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Mark Twain's Jumping Frog of Calaveras County

Presented by Momentum Dance Company - America 250
2026-06-20 13:30:00 2026-06-20 14:30:00 America/New_York Mark Twain's Jumping Frog of Calaveras County Beloved American author Mark Twain’s hilarious classic short story comes to life through dance. Smiley, the gambler, bets that his frog can out-jump any frog in Calaveras County; but the mysterious stranger has something up his sleeve! The story is told through Mark Twain’s prose, bluegrass and country music, colorful costumes and high-jumping dance movement. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-757-0662 or hallj@mdpls.org. All ages. Lemon City Branch -

Saturday, June 20
1:30pm - 2:30pm

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Beloved American author Mark Twain’s hilarious classic short story comes to life through dance. Smiley, the gambler, bets that his frog can out-jump any frog in Calaveras County; but the mysterious stranger has something up his sleeve! The story is told through Mark Twain’s prose, bluegrass and country music, colorful costumes and high-jumping dance movement. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-757-0662 or hallj@mdpls.org. All ages.

AGE GROUP: | Tween (8-12) | Families | Children (6-11) |

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

TAGS: | Literature | In-Person | Dance | Cultural Events | America 250 |

Lemon City Branch
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Phone: 305-757-0662
Branch manager
Jameliya Hall
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Mon, Jul 27 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jul 28 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 29 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 30 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jul 31 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 01 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Aug 02 Closed
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430 Northeast 61st Street
Miami, FL 33137
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Sat, Aug 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
New date Saturday, July 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Sat, Aug 01, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Plan your next video or film idea before the camera starts rolling. Learn how storyboards help turn a script or concept into a clear visual plan, then explore common shot types used to shape mood, action and audience attention. Put those ideas into practice by sketching out your own storyboard and building confidence with the visual language of film. No experience necessary. Registration required. For more information, contact 305-757-0662 or delgadoi@mdpls.org. Ages 14 yrs.+
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Mon, Aug 03, 7:00am - 3:00pm
The Lemon City Branch of the Miami-Dade Public Library System will serve as an early voting site during the upcoming election. For elections specific information, please contact 305-499-8683 or visit www.miamidade.gov/elections.
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Art & Drawing Club: Character Silhouettes - YOUmedia Miami
Mon, Aug 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Make your characters stand out before the details are even added. Learn how a strong silhouette can make character designs more readable and memorable. Through fun drawing exercises, practice shaping your own characters with bold poses and expressive outlines. Materials provided or bring your own sketchbook or tablet if you prefer. No experience necessary. Registration required. For more information, contact 305-757-0662 or delgadoi@mdpls.org. Ages 14 yrs.+
Miami-Dade County Elections - Early Voting
Tue, Aug 04, 7:00am - 3:00pm
The Lemon City Branch of the Miami-Dade Public Library System will serve as an early voting site during the upcoming election. For elections specific information, please contact 305-499-8683 or visit www.miamidade.gov/elections.
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3D Modeling & Printing Club: Custom Littlest Pet Shop Figures - YOUmedia Miami
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Unleash the bobble and relive your childhood by creating your own Littlest Pet Shop-inspired bobblehead in Tinkercad, a free and beginner-friendly 3D modeling program. Recreate a favorite pet or design an entirely new critter while reinforcing the fundamentals of 3D design. Patrons new to 3D modeling are encouraged to attend a 3D Modeling with Autodesk Tinkercad: Level 1 class. Registration required. For more information, contact 305-757-0662 or ocanaa@mdpls.org. Ages 14 yrs.+
Miami-Dade County Elections - Early Voting
Wed, Aug 05, 7:00am - 3:00pm
The Lemon City Branch of the Miami-Dade Public Library System will serve as an early voting site during the upcoming election. For elections specific information, please contact 305-499-8683 or visit www.miamidade.gov/elections.
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Photography Club: Product Photography with a Lightbox - YOUmedia Miami
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Learn how using a lightbox can fix harsh shadows, highlight details and make products stand out with a professional look. Practice positioning items to create clean images ready to sell or showcase. Canon DSLR cameras are provided on a first-come, first-served basis, or bring your own! Patrons new to DSLR Photography are encouraged to attend a DSLR Photography with Canon Cameras: Level 1 class. Registration required. For more information, contact 305-757-0662 or brownt@mdpls.org. Ages 14 yrs.+
Miami-Dade County Elections - Early Voting
Thu, Aug 06, 7:00am - 3:00pm
The Lemon City Branch of the Miami-Dade Public Library System will serve as an early voting site during the upcoming election. For elections specific information, please contact 305-499-8683 or visit www.miamidade.gov/elections.
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Music Discovery Club: Afrobeats - YOUmedia Miami
Thu, Aug 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Get into the rhythm of Afrobeats and the sounds that make it so exciting. Learn about the genre’s history, musical elements and global influence, then try creating your own Afrobeats-inspired track using Logic Pro, a professional music production program. Patrons new to audio production are encouraged to attend the Audio Production with Logic Pro: Level 1 class. Registration required. For more information, contact 305-757-0662 or brownt@mdpls.org. Ages 14 yrs.+
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The Lemon City Branch of the Miami-Dade Public Library System will serve as an early voting site during the upcoming election. For elections specific information, please contact 305-499-8683 or visit www.miamidade.gov/elections.
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Podcasting Setups & Hardware 101 - YOUmedia Miami
Fri, Aug 07, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Pump up the volume on your podcasting skills! Learn how to plan, record and produce your very own audio podcasts. Get hands-on experience using professional equipment and learn to develop your dream podcast in a fun, collaborative space. Ideal for beginners or podcasters looking to explore new hardware and setups. No experience necessary. Registration required. For more information, contact 305-757-0662 or delgadoi@mdpls.org. Ages 14 yrs.+
Miami-Dade County Elections - Early Voting
Sat, Aug 08, 8:00am - 4:00pm
The Lemon City Branch of the Miami-Dade Public Library System will serve as an early voting site during the upcoming election. For elections specific information, please contact 305-499-8683 or visit www.miamidade.gov/elections.
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Animation Club: Stop Motion Animating with Paper Cutouts - YOUmedia Miami
Sat, Aug 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Turn simple paper cutouts into elaborate moving scenes through the art of stop motion animation. Learn how to build and light a flat animation set to use Dragonframe, a professional stop motion animation program. Capture each frame of your animated masterpiece. No experience necessary. Registration is required. For more information, contact 305-757-0662 or ocanaa@mdpls.org. Ages 14 yrs.+
Miami-Dade County Elections - Early Voting
Sun, Aug 09, 8:00am - 4:00pm
The Lemon City Branch of the Miami-Dade Public Library System will serve as an early voting site during the upcoming election. For elections specific information, please contact 305-499-8683 or visit www.miamidade.gov/elections.
Miami-Dade County Elections - Early Voting
Mon, Aug 10, 11:00am - 7:00pm
The Lemon City Branch of the Miami-Dade Public Library System will serve as an early voting site during the upcoming election. For elections specific information, please contact 305-499-8683 or visit www.miamidade.gov/elections.
Miami-Dade County Elections - Early Voting
Tue, Aug 11, 11:00am - 7:00pm
The Lemon City Branch of the Miami-Dade Public Library System will serve as an early voting site during the upcoming election. For elections specific information, please contact 305-499-8683 or visit www.miamidade.gov/elections.
Miami-Dade County Elections - Early Voting
Wed, Aug 12, 11:00am - 7:00pm
The Lemon City Branch of the Miami-Dade Public Library System will serve as an early voting site during the upcoming election. For elections specific information, please contact 305-499-8683 or visit www.miamidade.gov/elections.
Miami-Dade County Elections - Early Voting
Thu, Aug 13, 11:00am - 7:00pm
The Lemon City Branch of the Miami-Dade Public Library System will serve as an early voting site during the upcoming election. For elections specific information, please contact 305-499-8683 or visit www.miamidade.gov/elections.
Miami-Dade County Elections - Early Voting
Fri, Aug 14, 11:00am - 7:00pm
The Lemon City Branch of the Miami-Dade Public Library System will serve as an early voting site during the upcoming election. For elections specific information, please contact 305-499-8683 or visit www.miamidade.gov/elections.
Miami-Dade County Elections - Early Voting
Sat, Aug 15, 8:00am - 4:00pm
The Lemon City Branch of the Miami-Dade Public Library System will serve as an early voting site during the upcoming election. For elections specific information, please contact 305-499-8683 or visit www.miamidade.gov/elections.
Miami-Dade County Elections - Early Voting
Sun, Aug 16, 8:00am - 4:00pm
The Lemon City Branch of the Miami-Dade Public Library System will serve as an early voting site during the upcoming election. For elections specific information, please contact 305-499-8683 or visit www.miamidade.gov/elections.
STEAM Spot - Presented by SparkstoFlames Education Services
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