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Story Quilts Inspired by Faith Ringgold

Celebrate Women's History Month

2025-03-12 11:00:00 2025-03-12 12:00:00 America/New_York Story Quilts Inspired by Faith Ringgold We enter the dreams of African American artist Faith Ringgold, where she is always freely flying and dancing! Ringgold created many colorful story quilts about her memories, her dreams, and the civil-rights movement. In this class, children will create their own story quilt design to share a memorable, positive life moment. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or email browns@mdpls.org. Ages 5 -12 yrs. North Central Branch -

Wednesday, March 12
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-03-12 11:00:00 2025-03-12 12:00:00 America/New_York Story Quilts Inspired by Faith Ringgold We enter the dreams of African American artist Faith Ringgold, where she is always freely flying and dancing! Ringgold created many colorful story quilts about her memories, her dreams, and the civil-rights movement. In this class, children will create their own story quilt design to share a memorable, positive life moment. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or email browns@mdpls.org. Ages 5 -12 yrs. North Central Branch -

North Central Branch

We enter the dreams of African American artist Faith Ringgold, where she is always freely flying and dancing! Ringgold created many colorful story quilts about her memories, her dreams, and the civil-rights movement. In this class, children will create their own story quilt design to share a memorable, positive life moment. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or email browns@mdpls.org. Ages 5 -12 yrs.

AGE GROUP: | Tween (8-12) | Children (6-11) |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime | Special Event | Performances & Presentations | In-Person | History | Education | Arts & Crafts |

TAGS: | In-Person | Arts and Crafts |

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ProjectArt Miami

Wed, Jan 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

ProjectArt hosts weekly art classes taught by professional emerging artists, in partnership with Miami-Dade Public Libraries. The program culminates in an end of the year student art exhibition. Enrollment secures your child's spot for in-person classes, starting October 2nd. Materials are available and space is limited. To register visit https://afterschoolhq.com/ProjectArtMiami/activity/projectartnorthcentral For more information, contact 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 4-7 yrs.

ProjectArt Miami

Wed, Jan 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

ProjectArt hosts weekly art classes taught by professional emerging artists, in partnership with Miami-Dade Public Libraries. The program culminates in an end of the year student art exhibition. Enrollment secures your child's spot for in-person classes, starting October 2nd. Materials are available and space is limited. To register visit https://afterschoolhq.com/ProjectArtMiami/activity/projectartnorthcentral. For more information, contact 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 8-12 yrs.

Family Movie Time

Thu, Jan 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Auditorium

Enjoy watching a movie with family and friends every third Thursday at your library! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. All ages.

Tech Basics: - Connecting Adults to Computer Fundamentals & Online Social Services

Fri, Jan 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Learn how to use computers, tablets and the internet through fun, guided activities. Develop essential skills to create emails, use social media, safely access social services online and more. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 19 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.

GameFest: An Afternoon of Gaming Fun!

Tue, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Get ready for some excitement! Demonstrate your abilities in some friendly competition featuring video games, board games and more. We provide the games, you bring the skills. For more information, contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

ProjectArt Miami

Wed, Jan 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

ProjectArt hosts weekly art classes taught by professional emerging artists, in partnership with Miami-Dade Public Libraries. The program culminates in an end of the year student art exhibition. Enrollment secures your child's spot for in-person classes, starting October 2nd. Materials are available and space is limited. To register visit https://afterschoolhq.com/ProjectArtMiami/activity/projectartnorthcentral For more information, contact 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 4-7 yrs.

ProjectArt Miami

Wed, Jan 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

ProjectArt hosts weekly art classes taught by professional emerging artists, in partnership with Miami-Dade Public Libraries. The program culminates in an end of the year student art exhibition. Enrollment secures your child's spot for in-person classes, starting October 2nd. Materials are available and space is limited. To register visit https://afterschoolhq.com/ProjectArtMiami/activity/projectartnorthcentral. For more information, contact 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 8-12 yrs.

Tech Basics: - Connecting Adults to Computer Fundamentals & Online Social Services

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

Learn how to use computers, tablets and the internet through fun, guided activities. Develop essential skills to create emails, use social media, safely access social services online and more. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 19 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.

