Production Studio

General Orientation and Video Studio Orientation are prerequisites. Prior to booking Melrose Center Video Studio, users are required to successfully complete a hands-on task oriented assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Thu, Oct 19, 12:10pm - 1:10pm

Albertson Room

Join Scott Randolph, Orange County’s Tax Collector as he shares valuable information about transferring a car title of an elderly family member, fraud awareness, and the risk factors to look for.

Code with Dash Robots (Ages 7-9)

Thu, Oct 19, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Video Production Studio

Video Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Video Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Thu, Oct 19, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Red Room

Learn to code with Dash the robot. Create a path for Dash to move along. Complete a code challenge by guiding Dash through an obstacle course to the finish line.

Code with JavaScript (Ages 10-12)

Thu, Oct 19, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Blue Room

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

Coding Concepts Level 1 - Visual Studio Code Editor

Thu, Oct 19, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Purple Room

Begin your journey into the world of coding. Learn to use the Visual Studio Code editor to write coding languages like HTML, CSS, JavaScript or even Python.

Logic Pro X Level 3 - MIDI Production

Thu, Oct 19, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Audio Learning Lab

Create beats with MIDI tools in Logic. Use Ultrabeat, a built-in drum machine, to create beats, the perfect the sound with the Step, Piano Roll and Score Editors. (tic101)

Coding Concepts Level 2 - Terminology

Thu, Oct 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Get hands-on experience with Melrose Photo Instructors in a session designed to help answer your questions about Photography (Cameras, Lighting, Studio, etc.)

Thu, Oct 19, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Purple Room

Explore HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Python using Visual Studio Code. Learn the foundational, universal programming terminology to help you succeed in creating apps, games, and other solutions.

Thu, Oct 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Photo Studio

Learn the Photography Studio workflow, procedures and best practices.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Thu, Oct 19, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Audio Production Studio

Prior to booking a studio, users are required to successfully complete a brief thirty minute studio-specific assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Let's Knit Tube Socks (8-Part) - Confident Beginner Level

Thu, Oct 19, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Audio Production Studio

Prior to booking a studio, users are required to successfully complete a brief thirty minute studio-specific assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Fri, Oct 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Learning Cube

Knit your first pair of socks. Without a defined heel, tube socks present an easier way to start socks. Practice knitting in the round while learning how to shape socks and knit stretchy openings.

Registration is now closed

Microsoft Excel - Formulas and Functions

Fri, Oct 20, 10:00am - 5:45pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker.

Fri, Oct 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Purple Room

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.

Fri, Oct 20, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Photo Studio

Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Fri, Oct 20, 11:00am - 5:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Microsoft Excel - Pivot Tables

Fri, Oct 20, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Video Production Studio

Video Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Video Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

Fri, Oct 20, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Purple Room

Dread analyzing data? Simplify the process and create meaningful reports using the powerful PivotTable tools. Learn how to create and customize PivotTables and PivotCharts using Microsoft Excel.

Javascript Fundamentals

Fri, Oct 20, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Blue Room

Develop interactive Web pages with rich media content. Students will learn the fundamental of JavaScript and useful techniques to bring a static Web pages to life.

Fri, Oct 20, 1:30pm - 5:30pm

Sewing Studio

Come to the Sewing Studio at the Orlando Public Library and bring your sewing projects. All the tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own patterns and materials.

Fri, Oct 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Game Development Lab / Simulators - Combined

Learn to fly with a professional flight simulator using realistic flight controls. Instruction will cover the use of the equipment and software. (tic101)

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Fri, Oct 20, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Photo Studio

Explore the basic studio set up and the workflow in the studio environment. Learn the importance of good lighting and how to light for best results. Practice using our portable backdrops.

Web Design - CSS Level 2

Fri, Oct 20, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Blue Room

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

Fri, Oct 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Game Development Lab / Simulators - Combined

Learn to drive with the Ultra Driving Simulator in realistic road conditions. Practice safety and defensive driving. Instruction will cover the use of the equipment and software. (tic101)

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Family STEM Saturdays - Guided Lab - Spooky Bat Lantern

Fri, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Photo Studio

Practice with the studio's lighting equipment and learn how to properly place them in order to get the best lighting effects.

Video Equipment Q&A

Fri, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Video Production Studio

Do you want to master the equipment in the Video Studio or need a quick review for the assessment? Let us help! A Video instructor will be available to assist you in this open lab.

