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Online Event: Caribbean Genealogy

How to Trace Your West Indian Ancestors
2023-06-17 14:00:00 2023-06-17 15:00:00 America/New_York Online Event: Caribbean Genealogy Uncover your West Indian roots with genealogist Phillip Nicholas. Learn about resources that can help you trace your lineage and how to research your family history in the British West Indies. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. For more information, please contact the library at garcias@mdpls.org. Ages 13 yrs.+ Main Library -

Saturday, June 17
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-06-17 14:00:00 2023-06-17 15:00:00 America/New_York Online Event: Caribbean Genealogy Uncover your West Indian roots with genealogist Phillip Nicholas. Learn about resources that can help you trace your lineage and how to research your family history in the British West Indies. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. For more information, please contact the library at garcias@mdpls.org. Ages 13 yrs.+ Main Library -

Uncover your West Indian roots with genealogist Phillip Nicholas. Learn about resources that can help you trace your lineage and how to research your family history in the British West Indies. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. For more information, please contact the library at garcias@mdpls.org. Ages 13 yrs.+

Presented by the Special Collections & Archives Division of the Miami-Dade Public Library System, located at the Main Library.

About the Guest Speaker

Phillip Nicholas is a professional genealogist specializing in Jamaican, Barbadian, and British genealogy and owns Genealogy Detective Caribbean, LLC. He has presented for the Frederick County Public Library (FCPL), the Allen County Public Library (ACPL), the Yonkers Public Library (YPL), Los Angeles Public Library (LAPL), the Clayton Library Center, and RELIC at the Central Library where he discussed how to trace your Caribbean ancestry and the complexity of slavery. Phillip Nicholas has a Master of Library and Information Science degree from the University of Maryland, College Park and earned his Master of Arts in Comparative & Transnational History from the College of William & Mary. He has experience processing, researching, and analyzing archival records. He wrote his thesis about the cultural transformations of enslaved people from the Gold Coast in 18th-century Jamaica. With his background in history, he knows the value of understanding the historical context of an event and location when conducting genealogy.

AGE GROUP: | Young Adult (12-18) | Older Adults (55+) | Adult (19+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Special Collections | Performances & Presentations | Online | History | Genealogy |

TAGS: | Virtual Program | Online | Learning and Classes | Hobbies & Special Interest | Caribbean American Heritage Month |

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Family Storytime and Craft
Sat, Sep 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Every Saturday you can join us for fun and excitement as we read stories, sing songs, and have engaging activities. We follow storytime with a creative craft the whole family can enjoy. For more information, please contact the branch at (305) 375-2665. Ages 2 - 6 yrs.
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Online Event: Caribbean Genealogy - How to Trace Your Enslaved Ancestry
Sat, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Special Collections Virtual Programs Room
If you have African ancestry from the British West Indies but are encountering challenges and road blocks with researching your ancestors, then tune in as Genealogist Phillip Nicholas identifies resources and strategies to use when tracing your enslaved ancestry in the British West Indies. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. For more information, please contact 305-375-5572 or specialcollections@mdpls.org. Ages 13 yrs.+
Online Event: Spanish Conversation Circle - Advanced Level
Tue, Oct 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Would you like to practice your Spanish conversation skills at an advanced level? Join our conversation circle and gain confidence speaking Spanish in a friendly, relaxed setting. Space is limited for this online event. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Ages 19 yrs.+
English Conversation Circle
Tue, Oct 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Students gather together to gain comfort and fluency speaking English as a second language. Practice your English conversation skills with other learners and native English speakers. Led by a volunteer teacher, this session is appropriate for beginning to advanced level learners. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-375-2665 or hinzes@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
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Tue, Oct 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Join us for stories, songs, and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. Storytime is followed by play and socialization time. For more information, please contact the branch please contact the branch at (305) 375-2665. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.
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Wed, Oct 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bring your device and learn to use the Library's free online resources. Registration required. One appointment per week. For more information, contact 305-375-2665 or hinzes@mdplsl.org / Traiga su dispositivo electrónico y obtenga ayuda para usar los recursos gratis de la biblioteca. Para obtener un cita, comuníquese con la biblioteca a (305) 375-2665 o hinzes@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+ / Para más de 19 años.
