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., and closed Sunday.
Story Quilts Inspired by Faith Ringgold – Celebrate Black History Month Thurs., Feb. 6 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Before her death last year, artist Faith Ringgold created colorful story quilts inspired by her dreams, memories and the Civil Rights Movement. Create a story quilt design influenced by positive life moments. Ages 5 – 12
Florida Licensing on Wheels (FLOW) Fri., Feb. 7. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Renew, replace or update a driver’s license, get a new ID card, renew a vehicle registration, buy a special license plate and more. Bring a car registration. Ages 18+
Homework Help & Tutoring Sat., Feb. 8, 15, 22, March 1 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.
Nutrition and Health Class presented by Feeding South Florida Tues., Feb. 11, 25 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+
Florida State Attorney’s Office Community Outreach Wed., Feb. 12 10 a.m. – Noon A representative from the Florida State Attorney’s Office Community Outreach Division will be available to address concerns from the community. Ages 19+
Teen Library Advisory Board Wed., Feb. 12. 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Earn community service hours while helping to make the library a better place for you and your friends. Help plan and put on events and provide feedback on books, movies, video games and more. Ages 13 – 19
Hearts Full of Fun: A Pre-Valentine’s Craft Blast! Thurs., Feb. 13 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Celebrate Valentine’s Day and create heartwarming crafts and keepsakes for kids. Ages 8+
Tai Chi for Beginners Fri., Feb. 14, 21, 28 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+
Teen Library Advisory Board -Analog Teen in a Digital World Wed., Feb. 15 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Own vinyl records but don’t have a turntable? Listen to your collection on headphones with friends and create a record label sticker. Ages 13 – 19
Chess Free Play: Think, Move, Play Tues., Feb. 18. 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. Beginner and experienced players welcome to enjoy friendly games of chess. Ages 8+
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers en dos Idiomas Tues., Feb. 19. 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Toddlers and caregivers will hear stories, sing songs and enjoy activities in both English and Spanish.
Ages 18 mos. – 3
Are You My Mummy? Wed., Feb. 19 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Discover more about mummies than you may have imagined. Ages 13 – 18
Talk Crafty to Me! Thurs., Feb. 20. 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Make crafts with other creatives. Materials provided. Ages 19+
Dream Big: A Vision Board Journey Thurs., Feb. 20 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Children can create vision boards inspired by the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s “I have a dream” speech. Kids can express their hopes for a world of peace, equality and kindness with images, symbols and words. Ages 8 – 12
Wildlife Show Sat., Feb. 22. 3 p.m. – 4 p.m. Trainers will present a variety of species. Made possible by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board. Ages 6+
Bridging Generations: Art & Conversation Wed., Feb. 26 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Guided by a professional artist, elders and kids ages 12+ teens create paintings and connect through conversation.
LEGO @ Your Library Thurs., Feb. 27 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Build during LEGO hour at the library. Blocks will be provided. Ages 8+