Arts & Culture in 5 neighborhoods this week

An Evening with Tony Award Winner Ari’el Stachel

7 PM–4 AM · The Frankel Family Performing Arts Center, Pinecrest

La Velada: An Alchemy of Past and Present

8 PM · Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, Sunny Isles

Family Fest 2026: We Are Miami

1–4 PM · ICA Miami Expansion Space, Design District

MDCA Away From Home: FUNDarte presents “La Velada” by Marta Gálvez

2 PM · Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, Sunny Isles

Greater Miami Symphonic Band: Halloween Concert

4 PM · Pinecrest Gardens, Pinecrest

Creepy Doll Contest - If You Dare!

Creepy Doll Contest Guidelines • Dolls may be dropped off beginning October 1, 2026 and must be picked up on October 31st before 6 p.m. • Creepy dolls will be judged based on originality, creativity,…

9:30 AM–8 PM · Pinecrest Branch, Pinecrest

Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers

11 AM–12 PM · Sunny Isles Beach Branch, Sunny Isles

Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Babies and Toddlers

Library programming is restricted to the 2nd Floor lounge.

11 AM–12 PM · Key Biscayne Branch (Temporary Location), Key Biscayne

Pinecrest Toastmasters: Confidence-Communication-Leadership Skills

Unlock your potential and build lasting confidence in a supportive, learn-by-doing environment where you can develop your public speaking and leadership skills.

11:30 AM–1:30 PM · Pinecrest Branch, Pinecrest

An Evening with Adam Grant — Vibe

In partnership with Books and Books.

All day · The Hub, Pinecrest

Reading with the Rabbi with Rabbi Greengrass

8–12 AM · Meeting Room 3, Pinecrest

Adult ESOL Classes

Learn English as a second language through this series of conversational classes taught at an intermediate level.

10 AM–12:30 PM · Pinecrest Branch, Pinecrest

Tertulia Literaria

Mi nombre es Emilia del Valle, de Isabel Allende 24 de noviembre: El diario de Tita, Laura Esquivel.

10–11:30 AM · Pinecrest Branch, Pinecrest

Threads of Kindness: Sewing & Quilting for a Cause

A weekly gathering of sewing and quilting enthusiasts committed to making a difference one stitch at a time.

1–5 PM · Pinecrest Branch, Pinecrest

An Evening with Adam Grant on Vibe

3 PM–12 AM · The Hub, Pinecrest

Chess Club for Tweens and Teens

Sharpen your skills by playing against other fans of this classic game.

4–6 PM · Sunny Isles Beach Branch, Sunny Isles

Vibe | An Evening with Adam Grant in conversation with Daymond John

7 PM · The Hub Miami at Temple Beth Am, Pinecrest

Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers

11 AM–12 PM · Sunny Isles Beach Branch, Sunny Isles

Learning Spanish Conversation Circle

Beginner Series Gain confidence speaking Spanish through weekly energetic group conversations.

5–6:30 PM · Pinecrest Branch, Pinecrest

Leon Bridges Presents: Happiness Anytime

7 PM · ZeyZey Miami, Design District

Wednesday Bachata Class at Mady’s Dance Factory

8:15–9:15 PM · Mady's Dance Factory / Miami Salsa Driven, MiMo / Upper East Side

Painting Together

Express your creativity alongside fellow artists at this informal get-together and paint-together.

11:30 AM–2:30 PM · Pinecrest Branch, Pinecrest

Matheson Hammock Bridge Study Public Meeting

Miami-Dade County Department of Transportation and Public Works The Miami-Dade County Department of Transportation and Public Works will hold a public meeting regarding the Matheson Hammock Bridge…

5:30–7:30 PM · Pinecrest Branch, Pinecrest

Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Babies and Toddlers

10–11 AM · Pinecrest Branch, Pinecrest

Furry Tales

Reading with Avi Read your favorite stories alongside Avi the Poodle!

10:30 AM–12 PM · Pinecrest Branch, Pinecrest

Backyard Shabbat

1:30 PM–12 AM · The Lampen Sachar Outdoor Cultural Center,, Pinecrest

DCC & Miami Design District Training Ride

7–9 AM · Jungle Plaza, Design District

ICU Baby Hope Parade: Service Day

ICU Baby Youth Ambassadors will gather to prepare items for the ICU Baby Hope Parade.

9:30 AM–12:30 PM · Pinecrest Branch, Pinecrest

Citizenship Class

This course will prepare qualified individuals for the U.S. citizenship test. Participants will learn citizenship eligibility requirements, U.S. history and government, interview tips and more.…

10 AM–12 PM · Sunny Isles Beach Branch, Sunny Isles

Chess Game Meetup - Make Your Move!

Whether you are a beginner learning the basics or an experienced player looking for a challenge, come play a game, sharpen your skills, and meet fellow chess enthusiasts.

1–3 PM · Pinecrest Branch, Pinecrest

Plastic to Purpose

Learn How to Make Plarn Transform clean, used plastic grocery bags into colorful plarn balls, each made from 75 bags of the same color and size.

2–4 PM · Pinecrest Branch, Pinecrest

Bingo Night

8–10 PM · Upper East Side Hangout, MiMo / Upper East Side

Igshaan Adams: Lulu, Zanele, Zandile, Savannah

Until Sun, Oct 25 · Institute of Contemporary Art, Miami, Design District

In Session with Michael Schwartz at Michael’s Genuine

Until Sun, Oct 25 · Design District