How to Read Music

Learn to Use a Microscope (Ages 7-9)

Tue, Jan 21, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Hold space for event setup

Tue, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

There's a microscopic world waiting to be explored! Learn how to use a microscope and view the world around us through a different lens.

Registration is now closed

Google Workspace Level 3 - Google Slides

Wed, Jan 22, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Microsoft Office getting you down? Try Google Workspace, a free alternative! Let your creativity shine and create dynamic, professional looking presentations.

Build LEGO Robots: Helicopter (Ages 5-6)

Wed, Jan 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Explore the world of LEGO WeDo as we build and program LEGO robotics. Construct your own helicopter and learn how motors help it spin!

This event is full

LEGO® One Scoop Challenge

Wed, Jan 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Create greatness with a single scoop! The challenge is on so let's see what you can build! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Microsoft Excel Level 3 - Functions & Automated Features

Wed, Jan 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow. Transfer data with ease using Excel's copy and paste features.

Adobe Photoshop - Black & White Effects

Thu, Jan 23, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Make photos pop with black and white effects. Learn multiple ways to convert photos to black and white, apply adjustment layers and create enhancing effects.

Homeschool Snack Around the World - Lunar New Year!

Thu, Jan 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Learn about a different country each month and try some local snacks! Food will be served at this event, please see staff about specific needs concerning food allergies.

This event is full

Thu, Jan 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Are you stuck on a software-related project or simply need constructive ideas to get you started? Let us help! A technology trainer will be available to assist you in this open lab.

Citizenship Inspired

Thu, Jan 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

During this program, students will learn about and prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview.

Fri, Jan 24, 10:15am - 10:40am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

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

Fri, Jan 24, 10:45am - 11:05am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

Fri, Jan 24, 11:15am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

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

Microsoft Excel Level 4 - More Functions & Visual Tools

Fri, Jan 24, 11:45am - 12:30pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Little ones are invited to explore and tinker while engaging in imaginative play. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Fri, Jan 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately. Analyze data by using functions like COUNT. Visually represent your data with tools like recommended charts.

Snack Bingo - Lunar New Year!

Fri, Jan 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Learn about Lunar New Year celebrations in different countries, sample multicultural snacks, and play Bingo at the same time! This event is for adults.

This event is full

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

Fri, Jan 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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

Sat, Jan 25, 10:00am - 5:00pm

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

READing Paws

Sat, Jan 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Alafaya - Back of Branch

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

Digital Sculpting (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Jan 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Sat, Jan 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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

English Conversation Hour

Sat, Jan 25, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.

New Year, New Wallet

Sat, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Kick off 2025 by learning to create your own fun, colorful wallet out of duct tape! Registration required for each attendee. Ages 18 and up.

This event is full

LEGO Spike Essentials: Great Adventures (Ages 10-12)

Sat, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™. Join us on a Great Adventure as we discover STEAM concepts, use creative problem solving, and tell stories.

This event is full

Bingo for Seniors

Sat, Jan 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Do you love Bingo? Come play with us! Meet new people, listen to music and play for your chance to win a fun prize! Designed for seniors and adults.

English for Families - For Parents and Children (ages 6 -12)

Sun, Jan 26, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

English for Families is a series of interactive classes for parents and children that focuses on developing English vocabulary and literacy skills through strategic and fun story reading.

Cat Kid Comic Club (Ages 7-9) - Create Dog Man Comics!

Sun, Jan 26, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Create you own dynamic Dog Man comics on the computer using Comic Life! Add pictures, background, and text to bring your comics to life!

This event is full

Pilkey Chalk Art

Sun, Jan 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Come make chalk art that is Pilkey themed. Recommended for families.

Sun, Jan 26, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

High school students will earn two hours of community service by helping test out technology classes. Recommended for ages 13-17.

