English for Social Interactions

Mon, Sep 29, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

Speaking Clearly is a pronunciation class for beginners designed to introduce learners to the basics of the sounds of English for pronunciation. Recommended for ages 18 & up.

Registration is now closed

Mon, Sep 29, 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 those with a basic understanding of English.

Mon, Sep 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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

Online: Create Photorealistic 3D Images with Adobe Stager

Mon, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

Bilingual (Spanish / English) Conversational Interactions with Ms. Brenda

Mon, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Choosing Between Self and Traditional Publishing

Mon, Sep 29, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Mon, Sep 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

There are so many ways to get your book published these days. Literary agent Anjanette Barr will discuss the advantages and challenges of each, and guide you through how to choose what's best for you.

Mon, Sep 29, 7:00pm - 7:45pm

Virtual Room - Alafaya

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

Tue, Sep 30, 10:15am - 11:15am

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.

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

Virtual ESL Room 2

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will focus on grammar for complex ideas, including sentence structures, paragraph, and essay writing. 

Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 1 - Creating Documents

Tue, Sep 30, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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 Class: Microsoft Word Level 2 - Proofing, Templates & Pictures

Tue, Sep 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

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 Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Tue, Sep 30, 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: Create a Third-Person Game - (10 Parts Class Series)

Tue, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish A1-A2) Come and learn basic Spanish with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

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

Registration is now closed

Tue, Sep 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.

Online: Adobe Express Social Media Graphics & Stationery

Tue, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.

Edit Yourself Like a Pro

Tue, Sep 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Professional editor Alli Martin will cover basic and advanced tips for how to take your self-editing to the next level. Learn the difference between objective and subjective edits, and more!

Wed, Oct 01, 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.

Online Class: Crochet Witch Hat (5 Parts) - Intermediate

Wed, Oct 01, 10:00am - 11:30am

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Get ready for spooky season with a customizable witch hat! Students will use single, double, and triple crochet to whip up a crocheted accessory perfect for October.

Online: Adobe Express Social Media Videos and Reels

Wed, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Wed, Oct 01, 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.

Genealogy: Discover America! - This week: Massachusetts

Wed, Oct 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1

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

Wed, Oct 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Come with us on a virtual road trip as we explore one state at a time. We will explore the history, the culture and most of all those precious genealogical resources that are unique to each location!

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

Wed, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Enhance your document by adding elements like shapes, SmartArt, headers, and more. Secure your document with password protection. Work with distribution options like printing and sharing.

Wed, Oct 01, 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.

Online: Create an Escape Room VR Game (3 Parts)

Wed, Oct 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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

Wed, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Learn how to implement VR core concepts like locomotion, hand presence, and player immersion into an interactive VR experience while creating a VR Escape the Room Game.

Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns Flowers & Crosses 2.0 (4-Part) - Confident Beginner Level

Wed, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

Bring your resume to the top of the pile. Learn how to plan, create, and format a professional-looking resume using built-in templates in Microsoft Word.

All-Levels Yoga

Wed, Oct 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

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

Thu, Oct 02, 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 Class: Search & Apply for Jobs

Thu, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Bring your resume to the top of the pile. Learn how to plan, create, and format a professional-looking resume using built-in templates in Microsoft Word.

Thu, Oct 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Become familiar with popular job search websites and common questions asked on job applications. Learn how to use various internet resources to search and apply for jobs.

Author Talk: Nuestra América - Stories of 30 inspiring Latinas/Latinos

Thu, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Join us in conversation with Smithsonian professionals Adrián Aldaba and Emily Key as they discuss Nuestra América and highlight inspiring stories of Latinos throughout history.Register

Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 1 - Create Spreadsheets

Thu, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1

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

Thu, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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

Online: Create an Escape Room VR Game (3 Parts)

Thu, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Learn how to implement VR core concepts like locomotion, hand presence, and player immersion into an interactive VR experience while creating a VR Escape the Room Game.

