Skip to main content
close
font 1 font 2 font 3
Reset to standard size
Font size options
Increase or decrease the font size for this website by clicking on the 'A's.
Yellow on Black White on Black Soft Greys Black on Linen Black on White
Reset to default contrast
Contrast options
Choose a color combination to give the most comfortable contrast.

Haitian Heritage Month Film & Music Event
2025-05-09 18:30:00 2025-05-09 21:30:00 America/New_York Haitian Heritage Month Film & Music Event North Miami Beach Public Library - Open Event Space

Friday, May 09
6:30pm - 9:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-09 18:30:00 2025-05-09 21:30:00 America/New_York Haitian Heritage Month Film & Music Event Join us as we screen Liberty in a Soup, a documentary about the history of Haiti and its independence as represented by the national dish soup jomou, as well as authentic music. North Miami Beach Public Library - Open Event Space

Join us as we screen Liberty in a Soup, a documentary about the history of Haiti and its independence as represented by the national dish soup jomou, as well as authentic music.

AGE GROUP: | Senior Adults 50+ | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Community Program |

TAGS: | |

North Miami Beach Public Library

Phone: 305-948-2970
Hours
About the library

The North Miami Beach Library is located at 16th Ave and 164th St. We offer many different meeting space options to accommodate groups of all sizes.

