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Summer Reading Kickoff

We the Readers!
2026-06-06 14:00:00 2026-06-06 17:00:00 America/New_York Summer Reading Kickoff North Miami Beach Public Library - Open Event Space

Saturday, June 06
2:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-06 14:00:00 2026-06-06 17:00:00 America/New_York Summer Reading Kickoff Join us as we kick off the 2026 Summer Reading program! Enjoy live performances, crafts, and photos as you sign up for the Summer Reading Program and get ready for a patriotic summer for all ages! North Miami Beach Public Library - Open Event Space

Join us as we kick off the 2026 Summer Reading program! Enjoy live performances, crafts, and photos as you sign up for the Summer Reading Program and get ready for a patriotic summer for all ages!

AGE GROUP: | Senior Adults 50+ | Ages 6-12 | Ages 2-5 | Ages 13-18 | Ages 0-2 | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Community Event |

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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

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Zumba Gold
Wed, May 20, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Sights and Sounds
Wed, May 20, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
Teaching listening comprehension and foundations of reading through stories and songs.
Mahjong Club
Wed, May 20, 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!
Chagall Suncatcher Craft
Wed, May 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
D2
Join Librarian Jo in the Discovery District for a fun suncatcher craft based on the artwork of Marc Chagall!
Teen Video Editing
Wed, May 20, 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.
Breathing & Nervous System Regulation
Thu, May 21, 9:00am - 10:00am
Full Meeting Room
This 4 week program gives you practical breathing techniques and gentle movement to release tension and feel more at ease. Learn simple tools to improve your quality of life!
Art & Soul
Thu, May 21, 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, May 21, 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, May 21, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Conference room
Join us as we read a new book each month and discuss as a group!
Teen Game Day
Thu, May 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
D2
Join us for games - video, board, trivia, and more - in the Discovery District!
Tween Crafternoon
Thu, May 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Room
Join children's librarian LeAnn for tween crafts after school in the Children's Room!
Family Storytime
Thu, May 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Room
Join us for a special storytime celebrating Jewish heritage!
Writing Workshop
Thu, May 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join local author Francesca Pierre for a workshop on writing - how to get started, how to get published, and how to go about making your stories a reality!
Zumba Gold
Fri, May 22, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Meditation Class
Fri, May 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Conference room
Join us for an hour of meditation with teacher Steve Pollack!
Movie Matinee
Fri, May 22, 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, May 25, All day
The Library will be closed on Monday, May 25th, for the Memorial Day holiday. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 26th, at 2:00 p.m.
Zumba Gold
Tue, May 26, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Teen Trivia Tuesdays
Tue, May 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
D2
Join us in the Discovery district for a fun (and competitive) afternoon of trivia games!
Pathways to Citizenship
Tue, May 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
Wed, May 27, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Sights and Sounds
Wed, May 27, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
Teaching listening comprehension and foundations of reading through stories and songs.
Mahjong Club
Wed, May 27, 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!
Teen Video Editing
Wed, May 27, 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.
Breathing & Nervous System Regulation
Thu, May 28, 9:00am - 10:00am
Full Meeting Room
This 4 week program gives you practical breathing techniques and gentle movement to release tension and feel more at ease. Learn simple tools to improve your quality of life!
Art & Soul
Thu, May 28, 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, May 28, 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.
Teen Game Day
Thu, May 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
D2
Join us for games - video, board, trivia, and more - in the Discovery District!
Kids and Seniors Learn Tech
Thu, May 28, 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.
LEGO Creativity Hour
Thu, May 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Room
Join us for a fun and relaxing open play session with LEGOs.
Author Talk: Francesca Pierre
Thu, May 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Open Event Space
Join local author Francesca Pierre for a book signing and author talk discussing her work!
Zumba Gold
Fri, May 29, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Meditation Class
Fri, May 29, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Conference room
Join us for an hour of meditation with teacher Steve Pollack!
Movie Matinee
Fri, May 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Theater
Join us for a matinee! The Library shows classic films and documentaries for adults and families.
Tap-Tap Tote Bags
Fri, May 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
