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Literary Agents and the Querying Process

Traditional Publishing Summer Boot Camp, Session 2
2023-06-13 19:00:00 2023-06-13 20:00:00 America/New_York Literary Agents and the Querying Process Author Michael Mammay will discuss what literary agents do, who needs one, and how to find and choose one. Learn how to prepare, querying strategies, and what happens when an agent is interested. Online - Virtual Room - EPD

Tuesday, June 13
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-06-13 19:00:00 2023-06-13 20:00:00 America/New_York Literary Agents and the Querying Process Author Michael Mammay will discuss what literary agents do, who needs one, and how to find and choose one. Learn how to prepare, querying strategies, and what happens when an agent is interested. Online - Virtual Room - EPD

Online

Virtual Room - EPD

Author Michael Mammay will discuss what literary agents do, who needs one, and how to find and choose one. Learn how to prepare, querying strategies, and what happens when an agent is interested.

See the full Traditional Publishing Summer Boot Camp series.

This event will NOT discuss how to write a query. Please register for Traditional Publishing Summer Boot Camp, Session 3 to learn all about the query letter itself.

This is a Virtual Event hosted through Zoom. You will receive an email with a link to access the Zoom room before the event from your event host.  
 
A computer with access to the internet and speakers or headsets are required. 
 
If using a mobile device, Android and iOS users must install the Zoom App. However, please note interactivity may be limited.  

This event will not be recorded and playback will not be available. Please arrive on time.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Authors - Books - Writing |

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

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Wed, Jun 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired
During this 4-Session program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 6/20 Session 1, 6/21 Session 2, 6/27 Session 3, 6/28 Session 4
Virtual: English from Zero
Wed, Jun 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!
Online Class: Web Design - HTML Level 1
Wed, Jun 21, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Learn basic Web design processes and terminology and how to create a simple Web page using HTML tags. Recommended Audience: Adult
Online: Adobe Premiere Level 3
Wed, Jun 21, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
Add excitement and life to your movie! Use effects to transform a single angle video into a visually engaging multi-angle piece.
Online: Melrose Audio Meetups - Creating Depth with Compression and Equalization
Wed, Jun 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 3
This meetup is organized and hosted by the Audio Studio instructors of The Dorothy Lumley Melrose Center. (tic101)
Online: Flash Photography
Wed, Jun 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn how different types of photography flashes work and how to use them to achieve professional results.
Using DNAPainter.com
Wed, Jun 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Room - West Oaks
Learn about the key DNA tools and features available on the DNAPainter.com website.
Online: Adobe Premiere Level 4
Wed, Jun 21, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
Transform the look of your videos using color correction techniques in Adobe Premiere. Learn the importance of color correction in filmmaking and video production.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Online Class: Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns (3-Part) - Summer Butterfly
Thu, Jun 22, 10:15am - 11:15am
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Summer is a beautiful time to stitch butterflies. Geometric designs come together stitch by stitch using Sashiko hand sewing techniques.
This event is full
Little Chef: Frozen Treats
Thu, Jun 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Room - South Creek
Beat the heat with a variety of ice-cold frozen treat recipes. Little ones will learn cooking skills such as kitchen safety, layering, measuring, and presentation. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Global Genealogy: Newfoundland
Thu, Jun 22, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual Room - West Oaks
Explore the rich research resources and collections that are held in a variety of archives and repositories in Newfoundland, Canada. Discover what records are available and how to use them.
Virtual: English from Zero
Thu, Jun 22, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!
Virtual: English Conversation Hour
Thu, Jun 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Room - Winter Garden
Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual English Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!
Minecraft Mania! Civil Engineering #2 - Summer at Your Library
Thu, Jun 22, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Let your creativity run wild as you design, build, and explore a custom built city, overcoming unexpected obstacles! Recommended for ages 13-18.
Virtual Event: Citizenship Inspired - Week 4
Thu, Jun 22, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired
During this 4-class program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview.
