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Sharks Are Coming!

Presented by Sharks4Kids
2025-07-19 15:00:00 2025-07-19 16:00:00 America/New_York Sharks Are Coming! Dive into the world of sharks with the Sharks4Kids Virtual Reality. Discover a diverse array of species and immerse yourself in the ocean's beauty. Discover the fascinating world of these remarkable animals and learn why they need our help! All supplies will be provided. Parental supervision required for children under 12 years. For more information, contact 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. Ages 4 - 16 yrs. Sunset Branch -

Saturday, July 19
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-07-19 15:00:00 2025-07-19 16:00:00 America/New_York Sharks Are Coming! Dive into the world of sharks with the Sharks4Kids Virtual Reality. Discover a diverse array of species and immerse yourself in the ocean's beauty. Discover the fascinating world of these remarkable animals and learn why they need our help! All supplies will be provided. Parental supervision required for children under 12 years. For more information, contact 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. Ages 4 - 16 yrs. Sunset Branch -

Dive into the world of sharks with the Sharks4Kids Virtual Reality. Discover a diverse array of species and immerse yourself in the ocean's beauty. Discover the fascinating world of these remarkable animals and learn why they need our help! All supplies will be provided. Parental supervision required for children under 12 years. For more information, contact 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. Ages 4 - 16 yrs.

AGE GROUP: | Young Adult (12-18) | Tween (8-12) | Early Childhood (0-5) | Children (6-11) |

EVENT TYPE: | Performances & Presentations | In-Person |

TAGS: | Summer Reading Challenge | In-Person | Animals & Nature |

Sunset Branch
customercare@mdpls.org
Phone: 305-270-6368
Branch manager
Loraine Duarte
Hours
Mon, Jul 28 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jul 29 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 30 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 31 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Aug 01 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 02 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Aug 03 Closed
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Branch manager
Loraine Duarte
Address
10855 Southwest 72nd Street
Ste 13
Miami, FL 33173
Tel: 305-270-6368

