Celebrate Older Americans Month with the Library
Every year in May, Older Americans Month celebrates the contributions older adults make to their communities. Join us for a series of online programs inspired by this year's theme, "Communities of Strength," that promote inclusion, strength and wellness.
Chair Yoga
Chair yoga is a gentle form of exercise that helps improve balance, flexibility, and joint strength and reduces stress. Find a chair and an open space in your home and follow along as a certified instructor teaches various poses that may be done seated or standing behind the chair. Space is limited. Ages 55 years and up.
Thursday, May 6, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Register online
North Dade Regional Library is hosting this online event.*
Thursday, May 13, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Register online
North Dade Regional Library is hosting this online event.*
Saturday, May 15, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Register online
North Shore Branch Library is hosting this online event.
*Presented in partnership with our Talking Books Library.
Welcome to Medicare
What is Medicare? Who is eligible? How do I enroll? Get answers to these questions and more during this online event presented by a representative from SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders). Space is limited. Ages 18 years and up.
Wednesday, May 12, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Register online
California Club Branch Library is hosting this online event.
Online events will be held on Zoom. Registration is required.
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From left to right: Oscar Fuentes, Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, O, Miami's Scott Cunningham & Melody Santiago Cummings
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National Poetry Month wraps up at Main Library with the inaugural Mayoral Poetry Commendation
On April 29, Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava celebrated the final week of National Poetry Month at Main Library with the inaugural Miami-Dade Mayoral Poetry Commendation, a special recognition that will be presented annually each April to poets or organizations that have made extraordinary contributions to the literary arts.
Among the first to be presented with this commendation was our very own Library Exhibitions and Programming Specialist Oscar Fuentes (aka “The Biscayne Poet"), along with our community partners at O, Miami, a local community arts institution that has been bringing poetry to the people of Miami for the past decade.
Congratulations, Oscar and O, Miami!
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Mindful Moment
Breathe in deep and take a break from the hustle and bustle of life by focusing on the now. Learn how to engage in basic guided mindfulness exercises and discover how to better deal with everyday stress. Space is limited. Ages 19 years and up.
Tuesday, May 11, 11:30 a.m. - Noon
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Online event will be held on Zoom. Country Walk Branch Library is hosting this online event. Registration is required.
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Art lessons
Drawing for Beginners:
Beach Scene
Follow along online with art instructor David Sexton and learn step-by-step how to draw a beautiful beach scene. All you need is a sheet of paper, a pencil, straightedge, and optional markers for color. Space is limited. Ages 13 years and up.
Thursday, May 6, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Register online
Online event will be held on Zoom. International Mall Branch Library is hosting this online event. Registration is required.
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Community Information
Lock Your Meds
Over half of abused medications come from a family member or a friend, not strangers or the internet. Learn more surprising facts about prescriptions and medications during this online presentation by Informed Families of Lock Your Meds, a universal prevention campaign intended to save lives by preventing the misuse of prescription drugs. Space is limited. Ages 19 years and up.
Monday, May 10, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Register online
Coral Reef Branch Library is hosting this online event.
Monday, May 10, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
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Concord Branch Library is hosting this online event.
Online event will be held on Zoom. Registration is required.
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Health & Wellness
All About the Brain: 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
Do you know how to recognize the tell-tale signs of Alzheimer's? Join us for an online discussion to learn more about causes, early detection signs, risk factors and much more. Space is limited. Ages 18 years and up.
Made possible by the Alzheimer's Association.
Tuesday, May 11, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
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Online event will be held on Zoom. Northeast Dade-Aventura Branch Library is hosting this online event. Registration is required.
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Fitness
Rhythm and Dance with
Andres Arevalo
Dance your way through a fusion of musical styles and diverse cultures! Gather with us online as instructor Andres Arevalo presents his popular dance program Rhythm and Dance, bringing people of all backgrounds together through this ancient form of communal expression. Get up and get moving with your friends! Open to all skill levels. Space is limited. Ages 13 years and up.
Thursday, May 6, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Register online
California Club Branch Library is hosting this online event.
Thursday, May 6, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Register online
South Dade Regional Library is hosting this online event.
Online event will be held on Zoom. Registration is required.