Online Class: Pipe Cleaner Crafts (Ages 7-9)
Thu, Jun 22, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Create toys and rings with pipe cleaners. Make dinosaurs, butterflies, flowers and more with easy-to-use craft supplies.
Online Class: Let's Loom Knit Socks (8-Part) - Advanced Level
Thu, Jun 22, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Overcome you fear of making socks in the fun loom knit class. Learn how to create short row heels and toes. Students are required to provide materials.
Registration is now closed
Online Class: Web Design - HTML Level 2
Thu, Jun 22, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Want to expand your skills? Learn how to layout Web pages using HTML5 tags. In this class, you learn how to create a header, footer and different sections in a Web page. Recommended Audience: Adult
Virtual: English from Zero
Thu, Jun 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!
Online Class: Google Earth (Ages 7-9)
Fri, Jun 23, 9:30am - 10:15am
Online Technology Classroom 2
Fly around the globe and view famous world landmarks using Google Earth.
Online Class: Write a Business Letter (Ages 13-17)
Fri, Jun 23, 10:00am - 10:45am
Online Technology Classroom 1
The few letters that you will write will probably be very important ones. Take the opportunity to equip yourself with an important life skill by learning acceptable ways to write a business letter.
Sketching 101
Fri, Jun 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Room - EPD
Learn the basics of sketching through use of simple art techniques and observing the world around you. Materials: All you need is a #2 pencil, colored pencils, paper, and paper towel.
Online Class: Create Effective Presentations (Ages 10-12)
Fri, Jun 23, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Create a dynamic slideshow presentation with animations and cool images for a school project using Microsoft PowerPoint.
Online Class: Let's Crochet Plarn Zippered Bag - Intermediate
Fri, Jun 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Use plastic yarn made from grocery bags to crochet an upcycled, functional zippered bag! We will be using crochet in the round and hand sewing for this project.
Speaking Clearly Beginners
Fri, Jun 23, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Speaking Clearly is a pronunciation class for beginners. The class is designed to introduce learners to the basics of the sounds of English for pronunciation.
Online Class: Roblox Game Design (Ages 7-9)
Fri, Jun 23, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Create Roblox games. In this introduction to game design and coding learn how to manipulate 3D parts to create obstacles and racers, then use code to bring your game to life.
This event is full
Online Class: Let's Embroider a Passport Holder - Confident Beginner Level
Fri, Jun 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Make your passport fashionable and ready for summer adventures with an easy felt cover featuring a simple embroidery design.
English Conversation Hour
Fri, Jun 23, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Virtual Room - Windermere
Come practice your English speaking skills during the English Conversation Hour. All proficiency levels are welcomed!
Virtual: Little Readers
Sat, Jun 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual Room - Windermere
Start your child's reading journey with engaging activities focused on phonics and sight words. Emergent readers should be able to recognize all alphabetical letters. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Battleship with Excel (Ages 7-9)
Sat, Jun 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Online Technology Classroom 1
Create and play fun games with Microsoft Excel. Learn about the basics of spreadsheets while playing a version of the classic game Battleship.
Online Class: Computer Programming Level 1 (Ages 10-12)
Sat, Jun 24, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
There's only one thing cooler than using a computer program and that is creating one. Explore the world of computer programming in a friendly development environment that is easy to master.
Online Class: Build a Website (Ages 13-17)
Sat, Jun 24, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Create a website with WordPress. Customize the appearance and layout of your site to get the look you want by using a wide selection of free design options.
Online Class: Computer Programming Level 2 (Ages 10-12)
Sat, Jun 24, 1:45pm - 2:30pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Take your skills even further. Have fun programming cool controls for your game.
Online: Adobe Design Coach
Sun, Jun 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Do you need feedback on your latest graphic design projects? Or assistance with assignments? Join this open session for 1 on 1 help with everything Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
Online: 3D Design with Adobe Stager
Sun, Jun 25, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn the basics of this intuitive 3D application to create photo-realistic mockups.
