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Online Event: Great Books Discussion Group
2023-04-13 10:00:00 2023-04-13 11:30:00 America/New_York Online Event: Great Books Discussion Group Join us online and discuss short stories from the "100 Great Short Stories" collection edited by James Daley. Library copies available upon request. 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 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+ Miami Beach Regional -

Thursday, April 13
10:00am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2023-04-13 10:00:00 2023-04-13 11:30:00 America/New_York Online Event: Great Books Discussion Group Join us online and discuss short stories from the "100 Great Short Stories" collection edited by James Daley. Library copies available upon request. 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 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+ Miami Beach Regional -

Join us online and discuss short stories from the "100 Great Short Stories" collection edited by James Daley. Library copies available upon request. 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 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

2023 Short Story Discussion Schedule 

  • January 19 
    • “The Apparition of Mrs. Veal” by Daniel Defoe (pp. 1-8) 
    • “Alice Addertongue” by Benjamin Franklin (pp. 9-13) 
  • February 2 
    • “The Devil and Tom Walker” by Washington Irving (pp. 14-24) 
    • “Mateo Falcone” by Prosper Mérimée (pp. 25-36) 
  • February 16 
    • “Napolean and the Spectre” by Charlotte Brontë (pp. 37-40) 
    • “The Mortal Immortal: A Tale” by Mary Shelley (pp. 41-53) 
  • March 2 
    • “Young Goodman Brown” by Nathaniel Hawthorne (pp. 54-66) 
    • “Dr. Heidegger’s Experiment” by Nathaniel Hawthorne (pp. 67-76) 
  • March 16 
    • “The Masque of the Red Death” by Edgar Allan Poe (pp.77-82) 
    • “The Tell-Tale Heart” By Edgar Allan Poe (pp. 83-87) 
  • March 30 
    • “The Cask of Amontillado” by Edgar Allan Poe (pp. 88-94) 
    • “The Knitted Collar” by Mary Anne Hoare (pp. 95-101)  
  • April 13: 
    • Big Read discussion group: “Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude” by Ross Gay
  • April 27 
    • “The District Doctor” by Ivan S. Turgenev (pp. 102-110) 
    • “Nobody’s Story” by Charles Dickens (pp. 111-116) 
  • May 11 
    • “The Fiddler” by Herman Melville (pp. 117-122)  
    • “The Lightning-Rod Man” by Herman Melville (pp. 123-129)
  •  May 25 
    • “Selecting the Faculty” by Robert Carlton (pp. 130-135) 
    • “The Cold Embrace” by Mary E. Braddon (pp. 136-144)
  • June 8 
    • “The Pope’s Mule” by Alphonse Daudet (pp. 145-154) 
    • “Journalism in Tennessee” by Mark Twain (pp. 155-161) 
  • June 22 
    • “The Luck of Roaring Camp” by Bret Harte (pp. 162-171) 
    • “Bill Nations” by Bill Arp (pp. 172-174) 
  • July 6 
    • “A Jersey Centenarian” by Bret Harte (pp. 175-180) 
    • “The Notorious Jumping Frog of Calaveras County” by Mark Twain (pp. 181-186) 

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults (55+) | Adult (19+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Online | Conversation Circles | Book Clubs |

TAGS: | Virtual Program | Online | Literature | Hobbies & Special Interest |

Miami Beach Regional
customercare@mdpls.org
Phone: 305-535-4219
Branch manager
Bryant Capley
Hours
Mon, Jun 05 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jun 06 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jun 07 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jun 08 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jun 09 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 10 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jun 11 Closed
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Bryant Capley
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227 22nd Street
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Tel: 305-535-4219

Upcoming events

Art Exhibition: Rejoice Always by Daniel Marosi
Thu, Jun 08, All day
Daniel Marosi's text-based work is part of the "Rhema Word Series", which examines the relevance of Biblical instruction to contemporary values. Investigating the implicit authority of news, music, and advertising to influence behaviors, Marosi layers multiple phrases with scriptural verses, allowing individual letterforms to become a visible meditation on the intangible substance of faith.