Project Saturdays - Create your school project at the library!

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

Working on a school project like a Science Fair entry, Poetry Illustration, Black History or Women's History presentation? Use our free library resources, printing services and art supplies to design your award-winning projects. Art supplies available while they last. For more information, contact us at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 8-18 yrs.

Generations Connect Music Circle

Tue, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Join our music circle to unleash your creativity, share ideas, bridge the generational gap and learn about different cultures through music. Try your hand at the musical instruments provided or bring your own to use. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. All ages.

ProjectArt Miami

Wed, Jan 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

ProjectArt hosts weekly art classes taught by professional emerging artists, in partnership with Miami-Dade Public Libraries. The program culminates in an end of the year student art exhibition. Enrollment secures your child's spot for in-person classes, starting October 2nd. Materials are available and space is limited. To register visit https://afterschoolhq.com/ProjectArtMiami/activity/projectartnorthcentral For more information, contact 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 4-7 yrs.

ProjectArt Miami

Wed, Jan 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

ProjectArt hosts weekly art classes taught by professional emerging artists, in partnership with Miami-Dade Public Libraries. The program culminates in an end of the year student art exhibition. Enrollment secures your child's spot for in-person classes, starting October 2nd. Materials are available and space is limited. To register visit https://afterschoolhq.com/ProjectArtMiami/activity/projectartnorthcentral. For more information, contact 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 8-12 yrs.

Tech Basics: - Connecting Adults to Computer Fundamentals & Online Social Services

Fri, Jan 31, 10:00am - 11:00am

Learn how to use computers, tablets and the internet through fun, guided activities. Develop essential skills to create emails, use social media, safely access social services online and more. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 19 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.

GameFest: An Afternoon of Gaming Fun!

Tue, Feb 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Get ready for some excitement! Demonstrate your abilities in some friendly competition featuring video games, board games and more. We provide the games, you bring the skills. For more information, contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

ProjectArt Miami

Wed, Feb 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

ProjectArt hosts weekly art classes taught by professional emerging artists, in partnership with Miami-Dade Public Libraries. The program culminates in an end of the year student art exhibition. Enrollment secures your child's spot for in-person classes, starting October 2nd. Materials are available and space is limited. To register visit https://afterschoolhq.com/ProjectArtMiami/activity/projectartnorthcentral For more information, contact 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 4-7 yrs.

ProjectArt Miami

Wed, Feb 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

ProjectArt hosts weekly art classes taught by professional emerging artists, in partnership with Miami-Dade Public Libraries. The program culminates in an end of the year student art exhibition. Enrollment secures your child's spot for in-person classes, starting October 2nd. Materials are available and space is limited. To register visit https://afterschoolhq.com/ProjectArtMiami/activity/projectartnorthcentral. For more information, contact 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 8-12 yrs.

Expressive Vision: A Symphony of Colors Unleashed!

Thu, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Make incredible art using just colors and your imagination! Splash colors on your canvas to create swirling patterns, bold lines, and shapes that look like animals or your favorite things. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 8 - 18 yrs.

Tech Basics: - Connecting Adults to Computer Fundamentals & Online Social Services

Fri, Feb 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

Learn how to use computers, tablets and the internet through fun, guided activities. Develop essential skills to create emails, use social media, safely access social services online and more. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Homework Help and Tutoring

Sat, Feb 08, 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.

Project Saturdays - Create your school project at the library!

Sat, Feb 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Working on a school project like a Science Fair entry, Poetry Illustration, Black History or Women's History presentation? Use our free library resources, printing services and art supplies to design your award-winning projects. Art supplies available while they last. For more information, contact us at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 8-18 yrs.

Gadget Explorers - Monthly Tech Explorations

Mon, Feb 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Curious about how technology works? Join us for a fun and simple "Show and Tell" session held once a month on Mondays, where we explore how small gadgets operate and move. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 8-18 yrs.

Generations Connect Music Circle

Tue, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Join our music circle to unleash your creativity, share ideas, bridge the generational gap and learn about different cultures through music. Try your hand at the musical instruments provided or bring your own to use. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. All ages.

