Exercising for Healthy Aging

Toddler Storytime: Beach Buddies - Summer at Your Library

Thu, Jun 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.

Thu, Jun 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

Papa Bear - First Floor

Toddlers will explore a playful mix of songs, rhymes, and stories while building early literacy skills and having fun. Recommended for ages 18–36 months.

Next Steps for Teens: Interviewing with Confidence - Summer at Your Library

Thu, Jun 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Red Room - Second Floor

Learn how to highlight your skills in an interview setting with resources and tools to build confidence. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

Video Studio Control Room 1

Thu, Jun 11, 10:30am - 2:30pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Bring your sewing projects to the Orlando Public Library. The tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own materials. Machine sewing skills are required.

Thu, Jun 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Shoot and cut video like a pro. Learn advanced video recording techniques such as live Chroma keying and PTZ remote camera.

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Melrose Reservation - Photo Studio (2 hrs)

Thu, Jun 11, 10:30am - 6:30pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

Explore, innovate and create in hands-on classes that empower you to take your idea from concept to design to reality.

Toddler Play & Connect

Thu, Jun 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

Papa Bear - First Floor

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little ones explore imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Thu, Jun 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

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Build & Perfect Your Resume - Job Seekers Series

Thu, Jun 11, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Transform your unique talents and experiences into a career-launching masterpiece! Learn how to craft a resume. Ages 18 & up. Registration required.

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Video Studio Control Room 2

Thu, Jun 11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Set the midground, foreground and background images for a television production. Learn advance ATEM technique, communicate with talents via clear-com headsets, and operate light remotely.

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Create a Third-Person Game Camp - Unity - 9 Parts Class Series

Thu, Jun 11, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

This 9-part class series teaches the essential skills to develop a third-person exploration game in Unity.

Registration is now closed

Masterpiece Junior: Shell Painting - Summer at Your Library

Thu, Jun 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Papa Bear - First Floor

Discover the world of art! Together, we'll learn something new, get inspired, and create a masterpiece. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

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Melrose Reservation - Video Studio (4 hrs)

Thu, Jun 11, 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Video Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Video Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

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Create Your own Personal Crest - Craft Time for Seniors

Thu, Jun 11, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Cypress Room - Third Floor

Make your very own personal crest for Summer at Your Library! Registration required. Ages 18+

Registration is now closed

Chess Basics with lichess.org

Thu, Jun 11, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Red Room - Second Floor

Begin your journey to chess mastery. Learn the rules of the game and use the free website, lichess.org to play chess at any time.

Basic Photography Concepts

Thu, Jun 11, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

New to Photography? This class is for you. We cover introduction to basic photography concepts including the exposure triangle, using a DSLR camera, different shooting modes, and much more!

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Audio Studio - Microphone Theory Level 1

Thu, Jun 11, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

Capture the right sound. Discover how microphones work, the key differences between microphones, and how to set up and tear down microphones, stands and cables. (tic101)

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Knitting -Emotional Support Chicken (6 Parts) - Intermediate Level

Thu, Jun 11, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Want to grow your knitting skills or laugh while making something delightful? This class is for you. Side effects: smiles, stress relief, and the urge to knit more chickens. Bring materials listed.

Next Steps for Teens: Write a Resume - Summer at Your Library

Thu, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Red Room - Second Floor

Learn the basics of resume writing and discover how to highlight your career ready skills. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

Code with Tynker

Thu, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Design a game with code! Learn the basics of computer science with the Tynker app. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

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Photo Studio Assessment Training - Studio Cameras

Thu, Jun 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

Interested in gaining full access to the Photo Studio? Get hands on experience with our cameras, while learning all about the safety and skills required to handle them.

Audio Studio - Microphone Theory Level 2

Thu, Jun 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

Choose the right mic. Hear how different microphones pick up and transmit sound. Discover how to use polar patterns, proximity effect and phase to get the best sound for your project. (tic101)

Florida Summer Gardening - Summer at Your Library

Thu, Jun 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Cypress Room - Third Floor

Learn how you can work with Florida's unique summer conditions to keep your garden growing even in the state's hottest months. Recommended for ages 18 and up.

How to Use the Mouse & Keyboard

Thu, Jun 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Learn how to use the mouse and keyboard to navigate within the computer's interface. Practice using these two devices with hands-on exercises and online resources.

