Advanced Foamsmithing: Custom Capture Balls (2 days)

Mother Goose on the Loose

Mon, Feb 09, 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.

Mon, Feb 09, 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.

Microsoft Excel Level 3 - Functions & Automated Features

Mon, Feb 09, 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.

Sewing - Halter Top Corset (8 Part) - Advanced Level

Mon, Feb 09, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Misses' corset top with a halter tie. Learn to use boning to create a shape forming corset. This is an advanced level class. Students are required to bring fabric and notions.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Video Studio Lighting Techniques

Mon, Feb 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm

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.

Baby Play & Connect

Mon, Feb 09, 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.

xTool Laser Cutter and Engraver Orientation

Mon, Feb 09, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

Bring your design to reality with the xTool P2 Laser Cutter and the xTool F1: Laser Engraver at the Makerspace. Learn machine operations, safety precautions, and how to gain access to these machines.

Cancelled

Basic Photography Concepts

Mon, Feb 09, 11:00am - 12:30pm

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!

Songwriting Workshop

Mon, Feb 09, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Melrose Stage - Second Floor

This two-part class teaches basic song structure, writing melody & lyrics. These classes are taught by Melrose Performing Arts instructors.

Microsoft Excel Level 4 - More Functions & Visual Tools

Mon, Feb 09, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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.

Melrose Reservation - Audio Studio (4 hrs)

Mon, Feb 09, 1:00pm - 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.

This event is full

Balloon Art - Balloon Rainbow / Arcoiris de Globos - Beginner Level

Mon, Feb 09, 1:15pm - 1:45pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

General Orientation for the Melrose Center and Video Studio Orientation required. Prior to booking Melrose Video Studio users are required to successfully complete a hands-on task oriented assessment.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Sewing Open Lab

Mon, Feb 09, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

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.

Mon, Feb 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Learning Cube - Second Floor

Learn how to twist a Balloon Rainbow. Materials will be provided! Recommended for adults 18 and up. Aprende a crear un arcoíris con globos. ¡Se proporcionarán los materiales!

This event is full

Pro Tools Level 1: Edit Window

Mon, Feb 09, 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)

This event is full

Mon, Feb 09, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Cancelled

Video Studio Control Room 1

Mon, Feb 09, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

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.

Mon, Feb 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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.

Foamsmithing Workshop (2 day)

Mon, Feb 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

Foamsmithing is the art of creating props and costumes using different types of foam. You will get hands-on experience using Pepakura, Silhouette Cameo, the Dremel tool among other tools of the trade.

Registration is now closed

Code with Swift Playgrounds

Mon, Feb 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Red Room - Second Floor

Discover programming through interactive puzzles that make learning the Swift programming language fun. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

Pro Tools Level 2: Mix Window and MIDI

Mon, Feb 09, 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.

Video Studio Control Room 2

Mon, Feb 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

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.

Sewing - How to Read a Pattern - Beginner Level

Tue, Feb 10, 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.

Toddler Stories & Songs

Tue, Feb 10, 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.

Typing Games

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

Purple Room - Second Floor

Have fun playing games that can help you speed up your typing skills and learn how to position your hands on the keyboard like a pro! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Tue, Feb 10, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Reading the hieroglyphics on a sewing pattern can be quite intimidating. Learn to read a professional sewing pattern, how to layout fabric and prepare material for a project.

This event is full

Melrose Reservation - Video Studio (4 hrs)

Tue, Feb 10, 10:30am - 12:30pm

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.

This event is full

Audio Studio Orientation

Tue, Feb 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

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)

This event is full

Rescheduled

YouTube Live Production

Tue, Feb 10, 11:00am - 12:30pm

New date Tuesday, February 17, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Start making YouTube videos using live production techniques.

Tue, Feb 10, 1:30pm - 5:30pm

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.

Tejido a Croché - En la Ronda - Nivel Principiante

Tue, Feb 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

¡Añade posibilidades a tu proyecto tejiendo en redondo! Crea amigurumis, gorros y más. Aprenda a crear círculos con puntadas de aumento y use marcadores de puntadas para seguir su trabajo.

Building Character for Actors

Tue, Feb 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Melrose Rehearsal Space - Second Floor

Learn to build the character you are playing using your lived experience. These classes are taught by Melrose Performing Arts instructors.

