Books in 4 neighborhoods this week

Books & Books at The Betsy Hotel Presents An Afternoon with Madeline Martin

4 PM · The Betsy Hotel B Bar, Miami Beach

Books & Books at The Betsy: An Afternoon with Madeline Martin

4 PM · The Betsy - South Beach, Miami Beach

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

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

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

Coconut Grove Book Club

The Maid by Nita Prose Discover new stories, share your thoughts and connect with fellow book lovers.

1:30–3 PM · Coconut Grove Branch, Coconut Grove

Brushstrokes and Beginnings

4–6 PM · Miami Beach Regional, Miami Beach

An Evening with Adam Grant — Vibe

In partnership with Books and Books.

All day · The Hub, 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

Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Babies

10:30–11:30 AM · Miami Beach Regional, Miami Beach

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

Get Tinkering With 3D Design - Beginners Guide to 3D Printing

4–6 PM · Miami Beach Regional, Miami Beach

Family Story Hour

Enjoy listening to stories and singing fun songs with your children.

4–5 PM · South Shore Branch, Miami Beach

Chess Club

Whether you want to learn the basics or are looking for a challenge, we invite you to join us for a game of chess.

4:30–6 PM · Virrick Park Branch, Coconut Grove

Fiction Book Club in Coconut Grove!

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

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 Preschoolers

10:30–11:30 AM · Miami Beach Regional, Miami Beach

Chess Club for Tweens and Teens

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced chess player, match your skills and learn a few new tricks about this game of strategy.

4–6 PM · Miami Beach Regional, Miami Beach

Finish Your Look with Spooky Sparkle Hair Tinsel

Complete your costume with a touch of sparkle!

4–5 PM · Coconut Grove Branch, Coconut Grove

Dungeons & Dragons Club

5–6:30 PM · Miami Beach Regional, Miami Beach

Learning Spanish Conversation Circle

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

5–6:30 PM · Pinecrest Branch, Pinecrest

NetworkQueen | An Evening with Isabel María Bucaram Layana

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

Online Event: Great Books Discussion Group

Short Story Discussion Schedule The Best Short Stories 2025: The O.

10–11:30 AM · Miami Beach Regional, Miami Beach

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

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

Kids Baking Club

Get ready to mix, measure, and knead your way around the world!

4:30–6 PM · Miami Beach Regional, Miami Beach

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

Toastmasters

Miami Beach Toastmasters provides a comfortable, warm and nurturing environment to help you develop your public speaking and leadership skills.

6:30–7:30 PM · Miami Beach Regional, Miami Beach

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

Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers

11 AM–12 PM · South Shore Branch, Miami Beach

Face It! Portrait Drawing Workshop

2:30–4 PM · Miami Beach Regional, Miami Beach

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

Addams Family Values (PG-13)

The family that scares together, stays together!

3–4:30 PM · Miami Beach Regional, Miami Beach

ICU Baby Hope Parade: Service Day

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

Magic Weekend - Crafts for Kids

Explore your creative side through a world of arts, crafts, painting, drawing and more.

11 AM–12 PM · South Shore Branch, Miami Beach

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

2–3 PM · Virrick Park Branch, Coconut Grove

Jaws (PG)

3–5:30 PM · Miami Beach Regional, Miami Beach

Online Event: Halloween Stories

4–5 PM · Coconut Grove Branch, Coconut Grove