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., June 18, 25, July 2 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Toddlers and caregivers will hear stories, sing songs and enjoy activities.
Ages 18 mos. – 3
Tai Chi for Beginners
Fri., June 20, 27 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., June 21, 28, July 5 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.
Online: Dungeons & Dragons Basics
Tues., June 24 3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Learn more about running a Dungeons & Dragons campaign. Learn how to become a dungeon master, control the story and create a character sheet. Registration required.
Ages 12+
LEGO Photography
Wed., June 25 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Learn to take post-worthy photos of your LEGO creations with Vanessa Porras Iwasiuk.
Ages 8+
Everglades 101 Exploration
Sat., June 28 3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Hear a park ranger talk about the wonders of Everglades National Park.
All ages
Health and Nutrition Class presented by Feeding South Florida
Tues., July 1 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Learn to prepare tasty, nutritious meals and get tips on how to eat healthily while on a budget. Recipes and treats provided for the class.
Ages 19+
Chess Free Play: Think, Move, Play
Tues., July 1 6 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Whether a beginner or experienced, test your skills in a friendly game of chess.
Ages 8+
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Wed., July 2 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Toddlers and caregivers will hear stories, sing songs and enjoy activities.
Ages 18 mos. – 3
Flowerpot Painting
Wed., July 2 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Lean techniques to paint your own flowerpot. Materials provided. Made possible by the Education Advisory Board.
Ages 13 – 19