American Stories: America 250

Wed, Jun 03, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Earn volunteer hours while helping make our library an even better place for teens. Make new friends while helping choose books, planning and leading programs and learning new skills. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 12 - 18 yrs.

Movie and a Craft - Zootopia 2 (PG)

Fri, Jun 05, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Feeling crafty and looking for ideas? Pick up a fun craft at the library that you can make at home. Available while supplies last. Projects may require adult supervision. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 0-11 yrs.

Sat, Jun 06, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Experience the magic of cinema with the joy of creating a craft. Materials will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. All ages.

Mon, Jun 08, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Join fellow puzzle enthusiasts in piecing together a community jigsaw puzzle at your library. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. All ages.

Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers

Mon, Jun 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Calling all teens! Join us for this special initiative and let your voice be heard! Read a book and write a review to be featured in our online catalog. Earn four hours of community service for your contribution. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 13-18 yrs.

Tue, Jun 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Join us for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 1-5 yrs.

Wed, Jun 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Thu, Jun 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse yourself in the soothing world of coloring and creativity. Join us for a relaxing and enriching experience that combines the joy of coloring with the peaceful ambiance of the library. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Fri, Jun 12, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Mon, Jun 15, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Join fellow puzzle enthusiasts in piecing together a community jigsaw puzzle at your library. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. All ages.

Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers

Mon, Jun 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Tue, Jun 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Join us for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 1-5 yrs.

Books by the Bay: Adult Book Club - A Land Remembered by Patrick D. Smith

Wed, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Thu, Jun 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Join fellow readers at our monthly discussion group. Limited copies of the book will be available for checkout at the library. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Dad and Me: Dominoes Party

Sat, Jun 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Join us for a fun, hands-on Father’s Day activity where you can make your own dominoes with Dad. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 6-11 yrs.

Mon, Jun 22, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Join fellow puzzle enthusiasts in piecing together a community jigsaw puzzle at your library. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. All ages.

Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers

Mon, Jun 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Tue, Jun 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Join us for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 1-5 yrs.

READy, Set, Go: Music and Movement - The Children's Trust Parent Club and the University of Miami

Wed, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Thu, Jun 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Explore the ways that music and movement support language development in young children, plus learn about activities that creatively use music and movement to build fundamental literacy skills like listening, focused attention and comprehension. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 5 yrs.

Thu, Jun 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Fri, Jun 26, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Mon, Jun 29, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Join fellow puzzle enthusiasts in piecing together a community jigsaw puzzle at your library. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. All ages.

READy, Set, Go: Storytelling - The Children's Trust Parent Club and FIU's Center for Children and Families

Mon, Jun 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Tue, Jun 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Join us for a fun storytime and interactive play experience with your child. Listen to stories, move to music, and enjoy social interactions all while developing early literacy skills. Presented by The Children's Trust Parent Club and FIU's Center for Children and Families. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 0-5 yrs.

Wed, Jul 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Mon, Jul 06, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Join fellow puzzle enthusiasts in piecing together a community jigsaw puzzle. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. All ages.

Hands-on-History - Presented by Museum of Miami

Mon, Jul 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Tue, Jul 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Engage with objects from the museum’s education collection inspired by Miami’s history—from a replica dire wolf skull to a miniature trolley. Guided by a Museum Educator, families explore through interactive discussion and hands-on discovery. Each program includes a lively storytime tied to Miami’s past, followed by a creative, take-home craft inspired by the story and objects. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. All ages.

Wed, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Thu, Jul 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Fri, Jul 10, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Mon, Jul 13, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Join fellow puzzle enthusiasts in piecing together a community jigsaw puzzle. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. All ages.

Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers

Mon, Jul 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Tue, Jul 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Join us for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 1-5 yrs.

Books by the Bay: Adult Book Club - Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand

Wed, Jul 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Thu, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Wildlife Show - Summer Reading Challenge

Fri, Jul 17, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Sat, Jul 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. All ages.

Mon, Jul 20, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Join fellow puzzle enthusiasts in piecing together a community jigsaw puzzle. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. All ages.

Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers

Mon, Jul 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Tue, Jul 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Join us for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 1-5 yrs.

READy, Set, Go: Music & Movement - Brought to you by The Children’s Trust/The Children's Trust Parent Club

Wed, Jul 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Thu, Jul 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Get ready to move, play, and learn! This interactive storytime experience shows how music and movement boost language development and fundamental literacy in young children. Learn about activities that use rhythm, songs, and creative play to strengthen listening, focus, and comprehension, all while having fun together. In collaboration with the University of Miami. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 0-5 yrs.

Thu, Jul 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Movie & a Craft - Gabby's Dollhouse: The Movie (G)

Fri, Jul 24, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Sat, Jul 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Experience the magic of cinema with the joy of creating a craft. Materials will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. All ages.

Mon, Jul 27, 9:30am - 6:00pm

Join fellow puzzle enthusiasts in piecing together a community jigsaw puzzle. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. All ages.

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

Mon, Jul 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Tue, Jul 28, 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, please contact the branch at 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org. Ages 0-5 yrs.

Wed, Jul 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm