Open Lab - Yarnfiti Community Art Project - Orange County Library System

Mon, May 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

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

Workstation Open Lab - Adobe Creative Cloud (CC) Access

Tue, May 13, 10:15am - 10:40am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

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.

Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Workstation Open Lab provides free access to industry-leading design and editing software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, AE, and more. Available to use and experiment with!

Tue, May 13, 10:45am - 11:10am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

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.

Tue, May 13, 11:15am - 11:30am

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.

Crochet Level 2 - Beginner Level

Tue, May 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Taught by a certified ESOL instructor from the Adult Literacy League and focuses on developing various aspects of literacy.

Tue, May 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Chickasaw - Lab

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

Google Workspace Level 2 - Google Sheets

Tue, May 13, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Chickasaw - Lab

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.

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

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Microsoft Office getting you down? Try Google Workspace, a free alternative! Navigate spreadsheets confidently and explore useful tools like functions, charts, and conditional formatting.

May Flowers

Wed, May 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Listen to stories and engage in hands-on science activities to learn about flowers and plants. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Open Lab - Google Workspace Level 2 (Practice) - Google Sheets

Wed, May 14, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Practice navigating spreadsheets confidently and explore useful tools like functions, charts, and conditional formatting.

Spanish Conversation

Wed, May 14, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Develop your Spanish language skills through conversation. Conversational topics and themed vocabulary will be provided. Recommended for adults.

Cancelled

Crochet Anemone Flower (4-Parts) - Intermediate

Thu, May 15, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker.

Thu, May 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Lab

Celebrate Jewish Heritage Month with Israel's state flower, the Anemone coronaria—intermediate level for adults ages 18 and up.

Mindful Play Learning: Yoga for Preschoolers

Thu, May 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Each session is themed and playfully uses yoga and imagination to teach early learners social-emotional skills, support cognitive development and enhance creativity. Recommended for ages 3–5.

Adobe Illustrator Level 2

Thu, May 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

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

Open Lab - Adobe Illustrator Level 2 (Practice)

Thu, May 15, 4:45pm - 5:45pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Practice how to create and arrange text and image assets and use masks, transparency, and blending modes to create eye-catching designs.

Sewing - Super Mario Plushie - Confident Beginner

Fri, May 16, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Chickasaw - Lab

Create a fun sewing project. Describe the project and skills learned. Students are required to bring fabric.

This event is full

Chickasaw Book Club - Our Missing Hearts: a novel by Celeste Ng

Sat, May 17, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Join the Chickasaw Book Club to discuss Our Missing Hearts: A Novel by Celeste Ng. This group is all about enjoying good books and great company.

Introductory English Course

Sat, May 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Chickasaw - Lab

This course is designed for students who have very little or no English experience. Start from the beginning with letter sounds, syllables, and basic vocabulary.

Open Language Lab

Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Explore and learn English (ESOL) or the language of your choice in an open lab environment. Learn and practice using one of the available programs.

Understanding Medicare - An Overview of the U.S. Healthcare Program

Mon, May 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Lab

This program provides an overview of Medicare, explaining its structure and the various coverage options available to beneficiaries.

Sensory Storytime

Mon, May 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Co-Working Room 2

Promote your child's literacy and learning in a welcoming storytime specially designed for kids with sensory integration challenges. Registration is required. Recommended for families.

Google Workspace Nivel 3 - Google Slides

Mon, May 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

¿Tiene problemas con Microsoft Office? Prueba Google Workspace, ¡Una alternativa gratuita! Deje que su creatividad brille y cree presentaciones dinámicas y de aspecto profesional.

Open Lab - Google Workspace (Práctica) - Google Slides

Mon, May 19, 4:45pm - 5:45pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Práctica como crear presentaciones dinámicas y de aspecto profesional.

Mon, May 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

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

Workstation Open Lab - Adobe Creative Cloud (CC) Access

Tue, May 20, 10:15am - 10:40am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

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.

Tue, May 20, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Workstation Open Lab provides free access to industry-leading design and editing software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, AE, and more. Available to use and experiment with!

Tue, May 20, 10:45am - 11:10am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

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.

Tue, May 20, 11:15am - 11:30am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

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.

Crochet in the Round - Beginner Level

Tue, May 20, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Taught by a certified ESOL instructor from the Adult Literacy League and focuses on developing various aspects of literacy.

Tue, May 20, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Chickasaw - Lab

Add to your project possibilities by crocheting in the round! Create amigurumi, hats, bowls and more. Learn how to create circles with increase stitches and use stitch markers to track your work.

Google Workspace Level 3 - Google Slides

Tue, May 20, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Chickasaw - Lab

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.

