Northeast Dade - Aventura Branch
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Tuesday April 23 9:30am - 8:00pm EDT
Technically Poetic: Wish-a-Poem
Wish-a-Poem is an interactive installation that invites users at three libraries across Miami to co-create a poem by rubbing a magic lamp. Inspired by the magic lamp's literary roots, Wish-a-Poem positions the object as a form of decolonial technology within the context......More
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Tuesday April 23 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Join us for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or [email protected]. Ages 3 - 5 yrs.
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Wednesday April 24 9:30am - 8:00pm EDT
Technically Poetic: Wish-a-Poem
Wish-a-Poem is an interactive installation that invites users at three libraries across Miami to co-create a poem by rubbing a magic lamp. Inspired by the magic lamp's literary roots, Wish-a-Poem positions the object as a form of decolonial technology within the context......More
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Wednesday April 24 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Online Event: Falun Gong Meditation & Exercises
Falun Gong is an ancient, high level Chinese practice that uses gentle movements and meditation to cultivate the body, mind and spirit. Space is limited for this online event. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or l......More
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Wednesday April 24 11:30am - 1:00pm EDT
A Conversation with World War II Veteran Sydney Levit
Meet Mr. Sydney Levit, a 99-year-old airborne veteran who served at the Battle of the Bulge in WWII. Participants will be invited to ask questions about his unique experiences. This is a hybrid event, presented live at Northeast-Dade Aventura, livestreamed to Coral Reef......More
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Wednesday April 24 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Overcoming Stress & Anxiety with Meditation
Join experienced meditation instructor Steve Pollack to learn simple meditation techniques and apply them during a brief guided session. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or [email protected]. Ages 19 yrs.+
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Wednesday April 24 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Teens & Tweens Writing Club
Do you enjoy writing stories, essays or poems? Join our vibrant and supportive community for aspiring writers. Share insights, learn valuable tips and engage in open discussions. For more information, please contact 305-931-5512 or [email protected]. Ages 8 - 18 yrs.
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Thursday April 25 9:30am - 8:00pm EDT
Technically Poetic: Wish-a-Poem
Wish-a-Poem is an interactive installation that invites users at three libraries across Miami to co-create a poem by rubbing a magic lamp. Inspired by the magic lamp's literary roots, Wish-a-Poem positions the object as a form of decolonial technology within the context......More
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Thursday April 25 12:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Lunar Meditation with Romie
Meditation brings about greater happiness, focus, and sleep quality. Help support your emotional and spiritual well-being in these trying times. Leverage the energies of the zodiacal signs in each of the moons. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-......More
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Thursday April 25 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
LEGO® at the Library
Bring your creativity and have fun building with LEGO® blocks! Adult supervision recommended for younger children. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or at [email protected]. Ages 5 - 12 yrs.
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Friday April 26 9:30am - 6:00pm EDT
Technically Poetic: Wish-a-Poem
Wish-a-Poem is an interactive installation that invites users at three libraries across Miami to co-create a poem by rubbing a magic lamp. Inspired by the magic lamp's literary roots, Wish-a-Poem positions the object as a form of decolonial technology within the context......More
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Saturday April 27 9:30am - 6:00pm EDT
Technically Poetic: Wish-a-Poem
Wish-a-Poem is an interactive installation that invites users at three libraries across Miami to co-create a poem by rubbing a magic lamp. Inspired by the magic lamp's literary roots, Wish-a-Poem positions the object as a form of decolonial technology within the context......More
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Saturday April 27 10:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Homework Help and Tutoring
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 s......More
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Saturday April 27 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Furry Tales
Read your favorite stories alongside a friendly dog! Reading aloud to a registered therapy dog may help improve literacy skills and boost confidence. Bring your own book or choose from the library's collection. Presented by the Alliance of Therapy Dogs. For more informa......More
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Saturday April 27 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Renaissance Dance
Let's dance! Join the Society of Creative Anachronism in person for a bit of history through Renaissance Dance. Learn the traditional dances of Italy, France, and England - the building blocks of American Square dancing. For more information, please contact the branch a......More
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Saturday April 27 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Learn to Speak Haitian Creole
Join us for immersive language classes and learn how to speak Haitian Creole. Classes are suitable for beginning to intermediate learners and are a great way to acquire basic language proficiency for workplace use or to enhance conversational skills. For more informatio......More
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Saturday April 27 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Introduction to Computers
Learn computer basics, including how to use a mouse get on the internet, set up and use an email account and more! Use one of our laptops or feel free to bring your own device. Taught by instructors from Collective Sistahood. For more information, please contact the bra......More
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Saturday April 27 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Book Discussion
According to Confucius, an educated woman is a worthless woman, but Tan Yunxian born into an elite family, yet haunted by death, separations, and loneliness is being raised by her grandparents to be of use. Join your peers for a lively book discussion of a historical no......More
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Monday April 29 9:30am - 11:00am EDT
Parenting Class
Weekly sessions offered by Cayuga Centers in conjunction with The Children's Trust. Topics covered include positive discipline, attachment, communication, setting limits, and more led by Maria Soledad Lizarraga, B.A. Psychology and Developmental Specialist, PACE Program......More
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Monday April 29 9:30am - 8:00pm EDT
Technically Poetic: Wish-a-Poem
Wish-a-Poem is an interactive installation that invites users at three libraries across Miami to co-create a poem by rubbing a magic lamp. Inspired by the magic lamp's literary roots, Wish-a-Poem positions the object as a form of decolonial technology within the context......More
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Monday April 29 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Enjoy stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or [email protected]. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.