All-Levels Yoga
Mon, Jun 26, 9:00am - 10:00am
Virtual Room - EPD
Get moving with this energizing and relaxing yoga sequence for all-levels. Tap into the strength, balance, flexibility and relaxation that your body can provide you.
In-Person: Social Worker @ the Library
Mon, Jun 26, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Alafaya - Flex Space
Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services.
Speaking Clearly Advanced
Mon, Jun 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual ESL Room 2
Speaking Clearly Advanced is a course designed for students who want to improve their speaking and presentation skills.
Sesame Street Storytime
Mon, Jun 26, 11:00am - 11:45am
Virtual Room - Alafaya
Can you tell me how to get, how to get to Sesame Street? Let's make it a sunny day with a virtual storytime and craft celebrating our favorite friends. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Healthy Relationships: Consent and Boundaries
Mon, Jun 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Room - EPD
Victim Service Center of Central Florida presents a three-part series on healthy relationships. Learn effective communication and boundaries within dating relationships. Ages 18 and up.
Online Class: Budgeting with Excel (Ages 10-12)
Mon, Jun 26, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Perform numerical calculation in Microsoft Excel and learn how to use the tools needed to create a budget.
Virtual: English from Zero
Mon, Jun 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!
This event is full
Online: Adobe Illustrator Level 3
Mon, Jun 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Explore the benefits of having a defined and consistent visual design style. Use a variety of tools and techniques to apply styles such as watercolor, flat, outline and more.
Virtual: English Conversation Hour
Mon, Jun 26, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual English Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!
Online: Adobe Illustrator Level 4
Mon, Jun 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Design a poster in Adobe Illustrator. Use the Transform options to scale objects, frame images using the Transparency panel and speed up text formatting with Paragraph Styles.
Online Class: Cybersecurity Basics - PLA DigitalLearn
Mon, Jun 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
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.
"Hola Amigos" - Spanish from Zero for Kids with Ms. Brenda
Mon, Jun 26, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
Virtual Class - Basic Spanish for children and families with Ms. Brenda
Virtual: English from Zero
Mon, Jun 26, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!
Pajama Party
Mon, Jun 26, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Room - Alafaya
Put on your pajamas and enjoy an interactive virtual storytime with book, songs, games, and a craft. Recommended for ages 3 - 5.
Online: Adobe After Effects Level 1
Tue, Jun 27, 10:00am - 11:15am
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn the basics of animation in this Adobe After Effects starter class. Explore compositions, layers, keyframes, and motion paths by creating a bouncing ball animation.
Virtual: Writing Clearly for Beginners
Tue, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will review different grammar points in English and basic sentence writing.
Veteran Resources
Tue, Jun 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Room - EPD
A representative from the Orlando VA will present suicide prevention and resources available to our veterans. Learn how to access VA and community emergency services.
Ready, Set, Sail!
Tue, Jun 27, 11:00am - 11:45am
Virtual Room - Southeast
All aboard junior sailors! Get ready to sail through stories, activities and talk about boats. Put on your lab coat to build and test whether your boat will sink or float. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Online Class: Let's Crochet Granny Squares - Confident Beginner Level
Tue, Jun 27, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Crochet a classic granny square. Granny squares are the foundation of many blankets, bags and sweaters. Learn how to crochet in circles and then use increase stitches to make a square.
Online Class: Digital Sculpting (Ages 10-12)
Tue, Jun 27, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Create detailed sculptures in a digital environment. Learn to use ZbrushCoreMini and the intuitive brushes and tools to create amazing artwork.
Online: Adobe After Effects Level 2
Tue, Jun 27, 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Create a spectacular celestial video animation using a few stills and Adobe After Effects. Learn how to import footage, set up a composition, and animate layers using keyframes.
Computer Programming Level 2 (Ages 10-12)
Tue, Jun 27, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Take your skills even further. Have fun programming cool controls for your game.
