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Author Talk with Kate DiCamillo
2024-07-09 14:00:00 2024-07-09 15:00:00 America/New_York Author Talk with Kate DiCamillo Kate DiCamillo will be sharing the stories behind the creation of her early chapter book series, the original Mercy Watson, and the follow up series, Tales from Deckawoo Drive. Virtual: Library Speakers Consortium -

Tuesday, July 09
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-07-09 14:00:00 2024-07-09 15:00:00 America/New_York Author Talk with Kate DiCamillo Kate DiCamillo will be sharing the stories behind the creation of her early chapter book series, the original Mercy Watson, and the follow up series, Tales from Deckawoo Drive. Virtual: Library Speakers Consortium -

Kate DiCamillo will be sharing the stories behind the creation of her early chapter book series, the original Mercy Watson, and the follow up series, Tales from Deckawoo Drive.

Join us for a visit to Deckawoo Drive with everyone’s favorite adventure loving pig, Mercy Watson! Newbery Medal winning author Kate DiCamillo will be sharing the stories behind the creation of her early chapter book series, the original Mercy Watson, and the follow up series, Tales from Deckawoo Drive. We will also be celebrating the publication of the final book in the Mercy Watson series! 

Mercy is selfish and impulsive, but no matter how much trouble she gets in, Mr. and Mrs. Watson continue to love her and see her in the best possible light. Young readers love to join along in her hilarious adventures, taking comfort in the fact that their parents and guardians will love them no matter what as well. BYOBT – Bring Your Own Buttered Toast!

About the Author: Kate DiCamillo is the award-winning author of over 30 books for children. She served as the 2014-2015 National Ambassador for Young People's Literature, appointed by the Library of Congress. Several of her books have been turned into movies, and one was even adapted as an opera. She grew up in Florida and currently lives in Minnesota.

 

The views expressed by presenters are their own and their appearance in a program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Orange County Library System.