Adult Chess
Thu, Jun 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced chess player, match your skills and learn a few new tricks about this game of strategy. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 19 yrs. +
Toastmasters
Thu, Jun 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Miami Beach Toastmasters provides a comfortable, warm and nurturing environment to help you develop your public speaking and leadership skills. This is also a great way for accomplished, experienced speakers to hone their skills and perfect their art. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 19 yrs.+
Art Exhibition: Rejoice Always by Daniel Marosi
Fri, Jun 09, All day
Daniel Marosi's text-based work is part of the "Rhema Word Series", which examines the relevance of Biblical instruction to contemporary values. Investigating the implicit authority of news, music, and advertising to influence behaviors, Marosi layers multiple phrases with scriptural verses, allowing individual letterforms to become a visible meditation on the intangible substance of faith.
Art Exhibition: Rejoice Always by Daniel Marosi
Sat, Jun 10, All day
Daniel Marosi's text-based work is part of the "Rhema Word Series", which examines the relevance of Biblical instruction to contemporary values. Investigating the implicit authority of news, music, and advertising to influence behaviors, Marosi layers multiple phrases with scriptural verses, allowing individual letterforms to become a visible meditation on the intangible substance of faith.
Superheroes Unite!
Sat, Jun 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Join forces with us to create your own superheroes, webtastic art and other heroic arts and crafts. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 12 yrs.
Book-to-Film Adaptation Series - The Picture of Dorian Gray (TV-G)
Sat, Jun 10, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Auditorium
Join us all summer long for free film screenings and watch books come to life at the library! A vain Victorian man fantastically transfers his mortality onto a painting of himself, which proceeds to age for him, while he remains young and handsome. But as his visage remains beautifully preserved, his heart and soul decay. An adaptation of the Oscar Wilde novel. (110 mins.). For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 13 yrs.+
Art Exhibition: Rejoice Always by Daniel Marosi
Mon, Jun 12, All day
Daniel Marosi's text-based work is part of the "Rhema Word Series", which examines the relevance of Biblical instruction to contemporary values. Investigating the implicit authority of news, music, and advertising to influence behaviors, Marosi layers multiple phrases with scriptural verses, allowing individual letterforms to become a visible meditation on the intangible substance of faith.
Take and Make Father's Day Card
Mon, Jun 12, All day
Celebrate Father's Day by showing your love and appreciation for your father by creating a personalized handcrafted card. All materials will be provided. while supplies last. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 3 - 12 yrs.
Art Exhibition: Rejoice Always by Daniel Marosi
Tue, Jun 13, All day
Daniel Marosi's text-based work is part of the "Rhema Word Series", which examines the relevance of Biblical instruction to contemporary values. Investigating the implicit authority of news, music, and advertising to influence behaviors, Marosi layers multiple phrases with scriptural verses, allowing individual letterforms to become a visible meditation on the intangible substance of faith.
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Babies
Tue, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us for soothing stories, songs and finger plays for babies and their caregivers. For more information, contact 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 18 mos.
Art Exhibition: Rejoice Always by Daniel Marosi
Wed, Jun 14, All day
Daniel Marosi's text-based work is part of the "Rhema Word Series", which examines the relevance of Biblical instruction to contemporary values. Investigating the implicit authority of news, music, and advertising to influence behaviors, Marosi layers multiple phrases with scriptural verses, allowing individual letterforms to become a visible meditation on the intangible substance of faith.
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Wed, Jun 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us in the storytime room for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 3 - 5 yrs.
Chess Club for Tweens and Teens
Wed, Jun 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Story Room
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced chess player, match your skills and learn a few new tricks about this game of strategy. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 8 yrs. +
Art Exhibition: Rejoice Always by Daniel Marosi
Thu, Jun 15, All day
Daniel Marosi's text-based work is part of the "Rhema Word Series", which examines the relevance of Biblical instruction to contemporary values. Investigating the implicit authority of news, music, and advertising to influence behaviors, Marosi layers multiple phrases with scriptural verses, allowing individual letterforms to become a visible meditation on the intangible substance of faith.
Canceled
Online Event: Great Books Discussion Group
Thu, Jun 15, 10:00am - 11:30am
Join us online and discuss short stories from the "100 Great Short Stories" collection edited by James Daley. Library copies available upon request. 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 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Adult Chess
Thu, Jun 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced chess player, match your skills and learn a few new tricks about this game of strategy. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 19 yrs. +
Toastmasters
Thu, Jun 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Miami Beach Toastmasters provides a comfortable, warm and nurturing environment to help you develop your public speaking and leadership skills. This is also a great way for accomplished, experienced speakers to hone their skills and perfect their art. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 19 yrs.+
Art Exhibition: Rejoice Always by Daniel Marosi
Fri, Jun 16, All day
Daniel Marosi's text-based work is part of the "Rhema Word Series", which examines the relevance of Biblical instruction to contemporary values. Investigating the implicit authority of news, music, and advertising to influence behaviors, Marosi layers multiple phrases with scriptural verses, allowing individual letterforms to become a visible meditation on the intangible substance of faith.
