Balloon Art - Balloon Art - Community Workshop - Orange County Library System

Toddler Storytime: A Circle Is Round

Tue, Aug 25, 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, Aug 25, 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.

Cancelled

Self-Tape Kit Orientation

Tue, Aug 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Learn how to use a self-tape kit to film your audition pieces. This class will cover how to set up the equipment safely and lighting settings needed to capture your best takes.

Toddler Play & Connect

Tue, Aug 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

Papa Bear - First Floor

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little ones explore imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Basic Photography Concepts

Tue, Aug 25, 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

Tue, Aug 25, 11:00am - 12:30pm

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!

This event is full

Adobe Premiere Level 1 - Basics of Editing

Tue, Aug 25, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

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

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Adobe Premiere Level 2 - Editing to Music

Tue, Aug 25, 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, Aug 25, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

Discover a fast way to assemble a video edit by cutting to music. This hands-on class explores the creative aspect of motion picture editing.

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Brush It Off: Paint by Numbers

Tue, Aug 25, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

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.

Cancelled

Tue, Aug 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Let the paint flow and the stress go with an hour of no-pressure painting by numbers on canvas! Ages 18+. Registration Required.

VR Learning Stations Orientation

Tue, Aug 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

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.

This event is full

LEGO® Education Spike™ Essentials: Great Adventures

Wed, Aug 26, 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, Aug 26, 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 Artists: Primary Colors

Wed, Aug 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Papa Bear - First Floor

Let your imagination and little hands run wild with colors and textures to create a masterpiece inspired by artists throughout history! Recommended for ages 3–5. Registration required.

Sim and Game Development Open Lab

Wed, Aug 26, 10:30am - 12:30pm

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

Sewing - Cosmetic Bag (2-Part) - Confident Beginner Level

Wed, Aug 26, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Carry all your essential on a trip with this fun and easy to make cosmetic case.

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Wed, Aug 26, 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.

Wed, Aug 26, 11:00am - 1:00pm

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

Homeschool Junior: Pop Art

Wed, Aug 26, 11:15am - 11:45am

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Wed, Aug 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Papa Bear - First Floor

Learning comes alive! Explore the world through crafts, experiments, and hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 6-12.

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Melrose Reservation - Video Studio (4 hrs)

Wed, Aug 26, 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

Crochet: Join-As-You-Go Squares / Une Cuadrados - Advanced Level

Wed, Aug 26, 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

Wed, Aug 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

It's time to bring your blanket to life! Learn the Join-As-You-Go technique to connect the squares you've crocheted so far and assemble your blanket with a seamless finish.

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Pro Tools Level 1: Edit Window

Wed, Aug 26, 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)

Chess Basics with lichess.org

Wed, Aug 26, 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. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Gamers Club

Wed, Aug 26, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Papa Bear - First Floor

Love video games? Join the fun, challenge your friends, and enjoy exciting activities! Recommended for ages 6–12. Registration required.

Pro Tools Level 2: Mix Window and MIDI

Wed, Aug 26, 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.

Photo Studio Q&A

Wed, Aug 26, 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!

Improv One

Wed, Aug 26, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Melrose Conference Room - 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

Code with ScratchJr

Wed, Aug 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Red Room - Second Floor

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

Flight Simulator Orientation and Assessment

Wed, Aug 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

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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Food 101: Sustainable Gardening

Wed, Aug 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Albertson Room - Third Floor

The Food 101 series introduces you to a new topic every month, examining the historical and social significance of what we eat.

Open Lab - Ask A Tech

Wed, Aug 26, 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.

Design Graphics Using Photoshop

Thu, Aug 27, 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, Aug 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Blue Room - Second Floor

Use the advanced manipulation and blending features of this professional-grade software to design and edit graphics and images. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

DaVinci Resolve: Edit Page - Editing Video with DaVinci Resolve

Thu, Aug 27, 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.

Thu, Aug 27, 11:00am - 12:30pm

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.

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Melrose Reservation - Video Studio (4 hrs)

Thu, Aug 27, 11:00am - 3:00pm

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.