Genealogy Box: Organizing Documents
Tue, Jun 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Room - West Oaks
Have you ever received a box of family memorabilia from a relative and weren’t sure how to process the items? Learn how to scan, catalog, and handle a box full of surprise genealogical keepsakes.
Online: Make a LEGO Movie (3-Day) (Ages 9+)
Tue, Jun 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn how to create a LEGO stop motion movie.
Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)
Tue, Jun 27, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired
During this 4-Session program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 6/20 Session 1, 6/21 Session 2, 6/27 Session 3, 6/28 Session 4
Virtual: English from Zero
Tue, Jun 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!
Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya
Tue, Jun 27, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Room - Alafaya
Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.
Spanish from Zero - Basics with Ms. Brenda
Tue, Jun 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
Basic Spanish- Come and learn Spanish basics with Ms. Brenda.
Virtual Event: Pathfinder Society Drop-in Adventures
Tue, Jun 27, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Virtual Room - Winter Garden
Welcome to Pathfinder Second Edition. Each event hosts a one night adventure inside an ongoing global fantasy roleplaying campaign known as Pathfinder Society Scenarios. Ages 18+
Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Smoke and Fire Text Effects
Tue, Jun 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Make simple text appear sensational! Learn to use filters, adjustment layers and brush tools to create text the appears to be on fire or a cloud of smoke.
Virtual: English Conversation Hour
Tue, Jun 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual English Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!
Virtual: Basic Spanish - with Ms. Wilnelia
Tue, Jun 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Room - North Orange
Basic Spanish. Vocabulary Workshop for Beginners is a free Workshop for individuals who speak little to no Spanish.
Revising Your Manuscript - Traditional Publishing Summer Boot Camp, Session 4
Tue, Jun 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Room - EPD
Learn how to revise your manuscript for publication. Author and mentor Shannon A. Thompson will provide self-editing tips and discuss how to handle feedback from critique partners.
Southwest Book Club: - Lightning Strike
Tue, Jun 27, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual Room - Southwest
Join the Southwest Book Club to discuss Lightning Strike by William Kent Krueger. A thriller mystery and coming- of- age story.  Registration required. 18+
Online Class: Pipe Cleaner Crafts (Ages 7-9)
Wed, Jun 28, 10:00am - 10:45am
Online Technology Classroom 1
Create toys and rings with pipe cleaners. Make dinosaurs, butterflies, flowers and more with easy-to-use craft supplies.
Online Class: Let's Crochet Mermaid Shell Scrubbies - Confident Beginner
Wed, Jun 28, 10:00am - 11:30am
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Use basic crochet stitches like single crochet and half double crochet to create mermaid shell scrubbies! We will be learning back loop only and scallop techniques for this class.
Online: Adobe Illustrator - Logo Design & Development
Wed, Jun 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Build your business logo using graphic design theory for concepts, color, and font choices. Learn the basics of designing a business logo using vector graphics tools.
Intermediate Spanish
Wed, Jun 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual Room - West Oaks
Intermediate Spanish is designed to introduce learners to Spanish grammar by focusing on the parts of speech, verb conjugations, sentence structure, and vocabulary building.
Discover America: Iowa
Wed, Jun 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Virtual Room - Southwest
Travel with us on a virtual road trip across America. Preschoolers will learn about a different state each week through educational activities, stories and crafts. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Online Class: Code with Minecraft (Ages 7-9) - Adventurer
Wed, Jun 28, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Join Alex and Steve on a Minecraft Adventure! Solve code challenges to explore, gather resources, and defeat mobs. Create algorithms, use loops, and debug your code.
Online: Adobe InDesign 101
Wed, Jun 28, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn the basics of this powerful application and how to integrate it into your workflow alongside Photoshop and Illustrator.
Virtual: English Conversation Hour
Wed, Jun 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual Room - Winter Garden
Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual English Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!
Online: Make a LEGO Movie (3-Day) (Ages 9+)
Wed, Jun 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn how to create a LEGO stop motion movie.
Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)
Wed, Jun 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired
During this 4-Session program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 6/20 Session 1, 6/21 Session 2, 6/27 Session 3, 6/28 Session 4
Virtual: English from Zero
Wed, Jun 28, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!
Online: Lightroom Classic Level 1 - Organizing Photos
Wed, Jun 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
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.
Online: Adobe After Effects Level 1
Wed, Jun 28, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn the basics of animation in this Adobe After Effects starter class. Explore compositions, layers, keyframes, and motion paths by creating a bouncing ball animation.
Online Class: Search and Apply for Jobs
Wed, Jun 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
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.
Cusine Corner: Spring Rolls
Wed, Jun 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Yamira Lee Johnson, head chef and founder of Breaking Bread with Mira, will guide us through the process of making spring rolls. Learn how you can make this delicious dish at home.
Lucidchart for Genealogy
Wed, Jun 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Room - West Oaks
Discover how you can use Lucidchart for your genealogy research. Learn how to build family trees, pedigree charts, and more!
Online: Lightroom Classic Level 2 - Developing Photos
Wed, Jun 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
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.
Online: Adobe After Effects Level 2
Wed, Jun 28, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Create a spectacular celestial video animation using a few stills and Adobe After Effects. Learn how to import footage, set up a composition, and animate layers using keyframes.
Author Talk with Tananarive Due - The Wishing Pool and Other Stories
Wed, Jun 28, 8:00pm - 9:00pm
Join us for a chat with Tananarive Due about her newest work, The Wishing Pool and Other Stories.Register
Online Class: Budgeting with Excel (Ages 10-12)
Thu, Jun 29, 9:30am - 10:15am
Online Technology Classroom 2
Perform numerical calculation in Microsoft Excel and learn how to use the tools needed to create a budget.
Online Class: Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns (3-Part) - Summer Butterfly
Thu, Jun 29, 10:15am - 11:15am
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Summer is a beautiful time to stitch butterflies. Geometric designs come together stitch by stitch using Sashiko hand sewing techniques.
This event is full
Genealogy Myths and Legends
Thu, Jun 29, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual Room - West Oaks
Family stories that are handed down from generation to generation are a wonderful thing but beware! Explore common family legends and the nuggets of truth behind them.
Virtual: English from Zero
Thu, Jun 29, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!
Virtual: English Conversation Hour
Thu, Jun 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Room - Winter Garden
Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual English Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!
Online: Make a LEGO Movie (3-Day) (Ages 9+)
Thu, Jun 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn how to create a LEGO stop motion movie.
Minecraft Mania! Electrical Engineering - Summer at Your Library
Thu, Jun 29, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Put your engineering skills to the test as we design and learn about various circuits using redstone and minecarts! Recommended for ages 13-18.
Online Class: 3D Design with TinkerCad (10-12)
Thu, Jun 29, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Use TinkerCAD, a free online application, to design your own custom 3D objects. Learn the basics of 3D design using shapes, cutouts and colors.
Online Class: Let's Loom Knit Socks (8-Part) - Advanced Level
Thu, Jun 29, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Overcome you fear of making socks in the fun loom knit class. Learn how to create short row heels and toes. Students are required to provide materials.
Registration is now closed
Online: Adobe After Effects Level 3
Thu, Jun 29, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
Raise your video production value with motion graphic elements. Animate lower-third titles by using After Effect's shape layers, solid layers, type tool and anchor point tool.
Virtual Event: Winter Garden Book Club
Thu, Jun 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Room - Winter Garden
Join us as we discuss Lady in the Lake by Laura Lippman.
Virtual: English from Zero
Thu, Jun 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!
Online: Introduction to Infrared Photography
Thu, Jun 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Create impressive pictures using digital infrared techniques. Learn the basics of creating this unique effect by capturing the invisible infrared light with your digital camera.