ProjectArt Miami

Wed, Feb 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

ProjectArt hosts weekly art classes taught by professional emerging artists, in partnership with Miami-Dade Public Libraries. The program culminates in an end of the year student art exhibition. Enrollment secures your child's spot for in-person classes, starting October 2nd. Materials are available and space is limited. To register visit https://afterschoolhq.com/ProjectArtMiami/activity/projectartnorthcentral For more information, contact 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 4-7 yrs.

ProjectArt Miami

Wed, Feb 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

ProjectArt hosts weekly art classes taught by professional emerging artists, in partnership with Miami-Dade Public Libraries. The program culminates in an end of the year student art exhibition. Enrollment secures your child's spot for in-person classes, starting October 2nd. Materials are available and space is limited. To register visit https://afterschoolhq.com/ProjectArtMiami/activity/projectartnorthcentral. For more information, contact 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 8-12 yrs.

Tech Basics: - Connecting Adults to Computer Fundamentals & Online Social Services

Fri, Feb 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

Learn how to use computers, tablets and the internet through fun, guided activities. Develop essential skills to create emails, use social media, safely access social services online and more. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Homework Help and Tutoring

Sat, Feb 15, 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.

GameFest: An Afternoon of Gaming Fun!

Tue, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Get ready for some excitement! Demonstrate your abilities in some friendly competition featuring video games, board games and more. We provide the games, you bring the skills. For more information, contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

ProjectArt Miami

Wed, Feb 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

ProjectArt hosts weekly art classes taught by professional emerging artists, in partnership with Miami-Dade Public Libraries. The program culminates in an end of the year student art exhibition. Enrollment secures your child's spot for in-person classes, starting October 2nd. Materials are available and space is limited. To register visit https://afterschoolhq.com/ProjectArtMiami/activity/projectartnorthcentral For more information, contact 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 4-7 yrs.

ProjectArt Miami

Wed, Feb 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

ProjectArt hosts weekly art classes taught by professional emerging artists, in partnership with Miami-Dade Public Libraries. The program culminates in an end of the year student art exhibition. Enrollment secures your child's spot for in-person classes, starting October 2nd. Materials are available and space is limited. To register visit https://afterschoolhq.com/ProjectArtMiami/activity/projectartnorthcentral. For more information, contact 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 8-12 yrs.

Family Movie Time

Thu, Feb 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Auditorium

Enjoy watching a movie with family and friends every third Thursday at your library! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. All ages.

Tech Basics: - Connecting Adults to Computer Fundamentals & Online Social Services

Fri, Feb 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Learn how to use computers, tablets and the internet through fun, guided activities. Develop essential skills to create emails, use social media, safely access social services online and more. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Homework Help and Tutoring

Sat, Feb 22, 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.

Project Saturdays - Create your school project at the library!

Sat, Feb 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Working on a school project like a Science Fair entry, Poetry Illustration, Black History or Women's History presentation? Use our free library resources, printing services and art supplies to design your award-winning projects. Art supplies available while they last. For more information, contact us at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 8-18 yrs.

Generations Connect Music Circle

Tue, Feb 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Join our music circle to unleash your creativity, share ideas, bridge the generational gap and learn about different cultures through music. Try your hand at the musical instruments provided or bring your own to use. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. All ages.

ProjectArt Miami

Wed, Feb 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

ProjectArt hosts weekly art classes taught by professional emerging artists, in partnership with Miami-Dade Public Libraries. The program culminates in an end of the year student art exhibition. Enrollment secures your child's spot for in-person classes, starting October 2nd. Materials are available and space is limited. To register visit https://afterschoolhq.com/ProjectArtMiami/activity/projectartnorthcentral For more information, contact 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 4-7 yrs.

ProjectArt Miami

Wed, Feb 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

ProjectArt hosts weekly art classes taught by professional emerging artists, in partnership with Miami-Dade Public Libraries. The program culminates in an end of the year student art exhibition. Enrollment secures your child's spot for in-person classes, starting October 2nd. Materials are available and space is limited. To register visit https://afterschoolhq.com/ProjectArtMiami/activity/projectartnorthcentral. For more information, contact 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 8-12 yrs.

