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Registration opens:
November 01st, 2026

Balloon Art - Balloon Snowman / Muñeco de Nieve con Globos

Beginner Level
2026-12-14 11:15:00 2026-12-14 13:15:00 America/New_York Balloon Art - Balloon Snowman / Muñeco de Nieve con Globos Build a cheerful snowman with balloons. Add personality to your creation with playful shapes and charming details to make this winter favorite come to life. Orlando Public Library - Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Monday, December 14
11:15am - 1:15pm

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Orlando Public Library

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Build a cheerful snowman with balloons. Add personality to your creation with playful shapes and charming details to make this winter favorite come to life.

  • Class Duration: 2 hours
  • Age Requirements: 13-Adult
  • Required Skills: fine motor skills, okay to work with balloons; please be aware that these balloons contain latex.
  • Materials Fee: None
  • Out of District Fee: $10 (includes class and materials fees)

    ¡Dale forma a un simpático muñeco de nieve con globos! Combina formas y detalles encantadores para crear un personaje lleno de personalidad inspirado en el invierno.

    • Duración de la Clase: 2 horas
    • Edad Requerida: 13-Adulto
    • Prerrequisito Recomendado: Ninguno
    • Habilidades Requerida: Alguien que este bien trabajando con globos. Tenga en cuenta que los globos contienen latex.
    • Costo por Materiales: Ninguno
    • Costo Fuera del Distrito: $10 (incluye costo de materiales y clase)

    AGE GROUP: | Adults |

    EVENT TYPE: | Maker/DIY | Arts & Crafting |

    TAGS: | tec101 | fibertic | fiberarts | espanol | bb-fiber-arts |

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    Orlando Public Library is the headquarters and resource center for the Orange County Library System. The library has been located at this site since its beginnings as the Albertson Public Library in 1923. Public Reference Departments in Orlando Public Library include Children’s, Library Central, and Learning Central. The Children’s Library offers spacious areas, special programs, computers and story rooms for our youngest readers and readers to be. The Dorothy Lumley Melrose Center for Technology, Innovation and Creativity is located on the second floor. The Friends of the Library Third Floor Bookstore is open daily and recycles withdrawn and donated books to the community.

     