Virtual: Writing Clearly Beginner

Thu, Oct 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will focus on the parts of speech, the organization of sentences, and vocabulary building.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 2 - Secure Spreadsheets

Thu, Oct 02, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Thu, Oct 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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

Game Development Open Lab

Thu, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

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

Online: Create an Escape Room VR Game (3 Parts)

Fri, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Learn how to implement VR core concepts like locomotion, hand presence, and player immersion into an interactive VR experience while creating a VR Escape the Room Game.

Online Class: Embroider Spooky Cameos (2-Days) - Confident Beginner Level

Fri, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

It's Spooky Season! Stitch these simple skeleton cameo designs and sophisticate your "scares" away.

Virtual: English Conversation Hour

Fri, Oct 03, 4:45pm - 5:45pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual English Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Writing Novel Openings and Endings That Work

Sat, Oct 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Author and editor Lorin Oberweger will discuss how to write beginnings to hook a novel reader and parallel endings to leave the reader satisfied.

Canva Projects - Presentations

Sat, Oct 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Washington Park

Create visually appealing and effective presentations. Dive into thousands of free Canva presentation templates. Once you have selected a template, edit it with ease and implement Canva elements.

Online: Intro to Adobe Photoshop

Sun, Oct 05, 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, Oct 05, 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, Oct 05, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Speaking Clearly Advanced

Mon, Oct 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Cancelled

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

Mon, Oct 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm

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.

Knitting: Lovely Stocking (Gifting Series) (6-Part) - Confident Beginner Level

Mon, Oct 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

It's never too early to start preparing knitted gifts. Knit cuff down and shaped with wrap and turn short rows, this diamond patterned stocking will be a classic for years to come.

Mon, Oct 06, 11:00am - 11:45am

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Learn the ABCs and 123s virtually through stories, songs, and interactive activities. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Online: Creative Resources for Entrepreneurs

Mon, Oct 06, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

Speaking Clearly is a pronunciation class for beginners designed to introduce learners to the basics of the sounds of English for pronunciation. Recommended for ages 18 & up.

Mon, Oct 06, 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, Oct 06, 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, Oct 06, 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: Microsoft Word Level 1 - Creating Documents

Mon, Oct 06, 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 those with a basic understanding of English.

Mon, Oct 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

Create polished documents in Microsoft Word. Navigate the user interface and apply basic word processing techniques to create a formatted letter. Learn important actions like copy, cut, and paste.

Once Upon a Canvas - Art and Design Principles

Mon, Oct 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

Bilingual (Spanish / English) Conversational Interactions with Ms. Brenda

Mon, Oct 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Room - Youth Services 1

Explore the elements of art from color theory to perspective with interactive activities and discussions on theory and design. Recommended for ages 13-18.

Developing Sympathetic Characters

Mon, Oct 06, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Mon, Oct 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Author and editor Kristen Stieffel will show you how to create characters that readers can care about.

Mon, Oct 06, 7:00pm - 7:45pm

Virtual Room - Alafaya

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

Tue, Oct 07, 10:15am - 11:15am

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, Oct 07, 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: Audio Studio Orientation

Tue, Oct 07, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, Oct 07, 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)

Virtual: Peel Back the Pages Instagram Book Club

Tue, Oct 07, 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. 10/7 Session 1, 10/8 Session 2, 10/14 Session 3, 10/15 Session 4

Tue, Oct 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Peel Back the Pages Broadcast Channel

Join us as we discuss the book The Reformatory by Tananarive Due.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 1 - Create Spreadsheets

Tue, Oct 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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.

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Tue, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.

High School Advisory Board Meeting - Teen Volunteering

Tue, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish A1-A2) Come and learn basic Spanish with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Youth Services 1

Earn community service by collaborating with your peers to test out new teen programs, brainstorm new teen services, and more! Recommended for students in grades 9-12.

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

Tue, Oct 07, 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, or pick and choose the classes in the series that interest you most.

Online Class: Microsoft Excel Level 2 - Secure Spreadsheets

Tue, Oct 07, 4:45pm - 5:45pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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.

Tue, Oct 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.

Writing Rhyming Picture Books that Sell

Tue, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, Oct 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Literary agent Paula Weiman will discuss the craft of writing picture books, with a focus on considerations for rhyming picture books.

