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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
powellk@mdpls.org
Phone: 305-694-2707
Branch manager
Krystal Powell
Hours
Mon, Mar 27 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Mar 28 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Mar 29 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Mar 30 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Mar 31 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 01 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Apr 02 Closed
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Branch manager
Krystal Powell
Address
8240 Northwest 7th Avenue
Miami, FL 33150
Tel: 305-694-2707

Upcoming events

Blood Pressure Screenings
Mon, Mar 27, 9:30am - 1:00pm
Free walk-in blood pressure screening offered by The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County. For more information, please contact the branch. Ages 19 yrs. +
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Tue, Mar 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join us for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. Ages 3 - 5 yrs.
Online Event: Meet with the USCIS - United States Citizenship & Immigration Services
Tue, Mar 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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. Ages 19 yrs.+
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Apr 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. Please visit https://www.mdpls.org/tutor/ for course offerings, location information, and to register. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.
Kid Crafternoons
Sat, Apr 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Unleash your inner creativity and make your own unique masterpiece! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 12 yrs. and under.
Care Resource - Mobile HIV Testing Service
Tue, Apr 04, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Representatives from Care Resource will be providing Rapid HIV testing, with individuals learning their status within 20 minutes of testing. Information about HIV, STDs and other services offered by Care Resource will also be available. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707. Ages 19 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Tue, Apr 04, 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, Apr 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
From using a keyboard and email to surfing the internet and more, learn the basics of how to use a computer, even if you've never used one before. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 55 yrs.+
This event is full
Rescheduled
'Caregiver & Me' Playgroup
Fri, Apr 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
New date Friday, April 28, 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. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org.
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Apr 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. Please visit https://www.mdpls.org/tutor/ for course offerings, location information, and to register. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.
Kid Crafternoons
Sat, Apr 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Unleash your inner creativity and make your own unique masterpiece! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 12 yrs. and under.
Get Your Game On! - Teen Board Gaming
Mon, Apr 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Join us for some fun and casual game time. Pick from a variety of games, including Connect 4, Mancala, Uno, Cards Against Humanity (Family Edition), Scrabble, chess, and checkers! Ages 12 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Tue, Apr 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
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.
NID-HCA Homebuyer Education Workshop
Thu, Apr 13, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Bring a valid ID and proof of income (W2 or current pay stub) and learn how to manage your money understand your credit get assistance for down-payment and closing costs and much much more! A Certificate of Completion will be awarded at the end of the 8-hour workshop. Participants will need to attend both 4-hour workshops. Presented by Experts Resource Community Center part of NID-Housing Counseling Agency. For more information, contact (305) 694-2707. Ages 19 yrs.+
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Apr 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. Please visit https://www.mdpls.org/tutor/ for course offerings, location information, and to register. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.
Kid Crafternoons
Sat, Apr 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Unleash your inner creativity and make your own unique masterpiece! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 12 yrs. and under.
Intro to Computers
Wed, Apr 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
From using a keyboard and email to surfing the internet and more, learn the basics of how to use a computer, even if you've never used one before. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 55 yrs.+
This event is full
'Caregiver & Me' Playgroup
Fri, Apr 21, 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. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org.
Textured Landscapes - Autism Acceptance Month
Fri, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Multipurpose Room
Journey through different landforms on our vast planet. Then use paints mixed with different textural elements - such as yarn, sand, rice, and feathers - to create a textured landscape. Suitable for all abilities. Materials will be provided. Presented by Miami Children's Museum. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 4 - 8 yrs.
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Apr 22, 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. Please visit https://www.mdpls.org/tutor/ for course offerings, location information, and to register. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Tue, Apr 25, 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.