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    Mon, Oct 19, 10:00am - 5:00pm
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    Melrose Reservation - Audio Studio (6 hrs)
    Mon, Oct 19, 11:00am - 5:00pm
    Audio Production Studio - Second Floor
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    Melrose Reservation - Video Studio (4 hrs)
    Mon, Oct 19, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
    Video Production Studio - Second Floor
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    Sewing Open Lab
    Mon, Oct 19, 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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    Explore Algodoo Physics
    Mon, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
    Purple Room - Second Floor
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    Basic Photography Concepts
    Mon, Oct 19, 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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    xTool Laser Cutter and Engraver Orientation
    Mon, Oct 19, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
    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.
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    Social Worker @ the Library - By Appointment Only
    Tue, Oct 20, 10:00am - 5:00pm
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    Build LEGO® Video Games
    Tue, Oct 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
    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.
    Toddler Storytime: Peek-a-Moo!
    Tue, Oct 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
    Papa Bear - First Floor
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    Be Safe Online
    Tue, Oct 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
    Blue Room - Second Floor
    Learn safety tips and good practices when using the Internet. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
    Sewing - Cricut Design Space Maker
    Tue, Oct 20, 10:30am - 12:30pm
    Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor
    Ready to make your ideas stick? Learn the basics of Cricut Design Space as you create, print, cut, and weed a simple vinyl design.
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    Makerspace Open Lab
    Tue, Oct 20, 10:30am - 6:30pm
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    Tue, Oct 20, 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.
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    Tue, Oct 20, 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.
    Adobe After Effects Level 1 - Animation Basics
    Tue, Oct 20, 11:00am - 12:30pm
    Melrose Classroom - Second Floor
    Learn the basics of animation in this Adobe After Effects starter class. Explore compositions, layers, keyframes, and motion paths by creating a bouncing ball animation.
    Adobe After Effects Level 2 - Intermediate Animation
    Tue, Oct 20, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
    Melrose Classroom - Second Floor
    Create a spectacular celestial video animation using a few stills and Adobe After Effects. Learn how to import footage, set up a composition, and animate layers using keyframes.
    BandLab Songwriting: Rhythm
    Tue, Oct 20, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
    Purple Room - Second Floor
    Create your own rhythm tracks in BandLab applying the elements of Rhythm! Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.
    Logic Pro X Level 1 - Fundamentals
    Tue, Oct 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
    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)
    Code with Swift Playgrounds
    Tue, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
    Learning Cube - Second Floor
    Discover programming through interactive puzzles that make learning the Swift programming language fun. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.
    How to Make Green Screen Videos
    Tue, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
    Video Learning Lab - Second Floor
    Want to add some excitement to your movie? Learn how to make green screen videos at the Melrose Center. This class will show students how to light and shoot a green screen movie.
    Tinkercad for Beginners
    Tue, Oct 20, 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.
    Logic Pro X Level 2-Patches and the Channel Strip
    Tue, Oct 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
    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)
    Social Worker @ the Library - By Appointment Only
    Wed, Oct 21, 10:00am - 5:00pm
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    LEGO® Education Spike™ Prime: Science & Engineering
    Wed, Oct 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
    Learning Cube - 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.
    Bilingual Preschool Storytime: My Community/Mi Comunidad
    Wed, Oct 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
    Papa Bear - First Floor
    Preschoolers will explore stories, songs, and rhymes in English and Spanish to strengthen language, early literacy, and pre-reading skills. Recommended for ages 3–5.
    Sim and Game Development Open Lab
    Wed, Oct 21, 10:30am - 12:30pm
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    Microsoft Excel Level 1 - Creating Spreadsheets
    Wed, Oct 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
    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.
    Sewing - Threading a Serger
    Wed, Oct 21, 10:30am - 12:30pm
    Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor
    Sergers can perform many different types of stitches as long as you know how to thread them properly. Learn to thread paths for upper and lower loopers, and for both needles.
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    xTool Laser Cutter and Engraver Orientation
    Wed, Oct 21, 10:30am - 12:30pm
    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
    Melrose Reservation - Audio Studio (4 hrs)
    Wed, Oct 21, 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.
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    Adobe After Effects Level 3 - Motion Graphics & Titles
    Wed, Oct 21, 11:00am - 12:30pm
    Melrose Classroom - Second Floor
    Raise your video production value with motion graphic elements. Animate lower-third titles by using After Effect's shape layers, solid layers, masks, type tool and anchor point tool.
    Melrose Reservation - Photo Studio (3 hrs)
    Wed, Oct 21, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
    Photo Studio - Second Floor
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    Microsoft Excel Level 2 - Finalizing & Securing Spreadsheets
    Wed, Oct 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
    Red Room - Second Floor
    Customize and organize worksheets with sheet names, color coding, headers, themes, and more. Protect your worksheets with a password and learn how to print your data.
