Hiawassee Book Club

Online: Adobe After Effects Level 1

Tue, Jul 22, 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. 

Tue, Jul 22, 11:00am - 12:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn the basics of animation in this Adobe After Effects starter class. Explore compositions, layers, keyframes, and motion paths by creating a bouncing ball animation.

Virtual: Intermediate Adult French - Lesson 39

Tue, Jul 22, 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: Adobe After Effects Level 2

Tue, Jul 22, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Create a spectacular celestial video animation using a few stills and Adobe After Effects. Learn how to import footage, set up a composition, and animate layers using keyframes.

Virtual: Basic Spanish with Ms. Wilnelia

Tue, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Room - North Orange

Basic Spanish. Come and learn basic Spanish vocabulary.

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Tue, Jul 22, 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. 7/15 Session 1, 7/16 Session 2, 7/22 Session 3, 7/23 Session 4

Tue, Jul 22, 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. Ages 18 and up.

Turning the Dreaded Synopsis into Your Secret Weapon

Tue, Jul 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

The synopsis can help you with every stage of writing and editing a novel. Literary Agent Anjanette Barr will discuss how to use it when outlining, when querying, and when writing back cover copy.

Joy of Reading: A No-Pressure Book Club

Tue, Jul 22, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual Room - Southwest

All book lovers welcome! Join us to chat about what you are reading. No assigned book to read. A fun and engaging social book club. Held bi-monthly. Registration required. Ages 18+

Online Class: Pansy Earrings - Intermediate

Wed, Jul 23, 10:00am - 11:30am

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Learn how to crochet these darling pansies to create bright and cheerful earrings!

Online: Generative AI with Adobe Firefly

Wed, Jul 23, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Wed, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Wed, Jul 23, 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.

Mayor Buddy's Book Club End of Book Party - The Big Sting - Session 2

Wed, Jul 23, 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.

Rescheduled

Wed, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

New date Tuesday, July 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Orlando Mayor Buddy's Book Club is celebrating the completion of their latest book! Recommended for ages 8-12.

Author Talk: Rex Ogle - Illuminating Hope and Grace in the Face of Hardship

Wed, Jul 23, 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. 7/15 Session 1, 7/16 Session 2, 7/22 Session 3, 7/23 Session 4

Wed, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

You’re invited to join us online with award-winning author Rex Ogle as he talks about his struggles to navigate sixth grade as written about in his book FREE LUNCH. Recommended for ages 6-12.Register

Online: Intro to Adobe Illustrator

Wed, Jul 23, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn what this powerful vector application is capable of.

Virtual: Intermediate Adult French - Lesson 39

Wed, Jul 23, 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.

All-Levels Yoga

Wed, Jul 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Get moving with this energizing and relaxing yoga sequence for all-levels. Tap into the strength, balance, flexibility and relaxation that your body can provide you.

Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns (4-Part) - Sakura

Thu, Jul 24, 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: Microsoft Word Level 3 - Enhancing & Finalizing Documents

Thu, Jul 24, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

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

Thu, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1

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

Thu, Jul 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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

Online Class: Animate Shapes with PowerPoint (Ages 7-9)

Thu, Jul 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Online Technology Classroom 2

Bring your ideas to life. Draw and animate shapes in Microsoft PowerPoint. Combine shapes into pictures, then use simple formatting, transition and animation tools.

This event is full

Online Class: Microsoft Word - Review and Citation Tools

Thu, Jul 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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

Online Class: Code with Minecraft (Ages 7-9) - Minecraft Designer

Fri, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:15am

Online Technology Classroom 1

Make your own Minecraft world! Program the environment, animals and mobs. Use algorithms, functions, loops, and conditions to complete code challenges.

This event is full

Crochet Along 2025: Diamond Crossbody Bag (12 Parts) - Advanced

Fri, Jul 25, 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!

This event is full

Virtual: Beginner Adult French - Lesson 21

Fri, Jul 25, 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.

