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Classes and events are virtual and in-person. Registration is strongly encouraged for in-person events, attendance may be limited.
The Haunted History of Florida
With Historian Christopher Daley
Wednesday
October
7
11:00am
Orlando Public Library (Albertson Room – Third Floor)
Event Categories: General Events; History, Culture, Genealogy
Experience the darker side of the Sunshine State with historian Christopher Daley. This multimedia presentation explores historic hauntings and ghostly legends from right here in Florida.
Registration Required
Wednesday
October
7
1:00pm
Orlando Public Library (Papa Bear – First Floor)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Education & Learning; History, Culture, Genealogy
Learning comes alive! Explore the world through crafts, experiments, and hands-on activities. Recommended for ages 6-12.
canceled
Registration Required
Wednesday
October
7
1:00pm
Event Categories: History, Culture, Genealogy
Not sure how to begin your family tree or stuck and unsure what to do next? Discover effective tools, smart methods, and proven techniques to break through roadblocks and keep your genealogy moving.
canceled
Registration Required
Wednesday
October
7
2:30pm
Event Categories: History, Culture, Genealogy
Learn how state censuses can fill gaps between federal census years, reveal family movements, and uncover valuable details about your ancestors’ lives and communities.
canceled
Registration Required
Wednesday
October
7
4:00pm
West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center
Event Categories: Cooking & Food; History, Culture, Genealogy
Treat yourself to tasty snacks from a land far away! Each month we’ll learn about a different culture and sample the yummiest snacks it has to offer. Registration required. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Registration Required
Thursday
October
8
9:00am
Online (Virtual Room – West Oaks)
Event Categories: History, Culture, Genealogy
A one-on-one session that will permit you to speak to our Genealogist Lisa and work on your family tree. Wherever you are, West Oaks Library will be there for you!
Registration Required
Thursday
October
8
10:05am
Online (Virtual Room – West Oaks)
Event Categories: History, Culture, Genealogy
A one-on-one session that will permit you to speak to our Genealogist Lisa and work on your family tree. Wherever you are, West Oaks Library will be there for you!
Registration Required
Thursday
October
8
11:10am
Online (Virtual Room – West Oaks)
Event Categories: History, Culture, Genealogy
A one-on-one session that will permit you to speak to our Genealogist Lisa and work on your family tree. Wherever you are, West Oaks Library will be there for you!
canceled
Registration Required
Thursday
October
8
1:00pm
Event Categories: History, Culture, Genealogy
Gold Rush Fever gripped generations. Explore the 1849 California rush, the Klondike, and more. Learn how these events shaped migration, fortunes, failures, and your ancestors’ stories.
canceled
Registration Required
Friday
October
9
4:00pm
West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center
Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing; History, Culture, Genealogy
Join distinguished archaeologist and historian Judith A. Bense for an engaging talk about her book Early Spanish Florida: Unearthing the History of America’s Oldest Colony.
