First-Time Home Buyer Workshop

Thu, May 01, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Chickasaw - Co-Working Room 2

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.info/socialworker.

Thu, May 01, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Lab

Celebrate Jewish Heritage Month with Israel's state flower, the Anemone coronaria—intermediate level for adults ages 18 and up.

Registration is now closed

Adobe Illustrator Fundamentals

Thu, May 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Each session is themed and playfully uses yoga and imagination to teach early learners social-emotional skills, support cognitive development and enhance creativity. Recommended for ages 3–5.

Registration is now closed

Thu, May 01, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Create logos, advertisements, marketing flyers and other illustrations with ease using vector tools. Learn to draw and manipulate simple and custom shapes, brush strokes, and text in unique ways.

Registration is now closed

Microsoft 365 Basics

Fri, May 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

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.

Open Lab - Microsoft 365 Basics (Practice)

Fri, May 02, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Practice 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.

Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine

Fri, May 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Chickasaw - Lab

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

READing Paws

Sat, May 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Stage

The Reading Education Assistance Dogs® [R.E.A.D.] program improves children’s reading and communication skills by employing a powerful method: reading to a therapy dog. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Snack Around the World: Israel - Jewish Heritage Month

Sat, May 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Treat yourself to tasty snacks from a land far away! We'll learn about a Israeli culture and sample the yummiest snacks it has to offer. Registration required. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Quilling Cards

Mon, May 05, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Lab

Unleash your creativity with paper quilling and transform strips of paper into delightful works of art. For ages 18 and up. Registration required.

This event is full

Hora de Cuentos - Spanish Storytime

Mon, May 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Ayude a su hijo a desarrollar habilidades clave de alfabetización temprana a través de la música, el movimiento e historias en esta hora de cuentos en español. Recomendado para edades de 3 a 5 años.

Google Workspace Nivel 1 - Google Docs

Mon, May 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

¿Tiene problemas con Microsoft Office? Prueba Google Workspace, ¡Una alternativa gratuita! Aprenda a escribir y editar documentos como cartas, folletos y currículums con Google Docs.

Open lab - Google Workspace Nivel 1 (Práctica) - Google Docs

Mon, May 05, 4:45pm - 5:45pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Práctica a escribir y editar documentos como cartas, folletos y currículums con Google Docs.

Mon, May 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Workstation Open Lab - Adobe Creative Cloud (CC) Access

Tue, May 06, 10:15am - 10:40am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

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.

Tue, May 06, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Workstation Open Lab provides free access to industry-leading design and editing software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, AE, and more. Available to use and experiment with!

Tue, May 06, 10:45am - 11:10am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

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.

Tue, May 06, 11:15am - 11:30am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

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.

Tue, May 06, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Taught by a certified ESOL instructor from the Adult Literacy League and focuses on developing various aspects of literacy.

Crochet Level 1

Tue, May 06, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Chickasaw - Lab

Start crocheting today! Learn basic techniques while creating your first project, a bookmark for your favorite read. Techniques include creating a slip knot, chaining, and single crochet stitches.

This event is full

Clean the World: Free Shower Service

Tue, May 06, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Chickasaw - Lab

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.

Cancelled

Wed, May 07, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Clean the World's mobile showers will provide service for customers who do not have access to clean water or bathrooms. Hygiene kits will be provided while supplies last.

Google Workspace Level 1 - Google Docs

Wed, May 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Microsoft Office getting you down? Try Google Workspace, a free alternative! Learn how to type and edit documents like letters, flyers, and resumes using Google Docs.

Aloha!

Wed, May 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

We're having a party and you are invited! Kids will participate in stories and activities to celebrate our 50th state. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Open Lab - Google Workspace Level 1 (Practice) - Google Docs

Wed, May 07, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Practice how to type and edit documents like letters, flyers, and resumes using Google Docs.

Spanish Conversation

Wed, May 07, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Develop your Spanish language skills through conversation. Conversational topics and themed vocabulary will be provided. Recommended for adults.

