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Levi Strauss, the Gold Rush and the World’s Most Famous Pair of Pants!

Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month - America 250
2026-05-27 17:00:00 2026-05-27 18:00:00 America/New_York Levi Strauss, the Gold Rush and the World’s Most Famous Pair of Pants! Join historian Anette Isaacs as she presents a captivating look at how Levi Strauss, a savvy Bavarian-Jewish immigrant, helped shape the legend of the American West with his invention of the iconic blue jeans. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-864-5392 or varelah@mdpls.org. Ages 18 yrs.+ North Shore Branch -

Wednesday, May 27
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-05-27 17:00:00 2026-05-27 18:00:00 America/New_York Levi Strauss, the Gold Rush and the World’s Most Famous Pair of Pants! Join historian Anette Isaacs as she presents a captivating look at how Levi Strauss, a savvy Bavarian-Jewish immigrant, helped shape the legend of the American West with his invention of the iconic blue jeans. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-864-5392 or varelah@mdpls.org. Ages 18 yrs.+ North Shore Branch -

Join historian Anette Isaacs as she presents a captivating look at how Levi Strauss, a savvy Bavarian-Jewish immigrant, helped shape the legend of the American West with his invention of the iconic blue jeans. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-864-5392 or varelah@mdpls.org. Ages 18 yrs.+

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

EVENT TYPE: | Special Event | Performances & Presentations | In-Person | History | Education |

TAGS: | Jewish American Heritage | Education | Cultural Events | America 250 |

North Shore Branch
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Phone: 305-864-5392
Branch manager
Joseph Truglio
Hours
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We're closed Friday May 08
Mon, May 04 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Tue, May 05 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 06 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 07 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 08 Closed
Sat, May 09 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sun, May 10 Closed
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Branch manager
Joseph Truglio
Address
7501 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33141
Tel: 305-864-5392

Upcoming events

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Read It, Make It and Take It
Sat, May 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for a fun, engaging program designed to boost literacy, creativity and fine motor skills. This is an opportunity for hands-on learning, where children connect the characters, themes and settings from the book into a piece of art they can take home. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-864-5392. Ages 3-10 yrs.
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Tue, May 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and finger plays for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch 305-864-5392 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 0 mos. - 3 yrs.
Sensory Friendly Playtime
Wed, May 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for a calming experience to nurture your child's five senses. This inclusive environment is ideal for children facing sensory integration challenges and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-864-5392 or varelah@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 5 yrs.
Kid Rock!
Thu, May 14, 11:00am - 11:45am
Build your child's developmental skills through the use of music and movement. Activities will encourage caregivers to join in on the fun with their toddler. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-864-5392 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 5 yrs.
Read It, Make It and Take It
Sat, May 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for a fun, engaging program designed to boost literacy, creativity and fine motor skills. This is an opportunity for hands-on learning, where children connect the characters, themes and settings from the book into a piece of art they can take home. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-864-5392. Ages 3-10 yrs.
Rescheduled
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz - America 250 - Presented by Fantasy Theatre Factory
Sat, May 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
New date Saturday, June 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Follow the Yellow Brick Road like you’ve never seen it before in Fantasy Theatre Factory’s “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz” - a fast, funny, and wildly theatrical spin on L. Frank Baum’s classic, bursting with South Florida flavor, playful surprises, and big-hearted adventure. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-864-5392 or varelah@mdpls.org. Ages 5-12 yrs.
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Tue, May 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and finger plays for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch 305-864-5392 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 0 mos. - 3 yrs.
Sensory Friendly Playtime
Wed, May 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for a calming experience to nurture your child's five senses. This inclusive environment is ideal for children facing sensory integration challenges and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-864-5392 or varelah@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 5 yrs.
Read It, Make It and Take It
Sat, May 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for a fun, engaging program designed to boost literacy, creativity and fine motor skills. This is an opportunity for hands-on learning, where children connect the characters, themes and settings from the book into a piece of art they can take home. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-864-5392. Ages 3-10 yrs.
Vegan Steak Class for Adults
Sat, May 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Steak without the cow? It's a thing! Join chef Janay Laing for a delicious introduction to plant-based steaks, which includes a cooking demo and tasting of several of the best vegan steaks on the market, along with an informative health talk.  Participants will receive a surprise dessert. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-864-5392 or hallj@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Tue, May 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and finger plays for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch 305-864-5392 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 0 mos. - 3 yrs.
Sensory Friendly Playtime
Wed, May 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for a calming experience to nurture your child's five senses. This inclusive environment is ideal for children facing sensory integration challenges and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-864-5392 or varelah@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 5 yrs.
Levi Strauss, the Gold Rush and the World’s Most Famous Pair of Pants! - Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month - America 250
Wed, May 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join historian Anette Isaacs as she presents a captivating look at how Levi Strauss, a savvy Bavarian-Jewish immigrant, helped shape the legend of the American West with his invention of the iconic blue jeans. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-864-5392 or varelah@mdpls.org. Ages 18 yrs.+
Kid Rock!
Thu, May 28, 11:00am - 11:45am
Build your child's developmental skills through the use of music and movement. Activities will encourage caregivers to join in on the fun with their toddler. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-864-5392 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 5 yrs.
Read It, Make It and Take It
Sat, May 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for a fun, engaging program designed to boost literacy, creativity and fine motor skills. This is an opportunity for hands-on learning, where children connect the characters, themes and settings from the book into a piece of art they can take home. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-864-5392. Ages 3-10 yrs.
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Babies and Toddlers
Tue, Jun 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and finger plays for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch 305-864-5392 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 0 mos. - 3 yrs.
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Babies and Toddlers
Tue, Jun 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and finger plays for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch 305-864-5392 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 0 mos. - 3 yrs.
Kid Rock!
Thu, Jun 11, 11:00am - 11:45am
Build your child's developmental skills through the use of music and movement. Activities will encourage caregivers to join in on the fun with their toddler. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-864-5392 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 5 yrs.
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz - America 250 - Presented by Fantasy Theatre Factory
Sat, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Follow the Yellow Brick Road like you’ve never seen it before in Fantasy Theatre Factory’s “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz” - a fast, funny, and wildly theatrical spin on L. Frank Baum’s classic, bursting with South Florida flavor, playful surprises, and big-hearted adventure. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-864-5392 or varelah@mdpls.org. Ages 5-12 yrs.
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Babies and Toddlers
Tue, Jun 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and finger plays for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch 305-864-5392 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 0 mos. - 3 yrs.
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Babies and Toddlers
Tue, Jun 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and finger plays for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch 305-864-5392 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 0 mos. - 3 yrs.
Kid Rock!
Thu, Jun 25, 11:00am - 11:45am
Build your child's developmental skills through the use of music and movement. Activities will encourage caregivers to join in on the fun with their toddler. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-864-5392 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 5 yrs.
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Babies and Toddlers
Tue, Jun 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and finger plays for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch 305-864-5392 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 0 mos. - 3 yrs.
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Babies and Toddlers
Tue, Jul 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and finger plays for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch 305-864-5392 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 0 mos. - 3 yrs.
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