Aventura Branch Library Happenings: Renaissance Dance, Classic Board Games, Creative Kids And Much More

Raising Resilient Children - Presented By The Children's Trust's Parent Club
Friday, March 17th, 2023 - 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Parents are introduced to six core building blocks for children to manage their feelings and become resilient in dealing with life stress. Discussion will follow the presentation. For more information, please contact: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and up.

Beginner Knitting Basics
Friday, March 17th, 2023 - 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Join us to learn the basics of knitting and socialize while you get started on your own project. Please bring your materials. Space is limited. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 12 years and up.

Reading Circle
Friday, March 17th, 2023 - 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Practice your English-language reading skills while improving your listening comprehension. Participants will take turns reading aloud parts of a selected story and then discuss the story with other learners. Registration is required. For more information, please contact: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and up.

Renaissance Dance
Saturday, March 18th, 2023 - 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Let's dance! Join us and the Society of Creative Anachronism in person for a bit of history through Renaissance Dance. Learn the traditional dances of Italy, France and England - the building blocks of American Square Dancing. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 12 years and up.

Introduction to Computers
Saturday, March 18th, 2023 - 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Learn the basics of a computer including using a mouse, getting on the Internet, setting up and using an email account and more! Taught by instructors from Collective Sistahood. Instruction also available in Spanish and Creole. Ages 19 years and up.

Building Blocks Club
Saturday, March 18th, 2023 - 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Join us for an hour of family fun building and creating with our building blocks. Themes, challenges and building block pieces will be provided. For more information, please contact: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org Ages 6 years and up.

Multilingual Story Hour for Adults
Saturday, March 18th, 2023 - 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Read your favorite short story, share a story you have written or practice your storytelling skills. Stories in all languages are welcome. For more information, please contact: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 18 years and up.

Talking Is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing For Preschoolers
Tuesday, March 21st, 2023 - 4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Join us for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers and their caregivers. A grab-and-go craft will be available to take home. Ages 3 - 5 years.

Online Event: Falun Gong Meditation & Exercises
Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023 - 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Falun Gong is an ancient, high level Chinese practice that uses gentle movements and meditation to cultivate the body, mind and spirit. Space is limited for this online event. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. For more information, please contact: (305) 931-5512. Ages 19 years and up.

Color Your Cares Away
Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023 - 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Relax and relieve stress while coloring and listening to the soft sounds of relaxing music. Choose from a variety of coloring sheets, crayons, colored pencils and other supplies. Registration is required. For more information, please contact: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and up.

e-Device Help
Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023 - 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Need help with your electronic device? Instructors from Generation Technology will be available to offer assistance. Please bring your device for hands-on learning. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and up.

Creative Kids
Thursday, March 23rd, 2023 - 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Children explore their inner creativity with a dynamic art program that allows them to experiment with a variety of techniques and media. From painting to collage, local art magnet student instructors will provide a fun environment to nurture and develop creative skills. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 6 - 11 years.

Classic Board Games
Friday, March 24th, 2023 - 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Join us for an afternoon of old school games like Chess, Checkers, Scrabble, Monopoly or Mancala! Relax, meet new friends, practice your skills or learn a new game! Play one of our games or bring your own. Ages 12 years and up.

Introduction To Computers
Saturday, March 25th, 2023 - 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Learn the basics of a computer including using a mouse, getting on the Internet, setting up and using an email account and more! Taught by instructors from Collective Sistahood. Instruction also available in Spanish and Creole. Ages 19 years and up.

Some of the above events require pre-registration. To register, go to: https://mdpls.org/branch-northeast-dade-aventura

For more information, feel free to contact the Aventura Branch at: (305) 931-5512. The Aventura Branch library is located at 2930 Aventura Boulevard, Aventura, Florida 33180.