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Spoken Word Poetry Workshop for Teens

2026-10-03 11:00:00 2026-10-03 12:00:00 America/New_York Spoken Word Poetry Workshop for Teens Do you like lyrics, rhyme and rhythm? Create a unique spoken word poem called a "Golden Shovel" using a line of lyrics from your favorite song. Learn about forms of poetry with educator and poet Trey Rhone. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 12-18 yrs. Naranja Branch - Auditorium

Saturday, October 03
11:00am - 12:00pm

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Naranja Branch

Auditorium

Do you like lyrics, rhyme and rhythm? Create a unique spoken word poem called a "Golden Shovel" using a line of lyrics from your favorite song. Learn about forms of poetry with educator and poet Trey Rhone. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 12-18 yrs.

About the Poet

Trey Rhone is a Black poet and educator from Augusta, Georgia. He currently resides in Miami, Florida, and received his MFA in creative writing from Florida International University. His poems have been featured twice on Miami-Dade County's website for Songs of America and Generation 305, poetry initiatives by two of Miami's poet laureates. 

AGE GROUP: | Young Adult (12-18) |

EVENT TYPE: | Writing | Reading & Literacy | Performances & Presentations | Music | In-Person | Education | Author Event |

TAGS: | Writing Workshop | Teentober | Teen | Poetry |

Naranja Branch
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Phone: 305-242-2290
Branch manager
Milena Gonzalez
Hours
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Mon, Aug 03 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Aug 04 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 05 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Aug 06 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Aug 07 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 08 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Aug 09 Closed
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Miami, FL 33032
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All Hands on Tech
Tue, Aug 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for hands-on creative projects featuring robotics, electronics, coding, engineering and art. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 8 - 18 yrs.
Family Storytime
Tue, Aug 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and activities for the entire family. For more information, please contact 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. All ages.
Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County
Wed, Aug 05, 9:30am - 1:00pm
Access complimentary health education resources, receive free health screenings and more. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Creating Rain Gardens, Bioswales and Ponds - Florida-Friendly Landscaping
Fri, Aug 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Naranja Health Hub
Learn how to create your own landscape rain soaker features - big or small. This program teaches attendees about proper plant selection to help filter and clean the rain, maintaining our water quality. Presented by a Master Gardener from UF/IFAS Extension. For more information, please contact us at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Fri, Aug 07, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos - 3 yrs.
Summer Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Aug 08, 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 and Kislak Foundation.
Fun with LEGO®
Sat, Aug 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Get creative and have fun building with LEGO® blocks. For more information, please contact the library at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. All ages.
Teen Library Advisory Committee - Let's Make It Your Space
Mon, Aug 10, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 12 - 18 yrs.
Family Storytime
Tue, Aug 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and activities for the entire family. For more information, please contact 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. All ages.
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Fri, Aug 14, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos - 3 yrs.
Fun with LEGO®
Sat, Aug 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Get creative and have fun building with LEGO® blocks. For more information, please contact the library at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. All ages.
Family Movie Matinee - A Minecraft Movie (PG)
Sat, Aug 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Four misfits are suddenly pulled through a mysterious portal into a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination. To get back home, they'll have to master this world while embarking on a quest with an unexpected, expert crafter. 101 minutes. For more information, contact the branch at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 5 yrs.+
Teen Library Advisory Committee - Let's Make It Your Space
Mon, Aug 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 12 - 18 yrs.
Cancelled
All Hands on Tech
Tue, Aug 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for hands-on creative projects featuring robotics, electronics, coding, engineering and art. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 8 - 18 yrs.
Cancelled
Family Storytime
Tue, Aug 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and activities for the entire family. For more information, please contact 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. All ages.
Sunshine State Book Club - The Viper by Brad Meltzer
Fri, Aug 21, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Naranja Health Hub
Love books with a local twist? Join us for the Sunshine State Book Club, where every book we read has a touch of Florida flair! From sandy shores and swampy mysteries to unforgettable characters and real-life legends, our monthly titles feature books set in Florida or written by Florida authors. For more information, please contact us at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Fri, Aug 21, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos - 3 yrs.
Fun with LEGO®
Sat, Aug 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Get creative and have fun building with LEGO® blocks. For more information, please contact the library at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. All ages.
Community Health & Wellness Fair
Mon, Aug 24, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens and adults are invited to join a free Health & Wellness Fair. Get free STD/HIV testing, glucose testing, blood pressure screenings, free groceries and more. Stop by to take charge of your health, get informed and get connected. Your well-being matters at every age! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 13 yrs.+
Teen Library Advisory Committee - Let's Make It Your Space
Mon, Aug 24, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 12 - 18 yrs.
Family Storytime
Tue, Aug 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and activities for the entire family. For more information, please contact 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. All ages.
ENRICH Storytime - Health Topics - Presented by Nicklaus Children's Hospital
Wed, Aug 26, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Join us for interactive sessions designed to teach children about important health topics in a fun and engaging way. These lessons combine storytelling, sing-alongs and hands-on activities to make learning about health enjoyable and memorable for young audiences. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 5 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 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@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.
Fun with LEGO®
Sat, Aug 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Get creative and have fun building with LEGO® blocks. For more information, please contact the library at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. All ages.
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)