Spanish Conversation Circle - Basic Spanish
Thu, Oct 05, 10:00am - 11:30am
Would you like to practice your Spanish conversation skills? Participate in our conversation circle and gain confidence speaking Spanish in a friendly, relaxed setting. Join us in person or online via Zoom! Space is limited for this online and in-person event. Registration is required. For online event, a Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Ages 19 yrs.+
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Thu, Oct 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Arva Parks McCabe Auditorium
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Thu, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Thu, Oct 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Department
Join us for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. Storytime is followed by an easy craft activity all can enjoy. Registration required. For more information, please contact the branch at (305) 375-2665. Ages 3-5 yrs.
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Fri, Oct 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Game Time: Board Games & More
Fri, Oct 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Department
Bring your family and friends for an afternoon of fun with board games. A variety of board and other games will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-375-2665. Ages 4 - 12 yrs.
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Fri, Oct 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Join the Library's Special Collections team for an exploration of our 16mm film collection, including viewings of selected short films. Meets the first Friday of every month on the 2nd floor. For more information, please contact the library at 305-375-2665 or garcias@mdpls.org. Ages 12 yrs.+
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Oct 07, 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.
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Sat, Oct 07, 11:00am - 12:30pm
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Family Storytime and Craft
Sat, Oct 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Department
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AV Club: Spooky Cinema Showcase
Sat, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Arva Parks McCabe Auditorium
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Voices from Florida - SoFla's Scary Cinema
Sat, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arva Parks McCabe Auditorium
Local history meets horror in this engaging discussion of four fright films made in and around South Florida. Join Florida International University Librarian Eduardo Fojo as he provides interesting film facts, history and insightful critical commentary. For more information, please contact the library at 305-375-5572 or specialcollections@mdpls.org. Ages 12 yrs.+
Online Event: Spanish Conversation Circle - Advanced Level
Tue, Oct 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Would you like to practice your Spanish conversation skills at an advanced level? Join our conversation circle and gain confidence speaking Spanish in a friendly, relaxed setting. Space is limited for this online event. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Ages 19 yrs.+
English Conversation Circle
Tue, Oct 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Students gather together to gain comfort and fluency speaking English as a second language. Practice your English conversation skills with other learners and native English speakers. Led by a volunteer teacher, this session is appropriate for beginning to advanced level learners. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-375-2665 or hinzes@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Tue, Oct 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Department
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. Storytime is followed by play and socialization time. For more information, please contact the branch please contact the branch at (305) 375-2665. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.
Bring Your Device - Traiga su dispositivo electrónico
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Bring your device and learn to use the Library's free online resources. Registration required. One appointment per week. For more information, contact 305-375-2665 or hinzes@mdplsl.org / Traiga su dispositivo electrónico y obtenga ayuda para usar los recursos gratis de la biblioteca. Para obtener un cita, comuníquese con la biblioteca a (305) 375-2665 o hinzes@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+ / Para más de 19 años.
Spanish Conversation Circle - Basic Spanish
Thu, Oct 12, 10:00am - 11:30am
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Thu, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Thu, Oct 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Special Collections Virtual Programs Room
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Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Thu, Oct 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Department
Join us for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. Storytime is followed by an easy craft activity all can enjoy. Registration required. For more information, please contact the branch at (305) 375-2665. Ages 3-5 yrs.
Game Time: Board Games & More
Fri, Oct 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Department
Bring your family and friends for an afternoon of fun with board games. A variety of board and other games will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-375-2665. Ages 4 - 12 yrs.
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Oct 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.
Family Storytime and Craft
Sat, Oct 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Department
Every Saturday you can join us for fun and excitement as we read stories, sing songs, and have engaging activities. We follow storytime with a creative craft the whole family can enjoy. For more information, please contact the branch at (305) 375-2665. Ages 2 - 6 yrs.
