Atlantic Coast Theatre: The Jumping Frog of Calaveras County

Code with Swift Playgrounds

Tue, Jun 02, 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.

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

Red Room - Second Floor

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

Circus Dog Show - Summer at Your Library

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

Library Central - First Floor

Be amazed by this spectacle of funny and entertaining dogs! They know how to climb stairs, perform somersaults and amaze the crowd with other uniquely designed tricks. Recommended for ages 6-12.

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Let's Code an Ocean AI

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

Purple Room - Second Floor

Machines can learn just like us! Explore the ocean while learning how machines can see patterns and predict outcomes. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

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From Sample to Performance with Ableton Live

Tue, Jun 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

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.

Tue, Jun 02, 11:00am - 12:30pm

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.

Tue, Jun 02, 11:15am - 11:45am

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Tue, Jun 02, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

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

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

Tue, Jun 02, 12:00pm - 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.

Tue, Jun 02, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

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

Registration is now closed

Melrose Reservation - Video Studio (4 hrs)

Tue, Jun 02, 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.

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Basic Programming Concepts Level 1 - Block Coding with Code Studio

Tue, Jun 02, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Start your programming adventure with the basics. Create a mobile web app while learning key concepts, including algorithms, programs, events and debugging.

Crochet Pet Bandana - Confident Beginner Level

Tue, Jun 02, 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

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

This event is full

Tue, Jun 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Crochet a unique bandana for your pet. You'll create an adorable, customizable piece in size and color. Perfect to style your furry friend or gift something handmade with love.

Create with Canva: Bookmark Mania! - Summer at Your Library

Tue, Jun 02, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Red Room - Second Floor

Create your own bookmarks with the online graphic design tool Canva! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

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Women in Science Tea Talks

Tue, Jun 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Magnolia Room - Third Floor

Join us for tea and invigorating discussions on women in science. Recommended 18 and up. Registration required.

Build LEGO® Video Games

Tue, Jun 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Use Unity's LEGO® Microgame builder to make characters, design landscapes, and add obstacles to your own LEGO® game. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

Photo Lighting: Basic Portrait

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

Photo Studio - Second Floor

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

Digital Sculpting

Tue, Jun 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Create detailed sculptures in a digital environment. Learn to use ZbrushCoreMini and the intuitive brushes and tools to create amazing artwork. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

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Microsoft Excel Level 1 - Creating Spreadsheets

Tue, Jun 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Red 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.

Preschool Storytime: Pretend Picnic - Summer at Your Library

Wed, Jun 03, 10:00am - 5:00pm

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

Wed, Jun 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Papa Bear - First Floor

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.

LEGO® Education Spike Essentials: Great Adventures

Wed, Jun 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Red Room - Second Floor

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

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Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine

Wed, Jun 03, 10:30am - 1:00pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

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

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Cancelled

Open Lab: Game Development Lab

Wed, Jun 03, 10:30am - 12:30pm

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

Microsoft Excel Level 1 - Creating Spreadsheets

Wed, Jun 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

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.

Fundamentals of Sound for Audio Engineering

Wed, Jun 03, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Audio Learning Lab - Second Floor

Explore the fundamentals of sound theory. Discuss how the physics of sound affects recordings. Learn key digital audio concepts, including sample rate, bit depth and file types. (tic101)

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3D Design and Printing with Moment of Inspiration

Wed, Jun 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

Create basic shapes and objects with Moment of Inspiration, a 3D design software. Develop 3D objects using common 3D design tools. Learn the skills you need to start developing your own prototypes.

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Video Studio Orientation

Wed, Jun 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Tour the Melrose Center Video Studio in this introductory class.

Create Animated GIFs

Wed, Jun 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Create animated GIFs using Photoshop! Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

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

Wed, Jun 03, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

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

Registration is now closed

iPad - Basics

Wed, Jun 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Get up and running with your new iPad. Learn how to navigate an iPad using gestures, install and organize apps, modify general, privacy, security settings and more.

Sewing - Pet Bandanas - Beginner Level

Wed, Jun 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Let your pet make a fashion statement with these easy to make pet bandanas. Create a fun bandana that slides onto your pet's collar.

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Camera and Lenses - Photo Studio

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

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.