Upcoming events

Kids Craft Club
Wed, Jul 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for a morning filled with fun and simple crafts. Materials will be provided, while supplies last. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 11 yrs.
Chess & Domino Club - Club de Ajedrez y Dominó
Wed, Jul 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Pass the time by playing chess and dominoes with friends! Beginner or experienced players can match their skills and learn a few tricks about these games of strategy. Game sets will be provided. ¡Pase el tiempo jugando ajedrez y dominó con amigos! Los jugadores principiantes o experimentados pueden poner a prueba sus habilidades y aprender algunos trucos sobre estos juegos de estrategia. Se proporcionarán los juegos. For more information, contact 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. Ages 10 yrs.+
Family Storytime
Thu, Jul 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Enjoy stories, songs, and activities for the entire family! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. All ages.
Color Your World with Books starring Brent Gregory!
Fri, Aug 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Prepare to be blown away by Brent Gregory and his exciting magic show. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-270-6368 or duarte@mdpls.org. All ages.
Summer Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Aug 02, 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.
Chair Yoga with Dania
Mon, Aug 04, 9:30am - 10:30am
Did you know that chair yoga is a great way for older adults to improve balance, increase flexibility, protect joints and reduce stress? Follow along as a certified instructor teaches various poses that you can do seated or standing behind the chair. Please wear comfortable clothing. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-270-6368 or duarte@mdpls.org. Ages 55 yrs. +
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers en Dos Idiomas
Mon, Aug 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and activities in English and Spanish for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 5 yrs. / Únase con nosotros para escuchar cuentos y canciones bilingües y participar en actividades para niños pequeños y sus cuidadores. Para mas información favor de comunicarse con la sucursal al 305-270-6368 o duartel@mdpls.org. Para edades de 18 meses a 5 años.
Cozy Corner - Adult Knitting Club
Tue, Aug 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bring your knitting needles and work on a current project or learn how to get started alongside other crafters. Materials provided for your first project. Registration is required. For more information, contact the branch at 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. Ages 18 yrs.+
Learn, Build, Play Lego® Club
Tue, Aug 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Join us for open Lego®-building time and let your imagination soar! Materials will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-270-6368 or email duartel@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 12 yrs.
Kids Craft Club
Wed, Aug 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for a morning filled with fun and simple crafts. Materials will be provided, while supplies last. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 11 yrs.
Chess & Domino Club - Club de Ajedrez y Dominó
Wed, Aug 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Pass the time by playing chess and dominoes with friends! Beginner or experienced players can match their skills and learn a few tricks about these games of strategy. Game sets will be provided. ¡Pase el tiempo jugando ajedrez y dominó con amigos! Los jugadores principiantes o experimentados pueden poner a prueba sus habilidades y aprender algunos trucos sobre estos juegos de estrategia. Se proporcionarán los juegos. For more information, contact 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. Ages 10 yrs.+
Family Storytime
Thu, Aug 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Enjoy stories, songs, and activities for the entire family! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. All ages.
Comics 4ever - Teen Graphic Novel Club
Fri, Aug 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Do you like comics, manga, manhwa, and anything in between? Looking for new reads and people to talk about them with? Join our bi-weekly graphic novel book club for all of that and more! Copies of the selected volume will be available for check out at the front desk. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. Ages 12 - 18yrs.
Summer Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Aug 09, 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.
Battle of the Things - Presented by Miami Children's Museum
Sat, Aug 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Thing One and Thing Two are at it again! Tired of the same old story, Thing Two is fed up with his second place ranking and decides to challenge Thing One. Inspired by the stories of Dr. Seuss. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. Ages 4-8 yrs.
Rescheduled
Color Your World with Books starring Brent Gregory!
Sat, Aug 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Friday, August 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Prepare to be blown away by Brent Gregory and his exciting magic show. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-270-6368 or duarte@mdpls.org. All ages.
Chair Yoga with Dania
Mon, Aug 11, 9:30am - 10:30am
Did you know that chair yoga is a great way for older adults to improve balance, increase flexibility, protect joints and reduce stress? Follow along as a certified instructor teaches various poses that you can do seated or standing behind the chair. Please wear comfortable clothing. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-270-6368 or duarte@mdpls.org. Ages 55 yrs. +
Cozy Corner - Adult Knitting Club
Tue, Aug 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bring your knitting needles and work on a current project or learn how to get started alongside other crafters. Materials provided for your first project. Registration is required. For more information, contact the branch at 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. Ages 18 yrs.+
Chess & Domino Club - Club de Ajedrez y Dominó
Wed, Aug 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Pass the time by playing chess and dominoes with friends! Beginner or experienced players can match their skills and learn a few tricks about these games of strategy. Game sets will be provided. ¡Pase el tiempo jugando ajedrez y dominó con amigos! Los jugadores principiantes o experimentados pueden poner a prueba sus habilidades y aprender algunos trucos sobre estos juegos de estrategia. Se proporcionarán los juegos. For more information, contact 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. Ages 10 yrs.+
Cancelled
