Aging Like a Pro

Thu, Apr 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Join us for stories, songs and activities for children and their families. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. All ages.

Sat, Apr 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.

Mon, Apr 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

From making presentations, storytelling and interviews to salary negotiations or just giving a toast, improve your communication and leadership skills with Toastmasters. Facilitated by Grove-Gables Toastmasters. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or bas@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Mon, Apr 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn how to create an eye-catching resume and how to search for jobs online. Please bring a list of your employment and education history and bring a USB flash drive. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Chess Club

Tue, Apr 14, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Whether you want to learn the basics or are looking for a challenge, we invite you to join us for a game of chess. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. Ages 8 - 18 yrs.

Thu, Apr 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Join us for stories, songs and activities for children and their families. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. All ages.

Orchids 101 - Florida-Friendly Landscaping

Sat, Apr 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, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Orchids add color and attract pollinators to a Florida-friendly landscape. Learn our recommendations for the best orchid selections for South Florida, as well as the best practices to care for them in your home garden. Registration is required. Presented by a Master Gardener from UF/IFAS Extension. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

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

Mon, Apr 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn how to create an eye-catching resume and how to search for jobs online. Please bring a list of your employment and education history and bring a USB flash drive. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Chess Club

Tue, Apr 21, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Whether you want to learn the basics or are looking for a challenge, we invite you to join us for a game of chess. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. Ages 8 - 18 yrs.

Wed, Apr 22, 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, contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 5 yrs.

Thu, Apr 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Join us for stories, songs and activities for children and their families. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. All ages.

Sat, Apr 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.

STEM Saturday

Sat, Apr 25, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Enjoy fun, hands-on STEM activities presented by Florida International University undergraduate students. Materials will be provided. Made possible by Green Family Foundation NeighborhoodHELP. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 15 yrs.

Mon, Apr 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

From making presentations, storytelling and interviews to salary negotiations or just giving a toast, improve your communication and leadership skills with Toastmasters. Facilitated by Grove-Gables Toastmasters. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or bas@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Aging Like a Pro - Scams and Schemes

Mon, Apr 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn how to create an eye-catching resume and how to search for jobs online. Please bring a list of your employment and education history and bring a USB flash drive. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Chess Club

Tue, Apr 28, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Whether you want to learn the basics or are looking for a challenge, we invite you to join us for a game of chess. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. Ages 8 - 18 yrs.

Thu, Apr 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm

This lunch and learn program covers key aspects of aging well, including how to protect yourself from fraudulent activities, recognizing scams, and the resources available. Registration is required. Presented with the University of Miami's Evelyn F. McKnight Brain Institute. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. Ages 55 yrs.+

Thu, Apr 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Join us for stories, songs and activities for children and their families. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. All ages.

Sat, May 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.

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

Mon, May 04, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn how to create an eye-catching resume and how to search for jobs online. Please bring a list of your employment and education history and bring a USB flash drive. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Wed, May 06, 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, contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 5 yrs.

Thu, May 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Join us for stories, songs and activities for children and their families. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. All ages.

Friendship Through Flowers

Sat, May 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.

Sat, May 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Discover the beauty of Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging. Join us to learn more about this ancient practice and try your hand at creating your own stunning ikebana arrangement. Materials provided. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. Ages 19+

Mon, May 11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

From making presentations, storytelling and interviews to salary negotiations or just giving a toast, improve your communication and leadership skills with Toastmasters. Facilitated by Grove-Gables Toastmasters. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or bas@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Mon, May 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn how to create an eye-catching resume and how to search for jobs online. Please bring a list of your employment and education history and bring a USB flash drive. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Fabric Painting

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

Learn about fabric painting techniques to transform items in your closet into works of art. Have fun painting your own canvas bag. Materials provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or basm@mdpls.org. Ages 18 yrs.+

Thu, May 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Join us for stories, songs and activities for children and their families. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. All ages.

Sat, May 16, 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.

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

Mon, May 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn how to create an eye-catching resume and how to search for jobs online. Please bring a list of your employment and education history and bring a USB flash drive. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Wed, May 20, 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, contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 5 yrs.

Thu, May 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Join us for stories, songs and activities for children and their families. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. All ages.

Sat, May 23, 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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Florida Licensing on Wheels (FLOW)

Mon, May 25, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

From making presentations, storytelling and interviews to salary negotiations or just giving a toast, improve your communication and leadership skills with Toastmasters. Facilitated by Grove-Gables Toastmasters. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or bas@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Tue, May 26, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Visit FLOW at the library to renew, replace or update your driver’s license. Representatives can also assist you with getting a new Florida identification card, renewing your vehicle registration, purchasing a special license plate and more! For more information and to register, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. Ages 18 yrs.+

Thu, May 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Join us for stories, songs and activities for children and their families. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. All ages.

Aging Like a Pro: Mind, Body and Wellness Series - See Well, Age Well

Mon, Jun 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Learn how to create an eye-catching resume and how to search for jobs online. Please bring a list of your employment and education history and bring a USB flash drive. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Thu, Jun 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm

This lunch and learn program covers key aspects of aging well, including sleep, nutrition, mindfulness and fitness. Gain expert insights and practical tips to support a healthier brain and body. Registration is required. Presented with the University of Miami's Evelyn F. McKnight Brain Institute. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. Ages 55 yrs.+

Wildlife Show - Summer Reading Challenge

Thu, Jun 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Join us for stories, songs and activities for children and their families. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. All ages.

Sat, Jun 06, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

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 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. All ages.

Mon, Jun 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

From making presentations, storytelling and interviews to salary negotiations or just giving a toast, improve your communication and leadership skills with Toastmasters. Facilitated by Grove-Gables Toastmasters. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or bas@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+