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Melrose Reservation - Video Studio (4 hrs)

Wed, Jun 03, 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

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

Fiber Arts Junior: Macrame Keychain - Summer at Your Library

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

Red Room - Second Floor

Learn the foundation knots needed in macrame projects while creating your very own keychain! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required. 

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Be Safe Online Teens

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

Blue Room - Second Floor

Learn safety tips and good practices when using the Internet. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

Flight Simulator Orientation and Assessment

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

Game Development Lab / Simulators Combined - Second Floor

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

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Device Advice

Wed, Jun 03, 4:00pm - 4:20pm

Red Room - Second Floor

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

Foamsmithing Workshop (2 day)

Wed, Jun 03, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

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.

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Device Advice

Wed, Jun 03, 4:20pm - 4:40pm

Red Room - Second Floor

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

Improv Two

Wed, Jun 03, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Melrose Stage - Second Floor

In Improv Two we learn how to tell stories, create environment and evoke real emotions for our characters over the seven week series. These classes are taught by Melrose Performing Arts instructors.

Registration is now closed

Watercolor Jellyfish Painting - Summer at Your Library

Wed, Jun 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Albertson Room - Third Floor

Dive into watercolor and create an enchanting jellyfish painting. Recommended for ages 18 and up. Registration required.

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Photo Studio Q&A

Wed, Jun 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

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

Device Advice

Wed, Jun 03, 4:40pm - 5:00pm

Red Room - Second Floor

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

Code with Minecraft - Voyage Aquatic

Wed, Jun 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Join Alex and Steve on a Voyage Aquatic! Use code to help Alex and Steve explore the high seas. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

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Access Assessment - Audio Studio

Wed, Jun 03, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

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

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Microsoft Excel - Charts

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

Red Room - Second Floor

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

Access Assessment - Audio Studio

Wed, Jun 03, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

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

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Rescheduled

Artsy Toddler: Pool Party - Summer at Your Library

Thu, Jun 04, 10:00am - 5:00pm

New date Thursday, June 04, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

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

Thu, Jun 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

Papa Bear - First Floor

Discover colors, textures, and materials through stories, songs, and creative art activities. Recommended for ages 18–36 months. Registration required.

Create with Canva: Bookmark Mania! - Summer at Your Library

Thu, Jun 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

Purple Room - Second Floor

Create your own bookmarks with the online graphic design tool Canva! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

This event is full

Make a Stop Motion Movie

Thu, Jun 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

Red Room - Second Floor

Use the Stop Motion Studio app to create a stop-motion animation movie! Bring objects to life, add titles, credits, sound, and more. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

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Thu, Jun 04, 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.

Audio Studio - Signal Routing

Thu, Jun 04, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

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

Thu, Jun 04, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

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

Melrose Reservation - Video Studio (6 hrs)

Thu, Jun 04, 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.

Prepare for Your Job Search - Job Seekers Series

Thu, Jun 04, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

This program provides hands-on worksheets and strategies to help you reflect on your goals, identify your skills, and succeed. Ages 18 & up. Registration required.

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

Thu, Jun 04, 12:00pm - 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.

Cancelled

Thu, Jun 04, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

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

QuickBooks Level 1 - Introduction to QBO Environment

Thu, Jun 04, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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

STEAM Junior: Shell Seekers - Summer at Your Library

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

Papa Bear - First Floor

Junior scientists will explore STEAM concepts to expand their minds and explore the world around them. Recommended for ages 6-12.

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Create Custom Trading Cards

Thu, Jun 04, 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

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

This event is full

Thu, Jun 04, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

Design and craft your own holo or standard creature trading cards using everyday materials.

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Next Steps for Teens: Personal Finance - Summer at Your Library

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

Purple Room - Second Floor

Learn the basics of money management skills, along with practical tips and resources to support your goals. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

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

Thu, Jun 04, 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 6-12. Registration required.

Basic Photography Concepts

Thu, Jun 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

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

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Introduction to Computers

Thu, Jun 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Take your first steps into the world of computing. Discover the essential parts of and types of computers, as well as the basics of using a computer for the first time.

Social Worker @ the Library

Fri, Jun 05, 10:00am - 5:00pm

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

DaVinci Resolve: Edit Page

Fri, Jun 05, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

You filmed your video- now what? Edit your project in DaVinci Resolve's Edit Page, a great start to post-production.

