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Frohe Weihnachten

Unwrapping the Charms of German Christmas Traditions
2023-12-15 14:00:00 2023-12-15 15:00:00 America/New_York Frohe Weihnachten North Miami Beach Public Library - Open Event Space

Friday, December 15
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-12-15 14:00:00 2023-12-15 15:00:00 America/New_York Frohe Weihnachten Join German Historian and OLLI at FIU Director Anette Isaacs and journey through time and tradition, exploring how Germany's unique customs have shaped the magic of Christmas celebrations worldwide. North Miami Beach Public Library - Open Event Space

Join German Historian and OLLI at FIU Director Anette Isaacs and journey through time and tradition, exploring how Germany's unique customs have shaped the magic of Christmas celebrations worldwide.

Uncover the rich history and cultural significance behind cherished customs such as the Advent calendar, Christkindlmarkt, and St. Nicholas Day. Delve into the heartwarming tales of the Christkind and the festive decoration of the Tannenbaum, while also exploring the delectable delights of traditional holiday treats like Lebkuchen and Stollen. Join German Historian and OLLI at FIU Director Anette Isaacs and journey through time and tradition, exploring how Germany's unique customs have shaped the magic of Christmas celebrations worldwide.

AGE GROUP: | Senior Adults 50+ | 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.

Upcoming events

Tai Chi
Mon, May 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Open Event Space
Learn Chinese martial art defense and meditation!
Haitian Papier Mache Carnival Masks
Mon, May 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
D2
Unleash your creativity by making fun and elaborate traditional masks with Librarian Jo!
Teen Video Editing
Mon, May 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.
Pathways To Citizenship
Mon, May 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, May 13, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Ready 2 Read Live
Tue, May 13, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
Toddlers, 3 - 5 years old
Kintsugi Collage-Making
Tue, May 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
D2
Join Librarian Jo to learn about the ancient Japanese art of Kintsugi or gold repair, and to make some stunning art of your own!
Parenting Class
Tue, May 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Classroom A
Join childhood development specialists from the Cayuga Centers for a collaborative group teaching parenting strategies for literacy, development, and socialization for children under the age of seven.
Pathways To Citizenship
Tue, May 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, May 14, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Sights And Sounds
Wed, May 14, 11:00am - 11:45am
Children's Room
Teaching listening comprehension and foundations of reading through stories and songs.
Watercolor Batik Dying
Wed, May 14, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
D2
Get ready to get colorful! Learn about the art of batik with Librarian Jo and try your own hand at dye!
Teen Video Editing
Wed, May 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, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for a calming, centering workout and relaxation for all body types.
English Cafe
Wed, May 14, 6:15pm - 7:15pm
D2
Join us and practice conversational English in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere!
Art & Soul
Thu, May 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!
NMB Public Library Book Club
Thu, May 15, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Conference room
Join us as we read a new book each month and discuss as a group!
Teen Zines
Thu, May 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
D2
Express yourself through 'zines, custom magazines made by YOU with whatever you're passionate about!
Family Storytime
Thu, May 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Room
Join Librarian LeAnn for a special storytime for Haitian Heritage Month, featuring crafts, stories, and fun!
Zumba Gold
Fri, May 16, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Meditation Class
Fri, May 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join Us for An Hour of Meditation , Taught by Steve Pollack.
Movie Matinee
Fri, May 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Theater
Join us for a matinee! The Library shows classic films and documentaries for adults and families.
The Zen Den
Fri, May 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
D2
Relax, chill, vibe, or whatever else you choose with an hour of quiet contemplative time in your comfy teen space.
Rescheduled
Haitian Heritage Month Film & Music Event
Fri, May 16, 7:00pm - 9:30pm
New date Friday, May 09, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
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.
Tai Chi
Mon, May 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Open Event Space
Learn Chinese martial art defense and meditation!
Teen Video Editing
Mon, May 19, 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.
Teen Movie Monday
Mon, May 19, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
D2
Join us for movies every month!
Pathways To Citizenship
Mon, May 19, 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, May 20, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Ready 2 Read Live
Tue, May 20, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
Toddlers, 3 - 5 years old
Trivia Tuesday
Tue, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
D2
Think you know it all? Think again! Join the teens and Librarian Jo in D2 for trivia competitions each week!
Parenting Class
Tue, May 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Classroom A
Join childhood development specialists from the Cayuga Centers for a collaborative group teaching parenting strategies for literacy, development, and socialization for children under the age of seven.
Pathways To Citizenship
Tue, May 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, May 21, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Sights And Sounds
Wed, May 21, 11:00am - 11:45am
Children's Room
Teaching listening comprehension and foundations of reading through stories and songs.
Teen Video Editing
Wed, May 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, May 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for a calming, centering workout and relaxation for all body types.
English Cafe
Wed, May 21, 6:15pm - 7:15pm
D2
Join us and practice conversational English in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere!
Knitting Class
Thu, May 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Full Meeting Room
Join us for a class on knitting - basics all the way to advanced techniques! Materials and instruction will be provided.
Art & Soul
Thu, May 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!
Teen Anime Book Club
Thu, May 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
D2
Love anime and manga? Join us as we read manga and watch anime every week on Thursday afternoons!
Jewish American Heritage Storytime
Thu, May 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Room
Join us for a celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month with games, arts and crafts, reading, and snacks!
Zumba Gold
Fri, May 23, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Movie Matinee
Fri, May 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Theater
Join us for a matinee! The Library shows classic films and documentaries for adults and families.
Meditation Class
Fri, May 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join Us for An Hour of Meditation , Taught by Steve Pollack.
LIBRARY CLOSED
Mon, May 26, All day
The North Miami Beach Public Library will be closed on Monday, May 26th, in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. The Library will reopen at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, May 27th.
Zumba Gold
Tue, May 27, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Trivia Tuesday
Tue, May 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
D2
Think you know it all? Think again! Join the teens and Librarian Jo in D2 for trivia competitions each week!
Parenting Class
Tue, May 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Join childhood development specialists from the Cayuga Centers for a collaborative group teaching parenting strategies for literacy, development, and socialization for children under the age of seven.
Pathways To Citizenship
Tue, May 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!
Zumba Gold
Wed, May 28, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Sights And Sounds
Wed, May 28, 11:00am - 11:45am
Children's Room
Teaching listening comprehension and foundations of reading through stories and songs.
Teen Video Editing
Wed, May 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, May 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join us for a calming, centering workout and relaxation for all body types.
English Cafe
Wed, May 28, 6:15pm - 7:15pm
D2
Join us and practice conversational English in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere!
Art & Soul
Thu, May 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!
Teen Anime Book Club
Thu, May 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
D2
Love anime and manga? Join us as we read manga and watch anime every week on Thursday afternoons!
Kids Who Code
Thu, May 29, 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!
Zumba Gold
Fri, May 30, 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Event Space
Stretch, move, engage and have fun to the music.
Meditation Class
Fri, May 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Full Meeting Room
Join Us for An Hour of Meditation , Taught by Steve Pollack.
Movie Matinee
Fri, May 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Theater
Join us for a matinee! The Library shows classic films and documentaries for adults and families.
Summer Reading Kickoff
Sat, May 31, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Open Event Space
Join us as we kick off our Summer Reading program! Enjoy songs and performances, snacks, reading, and sign up to participate all summer long for a chance to win fabulous prizes! All ages are welcome.
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