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Melrose Reservation - Video Studio (4 hrs)

Sun, Apr 12, 1:30pm - 5:30pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

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 melrose.ocls.org.

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Sun, Apr 12, 1:30pm - 5:30pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

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.

Registration is now closed

Melrose Reservation - Photo Studio (2 hrs)

Sun, Apr 12, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

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.

Registration is now closed

Character Rigging Fundamentals - Blender Essentials Class

Sun, Apr 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

Create a rig for animating a 3D character's arm and learn the most commonly used tools, techniques, and concepts related to Rigging in Blender.

Registration is now closed

Computer Basics Level 2 - Creating & Saving Files

Sun, Apr 12, 4:15pm - 5:15pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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

Registration is now closed

Audio Studio - Signal Routing

Mon, Apr 13, 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.org/socialworker.

Baby Storytime

Mon, Apr 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Papa Bear - First Floor

Build baby’s first literacy skills with songs, rhymes and stories. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Mon, Apr 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

Use microphones, preamps, interfaces and control surfaces to route audio signals, send individual mixes in the studio and save work to various media. Vital for studio assessment preparation. (tic101)

Baby Play & Connect

Mon, Apr 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Papa Bear - First Floor

Connect with other caregivers while your babies wiggle, giggle, and explore early play together. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Introduction to Blender for 3D Printing

Mon, Apr 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

An introductory course to Blender open source 3D creation software and how to use it for 3D Printing in the Makerspace.

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Sense Reality for Actors

Mon, Apr 13, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Melrose Rehearsal Space - Second Floor

This class teaches students to endow reality onto objects too difficult or dangerous to be physically used on stage. These classes are taught by Melrose Performing Arts instructors.

Coding Concepts Level 1 - Visual Studio Code Editor

Mon, Apr 13, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

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.

How to Make Green Screen Videos

Mon, Apr 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

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.

Balloon Art - Balloon Sunflower / Girasol de Globos - Beginner Level

Mon, Apr 13, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Create a vibrant sunflower made with balloons in this inspiring workshop. Bring your creativity and leave with a beautiful balloon sunflower! Materials will be provided. Recommended for adults 18+.

Melrose Reservation - Video Studio (4 hrs)

Mon, Apr 13, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

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 melrose.ocls.org.

This event is full

Mon, Apr 13, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

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

Sewing Open Lab

Mon, Apr 13, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Bring your sewing projects to the Orlando Public Library. The tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own materials. Machine sewing skills are required.

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Basic Photography Concepts

Mon, Apr 13, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

New to Photography? This class is for you. We cover introduction to basic photography concepts including the exposure triangle, using a DSLR camera, different shooting modes, and much more!

iPad - Basics

Mon, Apr 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Get up and running with your new iPad. Learn how to navigate an iPad using gestures, install and organize apps, modify general, privacy, security settings and more.

Bring Your Art to Life with AR

Mon, Apr 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Red Room - Second Floor

Color a magic page, then use the Quiver app to bring it to life with games and augmented reality. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Silhouette Cameo Orientation

Mon, Apr 13, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

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

iPad - Productivity

Mon, Apr 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Get organized with your iPad. Learn to create and edit events, reminders, lists and notes with Calendar, Reminders and Notes apps.

Photo Composition

Mon, Apr 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

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

Toddler Storytime: Happy Smiles

Tue, Apr 14, 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.org/socialworker.

Tue, Apr 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Papa Bear - First Floor

Toddlers will explore a playful mix of songs, rhymes, and stories while building early literacy skills and having fun. Recommended for ages 18–36 months.

Digital Sculpting

Tue, Apr 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Purple Room - Second Floor

Create detailed sculptures in a digital environment. Learn to use ZbrushCoreMini and the intuitive brushes and tools to create amazing artwork. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Sewing – Zero Waste Adjustable Skirt (4 Part) - Intermediate Level

Tue, Apr 14, 10:30am - 1:00pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

This zero-waste skirt always fits, is highly customizable, and does not require a pattern. Students are required to bring fabric.

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Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1

Tue, Apr 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Blue Room - Second Floor

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

Toddler Play & Connect

Tue, Apr 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Papa Bear - First Floor

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little ones explore imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Melrose Reservation - Audio Studio (6 hrs)

Tue, Apr 14, 11:00am - 5:00pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

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 melrose.ocls.org.

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Microsoft PowerPoint Level 2

Tue, Apr 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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

Melrose Reservation - Photo Studio (3 hrs)

Tue, Apr 14, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

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.

Access Assessment - Video Studio

Tue, Apr 14, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

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

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Basic Internet Safety - Senior Skills

Tue, Apr 14, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Don't get scammed! It is important to learn how to be safe and secure with your information while you are online. Build confidence as you visit websites, create passwords, and respond to email.

