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NEA Big Read is Coming to OCLS
One of the most unbeatable things about reading is that every now and then our passion for it is renewed by something unusual, or unique, or just exceptionally good. That is the opportunity Big Read offers. The NEA Big Read is a grants program, managed by Arts Midwest, which annually supports approximately 75 dynamic community…
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Sunshine State Author Series: A Conversation with Zack Loran Clark & Nick Eliopulos
Zack Loran Clark and Nick Eliopulos are the co-authors of The Adventurers Guild, winner of the Sunshine State Young Readers Award for grades 6â8. The Adventurers Guild tells the story of two best friends as they battle monsters to protect one of the last surviving cities in the world. Zack and Nick will visit the Fairview Shores Branch…
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From the Director, October 2019
October is one of my favorite months at the library. All month long, we focus on hosting fun, safe events that your whole family can enjoy together. If you need Halloween costume inspiration, find it in our sewing studios, where our instructors will teach you to make your own original witch hats and superhero capes.…
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DĂa de los Muertos: Q&A with Dr. Beatriz Reyes-Foster
What is DĂa de los Muertos all about? Dr. Beatriz M. ReyesâFoster, Associate Professor & Graduate Coordinator of Anthropology at UCF, presents DĂa de los Muertos at Alafaya Branch on Saturday, October 12, 11 a.m. Learn about the history, art and cultural importance of this often-misunderstood holiday. Weâve all seen the beautiful sugar skull art represented…
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BizKids
In 2017, Orange County Library System unveiled a new series of camps called âBizKidsâ which teach entrepreneurship and business skills to youth. The camps provide students with opportunities to develop a business idea, run a storefront and learn office software. Combining these creative skills with the business skills needed to plan, finance, market and sell…
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From the Director, September 2019
Itâs well known that Mark Twain once said that the secret to getting ahead is getting started. But how do you even get started if you donât know where to begin? One good place to start would be the library. Say your goal is to build your savings so you can buy a new home…
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A Maker with a Purpose
Orlando entrepreneur and activist Victoria Walsh, affectionately known as MacramĂ© Momma, teaches the joy of making through the art of macramĂ©. Victoria guides students in the creation of classic plant hangers, delicate earrings and intricate wall hangings through engaging workshops. From their first knot to the completion of their unique project, she patiently introduces each…
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Local Wanderer: Experience More of Orlando With Your Library Card
You already know your library card means adventure. Dive into the pages of a book youâve borrowed and youâre off to other worlds. Adventure, though, can be right around the corner and now Orange County Library System (OCLS) is going to help you find it with our Local Wanderer program. Largely inspired by New York…
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Mini Book Fair Q&A
The Herndon Branch will be hosting their first-ever Mini Book Fair on Saturday, August 10. Donât let the name of this event fool you â book nerds and scribblers alike will find plenty of literary enrichment with three local authors making appearances. Katy Yocom is an associate director at the School of Creative and Professional…
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From the Director, August 2019
Itâs always hard to believe when August rolls around that summer is just about over. Summer is the busiest time of year at our libraries, and this summer has been one for the books! In July, we celebrated serving 100,000 free meals to children through our annual partnership with Orange County Public Schools and its…
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