Literary Discussions

Many literary passages in books have deep power and significance, and some resonate with us on a personal level. Join Dr. Lillian Schanfield, Professor Emerita of English at Barry University, in exploring these selections and their authors' visions and artistry. For mor......More

Many literary passages in books have deep power and significance, and some resonate with us on a personal level. Join Dr. Lillian Schanfield, Professor Emerita of English at Barry University, in exploring these selections and their authors' visions and artistry. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

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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 lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 3-5 yrs.

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Falun Gong Meditation and Exercise

Join us in person or online to learn Falun Gong, an ancient, high-level Chinese practice that uses gentle movements and meditation to cultivate the body, mind and spirit. Registration is required for online participants. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 2......More

Join us in person or online to learn Falun Gong, an ancient, high-level Chinese practice that uses gentle movements and meditation to cultivate the body, mind and spirit. Registration is required for online participants. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

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Overcoming Stress & Anxiety with Meditation

Let your mind's cares and tensions melt away during this unique session of deep, progressive relaxation and gentle breathing exercises. Enjoy an uplifting, guided meditation and "mind massage" from a highly experienced meditation instructor. Steve Pollack's soothing voi......More

Let your mind's cares and tensions melt away during this unique session of deep, progressive relaxation and gentle breathing exercises. Enjoy an uplifting, guided meditation and "mind massage" from a highly experienced meditation instructor. Steve Pollack's soothing voice supports you in opening your heart, focusing your mind, clearing chakras, and uplifting your energy. For more information, please contact 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

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Teen Library Advisory Committee

Earn volunteer hours while helping make our library an even better place for teens. Make new friends while helping choose books, planning and leading programs and learning new skills. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. ......More

Earn volunteer hours while helping make our library an even better place for teens. Make new friends while helping choose books, planning and leading programs and learning new skills. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 13 - 18 yrs.

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Tai Chi

Enjoy the benefits of this ancient Chinese practice that includes breathing techniques, posture correction and gentle, fluid movements. Led by certified instructor Laura Flagel. Please wear sneakers and comfortable clothing. For more information, please contact the bran......More

Enjoy the benefits of this ancient Chinese practice that includes breathing techniques, posture correction and gentle, fluid movements. Led by certified instructor Laura Flagel. Please wear sneakers and comfortable clothing. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 12 yrs.+

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Creative Kids

Enjoy a dynamic art program designed to help kids explore their inner creativity, from painting to collage. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 11 yrs.

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Summer 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

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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Furry Tales

Read your favorite stories alongside a friendly dog! Help your child improve their literacy skills and boost confidence by reading to a therapy dog. Bring your own book or choose from the library's collection. Presented by the Alliance of Therapy Dogs. For more informat......More

Read your favorite stories alongside a friendly dog! Help your child improve their literacy skills and boost confidence by reading to a therapy dog. Bring your own book or choose from the library's collection. Presented by the Alliance of Therapy Dogs. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 12 yrs.

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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

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 information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 12 yrs.+

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Parenting Class

Weekly advice sessions for parents of children ages 0-6 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 an......More

Weekly advice sessions for parents of children ages 0-6 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. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

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Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers

Join us for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org.. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.

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Chess Club

Sharpen your chess skills by playing with others! Fun for beginners and more advanced players alike. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 8 yrs.+

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Bailando

Join us in learning eight global dances and which countries they originate from. Then, practice simple choreography to the traditional music from each culture. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. All ages.

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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 lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 3-5 yrs.

Northeast Dade-Aventura Branch - Auditorium

Falun Gong Meditation and Exercise

Join us in person or online to learn Falun Gong, an ancient, high-level Chinese practice that uses gentle movements and meditation to cultivate the body, mind and spirit. Registration is required for online participants. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 2......More

Join us in person or online to learn Falun Gong, an ancient, high-level Chinese practice that uses gentle movements and meditation to cultivate the body, mind and spirit. Registration is required for online participants. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

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Overcoming Stress & Anxiety with Meditation

Let your mind's cares and tensions melt away during this unique session of deep, progressive relaxation and gentle breathing exercises. Enjoy an uplifting, guided meditation and "mind massage" from a highly experienced meditation instructor. Steve Pollack's soothing voi......More

Let your mind's cares and tensions melt away during this unique session of deep, progressive relaxation and gentle breathing exercises. Enjoy an uplifting, guided meditation and "mind massage" from a highly experienced meditation instructor. Steve Pollack's soothing voice supports you in opening your heart, focusing your mind, clearing chakras, and uplifting your energy. For more information, please contact 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

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Teen Library Advisory Committee

Earn volunteer hours while helping make our library an even better place for teens. Make new friends while helping choose books, planning and leading programs and learning new skills. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. ......More

Earn volunteer hours while helping make our library an even better place for teens. Make new friends while helping choose books, planning and leading programs and learning new skills. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 13 - 18 yrs.

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Fraud Prevention

Understand the types of scams and fraud that are prevalent; learn how to spot fraudulent activity to steal money; how to avoid becoming a victim; increasing awareness of the tactics that scammers use and what types of information shouldn't be given out; and identifying ......More

Understand the types of scams and fraud that are prevalent; learn how to spot fraudulent activity to steal money; how to avoid becoming a victim; increasing awareness of the tactics that scammers use and what types of information shouldn't be given out; and identifying AARP as a wise friend in staying safe from scams and fraud. For more information contact your local branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 55 yrs.+

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Senior Medicare Patrol Program

Learn tips to protect, detect, and report suspected scams and fraud. Join Lilliana Rey, Senior Medicare Patrol Specialist, as she delivers information on Medicare and addresses questions related to Medicare fraud. Presented by Alliance for Aging. For more information, ......More

Learn tips to protect, detect, and report suspected scams and fraud. Join Lilliana Rey, Senior Medicare Patrol Specialist, as she delivers information on Medicare and addresses questions related to Medicare fraud. Presented by Alliance for Aging. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

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Tai Chi

Enjoy the benefits of this ancient Chinese practice that includes breathing techniques, posture correction and gentle, fluid movements. Led by certified instructor Laura Flagel. Please wear sneakers and comfortable clothing. For more information, please contact the bran......More

Enjoy the benefits of this ancient Chinese practice that includes breathing techniques, posture correction and gentle, fluid movements. Led by certified instructor Laura Flagel. Please wear sneakers and comfortable clothing. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 12 yrs.+

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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 email lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 12 yrs.

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Parkinson's Support Group

This one-hour support group is designed for those suffering with Parkinson's Disease and their loved ones. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

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Medicare 101 Seminar

Join Medicare specialist Lynda Aviles as she covers how to choose the right Medicare plan for you. You'll learn about how Medicare Parts A & B work, Medicare options Part C vs Medicare Supplements, Part D Rx, enrollment timelines, and how to avoid penalties. For more in......More

Join Medicare specialist Lynda Aviles as she covers how to choose the right Medicare plan for you. You'll learn about how Medicare Parts A & B work, Medicare options Part C vs Medicare Supplements, Part D Rx, enrollment timelines, and how to avoid penalties. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

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