Thu, May 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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.info/socialworker.

Thu, May 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Lab

Celebrate Jewish Heritage Month with Israel's state flower, the Anemone coronaria—intermediate level for adults ages 18 and up.

English Conversation Hour

Thu, May 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Each session is themed and playfully uses yoga and imagination to teach early learners social-emotional skills, support cognitive development and enhance creativity. Recommended for ages 3–5.

Plant Clinic

Thu, May 08, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Chickasaw - Ask at Desk

Bring your plants and ask questions! Master Gardener Volunteers from the UF/IFAS Orange County Extension Office will be available to answer your gardening questions.

Basic English 2

Thu, May 08, 1:00pm - 1:55pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Thu, May 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.

Adobe Illustrator Level 1

Thu, May 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Turn scanned drawings into sleek vector graphics. Apply several design techniques and use common editing tools to trace and color artwork as well as manage objects and layers.

Open Lab - Adobe Illustrator Level 1 (Practice)

Thu, May 08, 4:45pm - 5:45pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Practice how to turn scanned drawings into sleek vector graphics. Apply several design techniques and use common editing tools to trace and color artwork as well as manage objects and layers.

Reading Clearly for Beginners

Fri, May 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Reading Clearly Beginners explores English grammar and vocabulary for comprehension and vocabulary development.

Device Advice

Sat, May 10, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Chickasaw - Stage

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.

Paint Date with Mom

Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Celebrate Mother's Day exploring creative painting ideas for bonding and fun! Registration required. Recommended for families.

This event is full

Sewing Open Lab

Sat, May 10, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Chickasaw - Lab

Come and sew at the Chickasaw Branch and bring your sewing projects. All the tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own materials. Machine sewing skills are required.

This event is full

Trivia At The Library - The Office

Sat, May 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Scranton’s calling: join us for a hilarious afternoon of "The Office" trivia. Test your knowledge of every iconic moment. Ages 18 and up. Registration required.

Comrades and Coffee

Mon, May 12, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

A chance for our local veterans to meet and connect with each other, share stories and experiences. Family members of military service are welcome as well. Coffee and snacks provided.

Google Workspace Nivel 2 - Google Sheets

Mon, May 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

¿Tiene problemas con Microsoft Office? Prueba Google Workspace, Navegue por hojas de cálculo con confianza y explore herramientas útiles como funciones, gráficos y formato condicional.

Open Lab - Google Workspace Nivel 2 (Práctica) - Google Sheets

Mon, May 12, 4:45pm - 5:45pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Práctica a navegar por hojas de cálculo con confianza y explore herramientas útiles como funciones, gráficos y formato condicional.

Origami Earrings

Mon, May 12, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Chickasaw - Lab

Learn to create unique earrings with traditional Japanese paper folding techniques. Recommended for adults. Registration required.

This event is full

Mon, May 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Workstation Open Lab - Adobe Creative Cloud (CC) Access

Tue, May 13, 10:15am - 10:40am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

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.

Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Workstation Open Lab provides free access to industry-leading design and editing software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, AE, and more. Available to use and experiment with!

Tue, May 13, 10:45am - 11:10am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

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.

Tue, May 13, 11:15am - 11:30am

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.

Crochet Level 2 - Beginner Level

Tue, May 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Taught by a certified ESOL instructor from the Adult Literacy League and focuses on developing various aspects of literacy.

Tue, May 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Chickasaw - Lab

Level up your crocheting. Learn how to create more open fabric with new stitches. Techniques include chaining up rows, as well as double and half double crochet stitches.

Google Workspace Level 2 - Google Sheets

Tue, May 13, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Chickasaw - Lab

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.

Wed, May 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Microsoft Office getting you down? Try Google Workspace, a free alternative! Navigate spreadsheets confidently and explore useful tools like functions, charts, and conditional formatting.

