Open Mic: The Voice of Melrose

Melrose Reservation - Photo Studio (2 hrs)

Thu, Apr 09, 10:00am - 5:00pm

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

Create Comics

Thu, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

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.

Makerspace Open Lab

Thu, Apr 09, 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.

Sewing Open Lab

Thu, Apr 09, 10:30am - 2:30pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

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

Thu, Apr 09, 10:30am - 12:30pm

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.

Build & Perfect Your Resume - Job Seekers Series

Thu, Apr 09, 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

Thu, Apr 09, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Transform your unique talents and experiences into a career-launching masterpiece! Learn how to craft a resume. Ages 18 & up. Registration required.

Rock Painting For Seniors - Adult Craft Time

Thu, Apr 09, 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

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

Thu, Apr 09, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Palm Room - Third Floor

Celebrate Spring and paint a rock. Registration Required. Ages 18+

Registration is now closed

Microsoft 365 Basics

Thu, Apr 09, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

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.

Photo Lighting: Gels

Thu, Apr 09, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

From just adding a hint of color to highlight your subjects hair to changing the color of an entire background, learning to use color gels will help you add some dimension to any photoshoot.

Design Graphics Using Photoshop

Thu, Apr 09, 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.

Logical Quest with the Zoombinis

Thu, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Red Room - Second Floor

Exercise your brains by completing a series of logic-based puzzles and go on an adventure with the Zoombinis! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Masterpiece Junior: Fabergé Eggs

Thu, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Papa Bear - First Floor

Discover the world of art! Together, we'll learn something new, get inspired, and create a masterpiece. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

This event is full

Microsoft Excel Level 3 - Functions & Automated Features

Thu, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Purple 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.

Camera and Lenses - Photo Studio

Thu, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

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.

Thu, Apr 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

Explore our lens collection, gain knowledge on how to choose the right lens for the photos you're taking, and cover the basic differences between camera types and how they function.

This event is full

Microsoft Excel Level 4 - More Functions & Visual Tools

Thu, Apr 09, 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.

Thu, Apr 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Purple 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.

SNAP Assistance

Fri, Apr 10, 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, Apr 10, 10:00am - 5:00pm

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

Canva Projects - Presentations

Fri, Apr 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Blue Room - Second Floor

Create visually appealing and effective presentations. Dive into thousands of free Canva presentation templates. Once you have selected a template, edit it with ease and implement Canva elements.

Audio Studio - Signal Routing

Fri, Apr 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm

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)

3D Design and Printing with Moment of Inspiration

Fri, Apr 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

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

This event is full

Sewing - Hobo Handbag (4-Part) - Confident Beginner

Fri, Apr 10, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Let's make your own tote bag. These bags are great for the summer fashion and fun. Mix and match patterns and colors. Students must bring their own fabric. See description for details.

Registration is now closed

Canva Projects - Social Media

Fri, Apr 10, 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.

Fri, Apr 10, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Grab your viewers' attention by creating eye-catching posts, videos, and more. Utilize Canva's powerful social media management features to schedule, publish and track your content.

Basic Photography Concepts

Fri, Apr 10, 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

Fri, Apr 10, 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!

This event is full

Makerspace Open Lab

Fri, Apr 10, 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.

MakeCode Arcade: Pixel Art

Fri, Apr 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Create the pixel art for a game shark attack with Microsoft MakeCode Arcade! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

YouTube Live Production

Fri, Apr 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Melrose Rehearsal Space - Second Floor,Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Start making YouTube videos using live production techniques.

This event is full

Product Photography Level 1

Fri, Apr 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

Take professional photos for your website, catalog or flyers. Learn how to take crisp and clear commercial images of your products to make them more appealing to your customers.

Shelfie Ready for National Library Week

Fri, Apr 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Albertson Room - Third Floor

Learn about different ways to decorate your bookshelf and get shelfie ready to celebrate National Library Week. Registration required. Ages 18+

Preschool Storytime

Sat, Apr 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

Papa Bear - First Floor

The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.

Catch 'Em All Club

Sat, Apr 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Magnolia Room - Third Floor

Meet Pokémon enthusiasts to battle and trade cards with! Recommended for families.

