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Local Author Series with Andres Cardenas

"Daniel & the Shard of Forever" / "Daniel y el Cristal del Guardián Eterno"

2025-12-20 15:00:00 2025-12-20 16:00:00 America/New_York Local Author Series with Andres Cardenas Join local author Andrés Cárdenas on an epic adventure as he presents their book "Daniel and the Shard of Forever." Learn about the writing process and the inspiration behind the characters. After the presentation, enjoy a fun activity inspired by the book. The program will be presented in Spanish and English. For more information, contact the branch at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Best for ages 8 years+. International Mall Branch -

Saturday, December 20
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-12-20 15:00:00 2025-12-20 16:00:00 America/New_York Local Author Series with Andres Cardenas Join local author Andrés Cárdenas on an epic adventure as he presents their book "Daniel and the Shard of Forever." Learn about the writing process and the inspiration behind the characters. After the presentation, enjoy a fun activity inspired by the book. The program will be presented in Spanish and English. For more information, contact the branch at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Best for ages 8 years+. International Mall Branch -

Join local author Andrés Cárdenas on an epic adventure as he presents their book "Daniel and the Shard of Forever." Learn about the writing process and the inspiration behind the characters. After the presentation, enjoy a fun activity inspired by the book. The program will be presented in Spanish and English. For more information, contact the branch at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Best for ages 8 years+.

Author's Biography

Andrés Cárdenas is a Venezuelan author and storyteller based in Doral, Florida. His passion for writing began as a way to connect more deeply with his son, turning bedtime stories into magical adventures that soon became the foundation for the Daniel saga. Inspired by his role as a father and his love for epic tales filled with mystery and courage, Andrés brings heartfelt imagination to every page. Daniel and the Shard of Forever is his debut novel, blending emotion, fantasy, and cinematic action to create a story that resonates with readers of all ages—especially those between 8 and 14. He hopes to inspire children to read more, dream big, and believe in their own power to face challenges. Through the story of Daniel and his loyal dog Mila, Andrés shares messages about family, friendship, bravery, and hope that reflect values close to his heart. He continues to write the next chapters of Daniel’s journey, always guided by the wide-eyed wonder of childhood and the belief that every great adventure begins with a simple “what if…”

International Mall Branch

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Phone: 305-594-2514
Branch manager
John Symons

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Mon, Jun 22 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jun 23 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jun 24 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jun 25 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jun 26 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 27 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jun 28 Closed

Branch manager
John Symons
Address
10315 Northwest 12th Street
Doral, FL 33172
Tel: 305-594-2514

Upcoming events

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Sat, Jun 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 and Kislak Foundation.

Sat, Jun 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Want to try your hand at STEAM based crafts? Participate in our STEAM hour, where we will combine elements of science, technology, engineering, art, and math to learn new things. Materials will be provided. Registration Required. For more information, please contact the library at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 12 yrs.
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Sat, Jun 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. For more information, please contact the library at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Sat, Jun 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Get creative and have fun building with LEGO® blocks. For more information, please contact the library at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 8 yrs.

Tue, Jun 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us for weekly crafts! Materials will be provided. Registration required. For more information, please contact 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 6 -11 yrs.

Wed, Jul 01, All day
Feeling crafty and looking for ideas? Pick up a fun craft kit at the library that you can make at home. Available while supplies last. Projects may require adult supervision. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 11 yrs.

Thu, Jul 02, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Join us for bilingual stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos.-3 yrs. Acompáñenos a escuchar cuentos, cantar canciones y realizar actividades en inglés y español para niños pequeños y sus cuidadores. Para más información, contacte al 305-594-2514 o symonsj@mdpls.org. Para edades de 18 meses a 3 años.

Tue, Jul 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us for weekly crafts! Materials will be provided. Registration required. For more information, please contact 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 6 -11 yrs.

Wed, Jul 08, All day
Feeling crafty and looking for ideas? Pick up a fun craft kit at the library that you can make at home. Available while supplies last. Projects may require adult supervision. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 11 yrs.

Wed, Jul 08, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
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 State Attorney's Office at mailbox@miamisao.com or the branch 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Thu, Jul 09, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Join us for bilingual stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos.-3 yrs. Acompáñenos a escuchar cuentos, cantar canciones y realizar actividades en inglés y español para niños pequeños y sus cuidadores. Para más información, contacte al 305-594-2514 o symonsj@mdpls.org. Para edades de 18 meses a 3 años.

