Miami Lakes Branch Library announced the following programs that are available for the public during April:
For Children and Families:
Talking is Teaching, Read, Sing for Toddlers – Stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. Best for ages 18 months to 3 years old. Scheduled at 11 a.m. on Thursdays, April 6, 20 and 27.
Library Lego Club – Join for monthly Lego builds at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 220.
Movies and Stories for Kids – Enjoy watching some of our favorite movies with your family and friends. Call for visit branch for movie listings. Scheduled at 3 p.m. on Wednesdays, April 5, 12 and 19.
Junior Super Smash Challenge – Join the Junior Super Smash Bros. challenge and put your Super Smash Bros. skills to the test. Best for ages 7-11 years at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 15.
Paws to Read – A reading program that aims to improve literacy skills of children through the assistance of therapy dogs who serve as literacy mentors. Parents may bring a book or choose one from the branch collection at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 8.
Homeschool Science Class – Learn how to create different science projects. Space is limited and contact branch to register. Program scheduled at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 12.
Saturday Matinee – This month the branch is featuring Storks. Presented by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 29.
For Teens:
Superhero Self-Portraits – Learn how to create a mixed-media portrait starring you as the ultimate crusader! All materials will be provided, but space is limited. Contact branch for registration information. Best for ages 10 years and up at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 18.
Teen Club: Color and Chill – Stressed from school? Come and chill out while coloring with your friends. Materials will be provided. Best for ages 13 years and up at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 25.
Teen Club – Play video games, watch anime, draw or discuss books at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 14.
For Adults:
Meditation Classes – Join the class for meditation derived from Raja Yoga, a discipline that helps develop inner calm, clear thinking and personal well-being, at 11 a.m. on Fridays, April 7, 14, 21 and 28.
Book Discussion Group – Call or visit the branch for this month’s title. Meets at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, April 18.
Color Your Cares Away – Get social and try out the newest trend in relaxation and stress relief. All materials provided at 12:30 p.m. on Fridays, April 7, 14, 21 and 28.
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, April 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 Saturday, April 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.