Miami Lakes Library Programs

Education By Linda Trischitta, Editor Wednesday, July 31, 2024

     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.

Teen Library Advisory Board Wed., July 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 31, Aug. 7  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

DMV (FLOW) Fri., Aug. 2 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Florida Licensing on Wheels helps residents renew a driver’s license or obtain a replacement; change a name or address on a license; get an ID card; renew a vehicle registration or buy a specialty license plate. Registration is required. Call the branch at 305-822-6520 or email truglioj@mdpls.org. Ages 18+

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.

Homework Help & Tutoring  Sat., Aug. 3, 10, 31  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.

Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for toddlers en dos idiomas  Tues., Aug. 6, 27  11 a.m. – Noon. Toddlers and caregivers will hear stories, sing songs and enjoy activities in both English and Spanish. Registration required, call 305-822-6520.  Ages 18 mos. – 3

Chess Club for Adults  Tues., Aug. 6  6 p.m. - 7 p.m.  Hone your skills and have fun while playing chess.  Ages 18+

Teen Library Advisory Board Wed., Aug. 7  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

All About That Pace Cardio Workout  Fri., Aug. 9, 23  11 a.m. – Noon.  Join a low-impact cardio workout, walk in place and move at your own pace.  Ages 19+

Talk Crafty to Me! Thurs., Aug. 15 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.  Make cool crafts and meet other creatives. Materials provided. Registration required, call 305-822-6520.  Ages 19+

Tai Chi for Beginners  Fri., Aug. 16.  11 a.m. – Noon. Practice the ancient art of gentle movements to increase strength, flexibility and balance. Led by library staff.  Ages 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. Closed Sunday.