Spring Photo Walk at the Melrose - Two Day Event

Sat, Apr 11, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

Interested in photographing the Downtown Orlando area? Join us for this two-day series starting with a guided photo walk of the DTO area.

Video Studio Camera and Lens Level 1

Sat, Apr 11, 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.

Toddler Storytime

Sat, Apr 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

Papa Bear - First Floor

The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

Melrose Reservation - Audio Studio (6 hrs)

Sat, Apr 11, 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.

This event is full

Sewing - Introduction to the Sewing Machine

Sat, Apr 11, 11:00am - 1:30pm

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

QuickBooks Level 1 - Introduction to QBO Environment

Sat, Apr 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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

Baby Storytime

Sat, Apr 11, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Papa Bear - First Floor

The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.

Get Your Non-Profit Noticed - Get Yourself Listed with Candid

Sat, Apr 11, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Get more visibility for your nonprofit. Create a Candid Profile and get your organization listed in over 200+ charitable sites. Recommended 18 and up. Registration required.

QuickBooks Level 2 - Creating Business Records

Sat, Apr 11, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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

Video Studio Camera and Lens Level 2

Sat, Apr 11, 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.

Blender Workspace Fundamentals - Blender Essentials Class

Sat, Apr 11, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

Create a Robotic Hand and learn to navigate Blender's workspace, manipulate 3D objects, and the 3D content creation pipeline.

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Fundamentals of Sound for Audio Engineering

Sat, Apr 11, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

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)

Makerspace Open Lab

Sat, Apr 11, 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.

Study Buddy Collective

Sat, Apr 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Papa Bear - First Floor

Exam season is quickly approaching, but no need to struggle alone! Bring your notes, highlighters (and friends!) for a study session and overcome procrastination together. Recommended for ages 13-18.

Family Fun: Chess

Sat, Apr 11, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Magnolia Room - Third Floor

Join us for a game of chess. All experience levels are welcome and chess sets are available for play. Recommended for families.

Dungeons & Dragons at the Library Meetup for Adults

Sat, Apr 11, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Albertson Room - Third Floor

Have you ever wanted to play Dungeons & Dragons? Now’s your chance! Join us, adventurers, on our next quest! Recommended 18 and up. Registration recommended.

This event is full

Cinematography: Lookup Tables

Sat, Apr 11, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Create film and video looks and apply them in camera for on-set preview using Lookup Tables, or LUTs.

Photo Studio Orientation

Sat, Apr 11, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

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

Podcast Booth Fundamentals

Sat, Apr 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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.

Rescheduled

Podcast Booth Fundamentals

Sat, Apr 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

New date Saturday, April 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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.

Second Saturday Improv Show

Sat, Apr 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Melrose Stage - Second Floor

Join us the second Saturday of each month at the Melrose Center for this fun filled rollercoaster of laughs featuring improv actors from the Orlando Improv Community.

Character Modeling Fundamentals - Blender Essentials Class

Sat, Apr 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

Create the base of a stylized 3D character and learn some of the most commonly used tools, techniques, and concepts involved with polygonal modeling in Blender.

Cinematography: Resolve Live

Sat, Apr 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Video Learning Lab - Second Floor

Learn how to live grade video on location with DaVinci Resolve connected to a camera.

Access Assessment - Photo Studio

Sat, Apr 11, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

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

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Access Assessment - Photo Studio copy

Sat, Apr 11, 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.

Code with Code Studio

Sun, Apr 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Explore computer science with some of your favorite characters in Hour of Code tutorials. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Sewing Open Lab - Sewing-Crochet-Knitting

Sun, Apr 12, 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.

This event is full

Sun, Apr 12, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

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

Texturing Fundamentals - Blender Essentials Class

Sun, Apr 12, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

Texture a six-sided die and learn the most commonly used tools, techniques, and concepts related to texturing in Blender.

Photo Studio Equipment Training - For Access Assessment

Sun, Apr 12, 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

Sun, Apr 12, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

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

Improv Two

Sun, Apr 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Melrose Rehearsal Space - Second Floor

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

This event is full

General Orientation for the Melrose Center

Sun, Apr 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

LED Wall - Second Floor

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

This event is full

Florida Explorers: Geocaching

Sun, Apr 12, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Magnolia & Palm Room - Combined - Third Floor

Discover how to treasure hunt through GPS with this popular outdoor hobby. Ages 18+ Registration recommended.

