National Library Week is an annual celebration organized by the American Library Association to encourage people to read and support their libraries. This year marks the 60th anniversary of the celebration and this year’s theme is “Libraries Lead.”
You can participate in National Library Week on April 8–14 at the Orange County Library System by attending special events, signing up for a library card, participating in our Instagram Photo Challenge, and sharing with us how the library has supported your interests or goals on social media using the hashtag #loveocls.
Contest:
Celebrate National Library Week with WonderWorks!
All Locations: April 8–14
Celebrate National Library Card week with a free ticket to WonderWorks! Any Orange County resident that signs up for a new library card during National Library Week (April 8–14, 2018) will receive a ticket for free admission to WonderWorks.
This promotion is open to all ages during the week of April 8–14, 2018. While supplies last. Offer valid for in-person, new card registration only. Offer is not valid for library card renewal. Tickets are not valid for Saturday admission to WonderWorks. Tickets expire April 2019.
Special Events:
The Central Florida Ballet Presents: Alice in Wonderland
Orlando Public Library, Library Central
Sunday, April 8, 2 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.
Join Alice on a nonsensical adventure. The Central Florida Ballet will perform scenes from their presentation of Alice in Wonderland. This performance was created through a joint collaboration between former Cirque du Soleil artists and choreographers of the Central Florida Ballet.
From Pages to Plate
Orlando Public Library, Cypress Room
Monday, April 9, 6:15 p.m.
Wednesday, April 11, 6:15 p.m.
Did you know the hit television show Game of Thrones was inspired by fantasy novel series A Song of Fire and Ice by George R. R. Martin? In honor of National Library Week, Chef Farah Davids will recreate recipes inspired by these classic novels in a two-part, “cook your book” series. Space is limited. Registration required.
The Business of Writing Books
Orlando Public Library, Albertson Room
Tuesday, April 10, 6:30 p.m.
You wrote your book – now it’s time to share it with the world! Author Kerry Evelyn will discuss what she’s learned from her experiences with indie publishing and help you plan out and establish a timeline for setting up your business and getting your book published. A comprehensive checklist of writing, marketing and business tasks will be provided.
So You Want to be Published?
Alafaya Branch
Wednesday, April 11, 7 p.m.
Interested in having your writing out in the world with a traditional publisher? Author Lauren Gibaldi will discuss the publishing process, including querying, acquiring a literary agent, working with publishers and more.
Bad Art Afternoon: Library Edition
Washington Park Branch
Thursday, April 12, 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Celebrate National Library Week with Bad Art Afternoon: Library Edition. Flaunt your “artistic” skills as you create library inspired art.
Seeing-Is-Believing: Adult Vision Board
West Oaks Branch
Thursday, April 12, 6–7:30 p.m.
What long or short term goals are you working towards this year? Choose the perfect picture or quote to help you stay motivated as you work on your daily, weekly, monthly or annual goals!
Melrose in the Mix: Live Recording Session Sean Shakespeare
Orlando Public Library, Melrose Center
Friday, April 13, 3:30 p.m.
Join us for a unique live recording performance in the Melrose Center Audio Studio. In association with Swamburger Presents, we welcome Second Subject recording artist Sean Shakespeare, who will perform original material from his recently released album Bloodline. Experience live recording sessions first hand at Melrose in the Mix. Sign up your seat at ocls.info/melroseinthemix.
