Scheduled Network Maintenance

We will be performing network maintenance from 7 – 9 a.m. on Sunday, April 19. During this time, you may experience brief interruptions when trying to access library resources.

Upcoming Closed Day for Downtown Library

Due to street closures for the Florida Puerto Rican Parade, the Orlando Public Library will be closed on Saturday, April 25. All other library locations will be open for normal operating hours. View street closures

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.

Winter Garden Knits

A Fiber Arts Meet-up

Registration Required
Saturday April 18 10:15am

Winter Garden Branch (Winter Garden – Technology Lab)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Maker/DIY

Have a knitting project in progress, we’d love to see it! Bring your own work in progress, yarn & tools, ask questions, receive help, give help, share ideas, and meet new people!  

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Registration Required
Saturday April 18 10:15am

South Creek Branch (South Creek – Computer Lab)

Event Categories: Basic Tech Skills; Graphic Design

Bring your design ideas to life with Canva, a free graphic design application. Use thousands of templates to gain inspiration and ideas for your next project.

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No Registration Required
Saturday April 18 10:15am

Winter Garden Branch (Winter Garden – Program Area)

Event Categories: Games & Activities

Join us for a game of chess. Players of all experience levels are welcome. Chess sets are available for play, or bring your own.

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Embroidery – Corner Bookmark

Confident Beginner Level

Registration Required
Saturday April 18 10:30am

Southwest Branch (Technology Classroom)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Maker/DIY

Celebrate National Library Week early by making a felt corner bookmark for your library books!

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Registration Required
Saturday April 18 10:30am

Melrose Center (Photo Studio – Second Floor)

Event Categories: Photography

Tour the Photography Studio and explore the training options available. Learn the studio workflow, procedures and best practices.

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No Registration Required
Saturday April 18 10:30am

Southeast Branch (Southeast – Meeting Room 2)

Event Categories: Language Learning

Speaking Clearly is a pronunciation class for beginners designed to introduce learners to the basics of the sounds of English for pronunciation. Recommended ages 18 & up.

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Registration Required
Saturday April 18 10:30am

Southeast Branch (Southeast – Computer Lab)

Event Categories: Basic Tech Skills

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 Canva.

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Registration Required
Saturday April 18 10:30am

Alafaya Branch (Alafaya – Meeting Room 1)

Event Categories: Education & Learning; Language Learning

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

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No Registration Required
Saturday April 18 10:30am

South Creek Branch (South Creek – Children’s Area)

Event Categories: Animals & Pets

Children can improve their literacy skills by reading to a therapy dog with Golden Retriever Rescue of Mid-Florida. Practice with a furry friend and build your confidence. Recommended for ages 6-12.

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Registration Required
Saturday April 18 10:30am

South Creek Branch (South Creek – Meeting Room 1)

Event Categories: Community & Citizenship; Education & Learning

High school students will earn two hours of community service by completing volunteer tasks at the library. Recommended for ages 13-18.

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