Miami-Dade Public Library's Home Delivery Service Now Available!
The Miami-Dade Public Library System is pleased to announce the official launch of Miami-Dade Public Libraries @ Your Door Home Delivery Service, which gives you the option of requesting library books, DVDs and more to be mailed directly to you at home.
You can request library materials by visiting the online catalog and selecting "Please mail this item to me at no charge” for each item you would like mailed, by calling any branch or by visiting the Customer Service Desk at any branch in-person to request items from any other library branch be mailed to you. Your items will be shipped to your mailbox as soon as they are available.
When you're ready to return your items, you can drop them off inside any library location or in the book drop outside the branch. You can also mail your items back if you prefer, but please note that return postage is not included.
For more information about this service, please visit www.mdpls.org/homedelivery.
|
|
|
 |
Big Library Read Book Club
Join thousands of book lovers from around the world during the Big Library Read, the world’s largest digital book club!
Now through July 12, readers can connect online to solve a compelling mystery in S.F. Kosa’s debut thriller, The Quiet Girl, available for free as an eBook with no wait time or holds through the Library's OverDrive Collection and the Libby, by OverDrive app.
Check out The Quiet Girl and join in on the discussion today at mdpls.overdrive.com/.
|
|
|
Free Blood Pressure Screenings Available at the Library
Maintaining a healthy blood pressure is important to your health. Get free walk-in blood pressure screenings every Wednesday at the Golden Glades Branch Library sponsored by the Community Health Action Team and the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County. No appointment is necessary. Wearing of face masks/coverings and social distancing is recommended. Ages 19 years and up.
Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Golden Glades Branch Library
For more information, please contact the branch at 305-787-1544.
|
 |
|
|
 |
|
Environmental Awareness
Preserving Our Environment Through Artwork
Climate of Art was created as a way for people to connect with the Library, learn more about preserving the environment, and experience our YOUmake Miami makerspaces.
Since the program first began, Climate of Art has won several awards for its innovation, including the prestigious Urban Libraries Council Award in 2020. Dayna Cortes, Library Media Project Instructor, says the program is all about engaging people and raising awareness about the environment and resilience.
“People of all ages work together with the staff to create eco-friendly art pieces and get to have their artwork displayed during the final two-day art exhibit,” says Cortes.
|
The Library will be hosting the annual Climate of Art: Environmental Art Conference virtually on July 15 and 16 with climate leaders such as Miami-Dade County Chief Bay Officer Irela Bague, the Miami-Dade Office of Resilience, teen activists and more. Space is limited. Ages 8 years and up.
Thursday, July 15, 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Register online
Friday, July 16, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Register online
Online events will be held on Zoom. West Kendall Regional Library is hosting these online events. Registration is required.
In-Person Storytimes
Battle of the Books: Interactive Reading
Do you have what it takes to be the next great book warrior? Join us for a series of in-person storytimes throughout the month as we partner with The Children's Trust to prepare for the "Battle of the Books" on July 22! Kids in grades K-5 will participate in virtual trivia battles based on this year's selected book titles, available as eBooks from the Library's collection. More information is available on the Battle of the Books website.
The Library's in-person storytimes will give participants a chance to brush up on their knowledge of the selected titles, giving them an edge during the big online event.
Library locations and dates vary.
See registration page for more information.
Register online
Ages 6 - 11 years. Wearing of face masks/coverings and social distancing is recommended.
Made possible by The Children's Trust.
|
|
 |
 |
|
Patron Spotlight
Summer Reading Challenge Keeps Kids Engaged and Learning
Dontaya Cotman is a regular at Main Library in downtown Miami with her six nieces and nephews, who wear orange “field trip” t-shirts during their visits. She’s created a family summer camp for them, incorporating our Summer Reading Challenge into their plans.
Young book enthusiast Torre’l Cotman, age 10, enjoys the visits to the library and is excited about participating in the challenge. "I get to learn more things," she said.
The Summer Reading Challenge offers a chance for kids to avoid the “summer slide,” when lessons learned during the school year could be lost. Families can also spend quality time together reading books and participating in library programs for a chance to win prizes at the end of summer!
Learn more and sign up at www.mdpls.org/summerreading.
|
Looking for something new to watch with the family? From new releases to fan favorites and more, make tonight a movie night by checking out one of these film titles, ready to watch whenever you are through the hoopla digital library, free with your library card.
|
|
There's always something happening at your Library! From virtual author events to fun storytimes with trained therapy dogs, we have dozens of exciting new programs happening every week. Click the registration links to the right for more information about each event.
You can also use our online Calendar of Events to find the programs that interest you the most. Select a date and filter your search by event type, keyword, age range or library location.
|
Online Event: Senior Stability
Thursday, July 8, 6:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Register online
Ages 55 years and up.
Online Event: The Art of Coffee
Thursday, July 8, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Register online
Ages 19 years and up.
Virtual Author Series with
Alexis O'Neill
Saturday, July 10, 11:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Register online
Ages 4 years and up.
Gardening Workshop
Saturday, July 10, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Register online
Ages 19 years and up.
Furry Tales – Reading with Avi
Monday, July 12, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Register online
Ages 5 - 12 years.
|
|
|
|
|
