Books in Downtown, Homestead, and Pinecrest 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

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–6 PM · Pinecrest Branch, Pinecrest

Crafty Fun To-Go: Create Together!

Take and Make Feeling crafty and looking for ideas?

9:30 AM–5:30 PM · Pinecrest Branch, Pinecrest

Autumn Mystery Sticker Mural

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

1–5:30 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

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

Online Class: Adult Learning Academy

5–6:30 PM · Virtual Library, Downtown

An Evening with Adam Grant — Vibe

In partnership with Books and Books.

All day · The Hub, Pinecrest

English Conversation Circle

Students gather together to gain comfort and fluency speaking English as a second language.

10 AM–12:30 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

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

Online Event: Spanish Conversation Circle

Advanced Level Would you like to practice your Spanish conversation skills at an advanced level?

10–11 AM · Main Library, Downtown

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

Liberated Love with Mark Groves

A Library Speakers Consortium Virtual Author Talk About the Author: Meet Mark Groves: Human Connection Specialist, Speaker, Author, Coach, Podcast Host and founder of Create The Love.

2–3 PM · Virtual Library, Downtown

An Evening with Adam Grant on Vibe

3 PM–12 AM · The Hub, Pinecrest

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

7 PM · The Hub Miami at Temple Beth Am, 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

Color Your Cares Away

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

3–4:30 PM · Main 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

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

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

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