Come join the coolest new tech club!

Join Whiz Kids, the tech club that creates comics, animates images, mixes music, makes movies, and much more. Ages 6-12.

See what we are doing this week and register by selecting a listing below, or by calling 407.835.7323.

Now at Alafaya Branch, Edgewater Branch, South Creek Branch, Southeast Branch, Southwest Branch, West Oaks Branch, Winter Garden Branch, and Windermere Branch

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Computer classes are free to Library District Resident card holders, Fee card holders, and Orange County Property Owner card holders. Others may attend by paying a $10 fee at time of registration prior to class time. Please register with the child’s library card. A responsible adult or caregiver must accompany children 10 years of age or younger and must stay in close proximity while the child is participating in Whiz Kids.

4:30
PM

Whiz Kids: Create Comic Strips

Tuesday, May 28, 2013 at Edgewater Branch

Put together cool comic drawings using Comic Life. Change layouts, add cartoons, and write a story to make your comic drawings come alive! #whizkids

3:00
PM

Whiz Kids: Computer Explorer

Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at Southwest Branch

Discover the amazing world of computers. Explore the different tasks you can perform with them and even see how they look inside!

3:00
PM

Whiz Kids: Create Basic Spreadsheets

Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at West Oaks Branch

Crunch numbers in Microsoft Excel and learn how to use the tools needed to create a basic spreadsheet.

3:30
PM

Whiz Kids: Create a Cartoon Avatar

Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at Winter Garden Branch

Use the Internet to create a cool 3D-animated cartoon avatar of yourself that can be used all over the Web.

3:30
PM

Whiz Kids: Tell A Story With Digital Media

Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at Southeast Branch

Use a collection of digital media such as photos, narration and music to create a compelling visual story. Turn your story into a video that you can share with family and friends.

4:00
PM

Whiz Kids: Create Comic Strips for Kids

Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at Windermere Branch

Put together cool comic drawings using Comic Life. Change layouts, add cartoons, and write a story to make your comic drawings come alive! Ages 6-12.

4:30
PM

Whiz Kids: Easy Typing

Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at South Creek Branch

Have fun playing games that can help you speed up your typing skills and learn how to position your hands on the keyboard like a pro!

5:15
PM

Whiz Kids: Mix Music for Kids

Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at Windermere Branch

Want to create your very own music mix? Learn how to use Audacity's sound tools to edit and mix audio files like a pro. Ages 6-12.

4:30
PM

Whiz Kids: Mix Music

Thursday, May 30, 2013 at Alafaya Branch

Want to create your very own music mix? Learn how to use Audacity's sound tools to edit and mix audio files like a pro.

3:30
PM

Whiz Kids: Google Earth

Saturday, June 01, 2013 at South Creek Branch

Fly around the globe and view famous world landmarks using Google Earth. Also, go beyond the Earth with Google Sky!

3:00
PM

Whiz Kids: Create 2D Animations

Wednesday, June 05, 2013 at Southwest Branch

Bring your digital artwork to life using CrazyTalk Animator. Animate your comic drawings with crazy animated features such as movement, audio, and realistic backgrounds. Recommended Audience: Kids ages 6-12

3:30
PM

Whiz Kids: Google Earth

Wednesday, June 05, 2013 at Winter Garden Branch

Fly around the globe and view famous world landmarks using Google Earth. Also, go beyond the Earth with Google Sky!

4:30
PM

Whiz Kids: The Virtual Painter

Wednesday, June 05, 2013 at South Creek Branch

Learn how to use an image-editing program to create and modify your very own digital work of art.

12:30
PM

Whiz Kids: Build 3D Models Using Google SketchUp

Thursday, June 06, 2013 at Edgewater Branch

Create and design three-dimensional objects like models of really tall buildings or invent something new! #Whiz Kids

12:30
PM

Whiz Kids: Make 3D Animated Movies

Thursday, June 06, 2013 at Winter Garden Branch

Tell your stories and adventures on the screen! Set the scene with dozens of cool 3D backgrounds and add animated characters and objects, each with its own unique story to tell.

4:30
PM

Whiz Kids: Animated Talking Books

Thursday, June 06, 2013 at Alafaya Branch

Read and interact with popular children's story books, such as Jack and the Beanstalk and The Paper Bag Princess. Play story-related games and puzzles.

11:45
AM

Whiz Kids: Tell a Story with Digital Media

Wednesday, July 10, 2013 at South Creek Branch

Use a collection of digital media such as photos, narration and music to create a compelling visual story. Turn your story into a video that you can share with family and friends.

A $5 late cancellation fee will be charged unless reservations are cancelled by 11:59 pm the day before the class is scheduled. For more information visit www.ocls.info/cancelfee or call 407.835.7323.

Any person requiring special accommodations to participate in any class or program due to a disability may arrange for accommodations by contacting the location at which the event is held at least seven days prior to the event.

 
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