LEGO® Education Spike™ (Ages 7-9)

Back to School Chalk Art - Back to School

Sat, Aug 09, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services.

Sat, Aug 09, 10:15am - 11:15am

Come make chalk art for Back to school! Recommended for families.

Make a Stop Motion Movie (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Aug 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

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

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

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Explore the basics of animation while creating your own stop motion movie! Use the Stop Motion Studio app to bring objects to life, add titles, credits, sound, and more.

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Sticker Your Notebook - Back to School

Sat, Aug 09, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

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

Sat, Aug 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Celebrate the start of school by decorating a new notebook with stickers! Materials will be provided. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

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Make a Stop Motion Movie (Ages 10-12)

Sat, Aug 09, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Explore the basics of animation while creating your own stop motion movie! Use the Stop Motion Studio app to bring objects to life, add titles, credits, sound, and more.

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Collage Trinket Dish

Sat, Aug 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Create a collage on a trinket dish. Recommended for ages 18 and up.

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LEGO Science: Earthquake Simulator (Ages 7-9)

Sun, Aug 10, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Explore science and engineering with LEGOs! Learn about earthquakes, and how we can build buildings to withstand different magnitudes while building your own earthquake simulator.

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Teen Upcycling August

Sun, Aug 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Learn different ways to upcycle daily used items to create less trash for our planet and wisely use our resources.

LEGO Science: Earthquake Simulator (Ages 7-9)

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

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Explore science and engineering with LEGOs! Learn about earthquakes, and how we can build buildings to withstand different magnitudes while building your own earthquake simulator.

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Social Worker @ the Library - By Appointment Only

Mon, Aug 11, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.org/socialworker.

Microsoft Word Level 1 - Creating Documents

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

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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.

Learn American Sign Language (Ages 6-12) - Homeschool Tech

Mon, Aug 11, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Discover a new language. Use Little Pim to learn in a fun and interactive way. Languages include: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Russian and Spanish.

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Alafaya LEGO Club

Mon, Aug 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Expand your creativity and imagination with LEGO! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

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D is for Dinosaur

Tue, Aug 12, 10:30am - 11:15am

Alafaya - Back of Branch

Dino time is near; let's give a roaring cheer! We are off on a dinosaur adventure using stories and activities while experiencing a good time together! Recommended for ages 3-5.

Microsoft Excel Level 1 - Creating Spreadsheets

Tue, Aug 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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

Microsoft Excel Level 2 - Finalizing & Securing Spreadsheets

Tue, Aug 12, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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.

LEGO Science: Earthquake Simulator (Ages 10-12)

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

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Explore science and engineering with LEGOs! Learn about earthquakes, and how we can build buildings to withstand different magnitudes while building your own earthquake simulator.

Artsy Toddler

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

Alafaya - Back of Branch

Paint, paste, glue, stamp and create! Young children will enjoy stories, songs and exploring age-appropriate art experiences. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Computer Basics Level 2 - Creating & Saving Files

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

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Get your computer skills racing. Learn how to create, rename, delete, and organize files and folders on your computer.

Learn American Sign Language (Ages 6-12) - Homeschool Tech

Wed, Aug 13, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Discover American Sign Language in a fun and interactive way! Learn to count from 1 to 10 and the basics of finger spelling while practicing together.

Watch Party - Author Talk: Ben Guterson

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

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Engage in a lively discussion and fun activities with Ben Guterson during this virtual watch party at your local branch! Recommended for ages 6-12.

Learn American Sign Language (Ages 7-9)

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

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Discover American Sign Language in a fun and interactive way! Learn to count from 1 to 10 and the basics of finger spelling while practicing together.

Open Lab - Ask A Tech for Seniors

Thu, Aug 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Are you stuck on a software-related project or simply need constructive ideas to get you started? Let us help! A technology trainer will be available to assist you in this open lab.

Back to School Photos - Homeschool Picture Day

Thu, Aug 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

It's picture day at the library! Have your Back-to-School picture taken by a Melrose Photography Instructor and receive a free digital photo to share with family and friends.

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Citizenship Inspired

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

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

During this program, students will learn about and prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. Recommended for ages 18 and up.

Fri, Aug 15, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services.

Fri, Aug 15, 10:15am - 10:40am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Fri, Aug 15, 10:45am - 11:05am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Fri, Aug 15, 11:15am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Adobe Photoshop Level 3 - Retouching & Restoration

Fri, Aug 15, 11:45am - 12:20pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Little ones are invited to explore and tinker while engaging in imaginative play. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Fri, Aug 15, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Learn how to add Photoshop filters. Apply powerful retouching and restoration techniques to revitalize your images. Become familiar with Photoshop's Artificial Intelligence capabilities.

