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Butterflies in Your Backyard

Florida-Friendly Landscaping
2026-09-26 14:00:00 2026-09-26 15:00:00 America/New_York Butterflies in Your Backyard Learn to find and identify South Florida butterflies in South Florida according to zip code and the habitats in the area. Discover which native plants attract different species and learn how to create a butterfly-friendly garden at home to support and observe them year-round. Presented by a Master Gardener from UF/IFAS Extension. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+ Coral Gables Branch -

Saturday, September 26
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-09-26 14:00:00 2026-09-26 15:00:00 America/New_York Butterflies in Your Backyard Learn to find and identify South Florida butterflies in South Florida according to zip code and the habitats in the area. Discover which native plants attract different species and learn how to create a butterfly-friendly garden at home to support and observe them year-round. Presented by a Master Gardener from UF/IFAS Extension. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+ Coral Gables Branch -

Learn to find and identify South Florida butterflies in South Florida according to zip code and the habitats in the area. Discover which native plants attract different species and learn how to create a butterfly-friendly garden at home to support and observe them year-round. Presented by a Master Gardener from UF/IFAS Extension. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

AGE GROUP: | Adult (19+) |

EVENT TYPE: | In-Person |

TAGS: | Gardening |

Coral Gables Branch
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Phone: 305-442-8706
Branch manager
Brent Capley
Hours
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Mon, Jul 06 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jul 07 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 08 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 09 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jul 10 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 11 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jul 12 Closed
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Brent Capley
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3443 Segovia Street
Coral Gables, FL 33134
Tel: 305-442-8706

