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At this time, the majority of our events and programs are virtual. Occasionally, we may host some in-person events that take place outdoors. Please read event descriptions carefully before registering. Services at all locations are limited to grab-and-go for materials or three hours of computer use.

Virtual Event: Write What You Do, Do What You Write
Registration Required
Saturday
December
4
2:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - EPD)
Event Category: Authors, Books, Writing
Learn how to use past real-life experiences and seek out new ones to create believable settings, characters, and situations from authors Elle E. Ire and José Pablo Iriarte.
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Virtual Event: Vulgar Geniuses Podcast with Robert Jones Jr.
Registration Required
Wednesday
December
8
8:00​pm
Online
Event Category: Authors, Books, Writing
Learn about National Book Award Finalist and New York Times Bestselling author Robert Jones Jr. and his novel "The Prophets" by attending a live recording of The Vulgar Geniuses podcast season finale.
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Virtual Event: Writing for the Middle Grade Audience
Registration Required
Saturday
December
11
2:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - EPD)
Event Category: Authors, Books, Writing
Learn the dos and don'ts of writing for the Middle Grade audience (8-12 years) from George Jreije, author of SHAD HADID AND THE ALCHEMISTS OF ALEXANDRIA.
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Virtual Event: Formatting Your Books for Indie Authors
Registration Required
Saturday
December
18
1:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - EPD)
Event Category: Authors, Books, Writing
If you plan on self-publishing your own books, knowing how to typeset and design the interior is a valuable skill. Author and publisher Valerie Willis will show you how to get started formatting books
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In-Person: Healthy Living for Seniors
Smarter Senior Seminar Series
Registration Required
Wednesday
January
5
10:30​am
Southwest Branch
(Southwest - Meeting Room)
Event Category: Health & Wellness
Nutrition, mental health, and physical activity are key aspects of maintaining a healthy lifestyle as we age. Learn how you can keep healthy through nutrition and physical activity with yoga.
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Virutal: Best Science Fiction & Fantasy Books of 2021
Registration Required
Saturday
January
15
1:30​pm
Online
(Albertson Room)
Event Category: Authors, Books, Writing
What were the standout Science Fiction & Fantasy books of 2021? Join the Orlando Area Science Fiction Society (OASFiS) for their monthly meeting and a discussion of last year's best books.
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Virtual Event: OCLS Writers Conference
Registration Required
Saturday
January
29
10:00​am
Online
Event Category: Authors, Books, Writing
Make 2022 the year you finish and publish a novel. Authors and publishing professionals will teach workshops on both craft and business topics. Registration is required
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In-Person: Livestream Keynote with Survivorman Les Stroud
NEA Big Read: Call of the Wild
Registration Required
Saturday
February
5
2:00​pm
Chickasaw Branch
(Chickasaw - Stage)
Event Category: Authors, Books, Writing
Join us at the Chickasaw branch for a Livestream of the NEA Big Read Keynote with Les Stroud: creator and star of Discovery Channel's "Survivorman".
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Virtual: NEA Big Read Keynote with Survivorman Les Stroud
NEA Big Read: Call of the Wild
Registration Required
Saturday
February
5
2:00​pm
Online
Event Category: Authors, Books, Writing
Les Stroud, creator of the survival TV genre and world explorer tells of his experiences in the wild and shares his new children’s book. NEA Big Read visit: OCLS.INFO/BIGREAD
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In-Person: A Race to Health & Wellness
Celebrate Black History Month
No Registration Required
Saturday
February
19
12:00​pm
Eatonville Branch
Event Categories: Health & Wellness; Community & Citizenship
Connect with community health experts and learn how to live a healthy lifestyle. Health & wellness resources and basic medical screenings will be provided at this family friendly event.
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