Hands-on History

Fri, Aug 07, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Feeling crafty and looking for ideas? Pick up a fun craft 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 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 0-11 yrs.

Mon, Aug 10, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Join fellow puzzle enthusiasts in piecing together a community jigsaw puzzle. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. All ages.

READy, Set, Go: Storytelling - Brought to you by The Children’s Trust/The Children's Trust Parent Club

Mon, Aug 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Calling all teens! Join us for this special initiative and let your voice be heard! Read a book and write a review to be featured in our online catalog. Earn four hours of community service for your contribution. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 13-18 yrs.

Tue, Aug 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Join us for a fun and interactive storytime experience! Together, we’ll explore how shared reading builds language development and early literacy skills. Families will enjoy stories, songs, and activities designed to spark a love of reading, expand vocabulary, encourage participation, and strengthen comprehension. In collaboration with FIU's Center for Children and Families. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 0-5 yrs.

Thu, Aug 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse yourself in the soothing world of coloring and creativity. Join us for a relaxing and enriching experience that combines the joy of coloring with the peaceful ambiance of the library. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Fri, Aug 14, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Feeling crafty and looking for ideas? Pick up a fun craft 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 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 0-11 yrs.

Mon, Aug 17, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Join fellow puzzle enthusiasts in piecing together a community jigsaw puzzle. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. All ages.

Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers

Mon, Aug 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Calling all teens! Join us for this special initiative and let your voice be heard! Read a book and write a review to be featured in our online catalog. Earn four hours of community service for your contribution. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 13-18 yrs.

Tue, Aug 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Join us for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 1-5 yrs.

Books by the Bay: Adult Book Club - Holmes is Missing by James Patterson

Thu, Aug 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Join fellow readers at our monthly discussion group. Limited copies of the book will be available for checkout at the library. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Fri, Aug 21, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Feeling crafty and looking for ideas? Pick up a fun craft 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 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 0-11 yrs.

Mon, Aug 24, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Join fellow puzzle enthusiasts in piecing together a community jigsaw puzzle. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. All ages.

Toddler Rock - Autism Acceptance

Mon, Aug 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Calling all teens! Join us for this special initiative and let your voice be heard! Read a book and write a review to be featured in our online catalog. Earn four hours of community service for your contribution. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 13-18 yrs.

Tue, Aug 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Join us to enjoy songs and interactive activities that encourage small children and their parents and caregivers to work together on building basic developmental skills. Led by a certified music therapist. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 19 mos. - 3 yrs.

Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers

Tue, Aug 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Join us for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 1-5 yrs.

READy, Set, Go: Music & Movement - Brought to you by The Children’s Trust/The Children's Trust Parent Club

Wed, Aug 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Earn volunteer hours while helping make 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 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 12-18 yrs.

Thu, Aug 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Get ready to move, play, and learn! This interactive storytime experience shows how music and movement boost language development and fundamental literacy in young children. Learn about activities that use rhythm, songs, and creative play to strengthen listening, focus, and comprehension, all while having fun together. In collaboration with the University of Miami. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 0-5 yrs.

Thu, Aug 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse yourself in the soothing world of coloring and creativity. Join us for a relaxing and enriching experience that combines the joy of coloring with the peaceful ambiance of the library. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Movie & a Craft - How to Train Your Dragon (2025) (PG)

Fri, Aug 28, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Feeling crafty and looking for ideas? Pick up a fun craft 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 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 0-11 yrs.

Sat, Aug 29, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Experience the magic of cinema with the joy of creating a craft. Materials will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. All ages.

Mon, Aug 31, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Join fellow puzzle enthusiasts in piecing together a community jigsaw puzzle. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. All ages.

Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers

Mon, Aug 31, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Calling all teens! Join us for this special initiative and let your voice be heard! Read a book and write a review to be featured in our online catalog. Earn four hours of community service for your contribution. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 13-18 yrs.

Tue, Sep 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Join us for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 1-5 yrs.

Wed, Sep 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Earn volunteer hours while helping make 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 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 12-18 yrs.

Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers

Fri, Sep 04, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Feeling crafty and looking for ideas? Pick up a fun craft 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 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 0-11 yrs.

Tue, Sep 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Join us for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 1-5 yrs.

Wed, Sep 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Earn volunteer hours while helping make 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 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 12-18 yrs.

Thu, Sep 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse yourself in the soothing world of coloring and creativity. Join us for a relaxing and enriching experience that combines the joy of coloring with the peaceful ambiance of the library. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Paper Plate Jellyfish Craft

Fri, Sep 11, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Feeling crafty and looking for ideas? Pick up a fun craft 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 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 0-11 yrs.

Sat, Sep 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Design your own colorful sea creature using simple materials and plenty of imagination. Materials will be provided. For more information and to register, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 6-11 yrs.

Mon, Sep 14, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Join fellow puzzle enthusiasts in piecing together a community jigsaw puzzle. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. All ages.

READy, Set, Go: Storytelling - Brought to you by The Children’s Trust/The Children's Trust Parent Club

Mon, Sep 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Calling all teens! Join us for this special initiative and let your voice be heard! Read a book and write a review to be featured in our online catalog. Earn four hours of community service for your contribution. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 13-18 yrs.

Tue, Sep 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Join us for a fun and interactive storytime experience! Together, we’ll explore how shared reading builds language development and early literacy skills. Families will enjoy stories, songs, and activities designed to spark a love of reading, expand vocabulary, encourage participation, and strengthen comprehension. In collaboration with FIU's Center for Children and Families. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 0-5 yrs.

Books by the Bay: Adult Book Club - Anxious People by Fredrik Backman

Wed, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Earn volunteer hours while helping make 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 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 12-18 yrs.

Thu, Sep 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Join fellow readers at our monthly discussion group. Limited copies of the book will be available for checkout at the library. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Fri, Sep 18, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Feeling crafty and looking for ideas? Pick up a fun craft 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 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 0-11 yrs.

Mon, Sep 21, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Join fellow puzzle enthusiasts in piecing together a community jigsaw puzzle. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. All ages.

Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers

Mon, Sep 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Calling all teens! Join us for this special initiative and let your voice be heard! Read a book and write a review to be featured in our online catalog. Earn four hours of community service for your contribution. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 13-18 yrs.

Tue, Sep 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Join us for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 1-5 yrs.

READy, Set, Go: Music & Movement - Brought to you by The Children’s Trust/The Children's Trust Parent Club

Wed, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Earn volunteer hours while helping make 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 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 12-18 yrs.

Thu, Sep 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Get ready to move, play, and learn! This interactive storytime experience shows how music and movement boost language development and fundamental literacy in young children. Learn about activities that use rhythm, songs, and creative play to strengthen listening, focus, and comprehension, all while having fun together. In collaboration with the University of Miami. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 0-5 yrs.

Thu, Sep 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse yourself in the soothing world of coloring and creativity. Join us for a relaxing and enriching experience that combines the joy of coloring with the peaceful ambiance of the library. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Movie & a Craft - Hoppers (PG)

Fri, Sep 25, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Feeling crafty and looking for ideas? Pick up a fun craft 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 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 0-11 yrs.

Sat, Sep 26, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Experience the magic of cinema with the joy of creating a craft. Materials will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. All ages.

Mon, Sep 28, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Join fellow puzzle enthusiasts in piecing together a community jigsaw puzzle. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. All ages.

Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers

Mon, Sep 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Calling all teens! Join us for this special initiative and let your voice be heard! Read a book and write a review to be featured in our online catalog. Earn four hours of community service for your contribution. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 13-18 yrs.

Tue, Sep 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Join us for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 1-5 yrs.