Online Class: Crochet Witch Hat (5 Parts) - Intermediate

Wed, Oct 08, 10:00am - 11:30am

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Get ready for spooky season with a customizable witch hat! Students will use single, double, and triple crochet to whip up a crocheted accessory perfect for October.

Online Class: Canva Basics

Wed, Oct 08, 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.

Wed, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual Room - Windermere

Bring your design ideas to life with Canva, a free graphic design application. Use thousands of templates to gain inspiration and ideas for your next project.

Online Class: Canva Projects - Presentations

Wed, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Wed, Oct 08, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

Create visually appealing and effective presentations. Dive into thousands of free Canva presentation templates. Once you have selected a template, edit it with ease and implement Canva elements.

Wed, Oct 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1

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

Wed, Oct 08, 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.

Practica Spanish Conversation for Seniors and Beyond

Wed, Oct 08, 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. 10/7 Session 1, 10/8 Session 2, 10/14 Session 3, 10/15 Session 4

Wed, Oct 08, 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.

Middle School Advisory Board Meeting - Teen Volunteering

Wed, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Youth Services 1

Earn community service by collaborating with your peers to test out new tween and teen programs, brainstorm new teen services, and more! Recommended for students in grades 6-8.

Online Class: QuickBooks Level 1 - Introduction to QBO Environment

Wed, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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

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

Wed, Oct 08, 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, or pick and choose the classes in the series that interest you most.

Online: Photoshop Tips and Tricks

Wed, Oct 08, 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: QuickBooks Level 2 - Creating Business Records

Wed, Oct 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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

Online Class: Improve your Job Interview Skills

Wed, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

Better prepare yourself for the big day! Learn the interview process and become familiar with popular websites that provide supporting information.

How to Be Your Own Professional Organizer

Wed, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Join organizing expert and author Jamie Novak as she shares insider secrets on how to declutter your home with lasting results. Join a live mini declutter task and start an expert resource list.

Online: Intro to Adobe InDesign

Thu, Oct 09, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn what this publishing and layout application is capable of.

Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns Flowers & Crosses 2.0 (4-Part) - Confident Beginner Level

Thu, Oct 09, 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.

Career Academy Online: Interview Like a Pro

Thu, Oct 09, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Virtual Room - Learning Central

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

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

Thu, Oct 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1

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

Thu, Oct 09, 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 - Blender (Optional) 10 Parts Class Series

Thu, Oct 09, 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, or pick and choose the classes in the series that interest you most.

Online: Adobe Creative Consultant + Q&A

Thu, Oct 09, 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.

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

Thu, Oct 09, 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.

Game Development Open Lab

Thu, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

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

Author Talk: Leigh Bardugo - 10 Years of Daring Heists and Lovable Outcasts in YA Fantasy

Thu, Oct 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Join us as we pick the brain of the New York Times bestselling author herself, celebrating the release of her Six of Crows (The Dregs Edition). Register

Online Class: Crochet Moon Garland (3 Parts) - Intermediate

Fri, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Use in the round crochet to create this celestial decoration for spooky season (or all year round)!

Online Class: Embroider Spooky Cameos (2-Days) - Confident Beginner Level

Fri, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

It's Spooky Season! Stitch these simple skeleton cameo designs and sophisticate your "scares" away.

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

Fri, Oct 10, 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, or pick and choose the classes in the series that interest you most.

Virtual: English Conversation Hour

Fri, Oct 10, 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, Oct 11, 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.

Virtual: Basic English 1

Sat, Oct 11, 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.

In-Person Networking for Writers

Sat, Oct 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Whether you're an introvert or an extrovert, José Iriarte and Elle Ire will discuss best practices to help you get the most out of an in-person encounter with an agent, a publisher, or other authors.

Canva Projects - Video

Sat, Oct 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Washington Park

Create visually appealing video. Dive into thousands of free Canva presentation templates. Once you have selected a template, edit it with ease and implement Canva elements.

Online: Intro to Affinity Photo

Sun, Oct 12, 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, Oct 12, 1:45pm - 2:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Online: Adobe Creative Consultant + Q&A

Sun, Oct 12, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

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.

Online Class: Web Design Level 1 - Introduction to HTML

Sun, Oct 12, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Get started with HTML Basics! Build your first webpage structure using basic HTML tags. Learn about folder organization for a trendy website.

