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EVENTS
June
June 2015 Programs
Miramar Library
2050 Civic Center Place, Miramar, FL 33025, 954-357-8090
On Display: Art Display – The Art of Kim Prisu
Adult Programs………………………………………
Citizenship Test Preparation: Civics, Government and Interview Skills practice for the "100 Questions" and
the interview/test process . Wednesdays 12:30pm-2:00pm
English Café: A place where speakers of other languages can practice conversational English.
Mondays, 10:30am-12:00pm Tuesdays, 6:00pm-7:30pm; Wednesdays, 2:30pm-4:00pm; Thursdays, 2:30pm- 4:00pm
El Club: A class that provides an opportunity for intermediate Spanish learners to practice Spanish conversation.
Mondays, 6:00pm-7:00pm
Monday, June 1 - "Meditation for Peace and Illumination". Cleanse your aura in this one hour meditation session.
Registration is not necessary, but seating is first come, first served. 6:00pm-7:00pm
Wednesday, June 3- “Commit to be Fit” Cardio Workout: Have fun and work up a sweat with fitness guru, Rachel
Rodriquez. Try to keep up and feel great in this cardio workout!! 6:15pm-7:30pm
Saturday, June 6 – Adult Summer R.E.A.D.ing Kickoff Party! This year’s theme is “Escape the Ordinary”. Sign up for a
Summer of Reading, Fun Events and Prizes! Free book with sign up. First 30 patrons to sign up receive a goodie bag!
2:00pm-3:00pm
Saturday, June 6 - Escape into Outer Space!: Join Dr. James R. Webb, Professor of Physics at Florida International
University, as he presents “Cosmic Connection: Life as an Astronomer” Dr. Webb will discuss his journey through graduate
school, his experience helping to build the Southeastern Association for Research in Astronomy consortium, the design and
construction of the new Stocker AstroScience Center at FIU, and his new ground-breaking CD of astronomy music.
Throughout everything, there has always been a cosmic connection. 1:00pm-2:00pm
Saturday, June 6 and Saturday, June 20 - Try Your Hand at iPad! iOS 8 : In this course you will learn the basic tricks and
techniques for using your iPad including: physical layout of buttons and features, navigating screens and apps, connecting to
the Internet, overview of included apps, downloading apps from the Apple Store and the settings you need to know. Please
bring your own iPad fully charged. Seating is limited. No Pre-Registration. Pick up a Seat Reservation Ticket at the
Reference Desk prior to the start of class. 10:30am-12:30pm
Tuesday, June 9 – Solar/Lunar Viewing: Four hundred years ago, the telescope was invented and changed the way we look
at the world and the space we occupy. Join us as the South Florida Amateur Astronomers Association brings the universe
closer with their high powered telescopes. 6:00pm-8:00pm
Thursday, June 11 - Friends of the Miramar Library Book Club: Join others who share the joy of reading and discussing a
good book. This month's book: Midwives by Chris Bohjalian 1:30pm-3:00pm. Call library to order a copy of the book. 954357-8090 X8180
Saturday, June 13 and Saturday, June 27– “Digi Know?”- Digital Resources at Broward County Library!: Learn how to
access eBooks, Magazines, Music, On-line Classes, Language Instruction and more! 10:30am-11:30am
Broward County Board of County Commissioners
Mark D. Bogen • Beam Furr • Dale V.C. Holness • Martin David Kiar • Chip LaMarca • Stacy Ritter • Tim Ryan • Barbara Sharief • Lois Wexler
www.broward.org
Adult Programs……………………………………… (Continued)
Tuesday, June 17 – “Unlocking Social Security”, The Keys to Unlocking Social Security and Making Your Benefits Work for
You: This Workshop will provide basic answers to some of the most common questions associated with Social Security and
the benefits it provides. 6:30pm-7:30pm
Saturday, June 20 - Friends of the Miramar Library Membership Meeting: Meeting to discuss library events and advocacy.