This event is full

Improve Your Job Interview Skills - Job Seekers Series

Thu, Aug 27, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Learn about the interview process and get tips that will help you to practice and prepare. Ages 18 & up. Registration required.

Fundamentals of Sound for Audio Engineering

Thu, Aug 27, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

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)

LIFE on the Big Screen - In Good Company - Seniors

Thu, Aug 27, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Albertson Room - Third Floor

Join Arlene Gonzalez from Cornerstone HR Solutions, LLC as she shares valuable feedback on how to upgrade your résumé with a more professional and refreshed look.

Audio Studio - Microphone Theory Level 1

Thu, Aug 27, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

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)

Cancelled

Photo Studio Assessment Training - Studio Cameras

Thu, Aug 27, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

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.

Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine - Beginner Level

Thu, Aug 27, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

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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MakeCode Arcade: Sound & Music

Thu, Aug 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Create the sound effects and music for a shark attack game using Microsoft MakeCode Arcade. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Code with the Foos

Thu, Aug 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Red Room - Second Floor

Solve problems with code and help the Foos on an exciting adventure! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Fiber Arts Junior: Cross Stitch Keychain

Thu, Aug 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Papa Bear - First Floor

Learn the basics of cross stitch embroidery as you craft your own keychain. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Audio Studio - Microphone Theory Level 2

Thu, Aug 27, 4:00pm - 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)

Microsoft 365 Basics

Thu, Aug 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Discover how you can use Microsoft's powerful productivity tools to connect and collaborate with your team. Learn how to access apps, store and share files.

Haunted Places in Florida - Let's look at St. Augustine

Thu, Aug 27, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Thu, Aug 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Magnolia & Palm Room - Combined - Third Floor

Whether you believe it or not, St. Augustine's haunted history is hard to ignore.

Cancelled

Camera and Lenses - Photo Studio

Thu, Aug 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

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.

Social Worker @ the Library

Thu, Aug 27, 4:45pm - 5:15pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Open Lab - Ask A Tech

Thu, Aug 27, 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.

SNAP Assistance

Fri, Aug 28, 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.

Fri, Aug 28, 10:00am - 5:00pm

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

Video Studio Camera and Lens Level 1

Fri, Aug 28, 10:30am - 12:00pm

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.

Fundamentals of 3D Sculpting with Nomad Sculpt

Fri, Aug 28, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

Create a simple 3D sculpt and learn to navigate Nomad Sculpt's workspace and the basics of 3D sculpting.

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Audio Studio - Signal Routing

Fri, Aug 28, 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)

Photo Studio Orientation

Fri, Aug 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

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

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Fundamentals of Filmmaking

Fri, Aug 28, 11:00am - 1:00pm

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!

Video Studio Camera and Lens Level 2

Fri, Aug 28, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

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.

Fri, Aug 28, 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

Device Advice

Fri, Aug 28, 1:30pm - 1:50pm

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.

Device Advice

Fri, Aug 28, 1:50pm - 2:10pm

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.

Conceptos Básicos de Fotografía

Fri, Aug 28, 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.

Cancelled

Fri, Aug 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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.

Device Advice

Fri, Aug 28, 2:10pm - 2:30pm

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.

Game Design - Make a World

Fri, Aug 28, 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.

Cancelled

Microsoft Excel - Automate Tasks

Fri, Aug 28, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

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

Fri, Aug 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

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

Cancelled

Code with Sphero Indi Cars

Fri, Aug 28, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

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

Preschool Storytime

Sat, Aug 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

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.

Sat, Aug 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

Red Room - Second Floor

Learn the basics of coding and computational thinking with Sphero indi, a hands-on robotic car! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Sewing - T-Shirt Quilt (6-Part) - Intermediate Level

Sat, Aug 29, 10:30am - 1:00pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Join us to learn the basics of making a T-shirt quilt and give those well-loved shirts a brand-new life. Your memories deserve better than the back of a drawer!

Registration is now closed

Driver's Education Simulator Orientation & Assessment

Sat, Aug 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

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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Sat, Aug 29, 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.

