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May is Older Americans Month

Older Americans Month is a time to acknowledge and highlight the contributions and achievements of older Americans and strengthen our commitment to honoring and engaging older adults in our community.

This year’s theme, Aging Unbound, offers the opportunity to explore a wide range of aging experiences and promote the importance of enjoying independence and fulfillment by paving our own paths as we age.

Library Resources

Senior woman reading a book

Connections Home Library Service
Your favorite library materials, delivered

Our Connections Home Library Service makes it possible for anyone who can't visit the library due to a disability or conditions of aging to borrow library materials through the mail with return postage included.

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Audiobook player and cassette

Braille & Talking Books Library
Reading never sounded so good

The Miami-Dade Public Library System's Braille & Talking Books Library loans audio and Braille books and magazines, along with a player, free by mail to residents who have difficulty reading or using printed books.

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Senior lady using computer

Digital Learn
Computer basics for beginners

If you've ever wanted to use a computer but found it too difficult, the Library's Digital Learn platform provides free step-by-step online courses for beginners that will help learners learn to effectively use a computer.

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Programs & Events

Sat, Apr 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Dade Regional
El Haiku es un tipo de poema japonés inspirado en la naturaleza. Usando como soporte "Mi cuaderno de Haikus" de la premiada escritora chilena María José Ferrada; los participantes conocerán más acerca de este singular género lírico mientras agudizan la mirada y escriben sus propios haikus en este cuaderno. El taller será facilitado por la poeta Omira Bellizzio. Cuaderno incluido. Para información y registrarse, comuníquese con la biblioteca al 305-233-8140 o crespim@mdpls.org. Para años 18yrs.+

Fri, May 17, 11:00am - 2:00pm
West Kendall Regional
Set yourself apart in today's job market! Learn how to master the online job search, network effectively, and ace your interview. This free workshop is presented by AARP. For more information, please contact the library at 305-385-7135 or lopezp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Sat, May 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kendale Lakes Branch
El Haiku es un tipo de poema japonés inspirado en la naturaleza. Usando como soporte "Mi cuaderno de Haikus" de la premiada escritora chilena María José Ferrada; los participantes conocerán más acerca de este singular género lírico mientras agudizan la mirada y escriben sus propios haikus en este cuaderno. El taller será facilitado por la poeta Omira Bellizzio. Cuaderno incluido. Para información y registrarse, comuníquese con la biblioteca al 305-388-0326 o jacobsonf@mdpls.org. Años 18yrs.+