AGE GROUP: | Preschoolers | Kids | Families |

EVENT TYPE: | Authors - Books - Writing |

TAGS: | meettheauthor | epd | bb-meet-the-author |

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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.
Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Raegan
Wed, Mar 26, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.
Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)
Wed, Mar 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired
During this 4-Session program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 3/18 Session 1, 3/19 Session 2, 3/25 Session 3, 3/26 Session 4
Practica Spanish Conversations for Seniors and Beyond
Wed, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
¡Practica tu español! Develop your Spanish language skills through conversations. Conversation topics and themed vocabulary will be provided. Recommended for seniors and adults.
Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 3 - Enhancing & Finalizing Documents
Wed, Mar 26, 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: Unreal Engine 5 Blueprint Fundamentals - Third-Person Programming Class Series (4 Parts)
Wed, Mar 26, 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 Class: Microsoft Word Level 4 - Mail Merge
Wed, Mar 26, 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: Intermediate Adult French - Lesson 25
Wed, Mar 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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.
Cancelled
Genealogy Research Report Writing & Numbering
Wed, Mar 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Learn to craft precise genealogy reports and master numbering systems in this focused lecture, enhancing your family history documentation skills.
Author Talk: Jennifer Weiner - Dreams We Chase
Wed, Mar 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
You’re invited to a glimmering conversation with New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Weiner as we chat about the signature emotional depth of her books.Register
Online: Adobe Express Social Media Graphics & Stationery
Thu, Mar 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
No time to learn Photoshop? Use the free Express app to intuitively and quickly create all the graphics you need.
Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns (2-Part) - Butterflies Version 2.0
Thu, Mar 27, 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 PowerPoint Level 3
Thu, Mar 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Get more precise control over your presentation. Learn how to insert slide transitions, add animations and hyperlinks. Create a customized photo album with simple to use tools.
Online: Adobe Express Social Media Videos and Reels
Thu, Mar 27, 10:45am - 11:15am
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.
Online: Adobe Premiere Level 3
Thu, Mar 27, 11:00am - 12:15pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 3
Add excitement and life to your movie! Use effects to transform a single angle video into a visually engaging multi-angle piece.
Cancelled
20 Free Websites For Genealogy Research
Thu, Mar 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Discover 20 invaluable free websites that every researcher should know about! Join us to explore these essential resources and enhance your research journey.
Online Class: Microsoft PowerPoint - Create Custom Templates
Thu, Mar 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Create consistency for your business by making a custom presentation template. Learn how to customize a theme and to format slides through the slide master that updates every slide in a presentation.
Online: Adobe Premiere Level 4
Thu, Mar 27, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 3
Transform the look of your videos using color correction techniques in Adobe Premiere. Learn the importance of color correction in filmmaking and video production.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Online Class: Cybersecurity Basics - PLA DigitalLearn
Thu, Mar 27, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Cybersecurity is all about the safety of our information when we’re online. Build confidence as you visit websites, create passwords, and respond to email.
English Conversation Hour
Thu, Mar 27, 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.
Online: Unreal Engine 5 Blueprint Fundamentals - Third-Person Programming Class Series (4 Parts)
Thu, Mar 27, 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.
Virtual: Winter Garden Book Club
Thu, Mar 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1
Please join us as we discuss the deep psychological mystery of Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng.
Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Training - Presented by Victim Service Center of Central Florida
Thu, Mar 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Room - EPD
Join Victim Service Center of Central Florida for this training on how to understand, recognize, and prevent sexual assault. Registration required.
Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Black & White Effects
Fri, Mar 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
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.
Crochet Along 2025: Diamond Crossbody Bag (12 Parts) - Advanced
Fri, Mar 28, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Join us for this year long series to create a crocheted crossbody bag. This class meets once a month to complete a longform project together in a warm and welcoming environment!
Online Class: Embroider a Monthly Stitch-Along (Series) - Confident Beginner Level
Fri, Mar 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Join us each month in 2025 for a stitch-along design. We will have an optional project to make with all of our designs at the end of the year!
Online: Unreal Engine 5 Blueprint Fundamentals - Third-Person Programming Class Series (4 Parts)
Fri, Mar 28, 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.
Virtual: English Conversation Hour
Fri, Mar 28, 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!
This event is full
Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Charts
Sat, Mar 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Display your data in stunning charts and graphs. Insert recommended and custom charts. Edit chart data, elements and styles.