Online: Intro to Adobe Illustrator

Mon, Oct 13, 11:00am - 11:45am

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Learn the ABCs and 123s virtually through stories, songs, and interactive activities. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Mon, Oct 13, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn what this powerful vector application is capable of.

Online: Adobe Illustrator Tips and Tricks

Mon, Oct 13, 1:45pm - 2:15pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Online: Logo Design and Development using Adobe Illustrator

Mon, Oct 13, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Online Class: Web Design Level 2 - HTML Elements

Mon, Oct 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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

Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 2 - Proofing, Templates & Pictures

Mon, Oct 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

Explore Microsoft Word's proofing features like the spelling and grammar check. Use and modify Word templates with ease. Enhance your document by inserting and formatting pictures.

Mon, Oct 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

Bilingual (Spanish / English) Conversational Interactions with Ms. Brenda

Breast Cancer Awareness

Mon, Oct 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Learn about the importance of preventative care for breast cancer. Explore topics such as self-exams, early detection, mammograms, sonograms and breast biopsy.

Cancelled

Mon, Oct 13, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

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

Online: Create Photorealistic 3D Images with Adobe Stager

Mon, Oct 13, 7:00pm - 7:45pm

Virtual Room - Alafaya

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

Tue, Oct 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Tue, Oct 14, 10:15am - 11:15am

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, Oct 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual ESL Room 2

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will focus on grammar for complex ideas, including sentence structures, paragraph, and essay writing. 

Tue, Oct 14, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.

Online Class: Digital Publishing - eBook Formatting & Conversion

Tue, Oct 14, 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. 10/7 Session 1, 10/8 Session 2, 10/14 Session 3, 10/15 Session 4

Tue, Oct 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Learn how to apply best practices and techniques to successfully convert a Microsoft Word manuscript into an eBook.

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

Tue, Oct 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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.

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Tue, Oct 14, 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: Create a 3D Video Game Character - Blender (Optional) 10 Parts Class Series

Tue, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish A1-A2) Come and learn basic Spanish with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, Oct 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, or pick and choose the classes in the series that interest you most.

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

Tue, Oct 14, 4:45pm - 5:45pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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.

Online: Logo Design and Development using Adobe Illustrator

Tue, Oct 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, Oct 14, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Online Class: Crochet Witch Hat (5 Parts) - Intermediate

Tue, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.

Wed, Oct 15, 10:00am - 11:30am

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Get ready for spooky season with a customizable witch hat! Students will use single, double, and triple crochet to whip up a crocheted accessory perfect for October.

Canva Projects - Social Media

Wed, Oct 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual Room - Windermere

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.

Wed, Oct 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Genealogy: Discover America! - This week: Connecticut

Wed, Oct 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1

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

Wed, Oct 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Come with us on a virtual road trip as we explore one state at a time. We will explore the history, the culture and most of all those precious genealogical resources that are unique to each location!

Wed, Oct 15, 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.

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

Wed, Oct 15, 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. 10/7 Session 1, 10/8 Session 2, 10/14 Session 3, 10/15 Session 4

Wed, Oct 15, 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, or pick and choose the classes in the series that interest you most.

Cuisine Corner: Puerto Rican Cuisine - Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Wed, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Explore the rich culinary heritage of Puerto Rico with Yamira Lee Johnson, head chef and founder of Breaking Bread with Mira.

Online Class: Canva Projects - Videos

Wed, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

Bring your videos ideas to life with Canva, a free graphic design application. Save time by building on thousands of professional templates to create your perfect video!

Online: Adobe Creative Consultant + Q&A

Thu, Oct 16, 10:00am - 10:30am

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.

Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns Flowers & Crosses 2.0 (4-Part) - Confident Beginner Level

Thu, Oct 16, 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 Class: Microsoft Excel - Automate Tasks

Thu, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1

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

Thu, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Automate everyday tasks with macros. Record data entry and formatting. Insert and modify objects to run macros without coding.

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

Thu, Oct 16, 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, or pick and choose the classes in the series that interest you most.

