Aventura Branch Library Happenings: Meditation, Talk, Read, Sing For Toddlers, Health Care For Homeless Veterans And Much More

College Planning For High School Students:
Thursday, July 18th, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Online Event: Are you a high school student getting ready for college? Join college expert Valarie R. Austin as she guides students through their college planning checklist. Registration is required. Zoom Link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. 12 Years of age and up.

Homework Help And Tutoring:
Saturday, July 20th & Saturday, July 27th, 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.

Learn To Speak Haitian Creole:
Saturday, July 20th, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Join us for Immersive Language classes and learn how to speak Haitian Creole. Classes are suitable for beginning to intermediate learners and are a great way to acquire basic language proficiency for workplace use or to enhance conversational skills. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. 12 Years of age and up.

Introduction To Computers:
Saturday, July 20th & Saturday, July 27th, 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Learn computer basics, including how to use a mouse, get on the internet, set up and use an email account and more! Use one of our laptops or feel free to bring your own device. Taught by instructors from Collective Sistahood. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or lefrakp@mdpls.org. 19 Years of age and up.

Talking Is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing For Toddlers:
Monday, July 22nd, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Join us with stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. 18 Months - 3 Years of age.

Online Class: Reading Circle:
Monday, July 22nd, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Practice your English-Language Reading Skills while improving your Listening Comprehension. Participants will take turns reading parts of a selected story aloud and then discuss it 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: lefrakp@mdpls.org. 19 Years of age and up.

Chess Club:
Monday, July 22nd, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sharpen your Chess skills by playing with others! Fun for beginners and more advanced players alike. Meets in the auditorium. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. 8 Years of age and up.

Learn With Shakespeare:
Tuesday, July 23rd, 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
William Shakespeare famously contributed more memorable phrases and sayings to the English Language than any other author. Join Dr. Lillian Schanfield, Professor Emerita of English at Barry University, to explore and discuss the wisdom and poetry of Shakespeare. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. 19 Years of age and up.

One-To-One Tech Help - Device Help From AARP's Senior Planet:
Tuesday, July 23rd, 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
A representative from AARP's Senior Planet will be on-hand to give technical support on computer and mobile device issues. Learn about apps and how to get the most out of them. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. 19 Years of age and up.

Online Event: Falun Gong Meditation & Exercises:
Wednesday, July 24th & Wednesday, July 31st, 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. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. 19 Years and up.

Overcoming Stress & Anxiety With Meditation:
Wednesday, July 24th & Wednesday, July 31st, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Join experienced Meditation Instructor Steve Pollack to learn simple Meditation techniques and apply them during a brief guided session. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. 19 Years of age and up.

Teens & Tweens Writing Club:
Wednesday, July 24th & Wednesday, July 31st, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Do you enjoy writing stories, essays or poems? Join our vibrant and supportive community for aspiring writers. Share insights, learn valuable tips and engage in open discussions. For more information, please contact: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. 8 - 18 Years of age.

Lunar Meditation With Romie:
Thursday, July 25th, 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Meditation brings about greater happiness, focus, and sleep quality. Help support your Emotional and Spiritual Well-Being with these Lunar Meditation Sessions. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. 19 Years of age and up.

Didgeridoo Down Under - Adventure Begins At Your Library:
Friday, July 26th, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Join us for an interactive and high-energy show featuring Australian music, culture, comedy, character building, and storytelling! For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. All ages.

Lion's Club Eye Screenings:
Thursday, August 1st, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Free Eye Screening offered by Lion's Club International in collaboration with Florida Heiken Children's Vision Program. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. All ages.

Department Of Veterans Affairs: Health Care For Homeless Veterans (HCHV):
Wednesday, August 7th, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
The Health Care for Homeless Veteran’s (HCHV) Outreach Program administered by the United States Department of Veteran’s Affairs (VA) serves as the hub for a myriad of housing and other services that provide Veteran’s with a way to reach and assist homeless Veteran’s by offering them entry to VA Care, including those who are most vulnerable and not currently receiving services. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. 19 Years of age 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.