Miami Lakes Branch Library announced the following programs that are available for the public during July:
For Children and Families:
Movies and Stories for Kids – Enjoy watching some of our favorite movies with your family and friends. Call for visit branch for movie listings. Presented by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at 3 p.m. on Wednesdays, July 19.
Storytelling with Scratch! – Create and share digital stories and animations. Use the computer to design your own stories. No previous computer experience is necessary. CS First Storytelling Club. Contact the branch to register. For ages 8-12 years old at 4 p.m. on Mondays, July 24 and 31.
Minecraft Challenge – Test your gaming skills at the Minecraft Challenge. Use the branch controllers or bring your own. Registration required. Call the branch for more information. Meets at 11 a.m. on Thursday, July 20.
Dinosaur Exploration – Learn about these ancient animals and see actual fossils. Play paleontologist and dig through Jurassic sand. Learn about different dinosaurs with the “Do the Dinosaur” sing-along. Presented by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 22.
Build a Better World with Science – Join in a fun Science Show with Dr. Fitz. Kids will get to learn some cool science stuff such as how to make corny goo and green slime. Presented by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at 11 a.m. on Thursday, July 27.
Music & Movement en Dos Idiomas – Music aids brain development and integrates the senses from a very young age. Enjoy an interactive bilingual music session while improving socialization, communication and listening skills. Suitable to those with, and without special needs, and best for ages 18 months to 5 years. Presented by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 29.
Reading Circle – Join a special reading circle hosted by Read to Learn Books for Free. Special presenters, including Miami Lakes Mayor Manny Cid and Councilmember Ceasar Mestre will read their favorite children’s stories out loud. Joining in will be a book-loving Princess. Bring new and gently used children’s books to the branch to donate to Read to Learn Books for Free which distributes over 150,000 free books to families in 40 locations all over Miami. Scheduled for 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 29.
For Teens:
Teen Club: Build a Better World – For ages 12-18 years old. Create using unconventional materials at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 25.
For Adults:
USCIS Information Table – U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service staff will provide information, materials and answer general questions about the citizenship process, at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, July 24.
Mario Diaz-Balart Outreach Table – A member of Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart’s staff will be available to discuss federal issues and address any concerns a constituent may have with a federal agency from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 26.
Miami Lakes Branch Library is located at 6699 Windmill Gate Road and is open Monday and Tuesday from noon to 8 p.m., and Wednesday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The branch is closed on Sundays. For more information, call 305-822-6520.