Sat, Oct 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Fab Lab

Get your home or porch ready for Halloween! Create your own spooky Halloween bat lantern in the Fab Lab using pieces cut with the Silhouette Cameo 4.

This event is full

Unity: Programming Input Actions

Sat, Oct 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

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.

Sat, Oct 21, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Melrose Classroom

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

Sat, Oct 21, 11:00am - 5:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Sat, Oct 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Photo Studio

Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Melrose Reservation - Video Studio (6 hrs)

Sat, Oct 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

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 36 months.

Sat, Oct 21, 11:00am - 5:00pm

Video Production Studio

Video Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Video Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Family STEM Saturdays - Guided Lab - Spooky Bat Lantern

Sat, Oct 21, 11:30am - 11:45am

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.

Sat, Oct 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Fab Lab

Get your home or porch ready for Halloween! Create your own spooky Halloween bat lantern in the Fab Lab using pieces cut with the Silhouette Cameo 4.

This event is full

Adobe Photoshop Level 1

Sat, Oct 21, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Blue Room

Learn about the functionality of Photoshop and explore the environment. Become familiar with using selection and editing tools.

Meetups at Melrose - Florida Mechanical Keyboards

Sat, Oct 21, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Tech Central

Local meetup of fellow hobbyists that collect mechanical keyboards, switches, and artisan keycaps.

Unity: Controlling Animations

Sat, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Melrose Classroom

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

Sat, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 5:30pm

Fab Lab

Explore, innovate and create in hands-on classes that empower you to take your idea from concept to design to reality.

Sat, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Photo Studio

Learn the Photography Studio workflow, procedures and best practices.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Adobe Photoshop Level 2

Sat, Oct 21, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Blue Room

Learn how to use layers, layer masks, free transform tools, and text tools. Become familiar with adding basic effects to images.

Code with CodeCombat (Ages 10-12)

Sun, Oct 22, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Audio Production Studio

Capture the right sound. Discover how microphones work, the key differences between microphones, and how to set up and tear down microphones, stands and cables. (tic101)

Sun, Oct 22, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Blue Room

Write real code. Use JavaScript or Python to complete challenges in CodeCombat. Explore mazes, loot treasure and defeat enemies in a fantasy adventure game using code.

Code with the Foos (Ages 5-6)

Sun, Oct 22, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

Learning Cube

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

Video Projection Fundamentals

Sun, Oct 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Melrose Stage

In this class you will learn common terminology for video projection as well as optimal set up techniques for them. We will also cover modes of Geometric Correction commonly found on projectors.

Glowforge 3D Laser Printer Orientation

Sun, Oct 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Fab Lab

Bring your design to reality with the Glowforge 3D Laser Printer at the Fab Lab. Learn machine layout and operations, proper settings and safety precautions, and how to gain access to our Glowforge.

Let's Play D&D Camp: Make a Character! (Ages 13-17) (3-Part)

Sun, Oct 22, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Video Production Studio

General Orientation and Video Studio Orientation are prerequisites. Prior to booking Melrose Center Video Studio, users are required to successfully complete a hands-on task oriented assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Sun, Oct 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Red Room

Learn to play Dungeons and Dragons! Create your character and play a real campaign with monsters, adventure and treasure.

Let's Play Pokémon TCG Camp (Ages 7-9) (3-Part)

Sun, Oct 22, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Learning Cube

You can be the very best pokemon trainer. Learn the rules of the game and winning strategies. Then test your skill in battles against your fellow trainers.

Sun, Oct 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Choose the right mic. Hear how different microphones pick up and transmit sound. Discover how to use polar patterns, proximity effect and phase to get the best sound for your project. (tic101)

Sun, Oct 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Photo Studio

Explore the basic operations of the Photo Studio cameras and lenses to optimize your photography skills. Learn basic camera settings and the use and care of camera lenses.

Audio Studio - Microphone Theory Level 3

Sun, Oct 22, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Video Production Studio

General Orientation and Video Studio Orientation are prerequisites. Prior to booking Melrose Center Video Studio, users are required to successfully complete a hands-on task oriented assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Sun, Oct 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Audio Production Studio

Record in stereo sound. Discover how to set-up microphones for a variety of stereo recording techniques and explore the pros and cons of each technique. (tic101)

Sew Your Own Wardrobe - Long-Sleeved Tunic Top (6-Part) - Intermediate Level

Sun, Oct 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Video Production Studio

Tour the Melrose Center Video Studio in this introductory class.