Fiber Arts Meetup

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

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Connect with other Central Florida fiber artists in person while sharing your creations and ideas! Recommended for ages 18 and up.

Code with Minecraft - Adventurer (Ages 7-9)

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

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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.

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Digital Art: Drawing Basics (Ages 13-18)

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

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Learn the basics of how to draw digitally using a drawing tablet! Explore digital art while learning how to draw some of your favorite characters.

Mindful Making - Adult Coloring

Sat, Aug 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Relax and unwind with peaceful arts and crafts. This month we will be using oil pastels to fill in coloring pages. Recommended for ages 18 and up. Registration required.

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Logical Quest with the Zoombinis (Ages 10-12)

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

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Guide sixteen little blue creatures to safety through a series of logic-based puzzles. Help the Zoombinis across treacherous cliffs, past hungry pizza trolls, and up an unclimbable wall.

Contemporary Romance Book Club

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

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Join us for discussions about popular contemporary romance books! Our August book is "The Love of my Afterlife" by Kirsty Greenwood. Recommended for ages 18 and up.

Build LEGO Robots: Race Cars (Ages 7-9)

Sun, Aug 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Build and program LEGO Race Car with a simple to use computer interface. Learn how technology plays an active role in our everyday life.

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Stitching Bookmarks

Sun, Aug 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Bring your family to stitch a plastic canvas bookmark with yarn. Recommended for families.

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Build LEGO Robots: Race Cars (Ages 7-9)

Sun, Aug 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Build and program LEGO Race Car with a simple to use computer interface. Learn how technology plays an active role in our everyday life.

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Social Worker @ the Library - By Appointment Only

Mon, Aug 18, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.org/socialworker.

Homeschool: All About Amphibians

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

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Hop into an adventure with amphibians! Discover their habitats, life cycles, and traits through hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

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Microsoft Word Level 2 - Proofing, Templates & Pictures

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

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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.

Design Minecraft Characters (Ages 6-12) - Homeschool Tech

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

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Give Steve and Alex fresh new looks. Design characters, items, blocks and mobs for Minecraft using Tynker.

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Design with Canva - Flyers, Social Media, Presentations & more

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

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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.

Shape Monster

Tue, Aug 19, 10:30am - 11:20am

Alafaya - Back of Branch

Learn your shapes with the help of a friendly monster! Recommended for ages 3-5.

Microsoft Excel Level 3 - Functions & Automated Features

Tue, Aug 19, 10:30am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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.

Microsoft Excel Level 4 - More Functions & Visual Tools

Tue, Aug 19, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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.

Build LEGO Robots: Race Cars (Ages 10-12)

Tue, Aug 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Build and program LEGO Race Car with a simple to use computer interface. Learn how technology plays an active role in our everyday life.

Internet Level 1 - Fundamentals

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

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Learn Internet concepts and terminology. Become familiar with Web browsers while surfing the Web.

Create Your Own Pokémon Cards (Ages 6-12) - Homeschool Tech

Wed, Aug 20, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Do you love the Pokémon trading card game? Us too! Create your own cards for your favorite Pokémon on the computer!

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Backpack Bling: Shrinky Dinks - Back to School

Wed, Aug 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Go back to school in style by making a statement with new decorations for your backpack! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

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Create Your Own Pokémon Cards (Ages 7-9)

Wed, Aug 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Do you love the Pokémon trading card game? Us too! Create your own cards for your favorite Pokémon on the computer!

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Open Lab - Ask A Tech

Thu, Aug 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Are you stuck on a software-related project or simply need constructive ideas to get you started? Let us help! A technology trainer will be available to assist you in this open lab.

Homeschool Snack Around the World: South Korea

Thu, Aug 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Learn about the a different country each month and try some local snacks! Food will be served at this event, please see staff concerning food allergies. Recommended for ages 6-12.

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World Snacks: South Korea!

Thu, Aug 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Learn about a country and sample multicultural snacks! Recommended for ages 18 and up.

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Fri, Aug 22, 10:15am - 10:40am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Fri, Aug 22, 10:45am - 11:05am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Fri, Aug 22, 11:15am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Adobe Photoshop - Black & White Effects

Fri, Aug 22, 11:45am - 12:20pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Little ones are invited to explore and tinker while engaging in imaginative play. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Fri, Aug 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Make photos pop with black and white effects. Learn multiple ways to convert photos to black and white, apply adjustment layers and create enhancing effects.

