Virtual Event: Eatonville Branch Teen Film Club

Virtual: Beginner Adult French - Lesson 5

Wed, Dec 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

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

Wed, Dec 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

This series is specifically designed for students with no prior French exposure. It combines face-to-face class time with the flexibility of independent learning. Recommended for adults.

Online: Adobe Premiere Level 2

Wed, Dec 17, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

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!

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Raegan

Wed, Dec 17, 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. Adults 18+

Citizenship Inspired-2025 Civics Test (2-Session Series)

Wed, Dec 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired

During this 2-Session program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 12/16 Session 1, 12/17 Session 2.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Data Management Level 1

Wed, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Learn how to use advanced sort and filter options; apply data validation and other data tools to organize your data.

Online: Create a 3D Video Game Character - Blender 10 Parts Class Series

Wed, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Join this 10-part class series and learn how to model, texture, rig, and animate a character for a video game.

Practica Spanish Conversation for Seniors and Beyond

Wed, Dec 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

Practica tu español. Develop your Spanish language skills through conversations. Conversation topics and themed vocabulary will be provided. Recommended 18 and up.

Registration is now closed

Online: Logo Design and Development using Adobe Illustrator

Wed, Dec 17, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn best practices for logo design by making a simple but effective logo in Illustrator.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Data Management Level 2

Wed, Dec 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Learn how to apply data subtotals, outlines, data consolidation and conditional formatting to organize your data.

Cuisine Corner: Paella

Wed, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Yamira Lee Johnson, head chef and founder of Breaking Bread with Mira will show us how to make the classic Spanish rice dish paella.

Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns Isometric Flower (3-Part) - Confident Beginner Level

Thu, Dec 18, 10:15am - 11:15am

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Learn to stitch using Sashiko hand sewing techniques. This Japanese hand sewing technique uses the simple running stitch to form geometric patterns.

Online: Adobe Premiere Level 3

Thu, Dec 18, 11:00am - 12:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Add excitement and life to your movie! Use effects to transform a single angle video into a visually engaging multi-angle piece.

Online: Adobe Premiere Level 4

Thu, Dec 18, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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.

Cancelled

Online: Audio Studio Orientation

Thu, Dec 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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

Thu, Dec 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 3

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)

Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 3 - Enhancing & Finalizing Documents

Thu, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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.

Online: Blender - 12 Principles of Animation in 3D

Thu, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

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

Virtual: Writing Clearly Beginner

Thu, Dec 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will focus on the parts of speech, the organization of sentences, and vocabulary building.

Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 4 - Mail Merge

Thu, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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

Virtual: Winter Garden Book Club

Thu, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1

Join us as we discuss the book, The Paris Library by Janet Skeslien.

Sketching 101

Fri, Dec 19, 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: Knitting - Level 1 - Beginner Level

Fri, Dec 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Start knitting today! Learn basic techniques while creating your first project, a bookmark for your favorite read. Techniques include casting on, the knit stitch and binding off.

This event is full

Online: Open Lab - OCLS App "The Orientation" - Instructor Guided Lab

Fri, Dec 19, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Online Technology Classroom 1

Are you stuck using our OCLS app or want ideas to get started with it? A technology instructor will guide you through the app and will be available to help you during this open lab.

Online Class: Microsoft Word - Review and Citation Tools

Fri, Dec 19, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Get your research papers and reports noticed. Learn how to use the review tools to discover errors and ensure readability. Add organization with a table of contents and clear citations.

Virtual: Intermediate Adult French - Lesson 5

Fri, Dec 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

This class is structured for people who have had previous exposure to or instruction in French but are not, at the present time, fully fluent. Recommended for adults.

This event is full

Online Class: Embroider a Monthly Stitch-Along (Series) - Confident Beginner Level

Fri, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Join us each month in 2025 for a stitch-along design. This month, we're "wrapping up" and sharing our finished projects!

Online: Motion Capture Animation Fundamentals - Sony's Mocopi suit & Blender

Fri, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

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

Virtual: English Conversation Hour

Fri, Dec 19, 4:45pm - 5:45pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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!

Writing Workshop: Finding Your Voice

Sat, Dec 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Author's voice is one of the most often noted elements in agent and editor rejections AND acceptances. Author Ginny Myers Sain will discuss how to find and develop your writing voice.

Let's Learn Letters and Numbers!

Mon, Dec 22, 11:00am - 11:40am

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Learn the ABCs and 123s virtually through stories, songs, and interactive activities. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Virtual: Writing Clearly Intermediate

Mon, Dec 22, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Pajama Party

Mon, Dec 22, 7:00pm - 7:40pm

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Put on your pajamas and enjoy an interactive virtual storytime with book, songs, games, and a craft. Recommended for ages 3 - 5.

