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Local Author Series with Ellen T. Leeds

"Bob's Diner: A Novel "
2024-11-23 14:00:00 2024-11-23 15:00:00 America/New_York Local Author Series with Ellen T. Leeds Join local author Ellen T. Leeds for a fun afternoon as she shares stories from her debut novel "Bob's Diner" and takes you back in time to a nostalgic small town in New Jersey in the 1960s. After her presentation, Leeds will share tips on how to write your own novel and avoid procrastination. Best for ages 18 +. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Coral Gables Branch -

Saturday, November 23
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-11-23 14:00:00 2024-11-23 15:00:00 America/New_York Local Author Series with Ellen T. Leeds Join local author Ellen T. Leeds for a fun afternoon as she shares stories from her debut novel "Bob's Diner" and takes you back in time to a nostalgic small town in New Jersey in the 1960s. After her presentation, Leeds will share tips on how to write your own novel and avoid procrastination. Best for ages 18 +. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Coral Gables Branch -

Join local author Ellen T. Leeds for a fun afternoon as she shares stories from her debut novel "Bob's Diner" and takes you back in time to a nostalgic small town in New Jersey in the 1960s. After her presentation, Leeds will share tips on how to write your own novel and avoid procrastination. Best for ages 18 +. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org.

Biography:

Ellen T Leeds, AKA Ellen Kaplowitz, grew up in New Jersey and now resides in Florida. She taught reading to adults, in a public vocational school in Miami, for over 30 years. She has always treasured books, writing, crafting, singing, and people. Leeds lives with her husband Zooey and their two dogs. Their son and daughter-in-law live close by. Family is Ellen's number one love. Bob's Diner is Ellen's first novel.

AGE GROUP: | Adult (19+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Special Event | Reading & Literacy | In-Person | Education | Author Event |

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Coral Gables Branch
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Phone: 305-442-8706
Branch manager
Brent Capley
Hours
Mon, Dec 02 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Dec 03 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Dec 04 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Dec 05 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Dec 06 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Dec 07 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Dec 08 Closed
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3443 Segovia Street
Coral Gables, FL 33134
Tel: 305-442-8706

Upcoming events

Sunrise (TV-PG) - Coral Gables Movie Night
Tue, Dec 03, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
In F.W. Murnau's silent classic from 1927, a married farmer meets a woman from the city and starts an affair that almost destroys his life. 95 minutes. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 yrs.+
Bragging Rights Bingo
Wed, Dec 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Start your day off right and bring your family and friends for a morning of BINGO! For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 yrs.+
English Conversation Circle
Wed, Dec 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Would you like to improve your English conversation skills? Engage with native English speakers and other learners to practice and gain confidence speaking English in a friendly environment. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Spanish Conversation Circle
Wed, Dec 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Would you like to improve your Spanish conversation skills? Engage with native Spanish speakers and other learners to practice and gain confidence speaking Spanish in a friendly environment. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Family Storytime
Wed, Dec 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for children and their families. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. All ages.
Meditation Class
Thu, Dec 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Fri, Dec 06, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Join us stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.
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Sat, Dec 07, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact tutoring@mdpls.org, call 305-375-1413, or visit www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.
Holiday Magic Show
Sat, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Screen-Free Saturday
Sat, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+
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Mon, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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English Conversation Circle
Wed, Dec 11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Would you like to improve your English conversation skills? Engage with native English speakers and other learners to practice and gain confidence speaking English in a friendly environment. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Spanish Conversation Circle
Wed, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Would you like to improve your Spanish conversation skills? Engage with native Spanish speakers and other learners to practice and gain confidence speaking Spanish in a friendly environment. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Family Storytime
Wed, Dec 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for children and their families. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. All ages.
Improv Experience presented by the Society Circus
Wed, Dec 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Thu, Dec 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Vendor Registration Boot Camp
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Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+
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Start your day off right and bring your family and friends for a morning of BINGO! For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 yrs.+
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Wed, Dec 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Would you like to improve your English conversation skills? Engage with native English speakers and other learners to practice and gain confidence speaking English in a friendly environment. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Spanish Conversation Circle
Wed, Dec 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Wed, Dec 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for children and their families. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. All ages.
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Thu, Dec 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Discover your true self through Sahaja Meditation and see your full potential unfold. Learn to calm and balance yourself, avoid extremes and live in tune with your environment. Beginners welcome. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Social Security Assistance
Fri, Dec 20, 9:30am - 11:00am
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Fri, Dec 20, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Join us stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.
Screen-Free Saturday
Sat, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bring the whole family and unplug with us! Enjoy quality time together without screens, featuring new activities each week to keep things fresh and exciting. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. All ages.
Chess Club
Sat, Dec 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+
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Join us stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.
Screen-Free Saturday
Sat, Dec 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bring the whole family and unplug with us! Enjoy quality time together without screens, featuring new activities each week to keep things fresh and exciting. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. All ages.
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Join us stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.
Screen-Free Saturday
Sat, Jan 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Wed, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for children and their families. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. All ages.
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Fri, Jan 10, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Join us stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.
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Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Jan 11, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact tutoring@mdpls.org, call 305-375-1413, or visit www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.
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Mon, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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Family Storytime
Wed, Jan 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for children and their families. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. All ages.
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Fri, Jan 17, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Join us stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Jan 18, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact tutoring@mdpls.org, call 305-375-1413, or visit www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.
Family Storytime
Wed, Jan 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for children and their families. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. All ages.
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Fri, Jan 24, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Join us stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Jan 25, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact tutoring@mdpls.org, call 305-375-1413, or visit www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.
Family Storytime
Wed, Jan 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for children and their families. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. All ages.
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Fri, Jan 31, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Join us stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Feb 01, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact tutoring@mdpls.org, call 305-375-1413, or visit www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.
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