    Homeschool Junior: Nocturnal Nature
    Wed, Oct 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    Papa Bear - First Floor
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    LEGO® Digital Designs
    Wed, Oct 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    Purple Room - Second Floor
    Build your custom LEGO® designs on the computer with this easy-to-use free software. Print instructions or share your builds with friends online. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.
    Adobe After Effects Level 4 - Animate in 3D Space
    Wed, Oct 21, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
    Melrose Classroom - Second Floor
    Take animation to the third dimension! Discover how to use 3D Layers, 3D cameras and Z-space to create the illusion of depth and motion with still photographs.
    Maker Workshop: Design a Rubber Stamp
    Wed, Oct 21, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
    Makerspace - Second Floor
    Learn how you can use a laser cutter to create your own custom-made rubber stamp. 
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    Flight Simulator Orientation and Assessment
    Wed, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
    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.
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    Costura - Introducción a la Máquina de Coser
    Wed, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
    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.
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    Microsoft Excel Level 3 - Functions & Automated Features
    Wed, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
    Red 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.
    District 10 Office Hours - Representative Frost
    Wed, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
    Community Relations - Ask at Desk
    An opportunity for legislative teams to meet directly with constituents to assist with general questions or concerns.
    Fiber Arts Junior: Friendship Bracelets
    Wed, Oct 21, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
    Learning Cube - Second Floor
    Learn to weave your own friendship bracelet! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required. 
    This event is full
    Microsoft Excel Level 4 - More Functions & Visual Tools
    Wed, Oct 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
    Red Room - Second Floor
    Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately. Visually represent your data with recommended charts. Analyze data by using functions like COUNT.
    Let's Play Dungeons & Dragons - Forge Your Hero
    Wed, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
    Blue Room - Second Floor
    Bring your Dungeons & Dragons character to life in 3D with Hero Forge! Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.
    Access Assessment - Video Studio
    Wed, Oct 21, 4:15pm - 4:45pm
    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.
    Advanced Foamsmithing – Decorative Skull
    Wed, Oct 21, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
    Makerspace - Second Floor
    Learn how to make and paint your own decorative skull for the Spooky Season!
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    Spooky Macrame Keychain - Adult Craft Time
    Wed, Oct 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
    Albertson Room - Third Floor
    Make a spooky themed macrame keychain. Registration required. Ages 18+
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    VR Learning Stations Orientation
    Wed, Oct 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
    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
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    Character Movement for Actors
    Wed, Oct 21, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
    Students learn to use physicality to create strong, believable characters. These classes are taught by Melrose Performing Arts instructors.
    Cancelled
    Code with ScratchJr
    Wed, Oct 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
    Learn the basics of computer science with the ScratchJr app and bring stories to life with code. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
    Access Assessment - Audio Studio
    Wed, Oct 21, 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.
    Access Assessment - Photo Studio
    Wed, Oct 21, 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.
    Access Assessment - Video Studio
    Wed, Oct 21, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
    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.
    Downtown Book Club - 1776 by David McCullough
    Wed, Oct 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
    Magnolia Room - Third Floor
    Join the Downtown Book Club at the Orlando Public Library to discuss 1776 by David McCullough. Ages 18 and up. Registration required.
    Access Assessment - Audio Studio
    Wed, Oct 21, 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.
    Access Assessment - Photo Studio
    Wed, Oct 21, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
    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.
    Social Worker @ the Library - By Appointment Only
    Thu, Oct 22, 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.
    BandLab Songwriting: Melody
    Thu, Oct 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
    Blue Room - Second Floor
    Create your own melody tracks in BandLab applying the same tricks the pros use! Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.
    Makerspace Open Lab
    Thu, Oct 22, 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.
    Melrose Reservation - Audio Studio (4 hrs)
    Thu, Oct 22, 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.
    Photo Studio Orientation
    Thu, Oct 22, 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.
    This event is full
    Melrose Reservation - Video Studio (6 hrs)
    Thu, Oct 22, 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.
    Video: Shooting Video with DSLR Camera
    Thu, Oct 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
    Video Learning Lab - Second Floor
    Did you know you could use a DSLR camera to record videos? Learn how to master your DSLR camera to shoot high-quality videos to play on your television or mobile device.
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    Improve Your Job Interview Skills - Job Seekers Series
    Thu, Oct 22, 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.
    Melrose Reservation - Photo Studio (2 hrs)
    Thu, Oct 22, 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.
    This event is full
    Acting for the Camera Level 1
    Thu, Oct 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
    Video Learning Lab - Second Floor