Tue, Dec 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual ESL Room 2

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will focus on grammar for complex ideas, including sentence structures, paragraph, and essay writing. 

Rescheduled

Genealogy: Discover America! - This week: New York!

Tue, Dec 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

New date Tuesday, December 30, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Come with us on a virtual road trip as we explore one state at a time. We will explore the history, the culture and most of all those precious genealogical resources that are unique to each location!

Cancelled

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Tue, Dec 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Formulas & Functions

Tue, Dec 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Calculate your data with formulas and functions. Search the Function Library to find the perfect fit. Use date, financial, logical, lookup, math and text functions.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Pivot Tables

Tue, Dec 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Dread analyzing data? Simplify the process and create meaningful reports using the powerful PivotTable tools.

Southwest Book Club: - Lessons in Chemistry

Tue, Dec 23, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual Room - Southwest

Join us to discuss the award-winning novel Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. Heroine scientist's career is constantly being derailed by the idea a woman's place is in the home. Reg. req. 18+

Online Class: Embroider and Catch Up

Fri, Dec 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Are your embroidery projects piling up? Bring a work-in-progress and catch up while you "catch up" with other embroidery artists. All levels are welcome.

The 100k Word Threshold: Novel Lengths

Mon, Dec 29, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Mon, Dec 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

How long is too long (or too short) for a traditionally published book? Literary agent Anjanette Barr will discuss standard book lengths with examples for each genre and age category.

Genealogy: Discover America! - This week: New York!

Tue, Dec 30, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Come with us on a virtual road trip as we explore one state at a time. We will explore the history, the culture and most of all those precious genealogical resources that are unique to each location!

This event is full

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Tue, Dec 30, 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.

Virtual: Intermediate Adult French - Lesson 6

Fri, Jan 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

This class is structured for people who have had previous exposure to or instruction in French but are not, at the present time, fully fluent. Recommended for adults.

Online Class: Cybersecurity Basics - PLA DigitalLearn

Fri, Jan 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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: Embroider a Library Card Holder - Easy Beginner Level

Fri, Jan 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Start the new year by making a felt holder for your library card!

Virtual: English Conversation Hour

Fri, Jan 02, 4:45pm - 5:45pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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 Class: QuickBooks Level 1 - Introduction to QBO Environment

Sat, Jan 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Learn the basic features and explore the environment of QuickBooks Online. Get started in efficiently organizing your business finances.

Online Class: QuickBooks Level 2 - Creating Business Records

Sat, Jan 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Learn about simple transactions workflow and other quick tricks. Set up records for your vendors, customers and inventory.

How to Plan and Write Your Novel in a Year

Sun, Jan 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Resolve to write a book in 2026? New York Times bestselling author Ginny Myers Sain will break down how to plan and write your novel this year.

Online: Creative Bootcamp for Businesses and Self-Starters

Sun, Jan 04, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

This jam-packed, 90-minute session is designed to empower you with the resources and knowledge to meet your basic creative needs (graphic design, video, etc.), followed by an open-ended Q&A.

Online: Substance 3D Painter Fundamentals

Sun, Jan 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Create texture maps and learn the user interface, how to manipulate UV maps and 3d models, and the basic workflow of creating textures with Substance 3D Painter.

Speaking Clearly Advanced

Mon, Jan 05, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual ESL Room 2

Speaking Clearly Advanced is a course designed for students who want to improve their speaking and presentation skills.

Kniting: Broken Rib Tuck Stitch Scarflette (7-Part) - Confident Beginner Level

Mon, Jan 05, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Knit a reversible scarflette using broken rib Tuck Stitches. This beautiful scarflette is knit flat and finished with an applied I-cord.

Little Bookworms - Virtual: Let's Learn Letters and Numbers

Mon, Jan 05, 11:00am - 11:40am

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Preschoolers will delight in interactive stories, songs, and rhymes that inspire a love of reading and build early literacy skills. Recommended for ages 3–5.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 1 - Create Spreadsheets

Mon, Jan 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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.

Speaking Clearly Beginners

Mon, Jan 05, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

Speaking Clearly is a pronunciation class for beginners designed to introduce learners to the basics of the sounds of English for pronunciation.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 2 - Secure Spreadsheets

Mon, Jan 05, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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.

Online: Creative Resources for Entrepreneurs

Mon, Jan 05, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn about the Library and Melrose resources offered to those with creative needs, focusing on graphic design, web design, video editing, and more. Get personalized class recommendations.