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

Fri, Jul 25, 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 Class: Microsoft OneNote Fundamentals

Fri, Jul 25, 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!

Sat, Jul 26, 10:30am - 12:00pm

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.

Online: Intro to Adobe Illustrator

Sun, Jul 27, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn what this powerful vector application is capable of.

Online: Adobe Illustrator Tips and Tricks

Sun, Jul 27, 1:45pm - 2:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Online: Logo Design and Development using Adobe Illustrator

Sun, Jul 27, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Rescheduled

Chair Yoga

Mon, Jul 28, 8:00am - 9:00am

New date Wednesday, July 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Get moving with this energizing and relaxing Chair Yoga sequence for all-levels. Tap into the strength, balance, flexibility and relaxation that your body can provide you. Requires use of a chair.

Speaking Clearly Advanced

Mon, Jul 28, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual ESL Room 2

Speaking Clearly Advanced is a course designed for students who want to improve their speaking and presentation skills. Recommended for ages 18 and up.

Knit Classic Jacket (18-Parts) - Confident Beginner Level

Mon, Jul 28, 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.

This event is full

Online Class: WordPress Level 1

Mon, Jul 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

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.

This event is full

Back to School: Family Health Tips

Mon, Jul 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Explore helpful health tips about sleep, exercise, nutrition, anxiety, bullying and more to help you and your children prepare for back-to-school.

Sesame Street Colorful Storytime

Mon, Jul 28, 11:00am - 11:45am

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Can you tell me how to get to Sesame Street? Let's make it a sunny day with a virtual storytime celebrating our favorite friends, letters, numbers, and colors. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Speaking Clearly Beginners

Mon, Jul 28, 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. Recommended for ages 18 and up.

Online Class: WordPress Level 2

Mon, Jul 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

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.

Online Class: Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1

Mon, Jul 28, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

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, Jul 28, 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 ages 18 and up.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Formulas & Functions

Mon, Jul 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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

Online: Create Photorealistic 3D Images with Adobe Stager

Mon, Jul 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Mon, Jul 28, 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.

Online: Intro to Adobe Bridge

Mon, Jul 28, 7:00pm - 7:45pm

Virtual Room - Alafaya

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

Tue, Jul 29, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn how this file management app can speed up your workflow.

Online: Adobe After Effects Level 3

Tue, Jul 29, 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. 

Tue, Jul 29, 11:00am - 12:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Raise your video production value with motion graphic elements. Animate lower-third titles by using After Effect's shape layers, solid layers, type tool and anchor point tool.

Virtual: Intermediate Adult French - Lesson 40

Tue, Jul 29, 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: Adobe After Effects Level 4

Tue, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Take animation to the third dimension! Discover how to use 3D Layers, 3D cameras and Z-space to create the illusion of depth and motion with still photographs.

Online Class: Microsoft PowerPoint Level 2

Tue, Jul 29, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

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 Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Tue, Jul 29, 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. Ages 18 and up.

Online: Digital Painting 101

Tue, Jul 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Writing Time Travel Fiction

Tue, Jul 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Learn to write time travel fiction like a pro from author and editor Alli Martin. Discover which paradoxes you can prod and which to avoid by exploring the history of time travel fiction and science.

Online Class: Crochet Mandala Earrings - Intermediate

Wed, Jul 30, 10:00am - 11:30am

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Crochet these lovely mandala earrings to keep or give to a friend!

Online Class: Basic Programming Concepts Level 1 - Block Coding with Code Studio

Wed, Jul 30, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Wed, Jul 30, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Start your programming adventure with the basics. Create a mobile web app while learning key concepts, including algorithms, programs, events and debugging.

Wed, Jul 30, 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.

Online Class: Microsoft PowerPoint Level 3

Wed, Jul 30, 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.

Cancelled

Wed, Jul 30, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

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: Intermediate Adult French - Lesson 40

Wed, Jul 30, 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.

