Music from the Andes with Paco Moreno
Paco Moreno, a native of the highlands of Ecuador, is a musician, storyteller, and instrument maker. Join Paco as he shares songs and stories from the Andes, Peru and Bolivia.
North Central Branch
Wednesday, July 8, 3 p.m. Tamiami Branch
Thursday, July 9, 7 p.m.
Homestead Branch
Saturday, July 11, 3 p.m.
Merlina the Magician
Merlina brings stories to life by combining her magic and expressive personality with her narrating ability. Her bilingual stories are a delightful combination of languages and cultures, and will be enjoyed by listeners of all ages.
Fairlawn Branch
Wednesday, July 8, 10:30 a.m. Coconut Grove Branch
Wednesday, July 8, 3:30 p.m. West Kendall Regional
Thursday, July 9, 3:30 p.m
Kendall Branch
Saturday, July 11, 11 a.m. Naranja Branch
Saturday, July 25, 10:30 a.m.
16mm Hand Crafted Film Workshop
Students will work with traditional film splicers and a 16mm projector to create a scratch-and-paint film. This project introduces students to the rudimentary mechanics of filmmaking and the historical context from which the film/video industry has evolved. Space is limited. Registration required.
West Dade Regional Saturday, July 11, 1 p.m.
Magician Brent Gregory
Enjoy the wonder and possibilities of the magic of Brent Gregory, one of South Florida’s favorite magicians. Over the last 23 years his family magic shows have touched thousands.
Opa-locka Branch Thursday, July 16, 3 p.m.
Miami Beach Regional Saturday, July 25, 1 p.m.
Doral Branch
Saturday, July 25, 3:30 p.m.
Friendly Learning Theatre Company presents Art at Your Fingertips
Explore the styles of Monet, Rembrandt, Van Gogh or Picasso and imitate your favorite one. You may end up being famous!
West Kendall Regional
Thursday, July 16, 3:30 p.m. Palm Springs North Branch
Saturday, July 18, 12:30 p.m. Sunny Isles Beach Branch
Saturday, July 25, 10 a.m.
Allapattah Branch
Saturday, July 25, 1 p.m. Model City Branch
Thursday, July 30, 3:30 p.m
Miami Obedience Club
Get tips from Gina and Randy Reed who have an extensive history of training and working with canines in a variety of situations.
Little River Branch Saturday, July 11, 1 p.m.
Noah’s Team of Miami Canine Assistants
Canine Assistants is a non-profit organization that trains and provides service dogs for children and adults with physical disabilities or other special needs. Learn how instrumental these dogs are in removing many of the barriers faced by people with disabilities.
Kendall Branch
Saturday, July 11, Noon
Palm Springs North Branch
Saturday, July 18, 11 a.m.
DOG Shadow Puppets
See "DOG," a shadow puppet production in collaboration with artist Pablo Cano and master puppeteer James Hammond.
Main Library Saturday, July 18, 2 p.m.
Program made possible by the Miami Dolphins Foundation.
Earthman Project Concert
The Earthman Project uses music, art and interactive designs to teach children and adults that each one of us has the power to make a difference in our home – Planet Earth.
Main Library
Saturday, July 18, 10:30 a.m. Coral Reef Branch
Saturday, July 18, 2 p.m. Coconut Grove Branch
Wednesday, July 22, 3:30 p.m. South Dade Regional
Wednesday, July 22, 6:30 p.m.
North Dade Regional
Thursday, July 23, 3:30 p.m. Sunset Branch
Saturday, July 25, 11 a.m. North Shore Branch
Saturday, July 25, 2 p.m.
Go Green @ a Library Near You
Kick start a green life with help from the library. Stop by any of our green programs for environmentally friendly activities and ideas.
West Dade Regional
Green Craft Workshop
Wednesday, July 1, 3:30 p.m. Palm Springs North Branch
Go Green: Krafty Kids Arts & Crafts
Thursday, July 2, 3:30 p.m. Pinecrest Branch
Botanical Illustrations A Cuban Perspective
Thursday, July 2, 7:30 p.m. Miami Beach Regional
Express Yourself through Crafts
Thursday, July 9, 4:30 p.m. Pinecrest Branch
Drawing Native Plants & Butterflies
Saturday, July 11 & 18, 10 a.m.
Miami Lakes Branch*
Wild About Animals with Otter John
Saturday, July 11, 11 a.m. North Central Branch
Green Crafts
Tuesday, July 21, 11 a.m. Pinecrest Branch
The Language of Flowers
Thursday, July 23, 7 p.m. Virrick Park Branch
Green Craft
Saturday, July 25, 3 p.m. Lemon City Branch
Turtle, Turtles, Turtles with Bill Ahern
Wednesday, July 29, 10 a.m.
Monkey Village Junk Band
To raise awareness of recycling in the South Florida community, local musicians are recruited to make instruments from “junk” and then perform with them. Come enjoy the music and get some tips on creating your own instrument.
Miami Lakes Branch*
Saturday, July 25, 11 a.m.
Hispanic Branch**
Wednesday, July 29, 3 p.m
*Program made possible by the Town of Miami Lakes Educational Advisory Board. **Program made possible by The Miami Dolphins Foundation.
