Name: Caribbean Story Illustrations
Start: 2025-03-27T00:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-03-27T23:59:00-04:00
Location: Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

by Artist Karl "Jerry" Craig

2025-03-27 00:00:00 2025-03-27 23:59:00 America/New_York Caribbean Story Illustrations Welcome to Karl Jerry Craig’s vibrant world of Caribbean-inspired artistry! This collection are illustrations from his children's book Emanuel Goes on Holiday. Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch -

Thursday, March 27
All day

Add to Calendar 2025-03-27 00:00:00 2025-03-27 23:59:00 America/New_York Caribbean Story Illustrations Welcome to Karl Jerry Craig’s vibrant world of Caribbean-inspired artistry! This collection are illustrations from his children's book Emanuel Goes on Holiday. Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch -

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Welcome to Karl Jerry Craig’s vibrant world of Caribbean-inspired artistry! This collection are illustrations from his children's book Emanuel Goes on Holiday.

Drawing inspiration from the lush tropical landscapes, vibrant street scenes, and the rhythmic beats of reggae music, Karl’s works are a celebration of life, identity, and the kaleidoscope of emotions that define the Caribbean experience.

AGE GROUP: | Everyone |

EVENT TYPE: | Exhibit | Arts & Cultural |

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Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

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Upcoming Events

CK-Take & Make - a take home craft for ages 5 & up.

Fri, Apr 18, All day

South Regional/Broward College Library

Can't make it to Crafty Kids on Fridays? No problem! Stop by the Youth Services desk any time after the program for a kit to take home and make.

Reveal the Beauty - The Literature and Art of the Harlem Renaissance

Fri, Apr 18, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery C

Featuring Works from the Dorothy Porter Wesley Collection. On display from February - June 2025.

"Year Long Summers" - Photography by Bri Mason

Fri, Apr 18, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery D

Viewers are invited to experience South Florida's artistic landscape's warmth, energy, and depth, as seen through the lens of those who live and breathe its perpetual summer.

Grab-n-Go: Take and Make Craft

Fri, Apr 18, All day

Imperial Point Branch

This grab-n-go kit includes instructions and supplies to create your craft in the comfort of your home. Ask library staff for a craft kit.

Maranesi Retrospective - Sandy Maranesi Art Exhibit April 1-25

Fri, Apr 18, All day

Pompano Beach Library - Lobby Exhibit and Youth Services

See the work of Artist Sandy Maraanesi in the lobby and the Youth Services Exhibit walls.

Large Book Fair - Sponsored by the Friends of the Lauderdale Lakes Library

Fri, Apr 18, All day

Lauderdale Lakes Branch Library/Educational and Cultural Center

Please come check out a nice selection of non-fiction books for adults: culinary, technology, textbooks, spiritual, etc.

Rare Adventures (Exhibition) - An exhibit of late 19th & 20th century travel

Fri, Apr 18, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Now through May 19, 2025. Go back in time with this selection of materials from the Bienes Museum of the Modern Book and the Special Collections and Archives of AARLCC.

Teens Read: Book Review Display - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Fri, Apr 18, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center

Earn volunteer hours by reviewing books!

Take-N-Make Craft Kits

Fri, Apr 18, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Take a kit and make a craft at home – new theme each month!

2nd Floor Photo Op - April Theme 4/1-4/30: Spring on South Beach

Fri, Apr 18, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Take a selfie "on" Miami Beach!

PEEPS® Diorama Contest (Drop-Off) - Bring and display your creation for a chance to win prizes!

Fri, Apr 18, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Southwest Regional Library

Hey library peeps! Show off your creativity in the PEEPS® Diorama Contest at the Southwest Regional Library, starting April 1st through April 19th. See description for details and guidelines

The Storefront: AdrienneRose Gionta - Artist-in-Residency -- Broward County Main Library

Fri, Apr 18, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library - The Storefront

AdrienneRose Gionta joins Main Library's The Storefront residency for the months of March and April. Visit the art space and engage in a virtually domesticated reality created and curated by ARG.

Take-n-Make Craft Kits - Take a kit and make a craft at home - For Ages 5 and Up!

Fri, Apr 18, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Pompano Beach Library and Cultural Center

Take a kit and make a craft at home – new theme each month!

Cancelled

Beginning English Cafe - Basic Level - This class is for ADULTS only who know little or no English.

Fri, Apr 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Southwest Regional Library

Students will learn the English alphabet, pronunciation, vocabulary, and develop basic conversation skills.

Cancelled

Chair Yoga for Adults - Chair Yoga for Adults

Fri, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Hollywood Branch

Learn a new way to practice yoga

Welcome to Story Time! - For ages 2 to 5 - Enjoy stories, songs, and more!

Fri, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Pompano Beach Library and Cultural Center - Multipurpose Room

Story Time!

Registration is now closed

Baby Lapsit Storytime - For non-walking babies ages Birth to 18 months.

Fri, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Northwest Regional Library - 135

Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories specifically selected for the developmental needs of babies before they start walking. Space is limited to 60 participants on a first-come, first-served basis.

Registration is now closed

Music & Movement - 2nd Floor- Active Learning Center

Fri, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Main Library

Join us for dancing, singing, and story or two. For ages 18 months up to 5 years old.

Registration is now closed

Issues of Aging Support Group

Fri, Apr 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Imperial Point Branch

This small support group will focus on challenges of aging in a supportive environment, led by licensed social worker Tana Hacken. Online registration required.

Registration is now closed

Coloring, Crafts & Conversation - Library Living Room

Fri, Apr 18, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Come and enjoy different activities throughout the week in the comfort of your library! For adults 50+

Registration is now closed

Ageless Grace with Sharon Veingrad

Fri, Apr 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Davie/Cooper City Branch - Multipurpose Room

Chair exercises based on consciously choosing to change the brain through physical movements Fitness for brain and body.

Registration is now closed

Gentle Yoga for Beginners - Bring your mat and join us!

Fri, Apr 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Multipurpose Room

Enjoy the benefits of yoga through gentle movement and breathwork. No previous yoga experience is required.

Registration is now closed

Ageless Grace: Brain Exercises for Adults - Seated fun for the body and mind

Fri, Apr 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - 6E Multipurpose

This program is designed for adults of all ages and is performed while seated. Led by instructor Eleanor, Ageless Grace meet Fridays, 11am-12pm on Main Library's 1st floor.

Registration is now closed

Adult Coloring - A Relaxation Program

Fri, Apr 18, 11:00am - 12:30pm

West Regional Library - 237, Meeting Room

Listen to music while coloring and relaxing.

Registration is now closed

Intermediate Conversational French

Fri, Apr 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Galt Ocean Mile Reading Center - Multipurpose Room

Practice French conversational skills. Must have a basic understanding of French nouns, verbs, and grammar. Registration required. Seating limited.

Registration is now closed

Dungeons and Dragons

Fri, Apr 18, 12:15pm - 4:00pm

North Regional/BC Library - Room 226

If you have ever thought of playing a collaborative storytelling game where you could be any character you want to be then come and join the Broward College D&D Club.

Registration is now closed

Cancelled

Friends of the Hallandale Library Book Discussion - For Adults

Fri, Apr 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Hollywood Branch

Join the Friends of the Hallandale Library to discuss their monthly book pick.

Tai Chi- Instructor Mario Leon - Registration Required (50-person max)

Fri, Apr 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

West Regional Library - 103, Multipurpose Room

Gentle movement sequences designed to help improve your balance and coordination. Tai Chi can be easily adapted for any level of fitness.

Registration is now closed

Friends of the Hallandale Library Book Discussion - For Adults

Fri, Apr 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Hollywood Beach Bernice P. Oster Branch

Join the Friends of the Hallandale Library to discuss their monthly book pick.

Registration is now closed

Hooked on Stitches! - Crochet Club

Fri, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

West Regional Library - 230, Conference Room

Join us for a social time while working on your crochet projects. Bring your yarn, hooks and supplies to the Creation Station and enjoy a time with fellow crocheters.

Registration is now closed

Minecraft Mania: - Jack and the Beanstalk

Fri, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch - Computer Lab

Embark on an epic journey up a colossal beanstalk, inspired by the classic tale of Jack and the Beanstalk.

Registration is now closed

Writing Haiku for National Poetry Month - 1st. Floor Programming Room

Fri, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Main Library - Programming Room (1)

Haiku is an ancient form of Japanese poetry. Learn about it and practice writing examples.

Registration is now closed

Paint With an Artist: Ignite Your Creativity! - Discover artistic inspiration with artist Jane Bazinet

Fri, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch - Multipurpose Room

Discover watercolors with internationally-acclaimed artist Jane Bazinet! Join our 1.5 hr workshop.

Registration is now closed

Matinee by the Sea -- And the Winner is... - Film Series featuring Academy Award Winners

Fri, Apr 18, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Beach Branch - Meeting Room

Join us for a four-part series featuring Academy Award Winners, on the third Friday of the month, January - April 2025. Best picture, actor, actress, and director -- call Beach Branch for more info.

Afterschool - Teen hang-out in the Living Room

Fri, Apr 18, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Northwest Regional - Living Room

Videogames, entertainment, and space to chill or engage.

Registration is now closed

Teen Advisory Board - Community Service Hours

Fri, Apr 18, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Pompano Beach Library and Cultural Center - Conference Room

T.A.B. meeting

Registration is now closed

Teen Tech Helpers - Tech Help Offered to Adults Using BCL Apps

Fri, Apr 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Pompano Beach Library and Cultural Center - Multipurpose Room

Teen Tech Helpers

Registration is now closed

Teens Chasing Dreams

Fri, Apr 18, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Northwest Branch - Multipurpose Room

teen life skills program

Registration is now closed

Crafty Kids - crafting fun for ages 5-11.

Fri, Apr 18, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

What will your masterpiece look like?

Registration is now closed

Cancelled

Lego Club - For Ages 5 to 18, Grades K to 12

Fri, Apr 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hollywood Branch

Calling all young Lego fans, come join us for an hour of Lego fun! Join us for open building and free play. If you need an idea, we will have challenge cards available too. Must be age 5 to attend.

Easter Craft with Coral Springs Woman's Club - Ages 10 and up

Fri, Apr 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - 133

Come make an Easter craft! Crafts are provided by Coral Springs Woman's club.

Registration is now closed

Rescheduled

Beginners English Cafe - Ingles Para Principiantes - Angle Pou Debutan

Fri, Apr 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

New date Friday, April 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library

This class is for adults who know little or no English. Classes will focus on vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar.

iPhone Basics with Jeffrey! - Essential Tips for Beginners

Fri, Apr 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch - Multipurpose Room

Discover how to navigate your iPhone apps to simplify daily tasks. Bring your Smart phone device fully charged. Each week will present a different topic followed by Q & A.

Registration is now closed

Cancelled

Kids and Seniors Learn Tech - Presented by Tech 4 Now

Fri, Apr 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Imperial Point Branch

Be prepared for success in today's digital world! Learn essential skills in coding, computer navigation, internet safety and how to conduct research. Please bring your own laptop or tablet.

Beginners English Cafe - Ingles Para Principiantes - Angle Pou Debutan

Fri, Apr 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library - Multipurpose Room

This class is for adults who know little or no English. Classes will focus on vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar.

Registration is now closed

CK-Take & Make - a take home craft for ages 5 & up.

Sat, Apr 19, All day

South Regional/Broward College Library

Can't make it to Crafty Kids on Fridays? No problem! Stop by the Youth Services desk any time after the program for a kit to take home and make.

Reveal the Beauty - The Literature and Art of the Harlem Renaissance

Sat, Apr 19, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery C

Featuring Works from the Dorothy Porter Wesley Collection. On display from February - June 2025.

"Year Long Summers" - Photography by Bri Mason

Sat, Apr 19, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery D

Viewers are invited to experience South Florida's artistic landscape's warmth, energy, and depth, as seen through the lens of those who live and breathe its perpetual summer.

Maranesi Retrospective - Sandy Maranesi Art Exhibit April 1-25

Sat, Apr 19, All day

Pompano Beach Library - Lobby Exhibit and Youth Services

See the work of Artist Sandy Maraanesi in the lobby and the Youth Services Exhibit walls.

Large Book Fair - Sponsored by the Friends of the Lauderdale Lakes Library

Sat, Apr 19, All day

Lauderdale Lakes Branch Library/Educational and Cultural Center

Please come check out a nice selection of non-fiction books for adults: culinary, technology, textbooks, spiritual, etc.

BCL Earth Day Fun Day - Help Maintain Our Beautiful Beaches

Sat, Apr 19, 8:00am - 11:00am

Hollywood Beach Bernice P. Oster Branch

Join us for our third BCL Earth Day Fun Day which will include a beach clean up, conservation awareness and crafts.

Cancelled

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Class - By Hispanic Unity of Florida

Sat, Apr 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Hollywood Branch

We will help you: practice for the interview (speaking and comprehension); review the 100 civics questions (history and government); and practice your reading and writing

Rare Adventures (Exhibition) - An exhibit of late 19th & 20th century travel

Sat, Apr 19, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Now through May 19, 2025. Go back in time with this selection of materials from the Bienes Museum of the Modern Book and the Special Collections and Archives of AARLCC.

Teens Read: Book Review Display - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Sat, Apr 19, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center

Earn volunteer hours by reviewing books!

Take-N-Make Craft Kits

Sat, Apr 19, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Take a kit and make a craft at home – new theme each month!

2nd Floor Photo Op - April Theme 4/1-4/30: Spring on South Beach

Sat, Apr 19, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Take a selfie "on" Miami Beach!

PEEPS® Diorama Contest (Drop-Off) - Bring and display your creation for a chance to win prizes!

Sat, Apr 19, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Southwest Regional Library

Hey library peeps! Show off your creativity in the PEEPS® Diorama Contest at the Southwest Regional Library, starting April 1st through April 19th. See description for details and guidelines

The Storefront: AdrienneRose Gionta - Artist-in-Residency -- Broward County Main Library

Sat, Apr 19, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library - The Storefront

AdrienneRose Gionta joins Main Library's The Storefront residency for the months of March and April. Visit the art space and engage in a virtually domesticated reality created and curated by ARG.

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Class

Sat, Apr 19, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

This class will help you practice for the interview (speaking and comprehension); review the 100 civic questions (history/government); and practice reading and writing for the Citizenship Test.

Free Play Extravaganza. Ages 3-5 years old. - Registration required

Sat, Apr 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Carver Ranches Branch

Bring your children ages 3 to 5 years to participate in this passive and self-directed pop-up style program. Educational toys will be provided for families to play together in the youth area.

Learning Computer Security and Internet Safety

Sat, Apr 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Computer Lab

Learn how to safeguard your computer, keep your digital data secure, and protect your privacy online.

US Citizenship & Naturalization Class - By Hispanic Unity

Sat, Apr 19, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch - Meeting Room

Practice for the interview (speaking and comprehension); review the 100 civic questions (history and government); and practice your reading and writing. Registration required.

VITA Tax Assistance

Sat, Apr 19, 10:30am - 3:30pm

West Regional Library - 237, Meeting Room

Broward Tax Pro (a local volunteer income Tax Assistance program) offers free tax preparation assistance for individuals and families who meet eligibility requirements.

Read to a therapy dog at the library

Sat, Apr 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm

West Regional Library - 140, Program Room (Youth)

Kids ages 5-12 can practice their reading skills and gain confidence while reading to a pet-therapy dog.

This event is full

Galt Ocean Mile Art Club

Sat, Apr 19, 10:30am - 1:00pm

Galt Ocean Mile Reading Center - Multipurpose Room

Open art studio with local community members and artists. All skill levels are welcome to join the group. Unleash your inner artist!

Broward Tax Pro 2025 - Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)

Sat, Apr 19, 11:00am - 4:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Michael Bienes Seminar Room #2

Free tax preparation services in Broward County for qualifying taxpayers.

Toddler Free Play - fun for ages 12-36 months.

Sat, Apr 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

Give your little one a chance to make new friends while playing with toys appropriate for ages 12-36 months.

Mind & Soul Meditation: Advanced

Sat, Apr 19, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Room 214

Join this five-week series presented by Dr Hansa Dinanath, experienced Raja Yogi meditator, for a sharing of ideas, feelings, and visualization to enhance and develop your inner peace and strength.

Chess Club

Sat, Apr 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Pembroke Pines/Walter C. Young Resource Center - Storytime Room

Learn how to play, solve chess puzzles, or play casual games of chess.

This event is full

Green Screen: - Spring Photos

Sat, Apr 19, 11:00am - 3:00pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Creation Station

Come to South Regional/Broward College Library and create new, fun memories with our green screen and visual equipment. Create memorable Spring themed photos with or for your loved ones.

The Garden Club of Coral Springs

Sat, Apr 19, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Multipurpose Room

Join us to learn about South Florida gardening.

This event is full

Cancelled

Free Income Tax Filing Assistance - An IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program

Sat, Apr 19, 11:30am - 5:30pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library

This program is part of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program. Qualifying conditions such as income may apply.

Beginners English Cafe/US Citizenship Help

Sat, Apr 19, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Riverland Branch - Meeting Room

English Cafe classes will focus on vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar. US Citizenship Help follows English Cafe

Make Every Day Earth Day! - Celebrate the Earth with Broward County Library!

Sat, Apr 19, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Multipurpose Room

Join us to learn more about the City Tree program, the Florida Trail System and how you can incorporate sustainability every day with presentations by local organizations in Broward County.

Upcycled Treasures: - Paper Roll Bird Feeders

Sat, Apr 19, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Conference Room

One person’s trash is another person’s treasure. The craft for this session is: Paper Roll Bird Feeders

Wags & Tales

Sat, Apr 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Youth Service Story Room

This program improves reading skills and gives children a unique way to practice reading.

Music Recital - Studio by Sarah

Sat, Apr 19, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 154

Join us for an afternoon of student performances on on piano, violin, and viola.

Chess Club. Recommended for ages 6 to 12. - Registration is requested.

Sat, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Everglades Room

Come learn the game of chess or improve your strategy while playing against other kids!

Wags & Tales Reading Program - Registration required - Ages 5-11

Sat, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

Meet Zoe, the therapy dog. She loves to hear children read to her!

Let's Dance - LINE DANCE - Learn or Practice New Dances

Sat, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Auditorium

Learn the basics or practice different dance styles while exercising your mind, body, and spirit with dance instructor Danny Carter. All dance levels are welcome! Open to ages 18 years+.

This event is full

Spanish Cafe for Beginners - Learn and practice Spanish

Sat, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

Learn and practice Spanish - vocabulary, grammar, and conversation!

Games & Gaming - video & board games for ages 10-18.

Sat, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

Have fun challenging your fellow teens & tweens.

Earth Day with Lettie the Bug Lady - Meet & Greet unique insects!

Sat, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch - Multipurpose Room

Lettie the Bug Lady & Sean the Termite Guy return to Deerfield Beach Percy White Library in preparation for Earthday!

Games People Play - Mahjong, Cards, Chess Board games and more

Sat, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 226

Whether you are a Mahjong master, a card game enthusiast, a Chess strategist or a board game lover, join us! You can gather with friends, meet new people and indulge in your favorite game.

Bird's Eye View: - Painting the Natural World with Kim Heise

Sat, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Multipurpose Room

Join watercolor artist Kim Heise for a live demonstration as she brings a local bird to life on canvas.

Children's Painting Class with Christine Landis - Ages 8 and up

Sat, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Weston Branch - Multipurpose Room (Room 120)

Join us for a children's watercolor painting class.

This event is full

Beginner Spanish Cafe

Sat, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Riverland Branch - Multipurpose Room

Join us and learn the basics of Spanish with an emphasis on vocabulary, grammar, and conversation.

Chess Club - Casual practice or play for all ages

Sat, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 5:30pm

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch - Multipurpose Room

Come play and learn chess for all ages and abilities.

Wishing Crane Project

Sat, Apr 19, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

West Regional Library

The Wishing Crane Project offers creative activities, such as making origami cranes for hospice and hospital patients. For Ages 6 and up. Registration required for each participant.

Introduction to the Sphero Robot - Creation Station, 3rd Floor

Sat, Apr 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library

Interested in learning and having fun with beginners robotics and coding?

Earth Day Book Discussion: - The Backyard Bird Chronicles by Amy Tan

Sat, Apr 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Conference Room

Celebrate Earth Day with a book discussion on the 2024 hit book, The Backyard Bird Chronicles.

Cancelled

Kids: Come and Learn the Albanian Language & Culture! - For Kids

Sat, Apr 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hollywood Branch

This class is open for kids ages 5 - 18 to learn the language and culture of Albania.

Beginners English Cafe

Sat, Apr 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lauderhill Central Park Library

Classes will focus on vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar.

Large Book Fair - Sponsored by the Friends of the Lauderdale Lakes Library

Sun, Apr 20, All day

Lauderdale Lakes Branch Library/Educational and Cultural Center

Please come check out a nice selection of non-fiction books for adults: culinary, technology, textbooks, spiritual, etc.

Take-N-Make Craft Kits

Sun, Apr 20, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Take a kit and make a craft at home – new theme each month!

CK-Take & Make - a take home craft for ages 5 & up.

Mon, Apr 21, All day

South Regional/Broward College Library

Can't make it to Crafty Kids on Fridays? No problem! Stop by the Youth Services desk any time after the program for a kit to take home and make.

Reveal the Beauty - The Literature and Art of the Harlem Renaissance

Mon, Apr 21, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery C

Featuring Works from the Dorothy Porter Wesley Collection. On display from February - June 2025.

"Year Long Summers" - Photography by Bri Mason

Mon, Apr 21, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery D

Viewers are invited to experience South Florida's artistic landscape's warmth, energy, and depth, as seen through the lens of those who live and breathe its perpetual summer.

Maranesi Retrospective - Sandy Maranesi Art Exhibit April 1-25

Mon, Apr 21, All day

Pompano Beach Library - Lobby Exhibit and Youth Services

See the work of Artist Sandy Maraanesi in the lobby and the Youth Services Exhibit walls.

Large Book Fair - Sponsored by the Friends of the Lauderdale Lakes Library

Mon, Apr 21, All day

Lauderdale Lakes Branch Library/Educational and Cultural Center

Please come check out a nice selection of non-fiction books for adults: culinary, technology, textbooks, spiritual, etc.

Toddler Storytime

Mon, Apr 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch

Dances, stories and bubbles followed by a craft and free play. Ages 1-2.

Preschool Storytime - 11 AM - 12 PM

Mon, Apr 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch

Dances, stories and bubbles followed by a craft and free play. Ages 3-4. (60 min)

Teens Read: Book Review Display - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Mon, Apr 21, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center

Earn volunteer hours by reviewing books!

Take-N-Make Craft Kits

Mon, Apr 21, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Take a kit and make a craft at home – new theme each month!

2nd Floor Photo Op - April Theme 4/1-4/30: Spring on South Beach

Mon, Apr 21, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Take a selfie "on" Miami Beach!

The Storefront: AdrienneRose Gionta - Artist-in-Residency -- Broward County Main Library

Mon, Apr 21, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library - The Storefront

AdrienneRose Gionta joins Main Library's The Storefront residency for the months of March and April. Visit the art space and engage in a virtually domesticated reality created and curated by ARG.

English Cafe - Intermediate Conversation - Practice conversational English.

Mon, Apr 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

A place where speakers of other languages can practice intermediate level reading and conversational English. Instruction from volunteers of the Southwest Regional Library.

Writer's Club - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Mon, Apr 21, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center - Conference Room

Please join us to read, listen and discuss the written word! Adults only.

Little BIG Readers Preschool Storytime. Ages 3-5 years old. - Registration is required. All guests must register.

Mon, Apr 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Southwest Regional Library - Sunshine Room

ABCs, 123s, and so much more! Join us for sing-a-longs and super fun activities that help little minds grow into big readers! This storytime is tailored to children ages 3 to 5.

This event is full

Cancelled

Hora de cuentos bilingüe/Bilingual Storytime - Para las familias/for families

Mon, Apr 21, 10:30am - 11:15am

Hollywood Branch

Join us for a fun, family time of bilingual songs and stories. ¡Disfruten en familia con divertidos cuentos y canciones bilingües!

English Cafe Advanced (Online) - Class size limited.

Mon, Apr 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Online - Broward County Library

Instruction from volunteers of Miramar Branch Library and moderated by Library Staff. Register

Preschool Storytime: Ages 3-5

Mon, Apr 21, 10:30am - 11:15am

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Please join us for a story, practicing early literacy skills, an activity, and playtime!

Cancelled

English Cafe Intermediate - Improve your English skills

Mon, Apr 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Weston Branch

Come practice your English in a group setting.

Preschool Storytime

Mon, Apr 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Imperial Point Branch - Multipurpose Room

Come and join us for stories. songs and playtime with lots of laughter. Children ages 3-5 years old with parents and caregivers.

Broward Tax Pro 2025 - Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)

Mon, Apr 21, 11:00am - 7:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Michael Bienes Seminar Room #2

Free tax preparation services in Broward County for qualifying taxpayers.

Little BIG Readers Preschool Storytime. Ages 3-5 years old. - Registration is required. All guests must register.

Mon, Apr 21, 11:15am - 11:45am

Southwest Regional Library - Sunshine Room

ABCs, 123s, and so much more! Join us for sing-a-longs and super fun activities that help little minds grow into big readers! This storytime is tailored to children ages 3 to 5.

This event is full

Ageless Grace - Timeless Fitness and Fun for the Body and Mind

Mon, Apr 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Auditorium

Based on consciously choosing to change the brain through physical movements while seated, join Eleanor Robinson in playful exercises, similar to childhood activities. For all ages!

This event is full

Chair Yoga with Instructor Manette - Seated yoga for the body and mind

Mon, Apr 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Main Library - 6E Multipurpose

Chair Yoga has a new schedule for 2025: Mondays, 12-1pm. Sit, stretch, and breathe with Manette during an effective seated yoga exercise class.

Ageless Grace - Registration Required (60-person max)

Mon, Apr 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

West Regional Library - 103, Multipurpose Room

Chair exercises based on consciously choosing to change the brain through physical movements Fitness for brain and body.

This event is full

Rare Adventures (Exhibition) - An exhibit of late 19th & 20th century travel

Mon, Apr 21, 12:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library

Now through May 19, 2025. Go back in time with this selection of materials from the Bienes Museum of the Modern Book and the Special Collections and Archives of AARLCC.

Rescheduled

Chair Yoga -Instructor Leigh Ann Russo - No Registration- First Come First Served (50-person max)

Mon, Apr 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

New date Monday, April 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Weston Branch

Please join us, as Leigh Ann Russo, Registered Yoga Teacher and Certified Holistic Health Coach presents Chair Yoga. These classes benefit people of all ages.

Rescheduled

Spanish Cafe - Intermediate

Mon, Apr 21, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

New date Monday, April 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Weston Branch

Spanish vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills at the intermediate level.

Cancelled

Free Income Tax Filing Assistance - An IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program

Mon, Apr 21, 1:00pm - 7:30pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library

This program is part of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program. Qualifying conditions such as income may apply.

VITA Tax Assistance

Mon, Apr 21, 1:00pm - 7:00pm

VITA Tax Assistance - 237, Meeting Room

Broward Tax Pro (a local volunteer income Tax Assistance program) offers free tax preparation assistance for individuals and families who meet eligibility requirements.

Cancelled

Bad Art Club - Adults, New Adults

Mon, Apr 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Hollywood Branch

No exception of greatness just an exception of making fun art.

Cancelled

English Cafe

Mon, Apr 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Pembroke Pines/Walter C. Young Resource Center

Practice & improve your conversational English.

Tai Chi 4 for Arthritis Weekly Mondays & Wednesdays - March 17 - May 7. Minimum age 60 years old.

Mon, Apr 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Pompano Beach Library and Cultural Center - Multipurpose Room

The Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi Program is a one hour workshop offered twice a week for eight weeks. Sponsored by the Aging and Disability Resource Center / Area Agency on Aging - Broward County.

Mother's Day upcycled flower pin. two sessions. - Upcycling art class

Mon, Apr 21, 1:00pm - 3:30pm

West Regional Library - 230, Conference Room

Registration is required for the two sessions. Create an upcycled paper flower for mom with your own two hands, your choice of an Iris or a rose.

Strength and Balance - Registration Required (60-person max)

Mon, Apr 21, 1:15pm - 2:00pm

West Regional Library - 103, Multipurpose Room

Strength and Balance is a total body workout which focuses on strengthening the arms, legs, and core through movement to improve muscle tone and mobility. Proper footwear is required.

This event is full

Joan's Awesome Book Club

Mon, Apr 21, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch - Multipurpose Room

The title selected for April is "The Story of Arthur Truluv" by Elizabeth Berg.

Socrates Cafe

Mon, Apr 21, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

A Socrates Cafe is an open discussion for participants to delve into philosophical questions. Register

Teen Time

Mon, Apr 21, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Teen Space

Hang out in the Teen Lounge after school. Watch a movie, play board games, and relax after class! For Middle and High Schoolers.

Craft and Chat

Mon, Apr 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 226

Bring your project and materials; we’ll provide workspace, snacks, and conversation.

Ener Chi - Sponsored by the Friends of the Stirling Road Branch Library

Mon, Apr 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Join us for this biweekly exercise class! Ener Chi is form of low-impact movements to help promote balance and well-being.

Afterschool Homework Help

Mon, Apr 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library - Youth Area

Free Homework Help is offered after school from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the Youth Services area. One on One and Group Activities are available.

Cancelled

Podcasting for Beginners with Frank

Mon, Apr 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Imperial Point Branch

Learn basic podcasting skills from Frank Georgee. The classes will review how to start a new podcast, how to use social media to market a podcast, and the differences between music and talk podcasts.

Afterschool - Teen hang-out in the Living Room

Mon, Apr 21, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Northwest Regional - Living Room

Videogames, entertainment, and space to chill or engage.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 9:00am

El día de los niños/El día de los libros - A special story time event!

Mon, Apr 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library - Multipurpose Room

Commonly known as Día, is a celebration every day of children, families, and reading that culminates yearly on April 30.

Homework Help - For children in grades K - 12

Mon, Apr 21, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library - Youth Services Area

The homework help program provides assistance with homework questions. Walk-ins welcome!

Homework Help - For children aged 5 - 12

Mon, Apr 21, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch - Multipurpose Room

The homework help program provides assistance with homework questions. Walk-ins welcome!

Mainstreaming Education College & Career Advancement - MECCA Tutoring Program by Broward County Public Schools

Mon, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Café

Free academic assistance for all Broward County Public and Charter School students. Registration required.Register

Spanish Cafe - Intermediate

Mon, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Weston Branch

Spanish vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills at the intermediate level.

Chair Yoga -Instructor Leigh Ann Russo - No Registration- First Come First Served (50-person max)

Mon, Apr 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Weston Branch

Please join us, as Leigh Ann Russo, Registered Yoga Teacher and Certified Holistic Health Coach presents Chair Yoga. These classes benefit people of all ages.

Silent Sketching Hour

Mon, Apr 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Bring your sketchbook and sketch in peace at the library's craft room!

English Cafe Beginner - Practice English

Mon, Apr 21, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 226

Free classes that consist of conversation, vocabulary, games and pronunciation. Registration is required & class size is limited.

Teen Gaming at the Studio - Teen Studio

Mon, Apr 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Main Library

Hang out in the Teen Studio after school. Watch a movie, play video or board games, and relax after class.