BandLab Songwriting - Harmony

Tue, Feb 10, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Create your own harmony tracks in BandLab by learning how to apply functional harmony. Come back for Rhythm, Melody, and Producing!

Photo Lighting: Glamor

Tue, Feb 10, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

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!

Microphone Theory Level 1

Tue, Feb 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Audio Learning Lab - 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)

Build Robots using Cubelets

Tue, Feb 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Red Room - Second Floor

Design and build complex robots with magnetic blocks. No coding required! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

This event is full

Microphone Theory Level 2

Tue, Feb 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Audio Learning Lab - 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)

Let's Play Dungeons & Dragons - Adventure Begins Board Game

Tue, Feb 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Learning Cube - Second Floor

Learn how to play Dungeons & Dragons with the Adventure Begins board game! Choose a character and work together to face obstacles and defeat monsters. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

LEGO® Education Spike™ Essentials: Great Adventures

Wed, Feb 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.

Wed, Feb 11, 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.

Preschool Chef: Red Light, Green Light

Wed, Feb 11, 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.

This event is full

Sewing - Soup Bowl Cozy - Confident Beginner

Wed, Feb 11, 10:30am - 1:00pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Here’s an easy-to-make solution to burnt fingers and spilled soup. Protect hands and furniture from hot soup, chili, and oatmeal with this easy sewing project. Great for yourself or as a gift.

This event is full

Silhouette Cameo Orientation

Wed, Feb 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

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.

Wed, Feb 11, 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.

Collage Couturier - Honoring Ann Lowe - Honoring Black History Heroes

Wed, Feb 11, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Magnolia Room - Third Floor

Learn who Ann Lowe was and why she is a vital figure in Black American fashion.

Crochet Dish Scrubby / Estropajo en Croché para Lavar Platos - Confident Beginner Level

Wed, Feb 11, 11:30am - 12:00pm

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.

Wed, Feb 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Create a useful crochet project. Learn how to make a dish scrub using the magic circle, half double crochet Increase and decrease.

Cancelled

Code with ScratchJr

Wed, Feb 11, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Learn the basics of computer science with the ScratchJr app and bring stories to life with code. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Cancelled

Gamers Club

Wed, Feb 11, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Do you like video games as much as we do? Hang out with other gamers and enjoy games and activities!

Introduction to Soldering Basics

Wed, Feb 11, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

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.

This event is full

Product Photography Level 1

Wed, Feb 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

Take professional photos for your website, catalog or flyers. Learn how to take crisp and clear commercial images of your products to make them more appealing to your customers.

Flight Simulator Orientation and Assessment

Wed, Feb 11, 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)

This event is full

Improv One

Wed, Feb 11, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Melrose Rehearsal Space - Second Floor

Learn to express yourself and play in this 8-week intro to improv course. These classes are taught by Melrose Performing Arts instructors.

Registration is now closed

Scratch Programming

Wed, Feb 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

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.

Photo Studio Orientation

Wed, Feb 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

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

This event is full

BandLab Songwriting - Melody

Thu, Feb 12, 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, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Purple Room - Second Floor

Create your own melody tracks in BandLab applying the same tricks the pros use! Recommended for ages 13-18! Come back for Rhythm, Harmony, and Producing!

Sewing Open Lab

Thu, Feb 12, 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.

Makerspace Open Lab

Thu, Feb 12, 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.

Programming Drums with Superior Drummer

Thu, Feb 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Audio Learning Lab - Second Floor

Dive into the art of precision and rhythm, honing your skills to begin crafting dynamic, professional-level drum tracks using Toontrack's Superior Drummer 3.

Photo Lighting: Basic Portrait

Thu, Feb 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

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

Build & Perfect Your Resume - Job Seekers Series

Thu, Feb 12, 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.

Melrose Reservation - Photo Studio (3 hrs)

Thu, Feb 12, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

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.

From Sample to Performance with Ableton Live

Thu, Feb 12, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Audio Learning Lab - Second Floor

Turn your ideas into reality with Ableton Live. Live is made for music creation and performance with fast, fluid and flexible options.

Cancelled

Run a Pizza Shop with Osmo

Thu, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Run your own pizza shop with Osmo! Learn how to help customers and handle money with the hands-on Osmo Pizza Co. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Cuisine Corner Junior: Heart-Shaped Treats

Thu, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Papa Bear - First Floor

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

BandLab Songwriting - Producing

Thu, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Produce a song with everything we created in Rhythm, Harmony, and Melody class! Come back for more Rhythm, Harmony, and Melody!

