Consumer Reports online now available, Lost Pirates, yoga and more!

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September 15, 2020

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Make smarter purchasing decisions with Consumer Reports online

Looking to buy a new TV, athletic shoes or researching top-recommended vehicles? Consumer Reports online can help — and it's now available for free with your library card! Before pulling out your credit card, make sure you’re making the right purchasing decision for you. Consumer Reports provides trusted ratings and reviews, recommendations and buying advice for thousands of products and services. You can also read current and past issues of Consumer Reports magazine, including the annual Auto Issue.

It's another great online resource available to you with your library card. Don’t have one? Apply for an eCard at ecard.mdpls.org and get immediate access to our online library. Already have a library card? Let your friends know so they don't miss out!

Be vote ready

September 22 is National Voter Registration Day

Are you ready to vote in November? September 22 is National Voter Registration Day — a great time to register to vote for the upcoming general election on November 3. Already registered, but recently moved or changed your name? It’s also a good time to update your voter information. The deadline to register to vote for the general election is October 5.

You can pick up an application and register to vote at any library location or register online at http://www.registertovoteflorida.gov. Need Wi-Fi or computer access? Visit any library location to get connected.

Online Class

Mandala Drawing Workshop

Create beautiful works of art by learning to draw your own mandala using a combination of symbols and forms in this special live Zoom workshop. Space is limited. Registration is required.

Participants will receive an email link to the Zoom session 24 hours prior to the start of the event. Have a pencil and paper ready.

Friday, September 18, 4:30 p.m.
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Saturday, September 19, 3 p.m.*
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*Made possible by the City of Coral Gables.

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Celebrate National Yoga Month by enjoying the health benefits of yoga! Whether you're a beginner or more advanced, just want to stretch or take on more challenging poses, there's a video for you in hoopla digital's yoga collection, instantly available for free with your library card.

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Introduction to Podcasting

Are you passionate about a hobby or would like to promote your business? Dive into the process of creating a podcast using GarageBand (digital audio workstations) during YOUmake Miami’s next online workshop. Registration is required.

Friday, September 18, 4 p.m.
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Online Event

Lost Pirates

Three captains are washed up on Watson Island after a gigantic storm. Find out who becomes captain of the island during this original theatrical show presented virtually on Zoom by Miami Children’s Museum. Space is limited. Registration is required.

Thursday, September 24, noon
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