3D Printer Orientation

Sun, Apr 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

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.

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Computer Basics Level 1 - Getting Started with Windows

Sun, Apr 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Get up and running with computers. Learn how to navigate the computer desktop and how to perform various techniques in manipulating windows using basic mouse and keyboard techniques.

LEGO® Education Spike Prime: Science & Engineering

Sun, Apr 12, 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.

This event is full

Melrose Reservation - Photo Studio (2 hrs)

Sun, Apr 12, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

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

Character Rigging Fundamentals - Blender Essentials Class

Sun, Apr 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Melrose Classroom - Second Floor

Create a rig for animating a 3D character's arm and learn the most commonly used tools, techniques, and concepts related to Rigging in Blender.

Computer Basics Level 2 - Creating & Saving Files

Sun, Apr 12, 4:15pm - 5:15pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Get your computer skills racing. Learn how to create, rename, delete, and organize files and folders on your computer.

Audio Studio - Signal Routing

Mon, Apr 13, 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, Apr 13, 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, Apr 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm

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)

Baby Play & Connect

Mon, Apr 13, 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.

Introduction to Blender for 3D Printing

Mon, Apr 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Makerspace - Second Floor

An introductory course to Blender open source 3D creation software and how to use it for 3D Printing in the Makerspace.

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Sense Reality for Actors

Mon, Apr 13, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Melrose Rehearsal Space - Second Floor

This class teaches students to endow reality onto objects too difficult or dangerous to be physically used on stage. These classes are taught by Melrose Performing Arts instructors.

Coding Concepts Level 1 - Visual Studio Code Editor

Mon, Apr 13, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Begin your journey into the world of coding. Learn to use the Visual Studio Code editor to write coding languages like HTML, CSS, JavaScript or even Python.

How to Make Green Screen Videos

Mon, Apr 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Video Production Studio - 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.

Balloon Art - Balloon Sunflower / Girasol de Globos - Beginner Level

Mon, Apr 13, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Create a vibrant sunflower made with balloons in this inspiring workshop. Bring your creativity and leave with a beautiful balloon sunflower! Materials will be provided. Recommended for adults 18+.

Mon, Apr 13, 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

Basic Photography Concepts

Mon, Apr 13, 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.

This event is full

Sewing Open Lab

Mon, Apr 13, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

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

Mon, Apr 13, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

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!

This event is full

iPad - Basics

Mon, Apr 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

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

Bring Your Art to Life with AR

Mon, Apr 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Red Room - Second Floor

Color a magic page, then use the Quiver app to bring it to life with games and augmented reality. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Silhouette Cameo Orientation

Mon, Apr 13, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

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.

iPad - Productivity

Mon, Apr 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Get organized with your iPad. Learn to create and edit events, reminders, lists and notes with Calendar, Reminders and Notes apps.

Photo Composition

Mon, Apr 13, 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.

Toddler Storytime: Happy Smiles

Tue, Apr 14, 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, Apr 14, 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.

Digital Sculpting

Tue, Apr 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Purple Room - Second Floor

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

Sewing – Zero Waste Adjustable Skirt (4 Part) - Intermediate Level

Tue, Apr 14, 10:30am - 1:00pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

This zero-waste skirt always fits, is highly customizable, and does not require a pattern. Students are required to bring fabric.

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Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1

Tue, Apr 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Blue Room - Second Floor

Identify the basic features and tools to get you started. Learn how to create a presentation by using templates, text, and picture files.

Toddler Play & Connect

Tue, Apr 14, 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.

Melrose Reservation - Audio Studio (6 hrs)

Tue, Apr 14, 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.

This event is full

Microsoft PowerPoint Level 2

Tue, Apr 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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

Melrose Reservation - Photo Studio (3 hrs)

Tue, Apr 14, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

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

Access Assessment - Video Studio

Tue, Apr 14, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

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.

Basic Internet Safety - Senior Skills

Tue, Apr 14, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Don't get scammed! It is important to learn how to be safe and secure with your information while you are online. Build confidence as you visit websites, create passwords, and respond to email.

