Parenting Class

Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers

Tue, Dec 03, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Auditorium

Join artist Sandi Levy for a series of hands-on sessions where you'll learn about various mixed media, including acrylics, watercolor and collage. Students will go home with their finished work of art! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Registration is now closed

Tue, Dec 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Join us for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 3-5 yrs.

Climate Change Workshops - Our Environmental Background, Issues and Solutions

Tue, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Want to understand more about the issue of climate change? Join us to learn about the science of climate change, its history, warning signs and possible outcomes, and examine the myriad of solutions. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. All ages.

Online Event: Falun Gong Meditation & Exercises

Tue, Dec 03, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Conference Room

Join Romie, Advanced Certified Spiritual Instructor for the New Moon and Full Moon Max Meditations. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Wed, Dec 04, 10:00am - 11:30am

Northeast-Dade Aventura Virtual Programs Room

Falun Gong is an ancient, high level Chinese practice that uses gentle movements and meditation to cultivate the body, mind and spirit. Space is limited for this online event. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Registration is now closed

Department of Veterans Affairs: Social Work Outreach - Health Care for Homeless Veterans (HCHV)

Wed, Dec 04, 10:00am - 11:30am

The Health Care for Homeless Veterans (HCHV) outreach program administered by the U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs (VA) serves as the hub for a myriad of housing and other services that provide veterans with a way to reach and assist homeless Veterans by offering them entry to VA care, including those who are most vulnerable and not currently receiving services. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs. +

Wed, Dec 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Join experienced meditation instructor Steve Pollack to learn simple meditation techniques and apply them during a brief guided session. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Blood Pressure Screenings

Wed, Dec 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Earn volunteer hours while helping make and any other event type that describes your event our library an even better place for teens. Make new friends while helping choose books, planning and leading programs and learning new skills. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 13 - 18 yrs.

Thu, Dec 05, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Free blood pressure screening offered by the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Lion's Club Eye Screenings

Thu, Dec 05, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Receive free eye screenings offered by Lion's Club International in collaboration with the Florida Heiken Children's Vision Program. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. All ages.

AARP's Senior Planet Tech Thursdays - Saving Money with Tech

Thu, Dec 05, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Attend classes designed to empower older adults with the skills to master technology, wellness and lifelong learning. Whether you're looking to navigate the digital world, improve your health, or connect with others in your community, our knowledgeable instructors are here to guide you. Presented by AARP's Senior Planet. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 55 yrs.+

Color Me Happy

Thu, Dec 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Join us for fun and simple coloring activities. Materials will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs. +

Thu, Dec 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Need help with your electronic device? Instructors from Generation Technology will be available assist you. Please bring your device for hands-on learning. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

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.

Furry Tales

Sat, Dec 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Read your favorite stories alongside a friendly dog! Help your child improve their literacy skills and boost confidence by reading to a therapy dog. Bring your own book or choose from the library's collection. Presented by the Alliance of Therapy Dogs. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 12 yrs.

Sat, Dec 07, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Join us for immersive language classes and learn how to speak Haitian Creole. Classes are suitable for beginning to intermediate learners and are a great way to acquire basic language proficiency for workplace use or to enhance conversational skills. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 12 yrs.+

Parenting Class - Learn the Emotional Needs of Your Children

Sat, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Learn the basics of computers, including how to use a mouse and keyboard, write in a Word document, browse the internet, use email and more! Taught by instructors from Collective Sistahood. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Mon, Dec 09, 9:30am - 11:00am

Conference Room

Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers

Mon, Dec 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Join us stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.

Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers

Mon, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Sharpen your chess skills by playing with others! Fun for beginners and more advanced players alike. Meets in the auditorium. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 8 yrs.+

Learn with Shakespeare

Tue, Dec 10, 11:00am - 12:30pm

William Shakespeare famously contributed more memorable phrases and sayings to the English language than any other author. Join Dr. Lillian Schanfield, Professor Emerita of English at Barry University, to explore and discuss the wisdom and poetry of Shakespeare. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Tue, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Join us for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 3-5 yrs.

Online Event: Falun Gong Meditation & Exercises

Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 11:30am

Northeast-Dade Aventura Virtual Programs Room

This event is full

Social Work Outreach from the Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Health Care for Homeless Veterans (HCHV)

Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 11:30am

Conference Room

Wed, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Take & Make Craft

Wed, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Come to the library to pick up supplies to create an awesome craft at home! Available while supplies last. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 11 yrs.

Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group - Presented by the Alzheimer's Association

Wed, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Thu, Dec 12, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Auditorium

Build a support system with others who understand your journey as a caregiver to a loved one with dementia. Join this Alzheimer's support group to exchange information on challenges, possible solutions, coping strategies and available community resources. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

State Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle Information Session

Thu, Dec 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Have questions about legal matters? Wondering about programs and services offered by the Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office (SAO). Connect with a Community Outreach Representative from the SAO who will be available to answer questions on a range of topics including applying for child support, victim services and more. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Switch Party! - Video Games for Kids & Teens

Thu, Dec 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Auditorium

Relax and have fun playing video games. Play solo or with a friend. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 18 yrs.

Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Sat, Dec 14, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Sat, Dec 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Sat, Dec 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Parenting Class - Learn the Emotional Needs of Your Children

Sat, Dec 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Be prepared for success in today's digital world! Learn essential skills in coding, computer navigation, safe internet usage and how to conduct research. Please bring your own laptop or tablet. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 8-12 yrs.