SAT/ACT Workshops - Ready for College: College Readiness Workshops

Mon, Apr 21, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Programming Room (1)

Prepare for the SAT/ACT with this intensive, 5-session workshop. This program is for high school students, grades 10-12.

Registration is now closed

English Cafe - Intermediate Conversational English (Online) - on Zoom

Mon, Apr 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Online - Broward County Library

This online class brings together speakers of other languages to practice conversational, intermediate-level English and reading. Register

Computer Basics for Older Adults Course - Facilitated by AARP OATS Program

Mon, Apr 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Lauderhill Central Park Library

In this 10-week, PC-based course, you’ll learn the basics of how to operate a computer and navigate the internet in ways that can enrich your life.

This event is full

Literacy Basics for the U.S. Citizenship Test - Instruction by a Southwest Regional Library Volunteer.

Mon, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

Learn the English alphabet and the words and sentences for the United States Citizenship Test.

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Class (In-Person) - By Hispanic Unity of Florida

Mon, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

West Regional Library - 230, Conference Room

We will help you practice for the interview (speaking and comprehension); review the 100 civic questions (history and government); and practice your reading and writing.

Twilight Tales - a story time for the whole family.

Mon, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

Join us for stories, songs, and crafting fun for the whole family.

Chess For Kids and Teens. - Registration required

Mon, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Carver Ranches Branch - Multipurpose Room

Learn how to play and practice. This Program is for all Level chess players. Now the first and third Monday of each month. Recommended for ages 6-18.

Introduction to Computers for Beginners

Mon, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library - Computer Lab

Come learn about the basic operations of a desktop computer. This class is limited to 15 participants. Walk-ins are welcome!

Crochet for a Cause - Friends of the Lauderhill Towne Centre Library

Mon, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library - Multipurpose Room

Crochet for a good cause with the Friends of Lauderhill Towne Centre Library. Both beginners and experts are welcome! All supplies provided but participants can also bring in their own supplies.

English Cafe

Mon, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

The Alvin Sherman Library is set to enrich the community with its English Café program, designed to help adults practice English in a relaxed, conversational setting.Register

English Cafe for All Levels

Mon, Apr 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library

Participants will be able to both learn and practice their English language skills.

Pajama Story Time

Mon, Apr 21, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Enjoy a casual story time & songs with the family!Register

Beginners English Cafe

Mon, Apr 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch

Classes will focus on vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar.

CK-Take & Make - a take home craft for ages 5 & up.

Tue, Apr 22, All day

South Regional/Broward College Library

Can't make it to Crafty Kids on Fridays? No problem! Stop by the Youth Services desk any time after the program for a kit to take home and make.

Reveal the Beauty - The Literature and Art of the Harlem Renaissance

Tue, Apr 22, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery C

Featuring Works from the Dorothy Porter Wesley Collection. On display from February - June 2025.

"Year Long Summers" - Photography by Bri Mason

Tue, Apr 22, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery D

Viewers are invited to experience South Florida's artistic landscape's warmth, energy, and depth, as seen through the lens of those who live and breathe its perpetual summer.

Maranesi Retrospective - Sandy Maranesi Art Exhibit April 1-25

Tue, Apr 22, All day

Pompano Beach Library - Lobby Exhibit and Youth Services

See the work of Artist Sandy Maraanesi in the lobby and the Youth Services Exhibit walls.

Large Book Fair - Sponsored by the Friends of the Lauderdale Lakes Library

Tue, Apr 22, All day

Lauderdale Lakes Branch Library/Educational and Cultural Center

Please come check out a nice selection of non-fiction books for adults: culinary, technology, textbooks, spiritual, etc.

Cancelled

AM Yoga Stretch (Online)

Tue, Apr 22, 8:30am - 9:00am

Online - Broward County Library

This is an online beginner class with focus on flexibility and strength.

Broward County Property Appraiser Outreach - Learn about & sign up for property tax exemptions.

Tue, Apr 22, 10:00am - 11:30am

Galt Ocean Mile Reading Center - Multipurpose Room

Apply for the Homestead Exemption and learn about additional exemptions with the Broward County Property Appraiser. 4th Tuesday of the Month 10:00AM—11:30AM

Rare Adventures (Exhibition) - An exhibit of late 19th & 20th century travel

Tue, Apr 22, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Now through May 19, 2025. Go back in time with this selection of materials from the Bienes Museum of the Modern Book and the Special Collections and Archives of AARLCC.

Teens Read: Book Review Display - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Tue, Apr 22, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center

Earn volunteer hours by reviewing books!

Take-N-Make Craft Kits

Tue, Apr 22, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Take a kit and make a craft at home – new theme each month!

2nd Floor Photo Op - April Theme 4/1-4/30: Spring on South Beach

Tue, Apr 22, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Take a selfie "on" Miami Beach!

Take and Make at Main Library - 2nd Floor

Tue, Apr 22, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Main Library

Hop into spring with a fun craft. Supplies are limited.

The Storefront: AdrienneRose Gionta - Artist-in-Residency -- Broward County Main Library

Tue, Apr 22, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library - The Storefront

AdrienneRose Gionta joins Main Library's The Storefront residency for the months of March and April. Visit the art space and engage in a virtually domesticated reality created and curated by ARG.

Pre-school Storytime - Bunny Puppets and Easter Eggs hunt.

Tue, Apr 22, 10:15am - 11:15am

Margate Branch Library - Auditorium

Join us for stories, songs and crafts. Children ages 3-5 years old, accompanied by their parents or care fivers are welcomed to attend.

English Cafe - Intermediate Grammar - Focuses on vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar.

Tue, Apr 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

Classes taught by a Southwest Regional Library Volunteer.

Inside Out Storytime: Exploring Emotions

Tue, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:15am

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Youth Service Story Room

Join us for "Inside Out Storytime: Exploring Emotions." This storytime is perfect for little ones and families to discover the magic of emotions together.Register

Cancelled

Read, Baby, Read - Storytime for Early Learners!

Tue, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hollywood Branch

Babies- ages 0-36 months will experience fun books, engaging songs, and the company of other little ones in this interactive program.

Toddler Storytime. Ages 0-3. - Registration required.

Tue, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Carver Ranches Branch - Multipurpose Room

Stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 0 to 3 years old with parent and caregiver.

Toddler Storytime - Children ages 1 to 3 years old with an adult.

Tue, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Northwest Regional Library - 135

Stories and songs for toddlers and their families to practice literacy skills. Limited to first 60 participants. Registration Required.

This event is full

Rhythms & Rhymes Storytime! - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Tue, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center - Multipurpose Room

Storytime: Stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 2-5.

Toddler Time

Tue, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

West Regional Library - 140, Program Room (Youth)

Stories, songs, and rhymes, ages 18-35 months. Registration is required for each child.

This event is full

Excel Essential Training (3 Part Series) - Part 1: 4/15, Part 2: 4/22, Part 3: 4/29

Tue, Apr 22, 10:30am - 12:30pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Computer Training Center

Learn the basics of Microsoft Excel.

Rescheduled

Is that AI? - Presented by Senior Planet (Miami) from AARP

Tue, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

New date Thursday, May 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch

Learn how to identify AI-generated images and videos! This session covers reverse image search and tips to detect AI content, making you a tech-savvy internet user.

Artificial Intelligence in Online Searching

Tue, Apr 22, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Tamarac Branch - Computer Center

This is a recorded video course with live Q&A and discussion. Registration suggested.

Baby & Me Storytime - For Non-Walking Babies as Young as 6 weeks Old

Tue, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Pembroke Pines/Walter C. Young Resource Center - Storytime Room

Please join us for a fun and relaxing story time designed for babies and their caregivers.

Construction Zone - Educational program for ages 3 to 5

Tue, Apr 22, 11:00am - 11:30am

Northwest Regional - 133

Children aged 3 to 5 will collaborate to engage in crafting puzzles, games, and various enjoyable activities.

Earth Day DIY Bird Houses

Tue, Apr 22, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Hollywood Beach Bernice P. Oster Branch - Multipurpose Room

Have fun creating a bird house to celebrate Earth Day 2025. Materials will be provided.

PreSchool Storytime

Tue, Apr 22, 11:00am - 11:45am

Riverland Branch - Multipurpose Room

Stories, songs, learning activities and craft. Recommended for ages 1 - 5

Toddler Time

Tue, Apr 22, 11:15am - 11:45am

West Regional Library

Stories, songs, and rhymes, ages 18-35 months. Registration is required for each child.

This event is full

Take-N-Make Craft Kits - Celebrating Earth Day!

Tue, Apr 22, 12:00pm - 8:00pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library - Information Desk

Take a kit and make a craft at home to celebrate Earth Day.

Chair Yoga - Instructor Leigh Ann Russo

Tue, Apr 22, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

West Regional Library

Leigh Ann Russo, Registered Yoga Teacher and Certified Holistic Health Coach presents Chair Yoga. These classes benefit people of all ages. Registration opens two weeks prior to event.

This event is full

Intermediate English Cafe - Practice conversational English.

Tue, Apr 22, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

West Regional Library - 230, Conference Room

Practice intermediate level reading and English conversation. Instruction from experienced volunteer teachers from the West Regional Library.

Hot Topics - Library Living Room

Tue, Apr 22, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Northwest Regional Library

Come and enjoy different activities throughout the week in the comfort of your library! For adults 50+

Open Classroom – The Tradwife's Journey: - Portmanteaus and Ideology

Tue, Apr 22, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

What do blended words like "tradwife" (traditional+ wife) tell us about the intersection of language and ideology?Register

VITA Tax Assistance

Tue, Apr 22, 1:00pm - 7:00pm

VITA Tax Assistance - 237, Meeting Room

Broward Tax Pro (a local volunteer income Tax Assistance program) offers free tax preparation assistance for individuals and families who meet eligibility requirements.

Computer Camp: Google Forms (Online)

Tue, Apr 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Online - Broward County Library

Learn how to use Google Forms to create and share interactive questionnaires, surveys, and quizzes.Register

Book Discussion: "Black Cake" by Charmaine Wilkerson - Sponsored by the Friends of the Stirling Road Branch Library

Tue, Apr 22, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Join us for our monthly book discussion with Lynda Levin! This month, we'll be discussing "Black Cake" by Charmaine Wilkerson. The book must be read prior to the discussion.

Teen Time

Tue, Apr 22, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Teen Space

Hang out in the Teen Lounge after school. Watch a movie, play board games, and relax after class! For Middle and High Schoolers.

Cancelled

Conversational Spanish for Beginners - For Adults

Tue, Apr 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Hollywood Branch

This conversational Spanish class will help you with your pronunciation and to build your vocabulary.

Afterschool Homework Help

Tue, Apr 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library - Youth Area

Free Homework Help is offered after school from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the Youth Services area. One on One and Group Activities are available.

Get the Scoop on Medicare - Presented by Mediclarity

Tue, Apr 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Imperial Point Branch - Multipurpose Room

Healthcare is a critical topic. Most are totally confused about the options they have as they approach Medicare age.

Documentary and Discussion: Earth Days

Tue, Apr 22, 2:15pm - 4:30pm

Main Library - Programming Room (1)

Discover how Earth Day started - the origin story.

Caregiver Support Meeting

Tue, Apr 22, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

West Regional Library - 230, Conference Room

Connect with fellow caregivers, discuss self-care and discover local resources.

Afterschool - Teen hang-out in the Living Room

Tue, Apr 22, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Videogames, entertainment, and space to chill or engage.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 9:00am

Cancelled

Broward Tax Pro - Tax Preparation Services

Tue, Apr 22, 3:00pm - 7:00pm

Northwest Regional Library

Free tax preparation services. First come, first served.

Story Time Fun - stories and fun for kids ages 3-6.

Tue, Apr 22, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

Join us for stories, songs, and fun.

Earth Day Trivia - For teens

Tue, Apr 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - 104

Awareness is the key to bringing about change. Test your awareness with this Earth day trivia!

Homework Help - For children ages 5-12

Tue, Apr 22, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch - Multipurpose Room

The homework help program provides assistance with homework questions. Walk-ins welcome!

Cancelled

Wags & Tales - For ages 5-18

Tue, Apr 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Hollywood Branch

Read to a therapy dog at the library!

Wags & Tales - For ages 5-12

Tue, Apr 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Storytime Room

Read to a therapy dog at the library!

MFL Presents: The Art of Speech for Youth - Hosted By Master Speaker Shawn Walker

Tue, Apr 22, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch - Multipurpose Room

Build Confidence for delivering speeches and presentations, while developing strong eye contact, poise and articulation. Sponsored by Friends of Broward County Library.

Mainstreaming Education College & Career Advancement - MECCA Tutoring Program by Broward County Public Schools

Tue, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Café

Free academic assistance for all Broward County Public and Charter School students. Registration required.Register

Medicare Basics - presented by Area Agency on Aging of Broward County

Tue, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Ellyn F. Walters Conference Room

Medicare Basics - Designed to provide an overview of Medicare options and how SHINE can help.

After School Fun for grades K-2 - Come for a story and a craft

Tue, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

Please register for the event.

Game Night - Play PS5, Nintendo Switch, and Board Games

Tue, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Come enjoy Game Nights at the Sunrise Dan Pearl Library. Whether it's a two-player match or 5, our library has you covered!

Kids' Art Studio

Tue, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Drop in and use your creativity to make a new piece of art!Register

Stories and Slime

Tue, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch

We read three picture books and then make a simple slime using glue, baking soda and contact lens solution. Ages 4 and up.

Grants, Scholarships, and Loans: Real Financial Aid Options - (Online) Ready for College: College Readiness Workshops

Tue, Apr 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Online - Broward County Library

Explore the different types of financial aid available and learn how to maximize funding for your education.Register

Chess Club

Tue, Apr 22, 4:30pm - 7:30pm

Imperial Point Branch

A chance for casual practice or play for ages 5 to adult.

Tai Chi Focus at Main Library - with Instructor Fan Yang

Tue, Apr 22, 4:45pm - 6:00pm

Main Library - 6E Multipurpose

Practice Yang-style Tai Chi with expert instructor Fan Yang on Tuesdays!

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Class

Tue, Apr 22, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Room 214

We will help you: Practice for the interview (speaking and comprehension); review the 100 civic questions (history and government); and practice your reading and writing.

English Cafe for All Levels

Tue, Apr 22, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Room 222

This is a free class where speakers of other languages can practice reading and conversational English. This is an all-level class for different levels of proficiency.

English Cafe - Beginner - Class is full.

Tue, Apr 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Pompano Beach Library and Cultural Center - Conference Room

Instruction from volunteers of Pompano Beach Branch and moderated by library staff.

Study Session Hosted by Teen Advisory Board

Tue, Apr 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Join TAB for a self-led Study Session for the upcoming SAT/ACTs.Register

Family Movie Night and Craft - - 2nd Floor - Active Learning Center

Tue, Apr 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Main Library

Celebrate Earth Day with a movie and a recyclable craft! Families are invited to come watch The Lorax (2012) and make a themed craft.

Decreasing Debt

Tue, Apr 22, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Multipurpose Room

Join us to learn strategies and techniques to effectively reduce your existing debt.

Cancelled

English Cafe - Beginner - Practice English

Tue, Apr 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hollywood Branch

Free classes that consist of conversation, vocabulary, games and pronunciation. Registration is required & class size is limited.

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Class - Everything You Need to Know to Pass Your Interview and Test.

Tue, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

Instruction by Citizens-in-Action Volunteers of the Southwest Regional Library.

Family Storytime. All Ages.

Tue, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Everglades Room

Family Evening Storytime: Activities and stories before bedtime.

Florida National Scenic Trail and Florida Trail Association - Celebrate the Earth

Tue, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 226

Learn about hiking in South Florida with the Happy Hoofers, the Broward Chapter of the Florida Trail Association.

English Cafe - Beginner

Tue, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Practice and improve your English conversation skills. Classes will focus on vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar.

English Cafe for Beginners

Tue, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch - Meeting Room

Free classes that consist of conversation, vocabulary and pronunciation.

U. S. Citizenship and Naturalization Course

Tue, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Weston Branch - Conference Room (Room 107)

Everything You Need to Know to Pass Your Interview and Test.

Mobile Tech for Beginners

Tue, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch - Conference Room

Learn to navigate your smartphones, tablets and laptops.

I am Change(Motivating Future Leaders): Coding for the Youth - Presented by Friends of North Lauderdale Library

Tue, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch - Multipurpose Room

Motivating Future Leaders, Coding for the Youth, aims to provide high-quality computer coding classes for youth aged 11-18.

Introduction to Word I & II - Two-part course. Must take both classes.

Tue, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Computer Training Center

Registration is required. Part 1 is on 4/15. Part 2 is on 4/22. Learn how to create Word documents. Must take Computer Basics first & master it, OR have basic computer knowledge.

Registration is now closed

Beginners English Cafe

Tue, Apr 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Classroom

Classes will focus on vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar.

Dialogo virtual con el escritor colombiano Angello Melo - Moderadora: Freda Mosquera

Tue, Apr 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Lauderdale Lakes Branch Library/Educational and Cultural Center

En conmemoración del Dia Mundial del Libro. Este evento se transmitirá en vivo a través de la página de Facebook Live de la Broward County Library.

CK-Take & Make - a take home craft for ages 5 & up.

Wed, Apr 23, All day

South Regional/Broward College Library

Can't make it to Crafty Kids on Fridays? No problem! Stop by the Youth Services desk any time after the program for a kit to take home and make.

Reveal the Beauty - The Literature and Art of the Harlem Renaissance

Wed, Apr 23, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery C

Featuring Works from the Dorothy Porter Wesley Collection. On display from February - June 2025.

"Year Long Summers" - Photography by Bri Mason

Wed, Apr 23, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery D

Viewers are invited to experience South Florida's artistic landscape's warmth, energy, and depth, as seen through the lens of those who live and breathe its perpetual summer.

Maranesi Retrospective - Sandy Maranesi Art Exhibit April 1-25

Wed, Apr 23, All day

Pompano Beach Library - Lobby Exhibit and Youth Services

See the work of Artist Sandy Maraanesi in the lobby and the Youth Services Exhibit walls.

Large Book Fair - Sponsored by the Friends of the Lauderdale Lakes Library

Wed, Apr 23, All day

Lauderdale Lakes Branch Library/Educational and Cultural Center

Please come check out a nice selection of non-fiction books for adults: culinary, technology, textbooks, spiritual, etc.

Sharkey's Storytime (ages 3-5)

Wed, Apr 23, 9:30am - 10:15am

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Enjoy books, songs and activities that enhance early literacy skills. Register

Cancelled

English Cafe - Advanced

Wed, Apr 23, 10:00am - 11:30am

Hollywood Branch

A place where speakers of other languages can practice advanced level reading and conversational English.

Teens Read: Book Review Display - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Wed, Apr 23, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center

Earn volunteer hours by reviewing books!

Take-N-Make Craft Kits

Wed, Apr 23, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Take a kit and make a craft at home – new theme each month!

2nd Floor Photo Op - April Theme 4/1-4/30: Spring on South Beach

Wed, Apr 23, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Take a selfie "on" Miami Beach!

The Storefront: AdrienneRose Gionta - Artist-in-Residency -- Broward County Main Library

Wed, Apr 23, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library - The Storefront

AdrienneRose Gionta joins Main Library's The Storefront residency for the months of March and April. Visit the art space and engage in a virtually domesticated reality created and curated by ARG.

Toddler Storytime. Ages 12-35 months. - Registration is required. Toddler and adult must register.

Wed, Apr 23, 10:15am - 10:40am

Southwest Regional Library - Sunshine Room

Stories, songs, and rhymes. Ages 12-35 months.

This event is full

English Cafe - Beginner/Intermediate - Focuses on vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar.

Wed, Apr 23, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

This class provides a fun environment to practice English skills. Instruction is provided by a Southwest Regional Library Volunteer.

Cancelled

Bonding with Books Adult Book Club

Wed, Apr 23, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Hollywood Branch

Discuss your most recent read, or an old favorite.

Baby Lapsit Storytime

Wed, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:00am

Davie/Cooper City Branch

Baby Storytime for ages 3-12 months. Registration required.

Toddler Story Time. Ages 18-36 months.

Wed, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Young At Art (now Broward County Library Branch) - Multipurpose Room

Stories, songs, and activities. Ages 18-36 months. Registration required.

Registration opens Monday, April 21 2025 at 9:00am

Sharkey's Storytime (ages 3-5)

Wed, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:15am

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Enjoy books, songs and activities that enhance early literacy skills. Register

Baby Storytime

Wed, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch

Songs, rhymes, stories and bubbles. Playtime follows. Ages 3-12 months.

Toddler Storytime. Ages 12-35 months. - Registration is required. Toddler and adult must register.

Wed, Apr 23, 10:50am - 11:15am

Southwest Regional Library - Sunshine Room

Stories, songs, and rhymes. Ages 12-35 months.

This event is full

Broward Tax Pro 2025 - Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)

Wed, Apr 23, 11:00am - 7:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Michael Bienes Seminar Room #2

Free tax preparation services in Broward County for qualifying taxpayers.

Mobile Device Help

Wed, Apr 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hollywood Beach Bernice P. Oster Branch

A one on one orientation with a library staff member who can help you learn to use your favorite library apps on your smartphone or tablet. Please bring your smart device fully charged.

Tai Chi 4 for Arthritis Weekly Mondays & Wednesdays - March 17 - May 7. Minimum age 60 years old.

Wed, Apr 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Pompano Beach Library and Cultural Center - Multipurpose Room

The Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi Program is a one hour workshop offered twice a week for eight weeks. Sponsored by the Aging and Disability Resource Center / Area Agency on Aging - Broward County.

Meet the Author: Natalia Sylvester - Author of Breathe and Count Back From Ten

Wed, Apr 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Everglades Room

Join author Natalia Sylvester as she talks about her young adult book "Breathe and Count Back From Ten." The presentation will be followed by a brief writing exercise. Registration is required.

Toddler Storytime. Ages 12-35 months. - Registration is required. Toddler and adult must register.

Wed, Apr 23, 11:25am - 11:50am

Southwest Regional Library - Sunshine Room

Stories, songs, and rhymes. Ages 12-35 months.

This event is full

English Cafe Intermediate

Wed, Apr 23, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Davie/Cooper City Branch

Practice your English with peers! Taught by volunteers. Registration is required

Rare Adventures (Exhibition) - An exhibit of late 19th & 20th century travel

Wed, Apr 23, 12:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library

Now through May 19, 2025. Go back in time with this selection of materials from the Bienes Museum of the Modern Book and the Special Collections and Archives of AARLCC.

Scholarship Resources Workshop (Online)

Wed, Apr 23, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Online - Broward County Library

Identify scholarships and awards using library resources at these free workshops with a demonstration. Register

Meditation & Movement - Nurture your mind, body and soul

Wed, Apr 23, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

West Regional Library - 103, Multipurpose Room

A session of gentle stretches, breathing exercises and guided meditations. With certified Yoga Teacher, Leigh Ann Russo.

Let's Talk About It - Fun conversations for curious minds!

Wed, Apr 23, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

North Regional/Broward College Library

Join us weekly for thought provoking discussions on a wide range of topics. Participants are invited to share insights and explore diverse perspectives.

English Cafe - Intermediate (Online) Limit of 15 students - Registration Required- hosted by Tamarac Library

Wed, Apr 23, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Online - Broward County Library

Practice and improve your conversational English. Classes will focus on vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar. Please register, class size is limited Register

Getting Started with Microsoft PowerPoint

Wed, Apr 23, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Computer Training Center

Learn the basics of creating engaging presentations in PowerPoint.

VITA Tax Assistance

Wed, Apr 23, 1:00pm - 7:00pm

VITA Tax Assistance - 237, Meeting Room

Broward Tax Pro (a local volunteer income Tax Assistance program) offers free tax preparation assistance for individuals and families who meet eligibility requirements.

Ageless Grace: Brain and Body Fitness - Timeless Fitness for the Body and Mind

Wed, Apr 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Weston Branch - Multipurpose Room (Room 120)

A chair exercise program designed for all ages that works out your brain as well as your body. Instructor - Eleanor Robinson.

Movie Screening - Fantastic Films at Sunrise: The Sting

Wed, Apr 23, 1:00pm - 3:15pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch - Meeting Room

Join us for Fantastic Films and watch dramas that will make you cry, sultry on-screen romances that will leave you blushing, and action and thriller films that will have you on the edge of your seat.

Teen Time

Wed, Apr 23, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Teen Space

Hang out in the Teen Lounge after school. Watch a movie, play board games, and relax after class! For Middle and High Schoolers.

Chair Yoga - Sponsored by the Friends of the Stirling Road Branch Library

Wed, Apr 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Modified form of yoga using a chair for support.

Afterschool Homework Help

Wed, Apr 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library - Youth Area

Free Homework Help is offered after school from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the Youth Services area. One on One and Group Activities are available.

Tech Wednesdays: Word Templates in Depth (Microsoft 365) - Computer Class

Wed, Apr 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Lauderdale Lakes Branch Library/Educational and Cultural Center

You must have a library card. If you need one, please visit the library's Circulation Desk.

Take My Hand by Dolen Perkins-Valdez - Book Discussion

Wed, Apr 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Galt Ocean Mile Reading Center - Multipurpose Room

Join us for a lively book discussion.

Knitting and Crochet Club - Come knit and crochet with us! This is NOT a class.

Wed, Apr 23, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Weston Branch - Conference Room (Room 107)

Exchange new stitches and socialize with the group.

Afterschool - Teen hang-out in the Living Room

Wed, Apr 23, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Videogames, entertainment, and space to chill or engage.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 9:00am

Academic Enrichment at Your Library

Wed, Apr 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Youth Service Story Room

Academic enrichment for grades K-12.

Cancelled

Open Gaming - For Ages 5 to 100

Wed, Apr 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Hollywood Branch

Join us to play board games every Wednesday from 3 pm to 5 pm at the Hollywood Library. We will have board games, card games, and puzzles available for people to play.

Lo Fi Craft Hour - Felt Succulent Garden

Wed, Apr 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Conference Room

Spend a mindful hour with us listening to music and creating your very own Felt Succulent Garden! Registration Required. Please watch for confirmation emails a week prior to the event.

The Night Portrait by Laura Morelli - Portrait of a Lady with an Ermine

Wed, Apr 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

West Regional Library - 103, Multipurpose Room

A lecture connecting The Night Portrait by Laura Morelli, a novel of World War II, and Leonardo DaVinci;s Renaissance Italy

Mainstreaming Education College & Career Advancement - MECCA Tutoring Program by Broward County Public Schools

Wed, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Café

Free academic assistance for all Broward County Public and Charter School students. Registration required.Register

Game Night - Play PS5, Nintendo Switch, and Board Games

Wed, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 7:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Come enjoy Game Nights at the Sunrise Dan Pearl Library. Whether it's a two-player match or 5, our library has you covered!

Chess Mentorship Program

Wed, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Northwest Branch

Learn strategy, patience, and critical thinking skills in chess.

Gentle Yoga for Beginners - Bring your mat and join us!

Wed, Apr 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Multipurpose Room

Enjoy the benefits of yoga through gentle movement and breathwork. No previous yoga experience is required.

This event is full

Algebra 101

Wed, Apr 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Learn tips and tricks for mastering algebra from retied Broward College Professor Michael Ohanian. Registration Required

English Cafe Intermediate - Practice conversational English.

Wed, Apr 23, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 226

Free class for students who have basic English language skills and want to improve their comfort and proficiency in English. Registration is required & class size is limited.

Sensory Storytime

Wed, Apr 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Storytime Room

An interactive and inclusive storytime experience for autistic and otherwise neurodivergent children and families, ages 3 to 10.

LEGO Night

Wed, Apr 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Pembroke Pines/Walter C. Young Resource Center - Storytime Room

Please join us for a fun evening of LEGO building!

This event is full

SAT/ACT Workshops - Ready for College: College Readiness Workshops

Wed, Apr 23, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Programming Room (1)

Prepare for the SAT/ACT with this intensive, 5-session workshop. This program is for high school students, grades 10-12.

Registration is now closed

Coffee and Conversation with Local Authors

Wed, Apr 23, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Northwest Branch - Multipurpose Room

Meet and greet with local authors

Computer Basics for Older Adults Course - Facilitated by AARP OATS Program

Wed, Apr 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Lauderhill Central Park Library

In this 10-week, PC-based course, you’ll learn the basics of how to operate a computer and navigate the internet in ways that can enrich your life.

This event is full

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Course - Everything You Need to Know to Pass Your Interview and Test.

Wed, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

Instruction by Citizens-in-Action Volunteers of the Southwest Regional Library.

Beginning English Cafe - Learn English!

Wed, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

West Regional Library - 230, Conference Room

This class is for adults who know little or no English.

"Evening Storytime, Songs and Rhymes" - All are welcome!

Wed, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Youth Service Story Room

Join us for evening story time, songs, and rhymes. Pajamas are encouraged, and children are welcome to bring their favorite stuffed animals.

English Cafe Intermediate

Wed, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Classroom

Practice listening, speaking and reading skills in a safe and judgment free environment.

El Club en Español - Conversational Spanish Practice - for Intermediate Spanish Speakers & Above

Wed, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - 5th Floor North Conference Room

Join fellow Spanish-language learners, intermediate and above, for fun conversation on a rich variety of topics. Bring your friends!

Family Storytime

Wed, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Join us for stories, songs and fun!

English Cafe Intermediate - Improve your English skills

Wed, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Weston Branch - Conference Room (Room 107)

Come practice your English in a group setting.

English Cafe Intermediate

Wed, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Imperial Point Branch

Practice and improve your English conversation skills. Classes will focus on vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar.

CK-Take & Make - a take home craft for ages 5 & up.

Thu, Apr 24, All day

South Regional/Broward College Library

Can't make it to Crafty Kids on Fridays? No problem! Stop by the Youth Services desk any time after the program for a kit to take home and make.

Reveal the Beauty - The Literature and Art of the Harlem Renaissance

Thu, Apr 24, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery C

Featuring Works from the Dorothy Porter Wesley Collection. On display from February - June 2025.

"Year Long Summers" - Photography by Bri Mason

Thu, Apr 24, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery D

Viewers are invited to experience South Florida's artistic landscape's warmth, energy, and depth, as seen through the lens of those who live and breathe its perpetual summer.

Maranesi Retrospective - Sandy Maranesi Art Exhibit April 1-25

Thu, Apr 24, All day

Pompano Beach Library - Lobby Exhibit and Youth Services

See the work of Artist Sandy Maraanesi in the lobby and the Youth Services Exhibit walls.

Large Book Fair - Sponsored by the Friends of the Lauderdale Lakes Library

Thu, Apr 24, All day

Lauderdale Lakes Branch Library/Educational and Cultural Center

Please come check out a nice selection of non-fiction books for adults: culinary, technology, textbooks, spiritual, etc.

Cancelled

AM Yoga Stretch (Online)

Thu, Apr 24, 8:30am - 9:00am

Online - Broward County Library

This is an online beginner class with focus on flexibility and strength.

Little Minnows Play & Storytime (ages 12-36 months)

Thu, Apr 24, 9:30am - 10:15am

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Enjoy parallel and collaborative play, songs and and a story that enhance early literacy skills. Register

Rare Adventures (Exhibition) - An exhibit of late 19th & 20th century travel

Thu, Apr 24, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Now through May 19, 2025. Go back in time with this selection of materials from the Bienes Museum of the Modern Book and the Special Collections and Archives of AARLCC.

