Books in 5 neighborhoods this week

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

This course provides English lessons for non-native speakers, which include assistance with communication skills, reading, listening comprehension, grammar, and writing.

10 AM–1 PM · Kendall Branch, Kendall

Incredible Years: Parents and Babies Program

Presented by University of Miami (UM) Parenting Specialists Join this free, 10-week program that gives parents and caregivers an opportunity to develop close relationships with their infants.

10 AM–12 PM · West Kendall Regional, Kendall

Crafting with Perler Beads for Adults

Join others and chat while you make your unique Perler bead design that can be used to make a bookmark, coaster or magnet!

10:30 AM–12:30 PM · West Kendall Regional, Kendall

Tai Chi & Qigong with Grisell

Gain the benefits of this ancient Chinese practice that includes breathing techniques, posture and gentle, fluid movements.

12–1 PM · Westchester Library Health and Wellness Information Center, Westchester

Literary Wellness Book Club

Schedule: • August 28: Candide by Voltaire • September 24: Jonathan Livingston Seagull by Richard Bach • October 29: The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy • November 19: Always…

2:30–3:30 PM · Westchester Library Health and Wellness Information Center, Westchester

SHINE Information Session for Seniors

Presented by the Alliance for Aging (Florida Department of Elder Affairs) Learn about your medicare options and what's new to Medicare.

3–6 PM · West Kendall Regional, Kendall

The STEMology Club

Presented by Sports Konnect Explore the world of physical sciences, artificial intelligence, coding, game design, and engineering.

4–5 PM · Naranja Branch, Homestead

D&D Side Quest Society

Mini One-Shot Exercises Create your own fantasy journey and get ready for an adventure like no other.

4–5:30 PM · Sunset Branch, Kendall

Fun with Perler Beads

Get creative while working on fun projects using Perler beads!

4–5 PM · West Kendall Regional, Kendall

Dungeons & Dragons Club

5:30–7:30 PM · West Kendall Regional, Kendall

Café con libros

Cuentos de amor de locura y de muerte por Horacio Quiroga Disfrute de una tertulia literaria y una taza de café con otros lectores sobre el libro del mes en un ambiente relajado y acogedor.

10–11 AM · Sunset Branch, Kendall

Knitting for Adults

Learn to knit while chatting with other knitters.

10:30 AM–12:30 PM · West Kendall Regional, Kendall

Creative Writers Group

Explore the heights of your creativity and express yourself using words alongside friends in a supportive environment.

11 AM–12:30 PM · West Kendall Regional, Kendall

Pintura de Diamantes

¿Te gustan las manualidades?

11 AM–12 PM · Westchester Regional, Westchester

Meditative Painting with Watercolors

Sandhill Crane Take a break and explore watercolor painting at your own pace in this self-guided, library staff-led workshop.

11:30 AM–12:30 PM · Westchester Library Health and Wellness Information Center, Westchester

Dungeons & Dragons Club

Enjoy this fantasy role-playing game and create your own adventure.

3–5 PM · Westchester Regional, Westchester

Screenwriting 101

YOUmake Miami

3–4:30 PM · West Kendall Regional, Kendall

BINGO for Kids

Learn the numbers from 1 to 75 while having fun and making friends.

4–5 PM · West Kendall Regional, Kendall

Reunión de Neuróticos Anónimos

Neuróticos Anónimos es un programa de doce pasos dedicado a ayudar a las personas que sufren de enfermedades mentales y emocionales.

10–11:30 AM · Westchester Library Health and Wellness Information Center, Westchester

Halloween Phone Charms

YOUmake Miami Get into the Halloween spirit by creating your own spooky phone charm!

11 AM–12:30 PM · West Kendall Regional, Kendall

Rook & Roll Chess Club

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

1–3 PM · Kendall Branch, Kendall

South Florida Gardening Series: Butterflies in Your Backyard

Presented by UF/IFAS Extension Do you have an interest in finding and identifying butterflies in South Florida?

2–3:30 PM · West Kendall Regional, Kendall

The Brimstone Society: Tabletop Role-Playing Games Club

Roll the dice and enter worlds of swashbuckling, science fiction, and beyond.

3–5 PM · Westchester Regional, Westchester

Cyanotype Prints

YOUmake Miami Through practical exercises you will learn how to develop photos with the power of UV lights.

3–4:30 PM · West Kendall Regional, Kendall

CareerSource South Florida - Employment Assistance

Need help with your job search?

9:30 AM–5 PM · Westchester Regional, Westchester

Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers

10:30–11:30 AM · West Kendall Regional, Kendall

Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers en dos idiomas

11 AM–12 PM · Sunset Branch, Kendall

Craft Your Stress Away!

Join us to relieve stress and calm your brain and body through crafting.

11:30 AM–12:30 PM · Westchester Library Health and Wellness Information Center, Westchester

The Kinusaiga Kreature Feature

12–1:30 PM · West Kendall Regional, Kendall

Storyboarding

3–4 PM · West Kendall Regional, Kendall

Teen Library Advisory Committee

4–5 PM · Kendall Branch, Kendall

Sip & Stitch Club

5–6:30 PM · West Kendall Regional, Kendall

Needlepoint for Adults

Learn to needlepoint while chatting with other needlepoint enthusiasts.

10:30 AM–12:30 PM · West Kendall Regional, Kendall

Intro to Hand Embroidery

11 AM–12 PM · West Kendall Regional, Kendall

Sunset Studio

11 AM–12 PM · Sunset Branch, Kendall

Belly Dancing with Martha

11:30 AM–12:30 PM · Westchester Library Health and Wellness Information Center, Westchester

Video Games for Kids

4–5 PM · West Kendall Regional, Kendall

Stitch Simple - Sashiko Basics

4–5:30 PM · West Kendall Regional, Kendall

Sports Konnect x FIFA Innovation Lab

5–6 PM · Westchester Regional, Westchester

Cardio Pump with Dede

5–6 PM · Westchester Library Health and Wellness Information Center, Westchester

Citizens Advisory Committee

7–8 PM · Westchester Library Health and Wellness Information Center, Westchester