Mon, Oct 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Sewing Studio

Get started creating your own wardrobe. Learn to make an A-Line Long-Sleeved Tunic Top. Select the pattern size when registering. Students are required to bring fabric.

Mon, Oct 23, 10:00am - 5:45pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker.

Mon, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:00am

Papa Bear

Using rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments and more, we will be interacting together to help develop important pre-literacy skills in our littlest ones! Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Microsoft Word Level 1

Mon, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Purple Room

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.

Mon, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Game Development Lab / Simulators - Combined

Learn to drive with the Ultra Driving Simulator in realistic road conditions. Practice safety and defensive driving. Instruction will cover the use of the equipment and software. (tic101)

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Adobe Premiere Level 1

Mon, Oct 23, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Melrose Classroom

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

Mon, Oct 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

Papa Bear

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

Microsoft OneNote Fundamentals

Mon, Oct 23, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Mon, Oct 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Blue Room

Boost your productivity with Microsoft's powerful note-taking app. Learn how to organize your pages, revise your notes and collaborate with your team.

Voice & Bodywork for Actors

Mon, Oct 23, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Photo Studio

Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

Mon, Oct 23, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Melrose Rehearsal Space

Students learn exercises to make a connection between their voice and their bodies while warming up for a performance. These classes are taught by Melrose Performing Arts instructors.

Microsoft Word Level 2

Mon, Oct 23, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Purple Room

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

Sew Your Own Wardrobe - Long-Sleeved Tunic Top (6-Part) - Intermediate Level

Mon, Oct 23, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Game Development Lab / Simulators - Combined

Learn to fly with a professional flight simulator using realistic flight controls. Instruction will cover the use of the equipment and software. (tic101)

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Mon, Oct 23, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Sewing Studio

Get started creating your own wardrobe. Learn to make an A-Line Long-Sleeved Tunic Top. Select the pattern size when registering. Students are required to bring fabric.

Search and Apply for Jobs

Mon, Oct 23, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Blue Room

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.

Adobe Premiere Level 2

Mon, Oct 23, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Melrose Classroom

Discover a fast way to assemble a video edit by cutting to music. This hands-on class explores the creative aspect of motion picture editing.

General Orientation for the Melrose Center

Mon, Oct 23, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Video Production Studio

This hands-on class will introduce you to the Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro 4.6K G2 digital film camera. Learn camera setup, exposure settings and basic operation.

Mon, Oct 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

LED Wall

This orientation is your key to accessing the creative and collaborative spaces in the Melrose Center.

Video Studio Camera and Lens Level 2

Mon, Oct 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Audio Production Studio

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

Photo Composition

Mon, Oct 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Photo Studio

The rules of thirds is probably the most often referenced photography rule of composition. It is all about subject placement within the frame.

Mon, Oct 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Video Production Studio

Expand your knowledge of creative film and video camera operation techniques. Explore pulling focus, depth of field and shot composition using the rule of thirds.

Sewing - Easy Superhero Cape(2-Part) - Beginner Level

Mon, Oct 23, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

FlexSpace

Pilot real drones in Drone Zone. Compete in races and fly drones through obstacle course challenges, use the cannon to hit targets and the grabber to make deliveries.

Tue, Oct 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Sewing Studio

Are you ready for Halloween? Join us to make this easy superhero cape for a quick and easy costume sizes kids-adults. Students are required to bring materials. See the description for details.

Tue, Oct 24, 10:00am - 5:45pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker.

Tue, Oct 24, 10:30am - 2:00pm

Fab Lab

Explore, innovate and create in hands-on classes that empower you to take your idea from concept to design to reality.

Product Photography Level 1

Tue, Oct 24, 11:00am - 5:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Tue, Oct 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Photo Studio

Take professional photos for your website, catalog or flyers. Learn how to take crisp and clear commercial images of your products to make them more appealing to your customers.

Performance Coaching Sessions

Tue, Oct 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Melrose Rehearsal Space

Work with our performing arts instructor on your audition pieces, monologues and song selections in this open coaching session. Please provide performance piece/materials at the time of registration

Video Equipment Q&A

Tue, Oct 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Video Production Studio

Do you want to master the equipment in the Video Studio or need a quick review for the assessment? Let us help! A Video instructor will be available to assist you in this open lab.