NID-HCA Homebuyer Education Workshop
Thu, Apr 27, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Bring a valid ID and proof of income (W2 or current pay stub) and learn how to manage your money understand your credit get assistance for down-payment and closing costs and much much more! A Certificate of Completion will be awarded at the end of the 8-hour workshop. Participants will need to attend both 4-hour workshops. Presented by Experts Resource Community Center part of NID-Housing Counseling Agency. For more information, contact (305) 694-2707. Ages 19 yrs.+
NID-HCA Homebuyer Education Workshop
Thu, Apr 27, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Bring a valid ID and proof of income (W2 or current pay stub) and learn how to manage your money understand your credit get assistance for down-payment and closing costs and much much more! A Certificate of Completion will be awarded at the end of the 8-hour workshop. Participants will need to attend both 4-hour workshops. Presented by Experts Resource Community Center part of NID-Housing Counseling Agency. For more information, contact (305) 694-2707. Ages 19 yrs.+
'Caregiver & Me' Playgroup
Fri, Apr 28, 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. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org.
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Apr 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. Please visit https://www.mdpls.org/tutor/ for course offerings, location information, and to register. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.
Amazing Magic Show- Celebrating National Library Week
Sat, Apr 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join magician Brent Gregory for an interactive show that combines mind-bending magic with comedy. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. All ages.
Care Resource - Mobile HIV Testing Service
Tue, May 02, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Representatives from Care Resource will be providing Rapid HIV testing, with individuals learning their status within 20 minutes of testing. Information about HIV, STDs and other services offered by Care Resource will also be available. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707. Ages 19 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Tue, May 02, 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, May 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
From using a keyboard and email to surfing the internet and more, learn the basics of how to use a computer, even if you've never used one before. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 55 yrs.+
This event is full
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, May 06, 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. Please visit https://www.mdpls.org/tutor/ for course offerings, location information, and to register. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.
Kid Crafternoons
Sat, May 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Unleash your inner creativity and make your own unique masterpiece! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 12 yrs. and under.
Get Your Game On! - Teen Board Gaming
Mon, May 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Join us for some fun and casual game time. Pick from a variety of games, including Connect 4, Mancala, Uno, Cards Against Humanity (Family Edition), Scrabble, chess, and checkers! Ages 12 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Tue, May 09, 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.
NID-HCA Homebuyer Education Workshop
Tue, May 09, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Multipurpose Room
Bring a valid ID and proof of income (W2 or current pay stub) and learn how to manage your money understand your credit get assistance for down-payment and closing costs and much much more! A Certificate of Completion will be awarded at the end of the 8-hour workshop. Participants will need to attend both 4-hour workshops. Presented by Experts Resource Community Center part of NID-Housing Counseling Agency. For more information, contact (305) 694-2707. Ages 19 yrs.+
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, May 13, 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. Please visit https://www.mdpls.org/tutor/ for course offerings, location information, and to register. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.
Kid Crafternoons
Sat, May 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Unleash your inner creativity and make your own unique masterpiece! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 12 yrs. and under.
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Tue, May 16, 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.
AARP: Strategies to Help Enhance Your Job Search
Tue, May 16, 10:00am - 1:30pm
Multipurpose Room
Looking for your dream job can be a daunting task, but this workshop on "Strategies to Help Enhance Your Job Search" can help make the process easier. Join us and learn valuable skills that will give you an edge in your job search. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Intro to Computers
Wed, May 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
From using a keyboard and email to surfing the internet and more, learn the basics of how to use a computer, even if you've never used one before. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 55 yrs.+
This event is full
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, May 20, 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. Please visit https://www.mdpls.org/tutor/ for course offerings, location information, and to register. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.
Kid Crafternoons
Sat, May 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Unleash your inner creativity and make your own unique masterpiece! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 12 yrs. and under.
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Tue, May 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
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.
NID-HCA Homebuyer Education Workshop
Tue, May 23, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Multipurpose Room
Bring a valid ID and proof of income (W2 or current pay stub) and learn how to manage your money understand your credit get assistance for down-payment and closing costs and much much more! A Certificate of Completion will be awarded at the end of the 8-hour workshop. Participants will need to attend both 4-hour workshops. Presented by Experts Resource Community Center part of NID-Housing Counseling Agency. For more information, contact (305) 694-2707. Ages 19 yrs.+
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