This event is full

Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1

Mon, Jan 27, 10:00am - 5:00pm

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, Jan 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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

Microsoft PowerPoint Level 2

Mon, Jan 27, 12:15pm - 1:15pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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

Lil' Petey's Robot Shop - Part of Pilkey Palooza Week

Mon, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Create a companion for 80 HD! Design and construct your own robot from recycled materials. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

This event is full

Cat Kid Comic Club (Ages 10-12) - Create Dog Man Comics!

Mon, Jan 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Create you own dynamic Dog Man comics on the computer using Comic Life! Add pictures, background, and text to bring your comics to life!

Learn How to Type

Tue, Jan 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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

D is for Dog - Part of Pilkey Palooza Week

Tue, Jan 28, 11:00am - 11:45am

Alafaya - Back of Branch

Bark your way into the library for dog-themed stories, songs, and crafts. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Homeschool Tech: Cat Kid Comic Club (Ages 7-12) - Create Dog Man Comics!

Tue, Jan 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Create you own dynamic Dog Man comics on the computer using Comic Life! Add pictures, background, and text to bring your comics to life!

This event is full

Shrink Ray Charms - Part of Pilkey Palooza Week

Tue, Jan 28, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Hold space for event setup

Tue, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Back of Branch

Use Petey's Shrink Ray and make your own Dog Man keychains! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

This event is full

Make a Stop Motion Movie (Ages 7-9)

Tue, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Explore the basics of animation while creating your own stop motion movie! Use the Stop Motion Studio app to bring objects to life, add titles, credits, sound, and more.

Move and Play January

Wed, Jan 29, 10:15am - 11:00am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Get ready to move and groove! Recommended for ages 3-5.

Design with Canva - Flyers, Social Media, Presentations & more

Wed, Jan 29, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Bring your design ideas to life with Canva, a free graphic design application. Save time by building on thousands of professional templates to create logos, flyers, social media content and more.

This event is full

Create a Sign For Your Room (Ages 5-6)

Wed, Jan 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Design a personalized sign for your room! Learn how to properly use the mouse to move pictures to drag and drop and use the keyboard to type in Microsoft Word.

This event is full

Cuisine Corner Junior: Pilkey Snacks - Part of Pilkey-Palooza

Wed, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Make some snacks inspired by Dav Pilkey's Captain Underpants and Dog Man book series! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration for each child required.

This event is full

Microsoft Excel Level 4 - More Functions & Visual Tools

Wed, Jan 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately. Analyze data by using functions like COUNT. Visually represent your data with tools like recommended charts.

Adobe Photoshop - Layer Blending Modes

Thu, Jan 30, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Apply blending modes to image layers to quickly fix problems with exposure, shadows and highlights. Learn to use blending modes to generate artistic and creative effects on photos.

Homeschool: Let's Comic! - Part of Pilkey Palooza Week

Thu, Jan 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Learn the history of comic book art, and then make a Cat Kid inspired comic of your own!

This event is full

Code with Rodocodo (Ages 7-9)

Thu, Jan 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Are you stuck on a software-related project or simply need constructive ideas to get you started? Let us help! A technology trainer will be available to assist you in this open lab.

Pilkey Pins

Thu, Jan 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Back of Branch

Pop-in and make your own Dog Man or Captain Underpants themed pin! Recommended for ages 6-12.

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

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Explore coding concepts while gaming! Discover learn about sequencing, debugging, looping, and more by completing coding puzzles with Rodocodo.

DIY Pilkey Stamp Carving

Thu, Jan 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Bring your favorite Pilkey character to life with this DIY stamp carving program. Ages 18+

Fri, Jan 31, 10:00am - 5:00pm

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

Fri, Jan 31, 10:15am - 10:40am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

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

Fri, Jan 31, 10:45am - 11:05am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

Fri, Jan 31, 11:15am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

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

Microsoft Excel - Pivot Tables

Fri, Jan 31, 11:45am - 12:30pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Little ones are invited to explore and tinker while engaging in imaginative play. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Fri, Jan 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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.

