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Author Talk: Ben Guterson
2025-08-13 16:00:00 2025-08-13 17:00:00 America/New_York Author Talk: Ben Guterson 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. Online -

Wednesday, August 13
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-08-13 16:00:00 2025-08-13 17:00:00 America/New_York Author Talk: Ben Guterson 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. Online -

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.

This event will be hosted on YouTube Live. Please provide your email at registration to participate. You will receive an email with a link to access the private YouTube livestream before the event. If you would prefer to view the livestream at a participating branch location, please see below for information regarding In-Person Watch Parties.

A computer with access to the internet and speakers or headsets are required. A webcam and microphone are suggested to fully participate. This event is not being recorded and we ask that out of courtesy to the other participants, please refrain from screen captures, photography or resharing information about the participants or the discussion outside of this event.

If using a mobile device, Android and iOS users must install the YouTube App (App Store | Play Store). However, please note interactivity may be limited. Additional information will be included in the email from your event host. 

In-Person Watch Parties

Select Orange County Library System library branches will be hosting watch parties for this event! Please see the list of participating branch locations below:

  • Alafaya Branch - 12000 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32826
  • South Creek Branch - 1702 Deerfield Blvd, Orlando, FL 32837

About the Author

Ben Guterson is the New York Times bestselling author of The World-Famous Nine, which was a Barnes & Noble Young Reader Pick of the Month, as well as The Einsteins of Vista Point and the popular Winterhouse trilogy. Winterhouse was an Edgar Award and an Agatha Award finalist and an Indie Next List Pick. His books have been translated into eleven languages worldwide. Ben lives in the Pacific Northwest, and he invites you to visit him online at benguterson.com.

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

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Authors - Books - Writing |

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

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Put on your pajamas and enjoy an interactive virtual storytime with book, songs, games, and a craft. Recommended for ages 3 - 5.
Virtual: Writing Clearly Intermediate
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. 
Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 2 - Proofing, Templates & Pictures
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
Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)
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
Virtual: Peel Back the Pages Instagram Book Club
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.
Virtual: Writing Clearly Advanced
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.
Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 3 - Enhancing & Finalizing Documents
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.
English Conversation Hour
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.
Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Raegan
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.
Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)
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
Middle School Advisory Board Meeting - Teen Volunteering
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.
English Conversation Hour
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.
Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Data Management Level 1
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.
Virtual: English Conversation Hour
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!
Writing and Selling Memorable Flash Fiction
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.
Basic English 1
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.
Pajama Party
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.
Online: Intro to Adobe Photoshop
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.
Virtual: Writing Clearly Intermediate
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. 
Online: Adobe Photoshop - HDR Photography
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.
Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)
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
Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya
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.
Virtual: Writing Clearly Advanced
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.
Online Class: Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1
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.
English Conversation Hour
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.
Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Raegan
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.
Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)
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
Author Talk: Ben Guterson
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.
English Conversation Hour
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.
Online: Audio Studio Orientation
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.
Virtual: English Conversation Hour
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.
Online Class: Microsoft Word - Review and Citation Tools
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.
Basic English 1
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.
Pajama Party
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.
Virtual: Basic Spanish with Ms. Wilnelia
Tue, Aug 19, 10:15am - 11:15am
Virtual Room - North Orange
Basic Spanish. Come and learn basic Spanish vocabulary.
Virtual: Writing Clearly Intermediate
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. 
Online Class: Embroidery Level 2 - Beginner Level
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.
Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)
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
Virtual: Peel Back the Pages Instagram Book Club
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.
Virtual: Writing Clearly Advanced
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.
English Conversation Hour
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.
Online Class: QuickBooks Level 1 - Introduction to QBO Environment
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.
Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Raegan
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.
Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)
Wed, Aug 20, 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
Online Class: QuickBooks Level 2 - Creating Business Records
Wed, Aug 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Learn about simple transactions workflow and other quick tricks. Set up records for your vendors, customers and inventory.
Online: Create a 3D Video Game Character (10 Parts) - Blender Class Series
Wed, Aug 20, 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.
VIRTUAL: Enchanted Fort Expeditions - Amazon
Wed, Aug 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Room - Windermere
Zack and Amy need your help with their latest voyage in an enchanted fort. If you love escape-room adventures, challenge yourself in this interactive mission. For ages 6-12. Registration required.
Cuisine Corner: Sammies and Salads
Wed, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Yamira Lee Johnson, head chef and founder of Breaking Bread with Mira will show us how to make simple sammies and salads you'll want to make more than once.
Author Talk: Casey McQuiston - Returning to Romance Through Food and Flirty Fun in Fiction
Wed, Aug 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bring an appetite for sizzling drama as we discuss New York Times bestselling author Casey McQuiston's latest romantic comedy, The Pairing. Register
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