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Voices from Florida

Policing Our Own: The Impact of Miami's Black Police Precinct & Courthouse
2023-02-11 11:00:00 2023-02-11 12:00:00 America/New_York Voices from Florida Did you know that in 1944 Miami's leadership voted to hire the first black males to join law enforcement, who became known as "The First Five"? Perhaps you didn't know that Miami has one of the only relics in history where black officers, jailers, and judges shared the same building. Join Terrance Cribbs-Lorrant, director of the City of Miami Black Police Precinct and Courthouse Museum to learn more about this vital piece of Miami history. All ages. Arcola Lakes Branch -

Saturday, February 11
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-02-11 11:00:00 2023-02-11 12:00:00 America/New_York Voices from Florida Did you know that in 1944 Miami's leadership voted to hire the first black males to join law enforcement, who became known as "The First Five"? Perhaps you didn't know that Miami has one of the only relics in history where black officers, jailers, and judges shared the same building. Join Terrance Cribbs-Lorrant, director of the City of Miami Black Police Precinct and Courthouse Museum to learn more about this vital piece of Miami history. All ages. Arcola Lakes Branch -

Did you know that in 1944 Miami's leadership voted to hire the first black males to join law enforcement, who became known as "The First Five"? Perhaps you didn't know that Miami has one of the only relics in history where black officers, jailers, and judges shared the same building. Join Terrance Cribbs-Lorrant, director of the City of Miami Black Police Precinct and Courthouse Museum to learn more about this vital piece of Miami history. All ages.

About the Voices from Florida Series

The Special Collections and Archives Division of the Miami-Dade Public Library System presents Voices from Florida, a monthly series about Florida's culture, literature, history, and communities.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

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

TAGS: | In-Person | Community Resources | Black History Month |

Arcola Lakes Branch
customercare@mdpls.org
Phone: 305-694-2707
Branch manager
Krystal Powell
Hours
Mon, May 12 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Tue, May 13 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 14 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 15 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 16 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 17 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sun, May 18 Closed
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Krystal Powell
Address
8240 Northwest 7th Avenue
Miami, FL 33150
Tel: 305-694-2707