Online: Adobe Express Social Media Graphics & Stationery

Mon, Jan 05, 1:45pm - 2:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

No time to learn Photoshop? Use the free Express app to intuitively and quickly create all the graphics you need.

DIY Chinese New Year Couplet Workshop

Mon, Jan 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Celebrate the Year of the Horse by joining calligraphy artist Jojo Liu for a live virtual class where participants will design their own traditional Chinese couplets.

Online: Adobe Express Social Media Videos and Reels

Mon, Jan 05, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

No time to learn Premiere? Use the free Express app to create cool video edits with fluid text and graphics animations.

English for Social Interactions

Mon, Jan 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

This class will cover a wide array of topics from accepting and rejecting an invitation to engaging in small talk with strangers. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Mon, Jan 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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.

Little Bookworms - Virtual: Pajama Party

Mon, Jan 05, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Mon, Jan 05, 7:00pm - 7:40pm

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Preschoolers will delight in interactive stories, songs, and rhymes that inspire a love of reading and build early literacy skills. Recommended for ages 3–5.

Virtual: Writing Clearly Intermediate

Tue, Jan 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual ESL Room 2

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will focus on grammar for complex ideas, including sentence structures, paragraph, and essay writing. 

Entrepreneur Toolkit (4-Part Series)

Tue, Jan 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual Room - Learning Central

Discover reliable and authoritative business databases and learn how to use them to build your business. Registration required. Recommended 18 and up.

Online Class: Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1

Tue, Jan 06, 12:15pm - 1:15pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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

Online Class: Microsoft PowerPoint Level 2

Tue, Jan 06, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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

Online: Unreal Engine 5 Blueprint Fundamentals - Third-Person Programming Class Series (4 Parts)

Tue, Jan 06, 2:00pm - 3:45pm

Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired

During this 4-session program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 1/6 Session 1; 1/7 Session 2; 1/13 Session 3; 1/14 Session 4.

Tue, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Join us and create a third-person character while learning the UE5 editor interface, Blueprint basics, third-person character setup, and the Enhanced Input System.

Stretch & Movement Breaks for Writers

Tue, Jan 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Many writers develop muscle pain and joint stiffness after sessions at the keyboard. Learn how to take breaks to stretch and move your body with author and yoga teacher Deana Lisenby.

Online Class: Crochet Ducky Glasses Tray (3 Parts) - Confident Beginner

Wed, Jan 07, 10:00am - 11:30am

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Crochet an adorable and functional glasses tray! This darling ducky will use basic crochet stitches and felt to create a safe landing place to keep your glasses or give away as a gift.

Online: Adobe Acrobat 101

Wed, Jan 07, 10:00am - 10:45am

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn the fundamentals of Adobe Acrobat, the differences between Pro and DC versions, and their many features.

Virtual: Writing Clearly Advanced

Wed, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual ESL Room 2

Join us on ZOOM to practice academic style writing along with more complex vocabulary.

Genealogy: Discover America! - This week: Pennsylvania!

Wed, Jan 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 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.

Wed, Jan 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Come with us on a virtual road trip as we explore one state at a time. We will explore the history, the culture and most of all those precious genealogical resources that are unique to each location!

Virtual: Beginner Adult French - Lesson 6

Wed, Jan 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

This series is specifically designed for students with no prior French exposure. It combines face-to-face class time with the flexibility of independent learning. Recommended for adults.

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Raegan

Wed, Jan 07, 2:00pm - 3:45pm

Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired

During this 4-session program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 1/6 Session 1; 1/7 Session 2; 1/13 Session 3; 1/14 Session 4.

Wed, Jan 07, 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.

Middle School Advisory Board Meeting - Teen Volunteering

Wed, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Youth Services 1

Earn community service by collaborating with your peers to test out new programs, brainstorm new library services, and more! Recommended for students in grades 6-8.

Virtual Event: Practica Spanish for Seniors and Beyond

Wed, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

Practica tu español! Develop your Spanish language skills through conversation. Conversational topics and themed vocabulary will be provided. Recommended for seniors and adults.

Online: Unreal Engine 5 Blueprint Fundamentals - Third-Person Programming Class Series (4 Parts)

Wed, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Join us and create a third-person character while learning the UE5 editor interface, Blueprint basics, third-person character setup, and the Enhanced Input System.

Online: Generative AI with Adobe Firefly

Wed, Jan 07, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn about Adobe’s Powerful AI engine and how it integrates into their apps.

All-Levels Yoga

Wed, Jan 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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.

Online: Intro to Adobe Illustrator

Thu, Jan 08, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn what this powerful vector application is capable of.

Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns - Persimmon Flower Butterfly - Confident Beginner Level

Thu, Jan 08, 10:15am - 11:15am

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Learn to stitch using Sashiko hand sewing techniques. This Japanese hand sewing technique uses the simple running stitch to form geometric patterns.

Online: Adobe Illustrator Tips and Tricks

Thu, Jan 08, 10:45am - 11:15am

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn about transparency features, organizing documents with layers, and much more.

Online: Fundamentals of Sound for Audio Engineering

Thu, Jan 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 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.

Thu, Jan 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 3

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)

High School Advisory Board Meeting - Teen Volunteering

Thu, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Youth Services 1

Earn community service by collaborating with your peers to test out new teen programs, brainstorm new teen services, and more! Recommended for students in grades 9-12.

Virtual: Writing Clearly Beginner

Thu, Jan 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will focus on the parts of speech, the organization of sentences, and vocabulary building.

Online Class: WordPress Level 1

Thu, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Learn how to build your own website. Start with WordPress, which offers lots of options for skinning your site the way you want it.

What You Need to Know About Stalking and Cyberstalking - Presented by Victim Service Center of Central Florida

Thu, Jan 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Join Victim Service Center during National Stalking Awareness Month to learn about what stalking looks like, how to protect yourself, and what to do if you’re a victim. Registration required.

Genealogy-What's new in Family Tree Maker Software!

Fri, Jan 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

A private, secure and powerful tool for your genealogy!

Virtual: Intermediate Adult French - Lesson 7

Fri, Jan 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

This class is structured for people who have had previous exposure to or instruction in French but are not, at the present time, fully fluent. Recommended for adults.

Online Class: Canva Basics

Fri, Jan 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Bring your design ideas to life with Canva, a free graphic design application. Use thousands of templates to gain inspiration and ideas for your next project.

Online Class: Embroider Level 1

Fri, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

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

Online: Unity - Visual Scripting

Fri, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Program a first-person player character to move, rotate, look around and jump using Unity’s visual scripting tools.

Virtual: English Conversation Hour

Fri, Jan 09, 4:45pm - 5:45pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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!

Genealogy Bunch Brunch!

Sun, Jan 11, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Your ancestors are calling—just before lunch. Join us from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to swap stories, solve genealogy puzzles, and share research tips with fellow family history enthusiasts.

Online: Intro to Adobe Photoshop

Sun, Jan 11, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn what this industry-leading photo editing application is capable of.

Online: Photoshop Tips and Tricks

Sun, Jan 11, 1:45pm - 2:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn about time-saving features, getting the most out of your layers, and much more.

Online: Digital Painting 101

Sun, Jan 11, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn the basics of using a digital environment for drawing and painting using a pen tablet.

OCLS Writer's Group

Sun, Jan 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Join your fellow writers for critique, discussion, and camaraderie. Writers of all genres and experience are welcome. Please attend one meeting before submitting a piece for critique.

Speaking Clearly Advanced

Mon, Jan 12, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual ESL Room 2

Speaking Clearly Advanced is a course designed for students who want to improve their speaking and presentation skills.

Kniting: Broken Rib Tuck Stitch Scarflette (7-Part) - Confident Beginner Level

Mon, Jan 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Knit a reversible scarflette using broken rib Tuck Stitches. This beautiful scarflette is knit flat and finished with an applied I-cord.

Little Bookworms - Virtual: Let's Learn Letters and Numbers

Mon, Jan 12, 11:00am - 11:40am

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Preschoolers will delight in interactive stories, songs, and rhymes that inspire a love of reading and build early literacy skills. Recommended for ages 3–5.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 3 - Functions & Automated Features

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

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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.

Speaking Clearly Beginners

Mon, Jan 12, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

Speaking Clearly is a pronunciation class for beginners designed to introduce learners to the basics of the sounds of English for pronunciation.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 4 - More Functions & Visual Tools

Mon, Jan 12, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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.

Online: Create Photorealistic 3D Images with Adobe Stager

Mon, Jan 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Create photorealistic product mockups of branded merchandise using this intuitive 3D application.

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Mon, Jan 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.

Online: Intro to Adobe InDesign

Mon, Jan 12, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn what this publishing and layout application is capable of.

Trust Your Gut: How Digestion Affects Your Whole Body

Mon, Jan 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Join Jessica Daly from AdventHealth University as she shares easy and practical ways to maintain a healthy gut through the foods you eat and your daily habits.

Little Bookworms - Virtual: Pajama Party

Mon, Jan 12, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Mon, Jan 12, 7:00pm - 7:40pm

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Preschoolers will delight in interactive stories, songs, and rhymes that inspire a love of reading and build early literacy skills. Recommended for ages 3–5.