Sat, Jul 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 and Kislak Foundation.

Sat, Jul 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Want to try your hand at STEAM based crafts? Participate in our STEAM hour, where we will combine elements of science, technology, engineering, art, and math to learn new things. Materials will be provided. Registration Required. For more information, please contact the library at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 12 yrs.

Sat, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. For more information, please contact the library at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Sat, Jul 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Get creative and have fun building with LEGO® blocks. For more information, please contact the library at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 8 yrs.

Tue, Jul 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us for weekly crafts! Materials will be provided. Registration required. For more information, please contact 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 6 -11 yrs.

Wed, Jul 15, All day
Feeling crafty and looking for ideas? Pick up a fun craft kit at the library that you can make at home. Available while supplies last. Projects may require adult supervision. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 11 yrs.

Thu, Jul 16, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Join us for bilingual stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos.-3 yrs. Acompáñenos a escuchar cuentos, cantar canciones y realizar actividades en inglés y español para niños pequeños y sus cuidadores. Para más información, contacte al 305-594-2514 o symonsj@mdpls.org. Para edades de 18 meses a 3 años.

Sat, Jul 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 and Kislak Foundation.

Sat, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. For more information, please contact the library at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Sat, Jul 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Get creative and have fun building with LEGO® blocks. For more information, please contact the library at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 8 yrs.

Sat, Jul 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join magician Brent Gregory for an interactive show that combines mind-bending magic with comedy! In partnership with the U.S. Army Garrison-Miami. For more information, please contact the library at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. All Ages.

Tue, Jul 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us for weekly crafts! Materials will be provided. Registration required. For more information, please contact 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 6 -11 yrs.

Wed, Jul 22, All day
Feeling crafty and looking for ideas? Pick up a fun craft kit at the library that you can make at home. Available while supplies last. Projects may require adult supervision. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 11 yrs.

Thu, Jul 23, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Join us for bilingual stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos.-3 yrs. Acompáñenos a escuchar cuentos, cantar canciones y realizar actividades en inglés y español para niños pequeños y sus cuidadores. Para más información, contacte al 305-594-2514 o symonsj@mdpls.org. Para edades de 18 meses a 3 años.

Sat, Jul 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 and Kislak Foundation.

Sat, Jul 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Beloved American author Mark Twain’s hilarious classic short story comes to life through dance. Smiley, the gambler, bets that his frog can out-jump any frog in Calaveras County; but the mysterious stranger has something up his sleeve! The story is told through Mark Twain’s prose, bluegrass and country music, colorful costumes and high-jumping dance movement. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. All ages.

Sat, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. For more information, please contact the library at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Sat, Jul 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Get creative and have fun building with LEGO® blocks. For more information, please contact the library at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 8 yrs.

Tue, Jul 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us for weekly crafts! Materials will be provided. Registration required. For more information, please contact 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 6 -11 yrs.

Wed, Jul 29, All day
Feeling crafty and looking for ideas? Pick up a fun craft kit at the library that you can make at home. Available while supplies last. Projects may require adult supervision. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 11 yrs.

Wed, Jul 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
This ten-week series presented by Hispanic Unity of Florida is designed to help qualified individuals prepare for the U.S. citizenship test. Participants will learn about eligibility requirements, U.S. history and government, interview tips and more. Registration required. For more information, please contact 05-594-2514 or email symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Thu, Jul 30, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Join us for bilingual stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos.-3 yrs. Acompáñenos a escuchar cuentos, cantar canciones y realizar actividades en inglés y español para niños pequeños y sus cuidadores. Para más información, contacte al 305-594-2514 o symonsj@mdpls.org. Para edades de 18 meses a 3 años.

Sat, Aug 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 and Kislak Foundation.

Sat, Aug 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Want to try your hand at STEAM based crafts? Participate in our STEAM hour, where we will combine elements of science, technology, engineering, art, and math to learn new things. Materials will be provided. Registration Required. For more information, please contact the library at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 12 yrs.

Sat, Aug 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. For more information, please contact the library at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Sat, Aug 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Get creative and have fun building with LEGO® blocks. For more information, please contact the library at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 8 yrs.

Tue, Aug 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us for weekly crafts! Materials will be provided. Registration required. For more information, please contact 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 6 -11 yrs.

Wed, Aug 05, All day
Feeling crafty and looking for ideas? Pick up a fun craft kit at the library that you can make at home. Available while supplies last. Projects may require adult supervision. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 11 yrs.