Teens Read: Book Review Display - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Thu, Apr 24, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center

Earn volunteer hours by reviewing books!

Take-N-Make Craft Kits

Thu, Apr 24, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Take a kit and make a craft at home – new theme each month!

2nd Floor Photo Op - April Theme 4/1-4/30: Spring on South Beach

Thu, Apr 24, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Take a selfie "on" Miami Beach!

Cancelled

English Cafe - Beginner - Practice English

Thu, Apr 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hollywood Branch

Free classes that consist of conversation, vocabulary, games and pronunciation. Registration is required & class size is limited.

The Storefront: AdrienneRose Gionta - Artist-in-Residency -- Broward County Main Library

Thu, Apr 24, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library - The Storefront

AdrienneRose Gionta joins Main Library's The Storefront residency for the months of March and April. Visit the art space and engage in a virtually domesticated reality created and curated by ARG.

Letter of the Week Storytime for ages 2-5

Thu, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:15am

North Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

Welcome to Storytime. For ages 2 to 5! Registration is required.

Ageless Grace - With Instructor Elizabeth Veras

Thu, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch - Meeting Room

Please join us, as Elizabeth Varas, Happiness Coach and Mind-Body Medicine Practitioner, presents Ageless Grace, learn about topics such as nutrition, mindfulness and self-care practices.

Preschool Storytime

Thu, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Join us for stories, songs and fun!

Computer Literacy for Windows 10 - Introduction to Computers

Thu, Apr 24, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Imperial Point Branch

Registration required. Please bring your personal laptop or tablet. There are limited number of library laptops for use during the class.

Cancelled

Story Time

Thu, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

New venue Pembroke Pines/Walter C. Young Resource Center

Please join us for story time!

Basic Computers for Beginners - Introductory class to computers.

Thu, Apr 24, 10:30am - 12:30pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Computer Training Center

Learn what a computer is and how to use its basic features.

Cancelled

El Día de los Niños- Bilingual Story Time

Thu, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

New venue Pembroke Pines/Walter C. Young Resource Center

Please join us for this bilingual story time and craft!

Little Minnows Play & Storytime (ages 12-36 months)

Thu, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:15am

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Enjoy parallel and collaborative play, songs and and a story that enhance early literacy skills. Register

Storytime. Ages 2 to 6.

Thu, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:15am

North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch - Multipurpose Room

Stories, Songs, and Fun! Ages 2 to 6. Registration is recommended.

El Día de los Niños- Bilingual Story Time

Thu, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Pembroke Pines/Walter C. Young Resource Center - Storytime Room

Please join us for this bilingual story time and craft!

Preschool Storytime with ASL Instructor

Thu, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Join us for a special story time and learn American Sign Language with Instructor Kaitlyn McCord.

Baby & Me. For non-walking babies as young as 6 weeks old. - Registration required. Each child requires a separate adult.

Thu, Apr 24, 10:45am - 11:15am

Southwest Regional Library - Sunshine Room

1 baby per adult. Siblings must have another caregiver. This storytime is only for non-walkers. Once the babies can walk, please consider our other storytimes.

Toddler Time - a story time for ages 18 months thru 3 years.

Thu, Apr 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

South Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes for little ones.

Toddler Storytime

Thu, Apr 24, 11:00am - 11:45am

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Stories, songs, fingerplays, egg shakers, puppets and playtime! Ages 1-3.

Respira - Join us for this family bilingual Yoga

Thu, Apr 24, 11:00am - 11:45am

Northwest Regional Library - 135

Program for all ages

Bingo - Library Living Room

Thu, Apr 24, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Join us to play fun and interactive Bingo games to win prizes!

Storytime Fun

Thu, Apr 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

West Regional Library - 140, Program Room (Youth)

Join us for stories, music, movement, and fun, for ages 3-5. Parents/caregivers are invited for the craft/activity session only. Registration is required for each child.

The Refusal of Despair: - How Elie Wiesel Became a Novelist

Thu, Apr 24, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

From the depths of despair to the celebration of life, Wiesel’s fifteen novels offer a poignant reflection on the human condition. Register

Open Play Time - Ages 1 to 5 - Space is limited. You must register in advance.

Thu, Apr 24, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Weston Branch - Multipurpose Room (Room 120)

Play with our large selection of toddler/preschool toys and meet other families in the community.

Off the Hook - Knitting and Crochet Group

Thu, Apr 24, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Southwest Regional Library

Grab your yarn and needles and join the group to discuss your projects and latest techniques.

Chair Yoga - with instructor Leigh Ann Russo

Thu, Apr 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Auditorium

Please join us, as Leigh Ann Russo, Registered Yoga Teacher and Certified Holistic Health Coach presents Chair Yoga. These classes benefit people of all ages. Registration Required

This event is full

Jigsaw Puzzle Party and Exchange - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Thu, Apr 24, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center - Multipurpose Room

Calling all jigsaw puzzle enthusiasts! Ages 12 yrs.+

Movie Screening - Fantastic Films at Sunrise: The Dead Zone

Thu, Apr 24, 12:00pm - 1:45pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Join us for Fantastic Films and watch dramas that will make you cry, sultry on-screen romances that will leave you blushing, and action and thriller films that will have you on the edge of your seat.

Tia Chi - A Matter of Balance - Health and Wellness

Thu, Apr 24, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Margate Catharine Young Branch - Auditorium

Many older adults experience concerns about falling and, as a result, restrict their activities. Participants will learn startegies to prevent fall and manage daily activities.

Ageless Grace - with Eleanor Robinson

Thu, Apr 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 154

Ageless Grace is a fitness and wellness program that consists of simple exercise tools designed for all ages and abilities.

Cancelled

The Fine Art and Craft of Rug Hooking Workshop

Thu, Apr 24, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Beach Branch

Rug Hooking Workshop - all levels and all crafters welcome! Hosted by "Where the Rugs Are" Rug Hooking Group. For more information contact Trish Stypka at: trane74@gmail.com

Drop-In Games and Crafts | Take Your Child to Work Day

Thu, Apr 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Stop by the NSU Alvin Sherman Library between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. for hands-on fun and activities! Register

Teen Time

Thu, Apr 24, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Teen Space

Hang out in the Teen Lounge after school. Watch a movie, play board games, and relax after class! For Middle and High Schoolers.

Really True Reads - Non-fiction Book Club

Thu, Apr 24, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

West Regional Library - 230, Conference Room

The Big Burn by Timothy Egan (Hosted by Sylvia C.)

Ageless Grace: Exercise and Brain Health Program - Sponsored by the Friends of the Stirling Road Branch Library

Thu, Apr 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

These exercises, based on everyday movements that are natural and organic, focus on the health longevity of the mind and body. Presented by certified instructor Sharon Veingrad.

Tree Climbers - for Genealogy Enthusiasts

Thu, Apr 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

A discussion-loving and problem-solving group of genealogy enthusiasts.

Galt Ocean Mile Photography Club

Thu, Apr 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Galt Ocean Mile Reading Center - Multipurpose Room

Amateur and professional photographers are welcome to meet and discuss photography techniques and more.

Afterschool Homework Help

Thu, Apr 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library - Youth Area

Free Homework Help is offered after school from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the Youth Services area. One on One and Group Activities are available.

Cancelled

Technology Class with AARP Senior Planet - For Adults Age 50 and Over

Thu, Apr 24, 2:15pm - 3:15pm

Hollywood Branch Library Computer Lab - Computer Lab

Join the AARP's Older Adults Technology Services and Senior Planet to get individual one-on-one tech help.

Coffee and Conversation

Thu, Apr 24, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Main Library - Programming Room (1)

Come join an informal discussion on government services available to the public. Some dates may have a speaker.

English Cafe Intermediate @ Main Library - for intermediate-level learners of English

Thu, Apr 24, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Main Library - 5th Floor North Conference Room

A conversational practice of English.

Afterschool - Teen hang-out in the Living Room

Thu, Apr 24, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Videogames, entertainment, and space to chill or engage.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 9:00am

Builder's Club - building fun for ages 6-11.

Thu, Apr 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

What will you build this week?

Arts and Crafts for Everyone

Thu, Apr 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Imperial Point Branch - Multipurpose Room

Colorful and fun activities for the entire family.

Breaking Silence - about Sexual Assault (For Teens)

Thu, Apr 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room #104

Participate in a quiz to understand the red flags in a relationship and "Break Silence" to celebrate Sexual Assault Month.

Cancelled

One on One Technology Help with AARP Senior Planet - For Adults Age 50 and Over

Thu, Apr 24, 3:15pm - 4:00pm

Hollywood Branch

Join the AARP's Older Adults Technology Services and Senior Planet to get individual one-on-one tech help.

Homework Help - For children in grades K - 12

Thu, Apr 24, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library - Youth Services Area

The homework help program provides assistance with homework questions. Walk-ins welcome!

Teens Chasing Dreams

Thu, Apr 24, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library - Multipurpose Room

An enriching program for teens. This program will run every Thursday through April 2025.

English Cafe Beginners - Practice English

Thu, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Room 214

Free classes that consist of conversation, vocabulary, games and pronunciation.

Mainstreaming Education College & Career Advancement - MECCA Tutoring Program by Broward County Public Schools

Thu, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Café

Free academic assistance for all Broward County Public and Charter School students. Registration required.Register

LEGO Builders Fun Club @AARLCC - We Bring the Legos! You Bring the Imagination!

Thu, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Dianne Bienes Seminar Room # 1

Get creative and have fun building with LEGO blocks.

Cancelled

Family Afternoon Storytime - Join us for stories, songs, playtime and laughter!

Thu, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Hollywood Branch

Please come join us for an afternoon of stories, songs, playtime and laughter!

American Sign Language Class - with Instructor Kaitlyn McCord

Thu, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Learn American Sign Language with Instructor Kaityln McCord. Space is limited. Registration Required.

This event is full

Robotics - STEM program for kids ages 8-15

Thu, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Lauderdale Lakes Branch Library/Educational and Cultural Center - Multipurpose Room

Each participant would be able to build and take home the Robotic that was finished and completed during the program, under library staff supervision.

Let's Paint!

Thu, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Tyrone Bryant Branch - Multipurpose Room

Join us for Painting!

Generalidades del Internet en Español - computer class in Spanish

Thu, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

West Regional Library - 202, Computer Center

Se recomienda matricularse. En este curso aprenderás habilidades básicas y a usar las herramientas necesarias para entrar al internet de forma segura y eficiente.

Cancelled

English Cafe - Beginner - Practice English

Thu, Apr 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Hollywood Branch

Free classes that consist of conversation, vocabulary, games and pronunciation. Registration is required & class size is limited.

English Cafe Intermediate

Thu, Apr 24, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Northwest Regional Library - Room 222

This class is where speakers of other languages can practice intermediate-level reading and conversational English.

Librarian’s Movie Pick

Thu, Apr 24, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Galt Ocean Mile Reading Center - Multipurpose Room

Contact the library for titles. (954) 357-7840. Program sponsored by the Friends of the Galt Ocean Mile Reading Center.

Resume Ready: Computer Skills for Success

Thu, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Riverland Branch - Multipurpose Room

Learn how to create professional, polished resumes using basic computer tools.

Happy Hour Book Club (Online)

Thu, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Online - Broward County Library

Book Club meets Happy Hour at this fun event for adventurous readers. Register

English Cafe - Beginners - Practice English

Thu, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch

Improve your English language skills in a relaxed and friendly environment. Beginners only.

CK-Take & Make - a take home craft for ages 5 & up.

Fri, Apr 25, All day

South Regional/Broward College Library

Can't make it to Crafty Kids on Fridays? No problem! Stop by the Youth Services desk any time after the program for a kit to take home and make.

Reveal the Beauty - The Literature and Art of the Harlem Renaissance

Fri, Apr 25, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery C

Featuring Works from the Dorothy Porter Wesley Collection. On display from February - June 2025.

"Year Long Summers" - Photography by Bri Mason

Fri, Apr 25, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery D

Viewers are invited to experience South Florida's artistic landscape's warmth, energy, and depth, as seen through the lens of those who live and breathe its perpetual summer.

Grab-n-Go: Take and Make Craft

Fri, Apr 25, All day

Imperial Point Branch

This grab-n-go kit includes instructions and supplies to create your craft in the comfort of your home. Ask library staff for a craft kit.

Maranesi Retrospective - Sandy Maranesi Art Exhibit April 1-25

Fri, Apr 25, All day

Pompano Beach Library - Lobby Exhibit and Youth Services

See the work of Artist Sandy Maraanesi in the lobby and the Youth Services Exhibit walls.

Large Book Fair - Sponsored by the Friends of the Lauderdale Lakes Library

Fri, Apr 25, All day

Lauderdale Lakes Branch Library/Educational and Cultural Center

Please come check out a nice selection of non-fiction books for adults: culinary, technology, textbooks, spiritual, etc.

Rare Adventures (Exhibition) - An exhibit of late 19th & 20th century travel

Fri, Apr 25, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Now through May 19, 2025. Go back in time with this selection of materials from the Bienes Museum of the Modern Book and the Special Collections and Archives of AARLCC.

Teens Read: Book Review Display - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Fri, Apr 25, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center

Earn volunteer hours by reviewing books!

Take-N-Make Craft Kits

Fri, Apr 25, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Take a kit and make a craft at home – new theme each month!

2nd Floor Photo Op - April Theme 4/1-4/30: Spring on South Beach

Fri, Apr 25, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Take a selfie "on" Miami Beach!

PEEPS® Diorama Contest Voting (Exhibit) - Vote for your favorite PEEPS® Diorama!

Fri, Apr 25, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Southwest Regional Library

Come to the library to view the PEEPS® Diorama Contest entries and vote for your favorites! Ballots can be cast April 25th through May 6th!

The Storefront: AdrienneRose Gionta - Artist-in-Residency -- Broward County Main Library

Fri, Apr 25, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library - The Storefront

AdrienneRose Gionta joins Main Library's The Storefront residency for the months of March and April. Visit the art space and engage in a virtually domesticated reality created and curated by ARG.

Beginning English Cafe - Basic Level - This class is for ADULTS only who know little or no English.

Fri, Apr 25, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

Students will learn the English alphabet, pronunciation, vocabulary, and develop basic conversation skills.

Cancelled

Chair Yoga for Adults - Chair Yoga for Adults

Fri, Apr 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Hollywood Branch

Learn a new way to practice yoga

Welcome to Story Time! - For ages 2 to 5 - Enjoy stories, songs, and more!

Fri, Apr 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

Pompano Beach Library and Cultural Center - Multipurpose Room

Story Time!

Baby Lapsit Storytime - For non-walking babies ages Birth to 18 months.

Fri, Apr 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

Northwest Regional Library - 135

Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories specifically selected for the developmental needs of babies before they start walking. Space is limited to 60 participants on a first-come, first-served basis.

Issues of Aging Support Group

Fri, Apr 25, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Imperial Point Branch

This small support group will focus on challenges of aging in a supportive environment, led by licensed social worker Tana Hacken. Online registration required.

Ageless Grace with Sharon Veingrad

Fri, Apr 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Davie/Cooper City Branch - Multipurpose Room

Chair exercises based on consciously choosing to change the brain through physical movements Fitness for brain and body.

Pens, Pencils, and Pastels - Adult Coloring

Fri, Apr 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Creation Station

Come and relax with adult coloring and casual conversation. Registration Required

Ageless Grace: Brain Exercises for Adults - Seated fun for the body and mind

Fri, Apr 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Programming Room (1)

This program is designed for adults of all ages and is performed while seated. Led by instructor Eleanor, Ageless Grace meet Fridays, 11am-12pm on Main Library's 1st floor.

Coloring, Crafts & Conversation - Library Living Room

Fri, Apr 25, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Come and enjoy different activities throughout the week in the comfort of your library! For adults 50+

Intermediate Conversational French

Fri, Apr 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Galt Ocean Mile Reading Center - Multipurpose Room

Practice French conversational skills. Must have a basic understanding of French nouns, verbs, and grammar. Registration required. Seating limited.

This event is full

Cancelled

Storytime Fun for ages 1-5 years - Active storytime for 1-5 year olds.

Fri, Apr 25, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Weston Branch

Songs, rhymes and stories!

Dungeons and Dragons

Fri, Apr 25, 12:15pm - 4:00pm

North Regional/BC Library - Room 226

If you have ever thought of playing a collaborative storytelling game where you could be any character you want to be then come and join the Broward College D&D Club.

Tai Chi

Fri, Apr 25, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Multipurpose Room

Join instructor Sabrina Zhang for a Tai Chi class. This gentle form of exercise can help maintain strength, flexibility, and balance. Registration required.

Tai Chi- Instructor Mario Leon - Registration Required (50-person max)

Fri, Apr 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

West Regional Library - 103, Multipurpose Room

Gentle movement sequences designed to help improve your balance and coordination. Tai Chi can be easily adapted for any level of fitness.

Spanish Café -Conversational Spanish Practice (Beginners) - Registration Required

Fri, Apr 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

New venue Hollywood Beach Bernice P. Oster Branch

Practice basic communication skills (including vocabulary, pronunciation & grammar) in Spanish.

Teen Time

Fri, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Teen Space

Hang out in the Teen Lounge after school. Watch a movie, play board games, and relax after class! For Middle and High Schoolers.

Hooked on Stitches! - Crochet Club

Fri, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

West Regional Library - 230, Conference Room

Join us for a social time while working on your crochet projects. Bring your yarn, hooks and supplies to the Creation Station and enjoy a time with fellow crocheters.

Afterschool Homework Help

Fri, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library - Youth Area

Free Homework Help is offered after school from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the Youth Services area. One on One and Group Activities are available.

Paint With an Artist: Ignite Your Creativity! - Discover artistic inspiration with artist Jane Bazinet

Fri, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch - Multipurpose Room

Discover watercolors with internationally-acclaimed artist Jane Bazinet! Join our 1.5 hr workshop.

Afterschool - Teen hang-out in the Living Room

Fri, Apr 25, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Videogames, entertainment, and space to chill or engage.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 9:00am

"Children of a Lesser God" for National Deaf History Month - Starring William Hurt and Academy-award Winner Marlee Matlin

Fri, Apr 25, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Beach Branch - Meeting Room

In honor of National Deaf History Month, join us for a screening of the 1986 romantic film Children of a Lesser God, starring William Hurt and groundbreaking Academy-award Winner Marlee Matlin.

Friday Movie Matinee Discussion (Online)

Fri, Apr 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Online - Broward County Library

Join us for a lively virtual discussion with Professor Tas Salini, instructor of Film History and Film Appreciation at Broward College.Register

Teens Chasing Dreams

Fri, Apr 25, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Northwest Branch - Multipurpose Room

teen life skills program

Crafty Kids - crafting fun for ages 5-11.

Fri, Apr 25, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

What will your masterpiece look like?

Cancelled

Lego Club - For Ages 5 to 18, Grades K to 12

Fri, Apr 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hollywood Branch

Calling all young Lego fans, come join us for an hour of Lego fun! Join us for open building and free play. If you need an idea, we will have challenge cards available too. Must be age 5 to attend.

Rescheduled

Beginners English Cafe - Ingles Para Principiantes - Angle Pou Debutan

Fri, Apr 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

New date Friday, April 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library

This class is for adults who know little or no English. Classes will focus on vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar.

iPhone Basics with Jeffrey! - Essential Tips for Beginners

Fri, Apr 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch - Multipurpose Room

Discover how to navigate your iPhone apps to simplify daily tasks. Bring your Smart phone device fully charged. Each week will present a different topic followed by Q & A.

This event is full

Kids and Seniors Learn Tech - Presented by Tech 4 Now

Fri, Apr 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Imperial Point Branch

Be prepared for success in today's digital world! Learn essential skills in coding, computer navigation, internet safety and how to conduct research. Please bring your own laptop or tablet.

Beginners English Cafe - Ingles Para Principiantes - Angle Pou Debutan

Fri, Apr 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library - Multipurpose Room

This class is for adults who know little or no English. Classes will focus on vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar.

An Evening with Mahogany L. Browne - Reception - Our Voices: Festival of Words by Art Prevails Project

Fri, Apr 25, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Main Library - 6E Multipurpose

Join for a cozy night filled with poetry and conversation, featuring writer, playwright, organizer, and educator, Mahogany L. Browne. Register

CK-Take & Make - a take home craft for ages 5 & up.

Sat, Apr 26, All day

South Regional/Broward College Library

Can't make it to Crafty Kids on Fridays? No problem! Stop by the Youth Services desk any time after the program for a kit to take home and make.

Reveal the Beauty - The Literature and Art of the Harlem Renaissance

Sat, Apr 26, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery C

Featuring Works from the Dorothy Porter Wesley Collection. On display from February - June 2025.

"Year Long Summers" - Photography by Bri Mason

Sat, Apr 26, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery D

Viewers are invited to experience South Florida's artistic landscape's warmth, energy, and depth, as seen through the lens of those who live and breathe its perpetual summer.

Large Book Fair - Sponsored by the Friends of the Lauderdale Lakes Library

Sat, Apr 26, All day

Lauderdale Lakes Branch Library/Educational and Cultural Center

Please come check out a nice selection of non-fiction books for adults: culinary, technology, textbooks, spiritual, etc.

Cancelled

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Class - By Hispanic Unity of Florida

Sat, Apr 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Hollywood Branch

We will help you: practice for the interview (speaking and comprehension); review the 100 civics questions (history and government); and practice your reading and writing

Rare Adventures (Exhibition) - An exhibit of late 19th & 20th century travel

Sat, Apr 26, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Now through May 19, 2025. Go back in time with this selection of materials from the Bienes Museum of the Modern Book and the Special Collections and Archives of AARLCC.

NAMI Broward Mental Health - Family Support Group

Sat, Apr 26, 10:00am - 11:30am

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

NAMI (National Alliance for Mental Illness) is a peer-led support group for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition.

Teens Read: Book Review Display - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Sat, Apr 26, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center

Earn volunteer hours by reviewing books!

Take-N-Make Craft Kits

Sat, Apr 26, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Take a kit and make a craft at home – new theme each month!

2nd Floor Photo Op - April Theme 4/1-4/30: Spring on South Beach

Sat, Apr 26, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Take a selfie "on" Miami Beach!

PEEPS® Diorama Contest Voting (Exhibit) - Vote for your favorite PEEPS® Diorama!

Sat, Apr 26, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Southwest Regional Library

Come to the library to view the PEEPS® Diorama Contest entries and vote for your favorites! Ballots can be cast April 25th through May 6th!

The Storefront: AdrienneRose Gionta - Artist-in-Residency -- Broward County Main Library

Sat, Apr 26, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library - The Storefront

AdrienneRose Gionta joins Main Library's The Storefront residency for the months of March and April. Visit the art space and engage in a virtually domesticated reality created and curated by ARG.

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Class

Sat, Apr 26, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Everglades Room

This class will help you practice for the interview (speaking and comprehension); review the 100 civic questions (history/government); and practice reading and writing for the Citizenship Test.

Free Play Extravaganza. Ages 3-5 years old. - Registration required

Sat, Apr 26, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Carver Ranches Branch

Bring your children ages 3 to 5 years to participate in this passive and self-directed pop-up style program. Educational toys will be provided for families to play together in the youth area.

Entrepreneurship Foundations

Sat, Apr 26, 10:30am - 12:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Computer Lab

Join Kim Kaupe as she shares the steps to becoming a successful entrepreneur.

Insanity-High intensity interval (HIIT) exercise class - Registration Required

Sat, Apr 26, 10:30am - 12:00pm

West Regional Library - 103, Multipurpose Room

Description Insanity is a high intensity interval training (HIIT) exercise class that is designed to keep your body working at maximum capacity throughout the entire workout. No equipment necessary.

US Citizenship & Naturalization Class - By Hispanic Unity

Sat, Apr 26, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch - Meeting Room

Practice for the interview (speaking and comprehension); review the 100 civic questions (history and government); and practice your reading and writing. Registration required.

Wags & Tales Reading Program - Ages 5-9

Sat, Apr 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Northwest Regional Library - # 133

Kids ages 5-12 can practice their reading skills and gain confidence while reading to a pet-therapy dog. This is a first come-first served basis program.

VITA Tax Assistance

Sat, Apr 26, 10:30am - 3:30pm

West Regional Library - 237, Meeting Room

Broward Tax Pro (a local volunteer income Tax Assistance program) offers free tax preparation assistance for individuals and families who meet eligibility requirements.

Galt Ocean Mile Art Club

Sat, Apr 26, 10:30am - 1:00pm

Galt Ocean Mile Reading Center - Multipurpose Room

Open art studio with local community members and artists. All skill levels are welcome to join the group. Unleash your inner artist!

Take and Make: Spring Gnome Craft - Ages 3-8

Sat, Apr 26, 10:30am - 5:30pm

Weston Branch

While supplies last.

Broward Tax Pro - Tax Preparation Services

Sat, Apr 26, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Multipurpose Room

Free tax preparation services. First come, first served.

Toddler Free Play - fun for ages 12-36 months.

Sat, Apr 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

Give your little one a chance to make new friends while playing with toys appropriate for ages 12-36 months.

Mind & Soul Meditation: Advanced

Sat, Apr 26, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Room 214

Join this five-week series presented by Dr Hansa Dinanath, experienced Raja Yogi meditator, for a sharing of ideas, feelings, and visualization to enhance and develop your inner peace and strength.

El Día de Los Niños/Children’s Day - Family Event

Sat, Apr 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - 135

This bilingual event is free and open to all children and their families. Please secure your spot by registering. Space is limited.

Chess Club

Sat, Apr 26, 11:00am - 12:30pm

West Regional Library - 140, Program Room (Youth)

A chance for casual practice or play for ages 5-18.

Friends of the Library Book Sale - Hosted by the Friends of the Lauderhill Towne Centre Library

Sat, Apr 26, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library - Lobby

Support the Friends of Lauderhill Towne Centre and the library during their monthly book sale.

"Our Voices: Festival of Words"

Sat, Apr 26, 11:00am - 5:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Auditorium,Café,Dianne Bienes Seminar Room # 1,Ellyn F. Walters Conference Room,Gallery B,Green Room,Harambee Room,Lobby,Michael Bienes Seminar Room #2

"Our Voices: Festival of Words" is a free community festival that celebrates the diversity and joy of literature through multiple activities Register

YOU GOT THIS! Build Your Credit Without Accumulating Deb

Sat, Apr 26, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Join the experts from Consolidated Credit as they share how to earn your financial freedom by building your credit without accumulating debt. Register

Cancelled

Free Income Tax Filing Assistance - An IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program

Sat, Apr 26, 11:30am - 5:30pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library

This program is part of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program. Qualifying conditions such as income may apply.

Beginners English Cafe/US Citizenship Help

Sat, Apr 26, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Riverland Branch - Meeting Room

English Cafe classes will focus on vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar. US Citizenship Help follows English Cafe

Learn the Tarot

Sat, Apr 26, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Learn the Tarot in this monthly class.

This event is full

Chess Club - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Sat, Apr 26, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center - Multipurpose Room

Enjoy casual round of chess! Novice and experienced players welcome. Provided in partnership with the Miramar Chess Club.

El Dia De Los Ninos (Children's Day/Book Day) Celebration!

Sat, Apr 26, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Tyrone Bryant Branch - Multipurpose Room

Join us in celebrating "Dia".

Internet Overview for Beginners. - computer class

Sat, Apr 26, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

West Regional Library - 202, Computer Center

Registration is recommended. In this class, you will learn basic skills and how to use the tools needed to access the Internet safely and efficiently.

Let's Dance - The LINE DANCE - Learn or Practice New Dances

Sat, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Auditorium

Learn the basics or practice different dance styles while exercising your mind, body, and spirit with dance instructor Danny Carter. All dance levels are welcome! Open to ages 18 years+.

Spanish Cafe for Beginners - Learn and practice Spanish

Sat, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

Learn and practice Spanish - vocabulary, grammar, and conversation!

Canva Creations - Recycling Posters

Sat, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Computer Training Center

Share ideas, techniques and tips with likeminded community members to improve your graphic design knowledge

Games & Gaming - video & board games for ages 10-18.

Sat, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

Have fun challenging your fellow teens & tweens.

STEAM & Discover! Ages 6 to 11. Earth Day Themed! - Registration required.

Sat, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Carver Ranches Branch - Multipurpose Room

Join us to explore and discover exciting STEAM topics every month! For kids ages 6 to 11 years old. Every last Saturday of the month. April's activity will be inspired on Earth Day- Bird Feeders!

Games People Play - Mahjong, Cards, Chess Board games and more

Sat, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 226

Whether you are a Mahjong master, a card game enthusiast, a Chess strategist or a board game lover, join us! You can gather with friends, meet new people and indulge in your favorite game.

Beginner Spanish Cafe

Sat, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Riverland Branch - Multipurpose Room

Join us and learn the basics of Spanish with an emphasis on vocabulary, grammar, and conversation.

Chess Club - Casual practice or play for all ages

Sat, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 5:30pm

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch - Multipurpose Room

Come play and learn chess for all ages and abilities.

Chatting with ChatGPT for Writers with Jaimie Engle (Online)

Sat, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Online - Broward County Library

Writers.... learn how to use AI.Register

Teen DIY: Spring Craft - For ages 12-18. Registration is required.

Sat, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Sunshine Room

Spring is here! Join us for our monthly DIY craft program. Materials will be provided while supplies last.

Minecraft Perler Bead KeyChains

Sat, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Feeling inspired by the Minecraft Movie? Create Steve, Creeper, and Ghast to satisfy that creative itch!

Music From the American Cinema

Sat, Apr 26, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Pembroke Pines/Walter C. Young Resource Center - Storytime Room

Please join us for a jazz concert at PE!

Family Fun & Games - Board Games, Cards, Puzzles, and More!

Sat, Apr 26, 2:30pm - 3:45pm

Beach Branch - Meeting Room

Join us for an afternoon of family fun. Enjoy your favorite classic board games, card games or puzzles. Fun for all ages!

The Many Facets of Leonardo Da Vinci

Sat, Apr 26, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Main Library - Programming Room (1)

Explore the life and works of rennaissance artist and inventor, Leonard Da Vinci.

Lego Builders Club - Kids come and create with LEGO!

Sat, Apr 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Weston Branch - Multipurpose Room (Room 120)

Kids come and create with LEGO!

Teen Writer Workshop

Sat, Apr 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

*This event is for ages 13- 18 year olds. Registered patrons within the age group will be given a priority to the event.

Poetic Handcuffs - the Kinky Side of Form

Sat, Apr 26, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Tarrazu Coffee Co. - 4863 Coconut Creek Parkway, Coconut Creek

Join the Laureate of Coconut Creek, Laura McDermott Matheric for this poetry workshop series.

Cancelled

Creative Writer's Group - 14 and up

Sat, Apr 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hollywood Branch

Discover your voice and listen to others' creative works.

Cancelled

Kids: Come and Learn the Albanian Language & Culture! - For Kids

Sat, Apr 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hollywood Branch

This class is open for kids ages 5 - 18 to learn the language and culture of Albania.

Film Discussion - The Health Care Divide

Sat, Apr 26, 4:15pm - 6:00pm

Lauderhill Central Park Library

Our library staff will be discussing the documentary film The Health Care Divide. Free light refreshments will be served to attendees.

CK-Take & Make - a take home craft for ages 5 & up.

Sun, Apr 27, All day

South Regional/Broward College Library

Can't make it to Crafty Kids on Fridays? No problem! Stop by the Youth Services desk any time after the program for a kit to take home and make.