Access Assessment - Video Studio

Tue, Apr 14, 1:45pm - 2:15pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Crochet Bright Stripes Halter Top (3 Parts) Eng/Spa - Confident Beginner Level

Tue, Apr 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Add color to your wardrobe while learning to crochet a Halter Top! In this creative class, you'll work with vibrant yarn scraps and create a beautiful garment, perfect for warm days and summer looks.

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Let's Play Dungeons & Dragons - Create Your Character

Tue, Apr 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Red Room - Second Floor

Learn to create a Dungeons & Dragons character with D&D Beyond! Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

Video Studio Control Room 1

Tue, Apr 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

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

Synthesizer Fundamentals

Tue, Apr 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Audio Learning Lab - Second Floor

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

LEGO® Digital Builds

Tue, Apr 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Create custom LEGO® builds on the computer with this easy-to-use free software. Print instructions or share your builds with friends online. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Building Character for Actors

Tue, Apr 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Melrose Rehearsal Space - Second Floor

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

Video Studio Control Room 2

Tue, Apr 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Set the midground, foreground and background images for a television production. Learn advance ATEM technique, communicate with talents via clear-com headsets, and operate light remotely.

Design Graphics Using Photoshop

Tue, Apr 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Use the advanced manipulation and blending features of this professional-grade software to design and edit graphics and images. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

Tue, Apr 14, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

Demonstrate the Photography Studio workflow, procedures and best practices in order to gain access to the Melrose Photo Studio.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Tue, Apr 14, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

Demonstrate the Photography Studio workflow, procedures and best practices in order to gain access to the Melrose Photo Studio.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

LEGO® Education Spike Prime: Science & Engineering

Wed, Apr 15, 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.org/socialworker.

Wed, Apr 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Red Room - Second Floor

Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Prime. Apply STEAM concepts and the engineering design process with hands-on learning. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Bilingual Preschool Storytime: On the Farm

Wed, Apr 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Papa Bear - First Floor

Preschoolers will explore stories, songs, and rhymes in English and Spanish to strengthen language, early literacy, and pre-reading skills. Recommended for ages 3–5.

Game Development Open Lab

Wed, Apr 15, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Want to build or test your game? Come to an this open lab and use available game engines to build or test your game.

Sewing - Soup Bowl Cozy (2 Part) - Confident Beginner

Wed, Apr 15, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

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 melrose.ocls.org.

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Wed, Apr 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Here’s an easy-to-make solution to burnt fingers and spilled soup. Protect hands and furniture from hot soup, chili, and oatmeal with this easy sewing project. Great for yourself or as a gift.

xTool Laser Cutter and Engraver Orientation

Wed, Apr 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

Bring your design to reality with the xTool P2 Laser Cutter and the xTool F1: Laser Engraver at the Makerspace. Learn machine operations, safety precautions, and how to gain access to these machines.

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Melrose Reservation - Photo Studio (2 hrs)

Wed, Apr 15, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

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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Video Studio Orientation

Wed, Apr 15, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Tour the Melrose Center Video Studio in this introductory class.

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Homeschool Junior: Librarian For a Day

Wed, Apr 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Papa Bear - First Floor

Learning comes alive! Explore the world through crafts, experiments, and hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Create Animated GIFs

Wed, Apr 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Create animated GIFs using Photoshop! Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

Video Studio Camera and Lens Level 1

Wed, Apr 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

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.

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Costura - Introducción a la Máquina de Coser

Wed, Apr 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

¿Alguna vez quisiste hacer tu propia ropa, decoración, disfraces o accesorios? Únase a nosotros en esta clase de costura básica y aprenda manejar una máquina de coser y cómo hacer costuras básicas.

LEGO® WeDo™ Build a Race Car

Wed, Apr 15, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Red Room - Second Floor

Build and program a LEGO ® Race Car with WeDo™. Learn how technology plays an active role in our everyday life. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Driver's Education Simulator Orientation & Assessment

Wed, Apr 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Game Development Lab / Simulators Combined - Second Floor

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)

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Photo Lighting: Basic Portrait

Wed, Apr 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

This class is an introduction to some of the simplest lighting set ups used for portrait photography.

Let's Learn a Language [Arabic]

Wed, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Make friends around the globe by learning a new language. Use immersive online library resources to learn a new language today. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Adobe Photoshop Level 1 - Editing Tools

Wed, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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

Video Studio Camera and Lens Level 2

Wed, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

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.

Access Assessment - Audio Studio

Wed, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

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.

Improv Two

Wed, Apr 15, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Melrose Rehearsal Space - Second Floor

In Improv Two we learn how to tell stories, create environment and evoke real emotions for our characters over the seven week series. These classes are taught by Melrose Performing Arts instructors.

