Skip to main content
Font size options
Increase or decrease the font size for this website by clicking on the 'A's.
Contrast options
Choose a color combination to give the most comfortable contrast.

Registration now closed

Ekphrastic Poetry

Writing about Works of Art
2025-05-09 16:00:00 2025-05-09 17:00:00 America/New_York Ekphrastic Poetry Learn how to create vivid descriptions and stories about visual artwork through poetry. Write your own ekphrastic poem using this ancient practice. Recommended for ages 18 and up. Alafaya Branch - Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Friday, May 09
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-09 16:00:00 2025-05-09 17:00:00 America/New_York Ekphrastic Poetry Learn how to create vivid descriptions and stories about visual artwork through poetry. Write your own ekphrastic poem using this ancient practice. Recommended for ages 18 and up. Alafaya Branch - Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Alafaya Branch

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Learn how to create vivid descriptions and stories about visual artwork through poetry. Write your own ekphrastic poem using this ancient practice. Recommended for ages 18 and up.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Authors - Books - Writing |

TAGS: | bb-library-events |

Alafaya Branch
Phone: 407-835-7323
Hours
Skip Opening Hours widget
Mon, May 25 Closed
(Closed in observation of Memorial Day.)
Tue, May 26 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, May 27 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, May 28 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, May 29 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 30 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, May 31 1:00PM to 6:00PM
previous
this week
next
About the branch

LYNX Bus Link 104 East Colonial

 

Alafaya Branch has a long history of providing library services to the East Orange County community. The branch originally opened in 1965 as the Azalea Park branch, situated on Lake Barton Road. From the 1970s through the 1990s the branch provided library services from shopping center locations. Ground was broken in January 1999 for a new branch, designed to be the prototype branch for future Orange County Library System branches. Opened on February 1, 2000, Alafaya Branch was funded by a Florida Library Construction Grant.

Upcoming events

Skip Upcoming Events widget
Basic English 2
Sat, May 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.
This event is full
English Conversation Hour
Sat, May 30, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Alafaya - Meeting Room 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.
Social Worker @ the Library - By Appointment Only
Mon, Jun 01, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.org/socialworker.
Dance Party with DJ Renee Adams - Summer at Your Library
Mon, Jun 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Alafaya - Back of Branch
Get ready to move and dance with this lively and engaging DJ. Challenge yourself to learn new dances and join in on the ones you know. A dance party for everyone to enjoy. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Learn to Use a Microscope
Mon, Jun 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
There’s a microscopic world waiting to be explored! Learn how to use a microscope and view the world around us through a different lens. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
This event is full
Dance Party with DJ Renee Adams - Summer at Your Library
Mon, Jun 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Alafaya - Back of Branch
Get ready to move and dance with this lively and engaging DJ. Challenge yourself to learn new dances and join in on the ones you know. A dance party for everyone to enjoy. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Learn to Use a Microscope
Mon, Jun 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
There’s a microscopic world waiting to be explored! Learn how to use a microscope and view the world around us through a different lens. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
This event is full
Preschool Storytime: Busy Bugs - Summer at Your Library
Tue, Jun 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Alafaya - Back of Branch,Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
Preschoolers will delight in interactive stories, songs, and rhymes that inspire a love of reading and build early literacy skills. Recommended for ages 3–5.
Microsoft Excel Level 1 - Creating Spreadsheets
Tue, Jun 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas. Save your data and learn how to share workbooks with collaborators.
Sign Language Basics
Tue, Jun 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
Explore the basics of American Sign Language while practicing with others. Learn the basics of finger spelling and several phrases for conversation. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.
Masterpiece Junior: Summer Beaded Friendship Bracelets - Summer at Your Library
Tue, Jun 02, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
Discover the world of art! Together, we'll learn something new, get inspired, and create a masterpiece. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
This event is full
LEGO® Club
Tue, Jun 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
The Library invites you to come and use your imagination to build! Bricks will be provided, but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.
This event is full
Toddler Play & Connect: Summer Bubbles - Summer at Your Library
Wed, Jun 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little ones explore imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.
Learn American Sign Language
Wed, Jun 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
Discover American Sign Language in a fun and interactive way! Learn to count from 1 to 10 and the basics of finger spelling while practicing together. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
This event is full
District 10 Office Hours - Representative Frost
Wed, Jun 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Alafaya - Flex Space
An opportunity for legislative teams to meet directly with constituents to assist with general questions or concerns.
Fiber Arts Junior: Finger Knit a Snake - Summer at Your Library
Wed, Jun 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
Untangle the mysteries of finger knitting and create a toy using yarn and your fingers. Recommended for kids ages 6-12. Registration required.
This event is full
Microsoft PowerPoint Level 2
Wed, Jun 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
Capture your audience attention with a visually compelling presentation. Learn how to insert and customize SmartArt graphics, tables, charts and video.
Crazy Science: Dry Ice Show - Summer at Your Library
Thu, Jun 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Alafaya - Back of Branch,Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
Feel like a real scientist as you take part in these spectacular dry ice experiments with the Crazy Science Professor. Recommended for ages 6-12.
This event is full
Open Lab - Ask A Tech for Seniors
Thu, Jun 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
Are you stuck on a software-related project or simply need constructive ideas to get you started? Let us help! A technology trainer will be available to assist you in this open lab.
Masterpiece Junior: Screen Printing - Summer at Your Library
Thu, Jun 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
Discover the world of art! Together, we'll learn something new, get inspired, and create a masterpiece. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
This event is full
LEGO® WeDo™ Build a Race Car
Thu, Jun 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
Build and program a LEGO ® Race Car with WeDo™. Learn how technology plays an active role in our everyday life. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
This event is full
Alafaya Book Club - Summer at Your Library
Thu, Jun 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
The Alafaya Book Club's June selection is "The Martha's Vineyard Beach and Book Club" by Martha Hall Kelly. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
Social Worker @ the Library
Fri, Jun 05, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services.
Preschool Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Fri, Jun 05, 10:15am - 10:40am
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
Through picture books, songs, and stories, preschoolers (ages 3–5) build early literacy skills and prepare for reading and writing by talking, singing, reading, and playing.
Toddler Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Fri, Jun 05, 10:45am - 11:05am
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
Through movement, storytelling, and songs, toddlers (ages 18–36 months) build early literacy, listening, and verbal skills while developing motor coordination and discovering the joy of books.
Baby Tales - Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe
Fri, Jun 05, 11:15am - 11:30am
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
Featuring rhythm, rhymes, and repetition, this lap-time program supports early literacy, motor skills, language development, and a love of books for babies (ages 0–18 months).
Baby Play & Connect
Fri, Jun 05, 11:45am - 12:15pm
Alafaya - Meeting Room 1
Connect with other caregivers while your babies wiggle, giggle, and explore early play together. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.
Computer Basics Level 1 - Getting Started with Windows
Fri, Jun 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
Get up and running with computers. Learn how to navigate the computer desktop and how to perform various techniques in manipulating windows using basic mouse and keyboard techniques.
Design Characters using Tynker
Fri, Jun 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Alafaya - Computer Lab
Design characters, items, blocks and mobs for Minecraft using Tynker. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
This event is full
See all events