The Miami-Dade County Library branch in Miami Lakes is offering classes. Most events require preregistration and popular courses may fill up early. Sign up in advance to avoid being shut out of classes. To check availability, call the branch at 305-822-6520, email truglioj@mdpls.org or sign up at https://bit.ly/3Wnp6tC.
Summer Reading Challenge - Adventure Begins at Your Library June 1 - Aug. 14
Prizes may include Miami Marlins tickets, a Frost Science Museum family membership and more. Go to https://bit.ly/3Vmjy4J.
Tai Chi for Beginners Fri., July 5, 19, 11 a.m. – Noon
Practice the ancient art of gentle movements to increase strength, flexibility and balance. Led by library staff. Ages 18+
Homework Help & Tutoring Sat, July 6, 13, 20, 27, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Certified teachers tutor students in reading, math and science for one-hour sessions. For grades K-12. Free and funded in part by The Children’s Trust. For information contact tutoring@mdpls.org or 305-375-1413. www.mdpls.org/tutor.
Summer Games – Adventure Begins at Your Library Sat., July 6 3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
In honor of the Paris Olympics, enjoy bowling, badminton, Foosball and Frisbee. Facilitated by the South Florida Chamber Ensemble. Ages 8 – 18
Chess Club Tues., July 9, 23, 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Hone your skills or have fun while playing chess. Ages 8 - 18
Teen Library Advisory Board Wed., July 10, 17, 24, 31, 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Earn community service hours, participate in planning and implementing events and provide feedback about books, movies, video games and more. Ages 13 – 19
Adventure Begins with Teens Reading and Reviewing Wed., July 10, 17, 24, 31, 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Read a book and write a review for the online catalog while earning community service hours. Ages 13 – 19
All About That Pace Cardio Workout Fri., July 12, 26, 11 a.m. – Noon
Join a low-impact cardio workout, walk in place and move at your own pace. Ages 19+
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers en dos idiomas Tues., July 16, 11 a.m. – Noon
Library staff presents stories, songs and activities in English and Spanish for toddlers and caregivers. Ages 18 mos. - 3.
Chess Club for Adults Tues., July 16, 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Hone your skills or have fun while playing chess. Ages 18+
Wine Glass Painting Thurs., July 18, 11 am. – Noon
Learn different techniques to transform any glass into a work of art. Materials provided, registration required. Ages 19+
Instrument Petting Zoo: The Sound of Strings Sat., July 27, 2 p.m – 3 p.m.
Explore a variety of stringed instruments with local guitarist Francisco Valle. From an electric guitar to a mandolin to a tres, get a hands-on demonstration of some stringed instruments. Registration required. Ages 8 – 18.
The library at 6699 Windmill Gate Rd. is open Monday - Thursday, 9:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.