SNAP Assistance

Fri, Jun 12, 10:00am - 1:45pm

437 - Fourth Floor

A representative from Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida will be onsite the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month to answer questions and assist with the SNAP application process.

VR Learning Stations Orientation

Fri, Jun 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Game Development Lab / Simulators Combined - Second Floor

Learn how to set up and modify a VR headset's features, navigate its operating system, and maintain a safe environment when using a VR Learning Station.

Sewing - Zippered Organizer - Confident Beginner

Fri, Jun 12, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Does the idea of sewing a zipper steer you away from projects? Let us help you tackle zippers head-on with confidence!

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Photo Lighting: Gels

Fri, Jun 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Photo Studio - Second Floor

From just adding a hint of color to highlight your subjects hair to changing the color of an entire background, learning to use color gels will help you add some dimension to any photoshoot.

DaVinci Resolve: Fusion FX

Fri, Jun 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

Use DaVinci Resolve's Fusion page for professional video green screen compositing and motion tracking.

Melrose Reservation - Video Studio (6 hrs)

Fri, Jun 12, 11:00am - 5:00pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Video Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Video Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

This event is full

3D Printer Orientation

Fri, Jun 12, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

Bring your 3D Design to reality with a 3D Printer at the Makerspace. Learn how to use the slicing software, proper settings on the printer and gain access to our 3D printers in the Makerspace.

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Create a Third-Person Game Camp - Unity - 9 Parts Class Series

Fri, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

This 9-part class series teaches the essential skills to develop a third-person exploration game in Unity.

Registration is now closed

Podcast Booth Fundamentals

Fri, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Podcasting Booth - Second Floor

Get familiar with the equipment and software in the Melrose Podcast Booth. Learn how to effectively record with two – four microphones, save and export files and more.

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Family Fun: I Love Manatees - Summer at Your Library

Fri, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Papa Bear - First Floor

Show some love for Florida’s state marine animal with a game of trivia and crafts. Recommended for families.

Pro Tools Level 1: Edit Window

Fri, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Audio Learning Lab - Second Floor

Take your first step into Pro Tools. Explore the environment of the most popular professional audio program and understand workflows that the pros use. (tic101)

Adobe After Effects Level 1 - Animation Basics

Fri, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 5:30pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

Explore, innovate and create in hands-on classes that empower you to take your idea from concept to design to reality.

Fri, Jun 12, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

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

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@Melrose – A Stand Up Comedy Show

Fri, Jun 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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.

Scratch Programming

Fri, Jun 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Create a game using Scratch, a programming language and online community where you can create your own interactive stories, games, and animations. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

Fri, Jun 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Melrose Stage - Second Floor

Kick off your Friday evening at the Melrose Center with a stand-up comedy showcase featuring some of Central Florida’s funniest comedians. Smart, fresh comedy in a creative welcoming space.

Photo Lighting: Glamor

Fri, Jun 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

Using just a beauty dish and a soft box, learn four different glamor lighting set ups to help enhance any standard portrait into a glamorous session!

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Pro Tools Level 2: Mix Window and MIDI

Fri, Jun 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Audio Learning Lab - Second Floor

Continue your learning with Pro Tools. Explore the Mix Window and learn how to add audio effects to audio tracks. Dive in with recording and manipulating MIDI performances.

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Social Worker @ the Library

Sat, Jun 13, 10:00am - 5:00pm

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

Preschool Storytime

Sat, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Papa Bear - First Floor

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

Catch 'Em All Club

Sat, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Magnolia Room - Third Floor

Meet Pokémon enthusiasts to battle and trade cards with! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Flight Simulator Orientation and Assessment

Sat, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Game Development Lab / Simulators Combined - Second Floor

Learn to fly with a professional flight simulator using realistic flight controls. Instruction will cover the use of the equipment and software. (tic101)

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Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine - Beginner Level

Sat, Jun 13, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Ever wanted to make your own custom clothes, home decor, costumes or accessories? Join us in this basic sewing class and learn about sewing safety, basic sewing machine skills and stitching seams.