Online Event: Caribbean Genealogy - How to Trace Your Enslaved Ancestry
Sat, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Special Collections Virtual Programs Room
If you have African ancestry from the British West Indies, but are encountering challenges and road blocks with researching your ancestors, then tune in as Genealogist Phillip Nicholas identifies resources and strategies to use when tracing your enslaved ancestry in the British West Indies. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. For more information, please contact 305-375-5572 or specialcollections@mdpls.org. Ages 13 yrs.+
Online Event: Spanish Conversation Circle - Advanced Level
Tue, Oct 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Would you like to practice your Spanish conversation skills at an advanced level? Join our conversation circle and gain confidence speaking Spanish in a friendly, relaxed setting. Space is limited for this online event. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Ages 19 yrs.+
English Conversation Circle
Tue, Oct 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Students gather together to gain comfort and fluency speaking English as a second language. Practice your English conversation skills with other learners and native English speakers. Led by a volunteer teacher, this session is appropriate for beginning to advanced level learners. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-375-2665 or hinzes@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Tue, Oct 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Department
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. Storytime is followed by play and socialization time. For more information, please contact the branch please contact the branch at (305) 375-2665. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.
Craft Day!
Tue, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Department
Get creative at the library with fun and unique craft projects each month! Materials will be provided. Held every third Tuesday. Younger children may need adult supervision. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-375-2665. Ages 4 - 12 yrs.
Bring Your Device - Traiga su dispositivo electrónico
Wed, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bring your device and learn to use the Library's free online resources. Registration required. One appointment per week. For more information, contact 305-375-2665 or hinzes@mdplsl.org / Traiga su dispositivo electrónico y obtenga ayuda para usar los recursos gratis de la biblioteca. Para obtener un cita, comuníquese con la biblioteca a (305) 375-2665 o hinzes@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+ / Para más de 19 años.
Spanish Conversation Circle - Basic Spanish
Thu, Oct 19, 10:00am - 11:30am
Would you like to practice your Spanish conversation skills? Participate in our conversation circle and gain confidence speaking Spanish in a friendly, relaxed setting. Join us in person or online via Zoom! Space is limited for this online and in-person event. Registration is required. For online event, a Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Ages 19 yrs.+
Movie Afternoons - Escape Room - PG-13
Thu, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
First Floor Community Room
Six strangers, including a student, a slacker and a businessman, receive mysterious invitations in the mail to a new "immersive" escape room in which the last remaining player will receive $1 million. They soon discover the game's stakes are deadly and the various rooms were created by a master manipulator to reveal each person's past secrets and true character. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-375-2665 or hinzes@mdpls.org. Ages 13 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Thu, Oct 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Department
Join us for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. Storytime is followed by an easy craft activity all can enjoy. Registration required. For more information, please contact the branch at (305) 375-2665. Ages 3-5 yrs.
Game Time: Board Games & More
Fri, Oct 20, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Department
Bring your family and friends for an afternoon of fun with board games. A variety of board and other games will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-375-2665. Ages 4 - 12 yrs.
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Oct 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.
Family Storytime and Craft
Sat, Oct 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Department
Every Saturday you can join us for fun and excitement as we read stories, sing songs, and have engaging activities. We follow storytime with a creative craft the whole family can enjoy. For more information, please contact the branch at (305) 375-2665. Ages 2 - 6 yrs.
Art Workshops @ the Library
Sat, Oct 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Get creative and have fun! Join us for fun art workshops open to all ages and abilities taught by local artists. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-375-2665 or hinzes@mdpls.org. All ages.
Online Event: Spanish Conversation Circle - Advanced Level
Tue, Oct 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Would you like to practice your Spanish conversation skills at an advanced level? Join our conversation circle and gain confidence speaking Spanish in a friendly, relaxed setting. Space is limited for this online event. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Ages 19 yrs.+
English Conversation Circle
Tue, Oct 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Students gather together to gain comfort and fluency speaking English as a second language. Practice your English conversation skills with other learners and native English speakers. Led by a volunteer teacher, this session is appropriate for beginning to advanced level learners. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-375-2665 or hinzes@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Tue, Oct 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Department
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. Storytime is followed by play and socialization time. For more information, please contact the branch please contact the branch at (305) 375-2665. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.
Bring Your Device - Traiga su dispositivo electrónico
Wed, Oct 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bring your device and learn to use the Library's free online resources. Registration required. One appointment per week. For more information, contact 305-375-2665 or hinzes@mdplsl.org / Traiga su dispositivo electrónico y obtenga ayuda para usar los recursos gratis de la biblioteca. Para obtener un cita, comuníquese con la biblioteca a (305) 375-2665 o hinzes@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+ / Para más de 19 años.