Dog Man Origami Bookmarks

Fri, Jan 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Dog Man is go! Celebrate the Dog Man franchise by crafting origami bookmarks inspired by your favorite characters. Recommended for ages 9-12.

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Cat Kid Comic Club (Ages 7-9) - Create Dog Man Comics!

Fri, Jan 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Create you own dynamic Dog Man comics on the computer using Comic Life! Add pictures, background, and text to bring your comics to life!

This event is full

Dog Man Diorama - Part of Pilkey Palooza Week

Sat, Feb 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Sat, Feb 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Alafaya - Back of Branch

Munchy is attacking the city! Make your own action packed Dog Man scene with paper bag Munchy, clay Dog Man and Chief, and towering buildings. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Roblox World Design (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Feb 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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

This event is full

English Conversation Hour 2

Sat, Feb 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Come practice your English conversation skills! This class is intended for intermediate and advanced English Language Learners.

Roblox Game Design (Ages 10-12)

Sat, Feb 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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.

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Family Trivia: Dog Man - Part of Pilkey Palooza Week

Sat, Feb 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Answer trivia questions about Dav Pilkey's Dog Man series, then make your own Dog Man inspired comic! Recommended for families with children age 5 and up. Registration required.

English for Families - For Parents and Children (ages 6 -12)

Sun, Feb 02, 1:15pm - 3:15pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

High school students will earn two hours of community service by helping test out technology classes. Recommended for ages 13-17.

This event is full

Sun, Feb 02, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

English for Families is a series of interactive classes for parents and children that focuses on developing English vocabulary and literacy skills through strategic and fun story reading.

Rescheduled

Love Chalk Art

Sun, Feb 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

New date Sunday, February 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Come make chalk art that is Love themed. Recommended for families.

Family Game Time February

Sun, Feb 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Come play board games and card games with family and friends.

Sun, Feb 02, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

High school students will earn two hours of community service by helping test out technology classes. Recommended for ages 13-17.

This event is full

Independent Reading Time

Sun, Feb 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

A throwback to days when your favorite time of the day was spent reading. Bring a book for a brief meet and greet before joining other bibliophiles for silent book club. For ages 18+

How to Use the Mouse & Keyboard

Mon, Feb 03, 9:00am - 10:00am

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, Feb 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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

Learn How to Type

Mon, Feb 03, 12:15pm - 1:15pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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

Stories & Stretches

Mon, Feb 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Wiggle and stretch to stories, songs and rhymes focusing on motor development. Recommended for ages 3-5.

LEGO Engineering Camp (Ages 10-12) (3-Part)

Mon, Feb 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Design and build your own LEGO robots! Explore the design process, create building instructions for your own custom robot, and then build it!

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Heart Shaped Air-Dry Clay Trinket Shelf

Mon, Feb 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Make a heart shaped air-dry clay trinket shelf just in time for Valentine's Day Recommended for ages 14+

This event is full

Design with Canva - Flyers, Social Media, Presentations & more

Tue, Feb 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Bring your design ideas to life with Canva, a free graphic design application. Save time by building on thousands of professional templates to create logos, flyers, social media content and more.

Homeschool Tech: Code with Rodocodo (Ages 7-12)

Tue, Feb 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Explore coding concepts while gaming! Discover learn about sequencing, debugging, looping, and more by completing coding puzzles with Rodocodo.

This event is full

Code with Rodocodo (Ages 7-9)

Tue, Feb 04, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Hold space for event setup

Tue, Feb 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Explore coding concepts while gaming! Discover learn about sequencing, debugging, looping, and more by completing coding puzzles with Rodocodo.

Bubble Playtime

Wed, Feb 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Help your child develop gross-motor skills in this interactive bubble party. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers.

Digital Art: Drawing Basics

Wed, Feb 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Learn the basics of how to draw digitally using a drawing tablet! Explore digital art while learning how to draw some of your favorite characters.