Upcoming events

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Screen-free Saturday
Sat, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bring the whole family and unplug with us! Enjoy quality time together without screens, featuring new activities each week to keep things fresh and exciting. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. All ages.
Magic: The Gathering for Beginners & Pros
Sat, Jul 11, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Are you a seasoned Planeswalker or new to Magic: The Gathering? Join us for a game or learn to play. Cards and instructions are provided or bring your own deck to challenge others. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 13 yrs.+
Chess Club
Sat, Jul 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+
Florida Licensing on Wheels (FLOW)
Mon, Jul 13, 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, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
It's World Cup Time: Trade Your Stickers!
Tue, Jul 14, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
It's happening! Whether you're missing Ronaldo, Haaland, Mbappé or Messi, bring all your players. Connect with other football fans from all over the world and swap PANINI stickers to complete your World Cup sticker album. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. All ages.
Coral Gables Movie Night - Blade Runner - The Final Cut (R)
Tue, Jul 14, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
In the year 2019, the police department forces Rick Deckard (Ford) out of retirement to hunt four genetically engineered humans who have come to earth. Designed to do difficult, hazardous work, the manufactured humans are stronger, faster and smarter than nonengineered humans. They feel no pain or remorse; they are almost indistinguishable from other humans ... and they are killing people. Now Deckard must stop them before they kill again. 117 minutes. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 yrs.+
Silver Screen Mornings - Captains Courageous (TV-G)
Wed, Jul 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Spencer Tracy won Best Actor as an earthy Portuguese fisherman who takes under his wing a tycoon's spoiled young son who's fallen off a transatlantic luxury liner and found by a passing fishing boat. It's a coming-of-age adventure during which the lad learns lessons in respect, self-sufficiency and discipline. The Best Picture nominee is based on the Rudyard Kipling book. 112 minutes. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 yrs.+
English Conversation Circle
Wed, Jul 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Would you like to improve your English conversation skills? Engage with native English speakers and other learners to practice and gain confidence speaking English in a friendly environment. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Spanish Conversation Circle
Wed, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Would you like to improve your Spanish conversation skills? Engage with native Spanish speakers and other learners to practice and gain confidence speaking Spanish in a friendly environment. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
READy, Set, Go: Storytelling - Brought to you by The Children's Trust/The Children's Trust Parent Club
Wed, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 0-5 yrs.
It's World Cup Time: Trade Your Stickers!
Wed, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
It's happening! Whether you're missing Ronaldo, Haaland, Mbappé or Messi, bring all your players. Connect with other football fans from all over the world and swap PANINI stickers to complete your World Cup sticker album. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. All ages.
AV CLUB - Master of Montage Series: Earth
Wed, Jul 15, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Join us for a 16mm film screening of the 1930 feature film Earth as part of a series that dives into how political upheaval, economic pressures and cultural ambition shaped the birth of montage in early 20th‑century Russia—through the work of three visionary directors: Sergei Eisenstein, Dziga Vertov and Alexander Dovzhenko. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Meditation Class
Thu, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Discover your true self through Sahaja Meditation and see your full potential unfold. Learn to calm and balance yourself, avoid extremes and live in tune with your environment. Beginners welcome. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Fri, Jul 17, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Join us for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.
Screen-free Saturday
Sat, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bring the whole family and unplug with us! Enjoy quality time together without screens, featuring new activities each week to keep things fresh and exciting. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. All ages.
Magic: The Gathering for Beginners & Pros
Sat, Jul 18, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Are you a seasoned Planeswalker or new to Magic: The Gathering? Join us for a game or learn to play. Cards and instructions are provided or bring your own deck to challenge others. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 13 yrs.+
Chess Club
Sat, Jul 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+
Coral Gables Movie Night - Tokyo Godfathers (PG-13)
Tue, Jul 21, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
A homeless trio consisting of an alcoholic, an ex- minuts.drag queen and a young runaway girl finds redemption after discovering an abandoned baby on Christmas Eve. Satoshi Kon (“Perfect Blue”) directed this stylish, heartwarming animé inspired by John Ford's classic Western 3 Godfathers.” In Japanese with English subtitles. 92 minutes. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 yrs.+
Silver Screen Mornings - A Night at the Opera (TV-G)
Wed, Jul 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
The Marx Brothers spoof the opera world as a penny-ante promoter promises to arrange entrance into high society for a wealthy dowager if she antes up $200,000 as a patron of the arts. Plenty of gags and music. Watch for the famed "stateroom scene," where untold amounts of people squeeze into tiny quarters on a ship. 92 minutes. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 yrs.+
English Conversation Circle
Wed, Jul 22, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Would you like to improve your English conversation skills? Engage with native English speakers and other learners to practice and gain confidence speaking English in a friendly environment. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Spanish Conversation Circle
Wed, Jul 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Would you like to improve your Spanish conversation skills? Engage with native Spanish speakers and other learners to practice and gain confidence speaking Spanish in a friendly environment. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
READy, Set, Go: Storytelling - Brought to you by The Children's Trust/The Children's Trust Parent Club
Wed, Jul 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 0-5 yrs.
Club de libros en español
Thu, Jul 23, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Participe de una grata discusión sobre el libro del mes. Para más información, comuníquese con la biblioteca al 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Para mayores de 18 años de edad.
Meditation Class
Thu, Jul 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Discover your true self through Sahaja Meditation and see your full potential unfold. Learn to calm and balance yourself, avoid extremes and live in tune with your environment. Beginners welcome. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Fri, Jul 24, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Join us for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.