Spanish Conversation Circle - Basic Spanish
Thu, Oct 26, 10:00am - 11:30am
Would you like to practice your Spanish conversation skills? Participate in our conversation circle and gain confidence speaking Spanish in a friendly, relaxed setting. Join us in person or online via Zoom! Space is limited for this online and in-person event. Registration is required. For online event, a Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Ages 19 yrs.+
Movie Afternoons Celebrates Halloween - Smile (R)
Thu, Oct 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Arva Parks McCabe Auditorium
Psychiatrist Dr. Rose Cotter feels her grip on reality slipping after bearing witness to an unsettling, traumatic incident with a patient. Determined to regain agency over her situation, Rose must face her disturbing past head-on if she is to live to see another day. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-375-2665 or hinzes@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Not-so-scary Halloween Storytime for Preschoolers
Thu, Oct 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Department
Let's celebrate the spooky season with stories, songs, and engaging activities for preschoolers and their caregivers. The storytime will be followed by a Halloween-themed craft. Materials will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-375-2665 or hinzes@mdpls.org. Ages 3 - 5 yrs.
Game Time: Board Games & More
Fri, Oct 27, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Department
Bring your family and friends for an afternoon of fun with board games. A variety of board and other games will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-375-2665. Ages 4 - 12 yrs.
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Oct 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.
Online Event: Spanish Conversation Circle - Advanced Level
Tue, Oct 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
Would you like to practice your Spanish conversation skills at an advanced level? Join our conversation circle and gain confidence speaking Spanish in a friendly, relaxed setting. Space is limited for this online event. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Ages 19 yrs.+
English Conversation Circle
Tue, Oct 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Students gather together to gain comfort and fluency speaking English as a second language. Practice your English conversation skills with other learners and native English speakers. Led by a volunteer teacher, this session is appropriate for beginning to advanced level learners. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-375-2665 or hinzes@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Tue, Oct 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Department
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. Storytime is followed by play and socialization time. For more information, please contact the branch please contact the branch at (305) 375-2665. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.
Online Event: Voices from Florida - So-Fla's Scary Cinema
Tue, Oct 31, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Special Collections Virtual Programs Room
Local history meets horror in this engaging discussion of four fright films made in and around South Florida. Join Florida International University Librarian Eduardo Fojo as he provides interesting film facts, history and insightful critical commentary. 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 305-375-5572 or specialcollections@mdpls.org. All ages.
Bring Your Device - Traiga su dispositivo electrónico
Wed, Nov 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bring your device and learn to use the Library's free online resources. Registration required. One appointment per week. For more information, contact 305-375-2665 or hinzes@mdplsl.org / Traiga su dispositivo electrónico y obtenga ayuda para usar los recursos gratis de la biblioteca. Para obtener un cita, comuníquese con la biblioteca a (305) 375-2665 o hinzes@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+ / Para más de 19 años.
Spanish Conversation Circle - Basic Spanish
Thu, Nov 02, 10:00am - 11:30am
Would you like to practice your Spanish conversation skills? Participate in our conversation circle and gain confidence speaking Spanish in a friendly, relaxed setting. Join us in person or online via Zoom! Space is limited for this online and in-person event. Registration is required. For online event, a Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Ages 19 yrs.+
Lunchtime Poetry & Jazz @ the Library
Thu, Nov 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Arva Parks McCabe Auditorium
Join us for an interactive poetry and jazz program featuring local poets reading their works while accompanied by a live jazz band. Hosted by Miami-Dade County Poetry Ambassador Nicole Tallman and Library Curator and Poet Oscar Fuentes. For more information, please contact 305-375-2665. All ages.
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Thu, Nov 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Department
Join us for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. Storytime is followed by an easy craft activity all can enjoy. Registration required. For more information, please contact the branch at (305) 375-2665. Ages 3-5 yrs.
Spanish Guitar with Frank V.
Fri, Nov 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Take a break from your day every first Friday of the month and enjoy a variety of classical and flamenco pieces. All ages.
