Free Grab and Go Meals for Kids Now Available at Four Additional Library Locations
Kids 18 years and under can continue to enjoy free, nutritious meals through our Healthy Body, Healthy Mind Grab and Go Meals program, now available for weekly pick-up at four additional library locations: Edison Center Branch, Lemon City Branch, Little River Branch and Model City Branch.
Sisters For Abundant Living is now providing seven breakfasts and lunches every week at 16 participating branches throughout the County through June 5. Meal boxes will be distributed at different times on either Thursdays, Fridays or Saturdays depending on the library location. Meals will be available each week on a first come, first served basis while supplies last.
Adults may pick up the meals without the child being present by providing one of the following for each child receiving meals:
- Student ID
- Report card or progress report
- Student Portal access
- Birth certificate
- Insurance card
- VPK registration
Adults can also receive more than one box of meals by providing identification for each child.
For a list of participating library locations and distribution days and times, visit www.mdpls.org/grabandgomeals.
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Homestead Branch Library Has Closed
The Homestead Branch Library has closed as of March 21. For nearby library services, please visit the newly opened City of Homestead Cybrarium at 80 West Mowry Drive or the Naranja Branch Library at 14850 SW 280 Street.
County residents may apply for a free Cybrarium card to access the Homestead Cybrarium. Homestead residents can also continue to use their MDPLS card to access materials and services at any of our library locations.
Requested items that were on hold at the Homestead Branch Library have been transferred to the Naranja Branch Library. You may continue to return items in the book drops outside the Homestead Branch Library through April 30.
If you have any questions or would like more information, click here or email us at customercare@mdpls.org.
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In the spotlight
MDPLS Digital Collections Blog
The Miami-Dade Public Library System is home to thousands of unique items that chronicle the history of both the County and its many different communities.
In 2018, our Digital Collections team began the journey of scanning and recording these historical photographs, scrapbooks, maps, rare books and works of art and making them available online for anyone to access and view for free.
Get a behind-the-scenes look at how our team manages and preserves these important artifacts for future generations through the Digital Collections blog. Check back often to learn something new about this fascinating and ever-growing collection!
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Poetry Workshop – Maya Angelou's Phenomenal Woman
Join us as we celebrate womanhood in all its forms by creating poems using Maya Angelou's work as inspiration. Only a sheet of paper and a pen or pencil is needed. Space is limited. Ages 14 years and up.
Saturday, March 27, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
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Coral Reef Branch Library is hosting this online event.
Monday, March 29, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
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Naranja Branch Library is hosting this online event.
Online event will be held on Zoom. Registration is required.
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Classic Musicals
Golden Age of Musicals – The 1950s
Are you a fan of old-time musicals? Join us as we shine the spotlight on classic productions from the 1950s such as Oklahoma!, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes and more during this online discussion presented by Sam and Candy Caponegro. Space is limited. Ages 19 years and up.
Saturday, March 27, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
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Online event will be held on Zoom. Palmetto Bay Branch Library is hosting this online event. Registration is required.
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Magic show
Amazing Virtual Magic Show
Get ready for a magical extravaganza! Join magician Brent Gregory for an interactive online magic show combining mind bending tricks with comedy the whole family can enjoy. Space is limited. All ages.
Thursday, March 25, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
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Online event will be held on Zoom. Palm Springs North Branch Library is hosting this online event. Registration is required.
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In the kitchen
Asian Dumplings from Scratch
Why order out when you can cook delicious Asian food at home? Making homemade dumplings is fun and a lot easier than you think! Follow along as our instructor guides you through the steps to make delicious dumplings. Space is limited. Ages 19 years and up.
Ingredients needed: 1/2 pound each of ground shrimp and ground pork, 1 package of dumpling wrappers, soy sauce, chili garlic sauce and/or chili black bean sauce, sesame oil, fresh ginger, scallions, shredded Napa cabbage.
Monday, March 29, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
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Online event will be held on Zoom. Westchester Regional Library is hosting this online event. Registration is required.
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TWEEN Event
Tween Team Thursdays – Brick Building Challenge
Do you have what it takes to be a brick building master? Join us online as we compete against each other in completing fun brick building challenges! Get ready and join in on the competition. Space is limited. Ages 8 - 12 years.
Materials needed: building bricks and mini figurines.
Thursday, March 25, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
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Online event will be held on Zoom. Kendale Lakes Branch Library is hosting this online event. Registration is required.
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Movie-Making Workshop
YOUmake Miami – Video Editing Class
Ever wanted to make your own movie? Join us during this online class and learn how to import video clips, music, sound effects, graphics and images in iMovie to create your very own cinematic masterpiece! This class is perfect for beginners and intermediate level students. Space is limited. Ages 12 years and up.
Friday, March 26, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
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Online event will be held on Zoom. YOUmake Miami at West Kendall Regional Library is hosting this online event. Registration is required.
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Whether you're looking for an inspiring page-turner about women who've made history or simply want something new to read, our list of recommended titles is sure to satisfy. Browse the catalog to find books that celebrate the voices of women and highlight their many contributions to society.
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From Dante to Daddy Yankee
Join us for a discussion about how both Dante Alighieri, considered the father of Italian language, and Daddy Yankee, who has popularized Caribbean-influenced Latin music, impacted the Caribbean region through their art and work. Space is limited. Ages 18 years and up.
Speaker: Claudio Pastor, Director of the Societa' Dante Alighieri for Miami, Santo Domingo and San Juan, Puerto Rico, and former Honorary Consul of Italy in San Juan, Puerto Rico
Thursday, March 25, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
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Online event will be held on Zoom. Westchester Regional Library is hosting this online event. Registration is required.
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Baby Rock
Did you know that listening to music can help young children build their developmental skills? Join us online for engaging songs and activities designed to encourage interaction between babies and their caregivers. Space is limited. Ages 0 - 18 months.
Saturday, March 27, 11:30 a.m. - Noon
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Online event will be held on Zoom. North Shore Branch Library is hosting this online event. Registration is required.
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