Toddler Storytime

Sat, Aug 29, 11:00am - 11:30am

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.

Fundamentals of Screenwriting

Sat, Aug 29, 11:00am - 1:00pm

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

Sat, Aug 29, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

If you are new to screenwriting or planning to write a script, this event is just for you!

Melrose Reservation - Video Studio (6 hrs)

Sat, Aug 29, 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.

This event is full

Baby Storytime

Sat, Aug 29, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Papa Bear - First Floor

Build baby’s first literacy skills with songs, rhymes and stories. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Meetups at Melrose: Laugh it Up - Entry Level Stand-up Comedy Technique Series

Sat, Aug 29, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Melrose Rehearsal Space - Second Floor

Have you ever wanted to try stand-up comedy? Now's your chance. This series is designed for adults who want to explore the world of stand-up comedy. (tic101)

Teen Art Adventures: Felt Portraits

Sat, Aug 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Learning Cube - Second Floor

Explore the world of art, experiment with new techniques, and create a masterpiece of your own! Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

VR Learning Stations Orientation

Sat, Aug 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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.

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Tinkercad for Beginners

Sat, Aug 29, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Learn 3D design with Tinkercad by creating and transforming digital shapes. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

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Create a Third-Person Game - Unity - 10 Parts Class Series

Sat, Aug 29, 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.

This event is full

Sat, Aug 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

This 10-part class series covers the essential skills to develop a third-person exploration game in Unity.

Microsoft Excel Level 4 - More Functions & Visual Tools

Sat, Aug 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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.

Code with Lightbot

Sun, Aug 30, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Red Room - Second Floor

Program Lightbot to light up its world. Solve puzzles using sequencing, loops and conditions. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

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Flight Simulator Orientation and Assessment

Sun, Aug 30, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

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

QuickBooks Level 1 - Introduction to QBO Environment

Sun, Aug 30, 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.

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Logic Pro X Level 1 - Fundamentals

Sun, Aug 30, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Audio Learning Lab - Second Floor

Harness the power of Logic Pro X to create amazing music. Explore the interface and begin working with key preferences and controls in this popular application. (tic101)

Improv Three

Sun, Aug 30, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Melrose Stage - Second Floor

This 8-week course explores scene elements and introduces students to short-form improv games. Build necessary performance skills to elevate scenes, characters and storytelling.

Sewing Open Lab

Sun, Aug 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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.

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Introduction to Soldering Basics

Sun, Aug 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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.

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Melrose Reservation - Photo Studio (3 hrs)

Sun, Aug 30, 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.

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Video Studio Orientation

Sun, Aug 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Tour the Melrose Center Video Studio in this introductory class.

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General Orientation for the Melrose Center

Sun, Aug 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Melrose Conference Room - Second Floor

This orientation is your key to accessing the creative and collaborative spaces in the Melrose Center.

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QuickBooks Level 2 - Creating Business Records

Sun, Aug 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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

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Logic Pro X Level 2-Patches and the Channel Strip

Sun, Aug 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Audio Learning Lab - Second Floor

Get your sound right in Logic Pro X. Understand the routing and creation of patches, which is a crucial element in Logic Pro for building your own instruments and sounds. (tic101)

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LEGO® Education Spike™ Prime: Science & Engineering

Sun, Aug 30, 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.

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Create a Third-Person Game - Unity - 10 Parts Class Series

Sun, Aug 30, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Sun, Aug 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

This 10-part class series covers the essential skills to develop a third-person exploration game in Unity.

Sun, Aug 30, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Costura - Introducción a la Máquina de Coser

Mon, Aug 31, 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, Aug 31, 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.

Mon, Aug 31, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

¿Alguna vez quisiste hacer tu propia ropa, decoración, disfraces o accesorios? Únase a nosotros en esta clase de costura básica y aprenda manejar una máquina de coser y cómo hacer costuras básicas.

Microsoft Outlook - Email

Mon, Aug 31, 10:30am - 11:30am

Blue Room - Second Floor

Learn how to use Microsoft Outlook in a web browser. Create, forward, reply, and add attachments to e-mails.