Game Time: Board Games & More
Fri, Nov 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Department
Bring your family and friends for an afternoon of fun with board games. A variety of board and other games will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-375-2665. Ages 4 - 12 yrs.
AV CLUB
Fri, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Join the Library's Special Collections team for an exploration of our 16mm film collection, including viewings of selected short films. Meets the first Friday of every month on the 2nd floor. For more information, please contact the library at 305-375-2665 or garcias@mdpls.org. Ages 12 yrs.+
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Nov 04, 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.
Family Storytime and Craft
Sat, Nov 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Department
Every Saturday you can join us for fun and excitement as we read stories, sing songs, and have engaging activities. We follow storytime with a creative craft the whole family can enjoy. For more information, please contact the branch at (305) 375-2665. Ages 2 - 6 yrs.
Online Event: Spanish Conversation Circle - Advanced Level
Tue, Nov 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Would you like to practice your Spanish conversation skills at an advanced level? Join our conversation circle and gain confidence speaking Spanish in a friendly, relaxed setting. Space is limited for this online event. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Ages 19 yrs.+
English Conversation Circle
Tue, Nov 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Students gather together to gain comfort and fluency speaking English as a second language. Practice your English conversation skills with other learners and native English speakers. Led by a volunteer teacher, this session is appropriate for beginning to advanced level learners. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-375-2665 or hinzes@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Tue, Nov 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Department
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. Storytime is followed by play and socialization time. For more information, please contact the branch please contact the branch at (305) 375-2665. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.
Bring Your Device - Traiga su dispositivo electrónico
Wed, Nov 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bring your device and learn to use the Library's free online resources. Registration required. One appointment per week. For more information, contact 305-375-2665 or hinzes@mdplsl.org / Traiga su dispositivo electrónico y obtenga ayuda para usar los recursos gratis de la biblioteca. Para obtener un cita, comuníquese con la biblioteca a (305) 375-2665 o hinzes@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+ / Para más de 19 años.
Spanish Conversation Circle - Basic Spanish
Thu, Nov 09, 10:00am - 11:30am
Would you like to practice your Spanish conversation skills? Participate in our conversation circle and gain confidence speaking Spanish in a friendly, relaxed setting. Join us in person or online via Zoom! Space is limited for this online and in-person event. Registration is required. For online event, a Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Ages 19 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Thu, Nov 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Department
Join us for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. Storytime is followed by an easy craft activity all can enjoy. Registration required. For more information, please contact the branch at (305) 375-2665. Ages 3-5 yrs.
Homework Help and Tutoring
Sat, Nov 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.
Family Storytime and Craft
Sat, Nov 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Department
Every Saturday you can join us for fun and excitement as we read stories, sing songs, and have engaging activities. We follow storytime with a creative craft the whole family can enjoy. For more information, please contact the branch at (305) 375-2665. Ages 2 - 6 yrs.
Online Event: Spanish Conversation Circle - Advanced Level
Tue, Nov 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Would you like to practice your Spanish conversation skills at an advanced level? Join our conversation circle and gain confidence speaking Spanish in a friendly, relaxed setting. Space is limited for this online event. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Ages 19 yrs.+
English Conversation Circle
Tue, Nov 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Students gather together to gain comfort and fluency speaking English as a second language. Practice your English conversation skills with other learners and native English speakers. Led by a volunteer teacher, this session is appropriate for beginning to advanced level learners. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-375-2665 or hinzes@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Tue, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Department
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. Storytime is followed by play and socialization time. For more information, please contact the branch please contact the branch at (305) 375-2665. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.
Bring Your Device - Traiga su dispositivo electrónico
Wed, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bring your device and learn to use the Library's free online resources. Registration required. One appointment per week. For more information, contact 305-375-2665 or hinzes@mdplsl.org / Traiga su dispositivo electrónico y obtenga ayuda para usar los recursos gratis de la biblioteca. Para obtener un cita, comuníquese con la biblioteca a (305) 375-2665 o hinzes@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+ / Para más de 19 años.