Online: Intro to Adobe Photoshop

Tue, Jan 13, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn what this industry-leading photo editing application is capable of.

Virtual: Writing Clearly Intermediate

Tue, Jan 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual ESL Room 2

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will focus on grammar for complex ideas, including sentence structures, paragraph, and essay writing. 

Entrepreneur Toolkit (4-Part Series)

Tue, Jan 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual Room - Learning Central

Discover reliable and authoritative business databases and learn how to use them to build your business. Registration required. Recommended 18 and up.

Author Talk: David Brooks - The Creative and Compassionate Art of Seeing Others Deeply

Tue, Jan 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Join us for an online discussion with prominent cultural writer and bestselling author David Brooks on his book, How to Know a Person: Register

High School Advisory Board: Book Club - Teen Volunteering

Tue, Jan 13, 2:00pm - 3:45pm

Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired

During this 4-session program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 1/6 Session 1; 1/7 Session 2; 1/13 Session 3; 1/14 Session 4.

Tue, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Youth Services 1

Earn community service by collaborating with your peers to review books and contribute ideas for booklists and literary programs. Recommended for students in grades 9-12.

Online: Unreal Engine 5 Blueprint Fundamentals - Third-Person Programming Class Series (4 Parts)

Tue, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Join us and create a third-person character while learning the UE5 editor interface, Blueprint basics, third-person character setup, and the Enhanced Input System.

Clase en Linea: Microsoft PowerPoint Nivel 1 (Español) - Spanish Immersion with Ms Brenda

Tue, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Online Technology Classroom 2

Aprenda conceptos de presentación y terminología. Aprenda a crear una presentación utilizando plantillas, texto y imágenes. Use herramientas de formato para mejorar la apariencia de su presentación.

Online: Logo Design and Development using Adobe Illustrator

Tue, Jan 13, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn best practices for logo design by making a simple but effective logo in Illustrator.

Clase en Linea: Microsoft PowerPoint Nivel 2 (Español) - Spanish Immersion with Ms Brenda

Tue, Jan 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Online Technology Classroom 2

Aprenda a insertar y personalizar graficos SmartArt, tablas, videos y más.

Reconnect With Your Writing Life

Tue, Jan 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Returning to writing after an absence can be frustrating and disheartening. Editor Alli Martin will provide strategies to get back to the page without berating yourself and find ways to stay engaged.

Online Class: Crochet Ducky Glasses Tray (3 Parts) - Confident Beginner

Wed, Jan 14, 10:00am - 11:30am

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Crochet an adorable and functional glasses tray! This darling ducky will use basic crochet stitches and felt to create a safe landing place to keep your glasses or give away as a gift.

Virtual: Writing Clearly Advanced

Wed, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual ESL Room 2

Join us on ZOOM to practice academic style writing along with more complex vocabulary.

Virtual: Beginner Adult French - Lesson 7

Wed, Jan 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 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.

Wed, Jan 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

This series is specifically designed for students with no prior French exposure. It combines face-to-face class time with the flexibility of independent learning. Recommended for adults.

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Raegan

Wed, Jan 14, 2:00pm - 3:45pm

Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired

During this 4-session program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 1/6 Session 1; 1/7 Session 2; 1/13 Session 3; 1/14 Session 4.

Wed, Jan 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.

Online: Audio Studio Orientation

Wed, Jan 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 3

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)

The Acadians:Through Tranquility, Turmoil and Tenacity

Wed, Jan 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Join our featured speaker Nicole Gallant Nunes as she shares her knowledge and experience in Acadian genealogy

Online: Unreal Engine 5 Blueprint Fundamentals - Third-Person Programming Class Series (4 Parts)

Wed, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Join us and create a third-person character while learning the UE5 editor interface, Blueprint basics, third-person character setup, and the Enhanced Input System.

Online: Generative AI with Adobe Firefly

Thu, Jan 15, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn about Adobe’s Powerful AI engine and how it integrates into their apps.

Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns - Persimmon Flower Butterfly - Confident Beginner Level

Thu, Jan 15, 10:15am - 11:15am

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Learn to stitch using Sashiko hand sewing techniques. This Japanese hand sewing technique uses the simple running stitch to form geometric patterns.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Automate Tasks

Thu, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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

Online: Adobe Creative Consultant + Q&A

Thu, Jan 15, 10:45am - 11:15am

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Your one-stop shop for creative questions. Need help, feedback, or direction with a project? Need to review or expand on previous Adobe classes? We’re here to help.