Upcoming events

Skip Front Page Events Calendar widget
Zumba Gold
Wed, Dec 31, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
New Year's Eve Celebration!
Wed, Dec 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us to ring in the new year with music, snacks karaoke, and a "ball drop" at 12:00!
LIBRARY CLOSED
Thu, Jan 01, All day
The Library will be closed on Thursday, January 1st, for the New Year's Day holiday. We will reopen on Friday, January 2nd.
Zumba Gold
Fri, Jan 02, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Meditation Class
Fri, Jan 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference room
Join us for an hour of meditation, taught by Steve Pollack!
Tales with Tails
Fri, Jan 02, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Children's Room
Come Read aloud to our Library Therapy Dog, Little Dude. Reading Skills Grow With Practice and Furry Friends!
Movie Matinee
Fri, Jan 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Theater
Join us for a matinee! The Library shows classic films and documentaries for adults and families.
Tai Chi
Mon, Jan 05, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Learn Chinese martial art defense and meditation!
Teen Movie Monday
Mon, Jan 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Theater
Join us for teen-friendly movies!
After-School Program
Mon, Jan 05, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Full Meeting Room
After-school program featuring science activities, crafts, and educational guidance. Registration and fee are required; please contact Erika Arbulu for more information.
Teen Video Editing
Mon, Jan 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Media Lab
Teens are invited to learn professional video and audio editing, along with other skills like basic animation and green-screen. This class is by registration only. Please contact library staff.
Kids Who Code
Mon, Jan 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Classroom A
Join us for an educational class teaching kids the basics of computer coding, with hands-on projects using MIT's Scratch project. Registration required. Please reach out to the Library to learn more!
Registration is now closed
Pathways to Citizenship
Mon, Jan 05, 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for classes that prepare you for the history & civic knowledge interview and writing/reading test to become a United States Citizen!
Zumba Gold
Tue, Jan 06, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Adult Technology Class
Tue, Jan 06, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Classroom A
Learn the basics of technology for a variety of devices with a knowledgeable member of the Library staff!
Ready 2 Read Live
Tue, Jan 06, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
Toddler storytime, for ages 3-5!
After-School Program
Tue, Jan 06, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Full Meeting Room
After-school program featuring science activities, crafts, and educational guidance. Registration and fee are required; please contact Erika Arbulu for more information.
Vision Boards
Tue, Jan 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
D2
Join us for a fun teen craft as we create vision boards! Set your imagination free!
Pathways to Citizenship
Tue, Jan 06, 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for classes that prepare you for the history & civic knowledge interview and writing/reading test to become a United States Citizen!
Zumba Gold
Wed, Jan 07, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Sights And Sounds
Wed, Jan 07, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
Teaching listening comprehension and foundations of reading through stories and songs.
Mahjong Club
Wed, Jan 07, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Classroom A
Whether you love mahjong or are just learning to play, come join us at the library for a fun weekly session with an instructor to guide you!
After-School Program
Wed, Jan 07, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Full Meeting Room
After-school program featuring science activities, crafts, and educational guidance. Registration and fee are required; please contact Erika Arbulu for more information.
Melted Snowmen Craft
Wed, Jan 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
D2
Join us for a fun craft creating melted snowmen. Help, I'm meltingggg!
Teen Video Editing
Wed, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Media Lab
Teens are invited to learn professional video and audio editing, along with other skills like basic animation and green-screen. This class is by registration only. Please contact library staff.
Yoga
Wed, Jan 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for a calming, centering workout and relaxation for all body types.
English Circle
Wed, Jan 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
D2
Join us and practice conversational English in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere!
Art & Soul
Thu, Jan 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Full Meeting Room
All Skills levels are welcome. Materials will be provided or feel free to bring your own and a friend!
Senior Board Games
Thu, Jan 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Classroom A
Welcome to senior board games, where the first rule is to have fun! Play group board games, both cooperative and competitive, with friendly Library staff facilitating. For adult players.
After-School Program
Thu, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Full Meeting Room
After-school program featuring science activities, crafts, and educational guidance. Registration and fee are required; please contact Erika Arbulu for more information.
Teen Anime Book Club
Thu, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
D2
Love anime and manga? Join us as we read manga and watch anime every week on Thursday afternoons!
LEGO Creativity Hour
Thu, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for a fun and relaxing open play session with LEGOs. Compete with others to build on a theme, or just relax and have fun!
Zumba Gold
Fri, Jan 09, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Meditation Class
Fri, Jan 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference room
Join us for an hour of meditation, taught by Steve Pollack!
Movie Matinee
Fri, Jan 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Theater
Join us for a matinee! The Library shows classic films and documentaries for adults and families.
Kids and Seniors Learn Tech
Fri, Jan 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Classroom A
Join us for a cross-generational tech learning class! Teen tutors will work with seniors (and anyone else who wants to learn) on various technology topics as well as providing on-the-spot tech help.
Tai Chi
Mon, Jan 12, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Learn Chinese martial art defense and meditation!
Teen Movie Monday
Mon, Jan 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Theater
Join us for teen-friendly movies!
After-School Program
Mon, Jan 12, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Full Meeting Room
After-school program featuring science activities, crafts, and educational guidance. Registration and fee are required; please contact Erika Arbulu for more information.
Teen Video Editing
Mon, Jan 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Media Lab
