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Beyond the Obituary: Newspapers and Genealogy

Learn how historical newspapers can uncover obituaries, marriages, community stories, and everyday details that bring your ancestors to life.

The Orange County Library System (OCLS) provides general genealogy instruction and assistance to customers researching their family histories. Genealogy research often involves historical records that may contain outdated, offensive, or discriminatory language. Original terminology found in historical documents and other source materials may be referenced when necessary for accuracy, context, and understanding and does not reflect the views or endorsements of OCLS. Information provided by OCLS is for informational purposes only and should be verified using original records and other reliable sources.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History - Culture - Genealogy |

TAGS: | westoaks | genealogy | bb-genealogy |

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Mon, Aug 31 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Sep 01 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 02 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Sep 03 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Sep 04 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 05 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Sep 06 Closed
(Closed in observance of Labor Day.)
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Online Class: Crochet Tunisian Braided Headwarmer (4 Parts) - Intermediate
Wed, Sep 02, 10:00am - 11:30am
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Practice Tunisian techniques with a cozy headwarmer to keep or give away! We will be discussing beginner Tunisian Crochet in this class. Adults 18+.
Virtual: Writing Clearly Advanced
Wed, Sep 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us on ZOOM to practice academic style writing along with more complex vocabulary. Recommended for those 18 years and older.
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Genealogy: Discover America! - This Week: Maryland!
Wed, Sep 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Come with us on a virtual road trip as we explore one state at a time. We will explore the history, the culture and most of all those precious genealogical resources that are unique to each location!
Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Brush Tools
Wed, Sep 02, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Create your own artwork using Photoshop brush tools. Use settings to manipulate painting digitally. Build your own brushes that work for your needs and learn to import brush sets.
Citizenship Inspired (4- Session Series)
Wed, Sep 02, 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. 9/1 Session 1; 9/2 Session 2; 9/8 Session 3; 9/9 Session 4.
Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Raegan
Wed, Sep 02, 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 Third-Person Game - Unity - 10 Parts Class Series
Wed, Sep 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
This 10-part class series covers the essential skills to develop a third-person exploration game in Unity.
Middle School Advisory Board Meeting - Teen Volunteering
Wed, Sep 02, 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 Conversation
Wed, Sep 02, 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 adults.
All-Levels Yoga
Wed, Sep 02, 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!
Thu, Sep 03, 9:00am - 10:00am
Virtual Room - West Oaks
A one-on-one session that will permit you to speak to our Genealogist Lisa and work on your family tree. Wherever you are, West Oaks Library will be there for you!
This event is full
Online: Adobe Premiere Level 1
Thu, Sep 03, 9:30am - 11:00am
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
Start creating top-notch digital video productions. This is an introduction to the basics of editing video footage.
Online: Graphic Design Made Easy with Adobe Express
Thu, Sep 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
No time to learn Photoshop? Use the free Express app to intuitively and quickly create all the graphics you need.
Thursday Tree Zoom!
Thu, Sep 03, 10:05am - 11:05am
Virtual Room - West Oaks
A one-on-one session that will permit you to speak to our Genealogist Lisa and work on your family tree. Wherever you are, West Oaks Library will be there for you!
Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns: Crane - Confident Beginner Level
Thu, Sep 03, 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.
This event is full
Online Class: Cybersecurity Basics - PLA DigitalLearn
Thu, Sep 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Cybersecurity is all about the safety of our information when we’re online. Build confidence as you visit websites, create passwords, and respond to email.
Online: Create Videos & Reels with Adobe Express
Thu, Sep 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
Thursday Tree Zoom
Thu, Sep 03, 11:10am - 12:10pm
Virtual Room - West Oaks
A one-on-one session that will permit you to speak to our Genealogist Lisa and work on your family tree. Wherever you are, West Oaks Library will be there for you!
This event is full
Online: Adobe Premiere Level 2
Thu, Sep 03, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
Discover a fast way to assemble a video edit by cutting to music. This class explores the creative aspect of motion picture editing by importing audio & photographs, setting sequence markers, & more!
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At the Family Table: Food and Genealogy
Thu, Sep 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Discover how recipes, food traditions, cooking habits, and family meals can reveal your ancestors’ culture, migration, daily life, and treasured family stories.
Virtual: English Conversation Hour
Thu, Sep 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual English Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Recommended for those 18 years and older.