    Whether you want to improve your public speaking skills, enhance your on-camera skills or are curious about the world of acting for video, this class is for you.
    Hazardous History & Mocktails - Dangerous Sports
    Thu, Oct 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
    Albertson Room - Third Floor
    Hazardous History: Very Extreme Sports reveals when common sports were far riskier. From dangerous golf and violent hockey to Olympic live pigeon shooting, sports have changed dramatically over time.
    Escape Room Junior: Monster Library Mystery
    Thu, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
    Papa Bear - First Floor
    Hunt for clues, crack puzzles, and join forces to figure out the mystery. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
    Create Comics
    Thu, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
    Purple Room - Second Floor
    Create your own comic using Comic Life. Write a story, change layouts, and add images to make your comic come alive! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
    Design Graphics Using Photoshop
    Thu, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
    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.
    Audio Studio Orientation
    Thu, Oct 22, 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)
    Cancelled
    Photo Studio Assessment Training - Studio Equipment
    Thu, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
    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.
    QuickBooks Level 1 - Introduction to QBO Environment
    Thu, Oct 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
    Red Room - Second Floor
    Learn the basic features and explore the environment of QuickBooks Online. Get started in efficiently organizing your business finances.
    Knitting in the Round - Double Pointed Needles - Intermediate Level
    Thu, Oct 22, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
    Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor
    Knit hats, socks and sweaters with ease on circular knitting needles. Create a bracelet, while learning how to make stretchy edges, join your work in the round, and work with multiple needles at once.
    Acting for the Camera Level 2
    Thu, Oct 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
    Video Learning Lab - Second Floor
    Students will be introduced to basic terms and directions used on film and video sets. They will put these terms into practice as they rehearse and record a short scene.
    SNAP Assistance
    Fri, Oct 23, 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.
    Social Worker @ the Library
    Fri, Oct 23, 10:00am - 5:00pm
    Our social worker is on-site to meet with library customers and assist with social and government services.
    Sewing - Fun Pumpkin Table Runner (4-Part) - Intermediate Level
    Fri, Oct 23, 10:30am - 12:30pm
    Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor
    Bring a little Halloween fun to your table with a festive pumpkin-inspired table runner!
    Registration is now closed
    Microsoft Outlook - Email
    Fri, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
    Purple Room - Second Floor
    Learn how to use Microsoft Outlook in a web browser. Create, forward, reply, and add attachments to e-mails.
    Video Studio Camera and Lens Level 1
    Fri, Oct 23, 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.
    Podcast Booth Fundamentals
    Fri, Oct 23, 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
    3D Printer Orientation
    Fri, Oct 23, 11:00am - 1:00pm
    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.
    This event is full
    Microsoft Outlook - Calendar
    Fri, Oct 23, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
    Purple Room - Second Floor
    Learn how to schedule events and tasks. Set reminders so you do not miss an important meeting or deadline.
    Video Studio Camera and Lens Level 2
    Fri, Oct 23, 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.
    Audio Studio - Microphone Theory Level 1
    Fri, Oct 23, 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)
    This event is full
    Makerspace Open Lab
    Fri, Oct 23, 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.
    Design Graphics Using Photoshop
    Fri, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
    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.
    Audio Studio - Microphone Theory Level 2
    Fri, Oct 23, 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)
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    DaVinci Resolve: Fusion FX
    Fri, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
    Melrose Classroom - Second Floor
    Use DaVinci Resolve's Fusion page for professional video green screen compositing and motion tracking.
    Preschool Storytime
    Sat, Oct 24, 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.
    Let's Learn a Language - Arabic
    Sat, Oct 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
    Red Room - Second Floor
    Make friends around the globe by learning a new language. Use immersive online library resources to learn a new language today. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
    Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine - Beginner Level
    Sat, Oct 24, 10:30am - 12:30pm
    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.
    This event is full
    Sim and Game Development Open Lab
    Sat, Oct 24, 10:30am - 12:30pm
    Visitors can use our workstations, VR Learning Stations, game development equipment, and simulators to work on projects, experiment, practice, or simply explore the technology at their own pace.
    Makerspace Open Lab
    Sat, Oct 24, 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, Oct 24, 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.
    Melrose Reservation - Audio Studio (6 hrs)
    Sat, Oct 24, 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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    Video Studio Orientation
    Sat, Oct 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
    Video Production Studio - Second Floor
    Tour the Melrose Center Video Studio in this introductory class.
    General Orientation for the Melrose Center
    Sat, Oct 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
    LED Wall - Second Floor,Melrose Rehearsal Space - Second Floor
    This orientation is your key to accessing the creative and collaborative spaces in the Melrose Center.
    Baby Storytime
    Sat, Oct 24, 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.
    Melrose Reservation - Video Studio (4 hrs)
    Sat, Oct 24, 1:00pm - 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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    Driver's Education Simulator Orientation & Assessment
    Sat, Oct 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
    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.
