Aventura Branch Library Happenings - Color Me Happy, Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group, Introduction To Computers And Much More

Homework Help And Tutoring:

Saturday, August 29th, 2026 - 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide Homework Help and Tutoring in Reading, Math, and Science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact: tutoring@mdpls.org. Call: (305) 375-1413. Or visit: www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.

Introduction To Computers:

Saturday, August 29th, 2026 - 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Learn the basics of computers, including how to use a mouse and keyboard, write in a Word document, browse the internet, use email and more! Taught by instructors from Collective Sistahood. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years old and up.

Talking Is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing For Toddlers:

Monday, August 31st, 2026 - 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Join us for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 18 months - 3 years old.

Online Event: The World Book Reading Circle:

Monday, August 31st, 2026 - 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Northeast-Dade Aventura Virtual Programs Room

Practice your English-language reading skills and expand your knowledge while improving your comprehension. Participants will take turns reading aloud a selected article from the World Book Online Encyclopedia. Registration is required. Zoom Link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years old and up.

Chess Club:

Monday, August 31st, 2026 - 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Sharpen your Chess skills by playing with others! Fun for beginners and more advanced players alike. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 8 years old and up.

Realize Your American Dream: Citizenship Classes:

Monday, August 31st, 2026 - 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

This nine-week series presented by Hispanic Unity of Florida is designed to help qualified individuals prepare for the U.S. Citizenship test. Participants will learn about eligibility requirements, U.S. history and government, interview tips and more. Registration required. For more information, please contact: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years old and up.

Literary Discussions - Where Words Meet Thought:

Tuesday, September 1st, 2026 - 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Join Dr. Lillian Schanfield, Professor Emerita of English at Barry University, in a discussion group for readers who love words, ideas and the art of expression. Each session focuses on a short literary work or passage (fiction, poetry, or drama), or a topic related to language. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years old and up.

Falun Gong Meditation And Exercise:

Wednesday, September 2nd, 2026 - 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Join us online or in person to learn Falun Gong, an ancient, high-level Chinese practice that uses gentle movements and meditation to cultivate the body, mind and spirit. Registration is required for online participants. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years old and up.

Color Me Happy:

Thursday, September 3rd, 2026 - 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Join us for fun and simple coloring activities. Materials will be provided. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 6 years old and up.

Homework Help And Tutoring:

Saturday, September 5th, 2026 - 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide Homework Help and Tutoring in Reading, Math, and Science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact: tutoring@mdpls.org. Call: (305) 375-1413. Or visit: www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.

Renaissance Dance:

Saturday, September 5th, 2026 - 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Let's dance! Join the Society of Creative Anachronism to learn history through Renaissance dance. Practice the medieval dances of Italy, France and England, the foundation of American square dancing. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 12 years old and up.

Senior Medicare Patrol Program - Medicare Fraud Information Table:

Thursday, September 10th, 2026 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Learn tips to protect, detect and report suspected scams and fraud. Join Lilliana Rey, Senior Medicare Patrol Specialist, as she delivers information on Medicare and addresses questions related to Medicare Fraud. Presented by Alliance for Aging. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years old and up.

Blood Pressure Screenings:

Thursday, September 10th, 2026 - 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Free Blood Pressure screening offered by the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years old and up.

Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group - Presented By The Alzheimer's Association:

Thursday, September 10th, 2026 - 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Build a support system with others who understand your journey as a caregiver to a loved one with Dementia. Join this Alzheimer's Disease support group to exchange information on challenges, possible solutions, coping strategies and available community resources. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years old and up.

Some of the above events are On-line. To register, go to: https://mdpls.org/branch-northeast-dade-aventura

For more information, feel free to contact the Aventura Branch At: (305) 931-5512. The Aventura Branch Library is located at 2930 Aventura Boulevard, Aventura, Florida 33180.