Sewing - Easy Superhero Cape(2-Part) - Beginner Level

Tue, Oct 24, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Sewing Studio

Are you ready for Halloween? Join us to make this easy superhero cape for a quick and easy costume sizes kids-adults. Students are required to bring materials. See the description for details.

Product Photography Level 2

Tue, Oct 24, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Photo Studio

Take your photos to the next level by learning to enhance and correct colors in Adobe Bridge and Adobe Photoshop. Recommended Audience: Adult

Career Academy: Interview Like a Pro

Tue, Oct 24, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Video Production Studio

Operate professional Kino Flo and Sola 4 lighting equipment and Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro 4.6K G2 digital film camera settings to evoke mood and feeling.

Tue, Oct 24, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Purple Room

You’ve landed an interview! Now what? Get tips that will help you to practice and prepare, and to write a memorable thank you letter.

Tue, Oct 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Audio Learning Lab

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

Video Studio Audio and Data Management

Tue, Oct 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Photo Studio

Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Theatre 101

Tue, Oct 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Melrose Rehearsal Space

Learn basic theater terminology, types of theaters and the roles each person plays in productions in this introductory theater class. This class is taught by Melrose Performing Arts instructors.

Tue, Oct 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Video Production Studio

Learn how to record crisp, clear audio through microphone placement and accurate audio levels. Use proper procedure to transfer your video files from the camera to your personal devices.

Battleship with Excel (Ages 7-9)

Tue, Oct 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Audio Learning Lab

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

Tue, Oct 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Blue Room

Create and play fun games with Microsoft Excel. Learn about the basics of spreadsheets while playing a version of the classic game Battleship.

Sewing - Beginner Applique - Confident Beginner Level

Wed, Oct 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Sewing Studio

Turn scraps of fabric into beautiful designs using different stitches and stabilizers. Learn three great methods to applique with a sewing machine.

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Silhouette Cameo Orientation

Wed, Oct 25, 10:00am - 5:45pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker.

Wed, Oct 25, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Fab Lab

Bring your design to reality with the Silhouette Cameo 4 at the Fab Lab. Learn machine layout and operations, proper settings and safety precautions, and how to gain access to our Cameo 4.

Wed, Oct 25, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Photo Studio

Explore the basic studio set up and the workflow in the studio environment. Learn the importance of good lighting and how to light for best results. Practice using our portable backdrops.

Wed, Oct 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Video Production Studio

Tour the Melrose Center Video Studio in this introductory class.

A Decade in Film: 2000s

Wed, Oct 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Albertson Room

This series explores film through each of the decades our Library has been open! Celebrate the history of film every single month here at the Downtown Library.

Sewing - Pillowcase - Beginner Level

Wed, Oct 25, 11:00am - 5:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

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Wed, Oct 25, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Sewing Studio

Create a classic pillowcase with a contrasting cuff. Professionally finish your project with French seams, while practicing straight stitches. Students are required to bring fabric.

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Wed, Oct 25, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Photo Studio

Practice with the studio's lighting equipment and learn how to properly place them in order to get the best lighting effects.

Scene Study - Building to Transition

Wed, Oct 25, 1:30pm - 5:30pm

Video Production Studio

Video Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Video Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

Wed, Oct 25, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Melrose Rehearsal Space

A scene study course designed to build to a pivotal moment in the script, specifically scenes transitioning into songs. These classes are taught by Melrose Performing Arts instructors.

Thu, Oct 26, 10:00am - 5:45pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker.

Thu, Oct 26, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Sewing Studio

Come to the Sewing Studio at the Orlando Public Library and bring your sewing projects. All the tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own patterns and materials.

Thu, Oct 26, 10:30am - 11:00am

Audio Production Studio

Prior to booking a studio, users are required to successfully complete a brief thirty minute studio-specific assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Thu, Oct 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Photo Studio

Learn the Photography Studio workflow, procedures and best practices.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Thu, Oct 26, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Prior to booking a studio, users are required to successfully complete a brief thirty minute studio-specific assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Thu, Oct 26, 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Thu, Oct 26, 2:00pm - 5:30pm

Fab Lab

Explore, innovate and create in hands-on classes that empower you to take your idea from concept to design to reality.

Video Conferencing Basics - PLA DigitalLearn

Thu, Oct 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Get hands-on experience with Melrose Photo Instructors in a session designed to help answer your questions about Photography (Cameras, Lighting, Studio, etc.)

