Aventura Branch Library Happenings - LEGO At The Library, Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group, Falun Gong Meditation And Exercise & Much More

LEGO At The Library:

Thursday, September 24th, 2026 - 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Bring your creativity and have fun building with LEGO blocks! Adult supervision recommended for younger children. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 12 years old.

Homework Help And Tutoring:

Saturday, September 26th, 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.

Applause For Words - A Workshop For Writers:

Saturday, September 26th, 2026 - 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Conference Room

Join us for this bi-monthly workshop designed for anyone interested in writing fiction or non-fiction with the hope of one day publishing their work! Facilitated by Author Elaine B. Johnson, each session will provide a safe and fun environment for participants to learn about the process of becoming a successful writer. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years old and up.

Introduction To Computers:

Saturday, September 26th, 2026 & Saturday, October 3rd, 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 And Preschoolers - With Commissioner Micky Steinberg, District 4:

Monday, September 28th, 2026 - 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Join us for stories, songs and activities for toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 18 months - 5 years old.

Chess Club:

Monday, September 28th, 2026 & Monday, October 5th, 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.

Falun Gong Meditation and Exercise

Wednesday, September 30th, 2026 & Wednesday, October 7th, 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, October 1st, 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, October 3rd, 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.

Literary Discussions - Where Words Meet Thought:

Tuesday, October 6th, 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.

Blood Pressure Screenings:

Thursday, October 8th, 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, October 8th, 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 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.

Switch Party - Video Games For Kids & Teens:

Thursday, October 8th, 2026 - 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Relax and have fun playing video games. Play solo or with a friend. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 18 years old.

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.