Poetry with a PAL
Create your own poems about overcoming obstacles by taking part in the Miami Police Athletic League's (PAL) Big Read project. This year's Big Read selection, Hustle by David Tomas Martinez, will inspire you. Don't miss your chance to compete to win a prize! Refreshments will be provided. Ages 12 - 18 years.
Monday, October 7, 1 - 4 p.m. – Lemon City Branch
With author David Tomas Martinez
Tuesday, October 8, 3 p.m. – West Flagler Branch
Wednesday, October 9, 3 p.m. – Shenandoah Branch
Thursday, October 10, 3 p.m. – Model City Branch
Friday, October 11, 3 p.m. – Lemon City Branch
Tuesday, October 15, 3 p.m. – Main Library
Wednesday, October 16, 3 p.m. – Coconut Grove Branch
Thursday, October 17, 3 p.m. – Little River Branch
Friday, October 18, 3 p.m. – Hispanic Branch
Monday, October 21, 3 p.m. – Virrick Park Branch
Tuesday, October 22, 3 p.m. – Edison Center Branch
Wednesday, October 23, 3 p.m. – Culmer/Overtown Branch
Thursday, October 24, 3 p.m. – Allapattah Branch
Monday, October 28, 6:30 p.m. – Hispanic Branch
With author Pablo Cartaya
Made possible by the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with the Miami Police Athletic League.
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Dyslexic Font on OverDrive
Did you know that OverDrive offers a dyslexic font option for its website and both the OverDrive and Libby apps? Reading standard typeface can be difficult for people with dyslexia. The dyslexic font provides greater contrast in letters, making determining letters much easier for readers. Enable the dyslexic font on your device to make your reading experience more enjoyable!
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Author EVENT
2nd Annual Hispanic Heritage Book Fair
Celebrate the literature of 23 Spanish speaking countries at the 2nd Annual Hispanic Heritage Book Fair, presented by Mi Libro Hispano with support from the Miami-Dade County Hispanic Affairs Advisory Board and the Miami-Dade County Office of Community Advocacy. Enjoy book presentations, workshops, poetry readings, cultural activities and more!
Thursday & Friday, October 3 & 4
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Main Library
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Hispanic Heritage Month
Looking for Nitza: Recipes and Recuerdos
Listen to stories, discuss recipes and share your thoughts as Latin cuisine specialist and author Raquel Roque leads a conversation about the legendary Chef Nitza Villapol. Space is limited. Please contact the branch for registration information. Ages 18 and up.
Saturday, October 5, 3 p.m.
Kendale Lakes Branch
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STEAM
Slime Competition
Prepare to get slimed! Armed with a variety of ingredients at multiple stations, participants will compete to see who can make the coolest slime. All materials provided. Space is limited. Please contact the branch for registration information. Ages 8 - 18 years.
Saturday, October 12, 11:30 a.m.
Naranja Branch
Saturday, October 26, 10:30 a.m.
Miami Lakes Branch*
*Made possible by the Town of Miami Lakes Educational Advisory Board.
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Business
Pro Bono for Investors
Do you have a great idea for an invention? Have you ever wanted to know how to apply for a patent? Join Grant Corboy from the United States Patent and Trademark Office Pro Bono Team and learn how you can get help with the patent application process.
Presented by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Resource Center Program.
Thursday, October 10, 4 p.m.
Main Library
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Community
Florida Licensing on Wheels
Renew or replace your driver license, change your name or address, get an identification card, and renew or replace your vehicle registration with the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles' (FDHSMV) mobile services. Visit www.GatherGoGet.com or call 850-617-3995 to find out what documents are required. The FDHSMV accepts cash, personal checks and all major credit cards.
Friday, October 4, 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
California Club Branch
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Hispanic Heritage Month
Excite Your Imagination
Join us for traditional tales told by local storyteller Melinda Munger. Meet Wiley and the Hair Man, Cucaracha Martina, and many more unusual characters. Storytelling will be followed by a craft session. Ages 7 years and up.
Tuesday, October 8, 4 p.m.
Edison Center Branch
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Arts & Crafts
Zine-making Workshop
Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop inspired by our Magic City Zines exhibition on view at the Main Library through November 11. Anyone with a pen, paper and pair of scissors can create their own zine to share with friends and other zine lovers. Materials will be provided. Ages 3 years and up.
Tuesday, October 8, 3 p.m.
Main Library
Made possible by a grant from the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs.
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Señorita Marci: ¡Hola Amigos!
In this fun and interactive show, Señorita Marci travels to Mexico to attend her uncle's birthday party for a fiesta like no other! Children will dance along to Latin music, play Mariachi and learn lots of everyday Spanish words. Best for ages 4 years and up.
Tuesday, October 8, 4:30 p.m.
Coconut Grove Branch
Tuesday, October 15, 6:30 p.m.
Miami Springs Branch
Saturday, October 19, 11 a.m.
Hispanic Branch
Saturday, October 19, 2:30 p.m.
Kendall Branch
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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with movies the entire family can enjoy.
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Your Brain
Join us for a series of discussions on how aging affects your brain, including what to expect, prevention and best practices. Ages 55 years and up.
Presented by the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.
Tuesdays, 5 - 7 p.m.
Pinecrest Branch
October 8
Joyce Gomes-Osman, Pt, PhD
Exercise for brain health, from evidence to practical advice.
October 15
Sarah Getz, PhD
The aging brain and decision making.
October 22
Christian Camargo, MD
How our brain changes as we age.
October 29
Erika Marulanda-Lodono, MD
How stroke affects the brain. What you need to know before, during and after.
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Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Fall Brawl
Hey gamers, do you have what it takes to win Super Smash Bros. Ultimate? Join the semi-final competition round! Winners will move on to the finals at FandomFest on Saturday, November 2 at the Main Library. Open to ages 8 - 18 years.
Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Children (Ages 8 - 12)
10:00 a.m. - Registration
10:30 a.m. - Tournament
Teens (Ages 13 - 18)
2:00 p.m. - Registration
2:30 p.m. - Tournament
October 5 - South Dade Regional
October 12 - Lemon City Branch
October 19 - Miami Lakes Branch
October 26 - West Dade Regional
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