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 305-822-6520, email truglioj@mdpls.org or sign up at bit.ly/3Wnp6tC.
The library at 6699 Windmill Gate Rd. is open Monday - Thursday, 9:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, from 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., and closed Sunday.
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers Wed., July 16 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Toddlers and caregivers will hear stories, sing songs and enjoy activities. Ages 18 mos. – 3
Teen Library Advisory Board: Color your world with Tie Dye Socks Wed., July 16 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Bring your own pair of socks to transform into a one-of-a-kind tie-dye artwork. Ages 13 – 19
Talk Crafty to Me! Thurs., July 17 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Make crafts with other creatives. Materials provided. Ages 19+
Tai Chi for Beginners Fri., July 18, 25 11 a.m. – Noon Led by a library staffer, this class of gentle and graceful movements is designed to improve balance, coordination, focus and mental health. Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Ages 19+
Summer Homework Help & Tutoring Sat., July 19, 26, Aug. 2 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 or go to www.mdpls.org/tutor.
Citizenship Class Mon., July 21, 28, Aug. 4 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. This course will prepare qualified people for the U.S. citizenship test. Learn eligibility require-ments, U.S. history and government; interview tips and more. Presented by Hispanic Unity of Florida. Ages 19+
Teen Library Advisory Board: Watercolor Resist Painting Wed., July 23 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. This beginning watercolor program uses different materials to create a layer of art that resists the watercolor when it’s painted over it. Ages 13 – 19
Bloomin’ Bottles: Recycled Art Fun Thurs., July 24. 3 p.m. – 4 p.m. Turn an ordinary water bottle into a one-of-a-kind faux flower-filled vase while recycling with creativity. Materials provided. Ages 8+
Get Tinkering with 3D Design – Teen Library Advisory Board Wed., July 30 3 p.m. – 4 p.m. Learn TinkerCAD and use YOUmake Miami’s 3D printers in a beginner-friendly program to create a custom 3D keychain to take home. Ages 13+
Florida Licensing on Wheels (FLOW) Fri., Aug. 1 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Renew, replace or update a driver’s license, get a new ID card, renew a vehicle registration, buy a special license plate and more. Bring a car registration. Ages 19+