Online Event: Draw a Frida Kahlo-Inspired Still Life
Fri, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us online for a step-by-step drawing class led by art teacher Barbara Freiberg and learn how to draw a still life based on Frida Kahlo's 1951 painting "Still Life with Parrot and Fruit." Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Art Exhibition: Rejoice Always by Daniel Marosi
Sat, Jun 17, All day
Daniel Marosi's text-based work is part of the "Rhema Word Series", which examines the relevance of Biblical instruction to contemporary values. Investigating the implicit authority of news, music, and advertising to influence behaviors, Marosi layers multiple phrases with scriptural verses, allowing individual letterforms to become a visible meditation on the intangible substance of faith.
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Jun 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.
Evento en línea: Club literario
Sat, Jun 17, 10:30am - 12:30pm
¿Te gusta escribir? Te invitamos a participar de un taller para personas interesadas en escribir cuentos. Las sesiones serán coordinadas por el escritor Jaime Cabrera González. El espacio para este evento en línea es limitado y requiere inscripción. Las personas recibirán el enlace de la plataforma Zoom, mediante correo electrónico, 24 horas antes de la hora de inicio del evento. Para mayores de 19 años.
All Together Now: Passport to Summer Reading
Sat, Jun 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Let's travel around the world learning about diverse cultures through arts and crafts! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 12 yrs.
Book-to-Film Adaptation Series - Doctor Zhivago (PG)
Sat, Jun 17, 2:30pm - 6:00pm
Auditorium
Join us all summer to watch film adaptations of classic and popular books. Ten Oscar-nominations went to this epic film about happily married physician-poet Yuri Zhivago who falls madly in love with the beautiful Lara during his struggle to survive the massive upheaval surrounding the Russian Revolution. Robert Bolt's Best Adapted Screenplay was based on the Boris Pasternak bestseller. (200 mins.) For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 13 yrs.+
Art Exhibition: Rejoice Always by Daniel Marosi
Tue, Jun 20, All day
Daniel Marosi's text-based work is part of the "Rhema Word Series", which examines the relevance of Biblical instruction to contemporary values. Investigating the implicit authority of news, music, and advertising to influence behaviors, Marosi layers multiple phrases with scriptural verses, allowing individual letterforms to become a visible meditation on the intangible substance of faith.
Summer Arts & Crafts Kits
Tue, Jun 20, All day
Missed out on our Saturday arts and crafts programs? You still have a chance to join in on the fun! Pick up a kit with the supplies needed to make a fun summer craft at home. Available while supplies last. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 12 yrs.
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Babies
Tue, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us for soothing stories, songs and finger plays for babies and their caregivers. For more information, contact 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 18 mos.
Art Exhibition: Rejoice Always by Daniel Marosi
Wed, Jun 21, All day
Daniel Marosi's text-based work is part of the "Rhema Word Series", which examines the relevance of Biblical instruction to contemporary values. Investigating the implicit authority of news, music, and advertising to influence behaviors, Marosi layers multiple phrases with scriptural verses, allowing individual letterforms to become a visible meditation on the intangible substance of faith.
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Wed, Jun 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us in the storytime room for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 3 - 5 yrs.
Chess Club for Tweens and Teens
Wed, Jun 21, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Story Room
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced chess player, match your skills and learn a few new tricks about this game of strategy. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 8 yrs. +
Art Exhibition: Rejoice Always by Daniel Marosi
Thu, Jun 22, All day
Daniel Marosi's text-based work is part of the "Rhema Word Series", which examines the relevance of Biblical instruction to contemporary values. Investigating the implicit authority of news, music, and advertising to influence behaviors, Marosi layers multiple phrases with scriptural verses, allowing individual letterforms to become a visible meditation on the intangible substance of faith.
