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Rediscover Aesop's Fables with The Boy Who Cried Wolf!

Local Author Series

2026-10-10 14:30:00 2026-10-10 15:30:00 America/New_York Rediscover Aesop's Fables with The Boy Who Cried Wolf! Dr. Uzma Farooq will read from her award-winning book, The Boy Who Cried Wolf! And Other Great Stories with Lessons, featuring 13 retellings of Aesop’s classic fables, including "The Boy Who Cried Wolf" and "The Tortoise and the Hare." For more information, contact the branch at 305-279-0520 or corredorj@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+ Kendall Branch - Auditorium

Saturday, October 10
2:30pm - 3:30pm

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Kendall Branch

Auditorium

Dr. Uzma Farooq will read from her award-winning book, The Boy Who Cried Wolf! And Other Great Stories with Lessons, featuring 13 retellings of Aesop’s classic fables, including "The Boy Who Cried Wolf" and "The Tortoise and the Hare." For more information, contact the branch at 305-279-0520 or corredorj@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

About the Author

Uzma Farooq is a Miami native, author, physician, and mother of 3 amazing boys. As a special needs family, she draws inspiration from her middle son, who is autistic. Her passion led to the publication of her debut children's book, co-authored with two of her sons. This award-winning book has received multiple honors, including the prestigious 2025 Parent's Picks Award from Parents magazine for Best Elementary School Product.

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

EVENT TYPE: | Special Event | In-Person | Author Event |

TAGS: | Local Author Series |

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Phone: 305-279-0520
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Javier Corredor
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Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. Players of all skill levels and abilities are welcome. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-279-0520 or corredorj@mdpls.org. All ages.
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Meeting Room
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Auditorium
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Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. Players of all skill levels and abilities are welcome. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-279-0520 or corredorj@mdpls.org. All ages.
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Mon, Oct 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
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Auditorium
Build your own LEGO® masterpiece and let your imagination soar! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-279-0520 or corredorj@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 12 yrs.
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Oct 10, 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.
Rook & Roll Chess Club
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Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. Players of all skill levels and abilities are welcome. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-279-0520 or corredorj@mdpls.org. All ages.
Rediscover Aesop's Fables with The Boy Who Cried Wolf! - Local Author Series
Sat, Oct 10, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Auditorium
Dr. Uzma Farooq will read from her award-winning book, The Boy Who Cried Wolf! And Other Great Stories with Lessons, featuring 13 retellings of Aesop’s classic fables, including "The Boy Who Cried Wolf" and "The Tortoise and the Hare." For more information, contact the branch at 305-279-0520 or corredorj@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+
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