Aventura Branch Library Happenings: Introduction To Computers, Overcoming Isolation, Falun Gong Meditation & Exercises And Much More

Overcoming Isolation, Embracing Travel & Connecting With Others Workshop - Celebrate Older Americans Month
Thursday, May 18th, 2023 - 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Join us for an insightful discussion on the physical and mental impacts of social isolation in older adults and effective strategies for preventing it. Plus, learn about safe travel procedures, tips for connecting with younger generations and more. Presentation led by TED Talk Coach Carolyn Kerner Stein. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or email: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Adults 19 years of age and up.

Knitting Basics For Beginners
Friday, May 19th, 2023 - 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Join us for knitting 101! Bring your knitting needles and a project to work on or come prepared to learn from our experienced knitters. Please bring your materials. Registration is required. For more information, please contact: (305) 931-5512. Or email: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 12 years of age and up.

Homework Help And Tutoring
Saturday, May 20th, 2023 - 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 course offerings, location information, and to register, please visit: https://www.mdpls.org/tutor/ - Funded in part by The Children's Trust.

Introduction To Computers
Saturday, May 20th, 2023 - 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Learn the basics of a computer including using a mouse, getting on the Internet, setting up and using an email account and more! Taught by instructors from Collective Sistahood. Instruction also available in Spanish and Creole. Ages 19 years of age and up.

Talking Is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing For Toddlers
Monday, May 22nd, 2023 - 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Enjoy stories, music, and playtime for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or email: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 18 months - 3 years of age.

Online Class: Reading Circle
Monday, May 22nd, 2023 - 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Practice your English-language reading skills while improving your listening comprehension. Participants will take turns reading aloud parts of a selected story and then discuss the story with other learners. 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 email: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years of age and up.

Art of Healing: Art Workshops
Monday, May 22nd, 2023 - 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Auditorium
Explore the transformative power of creating mixed media visual art using recyclable materials such as cloth, paper, wood, paints and small objects and gain healing through this holistic approach to health, wellness and sustainability. Presented by Marcella Briggs, CEO and Founder of Flawless Transformation. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or email: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 12 years of age and up.

Online Event: Falun Gong Meditation & Exercises
Wednesday, May 24th, 2023 - 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Falun Gong is an ancient, high level Chinese practice that uses gentle movements and meditation to cultivate the body, mind and spirit. Space is limited for this online event. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. For more information, please contact: (305) 931-5512. Ages 19 years of age and up.

Online Event: Health Lit 101 - Finding Reliable Resources for Your Health
Thursday, May 25th, 2023 - 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Feeling overwhelmed with information when making decisions about your health? Join us to learn about reliable health resources to guide you in the right direction. Presented by the University of Miami's Calder Medical Library and Miami Dade College Medical Campus Library. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. For more information, contact the library at: (305) 931-5512. Or email: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years of age and up.

Creative Kids
Thursday, May 25th, 2023 - 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Join us for this dynamic art program that helps kids explore their inner creativity. From painting to collage, local art magnet student instructors will provide a fun environment to nurture and develop creative skills. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or email: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 11 years of age.

Raising Confident, Competent Children - Presented By The Children's Trust's Parent Club
Friday, May 26th, 2023 - 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Parents are introduced to six core building blocks for children to become confident and successful at school and beyond. For more information, contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or email: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years of age and up.

Furry Tales - Reading With Lia
Saturday, May 27th, 2023 - 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Read your favorite story to a certified therapy dog! Reading aloud to a therapy dog can help improve literacy skills and boost confidence. Bring your own book or choose one from the library collection. Lia is a six-year-old Golden Retriever Mix who loves swimming, playing with squirrels, iguanas, fish and other dogs. Presented by the Alliance of Therapy Dogs. Registration is encouraged. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or email: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 11 years of age.

Some of the above events require pre-registration. 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.