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Writing Satisfying Endings

A Crucial but Overlooked Element of Great Fiction
2025-03-11 19:00:00 2025-03-11 20:00:00 America/New_York Writing Satisfying Endings Author and editor Kristen Stieffel will discuss how to avoid the most common climax and denouement errors, and how to ensure the character arc is reflected in the plot resolution. Online - Virtual Room - EPD

Tuesday, March 11
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-03-11 19:00:00 2025-03-11 20:00:00 America/New_York Writing Satisfying Endings Author and editor Kristen Stieffel will discuss how to avoid the most common climax and denouement errors, and how to ensure the character arc is reflected in the plot resolution. Online - Virtual Room - EPD

Online

Virtual Room - EPD

Author and editor Kristen Stieffel will discuss how to avoid the most common climax and denouement errors, and how to ensure the character arc is reflected in the plot resolution.

This is a Virtual Event hosted through Zoom. You will receive an email with a link to access the Zoom room before the event from your event host.  
 
A computer with access to the internet and speakers or headsets are required. 
 
If using a mobile device, Android and iOS users must install the Zoom App. However, please note interactivity may be limited.  

This event will not be recorded and playback will not be available. Please arrive on time.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Authors - Books - Writing |

TAGS: | writers | promo | epd | bb-writers-corner |

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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
Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Data Management Level 1 - Create Spreadsheets
Wed, Apr 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Learn how to use advanced sort and filter options; apply data validation and other data tools to organize your data.
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.
Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Data Management Level 2 - Create Spreadsheets
Wed, Apr 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Learn how to apply data subtotals, outlines, data consolidation and conditional formatting to organize your data.
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.
This event is full
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.
Online Class: WordPress Level 1
Thu, Apr 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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.
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.
Online Class: Microsoft OneNote Fundamentals - Create Spreadsheets
Fri, Apr 04, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Boost your productivity with Microsoft's powerful note-taking app. Learn how to organize your pages, revise your notes and collaborate with your team.
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!
Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Pivot Tables
Sat, Apr 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Dread analyzing data? Simplify the process and create meaningful reports using the powerful PivotTable tools.
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.
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.
Online Class: Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1 - Create Spreadsheets
Mon, Apr 07, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Identify the basic features and tools to get you started. Learn how to create a presentation by using templates, text, and picture files.
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.
Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 3 - Functions & Automated Features
Tue, Apr 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
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.
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
Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 4 - More Functions & Visual Tools
Tue, Apr 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
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.
This event is full
Online Class: Search & Apply for Jobs
Thu, Apr 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Become familiar with popular job search websites and common questions asked on job applications. Learn how to use various internet resources to search and apply for jobs.
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.
Online Class: Resume Writing
Thu, Apr 10, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
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.
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.
Online Class: WordPress Level 2
Thu, Apr 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Create a website with WordPress. Customize the appearance and layout of your site to get the look you want by using a wide selection of free themes.
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.
Adobe Photoshop Level 1 - Editing Tools
Fri, Apr 11, 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.
Online Class: Microsoft PowerPoint Level 2 - Create Spreadsheets
Fri, Apr 11, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Capture your audience attention with a visually compelling presentation. Learn how to insert and customize SmartArt graphics, tables, charts and video.
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.
Online Class: Microsoft PowerPoint Level 3
Sat, Apr 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
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.
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.
Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 1 - Creating Documents
Sun, Apr 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
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
Sun, Apr 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
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.
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.
All-Levels Yoga
Mon, Apr 14, 8:00am - 9:00am
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.
Speaking Clearly Advanced
Mon, Apr 14, 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 Stars (2-Part) - Confident Beginner Yarnfiti Stitched Together Space Series
Mon, Apr 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Knit Stars are fun and quick to knit. Skills we will learn include working in the round, with circular and double pointed needles and center double decreases.
Sesame Street Storytime
Mon, Apr 14, 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 2 - Working with Layers
Mon, Apr 14, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Learn how to use layers, layer masks, and layer styles. Become familiar with additional Photoshop tools like Paint Bucket, Type, and Free Transform. Explore Photoshop's myriad of adjustment layers.
Speaking Clearly Beginners
Mon, Apr 14, 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.
Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 3 - Enhancing & Finalizing Documents
Mon, Apr 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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 Class: Microsoft Word Level 4 - Mail Merge
Mon, Apr 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Contact your mailing list with ease. Use the Mail Merge wizard to create personalized letters and emails.
English for Social Interactions
Mon, Apr 14, 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: Search & Apply for Jobs
