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Scots on the Rocks: Exploring your Scottish Ancestry!

Our special Speaker Brian Nash will Explore the history of Scottish migration to New Scotland (Nova Scotia), why and when they moved and how to find them today.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History - Culture - Genealogy |

TAGS: | westoaks | bb-genealogy |

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Online Class: Crochet Stitch Sampler - Ember Stitch - Intermediate
Wed, Mar 04, 10:00am - 11:30am
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Join us in March for our month long Stitch Sampler series where we explore new crochet stitches to add texture and dimension to projects. Ages 18 and up.
Registration is now closed
Virtual: Writing Clearly Advanced
Wed, Mar 04, 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: Minnesota!
Wed, Mar 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Room - West Oaks
Join us on a virtual road trip! We will explore the history, the culture and the genealogical resources that are unique to each state! Recommended for Adults. Registration required.
Virtual: Beginner Adult French - Lesson 13
Wed, Mar 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Room - Windermere
This series is specifically designed for students with no prior French exposure. It combines face-to-face class time with the flexibility of independent learning. Recommended for adults.
This event is full
Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Raegan
Wed, Mar 04, 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.
Author Talk: Michael Perry - Humor, Heart, and Reflective Rural Stories
Wed, Mar 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us in conversation with bestselling author and humorist Michael Perry, whose collection of genre-spanning works encapsulates the experiences–and the magic–of rural town communities.Register
Citizenship Inspired (4- Session Series)
Wed, Mar 04, 2:00pm - 3:45pm
Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired
During this 4-session program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 3/3 Session 1; 3/4/Session 2; 3/10 Session 3; 3/11 Session 4.
Registration is now closed
Online: DaVinci Resolve - Edit Page
Wed, Mar 04, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
You filmed your video- now what? Edit your project in DaVinci Resolve's Edit Page, a great start to post-production.
Online: Unreal Engine 5 Blueprint Fundamentals - Third-Person Programming Class Series (4 Parts)
Wed, Mar 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
Join us and create a third-person character while learning the UE5 editor interface, Blueprint basics, third-person character setup, and the Enhanced Input System.
Middle School Advisory Board Meeting - Teen Volunteering
Wed, Mar 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Youth Services 1
Earn community service by collaborating with your peers to test out new programs, brainstorm new library services, and more! Recommended for students in grades 6-8.
Virtual Event: Practica Spanish for Seniors and Beyond
Wed, Mar 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
Practica tu español! Develop your Spanish language skills through conversation. Conversational topics and themed vocabulary will be provided. Recommended for seniors and adults.
Online: DaVinci Resolve - Fusion FX
Wed, Mar 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Use DaVinci Resolve's Fusion page for professional video green screen compositing and motion tracking.
All-Levels Yoga
Wed, Mar 04, 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.
Thursday Tree Zoom - Climb your family tree virtually!
Thu, Mar 05, 9:00am - 9:55am
Virtual Room - West Oaks
Need help breaking through a brick wall? Unsure where to look next? Book a 1-hour private Zoom appointment with Lisa for personalized genealogy guidance.
This event is full
Thursday Tree Zoom - Climb your family tree virtually!
Thu, Mar 05, 10:00am - 10:55am
Virtual Room - West Oaks
Need help breaking through a brick wall? Unsure where to look next? Book a 1-hour private Zoom appointment with Lisa for personalized genealogy guidance.
This event is full
Online: Intro to Adobe Photoshop
Thu, Mar 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn what this industry-leading photo editing application is capable of.
Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns: Fish - Confident Beginner Level
Thu, Mar 05, 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: Knitting Squares - Blocks Square (4 Part) - Confident Beginner Level
Thu, Mar 05, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Build your knitting skills one square at a time. Finished squares can be used individually for dishcloths or washcloths, or seamed together as a scarves or blankets.
Thursday Tree Zoom - Climb your family tree virtually!
Thu, Mar 05, 11:00am - 11:55am
Virtual Room - West Oaks
Need help breaking through a brick wall? Unsure where to look next? Book a 1-hour private Zoom appointment with Lisa for personalized genealogy guidance.
This event is full
Online: DaVinci Resolve - Color Page
Thu, Mar 05, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
Learn the basics of color grading using DaVinci Resolve and RAW video.