Thu, Oct 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Blue Room

Learn how to create an account on a popular video conferencing platform (Zoom) and build confidence when using features of the platform in an online meeting.

Let's Knit Tube Socks (8-Part) - Confident Beginner Level

Fri, Oct 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Learning Cube

Knit your first pair of socks. Without a defined heel, tube socks present an easier way to start socks. Practice knitting in the round while learning how to shape socks and knit stretchy openings.

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Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine

Fri, Oct 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Sewing Studio

Ever wanted to make your own custom clothes, home decor, costumes or accessories? Join us in this basic sewing class and learn about sewing safety, basic sewing machine skills and stitching seams.

This event is full

Fri, Oct 27, 10:00am - 5:45pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker.

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

Fri, Oct 27, 10:30am - 11:00am

Audio Production Studio

Prior to booking a studio, users are required to successfully complete a brief thirty minute studio-specific assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Fri, Oct 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Blue Room

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.

Fri, Oct 27, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Photo Studio

Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

Fri, Oct 27, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Video Production Studio

Video Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Video Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Fri, Oct 27, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Prior to booking a studio, users are required to successfully complete a brief thirty minute studio-specific assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Fri, Oct 27, 1:30pm - 5:30pm

Sewing Studio

Come to the Sewing Studio at the Orlando Public Library and bring your sewing projects. All the tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own patterns and materials.

Resume Writing

Fri, Oct 27, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Blue Room

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 and library resources.

Fri, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Gear up in the Audio Studio. Use microphones, preamps, interfaces and control surfaces to route an audio signal into Pro Tools for recording and mixing. (tic101)

Web Design - CSS Level 3

Fri, Oct 27, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Blue Room

Do you want to draw more attention to your site? A full-screen video background is a solution.

3D Printer Orientation

Fri, Oct 27, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Fab Lab

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.

Fri, Oct 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Audio Production Studio

Route your mix. Send individual mixes to artists in the studio, route and import audio and MIDI into Pro Tools, and save your work to various media. (tic101)

Creepy Crawlies and Monster Mayhem - Trick or Treat Safe Zone

Fri, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Photo Studio

Learn the Photography Studio workflow, procedures and best practices.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Sat, Oct 28, 10:00am - 3:00pm

Children's Department - Ask at Desk

Challenge yourself to escape from our monsters and creepy crawlers, by conquering our games and feats of skill. Recommended for families with children ages 3 and up.

Not-So-Haunted House - Trick or Treat Safe Zone

Sat, Oct 28, 10:00am - 3:00pm

Magnolia & Palm Room - Combined

Step into the magical world of adventure and imagination. Travel through the sea of monsters, protect the library from aliens and have a ton of spooky fun. Recommended for families.

Pumpkin Patch Fun - Trick or Treat Safe Zone

Sat, Oct 28, 10:00am - 3:00pm

Under the Sea

Explore, play, and participate in various activities. Enjoy fun fall-themed games for everyone. Recommended for families.

Tourist City Ghostbusters - Trick or Treat Safe Zone

Sat, Oct 28, 10:00am - 3:00pm

Melrose Gallery

Ghosts, goblins, monsters, and minions go bump in the night. Learn about ghost-busting equipment and inspect various haunted artifacts inside cases. Recommended for families.

Sensory Swamp - Trick or Treat Safe Zone

Sat, Oct 28, 10:00am - 3:00pm

Club Central

Take part in spooky-themed activities and crafts. Get hands-on with the marshes and explore natural haunts hidden in the bog. Crafts are available while supplies last. Recommended for families.

Teen Volunteering: Trick or Treat Safe Zone - Shift One

Sat, Oct 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Club Central - Ask at Desk

High school students will earn two hours of community service by lending a hand at Orlando Public Library's Trick or Treat Safe Zone event! Costumes encouraged. Recommended for ages 13-18.

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Sat, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

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.

Sat, Oct 28, 11:00am - 11:30am

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 36 months.

Sat, Oct 28, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Video Production Studio

Video Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Video Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

Relax in Peace - Trick or Treat Safe Zone

Sat, Oct 28, 11:30am - 11:45am

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.

Sat, Oct 28, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Papa Bear

Take a break from the Halloween hustle and bustle! Enjoy 'creepy', calming activities and 'spooky' stations for the entire family. Recommended for families.

Spooktacular Musical Band - Trick or Treat Safe Zone

Sat, Oct 28, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Library Central

Come together with Central Florida Vocal Arts for a spine-tingling musical experience. Embark on a not-so-spooky Halloween ensemble. Recommended for families.