Online Event: Great Books Discussion Group
Thu, Jun 22, 10:00am - 11:30am
Join us online and discuss short stories from the "100 Great Short Stories" collection edited by James Daley. Library copies available upon request. 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 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
This event is full
Adult Chess
Thu, Jun 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced chess player, match your skills and learn a few new tricks about this game of strategy. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 19 yrs. +
Toastmasters
Thu, Jun 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Miami Beach Toastmasters provides a comfortable, warm and nurturing environment to help you develop your public speaking and leadership skills. This is also a great way for accomplished, experienced speakers to hone their skills and perfect their art. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 19 yrs.+
Art Exhibition: Rejoice Always by Daniel Marosi
Fri, Jun 23, All day
Daniel Marosi's text-based work is part of the "Rhema Word Series", which examines the relevance of Biblical instruction to contemporary values. Investigating the implicit authority of news, music, and advertising to influence behaviors, Marosi layers multiple phrases with scriptural verses, allowing individual letterforms to become a visible meditation on the intangible substance of faith.
Wizards and Dragons and Books...Oh My! - Presented by Fantasy Theatre Factory
Fri, Jun 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Enjoy a special performance that combines magic, puppetry, humor and costuming to encourage children to read, develop their imaginations and discover confidence and self-esteem they need to help overcome bullying. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 3 - 11 yrs.
Art Exhibition: Rejoice Always by Daniel Marosi
Sat, Jun 24, All day
Daniel Marosi's text-based work is part of the "Rhema Word Series", which examines the relevance of Biblical instruction to contemporary values. Investigating the implicit authority of news, music, and advertising to influence behaviors, Marosi layers multiple phrases with scriptural verses, allowing individual letterforms to become a visible meditation on the intangible substance of faith.
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Jun 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.
All Together Now: Passport to Summer Reading
Sat, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Let's travel around the world learning about diverse cultures through arts and crafts! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 12 yrs.
Artist Talk with Daniel Marosi
Sat, Jun 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Auditorium
Join us for an in-depth conversation with Tori Arpad-Cotta, Chair of the Art & Art History Department at FIU, and Daniel Marosi as he discusses his unique artistic process. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Book-to-Film Adaptation Series - How to Train Your Dragon (PG)
Sat, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Auditorium
Join us all summer long for free film screenings and watch books come to life at the library! A misfit Viking teen befriends a dragon, despite his tribe's tradition of dragon slaying, in this adaptation of the children's fantasy book by Cressida Cowell. (98 mins.) For more information, contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 7 yrs.+
Sustainable Fibers with Pangea Kali Virga - DIY Solarpunk Halter Tops
Sat, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
YOUmake
Join local artist Pangea to make your own solarpunk themed halter top out of upcycled materials. Learn basic hand and machine sewing techniques and make a top you can boast about to your friends! Materials will be provided. For more information, please contact the library at 305-535-4219 or cortesd@mdpls.org. Ages 8 yrs.+
Art Exhibition: Rejoice Always by Daniel Marosi
Mon, Jun 26, All day
Daniel Marosi's text-based work is part of the "Rhema Word Series", which examines the relevance of Biblical instruction to contemporary values. Investigating the implicit authority of news, music, and advertising to influence behaviors, Marosi layers multiple phrases with scriptural verses, allowing individual letterforms to become a visible meditation on the intangible substance of faith.
Summer Arts & Crafts Kits
Mon, Jun 26, All day
Missed out on our Saturday arts and crafts programs? You still have a chance to join in on the fun! Pick up a kit with the supplies needed to make a fun summer craft at home. Available while supplies last. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 12 yrs.
Art Exhibition: Rejoice Always by Daniel Marosi
Tue, Jun 27, All day
Daniel Marosi's text-based work is part of the "Rhema Word Series", which examines the relevance of Biblical instruction to contemporary values. Investigating the implicit authority of news, music, and advertising to influence behaviors, Marosi layers multiple phrases with scriptural verses, allowing individual letterforms to become a visible meditation on the intangible substance of faith.
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Babies
Tue, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us for soothing stories, songs and finger plays for babies and their caregivers. For more information, contact 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 18 mos.
Art Exhibition: Rejoice Always by Daniel Marosi
Wed, Jun 28, All day
Daniel Marosi's text-based work is part of the "Rhema Word Series", which examines the relevance of Biblical instruction to contemporary values. Investigating the implicit authority of news, music, and advertising to influence behaviors, Marosi layers multiple phrases with scriptural verses, allowing individual letterforms to become a visible meditation on the intangible substance of faith.