Large Book Fair - Sponsored by the Friends of the Lauderdale Lakes Library

Sun, Apr 27, All day

Lauderdale Lakes Branch Library/Educational and Cultural Center

Please come check out a nice selection of non-fiction books for adults: culinary, technology, textbooks, spiritual, etc.

Take-N-Make Craft Kits

Sun, Apr 27, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Take a kit and make a craft at home – new theme each month!

2nd Floor Photo Op - April Theme 4/1-4/30: Spring on South Beach

Sun, Apr 27, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Take a selfie "on" Miami Beach!

PEEPS® Diorama Contest Voting (Exhibit) - Vote for your favorite PEEPS® Diorama!

Sun, Apr 27, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Southwest Regional Library

Come to the library to view the PEEPS® Diorama Contest entries and vote for your favorites! Ballots can be cast April 25th through May 6th!

Jewish Genealogical Society - Open Research Lab

Sun, Apr 27, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Members of the Jewish Genealogical Society of Broward County are available to assist you and to help answer any questions that have you stumped. Register

Baby & Toddler Playdate

Sun, Apr 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Come join us for an hour of free play! Register

The Black Cloud: The Deadly Hurricane of 1928 - Sponsored by the Friends of the Stirling Road Branch Library

Sun, Apr 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Please join us for our monthly Hollywood Historical Society event! This month, Eliot Kleinberg, author of the book "The Black Cloud: The Deadly Hurricane of 1928", will speak about his book!

Magic the Gathering: - Casual Commander Sunday

Sun, Apr 27, 2:00pm - 5:30pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Classroom

Do you play Magic the Gathering Commander or want to learn how to play?

Jigsaw Puzzle Competition:

Sun, Apr 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Multipurpose Room

Have a blast piecing together a 500 piece puzzle against other teams from the community. Teams limited to size of 2-4 and registration required.

Reading & Writing Workshop for SAT - Sponsored by the Friends of the Stirling Road Branch Library

Sun, Apr 27, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Prepare for the June SAT with this intensive, 4 session workshop. Free for high school students in grades 10-12 only. Students must attend all 4 sessions.

CK-Take & Make - a take home craft for ages 5 & up.

Mon, Apr 28, All day

South Regional/Broward College Library

Can't make it to Crafty Kids on Fridays? No problem! Stop by the Youth Services desk any time after the program for a kit to take home and make.

Reveal the Beauty - The Literature and Art of the Harlem Renaissance

Mon, Apr 28, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery C

Featuring Works from the Dorothy Porter Wesley Collection. On display from February - June 2025.

"Year Long Summers" - Photography by Bri Mason

Mon, Apr 28, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery D

Viewers are invited to experience South Florida's artistic landscape's warmth, energy, and depth, as seen through the lens of those who live and breathe its perpetual summer.

Large Book Fair - Sponsored by the Friends of the Lauderdale Lakes Library

Mon, Apr 28, All day

Lauderdale Lakes Branch Library/Educational and Cultural Center

Please come check out a nice selection of non-fiction books for adults: culinary, technology, textbooks, spiritual, etc.

Toddler Storytime

Mon, Apr 28, 10:00am - 11:00am

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch

Dances, stories and bubbles followed by a craft and free play. Ages 1-2.

Preschool Storytime - 11 AM - 12 PM

Mon, Apr 28, 10:00am - 11:00am

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch

Dances, stories and bubbles followed by a craft and free play. Ages 3-4. (60 min)

Teens Read: Book Review Display - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Mon, Apr 28, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center

Earn volunteer hours by reviewing books!

Take-N-Make Craft Kits

Mon, Apr 28, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Take a kit and make a craft at home – new theme each month!

2nd Floor Photo Op - April Theme 4/1-4/30: Spring on South Beach

Mon, Apr 28, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Take a selfie "on" Miami Beach!

PEEPS® Diorama Contest Voting (Exhibit) - Vote for your favorite PEEPS® Diorama!

Mon, Apr 28, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Southwest Regional Library

Come to the library to view the PEEPS® Diorama Contest entries and vote for your favorites! Ballots can be cast April 25th through May 6th!

The Storefront: AdrienneRose Gionta - Artist-in-Residency -- Broward County Main Library

Mon, Apr 28, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library - The Storefront

AdrienneRose Gionta joins Main Library's The Storefront residency for the months of March and April. Visit the art space and engage in a virtually domesticated reality created and curated by ARG.

English Cafe - Intermediate Conversation - Practice conversational English.

Mon, Apr 28, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

A place where speakers of other languages can practice intermediate level reading and conversational English. Instruction from volunteers of the Southwest Regional Library.

Little BIG Readers Preschool Storytime. Ages 3-5 years old. - Registration is required. All guests must register.

Mon, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

Southwest Regional Library - Sunshine Room

ABCs, 123s, and so much more! Join us for sing-a-longs and super fun activities that help little minds grow into big readers! This storytime is tailored to children ages 3 to 5.

Registration opens Monday, April 21 2025 at 9:00am

Cancelled

Hora de cuentos bilingüe/Bilingual Storytime - Para las familias/for families

Mon, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:15am

Hollywood Branch

Join us for a fun, family time of bilingual songs and stories. ¡Disfruten en familia con divertidos cuentos y canciones bilingües!

English Cafe Advanced (Online) - Class size limited.

Mon, Apr 28, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Online - Broward County Library

Instruction from volunteers of Miramar Branch Library and moderated by Library Staff. Register

Preschool Storytime: Ages 3-5

Mon, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:15am

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Please join us for a story, practicing early literacy skills, an activity, and playtime!

Cancelled

English Cafe Intermediate - Improve your English skills

Mon, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

Weston Branch

Come practice your English in a group setting.

Preschool Storytime

Mon, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

Imperial Point Branch - Multipurpose Room

Come and join us for stories. songs and playtime with lots of laughter. Children ages 3-5 years old with parents and caregivers.

Broward Tax Pro 2025 - Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)

Mon, Apr 28, 11:00am - 7:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Michael Bienes Seminar Room #2

Free tax preparation services in Broward County for qualifying taxpayers.

Job Fair

Mon, Apr 28, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Multipurpose Room

Looking for a job? Meet recruiters and apply for jobs!

Little BIG Readers Preschool Storytime. Ages 3-5 years old. - Registration is required. All guests must register.

Mon, Apr 28, 11:15am - 11:45am

Southwest Regional Library - Sunshine Room

ABCs, 123s, and so much more! Join us for sing-a-longs and super fun activities that help little minds grow into big readers! This storytime is tailored to children ages 3 to 5.

Registration opens Monday, April 21 2025 at 9:00am

Ageless Grace - Timeless Fitness and Fun for the Body and Mind

Mon, Apr 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Auditorium

Based on consciously choosing to change the brain through physical movements while seated, join Eleanor Robinson in playful exercises, similar to childhood activities. For all ages!

This event is full

Chair Yoga with Instructor Manette - Seated yoga for the body and mind

Mon, Apr 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Main Library - 6E Multipurpose

Chair Yoga has a new schedule for 2025: Mondays, 12-1pm. Sit, stretch, and breathe with Manette during an effective seated yoga exercise class.

Ageless Grace - Registration Required (60-person max)

Mon, Apr 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

West Regional Library - 103, Multipurpose Room

Chair exercises based on consciously choosing to change the brain through physical movements Fitness for brain and body.

This event is full

Rare Adventures (Exhibition) - An exhibit of late 19th & 20th century travel

Mon, Apr 28, 12:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library

Now through May 19, 2025. Go back in time with this selection of materials from the Bienes Museum of the Modern Book and the Special Collections and Archives of AARLCC.

Rescheduled

Spanish Cafe - Intermediate

Mon, Apr 28, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

New date Monday, April 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Weston Branch

Spanish vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills at the intermediate level.

Memoir Writing Workshop - All are welcome

Mon, Apr 28, 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Main Library - Bienes Museum Ceremonial Room

Join us on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month, from 1-3.30pm, on the 6th Floor of the Main Library in downtown Fort Lauderdale. We meet year round.

Cancelled

Free Income Tax Filing Assistance - An IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program

Mon, Apr 28, 1:00pm - 7:30pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library

This program is part of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program. Qualifying conditions such as income may apply.

VITA Tax Assistance

Mon, Apr 28, 1:00pm - 7:00pm

VITA Tax Assistance - 237, Meeting Room

Broward Tax Pro (a local volunteer income Tax Assistance program) offers free tax preparation assistance for individuals and families who meet eligibility requirements.

Cancelled

Bad Art Club - Adults, New Adults

Mon, Apr 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Hollywood Branch

No exception of greatness just an exception of making fun art.

Color Me Calm-Adult Coloring Club

Mon, Apr 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch - Conference Room

Let's get together for an afternoon of de-stressing and self-expressing with adult coloring!

Cancelled

English Cafe

Mon, Apr 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Pembroke Pines/Walter C. Young Resource Center

Practice & improve your conversational English.

Stay & Play: Early Literacy Story/Playtime @ the Library!

Mon, Apr 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Tyrone Bryant Branch - Multipurpose Room

Playtime isn't just fun—it's vital for your child's early literacy development! Join us for playtime, stories, and to meet new friends! Biweekly program for Ages: 2 years & Up

Tai Chi 4 for Arthritis Weekly Mondays & Wednesdays - March 17 - May 7. Minimum age 60 years old.

Mon, Apr 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Pompano Beach Library and Cultural Center - Multipurpose Room

The Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi Program is a one hour workshop offered twice a week for eight weeks. Sponsored by the Aging and Disability Resource Center / Area Agency on Aging - Broward County.

Mother's Day upcycled flower pin. two sessions. - Upcycling art class

Mon, Apr 28, 1:00pm - 3:30pm

West Regional Library - 237, Meeting Room

Registration is required for the two sessions. Create an upcycled paper flower for mom with your own two hands, your choice of an Iris or a rose.

Strength and Balance - Registration Required (60-person max)

Mon, Apr 28, 1:15pm - 2:00pm

West Regional Library - 103, Multipurpose Room

Strength and Balance is a total body workout which focuses on strengthening the arms, legs, and core through movement to improve muscle tone and mobility. Proper footwear is required.

This event is full

Teen Time

Mon, Apr 28, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Teen Space

Hang out in the Teen Lounge after school. Watch a movie, play board games, and relax after class! For Middle and High Schoolers.

Craft and Chat

Mon, Apr 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 226

Bring your project and materials; we’ll provide workspace, snacks, and conversation.

Afterschool Homework Help

Mon, Apr 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library - Youth Area

Free Homework Help is offered after school from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the Youth Services area. One on One and Group Activities are available.

Cancelled

Podcasting for Beginners with Frank

Mon, Apr 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Imperial Point Branch

Learn basic podcasting skills from Frank Georgee. The classes will review how to start a new podcast, how to use social media to market a podcast, and the differences between music and talk podcasts.

Afterschool - Teen hang-out in the Living Room

Mon, Apr 28, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Videogames, entertainment, and space to chill or engage.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 9:00am

Creepy Crawley Critters with Ms. Lettie, "The Bug Lady"

Mon, Apr 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library - Multipurpose Room

Join an entertaining entomology program great for insect enthusiasts and curious inquirers alike!

Homework Help - For children in grades K - 12

Mon, Apr 28, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library - Youth Services Area

The homework help program provides assistance with homework questions. Walk-ins welcome!

Homework Help - For children aged 5 - 12

Mon, Apr 28, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch - Multipurpose Room

The homework help program provides assistance with homework questions. Walk-ins welcome!

Mainstreaming Education College & Career Advancement - MECCA Tutoring Program by Broward County Public Schools

Mon, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Café

Free academic assistance for all Broward County Public and Charter School students. Registration required.Register

Chess Club

Mon, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Room 214

Casual game play for both the novice and experienced players of all ages. Bring a game clock if you prefer to play timed chess matches.

This event is full

Spanish Cafe - Intermediate

Mon, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Weston Branch

Spanish vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills at the intermediate level.

Cancelled

Chair Yoga -Instructor Leigh Ann Russo - No Registration- First Come First Served (50-person max)

Mon, Apr 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

New venue Weston Branch

Please join us, as Leigh Ann Russo, Registered Yoga Teacher and Certified Holistic Health Coach presents Chair Yoga. These classes benefit people of all ages.

Silent Sketching Hour

Mon, Apr 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Bring your sketchbook and sketch in peace at the library's craft room!

English Cafe Beginner - Practice English

Mon, Apr 28, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 226

Free classes that consist of conversation, vocabulary, games and pronunciation. Registration is required & class size is limited.

Queer Book Club - Adults, New Adults

Mon, Apr 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Conference Room

This month's book is Paul Takes the Form of a Mortal Girl by Andrea Lawlor.

Cancelled

Queer Book Club - Adults, New Adults

Mon, Apr 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Hollywood Branch

This month's book is All Out, The No-longer Secret Stories of Queer Teens Throughout The Ages.

SAT/ACT Workshops - Ready for College: College Readiness Workshops

Mon, Apr 28, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Programming Room (1)

Prepare for the SAT/ACT with this intensive, 5-session workshop. This program is for high school students, grades 10-12.

Registration is now closed

English Cafe - Intermediate Conversational English (Online) - on Zoom

Mon, Apr 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Online - Broward County Library

This online class brings together speakers of other languages to practice conversational, intermediate-level English and reading. Register

Computer Basics for Older Adults Course - Facilitated by AARP OATS Program

Mon, Apr 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Lauderhill Central Park Library

In this 10-week, PC-based course, you’ll learn the basics of how to operate a computer and navigate the internet in ways that can enrich your life.

This event is full

Literacy Basics for the U.S. Citizenship Test - Instruction by a Southwest Regional Library Volunteer.

Mon, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

Learn the English alphabet and the words and sentences for the United States Citizenship Test.

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Class (In-Person) - By Hispanic Unity of Florida

Mon, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

West Regional Library - 230, Conference Room

We will help you practice for the interview (speaking and comprehension); review the 100 civic questions (history and government); and practice your reading and writing.

Twilight Tales - a story time for the whole family.

Mon, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

Join us for stories, songs, and crafting fun for the whole family.

Bingo! For Books

Mon, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Davie/Cooper City Branch

Join us and play Bingo to win free books! Registration is required.

Meet Local Author Kyoshi Anthony Ferguson - My Life in the Art of Shorin Ryu Matsubayashi RYU Karate

Mon, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 7:15pm

Pompano Beach Library and Cultural Center - Multipurpose Room

Kyoshi Anthony Ferguson is an eighth-degree black belt in Shorin Ryu Matsubayshi Ryu karate..He has been inducted three times into the United States Black Belt Hall of Fame.

Introduction to Computers for Beginners

Mon, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library - Computer Lab

Come learn about the basic operations of a desktop computer. This class is limited to 15 participants. Walk-ins are welcome!

Crochet for a Cause - Friends of the Lauderhill Towne Centre Library

Mon, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library - Multipurpose Room

Crochet for a good cause with the Friends of Lauderhill Towne Centre Library. Both beginners and experts are welcome! All supplies provided but participants can also bring in their own supplies.

Adult Book Club: "Dinner For Vampires” - Registration required

Mon, Apr 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Carver Ranches Branch - Multipurpose Room

Join us to discuss the book: "Dinner for Vampires” by Bethany Joy Lenz about an actress, known for her role on “One Tree Hill”, describing her time in a cult and how she stepped away from it.

English Cafe for All Levels

Mon, Apr 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library

Participants will be able to both learn and practice their English language skills.

Pajama Story Time

Mon, Apr 28, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Enjoy a casual story time & songs with the family!Register

Resumes 101 - Bienes Ceremonial Room - 6th floor

Mon, Apr 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Bienes Museum Ceremonial Room

An introduction to creating new resumes for the right job!

CK-Take & Make - a take home craft for ages 5 & up.

Tue, Apr 29, All day

South Regional/Broward College Library

Can't make it to Crafty Kids on Fridays? No problem! Stop by the Youth Services desk any time after the program for a kit to take home and make.

Reveal the Beauty - The Literature and Art of the Harlem Renaissance

Tue, Apr 29, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery C

Featuring Works from the Dorothy Porter Wesley Collection. On display from February - June 2025.

"Year Long Summers" - Photography by Bri Mason

Tue, Apr 29, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery D

Viewers are invited to experience South Florida's artistic landscape's warmth, energy, and depth, as seen through the lens of those who live and breathe its perpetual summer.

Large Book Fair - Sponsored by the Friends of the Lauderdale Lakes Library

Tue, Apr 29, All day

Lauderdale Lakes Branch Library/Educational and Cultural Center

Please come check out a nice selection of non-fiction books for adults: culinary, technology, textbooks, spiritual, etc.

Cancelled

AM Yoga Stretch (Online)

Tue, Apr 29, 8:30am - 9:00am

Online - Broward County Library

This is an online beginner class with focus on flexibility and strength.

Rare Adventures (Exhibition) - An exhibit of late 19th & 20th century travel

Tue, Apr 29, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Now through May 19, 2025. Go back in time with this selection of materials from the Bienes Museum of the Modern Book and the Special Collections and Archives of AARLCC.

Teens Read: Book Review Display - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Tue, Apr 29, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center

Earn volunteer hours by reviewing books!

Take-N-Make Craft Kits

Tue, Apr 29, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Take a kit and make a craft at home – new theme each month!

2nd Floor Photo Op - April Theme 4/1-4/30: Spring on South Beach

Tue, Apr 29, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Take a selfie "on" Miami Beach!

Take and Make at Main Library - 2nd Floor

Tue, Apr 29, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Main Library

Hop into spring with a fun craft. Supplies are limited.

PEEPS® Diorama Contest Voting (Exhibit) - Vote for your favorite PEEPS® Diorama!

Tue, Apr 29, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Southwest Regional Library

Come to the library to view the PEEPS® Diorama Contest entries and vote for your favorites! Ballots can be cast April 25th through May 6th!

The Storefront: AdrienneRose Gionta - Artist-in-Residency -- Broward County Main Library

Tue, Apr 29, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library - The Storefront

AdrienneRose Gionta joins Main Library's The Storefront residency for the months of March and April. Visit the art space and engage in a virtually domesticated reality created and curated by ARG.

English Cafe - Intermediate Grammar - Focuses on vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar.

Tue, Apr 29, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

Classes taught by a Southwest Regional Library Volunteer.

Inside Out Storytime: Exploring Emotions

Tue, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:15am

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Youth Service Story Room

Join us for "Inside Out Storytime: Exploring Emotions." This storytime is perfect for little ones and families to discover the magic of emotions together.Register

Cancelled

Read, Baby, Read - Storytime for Early Learners!

Tue, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hollywood Branch

Babies- ages 0-36 months will experience fun books, engaging songs, and the company of other little ones in this interactive program.

Toddler Storytime. Ages 0-3. - Registration required.

Tue, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

Carver Ranches Branch - Multipurpose Room

Stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 0 to 3 years old with parent and caregiver.

Toddler Storytime - Children ages 1 to 3 years old with an adult.

Tue, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

Northwest Regional Library - 135

Stories and songs for toddlers and their families to practice literacy skills. Limited to first 60 participants. Registration Required.

This event is full

Rhythms & Rhymes Storytime! - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Tue, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center - Multipurpose Room

Storytime: Stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 2-5.

Toddler Time

Tue, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

West Regional Library - 140, Program Room (Youth)

Stories, songs, and rhymes, ages 18-35 months. Registration is required for each child.

Registration opens Tuesday, April 22 2025 at 9:00am

Dia de los ninos/Day of the Children: A Magical Celebration - 2nd Floor - Active Learning Center

Tue, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:15am

Main Library

Come celebrate Dia de los ninos in this fun, high energy event with Marci Poppins featuring magic, storytelling and puppets.

Excel Essential Training (3 Part Series) - Part 1: 4/15, Part 2: 4/22, Part 3: 4/29

Tue, Apr 29, 10:30am - 12:30pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Computer Training Center

Learn the basics of Microsoft Excel.

Rescheduled

Intro to Photo Editing Tools - Presented by Senior Planet (Miami) from AARP

Tue, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

New date Thursday, May 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch

Fix blurry photos, remove unwanted objects, and enhance your images! Learn about free, easy-to-use photo editing tools and apps in this practical session.

Construction Zone - Educational program for ages 3 to 5

Tue, Apr 29, 11:00am - 11:30am

Northwest Regional - 133

Children aged 3 to 5 will collaborate to engage in crafting puzzles, games, and various enjoyable activities.

PreSchool Storytime

Tue, Apr 29, 11:00am - 11:45am

Riverland Branch - Multipurpose Room

Stories, songs, learning activities and craft. Recommended for ages 1 - 5

Health and Nutrition Workshop - Improving healthy habits across four Pillars of Wellness.

Tue, Apr 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Margate Branch Library - Auditorium

Come learn and share in the experience on how to improve your healthy habits through hydration, mindfulness, nutrition and physical activity.

Toddler Time

Tue, Apr 29, 11:15am - 11:45am

West Regional Library

Stories, songs, and rhymes, ages 18-35 months. Registration is required for each child.

Registration opens Tuesday, April 22 2025 at 9:00am

Chair Yoga - Instructor Leigh Ann Russo

Tue, Apr 29, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

West Regional Library - 103, Multipurpose Room

Leigh Ann Russo, Registered Yoga Teacher and Certified Holistic Health Coach presents Chair Yoga. These classes benefit people of all ages. Registration opens two weeks prior to event.

Intermediate English Cafe - Practice conversational English.

Tue, Apr 29, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

West Regional Library - 230, Conference Room

Practice intermediate level reading and English conversation. Instruction from experienced volunteer teachers from the West Regional Library.

Hot Topics - Library Living Room

Tue, Apr 29, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Northwest Regional Library

Come and enjoy different activities throughout the week in the comfort of your library! For adults 50+

VITA Tax Assistance

Tue, Apr 29, 1:00pm - 7:00pm

VITA Tax Assistance - 237, Meeting Room

Broward Tax Pro (a local volunteer income Tax Assistance program) offers free tax preparation assistance for individuals and families who meet eligibility requirements.

Teen Time

Tue, Apr 29, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Teen Space

Hang out in the Teen Lounge after school. Watch a movie, play board games, and relax after class! For Middle and High Schoolers.

Cancelled

Conversational Spanish for Beginners - For Adults

Tue, Apr 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Hollywood Branch

This conversational Spanish class will help you with your pronunciation and to build your vocabulary.

Afterschool Homework Help

Tue, Apr 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library - Youth Area

Free Homework Help is offered after school from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the Youth Services area. One on One and Group Activities are available.

Ask Us Anything: Technology and Computers

Tue, Apr 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Galt Ocean Mile Reading Center

Need help with understanding how to use your computer, phone, or tablet? Bring all your questions and receive training that will empower you.

Pull Up A Chair - Sponsored by the Friends of the Stirling Road Branch Library

Tue, Apr 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

An interactive program focusing on the commonalities of life as we age. We'll listen, laugh and commiserate while creating a bond that brings everyone “into the circle” as they “Pull Up a Chair!”

Caregiver Support Meeting

Tue, Apr 29, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

West Regional Library - 230, Conference Room

Connect with fellow caregivers, discuss self-care and discover local resources.

Afterschool - Teen hang-out in the Living Room

Tue, Apr 29, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Videogames, entertainment, and space to chill or engage.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 9:00am

Story Time Fun - stories and fun for kids ages 3-6.

Tue, Apr 29, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

Join us for stories, songs, and fun.

Homework Help - For children ages 5-12

Tue, Apr 29, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch - Multipurpose Room

The homework help program provides assistance with homework questions. Walk-ins welcome!

I am Change (Motivating Future Leaders) - Presented by Friends of North Lauderdale Library

Tue, Apr 29, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch

Motivating Future Leaders is a Public Speaking and Leadership Program designed to empower young individuals to develop leadership skills and improve their public speaking abilities.

Cancelled

Wags & Tales - For ages 5-18

Tue, Apr 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Hollywood Branch

Read to a therapy dog at the library!

Wags & Tales - For ages 5-12

Tue, Apr 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Storytime Room

Read to a therapy dog at the library!

Mainstreaming Education College & Career Advancement - MECCA Tutoring Program by Broward County Public Schools

Tue, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Café

Free academic assistance for all Broward County Public and Charter School students. Registration required.Register

Creation Station Monthly April Creation Station Podcasts

Tue, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Online - Broward County Library

Creation Station Monthly is a 45-60 minute monthly program that brings two strangers together to talk about a creative topic they both are interested in.

After School Fun for grades K-2 - Come for a story and a craft

Tue, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

Please register for the event.

Game Night - Play PS5, Nintendo Switch, and Board Games

Tue, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Come enjoy Game Nights at the Sunrise Dan Pearl Library. Whether it's a two-player match or 5, our library has you covered!

Once Upon a Quest: A Fairy Tale Escape Room

Tue, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

The Fairy Tale Portal has unexpectedly opened, transporting you to a land of mythical creatures and mixed-up magic. Register

Control Your Money - Hands on Budgeting So Your Money Doesn't Control You

Tue, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Dianne Bienes Seminar Room # 1

Does your money control you? Where you go, what you do and when? Learn simple ways to control your money so it no longer controls you.

History Uncovered - A discussion group for people who love history.

Tue, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 226

Join this discussion group for history lovers!

Stories and Slime

Tue, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch

We read three picture books and then make a simple slime using glue, baking soda and contact lens solution. Ages 4 and up.

Generalidades del Internet para principiantes. - Computer Class in Spanish

Tue, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

West Regional Library - 202, Computer Center

Se recomienda matricularse En este curso aprenderás habilidades básicas y a usar las herramientas necesarias para entrar al internet de forma segura y eficiente.

Generalidades del Internet para principiantes - Computer class in Spanish

Tue, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

West Regional Library

Se recomienda matricularse. En este curso aprenderás habilidades básicas y a usar las herramientas necesarias para entrar al internet de forma segura y eficiente.

Meet De'Marcus Terry From the City of Deerfield Beach

Tue, Apr 29, 4:15pm - 5:00pm

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch

De'Marcus Terry, Parks and Rec Manager with the City of Deerfield Beach will be at Slime Time to tell us about all the amazing activities the city has planned for summer.

Chess Club

Tue, Apr 29, 4:30pm - 7:30pm

Imperial Point Branch

A chance for casual practice or play for ages 5 to adult.

Tai Chi Focus at Main Library - with Instructor Fan Yang

Tue, Apr 29, 4:45pm - 6:00pm

Main Library - Programming Room (1)

Practice Yang-style Tai Chi with expert instructor Fan Yang on Tuesdays!

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Class

Tue, Apr 29, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Room 214

We will help you: Practice for the interview (speaking and comprehension); review the 100 civic questions (history and government); and practice your reading and writing.

English Cafe for All Levels

Tue, Apr 29, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Room 222

This is a free class where speakers of other languages can practice reading and conversational English. This is an all-level class for different levels of proficiency.

English Cafe - Beginner - Class is full.

Tue, Apr 29, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Pompano Beach Library and Cultural Center - Conference Room

Instruction from volunteers of Pompano Beach Branch and moderated by library staff.

Study Session Hosted by Teen Advisory Board

Tue, Apr 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Join TAB for a self-led Study Session for the upcoming SAT/ACTs.Register

Cancelled

English Cafe - Beginner - Practice English

Tue, Apr 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hollywood Branch

Free classes that consist of conversation, vocabulary, games and pronunciation. Registration is required & class size is limited.

Meet the Author: Donna Scott - The London Monster

Tue, Apr 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 154

Join us for this monthly event series where book enthusiasts gather to connect with authors. Each month features a discussion with a different author.

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Class - Everything You Need to Know to Pass Your Interview and Test.

Tue, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

Instruction by Citizens-in-Action Volunteers of the Southwest Regional Library.

Family Storytime. All Ages.

Tue, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Everglades Room

Family Evening Storytime: Activities and stories before bedtime.

Registration opens Tuesday, April 22 2025 at 9:00am

English Cafe - Beginner

Tue, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Practice and improve your English conversation skills. Classes will focus on vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar.

Cancelled

Are You Lender Ready? Lender Panel & Business Pitch Contest - Presented by the U. S. Small Business Administration

Tue, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library

Learn everything you need to know before you apply for a business loan.

English Cafe for Beginners

Tue, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch - Meeting Room

Free classes that consist of conversation, vocabulary and pronunciation.

U. S. Citizenship and Naturalization Course

Tue, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Weston Branch - Conference Room (Room 107)

Everything You Need to Know to Pass Your Interview and Test.

I am Change(Motivating Future Leaders): Coding for the Youth - Presented by Friends of North Lauderdale Library

Tue, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch - Multipurpose Room

Motivating Future Leaders, Coding for the Youth, aims to provide high-quality computer coding classes for youth aged 11-18.

Books and Cooks Steering Committee Meeting

Tue, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch - Multipurpose Room

Books and Cooks Steering Committee Meeting

Beginners English Cafe

Tue, Apr 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Classroom

Classes will focus on vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar.

CK-Take & Make - a take home craft for ages 5 & up.

Wed, Apr 30, All day

South Regional/Broward College Library

Can't make it to Crafty Kids on Fridays? No problem! Stop by the Youth Services desk any time after the program for a kit to take home and make.

Reveal the Beauty - The Literature and Art of the Harlem Renaissance

Wed, Apr 30, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery C

Featuring Works from the Dorothy Porter Wesley Collection. On display from February - June 2025.

"Year Long Summers" - Photography by Bri Mason

Wed, Apr 30, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery D

Viewers are invited to experience South Florida's artistic landscape's warmth, energy, and depth, as seen through the lens of those who live and breathe its perpetual summer.

Cancelled

Large Book Fair - Sponsored by the Friends of the Lauderdale Lakes Library

Wed, Apr 30, All day

Lauderdale Lakes Branch Library/Educational and Cultural Center

Please come check out a nice selection of non-fiction books for adults: technology, textbooks, spiritual, etc.

Large Book Fair - Sponsored by the Friends of the Lauderdale Lakes Library

Wed, Apr 30, All day

Lauderdale Lakes Branch Library/Educational and Cultural Center

Please come check out a nice selection of non-fiction books for adults: culinary, technology, textbooks, spiritual, etc.

Cancelled

Broward County Property Appraiser Outreach - Homestead Exemption Filing

Wed, Apr 30, 10:00am - 11:30am

Hollywood Branch

Homestead Exemption Filing

Cancelled

English Cafe - Advanced

Wed, Apr 30, 10:00am - 11:30am

Hollywood Branch

A place where speakers of other languages can practice advanced level reading and conversational English.

Teens Read: Book Review Display - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Wed, Apr 30, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center

Earn volunteer hours by reviewing books!

Sharkey's Storytime (ages 3-5)

Wed, Apr 30, 10:00am - 11:00am

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Storytime Graduation!Register

Take-N-Make Craft Kits

Wed, Apr 30, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Take a kit and make a craft at home – new theme each month!

2nd Floor Photo Op - April Theme 4/1-4/30: Spring on South Beach

Wed, Apr 30, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Take a selfie "on" Miami Beach!

PEEPS® Diorama Contest Voting (Exhibit) - Vote for your favorite PEEPS® Diorama!

Wed, Apr 30, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Southwest Regional Library

Come to the library to view the PEEPS® Diorama Contest entries and vote for your favorites! Ballots can be cast April 25th through May 6th!

The Storefront: AdrienneRose Gionta - Artist-in-Residency -- Broward County Main Library

Wed, Apr 30, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library - The Storefront

AdrienneRose Gionta joins Main Library's The Storefront residency for the months of March and April. Visit the art space and engage in a virtually domesticated reality created and curated by ARG.