Family Storytime
Thu, Aug 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Enjoy stories, songs, and activities for the entire family! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. All ages.
Chair Yoga with Dania
Mon, Aug 18, 9:30am - 10:30am
Did you know that chair yoga is a great way for older adults to improve balance, increase flexibility, protect joints and reduce stress? Follow along as a certified instructor teaches various poses that you can do seated or standing behind the chair. Please wear comfortable clothing. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-270-6368 or duarte@mdpls.org. Ages 55 yrs. +
Cozy Corner - Adult Knitting Club
Tue, Aug 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bring your knitting needles and work on a current project or learn how to get started alongside other crafters. Materials provided for your first project. Registration is required. For more information, contact the branch at 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. Ages 18 yrs.+
Chess & Domino Club - Club de Ajedrez y Dominó
Wed, Aug 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Pass the time by playing chess and dominoes with friends! Beginner or experienced players can match their skills and learn a few tricks about these games of strategy. Game sets will be provided. ¡Pase el tiempo jugando ajedrez y dominó con amigos! Los jugadores principiantes o experimentados pueden poner a prueba sus habilidades y aprender algunos trucos sobre estos juegos de estrategia. Se proporcionarán los juegos. For more information, contact 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. Ages 10 yrs.+
Cancelled
Family Storytime
Thu, Aug 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Enjoy stories, songs, and activities for the entire family! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. All ages.
Café con libros - Spanish Book Club
Fri, Aug 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Participe de una grata discusión sobre el libro del mes. Se requiere inscripción. Para más información, comuníquese con la biblioteca al 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. Para mayores de 19 años de edad.
Comics 4ever - Teen Graphic Novel Club
Fri, Aug 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Do you like comics, manga, manhwa, and anything in between? Looking for new reads and people to talk about them with? Join our bi-weekly graphic novel book club for all of that and more! Copies of the selected volume will be available for check out at the front desk. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. Ages 12 - 18yrs.
Chair Yoga with Dania
Mon, Aug 25, 9:30am - 10:30am
Did you know that chair yoga is a great way for older adults to improve balance, increase flexibility, protect joints and reduce stress? Follow along as a certified instructor teaches various poses that you can do seated or standing behind the chair. Please wear comfortable clothing. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-270-6368 or duarte@mdpls.org. Ages 55 yrs. +
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers en Dos Idiomas
Mon, Aug 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and activities in English and Spanish for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 5 yrs. / Únase con nosotros para escuchar cuentos y canciones bilingües y participar en actividades para niños pequeños y sus cuidadores. Para mas información favor de comunicarse con la sucursal al 305-270-6368 o duartel@mdpls.org. Para edades de 18 meses a 5 años.
Cozy Corner - Adult Knitting Club
Tue, Aug 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bring your knitting needles and work on a current project or learn how to get started alongside other crafters. Materials provided for your first project. Registration is required. For more information, contact the branch at 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. Ages 18 yrs.+
Learn, Build, Play Lego® Club
Tue, Aug 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Join us for open Lego®-building time and let your imagination soar! Materials will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-270-6368 or email duartel@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 12 yrs.
Kids Craft Club
Wed, Aug 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for a morning filled with fun and simple crafts. Materials will be provided, while supplies last. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 11 yrs.
Chess & Domino Club - Club de Ajedrez y Dominó
Wed, Aug 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Pass the time by playing chess and dominoes with friends! Beginner or experienced players can match their skills and learn a few tricks about these games of strategy. Game sets will be provided. ¡Pase el tiempo jugando ajedrez y dominó con amigos! Los jugadores principiantes o experimentados pueden poner a prueba sus habilidades y aprender algunos trucos sobre estos juegos de estrategia. Se proporcionarán los juegos. For more information, contact 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. Ages 10 yrs.+
Family Storytime
Thu, Aug 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Enjoy stories, songs, and activities for the entire family! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. All ages.
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Aug 30, 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.
Read Along, Sing a Song: The Great Poocchini - Presented by the Florida Grand Opera
Sat, Aug 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dive into the enchanting world of opera with Florida Grand Opera's 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. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-270-6968 or duartel@mdpls.org. Ages 10 yrs. and under.
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Sep 06, 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.
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Sep 13, 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.
Let's Go on a Treasure Quest! - Local Author Series with Natalia Sylvester
Thu, Sep 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for an interactive storytime and treasure quest with Peruvian author Natalia Sylvester as she presents "A Maleta Full of Treasures" in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Kids will be encouraged to find gems and cherished objects all around them, just like the book character Dulce, in this crafty celebration of the places and people that make us who we are. To register and for more information contact 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. Ages 4 yrs.+
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Sep 20, 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.
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Sep 27, 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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