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Adobe Photoshop Level 1 - Editing Tools

Sat, Jun 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Learn about the functionality of Photoshop and explore the environment. Become familiar with using the Brush, Eraser, Selection, Move, and Crop tools.

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Sat, Jun 13, 10:30am - 5:30pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

Explore, innovate and create in hands-on classes that empower you to take your idea from concept to design to reality.

Toddler Storytime

Sat, Jun 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Papa Bear - First Floor

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 to 36 months.

General Orientation for the Melrose Center

Sat, Jun 13, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit melrose.ocls.org.

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Sat, Jun 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Editing Bay A - Second Floor,LED Wall - Second Floor,Melrose Rehearsal Space - Second Floor,Photo Studio - Second Floor,Podcasting Booth - Second Floor,Sound Booth D - Second Floor,Video Production Studio - Second Floor

This orientation is your key to accessing the creative and collaborative spaces in the Melrose Center.

This event is full

Baby Storytime

Sat, Jun 13, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Papa Bear - First Floor

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 babies 0-18 months.

Adobe Photoshop Level 2 - Working with Layers

Sat, Jun 13, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Learn how to use layers, layer masks, and layer styles. Become familiar with additional Photoshop tools like Paint Bucket, Type, and Free Transform. Explore Photoshop's myriad of adjustment layers.

Next Steps for Teens: Level Up Through Community Service

Sat, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Papa Bear - First Floor

Discover how community service helps you build career-ready skills, along with practical tips and resources to support your goals. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required. 

Basic Photography Concepts For Teens

Sat, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

New to Photography? This class is for you. We cover introduction to basic photography concepts including the exposure triangle, using a DSLR camera, different shooting modes, and much more!

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Green Screen for Teens (13-17)

Sat, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Make movie magic using green screen video production techniques.

Create a 3D Video Game Character - Blender 9 Parts Class Series

Sat, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

Join this 9-part class series and learn how to model, texture, rig, and animate a character for a video game.

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Cancelled

Dungeons & Dragons at the Library Meetup for Adults

Sat, Jun 13, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Have you ever wanted to play Dungeons & Dragons? Now’s your chance! Join us, adventurers, on our next quest! Recommended for ages 18 and up. Registration required.

Dungeons & Dragons at the Library Meetup for Adults

Sat, Jun 13, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Albertson Room - Third Floor

Have you ever wanted to play Dungeons & Dragons? Now’s your chance! Join us, adventurers, on our next quest! Recommended 18 and up. Registration required.

Family Fun: Chess

Sat, Jun 13, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Magnolia Room - Third Floor

Join us for a game of chess. All experience levels are welcome and chess sets are available for play. Recommended for families. Registration required.

Live Video Production for Teens (13-18)

Sat, Jun 13, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Work in front and behind the scenes to record a live video broadcast in the Melrose Center Video Studio!

Photo Studio Orientation

Sat, Jun 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

Tour the Photography Studio and explore the training options available. Learn the studio workflow, procedures and best practices.

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Second Saturday Improv Show

Sat, Jun 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Melrose Stage - Second Floor

Join us the second Saturday of each month at the Melrose Center for this fun filled rollercoaster of laughs featuring improv actors from the Orlando Improv Community.

Create a 3D Video Game Character - Blender 9 Parts Class Series

Sat, Jun 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

Join this 9-part class series and learn how to model, texture, rig, and animate a character for a video game.

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Access Assessment - Audio Studio

Sat, Jun 13, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

Prior to booking a studio, users are required to successfully complete a brief thirty minute studio-specific assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Access Assessment - Audio Studio

Sat, Jun 13, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

Prior to booking a studio, users are required to successfully complete a brief thirty minute studio-specific assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Code with Sphero Indi Cars

Sun, Jun 14, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Papa Bear - First Floor

Learn the basics of coding and computational thinking with Sphero indi, a hands-on robotic car! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

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Sun, Jun 14, 1:30pm - 5:30pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit melrose.ocls.org.

YouTube Live Production for Families - *Please Register Each Attendee - Parent & Child

Sun, Jun 14, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Bring your sewing projects to the Orlando Public Library. The tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own materials. Machine sewing skills are required.

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Sun, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Melrose Rehearsal Space - Second Floor,Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Team up with your child in this video production workshop to get a jump start on your first YouTube Channel video.