Toddler Storytime. Ages 12-35 months. - Registration is required. Toddler and adult must register.

Wed, Apr 30, 10:15am - 10:40am

Southwest Regional Library - Sunshine Room

Toddler Storytime: Stories, songs, and rhymes. Ages 12-35 months.

Registration opens Wednesday, April 23 2025 at 9:00am

English Cafe - Beginner/Intermediate - Focuses on vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar.

Wed, Apr 30, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

This class provides a fun environment to practice English skills. Instruction is provided by a Southwest Regional Library Volunteer.

Baby Lapsit Storytime

Wed, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:00am

Davie/Cooper City Branch

Baby Storytime for ages 3-12 months. Registration required.

Dia de los ninos/Day of the Children: A Magical Celebration - Music and Reading with Rita Rosa Ruesga. Ages 3 & up.

Wed, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:30am

Young At Art (now Broward County Library Branch) - Multipurpose Room

Get ready to dance and have fun with children's book author and Latin Grammy Awards nominee, Rita Rosa Ruesga. Bring the whole family and enjoy nursery rhymes, Hispanic folkloric songs, and stories.

Registration opens Monday, April 21 2025 at 9:00am

Baby Storytime

Wed, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:30am

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch

Songs, rhymes, stories and bubbles. Playtime follows. Ages 3-12 months.

Toddler Storytime. Ages 12-35 months. - Registration is required. Toddler and adult must register.

Wed, Apr 30, 10:50am - 11:15am

Southwest Regional Library - Sunshine Room

Toddler Storytime: Stories, songs, and rhymes. Ages 12-35 months. Registration is required for this in-person program.

Registration opens Wednesday, April 23 2025 at 9:00am

Broward Tax Pro 2025 - Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)

Wed, Apr 30, 11:00am - 7:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Michael Bienes Seminar Room #2

Free tax preparation services in Broward County for qualifying taxpayers.

Mobile Device Help

Wed, Apr 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hollywood Beach Bernice P. Oster Branch

A one on one orientation with a library staff member who can help you learn to use your favorite library apps on your smartphone or tablet. Please bring your smart device fully charged.

Tai Chi 4 for Arthritis Weekly Mondays & Wednesdays - March 17 - May 7. Minimum age 60 years old.

Wed, Apr 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Pompano Beach Library and Cultural Center - Multipurpose Room

The Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi Program is a one hour workshop offered twice a week for eight weeks. Sponsored by the Aging and Disability Resource Center / Area Agency on Aging - Broward County.

Toddler Storytime. Ages 12-35 months. - Registration is required. Toddler and adult must register.

Wed, Apr 30, 11:25am - 11:50am

Southwest Regional Library - Sunshine Room

Stories, songs, and rhymes. Ages 12-35 months.

Registration opens Wednesday, April 23 2025 at 9:00am

English Cafe Intermediate

Wed, Apr 30, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Davie/Cooper City Branch

Practice your English with peers! Taught by volunteers. Registration is required

Rare Adventures (Exhibition) - An exhibit of late 19th & 20th century travel

Wed, Apr 30, 12:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library

Now through May 19, 2025. Go back in time with this selection of materials from the Bienes Museum of the Modern Book and the Special Collections and Archives of AARLCC.

U.S. Small Business Administration Monthly Outreach - For Small Business Owners

Wed, Apr 30, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library - Multipurpose Room

Join the United States Small Business Administration's Outreach team as they share strategies each month to help small business owners and entrepreneurs reach their goals throughout 2025.

Let's Talk About It - Fun conversations for curious minds!

Wed, Apr 30, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

North Regional/BC Library - Room 226

Join us weekly for thought provoking discussions on a wide range of topics. Participants are invited to share insights and explore diverse perspectives.

English Cafe - Intermediate (Online) Limit of 15 students - Registration Required- hosted by Tamarac Library

Wed, Apr 30, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Online - Broward County Library

Practice and improve your conversational English. Classes will focus on vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar. Please register, class size is limited Register

VITA Tax Assistance

Wed, Apr 30, 1:00pm - 7:00pm

VITA Tax Assistance - 237, Meeting Room

Broward Tax Pro (a local volunteer income Tax Assistance program) offers free tax preparation assistance for individuals and families who meet eligibility requirements.

Movie Screening - Fantastic Films at Sunrise: 9½ Weeks

Wed, Apr 30, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch - Meeting Room

Join us for Fantastic Films and watch dramas that will make you cry, sultry on-screen romances that will leave you blushing, and action and thriller films that will have you on the edge of your seat.

Ageless Grace: Brain and Body Fitness - Timeless Fitness for the Body and Mind

Wed, Apr 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Weston Branch

Work out your brain and your body in a chair to great music!

Chess Club

Wed, Apr 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 226

Casual gameplay for both beginner and experienced players.

Teen Time

Wed, Apr 30, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Teen Space

Hang out in the Teen Lounge after school. Watch a movie, play board games, and relax after class! For Middle and High Schoolers.

Chair Yoga - Sponsored by the Friends of the Stirling Road Branch Library

Wed, Apr 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Modified form of yoga using a chair for support.

Afterschool Homework Help

Wed, Apr 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library - Youth Area

Free Homework Help is offered after school from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the Youth Services area. One on One and Group Activities are available.

Cancelled

Broward Supervisor of Elections Outreach

Wed, Apr 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library - Lobby

Meet with the Supervisor of Elections team to register to vote and get your voting questions answered - no appointment needed!

Storytime Fun

Wed, Apr 30, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch - Multipurpose Room

Join us for stories, music, and fun, for ages 2-4. Registration is required for each child.

Knitting and Crochet Club - Come knit and crochet with us! This is NOT a class.

Wed, Apr 30, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Weston Branch - Conference Room (Room 107)

Exchange new stitches and socialize with the group.

Beach Library Book Discussion

Wed, Apr 30, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Beach Branch - Meeting Room

Group discussion on the last Wednesday of the month. April title is The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck. Customers must order their own copy.

Afterschool - Teen hang-out in the Living Room

Wed, Apr 30, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Videogames, entertainment, and space to chill or engage.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 9:00am

Academic Enrichment at Your Library

Wed, Apr 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Youth Service Story Room

Academic enrichment for grades K-12.

Cancelled

Open Gaming - For Ages 5 to 100

Wed, Apr 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Hollywood Branch

Join us to play board games every Wednesday from 3 pm to 5 pm at the Hollywood Library. We will have board games, card games, and puzzles available for people to play.

Mainstreaming Education College & Career Advancement - MECCA Tutoring Program by Broward County Public Schools

Wed, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Café

Free academic assistance for all Broward County Public and Charter School students. Registration required.Register

Celebrate Día! Day of the Children! Family Show & More!! - Registration required.

Wed, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Carver Ranches Branch - Multipurpose Room

Celebrate Día de los niños/El Día de los libros (Day of the Children and Day of the Book) with a performance by ZigZag, a storytelling clown! Facepainting, crafts & light snacks will follow the show.

Game Night - Play PS5, Nintendo Switch, and Board Games

Wed, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 7:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Come enjoy Game Nights at the Sunrise Dan Pearl Library. Whether it's a two-player match or 5, our library has you covered!

Chess Mentorship Program

Wed, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Northwest Branch - Multipurpose Room

Learn strategy, patience, and critical thinking skills in chess.

Internet Overview for Beginners. - Computer class

Wed, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

West Regional Library - 202, Computer Center

Registration is recommended. In this course, you will learn basic skills and how to use the tools needed to access the Internet safely and efficiently.

Algebra 101

Wed, Apr 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Learn tips and tricks for mastering algebra from retied Broward College Professor Michael Ohanian. Registration Required

English Cafe Intermediate - Practice conversational English.

Wed, Apr 30, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 226

Free class for students who have basic English language skills and want to improve their comfort and proficiency in English. Registration is required & class size is limited.

This event is full

Crafts for Teens - Teen Studio

Wed, Apr 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Main Library

Let's get creative. Make a unique pattern with a variety of colorful beads or paint a canvas.

My Body is a Gift Storytime/ Mi Cuerpo es un Regalo - April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

Wed, Apr 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Room 135

Join local author Ms. Correa for a bilingual reading of Mi Cuerpo es un Regalo, a book dedicated to educating young children about sexual assault prevention.

SAT/ACT Workshops - Ready for College: College Readiness Workshops

Wed, Apr 30, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Programming Room (1)

Prepare for the SAT/ACT with this intensive, 5-session workshop. This program is for high school students, grades 10-12.

Registration is now closed

Computer Basics for Older Adults Course - Facilitated by AARP OATS Program

Wed, Apr 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Lauderhill Central Park Library

In this 10-week, PC-based course, you’ll learn the basics of how to operate a computer and navigate the internet in ways that can enrich your life.

This event is full

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Course - Everything You Need to Know to Pass Your Interview and Test.

Wed, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

Instruction by Citizens-in-Action Volunteers of the Southwest Regional Library.

Beginning English Cafe - Learn English!

Wed, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

West Regional Library - 230, Conference Room

This class is for adults who know little or no English.

Improv with Art Prevails Project

Wed, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Dianne Bienes Seminar Room # 1

Join Art Prevails Project for a fun night of learning basic improvisational techniques, improve your confidence and come out of your shell.Register

"Evening Storytime, Songs and Rhymes" - All are welcome!

Wed, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Youth Service Story Room

Join us for evening story time, songs, and rhymes. Pajamas are encouraged, and children are welcome to bring their favorite stuffed animals.

English Cafe Intermediate

Wed, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Classroom

Practice listening, speaking and reading skills in a safe and judgment free environment.

El Club en Español - Conversational Spanish Practice - for Intermediate Spanish Speakers & Above

Wed, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - 5th Floor North Conference Room

Join fellow Spanish-language learners, intermediate and above, for fun conversation on a rich variety of topics. Bring your friends!

Family Storytime

Wed, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Join us for stories, songs and fun!

English Cafe Intermediate - Improve your English skills

Wed, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Weston Branch - Conference Room (Room 107)

Come practice your English in a group setting.

Teen Advisory Board Event: Self Defense Workshop for Teens - Sponsored by the Friends of the Stirling Road Branch Library

Wed, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Empower yourself by learning self-defense. This program was planned by the Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch Library's Teen Advisory Board.

Cover to Cover Book Club

Wed, Apr 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Join the friends of the library for their monthly book discussion. Call For title. 954-357-7440

English Cafe Intermediate

Wed, Apr 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Imperial Point Branch

Practice and improve your English conversation skills. Classes will focus on vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar.

El Dia de los Ninos/ Children’s Day Celebration

Wed, Apr 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

West Regional Library - 140, Program Room (Youth)

Join us for El día de los niños/El día de los libros -Children's Day/Book Day Celebration, featuring bilingual stories, and craft, for ages 3 and up. Please register each child.

CK-Take & Make - a take home craft for ages 5 & up.

Thu, May 01, All day

South Regional/Broward College Library

Can't make it to Crafty Kids on Fridays? No problem! Stop by the Youth Services desk any time after the program for a kit to take home and make.

Reveal the Beauty - The Literature and Art of the Harlem Renaissance

Thu, May 01, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery C

Featuring Works from the Dorothy Porter Wesley Collection. On display from February - June 2025.

AM Yoga Stretch (Online)

Thu, May 01, 8:30am - 9:00am

Online - Broward County Library

This is an online beginner class with focus on flexibility and strength.

Rare Adventures (Exhibition) - An exhibit of late 19th & 20th century travel

Thu, May 01, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Now through May 19, 2025. Go back in time with this selection of materials from the Bienes Museum of the Modern Book and the Special Collections and Archives of AARLCC.

Teens Read: Book Review Display - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Thu, May 01, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center

Earn volunteer hours by reviewing books!

Cancelled

English Cafe - Beginner - Practice English

Thu, May 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hollywood Branch

Free classes that consist of conversation, vocabulary, games and pronunciation. Registration is required & class size is limited.

PEEPS® Diorama Contest Voting (Exhibit) - Vote for your favorite PEEPS® Diorama!

Thu, May 01, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Southwest Regional Library

Come to the library to view the PEEPS® Diorama Contest entries and vote for your favorites! Ballots can be cast April 25th through May 6th!

2nd Floor Photo Op - May Theme 5/1-5/31: Travel the world!

Thu, May 01, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Get ready to travel as we welcome back SWR's Travel Expo. Not available on Memorial Day.

Little Minnows Graduation

Thu, May 01, 10:00am - 10:45am

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Storytime Graduation! This is our last storytime before our summer break.Register

The Storefront: Reading Room by Allison Bolah - Artist Residency Program at Main Library

Thu, May 01, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Envisioned by Allison Bolah, the reading room is an art installation that brings to the surface the intersections amongst community, foundational texts, and information spaces.

May is Air Quality Awareness Month - Natural Resources Division — Air Program

Thu, May 01, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Information for residents to learn about Broward’s air quality.

Letter of the Week Storytime for ages 2-5

Thu, May 01, 10:30am - 11:15am

North Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

Welcome to Storytime. For ages 2 to 5! Registration is required.

Preschool Storytime

Thu, May 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Join us for stories, songs and fun!

PE Story Time

Thu, May 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Pembroke Pines/Walter C. Young Resource Center - Storytime Room

Please join us for story time!

Baby Lapsit - 2nd Floor - Active Learning Center

Thu, May 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Main Library

Join us for songs, lap bounces, and fingerplays tailored just for babies. Ages birth to 18 months.

Storytime. Ages 2 to 6.

Thu, May 01, 10:30am - 11:15am

North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch - Multipurpose Room

Stories, Songs, and Fun! Ages 2 to 6. Registration is recommended.

Traditional Storytime for 2s & 3s - with parent or caregiver

Thu, May 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

Tamarac Branch - Multipurpose Room

Please join us for reading, songs, movement, and crafts! Siblings welcome, program starts promptly at 10:30am.

Excel Advanced Formulas - How to use formulas to make spreadsheets more efficient.

Thu, May 01, 10:30am - 12:30pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Computer Training Center

Basic Microsoft Excel skills are required for this class.

Bilingual Toddler Storytime - Día del Niño - Day of the Child

Thu, May 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

Davie/Cooper City Branch - Multipurpose Room

Join us for a fun, family time of bilingual songs and stories, in celebrating Day of the Child -- in Spanish Día del Niño. For children 1-2 years old. Registration is required.

Baby & Me. For non-walking babies as young as 6 weeks old. - Registration required. Each child requires a separate adult.

Thu, May 01, 10:45am - 11:15am

Southwest Regional Library - Sunshine Room

1 baby per adult. Siblings must have another caregiver. This storytime is only for non-walkers. Once the babies can walk, please consider our other storytimes.

Registration opens Thursday, April 24 2025 at 9:00am

Bingo - Library Living Room

Thu, May 01, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Enjoy exciting games of Bingo with friends and win great books as prizes!

This event is full

Digital Explorer - Library Apps & Databases

Thu, May 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

North Regional/Broward College Library - Computer Center

Explore a variety of free digital resource available at your library. Learn how to use them and see how they can help you meet your information needs.

Toddler Time - a story time for ages 18 months thru 3 years.

Thu, May 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

South Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes for little ones.

Storytime Fun

Thu, May 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm

West Regional Library - 140, Program Room (Youth)

Join us for stories, music, movement, and fun, for ages 3-5. Parents/caregivers are invited for the craft/activity session only. Registration is required for each child.

Registration opens Thursday, April 24 2025 at 9:00am

Toddler Storytime

Thu, May 01, 11:00am - 11:45am

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Stories, songs, fingerplays, egg shakers, puppets and playtime! Ages 1-3.

Toddler Storytime - 2nd Floor - Active Learning Center

Thu, May 01, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Main Library

Join us for fun songs, activities, and stories. For ages 18 months to 36 months.

Cancelled

Storytime Fun for ages 1-5 years - Active storytime for 1-5 year olds.

Thu, May 01, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Weston Branch

Songs, rhymes and stories!

Storytime Fun for ages 1-5 years - Active storytime for 1-5 year olds.

Thu, May 01, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Weston Branch

Songs, rhymes and stories!

Age Like a Pro Lunch and Learn- Healthy Aging Series - Pre-Registration Required (Lunch provided)

Thu, May 01, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

West Regional Library - 103, Multipurpose Room

Join experts from the University of Miami as they present: Heat and a Healthy Brain.

Off the Hook - Knitting and Crochet Group

Thu, May 01, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Southwest Regional Library

Grab your yarn and needles and join the group to discuss your projects and latest techniques.

Chair Yoga - with instructor Leigh Ann Russo

Thu, May 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Auditorium

Please join us, as Leigh Ann Russo, Registered Yoga Teacher and Certified Holistic Health Coach presents Chair Yoga. These classes benefit people of all ages. Registration Required

Movie Screening - Fantastic Films at Sunrise: Thelma & Louise

Thu, May 01, 12:00pm - 2:15pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch - Meeting Room

Join us for Fantastic Films and watch dramas that will make you cry, sultry on-screen romances that will leave you blushing, and action and thriller films that will have you on the edge of your seat.

Tia Chi - A Matter of Balance - Health and Wellness

Thu, May 01, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Margate Catharine Young Branch - Auditorium

Many older adults experience concerns about falling and, as a result, restrict their activities. Participants will learn startegies to prevent fall and manage daily activities.

Ageless Grace - with Eleanor Robinson

Thu, May 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 154

Ageless Grace is a fitness and wellness program that consists of simple exercise tools designed for all ages and abilities.

Cancelled

Drop In Tech Help - Basic Assistance for Your Tech Needs

Thu, May 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Hollywood Branch

Need help with understanding how to use your computer, phone, or tablet? Bring all your basic tech questions and we will do our best to answer them. This is not a class, but a 1 on 1 program.

Teen Time

Thu, May 01, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Teen Space

Hang out in the Teen Lounge after school. Watch a movie, play board games, and relax after class! For Middle and High Schoolers.

WR Classic Films - One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest

Thu, May 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

West Regional Library - 230, Conference Room

In the fall of 1963, a Korean War veteran and criminal feigns insanity and is committed to a mental institution. There, he inspires the fearful patients to stand up against a tyrannical nurse.

Intro to Smartphone Photography - Presented by Senior Planet (Miami) from AARP

Thu, May 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch - Multipurpose Room

Master your smartphone camera! Learn camera icons, editing tools, photo management, and how to scan QR codes. Get the most out of your Android or iPhone photography!

Rescheduled

Is that AI? - Presented by Senior Planet (Miami) from AARP

Thu, May 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

New date Thursday, May 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch

Learn how to identify AI-generated images and videos! This session covers reverse image search and tips to detect AI content, making you a tech-savvy internet user.

Afterschool Homework Help

Thu, May 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library

Free Homework Help is offered after school from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the Youth Services area. One on One and Group Activities are available.

What the Freegal ?!? - A quest to download music !

Thu, May 01, 2:00pm - 3:15pm

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch - Multipurpose Room

With your Broward County Library card, learn about downloading FREE Music.

Ageless Grace: Exercise and Brain Health Program - Sponsored by the Friends of the Stirling Road Branch Library

Thu, May 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

These exercises, based on everyday movements that are natural and organic, focus on the health longevity of the mind and body. Presented by certified instructor Sharon Veingrad.

English Cafe Intermediate @ Main Library - for intermediate-level learners of English

Thu, May 01, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Main Library - 5th Floor North Conference Room

A conversational practice of English.

Afterschool - Teen hang-out in the Living Room

Thu, May 01, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Videogames, entertainment, and space to chill or engage.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 9:00am

Builder's Club - building fun for ages 6-11.

Thu, May 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

What will you build this week?

Arts and Crafts for Everyone

Thu, May 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Imperial Point Branch

Fun activities for the entire family.

Homework Help - For children in grades K - 12

Thu, May 01, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library - Youth Services Area

The homework help program provides assistance with homework questions. Walk-ins welcome!

English Cafe Beginners - Practice English

Thu, May 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Room 214

Free classes that consist of conversation, vocabulary, games and pronunciation.

Mainstreaming Education College & Career Advancement - MECCA Tutoring Program by Broward County Public Schools

Thu, May 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Café

Free academic assistance for all Broward County Public and Charter School students. Registration required.Register

Cancelled

Family Afternoon Storytime - Join us for stories, songs, playtime and laughter!

Thu, May 01, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Hollywood Branch

Please come join us for an afternoon of stories, songs, playtime and laughter!

Cancelled

English Cafe - Beginner - Practice English

Thu, May 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Hollywood Branch

Free classes that consist of conversation, vocabulary, games and pronunciation. Registration is required & class size is limited.

Beginner Tai Chi

Thu, May 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Multipurpose Room

Join instructor Sabrina Zhang for this beginner Tai Chi class. This gentle form of exercise can help maintain strength, flexibility, and balance. Registration required.

This event is full

English Cafe Intermediate

Thu, May 01, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Northwest Regional Library - Room 222

This class is where speakers of other languages can practice intermediate-level reading and conversational English.

English Cafe - Beginners - Practice English

Thu, May 01, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch

Practice your English language skills in a relaxed and friendly environment. Beginners only.

CK-Take & Make - a take home craft for ages 5 & up.

Fri, May 02, All day

South Regional/Broward College Library

Can't make it to Crafty Kids on Fridays? No problem! Stop by the Youth Services desk any time after the program for a kit to take home and make.

Reveal the Beauty - The Literature and Art of the Harlem Renaissance

Fri, May 02, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery C

Featuring Works from the Dorothy Porter Wesley Collection. On display from February - June 2025.

Grab-n-Go: Take and Make Craft

Fri, May 02, All day

Imperial Point Branch

This grab-n-go kit includes instructions and supplies to create your craft in the comfort of your home. Ask library staff for a craft kit.

Rare Adventures (Exhibition) - An exhibit of late 19th & 20th century travel

Fri, May 02, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Now through May 19, 2025. Go back in time with this selection of materials from the Bienes Museum of the Modern Book and the Special Collections and Archives of AARLCC.

Teens Read: Book Review Display - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Fri, May 02, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center

Earn volunteer hours by reviewing books!

PEEPS® Diorama Contest Voting (Exhibit) - Vote for your favorite PEEPS® Diorama!

Fri, May 02, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Southwest Regional Library

Come to the library to view the PEEPS® Diorama Contest entries and vote for your favorites! Ballots can be cast April 25th through May 6th!

2nd Floor Photo Op - May Theme 5/1-5/31: Travel the world!

Fri, May 02, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Get ready to travel as we welcome back SWR's Travel Expo. Not available on Memorial Day.

The Storefront: Reading Room by Allison Bolah - Artist Residency Program at Main Library

Fri, May 02, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Envisioned by Allison Bolah, the reading room is an art installation that brings to the surface the intersections amongst community, foundational texts, and information spaces.

May is Air Quality Awareness Month - Natural Resources Division — Air Program

Fri, May 02, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Information for residents to learn about Broward’s air quality.

Beginning English Cafe - Basic Level - This class is for ADULTS only who know little or no English.

Fri, May 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

Students will learn the English alphabet, pronunciation, vocabulary, and develop basic conversation skills.

Cancelled

Chair Yoga for Adults - Chair Yoga for Adults

Fri, May 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

Hollywood Branch

Learn a new way to practice yoga

Music and Movement - 2nd Floor - Active Learning Center

Fri, May 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

Main Library

Join us for dancing, singing, and a story or two. For children who can walk, up to 5 years old.

Baby Lapsit Storytime - For non-walking babies ages Birth to 18 months.

Fri, May 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

Northwest Regional Library - 135

Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories specifically selected for the developmental needs of babies before they start walking. Space is limited to 60 participants on a first-come, first-served basis.

Issues of Aging Support Group

Fri, May 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Imperial Point Branch

This small support group will focus on challenges of aging in a supportive environment, led by licensed social worker Tana Hacken. Online registration required.

Welcome to Story Time! May 2025 - For ages 2 to 5 - Enjoy stories, songs, and more!

Fri, May 02, 10:30am - 11:05am

Pompano Beach Library and Cultural Center - Multipurpose Room

Story Time!

Coloring, Crafts & Conversation - Library Living Room

Fri, May 02, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Come and enjoy different activities throughout the week in the comfort of your library! For adults 50+

Ageless Grace with Sharon Veingrad

Fri, May 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Davie/Cooper City Branch - Multipurpose Room

Chair exercises based on consciously choosing to change the brain through physical movements Fitness for brain and body.

Gentle Yoga for Beginners - Bring your mat and join us!

Fri, May 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Multipurpose Room

Enjoy the benefits of yoga through gentle movement and breathwork. No previous yoga experience is required.

This event is full

Pens, Pencils, and Pastels - Adult Coloring

Fri, May 02, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Creation Station

Come and relax with adult coloring and casual conversation. Registration Required

Ageless Grace: Brain Exercises for Adults - Seated fun for the body and mind

Fri, May 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Programming Room (1)

This program is designed for adults of all ages and is performed while seated. Led by instructor Eleanor, Ageless Grace meet Fridays, 11am-12pm on Main Library's 1st floor.

Baby Play Date! - Up to 18 months

Fri, May 02, 11:00am - 11:30am

Northwest Regional Library - 133

For families with babies birth to 18 months. Play with your baby and meet new friends during this special play date that promotes social skills, motor skills and helps develop early literacy skills!

Cancelled

Storytime Fun for ages 1-5 years - Active storytime for 1-5 year olds.

Fri, May 02, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Weston Branch

Songs, rhymes and stories!

Tai Chi- Instructor Mario Leon - Registration Required (50-person max)

Fri, May 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

West Regional Library - 103, Multipurpose Room

Gentle movement sequences designed to help improve your balance and coordination. Tai Chi can be easily adapted for any level of fitness.

Teen Time

Fri, May 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Teen Space

Hang out in the Teen Lounge after school. Watch a movie, play board games, and relax after class! For Middle and High Schoolers.

Rescheduled

Drawing with Marcy - Learn How to Draw from an Artist

Fri, May 02, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

New date Friday, May 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Davie/Cooper City Branch

Have you ever wanted to learn how to draw? Then this is your chance! Join us for the first Friday of the month (March, April, May only). Classes are limited to 12 people, registration is required.

Afterschool Homework Help

Fri, May 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library

Free Homework Help is offered after school from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the Youth Services area. One on One and Group Activities are available.

Afterschool - Teen hang-out in the Living Room

Fri, May 02, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Videogames, entertainment, and space to chill or engage.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 9:00am

Teens Chasing Dreams

Fri, May 02, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Northwest Branch - Multipurpose Room

teen life skills program

Book Signing with Monique Rodriguez - Presented by Pyramid Books & AARLCC

Fri, May 02, 3:30pm - 6:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery B

"Winning in life and business requires a kind of risk-taking that many are afraid to embrace"Register

Crafty Kids - crafting fun for ages 5-11.

Fri, May 02, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

What will your masterpiece look like?

Cancelled

Lego Club - For Ages 5 to 18, Grades K to 12

Fri, May 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hollywood Branch

Calling all young Lego fans, come join us for an hour of Lego fun! Join us for open building and free play. If you need an idea, we will have challenge cards available too. Must be age 5 to attend.

Family Bingo Night!

Fri, May 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Tyrone Bryant Branch - Multipurpose Room

Join us for Family Bingo Night!

Android Basics with Jeffrey! - Essential Tips for Beginners

Fri, May 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch

Discover how to navigate your Android apps to simplify daily tasks. Bring your Smart phone device fully charged. Each week will present a different topic followed by Q & A.

Hanami

Fri, May 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Celebrate the Japanese custom of “flower viewing” in the library! Hear a Japanese story in the story room, create crafts, play a videogame, sing, and win a prize in scavenger hunt while supplies last!

CK-Take & Make - a take home craft for ages 5 & up.

Sat, May 03, All day

South Regional/Broward College Library

Can't make it to Crafty Kids on Fridays? No problem! Stop by the Youth Services desk any time after the program for a kit to take home and make.

Reveal the Beauty - The Literature and Art of the Harlem Renaissance

Sat, May 03, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery C

Featuring Works from the Dorothy Porter Wesley Collection. On display from February - June 2025.

Cancelled

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Class - By Hispanic Unity of Florida

Sat, May 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Hollywood Branch

We will help you: practice for the interview (speaking and comprehension); review the 100 civics questions (history and government); and practice your reading and writing

Travel Expo 2025 - Find Your Own Adventure

Sat, May 03, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Auditorium, Everglades Room, Creation Station, Conference Room

Adventure awaits at your library! Join us for an in-person travel expo featuring travel vendors, travel speakers, and Global Entry in-person enrollment! ✈🚢

Rare Adventures (Exhibition) - An exhibit of late 19th & 20th century travel

Sat, May 03, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Now through May 19, 2025. Go back in time with this selection of materials from the Bienes Museum of the Modern Book and the Special Collections and Archives of AARLCC.

Teens Read: Book Review Display - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Sat, May 03, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center

Earn volunteer hours by reviewing books!

PEEPS® Diorama Contest Voting (Exhibit) - Vote for your favorite PEEPS® Diorama!

Sat, May 03, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Southwest Regional Library

Come to the library to view the PEEPS® Diorama Contest entries and vote for your favorites! Ballots can be cast April 25th through May 6th!

2nd Floor Photo Op - May Theme 5/1-5/31: Travel the world!

Sat, May 03, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Get ready to travel as we welcome back SWR's Travel Expo. Not available on Memorial Day.

The Storefront: Reading Room by Allison Bolah - Artist Residency Program at Main Library

Sat, May 03, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Envisioned by Allison Bolah, the reading room is an art installation that brings to the surface the intersections amongst community, foundational texts, and information spaces.

May is Air Quality Awareness Month - Natural Resources Division — Air Program

Sat, May 03, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Information for residents to learn about Broward’s air quality.

Free Play Extravaganza. Ages 3-5 years old. - Registration required

Sat, May 03, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Carver Ranches Branch

Bring your children ages 3 to 5 years to participate in this passive and self-directed pop-up style program. Educational toys will be provided for families to play together in the youth area.

Windows 11 Essential Training

Sat, May 03, 10:30am - 12:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Computer Lab

Looking to get up to speed with Windows 11? Whether you're new to Windows or upgrading from Windows 10, this comprehensive course can help you work effectively with this powerful operating system.

Insanity-High intensity interval (HIIT) exercise class - Registration Required

Sat, May 03, 10:30am - 12:00pm

West Regional Library - 103, Multipurpose Room

Description Insanity is a high intensity interval training (HIIT) exercise class that is designed to keep your body working at maximum capacity throughout the entire workout. No equipment necessary.

US Citizenship & Naturalization Class - By Hispanic Unity

Sat, May 03, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch - Meeting Room

Practice for the interview (speaking and comprehension); review the 100 civic questions (history and government); and practice your reading and writing. Registration required.

Adult Coloring - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Sat, May 03, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center - Conference Room

Open to adults only please.

Toddler Free Play - fun for ages 12-36 months.

Sat, May 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

Give your little one a chance to make new friends while playing with toys appropriate for ages 12-36 months.

Chess Club - 1st. Floor Programming Room

Sat, May 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Programming Room (1)

Increase your critical thinking skills and practice your game.

Chess Club

Sat, May 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Pembroke Pines/Walter C. Young Resource Center - Storytime Room

Learn how to play, solve chess puzzles, or play casual games of chess.