Baby Play & Connect

Mon, Aug 31, 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.

Silhouette Cameo Orientation

Mon, Aug 31, 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.

Melrose Reservation - Photo Studio (3 hrs)

Mon, Aug 31, 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.

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Microsoft Outlook - Calendar

Mon, Aug 31, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Learn how to schedule events and tasks. Set reminders so you do not miss an important meeting or deadline.

Adobe Photoshop - Smoke & Fire Text Effects

Mon, Aug 31, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Make simple text appear sensational! Learn to use filters, adjustment layers and brush tools to create text the appears to be on fire or a cloud of smoke.

Cancelled

Video Studio Camera and Lens Level 1

Mon, Aug 31, 2:00pm - 6:00pm

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.

Mon, Aug 31, 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, Aug 31, 2:30pm - 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.

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Let's Play Dungeons & Dragons - Adventure Begins TTRPG

Mon, Aug 31, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Red Room - Second Floor

Learn to play Dungeons & Dragons with the Adventure Begins TTRPG! Choose a character and work together to face obstacles and defeat monsters. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

Photo Studio Assessment Training - Studio Cameras

Mon, Aug 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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.

3D Printer Orientation

Mon, Aug 31, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

Bring your 3D Design to reality with a 3D Printer at the Makerspace. Learn how to use the slicing software, proper settings on the printer and gain access to our 3D printers in the Makerspace.

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Video Studio Camera and Lens Level 2

Mon, Aug 31, 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.

Code with Minecraft - Adventurer

Tue, Sep 01, 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, Sep 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

Purple Room - Second Floor

Join Alex and Steve on a Minecraft Adventure! Solve code challenges to explore, gather resources, and defeat mobs. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

This event is full

Toddler Storytime: Hello Friends

Tue, Sep 01, 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.

Design Graphics Using Photoshop

Tue, Sep 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

Blue Room - Second Floor

Use the advanced manipulation and blending features of this professional-grade software to design and edit graphics and images. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

Sewing - Bucket Hat (5 Part) - Intermediate Level

Tue, Sep 01, 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.

Tue, Sep 01, 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.

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Toddler Play & Connect

Tue, Sep 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

Papa Bear - First Floor

Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little ones explore imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Audio Studio - Signal Routing

Tue, Sep 01, 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)

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Adobe Premiere Level 3 - Green Screen Editing

Tue, Sep 01, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

Add excitement and life to your movie! Use effects to transform a single angle video into a visually engaging multi-angle piece.

Melrose Reservation - Video Studio (6 hrs)

Tue, Sep 01, 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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Melrose Reservation - Photo Studio (3 hrs)

Tue, Sep 01, 1:00pm - 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

Adobe Premiere Level 4 - Color Correction

Tue, Sep 01, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

Transform the look of your videos using color correction techniques in Premiere Pro! Color Correction is a must-learn skill for everyone involved with filmmaking and video production.

Audio Studio - Microphone Theory Level 1

Tue, Sep 01, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

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)

Crochet - Square of the Month/Cuadrado del Mes - Advanced Level

Tue, Sep 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Build your crochet skills one square at a time. Join us monthly for a new square—come for one class or take them all. By year’s end, you’ll have a cozy blanket made from unique squares.

Macramé Feather Earrings

Tue, Sep 01, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Red Room - Second Floor

Create stylish macrame feather earrings with this beginner’s macrame project! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Women in Science Tea Talks

Tue, Sep 01, 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.

Chess Basics with lichess.org

Tue, Sep 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Learning Cube - 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.

Audio Studio - Microphone Theory Level 2

Tue, Sep 01, 4:00pm - 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)

Microsoft 365 Basics

Tue, Sep 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Discover how you can use Microsoft's powerful productivity tools to connect and collaborate with your team. Learn how to access apps, store and share files.

Tinkercad for Beginners

Tue, Sep 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Learn 3D design with Tinkercad by creating and transforming digital shapes. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Tue, Sep 01, 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.