Code with Minecraft - Designer (Ages 10-12)

Fri, Aug 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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

READing Paws

Sat, Aug 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Alafaya - Back of Branch

The Reading Education Assistance Dogs® [R.E.A.D.] program improves children’s reading and communication skills by employing a powerful method: reading to a therapy dog. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Sat, Aug 23, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services.

Roblox Game Design (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Aug 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

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

Sat, Aug 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Create Roblox games. In this introduction to game design and coding learn how to manipulate 3D parts to create obstacles and racers, then use code to bring your game to life.

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Roblox Game Design (Ages 10-12)

Sat, Aug 23, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

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

Bingo for Seniors

Sat, Aug 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Do you love Bingo? Come play with us! Meet new people, listen to music and play for your chance to win a fun prize! Recommended for seniors.

Sat, Aug 23, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Create Roblox games. In this introduction to game design and coding learn how to manipulate 3D parts to create obstacles and racers, then use code to bring your game to life.

Paper Doll Making

Sat, Aug 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Learn how to create a personalized moveable paper doll. Recommended for age 18 and up.

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Design Minecraft Characters (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Aug 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Give Steve and Alex fresh new looks. Design characters, items, blocks and mobs for Minecraft using Tynker.

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Code with Sphero indi Cars (Ages 7-9)

Sun, Aug 24, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Speed into STEM with indi! Help indi cars drive through mazes you design. Learn the basics of coding and computational thinking with indi.

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Concrete Poetry

Sun, Aug 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Allow your words to take shape on the page. Learn how to write concrete poems also known as shape poetry. Recommended for ages 18 and up.

Code with Rodocodo (Ages 10-12)

Sun, Aug 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Explore coding concepts while gaming! Learn about sequencing, debugging, looping, and more by completing coding puzzles with Rodocodo.

Social Worker @ the Library - By Appointment Only

Mon, Aug 25, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services by appointment only. To make an appointment visit ocls.org/socialworker.

Microsoft Word Level 3 - Enhancing & Finalizing Documents

Mon, Aug 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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.

Code with Sphero indi Cars (Ages 6-12) - Homeschool Tech

Mon, Aug 25, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Speed into STEM with indi! Help indi cars drive through mazes you design. Learn the basics of coding and computational thinking with indi.

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Alafaya LEGO Club

Mon, Aug 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Expand your creativity and imagination with LEGO! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

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Robot Storytime

Tue, Aug 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Back of Branch,Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Let's have some robot fun! Learn early STEAM skills with robot stories and Sphero Indi car play. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Make a Stop Motion Movie (Ages 10-12)

Tue, Aug 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Explore the basics of animation while creating your own stop motion movie! Use the Stop Motion Studio app to bring objects to life, add titles, credits, sound, and more.

Move and Play August

Wed, Aug 27, 10:15am - 11:00am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Get ready to move and groove! Recommended for ages 3-5.

Internet Level 2 - Search Techniques

Wed, Aug 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Learn about search engines and search techniques to help you find exactly what you are looking for on the Web.

Code with Sphero indi Cars (Ages 6-12) - Homeschool Tech

Wed, Aug 27, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Speed into STEM with indi! Help indi cars drive through mazes you design. Learn the basics of coding and computational thinking with indi.

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LEGO One Scoop Challenge

Wed, Aug 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Create greatness with a single scoop! The challenge is on so let's see what you can build! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

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Open Lab - Ask A Tech for Seniors

Thu, Aug 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Are you stuck on a software-related project or simply need constructive ideas to get you started? Let us help! A technology trainer will be available to assist you in this open lab.

Homeschool: Library Quest

Thu, Aug 28, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Explore your library! Learn about library resources while engaging in a fun scavenger hunt. Recommended for ages 6-12.

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Happy Habitats

Thu, Aug 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Learn about habitats, plants, and animals through books and crafts. This month we're learning about wetlands. Registration required for each child. Recommended for ages 6-12.

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Let's Code an Ocean AI (Ages 7-9)

Thu, Aug 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Machines can learn just like us! Explore the ocean while learning how machines can see patterns and predict outcomes.

Fri, Aug 29, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services.