Family Storytime at the Library - Presented by the Kiwanis Club of Lauderdale Lakes

Sat, May 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Lauderdale Lakes Branch Library/Educational and Cultural Center - Multipurpose Room

Stories, songs, snacks and free books. Children ages 5 and younger and their families or caregivers.

English Cafe & US Citizenship

Sat, May 03, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Riverland Branch - Multipurpose Room

English for speakers of other languages followed by US Citizenship help.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 12:00pm

Math & Logic Games - All ages

Sat, May 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Southwest Regional Library

Join us for fun and learning with an hour of Math and Logic Games for the whole family!

Cancelled

Books to Bones - Read to a Therapy Dog

Sat, May 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Lauderhill Central Park Library

Kids ages 5-12 can practice their reading skills and gain confidence while reading to a pet-therapy dog. This is a first come-first served basis program.

Crafty Kids - Mommy and Me - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Sat, May 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center - Multipurpose Room

Make a Mother's Day card and special gift. Open to ages 3 and over.

Rescheduled

Books to Bones - Read to a Therapy Dog

Sat, May 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

New date Saturday, May 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Lauderhill Central Park Library

Kids ages 5-12 can practice their reading skills and gain confidence while reading to a pet-therapy dog. This is a first come-first served basis program.

Haitian Girls Code (For All Girls) - Ages 8 to 18.

Sat, May 03, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 235

Join us for 5 monthly workshops filled with coding, creativity, and fun! Learn to build DIY Robots, AR/VR Glasses, or Explore Science in a Cool Way. Space is limited. Registration Required.

Cancelled

Books to Bones - Read to a Therapy Dog

Sat, May 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Lauderhill Central Park Library

Kids ages 5-12 can practice their reading skills and gain confidence while reading to a pet-therapy dog. This is a first come-first served basis program.

Haitian Heritage Month Celebration

Sat, May 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Northwest Branch - Multipurpose Room

Cultural Heritage Workshop to promote self-awareness, confidence, and cultural pride

Cancelled

Books to Bones - Read to a Therapy Dog

Sat, May 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Lauderhill Central Park Library

Kids ages 5-12 can practice their reading skills and gain confidence while reading to a pet-therapy dog. This is a first come-first served basis program.

Genealogy 101 Meet Up Series - Tracing Your Roots

Sat, May 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Computer Lab

Explore your Family History in this 6-month meet up series. .Learn basic tenets of family history research - constructing a family tree, genealogy terms, and organization tools.

Come Together Acoustic Guitar Cafe - A curated acoustic music open mic and jam.

Sat, May 03, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 154

Join us for this family-friendly monthly music event as an audience member or sign up to perform.

Build & Learn. Ages 3 to 11. - Registration required.

Sat, May 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Carver Ranches Branch - Multipurpose Room

Practice engineering principles with blocks, strawbees, Legos, and more! Recommended for ages 3 to 11. First Saturday of each month.

Games & Gaming - video & board games for ages 10-18.

Sat, May 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

Have fun challenging your fellow teens & tweens.

Games People Play - Mahjong, Cards, Chess Board games and more

Sat, May 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 226

Whether you are a Mahjong master, a card game enthusiast, a Chess strategist or a board game lover, join us! You can gather with friends, meet new people and indulge in your favorite game.

Chess Club - Casual practice or play for all ages

Sat, May 03, 2:00pm - 5:30pm

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch - Multipurpose Room

Come play and learn chess for all ages and abilities.

Sensory Storytime - 2nd Floor - Active Learning Center

Sat, May 03, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Main Library

This story time will nurture your child through songs, stories and activities. Geared towards children with autism or sensory needs.

Art for the Cure

Sat, May 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch - Multipurpose Room

In support of A Stitch in Time: An Artistic Tribute to Breast Cancer WarriorsRegister

Teen Resume Help For Summer Jobs - With the Career Coach Twins

Sat, May 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Weston Branch - Multipurpose Room (Room 120)

Geared towards teenagers preparing for summer employment.

The Treasure of the Sierra Madre - Literary Cinema

Sat, May 03, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch - Multipurpose Room

John Huston directed Humphrey Bogart in this acclaimed novel by B. Traven.

Beginner Spanish Cafe

Sat, May 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Riverland Branch - Meeting Room

Join us and learn the basics of Spanish with an emphasis on vocabulary, grammar, and conversation.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 12:00pm

Engage on Every Page: (Online) - 10 Ways to Keep Readers Riveted with Dorian Cirrone

Sat, May 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Online - Broward County Library

One thing you don't want readers to do is set your book down after reading a couple of pages. Register

HackMiami

Sat, May 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Programming Room (1)

Presenting topics of interest to the computer security industry.

Introduction to Creation Station

Sat, May 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library

Learn all about Creation Station and the services and technologies we provide, for free!

Cancelled

Kids: Come and Learn the Albanian Language & Culture! - For Kids

Sat, May 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hollywood Branch

This class is open for kids ages 5 - 18 to learn the language and culture of Albania.

CK-Take & Make - a take home craft for ages 5 & up.

Sun, May 04, All day

South Regional/Broward College Library

Can't make it to Crafty Kids on Fridays? No problem! Stop by the Youth Services desk any time after the program for a kit to take home and make.

PEEPS® Diorama Contest Voting (Exhibit) - Vote for your favorite PEEPS® Diorama!

Sun, May 04, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Southwest Regional Library

Come to the library to view the PEEPS® Diorama Contest entries and vote for your favorites! Ballots can be cast April 25th through May 6th!

2nd Floor Photo Op - May Theme 5/1-5/31: Travel the world!

Sun, May 04, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Get ready to travel as we welcome back SWR's Travel Expo. Not available on Memorial Day.

Family Storytime

Sun, May 04, 11:00am - 11:45am

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Are you looking for something to do on Sundays? Do you have very young children in your family? Would you like to have them entertained? Then come to Family Storytime!

Broward County Goes to War: (In-Person or Online) A brief - history of Naval Air Station Ft. Lauderdale 1942-1946

Sun, May 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Broward County goes to War; A brief history of Naval Air Station Ft Lauderdale 1942-1946. Register

May the Fourth Be with You! It’s Star Wars Day

Sun, May 04, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Jedi or Sith? Rebel Alliance or Galactic Empire? Register

Daughters on the Journey - A Grief Healing, Pre-Mother's Tribute Event & Book Signing

Sun, May 04, 2:30pm - 5:00pm

West Regional Library

Join us for a powerful and healing pre-Mother's Day event as we bring together the 10 authors of Daughters on the Journey, a book dedicated to navigating the grief of losing a mother.Register

Teen Advisory Board Event: Chess Club - Sponsored by the Friends of the Stirling Road Branch Library

Sun, May 04, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch

Chess Club open to all ages. This program is planned and conducted by the Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch Library's Teen Advisory Board.

Math Workshop for SAT - Sponsored by the Friends of the Stirling Road Branch Library

Sun, May 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Prepare for the June SAT with this intensive, 4 session workshop. Free for high school students in grades 10-12 only. Students must attend all 4 sessions.

CK-Take & Make - a take home craft for ages 5 & up.

Mon, May 05, All day

South Regional/Broward College Library

Can't make it to Crafty Kids on Fridays? No problem! Stop by the Youth Services desk any time after the program for a kit to take home and make.

Reveal the Beauty - The Literature and Art of the Harlem Renaissance

Mon, May 05, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery C

Featuring Works from the Dorothy Porter Wesley Collection. On display from February - June 2025.

Celebrate Drinking Water Week Quiz - Test Your Knowledge-Stanley Cup Prize Giveaway

Mon, May 05, All day

Main Library - 2nd floor display table

Test your clean water awareness and complete the quiz for a chance to win a FREE Stanley Cup!

Toddler Storytime

Mon, May 05, 10:00am - 11:00am

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch

Dances, stories and bubbles followed by a craft and free play. Ages 1-2.

Preschool Storytime - 11 AM - 12 PM

Mon, May 05, 10:00am - 11:00am

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch

Dances, stories and bubbles followed by a craft and free play. Ages 3-4. (60 min)

Teens Read: Book Review Display - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Mon, May 05, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center

Earn volunteer hours by reviewing books!

PEEPS® Diorama Contest Voting (Exhibit) - Vote for your favorite PEEPS® Diorama!

Mon, May 05, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Southwest Regional Library

Come to the library to view the PEEPS® Diorama Contest entries and vote for your favorites! Ballots can be cast April 25th through May 6th!

2nd Floor Photo Op - May Theme 5/1-5/31: Travel the world!

Mon, May 05, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Get ready to travel as we welcome back SWR's Travel Expo. Not available on Memorial Day.

Take ‘N’ Make Craft Kits

Mon, May 05, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Take a kit and make a craft at home – new theme each month!

The Storefront: Reading Room by Allison Bolah - Artist Residency Program at Main Library

Mon, May 05, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Main Library

Envisioned by Allison Bolah, the reading room is an art installation that brings to the surface the intersections amongst community, foundational texts, and information spaces.

May is Air Quality Awareness Month - Natural Resources Division — Air Program

Mon, May 05, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Main Library

Information for residents to learn about Broward’s air quality.

English Cafe - Intermediate Conversation - Practice conversational English.

Mon, May 05, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

A place where speakers of other languages can practice intermediate level reading and conversational English. Instruction from volunteers of the Southwest Regional Library.

Little BIG Readers Preschool Storytime. Ages 3-5 years old. - Registration is required. All guests must register.

Mon, May 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

Southwest Regional Library - Sunshine Room

ABCs, 123s, and so much more! Join us for sing-a-longs and super fun activities that help little minds grow into big readers! This storytime is tailored to children ages 3 to 5.

Registration opens Monday, April 28 2025 at 9:00am

Cancelled

Hora de cuentos bilingüe/Bilingual Storytime - Para las familias/for families

Mon, May 05, 10:30am - 11:15am

Hollywood Branch

Join us for a fun, family time of bilingual songs and stories. ¡Disfruten en familia con divertidos cuentos y canciones bilingües!

Preschool Storytime

Mon, May 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Imperial Point Branch - Multipurpose Room

Come and join us for stories. songs and playtime with lots of laughter. Children ages 3-5 years old with parents and caregivers.

Writer's Club - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Mon, May 05, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center - Conference Room

Please join us to read, listen and discuss the written word! Adults only.

Preschool Storytime

Mon, May 05, 10:30am - 11:15am

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Please join us for stories, practicing early literacy skills, and playtime!

English Cafe Advanced (Online) - Class size limited.

Mon, May 05, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Online - Broward County Library

Instruction from volunteers of Miramar Branch Library and moderated by Library Staff. Register

Little BIG Readers Preschool Storytime. Ages 3-5 years old. - Registration is required. All guests must register.

Mon, May 05, 11:15am - 11:45am

Southwest Regional Library - Sunshine Room

ABCs, 123s, and so much more! Join us for sing-a-longs and super fun activities that help little minds grow into big readers! This storytime is tailored to children ages 3 to 5.

Registration opens Monday, April 28 2025 at 9:00am

Ageless Grace - Timeless Fitness and Fun for the Body and Mind

Mon, May 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Auditorium

Based on consciously choosing to change the brain through physical movements while seated, join Eleanor Robinson in playful exercises, similar to childhood activities. For all ages!

This event is full

Chair Yoga with Instructor Manette - Seated yoga for the body and mind

Mon, May 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Main Library - 6E Multipurpose

Chair Yoga has a new schedule for 2025: Mondays, 12-1pm. Sit, stretch, and breathe with Manette during an effective seated yoga exercise class.

Ageless Grace - Registration Required (60-person max)

Mon, May 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

West Regional Library - 103, Multipurpose Room

Chair exercises based on consciously choosing to change the brain through physical movements Fitness for brain and body.

Rare Adventures (Exhibition) - An exhibit of late 19th & 20th century travel

Mon, May 05, 12:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library

Now through May 19, 2025. Go back in time with this selection of materials from the Bienes Museum of the Modern Book and the Special Collections and Archives of AARLCC.

Rescheduled

Spanish Cafe - Intermediate

Mon, May 05, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

New date Monday, May 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Weston Branch

Spanish vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills at the intermediate level.

English Cafe

Mon, May 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Pembroke Pines/Walter C. Young Resource Center - Multipurpose Room

Practice & improve your conversational English.

Whet Your Appetite Book Club - Discover new genres.

Mon, May 05, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Room 223

Color your world with new authors, and explore new genres, in this monthly book club!

Tai Chi 4 for Arthritis Weekly Mondays & Wednesdays - March 17 - May 7. Minimum age 60 years old.

Mon, May 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Pompano Beach Library and Cultural Center - Multipurpose Room

The Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi Program is a one hour workshop offered twice a week for eight weeks. Sponsored by the Aging and Disability Resource Center / Area Agency on Aging - Broward County.

Dear Deerfield Beach Reader's Book Club - Title To Be Announced at Later Date

Mon, May 05, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch

Book discussion for adults.

Rescheduled

Genealogy 101 Meet Up Series - Tracing Your Roots

Mon, May 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

New date Saturday, May 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center

Explore your Family History in this 6-month meet up series. .Learn basic tenets of family history research - constructing a family tree, genealogy terms, and organization tools.

Strength and Balance - Registration Required (60-person max)

Mon, May 05, 1:15pm - 2:00pm

West Regional Library - 103, Multipurpose Room

Strength and Balance is a total body workout which focuses on strengthening the arms, legs, and core through movement to improve muscle tone and mobility. Proper footwear is required.

Teen Time

Mon, May 05, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Teen Space

Hang out in the Teen Lounge after school. Watch a movie, play board games, and relax after class! For Middle and High Schoolers.

Craft and Chat

Mon, May 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 226

Bring your project and materials; we’ll provide workspace, snacks, and conversation.

Afterschool Homework Help

Mon, May 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library

Free Homework Help is offered after school from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the Youth Services area. One on One and Group Activities are available.

Ener Chi - Sponsored by the Friends of the Stirling Road Branch Library

Mon, May 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Join us for this biweekly exercise class! Ener Chi is form of low-impact movements to help promote balance and well-being.

Afterschool - Teen hang-out in the Living Room

Mon, May 05, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Videogames, entertainment, and space to chill or engage.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 9:00am

Storytime with Ms. Yasmin

Mon, May 05, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library - Multipurpose Room

Come discover effective strategies and practice your reading skills with the help of a dedicated and experienced instructor. This event will be held every Monday throughout the school year.

Star Wars Revenge of the 5th - 2nd Floor Active Learning Center

Mon, May 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library

It's time to get crafty! With various materials, recreate your favorite Star Wars crafts and save the Galaxy!

Homework Help - For children in grades K - 12

Mon, May 05, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library - Youth Services Area

The homework help program provides assistance with homework questions. Walk-ins welcome!

Homework Help - For children aged 5 - 12

Mon, May 05, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch - Multipurpose Room

The homework help program provides assistance with homework questions. Walk-ins welcome!

Mainstreaming Education College & Career Advancement - MECCA Tutoring Program by Broward County Public Schools

Mon, May 05, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Café

Free academic assistance for all Broward County Public and Charter School students. Registration required.Register

Chess Club

Mon, May 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Room 214

Casual game play for both the novice and experienced players of all ages. Bring a game clock if you prefer to play timed chess matches.

This event is full

Spanish Cafe - Intermediate

Mon, May 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Weston Branch

Spanish vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills at the intermediate level.

Silent Sketching Hour

Mon, May 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Bring your sketchbook and sketch in peace at the library's craft room!

English Cafe Beginner - Practice English

Mon, May 05, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 226

Free classes that consist of conversation, vocabulary, games and pronunciation. Registration is required & class size is limited.

Teen Gaming at the Studio - Teen Studio

Mon, May 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Main Library

Hang out in the Teen Studio after school. Watch a movie, play video or board games, and relax after class.

English Cafe - Intermediate Conversational English (Online) - on Zoom

Mon, May 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Online - Broward County Library

This online class brings together speakers of other languages to practice conversational, intermediate-level English and reading. Register

Computer Basics for Older Adults Course - Facilitated by AARP OATS Program

Mon, May 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Lauderhill Central Park Library

In this 10-week, PC-based course, you’ll learn the basics of how to operate a computer and navigate the internet in ways that can enrich your life.

This event is full

Literacy Basics for the U.S. Citizenship Test - Instruction by a Southwest Regional Library Volunteer.

Mon, May 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

Learn the English alphabet and the words and sentences for the United States Citizenship Test.

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Class (In-Person) - By Hispanic Unity of Florida

Mon, May 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

West Regional Library - 230, Conference Room

We will help you practice for the interview (speaking and comprehension); review the 100 civic questions (history and government); and practice your reading and writing.

Chess For Kids and Teens. - Registration required

Mon, May 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Carver Ranches Branch - Multipurpose Room

Learn how to play and practice. This Program is for all Level chess players. Now first and third Monday of Each Month. Recommended for ages 6-18.

Crochet for a Cause - Friends of the Lauderhill Towne Centre Library

Mon, May 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library - Multipurpose Room

Crochet for a good cause with the Friends of Lauderhill Towne Centre Library. Both beginners and experts are welcome! All supplies provided but participants can also bring in their own supplies.

Introduction to Computers for Beginners

Mon, May 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library - Computer Lab

Come learn about the basic operations of a desktop computer. This class is limited to 15 participants. Walk-ins are welcome!

English Cafe

Mon, May 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

The Alvin Sherman Library is set to enrich the community with its English Café program, designed to help adults practice English in a relaxed, conversational setting. Register

Game Development for Teens

Mon, May 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Join us to learn game development with Java-Script.Register

Jewish Heritage Month Discussion: "To the Golden Cities"

Mon, May 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Programming Room (1)

A book discussion of Jewish history in Florida, using the book "To the Golden Cities."

Odyssey Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book Club (Online) - A monthly social book club

Mon, May 05, 6:15pm - 7:15pm

Online - Broward County Library

This is a social book club, and we read one book over the course of two months. This allows our members to read at a casual pace.Register

Beginners English Cafe

Mon, May 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch

Classes will focus on vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar.

English Cafe for All Levels

Mon, May 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library

Participants will be able to both learn and practice their English language skills.

Medicare 101 - Get answers to your questions

Mon, May 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Room 223

Learn about the facts and information you need to make the best decision for you.

CK-Take & Make - a take home craft for ages 5 & up.

Tue, May 06, All day

South Regional/Broward College Library

Can't make it to Crafty Kids on Fridays? No problem! Stop by the Youth Services desk any time after the program for a kit to take home and make.

Reveal the Beauty - The Literature and Art of the Harlem Renaissance

Tue, May 06, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery C

Featuring Works from the Dorothy Porter Wesley Collection. On display from February - June 2025.

Crafts for Storytime: Take and Make bags - Seasonal crafts ages 3 and up at Dania Beach Library

Tue, May 06, All day

Dania Beach Paul DeMaio Branch

Seasonal crafts for children linked with Storytime to take and make at home.

Celebrate Drinking Water Week Quiz - Test Your Knowledge-Stanley Cup Prize Giveaway

Tue, May 06, All day

Main Library - 2nd floor display table

Test your clean water awareness and complete the quiz for a chance to win a FREE Stanley Cup!

AM Yoga Stretch (Online)

Tue, May 06, 8:30am - 9:00am

Online - Broward County Library

This is an online beginner class with focus on flexibility and strength.

Rare Adventures (Exhibition) - An exhibit of late 19th & 20th century travel

Tue, May 06, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Now through May 19, 2025. Go back in time with this selection of materials from the Bienes Museum of the Modern Book and the Special Collections and Archives of AARLCC.

Teens Read: Book Review Display - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Tue, May 06, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center

Earn volunteer hours by reviewing books!

PEEPS® Diorama Contest Voting (Exhibit) - Vote for your favorite PEEPS® Diorama!

Tue, May 06, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Southwest Regional Library

Come to the library to view the PEEPS® Diorama Contest entries and vote for your favorites! Ballots can be cast April 25th through May 6th!

2nd Floor Photo Op - May Theme 5/1-5/31: Travel the world!

Tue, May 06, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Get ready to travel as we welcome back SWR's Travel Expo. Not available on Memorial Day.

The Storefront: Reading Room by Allison Bolah - Artist Residency Program at Main Library

Tue, May 06, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Main Library

Envisioned by Allison Bolah, the reading room is an art installation that brings to the surface the intersections amongst community, foundational texts, and information spaces.

May is Air Quality Awareness Month - Natural Resources Division — Air Program

Tue, May 06, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Main Library

Information for residents to learn about Broward’s air quality.

English Cafe - Intermediate Grammar - Focuses on vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar.

Tue, May 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

Classes taught by a Southwest Regional Library Volunteer.

Cancelled

Read, Baby, Read - Storytime for Early Learners!

Tue, May 06, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hollywood Branch

Babies- ages 0-36 months will experience fun books, engaging songs, and the company of other little ones in this interactive program.

Toddler Storytime. Ages 0-3. - Registration required.

Tue, May 06, 10:30am - 11:00am

Carver Ranches Branch - Multipurpose Room

Stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 0 to 3 years old with parent and caregiver.

Cinco de Mayo Celebration with Elmo - Sponsored by One Beautiful World

Tue, May 06, 10:30am - 11:00am

Northwest Regional Library - 135

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a storytime fiesta, music, and dance! Photo opportunity with Elmo and Rosita! Refreshments will be served. (Till supplies last)

Rhythms & Rhymes Storytime! - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Tue, May 06, 10:30am - 11:00am

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center - Multipurpose Room

Storytime: Stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 2-5.

Pre-K Storytime, ages 3-5 yrs - Registration required. All guests must register.

Tue, May 06, 10:30am - 11:15am

Young At Art (now Broward County Library Branch) - Multipurpose Room

Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month we have fun with rhymes, songs, and engaging stories.

Kids Yoga at Main Library

Tue, May 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Main Library - Programming Room (1)

Join Ms. Melanie for a yoga class for kids!

Pre-school Storytime - Take and Make Crafty Craft. - Learning through craft and Storytime.

Tue, May 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Margate Catharine Young Branch Library - Auditorium

Exploring all the ways in which learning can be fun. Join us for exciting stories, songs, and crafts activities. Children ages 3-5 years old, accompanied by their parents

Toddler Free Play

Tue, May 06, 10:30am - 11:15am

West Regional Library - 140, Program Room (Youth)

Enjoy some educational toys with your toddler, ages 18-35 months. Registration is required for each child.

Registration opens Tuesday, April 29 2025 at 9:00am

Internet and World Wide Web Essentials (2 Part Class) - Part 1: 5/6, Part 2: 5/13

Tue, May 06, 10:30am - 12:30pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Computer Training Center

Learn about the Internet and the World Wide Web (WWW).

Online Searching with Artificial Intelligence

Tue, May 06, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Tamarac Branch - Computer Center

This is a recorded video course with live Q&A and discussion. Registration suggested.

Storytime at Dania Beach Library - Join us for singing, stories & crafts every Tuesday morning!

Tue, May 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dania Beach Paul DeMaio Branch - Multipurpose Room

Storytime fun for all toddlers and preschoolers.

Construction Zone - Educational program for ages 3 to 5

Tue, May 06, 11:00am - 11:30am

Northwest Regional - 133

Children aged 3 to 5 will collaborate to engage in crafting puzzles, games, and various enjoyable activities.

PreSchool Storytime

Tue, May 06, 11:00am - 11:45am

Riverland Branch - Multipurpose Room

Stories, songs, activities and a craft. Recommended for ages 2 - 5

Take and Make-Celebrating Cinco de Mayo - Ages 5 and under

Tue, May 06, 11:15am - 5:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Youth Area

Take and decorate your maracas to commemorate Mexico’s victory over French army in 1862. While supplies last!!

Take-N-Make Craft Kits - Celebrating Mother's Day

Tue, May 06, 12:00pm - 8:00pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library - Information Desk

Take a kit and make a craft at home to celebrate Mother's Day

Intermediate English Cafe - Practice conversational English.

Tue, May 06, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

West Regional Library - 230, Conference Room

Practice intermediate level reading and English conversation. Instruction from experienced volunteer teachers from the West Regional Library.

Hot Topics - Library Living Room

Tue, May 06, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Northwest Regional Library

Come and enjoy different activities throughout the week in the comfort of your library! For adults 50+

Mobile Tech for Beginners

Tue, May 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch - Conference Room

Learn to navigate your smartphones, tablets and laptops.

Coffee and Conversation - Local Community Resources

Tue, May 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Galt Ocean Mile Reading Center - Multipurpose Room

Come join an informal discussion on government and non-profit services available to the public. Some dates we may feature a guest speaker.

Ageless Grace - with Eleanor Robinson

Tue, May 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Dania Beach Paul DeMaio Branch - Multipurpose Room

Ageless Grace is a fitness and wellness program that consists of simple exercise tools designed for all ages and abilities.

Teen Time

Tue, May 06, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Teen Space

Hang out in the Teen Lounge after school. Watch a movie, play board games, and relax after class! For Middle and High Schoolers.

Cancelled

Conversational Spanish for Beginners - For Adults

Tue, May 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Hollywood Branch

This conversational Spanish class will help you with your pronunciation and to build your vocabulary.

Afterschool Homework Help

Tue, May 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library

Free Homework Help is offered after school from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the Youth Services area. One on One and Group Activities are available.

Let’s Color

Tue, May 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch - Meeting Room

Come join us for an hour of coloring to relax, be creative, and have fun!

Get Crafty at The Deerfield Beach Percy White Library

Tue, May 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch

Get crafty at the library. Take your creation home.

History of the Muppets, Part 1 (Online) - And Now Let's Get Things Started

Tue, May 06, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Online - Broward County Library

History of the Muppets, Part 1: 1955-1990Register

Caregiver Support Meeting

Tue, May 06, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

West Regional Library - 230, Conference Room

Connect with fellow caregivers, discuss self-care and discover local resources.

Afterschool - Teen hang-out in the Living Room

Tue, May 06, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Videogames, entertainment, and space to chill or engage.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 9:00am

Coffee and Conversation - Local Community Resources

Tue, May 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Imperial Point Branch - Multipurpose Room

Come join an informal discussion on government and non-profit services available to the public. Some dates we may feature a guest speaker.

Homework Help - For children ages 5-12

Tue, May 06, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch - Multipurpose Room

The homework help program provides assistance with homework questions. Walk-ins welcome!

Cancelled

Wags & Tales - For ages 5-18

Tue, May 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Hollywood Branch

Read to a therapy dog at the library!

Eco Kids Club (In-Person)

Tue, May 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Calling all junior conservationists! Register

MFL Presents: The Art of Speech for Youth - Hosted By Master Speaker Shawn Walker

Tue, May 06, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch - Multipurpose Room

Build Confidence for delivering speeches and presentations, while developing strong eye contact, poise and articulation. Sponsored by Friends of Broward County Library.

Mainstreaming Education College & Career Advancement - MECCA Tutoring Program by Broward County Public Schools

Tue, May 06, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Café

Free academic assistance for all Broward County Public and Charter School students. Registration required.Register

Game Night - Play PS5, Nintendo Switch, and Board Games

Tue, May 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Come enjoy Game Nights at the Sunrise Dan Pearl Library. Whether it's a two-player match or 5, our library has you covered!

After School Fun for grades K-2 - Come for a story and a craft

Tue, May 06, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

Registration required

Stories and Slime

Tue, May 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch

We read three picture books and then make a simple slime using glue, baking soda and contact lens solution. Ages 4 and up.

Game Plan for Student Athletes: College Prep (Online) - (Online) Ready for College: College Readiness Workshops

Tue, May 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Online - Broward County Library

Learn how to balance academics, sports, and college applications to achieve success as a student-athlete.Register

Chess Club

Tue, May 06, 4:30pm - 7:30pm

Imperial Point Branch

A chance for casual practice or play for ages 5 to adult.

Teen Spanish Refresher Workshop

Tue, May 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Instructions are detailed and complex that aligns with high school participants skill level and interests. This event is only for high schoolers.

Tai Chi Focus at Main Library - with Instructor Fan Yang

Tue, May 06, 4:45pm - 6:00pm

Main Library - Programming Room (1)

Practice Yang-style Tai Chi with expert instructor Fan Yang on Tuesdays!

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Class

Tue, May 06, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Room 214

We will help you: Practice for the interview (speaking and comprehension); review the 100 civic questions (history and government); and practice your reading and writing.

English Cafe for All Levels

Tue, May 06, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Room 222

This is a free class where speakers of other languages can practice reading and conversational English. This is an all-level class for different levels of proficiency.

Creative STEAM Lab

Tue, May 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

West Regional Library - 140, Program Room (Youth)

Get creative and have fun exploring hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) activities for ages 6 to 12. Registration is required for each participant.

Cancelled

English Cafe - Beginner - Practice English

Tue, May 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hollywood Branch

Free classes that consist of conversation, vocabulary, games and pronunciation. Registration is required & class size is limited.

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Class - Everything You Need to Know to Pass Your Interview and Test.

Tue, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

Instruction by Citizens-in-Action Volunteers of the Southwest Regional Library.

Family Storytime. All Ages.

Tue, May 06, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Everglades Room

Family Evening Storytime: Activities and stories before bedtime.

Registration opens Tuesday, April 29 2025 at 9:00am

English Cafe for Beginners

Tue, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch - Meeting Room

Free classes that consist of conversation, vocabulary, games and pronunciation.

U. S. Citizenship and Naturalization Course - By Hispanic Unity of Florida

Tue, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Weston Branch - Conference Room (Room 107)

Everything You Need to Know to Pass Your Interview and Test.

I am Change(Motivating Future Leaders): Coding for the Youth - Presented by Friends of North Lauderdale Library

Tue, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch - Multipurpose Room

Motivating Future Leaders, Coding for the Youth, aims to provide high-quality computer coding classes for youth aged 11-18.

English Cafe - Beginner

Tue, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Practice and improve your English conversation skills. Classes will focus on vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar.

Photoshop Essential Training - Part 2 (Online) - Zoom

Tue, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Online - Broward County Library

Join us for guided video lessons on how to learn Photoshop, on Zoom.

Cancelled

Socrates Cafe

Tue, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hollywood Branch

Socrates Café are gatherings around the world where people from different backgrounds get together and exchange philosophical perspectives based on their experiences.

Beginners English Cafe

Tue, May 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Classroom

Classes will focus on vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar.

Yoga Class - BYOM - Bring Your Own Mat!

Tue, May 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

West Regional Library - 103, Multipurpose Room

Join Instructor Leigh Ann Russo for a relaxing evening yoga session.

CK-Take & Make - a take home craft for ages 5 & up.

Wed, May 07, All day

South Regional/Broward College Library

Can't make it to Crafty Kids on Fridays? No problem! Stop by the Youth Services desk any time after the program for a kit to take home and make.

Reveal the Beauty - The Literature and Art of the Harlem Renaissance

Wed, May 07, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery C

Featuring Works from the Dorothy Porter Wesley Collection. On display from February - June 2025.

Celebrate Drinking Water Week Quiz - Test Your Knowledge-Stanley Cup Prize Giveaway

Wed, May 07, All day

Main Library - 2nd floor display table

Test your clean water awareness and complete the quiz for a chance to win a FREE Stanley Cup!

Cancelled

English Cafe - Advanced

Wed, May 07, 10:00am - 11:30am

New venue Hollywood Branch

A place where speakers of other languages can practice advanced level reading and conversational English.

Teens Read: Book Review Display - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Wed, May 07, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center

Earn volunteer hours by reviewing books!

2nd Floor Photo Op - May Theme 5/1-5/31: Travel the world!

Wed, May 07, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Get ready to travel as we welcome back SWR's Travel Expo. Not available on Memorial Day.