Virtual: Writing Clearly Beginner

Thu, Oct 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will focus on the parts of speech, the organization of sentences, and vocabulary building.

Online: Generative AI with Adobe Firefly

Thu, Oct 16, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Online Class: Microsoft Excel - Charts

Thu, Oct 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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

Game Development Open Lab

Thu, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

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

Sketching 101

Fri, Oct 17, 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: Crochet Moon Garland (3 Parts) - Intermediate

Fri, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Use in the round crochet to create this celestial decoration for spooky season (or all year round)!

Online Class: Embroider a Bookish Ghost (2-Days) - Confident Beginner Level

Fri, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

This ghost loves boooooooks! Stitch a festive floral fright and decorate with ghoulish delight.

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

Fri, Oct 17, 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, or pick and choose the classes in the series that interest you most.

Genealogy Brunch Bunch - No Reservations needed--just your curiosity!

Sun, Oct 19, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Your ancestors are calling—just before lunch. Join us from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to swap stories, solve genealogy puzzles, and share research tips with fellow family history enthusiasts.

Online: Adobe Express Social Media Graphics & Stationery

Sun, Oct 19, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

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

Sun, Oct 19, 1:45pm - 2:15pm

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: Web Design Level 3 - Introduction to CSS

Sun, Oct 19, 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.

Sun, Oct 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Transform your website's look with CSS magic! Stylize your site with formatting properties. Learn how HTML & CSS work together for a more polished look.

OCLS Writer's Group

Sun, Oct 19, 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, Oct 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Knitting: Lovely Stocking (Gifting Series) (6-Part) - Confident Beginner Level

Mon, Oct 20, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

It's never too early to start preparing knitted gifts. Knit cuff down and shaped with wrap and turn short rows, this diamond patterned stocking will be a classic for years to come.

Mon, Oct 20, 11:00am - 11:45am

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Learn the ABCs and 123s virtually through stories, songs, and interactive activities. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Online: Intro to Adobe Photoshop

Mon, Oct 20, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

Speaking Clearly is a pronunciation class for beginners designed to introduce learners to the basics of the sounds of English for pronunciation. Recommended for ages 18 & up.

Mon, Oct 20, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Online: Photoshop Tips and Tricks

Mon, Oct 20, 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

Mon, Oct 20, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Online Class: Web Design Level 4 - Creating a Responsive Site

Mon, Oct 20, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Learn responsive design! Make your site shine on any device. Use additional CSS techniques and best practices to create a website that resizes to fit some of today's popular screen sizes.

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

Mon, Oct 20, 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 those with a basic understanding of English.

Mon, Oct 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

Enhance your document by adding elements like shapes, SmartArt, headers, and more. Secure your document with password protection. Work with distribution options like printing and sharing.

Mon, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

Bilingual (Spanish / English) Conversational Interactions with Ms. Brenda

Cuisine Corner: Doubles

Mon, Oct 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Join culinary expert Dianne Morin as she teaches how to make doubles, a popular street food originating in Trinidad and Tobago. This dish consists of bara (flatbread) filled with curried chickpeas.

Mon, Oct 20, 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, Oct 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual Room - Hiawassee

The Hiawassee Book Club will discuss The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer.

Online: Generative AI with Adobe Firefly

Mon, Oct 20, 7:00pm - 7:45pm

Virtual Room - Alafaya

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

Tue, Oct 21, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Tue, Oct 21, 10:15am - 11:15am

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.

Online Class: Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1

Tue, Oct 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual ESL Room 2

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will focus on grammar for complex ideas, including sentence structures, paragraph, and essay writing. 

Tue, Oct 21, 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 Class: Microsoft PowerPoint Level 2

Tue, Oct 21, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, Oct 21, 12:15pm - 1:15pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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

Citizenship Inspired-2025 Civics Test (2- Session Series)

Tue, Oct 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired

During this 2-session program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 10/21 Session 1, 10/22 Session 2.

Virtual: Peel Back the Pages Instagram Book Club

Tue, Oct 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Peel Back the Pages Broadcast Channel

Join us as we discuss the book The Reformatory by Tananarive Due.

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Tue, Oct 21, 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, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish A1-A2) Come and learn basic Spanish with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, Oct 21, 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.

