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., March 19, April 2 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Toddlers and caregivers will hear stories, sing songs and enjoy activities. Ages 18 mos. – 3
Get Creative with 704 Crafty Creations * Event is full
Wed., March 19 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Using high-quality Decoden cream, hand decorate transparent phone cases, hair brushes and other items with vibrant, intricate designs tailored to your style. Bring your own accessories to decorate. Made possible by the Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board. Ages 13 – 19
Talk Crafty to Me! * Event is full
Thurs., March 20 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Make crafts with other creatives. Materials provided. Ages 19+
Tai Chi for Beginners
Fri., March 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+
LEGO @ Your Library
Thurs., March 22 11 a.m. - Noon
Build during LEGO hour at the library. Blocks will be provided. Ages 8+
Bookmarks with Pressed Flowers Workshop
Sat., March 22 3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Create beautiful, personalized bookmarks using pressed flowers. Perfect for gifts or to keep. Ages 6
Cake Decorating Workshop for Teens *Event is full
Sat., March 29 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Led by Love, Grace Sweets, build and decorate your own vanilla cake. Materials and tips provided. Made possible by the Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board. Ages 12 - 18
Chess Free Play: Think, Move, Play
Tues., April 1 6 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Whether a beginner or experienced, test your chess playing skills in a friendly game. Ages 8+
Kowai Yo! Demons, Monsters and Spirits in Japan
Wed., April 2 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Explore the world of yokai, monsters and spirits from Japanese folklore. Made possible by the Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board. Presented by the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in Delray Beach. Ages 13+
Create a Croton-inspired Print – Autism Acceptance Month activity
Thurs., April 3 11 a.m. – noon
Use croton leaves and acrylic paint to print colorful patterns on canvas boards. The program is designed to engage participants at all levels of development. Ages 19+
Wild Animation: Animation Design
Thurs., April 3 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Design a storyboard about protecting our ecosystem, then make a flipbook and learn how film animators connect images to make moving pictures. Ages 5 – 12
Homework Help & Tutoring
Sat., April 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. www.mdpls.org/tutor.
STEM Saturdays
Sat., April 5 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