Code with Osmo (Ages 5-6)

Wed, Feb 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Go on a coding adventure. Help Awbie, the loveable monster, find his animal friends with the use of tangible Osmo coding blocks in this fun game.

This event is full

February Crafternoon - Valentine Shrinky Dink Magnets!

Wed, Feb 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Decorate and shrink a fun Valentine's Day magnet! Registration required for each child. Recommended for ages 6-12.

This event is full

Microsoft Excel Level 1 - Creating Spreadsheets

Wed, Feb 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas. Save your data and learn how to share workbooks with collaborators.

Microsoft Word Level 1 - Creating Documents

Thu, Feb 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Create polished documents in Microsoft Word. Navigate the user interface and apply basic word processing techniques to create a formatted letter. Learn important actions like copy, cut, and paste.

Homeschool Science: Candy Hearts

Thu, Feb 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Explore the science behind density and acidity in this Valentine's Day-themed experiment. Yes, extra candy hearts for eating will be provided! Recommended for ages 6-12.

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LEGO Spike Prime: Science & Engineering (Ages 7-9)

Thu, Feb 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Are you stuck on a software-related project or simply need constructive ideas to get you started? Let us help! A technology trainer will be available to assist you in this open lab.

Thu, Feb 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™. Join us as apply physical science concepts and the engineering design process through hands-on learning.

This event is full

Alafaya Book Club

Thu, Feb 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

The Alafaya Book Club's February selection is "Symphony of Secrets" by Brendan Slocumb.

Fri, Feb 07, 10:15am - 10:40am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

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

Fri, Feb 07, 10:45am - 11:05am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

Fri, Feb 07, 11:15am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

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

Adobe Photoshop Level 1 - Editing Tools

Fri, Feb 07, 11:45am - 12:30pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Little ones are invited to explore and tinker while engaging in imaginative play. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Fri, Feb 07, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Learn about the functionality of Photoshop and explore the environment. Become familiar with using the Brush, Eraser, Selection, Move, and Crop tools.

Crochet Level 2 - Beginner Level

Fri, Feb 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Level up your crocheting. Learn how to create more open fabric with new stitches. Techniques include chaining up rows, as well as double and half double crochet stitches.

This event is full

Code with Osmo (Ages 7-9)

Fri, Feb 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Go on a coding adventure. Help Awbie, the loveable monster, find his animal friends with the use of tangible Osmo coding blocks in this fun game.

Sat, Feb 08, 10:00am - 5:00pm

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

Bring Your Art to Life with AR (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Feb 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

New Year for Trees

Sat, Feb 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Alafaya - Back of Branch

Learn about Tu B'Shevat, a holiday celebrating trees, and paint your own planter in which to grow a tree seed! Recommended for families.

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Sat, Feb 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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!

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English Conversation Hour 2

Sat, Feb 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Come practice your English conversation skills! This class is intended for intermediate and advanced English Language Learners.

Digital Art: Drawing Basics (Ages 13-17)

Sat, Feb 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Learn the basics of how to draw digitally using a drawing tablet! Explore digital art while learning how to draw some of your favorite characters.

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Teen Volunteering: Orange Slice February

Sat, Feb 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Earn community service hours by becoming involved in Alafaya's teen literary and creative arts magazine. Registration required. Ages 13-18.

English for Families - For Parents and Children (ages 6 -12)

Sun, Feb 09, 1:15pm - 3:15pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

High school students will earn two hours of community service by helping test out technology classes. Recommended for ages 13-17.

This event is full

Sun, Feb 09, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

English for Families is a series of interactive classes for parents and children that focuses on developing English vocabulary and literacy skills through strategic and fun story reading.

Sun, Feb 09, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

High school students will earn two hours of community service by helping test out technology classes. Recommended for ages 13-17.

This event is full

Victorian Letter Folding

Sun, Feb 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Make a Valentine's Day card in the style of a Victorian letter.