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Monday April 29 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Chess Club
Sharpen your chess skills by playing with others! Fun for beginners and more advanced players alike. Meets in the auditorium. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or [email protected]. Ages 8 yrs.+
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Monday April 29 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
e-Device Advice
Need help with your electronic device? Instructors from Generation Technology will be available assist you. Please bring your device for hands-on learning. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or [email protected]. Ages 19 yrs.+
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Tuesday April 30 9:30am - 8:00pm EDT
Technically Poetic: Wish-a-Poem
Wish-a-Poem is an interactive installation that invites users at three libraries across Miami to co-create a poem by rubbing a magic lamp. Inspired by the magic lamp's literary roots, Wish-a-Poem positions the object as a form of decolonial technology within the context......More
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Tuesday April 30 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Learn with Shakespeare
William Shakespeare famously contributed more memorable phrases and sayings to the English language than any other author. Join Dr. Lillian Schanfield, Professor Emerita of English at Barry University, to explore and discuss the wisdom and poetry of Shakespeare. Registr......More
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Tuesday April 30 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Apps for Learning
This lecture introduces apps that can assist in learning languages, art history and drawing, and playing music. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or [email protected]. Ages 19+
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Tuesday April 30 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers
Join us for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or [email protected]. Ages 3 - 5 yrs.
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Wednesday May 1 9:30am - 8:00pm EDT
Technically Poetic: Wish-a-Poem
Wish-a-Poem is an interactive installation that invites users at three libraries across Miami to co-create a poem by rubbing a magic lamp. Inspired by the magic lamp's literary roots, Wish-a-Poem positions the object as a form of decolonial technology within the context......More
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Wednesday May 1 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Online Event: Falun Gong Meditation & Exercises
Falun Gong is an ancient, high level Chinese practice that uses gentle movements and meditation to cultivate the body, mind and spirit. Space is limited for this online event. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or l......More
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Wednesday May 1 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Overcoming Stress & Anxiety with Meditation
Join experienced meditation instructor Steve Pollack to learn simple meditation techniques and apply them during a brief guided session. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or [email protected]. Ages 19 yrs.+
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Wednesday May 1 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Teens & Tweens Writing Club
Do you enjoy writing stories, essays or poems? Join our vibrant and supportive community for aspiring writers. Share insights, learn valuable tips and engage in open discussions. For more information, please contact 305-931-5512 or [email protected]. Ages 8 - 18 yrs.
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Thursday May 2 9:30am - 1:00pm EDT
Blood Pressure Screenings
Free blood pressure screening offered by the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or [email protected]. Ages 19 yrs.+
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Thursday May 2 9:30am - 8:00pm EDT
Technically Poetic: Wish-a-Poem
Wish-a-Poem is an interactive installation that invites users at three libraries across Miami to co-create a poem by rubbing a magic lamp. Inspired by the magic lamp's literary roots, Wish-a-Poem positions the object as a form of decolonial technology within the context......More
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Thursday May 2 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Color Me Happy
Join us for fun and simple coloring activities. Materials will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or [email protected]. Ages 11 yrs. and under.
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Friday May 3 9:30am - 6:00pm EDT
Technically Poetic: Wish-a-Poem
Wish-a-Poem is an interactive installation that invites users at three libraries across Miami to co-create a poem by rubbing a magic lamp. Inspired by the magic lamp's literary roots, Wish-a-Poem positions the object as a form of decolonial technology within the context......More
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Friday May 3 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Local Author Series with Lyonel Gerdes
Join local author Lyonel Gerdes as he presents his memoir "Port-au-Prince, Haiti: Duvaliers Pax Haitiana Dynasty and My Coming of Age in the Time of Compas Direct and Mini Jazz" and discusses his personal experience living in Haiti's capital Port-au-Prince in the 60s an......More