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JANUARY 17, 2014
THE MIAMI LAKER
Miami Lakes Library’s January program schedule Miami Lakes Branch Library has the following programs available for the public during January: For Children: Family Game Day! – Come to the library and enjoy time with your family playing board games. For all ages. Meets at 3 p.m. on Saturday, January 18. Paws 2 Read – Certified therapy dogs listen as children read aloud and practice their reading skills. For all ages at 11 a.m. on
Saturday, January 18. Reading Ready Toddler Storytime – Stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their care givers. Meets at 11 a.m. on Thursdays, January 23 and 30. For Teens: Teen Club: Book Blitz – Teens discuss their favorite reads at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, January 28. Tween Book Club – This is a tween book club for ages 8-12. Members meet once a month to
discuss the chosen book of the month. Registration required. Meets at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 25. For Adults: Beginning Painting Course – Find the artist in you by joining the Beginning Painting Course sponsored by AARP, the Creative Aging Project, and MDPLS. This is a free, eight-week program for learners age 55 and older. The course begins at 1:30 p.m. on
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Wednesday, February 5. Space is limited and registration is required by calling 305-822-6520. Book Discussion Group – Monthly meetings to discuss books of interest. Contact the branch to find out the title of the book. Meets at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 21. Navigating the Affordable Care Act – Have questions about the new Affordable Care Act? Meet with a representative from SRA International and get your questions answered on the new law, the Health Marketplace and learn what it means for you. Meets
at 2 p.m. on Tuesdays, January 21 and 28. Congressman Mario DiazBalart Community Outreach – A member of Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart’s staff will visit the library to discuss federal issues or any problem a constituent may have with a federal agency. Meets at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 22. Miami Lakes Branch Library is located at 6699 Windmill Gate Road. For operating hours, registration and more information, call 305-822-6520.
Friends of the Library host third annual ‘Miami Moments’ on Saturday, February 8 The Friends of the Miami-Dade Public Library will host its third annual “Miami Moments” at 7 p.m. on Saturday, February 8, at the Main Library, 101 West Flagler Street in downtown Miami. The Main Library will be transformed into a tropical paradise honoring Ruth and the late Richard Shack, longtime library and community supporters, and the Miami Dolphins Foundation for its many years of helping to underwrite library programs for youth. Hosted by TV anchor Gerri Helfman, there will be musical entertainment by Grammy-nominated saxophonist Ed Calle along with special guest appearances by film producer Billy Corben, award-winning author Edwidge Danticat, The Miami Foundation CEO Javier Soto, and world-
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renowned chef Norman Van Aken. All proceeds will benefit the public library’s cultural and literacy programs. Tickets are available at www. miamimoments.org, or by calling 305-375-2658. “Miami Moments” is especially important this year as the Library is facing many important challenges due to severe budget cuts and must rely heavily on the Friends for their support. Although the Friends want to raise funds at the event, the greater goal is making people aware of the importance of the library to the community, bringing them to the Main Library where the library’s story can be told.
Veteran book reading Jan. 25 at Main St. Playhouse On January 25, the Main Street Players will be hosting a panel discussion and book signing of the recently released Post 8195: Black Soldiers Tell Their Vietnam Stories. Edited by VFW Post 8195 Commander Bobby White, each chapter focuses on stories as told by a group of 23 Vietnam War veterans who volunteered to help create this courageous work. The stories expose readers to the true, challenging, and many times painful experiences that have impacted the lives of these veterans, stories of leadership, sacrifices, and the patriotism which make this book an unforgettable read. The book is currently available on Amazon.com and can also be purchased locally. Meet the heroic authors, including Main Street Player’s own Charles James, on Saturday, January 25, at 4 p.m. at the Main Street Playhouse, 6766 Main Street. Admission is free. More information about the book signing event is available at 954931-1301.