Happy Birthday, Harry Potter!
Sat, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Enjoy magical fun for the entire family as we celebrate the birthday of Harry Potter! Wear your best Hogwarts attire and join us for an enchanting day of wizarding fun. Join our Professor M for a magical sorting hat ceremony and make your own magical wand. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. All ages.
Magical Stories with Professor M. - Summer Reading Challenge
Sat, Jul 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Enjoy a wonderful, wizardly show filled with magic, stories and more! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. All ages.
Chess Club
Sat, Jul 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+
Screen-free Saturday
Sat, Aug 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bring the whole family and unplug with us! Enjoy quality time together without screens, featuring new activities each week to keep things fresh and exciting. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. All ages.
Magic: The Gathering for Beginners & Pros
Sat, Aug 22, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Are you a seasoned Planeswalker or new to Magic: The Gathering? Join us for a game or learn to play. Cards and instructions are provided or bring your own deck to challenge others. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 13 yrs.+
Chess Club
Sat, Aug 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+
Coral Gables Movie Night - School Daze (R)
Tue, Aug 25, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Get ready for the school year by watching this 1988 college-set film! Spike Lee (who also stars as Half-Pint) injects musical numbers into this tale of discord at an all-black college. 120 minutes. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 yrs.+
English Conversation Circle
Wed, Aug 26, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Would you like to improve your English conversation skills? Engage with native English speakers and other learners to practice and gain confidence speaking English in a friendly environment. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Spanish Conversation Circle
Wed, Aug 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Would you like to improve your Spanish conversation skills? Engage with native Spanish speakers and other learners to practice and gain confidence speaking Spanish in a friendly environment. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
READy, Set, Go: Storytelling - Brought to you by The Children's Trust/The Children's Trust Parent Club
Wed, Aug 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 0-5 yrs.
Club de libros en español
Thu, Aug 27, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Participe de una grata discusión sobre el libro del mes. Para más información, comuníquese con la biblioteca al 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Para mayores de 18 años de edad.
Poems to Order - Presented by O, Miami
Thu, Aug 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Poems to Order invites you to receive a free custom poem produced by a Miami poet. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Fri, Aug 28, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Join us for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Aug 29, 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.
Check Out a Poem - Presented by O, Miami
Sat, Aug 29, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Modeled on the human library, Check Out a Poet makes South Florida-based poets available to the public. Spend 15 minutes with a real poet. Hear them read, ask them questions, or show them one of your poems. First come, first serve. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 yrs.+
Screen-free Saturday
Sat, Aug 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bring the whole family and unplug with us! Enjoy quality time together without screens, featuring new activities each week to keep things fresh and exciting. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. All ages.
Magic: The Gathering for Beginners & Pros
Sat, Aug 29, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Are you a seasoned Planeswalker or new to Magic: The Gathering? Join us for a game or learn to play. Cards and instructions are provided or bring your own deck to challenge others. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 13 yrs.+
Chess Club
Sat, Aug 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+
English Conversation Circle
Wed, Sep 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Would you like to improve your English conversation skills? Engage with native English speakers and other learners to practice and gain confidence speaking English in a friendly environment. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Spanish Conversation Circle
Wed, Sep 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Would you like to improve your Spanish conversation skills? Engage with native Spanish speakers and other learners to practice and gain confidence speaking Spanish in a friendly environment. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
READy, Set, Go: Storytelling - Brought to you by The Children's Trust/The Children's Trust Parent Club
Wed, Sep 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 0-5 yrs.
Check Out a Poem - Presented by O, Miami
Thu, Sep 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Modeled on the human library, Check Out a Poet makes South Florida-based poets available to the public. Spend 15 minutes with a real poet. Hear them read, ask them questions, or show them one of your poems. First come, first serve. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Fri, Sep 04, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Join us for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Sep 05, 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.
Screen-free Saturday
Sat, Sep 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bring the whole family and unplug with us! Enjoy quality time together without screens, featuring new activities each week to keep things fresh and exciting. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. All ages.
Magic: The Gathering for Beginners & Pros
Sat, Sep 05, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Are you a seasoned Planeswalker or new to Magic: The Gathering? Join us for a game or learn to play. Cards and instructions are provided or bring your own deck to challenge others. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 13 yrs.+
Chess Club
Sat, Sep 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+
English Conversation Circle
Wed, Sep 09, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Would you like to improve your English conversation skills? Engage with native English speakers and other learners to practice and gain confidence speaking English in a friendly environment. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Spanish Conversation Circle
Wed, Sep 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Would you like to improve your Spanish conversation skills? Engage with native Spanish speakers and other learners to practice and gain confidence speaking Spanish in a friendly environment. For more information, please contact 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
READy, Set, Go: Storytelling - Brought to you by The Children's Trust/The Children's Trust Parent Club
Wed, Sep 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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 305-442-8706 or capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 0-5 yrs.
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