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The Yi People and Their Heritage

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2025-12-06 12:00:00 2025-12-06 13:00:00 America/New_York The Yi People and Their Heritage North Miami Beach Public Library - Open Event Space

Saturday, December 06
12:00pm - 1:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-12-06 12:00:00 2025-12-06 13:00:00 America/New_York The Yi People and Their Heritage Join us for an informative lecture about the Yi people, an ancient Chinese ethnic group, and their contributions to the world both historical and modern! North Miami Beach Public Library - Open Event Space

Join us for an informative lecture about the Yi people, an ancient Chinese ethnic group, and their contributions to the world both historical and modern!

AGE GROUP: | Senior Adults 50+ | Ages 13-18 | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Community Program |

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North Miami Beach Public Library

Phone: 305-948-2970
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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.

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Art & Soul
Thu, Nov 20, 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!
NMB Library Book Club
Thu, Nov 20, 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, Nov 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.
Teen Anime Book Club
Thu, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
D2
Love anime and manga? Join us as we read manga and watch anime every week on Thursday afternoons!
Broken Wings
Thu, Nov 20, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Open Event Space
Join us for a discussion of prevention of sexual abuse for children and teens, including guest speakers and survivors sharing their stories as well as strategies for protecting your loved ones.
Gobble Up a Good Book
Thu, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for a fun and festive Thanksgiving celebration, featuring live storytime, crafts, and fun for all ages!
Zumba Gold
Fri, Nov 21, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Meditation Class
Fri, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference room
Join us for an hour of meditation taught by Steve Pollack!
Tales with Tails
Fri, Nov 21, 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!
Teen Trivia
Fri, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
D2
Do you have what it takes? Test your knowledge by competing against fellow teens!
Movie Matinee
Fri, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Theater
Join us for a matinee! The Library shows classic films and documentaries for adults and families.
LIBRARY CLOSED
Sat, Nov 22, All day
The Library will be closed on Saturday, November 22nd, for staff training and outreach. We will reopen on Monday, November 24th, at 10:00 a.m.
Miami Book Fair Field Trip
Sat, Nov 22, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Join us for a field trip to the Miami Book Fair, home of booksellers, librarians, activities, education, and more! Space is limited and registration is required; please call the Library to sign up.
Tai Chi
Mon, Nov 24, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Learn Chinese martial art defense and meditation!
Senior Board Games Tournament
Mon, Nov 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Classroom A
You've played with your friends all month - now put your skills to the test against them! Join us for a senior-friendly board game tournament, complete with prizes!
Teen Movie Monday
Mon, Nov 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
D2
Join us for teen-friendly movies!
Chutes & Ladders Tournament
Mon, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Room
Join us for an fun and friendly competition with everyone's favorite board game, Chutes & Ladders! Play, compete with friends, and win prizes!
Pathways to Citizenship
Mon, Nov 24, 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, Nov 25, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Adult Technology Class
Tue, Nov 25, 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, Nov 25, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
Toddlers, 3 - 5 years old
Teen Super Smash Bros. Tournament
Tue, Nov 25, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
D2
Grab your controller and get ready to face off against your fellow teens in a tournament-style Super Smash Bros. battle, complete with prizes!
Pathways to Citizenship
Tue, Nov 25, 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, Nov 26, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Community Crochet
Wed, Nov 26, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for a community crochet project - let's make something together! All skill levels from beginners to experts are welcome.
Sights and Sounds
Wed, Nov 26, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
Teaching listening comprehension and foundations of reading through stories and songs.
LIBRARY CLOSED
Thu, Nov 27, All day
The Library will be closed from Thursday, November 27th, through Saturday, November 29th, for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen on Monday, December 1st.
LIBRARY CLOSED
Fri, Nov 28, All day
The Library will be closed from Thursday, November 27th, through Saturday, November 29th, for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen on Monday, December 1st.
LIBRARY CLOSED
Sat, Nov 29, All day
The Library will be closed from Thursday, November 27th, through Saturday, November 29th, for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen on Monday, December 1st.
Tai Chi
Mon, Dec 01, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Learn Chinese martial art defense and meditation!
Zumba Gold
Tue, Dec 02, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Ready 2 Read Live
Tue, Dec 02, 11:05am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
Toddlers, 3 - 5 years old
Adult Technology Class
Tue, Dec 02, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Classroom A
Learn the basics of technology for a variety of devices with a knowledgeable member of the Library staff!
Zumba Gold
Wed, Dec 03, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Sights And Sounds
Wed, Dec 03, 11:05am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
Teaching listening comprehension and foundations of reading through stories and songs.
Dancing Umbrellas Art Exhibition
Wed, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Open Event Space
Join us for the ribbon-cutting of a brand-new community fiber crafts installation, Dancing Umbrellas, with artist-in-residence Alicia Vallejo!
English Circle
Wed, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
D2
Join us and practice conversational English in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere!
Yoga
Wed, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for a calming, centering workout and relaxation for all body types.
Art & Soul
Thu, Dec 04, 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, Dec 04, 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.
Tales with Tails
Thu, Dec 04, 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!
Family Storytime
Thu, Dec 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Room