Virtual: Basic English 1
Sat, Mar 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Washington Park
This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.
Speaking Clearly Advanced
Mon, Mar 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual ESL Room 2
Improve your English speaking and pronunciation skills. Intended for advanced English language learners. 
Knit Along: The April Hat (4-Part) - Confident Beginner Level - Gifting Series
Mon, Mar 31, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
The gifting series is all about knitting gifts to give. The April Hat by Kelbourne Woolens is a technique filled hat which will challenge the knitter with puffs, bobbles, and twisted stitches.
Sesame Street Storytime
Mon, Mar 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Room - Alafaya
Can you tell me how to get, how to get to Sesame Street? Let's make it a sunny day with a virtual storytime and craft celebrating our favorite friends. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Speaking Clearly Beginners
Mon, Mar 31, 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.
English for Social Interactions
Mon, Mar 31, 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.
Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Formulas & Functions
Mon, Mar 31, 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.
Bilingual Interactions with Ms. Brenda
Mon, Mar 31, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
Bilingual (Spanish / English) Conversational Interactions with Ms. Brenda
Basic English 1
Mon, Mar 31, 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, Mar 31, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Room - Alafaya
Put on your pajamas and enjoy an interactive virtual storytime with book, songs, games, and a craft. Recommended for ages 3 - 5.
Online Class: Roblox World Design (Ages 6-12)
Tue, Apr 01, 10:00am - 10:45am
Virtual Room - Winter Garden 2
Create the world for your Roblox games. Learn to use pre-designed and custom elements to build your world from scratch with Roblox Studio.
Spanish from Zero - Intermediate with Brenda
Tue, Apr 01, 10:15am - 11:15am
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.
Virtual: Writing Clearly Intermediate
Tue, Apr 01, 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. 
Online Class: Digital Painting with Kleki (Ages 6-12)
Tue, Apr 01, 11:00am - 11:45am
Virtual Room - Winter Garden 2
Learn the basics of using a digital environment for drawing and painting in your own web browser.
Spanish From Zero for Beginners with Ms. Brenda
Tue, Apr 01, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.
Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)
Tue, Apr 01, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired
During this 4-Session program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 4/1 Session 1, 4/2 Session 2, 4/8 Session 3, 4/9 Session 4
Spanish from Zero - Basics with Ms. Brenda
Tue, Apr 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish A1-A2) Come and learn basic Spanish with Ms. Brenda.
Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya
Tue, Apr 01, 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.
High School Advisory Board Meeting - Teen Volunteering
Tue, Apr 01, 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.
Online: Unity Game Development Class Series - Create a Third-Person Game (10 Classes)
Tue, Apr 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
This ten-part class series teaches the essential skills to develop a third-person exploration game in Unity.
Spanish from Zero - Intermediate with Brenda
Tue, Apr 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.
Online Class: Exploring Your Library Card Benefits - Beyond the Books
Tue, Apr 01, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Virtual Room - Winter Garden 2
Are you new to the system or have been a long-time customer? This class is for you. Learn about ALL the benefits your OCLS library card provides beyond the books.
Spanish From Zero for Beginners with Ms. Brenda
Tue, Apr 01, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.
The Truth About How Traditional Publishing Works - Traditional Publishing Bootcamp, Session 1
Tue, Apr 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Room - EPD
Take a peek behind the pages! New York Times bestselling author Ginny Myers Sain will give an overview of how the traditional publishing process and industry work (and how they don't).
Crochet Rita Fox Amigurumi (5 Parts) - Intermediate
Wed, Apr 02, 10:00am - 11:30am
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Practice amigurumi skills with this adorable little fox doll! Our fox is worked in a spiral and features several optional accessories.
Virtual: Writing Clearly Advanced
Wed, Apr 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us on ZOOM to practice academic style writing along with more complex vocabulary.
Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 1 - Creating Documents
Wed, Apr 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Online Technology Classroom 1
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.
Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 2 - Proofing, Templates & Pictures
Wed, Apr 02, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
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.
English Conversation Hour
Wed, Apr 02, 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.
Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Raegan
Wed, Apr 02, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.
Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)
Wed, Apr 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired
During this 4-Session program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 4/1 Session 1, 4/2 Session 2, 4/8 Session 3, 4/9 Session 4
Middle School Advisory Board Meeting - Teen Volunteering
Wed, Apr 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Youth Services 1
Earn community service by collaborating with your peers to test out new tween and teen programs, brainstorm new teen services, and more! Recommended for students in grades 6-8.
Online: Unity Game Development Class Series - Create a Third-Person Game (10 Classes)
Wed, Apr 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
This ten-part class series teaches the essential skills to develop a third-person exploration game in Unity.
Author Talk: Jodi Picoult - Wordsmith and Wonder