Mon, Apr 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Online Technology Classroom 2
Become familiar with popular job search websites and common questions asked on job applications. Learn how to use various internet resources to search and apply for jobs.
Bilingual Interactions with Ms. Brenda
Mon, Apr 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
Bilingual (Spanish / English) Conversational Interactions with Ms. Brenda
Basic English 1
Mon, Apr 14, 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 14, 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: Google Workspace Level 1 - Google Docs
Tue, Apr 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual Room - Winter Garden 2
Microsoft Office getting you down? Try Google Workspace, a free alternative! Learn how to type and edit documents like letters, flyers, and resumes using Google Docs.
Spanish from Zero - Intermediate with Brenda
Tue, Apr 15, 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 15, 10:15am - 11:15am
Virtual Room - North Orange
Basic Spanish. Come and learn basic Spanish vocabulary.
Virtual: Writing Clearly Intermediate
Tue, Apr 15, 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 2
Tue, Apr 15, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Online Technology Classroom 1
Learn how to setup a new company profile including the Vendor Center, Customer Center and adding Items. Recommended Audience: Adult
Online Class: Google Workspace Level 2 - Google Sheets
Tue, Apr 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Room - Winter Garden 2
Microsoft Office getting you down? Try Google Workspace, a free alternative! Navigate spreadsheets confidently and explore useful tools like functions, charts, and conditional formatting.
Spanish From Zero for Beginners with Ms. Brenda
Tue, Apr 15, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.
Cancelled
DPLA and Genealogy
Tue, Apr 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Discover the Digital Public Library of America and learn how you can use this amazing resource to enhance your genealogy research.
Virtual: Intermediate Adult French - Lesson 27
Tue, Apr 15, 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.
Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)
Tue, Apr 15, 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. 4/15 Session 1, 4/16 Session 2, 4/22 Session 3, 4/23 Session 4
Spanish from Zero - Basics with Ms. Brenda
Tue, Apr 15, 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 15, 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: Book Club - Teen Volunteering
Tue, Apr 15, 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: Unity Game Development Class Series - Create a Third-Person Game (10 Classes)
Tue, Apr 15, 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.
Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Automate Tasks
Tue, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Automate everyday tasks with macros. Record data entry and formatting. Insert and modify objects to run macros without coding.
Spanish from Zero - Intermediate with Brenda
Tue, Apr 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.
Online Class: Roblox World Design (Ages 7-12)
Tue, Apr 15, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
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.
Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Charts
Tue, Apr 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Display your data in stunning charts and graphs. Insert recommended and custom charts. Edit chart data, elements and styles.
Spanish From Zero for Beginners with Ms. Brenda
Tue, Apr 15, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.
Literary Agents and the Querying Process - Traditional Publishing Bootcamp, Session 3
Tue, Apr 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Room - EPD
Author Michael Mammay will discuss what literary agents do, who needs one, and how to find and choose one. Learn how to prepare, querying strategies, and what happens when an agent is interested.
Crochet Rita Fox Amigurumi (5 Parts) - Intermediate
Wed, Apr 16, 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 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us on ZOOM to practice academic style writing along with more complex vocabulary.
English Conversation Hour
Wed, Apr 16, 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 16, 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 16, 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. 4/15 Session 1, 4/16 Session 2, 4/22 Session 3, 4/23 Session 4
Online: Unity Game Development Class Series - Create a Third-Person Game (10 Classes)
Wed, Apr 16, 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: Magic Tree House Expeditions - Pirates
Wed, Apr 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Room - Windermere
Jack and Annie need your help with their latest voyage in the Magic Tree House. If you love their adventures, now is your chance to be part of their travels through time. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Cuisine Corner: Puff Pastry Delights
Wed, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Yamira Lee Johnson, head chef and founder of Breaking Bread with Mira will show us how to make delectable, sweet cheese, fruit filled and savory versions of puff pastries.
Virtual: Intermediate Adult French - Lesson 27
Wed, Apr 16, 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.
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Genetic Genealogy Foundations Series
Wed, Apr 16, 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 17, 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.
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Genealogy Research Project Start-to-Finish
Thu, Apr 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Get your genealogy research on track. Learn how to organize information at the beginning of your genealogy research project in order to help you develop and implement an effective research plan.
English Conversation Hour
Thu, Apr 17, 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 17, 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.
Online Class: WordPress Level 3
Thu, Apr 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Learn how to use plugins and widgets to customize your site around your audience. Create interactive content to effectively engage your clients.
Introduction to the Art of Arabic Calligraphy - with Elinor A. Holland
Thu, Apr 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Room - EPD
Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month with Elinor A. Holland in this introduction to the treasured, ancient art of Arabic calligraphy.
Sketching 101
Fri, Apr 18, 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.
Crochet Flower Decoration (3 Parts) - Intermediate
Fri, Apr 18, 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 Planets - Yarnfiti Stitched Together Space Series
Fri, Apr 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Practice your blanket stitch while making your own slice of the Solar System. Once finished, you can submit your project for display in this year's Yarnfiti Community Project.
Online: Unity - Visual Scripting
Fri, Apr 18, 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.
Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Formulas & Functions
Fri, Apr 18, 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.
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