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General Orientation for the Melrose Center

Sun, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Editing Bay A - Second Floor,LED Wall - Second Floor,Photo Studio - Second Floor,Podcasting Booth - Second Floor,Sound Booth D - Second Floor

This orientation is your key to accessing the creative and collaborative spaces in the Melrose Center.

Driver's Education Simulator Orientation & Assessment

Sun, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Game Development Lab / Simulators Combined - Second Floor

Learn to drive with the Ultra Driving Simulator in realistic road conditions. Practice safety and defensive driving. Instruction will cover the use of the equipment and software. (tic101)

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Fundamentals of Sound for Audio Engineering

Sun, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Audio Learning Lab - Second Floor

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)

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Web Design Level 2 - HTML Elements

Sun, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Level up your HTML! Add content, create navigation, and apply attributes for a modern website.

3D Printer Orientation

Sun, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

Bring your 3D Design to reality with a 3D Printer at the Makerspace. Learn how to use the slicing software, proper settings on the printer and gain access to our 3D printers in the Makerspace.

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Improv Jam Workshop - Power2Improv Workshop Series

Sun, Jun 14, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Albertson Room - Third Floor

The Improv Jam Workshop is a fun and fast-paced session where everyone, whether brand new or seasoned on stage, gets to jump in and play!

LEGO® Education Spike Prime: Science & Engineering

Sun, Jun 14, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Red Room - Second Floor

Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Prime. Apply STEAM concepts and the engineering design process with hands-on learning. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

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Substance 3D Painter Fundamentals

Sun, Jun 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

Create texture maps and learn the user interface, how to manipulate UV maps and 3d models, and the basic workflow of creating textures with Substance 3D Painter.

Access Assessment - Photo Studio

Sun, Jun 14, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

Demonstrate the Photography Studio workflow, procedures and best practices in order to gain access to the Melrose Photo Studio.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Introduction to LED Video Walls

Sun, Jun 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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.

Sun, Jun 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

LED Wall - Second Floor

Using the new LED Wall at the Melrose Center as a case study, learn about the components of a system as well as talk about the types of LED walls.

Access Assessment - Photo Studio

Sun, Jun 14, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

Demonstrate the Photography Studio workflow, procedures and best practices in order to gain access to the Melrose Photo Studio.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Photo Lighting: Basic Portrait

Mon, Jun 15, 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.

Baby Storytime

Mon, Jun 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Papa Bear - First Floor

Build baby’s first literacy skills with songs, rhymes and stories. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Mon, Jun 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Photo Studio - Second Floor

This class is an introduction to some of the simplest lighting set ups used for portrait photography.

Baby Play & Connect

Mon, Jun 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

Papa Bear - First Floor

Connect with other caregivers while your babies wiggle, giggle, and explore early play together. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Melrose Reservation - Audio Studio (6 hrs)

Mon, Jun 15, 11:00am - 5:00pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit melrose.ocls.org.

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Canva Projects - Social Media

Mon, Jun 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Grab your viewers' attention by creating eye-catching posts, videos, and more. Utilize Canva's powerful social media management features to schedule, publish and track your content.

Adobe Premiere Level 2 - Editing to Music

Mon, Jun 15, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

Discover a fast way to assemble a video edit by cutting to music. This hands-on class explores the creative aspect of motion picture editing.

Melrose Reservation - Video Studio (4 hrs)

Mon, Jun 15, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Video Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Video Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

Introduction to Soldering Basics

Mon, Jun 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

Build a simple circuit with a soldering iron and components. Learn to safely use a soldering iron correctly to join components and wires.

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Balloon Art - Balloon Garland/Guirnalda de Globos - Beginner Level

Mon, Jun 15, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

We'll guide you through balloon decoration techniques, demonstrating how to create a balloon garland for your events and parties. Materials will be provided. Recommended for adults 18 and up.

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Melrose Reservation - Photo Studio (2 hrs)

Mon, Jun 15, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

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Microsoft Excel - Data Management Level 2

Mon, Jun 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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

Mon, Jun 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Melrose Conference Room - Second Floor

In this five-day camp, teens will learn how to create their own photo-based comic book while exploring the fundamentals of visual storytelling.