This event is full

Computer Basics Level 1 - Getting Started with Windows

Mon, Feb 10, 9:00am - 10:00am

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, Feb 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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

Computer Basics Level 2 - Creating & Saving Files

Mon, Feb 10, 12:15pm - 1:15pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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

LEGO Engineering Camp (Ages 10-12) (3-Part)

Mon, Feb 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Design and build your own LEGO robots! Explore the design process, create building instructions for your own custom robot, and then build it!

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Book Buddies

Mon, Feb 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Speed-Date with a book to discover new reads and make book-loving friends. Be prepared to share a recent read in one minute and find your next book for your TBR pile. For ages 18+

Love Monster

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

Alafaya - Back of Branch

Celebrate Valentine's Day with all the things we love, like books, songs, and crafts! Recommended for ages 3-5.

Love Monster

Tue, Feb 11, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Celebrate Valentine's Day with all the things we love, like books, songs, and crafts! Recommended for ages 3-5.

Digital Art: Drawing Basics

Tue, Feb 11, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Hold space for event setup

Artsy Toddler - Love

Wed, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:00am

Alafaya - Back of Branch

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

Wed, Feb 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Learn the basics of how to draw digitally using a drawing tablet! Explore digital art while learning how to draw some of your favorite characters.

Little Chef: Edna Lewis' Apple Pie

Wed, Feb 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Discover the life of southern chef Edna Lewis and create a no-bake apple pie inspired by her recipe. Registration is required. Recommended for ages 3-5.

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Run a Pizza Shop with Osmo (Ages 5-6)

Wed, Feb 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Run your own pizza shop with Osmo. Make customers happy with fresh made-to-order pizzas and good service. Learn how to help customers and make change with Osmo Pizza Co.

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Senior Soap Art

Wed, Feb 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Come have good clean fun and make soap art. Recommended for Seniors and adults ages 18 and up.

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Microsoft Excel Level 2 - Finalizing & Securing Spreadsheets

Wed, Feb 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Customize and organize worksheets with sheet names, color coding, headers, themes, and more. Protect your worksheets with a password and learn how to print your data.

Microsoft Word Level 2 - Proofing, Templates & Pictures

Thu, Feb 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Explore Microsoft Word's proofing features like the spelling and grammar check. Use and modify Word templates with ease. Enhance your document by inserting and formatting pictures.

Homeschool: Art Expressions - Jean-Michel Basquiat

Thu, Feb 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Come and be creative as you learn various art techniques. Recommended for ages 6-12.

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Open Lab - Ask A Tech - For Seniors

Thu, Feb 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Are you stuck on a software-related project or simply need constructive ideas to get you started? Let us help! A technology trainer will be available to assist you in this open lab.

LEGO Spike Prime: Science & Engineering (Ages 7-9)

Thu, Feb 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™. Join us as apply physical science concepts and the engineering design process through hands-on learning.

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Galentine's Day Conversation Hearts

Thu, Feb 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Decorate a rice krispies treat heart gift for Galentine's Day!

Fri, Feb 14, 10:00am - 5:00pm

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

Fri, Feb 14, 10:15am - 10:40am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

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

Fri, Feb 14, 10:45am - 11:05am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

Fri, Feb 14, 11:15am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

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

Adobe Photoshop Level 2 - Working with Layers

Fri, Feb 14, 11:45am - 12:30pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Little ones are invited to explore and tinker while engaging in imaginative play. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Fri, Feb 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Learn how to use layers, layer masks, and layer styles. Become familiar with additional Photoshop tools like Paint Bucket, Type, and Free Transform. Explore Photoshop's myriad of adjustment layers.

Run a Pizza Shop with Osmo (Ages 7-9)

Fri, Feb 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Run your own pizza shop with Osmo. Make customers happy with fresh made-to-order pizzas and good service. Learn how to help customers and make change with Osmo Pizza Co.