Chair Yoga

Wed, Jul 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Get moving with this energizing and relaxing Chair Yoga sequence for all-levels. Tap into the strength, balance, flexibility and relaxation that your body can provide you. Requires use of a chair.

Online: Intro to Adobe Photoshop

Thu, Jul 31, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns (4-Part) - Sakura

Thu, Jul 31, 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: Basic Programming Concepts Level 2 - Variables in Programs

Thu, Jul 31, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Continue your programming adventure with the fundamentals. Create a mobile web app while learning key concepts, including inputs and variables.

Career Academy Online: Perfecting Your Resume

Thu, Jul 31, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Virtual Room - Learning Central

Get noticed! Elevate your job application with best practices in crafting a resume and cover letter. Ages 18 and up. Registration required.

Author Talk: Pria Anand - On the Strangeness and Wonder of Our Brains

Thu, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

You’re invited to a fascinating conversation with neurologist and author Pria Anand to chat about her new book The Electric Mind: A Neurologist on the Strangeness and Wonder of Our Brains Register

Online: Fundamentals of Sound for Audio Engineering

Thu, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1

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

Thu, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 3

Explore the fundamentals of sound theory. Discuss how the physics of sound affects recordings. Learn key digital audio concepts, including sample rate, bit depth and file types. (tic101)

Online Class: Design with Canva - Flyers, Social Media, Presentations & more

Thu, Jul 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Bring your design ideas to life with Canva, a free graphic design application. Save time by building on thousands of professional templates to create logos, flyers, social media content and more.

Online: Photoshop Tips and Tricks

Thu, Jul 31, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Online Class: Cybersecurity Basics - PLA DigitalLearn

Thu, Jul 31, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

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.

Virtual: Winter Garden Book Club

Thu, Jul 31, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1

Join us as we discuss the book, Firekeeper's Daughter by Angeline Boulley.

Rescheduled

All-Levels Yoga

Thu, Jul 31, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

New date Wednesday, July 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Get moving with this energizing and relaxing yoga sequence for all-levels. Tap into the strength, balance, flexibility and relaxation that your body can provide you.

Online Class: WordPress Level 3

Fri, Aug 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

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.

Online Class: WordPress Level 4

Fri, Aug 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Learn how to turn your WordPress site into a Search Engine Optimization (SEO) powerhouse and protect your website from hackers.

Online Class: Tunisian Crochet for Beginners - Intermediate

Fri, Aug 01, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

In this class, we will be learning the basics of Tunisian crochet. It is recommended that participants already understand crochet basics, and are familiar with crochet terms.

Online Class: Code with Minecraft: Adventurer - (Ages 6-12)

Fri, Aug 01, 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!

Sat, Aug 02, 10:30am - 11:15am

Virtual Room - Windermere

Join Alex and Steve on a Minecraft Adventure! Solve code challenges to explore, gather resources, and defeat mobs. Create algorithms, use loops, and debug your code.

Basic English 2

Sat, Aug 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Craft & Roll: Sushi Candles - Teen Virtual Crafting

Sat, Aug 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Sat, Aug 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Virtual Room - Hiawassee

Sushi and candles? Soy cool! Grab your kit, then join us virtually to create a glowing sushi candle. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 1 - Create Spreadsheets

Sat, Aug 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Washington Park

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.

Online: Creative Bootcamp for Businesses and Self-Starters

Sun, Aug 03, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Comedy Writing

Sun, Aug 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Writing comedy is a hard but valuable tool for a writer to master. Telly-Award-winning filmmaker Jennie Jarvis will provide tips on how to make your readers giggle.

Speaking Clearly Advanced

Mon, Aug 04, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual ESL Room 2

Speaking Clearly Advanced is a course designed for students who want to improve their speaking and presentation skills. Recommended for ages 18 and up.

Organizing for Student Success

Mon, Aug 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Certified Professional Organizer Jane Cole will present best practices and tips to help parents and students create a positive educational environment.

