ORANGE COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM MULTIPLE BRANCH SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

The Joy Luck Club Teen Book Discussion

When: Saturday, May 25, 2013 - 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Herndon Branch at Herndon - Meeting Room 1

Discuss the strength of generations as we explore the two worlds of Chinese and American cultures becoming one with an interactive teen book discussion of Amy Tan’s The Joy Luck Club. Ages 13-18. #BigRead13

The Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.

TechKrew: Teen Hangout

When: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Orlando Public Library at Blue Room

Would you like to further explore a topic or idea covered in one of our classes? Join the crew and dig a little deeper.

Teen Tai Chi with Suzy Chan

When: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Orlando Public Library at Library Central

Focus, Fitness and Fun! Gain the skills Tai Chi has for your everyday life with this interactive program and presentation for teens. Ages 13-18. #BigRead13

The Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.

SRP: Beneath the Surface Movie and Craft

When: Saturday, June 01, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Windermere Branch at Windermere - Meeting Room

We're going beneath the surface. Join us for an otherworldly movie and craft.

Mayor Buddy's Book Club - Discussion Group

When: Monday, June 03, 2013 - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Orlando Public Library at Children's Department

Mayor Buddy’s Book Club is a group especially for students in 5th through 8th grade. Come to talk, meet other book club members, share experiences, and have fun. To register for the club and find out what we are reading visit mayor.ocls.info. This club meets every Monday.

Teen Gaming @ OCLS

When: Monday, June 03, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Hiawassee Branch at Hiawassee - Meeting Room

Teens, if gaming is your thing, come get your game on at the library! Ages 13-18.

SRP: Orlando City Soccer

When: Tuesday, June 04, 2013 - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: Southeast Branch at Southeast - Meeting Room 2

Meet players from the Lions for an energetic Q and A, photo and autograph session!

Mayor Buddy's Book Club Celebration

When: Wednesday, June 05, 2013 - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Orlando Public Library at Library Central

Join Mayor Buddy's Book Club's to celebrate our completion of our latest book. Come to talk, meet other book club members, share experiences, have fun, win prizes and be there for the announcement of our next Book Club book. To register for the club, visit http://mayor.ocls.info.

Science Cafe: Experiments in Microgravity

When: Tuesday, June 11, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Where: Orlando Public Library at Library Central

Imagine doing science while zipping around the earth at 17 thousand miles per hour. Learn what it takes to design an experiment to be run in microgravity, and effects of zero gravity and low gravity on you and the things around you. Join us for an interactive presentation by Luke B. Roberson, Ph.D., systems engineer for NASAs Kennedy Space Center. He is responsible for designing, building, verifying, and validating science experiments for the International Space Station. Teens and families with children at least in 4th grade and up, join us for a new Science Cafe on the second Tuesday of each month. Registration recommended. Call 407.835.7323 to register. #science #srp

SRP: Welcome to the Underworld

When: Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Orlando Public Library at Club Central

Are you brave enough to find out what really lurks beneath the surface? Ages 13-18. #SRP

SRP: Beneath the Surface Movie and Craft

When: Thursday, June 13, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Hiawassee Branch at Hiawassee - Meeting Room

We're going beneath the surface. Join us for an otherworldly movie and craft. Ages 13-18.

SRP: Wii Love Gaming

When: Thursday, June 13, 2013 - 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Eatonville Branch at Eatonville - Meeting Room

If you love gaming like we love gaming, come get your game on at the library! Join us for action-packed fun with the Nintendo Wii and more! Ages 6-12.

SRP: Creating Character Workshop

When: Saturday, June 15, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Alafaya Branch at Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Grab a sketch book and create a cartoon, comic book or children's book character from your imagination with help from children’s author and illustrator, Ethan Long!

Nerdfighter Meetup

When: Saturday, June 15, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Alafaya Branch at Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Come hang out with fellow nerdfighters! Create neat crafts, talk about fun books, and make friends! As always, don't forget to be awesome!

SRP: Teen Battle of the Bands

When: Saturday, June 15, 2013 - 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where: Orlando Public Library at Library Central

Everyone is invited to rock out after hours at the Orlando Public Library! The best local bands will perform their hearts out for the title of winner of the Orange County Library’s 10th annual Teen Battle of the Bands. Sponsored by Sam Ash, and OrlandoBands.com.

Teen Filmmaking Club

When: Sunday, June 16, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Alafaya Branch at Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Have you ever wanted to create a movie of your own? Are you a budding Steven Spielberg? If so, check out Alafaya’s Teen Filmmaking Club! In this two-part program, you’ll learn how to use professional video equipment and software to film and edit your masterpiece. This event was made possible by YALSA and the Best Buy Donation Program. Ages 13 and up.

SRP: Painting Remix

When: Monday, June 17, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Where: Windermere Branch at Windermere - Meeting Room

Grab a soda bottle, paper tubes, and bottle caps for an art remix. Unleash your inner artist at this creative recycled painting party!

SRP: Beneath the Surface Movie and Craft

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Eatonville Branch at Eatonville - Meeting Room

We're going beneath the surface. Join us for an otherworldly movie and craft

SRP: How to Survive a Gnome Attack

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Orlando Public Library at Club Central

Learn to defend yourself when the little lawn warriors decide to strike. These gnomeproofing tips and creations could save your life! Ages 13-18. #SRP

SRP: Wii Love Gaming

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: South Trail Branch at South Trail - Meeting Room 2

If you love gaming like we love gaming, come get your game on at the library! Join us for action-packed fun with the Nintendo Wii and more! Ages 6-12.

SRP: Don't Hold Your Breath

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Eatonville Branch at Eatonville - Meeting Room

Giant squids, cuttlefish, horseshoe crabs, mermaids, and underwater aliens,it's a weird water world beneath the surface. Dive in for aquatic inspired activities.

SRP: Animanga

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: Orlando Public Library at Club Central

Are you an anime and manga fan? If so, join us to interact with other teens who love Japanese entertainment. Chat about your favorite manga and watch anime while meeting new friends! The club meets the third Thursday of every month. Ages 13-18.

SRP: Teen Trivia Night

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Where: Alafaya Branch at Alafaya - Meeting Room 1

Know the difference between a Tardis and Thestral? How about Peeta and Pippin? Test your knowledge at our Teen Trivia Night. Team up or go solo to see if you can be the once and future trivia king.