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Introduction to Soldering Basics

Wed, Apr 15, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

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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Photo Studio Q&A

Wed, Apr 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

Are you stuck on a photography-related project or simply need practice time in the studio? Let us help!

Game Design - Make a World

Wed, Apr 15, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Red Room - Second Floor

Create Super Mario levels and worlds with enemies, obstacles, and rewards! Challenge classmates to play your game and try to beat their levels. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

Introduction to LED Video Walls

Wed, Apr 15, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

LED Wall - Second Floor

Using the new 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.

Access Assessment - Audio Studio

Wed, Apr 15, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

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.

Downtown Book Club - One Rough Man by Brad Taylor

Wed, Apr 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Magnolia Room - Third Floor

Join the Downtown Book Club at the Orlando Public Library to discuss One Rough Man by Brad Taylor. Ages 18 and up. Registration required.

Fundamentals of Sound for Audio Engineering

Thu, Apr 16, 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.org/socialworker.

Code with JavaScript

Thu, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Purple Room - Second Floor

Write real code. Explore the JavaScript programming language with characters from Star Wars. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Makerspace Open Lab

Thu, Apr 16, 10:30am - 6:30pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

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

Thu, Apr 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Audio Learning Lab - Second Floor

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)

Rescheduled

Photo Studio Orientation

Thu, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

New date Saturday, April 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

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

Video Studio Lighting Techniques

Thu, Apr 16, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

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.

Search & Apply for Jobs - Job Seekers Series

Thu, Apr 16, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Learn about best practices for finding and applying for jobs in today’s job market. Ages 18 & up. Registration required.

Music for Alzheimer's and Dementia - LIFE Information for Elders (Seniors)

Thu, Apr 16, 12:10pm - 1:10pm

Albertson Room - Third Floor

Join Ashley Gravatte from ADRC for an interactive workshop that explores how music can support your caregiving journey, offering meaningful ways to connect with your loved one living with dementia.

Melrose Reservation - Video Studio (4 hrs)

Thu, Apr 16, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

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.

Open Lab - Ask A Tech for Seniors

Thu, Apr 16, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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.

Pro Tools Level 1: Edit Window

Thu, Apr 16, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Audio Learning Lab - Second Floor

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)

Melrose Reservation - Photo Studio (2 hrs)

Thu, Apr 16, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

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

Device Advice

Thu, Apr 16, 3:00pm - 3:20pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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

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Audio Studio Orientation

Thu, Apr 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

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)

Device Advice

Thu, Apr 16, 3:20pm - 3:40pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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

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Pro Tools Level 2: Mix Window and MIDI

Thu, Apr 16, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Audio Learning Lab - Second Floor

Continue your learning with Pro Tools. Explore the Mix Window and learn how to add audio effects to audio tracks. Dive in with recording and manipulating MIDI performances.

Device Advice

Thu, Apr 16, 3:40pm - 4:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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

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Aquatic WILD: Water Wings

Thu, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Papa Bear - First Floor

Learn about the water cycle and its impact on the worlds water, people, places and animals.

Let's Code an Ocean AI

Thu, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Machines can learn just like us! Explore the ocean while learning how machines can see patterns and predict outcomes. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Rescheduled

Photo Studio Camera Training - For Access Assessment

Thu, Apr 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

New date Friday, April 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Learn the basics of DSLR and Mirrorless camera functions. Get hands on experience with our cameras, while learning all about the safety and skills required to handle them.

Create a Mobile Video Ad

Thu, Apr 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

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.

Adobe Illustrator Level 1

Fri, Apr 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Blue Room - Second Floor

Learn to create new documents for print or web use. Turn scanned drawings into vector graphics. Apply design techniques and use editing tools to trace and color artwork. Manage objects and layers.

Melrose Reservation - Audio Studio (6 hrs)

Fri, Apr 17, 11:00am - 5:00pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

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 melrose.ocls.org.

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Cancelled

Sewing - Hobo Handbag (4-Part) - Confident Beginner

Fri, Apr 17, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Let's make your own tote bag. These bags are great for the summer fashion and fun. Mix and match patterns and colors. Students must bring their own fabric. See description for details.

Melrose Reservation - Video Studio (6 hrs)

Fri, Apr 17, 11:00am - 5:00pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

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

Photo Studio Camera Training - For Access Assessment

Fri, Apr 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

Learn the basics of DSLR and Mirrorless camera functions. Get hands on experience with our cameras, while learning all about the safety and skills required to handle them.

This event is full

Adobe After Effects Level 1 - Animation Basics

Fri, Apr 17, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

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.

Adobe Illustrator Level 2

Fri, Apr 17, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Design professional-looking business stationery using Adobe Illustrator. Learn to arrange text and image assets using masks, transparency, and blending modes to create eye-catching designs.