Sonnets and Love Poems - Writing the beloved

Fri, Feb 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Explore lyric poetry and sonnets to write for the poetic beloved. Ages 18+

English Conversation Hour 2

Sat, Feb 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Sat, Feb 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Come practice your English conversation skills! This class is intended for intermediate and advanced English Language Learners.

Valentine's Day Jewelry Making

Sat, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Bring your partner or friend and make beaded jewelry for each other. Recommended age 15 and up

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Contemporary Romance Book Club

Sat, Feb 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Join us for discussions about popular contemporary romance books! Each month, we'll dive into a new title, share thoughts, and explore themes and characters that make these stories so irresistible.

English for Families - For Parents and Children (ages 6 -12)

Sun, Feb 16, 1:15pm - 3:15pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

High school students will earn two hours of community service by helping test out technology classes. Recommended for ages 13-17.

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Sun, Feb 16, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

English for Families is a series of interactive classes for parents and children that focuses on developing English vocabulary and literacy skills through strategic and fun story reading.

Love Chalk Art

Sun, Feb 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Come make chalk art that is Love themed. Recommended for families.

Sun, Feb 16, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

High school students will earn two hours of community service by helping test out technology classes. Recommended for ages 13-17.

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Goofy Safari with PowerPoint (Ages 5-6)

Mon, Feb 17, 9:00am - 10:00am

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, Feb 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Who wants to go on a safari with Microsoft PowerPoint? Use the mouse to form wild combinations of animals while learning how to create a basic presentation and view your slideshow masterpiece.

Homeschool: Black History Month

Mon, Feb 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Today, we are celebrating Black History Month. Learn about important Black inventors through history, then create your own invention! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration is required.

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LEGO Digital Designs (Ages 7-9)

Mon, Feb 17, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Build your LEGO Designs on the computer with this easy to use free software. Create custom designs by snapping virtual bricks together. Print instructions or share your builds with friends online.

LEGO Engineering Camp (Ages 10-12) (3-Part)

Mon, Feb 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Design and build your own LEGO robots! Explore the design process, create building instructions for your own custom robot, and then build it!

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Internet Level 1 - Fundamentals

Tue, Feb 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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

Be My Neighbor Day

Tue, Feb 18, 11:00am - 11:45am

Alafaya - Back of Branch

Hi neighbor! Do you want to celebrate your favorite grrr-ific friend? Well then hop on board for stories and crafts inspired by Daniel Tiger! Recommended for ages 3-5.

Homeschool Tech: Build Robots with Cubelets (Ages 7-12)

Tue, Feb 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Enter the world of robotics with fun! Learn to design and build complex robots with magnetic blocks. No coding required!

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Logical Quest with the Zoombinis (Ages 7-9)

Tue, Feb 18, 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Hold space for event setup

Tue, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Guide sixteen little blue creatures to safety through a series of logic-based puzzles. Help the Zoombinis across treacherous cliffs, past hungry pizza trolls, and up an unclimbable wall.

Digital Art: Drawing Basics

Wed, Feb 19, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Learn the basics of how to draw digitally using a drawing tablet! Explore digital art while learning how to draw some of your favorite characters.

Learn to Use a Microscope (Ages 5-6)

Wed, Feb 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

There’s a microscopic world waiting to be explored! Learn how to use a microscope and view the world around us through a different lens.

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Happy Habitats

Wed, Feb 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Learn about habitats, plants, and animals through books and crafts. This month we're learning about the tundra. Registration required for each child. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Microsoft Excel Level 3 - Functions & Automated Features

Wed, Feb 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow. Transfer data with ease using Excel's copy and paste features.

Microsoft Word Level 3 - Enhancing & Finalizing Documents

Thu, Feb 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Enhance your document by adding elements like shapes, SmartArt, headers, and more. Secure your document with password protection. Work with distribution options like printing and sharing.

Homeschool Snack Around the World - Haiti!

Thu, Feb 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Learn about the a different country each month and try some local snacks! Food will be served at this event, please see staff about specific needs concerning food allergies.

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