Open to the Public. 11:00am-1:30pm
Saturday, June 20– “Escape into Design” and Create Your Own Bracelet! : Jewelry Designer Melody Tuli will be here to
teach you how to make jewelry. Make a bracelet that you can bring home and show off to your friends! Registration
required: 954-357-8090 11:00pm-1:00pm
Monday, June 22- Business Workshop: “So You Want to Start a Business?”- This workshop will cover topics such as What
it Takes to Start a Business, Advantages and Disadvantages of Being an Entrepreneur, The ART of Success, Keys To Selecting
the “Right” Business For You and More! 6:00pm-8:00pm
Thursday, June 25 - “Writer’s Club”: The Friends of the Miramar Library hosts this Creative Writing Club. Share ideas and
feedback with others, observe and get great critique of your writing. Have the opportunity to read aloud and share your
writing experiences. Come and join us as we write, read, listen and comment! 10:30am-12:00pm
Saturday, June 27– Easton Lee Presents Jamaican Stories and Songs! : Join us as we celebrate Caribbean Heritage Month
with a free presentation of Jamaican Folktales and Folksongs by renowned Jamaican folklorist Easton Lee. 1:00pm-3:00pm
Tuesday, June 29 - Yoga : This is a Hatha “All Levels” class with breathing, balance, strength and stretching exercises
followed by guided relaxation and meditation. Please bring water and a big towel if you do not have a yoga mat and bring
any exercise straps or blocks if you have them. Do not eat a heavy meal at least 2-3 hours before the class. 6:00pm-7:00pm
Children’s Programs…………………………………….Summer Reading Program!!
Saturday, June 6 – Summer R.E.A.D.ing Kickoff Party! This year’s theme is “Every Hero Has a Story”. Sign up for a Summer
of Reading, Fun Events and Prizes! Free Book with sign up. Cake and punch will be served. 1:00pm-2:00pm
Saturday, June 6 - Wags-n-Tales: Children can gain confidence in their reading skills by reading to a pet therapy dog.
Ages 5-10. 2:00pm. Registration required: 954-357-8095. Sponsored by the Humane Society of Broward County
Wednesday, June 10 and Wednesday, June 24- Movie Time!! : A family friendly movie will be shown for all ages.
2:00pm-4:00pm
Saturday, June 13 – Wayna – Music of the Andes! Wayna is the Quechua word for “Youth”. Wayna was born out of
necessity to keep alive the cultural heritage of its members. Growing up in the U.S., Wayna’s young members embrace their
ancestral heritage by playing and sharing the music of the Andes. This show highlights a wide range of traditional
instruments from the Andes including guitars, charangos, flutes and panpipes, and percussion instruments. All ages. No
registration required. 2:00pm-3:00pm
Wednesday, June 17 – BINGO for Kids! : Bingo for Kids is a fun program for children of ages 6-10 years old. All children must
recognize numbers in order to be able to play the game. Registration required: 954-357-8095 11:00am-11:45am
Thursday, June 25 – Young Adult Summer Book Club: “Uglies” by Scott Westerfeld. “Uglies is set in a future world where
everyone undergoes an operation on their 16th birthday that will make them “pretty” – but not everyone wants to be pretty!
Copies of “Uglies” will be available for checkout at the Youth Services desk starting June 8th. Ages 13-18 2:00pm-3:00pm
Saturday, June 27 – Neptunia the Sea Goddess: Stories of Sea Heroes by Magician/Storyteller Suzy Hammer!
This is a very fun interactive show with a participation- dress up play of “Jason and the Argonauts: The Quest for the Golden
Fleece”. Ages 3-10. No registration required. 11:00am-12:00pm
Tuesday, June 30 – “Out of My Hands”: A High Energy Innovative and Interactive Juggling Show Blended with Illusions!
“Out of My Hands” is built upon the concept that everyone can make a difference. Everyone can be a hero in the life of
another person! When we share our talent, skills and abilities, we are the game changers in our homes, schools and
community. Cutting-edge light and laser effects will amaze and delight all ages. No registration required. 3:30pm-4:30pm
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