Books in 5 neighborhoods this week

An Evening with Adam Grant — Vibe

In partnership with Books and Books.

All day · The Hub, Pinecrest

An Evening with Adam Grant on Vibe

3 PM–12 AM · The Hub, Pinecrest

The Big Picture: Community Jigsaw Puzzle

Stop by anytime to add a few pieces, help sort and watch the big picture come together.

9:30 AM–5:30 PM · Main Library, Downtown

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

Bring Your Device - Traiga su dispositivo electrónico

Get one-on-one help from library staff and discover how to: · Download library e-books, audiobooks, magazines and music to your e-reader, tablet or other device · Surf the internet and learn computer…

2–4 PM · Main Library, Downtown

Autumn Mystery Sticker Mural

Visit the Children's Room to help reveal a hidden autumn picture one sticker at a time!

3–5:30 PM · Main Library, Downtown

Color Your Cares Away

Grab a coloring page or two and color your cares away.

3–4:30 PM · Main Library, Downtown

Finish Your Look with Spooky Sparkle Hair Tinsel

Complete your costume with a touch of sparkle!

4–5 PM · Coconut Grove Branch, Coconut Grove

Online Class: Adult Learning Academy

5–6:30 PM · Virtual Library, Downtown

Learning Spanish Conversation Circle

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

5–6:30 PM · Pinecrest Branch, Pinecrest

Online Class: Adult Learning Academy: Financial Literacy Series

Planning for Unexpected Life Events Presented by the Foundation for Financial Planning in partnership with the Financial Planning Association of Miami and the Friends of the Miami-Dade Public Library.

6–7:30 PM · Virtual Library, Downtown

The Color Bunch

Want to relax and color your cares away?

9:30 AM–5:30 PM · Main Library, Downtown

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

Online Event: Basic Spanish Conversation Circle

Would you like to practice your Spanish conversation skills from the comfort of your home or office?

10–11 AM · Main Library, Downtown

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

Movie Afternoons

The Slender Man (PG-13) In a small town in Massachusetts, a group of friends, fascinated by the internet lore of the Slender Man, attempt to prove that he doesn't actually exist... until one of them…

2–4 PM · Main Library, Downtown

Checkmates: A Chess Club

Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned player, test your skills and enjoy a friendly game of chess.

3–4:30 PM · Main Library, Downtown

Campfire Tales & S'mores

Join us for a thrilling digital campfire experience filled with delicious s'mores and spine-tingling campfire stories.

4–5 PM · Coconut Grove Branch, Coconut Grove

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

An Evening with Sally Hayden in conversation with Sarah Kavanagh

6:30 PM · Books & Books Coconut Grove, Coconut Grove

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

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

11 AM–12 PM · Coconut Grove Branch, Coconut Grove

Video Games @ the Library

Join us for a relaxing and fun afternoon playing video games, either solo or with a friend.

3–5 PM · Virrick Park Branch, Coconut Grove

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

Design-a-Monster Coloring & Creation Station

Drop in anytime to imagine, color and design a one-of-a-kind monster character.

1–5 PM · Main Library, Downtown

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

Halloween Slime

Join us for a frightfully fun slime lab!

2–3 PM · Virrick Park Branch, Coconut Grove

Online Event: Halloween Stories

Picture Book Read Aloud Snuggle up and join us virtually for a spooktacular read-aloud filled with Halloween fun, silly surprises, and a little bit of magic!

4–5 PM · Coconut Grove Branch, Coconut Grove

Community Painting Club

Create, Connect, Inspire Unleash your creativity in a fun and supportive environment!

10 AM–1 PM · Coconut Grove Branch, Coconut Grove

Resume 101

Learn how to create an eye-catching resume and how to search for jobs online.

1–3 PM · Virrick Park Branch, Coconut Grove

An Evening with Deesha Philyaw in conversation with Chantel Acevedo

6:30 PM · Books & Books Coconut Grove, Coconut Grove

Dramatically Speaking at The Hub: An Evening with Mera & Don Rubell

7:30 PM · The Hub at Temple Beth Am, Pinecrest