Palm Springs North Library

Education By Linda Trischitta, Editor Thursday, June 4, 2026

The Miami-Dade County Library branch in Miami Lakes is closed for renovation. Patrons may visit the branch in Palm Springs North at 17601 NW 78th Ave. for classes. Many classes require registration, call for information at 305-820-8564 or padronc@mdpls.org. 

     The branch is open 9:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. Monday - Thursday; 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Friday -Saturday and closed Sunday. 

READy, Set, Go:  Storytelling  Wed., June 3 11a.m. – 12 p.m.

Brought to you by The Children’s Trust/The Children’s Trust Parent Club. Stories, songs and activities to promote literacy, 

expand vocabulary, encourage participation and strengthen comprehension. In collaboration with FIU’s Center for Children & Families. 

Ages 0 - 5.

Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Babies  Fri., June 5, 12  11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Babies and caregivers can enjoy soothing stories, songs and finger plays. Ages 0-18 mos.

Wildlife Show – Summer Reading Challenge  Sat., June 6  11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Meet a variety of animals presented by an experienced trainer.  All ages.

Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers en dos idiomas  Mon., June 8  11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Toddlers and caregivers can enjoy stories, songs and activities in English and Spanish.  Ages 18 mos. - 3

Painting with a Librarian - Adult Edition  Tues., June 9  11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

A librarian will lead a painting class; materials provided.  Ages 19+

Afternoon Bingo  Wed., June 10   4 p.m. – 5 p.m.  

Join a fun bingo game.  Ages 6-18 

Homework Help and Tutoring

Sat., June 13, 20   10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact tutoring@mdpls.org, call 305-375-1413, or visit Mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children’s Trust and the Kislak Foundation.

LEGO® Club  Sat., June 13, 20   1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.  

Participate in a LEGO® STEM challenge. Blocks are supplied. Ages 3-12 

The Magic of Reading - Summer Reading Challenge Sat., June 13  3 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Join magician Brent Gregory for an interactive show that combines mind-bending magic with comedy! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-820-8564 or padronc@mdpls.org. All ages.

Move It! Shake It! With Miss Leslie: Music for Babies and Toddlers  Mon., June 15  11 a.m. – 12 p.m. 

Join Miss Leslie for songs, rhymes, dances, and games to nurture a love of music and foster development. To register, call 305-820-8564 or email padronc@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 3 

Monthly Book Club  Wed., June 17  5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Join book lovers for engaging stories, copies available for borrowing at the circulation desk.  Call for monthly selection: 305-820-8564.  Ages 19+