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Kitchen Science - Gingerbread House Engineering
2021-12-04 15:00:00 2021-12-04 16:00:00 America/New_York Kitchen Science - Gingerbread House Engineering The art and science of gingerbread house construction has driven competitions around the world. With the guidance of FIU CASE, learn how to create the best gingerbread structure using kitchen chemistry, the engineering design process, and holiday cheer! A list of required and suggested ingredients will be provided to participants who wish to create their own project to take home. Social distancing is recommended. Space is limited. Registration is required. Ages 8 - 12 yrs. Miami Lakes Branch -

Saturday, December 04
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2021-12-04 15:00:00 2021-12-04 16:00:00 America/New_York Kitchen Science - Gingerbread House Engineering The art and science of gingerbread house construction has driven competitions around the world. With the guidance of FIU CASE, learn how to create the best gingerbread structure using kitchen chemistry, the engineering design process, and holiday cheer! A list of required and suggested ingredients will be provided to participants who wish to create their own project to take home. Social distancing is recommended. Space is limited. Registration is required. Ages 8 - 12 yrs. Miami Lakes Branch -

The art and science of gingerbread house construction has driven competitions around the world. With the guidance of FIU CASE, learn how to create the best gingerbread structure using kitchen chemistry, the engineering design process, and holiday cheer! A list of required and suggested ingredients will be provided to participants who wish to create their own project to take home. Social distancing is recommended. Space is limited. Registration is required. Ages 8 - 12 yrs.

Materials Needed:

  • Pre-made gingerbread – OR substitute items like graham crackers
  • Pre-made icing
  • A suitable cookie sheet and cover to transport
     

Optional Materials:

  • Hard candies
  • Gum drops
  • Chocolate
  • Other delectable treats of your choosing to serve as decorative or structural elements

AGE GROUP: | Tween (8-12) |

EVENT TYPE: | STEAM | In-Person | Holiday | Arts & Crafts |

TAGS: | Tween | STEM | Learning and Classes | In-Person | Arts and Crafts |

Miami Lakes Branch
customercare@mdpls.org
Phone: 305-822-6520
Branch manager
Joseph Truglio
Hours
Mon, Dec 16 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Dec 17 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Dec 18 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Dec 19 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Dec 20 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Dec 21 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Dec 22 Closed
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Branch manager
Joseph Truglio
Address
6699 Windmill Gate Road
Miami Lakes, FL 33014
Tel: 305-822-6520

Upcoming events

Glass Painting
Thu, Jan 02, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Multipurpose Room
Learn techniques for turning everyday glass items into painted works of art. Wine glasses and ball jars will be provided or bring an item of your own. Space is limited and registration is required. For more information and to register, please contact the branch at 305-822-6520 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Lego @ Your Library - Teen Library Advisory Board
Wed, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Multipurpose Room
Build, build, build during LEGO® hour at the library! If you can think it, you can build it! Building blocks will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-822-6520 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 12 yrs.+
Tai Chi for Beginners
Fri, Jan 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Multipurpose Room
Join us for a gentle and graceful movement class designed to improve balance, coordination, focus and overall mental health. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing. Led by library staff. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-822-6520 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Cancelled
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Jan 11, 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.
Stem Saturday
Sat, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Enjoy a hands-on STEM activity with FIU undergraduate and medical students. Materials will be provided to registrants. Registration is required. Made possible by Green Family Foundation NeighborhoodHELP. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-822-6520 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 15 yrs.
Rescheduled
Stem Saturday
Sat, Jan 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
New date Saturday, January 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Enjoy a hands-on STEM activity with FIU undergraduate and medical students. Materials will be provided to registrants. Registration is required. Made possible by Green Family Foundation NeighborhoodHELP. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-822-6520 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 15 yrs.
Piggy Bank Painting for Kids
Tue, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Paint a piggy bank and learn the basics of saving. Presented in partnership with Dade County Federal Credit Union's Gen-You Team. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-822-6521 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 8-12yrs.
Florida State Attorney's Office Community Outreach
Wed, Jan 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Multipurpose Room
A Representative of the Florida State Attorney's Office Community Outreach Division will be available to address questions and concerns from the local community. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-822-6520 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 19+.
Talk Crafty To Me!
Thu, Jan 16, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Multipurpose Room
Take a break from adulting by making cool crafts while meeting other creative crafters. Materials will be provided. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-822-6520 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Tai Chi for Beginners
Fri, Jan 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Multipurpose Room
Join us for a gentle and graceful movement class designed to improve balance, coordination, focus and overall mental health. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing. Led by library staff. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-822-6520 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Jan 18, 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.
Miniature Garden Making
Wed, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Multipurpose Room
Use real plants, stones, soil and sand to create a mini Japanese garden of your own. Presented by the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens. Made possible by the Town of Miami Lakes Educational Advisory Board. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-822-6520 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 13-18 yrs.
Tai Chi for Beginners
Fri, Jan 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Multipurpose Room
Join us for a gentle and graceful movement class designed to improve balance, coordination, focus and overall mental health. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing. Led by library staff. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-822-6520 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Jan 25, 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.
Mosaic Making Workshop
Sat, Jan 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Multipurpose Room
Join us to learn how to make unique glass mosaics using stencils and different colored and textured glass pieces. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-822-6520 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Bridging Generations Art & Conversation
Wed, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Join us for an art workshop that bridges generations with seniors and teens invited to paint under the guidance of a professional artist and connect with each other through a moderated conversation. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-822-6520 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 12 yrs.+
Tai Chi for Beginners
Fri, Jan 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Multipurpose Room
Join us for a gentle and graceful movement class designed to improve balance, coordination, focus and overall mental health. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing. Led by library staff. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-822-6520 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Feb 01, 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.
Story Quilts Inspired by Faith Ringgold - Celebrate Black History Month
Thu, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Multipurpose Room
We enter the dreams of African American artist Faith Ringgold, where she is always freely flying and dancing! Ringgold created many colorful story quilts about her memories, her dreams, and the civil-rights movement. In this class, children will create their own story quilt design to share a memorable, positive life moment. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-822-6520 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 5 -12 yrs.
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Feb 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.
Florida State Attorney's Office Community Outreach
Wed, Feb 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Multipurpose Room
A Representative of the Florida State Attorney's Office Community Outreach Division will be available to address questions and concerns from the local community. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-822-6520 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 19+.
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Feb 15, 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.
Talk Crafty To Me!
Thu, Feb 20, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Multipurpose Room
Take a break from adulting by making cool crafts while meeting other creative crafters. Materials will be provided. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-822-6520 or truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
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