Sat, Aug 29, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Get free tax return preparation help through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. IRS certified volunteers will provide tax preparation services to individuals with an annual income of less than $67,000. Registration required. For more information, contact 786-767-5470 or contact the branch at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages19 yrs.+
Register
Teen Library Advisory Committee - Let's Make It Your Space
Mon, Aug 31, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 12 - 18 yrs.
All Hands on Tech
Tue, Sep 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for hands-on creative projects featuring robotics, electronics, coding, engineering and art. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 8 - 18 yrs.
Family Storytime
Tue, Sep 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and activities for the entire family. For more information, please contact 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. All ages.
Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County
Wed, Sep 02, 9:30am - 1:00pm
Access complimentary health education resources, receive free health screenings and more. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
House Plants 101: Care, Maintenance and Health Benefits
Fri, Sep 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Naranja Health Hub
Bring your indoor space to life! This presentation will cover the best practices for keeping common houseplants healthy, including proper watering, lighting, and care techniques. Attendees will also learn how houseplants can improve indoor spaces and support well-being. For more information, contact the branch at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 19 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 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@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.
Fun with LEGO®
Sat, Sep 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Get creative and have fun building with LEGO® blocks. For more information, please contact the library at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. All ages.
Family Storytime
Tue, Sep 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and activities for the entire family. For more information, please contact 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. All ages.
Teen Volunteer Fair
Wed, Sep 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Get connected with community service opportunities for teens. Meet with local organizations making a difference in Miami-Dade and learn how you can get involved, develop new skills, and earn community service hours for graduation and scholarships. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 13 - 18 yrs.
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Fri, Sep 11, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos - 3 yrs.
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Sep 12, 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.
Fun with LEGO®
Sat, Sep 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Get creative and have fun building with LEGO® blocks. For more information, please contact the library at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. All ages.
Acrylic Painting for Adults: Fruit Bowl
Sat, Sep 12, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Naranja Health Hub
Discover the joy of painting in our relaxed and supportive beginner's class! This course is designed for those new to painting or looking to refresh their skills. You'll learn essential techniques, including color mixing, brushwork, and composition, using acrylics. Materials provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
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Teen Library Advisory Committee - Let's Make It Your Space
Mon, Sep 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 12 - 18 yrs.
All Hands on Tech
Tue, Sep 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for hands-on creative projects featuring robotics, electronics, coding, engineering and art. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 8 - 18 yrs.
Family Storytime
Tue, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and activities for the entire family. For more information, please contact 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. All ages.
Rockin’ and Readin' - Autism Acceptance
Wed, Sep 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Get ready to have fun while making music with a board-certified music therapist. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 3-12 yrs.
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Fri, Sep 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos - 3 yrs.
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Sep 19, 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.
Fun with LEGO®
Sat, Sep 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Get creative and have fun building with LEGO® blocks. For more information, please contact the library at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. All ages.
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)
Sat, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Get free tax return preparation help through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. IRS certified volunteers will provide tax preparation services to individuals with an annual income of less than $67,000. Registration required. For more information, contact 786-767-5470 or contact the branch at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages19 yrs.+
Register
Family Movie Matinee - Goat (PG)
Sat, Sep 19, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Enjoy an afternoon movie with family and friends! A small goat with big dreams gets a once-in-a-lifetime shot to join the pros and play roarball, a high-intensity, co-ed, full-contact sport dominated by the fastest, fiercest animals in the world. 107 minutes. For more information, contact the branch at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 5 yrs.+
Teen Library Advisory Committee - Let's Make It Your Space
Mon, Sep 21, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 12 - 18 yrs.
Family Storytime
Tue, Sep 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and activities for the entire family. For more information, please contact 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. All ages.
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Fri, Sep 25, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos - 3 yrs.
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Sep 26, 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.
Fun with LEGO®
Sat, Sep 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Get creative and have fun building with LEGO® blocks. For more information, please contact the library at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. All ages.
Teen Library Advisory Committee - Let's Make It Your Space
Mon, Sep 28, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 12 - 18 yrs.
All Hands on Tech
Tue, Sep 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for hands-on creative projects featuring robotics, electronics, coding, engineering and art. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 8 - 18 yrs.
Family Storytime
Tue, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and activities for the entire family. For more information, please contact 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. All ages.
Container Gardening with Edible Plants
Fri, Oct 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Naranja Health Hub
Planters bring added elements of design to the landscape, define spaces, create focal points of interest and color, add height, and fill spaces. Discover which plants grow best in our area, enjoy creative DIY projects, and learn how to grow a pineapple from its top. Presented by a Master Gardener from UF/IFAS Extension. For more information, please contact us at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Oct 03, 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.
Spoken Word Poetry Workshop for Teens
Sat, Oct 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Auditorium
Do you like lyrics, rhyme and rhythm? Create a unique spoken word poem called a "Golden Shovel" using a line of lyrics from your favorite song. Learn about forms of poetry with educator and poet Trey Rhone. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezmi@mdpls.org. Ages 12-18 yrs.
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