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

Fri, Jun 05, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Podcasting Booth - 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, Jun 05, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

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

Registration is now closed

Family Fun: Movie and Make

Fri, Jun 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Papa Bear - First Floor

Kick back and enjoy a family film while creating your own masterpiece inspired by the movie.

Audio Studio - Microphone Theory Level 1

Fri, Jun 05, 2:00pm - 5:30pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

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

Fri, Jun 05, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

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

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Fundamentals of Filmmaking

Fri, Jun 05, 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!

Open Lab - Ask A Tech

Fri, Jun 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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

Game Design - Make a World

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

Red Room - Second Floor

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

VR Learning Stations Orientation

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

Game Development Lab / Simulators Combined - Second Floor

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

Audio Studio - Microphone Theory Level 2

Fri, Jun 05, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

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

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Fri, Jun 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

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

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LEGO® WeDo™ Build a Race Car

Fri, Jun 05, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

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

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Preschool Storytime

Sat, Jun 06, 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.

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

Red Room - Second Floor

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

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Photo Studio Assessment Training - Studio Equipment

Sat, Jun 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

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

Pro Tools Level 1: Edit Window

Sat, Jun 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm

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)

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Family STEM Saturdays

Sat, Jun 06, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

Bring your family to build and play with science and technology at the Melrose Center! Available resources include littleBits, Snap Circuits, and K'NEX. (tic101)

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

Sat, Jun 06, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

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

Toddler Storytime

Sat, Jun 06, 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.

Melrose Reservation - Audio Studio (6 hrs)

Sat, Jun 06, 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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Driver's Education Simulator Orientation & Assessment

Sat, Jun 06, 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)

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Baby Storytime

Sat, Jun 06, 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.

Meetups at Melrose - Indienomicon Game Dev Adventure Day

Sat, Jun 06, 12:30pm - 5:30pm

LED Wall - Second Floor

If you want to learn about some of the most fun and exciting games being developed in your community by indie developers, then this monthly meetup is for you.

Melrose Reservation - Photo Studio (2 hrs)

Sat, Jun 06, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

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.

Pro Tools Level 2: Mix Window and MIDI

Sat, Jun 06, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

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.

Fruitful Endeavors: For Vibrant Seniors and Adults!

Sat, Jun 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Magnolia Room - Third Floor

Join us as we learn about productive perennials who are creating new standards of living well. Recommended 18 and up.

Javascript Fundamentals

Sat, Jun 06, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Develop interactive Web pages with rich media content. Students will learn the fundamental of JavaScript and useful techniques to bring a static Web pages to life.

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Anime Art Class: With Jamile Johnson - Summer at Your Library

Sat, Jun 06, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Albertson Room - Third Floor

Learn how to draw and paint anime-style characters. Join us for hands-on, guided instruction on fully colored art pieces. Materials will be provided. Recommended for ages 13-18.

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

Sat, Jun 06, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

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

Adult Game Time - Get your game on and learn Forbidden Desert

Sat, Jun 06, 2:00pm - 5:30pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

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

LEGO® Club

Sat, Jun 06, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Papa Bear - First Floor

The Library invites you to come and use your imagination to build! Bricks will be provided, but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Sat, Jun 06, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Palm Room - Third Floor

Join us for adult game time where we introduce you to the featured game of the month. Recommended 18 and up.

Photo Studio Assessment Training - Studio Cameras

Sat, Jun 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

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

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

Sat, Jun 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

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

Chess Basics with lichess.org

Sun, Jun 07, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

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. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

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Create Custom Trading Cards

Sun, Jun 07, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

Design and craft your own holo or standard creature trading cards using everyday materials.

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All About Light Modifiers

Sun, Jun 07, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

Learn the fundamentals of using light modifiers in photography. Attendees will learn how tools such as soft boxes, umbrellas, and reflectors influence light, shadows, and overall image quality.

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Sewing Open Lab

Sun, Jun 07, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

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

Audio Studio Orientation

Sun, Jun 07, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

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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Web Design Level 1 - Introduction to HTML

Sun, Jun 07, 1:30pm - 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.

Improv Two

Sun, Jun 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Melrose Stage - Second Floor

In Improv Two we learn how to tell stories, create environment and evoke real emotions for our characters over the seven week series. These classes are taught by Melrose Performing Arts instructors.