Sesame Street Storytime

Mon, Aug 04, 11:00am - 11:45am

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Can you tell me how to get to Sesame Street? Let's make it a sunny day with a virtual storytime celebrating our favorite friends, letters, numbers, and colors. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 1 - Creating Documents

Mon, Aug 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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.

Speaking Clearly Beginners

Mon, Aug 04, 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. Recommended for ages 18 and up.

Online: Intro to Adobe Illustrator

Mon, Aug 04, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn what this powerful vector application is capable of.

Online: Adobe Illustrator Tips and Tricks

Mon, Aug 04, 1:45pm - 2:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Online: Logo Design and Development using Adobe Illustrator

Mon, Aug 04, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

English for Social Interactions

Mon, Aug 04, 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 ages 18 and up.

Online Class: WordPress Level 1

Mon, Aug 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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

Online Class: Canva Basics

Mon, Aug 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

Bring your design ideas to life with Canva, a free graphic design application. Save time by building on thousands of professional templates to create logos, flyers, social media content and more.

What to Do While You're Waiting on Agents & Editors

Mon, Aug 04, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Mon, Aug 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Waiting is a necessary part of the publishing process. Literary agent Anjanette Barr will discuss how to make the most of your waiting time to boost your writing career.

Mon, Aug 04, 7:00pm - 7:45pm

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: Microsoft Word Level 2 - Proofing, Templates & Pictures

Tue, Aug 05, 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. 

Tue, Aug 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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: Intermediate Adult French - Lesson 41

Tue, Aug 05, 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: Smithsonian Biologist Jay Falk - The Stories, Science and History of Birds

Tue, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Delve into the fascinating world of birds through astonishing photography and clear explanations in this absorbing global guide, The Bird Book: The Stories, Science, and History of Birds.Register

Virtual: Peel Back the Pages Instagram Book Club

Tue, Aug 05, 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. 8/5 Session 1, 8/6 Session 2, 8/12 Session 3, 8/13 Session 4

Tue, Aug 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Peel Back the Pages Broadcast Channel

Join us as we discuss the book, Horror Movie by Paul Tremblay.

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Tue, Aug 05, 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, Aug 05, 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 Class: Microsoft Excel Level 1 - Create Spreadsheets

Tue, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Start using Excel today. Input, format and save data in spreadsheets. Calculate data with basic formulas. Save your data and learn how to share workbooks with collaborators.

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

Tue, Aug 05, 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 Excel Level 2 - Secure Spreadsheets

Tue, Aug 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Customize and organize worksheets with sheet names, color coding, headers, themes, and more. Protect your worksheets with a password and learn how to print your data.

Online Class: Crochet Corded Ridge Stitch - Intermediate

Wed, Aug 06, 10:00am - 11:30am

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Join us for our Stitch Sampler Series in the month of August! We will be learning the Corded Ridge Stitch, which creates an interesting texture by combining double crochet and reverse single crochet!

Online: Digital Painting 101

Wed, Aug 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

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

Wed, Aug 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Wed, Aug 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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.

Wed, Aug 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1

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

Wed, Aug 06, 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. This event is online.

Middle School Advisory Board Meeting - Teen Volunteering

Wed, Aug 06, 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. 8/5 Session 1, 8/6 Session 2, 8/12 Session 3, 8/13 Session 4

Wed, Aug 06, 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: Unreal Engine Blueprint Fundamentals (4-Parts) - Third-Person Programming Class Series

Wed, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

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

Online: Intro to Affinity Photo

Wed, Aug 06, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn what this fully featured photo editor can do and how it fares as a Photoshop alternative.

Virtual: Intermediate Adult French - Lesson 41

Wed, Aug 06, 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.

All-Levels Yoga

Wed, Aug 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Get moving with this energizing and relaxing yoga sequence for all-levels. Tap into the strength, balance, flexibility and relaxation that your body can provide you.

Online: Intro to Adobe InDesign

Thu, Aug 07, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn what this publishing and layout application is capable of.