The Storefront: Reading Room by Allison Bolah - Artist Residency Program at Main Library

Wed, May 07, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Main Library

Envisioned by Allison Bolah, the reading room is an art installation that brings to the surface the intersections amongst community, foundational texts, and information spaces.

May is Air Quality Awareness Month - Natural Resources Division — Air Program

Wed, May 07, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Main Library

Information for residents to learn about Broward’s air quality.

Toddler Storytime. Ages 12-35 months. - Registration is required. Toddler and adult must register.

Wed, May 07, 10:15am - 10:40am

Southwest Regional Library - Sunshine Room

Toddler Storytime: Stories, songs, and rhymes. Ages 12-35 months. Registration is required for this in-person program.

Registration opens Wednesday, April 30 2025 at 9:00am

English Cafe - Beginner/Intermediate - Focuses on vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar.

Wed, May 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

This class provides a fun environment to practice English skills. Instruction is provided by a Southwest Regional Library Volunteer.

Cancelled

Coffee & Conversation with Florida Agencies! - Florida Agencies are Here to Assist You with Social Services

Wed, May 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Hollywood Branch

Join us for Coffee and Conversation with various Florida agencies. Find out what social services and resources are available to you.

Music and Movement. Ages 2-5

Wed, May 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Young At Art (now Broward County Library Branch) - Multipurpose Room

Let's have fun singing and dancing. Registration is required.

Registration opens Monday, May 5 2025 at 9:00am

Baby Lapsit Storytime

Wed, May 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Davie/Cooper City Branch - Multipurpose Room

Baby Storytime ages 3-12 months. Registration required.

Baby Storytime

Wed, May 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch

Songs, rhymes, stories and bubbles. Playtime follows. Ages 3-12 months.

Coffee & Conversation

Wed, May 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dania Beach Paul DeMaio Branch - Multipurpose Room

Come join an informal discussion on government services available to the public. Some dates may have a speaker.

Toddler Storytime. Ages 12-35 months. - Registration is required. Toddler and adult must register.

Wed, May 07, 10:50am - 11:15am

Southwest Regional Library - Sunshine Room

Toddler Storytime: Stories, songs, and rhymes. Ages 12-35 months. Registration is required for this in-person program.

Registration opens Wednesday, April 30 2025 at 9:00am

Mobile Device Help

Wed, May 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hollywood Beach Bernice P. Oster Branch

A one on one orientation with a library staff member who can help you learn to use your favorite library apps on your smartphone or tablet. Please bring your smart device fully charged.

Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz's District Service - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Wed, May 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center

The Office of Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz will be available to answer questions, obtain information, and help resolve problems with a federal agency.

Tai Chi 4 for Arthritis Weekly Mondays & Wednesdays - March 17 - May 7. Minimum age 60 years old.

Wed, May 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Pompano Beach Library and Cultural Center - Multipurpose Room

The Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi Program is a one hour workshop offered twice a week for eight weeks. Sponsored by the Aging and Disability Resource Center / Area Agency on Aging - Broward County.

Toddler Storytime. Ages 12-35 months. - Registration is required. Toddler and adult must register.

Wed, May 07, 11:25am - 11:50am

Southwest Regional Library - Sunshine Room

Stories, songs, and rhymes. Ages 12-35 months.

Registration opens Wednesday, April 30 2025 at 9:00am

Rare Adventures (Exhibition) - An exhibit of late 19th & 20th century travel

Wed, May 07, 12:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library

Now through May 19, 2025. Go back in time with this selection of materials from the Bienes Museum of the Modern Book and the Special Collections and Archives of AARLCC.

Director's Book Club (Online) - "Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant"

Wed, May 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Online - Broward County Library

Join Broward County Library Director Allison Grubbs in discussing thought-provoking books online. Read the book or listen to the audiobook, then get together with Allison and others to talk about it. Register

English Cafe Intermediate

Wed, May 07, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Davie/Cooper City Branch - Multipurpose Room

Practice your English with peers! Taught by volunteers. Registration is required.

Meditation & Movement - Nurture your mind, body and soul

Wed, May 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

West Regional Library - 103, Multipurpose Room

A session of gentle stretches, breathing exercises and guided meditations. With certified Yoga Teacher, Leigh Ann Russo.

Registration opens Wednesday, April 30 2025 at 9:00am

Let's Talk About It - Fun conversations for curious minds!

Wed, May 07, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 226

Join us weekly for thought provoking discussions on a wide range of topics. Participants are invited to share insights and explore diverse perspectives.

Movie Screening - Fantastic Films at Sunrise: All the President's Men

Wed, May 07, 1:00pm - 3:20pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch - Meeting Room

Join us for Fantastic Films and watch dramas that will make you cry, sultry on-screen romances that will leave you blushing, and action and thriller films that will have you on the edge of your seat.

Ageless Grace: Brain and Body Fitness - Timeless Fitness for the Body and Mind

Wed, May 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Weston Branch

Work out your brain and your body in a chair to great music!

Teen Time

Wed, May 07, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Teen Space

Hang out in the Teen Lounge after school. Watch a movie, play board games, and relax after class! For Middle and High Schoolers.

Afterschool Homework Help

Wed, May 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library

Free Homework Help is offered after school from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the Youth Services area. One on One and Group Activities are available.

Tech Wednesdays: Computer Literacy for Windows 10 - Computer Class

Wed, May 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Lauderdale Lakes Branch Library/Educational and Cultural Center

This course shows a thorough, jargon-free introduction to computers, files and folders, networks, and peripherals like external storage drives and Bluetooth devices.

Chair Yoga - Sponsored by the Friends of the Stirling Road Branch Library

Wed, May 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Modified form of yoga using a chair for support.

BCPA Mobile Exemption & Information Team - Tax exemption education outreach event.

Wed, May 07, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Margate Catharine Young Library - Auditorium

Broward County Property Appraisers Office, offer in-person tax exemption information to the public. Learn about & sign up for Homestead, Veterans, Disabled, Senior & other Property Tax Exemptions.

Knitting and Crochet Club - Come knit and crochet with us! This is NOT a class.

Wed, May 07, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Weston Branch - Conference Room (Room 107)

Exchange new stitches and socialize with the group.

Afterschool - Teen hang-out in the Living Room

Wed, May 07, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Videogames, entertainment, and space to chill or engage.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 9:00am

Needlework Circle - Knitting, Crocheting & More!

Wed, May 07, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Beach Branch - Meeting Room

A needlework workshop for knitting, crocheting, and other needle crafts. Bring your work to share and compare. Exchange new stitches and make friends!

Academic Enrichment at Your Library

Wed, May 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Youth Service Story Room

Academic enrichment for grades K-12.

Broward County Property Appraiser: Exemption Applications

Wed, May 07, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Carver Ranches Branch - Conference Room

Apply for the Homestead Exemption and learn about additional exemptions with the Broward County Property Appraiser. 1st Wednesday of the Month.

Cancelled

Open Gaming - For Ages 5 to 100

Wed, May 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Hollywood Branch

Join us to play board games every Wednesday from 3 pm to 5 pm at the Hollywood Library. We will have board games, card games, and puzzles available for people to play.

STEAM Fun. Ages 7-11. - Build! Create! Investigate!

Wed, May 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch - Conference Room

Join us working on basic STEAM related projects. Registration recommended.

Registration opens Wednesday, April 23 2025 at 9:00am

Mainstreaming Education College & Career Advancement - MECCA Tutoring Program by Broward County Public Schools

Wed, May 07, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Café

Free academic assistance for all Broward County Public and Charter School students. Registration required.Register

Game Night - Play PS5, Nintendo Switch, and Board Games

Wed, May 07, 4:00pm - 7:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Come enjoy Game Nights at the Sunrise Dan Pearl Library. Whether it's a two-player match or 5, our library has you covered!

Chess Mentorship

Wed, May 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Northwest Branch - Multipurpose Room

Learn chess strategies

Gentle Yoga for Beginners - Bring your mat and join us!

Wed, May 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Multipurpose Room

Enjoy the benefits of yoga through gentle movement and breathwork. No previous yoga experience is required.

This event is full

Algebra 101

Wed, May 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Learn tips and tricks for mastering algebra from retied Broward College Professor Michael Ohanian. Registration Required

English Cafe Intermediate - Practice conversational English.

Wed, May 07, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 226

Free class for students who have basic English language skills and want to improve their comfort and proficiency in English. Registration is required & class size is limited.

Poets @ Heart - A Poetry Writing Group

Wed, May 07, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 235

Join fellow poets for an evening workshopping your original poems.

Mother's Day High Tea - For All Ages

Wed, May 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - 135

Enjoy a cozy afternoon filled with tea, sweet treats, and engaging activities. Come dressed in your best tea attire to toast our amazing mothers and caregivers who inspire us every day!

Get Crafty - May Craft: Feather Mural Project

Wed, May 07, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Southwest Regional Library - Creation Station

Please choose 5;00 PM or 6:30 PM, not both.

This event is full

Computer Basics for Older Adults Course - Facilitated by AARP OATS Program

Wed, May 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Lauderhill Central Park Library

In this 10-week, PC-based course, you’ll learn the basics of how to operate a computer and navigate the internet in ways that can enrich your life.

This event is full

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Course - Everything You Need to Know to Pass Your Interview and Test.

Wed, May 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

Instruction by Citizens-in-Action Volunteers of the Southwest Regional Library.

Write On! - Creative Writing Workshop - Calling all writers, poets and creative enthusiasts

Wed, May 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Michael Bienes Seminar Room #2

Come join us for an inspiring creative writing workshop presented by Art Prevails.Register

Beginning English Cafe - Learn English!

Wed, May 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

West Regional Library - 237, Meeting Room

This class is for adults who know little or no English.

English Cafe Intermediate

Wed, May 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Classroom

Practice listening, speaking and reading skills in a safe and judgment free environment.

Living With Coyotes

Wed, May 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 154

Join us to learn about how we can coexist with coyotes. This presentation will focus on their biology, behavior, and their important role in Florida's ecosystem.

El Club en Español - Conversational Spanish Practice - for Intermediate Spanish Speakers & Above

Wed, May 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - 5th Floor North Conference Room

Join fellow Spanish-language learners, intermediate and above, for fun conversation on a rich variety of topics. Bring your friends!

Mother's Day Card Craft

Wed, May 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - YA Room

Make a Mother’s Day card using the Creation Station! Supplies will be provided.

Family Storytime

Wed, May 07, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch - Meeting Room

Join us for stories, songs and fun!

English Cafe Intermediate - Improve your English skills

Wed, May 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Weston Branch - Conference Room (Room 107)

Come practice your English in a group setting.

English Cafe Intermediate - Improve your English skills

Wed, May 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Weston Branch

Come practice your English in a group setting. Class held in the conference room.

CC Voices Live!

Wed, May 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library - Multipurpose Room

This is an open mike night allowing you to show your musical and creative talents. All are welcome to this free event.

Teen Advisory Board Presents: Mother's Day Cupcake and Card - Sponsored by the Friends of the Stirling Road Branch Library

Wed, May 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch

Join us for our monthly Teen Advisory Board event! This month, we will be decorating a cupcake and a card in celebration of Mother's Day! This event will occur in the Teen Room.

Spanish Conversational Circle

Wed, May 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

West Regional Library - 230, Conference Room

Join us for a fun 12-week study group to learn and practice Spanish!

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens

Wed, May 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

West Regional Library

Join us for an adventure in the popular table-top role-playing game. Registration is required.

A Quest for Freegal - Learn About Freegal Music

Wed, May 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Computer Training Center

Learn how to use the free music streaming service, Freegal!

Get Crafty - May Craft: Feather Mural Project

Wed, May 07, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Southwest Regional Library - Creation Station

Please choose 5:00 PM or 6:30 PM, not both.

What's the scoop on Medicare?

Wed, May 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Pembroke Pines/Walter C. Young Resource Center - Multipurpose Room

Have questions before enrolling in Medicare? Come to a free seminar and get your questions answered.

English Cafe Intermediate

Wed, May 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Imperial Point Branch - Multipurpose Room

Practice and improve your English conversation skills. Classes will focus on vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar.

Paper Flower Bouquet (Advance Craft Class)

Wed, May 07, 7:00pm - 7:50pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Instructions are detailed and complex that aligns with high school participants skill level and interests. This event is only for high schoolers and middle schoolers.

CK-Take & Make - a take home craft for ages 5 & up.

Thu, May 08, All day

South Regional/Broward College Library

Can't make it to Crafty Kids on Fridays? No problem! Stop by the Youth Services desk any time after the program for a kit to take home and make.

Reveal the Beauty - The Literature and Art of the Harlem Renaissance

Thu, May 08, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery C

Featuring Works from the Dorothy Porter Wesley Collection. On display from February - June 2025.

Celebrate Drinking Water Week Quiz - Test Your Knowledge-Stanley Cup Prize Giveaway

Thu, May 08, All day

Main Library - 2nd floor display table

Test your clean water awareness and complete the quiz for a chance to win a FREE Stanley Cup!

AM Yoga Stretch (Online)

Thu, May 08, 8:30am - 9:00am

Online - Broward County Library

This is an online beginner class with focus on flexibility and strength.

Rare Adventures (Exhibition) - An exhibit of late 19th & 20th century travel

Thu, May 08, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Now through May 19, 2025. Go back in time with this selection of materials from the Bienes Museum of the Modern Book and the Special Collections and Archives of AARLCC.

Teens Read: Book Review Display - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Thu, May 08, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center

Earn volunteer hours by reviewing books!

Cancelled

English Cafe - Beginner - Practice English

Thu, May 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hollywood Branch

Free classes that consist of conversation, vocabulary, games and pronunciation. Registration is required & class size is limited.

2nd Floor Photo Op - May Theme 5/1-5/31: Travel the world!

Thu, May 08, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Get ready to travel as we welcome back SWR's Travel Expo. Not available on Memorial Day.

The Storefront: Reading Room by Allison Bolah - Artist Residency Program at Main Library

Thu, May 08, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Envisioned by Allison Bolah, the reading room is an art installation that brings to the surface the intersections amongst community, foundational texts, and information spaces.

May is Air Quality Awareness Month - Natural Resources Division — Air Program

Thu, May 08, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Information for residents to learn about Broward’s air quality.

Cancelled

Storytime

Thu, May 08, 10:15am - 11:00am

Northwest Branch

Join us for sing-a-longs and stories

AARP Driver Safety Class

Thu, May 08, 10:30am - 4:30pm

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch

Our Award-Winning Driver Safety Course Could Save You Money on Auto Insurance!

This event is full

Letter of the Week Storytime for ages 2-5

Thu, May 08, 10:30am - 11:15am

North Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

Welcome to Storytime. For ages 2 to 5! Registration is required.

Ageless Grace - With Instructor Elizabeth Veras

Thu, May 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Please join us, as Elizabeth Varas, Happiness Coach and Mind-Body Medicine Practitioner, presents Ageless Grace, learn about topics such as nutrition, mindfulness and self-care practices.

Preschool Storytime

Thu, May 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Join us for stories, songs and fun!

PE Story Time

Thu, May 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Pembroke Pines/Walter C. Young Resource Center - Storytime Room

Please join us for story time!

Storytime. Ages 2 to 6.

Thu, May 08, 10:30am - 11:15am

North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch - Multipurpose Room

Stories, Songs, and Fun! Ages 2 to 6. Registration is recommended.

Working with Computers and Devices - How to get started

Thu, May 08, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Imperial Point Branch - Multipurpose Room

Learn about the different hardware parts that make up a computer. Please bring your personal laptop, tablet, or smartphone for hands-on exercise.

Story Time with Mother Goose - Celebrating Mother's Day

Thu, May 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library - Multipurpose Room

Mother Goose will do a story-telling magic show all about the magic of nursery rhymes.

File Management in Windows 11 (2 Part Class) - Part 1: 5/8, Part 2: 5/15

Thu, May 08, 10:30am - 12:30pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Computer Training Center

Learn how to manage files and folders in Windows 11.

Baby & Me Graduation Special! Registration is required. - For non-walking babies as young as 6 weeks old.

Thu, May 08, 10:45am - 11:15am

Southwest Regional Library - Sunshine Room

1 baby per adult. Siblings must have another caregiver. This storytime is only for non-walkers. Once the babies can walk, please consider our other storytimes.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 9:00am

Bingo - Library Living Room

Thu, May 08, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Join us to play fun and interactive Bingo games to win prizes!

Storytime Fun

Thu, May 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

West Regional Library - 140, Program Room (Youth)

Join us for stories, music, movement, and fun, for ages 3-5. Parents/caregivers are invited for the craft/activity session only. Registration is required for each child.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 9:00am

Toddler Storytime

Thu, May 08, 11:00am - 11:45am

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Stories, songs, fingerplays, egg shakers, puppets and playtime! Ages 1-3.

AARP Smart DriverTEK

Thu, May 08, 11:00am - 12:30pm

West Regional Library - 230, Conference Room

Smart DriverTEK is a 90-minute workshop offering an interactive way to stay up to date with the latest safety technology in your current or future car.

Cancelled

Storytime Fun for ages 1-5 years - Active storytime for 1-5 year olds.

Thu, May 08, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Weston Branch

Songs, rhymes and stories!

TranquiliTEA Thursdays - Coloring for Adults

Thu, May 08, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Young At Art (now Broward County Library Branch) - Multipurpose Room

Our mindfulness hour of tea, coloring and relaxing music invites you to calm your mind and destress. Come and join us - coloring sheets and pencils are provided.

Mother’s Day Storytime & Craft - 2nd Floor - Active Learning Center

Thu, May 08, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Main Library

Celebrate mothers and other caregivers with a special storytime, a fun craft, and a photoshoot at the Creation Station.

Books and Bites

Thu, May 08, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Join librarians Bonnie and Sarah for a book club discussion and a special presentation about library resources. Register

Storytime Fun for ages 1-5 years - Active storytime for 1-5 year olds.

Thu, May 08, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Weston Branch

Songs, rhymes and stories!

Off the Hook - Knitting and Crochet Group

Thu, May 08, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Southwest Regional Library

Grab your yarn and needles and join the group to discuss your projects and latest techniques.

Chair Yoga - with instructor Leigh Ann Russo

Thu, May 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Auditorium

Please join us, as Leigh Ann Russo, Registered Yoga Teacher and Certified Holistic Health Coach presents Chair Yoga. These classes benefit people of all ages. Registration Required

Movie Screening - Fantastic Films at Sunrise: Analyze This

Thu, May 08, 12:00pm - 1:50pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch - Meeting Room

Join us for Fantastic Films and watch dramas that will make you cry, sultry on-screen romances that will leave you blushing, and action and thriller films that will have you on the edge of your seat.

Tia Chi - A Matter of Balance - Health and Wellness

Thu, May 08, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Margate Catharine Young Branch - Auditorium

Many older adults experience concerns about falling and, as a result, restrict their activities. Participants will learn startegies to prevent fall and manage daily activities.

Ageless Grace - with Eleanor Robinson

Thu, May 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 154

Ageless Grace is a fitness and wellness program that consists of simple exercise tools designed for all ages and abilities.

Spanish Café -Conversational Spanish Practice (Beginners) - Registration Required

Thu, May 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Hollywood Beach Bernice P. Oster Branch

Practice basic communication skills (including vocabulary, pronunciation & grammar) in Spanish.

Teen Time

Thu, May 08, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Teen Space

Hang out in the Teen Lounge after school. Watch a movie, play board games, and relax after class! For Middle and High Schoolers.

Afterschool Homework Help

Thu, May 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library

Free Homework Help is offered after school from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the Youth Services area. One on One and Group Activities are available.

Ageless Grace: Exercise and Brain Health Program - Sponsored by the Friends of the Stirling Road Branch Library

Thu, May 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

These exercises, based on everyday movements that are natural and organic, focus on the health longevity of the mind and body. Presented by certified instructor Sharon Veingrad.

Get the Scoop on Medicare - Presented by Mediclarity

Thu, May 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Galt Ocean Mile Reading Center

Healthcare is a critical topic. Most are totally confused about the options they have as they approach Medicare age.

Cancelled

Technology Class with AARP Senior Planet - For Adults Age 50 and Over

Thu, May 08, 2:15pm - 3:15pm

Hollywood Branch Library Computer Lab - Computer Lab

Join the AARP's Older Adults Technology Services and Senior Planet to get individual one-on-one tech help.

Coffee and Conversation

Thu, May 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Main Library - Programming Room (1)

Come join an informal discussion on government services available to the public. Some dates may have a speaker.

English Cafe Intermediate @ Main Library - for intermediate-level learners of English

Thu, May 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Main Library - 5th Floor North Conference Room

A conversational practice of English.

Afterschool - Teen hang-out in the Living Room

Thu, May 08, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Videogames, entertainment, and space to chill or engage.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 9:00am

Mandala Art: Explore, Create, Meditate - with Monica Saul

Thu, May 08, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Dania Beach Paul DeMaio Branch

Unlock your creativity and discover the magic of mandalas in this enriching art program!

Broward County Property Appraisers Tax Exemption Event - with the BCPA Mobile Exemption Education Team

Thu, May 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library - Multipurpose Room

Broward County Property Appraisers Office staff offer in-person tax exemption information to the public.

Arts and Crafts for Everyone

Thu, May 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Imperial Point Branch

Fun activities for the entire family.

Open House with Florida State Rep. Mitch Rosenwald, Dist. 98

Thu, May 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library - Small Conference Room

The office of Florida State House District 98 Representative Mitch Rosenwald, will be holding a monthly public open house

Cancelled

One on One Technology Help with AARP Senior Planet - For Adults Age 50 and Over

Thu, May 08, 3:15pm - 4:00pm

Hollywood Branch

Join the AARP's Older Adults Technology Services and Senior Planet to get individual one-on-one tech help.

Homework Help - For children in grades K - 12

Thu, May 08, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library - Youth Services Area

The homework help program provides assistance with homework questions. Walk-ins welcome!

Broward County Property Appraiser Outreach - Homestead Exemption Filing

Thu, May 08, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Weston Branch - Conference Room (Room 107)

Homestead Exemption Filing

Acrylic paint class with artist Martha Cecilia Rivero - Create your own original artwork.

Thu, May 08, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Lauderdale Lakes Branch Library/Educational and Cultural Center - Multipurpose Room

Sponsored by a grant from the Friends of the Broward County Library.

English Cafe Beginners - Practice English

Thu, May 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Room 214

Free classes that consist of conversation, vocabulary, games and pronunciation.

Mainstreaming Education College & Career Advancement - MECCA Tutoring Program by Broward County Public Schools

Thu, May 08, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Café

Free academic assistance for all Broward County Public and Charter School students. Registration required.Register

Cancelled

Family Afternoon Storytime - Join us for stories, songs, playtime and laughter!

Thu, May 08, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Hollywood Branch

Please come join us for an afternoon of stories, songs, playtime and laughter!

Cancelled

English Cafe - Beginner - Practice English

Thu, May 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Hollywood Branch

Free classes that consist of conversation, vocabulary, games and pronunciation. Registration is required & class size is limited.

Flower card, poem, and heart keychain for Mother's day

Thu, May 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Design a card, learn to write a poem, and create a "heart of gold" keychain out of perler beads for Mother's Day with other high schoolers! This event is cohosted by teens.

English Cafe Intermediate

Thu, May 08, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Northwest Regional Library - Room 222

This class is where speakers of other languages can practice intermediate-level reading and conversational English.

Coloring @ Tyrone Bryant Library

Thu, May 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Tyrone Bryant Branch - Multipurpose Room

Join us for Family Coloring @ Tyrone Bryant Library!

Teen Volunteer Orientation

Thu, May 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Become a volunteer at the Alvin Sherman Library! Register

Beginner Computer Course: PowerPoint Basics

Thu, May 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Riverland Branch - Multipurpose Room

Fundamentals of Microsoft PowerPoint. Learn how to create slides, add text and images, use design templates, and make your presentations more engaging.

Registration opens Thursday, April 24 2025 at 12:00am

English Cafe - Beginners - Practice English

Thu, May 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch

Practice your English language skills in a relaxed and friendly environment. Beginners only.

Reveal the Beauty - The Literature and Art of the Harlem Renaissance

Fri, May 09, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery C

Featuring Works from the Dorothy Porter Wesley Collection. On display from February - June 2025.

Take & Make Craft - For Children, Ages 5 & Up

Fri, May 09, All day

Pompano Beach Library and Cultural Center

Take-home craft

Grab-n-Go: Take and Make Craft

Fri, May 09, All day

Imperial Point Branch

This grab-n-go kit includes instructions and supplies to create your craft in the comfort of your home. Ask library staff for a craft kit.

Celebrate Drinking Water Week Quiz - Test Your Knowledge-Stanley Cup Prize Giveaway

Fri, May 09, All day

Main Library - 2nd floor display table

Test your clean water awareness and complete the quiz for a chance to win a FREE Stanley Cup!

Rare Adventures (Exhibition) - An exhibit of late 19th & 20th century travel

Fri, May 09, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Now through May 19, 2025. Go back in time with this selection of materials from the Bienes Museum of the Modern Book and the Special Collections and Archives of AARLCC.

Teens Read: Book Review Display - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Fri, May 09, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center

Earn volunteer hours by reviewing books!

2nd Floor Photo Op - May Theme 5/1-5/31: Travel the world!

Fri, May 09, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Get ready to travel as we welcome back SWR's Travel Expo. Not available on Memorial Day.

The Storefront: Reading Room by Allison Bolah - Artist Residency Program at Main Library

Fri, May 09, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Envisioned by Allison Bolah, the reading room is an art installation that brings to the surface the intersections amongst community, foundational texts, and information spaces.

May is Air Quality Awareness Month - Natural Resources Division — Air Program

Fri, May 09, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Information for residents to learn about Broward’s air quality.

Beginning English Cafe - Basic Level - This class is for ADULTS only who know little or no English.

Fri, May 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

Students will learn the English alphabet, pronunciation, vocabulary, and develop basic conversation skills.

Cancelled

Chair Yoga for Adults - Chair Yoga for Adults

Fri, May 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Hollywood Branch

Learn a new way to practice yoga

West Regional Fiction Book Club - What Are You Reading?

Fri, May 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm

West Regional Library - 230, Conference Room

Come and discuss what you are currently reading and find out what's new in fiction at the library.

Music and Movement - 2nd Floor - Active Learning Center

Fri, May 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

Main Library

Join us for dancing, singing, and a story or two. For children who can walk, up to 5 years old.

Baby Lapsit Storytime - For non-walking babies ages Birth to 18 months.

Fri, May 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

Northwest Regional Library - 135

Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories specifically selected for the developmental needs of babies before they start walking. Space is limited to 60 participants on a first-come, first-served basis.

Socrates Cafe

Fri, May 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch - Multipurpose Room

A Socrates Cafe is an open discussion for participants to delve into philosophical questions.

Welcome to Story Time! May 2025 - For ages 2 to 5 - Enjoy stories, songs, and more!

Fri, May 09, 10:30am - 11:05am

Pompano Beach Library and Cultural Center - Multipurpose Room

Story Time!

Ageless Grace with Sharon Veingrad

Fri, May 09, All day

Davie/Cooper City Branch - Multipurpose Room

Chair exercises based on consciously choosing to change the brain through physical movements Fitness for brain and body.

Ageless Grace: Brain Exercises for Adults - Seated fun for the body and mind

Fri, May 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Programming Room (1)

This program is designed for adults of all ages and is performed while seated. Led by instructor Eleanor, Ageless Grace meet Fridays, 11am-12pm on Main Library's 1st floor.

Coloring, Crafts & Conversation - Library Living Room

Fri, May 09, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Come and enjoy different activities throughout the week in the comfort of your library! For adults 50+

Baby Play Date! - Up to 18 months

Fri, May 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

Northwest Regional Library - 133

For families with babies birth to 18 months. Play with your baby and meet new friends during this special play date that promotes social skills, motor skills and helps develop early literacy skills!

Chair Yoga - With certified yoga instructor Noemi Rais.

Fri, May 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dania Beach Paul DeMaio Branch

You can do yoga just sitting on a chair. Improve your health, concentration, flexibility, and strength. Feel relaxed, energized, and uplifted.

Cancelled

Storytime Fun for ages 1-5 years - Active storytime for 1-5 year olds.

Fri, May 09, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Weston Branch

Songs, rhymes and stories!

Tai Chi

Fri, May 09, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Multipurpose Room

Join instructor Sabrina Zhang for a Tai Chi class. This gentle form of exercise can help maintain strength, flexibility, and balance. Registration required.

Tai Chi- Instructor Mario Leon - Registration Required (50-person max)

Fri, May 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

West Regional Library - 103, Multipurpose Room

Gentle movement sequences designed to help improve your balance and coordination. Tai Chi can be easily adapted for any level of fitness.

English Cafe Intermediate - Practice conversational English.

Fri, May 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Dania Beach Paul DeMaio Branch - Multipurpose Room

English Cafe is a conversation class, designed for adults and led by an instructor to help improve English-speaking skills.

Teen Time

Fri, May 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Teen Space

Hang out in the Teen Lounge after school. Watch a movie, play board games, and relax after class! For Middle and High Schoolers.

Hooked on Stitches! - Crochet Club

Fri, May 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

West Regional Library - 230, Conference Room

Join us for a social time while working on your crochet projects. Bring your yarn, hooks and supplies to the Creation Station and enjoy a time with fellow crocheters.

Drawing with Marcy - Learn How to Draw from an Artist

Fri, May 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Davie/Cooper City Branch

Have you ever wanted to learn how to draw? Then this is your chance! Join us for the first Friday of the month (March, April, May only). Classes are limited to 12 people, registration is required.

This event is full

Afterschool Homework Help

Fri, May 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library

Free Homework Help is offered after school from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the Youth Services area. One on One and Group Activities are available.

Kitten Care - with Broward Animal Care Division

Fri, May 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch - Meeting Room

Kitten Care is an outreach program facilitated by the Animal Care Division with the goal of teaching residents all about kittens and community cats

Afterschool - Teen hang-out in the Living Room

Fri, May 09, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Videogames, entertainment, and space to chill or engage.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 9:00am

Teens Chasing Dreams

Fri, May 09, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Northwest Branch - Multipurpose Room

teen life skills program

Cancelled

Lego Club - For Ages 5 to 18, Grades K to 12

Fri, May 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hollywood Branch

Calling all young Lego fans, come join us for an hour of Lego fun! Join us for open building and free play. If you need an idea, we will have challenge cards available too. Must be age 5 to attend.

Mother's Day Craft with Coral Springs Woman's Club - Ages 10 and up

Fri, May 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - 133

Come make a Mother's Day craft! Crafts are provided by Coral Springs Woman's club.

Kids and Seniors Learn Tech - Presented by Tech 4 Now

Fri, May 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Imperial Point Branch - Multipurpose Room

Be prepared for success in today's digital world! Learn essential skills in coding, computer navigation, internet safety and how to conduct research. Please bring your own laptop or tablet.

Reveal the Beauty - The Literature and Art of the Harlem Renaissance

Sat, May 10, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery C

Featuring Works from the Dorothy Porter Wesley Collection. On display from February - June 2025.

Celebrate Drinking Water Week Quiz - Test Your Knowledge-Stanley Cup Prize Giveaway

Sat, May 10, All day

Main Library - 2nd floor display table

Test your clean water awareness and complete the quiz for a chance to win a FREE Stanley Cup!

