Miami Lakes Branch Library announced the following programs are available for the public during February:
For Children and Families:
Reading Ready Toddler Storytime - Stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their care givers at 11 a.m. on Thursdays, February 5, 12, 19 and 26.
Read Along, Sing a Song with the Florida Grand Opera – A special storytime featuring the rich history of African Americans in a fun, digestible context for ages 5-8 years. Made possible by the Florida Grand Opera at 3 p.m. on Saturday, February 7.
Paws to Read – Certified therapy dogs listen to children read aloud which can help with reading skills. At 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 14.
Saturday Matinee at the Library – The Miami Lakes branch presents a family friendly film for all ages featuring “The Princess and the Frog” at 3 p.m. on Saturday, February 28.
Less Stressed About Tests – The New Florida Standards – This workshop provides a rationale for the adoption of new educational standards in Florida and explains how they were developed. It focuses on the shifts in the pedagogy of English Language Arts and Mathematics, and how parents can support their children. Program is sponsored by the Parent Academy of Miami-Dade Public Schools in partnership with the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the Miami-Dade Public Library System. Meets at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, February 23.
For Teens:
Tween Book Club – A children’s book club for ages 8-12 that meets once a month to discuss the chosen book. This month is “The Last Dogs: The Long Road” by Christopher Holt. Meets at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, February 28.
Teen Club - Teens meet to play video games, watch anime, draw or discuss books. For ages 12-18 at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, February 24.
Teen Club presents Anti Valentine’s Day – Teens meet to play video games, watch anime, draw or discuss books. For ages 12-18 at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, February 10.
For Adults:
Collage: Big Pictures from Small Bits – Adult patrons create original art work from small bits of paper at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, February 9.
Book Discussion Group – This month’s title is “Revelation” by C.J. Sansom. Meets at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 17.
Commissioner Esteban Bovo Jr.’s Outreach – Mobile Office Community Outreach provides an opportunity for the community to speak with the commissioner and/or his representative from 1 to 3 p.m. on Monday, February 9.
Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart Outreach – A member of Rep. Diaz-Balart’s staff will visit the library to discuss federal issues or any problem a constituent may have with a federal agency from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 25.
Miami Lakes Branch Library is located at 6699 Windmill Gate Road and is open Monday and Tuesday from noon to 8 p.m., and Wednesday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The branch is closed on Sundays. For more information, call 305-822-6520.