Registration is now closed

Video Studio Orientation

Sun, Jun 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Tour the Melrose Center Video Studio in this introductory class.

Sun, Jun 07, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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

Melrose Reservation - Photo Studio (2 hrs)

Sun, Jun 07, 3:00pm - 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.

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LEGO® Education Spike Essentials: Great Adventures

Sun, Jun 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Red Room - Second Floor

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Broadway at the Library - The Musicals We Love to Sing - America250

Sun, Jun 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Palm Room - Third Floor

Broadway at the Library will highlight some of our favorite musicals.

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

Sun, Jun 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

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

Audio Studio - Signal Routing

Sun, Jun 07, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Sun, Jun 07, 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)

Open Lab - Ask A Tech

Sun, Jun 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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

Sun, Jun 07, 4:45pm - 5:15pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Mon, Jun 08, 10:00am - 5:00pm

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

Baby Storytime

Mon, Jun 08, 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.

Baby Play & Connect

Mon, Jun 08, 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.

Adobe Premiere Level 1 - Basics of Editing

Mon, Jun 08, 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

Theatre 101

Mon, Jun 08, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Melrose Rehearsal Space - Second Floor

Learn basic theater terminology, types of theaters and the roles each person plays in productions in this introductory theater class. This class is taught by Melrose Performing Arts instructors.

Mon, Jun 08, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Start creating top-notch digital video productions. This is an introduction to the basics of editing video footage.

Canva Projects - Presentations

Mon, Jun 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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.

xTool Laser Cutter and Engraver Orientation

Mon, Jun 08, 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.

Balloon Art - Balloon Flower / Flor de Globos - Beginner Level

Mon, Jun 08, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

In this fun, hands-on class, you’ll learn step by step how to twist a stunning balloon flower that’s perfect for decorating or gifting. Materials are included. Recommended for adults ages 18 and up.

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

Mon, Jun 08, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

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

This event is full

Mon, Jun 08, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

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

Registration is now closed

Microsoft Excel - Data Management Level 1

Mon, Jun 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Learn how to use advanced sort and filter options; apply data validation and other data tools to organize your data.

Video Studio Camera and Lens Level 1

Mon, Jun 08, 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.

Sewing Open Lab

Mon, Jun 08, 3:00pm - 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.

Build Robots using Cubelets

Mon, Jun 08, 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

Melrose Reservation - Audio Studio (2 hrs) - Short Session - Not Ideal for Drums or Full Bands

Mon, Jun 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

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

This event is full

Microsoft PowerPoint Level 2

Mon, Jun 08, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

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

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Mon, Jun 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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

Video Studio Camera and Lens Level 2

Mon, Jun 08, 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.

Silhouette Cameo Sticker Workshop

Mon, Jun 08, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

Learn how to create different types of stickers using the Silhouette Cameo. This class is designed for students who have completed the Silhouette Cameo Orientation class.

Mon, Jun 08, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

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

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Open Lab - Ask A Tech

Mon, Jun 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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

Atlantic Coast Theatre: The Jumping Frog of Calaveras County - Summer at Your Library

Tue, Jun 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.

Tue, Jun 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Library Central - First Floor

The history of the California gold rush is brought to life through music, folk-art puppetry and the comical characters from Mark Twain's short story. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Be Safe Online

Tue, Jun 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Purple Room - Second Floor

Learn safety tips and good practices when using the Internet. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Sewing - Bucket Hat (4 Part) - Intermediate Level

Tue, Jun 09, 10:30am - 1:00pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

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

This event is full

Scene Study - Building to Transition

Tue, Jun 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Melrose Rehearsal Space - Second Floor

A scene study course designed to build to a pivotal moment in the script, specifically scenes transitioning into songs. These classes are taught by Melrose Performing Arts instructors.

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

Tue, Jun 09, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

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

Registration is now closed

Photo Lighting: Basic Portrait

Tue, Jun 09, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

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

Basic Programming Concepts Level 2 - Variables in Programs

Tue, Jun 09, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Continue your programming adventure with the fundamentals. Create a mobile web app while learning key concepts, including inputs and variables.

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

Tue, Jun 09, 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Audio Production Studio - Second Floor

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

This event is full

Tue, Jun 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

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

This event is full

Video Studio Lighting Techniques

Tue, Jun 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

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