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Wed, Jun 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us in the storytime room for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 3 - 5 yrs.
Chess Club for Tweens and Teens
Wed, Jun 28, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Story Room
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced chess player, match your skills and learn a few new tricks about this game of strategy. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 8 yrs. +
Art Exhibition: Rejoice Always by Daniel Marosi
Thu, Jun 29, All day
Daniel Marosi's text-based work is part of the "Rhema Word Series", which examines the relevance of Biblical instruction to contemporary values. Investigating the implicit authority of news, music, and advertising to influence behaviors, Marosi layers multiple phrases with scriptural verses, allowing individual letterforms to become a visible meditation on the intangible substance of faith.
Rescheduled
Online Event: Great Books Discussion Group
Thu, Jun 29, 10:00am - 11:30am
New date Thursday, June 22, 10:00am - 11:30am
Join us online and discuss short stories from the "100 Great Short Stories" collection edited by James Daley. Library copies available upon request. 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 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Adult Chess
Thu, Jun 29, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced chess player, match your skills and learn a few new tricks about this game of strategy. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 19 yrs. +
Toastmasters
Thu, Jun 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Miami Beach Toastmasters provides a comfortable, warm and nurturing environment to help you develop your public speaking and leadership skills. This is also a great way for accomplished, experienced speakers to hone their skills and perfect their art. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 19 yrs.+
Art Exhibition: Rejoice Always by Daniel Marosi
Fri, Jun 30, All day
Daniel Marosi's text-based work is part of the "Rhema Word Series", which examines the relevance of Biblical instruction to contemporary values. Investigating the implicit authority of news, music, and advertising to influence behaviors, Marosi layers multiple phrases with scriptural verses, allowing individual letterforms to become a visible meditation on the intangible substance of faith.
Art Exhibition: Rejoice Always by Daniel Marosi
Sat, Jul 01, All day
Daniel Marosi's text-based work is part of the "Rhema Word Series", which examines the relevance of Biblical instruction to contemporary values. Investigating the implicit authority of news, music, and advertising to influence behaviors, Marosi layers multiple phrases with scriptural verses, allowing individual letterforms to become a visible meditation on the intangible substance of faith.
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Jul 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.
All Together Now: Passport to Summer Reading
Sat, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Let's travel around the world learning about diverse cultures through arts and crafts! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 12 yrs.
Book-to-Film Adaptation Series - The Outsiders (PG)
Sat, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Auditorium
Join us this summer to watch film adaptations of classic and popular books. Francis Ford Coppola directs an all-star cast in the big-screen adaptation of S.E. Hinton's classic coming-of-age novel The Outsiders. Early 1960s. Tulsa, Oklahoma. The city is divided between teenagers who have grown up with wealth and privilege and the rough-edged "greasers" from the wrong side of the tracks. (91 mins.) For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 13 yrs.+
Summer Arts & Crafts Kits
Mon, Jul 03, All day
Missed out on our Saturday arts and crafts programs? You still have a chance to join in on the fun! Pick up a kit with the supplies needed to make a fun summer craft at home. Available while supplies last. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 12 yrs.
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Wed, Jul 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us in the storytime room for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 3 - 5 yrs.
Chess Club for Tweens and Teens
Wed, Jul 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Story Room
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced chess player, match your skills and learn a few new tricks about this game of strategy. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 8 yrs. +
Adult Chess
Thu, Jul 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced chess player, match your skills and learn a few new tricks about this game of strategy. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 19 yrs. +
Toastmasters
Thu, Jul 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Miami Beach Toastmasters provides a comfortable, warm and nurturing environment to help you develop your public speaking and leadership skills. This is also a great way for accomplished, experienced speakers to hone their skills and perfect their art. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 19 yrs.+
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Jul 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.
Evento en línea: Club literario
Sat, Jul 08, 10:30am - 12:30pm
¿Te gusta escribir? Te invitamos a participar de un taller para personas interesadas en escribir cuentos. Las sesiones serán coordinadas por el escritor Jaime Cabrera González. El espacio para este evento en línea es limitado y requiere inscripción. Las personas recibirán el enlace de la plataforma Zoom, mediante correo electrónico, 24 horas antes de la hora de inicio del evento. Para mayores de 19 años.