Online: Create a Third-Person Game - Unity - 10 Parts Class Series
Thu, Sep 03, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
This 10-part class series covers the essential skills to develop a third-person exploration game in Unity.
High School Advisory Board Meeting - Teen Volunteering
Thu, Sep 03, 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: Prepare for Your Job Search - Job Seekers Series
Thu, Sep 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
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.
Virtual: Writing Clearly Beginner
Thu, Sep 03, 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. Recommended for those 18 years and older.
Online: Create a Third-Person Game - Unity - 10 Parts Class Series
Fri, Sep 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
This 10-part class series covers the essential skills to develop a third-person exploration game in Unity.
Virtual: English Conversation Hour
Fri, Sep 04, 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. Recommended for those 18 years and older.
Online: Edit PDFs with Adobe Acrobat
Tue, Sep 08, 10:00am - 10:45am
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn the fundamentals of Adobe Acrobat, the differences between Pro and DC versions, and their many features.
Spanish from Zero - Intermediate with Brenda
Tue, Sep 08, 10:15am - 11:15am
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.
Virtual: Writing Clearly Intermediate
Tue, Sep 08, 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. Recommended for those 18 years and older. 
Spanish From Zero for Beginners with Ms. Brenda
Tue, Sep 08, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.
Registration is now closed
Personal Investing Toolkit (4-Part Series)  
Tue, Sep 08, 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 Class: Microsoft Word Level 2 - Proofing, Templates & Pictures
Tue, Sep 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
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.
Citizenship Inspired (4- Session Series)
Tue, Sep 08, 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. 9/1 Session 1; 9/2 Session 2; 9/8 Session 3; 9/9 Session 4.
Spanish from Zero - Basics with Ms. Brenda
Tue, Sep 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish A1-A2) Come and learn basic Spanish with Ms. Brenda.
Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Alafaya
Tue, Sep 08, 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.
Online: Unreal Engine - Create a Third-Person Game - 6 Parts Class Series
Tue, Sep 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
Join us and create a third-person game while learning the UE5 editor interface, Blueprint basics, third-person character setup, Enhanced Input System, character animation basics, and UI programming.
Spanish from Zero - Intermediate with Brenda
Tue, Sep 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish B1) Come and learn Spanish grammar with Ms. Brenda.
Online: Intro to Adobe InDesign
Tue, Sep 08, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn what this publishing and layout application is capable of.
Spanish From Zero for Beginners with Ms. Brenda
Tue, Sep 08, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.
Registration is now closed
Writing To Market
Tue, Sep 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
New York Times bestselling author Ginny Myers Sain will discuss what it really means to write popular fiction and how to write to the market while still also writing what you want
Author Talk: Daniel Kraus - Writing the Nightmare
Tue, Sep 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Prepare to launch into the darkest depths of deep space! Join us as we sit down with master storyteller Daniel Kraus, to celebrate the release of his breathtaking new novel, The Sixth Nik.Register
Online: Logo Design and Development using Adobe Illustrator
Wed, Sep 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn best practices for logo design by making a simple but effective logo in Illustrator.
Online Class: Crochet Tunisian Braided Headwarmer (4 Parts) - Intermediate
Wed, Sep 09, 10:00am - 11:30am
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Practice Tunisian techniques with a cozy headwarmer to keep or give away! We will be discussing beginner Tunisian Crochet in this class. Adults 18+.
Virtual: Writing Clearly Advanced
Wed, Sep 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us on ZOOM to practice academic style writing along with more complex vocabulary. Recommended for those 18 years and older.
Cancelled
Beyond the Obituary: Newspapers and Genealogy
Wed, Sep 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Learn how historical newspapers can uncover obituaries, marriages, community stories, and everyday details that bring your ancestors to life.
Online Class: Adobe Photoshop - Color Correction
Wed, Sep 09, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Take an average photo and make it pop. Learn basic color correction techniques and make global and location adjustments to images in Adobe Camera Raw.
Citizenship Inspired (4- Session Series)
Wed, Sep 09, 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. 9/1 Session 1; 9/2 Session 2; 9/8 Session 3; 9/9 Session 4.
Online: Flash Photography
Wed, Sep 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
Learn how different types of photography flashes work and how to use them to achieve professional results
Virtual Event: Knit and Crochet Meetup with Raegan
Wed, Sep 09, 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: Unreal Engine - Create a Third-Person Game - 6 Parts Class Series
Wed, Sep 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
Join us and create a third-person game while learning the UE5 editor interface, Blueprint basics, third-person character setup, Enhanced Input System, character animation basics, and UI programming.
Online: Intro to Adobe Illustrator
Wed, Sep 09, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn what this powerful vector application is capable of.
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