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In the Kitchen
Fresh Spring Rolls
Join us for this online cooking class as we learn how to work with rice paper wrappers to create a delicious, healthy appetizer filled with your favorite protein and vegetables. Space is limited. Ages 19 years and up.
Required ingredients: Package of rice paper wrappers.
Recommended ingredients: steamed shrimp or cooked shredded chicken; julienned carrot; julienned cucumber; sliced red pepper; shredded purple cabbage; cooked rice noodles; cilantro, mint or basil; lettuce. Dipping sauce: peanut butter; hoisin sauce; soy sauce; garlic and chili garlic sauce or sriracha.
Monday, May 10, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Register online
Online event will be held on Zoom. Northeast Dade-Aventura Branch Library is hosting this online event. Registration is required.
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Spooky Stories
Documenting the Dead with
Dustin Pari
Leave the lights on... or turn them off, if you dare! Learn about early spirit communication efforts and the history of paranormal research during this fun, spooky online event presented by Dustin Pari of Ghost Hunters and Ghost Hunters International. Space is limited. Ages 13 years and up.
Made possible by the City of Coral Gables.
Wednesday, May 12, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
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Online event will be held on Zoom. Coral Gables Branch Library is hosting this online event. Registration is required.
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Celebrate with books
Europe Day 2021
Did you know that May 9th is Europe Day?
It's a day that celebrates peace and unity throughout Europe and marks the anniversary of the historic “Schuman declaration,” which sought to make war between Europe’s nations unthinkable. Celebrate Europe Day with us this year by checking out a book title recommended by the consulates of Germany, France, Italy and Spain in Miami.
The End of Eddy by Edouard Louis
Selected by Laurent Gallissot, Consul General of France in Miami
The Reader by Bernhard Schlink
Selected by Andreas Siegel, Consul General of the Federal Republic of Germany in Miami
The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri
Selected by Cristiano Musillo, Consul General of Italy in Miami
Homeland by Fernando Aramburu
Selected by Centro Cultural Español – The Cultural Center of Spain in Miami
Click here to browse and check out these titles through our online catalog.
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Mother's Day is this Sunday! If you can't decide on the perfect gift for mom or grandma this year, then join us online and learn how to create a variety of personalized gifts that she is sure to love. For more information, click the registration links below. Space is limited. Registration is required.
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 Mother's Day Craft
Make flowers out of paper during this fun Mother's Day craft project the whole family can enjoy. All ages.
Thursday, May 6,
4:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Register online
Coral Reef Branch Library is hosting this online event.
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 DIY Greeting Cards
Learn how to make custom greeting cards perfect for any occasion. Ages 8 - 18 years.
Saturday, May 8,
11:00 a.m. - Noon
Register online
Coral Gables Branch Library is hosting this online event.
Made possible by the City of
Coral Gables.
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 Handmade Mother's Day Sugar Scrub
Create your own sugar scrub, great for skin health and exfoliation! Ages 8 - 12 years.
Thursday, May 6,
4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Register online
Allapattah Branch Library is hosting this online event.
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READy, Set, Go Miami!
A child's first five years are essential for promoting healthy brain development and communication skills. READy, Set, Go Miami! is a collaborative initiative of the Miami-Dade Grade Level Reading Campaign inviting families with young children to engage in simple, daily activities that promote and help develop early literacy skills.
The Library will be hosting a series of fun, online workshops throughout the month of May, each with a unique theme designed to raise awareness of the many things you can do with your child to enhance their communication skills and help prepare them for kindergarten. Space is limited. Participation ages vary. See registration links for more details.
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Out & About in My Community
Thursday, May 13, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Register online
Palmetto Bay Branch Library is hosting this online event.
Descubrir la Naturaleza
Saturday, May 15, 11:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Register online
Virtual Library is hosting this online event.
Music & Movement
Monday, May 17, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Register online
North Dade Regional Library is hosting this online event.
Contar Cuentos
Saturday, May 22, 11:00 a.m. - Noon
Register online
International Mall Branch Library is hosting this online event.
Music & Movement
Thursday, May 27, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Register online
Palmetto Bay Branch Library is hosting this online event.
Food & Meals
Saturday, May 29, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Register online
Fairlawn Branch Library is hosting this online event.
Online events will be held on Zoom. Registration is required.
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