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Pro Tools Level 1: Edit Window

Mon, Jun 15, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Bring your sewing projects to the Orlando Public Library. The tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own materials. Machine sewing skills are required.

Mon, Jun 15, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Audio Learning Lab - Second Floor

Take your first step into Pro Tools. Explore the environment of the most popular professional audio program and understand workflows that the pros use. (tic101)

Coding Electronics with LEDs

Mon, Jun 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Red Room - Second Floor

Explore the basics of coding electronics with Snapino. Program an Arduino to control LED lights. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

Photo Studio Assessment Training - Studio Equipment

Mon, Jun 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

Get hands on training with the studio lights, stands, backgrounds, and more. This class is recommended to anyone interested in taking the Studio Only or Full Access Assessments.

Microsoft PowerPoint Level 3

Mon, Jun 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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.

Bookbinding: Traveler’s Journal Notebook

Mon, Jun 15, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

Learn how to make a traveler’s journal that’s the perfect notebook to take on your summer trips!

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Pro Tools Level 2: Mix Window and MIDI

Mon, Jun 15, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Audio Learning Lab - Second Floor

Continue your learning with Pro Tools. Explore the Mix Window and learn how to add audio effects to audio tracks. Dive in with recording and manipulating MIDI performances.

Mon, Jun 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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.

Mad Science: Science of Superheroes - Summer at Your Library

Tue, Jun 16, 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.

Scratch Programming

Tue, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Purple Room - Second Floor

Create a game using Scratch, a programming language and online community where you can create your own interactive stories, games, and animations. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

Tue, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Library Central - First Floor

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s SUPERHERO SCIENTISTS! Join Mad Science in exploring the science behind superhero powers. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Code with the Foos

Tue, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Red Room - Second Floor

Solve problems with code and help the Foos on an exciting adventure! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

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Sewing - Bucket Hat (4 Part) - Intermediate Level

Tue, Jun 16, 10:30am - 1:00pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Need a new summer look? Want to hide a bad hair day? Or maybe you’ve just always dreamed of joining the mysterious and stylish Bucket Hat Society. Students are required to bring fabric.

Registration is now closed

Self-Tape Kit Orientation

Tue, Jun 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Melrose Rehearsal Space - Second Floor

Learn how to use a self-tape kit to film your audition pieces. This class will cover how to set up the equipment safely and lighting settings needed to capture your best takes.

Synthesizer Fundamentals

Tue, Jun 16, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Audio Learning Lab - Second Floor

Synthesize your sound. Use source, modifier and controller modules to create and manipulate audio signals. (tic101)

Melrose Reservation - Video Studio (6 hrs)

Tue, Jun 16, 11:00am - 5:00pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Video Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Video Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

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Coding Concepts Level 1 - Visual Studio Code Editor

Tue, Jun 16, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Begin your journey into the world of coding. Learn to use the Visual Studio Code editor to write coding languages like HTML, CSS, JavaScript or even Python.

Tue, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

In this five-day camp, teens will learn how to create their own photo-based comic book while exploring the fundamentals of visual storytelling.

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Crochet - Adjustable Straight Skirt for Any Size (3 Part) - Confident Beginner Level

Tue, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit melrose.ocls.org.

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Tue, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Create your own crochet skirt. Learn to make a unique garment, adjustable to any size and length. Use basic stitches to achieve a modern, versatile finish made by you, even if you are a beginner.

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Fiber Arts Junior: Finger Knit a Snake - Summer at Your Library

Tue, Jun 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Magnolia Room - Third Floor

Untangle the mysteries of finger knitting and create a toy using yarn and your fingers. Recommended for kids ages 6-12. Registration required.

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Podcast Booth Fundamentals

Tue, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Podcasting Booth - Second Floor

Get familiar with the equipment and software in the Melrose Podcast Booth. Learn how to effectively record with two – four microphones, save and export files and more.

Game Design - Make a World

Tue, Jun 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Red Room - Second Floor

Create Super Mario levels and worlds with enemies, obstacles, and rewards! Challenge classmates to play your game and try to beat their levels. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

Device Advice

Tue, Jun 16, 4:00pm - 4:20pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Have a new tablet or smartphone, but not sure how to use it? Let us get you started with the basics, so you become more familiar with your personal device.