Adobe After Effects Level 2 - Intermediate Animation

Fri, Apr 17, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

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.

Book to Film Series - The Hunger Games

Fri, Apr 17, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Albertson Room - Third Floor

This series focuses on books that have been made into movies.

Makerspace Open Lab

Fri, Apr 17, 2:00pm - 5:30pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

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

Fri, Apr 17, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

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.

Bring Your Art to Life with AR

Fri, Apr 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Red Room - Second Floor

Color a magic page, then use the Quiver app to bring it to life with games and augmented reality. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Product Photography Level 2

Fri, Apr 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

Take your product photos to the next level, learn how to use the Plexi-glass table setup to photograph glass and reflective objects, and use color gels to decorate your product.

Social Worker @ the Library

Sat, Apr 18, 10:00am - 5:00pm

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

Preschool Storytime

Sat, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Papa Bear - First Floor

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.

Video Game Design: Role-Playing Games

Sat, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Purple Room - Second Floor

Design your own role-playing video game. Use Tynker to create a classic top-down role-playing game with enemies to fight and treasure to find. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Microsoft Excel Level 1 - Creating Spreadsheets

Sat, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Blue Room - Second Floor

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.

Photo Studio Orientation

Sat, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Photo Studio - Second Floor

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

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Toddler Storytime

Sat, Apr 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Papa Bear - First Floor

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.

Cancelled

Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine

Sat, Apr 18, 11:00am - 1:30pm

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.

Baby Storytime

Sat, Apr 18, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Papa Bear - First Floor

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 - Finalizing & Securing Spreadsheets

Sat, Apr 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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.

Driver's Education Simulator Orientation & Assessment

Sat, Apr 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Game Development Lab / Simulators Combined - Second Floor

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)

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Teen Cuisine: Tea Lattes

Sat, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Papa Bear - First Floor

Prep for the real world with cooking tips and tricks that lead to tasty results. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

LEGO® Club

Sat, Apr 18, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Albertson Room - Third Floor

The Library invites you to come and use your imagination to build! Bricks will be provided, but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Adult Game Time - Get your game on and learn Ecosystem

Sat, Apr 18, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Palm Room - Third Floor

Join us for adult game time where we introduce you to the featured game of the month. Recommended 18 and up.

Video Studio: Open House

Sat, Apr 18, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Meet our Video Production Instructors and get an up close look at available studio lighting, camera, and audio options during our open house.

Microsoft 365 Basics

Sat, Apr 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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.

Code with Lightbot

Sun, Apr 19, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Red Room - Second Floor

Program Lightbot to light up its world. Solve puzzles using sequencing, loops and conditions. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Spring Photo Walk at the Melrose - Two Day Event

Sun, Apr 19, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

LED Wall - Second Floor

Interested in photographing the Downtown Orlando area? Join us for this two-day series starting with a guided photo walk of the DTO area.

Sewing Open Lab - Sewing-Crochet-Knitting

Sun, Apr 19, 1:30pm - 5:30pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

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 melrose.ocls.org.

This event is full

Sun, Apr 19, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Bring your sewing projects to the Orlando Public Library. The tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own materials. Machine sewing skills are required.

This event is full

Character Animation Basics - Blender Essentials Class

Sun, Apr 19, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

Animate a character's walk cycle and learn the basic tools and techniques for creating video game characters' animation sequences.

Improv Two

Sun, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Melrose Rehearsal Space - Second Floor

In Improv Two we learn how to tell stories, create environment and evoke real emotions for our characters over the seven week series. These classes are taught by Melrose Performing Arts instructors.

Registration is now closed

Makerspace Open Lab

Sun, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 5:30pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

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

Video Studio Orientation

Sun, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Tour the Melrose Center Video Studio in this introductory class.

Internet Level 1 - Fundamentals

Sun, Apr 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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

From Sample to Performance with Ableton Live

Sun, Apr 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Audio Learning Lab - Second Floor

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

LEGO® Education Spike Essentials: Great Adventures

Sun, Apr 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Red Room - Second Floor

Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essentials. Go on a Great Adventure as we explore STEAM concepts and creative problem solving. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

This event is full

Tea and Tragedy: Stories from the Titanic

Sun, Apr 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Magnolia Room - Third Floor

Experience an evening aboard the famous Titanic.

12 Principles of Animation in 3D - Blender Essentials Class

Sun, Apr 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

Animate a bouncy ball and learn how to apply the 12 principles of animation to enhance the 3D animation in Blender.

Video Studio Camera and Lens Level 1

Sun, Apr 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

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.

Internet Level 2 - Search Techniques

Sun, Apr 19, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

Demonstrate the Photography Studio workflow, procedures and best practices in order to gain access to the Melrose Photo Studio.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Sun, Apr 19, 4:15pm - 5:15pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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

Cancelled