Wed, Apr 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Step into Spring with us as we chat with the highly acclaimed New York Times bestselling author Jodi Picoult about her newest novel, By Any Other Name. Register
Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns (4-Part) - Tulips
Thu, Apr 03, 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.
English Conversation Hour
Thu, Apr 03, 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.
Online: Unity Game Development Class Series - Create a Third-Person Game (10 Classes)
Thu, Apr 03, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
This ten-part class series teaches the essential skills to develop a third-person exploration game in Unity.
Yoga for Posture
Thu, Apr 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Room - EPD
This all-levels yoga class focuses on poses to build posture, body alignment, as well as core strength, and better oxygen flow throughout your body. Presented by certified Yoga Instructor Dana Brady.
Clase en Línea: Diseña con Canva - Volante, redes sociales, presentaciones y más
Fri, Apr 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Online Technology Classroom 2
Da vida a tus ideas de diseño con Canva, una aplicación de diseño gráfico gratuita. Ahorre tiempo aprovechando miles de plantillas profesionales para crear logotipos, folletos y más.
Online Class: Improve Your Job Interview Skills
Fri, Apr 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Better prepare yourself for the big day! Learn the interview process and become familiar with popular websites that provide supporting information.
Crochet Flower Decoration (3 Parts) - Intermediate
Fri, Apr 04, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Welcome spring with this cheerful flower decoration that combines crochet skills, beading, and starching your work! We will be learning how to starch crochet work during this class.
Online Class: Embroider a Mini Bookmark - Confident Beginner Level
Fri, Apr 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Celebrate National Library Week with a cute little bookmark project!
Online: Unity Game Development Class Series - Create a Third-Person Game (10 Classes)
Fri, Apr 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
This ten-part class series teaches the essential skills to develop a third-person exploration game in Unity.
Virtual: English Conversation Hour
Fri, Apr 04, 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!
Crafting Dialogue That Sounds Great
Sun, Apr 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - EPD
Screenwriter and novelist Jennie Jarvis will discuss how to write great dialogue that both sounds good out loud and reads well on the page.
Speaking Clearly Advanced
Mon, Apr 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual ESL Room 2
Speaking Clearly Advanced is a course designed for Advanced English language students who want to improve their speaking and pronunciation skills.
Knit Classic Jacket (18-Parts) - Confident Beginner Level
Mon, Apr 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
The classic knit jacket with an i-cord edge never goes out of style. Class will meet twice a month to stay on pace. Techniques include short rows shaping, i-cord edge, picking up and knit, and more.
Sesame Street Storytime
Mon, Apr 07, 11:00am - 11:40am
Virtual Room - Alafaya
Can you tell me how to get, how to get to Sesame Street? Let's make it a sunny day with a virtual storytime and craft celebrating our favorite friends. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Adobe Photoshop Level 1 - Editing Tools
Mon, Apr 07, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Learn about the functionality of Photoshop and explore the environment. Become familiar with using the Brush, Eraser, Selection, Move, and Crop tools.
Speaking Clearly Beginners
Mon, Apr 07, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Speaking Clearly is a pronunciation class for beginners. The class is designed to introduce learners to the basics of the sounds of English for pronunciation.
English for Social Interactions
Mon, Apr 07, 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.
Online Class: Resume Writing
Mon, Apr 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Online Technology Classroom 2
Bring your resume to the top of the pile. Learn how to plan, create, and format a professional-looking resume using built-in templates in Microsoft Word.
Bilingual Interactions with Ms. Brenda
Mon, Apr 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
Bilingual (Spanish / English) Conversational Interactions with Ms. Brenda
Basic English 1
Mon, Apr 07, 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, Apr 07, 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.
Online Class: 3D Digital Sculpting (Ages 6-12)
Tue, Apr 08, 10:00am - 10:45am
Virtual Room - Winter Garden 2
Create detailed sculptures in a digital environment. Learn to use SculptGL and the intuitive brushes and tools to create amazing artwork.
Spanish from Zero - Intermediate with Brenda
Tue, Apr 08, 10:15am - 11:15am
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.
Virtual: Basic Spanish with Ms. Wilnelia
Tue, Apr 08, 10:15am - 11:15am
Virtual Room - North Orange
Basic Spanish. Come and learn basic Spanish vocabulary.
Virtual: Writing Clearly Intermediate
Tue, Apr 08, 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. 
Online Class: QuickBooks Pro Level 1
Tue, Apr 08, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Learn the basic features of QuickBooks to get you started in organizing your business finances.
Spanish From Zero for Beginners with Ms. Brenda
Tue, Apr 08, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.
Cancelled
Genealogy in the States: Pennsylvania
Tue, Apr 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Explore the rich research resources and collections that are held in a variety of archives and repositories in Pennsylvania. Discover what records are available and how to use them.
Virtual: Intermediate Adult French - Lesson 26
Tue, Apr 08, 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.
Author Talk: Matthew Fleming - Stories, Science, and History of Trees
Tue, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Smithsonian Horticulturalist Matthew Fleming, guides us through the secret world of trees as is revealed in the beautiful and absorbing guide to the giants of the plant world.Register
Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)
Tue, Apr 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired
During this 4-Session program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 4/1 Session 1, 4/2 Session 2, 4/8 Session 3, 4/9 Session 4
Spanish from Zero - Basics with Ms. Brenda
Tue, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish A1-A2) Come and learn basic Spanish with Ms. Brenda.
Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya
Tue, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Room - Alafaya
Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.
Spanish from Zero - Intermediate with Brenda
Tue, Apr 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.
Virtual Event: D&D Drop-in Adventures (Ages 18+)
Tue, Apr 08, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Room - Winter Garden 2
Welcome to the world of Dungeons and Dragons: where we host a series of one night adventures inside a "West Marches" style campaign. A perfect opportunity for beginners and veterans alike.
This event is full
Spanish From Zero for Beginners with Ms. Brenda
Tue, Apr 08, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.
Revising a Novel - Traditional Publishing Bootcamp, Session 2
Tue, Apr 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Room - EPD
If you've just finished a first draft or will soon, the next step is revision. Author and editor Kristen Stieffel will discuss processes and tips for revising your novel.
Crochet Rita Fox Amigurumi (5 Parts) - Intermediate
Wed, Apr 09, 10:00am - 11:30am
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Practice amigurumi skills with this adorable little fox doll! Our fox is worked in a spiral and features several optional accessories.
Virtual: Writing Clearly Advanced
Wed, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us on ZOOM to practice academic style writing along with more complex vocabulary.
Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 3 - Enhancing & Finalizing Documents
Wed, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Online Technology Classroom 1
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.
Microsoft Word Level 4 - Mail Merge
Wed, Apr 09, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Contact your mailing list with ease. Use the Mail Merge wizard to create personalized letters and emails.
English Conversation Hour
Wed, Apr 09, 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.
Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Raegan
Wed, Apr 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.
Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)
Wed, Apr 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired
During this 4-Session program, students will meet via Zoom to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 4/1 Session 1, 4/2 Session 2, 4/8 Session 3, 4/9 Session 4
Practica Spanish Conversations for Seniors and Beyond
Wed, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
¡Practica tu español! Develop your Spanish language skills through conversations. Conversation topics and themed vocabulary will be provided. Recommended for seniors and adults.
Online: Unity Game Development Class Series - Create a Third-Person Game (10 Classes)
Wed, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
This ten-part class series teaches the essential skills to develop a third-person exploration game in Unity.
Virtual: Intermediate Adult French - Lesson 26
Wed, Apr 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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.
Cancelled
Genetic Genealogy Foundations Series
Wed, Apr 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Learn about the different types of DNA tests on the market and how to effectively use them to uncover or enhance your family history research.
Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns (4-Part) - Tulips
Thu, Apr 10, 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.
Cancelled
Utilizing the General Register Office Records (GRO)
Thu, Apr 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
The GRO oversees civil registration in England and Wales maintaining records of all births, marriages, and deaths dating back to 1837. Learn how to utilize this resource in your genealogical research.
English Conversation Hour
Thu, Apr 10, 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.
Online: Unity Game Development Class Series - Create a Third-Person Game (10 Classes)
Thu, Apr 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
This ten-part class series teaches the essential skills to develop a third-person exploration game in Unity.
Spring & Summer Gardening - with The Florida Gardenista
Thu, Apr 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Room - EPD
Spring has sprung and it’s time to revitalize the garden! Join the Florida Gardenista for guidance on how to have a successful warm weather growing season this year.
Virtual: Beginner Adult French - Lesson 15
Fri, Apr 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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.
Crochet Flower Decoration (3 Parts) - Intermediate
Fri, Apr 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Welcome spring with this cheerful flower decoration that combines crochet skills, beading, and starching your work! We will be learning how to starch crochet work during this class.
Online: Unity Game Development Class Series - Create a Third-Person Game (10 Classes)
Fri, Apr 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
This ten-part class series teaches the essential skills to develop a third-person exploration game in Unity.
Virtual: English Conversation Hour
Fri, Apr 11, 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!
Virtual: Little Readers
Sat, Apr 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual Room - Windermere
Start your child's reading journey with engaging activities focused on phonics and sight words. Emergent readers should be able to recognize all alphabetical letters. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Virtual: Basic English 1
Sat, Apr 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Washington Park
This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.
Virtual: OCLS Writer's Group
Sun, Apr 13, 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.
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