May Flowers

Wed, May 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Listen to stories and engage in hands-on science activities to learn about flowers and plants. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Open Lab - Google Workspace Level 2 (Practice) - Google Sheets

Wed, May 14, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Practice navigating spreadsheets confidently and explore useful tools like functions, charts, and conditional formatting.

Spanish Conversation

Wed, May 14, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Develop your Spanish language skills through conversation. Conversational topics and themed vocabulary will be provided. Recommended for adults.

Cancelled

Thu, May 15, 10:00am - 6:00pm

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.info/socialworker.

Thu, May 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Lab

Celebrate Jewish Heritage Month with Israel's state flower, the Anemone coronaria—intermediate level for adults ages 18 and up.

Adobe Illustrator Level 2

Thu, May 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Each session is themed and playfully uses yoga and imagination to teach early learners social-emotional skills, support cognitive development and enhance creativity. Recommended for ages 3–5.

Thu, May 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Design professional-looking stationery using Adobe Illustrator. Create and arrange text and image assets and use masks, transparency, and blending modes to create eye-catching designs.

Open Lab - Adobe Illustrator Level 2 (Practice)

Thu, May 15, 4:45pm - 5:45pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Practice how to create and arrange text and image assets and use masks, transparency, and blending modes to create eye-catching designs.

Sewing - Super Mario Plushie - Confident Beginner

Fri, May 16, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Chickasaw - Lab

Create a fun sewing project. Describe the project and skills learned. Students are required to bring fabric.

This event is full

Chickasaw Book Club - Our Missing Hearts: a novel by Celeste Ng

Sat, May 17, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Join the Chickasaw Book Club to discuss Our Missing Hearts: A Novel by Celeste Ng. This group is all about enjoying good books and great company.

Introductory English Course

Sat, May 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Chickasaw - Lab

This course is designed for students who have very little or no English experience. Start from the beginning with letter sounds, syllables, and basic vocabulary.

Open Language Lab

Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Explore and learn English (ESOL) or the language of your choice in an open lab environment. Learn and practice using one of the available programs.

Understanding Medicare - An Overview of the U.S. Healthcare Program

Mon, May 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Lab

This program provides an overview of Medicare, explaining its structure and the various coverage options available to beneficiaries.

Sensory Storytime

Mon, May 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Co-Working Room 2

Promote your child's literacy and learning in a welcoming storytime specially designed for kids with sensory integration challenges. Registration is required. Recommended for families.

Google Workspace Nivel 3 - Google Slides

Mon, May 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

¿Tiene problemas con Microsoft Office? Prueba Google Workspace, ¡Una alternativa gratuita! Deje que su creatividad brille y cree presentaciones dinámicas y de aspecto profesional.

Open Lab - Google Workspace (Práctica) - Google Slides

Mon, May 19, 4:45pm - 5:45pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Práctica como crear presentaciones dinámicas y de aspecto profesional.

Mon, May 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Workstation Open Lab - Adobe Creative Cloud (CC) Access

Tue, May 20, 10:15am - 10:40am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

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.

Tue, May 20, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Workstation Open Lab provides free access to industry-leading design and editing software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, AE, and more. Available to use and experiment with!

Tue, May 20, 10:45am - 11:10am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

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.

Tue, May 20, 11:15am - 11:30am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

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.

Crochet in the Round - Beginner Level

Tue, May 20, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Taught by a certified ESOL instructor from the Adult Literacy League and focuses on developing various aspects of literacy.

Tue, May 20, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Chickasaw - Lab

Add to your project possibilities by crocheting in the round! Create amigurumi, hats, bowls and more. Learn how to create circles with increase stitches and use stitch markers to track your work.

Google Workspace Level 3 - Google Slides

Tue, May 20, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Chickasaw - Lab

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.

Wed, May 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Microsoft Office getting you down? Try Google Workspace, a free alternative! Let your creativity shine and create dynamic, professional looking presentations.