Wed, May 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

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

It's All Groovy

Wed, May 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Who's the cool cat on the street? Learn basic concepts with sing-along stories and activities inspired by Pete the Cat. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Open Lab - Google Workspace Level 3 (Practice) - Google Slides

Wed, May 21, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Practice how to create dynamic, professional looking presentations using Google Slides.

Spanish Conversation

Wed, May 21, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Develop your Spanish language skills through conversation. Conversational topics and themed vocabulary will be provided. Recommended for adults.

Crochet Anemone Flower (4-Parts) - Intermediate

Thu, May 22, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Chickasaw - Co-Working Room 2

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker.

Thu, May 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Lab

Celebrate Jewish Heritage Month with Israel's state flower, the Anemone coronaria—intermediate level for adults ages 18 and up.

Mindful Play Learning: Yoga for Preschoolers

Thu, May 22, 11:00am - 11:30am

Chickasaw - Stage

Each session is themed and playfully uses yoga and imagination to teach early learners social-emotional skills, support cognitive development and enhance creativity. Recommended for ages 3–5.

Basic English 2

Thu, May 22, 1:00pm - 1:55pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

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

English Conversation Hour

Thu, May 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

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

Adobe Illustrator Level 3

Thu, May 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Explore the benefits of having a defined and consistent visual design style. Use a variety of tools and techniques to apply styles such as watercolor, flat, outline and more.

Open Lab - Adobe Illustrator Level 3 (Practice)

Thu, May 22, 4:45pm - 5:45pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Practice and explore the benefits of having a defined and consistent visual design style. Use a variety of tools and techniques to apply styles such as watercolor, flat, outline and more.

Reading Clearly for Beginners

Fri, May 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Reading Clearly Beginners explores English grammar and vocabulary for comprehension and vocabulary development.

Hand Sewing Sashiko - Asanoha (Hemp Leaf) Moyosahi Version - Yarnfiti Stitched Together Space Series

Sat, May 24, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Chickasaw - Lab

Learn sashiko hand sewing techniques that form geometric patterns from simple running stitches. Create beautiful designs layer-by-layer while learning to mark and sew these geometric designs.

This event is full

Family Art Adventures: Memorial Day Poppies - Celebrate Memorial Day

Sat, May 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Pop in to paint poppies. Discover the meaning and history of the poppy as the symbol of Memorial Day. Then create your own masterpiece. Recommended for families.

Sonia Delaunay Art

Sat, May 24, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Learn about Jewish artist Sonia Delaunay and create your own Delaunay masterpiece. Ages 18 and up. Registration required.

This event is full

Cancelled

Mon, May 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

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

Workstation Open Lab - Adobe Creative Cloud (CC) Access

Tue, May 27, 10:15am - 10:40am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

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.

Open Playtime

Tue, May 27, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Stage

Let your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends during unstructured play time with activities that promote sharing, taking turns, and having fun!. Recommended for families.

Tue, May 27, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Workstation Open Lab provides free access to industry-leading design and editing software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, AE, and more. Available to use and experiment with!

Tue, May 27, 10:45am - 11:10am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

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.

Tue, May 27, 11:15am - 11:30am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

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.

Tapestry Crochet - Sun - Confident Beginner

Tue, May 27, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Taught by a certified ESOL instructor from the Adult Literacy League and focuses on developing various aspects of literacy.

Tue, May 27, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Chickasaw - Lab

Dive into the world of Tapestry Crochet! Learn how to read a grid to create a tapestry design using the single crochet stitch.

Tue, May 27, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Chickasaw - Lab

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.

Open Lab - Google Apps

Wed, May 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

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

Seeds of Kindness

Wed, May 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Plant seeds of kindness and watch them grow! Attendees will learn about the importance of seeds and kindness through stories, songs, and activities. Recommended for children ages 18-36 months.

Mindful Play Learning: Yoga for Preschoolers

Thu, May 29, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Chickasaw - Co-Working Room 2

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker.

Thu, May 29, 11:00am - 11:30am

Chickasaw - Stage

Each session is themed and playfully uses yoga and imagination to teach early learners social-emotional skills, support cognitive development and enhance creativity. Recommended for ages 3–5.

Basic English 2

Thu, May 29, 1:00pm - 1:55pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

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

English Conversation Hour

Thu, May 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

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

Adobe Illustrator Level 4

Thu, May 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Design a poster in Adobe Illustrator. Use the Transform options to scale objects, frame images using the Transparency panel and speed up text formatting with Paragraph Styles.

Open Lab - Adobe Illustrator Level 4 (Practice)

Thu, May 29, 4:45pm - 5:45pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Practice using the Transform options to scale objects, frame images using the Transparency panel and speed up text formatting with Paragraph Styles to create a poster.