Access Assessment - Video Studio

Tue, Apr 14, 1:45pm - 2:15pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Crochet Bright Stripes Halter Top (3 Parts) Eng/Spa - Confident Beginner Level

Tue, Apr 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Add color to your wardrobe while learning to crochet a Halter Top! In this creative class, you'll work with vibrant yarn scraps and create a beautiful garment, perfect for warm days and summer looks.

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Let's Play Dungeons & Dragons - Create Your Character

Tue, Apr 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Red Room - Second Floor

Learn to create a Dungeons & Dragons character with D&D Beyond! Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

Video Studio Control Room 1

Tue, Apr 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Shoot and cut video like a pro. Learn advanced video recording techniques such as live Chroma keying and PTZ remote camera.

Synthesizer Fundamentals

Tue, Apr 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Audio Learning Lab - Second Floor

Synthesize your sound. Use source, modifier and controller modules to create and manipulate audio signals. (tic101)

LEGO® Digital Builds

Tue, Apr 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Purple Room - Second Floor

Create custom LEGO® builds on the computer with this easy-to-use free software. Print instructions or share your builds with friends online. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Building Character for Actors

Tue, Apr 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Melrose Rehearsal Space - Second Floor

Learn to build the character you are playing using your lived experience. These classes are taught by Melrose Performing Arts instructors.

Video Studio Control Room 2

Tue, Apr 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Set the midground, foreground and background images for a television production. Learn advance ATEM technique, communicate with talents via clear-com headsets, and operate light remotely.

Design Graphics Using Photoshop

Tue, Apr 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

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.

Access Assessment - Photo Studio

Tue, Apr 14, 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 - Photo Studio

Tue, Apr 14, 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.

LEGO® Education Spike Prime: Science & Engineering

Wed, Apr 15, 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, Apr 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm

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.

Bilingual Preschool Storytime: On the Farm

Wed, Apr 15, 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.

Game Development Open Lab

Wed, Apr 15, 10:30am - 12:30pm

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

Sewing - Soup Bowl Cozy (2 Part) - Confident Beginner

Wed, Apr 15, 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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Wed, Apr 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Fiber Arts Studio - Second Floor

Here’s an easy-to-make solution to burnt fingers and spilled soup. Protect hands and furniture from hot soup, chili, and oatmeal with this easy sewing project. Great for yourself or as a gift.

xTool Laser Cutter and Engraver Orientation

Wed, Apr 15, 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 - Photo Studio (2 hrs)

Wed, Apr 15, 11:30am - 1:30pm

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.

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Video Studio Orientation

Wed, Apr 15, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Video Production Studio - Second Floor

Tour the Melrose Center Video Studio in this introductory class.

Homeschool Junior: Librarian For a Day

Wed, Apr 15, 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.

Create Animated GIFs

Wed, Apr 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

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

Video Studio Camera and Lens Level 1

Wed, Apr 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

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.

Costura - Introducción a la Máquina de Coser

Wed, Apr 15, 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.

LEGO® WeDo™ Build a Race Car

Wed, Apr 15, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Red Room - Second Floor

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

Driver's Education Simulator Orientation & Assessment

Wed, Apr 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Game Development Lab / Simulators Combined - Second Floor

Learn to drive with the Ultra Driving Simulator in realistic road conditions. Practice safety and defensive driving. Instruction will cover the use of the equipment and software. (tic101)

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Photo Lighting: Basic Portrait

Wed, Apr 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Photo Studio - Second Floor

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

Let's Learn a Language [Arabic]

Wed, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Purple 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.

Adobe Photoshop Level 1 - Editing Tools

Wed, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Blue Room - Second Floor

Learn about the functionality of Photoshop and explore the environment. Become familiar with using the Brush, Eraser, Selection, Move, and Crop tools.

Video Studio Camera and Lens Level 2

Wed, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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.

Introduction to Soldering Basics

Wed, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

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.

Improv Two

Wed, Apr 15, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Melrose Rehearsal Space - Second Floor

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

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Wed, Apr 15, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

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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Photo Studio Q&A

Wed, Apr 15, 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!

Game Design - Make a World

Wed, Apr 15, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

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.

Introduction to LED Video Walls

Wed, Apr 15, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

LED Wall - Second Floor

Using the new LED Wall at the Melrose Center as a case study, learn about the components of a system as well as talk about the types of LED walls.