Online: Adobe After Effects Level 4
Thu, Jun 29, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
Take animation to the third dimension! Discover how to use 3D Layers, 3D cameras and Z-space to create the illusion of depth and motion with still photographs.
Online: Photography Lenses Explained
Thu, Jun 29, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn about lens type characteristics, distortions, aberrations and how to fix them. We’ll also explore the relationship between lens focal length and sensor sizes.
Online Class: Pipe Cleaner Crafts (Ages 10-12)
Fri, Jun 30, 10:00am - 10:45am
Online Technology Classroom 1
Create toys and rings with pipe cleaners. Make dinosaurs, butterflies, flowers and more with easy-to-use craft supplies.
Online Class: Code with Minecraft (Ages 7-9) - Minecraft Designer
Fri, Jun 30, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Make your own Minecraft world! Program the environment, animals and mobs. Use algorithms, functions, loops, and conditions to complete code challenges.
Online Class: Crochet Along Cardigan - Intermediate
Fri, Jun 30, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Join us the last Friday of every month in 2023 to create a Crochet Along Cardigan!
Online Class: Let's Embroider a Sleep Mask - Confident Beginner Level
Fri, Jun 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Have sweet dreams anywhere you travel with this easy sleep mask featuring a cute embroidery design.
English Conversation Hour
Fri, Jun 30, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Virtual Room - Windermere
Come practice your English speaking skills during the English Conversation Hour. All proficiency levels are welcomed!
Online Class: Programming for Digital Media Level 1 (10-12)
Sat, Jul 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Online Technology Classroom 1
Create graphics with a simple to use programming language. Processing is used to create data visualization programs, interactive media, 3D art and multimedia software.
Online Class: Programming for Digital Media Level 2 (10-12)
Sat, Jul 01, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Create graphics with a simple to use programming language. Processing is used to create data visualization programs, interactive media, 3D art and multimedia software.
Online Class: Create Basic Spreadsheets (Ages 10-12)
Sat, Jul 01, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Crunch numbers in Microsoft Excel and learn how to use the tools needed to create a basic spreadsheet.
Speaking Clearly Beginners
Sat, Jul 01, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Speaking Clearly is a pronunciation class for beginners. The class is designed to introduce learners to the basics of the sounds of English for pronunciation.
Speaking Clearly Advanced
Mon, Jul 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual ESL Room 2
Speaking Clearly Advanced is a course designed for students who want to improve their speaking and presentation skills.
Sesame Street Storytime
Mon, Jul 03, 11:00am - 11:45am
Virtual Room - Alafaya
Can you tell me how to get, how to get to Sesame Street? Let's make it a sunny day with a virtual storytime and craft celebrating our favorite friends. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Be Safe Online (Ages 7-9)
Mon, Jul 03, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Learn safety tips and good practices when using the Internet.
Virtual: English from Zero
Mon, Jul 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!
This event is full
Online Class: Code with Minecraft (Ages 10-12) - Adventurer
Mon, Jul 03, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Join Alex and Steve on a Minecraft Adventure! Solve code challenges to explore, gather resources, and defeat mobs. Create algorithms, use loops, and debug your code.
Virtual: English Conversation Hour
Mon, Jul 03, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual English Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!
Pajama Party
Mon, Jul 03, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Room - Alafaya
Put on your pajamas and enjoy an interactive virtual storytime with book, songs, games, and a craft. Recommended for ages 3 - 5.
Online Class: Code with Code Studio (Ages 7-9)
Wed, Jul 05, 10:00am - 10:45am
Online Technology Classroom 1
Complete challenges using code. Explore computer science with characters from Frozen, Minecraft and Star Wars in Hour of Code tutorials.
Online Class: Let's Crochet Zipper Case - Intermediate
Wed, Jul 05, 10:00am - 11:30am
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Use in the round techniques and hand sewing to create a zipper pouch perfect for holding stationary! We will be learning how to hand sew a zipper to a finished project for this class.