Mon, Dec 16, 9:30am - 11:00am

Conference Room

Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers

Mon, Dec 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Join us stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.

Bookworm Buddies - Book Club for Kids

Mon, Dec 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mon, Dec 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Join our book club to expand your literary horizons, connect with other kids and have some bookish fun! Selected titles will be read and discussed each month. For more information and book titles, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 11 yrs.

Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers

Tue, Dec 17, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Auditorium

Tue, Dec 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Join us for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 3-5 yrs.

Online Event: Falun Gong Meditation & Exercises

Tue, Dec 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Conference Room

Join Romie, Advanced Certified Spiritual Instructor for the New Moon and Full Moon Max Meditations. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Wed, Dec 18, 10:00am - 11:30am

Northeast-Dade Aventura Virtual Programs Room

This event is full

Wed, Dec 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

AARP's Senior Planet Tech Thursdays - Virtual Museum Tours

Wed, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Thu, Dec 19, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Creative Kids

Thu, Dec 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Enjoy a dynamic art program designed to help kids explore their inner creativity, from painting to collage. Presented by local art magnet student instructors. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 11 yrs.

Overdose Prevention Training

Thu, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Thu, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Learn how to recognize an overdose and save a life using Narcan (Naloxone). Free Narcan kit and fentanyl test strips for attendees. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 12+

Sat, Dec 21, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Sat, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Renaissance Dance

Sat, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Let's dance! Join the Society of Creative Anachronism for a bit of history through Renaissance Dance. Learn the traditional dances of Italy, France, and England - the building blocks of American Square dancing. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 12 yrs.+

Monthly Book Club

Sat, Dec 21, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Conference Room

Join your peers for a lively book discussion. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Mon, Dec 23, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Thu, Dec 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Sat, Dec 28, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Sat, Dec 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Blood Pressure Screenings

Mon, Dec 30, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Thu, Jan 02, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Free blood pressure screening offered by the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Parenting Class - Learn the Emotional Needs of Your Children

Thu, Jan 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Fri, Jan 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Weekly advice sessions for parents of children ages 0-6 offered by Cayuga Centers in conjunction with The Children's Trust. Topics covered include positive discipline, attachment, communication, setting limits, and more led by Maria Soledad Lizarraga, B.A. Psychology and Developmental Specialist, PACE Program. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Online Class: Reading Circle

Sat, Jan 04, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Mon, Jan 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Northeast-Dade Aventura Virtual Programs Room

Practice your English-language reading skills while improving your listening comprehension. Participants will take turns reading parts of a selected story aloud and then discuss it with other learners. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Mon, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Tue, Jan 07, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Auditorium

Wed, Jan 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Take & Make Craft

Wed, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Lion's Club Eye Screenings

Wed, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Thu, Jan 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group - Presented by the Alzheimer's Association

Thu, Jan 09, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

State Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle Information Session

Thu, Jan 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Parenting Class - Learn the Emotional Needs of Your Children

Thu, Jan 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Fri, Jan 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Cancelled

Sat, Jan 11, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Sat, Jan 11, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Sat, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Sat, Jan 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Bookworm Buddies - Book Club for Kids

Mon, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Mon, Jan 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Tue, Jan 14, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Join Romie, an Advanced Certified Spiritual Instructor, for the New Moon and Full Moon Max Meditations. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Wed, Jan 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Discover Your Jewish Genealogical Roots

Wed, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Thu, Jan 16, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Discover your family history with expert guidance from Paulette Bronstein, President of the Jewish Genealogical Society of Greater Miami. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this workshop is a fantastic opportunity to learn how to trace your roots and uncover your ancestral stories. For more information, contact 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Parenting Class - Learn the Emotional Needs of Your Children

Thu, Jan 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Fri, Jan 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Sat, Jan 18, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Renaissance Dance

Sat, Jan 18, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Sat, Jan 18, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Sat, Jan 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Tue, Jan 21, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Auditorium

Wed, Jan 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Wed, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Parkinson's Support Group

Thu, Jan 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Fri, Jan 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

This one-hour support group is designed for those suffering with Parkinson's Disease and their loved ones. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Parenting Class - Learn the Emotional Needs of Your Children

Fri, Jan 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Sat, Jan 25, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Sat, Jan 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

O Cinema Presents: OCVR

Sat, Jan 25, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual reality has the potential to challenge our perceptions and expand our understanding of the world. O Cinema has harnessed this technology for an immersive storytelling experience on cave paintings, inspired by the art styles of Paul Gauguin and Caravaggio. Made possible by the Jorge M. Pérez Family Foundation through the Pérez CreARTE Grant Program. For more information please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 12 yrs.+

Sat, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Online Class: Reading Circle

Sat, Jan 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Mon, Jan 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Northeast-Dade Aventura Virtual Programs Room

Mon, Jan 27, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Read Along, Sing a Song - Presented by the Grand Florida Opera

Tue, Jan 28, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Tue, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dive into the enchanting world of opera with our Bite-Size Opera Experience! Enjoy interactive story time, live aria singing, and a fun craft to take home. It's the perfect introduction to opera for our youngest fans, sparking imagination and joy in a compact, engaging package. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 8 yrs. and under.

Wed, Jan 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Wed, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Parenting Class - Learn the Emotional Needs of Your Children

Thu, Jan 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Fri, Jan 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Sat, Feb 01, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Sat, Feb 01, 1:00pm - 2:30pm