What's Happening at Your Library - March 10, 2020

Miami-Dade Public Library System sent this bulletin at 03/10/2020 06:49 PM EDT

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March 10, 2020

Celebrate Women's History Month at the Library

Join us for programs and events throughout March as we celebrate and honor the many contributions made by women throughout history.

Women's History Month Meet-and-Greet!

Meet a different famous woman from history each week and learn how she helped change the world! Ask questions, take pictures and watch history come alive at the library. All ages.

Wednesday, March 11, 18 & 25, 4 p.m.
Miami Beach Regional

Women's Self-Portrait Workshop

Celebrate body and face positivity during this special self-portrait art workshop! Anyone is welcome to participate. Materials will be provided. Space is limited. Please contact the branch for registration information. Ages 16 years and up.

Saturday, March 21, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
West Dade Regional

IN THE SPOTLIGHT

OverDrive & Libby
Holds Just Got a Lot Easier!

Great news for OverDrive and Libby users – hold redelivery is now live! This feature gives you more control over your holds. When a hold becomes available, you'll receive notification that you have three days to claim it. If you're not quite ready to start enjoying that eBook or audiobook you may choose to have it redelivered at a later time or cancel your hold.

To learn more about OverDrive, Libby and other digital services available for free with your library card, visit our Online Library.

2020 Census

Get Ready to be Counted!

Starting March 12, households across the nation will begin receiving an invitation to complete the 2020 Census. Did you know that the federal government uses census data to determine how much funding our community receives for critical services such as hospitals, schools, roads and more?

For the first time, the census can be completed online. This helpful video provides a step-by-step tutorial on how to fill out the online questionnaire.

MDPLS is here to help ensure that everyone in Miami-Dade County is counted. Computers, laptops and free Wi-Fi are available to everyone for use at all MDPLS locations.

GARDENING

Gardening 101: Start Your
Own Butterfly Garden

Discover something new each month as we explore various gardening topics unique to southern Florida. This month, join us for an exciting presentation on how to create and maintain a personal butterfly garden! Space is limited. Please contact the branch for registration information. Ages 18 years and up.

Saturday, March 14, 4 - 6 p.m.
California Club Branch

Author visit

MDPLS Author Series with
Valarie R. Austin

Join Valarie R. Austin, author of The Student's Comprehensive Guide for College & Other Life Lessons, for a free career and college readiness workshop that will help you learn more about selecting a career, choosing the right major and getting the most out of the college experience. Ages 15 years and up.

Copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing.

Saturday, March 14, 3 - 4:30 p.m.
Arcola Lakes Branch

Tuesday, March 17, 3:30 - 5 p.m.
Main Library

AUTHOR VISIT

MDPLS Author Series with
Barbara Fox

Join Barbara Fox as she reads her latest book, Alphabet Rhymes: Ants in Fancy Pants. You'll meet the fellow dressed in yellow, a pot that is very hot, mice who are very nice and lots more! After the reading, select your favorite letter and color your own alphabet picture. Ages 3 years and up.

Copies of the book will be available for
purchase and signing.

Tuesday, March 17, 3 p.m.
Miami Beach Regional

Tuesday, March 31, 4 p.m.
Coral Gables Branch

ARTS & CRAFTS

Paint a Pot, Grow a Flower

Explore your creative side by painting a personalized flower pot that you can use to grow your very own flowers! All materials will be provided, including a free seedling to get your bouquet started. Space is limited. Please contact the branch for registration information. Ages 18 years and up.

Saturday, March 14, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Country Walk Branch

Saturday, March 21, 3 - 4:30 p.m.
Fairlawn Branch

eBOOKS

Curl up with a cozy whodunit! Check out hoopla digital’s collection of mysteries, always available for free with your library card.

ARTs & CRAFTS

Art Techniques

Unleash your inner artist and create your own masterpiece in the style of a famous artist during this special workshop presented by Miami Children's Museum. Materials will be provided. Space is limited. Please contact the branch for registration information. Best for ages 6 - 12 years.

Tuesday, March 17, 3:30 - 4:15 p.m.
Bay Harbor Islands Branch

COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY

Learn to Code with CoderDojo

Learn about computer programs and how to create them with code. Participants must bring a personal laptop or tablet. Space is limited. First come, first served. Best for ages 7 - 18 years. Children under 12 years must be accompanied by an adult.

Saturday, March 14, 21 & 28, 1 - 3 p.m.
Northeast Dade-Aventura Branch

There's a lot more happening at your local library! Visit our calendar of events to find out more.

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