Books in 5 neighborhoods this week

An Evening with Ari’el Stachel

Tony Award winner Ari'el Stachel presents a one-night-only evening of storytelling, performance and dialogue.

All day · The Hub, Pinecrest

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

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

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

An Evening with Adam Grant on Vibe

3 PM–12 AM · The Hub, 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

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

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

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

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

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 Toddlers

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

Face It! Portrait Drawing Workshop

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

Addams Family Values (PG-13)

The family that scares together, stays together!

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