Upcoming events

Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Tue, May 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join us for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 3-5 yrs.
The Healing Circle - A Bereavement Support Group
Wed, May 14, 6:00am - 7:30pm
Arcola Lakes Virtual Programs Room
Find comfort and healing in a supportive community that can help you navigate the difficult journey of grief. Presented by Flashlight of Hope, Inc. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. All ages.
Mommy & Me: DIY Floral Arrangement
Wed, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Multipurpose Room
Join us for a special floral workshop! You and your little one will work together to create a fresh flower arrangement -- perfect for your home or as a heartfelt gift. Registration is required. For more information, contact 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 8 yrs.+
Hatian Heritage Celebration!
Thu, May 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Celebrate Haitian Heritage and Flag Day with fun activities and engaging stories that highlight and celebrate Haitian culture. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707or kpowell@mdpls.org. All ages.
Caregiver & Me Playgroup
Fri, May 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Build meaningful bonds with your little one through music, creative movement, arts and crafts and sensory explorations. Presented by Round Robin Playgroup and funded in part by the family of Leah Nico. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 5 yrs.
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, May 17, 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.
Hearts Connect Book Club - Where Love Gets Real!
Sat, May 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Bold romances, steamy plots, and heart-stopping twists. Join us (if you dare) to feel every beat and break of love's wild ride. For more information on this month's featured read, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 18 yrs. +
Herstory in Motion! - Arcola Lakes Library Theatre Showcase
Sat, May 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Multipurpose Room
Get ready for herstory in the making! Enjoy an afternoon of music, stories, skits, poetry, and crafts honoring trailblazing women. Join us for dynamic performances that speak volumes about their inspiring legacies. Let's raise our voices and pay tribute to the women who shaped our world! For more information, contact 305-694-2707 or email powellk@mdpls.org. All ages.
Art in the Afternoon!
Sat, May 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Feeling crafty? Let your creativity shine with hands-on art and craft activities that the whole family can enjoy. Get ready to splash paint, build sculptures and unleash your inner artist! Don't miss out on the fun! For more info, contact us at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. All ages.
Tabletop Takeover- Board Gaming Club
Mon, May 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Join us for evenings filled with strategy, laughter, and the joy of discovering new games while forging connections that last beyond the tabletop. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+
Free Civic Engagement Classes - Presented by Mayor Daniella Levine Cava and Commissioner Marleine Bastien
Mon, May 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Become an active resident, learn how to participate in your local government and advocate for your community. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 18 yrs.+
Register
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Tue, May 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join us for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 3-5 yrs.
The Healing Circle - A Bereavement Support Group
Wed, May 21, 6:00am - 7:30pm
Arcola Lakes Virtual Programs Room
Find comfort and healing in a supportive community that can help you navigate the difficult journey of grief. Presented by Flashlight of Hope, Inc. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. All ages.
Intro to Computers
Wed, May 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for this hands-on introductory computer basics class. Learn how to use a mouse, navigate the internet, send emails and more! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, May 24, 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.
Blood Pressure Screening
Mon, May 26, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Visit us for a free walk-in blood pressure screenings by the Community Health Action Team and the Florida Department of Health. For more information please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Tue, May 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join us for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 3-5 yrs.
Online Event: Meet with the USCIS - United States Citizenship & Immigration Services
Tue, May 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Arcola Lakes Virtual Programs Room
Connect online with a United States Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) Community Relations Officer to find out about naturalization and other immigration topics. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
The Healing Circle - A Bereavement Support Group
Wed, May 28, 6:00am - 7:30pm
Arcola Lakes Virtual Programs Room
Find comfort and healing in a supportive community that can help you navigate the difficult journey of grief. Presented by Flashlight of Hope, Inc. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. All ages.
Florida Licensing on Wheels (FLOW)
Fri, May 30, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Visit FLOW at the library to renew, replace or update your driver?s license. Representatives can also assist you with getting a new Florida identification card, renewing your vehicle registration, purchasing a special license plate and more! Registration is required. For more informatio or for an appointment, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 18 yrs.+
Miami MoCAAD ARt + Tech Workshop
Sat, May 31, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bring your child to attend a fun ARt+Tech workshop that bridges the gap between art and technology, empowering the next generation to harness their creativity through innovative digital tools such as augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR) and web-design. Registration required. Presented by The Miami Museum of Contemporary Art of the African Diaspora (Miami MoCAAD). For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 12 yrs.+
Register
Tabletop Takeover- Board Gaming Club
Mon, Jun 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Join us for evenings filled with strategy, laughter, and the joy of discovering new games while forging connections that last beyond the tabletop. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Tue, Jun 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join us for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 3-5 yrs.
The Healing Circle - A Bereavement Support Group
Wed, Jun 04, 6:00am - 7:30pm
Arcola Lakes Virtual Programs Room
Find comfort and healing in a supportive community that can help you navigate the difficult journey of grief. Presented by Flashlight of Hope, Inc. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. All ages.
Intro to Computers
Wed, Jun 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for this hands-on introductory computer basics class. Learn how to use a mouse, navigate the internet, send emails and more! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Caregiver & Me Playgroup
Fri, Jun 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Build meaningful bonds with your little one through music, creative movement, arts and crafts and sensory explorations. Presented by Round Robin Playgroup and funded in part by the family of Leah Nico. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 5 yrs.
Art in the Afternoon!