Cancelled

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

Tue, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bring your resume to the top of the pile. Learn how to plan, create, and format a professional-looking resume using built-in templates in Microsoft Word.

Tue, Oct 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, or pick and choose the classes in the series that interest you most.

Online: Intro to Adobe InDesign

Tue, Oct 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, Oct 21, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn what this publishing and layout application is capable of.

Ask a Lawyer - Presented by The Orange County Bar Association

Tue, Oct 21, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

The Orange County Bar Association will host an open forum for individuals to speak with a panel of attorneys to get guidance on family law.

Online Class: Search & Apply for Jobs

Tue, Oct 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Become familiar with popular job search websites and common questions asked on job applications. Learn how to use various internet resources to search and apply for jobs.

Online Class: Crochet Witch Hat (5 Parts) - Intermediate

Tue, Oct 21, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.

Wed, Oct 22, 10:00am - 11:30am

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Get ready for spooky season with a customizable witch hat! Students will use single, double, and triple crochet to whip up a crocheted accessory perfect for October.

Wed, Oct 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Wed, Oct 22, 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.

Citizenship Inspired-2025 Civics Test (2- Session Series)

Wed, Oct 22, 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.

Wed, Oct 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired

During this 2-session program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 10/21 Session 1, 10/22 Session 2.

Practica Spanish Conversation for Seniors and Beyond

Wed, Oct 22, 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 Class: Canva Basics

Wed, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Bring your design ideas to life with Canva, a free graphic design application. Use thousands of templates to gain inspiration and ideas for your next project.

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

Wed, Oct 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, or pick and choose the classes in the series that interest you most.

VIRTUAL: Enchanted Fort Expeditions - Ghosts

Wed, Oct 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

Zack and Amy need your help with their latest voyage in the enchanted fort. If you love escape-room adventures, challenge yourself in this interactive mission. For ages 6-12. Registration required.

Online Class: Search & Apply for Jobs

Wed, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

Become familiar with popular job search websites and common questions asked on job applications. Learn how to use various internet resources to search and apply for jobs.

Author Talk: Malala Yousafazai - Finding My Way with Nobel Peace Prize

Wed, Oct 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Be one of the first to hear from Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai about her astonishing memoir, Finding My Way. Register

Online: Intro to Adobe Bridge

Thu, Oct 23, 10:00am - 10:30am

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns Flowers & Crosses 2.0 (4-Part) - Confident Beginner Level

Thu, Oct 23, 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.

Career Academy Online: Perfecting Your Resume

Thu, Oct 23, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Virtual Room - Learning Central

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

Online Class: Microsoft OneNote Fundamentals

Thu, Oct 23, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Boost your productivity with Microsoft's powerful note-taking app. Learn how to organize your pages, revise your notes and collaborate with your team.

Online: Audio Studio Orientation

Thu, Oct 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1

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

Thu, Oct 23, 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: Canva Projects - Presentations

Thu, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Create visually appealing and effective presentations. Dive into thousands of free Canva presentation templates. Once you have selected a template, edit it with ease and implement Canva elements.

Blender: 12 Principles of Animation in 3D

Thu, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 2

Animate a bouncy ball and learn how to apply the 12 principles of animation to enhance the 3D animation in Blender.

Online Class: Canva Projects - Social Media

Thu, Oct 23, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Thu, Oct 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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.

Online Class: Crochet Moon Garland (3 Parts) - Intermediate

Fri, Oct 24, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Use in the round crochet to create this celestial decoration for spooky season (or all year round)!

Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 1 - Creating Documents

Fri, Oct 24, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

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 Class: Embroider a Bookish Ghost (2-Days) - Confident Beginner Level

Fri, Oct 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

This ghost loves boooooooks! Stitch a festive floral fright and decorate with ghoulish delight.

Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 2 - Proofing, Templates & Pictures

Fri, Oct 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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: English Conversation Hour

Fri, Oct 24, 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: Microsoft Word Level 3 - Enhancing & Finalizing Documents

Sat, Oct 25, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

Enhance your document by adding elements like shapes, SmartArt, headers, and more. Secure your document with password protection. Work with distribution options like printing and sharing.

