Story Quilts Inspired by Faith Ringgold

Social Security Assistance

Tue, Dec 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Join us for stories, songs, and activities for children and their families. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. All ages.

Holiday Magic Show

Tue, Dec 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Join magician Brent Gregory for an interactive holiday-themed show that combines mind bending magic with comedy. For more information, please contact 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. All ages.

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

A public affairs specialist with the Social Security Administration will be available to answer your Social Security questions. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

26th Congressional District Mobile Office

Wed, Dec 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Representatives from the office of U.S. Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart will visit the library to assist constituents with matters including immigration, veteran issues, military services, U.S. passports, Social Security, federal loans, internships, Medicare, taxes, and more. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Stargazing @ the Library

Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Experience the wonders of the night sky! Use telescopes to take a closer look at the moon, planets and the universe. Plus, make an astronomy-themed craft. Weather permitting. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 8 yrs.+

Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers

Thu, Dec 19, 10:00am - 11:00am

Join us stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.

Paint Like the Florida Highwaymen

Thu, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

The Florida Highwaymen are a group of African American artists who sold original landscape art roadside throughout the state from the 1950s to the 1980s, now considered "the Last Great American Art Movement of the 20th century." In this workshop, we will create a landscape scene in the style of The Highwaymen. Materials will be provided. Registration is required. For more information or to register, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 12 yrs.+

Christmas Tree Ornament

Fri, Dec 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

"Tis the season" to create your own one of a kind Christmas Tree Ornament. Materials will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or email mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 6-11 yrs.

Fun with LEGO®

Sat, Dec 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Bring your creativity and have fun building with LEGO® blocks! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or at mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 11 yrs.

Sat, Dec 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Get creative at the library with a fun craft activity! All materials provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 11 yrs.

Tue, Dec 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Learn how to use a mouse, search the web, set up an email account, and more. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 55 yrs.+

This event is full

Cancelled

Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers

Tue, Dec 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Join us for stories, songs, and activities for children and their families. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. All ages.

Thu, Dec 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

Join us stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.

Fun with LEGO®

Sat, Dec 28, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Bring your creativity and have fun building with LEGO® blocks! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or at mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 11 yrs.

Sat, Dec 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Get creative at the library with a fun craft activity! All materials provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 11 yrs.

Blackout Poetry

Sat, Dec 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Black out words with a marker on existing pages of text to create your very own poem, then embellish it to make a displayable work of art. Materials will be provided. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 12 - 18 yrs.

Cancelled

Tue, Dec 31, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Join us for stories, songs, and activities for children and their families. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. All ages.

Sat, Jan 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Get creative at the library with a fun craft activity! All materials provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 11 yrs.

Art Tour

Tue, Jan 07, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Did you know that the Art Services and Exhibitions Division of the Miami-Dade Public Library System maintains a permanent collection of over 6,000 works of art? Join us for an art tour of a small sample of this collection housed at the branch featuring celebrated local, national, and international artists. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 12 yrs.+

Tue, Jan 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Join us for stories, songs, and activities for children and their families. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. All ages.

Wed, Jan 08, 11:30am - 12:30pm

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! Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 55 yrs.+

This event is full

Cancelled

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.

Sat, Jan 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Get creative at the library with a fun craft activity! All materials provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 11 yrs.

Online Event: Poetry Workshop

Tue, Jan 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Join us for stories, songs, and activities for children and their families. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. All ages.

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

Miami Springs Virtual Programs Room

Explore themes of unity and understanding based on the works of Dr. Martin Luther King and contemporary poets. Using a portion of Dr. King's "I Have a Dream" speech and contemporary poets' work, participants will gain inspiration to write original poetry. You will need paper and a pen or pencil. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants. Ages 14 yrs.+

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.

Sat, Jan 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Get creative at the library with a fun craft activity! All materials provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 11 yrs.

Tue, Jan 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Join us for stories, songs, and activities for children and their families. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. All ages.

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.

Sat, Jan 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Get creative at the library with a fun craft activity! All materials provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 11 yrs.

Tue, Jan 28, 11:30am - 12:30pm

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! Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 55 yrs.+

This event is full

Tue, Jan 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Join us for stories, songs, and activities for children and their families. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. All ages.

Story Quilts Inspired by Faith Ringgold - Celebrate Black History Month

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.

Sat, Feb 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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. Ages 5 -12 yrs.

Art Tour

Tue, Feb 04, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Did you know that the Art Services and Exhibitions Division of the Miami-Dade Public Library System maintains a permanent collection of over 6,000 works of art? Join us for an art tour of a small sample of this collection housed at the branch featuring celebrated local, national, and international artists. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 12 yrs.+

Read Along, Sing A Song: The Great Poochini - Presented by the Florida Grand Opera

Tue, Feb 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Join us for stories, songs, and activities for children and their families. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. All ages.

Tue, Feb 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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, contact 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 8 and under.

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.

Sat, Feb 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Get creative at the library with a fun craft activity! All materials provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 11 yrs.

Tue, Feb 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Join us for stories, songs, and activities for children and their families. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. All ages.

Wed, Feb 12, 11:30am - 12:30pm

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! Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 55 yrs.+

Blackout Poetry

Thu, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Black out words with a marker on existing pages of text to create your very own poem, then embellish it to make a displayable work of art. Materials will be provided. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. Ages 12 - 18 yrs.

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.