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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 two hours of computer use.

Virtual Event: Shakespeare LIVE!
Registration Required
Monday
August
2
6:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - Learning Central)
Event Categories: Language Learning; History, Culture, Genealogy
Enjoy the witty words and playful romance of Rosalind and Orlando! Read & perform excerpts from William Shakespeare’s delightful comedy! Recommended for teens and adults. Registration required.
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Virtual Event: OCLS Writer's Group
Registration Required
Sunday
August
8
4:00​pm
Online
Event Category: Authors, Books, Writing
Join your fellow writers for critique, discussion, and camaraderie. Writers of all genres and experience are welcome. Please attend one meeting before submitting a piece for critique.
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Virtual Event: Southeast Book Club
Registration Required
Monday
August
9
7:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - Southeast)
Event Category: Authors, Books, Writing
Join us to discuss this month's book selection, The Glass Hotel by Emily St. John Mandel.
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Virtual Event: A Beginners Guide to Querying Agents
Registration Required
Tuesday
August
10
7:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - EPD)
Event Category: Authors, Books, Writing
If you want to publish a novel with a major publisher, you're probably going to need a literary agent. Author Jess Hernandez will discuss how to find and submit to literary agents.
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Virtual Event: Let's Write
Registration Required
Wednesday
August
11
3:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - Alafaya)
Event Category: Authors, Books, Writing
Who wants to write their own short story? Join us as we creatively brainstorm and write a short story together! Recommended for ages 6-8.
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Virtual Event: Tertulia Cuatro Gatos
Spanish Book Club
No Registration Required
Wednesday
August
11
4:30​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - Southeast)
Event Category: Authors, Books, Writing
Join Spanish-language book club to discuss literature, art, music and more related to Latin American culture. Everyone is welcome!
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Virtual Event: Alafaya Book Club
Registration Required
Thursday
August
12
7:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - Alafaya)
Event Category: Authors, Books, Writing
The Alafaya Book Club's August selection is "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen.
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Virtual Event: Finding Your Writing Community
Registration Required
Sunday
August
15
2:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - EPD)
Event Category: Authors, Books, Writing
Author Esme Symes-Smith will discuss online writing communities and how to join them, including finding Critique Partners, curbing your ego, and how working on other people's books can help yours.
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Virtual Event: Sunshine State Jr Book Club
Registration Required
Wednesday
August
18
3:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - Alafaya)
Event Categories: Storytime; Authors, Books, Writing
Hear us read aloud one of the 2021-2022 Sunshine State Jr (K-2) books, and then enjoy an activity! There will be a different book each week. Recommended for ages 6-8.
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Virtual Event: Mayor Buddy's Book Club
Registration Required
Thursday
August
19
4:00​pm
Online
Event Category: Authors, Books, Writing
Engage in a lively discussion and fun activities that focus on "Power Forward" by Hena Khan with Mayor Buddy's Book Club. Recommended for ages 8-12.
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