Miami Lakes Library Programs

Education By Linda Trischitta, Editor Thursday, June 20, 2024

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 the branch at 305-822-6520, email truglioj@mdpls.org or sign up at https://bit.ly/3Wnp6tC.

Summer Reading Challenge - Adventure Begins at Your Library.  June 1 - Aug. 14  Prizes may include Miami Marlins tickets, a Frost Science Museum family membership and more. Go to https://bit.ly/3Vmjy4J.

Talk Crafty to Me!  Thurs., June 20  11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Make cool crafts and meet other creatives. Materials provided.  

Ages 19+

Tai Chi for Beginners  Fri., June 21  11 a.m. – Noon  Practice the ancient art of gentle movements to increase strength, flexibility and balance. Led by library staff. 

Ages 18+

Homework Help & Tutoring  Sat, June 22, 29   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.

Chess Club  Tues., June 25 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.  Hone your skills or have fun while playing chess. 

Ages 8 - 18

Henna 101 Wed., June 26  4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Learn the history of the art form and practice designs using freshly made henna ink and cones. Made possible by the Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board.

Ages 8 – 18

All About That Pace Cardio Workout  Fri., June 28  11 a.m. – Noon Join a low-impact cardio workout, walk in place and move at your own pace. 

Ages 19+

LEGO @YourLibrary Sat., June 29 2 p.m. – 3 p.m. Build during the LEGO hour at the library. Building blocks will be provided.

Ages 5+

Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers en dos idiomas  Tues., July 2 11 a.m. – Noon  Library staff presents stories, songs and activities in English and Spanish for toddlers and caregivers. 

Ages 18 mos. - 3.

Chess Club for Adults Tues., July 2 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.  Hone your skills or have fun while playing chess. Ages 18+

Tai Chi for Beginners Fri., July 5 11 a.m. – Noon  Practice the ancient art of gentle movements to increase strength, flexibility and balance. Led by library staff. 

Ages 18+

     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.