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    Pro Tools Level 1: Edit Window
    Sat, Oct 24, 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 Club
    Sat, Oct 24, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
    Magnolia Room - Third Floor
    Discover the game of chess while having fun and making friends. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
    Unreal Engine - Create a Third-Person Game - 6 Parts Class Series
    Sat, Oct 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
    Melrose Classroom - Second Floor
    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.
    Pro Tools Level 2: Mix Window and MIDI
    Sat, Oct 24, 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.
    LEGO® WeDo™ Build a Robotic Bee
    Sun, Oct 25, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
    Learning Cube - Second Floor
    Build and program a LEGO ® Robotic Bee with WeDo ™. Learn how technology plays an active role in our everyday life. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
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    Melrose Reservation - Audio Studio (4 hrs)
    Sun, Oct 25, 1:30pm - 5:30pm
    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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    Flight Simulator Orientation and Assessment
    Sun, Oct 25, 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.
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    Basic Photography Concepts
    Sun, Oct 25, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
    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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    Melrose Reservation - Video Studio (4 hrs)
    Sun, Oct 25, 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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    Pumpkin Frame Layered Wood Art  
    Sun, Oct 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
    Makerspace - Second Floor
    Create your own haunted house scene painted in a pumpkin frame.  
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    Chess Meetup
    Sun, Oct 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
    Red Room - Second Floor
    Join us for a game of chess. All experience levels are welcome and chess sets are available for play. Recommended for all ages.
    An Alfred Hitchcock Retrospective - Film 101
    Sun, Oct 25, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
    Albertson Room - Third Floor
    Join us for the next installment of Film 101 where we'll explore the life and career of Alfred Hitchcock. Ages 18+. Registration required.
    LEGO® Education Spike™ Essentials: Carnival Games
    Sun, Oct 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
    Learning Cube - Second Floor
    Construct, play and improve carnival games with LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essentials. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required. 
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    The Improviser’s Narrative Kingdom – A Comedy Show
    Sun, Oct 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
    Melrose Stage - Second Floor
    Get ready for an afternoon of laughter, creativity, and unpredictable fun! The Subjects of the Kingdom bring a blend of Comedy, Storytelling, and Improv to the stage.
    Unreal Engine - Create a Third-Person Game - 6 Parts Class Series
    Sun, Oct 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
    Melrose Classroom - Second Floor
    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.
    Fundamentals of Sound for Audio Engineering
    Sun, Oct 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
    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)
    Photo Studio : Constant Lighting
    Sun, Oct 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
    Photo Studio - Second Floor
    Learn how to create strong, polished images using constant lighting in the studio!
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    Social Worker @ the Library - By Appointment Only
    Mon, Oct 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.
    Baby Storytime
    Mon, Oct 26, 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, Oct 26, 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 (4 hrs)
    Mon, Oct 26, 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.
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    Photo Lighting: Glamor
    Mon, Oct 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
    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!
    xTool Laser Cutter and Engraver Orientation
    Mon, Oct 26, 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.
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    Melrose Reservation - Video Studio (4 hrs)
    Mon, Oct 26, 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.
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    Open Lab - Ask A Tech
    Mon, Oct 26, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
    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.
    Photo Studio Orientation
    Mon, Oct 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
    Photo Studio - Second Floor
    Tour the Photography Studio and explore the training options available. Learn the studio workflow, procedures and best practices.
    Sewing Open Lab
    Mon, Oct 26, 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.
    Microsoft Word Level 4 - Mail Merge
    Mon, Oct 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
    Blue Room - Second Floor
    Contact your mailing list with ease. Use the Mail Merge wizard to create personalized letters and emails.
    Explore with Google Earth
    Mon, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
    Purple Room - Second Floor
    Explore the globe and view famous world landmarks using Google Earth. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
    Video Studio Lighting Techniques
    Mon, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
    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.
    Photo Composition
    Mon, Oct 26, 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.
    3D Printer Orientation
    Mon, Oct 26, 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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    Ask a Lawyer: Family Law - Presented by The Orange County Bar Association
    Mon, Oct 26, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
    Albertson Room - Third Floor
    The Orange County Bar Association will host an open forum for individuals to speak with a panel of attorneys to get guidance on Family Law.
    Access Assessment - Audio Studio
    Mon, Oct 26, 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.
    Access Assessment - Audio Studio
    Mon, Oct 26, 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.
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