Online Class: Design with Canva - Flyers, Social Media, Presentations & more

Thu, Aug 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Bring your design ideas to life with Canva, a free graphic design application. Save time by building on thousands of professional templates to create logos, flyers, social media content and more.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Data Management Level 1

Thu, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1

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

Thu, Aug 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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

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

Thu, Aug 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

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

Online: Logo Design and Development using Adobe Illustrator

Thu, Aug 07, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Data Management Level 2

Thu, Aug 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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

Yoga for Core Strength

Thu, Aug 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

This all-levels yoga class focuses on stabilizing poses to build focus, core strength, and better control of your body's overall balance. Presented by certified Yoga Instructor Dana Brady.

Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 4 - Mail Merge

Fri, Aug 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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

Virtual: Beginner Adult French - Lesson 22

Fri, Aug 08, 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.

Online Class: Tunisian Crochet Striped Full Stitch - Intermediate

Fri, Aug 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Build Tunisian Crochet skills by learning to change colors and create a stripe pattern using a Tunisian hook and techniques.

Online Class: Embroider Level 1

Fri, Aug 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

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

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

Fri, Aug 08, 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.

Writing and Selling Memorable Flash Fiction

Fri, Aug 08, 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!

Sat, Aug 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Learn how to write and sell a successful story using fewer than a thousand words from author José Pablo Iriarte.

Writing Workshop: Powerful Premises

Sun, Aug 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Timeless novels start with rich premises that offer fascinating characters, a rich world, and resonant themes. Author and editor Lorin Oberweger will discuss how to build a strong narrative foundation

Online: Intro to Affinity Photo

Sun, Aug 10, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn what this fully featured photo editor can do and how it fares as a Photoshop alternative.

Online: Intro to Adobe Bridge

Sun, Aug 10, 1:45pm - 2:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn how this file management app can speed up your workflow.

Online: Adobe Acrobat 101

Sun, Aug 10, 2:30pm - 3:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

OCLS Writer's Group

Sun, Aug 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

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

Speaking Clearly Advanced

Mon, Aug 11, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual ESL Room 2

Speaking Clearly Advanced is a course designed for students who want to improve their speaking and presentation skills. Recommended for ages 18 and up.

Knit Classic Jacket (18-Parts) - Confident Beginner Level

Mon, Aug 11, 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.

This event is full

Sesame Street Storytime

Mon, Aug 11, 11:00am - 11:45am

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Can you tell me how to get to Sesame Street? Let's make it a sunny day with a virtual storytime celebrating our favorite friends, letters, numbers, and colors. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Speaking Clearly Beginners

Mon, Aug 11, 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. Recommended for ages 18 and up.

English for Social Interactions

Mon, Aug 11, 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 ages 18 and up.

Online Class: WordPress Level 2

Mon, Aug 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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.

Online Class: Canva Presentations

Mon, Aug 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

Bring your design ideas to life with Canva, a free graphic design application. Save time by building on thousands of professional templates to create logos, flyers, social media content and more.

Online: Create Photorealistic 3D Images with Adobe Stager

Mon, Aug 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Storm Resilience and Hurricane Prep - Fleet Farming

Mon, Aug 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Prepare for extreme weather events and learn from Fleet Farming about flood management, disaster preparedness and how to adapt homes to withstand storms.

Mon, Aug 11, 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.

Online: Intro to Adobe Photoshop

Mon, Aug 11, 7:00pm - 7:45pm

Virtual Room - Alafaya

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

Tue, Aug 12, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Virtual: Basic Spanish with Ms. Wilnelia

Tue, Aug 12, 10:15am - 11:15am

Virtual Room - North Orange

Basic Spanish. Come and learn basic Spanish vocabulary.

Online: Adobe Photoshop - HDR Photography

Tue, Aug 12, 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. 

Tue, Aug 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Create spectacular and vibrant images through high dynamic range (HDR) photography. Learn the basic camera settings necessary and merge photos into an HDR image using adjustment layers.