All Together Now: Passport to Summer Reading
Sat, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Let's travel around the world learning about diverse cultures through arts and crafts! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 12 yrs.
Book-to-Film Adaptation Series - The Princess Bride (PG)
Sat, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Auditorium
Join us all summer long for free film screenings and watch books come to life at the library! In the delightfully fractured tale, a grandfather reads a story about a beautiful young woman named Buttercup to his bored grandson. Then, the audience is magically transported into the tale, complete with villains, creepy creatures and a love story. (98 mins.) For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 13 yrs.+
Summer Arts & Crafts Kits
Mon, Jul 10, All day
Missed out on our Saturday arts and crafts programs? You still have a chance to join in on the fun! Pick up a kit with the supplies needed to make a fun summer craft at home. Available while supplies last. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 12 yrs.
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Babies
Tue, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us for soothing stories, songs and finger plays for babies and their caregivers. For more information, contact 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 18 mos.
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Wed, Jul 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us in the storytime room for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 3 - 5 yrs.
Chess Club for Tweens and Teens
Wed, Jul 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Story Room
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced chess player, match your skills and learn a few new tricks about this game of strategy. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 8 yrs. +
Adult Chess
Thu, Jul 13, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced chess player, match your skills and learn a few new tricks about this game of strategy. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 19 yrs. +
Toastmasters
Thu, Jul 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Miami Beach Toastmasters provides a comfortable, warm and nurturing environment to help you develop your public speaking and leadership skills. This is also a great way for accomplished, experienced speakers to hone their skills and perfect their art. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 19 yrs.+
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Jul 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.
All Together Now: Passport to Summer Reading
Sat, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Let's travel around the world learning about diverse cultures through arts and crafts! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 12 yrs.
ForEverglades Fauna Paintings
Sat, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Join local artist Melanie Oliva and paint a beautiful monochromatic composition that highlights the protected fauna of the Everglades. Materials will be provided. Ask the YOUmake Miami staff how you can participate in this year's Miami-Dade Public Library System Climate of Art events. The artwork you create may be selected for display at our annual Climate of Art exhibition! For more information, please contact the library at 305-535-4219 or cortesd@mdpls.org. Ages 13 yrs.+
Book-to-Film Adaptation Series - Diary of a Wimpy Kid (PG)
Sat, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Auditorium
Join us all summer long for free film screenings and watch books come to life at the library! A middle-school student deals with bullies, a cruel older brother and his own unpopularity while hatching a number of schemes to make himself cool in this adaptation of Jeff Kinney's series of comic novels for tweens. (92 mins.) For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 8 yrs.+
Summer Arts & Crafts Kits
Mon, Jul 17, All day
Missed out on our Saturday arts and crafts programs? You still have a chance to join in on the fun! Pick up a kit with the supplies needed to make a fun summer craft at home. Available while supplies last. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 12 yrs.
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Babies
Tue, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us for soothing stories, songs and finger plays for babies and their caregivers. For more information, contact 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 18 mos.
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Wed, Jul 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us in the storytime room for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 3 - 5 yrs.
Chess Club for Tweens and Teens
Wed, Jul 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Story Room
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced chess player, match your skills and learn a few new tricks about this game of strategy. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 8 yrs. +
Adult Chess
Thu, Jul 20, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced chess player, match your skills and learn a few new tricks about this game of strategy. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 19 yrs. +
Toastmasters
Thu, Jul 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Miami Beach Toastmasters provides a comfortable, warm and nurturing environment to help you develop your public speaking and leadership skills. This is also a great way for accomplished, experienced speakers to hone their skills and perfect their art. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 19 yrs.+
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Jul 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. 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.
Evento en línea: Club literario
Sat, Jul 22, 10:30am - 12:30pm
¿Te gusta escribir? Te invitamos a participar de un taller para personas interesadas en escribir cuentos. Las sesiones serán coordinadas por el escritor Jaime Cabrera González. El espacio para este evento en línea es limitado y requiere inscripción. Las personas recibirán el enlace de la plataforma Zoom, mediante correo electrónico, 24 horas antes de la hora de inicio del evento. Para mayores de 19 años.
All Together Now: Passport to Summer Reading
Sat, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Let's travel around the world learning about diverse cultures through arts and crafts! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 12 yrs.