It's All Groovy

Wed, May 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Who's the cool cat on the street? Learn basic concepts with sing-along stories and activities inspired by Pete the Cat. Recommended for ages 3-5.

Open Lab - Google Workspace Level 3 (Practice) - Google Slides

Wed, May 21, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Practice how to create dynamic, professional looking presentations using Google Slides.

Spanish Conversation

Wed, May 21, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Develop your Spanish language skills through conversation. Conversational topics and themed vocabulary will be provided. Recommended for adults.

Thu, May 22, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Chickasaw - Co-Working Room 2

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.info/socialworker.

Thu, May 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Lab

Celebrate Jewish Heritage Month with Israel's state flower, the Anemone coronaria—intermediate level for adults ages 18 and up.

English Conversation Hour

Thu, May 22, 11:00am - 11:30am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Each session is themed and playfully uses yoga and imagination to teach early learners social-emotional skills, support cognitive development and enhance creativity. Recommended for ages 3–5.

Basic English 2

Thu, May 22, 1:00pm - 1:55pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

This class is designed for students with a high-beginner to intermediate level of English. Continue to practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Thu, May 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

A series of workshops in which students can practice their English speaking and listening skills. Recommended for those with a basic understanding of English.

Adobe Illustrator Level 3

Thu, May 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Explore the benefits of having a defined and consistent visual design style. Use a variety of tools and techniques to apply styles such as watercolor, flat, outline and more.

Open Lab - Adobe Illustrator Level 3 (Practice)

Thu, May 22, 4:45pm - 5:45pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Practice and explore the benefits of having a defined and consistent visual design style. Use a variety of tools and techniques to apply styles such as watercolor, flat, outline and more.

Reading Clearly for Beginners

Fri, May 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Reading Clearly Beginners explores English grammar and vocabulary for comprehension and vocabulary development.

Hand Sewing Sashiko - Asanoha (Hemp Leaf) Moyosahi Version - Yarnfiti Stitched Together Space Series

Sat, May 24, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Chickasaw - Lab

Learn sashiko hand sewing techniques that form geometric patterns from simple running stitches. Create beautiful designs layer-by-layer while learning to mark and sew these geometric designs.

This event is full

Family Art Adventures: Memorial Day Poppies - Celebrate Memorial Day

Sat, May 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Pop in to paint poppies. Discover the meaning and history of the poppy as the symbol of Memorial Day. Then create your own masterpiece. Recommended for families.

Sonia Delaunay Art

Sat, May 24, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Learn about Jewish artist Sonia Delaunay and create your own Delaunay masterpiece. Ages 18 and up. Registration required.

Cancelled

Mon, May 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Workstation Open Lab - Adobe Creative Cloud (CC) Access

Tue, May 27, 10:15am - 10:40am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

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.

Open Playtime

Tue, May 27, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Stage

Let your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends during unstructured play time with activities that promote sharing, taking turns, and having fun!. Recommended for families.

Tue, May 27, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

Workstation Open Lab provides free access to industry-leading design and editing software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, AE, and more. Available to use and experiment with!

Tue, May 27, 10:45am - 11:10am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

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.

Tue, May 27, 11:15am - 11:30am

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

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.

Tapestry Crochet - Sun - Confident Beginner

Tue, May 27, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Taught by a certified ESOL instructor from the Adult Literacy League and focuses on developing various aspects of literacy.

Tue, May 27, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Chickasaw - Lab

Dive into the world of Tapestry Crochet! Learn how to read a grid to create a tapestry design using the single crochet stitch.

Tue, May 27, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Chickasaw - Lab

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.

Open Lab - Google Apps

Wed, May 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

Chickasaw - Technology Classroom

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

Seeds of Kindness

Wed, May 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Chickasaw - Combined Meeting Room

Plant seeds of kindness and watch them grow! Attendees will learn about the importance of seeds and kindness through stories, songs, and activities. Recommended for children ages 18-36 months.

Thu, May 29, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Chickasaw - Co-Working Room 2

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.info/socialworker.