Online Class: Embroidery Level 1 - Beginner Level

Tue, Aug 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

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

Online: Adobe Photoshop - Skin Retouching

Tue, Aug 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Discover how to achieve flawless and smooth skin on your photographs. Work with commonly used tools and techniques to remove blemishes, soften skin and restore an image's texture.

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Tue, Aug 12, 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. 8/5 Session 1, 8/6 Session 2, 8/12 Session 3, 8/13 Session 4

Tue, Aug 12, 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.

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

Tue, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow. Transfer data with ease using Excel's copy and paste features.

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

Tue, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

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

Online: Photoshop Tips and Tricks

Tue, Aug 12, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

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

Tue, Aug 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately. Analyze data by using functions like COUNT. Visually represent your data with tools like recommended charts.

A New Perspective on Viewpoint - Why POV Is Confusing, and How We Can Think Clearly About It

Tue, Aug 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

.Freelance editor Kristen Stieffel will explain the difference between writing in character POV versus narrator POV, and how to choose which is right for your story.

Online Class: Crochet Polish Star Stitch - Intermediate

Wed, Aug 13, 10:00am - 11:30am

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Join us for our Stitch Sampler Series in the month of August! We will be learning the Polish Star Stitch, which features chain loops that interlock to create a textured, star shaped design.

Online Class: Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1

Wed, Aug 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Wed, Aug 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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

Online: Introduction to Infrared Photography

Wed, Aug 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Create impressive pictures using digital infrared techniques. Learn the basics of creating this unique effect by capturing the invisible infrared light with your digital camera.

Wed, Aug 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1

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

Wed, Aug 13, 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. This event is online.

Author Talk: Ben Guterson

Wed, Aug 13, 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. 8/5 Session 1, 8/6 Session 2, 8/12 Session 3, 8/13 Session 4

Wed, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Engage in a lively discussion and fun activities with Ben Guterson, New York Times bestselling author of the WINTERHOUSE Trilogy. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Practica Spanish Conversation for Seniors and Beyond

Wed, Aug 13, 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: Create a 3D Video Game Character (10 Parts) - Blender Class Series

Wed, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

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

Chair Yoga

Wed, Aug 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Get moving with this energizing and relaxing Chair Yoga sequence for all-levels. Tap into the strength, balance, flexibility and relaxation that your body can provide you. Requires use of a chair.

Online: Adobe Express Social Media Graphics & Stationery

Thu, Aug 14, 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 (3-Part)

Thu, Aug 14, 10:15am - 11:15am

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

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

Online: Adobe Express Social Media Videos and Reels

Thu, Aug 14, 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.

Career Academy Online: Interview Like a Pro

Thu, Aug 14, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Virtual Room - Learning Central

You’ve landed an interview! Now what? Get tips that will help you to practice and prepare. Ages 18 and up. Registration required.

Online: Audio Studio Orientation

Thu, Aug 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1

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

Thu, Aug 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 3

Take the first step towards audio recording. Tour the Audio Studio and explore the training options available. Learn the studio workflow, procedures and best practices. (tic101)

Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Charts

Thu, Aug 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Display your data in stunning charts and graphs. Insert recommended and custom charts. Edit chart data, elements and styles.

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

Thu, Aug 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

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

Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Formulas & Functions

Thu, Aug 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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

Online: Adobe Creative Consultant + Q&A

Thu, Aug 14, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Sketching 101

Fri, Aug 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Learn the basics of sketching through use of simple art techniques and observing the world around you. Materials: All you need is a #2 pencil, colored pencils, paper, and paper towel.

Online Class: Tunisian Crochet Honeycomb Stitch - Intermediate

Fri, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Build Tunisian Crochet skills by learning to create a unique honeycomb texture using a Tunisian hook and techniques.

Online Class: Let's Embroider Level 2 - Beginner Level

Fri, Aug 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Add to your stitch repertoire. Learn how to create French knots, chain stitches and satin stitches, while practicing the running and back stitches.