Sat, Jun 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Feeling crafty? Let your creativity shine with hands-on art and craft activities that the whole family can enjoy. Get ready to splash paint, build sculptures and unleash your inner artist! Don't miss out on the fun! For more info, contact us at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. All ages.
Tabletop Takeover- Board Gaming Club
Mon, Jun 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Join us for evenings filled with strategy, laughter, and the joy of discovering new games while forging connections that last beyond the tabletop. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Tue, Jun 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join us for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 3-5 yrs.
The Healing Circle - A Bereavement Support Group
Wed, Jun 11, 6:00am - 7:30pm
Arcola Lakes Virtual Programs Room
Find comfort and healing in a supportive community that can help you navigate the difficult journey of grief. Presented by Flashlight of Hope, Inc. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. All ages.
Summer Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Jun 14, 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.
Art in the Afternoon!
Sat, Jun 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Feeling crafty? Let your creativity shine with hands-on art and craft activities that the whole family can enjoy. Get ready to splash paint, build sculptures and unleash your inner artist! Don't miss out on the fun! For more info, contact us at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. All ages.
Tabletop Takeover- Board Gaming Club
Mon, Jun 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Join us for evenings filled with strategy, laughter, and the joy of discovering new games while forging connections that last beyond the tabletop. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Tue, Jun 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join us for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 3-5 yrs.
The Healing Circle - A Bereavement Support Group
Wed, Jun 18, 6:00am - 7:30pm
Arcola Lakes Virtual Programs Room
Find comfort and healing in a supportive community that can help you navigate the difficult journey of grief. Presented by Flashlight of Hope, Inc. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. All ages.
Intro to Computers
Wed, Jun 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for this hands-on introductory computer basics class. Learn how to use a mouse, navigate the internet, send emails and more! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Caregiver & Me Playgroup
Fri, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Build meaningful bonds with your little one through music, creative movement, arts and crafts and sensory explorations. Presented by Round Robin Playgroup and funded in part by the family of Leah Nico. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 5 yrs.
Summer Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Jun 21, 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.
Art in the Afternoon!
Sat, Jun 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Feeling crafty? Let your creativity shine with hands-on art and craft activities that the whole family can enjoy. Get ready to splash paint, build sculptures and unleash your inner artist! Don't miss out on the fun! For more info, contact us at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. All ages.
Tabletop Takeover- Board Gaming Club
Mon, Jun 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Join us for evenings filled with strategy, laughter, and the joy of discovering new games while forging connections that last beyond the tabletop. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Tue, Jun 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join us for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 3-5 yrs.
Online Event: Meet with the USCIS - United States Citizenship & Immigration Services
Tue, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Arcola Lakes Virtual Programs Room
Connect online with a United States Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) Community Relations Officer to find out about naturalization and other immigration topics. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
The Healing Circle - A Bereavement Support Group
Wed, Jun 25, 6:00am - 7:30pm
Arcola Lakes Virtual Programs Room
Find comfort and healing in a supportive community that can help you navigate the difficult journey of grief. Presented by Flashlight of Hope, Inc. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. All ages.
Summer Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Jun 28, 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.
Jammin' Jerk Vegan Jamaican Class - Celebrate Caribbean Heritage Month
Sat, Jun 28, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Join plant-based chef Janay Laing for a special introduction to vegan Jamaican cuisine! Learn how to cook delicious plant-based versions of Jamaican classics like spicy jerk chicken and rice and peas. Plus, bake a decadent pineapple cake. Participants will receive samples. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. All ages.
Tabletop Takeover- Board Gaming Club
Mon, Jun 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Join us for evenings filled with strategy, laughter, and the joy of discovering new games while forging connections that last beyond the tabletop. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Tue, Jul 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join us for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 3-5 yrs.
Intro to Computers
Wed, Jul 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for this hands-on introductory computer basics class. Learn how to use a mouse, navigate the internet, send emails and more! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Summer Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Jul 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.
How the Monkey Got a Drink - Presented by the South Florida Chamber Ensemble 
Sat, Jul 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Multipurpose Room
Dive into a magical Brazilian fable set in the Amazon rainforest! Learn about rainforest animals, deforestation, and hear music by Afro-Brazilian female composer Chiquinha Gonzag. Make your own caxixis, a traditional Brazilian shaker instrument, and play it during the performance. For more information, contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. All ages.
Art in the Afternoon!
Sat, Jul 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Feeling crafty? Let your creativity shine with hands-on art and craft activities that the whole family can enjoy. Get ready to splash paint, build sculptures and unleash your inner artist! Don't miss out on the fun! For more info, contact us at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. All ages.
Tabletop Takeover- Board Gaming Club
Mon, Jul 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Join us for evenings filled with strategy, laughter, and the joy of discovering new games while forging connections that last beyond the tabletop. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Tue, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join us for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 3-5 yrs.
Circus Show: The Legendary Art of Throwing and Catching - Summer Reading Challenge
Wed, Jul 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Join us at the library for a fun and exciting show by Siboney Circus. Learn the art of juggling, hula hooping, contortion, acrobatics, and circus history. All ages. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org.
Summer Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Jul 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.
Art in the Afternoon!
Sat, Jul 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Feeling crafty? Let your creativity shine with hands-on art and craft activities that the whole family can enjoy. Get ready to splash paint, build sculptures and unleash your inner artist! Don't miss out on the fun! For more info, contact us at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. All ages.
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