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"Sea Salt and Coffee Beans" by Grace Santamaria | Local Author Series
2026-06-13 16:00:00 2026-06-13 17:00:00 America/New_York Book Club Join us for a special presentation with local author Grace Santamaria as she answers your questions about her debut novel, "Sea Salt and Coffee Beans"—a story about a driven woman navigating her career, immigration struggles, and unexpected romance in vibrant Miami. To request a copy of the book or for more information, please call the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+ Country Walk Branch -

Saturday, June 13
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-13 16:00:00 2026-06-13 17:00:00 America/New_York Book Club Join us for a special presentation with local author Grace Santamaria as she answers your questions about her debut novel, "Sea Salt and Coffee Beans"—a story about a driven woman navigating her career, immigration struggles, and unexpected romance in vibrant Miami. To request a copy of the book or for more information, please call the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+ Country Walk Branch -

Join us for a special presentation with local author Grace Santamaria as she answers your questions about her debut novel, "Sea Salt and Coffee Beans"—a story about a driven woman navigating her career, immigration struggles, and unexpected romance in vibrant Miami. To request a copy of the book or for more information, please call the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Biography

Grace Santamaria is a Colombian American author of contemporary fiction who writes stories about Latinas making bold moves and rising to life’s challenges. Her debut novel, Sea Salt and Coffee Beans, blends toxic office drama, immigration struggles, messy family dynamics, and plenty of romance.

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults (55+) | Adult (19+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Reading & Literacy | In-Person | Conversation Circles | Book Clubs |

TAGS: | Summer Reading Challenge | Local Author Series | Literature | Literacy | In-Person | Hobbies & Special Interest | Author Appearance |

Country Walk Branch
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Phone: 786-293-4577
Branch manager
Gabriella Imbimbo
Hours
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Mon, May 18 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Tue, May 19 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 20 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 21 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 22 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 23 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sun, May 24 Closed
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Gabriella Imbimbo
Address
15433 Southwest 137th Avenue
Miami, FL 33177
Tel: 786-293-4577