Chess Basics with lichess.org - ##Teens##

Thu, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

Social Worker @ the Library

Fri, Feb 13, 10:00am - 5:00pm

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

SNAP Assistance

Fri, Feb 13, 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.

Microsoft PowerPoint Level 3

Fri, Feb 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

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.

Sewing - Tote Bags (4 Parts) - Confident Beginner

Fri, Feb 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Take the fashion world by storm! We will teach you everything you need to know to start sewing like a pro. Create a simple and easy tote bag perfect for shopping, the beach or running errands.

Registration is now closed

Podcast Booth Fundamentals

Fri, Feb 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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.

This event is full

Advanced Foamsmithing: Menpo Samurai Monster Half Mask

Fri, Feb 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

Bring fantastic creatures to life as you sculpt your own Menpo Samurai Monster half face mask. The end result will be a mask with a truly haunting look.

This event is full

Conceptos Básicos de Fotografía

Fri, Feb 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

Si eres nuevo en fotografía, esta clase es para ti. Aprenda los conceptos básicos de la fotografía que te ayudaran a tomar mejores fotos o encaminarte a otro nivel en este arte.

Melrose Reservation - Audio Studio (4 hrs)

Fri, Feb 13, 1:00pm - 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.

This event is full

Chess Basics with lichess.org

Fri, Feb 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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.

This event is full

Fri, Feb 13, 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.

Fundamentals of Filmmaking

Fri, Feb 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

From script to screen, master filmmaking fundamentals: film types, crew roles, and every step from development to distribution. Bring your vision to life on screen!

Maker Workshop: Create your own Magnetic Bookmarks

Fri, Feb 13, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

Learn to make your own lovely magnetic bookmarks using resources provided in the Melrose Makerspace

This event is full

MakeCode Arcade: Sound & Music - Shark Attack!

Fri, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Create the SFX and Music for the game we coded and created the art for! Return to Code and create art if you missed it!

Video Studio Audio and Data Management

Fri, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

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.

Galentine's Day Resin Jewelry

Fri, Feb 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Magnolia & Palm Room - Combined - Third Floor

Celebrate the gal pals in your life by making personalized resin jewelry. Recommended for ages 18 and up. Registration required.

This event is full

Storybook Fun

Sat, Feb 14, 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, Feb 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Magnolia Room - Third Floor

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

Video Studio Orientation

Sat, Feb 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Tour the Melrose Center Video Studio in this introductory class.

This event is full

Makerspace Open Lab

Sat, Feb 14, 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.

Melrose Reservation - Audio Studio (4 hrs)

Sat, Feb 14, 10:30am - 12:30pm

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.

This event is full

Toddler Time

Sat, Feb 14, 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.

Sat, Feb 14, 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.

This event is full

Sewing - Buttonholes and Buttons - Confident Beginner Level

Sat, Feb 14, 11:00am - 1:00pm

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.

This event is full

Driver's Education Simulator Orientation & Assessment

Sat, Feb 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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)

This event is full

Tiny Tales

Sat, Feb 14, 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.

Get Your Non-Profit Noticed - Get Yourself Listed with Candid

Sat, Feb 14, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Get more visibility for your nonprofit. Create a Candid Profile and get your organization listed in over 200+ charitable sites. Recommended 18 and up. Registration required.

Sat, Feb 14, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Coding Concepts Level 2 - Terminology

Sat, Feb 14, 12:45pm - 1:15pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Sat, Feb 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Explore HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Python using Visual Studio Code. Learn the foundational, universal programming terminology to help you succeed in creating apps, games, and other solutions.

Dungeons & Dragons at the Library Meetup for Adults

Sat, Feb 14, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Learning Cube - Second 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.

This event is full

Family Fun: Chess

Sat, Feb 14, 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.

Video Studio Camera and Lens Level 1

Sat, Feb 14, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

This hands-on class will introduce you to the Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro 4.6K G2 digital film camera. Learn camera setup, exposure settings and basic operation.

Camera and Lenses - Photo Studio

Sat, Feb 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

Explore our lens collection, gain knowledge on how to choose the right lens for the photos you're taking, and cover the basic differences between camera types and how they function.

This event is full

Second Saturday Improv Show

Sat, Feb 14, 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.