D2
Join Librarian Jo for a personalized tote bag craft in honor of Haitian-American Heritage Month!
Summer Reading Kickoff
Sat, Jun 06, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Open Event Space
Join us as we kick off the 2026 Summer Reading program! Enjoy live performances, crafts, and photos as you sign up for the Summer Reading Program and get ready for a patriotic summer for all ages!
Beautify Your Neighborhood
Mon, Jun 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Want to make your neighborhood more beautiful? Love working and playing outdoors? Join us as our local urban forester, Maria, shares fun tips, tricks, and outdoor projects you can do at home!
Lil' Americans
Tue, Jun 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
Join us every Tuesday morning for Lil' Americans, where toddlers will get to try out a new craft or activity every week in celebration of this year's American theme!
Summer Crafternoons
Tue, Jun 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for a fun hands-on craft every Tuesday afternoon! Kids will create America-themed crafts under the direction of our Children's Librarian, LeAnn.
LEGO Challenge
Wed, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for the LEGO challenge! Each week, children are invited to build a LEGO creation based on a theme. Then we'll display them for the community to vote on - your project could be the next winner!
North Miami Beach Police Marine Unit Visit
Mon, Jun 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Learn all about our police department's marine operations, including a very special demo of the police boat itself!
Lil' Americans
Tue, Jun 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
Join us every Tuesday morning for Lil' Americans, where toddlers will get to try out a new craft or activity every week in celebration of this year's American theme!
Summer Crafternoons
Tue, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for a fun hands-on craft every Tuesday afternoon! Kids will create America-themed crafts under the direction of our Children's Librarian, LeAnn.
LEGO Challenge
Wed, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for the LEGO challenge! Each week, children are invited to build a LEGO creation based on a theme. Then we'll display them for the community to vote on - your project could be the next winner!
LIBRARY CLOSED
Fri, Jun 19, All day
The Library will be closed on Friday, June 19th, for the Juneteenth holiday. We will reopen on Monday, June 22nd, at 2:00 p.m.
Lil' Americans
Tue, Jun 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
Join us every Tuesday morning for Lil' Americans, where toddlers will get to try out a new craft or activity every week in celebration of this year's American theme!
Summer Crafternoons
Tue, Jun 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for a fun hands-on craft every Tuesday afternoon! Kids will create America-themed crafts under the direction of our Children's Librarian, LeAnn.
LEGO Challenge
Wed, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for the LEGO challenge! Each week, children are invited to build a LEGO creation based on a theme. Then we'll display them for the community to vote on - your project could be the next winner!
Origami Demonstration and Class
Mon, Jun 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join the professionals from the Morikami Museum & Gardens to learn about the ancient Japanese art of paper folding - origami! Create fun folded items and share them with your friends and family.
Lil' Americans
Tue, Jun 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
Join us every Tuesday morning for Lil' Americans, where toddlers will get to try out a new craft or activity every week in celebration of this year's American theme!
Summer Crafternoons
Tue, Jun 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for a fun hands-on craft every Tuesday afternoon! Kids will create America-themed crafts under the direction of our Children's Librarian, LeAnn.
LIBRARY CLOSED
Fri, Jul 03, All day
The Library will be closed on Friday, July 3rd, for the Independence Day holiday. We will reopen on Monday, July 6th, at 2:00 p.m.
Lil' Americans
Tue, Jul 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
Join us every Tuesday morning for Lil' Americans, where toddlers will get to try out a new craft or activity every week in celebration of this year's American theme!
Summer Crafternoons
Tue, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for a fun hands-on craft every Tuesday afternoon! Kids will create America-themed crafts under the direction of our Children's Librarian, LeAnn.
LEGO Challenge
Wed, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for the LEGO challenge! Each week, children are invited to build a LEGO creation based on a theme. Then we'll display them for the community to vote on - your project could be the next winner!
Lil' Americans
Tue, Jul 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
Join us every Tuesday morning for Lil' Americans, where toddlers will get to try out a new craft or activity every week in celebration of this year's American theme!
Summer Crafternoons
Tue, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for a fun hands-on craft every Tuesday afternoon! Kids will create America-themed crafts under the direction of our Children's Librarian, LeAnn.
LEGO Challenge
Wed, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for the LEGO challenge! Each week, children are invited to build a LEGO creation based on a theme. Then we'll display them for the community to vote on - your project could be the next winner!
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