Teens are invited to learn professional video and audio editing, along with other skills like basic animation and green-screen. This class is by registration only. Please contact library staff.
Kids Who Code
Mon, Jan 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Classroom A
Join us for an educational class teaching kids the basics of computer coding, with hands-on projects using MIT's Scratch project. Registration required. Please reach out to the Library to learn more!
Registration is now closed
Pathways to Citizenship
Mon, Jan 12, 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for classes that prepare you for the history & civic knowledge interview and writing/reading test to become a United States Citizen!
Zumba Gold
Tue, Jan 13, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Adult Technology Class
Tue, Jan 13, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Classroom A
Learn the basics of technology for a variety of devices with a knowledgeable member of the Library staff!
Ready 2 Read Live
Tue, Jan 13, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
Toddler storytime, for ages 3-5!
After-School Program
Tue, Jan 13, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Full Meeting Room
After-school program featuring science activities, crafts, and educational guidance. Registration and fee are required; please contact Erika Arbulu for more information.
Soap-Making
Tue, Jan 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
D2
Join us for a fun hands-on teen craft creating your own custom soaps!
Pathways to Citizenship
Tue, Jan 13, 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for classes that prepare you for the history & civic knowledge interview and writing/reading test to become a United States Citizen!
Zumba Gold
Wed, Jan 14, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Sights And Sounds
Wed, Jan 14, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
Teaching listening comprehension and foundations of reading through stories and songs.
Mahjong Club
Wed, Jan 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Classroom A
Whether you love mahjong or are just learning to play, come join us at the library for a fun weekly session with an instructor to guide you!
After-School Program
Wed, Jan 14, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Full Meeting Room
After-school program featuring science activities, crafts, and educational guidance. Registration and fee are required; please contact Erika Arbulu for more information.
Photocard Making
Wed, Jan 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
D2
Come to D2 for a fun hour creating photo cards - all materials supplied!
Teen Video Editing
Wed, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Media Lab
Teens are invited to learn professional video and audio editing, along with other skills like basic animation and green-screen. This class is by registration only. Please contact library staff.
Yoga
Wed, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for a calming, centering workout and relaxation for all body types.
English Circle
Wed, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
D2
Join us and practice conversational English in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere!
Art & Soul
Thu, Jan 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Full Meeting Room
All Skills levels are welcome. Materials will be provided or feel free to bring your own and a friend!
Senior Board Games
Thu, Jan 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Classroom A
Welcome to senior board games, where the first rule is to have fun! Play group board games, both cooperative and competitive, with friendly Library staff facilitating. For adult players.
After-School Program
Thu, Jan 15, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Full Meeting Room
After-school program featuring science activities, crafts, and educational guidance. Registration and fee are required; please contact Erika Arbulu for more information.
Teen Anime Book Club
Thu, Jan 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
D2
Love anime and manga? Join us as we read manga and watch anime every week on Thursday afternoons!
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Room
Join us for a storytime celebrating civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr.!
Zumba Gold
Fri, Jan 16, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Meditation Class
Fri, Jan 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference room
Join us for an hour of meditation, taught by Steve Pollack!
Tales with Tails
Fri, Jan 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Children's Room
Come Read aloud to our Library Therapy Dog, Little Dude. Reading Skills Grow With Practice and Furry Friends!
Movie Matinee
Fri, Jan 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Theater
Join us for a matinee! The Library shows classic films and documentaries for adults and families.
LIBRARY CLOSED
Mon, Jan 19, All day
The Library will be closed on Monday, January 19th, for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day holiday. We will reopen on Tuesday, January 20th.
Zumba Gold
Tue, Jan 20, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
After-School Program
Tue, Jan 20, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Full Meeting Room
After-school program featuring science activities, crafts, and educational guidance. Registration and fee are required; please contact Erika Arbulu for more information.
Bookend Painting
Tue, Jan 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
D2
Add your creative touch to the library by helping paint bookends for the Teen Section!
Pathways to Citizenship
Tue, Jan 20, 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for classes that prepare you for the history & civic knowledge interview and writing/reading test to become a United States Citizen!
Zumba Gold
Wed, Jan 21, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Sights And Sounds
Wed, Jan 21, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
Teaching listening comprehension and foundations of reading through stories and songs.
Mahjong Club
Wed, Jan 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Classroom A
Whether you love mahjong or are just learning to play, come join us at the library for a fun weekly session with an instructor to guide you!
After-School Program
Wed, Jan 21, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Full Meeting Room
After-school program featuring science activities, crafts, and educational guidance. Registration and fee are required; please contact Erika Arbulu for more information.
Watercolor & Chill
Wed, Jan 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
D2
Join Librarian Jo for a relaxing hour of watercolor art and chill music.
Teen Video Editing
Wed, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Media Lab
Teens are invited to learn professional video and audio editing, along with other skills like basic animation and green-screen. This class is by registration only. Please contact library staff.
Yoga
Wed, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for a calming, centering workout and relaxation for all body types.
English Circle
Wed, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
D2
Join us and practice conversational English in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere!
Art & Soul
Thu, Jan 22, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Full Meeting Room