Wed, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
This ten-week series presented by Hispanic Unity of Florida is designed to help qualified individuals prepare for the U.S. citizenship test. Participants will learn about eligibility requirements, U.S. history and government, interview tips and more. Registration required. For more information, please contact 05-594-2514 or email symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Thu, Aug 06, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Join us for bilingual stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos.-3 yrs. Acompáñenos a escuchar cuentos, cantar canciones y realizar actividades en inglés y español para niños pequeños y sus cuidadores. Para más información, contacte al 305-594-2514 o symonsj@mdpls.org. Para edades de 18 meses a 3 años.

Fri, Aug 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
The Parent Academy del Sistema de Escuelas Públicas de Miami-Dade, proporcionará información a los padres sobre recursos útiles disponibles para ayudar a sus hijos a tener éxito en la escuela. Para más información, comuníquese con la biblioteca al 305-954-2514 o symonsj@mdpls.org. Para mayores de 19 años.

Fri, Aug 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
The Miami-Dade Public School System's Parent Academy will be providing information for parents about useful resources available to them to help their children succeed in school. For more information, please contact 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Sat, Aug 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 and Kislak Foundation.

Sat, Aug 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. For more information, please contact the library at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Sat, Aug 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us for a visit from the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station! Meet and greet two ambassador animals native to Florida, plus enjoy a book reading and a fun hands-on activity. For more information, contact 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. All ages.

Sat, Aug 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Get creative and have fun building with LEGO® blocks. For more information, please contact the library at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 8 yrs.

Tue, Aug 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us for weekly crafts! Materials will be provided. Registration required. For more information, please contact 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 6 -11 yrs.

Wed, Aug 12, All day
Feeling crafty and looking for ideas? Pick up a fun craft kit at the library that you can make at home. Available while supplies last. Projects may require adult supervision. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 11 yrs.

Wed, Aug 12, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
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 State Attorney's Office at mailbox@miamisao.com or the branch 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Wed, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
This ten-week series presented by Hispanic Unity of Florida is designed to help qualified individuals prepare for the U.S. citizenship test. Participants will learn about eligibility requirements, U.S. history and government, interview tips and more. Registration required. For more information, please contact 05-594-2514 or email symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Thu, Aug 13, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Join us for bilingual stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos.-3 yrs. Acompáñenos a escuchar cuentos, cantar canciones y realizar actividades en inglés y español para niños pequeños y sus cuidadores. Para más información, contacte al 305-594-2514 o symonsj@mdpls.org. Para edades de 18 meses a 3 años.

Sat, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. For more information, please contact the library at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Sat, Aug 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Get creative and have fun building with LEGO® blocks. For more information, please contact the library at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 8 yrs.

Tue, Aug 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us for weekly crafts! Materials will be provided. Registration required. For more information, please contact 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 6 -11 yrs.

Wed, Aug 19, All day
Feeling crafty and looking for ideas? Pick up a fun craft kit at the library that you can make at home. Available while supplies last. Projects may require adult supervision. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 11 yrs.

Wed, Aug 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
This ten-week series presented by Hispanic Unity of Florida is designed to help qualified individuals prepare for the U.S. citizenship test. Participants will learn about eligibility requirements, U.S. history and government, interview tips and more. Registration required. For more information, please contact 05-594-2514 or email symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Thu, Aug 20, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Join us for bilingual stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos.-3 yrs. Acompáñenos a escuchar cuentos, cantar canciones y realizar actividades en inglés y español para niños pequeños y sus cuidadores. Para más información, contacte al 305-594-2514 o symonsj@mdpls.org. Para edades de 18 meses a 3 años.

Sat, Aug 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. For more information, please contact the library at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Sat, Aug 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Get creative and have fun building with LEGO® blocks. For more information, please contact the library at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 8 yrs.

Tue, Aug 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us for weekly crafts! Materials will be provided. Registration required. For more information, please contact 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 6 -11 yrs.

Wed, Aug 26, All day
Feeling crafty and looking for ideas? Pick up a fun craft kit at the library that you can make at home. Available while supplies last. Projects may require adult supervision. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-594-2514 or symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 11 yrs.

Wed, Aug 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
This ten-week series presented by Hispanic Unity of Florida is designed to help qualified individuals prepare for the U.S. citizenship test. Participants will learn about eligibility requirements, U.S. history and government, interview tips and more. Registration required. For more information, please contact 05-594-2514 or email symonsj@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+