Aventura Branch Library Happenings: One-to-One Tech Help, Meditation, Retirement Planning And Much More

Furry Tales
Saturday, August 24th & August 31st, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Read your favorite stories alongside a friendly dog! Help your child improve their literacy skills and boost confidence by reading to a therapy dog. Bring your own book or choose from the library's collection. Presented by the Alliance of Therapy Dogs. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 12 years.

Introduction to Computers
Saturday, August 24th & August 31st, 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Learn computer basics, including how to use a mouse get on the internet, set up and use an email account and more! Use one of our laptops or feel free to bring your own device. Taught by instructors from Collective Sistahood. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and up.

Talking is Teaching - Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
Monday, August 26th, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Join us stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 18 months - 3 years.

Chess Club
Monday, August 26th, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sharpen your chess skills by playing with others! Fun for beginners and more advanced players alike. Meets in the auditorium. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 8 years and up.

Falun Gong Meditation & Exercises
Wednesday, August 28th, 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. Northeast-Dade Aventura Virtual Programs Room (Online Event). For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and up.

Overcoming Stress & Anxiety with Meditation
Wednesday, August 28th, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Join experienced meditation instructor Steve Pollack to learn simple meditation techniques and apply them during a brief guided session. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and up.

Teens & Tweens Writing Club
Wednesday, August 28th, 4:00 p.m - 6:00 p.m.
Do you enjoy writing stories, essays or poems? Join our vibrant and supportive community for aspiring writers. Share insights, learn valuable tips and engage in open discussions. For more information, please contact: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 8 - 18 years.

Retirement Planning
Wednesday, August 28th, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Find out how to maximize your Social Security and Medicare benefits during this informational session. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and up.

Homework Help and Tutoring
Saturday, August 31st, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact: tutoring@mdpls.org. Call: (305) 375-1413. Or visit: www.mdpls.org/tutor - Funded in part by The Children's Trust.

Monthly Book Discussion
Saturday, August 31, 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Join your peers for a lively book discussion. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and up.

Renaissance Dance
Saturday, August 31st, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Let's dance! Join the Society of Creative Anachronism 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.

One-to-One Tech Help - Device help from AARP's Senior Planet
Tuesday, September 3rd, 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
A representative from AARP's Senior Planet will be on-hand to give technical support on computer and mobile device issues. Learn about apps and how to get the most out of them. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and up.

Climate Change Workshops - Our Environmental Background, Issues and Solutions
Tuesday, September 3rd, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Want to understand more about the issue of climate change? Join us to learn about the science of climate change, its history, warning signs and possible outcomes, and examine the myriad of solutions. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or: lefrakp@mdpls.org. All ages.

Lunar Meditation with Romie
Tuesday, September 3rd, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Conference Room
Join Romie, Advanced Certified Spiritual Instructor for the New Moon and Full Moon Max Meditations. For more information, please contact the branch at: (305) 931-5512. Or : lefrakp@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and up.

Some of the above events are On-line. 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.