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South Shore Library Book Club

"Sea Salt and Coffee Beans" by Grace Santamaria | Local Author Series

2026-09-02 17:30:00 2026-09-02 19:00:00 America/New_York South Shore Library 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. Registration required. A limited number of library copies will be available for checkout. Please contact the library for the current availability and to request a copy. For more information, contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. Ages 55 yrs.+ South Shore Branch -

Wednesday, September 02
5:30pm - 7:00pm

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. Registration required. A limited number of library copies will be available for checkout. Please contact the library for the current availability and to request a copy. For more information, contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. Ages 55 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+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Clubs | Author Event |

TAGS: | Local Author Series | Author Series |

South Shore Branch

customercare@mdpls.org
Phone: 305-535-4223
Branch manager
Michael Price

Hours
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Mon, Sep 21 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Sep 22 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 23 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Sep 24 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Sep 25 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 26 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Sep 27 Closed

Branch manager
Michael Price
Address
131 Alton Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Tel: 305-535-4223

Upcoming events

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Tue, Sep 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Shore In-Person Programs
Enjoy listening to stories and singing fun songs with your children. It's a great way to encourage literacy skills! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. All ages.

Fri, Oct 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Shore In-Person Programs
Join us for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.

Sat, Oct 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Shore In-Person Programs
Explore your creative side through a world of arts, crafts, painting, drawing and more. Materials will be provided. Parental supervision required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 12 yrs.

Tue, Oct 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Shore In-Person Programs
Enjoy listening to stories and singing fun songs with your children. It's a great way to encourage literacy skills! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. All ages.

Wed, Oct 07, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
South Shore In-Person Programs
Connect with other book lovers and enjoy discussions about selected titles. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. Ages 55 yrs.+

Fri, Oct 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Shore In-Person Programs
Join us for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.

Sat, Oct 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Shore In-Person Programs
Explore your creative side through a world of arts, crafts, painting, drawing and more. Materials will be provided. Parental supervision required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 12 yrs.

Tue, Oct 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Shore In-Person Programs
Enjoy listening to stories and singing fun songs with your children. It's a great way to encourage literacy skills! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. All ages.

Fri, Oct 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Shore In-Person Programs
Join us for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.

Sat, Oct 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Shore In-Person Programs
Explore your creative side through a world of arts, crafts, painting, drawing and more. Materials will be provided. Parental supervision required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 12 yrs.

Tue, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Shore In-Person Programs
Enjoy listening to stories and singing fun songs with your children. It's a great way to encourage literacy skills! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. All ages.

Fri, Oct 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Shore In-Person Programs
Join us for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.

Sat, Oct 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Shore In-Person Programs
Explore your creative side through a world of arts, crafts, painting, drawing and more. Materials will be provided. Parental supervision required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 12 yrs.

Tue, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Shore In-Person Programs
Enjoy listening to stories and singing fun songs with your children. It's a great way to encourage literacy skills! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. All ages.

Fri, Oct 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Shore In-Person Programs
Join us for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.

Sat, Oct 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Shore In-Person Programs
Explore your creative side through a world of arts, crafts, painting, drawing and more. Materials will be provided. Parental supervision required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 12 yrs.

Tue, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Shore In-Person Programs
Enjoy listening to stories and singing fun songs with your children. It's a great way to encourage literacy skills! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. All ages.

Wed, Nov 04, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
South Shore In-Person Programs
Connect with other book lovers and enjoy discussions about selected titles. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. Ages 55 yrs.+

Wed, Nov 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
South Shore Virtual Programs Room
Join Arlene Samsel, a long-time meditator, for an engaging discussion on the benefits of meditation and its potential to reduce stress and help in finding inner peace. Learn about a simple, time-tested meditation technique that can be incorporated into everyday life. A Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. For more information, please contact the branch 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Fri, Nov 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Shore In-Person Programs
Join us for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.

Sat, Nov 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Shore In-Person Programs
Explore your creative side through a world of arts, crafts, painting, drawing and more. Materials will be provided. Parental supervision required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 12 yrs.

Tue, Nov 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Shore In-Person Programs
Enjoy listening to stories and singing fun songs with your children. It's a great way to encourage literacy skills! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. All ages.

Fri, Nov 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Shore In-Person Programs
Join us for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.

Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Shore In-Person Programs
Explore your creative side through a world of arts, crafts, painting, drawing and more. Materials will be provided. Parental supervision required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 12 yrs.

Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Shore In-Person Programs
Enjoy listening to stories and singing fun songs with your children. It's a great way to encourage literacy skills! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. All ages.

Fri, Nov 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Shore In-Person Programs
Join us for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.

Sat, Nov 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Shore In-Person Programs
Explore your creative side through a world of arts, crafts, painting, drawing and more. Materials will be provided. Parental supervision required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 12 yrs.

Tue, Nov 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Shore In-Person Programs
Enjoy listening to stories and singing fun songs with your children. It's a great way to encourage literacy skills! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4223 or pricem@mdpls.org. All ages.