Discover America: Louisiana
Wed, Jul 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Virtual Room - Southwest
Travel with us on a virtual road trip across America. Preschoolers will learn about a different state each week through educational activities, stories and crafts. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Online Class: Create Animated GIFs (Ages 10-12)
Wed, Jul 05, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Learn the frame animation capabilities of Adobe Photoshop through the creation of an animated GIF.
English Conversation Hour
Wed, Jul 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual Room - Winter Garden
Come practice your English speaking skills during the English Conversation Hour. All proficiency levels are welcomed!
Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Raegan
Wed, Jul 05, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.
Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)
Wed, Jul 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired
During this 4-Session program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 7/5 Session 1, 7/6 Session 2, 7/11 Session 3, 7/12 Session 4
Virtual: English from Zero
Wed, Jul 05, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!
Online Class: Web Design - CSS Level 1
Wed, Jul 05, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Want to take your coding skills to the next level? Learn how to write proper Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) code and format Web pages using external style sheets.
Online: Adobe Premiere Level 1
Wed, Jul 05, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Start creating top-notch digital video productions. This is an introduction to the basics of editing video footage.
Online: Adobe Photoshop - Skin Retouching
Wed, Jul 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
Discover how to achieve flawless and smooth skin on your photographs. Work with commonly used tools and techniques to remove blemishes, soften skin and restore an image's texture.
Genetic Genealogy Foundations Series
Wed, Jul 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Room - West Oaks
Learn about DNA testing and the different types of tests on the market avaialble to help you with your genealogy research.
Online: Adobe Premiere Level 2
Wed, Jul 05, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Discover a fast way to assemble a video edit by cutting to music. This class explores the creative aspect of motion picture editing by importing audio & photographs, setting sequence markers, & more!
Online: Adobe Photoshop - HDR Photography
Wed, Jul 05, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
Create spectacular and vibrant images through high dynamic range (HDR) photography. Learn the basic camera settings necessary and merge photos into an HDR image using adjustment layers.
Online Class: Code with Minecraft (Ages 7-9) - Hero's Journey
Thu, Jul 06, 9:30am - 11:15am
Online Technology Classroom 2
Join Alex and Steve on a Minecraft Hero's Journey! Use code to program an agent to help Alex and Steve on their journey. Use algorithms, loops, and functions to complete the code challenges.
Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns (4-Part) - Snow Hail on Triple Scales
Thu, Jul 06, 10:15am - 11:15am
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Learn to stitch using Sashiko hand sewing techniques. This Japanese hand sewing technique uses the simple running stitch to form geometric patterns.
Never Pet a Porcupine
Thu, Jul 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Room - South Creek
Explore textures from fluffy cotton balls to soft feathers and sticky paint with porcupine. We'll experience it all in this storytime with books, songs, activities and more! Recommended for ages 3-5.
Genealogy in the States: Mississippi
Thu, Jul 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual Room - West Oaks
Explore the rich research resources and collections that are held in a variety of archives and repositories in Mississippi. Discover what records are available and how to use them.
Virtual: English from Zero
Thu, Jul 06, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!
English Conversation Hour
Thu, Jul 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Room - Winter Garden
Come practice your English speaking skills during the English Conversation Hour. All proficiency levels are welcomed!
Minecraft Mania! Algebra - Summer at Your Library
Thu, Jul 06, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Our mathematical adventure kicks off using addition, subtraction, and division to mine for resources, create materials, and group into teams! Recommended for ages 13-18.
Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)
Thu, Jul 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired
During this 4-Session program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 7/5 Session 1, 7/6 Session 2, 7/11 Session 3, 7/12 Session 4
Virtual Event: Citizenship Inspired - Week 1
Thu, Jul 06, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Virtual Room - Windermere
During this 4-class program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview.
Online Class: Cybersecurity Basics - PLA DigitalLearn
Thu, Jul 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Cybersecurity is all about the safety of our information when we’re online. Build confidence as you visit websites, create passwords, and respond to email.
