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Southwest Book Club:

The Small and the Mighty
2025-08-26 19:00:00 2025-08-26 20:30:00 America/New_York Southwest Book Club: Join us to discuss The Small and the Mighty by Sharon McMahon. The most remarkable Americans are often ordinary people who didn't make it into the textbooks. Reg. req. 18+ Online - Virtual Room - Southwest

Tuesday, August 26
7:00pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-08-26 19:00:00 2025-08-26 20:30:00 America/New_York Southwest Book Club: Join us to discuss The Small and the Mighty by Sharon McMahon. The most remarkable Americans are often ordinary people who didn't make it into the textbooks. Reg. req. 18+ Online - Virtual Room - Southwest

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Virtual Room - Southwest

Join us to discuss The Small and the Mighty by Sharon McMahon. The most remarkable Americans are often ordinary people who didn't make it into the textbooks. Reg. req. 18+

Join us to discuss The Small and the Mighty by Sharon McMahon, America's favorite government teacher. An inspiring portrait of twelve ordinary Americans whose courage formed the character of our country from the Founding to the Civil Rights Movement. The most remarkable Americans are often ordinary people who didn't make it into the textbooks.

Registration required. For ages 18+

This is a Virtual Event hosted through Zoom. An additional invitation including the link will be sent to all registered the day of the event via email. A computer with access to the internet and speakers or headsets are required. A webcam and microphone are suggested to fully participate. Please note that Zoom allows you to share your video and audio with the group. If you choose to enable these settings, you are consenting for you to appear on audio and video. 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 Zoom App.

If you would prefer meeting in-person, register for the Southwest Book Club in-person discussion of the book on Thursday, August 28, at 2:00 PM in the Southwest Meeting Room.

 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Authors - Books - Writing |

TAGS: | southwest | bb-bookclubs |

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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) - Flower Tortoiseshell
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
Online: Adobe Acrobat 101
Thu, Aug 21, 10:00am - 10:45am
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn the fundamentals of Adobe Acrobat, the differences between Pro and DC versions, and their many features.
Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns (3-Part) - Flower Tortoiseshell
Thu, Aug 21, 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 Creative Consultant + Q&A
Thu, Aug 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
English Conversation Hour
Thu, Aug 21, 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: Streaming Live Video with OBS
Thu, Aug 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Stream live video on YouTube or Facebook with Open Broadcaster Software (OBS). Learn how to capture or record live streaming video & share with your audience or save for later viewing. (Melrose)
Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 1 - Creating Documents
Thu, Aug 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Create polished documents in Microsoft Word. Navigate the user interface and apply basic word processing techniques to create a formatted letter. Learn important actions like copy, cut, and paste.
Online: Create a 3D Video Game Character (10 Parts) - Blender Class Series
Thu, Aug 21, 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 Word Level 2 - Proofing, Templates & Pictures
Thu, Aug 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Explore Microsoft Word's proofing features like the spelling and grammar check. Use and modify Word templates with ease. Enhance your document by inserting and formatting pictures.
Virtual: Beginner Adult French - Lesson 23
Fri, Aug 22, 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 In the Round - Advanced
Fri, Aug 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Build Tunisian Crochet skills with this in the round technique to create a round shape using Tunisian stitches.
Online Class: Embroider a Monthly Stitch-Along (Series) - Confident Beginner Level
Fri, Aug 22, 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: Create a 3D Video Game Character (10 Parts) - Blender Class Series
Fri, Aug 22, 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.
Cancelled
Online Class: Code with Tynker (Ages 10-12)
Fri, Aug 22, 4:15pm - 5:30pm
Design a game with code. Choose characters and backgrounds, then program a classic game you can play. Learn the basics of computer science with the Tynker app.
Virtual: English Conversation Hour
Fri, Aug 22, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Virtual Room - Windermere
Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual English Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!
Online Class: Cybersecurity Basics - PLA DigitalLearn
Sat, Aug 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 3 - Functions & Automated Features
Sat, Aug 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Washington Park
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: Intro to Adobe Illustrator
Sun, Aug 24, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn what this powerful vector application is capable of.
Online: Adobe Illustrator Tips and Tricks
Sun, Aug 24, 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, Aug 24, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn best practices for logo design by making a simple but effective logo in Illustrator.
Speaking Clearly Advanced
Mon, Aug 25, 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 25, 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 25, 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 3
Mon, Aug 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Room - Windermere
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.
Speaking Clearly Beginners
Mon, Aug 25, 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 25, 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 4
Mon, Aug 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Learn how to turn your WordPress site into a Search Engine Optimization (SEO) powerhouse and protect your website from hackers.
Bilingual Interactions with Ms. Brenda
Mon, Aug 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
Bilingual (Spanish / English) Conversational Interactions with Ms. Brenda
Online: Intro to Adobe InDesign
Mon, Aug 25, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn what this publishing and layout application is capable of.
Basic English 1
Mon, Aug 25, 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 25, 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 Bridge
Tue, Aug 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn how this file management app can speed up your workflow.
Spanish from Zero - Intermediate with Brenda
Tue, Aug 26, 10:15am - 11:15am
Virtual Room - Southwest
(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.
Virtual: Basic Spanish with Ms. Wilnelia
Tue, Aug 26, 10:15am - 11:15am
Virtual Room - North Orange
Basic Spanish. Come and learn basic Spanish vocabulary.
Virtual: Writing Clearly Intermediate
Tue, Aug 26, 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. 
Spanish From Zero for Beginners with Ms. Brenda
Tue, Aug 26, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.
Virtual: Intermediate Adult French - Lesson 42
Tue, Aug 26, 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: Fundamentals of Sound for Audio Engineering
Tue, Aug 26, 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)
Citizenship Inspired (4-Session Series)
Tue, Aug 26, 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 Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya
Tue, Aug 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Room - Alafaya
Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.
Spanish from Zero - Basics with Ms. Brenda
Tue, Aug 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish A1-A2) Come and learn basic Spanish with Ms. Brenda.
Online: Create a 3D Video Game Character (10 Parts) - Blender Class Series
Tue, Aug 26, 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.
Spanish from Zero - Intermediate with Brenda
Tue, Aug 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.
Online: Generative AI with Adobe Firefly
Tue, Aug 26, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn about Adobe’s Powerful AI engine and how it integrates into their apps.
Spanish From Zero for Beginners with Ms. Brenda
Tue, Aug 26, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.
Southwest Book Club: - The Small and the Mighty
Tue, Aug 26, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual Room - Southwest
Join us to discuss The Small and the Mighty by Sharon McMahon. The most remarkable Americans are often ordinary people who didn't make it into the textbooks. Reg. req. 18+
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