Online: Photoshop Techniques - Dodge & Burn
Thu, Mar 05, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Elevate your photos with one of Photoshop’s most powerful retouching techniques. Learn how to enhance light and shadow to add depth, dimension, and polish to your images—without over-editing.
Online: Unreal Engine 5 Blueprint Fundamentals - Third-Person Programming Class Series (4 Parts)
Thu, Mar 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
Join us and create a third-person character while learning the UE5 editor interface, Blueprint basics, third-person character setup, and the Enhanced Input System.
Online: Adobe Photoshop - Skin Retouching
Thu, Mar 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Discover how to achieve flawless and smooth skin on your photographs. Work with commonly used tools and techniques to remove blemishes, soften skin and restore an image's texture.
Online: Audio Studio Orientation
Thu, Mar 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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.
High School Advisory Board Meeting - Teen Volunteering
Thu, Mar 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Youth Services 1
Earn community service by collaborating with your peers to test out new programs, brainstorm new library services, and more! Recommended for students in grades 9-12.
Virtual: Writing Clearly Beginner
Thu, Mar 05, 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: Intro to Adobe Illustrator
Thu, Mar 05, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 3
Learn what this powerful vector application is capable of.
Online: Streaming Live Video with OBS
Thu, Mar 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
Stream live video on YouTube or Facebook with Open Broadcaster Software (OBS). Learn how to capture or record live streaming video & share with your audience or save for later viewing.
Edible Landscaping - Fleet Farming
Thu, Mar 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Room - EPD
Join Fleet Farming for Edible Landscaping, a class that blends beauty and bounty by teaching you how we can design a landscape that looks stunning while producing delicious, edible plants.
Virtual: Intermediate Adult French - Lesson 14
Fri, Mar 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Room - Windermere
This class is structured for people who have had previous exposure to or instruction in French but are not, at the present time, fully fluent. Recommended for adults.
This event is full
Online: Motion Capture Animation Fundamentals - Perception Neuron (PN-32) to Blender
Fri, Mar 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
Record motion capture data, retarget the mocap data to animate a digital character, and learn how to use the Perception Neuron motion capture system and a simple retargeting addon in Blender.
Online Class: Embroider and Catch Up
Fri, Mar 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Are your embroidery projects piling up? Bring a work-in-progress and catch up while you "catch up" with other embroidery artists. All levels are welcome.
Virtual: English Conversation Hour
Fri, Mar 06, 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!
English Conversation Hour
Sat, Mar 07, 12:15pm - 1:15pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.
Sunday Bunch Brunch!
Sun, Mar 08, 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: Intro to Adobe Photoshop
Sun, Mar 08, 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, Mar 08, 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, Mar 08, 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, Mar 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual ESL Room 2
Improve your English speaking and pronunciation skills. Intended for advanced English language learners. Recommended ages 18 & up.
Knitting: Broken Rib Tuck Stitch Scarflette (7-Part) - Confident Beginner Level
Mon, Mar 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Knit a reversible scarflette using broken rib Tuck Stitches. This beautiful scarflette is knit flat and finished with an applied I-cord.
Registration is now closed
Preschool Storytime: Virtual Let's Learn Letters and Numbers
Mon, Mar 09, 11:00am - 11:45am
Virtual Room - Alafaya
Preschoolers will delight in interactive stories, songs, and rhymes that inspire a love of reading and build early literacy skills. Recommended for ages 3–5.
Speaking Clearly Beginners
Mon, Mar 09, 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 ages 18 & up.
Online: Adobe Express Social Media Graphics & Stationery
Mon, Mar 09, 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 & Reels
Mon, Mar 09, 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.
English for Social Interactions
Mon, Mar 09, 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.
Online: Create a 3D Video Game Character - Blender 10 Parts Class Series
Mon, Mar 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.
Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya
Mon, Mar 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Alafaya
Connect 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. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
Bilingual Conversations with Ms. Brenda
Mon, Mar 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
Bilingual (Spanish / English) Conversational Interactions with Ms. Brenda
Online: Ask a Designer: Live Creative Coaching
Mon, Mar 09, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
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.
Basic English 1
Mon, Mar 09, 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.
Writing with Aesthetics: From Moodboards to Manuscript
Mon, Mar 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Room - EPD
Love Pinterest, vibes, and storytelling? Author Shannon A. Thompson will show you how to use visual inspiration–like moodboards & collages–to tie your story together so it feels seamless and immersive
Preschool Storytime: Virtual Pajama Party
Mon, Mar 09, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Room - Alafaya
Preschoolers will delight in interactive stories, songs, and rhymes that inspire a love of reading and build early literacy skills. Recommended for ages 3–5.