Open Lab - Yarnfiti Stitched Together Space Series

Fri, May 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Chickasaw - Lab

Fiber artists, share in creating a space make out of this world handcrafted art. Bring your own craft to work on during this Open Lab.

Polynesian Dance Performance - Honoring AANHPI Heritage Month

Sat, May 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Stage

Immerse yourself in the vibrant history of Polynesia through elaborate dances presented by Lanakila’s Polynesian Dance Team. Honoring Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

Introductory English Course

Sat, May 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

This course is designed for students who have very little or no English experience. Start from the beginning with letter sounds, syllables, and basic vocabulary.

Open Language Lab

Sat, May 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Explore and learn English (ESOL) or the language of your choice in an open lab environment. Learn and practice using one of the available programs.

Baby Loves Red! - Summer at Your Library

Mon, Jun 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

Chickasaw - Stage

R-E-D, Red! Celebrate your baby's first primary color through movement, music, rhymes and stories. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Book Page Watercolor Art - Summer at Your Library

Mon, Jun 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Ask at Desk

Got an old book you do not know what to do with? Bring out your inner artist and transform a book page into a stunning visual piece. Ages 18 and up. Registration required.

Coloring with GIMP (Ages 6 - 12) - Create & Color a Scene

Mon, Jun 02, 11:00am - 11:30am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

This summer, Orange County Public Schools Food & Nutrition Services is touring your city to offer meals at no charge to children and young adults 18 and under.

Mon, Jun 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Use GIMP to bring some scenes to life! Learn how to work with Layers, Move and Transform Tools, and Painting Tools.

This event is full

Open Lab - Ask A Tech - (Español)

Mon, Jun 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

¿Está estancado en un proyecto o simplemente necesita ideas constructivas para comenzar? ¡Le Ayudaremos! Un Instructor de tecnología estará disponible para ayudarlo en este laboratorio abierto.

Mon, Jun 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Chickasaw - Ask at Desk

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

Tue, Jun 03, 10:15am - 10:40am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

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.

Tue, Jun 03, 10:45am - 11:05am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

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.

Tue, Jun 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

Chickasaw - Ask at Desk

This summer, Orange County Public Schools Food & Nutrition Services is touring your city to offer meals at no charge to children and young adults 18 and under.

Design with Canva for Teens (Ages 13-18) - Flyers, Social Media, Presentations & more

Tue, Jun 03, 11:15am - 11:30am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

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.

Tue, Jun 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Bring your design ideas to life with Canva, a free graphic design application. Ages 13-18.

Tue, Jun 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Taught by a certified ESOL instructor from the Adult Literacy League and focuses on developing various aspects of literacy.

Crochet Level 1

Tue, Jun 03, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Chickasaw - Lab

Start crocheting today! Learn basic techniques while creating your first project, a bookmark for your favorite read. Techniques include creating a slip knot, chaining, and single crochet stitches.

This event is full

Messy Science - Summer at Your Library

Tue, Jun 03, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Chickasaw - Lab

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.

Tue, Jun 03, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Ready to get messy in the name of science? We'll conduct fun, hands-on experiments while learning about chemical reactions and more! For ages 6-12. Registration Required.

This event is full

Cancelled

Clean the World: Free Shower Service

Wed, Jun 04, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Clean the World's mobile showers will provide service for customers who do not have access to clean water or bathrooms. Hygiene kits will be provided while supplies last.

Spheres Bubble Show - Summer at Your Library

Wed, Jun 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

Chickasaw - Stage

Spheres Bubble Show is a comedic and mysterious fusion of art, science, and magic, presented by master bubble performer and 4x Guinness World Record holder Blaise Ryndes! Recommended for ages 6-12.

Wed, Jun 04, 11:00am - 11:30am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

This summer, Orange County Public Schools Food & Nutrition Services is touring your city to offer meals at no charge to children and young adults 18 and under.

Medicaid - Unlocking Access - Navigating Medicaid Benefits and Resources

Thu, Jun 05, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Chickasaw - Co-Working Room 2

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.info/socialworker.

Thu, Jun 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

This program offers a comprehensive look at Medicaid, a joint federal and state program that provides healthcare coverage to low-income individuals and families.

English Conversation Hour

Thu, Jun 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

Chickasaw - Ask at Desk

This summer, Orange County Public Schools Food & Nutrition Services is touring your city to offer meals at no charge to children and young adults 18 and under.

Basic English 2

Thu, Jun 05, 1:00pm - 1:50pm

Chickasaw - Ask at Desk

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

Thu, Jun 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Chickasaw - Ask at Desk

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

Comedic Science Show: Into The Deep - Summer at Your Library

Fri, Jun 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Chickasaw - Stage

Experience a love story between a mermaid and a scientist who must traverse the ocean and its depths to find each other. Recommended for ages 6-12.