Join us for an all-ages winter wonderland storytime with crafts!
Zumba Gold
Fri, Dec 05, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Meditation Class
Fri, Dec 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference room
Join us for an hour of guided meditation, led by Steve Pollack.
Movie Matinee
Fri, Dec 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Theater
Join us for a matinee! The Library shows classic films and documentaries for adults and families.
Science Camp
Sat, Dec 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for science projects and exciting educational fun the first Saturday of each month!
The Yi People and Their Heritage
Sat, Dec 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Open Event Space
Join us for an informative lecture about the Yi people, an ancient Chinese ethnic group, and their contributions to the world both historical and modern!
Tai Chi
Mon, Dec 08, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Learn Chinese martial art defense and meditation!
Zumba Gold
Tue, Dec 09, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Ready 2 Read Live
Tue, Dec 09, 11:05am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
Toddlers, 3 - 5 years old
Adult Technology Class
Tue, Dec 09, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Classroom A
Learn the basics of technology for a variety of devices with a knowledgeable member of the Library staff!
Zumba Gold
Wed, Dec 10, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Sights And Sounds
Wed, Dec 10, 11:05am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
Teaching listening comprehension and foundations of reading through stories and songs.
Yoga
Wed, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for a calming, centering workout and relaxation for all body types.
English Circle
Wed, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
D2
Join us and practice conversational English in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere!
Art & Soul
Thu, Dec 11, 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, Dec 11, 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.
Simple Holiday Cooking
Thu, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join local chef Lisbet Gorguis for a look at simple, fun cooking for the holidays!
Kids Who Code
Thu, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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
Zumba Gold
Fri, Dec 12, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Meditation Class
Fri, Dec 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference room
Join us for an hour of guided meditation, led by Steve Pollack.
Movie Matinee
Fri, Dec 12, 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, Dec 12, 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.
Letters to Santa
Fri, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Open Event Space
Join us for a holiday celebration with stories, crafts, snacks, and of course a celebrity visit from Santa Claus!
Tai Chi
Mon, Dec 15, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Learn Chinese martial art defense and meditation!
Zumba Gold
Tue, Dec 16, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Ready 2 Read Live
Tue, Dec 16, 11:05am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
Toddlers, 3 - 5 years old
Adult Technology Class
Tue, Dec 16, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Classroom A
Learn the basics of technology for a variety of devices with a knowledgeable member of the Library staff!
Zumba Gold
Wed, Dec 17, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Sights And Sounds
Wed, Dec 17, 11:05am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
Teaching listening comprehension and foundations of reading through stories and songs.
Yoga
Wed, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for a calming, centering workout and relaxation for all body types.
English Circle
Wed, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
D2
Join us and practice conversational English in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere!
Art & Soul
Thu, Dec 18, 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, Dec 18, 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, Dec 18, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Conference room
Join us as we read a new book each month and discuss as a group!
Tales with Tails
Thu, Dec 18, 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!
Zumba Gold
Fri, Dec 19, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Meditation Class
Fri, Dec 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference room
Join us for an hour of guided meditation, led by Steve Pollack.
Movie Matinee
Fri, Dec 19, 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, Dec 22, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Learn Chinese martial art defense and meditation!
Hanukkah Celebration
Mon, Dec 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for a fun holiday celebration featuring reading, crafts, and music!
Zumba Gold
Tue, Dec 23, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Ready 2 Read Live
Tue, Dec 23, 11:05am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
Toddlers, 3 - 5 years old
Adult Technology Class
Tue, Dec 23, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Classroom A
Learn the basics of technology for a variety of devices with a knowledgeable member of the Library staff!
Family Movie Matinee
Tue, Dec 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Theater
School's out, but the fun never stops at the library! Join us for a family-friendly movie matinee!
Zumba Gold
Wed, Dec 24, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
LIBRARY CLOSED
Thu, Dec 25, All day
The Library will be closed from Thursday, December 25th, through Saturday, December 27th, for the winter holidays. We will reopen on Monday, December 29th.
LIBRARY CLOSED
Fri, Dec 26, All day
The Library will be closed from Thursday, December 25th, through Saturday, December 27th, for the winter holidays. We will reopen on Monday, December 29th.
LIBRARY CLOSED
Sat, Dec 27, All day
The Library will be closed from Thursday, December 25th, through Saturday, December 27th, for the winter holidays. We will reopen on Monday, December 29th.
Tai Chi
Mon, Dec 29, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Learn Chinese martial art defense and meditation!
Kwanzaa Storytime
Mon, Dec 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Room
Join us for a special Kwanzaa storytime and craft celebrating history and heritage.
Zumba Gold
Tue, Dec 30, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Adult Technology Class
Tue, Dec 30, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Classroom A
Learn the basics of technology for a variety of devices with a knowledgeable member of the Library staff!
Loco for LEGOs!
Tue, Dec 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Do you have what it takes to beat the rest when it comes to building? Compete to build LEGO creations on theme and show them off to the community!
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.
Kids Who Code
Thu, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Full Meeting Room
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
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