Online: Adobe After Effects Level 1 - Animation Basics
Tue, Mar 10, 10:00am - 11:30am
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
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.
Spanish from Zero - Intermediate with Brenda
Tue, Mar 10, 10:15am - 11:15am
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.
Virtual: Writing Clearly Intermediate
Tue, Mar 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will focus on grammar for complex ideas, including sentence structures, paragraph, and essay writing. 
Spanish From Zero for Beginners with Ms. Brenda
Tue, Mar 10, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.
Personal Investing Toolkit (4-Part Series)  
Tue, Mar 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual Room - Learning Central
Build your knowledge of investor tools for pursuing personal finance success in this four-part series using Morningstar Investing Center and other financial resources.  
Online: Adobe After Effects Level 2 - Intermediate Animation
Tue, Mar 10, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Create a spectacular celestial video animation using a few stills and Adobe After Effects. Learn how to import footage, set up a composition, and animate layers using keyframes.
Citizenship Inspired (4- Session Series)
Tue, Mar 10, 2:00pm - 3:45pm
Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired
During this 4-session program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 3/3 Session 1; 3/4/Session 2; 3/10 Session 3; 3/11 Session 4.
Virtual: Peel Back the Pages Instagram Book Club
Tue, Mar 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us as we discuss the book Lapvona by Ottessa Moshfegh.
Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 1 - Creating Documents
Tue, Mar 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Virtual: Beginner French - (Ages 6-12)
Tue, Mar 10, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Virtual Room - Windermere
Develop your French skills with us! In this French class you will learn basic vocabulary, numbers, colors and much more. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Online: Create a 3D Video Game Character - Blender 10 Parts Class Series
Tue, Mar 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.
Spanish from Zero - Basics with Ms. Brenda
Tue, Mar 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish A1-A2) Come and learn basic Spanish with Ms. Brenda.
Online Class: Microsoft Word Level 2 - Proofing, Templates & Pictures
Tue, Mar 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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.
Spanish from Zero - Intermediate with Brenda
Tue, Mar 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.
Spanish From Zero for Beginners with Ms. Brenda
Tue, Mar 10, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.
Thrifting 101: Shop Smart and Save Money
Tue, Mar 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Room - EPD
Join bestselling author and expert organizer Jamie Novak to learn how to spot quality pieces, avoid common thrift store pitfalls and differentiate between true treasure and potential future clutter.
Online Class: Crochet Stitch Sampler - Wheat Stitch - Intermediate
Wed, Mar 11, 10:00am - 11:30am
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Join us in March for our month long Stitch Sampler series where we explore new crochet stitches to add texture and dimension to projects. Ages 18 and up.
Online: Generative AI with Adobe Firefly
Wed, Mar 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn about Adobe’s Powerful AI engine and how it integrates into their apps.
Virtual: Writing Clearly Advanced
Wed, Mar 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us on ZOOM to practice academic style writing along with more complex vocabulary.
Virtual: Beginner Adult French - Lesson 14
Wed, Mar 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Room - Windermere
This series is specifically designed for students with no prior French exposure. It combines face-to-face class time with the flexibility of independent learning. Recommended for adults.
Citizenship Inspired (4- Session Series)
Wed, Mar 11, 2:00pm - 3:45pm
Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired
During this 4-session program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 3/3 Session 1; 3/4/Session 2; 3/10 Session 3; 3/11 Session 4.
Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Raegan
Wed, Mar 11, 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 10 Parts Class Series
Wed, Mar 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
Join this 10-part class series and learn how to model, texture, rig, and animate a character for a video game.
Online: Fundamentals of Sound for Audio Engineering
Wed, Mar 11, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 3
Explore the fundamentals of sound theory. Discuss how the physics of sound affects recordings. Learn key digital audio concepts, including sample rate, bit depth and file types. (tic101)
Online: Ask a Designer: Live Creative Coaching
Wed, Mar 11, 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.
Yoga for Neck Pain
Wed, Mar 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Room - EPD
This gentle, beginner-level class, will include gentle poses and breathing techniques that help to relieve tightness and tension in neck & shoulders.
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