Sat, Oct 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Online Technology Classroom - TEC

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

Online: Intro to Adobe Illustrator

Sat, Oct 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Washington Park

Bring your resume to the top of the pile. Learn how to plan, create, and format a professional-looking resume using built-in templates in Microsoft Word.

Sun, Oct 26, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

Learn what this powerful vector application is capable of.

Online: Adobe Illustrator Tips and Tricks

Sun, Oct 26, 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, Oct 26, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

Pre-Writing Strategies

Sun, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Author and filmmaker Jennie Jarvis will discuss strategies for the work you can get done before writing begins, including outlining, idea development, setting a realistic writing schedule, and more!

Speaking Clearly Advanced

Mon, Oct 27, 10:00am - 11:00am

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Cancelled

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

Mon, Oct 27, 10:30am - 12:00pm

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.

Knitting: Lovely Stocking (Gifting Series) (6-Part) - Confident Beginner Level

Mon, Oct 27, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

It's never too early to start preparing knitted gifts. Knit cuff down and shaped with wrap and turn short rows, this diamond patterned stocking will be a classic for years to come.

Mon, Oct 27, 11:00am - 11:45am

Virtual Room - Alafaya

Learn the ABCs and 123s virtually through stories, songs, and interactive activities. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Online: Intro to Affinity Photo

Mon, Oct 27, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

Speaking Clearly is a pronunciation class for beginners designed to introduce learners to the basics of the sounds of English for pronunciation. Recommended for ages 18 & up.

Mon, Oct 27, 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.

Mon, Oct 27, 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 those with a basic understanding of English.

Mon, Oct 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Virtual Room - Windermere

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

Online: Create Photorealistic 3D Images with Adobe Stager

Mon, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

Bilingual (Spanish / English) Conversational Interactions with Ms. Brenda

Mon, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Melrose Classroom 1

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

How to Develop and Write Effective Twists in Thrillers

Mon, Oct 27, 6:45pm - 7:45pm

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Mon, Oct 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

To execute effective twists, a lot needs to come together for the reader at the right time. Author and writing coach Samantha Skal will discuss how to craft the perfect twist for your books.

Mon, Oct 27, 7:00pm - 7:45pm

Virtual Room - Alafaya

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

Tue, Oct 28, 10:15am - 11:15am

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.

Online Class: Microsoft PowerPoint Level 3

Tue, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual ESL Room 2

Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will focus on grammar for complex ideas, including sentence structures, paragraph, and essay writing. 

Tue, Oct 28, 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.

Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya

Tue, Oct 28, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, Oct 28, 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.

Tue, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish A1-A2) Come and learn basic Spanish with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, Oct 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.

Southwest Book Club: - After Annie

Tue, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Virtual Room - Southeast

(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.

Story Structure & Pacing

Tue, Oct 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room - EPD

Understanding how structure and pace work together helps you craft a book that keeps readers turning pages. Author Michael Mammay will lead a workshop on structure and pacing in speculative fiction.

Tue, Oct 28, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Virtual Room - Southwest

Join us to discuss After Annie by Anna Quindlen. A novel about hope and the unexpected power of adversity to change us in profound and indelible ways. Reg. req. 18+

Online Class: Crochet Witch Hat (5 Parts) - Intermediate

Wed, Oct 29, 10:00am - 11:30am

Online Fiber Arts Classroom

Get ready for spooky season with a customizable witch hat! Students will use single, double, and triple crochet to whip up a crocheted accessory perfect for October.

Wed, Oct 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

Virtual ESL Room 2

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

Genealogy: Discover America! - This week: New Hampshire!

Wed, Oct 29, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Virtual Room - Winter Garden 1

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

Wed, Oct 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Virtual Room - West Oaks

Come with us on a virtual road trip as we explore one state at a time. We will explore the history, the culture and most of all those precious genealogical resources that are unique to each location!

Author Talk: Philipa Gregory - Courtly Intrigue and Whispers as Weapons

Wed, Oct 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Coined as the “queen of British historical fiction,” Philippa Gregory returns to the infamous Tudor Court with a tale that is both timely and timeless. Register