Book-to-Film Adaptation Series - Sense and Sensibility (PG)
Sat, Jul 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Auditorium
Join us all summer long for free film screenings and watch books come to life at the library! This Oscar-nominated adaptation of Jane Austen's novel centers around the still-single Dashwood sisters and how they cope with men, marriage and money after their father dies. The screenplay (written by star Emma Thompson) was the sole Oscar winner out of seven nominations. (136 mins.) For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 13 yrs.+
Summer Arts & Crafts Kits
Mon, Jul 24, All day
Missed out on our Saturday arts and crafts programs? You still have a chance to join in on the fun! Pick up a kit with the supplies needed to make a fun summer craft at home. Available while supplies last. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 12 yrs.
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Babies
Tue, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us for soothing stories, songs and finger plays for babies and their caregivers. For more information, contact 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 18 mos.
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Wed, Jul 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us in the storytime room for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 3 - 5 yrs.
Chess Club for Tweens and Teens
Wed, Jul 26, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Story Room
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced chess player, match your skills and learn a few new tricks about this game of strategy. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 8 yrs. +
Adult Chess
Thu, Jul 27, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced chess player, match your skills and learn a few new tricks about this game of strategy. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 19 yrs. +
Toastmasters
Thu, Jul 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Miami Beach Toastmasters provides a comfortable, warm and nurturing environment to help you develop your public speaking and leadership skills. This is also a great way for accomplished, experienced speakers to hone their skills and perfect their art. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 19 yrs.+
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Jul 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.
All Together Now: Passport to Summer Reading
Sat, Jul 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Let's travel around the world learning about diverse cultures through arts and crafts! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 12 yrs.
Book-to-Film Adaptation Series - Pride & Prejudice (PG)
Sat, Jul 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Auditorium
Join us all summer long for free film screenings and watch books come to life at the library! Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen star as Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy in this sterling adaptation of Jane Austen's classic about love, marriage and class distinction in 18th-century England. Emma Thompson did an uncredited rewrite on the script. (127 mins.) For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 13 yrs.+
Online Event: Draw a Lighthouse Inspired by Edward Hopper
Sat, Jul 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us online for a step-by-step drawing class led by art teacher Barbara Freiberg and learn how to draw a lighthouse based on Edward Hopper's 1929 watercolor work "Pemaquid Light." Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Summer Arts & Crafts Kits
Mon, Jul 31, All day
Missed out on our Saturday arts and crafts programs? You still have a chance to join in on the fun! Pick up a kit with the supplies needed to make a fun summer craft at home. Available while supplies last. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 12 yrs.
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Babies
Tue, Aug 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us for soothing stories, songs and finger plays for babies and their caregivers. For more information, contact 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 18 mos.
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Wed, Aug 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us in the storytime room for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 3 - 5 yrs.
Chess Club for Tweens and Teens
Wed, Aug 02, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Story Room
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced chess player, match your skills and learn a few new tricks about this game of strategy. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 8 yrs. +
Adult Chess
Thu, Aug 03, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced chess player, match your skills and learn a few new tricks about this game of strategy. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 19 yrs. +
Toastmasters
Thu, Aug 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Miami Beach Toastmasters provides a comfortable, warm and nurturing environment to help you develop your public speaking and leadership skills. This is also a great way for accomplished, experienced speakers to hone their skills and perfect their art. For more information, contact (305) 535-4219. Ages 19 yrs.+
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Aug 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.
Evento en línea: Club literario
Sat, Aug 05, 10:30am - 12:30pm
¿Te gusta escribir? Te invitamos a participar de un taller para personas interesadas en escribir cuentos. Las sesiones serán coordinadas por el escritor Jaime Cabrera González. El espacio para este evento en línea es limitado y requiere inscripción. Las personas recibirán el enlace de la plataforma Zoom, mediante correo electrónico, 24 horas antes de la hora de inicio del evento. Para mayores de 19 años.
Superheroes Unite!
Sat, Aug 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Join forces with us to create your own superheroes, webtastic art and other heroic arts and crafts. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 12 yrs.
Book-to-Film Adaptation Series - Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (PG)
Sat, Aug 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Auditorium
Join us this summer to watch film adaptations of classic and popular books. After a bite from a radioactive spider, Miles Morales becomes the one and only Spider-Man. When a dimensional gateway opens up, Miles soon realizes he isn't the only spider superhero as he meets many different versions of Spiderman from other universes, including the original Peter Parker. (117 mins.) For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 10 yrs. +
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