Voting at the Library

Primary Election Early Voting and Election Day voting will take place at select OCLS locations. Early Voting will be held from Monday, August 3 to Sunday, August 16, 2026, from 9 a.m.–7 p.m., and Election Day voting will take place Tuesday, August 18, 2026, from 7 a.m.–7 p.m. During this time, you may notice increased activity at participating locations and parking may be limited. Learn more about voting at the library

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.

Meet the Book Bike

@ Lake Eola

No Registration Required
Sunday August 2 10:00am

Offsite

Event Categories: Authors, Books, Writing

The book bike will be near the Lake Eola playground with a collection of books available for checkout and a storytime at 10:30am.

Farmer’s Market Storytime @ Lake Eola

Presented by OCLS’ Professional Storytelling Troupe

No Registration Required
Sunday August 2 10:30am

Offsite

Event Categories: Storytime

Storytime is the right time for family time. Reading together is a wonderful way to bond and learn from one another. Bring your families together for fun stories that are designed for all ages.

Registration Required
Sunday August 2 1:00pm

Online (Virtual Melrose Classroom 1)

Event Categories: Graphic Design

Get a firm grasp on what AI is, how it works, and its ethics. We’ll explore AI models that can elevate your everyday life, and how to write prompts for best results.

Sunday August 2 1:30pm

Melrose Center (Game Development Lab / Simulators Combined – Second Floor)

Event Categories: Vehicle Simulator

Learn to fly with a professional flight simulator using realistic flight controls. Instruction will cover the use of the equipment and software. (tic101)

Python Programming Basics Level 1

Introduction to Python

Registration Required
Sunday August 2 1:30pm

Orlando Public Library (Blue Room – Second Floor)

Event Categories: Coding & Robotics

Get started with the easy to learn Python programming language! Print quick results on your screen as you work with operators and variables. Learn how to identify and fix common errors.

Sunday August 2 1:30pm

Melrose Center (Audio Production Studio – Second Floor)

Event Categories: Melrose Studio Reservation

Audio Studio reservations can be made by Melrose members with Audio Studio access credentials. For more information on how to become a member of the Melrose Center, visit melrose.ocls.org.

Registration Required
Sunday August 2 1:30pm

Orlando Public Library (Purple Room – Second Floor)

Event Categories: Coding & Robotics

Write real code. Explore the JavaScript programming language with characters from Star Wars. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Adobe After Effects Level 3

Motion Graphics & Titles

Registration Required
Sunday August 2 1:30pm

Melrose Center (Melrose Classroom – Second Floor)

Event Categories: Video Production

Raise your video production value with motion graphic elements. Animate lower-third titles by using After Effect’s shape layers, solid layers, masks, type tool and anchor point tool.

Registration Required
Sunday August 2 1:30pm

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.

Registration Required
Sunday August 2 2:00pm

Orlando Public Library (Fiber Arts Studio – Second Floor)

Event Categories: Life Skills; Maker/DIY

Bring your sewing projects to the Orlando Public Library. The tools are here for you. Participants are required to bring their own materials. Machine sewing skills are required.