Upcoming events

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English Conversation Circle
Tue, May 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Looking to improve your English-speaking skills while connecting with others in your community? This is the place for you! Our conversation circle offers an informal, stress-free setting where you can practice speaking and build confidence in expressing yourself. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Déjame que te cuente un cuento en ingles y español
Wed, May 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Únase a nosotros para disfrutar de cuentos y canciones en inglés y español, especialmente diseñados para niños en edad preescolar. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 3-5 yrs.
Creative Crochet: Helping Hands
Wed, May 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Express your creativity and help others as we crochet mats out of repurposed plastic bags for people experiencing homelessness. Don't know how to crochet? We'll teach you the basics and assist you along the way! You are also welcome to work on personal projects. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Thursday Tales and Tots
Thu, May 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Experience this interactive program with lively read-alouds and playful songs that build early literacy skills. Come share special moments, make new friends and create a love of reading - one tale at a time! For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 0-5 yrs.
Imagination Station
Thu, May 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Work on a fun craft or a simple STEAM activity each week. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4933 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 5-12yrs.
Color Your Cares Away!
Fri, May 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Create, socialize and unwind with a relaxing coloring session. Materials will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Navigating U.S. Citizenship
Fri, May 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Practice for the U.S. Citizenship test and receive more information about the naturalization process, including assistance with passport-related matters. This program will be held in English and Spanish. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Country Walk Book Club - Little Fires Everywhere, Celeste Ng & The Candle and The Flame, Nafiza Azad
Sat, May 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Enjoy lively discussions, discover new faves and connect with fellow book lovers in a welcoming environment. This month, choose between Little Fires Everywhere, a domestic drama novel that explores themes of motherhood, social class and race in a suburban setting or The Candle and the Flame, a fantasy novel for young adults set in a magical city inspired by Kashmir. These books can be found on Hoopla and Libby or requested at the branch. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
English Conversation Circle
Tue, Jun 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Looking to improve your English-speaking skills while connecting with others in your community? This is the place for you! Our conversation circle offers an informal, stress-free setting where you can practice speaking and build confidence in expressing yourself. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Déjame que te cuente un cuento en ingles y español
Wed, Jun 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Únase a nosotros para disfrutar de cuentos y canciones en inglés y español, especialmente diseñados para niños en edad preescolar. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 3-5 yrs.
Creative Crochet: Helping Hands
Wed, Jun 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Express your creativity and help others as we crochet mats out of repurposed plastic bags for people experiencing homelessness. Don't know how to crochet? We'll teach you the basics and assist you along the way! You are also welcome to work on personal projects. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Thursday Tales and Tots
Thu, Jun 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Experience this interactive program with lively read-alouds and playful songs that build early literacy skills. Come share special moments, make new friends and create a love of reading - one tale at a time! For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 0-5 yrs.
Imagination Station
Thu, Jun 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Work on a fun craft or a simple STEAM activity each week. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4933 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 5-12yrs.
Write-Up: Teen Book Reviews
Sat, Jun 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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 (4) of community service for your contribution. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 13 - 18 yrs.
English Conversation Circle
Tue, Jun 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Looking to improve your English-speaking skills while connecting with others in your community? This is the place for you! Our conversation circle offers an informal, stress-free setting where you can practice speaking and build confidence in expressing yourself. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Déjame que te cuente un cuento en ingles y español
Wed, Jun 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Únase a nosotros para disfrutar de cuentos y canciones en inglés y español, especialmente diseñados para niños en edad preescolar. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 3-5 yrs.
Creative Crochet: Helping Hands
Wed, Jun 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Express your creativity and help others as we crochet mats out of repurposed plastic bags for people experiencing homelessness. Don't know how to crochet? We'll teach you the basics and assist you along the way! You are also welcome to work on personal projects. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Thursday Tales and Tots
Thu, Jun 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Experience this interactive program with lively read-alouds and playful songs that build early literacy skills. Come share special moments, make new friends and create a love of reading - one tale at a time! For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 0-5 yrs.
Imagination Station
Thu, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Work on a fun craft or a simple STEAM activity each week. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4933 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 5-12yrs.
Color Your Cares Away!
Fri, Jun 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Create, socialize and unwind with a relaxing coloring session. Materials will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Summer Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Jun 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 and Kislak Foundation.
Book Club - "Sea Salt and Coffee Beans" by Grace Santamaria | Local Author Series
Sat, Jun 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for a special presentation with local author Grace Santamaria as she answers your questions about her debut novel, "Sea Salt and Coffee Beans"—a story about a driven woman navigating her career, immigration struggles, and unexpected romance in vibrant Miami. To request a copy of the book or for more information, please call the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Write-Up: Teen Book Reviews
Sat, Jun 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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 (4) of community service for your contribution. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 13 - 18 yrs.
English Conversation Circle
Tue, Jun 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Looking to improve your English-speaking skills while connecting with others in your community? This is the place for you! Our conversation circle offers an informal, stress-free setting where you can practice speaking and build confidence in expressing yourself. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Déjame que te cuente un cuento en ingles y español
Wed, Jun 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Únase a nosotros para disfrutar de cuentos y canciones en inglés y español, especialmente diseñados para niños en edad preescolar. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 3-5 yrs.
Creative Crochet: Helping Hands
Wed, Jun 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Express your creativity and help others as we crochet mats out of repurposed plastic bags for people experiencing homelessness. Don't know how to crochet? We'll teach you the basics and assist you along the way! You are also welcome to work on personal projects. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Thursday Tales and Tots
Thu, Jun 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Experience this interactive program with lively read-alouds and playful songs that build early literacy skills. Come share special moments, make new friends and create a love of reading - one tale at a time! For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 0-5 yrs.
Imagination Station: DIY Light-Up Father's Day Card
Thu, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us as we learn all about paper circuits and create our own Father's Day cards for the paternal figures in our lives. Materials will be provided. Younger children may need supervision. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 5-12 yrs.
Summer Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Jun 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 and Kislak Foundation.
Write-Up: Teen Book Reviews
Sat, Jun 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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 (4) of community service for your contribution. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 13 - 18 yrs.
English Conversation Circle
Tue, Jun 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Looking to improve your English-speaking skills while connecting with others in your community? This is the place for you! Our conversation circle offers an informal, stress-free setting where you can practice speaking and build confidence in expressing yourself. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Déjame que te cuente un cuento en ingles y español
Wed, Jun 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Únase a nosotros para disfrutar de cuentos y canciones en inglés y español, especialmente diseñados para niños en edad preescolar. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 3-5 yrs.
Creative Crochet: Helping Hands
Wed, Jun 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Express your creativity and help others as we crochet mats out of repurposed plastic bags for people experiencing homelessness. Don't know how to crochet? We'll teach you the basics and assist you along the way! You are also welcome to work on personal projects. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Thursday Tales and Tots
Thu, Jun 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Experience this interactive program with lively read-alouds and playful songs that build early literacy skills. Come share special moments, make new friends and create a love of reading - one tale at a time! For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 0-5 yrs.
Imagination Station: DIY Tie-Dye T-Shirts
Thu, Jun 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Start of summer with a classic craft and have a blast making your own tie-dye t-shirts! All you need to bring is a white t-shirt. Younger children may need adult supervision. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 12 yrs.
Navigating U.S. Citizenship
Fri, Jun 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Practice for the U.S. Citizenship test and receive more information about the naturalization process, including assistance with passport-related matters. This program will be held in English and Spanish. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Color Your Cares Away!
Fri, Jun 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Create, socialize and unwind with a relaxing coloring session. Materials will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Summer Homework Help and Tutoring
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.
Wildlife Show - Summer Reading Challenge
Sat, Jun 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us for the ultimate animal encounter! Meet a variety of friendly critters during this presentation led by an experienced animal trainer. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. All ages.
Write-Up: Teen Book Reviews
Sat, Jun 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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 (4) of community service for your contribution. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 13 - 18 yrs.
English Conversation Circle
Tue, Jun 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Looking to improve your English-speaking skills while connecting with others in your community? This is the place for you! Our conversation circle offers an informal, stress-free setting where you can practice speaking and build confidence in expressing yourself. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Summer Homework Help and Tutoring
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.
Write-Up: Teen Book Reviews
Sat, Jul 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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 (4) of community service for your contribution. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 13 - 18 yrs.
Summer Homework Help and Tutoring
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.
Write-Up: Teen Book Reviews
Sat, Jul 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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 (4) of community service for your contribution. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-293-4577 or imbimbog@mdpls.org. Ages 13 - 18 yrs.
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