Rescheduled

Meetups at Melrose - Florida Mechanical Keyboards

Sat, Oct 28, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

New date Saturday, October 21, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Local meetup of fellow hobbyists that collect mechanical keyboards, switches, and artisan keycaps.

Music with Mr. Richard - Trick or Treat Safe Zone

Sat, Oct 28, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Melrose Stage

Liven up and sing along to original and wacky songs. Experience live music with a guitar and rock out with the whole family. Get ready to move and dance together. Recommended for families.

Teen Volunteering: Trick or Treat Safe Zone - Shift Two

Sat, Oct 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Club Central - Ask at Desk

High school students will earn two hours of community service by lending a hand at Orlando Public Library's Trick or Treat Safe Zone event! Costumes encouraged. Recommended for ages 13-18.

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Spooktacular Musical Band - Trick or Treat Safe Zone

Sat, Oct 28, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Library Central

Come together with Central Florida Vocal Arts for a spine-tingling musical experience. Embark on a not-so-spooky Halloween ensemble. Recommended for families.

Sat, Oct 28, 2:00pm - 5:30pm

Fab Lab

Explore, innovate and create in hands-on classes that empower you to take your idea from concept to design to reality.

Sat, Oct 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Photo Studio

Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

Sat, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Video Production Studio

Operate professional Kino Flo and Sola 4 lighting equipment and Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro 4.6K G2 digital film camera settings to evoke mood and feeling.

Sun, Oct 29, 1:30pm - 5:30pm

Audio Production Studio

Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

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Introduction to LED Video Walls

Sun, Oct 29, 1:30pm - 5:30pm

Video Production Studio

Video Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Video Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

Sun, Oct 29, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

LED Wall

Using the LED Wall at the Melrose Center as a case study, learn about the components of a system as well as talk about the types of LED walls.

Become a Drone Pilot (Ages 7-9)

Sun, Oct 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

FlexSpace

Pilot real drones in Drone Zone. Compete in races and fly drones through obstacle course challenges.

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Battle Improv Workshop with Power2Improv - Power2Improv Workshop Series

Sun, Oct 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Learn the two-team improv battle format, Including: how to support your team, engaging with the opposing team and having fun with both. Registration Required.

Let's Play D&D: Adventure Begins Board Game (Ages 13-17)

Sun, Oct 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Red Room

Learn to play Dungeons and Dragons! Step into the exciting world of D&D with the Adventure Begins board game. Choose your character and work together to face obstacles and defeat monsters.

Fundamentals of Sound for Audio Engineering

Sun, Oct 29, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Audio Learning Lab

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

Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine

Sun, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

FlexSpace

Pilot real drones in Drone Zone. Compete in races and fly drones through obstacle course challenges, use the cannon to hit targets and the grabber to make deliveries.

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

Sewing Studio

Ever wanted to make your own custom clothes, home decor, costumes or accessories? Join us in this basic sewing class and learn about sewing safety, basic sewing machine skills and stitching seams.

This event is full

Mon, Oct 30, 10:00am - 5:45pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker.

Mon, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:00am

Papa Bear

Using rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments and more, we will be interacting together to help develop important pre-literacy skills in our littlest ones! Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Microsoft Word Level 3

Mon, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:30am

Purple Room

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

Adobe Premiere Level 3

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

Melrose Classroom

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

Mon, Oct 30, 10:30am - 2:30pm

Video Production Studio

Video Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Video Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

Mon, Oct 30, 11:00am - 11:30am

Papa Bear

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

Microsoft Outlook: E-mail

Mon, Oct 30, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

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Mon, Oct 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Blue Room

Learn how to create, forward, reply, and add attachments to e-mails.

Microsoft Word Level 4

Mon, Oct 30, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Purple Room

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.

Sewing - Patterns and Fabric - Beginner Level

Mon, Oct 30, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Sewing Studio

Reading the hieroglyphics on a sewing pattern can be quite intimidating. Learn to read a professional sewing pattern, how to layout fabric and prepare material for a project.

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Microsoft Outlook: Calendar

Mon, Oct 30, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Blue Room

Learn how to schedule appointments and set tasks and reminders.

Adobe Premiere Level 4

Mon, Oct 30, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Melrose Classroom

Transform the look of your videos using color correction techniques in Premiere Pro! Color Correction is a must-learn skill for everyone involved with filmmaking and video production.

