What's Happening at Your Library - December 10, 2019

STEAM Fest, holiday music and movies, crafts and more!

Share               Donate December 10, 2019 Join us for the Coral Reef Branch Grand Reopening Celebration! We're happy to announce that the renovation of the Coral Reef Branch Library is complete and the branch has reopened to the public. We invite you to join us for the official Grand Reopening Community Open House Celebration and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the newly renovated and improved branch. Enjoy fun activities, games, a tour of the library, light refreshments and more!  Hope to see you there! Tuesday, December 17, 5 - 8 p.m. Ribbon Cutting Ceremony begins at 6:30 p.m. Coral Reef Branch IN THE SPOTLIGHT Elizabeth Catlett Digital Collection The Graphics of Elizabeth Catlett opened in 1984 at the Main Library. From the first idea to the exhibition opening with the artist, a lot went into putting together the art exhibition. Get a peek into the process with the Elizabeth Catlett Collection in our MDPLS Digital Collections. The collection features correspondence between former Art Services Manager Barbara N. Young and Elizabeth Catlett, as well as Catlett’s portrait, artist statement and curriculum vitae. You can also see the linocut works from Catlett’s series The Negro Woman, 1946 – 1947 (later renamed Black Women in the U.S.A.) that were on display both in the 1984 exhibition and today’s Elizabeth Catlett: The Future of Equality at the Main Library. STEAM STEAM Fest: Green Edition Explore a world of science and technology at the MDPLS STEAM Fest! This special "green" edition will focus on conservation and natural phenomena, including demonstrations with snow, spectroscopy, chromatography and more! All ages.  Thursday, December 19, 4 - 7:30 p.m. Allapattah Branch SPECIAL SERVICES Living with Low Vision Seminar Join us to try out the latest gadgets that can help people living with low vision and hear from informative speakers on topics related to living with visual disabilities. Light refreshments will be provided.  Presented with Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired.  Saturday, December 14, 10 a.m. - noon Pinecrest Branch ARTS & CRAFTS DIY Holiday Arrangement Create a fresh floral arrangement to adorn your home or give as a gift this holiday season. Materials will be provided. Space is limited. Please contact the branch for registration information. Ages 18 years and up. Thursday, December 19, 3 p.m. Model City Branch Saturday, December 21, 3 p.m. North Dade Regional Monday, December 23, 6 p.m. West Dade Regional COMMUNITY PROJECT Door to Kindness Get creative and help spread kindness through art by participating in this community project where a local artist will help guide you to create a door to kindness. All ages.  Saturday, December 14, 2 - 6 p.m. Main Library Made possible by the GirlKind Project.  MUSIC Caribbean Holiday Show Take a trip to the islands this holiday season! Enjoy calypso and reggae versions of holiday favorites performed by the Reggie Paul Trio! All ages.  Monday, December 16, 1 p.m. Northeast Dade - Aventura Branch Tuesday, December 17, 3:30 p.m. Edison Center Branch Wednesday, December 18, 7 p.m. California Club Branch Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos A. Gimenez's Initiative on Aging provides resources and information on programs and activities for older adults throughout the County. THE MAYOR'S INITIATIVE ON AGING Mindful Eating During the Holidays Join us to learn mindful strategies for enjoying the holiday season without adding inches to your waistline. Representatives from Baptist Health South Florida will also be on-site to provide a variety of free health screenings. Space is limited. Please contact the branch for registration information. Ages 55 years and up.  Presented by Baptist Health South Florida. Light refreshments courtesy of Community Medical Group. Monday, December 16, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Miami Beach Regional MOVIES AT THE LIBRARY Get into the holiday spirit and take a break from the hustle and bustle of the season with a movie at the library!  Friday, December 13 3 p.m. Miami Lakes Branch Ages 18 years and up. Made possible by the Town of Miami Lakes Educational Advisory Board. Friday, December 13 3:30 p.m. Coral Gables Branch Ages 13 - 18 years.  Made possible by the City of Coral Gables.  Friday, December 20 3 p.m. Miami Beach Regional All ages.  Made possible by the City of Miami Beach, Cultural Affairs Program, Cultural Arts Council. THEATER Fantasy Theatre Factory presents The Never Everglades Laugh while you learn during this comedy about protecting the environment. All ages.  Saturday, December 14, 11 a.m. Miami Beach Regional Made possible by the City of Miami Beach, Cultural Affairs Program, Cultural Arts Council.  MUSIC Latin Holiday Concert Celebration Celebrate the holidays with a performance by composer/writer and guitarist Pavel Vitier and his Son Montuno. His salsa and Afro-Cuban percussion and rhythms will have you moving to the beat! All ages.  Friday, December 13, 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. Main Library See what else is happening at your local library!  Find more programs and events at a branch near you. Miami-Dade County provides equal access and equal opportunity in employment and services and does not discriminate on the basis of a disability. If you need an accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or material in an alternate format, contact the Branch Manager at least seven business days in advance. Systemwide TDD available via the Florida Relay Service at 711. 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