Tech Basics: - Connecting Adults to Computer Fundamentals & Online Social Services

Fri, Feb 28, 10:00am - 11:00am

Learn how to use computers, tablets and the internet through fun, guided activities. Develop essential skills to create emails, use social media, safely access social services online and more. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Homework Help and Tutoring

Sat, Mar 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.

GameFest: An Afternoon of Gaming Fun!

Tue, Mar 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Get ready for some excitement! Demonstrate your abilities in some friendly competition featuring video games, board games and more. We provide the games, you bring the skills. For more information, contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

ProjectArt Miami

Wed, Mar 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

ProjectArt hosts weekly art classes taught by professional emerging artists, in partnership with Miami-Dade Public Libraries. The program culminates in an end of the year student art exhibition. Enrollment secures your child's spot for in-person classes, starting October 2nd. Materials are available and space is limited. To register visit https://afterschoolhq.com/ProjectArtMiami/activity/projectartnorthcentral For more information, contact 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 4-7 yrs.

ProjectArt Miami

Wed, Mar 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

ProjectArt hosts weekly art classes taught by professional emerging artists, in partnership with Miami-Dade Public Libraries. The program culminates in an end of the year student art exhibition. Enrollment secures your child's spot for in-person classes, starting October 2nd. Materials are available and space is limited. To register visit https://afterschoolhq.com/ProjectArtMiami/activity/projectartnorthcentral. For more information, contact 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 8-12 yrs.

Expressive Vision: A Symphony of Colors Unleashed!

Thu, Mar 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Make incredible art using just colors and your imagination! Splash colors on your canvas to create swirling patterns, bold lines, and shapes that look like animals or your favorite things. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 8 - 18 yrs.

Tech Basics: - Connecting Adults to Computer Fundamentals & Online Social Services

Fri, Mar 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

Learn how to use computers, tablets and the internet through fun, guided activities. Develop essential skills to create emails, use social media, safely access social services online and more. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Homework Help and Tutoring

Sat, Mar 08, 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.

Project Saturdays - Create your school project at the library!

Sat, Mar 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Working on a school project like a Science Fair entry, Poetry Illustration, Black History or Women's History presentation? Use our free library resources, printing services and art supplies to design your award-winning projects. Art supplies available while they last. For more information, contact us at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 8-18 yrs.

Generations Connect Music Circle

Tue, Mar 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Join our music circle to unleash your creativity, share ideas, bridge the generational gap and learn about different cultures through music. Try your hand at the musical instruments provided or bring your own to use. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. All ages.

Story Quilts Inspired by Faith Ringgold - Celebrate Women's History Month

Wed, Mar 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

We enter the dreams of African American artist Faith Ringgold, where she is always freely flying and dancing! Ringgold created many colorful story quilts about her memories, her dreams, and the civil-rights movement. In this class, children will create their own story quilt design to share a memorable, positive life moment. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or email browns@mdpls.org. Ages 5 -12 yrs.

ProjectArt Miami

Wed, Mar 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

ProjectArt hosts weekly art classes taught by professional emerging artists, in partnership with Miami-Dade Public Libraries. The program culminates in an end of the year student art exhibition. Enrollment secures your child's spot for in-person classes, starting October 2nd. Materials are available and space is limited. To register visit https://afterschoolhq.com/ProjectArtMiami/activity/projectartnorthcentral For more information, contact 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 4-7 yrs.

ProjectArt Miami

Wed, Mar 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

ProjectArt hosts weekly art classes taught by professional emerging artists, in partnership with Miami-Dade Public Libraries. The program culminates in an end of the year student art exhibition. Enrollment secures your child's spot for in-person classes, starting October 2nd. Materials are available and space is limited. To register visit https://afterschoolhq.com/ProjectArtMiami/activity/projectartnorthcentral. For more information, contact 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 8-12 yrs.

Tech Basics: - Connecting Adults to Computer Fundamentals & Online Social Services

Fri, Mar 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

Learn how to use computers, tablets and the internet through fun, guided activities. Develop essential skills to create emails, use social media, safely access social services online and more. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Homework Help and Tutoring

Sat, Mar 15, 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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