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Device Advice

Tue, Jun 16, 4:20pm - 4:40pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Have a new tablet or smartphone, but not sure how to use it? Let us get you started with the basics, so you become more familiar with your personal device.

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Device Advice

Tue, Jun 16, 4:40pm - 5:00pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Have a new tablet or smartphone, but not sure how to use it? Let us get you started with the basics, so you become more familiar with your personal device.

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Digital Coloring

Tue, Jun 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Color a digital coloring sheet and learn how to work with Layers, Move and Transform Tools, and Painting Tools. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Photo Studio Assessment Training - Studio Cameras

Tue, Jun 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

Interested in gaining full access to the Photo Studio? Get hands on experience with our cameras, while learning all about the safety and skills required to handle them.

Microsoft Excel Level 3 - Functions & Automated Features

Tue, Jun 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

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.

LEGO® Education Spike Essentials: Great Adventures

Wed, Jun 17, 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.

Wed, Jun 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Red Room - Second Floor

Build and program machines with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essentials. Go on a Great Adventure as we explore STEAM concepts and creative problem solving. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

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Preschool Chef: Beach Day Jell-O Cups - Summer at Your Library

Wed, Jun 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

Papa Bear - First Floor

Caregivers and little chefs will mix, measure, and create a tasty masterpiece together! Recommended for ages 3–5. Registration required.

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Open Lab: Game Development Lab

Wed, Jun 17, 10:30am - 12:30pm

New date Wednesday, June 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Want to build or test your game? Come to this open lab and use available game engines and resources to build or test your game.

Open Lab: Game Development Lab

Wed, Jun 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Want to build or test your game? Come to this open lab and use available game engines and resources to build or test your game.

Sewing - Buttonholes and Buttons - Confident Beginner Level

Wed, Jun 17, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Go beyond the basics with your sewing machine! Learn to stabilize and stitch machine buttonholes for a polished finish, then use your machine to attach buttons for the perfect project accent.

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Microsoft Excel Level 3 - Functions & Automated Features

Wed, Jun 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Blue Room - Second Floor

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.

Video Studio Lighting Techniques

Wed, Jun 17, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Operate professional Kino Flo and Sola 4 lighting equipment and Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro 4.6K G2 digital film camera settings to evoke mood and feeling.

Silhouette Cameo Orientation

Wed, Jun 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

Bring your design to reality with the Silhouette Cameo 4 at the Makerspace. Learn machine layout and operations, proper settings and safety precautions, and how to gain access to our Cameo 4.

Melrose Reservation - Photo Studio (3 hrs)

Wed, Jun 17, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

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Homeschool Junior: National Parks - America’s 250th Anniversary

Wed, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Papa Bear - First Floor

Learning comes alive! Explore the world through crafts, experiments, and hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 6-12.

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Design Graphics Using Photoshop

Wed, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Use the advanced manipulation and blending features of this professional-grade software to design and edit graphics and images. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

iPad - Organize & Edit Photos

Wed, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Red Room - Second Floor

Make finding your photos easy with your iPad. Learn to organize photos into albums, moments and collections. Edit photos with filters and exposure tools to enhance your images.

Video Studio Audio and Data Management

Wed, Jun 17, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Learn how to record crisp, clear audio through microphone placement and accurate audio levels. Use proper procedure to transfer your video files from the camera to your personal devices.

District 10 Office Hours - Representative Frost

Wed, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

In this five-day camp, teens will learn how to create their own photo-based comic book while exploring the fundamentals of visual storytelling.

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Wed, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

An opportunity for legislative teams to meet directly with constituents to assist with general questions or concerns.

Costura - Introducción a la Máquina de Coser

Wed, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

¿Alguna vez quisiste hacer tu propia ropa, decoración, disfraces o accesorios? Únase a nosotros en esta clase de costura básica y aprenda manejar una máquina de coser y cómo hacer costuras básicas.

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Fiber Arts Junior: Finger Knit a Snake - Summer at Your Library

Wed, Jun 17, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Red Room - Second Floor

Untangle the mysteries of finger knitting and create a toy using yarn and your fingers. Recommended for kids ages 6-12. Registration required.

