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. and Friday and Saturday, from 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Closed Sunday.
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for toddlers en dos idiomas Tues., Nov. 26 11 a.m. – Noon. Toddlers and caregivers will hear stories, sing songs and enjoy activities in both English and Spanish. Ages 18 mos. – 3
Tai Chi for Beginners Fri., Nov. 15. 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+
Homework Help & Tutoring Sat., Nov. 16, Dec. 7 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.https://www.mdpls.org/tutor
Nutrition and Health Class presented by Feeding South Florida Tues., Nov. 19, Dec. 3. 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. Learn to prepare tasty, nutritious meals and get tips on how to eat healthy while on a budget. Recipes and treats provided for the class. Ages 19+
Mask Making – Teen Library Advisory Board Wed., Nov. 20 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Create your own version of a Calusa high priest’s ceremonial mask and learn about the people who came before us. Made possible by the Town of Miami Lakes Educational Advisory Board.
Talk Crafty to Me! Thurs., Nov. 21 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Make crafts with other creatives. Ages 19+
Palm Springs North Book Club Thurs., Nov. 21 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. Meet at the Miami Lakes branch for a monthly discussion on a book that will be available to check out. Call for the title at 305-822-6520. Ages 19+.
Bridging Generations: Art & Conversation Wed., Dec. 4. 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Guided by a professional artist, elders and kids ages 12+ teens create paintings and connect.
STEM Saturday Sat., Dec. 7. 2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Do a STEM activity with FIU undergraduate and medical students. Materials provided. Made possible by the Green Family Foundation NeighborhoodHELP.
Ages 5 – 15