All Skills levels are welcome. Materials will be provided or feel free to bring your own and a friend!
Senior Board Games
Thu, Jan 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Classroom A
Welcome to senior board games, where the first rule is to have fun! Play group board games, both cooperative and competitive, with friendly Library staff facilitating. For adult players.
NMB Library Book Club
Thu, Jan 22, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Conference room
Join us as we read a new book each month and discuss as a group!
After-School Program
Thu, Jan 22, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Full Meeting Room
After-school program featuring science activities, crafts, and educational guidance. Registration and fee are required; please contact Erika Arbulu for more information.
Teen Anime Book Club
Thu, Jan 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
D2
Love anime and manga? Join us as we read manga and watch anime every week on Thursday afternoons!
LEGO Creativity Hour
Thu, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for a fun and relaxing open play session with LEGOs. Compete with others to build on a theme, or just relax and have fun!
Zumba Gold
Fri, Jan 23, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Meditation Class
Fri, Jan 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference room
Join us for an hour of meditation, taught by Steve Pollack!
Pikachu's Birthday Surprise!
Fri, Jan 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Full Meeting Room
It's Pikachu's birthday and the Library is celebrating! Join us for stories, games, prizes, and more!
Movie Matinee
Fri, Jan 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Theater
Join us for a matinee! The Library shows classic films and documentaries for adults and families.
Kids and Seniors Learn Tech
Fri, Jan 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Classroom A
Join us for a cross-generational tech learning class! Teen tutors will work with seniors (and anyone else who wants to learn) on various technology topics as well as providing on-the-spot tech help.
Tai Chi
Mon, Jan 26, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Learn Chinese martial art defense and meditation!
Teen Movie Monday
Mon, Jan 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Theater
Join us for teen-friendly movies!
After-School Program
Mon, Jan 26, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Full Meeting Room
After-school program featuring science activities, crafts, and educational guidance. Registration and fee are required; please contact Erika Arbulu for more information.
Teen Video Editing
Mon, Jan 26, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Media Lab
Teens are invited to learn professional video and audio editing, along with other skills like basic animation and green-screen. This class is by registration only. Please contact library staff.
Pathways to Citizenship
Mon, Jan 26, 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for classes that prepare you for the history & civic knowledge interview and writing/reading test to become a United States Citizen!
Zumba Gold
Tue, Jan 27, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Adult Technology Class
Tue, Jan 27, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Classroom A
Learn the basics of technology for a variety of devices with a knowledgeable member of the Library staff!
Ready 2 Read Live
Tue, Jan 27, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
Toddler storytime, for ages 3-5!
After-School Program
Tue, Jan 27, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Full Meeting Room
After-school program featuring science activities, crafts, and educational guidance. Registration and fee are required; please contact Erika Arbulu for more information.
DIY Heating Pads
Tue, Jan 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
D2
Create your own customized heating pads (non-electric) in D2!
Pathways to Citizenship
Tue, Jan 27, 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for classes that prepare you for the history & civic knowledge interview and writing/reading test to become a United States Citizen!
Holocaust Remembrance Documentary Screening
Tue, Jan 27, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Open Event Space
Join us for a special documentary screening in honor of the victims and survivors of the Holocaust.
Zumba Gold
Wed, Jan 28, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Sights And Sounds
Wed, Jan 28, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
Teaching listening comprehension and foundations of reading through stories and songs.
Mahjong Club
Wed, Jan 28, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Classroom A
Whether you love mahjong or are just learning to play, come join us at the library for a fun weekly session with an instructor to guide you!
After-School Program
Wed, Jan 28, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Full Meeting Room
After-school program featuring science activities, crafts, and educational guidance. Registration and fee are required; please contact Erika Arbulu for more information.
The NMB Teen Winter Games
Wed, Jan 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
D2
Do you have what it takes? Compete with your fellow teens for prizes in Librarian Jo's Winter Games!
Teen Video Editing
Wed, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Media Lab
Teens are invited to learn professional video and audio editing, along with other skills like basic animation and green-screen. This class is by registration only. Please contact library staff.
Yoga
Wed, Jan 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for a calming, centering workout and relaxation for all body types.
English Circle
Wed, Jan 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
D2
Join us and practice conversational English in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere!
Art & Soul
Thu, Jan 29, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Full Meeting Room
All Skills levels are welcome. Materials will be provided or feel free to bring your own and a friend!
Senior Board Games
Thu, Jan 29, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Classroom A
Welcome to senior board games, where the first rule is to have fun! Play group board games, both cooperative and competitive, with friendly Library staff facilitating. For adult players.
After-School Program
Thu, Jan 29, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Full Meeting Room
After-school program featuring science activities, crafts, and educational guidance. Registration and fee are required; please contact Erika Arbulu for more information.
Teen Anime Book Club
Thu, Jan 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
D2
Love anime and manga? Join us as we read manga and watch anime every week on Thursday afternoons!
Family Storytime
Thu, Jan 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Room
Join us for a fun family storytime celebrating one of the most wonderful things in the world - books!
Zumba Gold
Fri, Jan 30, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Meditation Class
Fri, Jan 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference room
Join us for an hour of meditation, taught by Steve Pollack!
Movie Matinee
Fri, Jan 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Theater
Join us for a matinee! The Library shows classic films and documentaries for adults and families.
See all events