Audio Studio - Signal Routing

Sat, Feb 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

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)

Cancelled

Unreal Engine Fundamentals - Blueprint Programming Class Series (4 Parts)

Sat, Feb 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

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.

Video Studio Camera and Lens Level 2

Sat, Feb 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Expand your knowledge of creative film and video camera operation techniques. Explore pulling focus, depth of field and shot composition using the rule of thirds.

Photo Composition

Sat, Feb 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

The rules of thirds is probably the most often referenced photography rule of composition. It is all about subject placement within the frame.

LEGO® WeDo™ Build a Recycling Truck

Sun, Feb 15, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Red Room - Second Floor

Build and program a LEGO ® Recycling Truck with WeDo ™. Learn how technology plays an active role in our everyday life. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

This event is full

Sewing: Kwik Serge a Hooded Sweatshirt (4-Day) - Advanced Level

Sun, Feb 15, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Make your own hoodie! We will teach you sewing techniques for finished seams using sergers. Experience with a serger is necessary to be successful. Students are required to bring fabric.

Registration is now closed

Melrose Reservation - Video Studio (4 hrs)

Sun, Feb 15, 1:30pm - 5:30pm

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

xTool Laser Cutter and Engraver Orientation

Sun, Feb 15, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

Bring your design to reality with the xTool P2 Laser Cutter and the xTool F1: Laser Engraver at the Makerspace. Learn machine operations, safety precautions, and how to gain access to these machines.

This event is full

African Amercian Read-In

Sun, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Melrose Stage - Second Floor

Celebrate African American literature in poetry, story, and song, in conjunction with the 36th Annual National African American Read-In.

Improv One

Sun, Feb 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Albertson Room - Third Floor

Learn to express yourself and play in this 8-week intro to improv course. These classes are taught by Melrose Performing Arts instructors.

Registration is now closed

Create a Mobile Video Ad

Sun, Feb 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Video Learning Lab - Second Floor

Love shooting videos on your mobile device? Want to bump up your video skills a notch? Learn the 7 basic techniques to enhance your mobile videos.

LEGO® Education Spike™ Prime: Science & Engineering

Sun, Feb 15, 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.

This event is full

Fireside Tales: Stories from the Heart

Sun, Feb 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Magnolia & Palm Room - Combined - Third Floor

Sit back and relax for National Heart Month by listening to calming tales of love, friendship, and gratitude. Ages 18 and up. Registration recommended.

Trading Card Deck Box

Sun, Feb 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

Build and paint your own card deck box from wooden pieces cut from our laser cutter. This box is made to fit any US standard size trading cards.

This event is full

Audio Studio Orientation

Sun, Feb 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

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)

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Mother Goose on the Loose

Mon, Feb 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.

Mon, Feb 16, 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.

Sewing - Halter Top Corset (8 Part) - Advanced Level

Mon, Feb 16, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Misses' corset top with a halter tie. Learn to use boning to create a shape forming corset. This is an advanced level class. Students are required to bring fabric and notions.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Baby Play & Connect

Mon, Feb 16, 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, Feb 16, 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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Microsoft Excel Level 1 - Creating Spreadsheets

Mon, Feb 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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.

Melrose Reservation - Video Studio (6 hrs)

Mon, Feb 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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Silhouette Cameo Orientation

Mon, Feb 16, 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.

Photo Studio Camera Training - For Access Assessment

Mon, Feb 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

Learn the basics of DSLR and Mirrorless camera functions. Get hands on experience with our cameras, while learning all about the safety and skills required to handle them.

Songwriting Workshop

Mon, Feb 16, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Melrose Stage - Second Floor

This two-part class teaches basic song structure, writing melody & lyrics. These classes are taught by Melrose Performing Arts instructors.

Sewing Open Lab

Mon, Feb 16, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

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.

Balloon Art - Classic Garland/Guirnalda Clásica - Beginner Level

Mon, Feb 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Learning Cube - Second Floor

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

Fundamentals of Sound for Audio Engineering

Mon, Feb 16, 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)

Advanced Foamsmithing: Custom Capture Balls (2 days)

Mon, Feb 16, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

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.

Mon, Feb 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

Capture your favorite pocket monsters in style with custom capture balls made from EVA Foam and painted by you!

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Introduction to LED Video Walls

Mon, Feb 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

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.