Virtual Author Series with Alka Joshi
Join us as we present New York Times bestselling author Alka Joshi for a discussion of her latest book, The Henna Artist, followed by a Q&A session. Inspired by her mother's life, Joshi tells the inspiring story of Lakshmi and her struggle to overcome the barriers many women faced in India in the 1950s and continue to face today. Ages 19 years and up.
Thursday, December 3, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Register Online
Online event will be held on Zoom. Registration is required.
|
|
|
 |
Snowflake Mandala
Learn how to draw your own mandala (geometric design) and create a beautiful snowflake using lines and patterns during this live, online workshop. Ages 12 years and up.
Friday, December 4, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Register Online
Saturday, December 5, 4 - 5 p.m.
Register Online
Friday, December 11, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Register Online
Online event will be held on Zoom. Co-presented by the South Shore, Coral Gables and North Shore Branches. Registration is required.
|
|
|
Maintaining a Healthy Aging Brain During a Pandemic
Join us online for an informative discussion series led by doctors from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. Presentations will be followed by Q&A sessions. Ages 55 years and up.
Why Your Brain Needs Exercise - Joyce Gomes-Osman, PT, PhD
Thursday, December 3, 1 - 2 p.m.
Register Online
How Nutrition Impacts the Brain - Michelle Marrero Alfonso, MD
Thursday, December 10, 1 - 2 p.m.
Register Online
Online event will be held on Zoom. Presented by the Miami Lakes Branch. Registration is required.
|
|
|
|
 |
|
science, technology, engineering & math
STEM Saturday: DIY Robotic Hand
Create your own robotic hand using simple materials you may already have at home during this fun, interactive activity. Click on the registration link to see the materials needed. Ages 5 - 15 years.
Made possible by FIU Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine, JWBMS and Florida Blue Foundation.
Saturday, December 5, 11 a.m. - Noon
Register Online
Saturday, December 5, 11 a.m. - Noon
Register Online
Online event will be held on Zoom. Co-presented by the Lemon City and Miami Lakes Branches. Registration is required.
|
science, technology, engineering, arts & math
Virtual STEAM Fest
Have fun as you explore a world of science and technology at our Virtual STEAM Fest! Learn about Florida’s native environment with Citizens for a Better South Florida, use blocks at home to build along with FIRST LEGO League and much more! All ages.
Saturday, December 5, 11:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Register Online
Online event will be held on Zoom. Presented by the Virtual Library. Registration is required.
|
Introduce children to a world of science, technology, engineering and math using stories and hobbies that will peak their interest and develop their minds with STEM eBooks on hoopla available for free with your library card.
|
|
Energy Matters: Winter Holiday Edition
Experience the magic of snow like never before in Miami! Learn the fundamentals of chemistry and watch how a chemical reaction of sodium polyacrylate snow polymer simulates light, fluffy snow. Ages 8 - 12 years.
Wednesday, December 2, 1 - 2 p.m.
Register Online
Thursday, December 3, 1 - 2 p.m.
Register Online
Tuesday, December 8, 4 - 5 p.m.
Register Online
Wednesday, December 9, 4 - 5 p.m.
Register Online
Saturday, December 12, 11 a.m. - Noon Register Online
Online event will be held on Zoom. Co-presented by the North Central, Sunset, Country Walk, Allapattah and Lemon City Branches. Registration is required.
|
Stop Motion Fun!
Join us online and learn how to create stop motion films using your cell phone. Ages 12 - 18 years.
Wednesday, December 2, 5 - 6 p.m.
Register Online
Tuesday, December 8, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Register Online*
*Made possible by the Town of Miami Lakes Educational Advisory Board.
Online event will be held on Zoom. Co-presented by the Miami Springs and Miami Lakes Branches. Registration is required.
|
|
|
|
|