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Python Programming Basics Level 2 - Loops, Conditions, & Functions

Wed, Jun 17, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Explore more Python fundamentals! Have your code do the hard repetitive work by using loops. Determine the flow of your code with conditional statements. Define functions to maximize efficiency.

Let's Play Dungeons & Dragons - Forge Your Hero

Wed, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Bring your Dungeons & Dragons character to life in 3D with Hero Forge! Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

Mix Bus Magic: Hands-On with the 2-Bus XT

Wed, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

Get into the world of mix bus processing at the Melrose Center Audio Studio. We’ll walk through practical techniques for shaping your sound using buses and outboard gear, Featuring the new 2-Bus XT.

Flight Simulator Orientation and Assessment

Wed, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Game Development Lab / Simulators Combined - Second Floor

Learn to fly with a professional flight simulator using realistic flight controls. Instruction will cover the use of the equipment and software. (tic101)

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Maker Workshop: Recycled Paper Made from Scraps

Wed, Jun 17, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

Recycle your scraps and clippings into sheets of paper (that can be used to make a travel journal or sketchbook)

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Photo Studio Q&A

Wed, Jun 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

Are you stuck on a photography-related project or simply need practice time in the studio? Let us help!

Code with Minecraft - Designer

Wed, Jun 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Make your own Minecraft world! Program the environment and complete code challenges. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

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Downtown Book Club - Beyond Belief by Nir Eyal

Wed, Jun 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Magnolia Room - Third Floor

Join the Downtown Book Club at the Orlando Public Library to discuss Beyond Belief by Nir Eyal. Ages 18 and up. Registration required.

How to Make Green Screen Videos

Wed, Jun 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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.

Wed, Jun 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Want to add some excitement to your movie? Learn how to make green screen videos at the Melrose Center. This class will show students how to light and shoot a green screen movie.

Toddler Storytime: Hello, Sun! - Summer at Your Library

Thu, Jun 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.

Thu, Jun 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Papa Bear - First Floor

Toddlers will explore a playful mix of songs, rhymes, and stories while building early literacy skills and having fun. Recommended for ages 18–36 months.

Next Steps for Teens: Level Up Through Community Service - Summer at Your Library

Thu, Jun 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Red Room - Second Floor

Discover how community service helps you build career-ready skills, along with practical tips and resources to support your goals. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required. 

Thu, Jun 18, 10:30am - 2:30pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Bring your sewing projects to the Orlando Public Library. The tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own materials. Machine sewing skills are required.

Melrose Reservation - Photo Studio (3 hrs)

Thu, Jun 18, 10:30am - 4:00pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

Explore, innovate and create in hands-on classes that empower you to take your idea from concept to design to reality.

Toddler Play & Connect

Thu, Jun 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Papa Bear - First Floor

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little ones explore imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Thu, Jun 18, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

Photo Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Photo Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit ocls.info/melrose.

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Audio Studio - Signal Routing

Thu, Jun 18, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

Use microphones, preamps, interfaces and control surfaces to route audio signals, send individual mixes in the studio and save work to various media. Vital for studio assessment preparation. (tic101)

Search & Apply for Jobs - Job Seekers Series

Thu, Jun 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Learn about best practices for finding and applying for jobs in today’s job market. Ages 18 & up. Registration required.

Exercising for Healthy Aging - LIFE Information for Elders (Seniors)

Thu, Jun 18, 12:10pm - 1:10pm

Albertson Room - Third Floor

Join Patrick Zayas from UF/IFAS Extension for a session on exercising for healthy aging. Discover how strength and balance training can help prevent falls and enhance overall health in older adults.

Code with Minecraft - Adventurer

Thu, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Join Alex and Steve on a Minecraft Adventure! Solve code challenges to explore, gather resources, and defeat mobs. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

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QuickBooks Level 2 - Creating Business Records

Thu, Jun 18, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Learn about simple transactions workflow and other quick tricks. Set up records for your vendors, customers and inventory.

Cuisine Corner Junior: Key Lime Pie in a Cup - America’s 250th Anniversary

Thu, Jun 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

In this five-day camp, teens will learn how to create their own photo-based comic book while exploring the fundamentals of visual storytelling.

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Thu, Jun 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Papa Bear - First Floor

Junior chefs will follow a recipe and demonstration to whip up something delicious! Recommended for ages 6–12. Registration required.

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