Online Class: Let's Loom Knit Socks (8-Part) - Advanced Level
Thu, Jul 06, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Overcome you fear of making socks in the fun loom knit class. Learn how to create short row heels and toes. Students are required to provide materials.
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Virtual: English from Zero
Thu, Jul 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!
Online: Photography Lenses Explained
Thu, Jul 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn about lens type characteristics, distortions, aberrations and how to fix them. We’ll also explore the relationship between lens focal length and sensor sizes.
Online: Flash Photography
Thu, Jul 06, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn how different types of photography flashes work and how to use them to achieve professional results.
Online Class: Computer Programming Level 1 (Ages 10-12)
Fri, Jul 07, 10:00am - 10:45am
Online Technology Classroom 1
There's only one thing cooler than using a computer program and that is creating one. Explore the world of computer programming in a friendly development environment that is easy to master.
Online Class: Computer Programming Level 2 (Ages 10-12)
Fri, Jul 07, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Take your skills even further. Have fun programming cool controls for your game.
Online Class: Learn a Language (Ages 7-9)
Fri, Jul 07, 1:45pm - 2:30pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Make friends around the globe by learning a new language. Use immersive online library resources to learn a new language today.
Online Class: Let's Crochet Flower Pot Coasters - Intermediate
Fri, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
We will use in the round techniques to create this cute and functional flower pot set! We will be learning V-stitches and bobbles in this class.
Speaking Clearly Beginners
Fri, Jul 07, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Speaking Clearly is a pronunciation class for beginners. The class is designed to introduce learners to the basics of the sounds of English for pronunciation.
Google Earth (Ages 7-9)
Fri, Jul 07, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Fly around the globe and view famous world landmarks using Google Earth. Also, go beyond the Earth with Google Sky!
Online Class: Let's Embroider 1970s Denim (2-Part) - Confident Beginner Level
Fri, Jul 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Decorate your denim in the 1970s tradition with floral embroidery. This project is part of our 100-Year Celebration.
Virtual: Little Readers
Sat, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual Room - Windermere
Start your child's reading journey with engaging activities focused on phonics and sight words. Emergent readers should be able to recognize all alphabetical letters. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Family Zumba
Sat, Jul 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Room - EPD
Get your family moving with this energizing workout class! Learn basic Zumba moves to help you dance your way to fitness. Zumba uses dance aerobics to create a fun workout.
Online Class: Customize a Web Page with CSS (Ages 10-12)
Sat, Jul 08, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Want to take your coding skills to the next level? Learn how to write proper Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) code and format Web pages using external style sheets.
All-Levels Yoga
Mon, Jul 10, 9:00am - 10:00am
Virtual Room - EPD
Get moving with this energizing and relaxing yoga sequence for all-levels. Tap into the strength, balance, flexibility and relaxation that your body can provide you.
Speaking Clearly Advanced
Mon, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual ESL Room 2
Speaking Clearly Advanced is a course designed for students who want to improve their speaking and presentation skills.
Sesame Street Storytime
Mon, Jul 10, 11:00am - 11:45am
Virtual Room - Alafaya
Can you tell me how to get, how to get to Sesame Street? Let's make it a sunny day with a virtual storytime and craft celebrating our favorite friends. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Virtual: English from Zero
Mon, Jul 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!
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Virtual: English Conversation Hour
Mon, Jul 10, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual English Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!
"Hola Amigos" - Spanish from Zero for Kids with Ms. Brenda
Mon, Jul 10, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
Virtual Class - Basic Spanish for children and families with Ms. Brenda
Virtual: English from Zero
Mon, Jul 10, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us to learn and talk about new basic English vocabulary associated with different topics. Please register!
Pajama Party
Mon, Jul 10, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Room - Alafaya
Put on your pajamas and enjoy an interactive virtual storytime with book, songs, games, and a craft. Recommended for ages 3 - 5.
Virtual: Southeast Book Club
Mon, Jul 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
Join the Southeast Book Club to discuss a book of your choice.
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