Mon, Oct 30, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Audio Learning Lab

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

Mon, Oct 30, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Video Production Studio

General Orientation and Video Studio Orientation are prerequisites. Prior to booking Melrose Center Video Studio, users are required to successfully complete a hands-on task oriented assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Mon, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Audio Learning Lab

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

Bring Your Art to Life with AR (Ages 7-9)

Mon, Oct 30, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Video Production Studio

General Orientation and Video Studio Orientation are prerequisites. Prior to booking Melrose Center Video Studio, users are required to successfully complete a hands-on task oriented assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Mon, Oct 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Red Room

Fill in a magic coloring page and watch your picture come to life. Use an awesome app called Quiver to interact with the page and even play games using a smart device - that's augmented reality!

Sewing - Buttonholes and Buttons - Confident Beginner Level

Mon, Oct 30, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Video Production Studio

General Orientation and Video Studio Orientation are prerequisites. Prior to booking Melrose Center Video Studio, users are required to successfully complete a hands-on task oriented assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Pro Tools Level 3

Mon, Oct 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Audio Learning Lab

Master key concepts to help shape your sound with MIDI.

Recycled Bookmarks

Tue, Oct 31, All day

Would You Like a Bookmark Made of Recycled Book Jackets? Then Please come to the Children's Library and Take One! Limited Supply.

Tue, Oct 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Sewing Studio

Go beyond the basics with your sewing machine! Learn to stabilize and stitch machine buttonholes for a polished finish, then use your machine to attach buttons for the perfect project accent.

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Test Event

Tue, Oct 31, 10:00am - 10:05am

Club Central

Test event, please disregard.

Tue, Oct 31, 10:00am - 3:00pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker.

Microsoft Excel Level 1

Tue, Oct 31, 10:30am - 11:30am

Blue Room

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

VR Learning Stations Orientation

Tue, Oct 31, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Photo Studio

Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

Tue, Oct 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Game Development Lab / Simulators - Combined

Learn how to set up and modify a VR headset's features, navigate its operating system, and maintain a safe environment when using a VR Learning Station.

Tue, Oct 31, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

Microsoft Excel Level 2

Tue, Oct 31, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Blue Room

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

Sewing - Infinity Scarf - Beginner Level

Tue, Oct 31, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Video Production Studio

Tour the Melrose Center Video Studio in this introductory class.

Tue, Oct 31, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Sewing Studio

Create a classic infinity scarf. Turn a simple rectangle of fabric into a stylish accessory. Students are required to bring thread and fabric.

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Cybersecurity Basics - PLA DigitalLearn

Tue, Oct 31, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Purple Room

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.

Adobe Photoshop Smoke and Fire Text Effects

Tue, Oct 31, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Purple Room

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.

Photo Studio Orientation

Tue, Oct 31, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Photo Studio

Tour the Photography Studio and explore the training options available. Learn the studio workflow, procedures and best practices. Recommended Audience: Adult

Tue, Oct 31, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Audio Production Studio

Prior to booking a studio, users are required to successfully complete a brief thirty minute studio-specific assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Tue, Oct 31, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Audio Production Studio

Prior to booking a studio, users are required to successfully complete a brief thirty minute studio-specific assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Sewing - Quilt Block of the Month - Intermediate Level

Tue, Oct 31, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Photo Studio

Learn the Photography Studio workflow, procedures and best practices.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Wed, Nov 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Sewing Studio

Build a custom quilt block by block. Join us each month for a new design, come for one class or take them all. At the end of the year you will have a complete project perfect for keeping warm.

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

Photo Studio

Learn the Photography Studio workflow, procedures and best practices.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

A Decade in Film: 2010s

Wed, Nov 01, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Albertson Room

This series explores film through each of the decades our Library has been open! Celebrate the history of film every single month here at the Downtown Library.

How to Make Green Screen Videos

Wed, Nov 01, 11:00am - 5:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

Wed, Nov 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Video Production Studio

Want to add some excitement to your movie? Learn how to make green screen videos at the Melrose Center. This class will show students how to light and shoot a green screen movie.

Sewing - Quilting Open Lab - Intermediate Level

Wed, Nov 01, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Sewing Studio

Wed, Nov 01, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Photo Studio

Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

DaVinci Resolve: Edit Page

Wed, Nov 01, 1:30pm - 5:30pm

Video Production Studio

Video Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Video Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

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

Melrose Classroom

Start video editing with DaVinci Resolve’s Edit Page.