Online Class: Microsoft Word - Review and Citation Tools

Fri, Aug 15, 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, Aug 16, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual Room - Windermere

Start your child's reading journey with engaging activities focused on phonics and sight words. Participants should be able to recognize all alphabetical letters. For ages 3-5. Registration required.

Sat, Aug 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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

Virtual: Basic English 1

Sat, Aug 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

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 Excel Level 2 - Secure Spreadsheets

Sat, Aug 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Washington Park

Customize and organize worksheets with sheet names, color coding, headers, themes, and more. Protect your worksheets with a password and learn how to print your data.

Online: Intro to Adobe Photoshop

Sun, Aug 17, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Online: Photoshop Tips and Tricks

Sun, Aug 17, 1:45pm - 2:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Online: Digital Painting 101

Sun, Aug 17, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Knitting - Decorative Bow (2-Part) - Gifting Series (Beginner Level)

Mon, Aug 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Virtual Room - Southwest

Knit a decorative English Rib bow for accenting gifts or decorating. This versatile project is not only a fun quick knit, but also a great introduction to the "Brioche" family of techniques.

Sesame Street Storytime

Mon, Aug 18, 11:00am - 11:45am

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Can you tell me how to get to Sesame Street? Let's make it a sunny day with a virtual storytime celebrating our favorite friends, letters, numbers, and colors. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Online Class: Microsoft PowerPoint Level 2

Mon, Aug 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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

Online: Creative Resources for Entrepreneurs

Mon, Aug 18, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Online: Adobe Express Social Media Graphics & Stationery

Mon, Aug 18, 1:45pm - 2:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Online: Adobe Express Social Media Videos and Reels

Mon, Aug 18, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Online Class: WordPress Level 3

Mon, Aug 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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.

Online Class: Canva Social Media

Mon, Aug 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

Bring your social media posts to life with Canva, a free graphic design application. Save time by building on thousands of professional templates to create social media content and more.

Cuisine Corner: Hawaiian Monte Cristo

Mon, Aug 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Join culinary expert Dianne Morin as she demonstrates how to make a Hawaiian Monte Cristo, French toast stuffed with kālua pork and cheese.

Mon, Aug 18, 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.

Hiawassee Book Club

Mon, Aug 18, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual Room - Hiawassee

The Hiawassee Book Club will discuss The Midnight Library by Matt Haig.

Virtual: Basic Spanish with Ms. Wilnelia

Mon, Aug 18, 7:00pm - 7:45pm

Virtual Room - Alafaya

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

Tue, Aug 19, 10:15am - 11:15am

Virtual Room - North Orange

Basic Spanish. Come and learn basic Spanish vocabulary.

Online Class: Embroidery Level 2 - Beginner Level

Tue, Aug 19, 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. 

Tue, Aug 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Add to your stitch repertoire. Learn how to create French knots, chain stitches and satin stitches, while practicing the running and back stitches.

Virtual: Peel Back the Pages Instagram Book Club

Tue, Aug 19, 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. 8/19 Session 1, 8/20 Session 2, 8/26 Session 3, 8/27 Session 4

Tue, Aug 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Peel Back the Pages Broadcast Channel

Join us as we discuss the book, Horror Movie by Paul Tremblay.

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Tue, Aug 19, 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, Aug 19, 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.

Using Tropes Effectively in Your Genre Fiction

Tue, Aug 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Tropes inform readers' expectations, especially in genre fiction. Author Shannon Thompson will discuss how to use tropes effectively in your writing.

Online Class: Crochet Nesting V Stitch - Intermediate

Wed, Aug 20, 10:00am - 11:30am

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Join us for our Stitch Sampler Series in the month of August! We will be learning the Nesting V Stitch, which uses long stitches and alternating colors to create a fascinating pattern.

Online: Generative AI with Adobe Firefly

Wed, Aug 20, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Wed, Aug 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Online Class: QuickBooks Level 1 - Introduction to QBO Environment

Wed, Aug 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1

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

Wed, Aug 20, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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

Wed, Aug 20, 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. This event is online.