Fri, Aug 29, 10:15am - 10:40am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Fri, Aug 29, 10:45am - 11:05am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Fri, Aug 29, 11:15am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Adobe Photoshop - Layer Blending Modes

Fri, Aug 29, 11:45am - 12:20pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Little ones are invited to explore and tinker while engaging in imaginative play. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Fri, Aug 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Apply blending modes to image layers to quickly fix problems with exposure, shadows and highlights. Learn to use blending modes to generate artistic and creative effects on photos.

Code with JavaScript (Ages 7-9)

Fri, Aug 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Write real code. Explore the JavaScript programming language with characters from Star Wars.

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Build LEGO Video Games (Ages 13-18)

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

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

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

Sat, Aug 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Create real LEGO video games. Use Unity's LEGO Microgame builder to make characters, design landscapes, and add obstacles to your own game.

Design Minecraft Characters (Ages 10-12)

Sat, Aug 30, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

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

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

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Give Steve and Alex fresh new looks. Design characters, items, blocks and mobs for Minecraft using Tynker.

Dominoes for Seniors

Sat, Aug 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Join us for game time as we play dominoes and connect with others! Recommended for seniors.

Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1

Tue, Sep 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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

LiBEARy Tales - Celebrate National Library Card Signup Month

Tue, Sep 02, 11:00am - 11:45am

Alafaya - Back of Branch

Reading is beary fun! Celebrate the library with interactive stories, songs and rhymes. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Microsoft PowerPoint Level 2

Tue, Sep 02, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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

Microscopic Science: Plants & Animals (Ages 6-12)

Tue, Sep 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

There’s a microscopic world waiting to be explored! Learn how to use a microscope and discover new things about the plants and animals you see every day.

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Bubble Playtime

Wed, Sep 03, 10:30am - 11:15am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Help your child develop gross-motor skills in this colorful and interactive bubble party. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Puzzle Time with Joanne - Part of Cozy Cottagecore Month

Wed, Sep 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Enjoy putting jigsaw puzzles together! Come, join in the fun! Recommended for ages 18 and up.

Learn American Sign Language (Ages 6-12) - Homeschool Tech

Wed, Sep 03, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Discover American Sign Language in a fun and interactive way! Learn to count from 1 to 10 and the basics of finger spelling while practicing together.

September Crafternoon: Fairy Door Rock Painting! - Part of Cozy Cottagecore Month

Wed, Sep 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Paint a fairy door on a rock to make a portal into the magical realm! Registration required for each child. Recommended for ages 6-12.

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Microsoft Access Level 1

Wed, Sep 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Learn database concepts and terminology. Learn flat and relational database concepts and create a simple database with multiple tables.

Open Lab - Ask A Tech

Thu, Sep 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Are you stuck on a software-related project or simply need constructive ideas to get you started? Let us help! A technology trainer will be available to assist you in this open lab.

Homeschool Science: Weather

Thu, Sep 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Explore the science behind weather phenomena with a series of hands-on experiments. Recommended for ages 6-12.

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Learn American Sign Language (Ages 7-9)

Thu, Sep 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Discover American Sign Language in a fun and interactive way! Learn to count from 1 to 10 and the basics of finger spelling while practicing together.

Alafaya Book Club - Part of Cozy Cottagecore Month

Thu, Sep 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

The Alafaya Book Club's September selection is "The Thursday Murder Club" by Richard Osman.

Fri, Sep 05, 10:15am - 10:40am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Fri, Sep 05, 10:45am - 11:05am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Fri, Sep 05, 11:15am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Microsoft Word Level 1 - Creating Documents

Fri, Sep 05, 11:45am - 12:20pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Little ones are invited to explore and tinker while engaging in imaginative play. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Fri, Sep 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

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.

Crochet Granny Squares - Confident Beginner Level - Part of Cozy Cottagecore Month

Fri, Sep 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Crochet a classic granny square. Granny squares are the foundation of many blankets, bags and sweaters. Learn how to crochet in circles and then use increase stitches to make a square.

Code with Lightbot (Ages 10-12)

Fri, Sep 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Program Lightbot to light up its world. Solve puzzles using sequencing, loops and conditions.

Sat, Sep 06, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services.

Fall Flower Frames - Part of Cozy Cottagecore Month

Sat, Sep 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

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

Sat, Sep 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Alafaya - Back of Branch

Press fall leaves into a frame to make a seasonal decoration! Recommended for families.

This event is full

Make a Stop Motion Movie (Ages 7-9)

Sat, Sep 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Alafaya - Computer Lab

Explore the basics of animation while creating your own stop motion movie! Use the Stop Motion Studio app to bring objects to life, add titles, credits, sound, and more.