Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Closure

Orange County Library System will be closed Sunday, January 18 and Monday, January 19, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. The library system will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, January 20. View a complete list of holiday closures

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Classes & Events

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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 Lillian Louise Pharr Endowment Fund and OCLS Present

An evening with Author Nicholas Sparks

Registration Required
Saturday January 17 7:30pm

Orlando Public Library

Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing

Enjoy an evening with bestselling author Nicholas Sparks, whose novels have sold 105 million copies and inspired hit films. Note: No book sale or signing.

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Registration Required
Sunday January 18 2:30pm

Orlando Public Library

Event Categories: Education & Learning; General Events; Health & Wellness; Life Skills

Let’s explore Florida’s fascinating night sky. We’ll discuss the best stargazing spots along with everything you’ll need for a great view. Recommended 18 and up. Registration required.

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Registration Required
Monday January 19 9:00am

West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center

Event Categories: Community & Citizenship

Walk with the West Oaks Branch in the City of Ocoee’s MLK Day Parade. All ages are welcome!

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Tuesday January 20 10:00am

Online (Virtual Melrose Classroom 1)

Event Categories: Graphic Design

No time to learn Photoshop? Use the free Express app to intuitively and quickly create all the graphics you need.

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Social Worker @ the Library

By Appointment Only

No Registration Required
Tuesday January 20 10:00am

Hiawassee Branch

Event Categories: Community & Citizenship

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.

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Social Worker @ the Library

By Appointment Only

No Registration Required
Tuesday January 20 10:00am

Orlando Public Library

Event Categories: Community & Citizenship

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.

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Social Worker @ the Library

By Appointment Only

No Registration Required
Tuesday January 20 10:00am

Southeast Branch

Event Categories: Community & Citizenship

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.

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No Registration Required
Tuesday January 20 10:15am

Southeast Branch (Southeast – Meeting Room 2)

Event Categories: Education & Learning; Language Learning

This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar. Recommended for ages 18 & up.

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No Registration Required
Tuesday January 20 10:15am

West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center (West Oaks – Sarchet Community Room)

Event Categories: Storytime

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.

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Tuesday January 20 10:15am

Eatonville Branch (Eatonville – Meeting Room)

Event Categories: Health & Wellness

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.

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