Spanish Conversation Circle - Basic Spanish
Thu, Nov 16, 10:00am - 11:30am
Would you like to practice your Spanish conversation skills? Participate in our conversation circle and gain confidence speaking Spanish in a friendly, relaxed setting. Join us in person or online via Zoom! Space is limited for this online and in-person event. Registration is required. For online event, a Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Ages 19 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Thu, Nov 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Department
Join us for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. Storytime is followed by an easy craft activity all can enjoy. Registration required. For more information, please contact the branch at (305) 375-2665. Ages 3-5 yrs.
Game Time: Board Games & More
Fri, Nov 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Department
Bring your family and friends for an afternoon of fun with board games. A variety of board and other games will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-375-2665. Ages 4 - 12 yrs.
Family Storytime and Craft
Sat, Nov 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Department
Every Saturday you can join us for fun and excitement as we read stories, sing songs, and have engaging activities. We follow storytime with a creative craft the whole family can enjoy. For more information, please contact the branch at (305) 375-2665. Ages 2 - 6 yrs.
Art Workshops @ the Library
Sat, Nov 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Get creative and have fun! Join us for fun art workshops open to all ages and abilities taught by local artists. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-375-2665 or hinzes@mdpls.org. All ages.
Online Event: Caribbean Genealogy - How to Trace Your Sephardic & Ashkenazi Jewish Ancestry
Sat, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Special Collections Virtual Programs Room
Do you have Jewish ancestry from the British West Indies but are encountering challenges and road blocks while researching your ancestors? Then tune in as Genealogist Phillip Nicholas identifies resources and strategies to use when tracing your Jewish ancestry in the British West Indies. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. For more information, please contact 305-375-5572 or specialcollections@mdpls.org. Ages 13 yrs.+
Online Event: Spanish Conversation Circle - Advanced Level
Tue, Nov 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Would you like to practice your Spanish conversation skills at an advanced level? Join our conversation circle and gain confidence speaking Spanish in a friendly, relaxed setting. Space is limited for this online event. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Ages 19 yrs.+
English Conversation Circle
Tue, Nov 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Students gather together to gain comfort and fluency speaking English as a second language. Practice your English conversation skills with other learners and native English speakers. Led by a volunteer teacher, this session is appropriate for beginning to advanced level learners. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-375-2665 or hinzes@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Tue, Nov 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Department
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. Storytime is followed by play and socialization time. For more information, please contact the branch please contact the branch at (305) 375-2665. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.
Craft Day! Thanksgiving Theme
Tue, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Department
Get creative at the library with a fun Thanksgiving themed craft for the month of November. Materials will be provided. Younger children may need adult assistance. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-375-2665 or hinzes@mdpls.org. Ages 4 - 12 yrs.
Bring Your Device - Traiga su dispositivo electrónico
Wed, Nov 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bring your device and learn to use the Library's free online resources. Registration required. One appointment per week. For more information, contact 305-375-2665 or hinzes@mdplsl.org / Traiga su dispositivo electrónico y obtenga ayuda para usar los recursos gratis de la biblioteca. Para obtener un cita, comuníquese con la biblioteca a (305) 375-2665 o hinzes@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+ / Para más de 19 años.
Online Event: Spanish Conversation Circle - Advanced Level
Tue, Nov 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Would you like to practice your Spanish conversation skills at an advanced level? Join our conversation circle and gain confidence speaking Spanish in a friendly, relaxed setting. Space is limited for this online event. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Ages 19 yrs.+
English Conversation Circle
Tue, Nov 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Students gather together to gain comfort and fluency speaking English as a second language. Practice your English conversation skills with other learners and native English speakers. Led by a volunteer teacher, this session is appropriate for beginning to advanced level learners. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-375-2665 or hinzes@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Tue, Nov 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Department
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. Storytime is followed by play and socialization time. For more information, please contact the branch please contact the branch at (305) 375-2665. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.
Bring Your Device - Traiga su dispositivo electrónico
Wed, Nov 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bring your device and learn to use the Library's free online resources. Registration required. One appointment per week. For more information, contact 305-375-2665 or hinzes@mdplsl.org / Traiga su dispositivo electrónico y obtenga ayuda para usar los recursos gratis de la biblioteca. Para obtener un cita, comuníquese con la biblioteca a (305) 375-2665 o hinzes@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+ / Para más de 19 años.
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