DaVinci Resolve: Color Page

Wed, Nov 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Game Development Lab / Simulators - Combined

Learn to fly with a professional flight simulator using realistic flight controls. Instruction will cover the use of the equipment and software. (tic101)

Please contact the library to register for this event.

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

Melrose Classroom

Learn the basics of color grading using DaVinci Resolve and RAW video.

Wed, Nov 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Fab Lab

Learn to drive with the Ultra Driving Simulator in realistic road conditions. Practice safety and defensive driving. Instruction will cover the use of the equipment and software. (tic101)

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Thu, Nov 02, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Sewing Studio

Come to the Sewing Studio at the Orlando Public Library and bring your sewing projects. All the tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own patterns and materials.

Thu, Nov 02, 10:30am - 2:00pm

Fab Lab

Explore, innovate and create in hands-on classes that empower you to take your idea from concept to design to reality.

Celebrate Through Film: Native American Heritage Month

Thu, Nov 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Video Production Studio

This hands-on class will introduce you to the Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro 4.6K G2 digital film camera. Learn camera setup, exposure settings and basic operation.

Thu, Nov 02, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Albertson Room

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month through film this November.

Thu, Nov 02, 11:00am - 5:00pm

Audio Production Studio

Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

General Orientation for the Melrose Center

Thu, Nov 02, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Photo Studio

Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

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

LED Wall

This orientation is your key to accessing the creative and collaborative spaces in the Melrose Center.

Video Studio Camera and Lens Level 2

Thu, Nov 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Video Production Studio

Expand your knowledge of creative film and video camera operation techniques. Explore pulling focus, depth of field and shot composition using the rule of thirds.

Thu, Nov 02, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Video Production Studio

Operate professional Kino Flo and Sola 4 lighting equipment and Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro 4.6K G2 digital film camera settings to evoke mood and feeling.

Video Studio Audio and Data Management

Thu, Nov 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Get hands-on experience with Melrose Photo Instructors in a session designed to help answer your questions about Photography (Cameras, Lighting, Studio, etc.)

Thu, Nov 02, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Video Production Studio

Learn how to record crisp, clear audio through microphone placement and accurate audio levels. Use proper procedure to transfer your video files from the camera to your personal devices.

Let's Knit Tube Socks (8-Part) - Confident Beginner Level

Fri, Nov 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Learning Cube

Knit your first pair of socks. Without a defined heel, tube socks present an easier way to start socks. Practice knitting in the round while learning how to shape socks and knit stretchy openings.

Registration is now closed

Sewing - Cricut Design Space and Maker

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

Photo Studio

Explore the basic studio set up and the workflow in the studio environment. Learn the importance of good lighting and how to light for best results. Practice using our portable backdrops.

Fri, Nov 03, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Sewing Studio

Learn to use Cricut Design Space Software to create a custom vinyl transfer, sticker and more. Create a unique look and style while learning to use the software, Cricut Maker and Heat Press.

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Indigenous Tales

Fri, Nov 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Papa Bear

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, learn about the indigenous people of North America. Appreciate their cultures through stories, songs, games & crafts. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Glowforge 3D Laser Printer Orientation

Fri, Nov 03, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Fab Lab

Bring your design to reality with the Glowforge 3D Laser Printer at the Fab Lab. Learn machine layout and operations, proper settings and safety precautions, and how to gain access to our Glowforge.

This event is full

Fri, Nov 03, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Video Production Studio

Video Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Video Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

Web Design - HTML Level 1

Fri, Nov 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Audio Production Studio

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

Fri, Nov 03, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Purple Room

Want to expand your skills? Learn how to layout Web pages using HTML5 tags. In this class, learn how to create a header, footer and different sections in a Web page.

Fri, Nov 03, 1:30pm - 5:30pm

Sewing Studio

Come to the Sewing Studio at the Orlando Public Library and bring your sewing projects. All the tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own patterns and materials.

Web Design - HTML Level 2

Fri, Nov 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Photo Studio

Practice with the studio's lighting equipment and learn how to properly place them in order to get the best lighting effects.

Fri, Nov 03, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Purple Room

Learn basic Web design processes and terminology and how to create a simple Web page using HTML tags.

Fri, Nov 03, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Audio Production Studio

Prior to booking a studio, users are required to successfully complete a brief thirty minute studio-specific assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.