The Orange County Library system (Facebook | Website) has announced their programming for the month of June. Events include a lecture on the enduring impact of Spider-Man, a new speaker series at the Melrose Center, dog training workshops, an Etsy festival, and more.

For more information about events, call 407-835-7323. You can also check for more library events online at www.ocls.info.

 

Meet the Author: Daniel Wallace

Orlando Public Library, Library Central, 101 E. Central Blvd.
Thursday, June 1, 6:30 p.m.

Join New York Times bestselling author Daniel Wallace as he discusses his new novel, Extraordinary Adventures.  Daniel Wallace is the J. Ross MacDonald Distinguished Professor of English at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he directs the Creative Writing Program. His other works include Big Fish, Ray in Reverse, The Watermelon King, Mr. Sebastian and the Negro Magician and The Kings and Queens of Roam.  A book sale and signing will follow.

 

Creative Coloring for Adults: Paper Houses

Orlando Public Library, Magnolia Room, 101 E. Central Blvd.
Saturday, June 10, 3 p.m.

Alafaya Branch, 12000 E. Colonial Drive
Monday, June 26, 7 p.m.

Coloring is a great way to relax and unwind while channeling your inner child. This month, let your creative side shine as you color and construct paper houses and buildings. We will create a community in the library by displaying your artwork for everyone to admire. All supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your favorite colored pencils or markers. Ages 18 and up.

 

Koo Koo Kanga Roo Concert

Orlando Public Library, 101 E. Central Blvd.
Saturday, June 3, 2 p.m.

South Creek Branch, 1702 Deerfield Blvd.
Sunday, June 4, 3 p.m.

Chickasaw Branch, 870 N. Chickasaw Trail
Monday, June 5, 10:30 a.m.

The library is koo koo for Koo Koo Kanga Roo! The dance-pop duo will have us jumping, dancing and singing along during their performances. All ages. Registration required.

 

Cuisine Corner: No Cook Meals

Washington Park Branch, 5151 Raleigh St., Suite A.
Thursday, June 8, 6:30 p.m.

Tired of cooking but still looking to eat healthy? Library staff will show you how to make a quick and easy no-cook meal that tastes good and is good for you. Space is limited. Registration required.

 

Southwest StoryWalk

Dr. P. Phillips Community Park, 8249 Buenavista Woods Blvd., Orlando, FL 32836
Saturday, June 10, 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Stop by the Dr. P. Phillips Community Park for the Library’s first ever StoryWalk. Enjoy walking on the nature trail as you read the classic children’s storyHenny Penny and collect fun souvenirs along the way!

 

Pulse Remembrance with Music & Poetry

Orlando Public Library, Library Central, 101 E. Central Blvd.
Sunday, June 11, 2 p.m.

Local band Sugar City will perform their song “World of Love,” which was inspired by the Pulse tragedy and recorded at the Melrose Center. Local poets will read poems they composed in memory of the events of June 12, 2016.

 

Orlando United: Love Letters to Strangers

Orlando Public Library, Library Central, 101 E. Central Blvd.
Monday, June 12, 5–7 p.m.

Hiawassee Branch, 7391 W. Colonial Dr.
Monday, June 12, 6–8 p.m.

Alafaya Branch, 12000 E. Colonial Dr.
Wednesday, June 14, 7 p.m.

Join us on Orlando United Day to hand-write encouraging notes to be placed around the city or sent to someone in need of a boost. The World Needs More Love Letters is an organization that encourages everyone to write empowering and uplifting letters to strangers. For more information, visitmoreloveletters.com.

 

Love Rocks

Winter Garden Branch, 805 E. Plant St., Winter Garden.
Monday, June 12, 3:30 p.m.

Connect with others  to paint river rocks with messages and symbols of love and kindness in honor of Orlando United Day.

 

Drag Queen Storytime

Orlando Public Library, Library Central, 101 E. Central Blvd.
Monday, June 12, 5:30 p.m.

Impulse Group Orlando invites you and your family to attend a uniquely whimsical storytime! In the spirit of the City of Orlando and One Alliance’s “Acts of Love & Kindness” movement, Impulse Group is bringing you Orlando’s first Drag Queen Storytime. Join us for what promises to be a laugh filled reading.

 

Paint for Pulse

Alafaya Branch, 12000 E. Colonial Dr.
Tuesday, June 13, 7 p.m.

Commemorate the Pulse tragedy through art. Patrons are invited to paint their own piece of art to symbolize what the last year has meant to them and their community. Supplies will be provided. We invite the finished artwork to be put on display at the Alafaya Branch. Ages 16 and up.

 

L.O.V.E.: Lessons On Vulnerability and Empathy

Orlando Public Library, Albertson Room, 101 E. Central Blvd.
Wednesday, June 14, 6:30 p.m.

Participate in a discussion and craft about L.O.V.E.: Lessons On Vulnerability and Empathy. In order to build a better world, we must build a better self. Ages 18 and up.

 

Love YA!: A Celebration of Diverse Young Adult Literature

Orlando Public Library, 101 E. Central Blvd.
Tuesday, June 13, 6 p.m.

Reflect on the events that have impacted our community and commemorate the Pulse tragedy with a panel discussion of diverse young adult authors including Alex Sanchez, Shaun David Hutchinson and Jenny Torres Sanchez, moderated by Lauren Gibaldi. Ages 13 and up.

 

What Has Changed?

Orlando Public Library, 101 E. Central Blvd.
Thursday, June 15, 6–7:45 p.m.

The Orlando Public Library hosts an art show that addresses the question What Has Changed? In April, local art-supply store Sam Flax put out a call to artists asking them to create works of art that reflect the artists’ feelings about what has changed since June 12, 2016, when an armed man opened fire on LGBT nightclub Pulse. Sam Flax donated the art supplies that went into creating the pieces in this show, which will be on display at the library through July. The Orlando Gay Chorus will perform, as will Latin guitar/percussionists Antone Affronti and Adalberto Bravo. Participants will be invited to make short videos of themselves discussing what they think has changed in our community over the past year.

 

Finding Your Inner Artist: A LIVE Painting Event

Edgewater Branch, 5049 Edgewater Dr.
Tuesday, June 20, 6–8:30 p.m.

Join us for live painting with Steven Lee Hall Jr., artist and star of the hit Discovery Channel show Naked and Afraid. See how he uses painting techniques to bring his latest work of art to life right in front of you. Steven currently has artwork on display at the Edgewater Branch.

 

Meet Local Authors at the Library

Windermere Branch, 530 Main St., Windermere.
Saturday, June 24, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Have a great story but don’t know how to get it published? Want to hear about local success stories and discover new books? Talk to local authors about their books, find out how they did it, and share their love of reading. Featured authors include Sarah-Jane McDonald, Jeremy Gritton and Marsha Ygnace. Books will be available for sale and signing at the event. Refreshments will be provided. Registration required.

 

Potterversary

Orlando Public Library, 101 E. Central Blvd.
Saturday, June 24, 2 p.m.

Celebrate 20 years of everything Harry Potter. Magic awaits with trivia, games and fun for the entire family. Dress in the colors of your house and don’t forget your most outrageous sock in honor of Dobby!

 

Brendan O'Connor

Editor in Chief of Bungalower.com

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