Cancelled

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Class - By Hispanic Unity of Florida

Sat, May 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Hollywood Branch

We will help you: practice for the interview (speaking and comprehension); review the 100 civics questions (history and government); and practice your reading and writing

Rare Adventures (Exhibition) - An exhibit of late 19th & 20th century travel

Sat, May 10, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Now through May 19, 2025. Go back in time with this selection of materials from the Bienes Museum of the Modern Book and the Special Collections and Archives of AARLCC.

Teens Read: Book Review Display - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Sat, May 10, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center

Earn volunteer hours by reviewing books!

2nd Floor Photo Op - May Theme 5/1-5/31: Travel the world!

Sat, May 10, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Get ready to travel as we welcome back SWR's Travel Expo. Not available on Memorial Day.

The Storefront: Reading Room by Allison Bolah - Artist Residency Program at Main Library

Sat, May 10, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Envisioned by Allison Bolah, the reading room is an art installation that brings to the surface the intersections amongst community, foundational texts, and information spaces.

Learn to Play Mahjong - For Beginners

Sat, May 10, 10:00am - 1:00pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 226

Join us learn how to play mahjong in 4-weekly sessions. Seats are limited. Registration is required.

May is Air Quality Awareness Month - Natural Resources Division — Air Program

Sat, May 10, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Information for residents to learn about Broward’s air quality.

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Class

Sat, May 10, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Everglades Room

This class will help you practice for the interview (speaking and comprehension); review the 100 civic questions (history/government); and practice reading and writing for the Citizenship Test.

Elementary Math Bootcamp - For children and families

Sat, May 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library - Multipurpose Room

Children in elementary school are invited to join this monthly boot camp series to refresh their elementary math skills. Caregivers are also encouraged to attend.

Free Play Extravaganza. Ages 3-5 years old. - Registration required

Sat, May 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Carver Ranches Branch

Bring your children ages 3 to 5 years to participate in this passive and self-directed pop-up style program. Educational toys will be provided for families to play together in the youth area.

How to Use LinkedIn Learning

Sat, May 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Computer Lab

Ready to skill up? LinkedIn Learning bridges the gap between the career you want and the skills you need.

Registration opens Saturday, May 3 2025 at 12:00am

US Citizenship & Naturalization Class - By Hispanic Unity

Sat, May 10, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch - Meeting Room

Practice for the interview (speaking and comprehension); review the 100 civic questions (history and government); and practice your reading and writing. Registration required.

Alfie’s Storytime Readers. For ages 5-12. - First-come, First-served

Sat, May 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Southwest Regional Library - Sunshine Room

Read to a therapy dog at the library! The program will run first-come, first-served based on the sign-in sheet on the day of the program.

Your Social Security Benefits: Claim Smart, Retire Strong - Federal Benefits Educational Association

Sat, May 10, 10:30am - 11:45am

Pompano Beach Library and Cultural Center - Multipurpose Room

Educational workshop. Registration Link will be posted prior to event.

How to Access Free Education, Entertainment & More - Available with Your Library Card

Sat, May 10, 10:30am - 12:30pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Computer Training Center

Discover free resources available with your library card. Resources for education, for entertainment, for hobbies and more.

Meditation at Dania Beach Library

Sat, May 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dania Beach Paul DeMaio Branch - Multipurpose Room

Start your day with a guided mindfulness meditation to relax and refocus.

Construction Zone - Registration required - Ages 3-11

Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

Build creations with friends using blocks and plastic building bricks. All blocks and bricks are provided for use in the program.

Black History Saturday School Series: - Create Your Own Adinkra Symbol/Crest

Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Dianne Bienes Seminar Room # 1

Free monthly interactive Black History lessons for youth and families.

Piano Recital

Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 3:00pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 154

Join us to hear from students of "Piano Lessons by Rhonda" as the perform music.

Toddler Free Play - fun for ages 12-36 months.

Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

Give your little one a chance to make new friends while playing with toys appropriate for ages 12-36 months.

Chess Club - A chance for casual practice or play for ages 5 - 18+

Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Tamarac Branch - Multipurpose Room

Please register for this event.

Chess Club

Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 12:30pm

West Regional Library - 140, Program Room (Youth)

A chance for casual practice or play for ages 5-18.

Registration opens Saturday, April 26 2025 at 9:00am

Mother's Day Tea Party - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center - Multipurpose Room

Celebrate Mother’s Day 2025 with Miramar Library!

Create a gift for your Mother for Mother's Day! - with Ceramics on Wheels - Ages 5+

Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Weston Branch - Multipurpose Room (Room 120)

Ready to paint plaster pieces and paint provided. Create a special gift for you Mother or Grandma for Mother's day!

Registration opens Saturday, April 26 2025 at 9:00am

Teen Advisory Board

Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

The Teen Advisory Board is a program for teens who want to help with library programs and offer input into library collection and program development.Register

STEM Day at Creation Station Science with YEA - Celebrating 75 Years of the National Science Foundation

Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm

North Lauderdale Library - Creation Station Science

Join us at the Creation Station Science to celebrate National STEM Day. We are working with Youth Environmental Alliance to celebrate 75 years of the National Science Foundation.

English Cafe & US Citizenship

Sat, May 10, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Riverland Branch - Multipurpose Room

English for speakers of other languages followed by US Citizenship help.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 12:00pm

Gallery Walk of the “Reveal the Beauty" Exhibition

Sat, May 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center

Let's dive into the vibrant world of the Harlem Renaissance through literature and art with curators Dr. Shawn Christian and Chris Norwood.Register

Computer Basics: Learn to use a mouse, hardware, & software - Registration is required.

Sat, May 10, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Computer Training Center

Registration is required. Learn the basics of using computers, including the mouse, hardware, software, & Windows. For adults with little or no computer knowledge.

Saturday Crafts - Mother’s Day Craft: Create A Seashell Picture Frame

Sat, May 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Creation Station

Create A Seashell Picture Frame. Registration opens April 1, 2025.

Please contact the library to register for this event.

Lego Club - 2nd Floor- Active Learning Center

Sat, May 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library

Attention all builders. Join us at the library to unleash your creativity and construct an amazing creation with Legos.

Creative STEAM Lab

Sat, May 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

West Regional Library - 140, Program Room (Youth)

Get creative and have fun exploring hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) activities for ages 6 to 12. Registration is required for each participant.

Let's Build. Recommended for ages 6 to 12.

Sat, May 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Everglades Room

Practice engineering principles with building challenges!

Cultural Conversation: Through the Lens of Time - Love-Thornell Collection of Black American Photographs

Sat, May 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery B

Jacqui Love-Thornell discusses her collection of over 1,300 photographs documenting Black American life from mid-nineteenth to mid-twentieth century over a 15-year period. Register

Spanish Cafe for Beginners - Learn and practice Spanish

Sat, May 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

Learn and practice Spanish - vocabulary, grammar, and conversation!

Games People Play - Mahjong, Cards, Chess Board games and more

Sat, May 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 226

Whether you are a Mahjong master, a card game enthusiast, a Chess strategist or a board game lover, join us! You can gather with friends, meet new people and indulge in your favorite game.

Chess Club - Casual practice or play for all ages

Sat, May 10, 2:00pm - 5:30pm

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch - Multipurpose Room

Come play and learn chess for all ages and abilities.

Beginner Spanish Cafe

Sat, May 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Riverland Branch - Meeting Room

Join us and learn the basics of Spanish with an emphasis on vocabulary, grammar, and conversation.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 12:00pm

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens and Tweens

Sat, May 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Have adventures at the library with Dungeons and Dragons! We welcome new players and old.Register

Women of the Watershed - Eco Shift Environmental Film Series 2025

Sat, May 10, 2:30pm - 5:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Auditorium

Join us for a screening and panel discussion with experts. Register now and be part of the conversation for change!

AARLCC Special Collections Tour

Sat, May 10, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center

Join us for a unique opportunity to tour AARLCC Special Collections.

Teen Movie Pick: Bambie (1942)

Sat, May 10, 3:30pm - 4:45pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Popcorn and drinks will be provided while supplies last.

Cancelled

Kids: Come and Learn the Albanian Language & Culture! - For Kids

Sat, May 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hollywood Branch

This class is open for kids ages 5 - 18 to learn the language and culture of Albania.

Festivals of India

Sat, May 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

The spirit of India is expressed year-round in festivals. Register

2nd Floor Photo Op - May Theme 5/1-5/31: Travel the world!

Sun, May 11, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Get ready to travel as we welcome back SWR's Travel Expo. Not available on Memorial Day.

Family Storytime

Sun, May 11, 11:00am - 11:45am

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Are you looking for something to do on Sundays? Do you have very young children in your family? Would you like to have them entertained? Then come to Family Storytime!

Special Invitation - Mother's Day with the Friends

Sun, May 11, 1:45pm - 3:00pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Conference Room

You are invited to a Mother's Day Celebration at the Marta-Beth Friedman Library. We'll serve ice cream sundaes and listen to a wonderful lecture by Historian Anette Isaacs on Clara Schumann.

Bingo for Books

Sun, May 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Multipurpose Room

All ages welcome! Monthly we will host Bingo for Books, a lively hour of Bingo with books as the prizes!

Magic the Gathering: - Casual Commander Sunday

Sun, May 11, 2:00pm - 5:30pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Classroom

Do you play Magic the Gathering Commander or want to learn how to play?

Math Workshop for SAT - Sponsored by the Friends of the Stirling Road Branch Library

Sun, May 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Prepare for the June SAT with this intensive, 4 session workshop. Free for high school students in grades 10-12 only. Students must attend all 4 sessions.

Reveal the Beauty - The Literature and Art of the Harlem Renaissance

Mon, May 12, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery C

Featuring Works from the Dorothy Porter Wesley Collection. On display from February - June 2025.

Toddler Storytime

Mon, May 12, 10:00am - 11:00am

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch

Dances, stories and bubbles followed by a craft and free play. Ages 1-2.

Preschool Storytime - 11 AM - 12 PM

Mon, May 12, 10:00am - 11:00am

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch

Dances, stories and bubbles followed by a craft and free play. Ages 3-4. (60 min)

Teens Read: Book Review Display - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Mon, May 12, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center

Earn volunteer hours by reviewing books!

2nd Floor Photo Op - May Theme 5/1-5/31: Travel the world!

Mon, May 12, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Get ready to travel as we welcome back SWR's Travel Expo. Not available on Memorial Day.

The Storefront: Reading Room by Allison Bolah - Artist Residency Program at Main Library

Mon, May 12, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Main Library

Envisioned by Allison Bolah, the reading room is an art installation that brings to the surface the intersections amongst community, foundational texts, and information spaces.

May is Air Quality Awareness Month - Natural Resources Division — Air Program

Mon, May 12, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Main Library

Information for residents to learn about Broward’s air quality.

English Cafe - Intermediate Conversation - Practice conversational English.

Mon, May 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

A place where speakers of other languages can practice intermediate level reading and conversational English. Instruction from volunteers of the Southwest Regional Library.

Cancelled

Hora de cuentos bilingüe/Bilingual Storytime - Para las familias/for families

Mon, May 12, 10:30am - 11:15am

Hollywood Branch

Join us for a fun, family time of bilingual songs and stories. ¡Disfruten en familia con divertidos cuentos y canciones bilingües!

Preschool Storytime

Mon, May 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Imperial Point Branch - Multipurpose Room

Come and join us for stories. songs and playtime with lots of laughter. Children ages 3-5 years old with parents and caregivers.

English Cafe Advanced (Online) - Class size limited.

Mon, May 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Online - Broward County Library

Instruction from volunteers of Miramar Branch Library and moderated by Library Staff. Register

Preschool Storytime

Mon, May 12, 10:30am - 11:15am

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Please join us for stories, practicing early literacy skills, and playtime!

Broward County Property Appraiser - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Mon, May 12, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center - Multipurpose Room

Do you need assistance with saving on your property taxes and help finding additional exemptions you may qualify for?

Ageless Grace - Timeless Fitness and Fun for the Body and Mind

Mon, May 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Auditorium

Based on consciously choosing to change the brain through physical movements while seated, join Eleanor Robinson in playful exercises, similar to childhood activities. For all ages!

Chair Yoga with Instructor Manette - Seated yoga for the body and mind

Mon, May 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Main Library - 6E Multipurpose

Chair Yoga has a new schedule for 2025: Mondays, 12-1pm. Sit, stretch, and breathe with Manette during an effective seated yoga exercise class.

Ageless Grace - Registration Required (60-person max)

Mon, May 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

West Regional Library - 103, Multipurpose Room

Chair exercises based on consciously choosing to change the brain through physical movements Fitness for brain and body.

Rare Adventures (Exhibition) - An exhibit of late 19th & 20th century travel

Mon, May 12, 12:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library

Now through May 19, 2025. Go back in time with this selection of materials from the Bienes Museum of the Modern Book and the Special Collections and Archives of AARLCC.

Rescheduled

Spanish Cafe - Intermediate

Mon, May 12, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

New date Tuesday, April 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Weston Branch

Spanish vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills at the intermediate level.

Chair Yoga -Instructor Leigh Ann Russo - No Registration- First Come First Seated.

Mon, May 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Weston Branch - Multipurpose Room (Room 120)

Please join us, as Leigh Ann Russo, Registered Yoga Teacher and Certified Holistic Health Coach presents Chair Yoga. These classes benefit people of all ages.

Monday Matinee: "Conclave" - Sponsored by the Friends of the Stirling Road Branch Library

Mon, May 12, 12:30pm - 3:00pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Please join us for the showing of the movie: "Conclave". The film will be followed by a discussion.

Memoir Writing Workshop - All are welcome

Mon, May 12, 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Main Library - Bienes Museum Ceremonial Room

Join us on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month, from 1-3.30pm, on the 6th Floor of the Main Library in downtown Fort Lauderdale. We meet year round.

English Cafe

Mon, May 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Pembroke Pines/Walter C. Young Resource Center - Multipurpose Room

Practice & improve your conversational English.

Cancelled

Bad Art Club - Adults, New Adults

Mon, May 12, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Hollywood Branch

No expection of greatness

Toddler Crafternoon!

Mon, May 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Tyrone Bryant Branch - Multipurpose Room

Come enjoy a fun toddler craft! Ages 2-5.

Youth Chess

Mon, May 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch - Conference Room

A chance for casual practice or play.

Registration opens Monday, April 28 2025 at 9:00am

Strength and Balance - Registration Required (60-person max)

Mon, May 12, 1:15pm - 2:00pm

West Regional Library - 103, Multipurpose Room

Strength and Balance is a total body workout which focuses on strengthening the arms, legs, and core through movement to improve muscle tone and mobility. Proper footwear is required.

Joan's Awesome Book Club

Mon, May 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch

The title selected for April is "The Lost and Found Bookshop" by Susan Wiggs

Teen Time

Mon, May 12, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Teen Space

Hang out in the Teen Lounge after school. Watch a movie, play board games, and relax after class! For Middle and High Schoolers.

Craft and Chat

Mon, May 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 226

Bring your project and materials; we’ll provide workspace, snacks, and conversation.

Afterschool Homework Help

Mon, May 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library

Free Homework Help is offered after school from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the Youth Services area. One on One and Group Activities are available.

Afterschool - Teen hang-out in the Living Room

Mon, May 12, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Videogames, entertainment, and space to chill or engage.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 9:00am

Wags & Tales (For Ages 6-11) 2025 - Presented by the Humane Society of Broward County

Mon, May 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Pompano Beach Library - Youth Services Playroom

Animal Assisted book therapy

Storytime with Ms. Yasmin

Mon, May 12, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library - Multipurpose Room

Come discover effective strategies and practice your reading skills with the help of a dedicated and experienced instructor. This event will be held every Monday throughout the school year.

Homework Help - For children in grades K - 12

Mon, May 12, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library - Youth Services Area

The homework help program provides assistance with homework questions. Walk-ins welcome!

Mainstreaming Education College & Career Advancement - MECCA Tutoring Program by Broward County Public Schools

Mon, May 12, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Café

Free academic assistance for all Broward County Public and Charter School students. Registration required.Register

Cancelled

Wags & Tales

Mon, May 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Davie/Cooper City Branch

Kids ages 5-12 can practice their reading skills and gain confidence while reading to a pet-therapy dog. Registration is required

Wags and Tales

Mon, May 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Davie/Cooper City Branch - Multipurpose Room

Kids ages 5-12 can practice their reading skills while reading to a pet therapy dog. Registration is required. Participants must be registered with their child's name & check in at the reference desk

Registration opens Monday, April 21 2025 at 9:00am

Spanish Cafe - Intermediate

Mon, May 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Weston Branch - Conference Room (Room 107)

Silent Sketching Hour

Mon, May 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Bring your sketchbook and sketch in peace at the library's craft room!

Teen Advisory Group Monthly Meeting - For 6th - 12th graders.

Mon, May 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Southwest Regional Library

Earn volunteer service hours while helping your community and having fun!

English Cafe Beginner - Practice English

Mon, May 12, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 226

Free classes that consist of conversation, vocabulary, games and pronunciation. Registration is required & class size is limited.

English Cafe - Intermediate Conversational English (Online) - on Zoom

Mon, May 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Online - Broward County Library

This online class brings together speakers of other languages to practice conversational, intermediate-level English and reading. Register

Computer Basics for Older Adults Course - Facilitated by AARP OATS Program

Mon, May 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Lauderhill Central Park Library

In this 10-week, PC-based course, you’ll learn the basics of how to operate a computer and navigate the internet in ways that can enrich your life.

This event is full

Introduction to Project Management - Creation Station Business

Mon, May 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Main Library - Creation Station Business (4)

Learn the basics of project management in our fun and interactive workshop!

Literacy Basics for the U.S. Citizenship Test - Instruction by a Southwest Regional Library Volunteer.

Mon, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

Learn the English alphabet and the words and sentences for the United States Citizenship Test.

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Class (In-Person) - By Hispanic Unity of Florida

Mon, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

West Regional Library - 230, Conference Room

We will help you practice for the interview (speaking and comprehension); review the 100 civic questions (history and government); and practice your reading and writing.

Friends of LC Library Meeting & Book Discussion - Everyone welcome!

Mon, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library - Multipurpose Room

Learn what the Friends of the Lauderhill Towne Centre Library are working on, then join the Friends for a engaging book discussion.

Dominoes Social. Recommended for ages 6 and up. - Registration required.

Mon, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Carver Ranches Branch - Multipurpose Room

Have fun playing dominoes with friends and family! Recommended for ages 6+. 2nd Monday of each month. Dominoes are a fun traditional leisure activity in many Caribbean countries.

Introduction to Computers for Beginners

Mon, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library - Computer Lab

Come learn about the basic operations of a desktop computer. This class is limited to 15 participants. Walk-ins are welcome!

Play & Sing Along with Ukulele FUN - Strum & Sing Together for All Ages

Mon, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - 6E Multipurpose

Get ready to kick off 2025 with music concerts, laughter, and good vibes!

Your Social Security Benefits: Claim Smart, Retire Strong - Federal Benefits Educational Association

Mon, May 12, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Pompano Beach Library and Cultural Center - Multipurpose Room

Educational workshop. Registration Link will be posted prior to event.

English Cafe for All Levels

Mon, May 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library

Participants will be able to both learn and practice their English language skills.

Reveal the Beauty - The Literature and Art of the Harlem Renaissance

Tue, May 13, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery C

Featuring Works from the Dorothy Porter Wesley Collection. On display from February - June 2025.

Crafts for Storytime: Take and Make bags - Seasonal crafts ages 3 and up at Dania Beach Library

Tue, May 13, All day

Dania Beach Paul DeMaio Branch

Seasonal crafts for children linked with Storytime to take and make at home.

AM Yoga Stretch (Online)

Tue, May 13, 8:30am - 9:00am

Online - Broward County Library

This is an online beginner class with focus on flexibility and strength.

Rare Adventures (Exhibition) - An exhibit of late 19th & 20th century travel

Tue, May 13, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Now through May 19, 2025. Go back in time with this selection of materials from the Bienes Museum of the Modern Book and the Special Collections and Archives of AARLCC.

Teens Read: Book Review Display - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Tue, May 13, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center

Earn volunteer hours by reviewing books!

Florida Licensing on Wheels (FLOW) Event. - Mini- FLOW: Florida Licensing on Wheels.

Tue, May 13, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Margate Catharine Young Library - Auditorium

Providing convenient accessibility of essential services, including licensing-renewal and replacements, ID credentialing and vehicle registrations.

This event is full

2nd Floor Photo Op - May Theme 5/1-5/31: Travel the world!

Tue, May 13, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Get ready to travel as we welcome back SWR's Travel Expo. Not available on Memorial Day.

The Storefront: Reading Room by Allison Bolah - Artist Residency Program at Main Library

Tue, May 13, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Main Library

Envisioned by Allison Bolah, the reading room is an art installation that brings to the surface the intersections amongst community, foundational texts, and information spaces.

May is Air Quality Awareness Month - Natural Resources Division — Air Program

Tue, May 13, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Main Library

Information for residents to learn about Broward’s air quality.

English Cafe - Intermediate Grammar - Focuses on vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar.

Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

Classes taught by a Southwest Regional Library Volunteer.

Cancelled

Read, Baby, Read - Storytime for Early Learners!

Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Hollywood Branch

Babies- ages 0-36 months will experience fun books, engaging songs, and the company of other little ones in this interactive program.

Toddler Storytime. Ages 0-3. - Registration required.

Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Carver Ranches Branch - Multipurpose Room

Stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 0 to 3 years old with parent and caregiver.

Toddler Storytime - Children ages 1 to 3 years old with an adult.

Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Northwest Regional Library - 135

Stories and songs for toddlers and their families to practice literacy skills. Limited to the registered and/or the first 60 participants.

Rhythms & Rhymes Storytime! - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center - Multipurpose Room

Storytime: Stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 2-5.

Cancelled

Tune Up Tuesdays ! Ageless Grace Excerise Program - Health and Wellness

Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Margate Catharine Young Branch

Ageless Grace is a fitness and wellness program that consists of simple exercise tools designed for all ages and abilities.

Toddler Time

Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

West Regional Library - 140, Program Room (Youth)

Stories, songs, and rhymes, ages 18-35 months. Registration is required for each child.

Registration opens Tuesday, May 6 2025 at 9:00am

Storytime at Dania Beach Library - Join us for singing, stories & crafts every Tuesday morning!

Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dania Beach Paul DeMaio Branch - Multipurpose Room

Storytime fun for all toddlers and preschoolers.

Internet and World Wide Web Essentials (2 Part Class) - Part 1: 5/6, Part 2: 5/13

Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 12:30pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Computer Training Center

Learn about the Internet and the World Wide Web (WWW).

Intro to Prompt Engineering for Generative AI

Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Tamarac Branch - Computer Center

This is a recorded video course with live Q&A and discussion. Registration suggested.

Baby & Me Storytime - For Non-Walking Babies as Young as 6 weeks Old

Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Pembroke Pines/Walter C. Young Resource Center

Please join us for a fun and relaxing story time designed for babies and their caregivers.

Construction Zone - Educational program for ages 3 to 5

Tue, May 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Northwest Regional - 133

Children aged 3 to 5 will collaborate to engage in crafting puzzles, games, and various enjoyable activities.

PreSchool Storytime

Tue, May 13, 11:00am - 11:45am

Riverland Branch - Multipurpose Room

Stories, songs, activities and a craft. Recommended for ages 2 - 5

Toddler Time

Tue, May 13, 11:15am - 11:45am

West Regional Library - 140, Program Room (Youth)

Stories, songs, and rhymes, ages 18-35 months. Registration is required for each child.

Registration opens Tuesday, May 6 2025 at 9:00am

Intermediate English Cafe - Practice conversational English.

Tue, May 13, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

New venue West Regional Library - 230, Conference Room

Practice intermediate level reading and English conversation. Instruction from experienced volunteer teachers from the West Regional Library.

Hot Topics - Library Living Room

Tue, May 13, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Northwest Regional Library

Come and enjoy different activities throughout the week in the comfort of your library! For adults 50+

Area Agency on Aging of Broward County (AAABC)

Tue, May 13, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Dania Beach Paul DeMaio Branch

Mobile Office Hours

Watercolor Painting Class - With Christine Landis

Tue, May 13, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Weston Branch - Multipurpose Room (Room 120)

Basic Techniques plus drawing instruction.

Registration opens Tuesday, April 29 2025 at 9:00am

Ageless Grace - with Eleanor Robinson

Tue, May 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Dania Beach Paul DeMaio Branch

Ageless Grace is a fitness and wellness program that consists of simple exercise tools designed for all ages and abilities.

Computer Camp: Google Docs (Online)

Tue, May 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Online - Broward County Library

Learn how to use Google Docs, a free online word processor that lets you create, edit and store documents. Register

American Sewing Guild - Fort Lauderdale Chapter

Tue, May 13, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Join us monthly to share your knowledge and skills about sewing and work on different sewing projects! There is a different project each month.

Teen Time

Tue, May 13, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Teen Space

Hang out in the Teen Lounge after school. Watch a movie, play board games, and relax after class! For Middle and High Schoolers.

Cancelled

Conversational Spanish for Beginners - For Adults

Tue, May 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Hollywood Branch

This conversational Spanish class will help you with your pronunciation and to build your vocabulary.

Ask Us Anything: Technology and Computers

Tue, May 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Galt Ocean Mile Reading Center

Need help with understanding how to use your computer, phone, or tablet? Bring all your questions and receive training that will empower you.

Afterschool Homework Help

Tue, May 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library

Free Homework Help is offered after school from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the Youth Services area. One on One and Group Activities are available.

Get the Scoop on Medicare - Presented by Mediclarity

Tue, May 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Imperial Point Branch - Multipurpose Room

Healthcare is a critical topic. Most are totally confused about the options they have as they approach Medicare age.

History of the Muppets, Part 2: 1991-Present (Online)

Tue, May 13, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Online - Broward County Library

History of the Muppets, Part 2: 1991 to PresentRegister

Caregiver Support Meeting

Tue, May 13, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

West Regional Library - 230, Conference Room

Connect with fellow caregivers, discuss self-care and discover local resources.

Afterschool - Teen hang-out in the Living Room

Tue, May 13, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Videogames, entertainment, and space to chill or engage.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 9:00am

BCPA Exemption & Information Team - Tax exemption education outreach event

Tue, May 13, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Riverland Branch - Meeting Room

Broward County Property Appraisers Office staff offer in-person tax exemption information to the public.

Cancelled

Wags & Tales - For ages 5-18

Tue, May 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Hollywood Branch

Read to a therapy dog at the library!

Mainstreaming Education College & Career Advancement - MECCA Tutoring Program by Broward County Public Schools

Tue, May 13, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Café

Free academic assistance for all Broward County Public and Charter School students. Registration required.Register

Game Night - Play PS5, Nintendo Switch, and Board Games

Tue, May 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Come enjoy Game Nights at the Sunrise Dan Pearl Library. Whether it's a two-player match or 5, our library has you covered!

Lego Adventure Club

Tue, May 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Davie/Cooper City Branch

Calling all Lego fans! Come join us for an hour of fun and imagination. For ages 5 through 12 years old. Registration is required.

After School Fun for grades K-2 - Come for a story and a craft

Tue, May 13, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

Registration required

A Maze Zing Puzzle - Presented by library volunteer Jeffrey Thompson

Tue, May 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Lauderdale Lakes Branch Library/Educational and Cultural Center - Multipurpose Room

An educational game to help children in elementary school to improve their mathematical skills.

Build It! Make It! Play It!

Tue, May 13, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Drop in for hands-on fun and activities! Register

Stories and Slime

Tue, May 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch

We read three picture books and then make a simple slime using glue, baking soda and contact lens solution. Ages 4 and up.

Summer Success:How to Make the Most of Your Time(Online) Off - Ready for College: College Readiness Workshops

Tue, May 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Online - Broward County Library

Turn your summer into a season of growth by exploring internships, scholarships, and other impactful opportunities.Register

Chess Club

Tue, May 13, 4:30pm - 7:30pm

Imperial Point Branch

A chance for casual practice or play for ages 5 to adult.

Cancelled

Tai Chi Focus at Main Library - with Instructor Fan Yang

Tue, May 13, 4:45pm - 6:00pm

Main Library

Practice Yang-style Tai Chi with expert instructor Fan Yang on Tuesdays!

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Class

Tue, May 13, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Room 214

We will help you: Practice for the interview (speaking and comprehension); review the 100 civic questions (history and government); and practice your reading and writing.

English Cafe for All Levels

Tue, May 13, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Room 222

This is a free class where speakers of other languages can practice reading and conversational English. This is an all-level class for different levels of proficiency.

Creative STEAM Lab

Tue, May 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

West Regional Library - 140, Program Room (Youth)

Get creative and have fun exploring hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) activities for ages 6 to 12. Registration is required for each participant.

Registration opens Tuesday, May 6 2025 at 9:00am

Book Warriors - The Berry Pickers: A novel, by Amanda Peters

Tue, May 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Room 223

Immerse yourself in stories and an engaging discussion. Join the Book Warriors Book Club to enjoy books and meet new people. "The Berry Pickers" by Amanda Peters.

Cancelled

English Cafe - Beginner - Practice English

Tue, May 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Hollywood Branch

Free classes that consist of conversation, vocabulary, games and pronunciation. Registration is required & class size is limited.

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Class - Everything You Need to Know to Pass Your Interview and Test.

Tue, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

Instruction by Citizens-in-Action Volunteers of the Southwest Regional Library.

Silent Book Club - BYOB: Bring Your Own Book

Tue, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Too many distractions at home: chores, kids, pets, spouse? Do you just want to sit in peace and read your book? Join us for the silent book club, no discussion, no distractions.

Rescheduled

Night Owls DC Evening Book Club - The Wager - by David Grann

Tue, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

New date Tuesday, May 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Davie/Cooper City Branch

Join us at our new book club, meeting in the evenings once a month. We will read fiction and nonfiction, and different genres. Registration is required. Come join us, refreshments will be served.

English Cafe for Beginners

Tue, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch - Meeting Room

Free classes that consist of conversation, vocabulary, games and pronunciation.

U. S. Citizenship and Naturalization Course - By Hispanic Unity of Florida

Tue, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Weston Branch - Conference Room (Room 107)

Everything You Need to Know to Pass Your Interview and Test.

I am Change(Motivating Future Leaders): Coding for the Youth - Presented by Friends of North Lauderdale Library

Tue, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch - Multipurpose Room

Motivating Future Leaders, Coding for the Youth, aims to provide high-quality computer coding classes for youth aged 11-18.

English Cafe - Beginner

Tue, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Practice and improve your English conversation skills. Classes will focus on vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar.

Express Yourself! - Empowering Teens with Art & Literacy

Tue, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library - Multipurpose Room

Teens are invited to use different art mediums to explore who they are, guided by artist and educator Dr. Kimme Harris.

Cancelled

Socrates Cafe

Tue, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hollywood Branch

Socrates Café are gatherings around the world where people from different backgrounds get together and exchange philosophical perspectives based on their experiences.

Beginners English Cafe

Tue, May 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Classroom

Classes will focus on vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar.

NAMI Broward Mental Health Support Group - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Tue, May 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center - Conference Room

NAMI (National Alliance for Mental Illness) Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition.

Reveal the Beauty - The Literature and Art of the Harlem Renaissance

Wed, May 14, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery C

Featuring Works from the Dorothy Porter Wesley Collection. On display from February - June 2025.

PE AARP Smart Driver Classroom Course

Wed, May 14, 9:30am - 4:00pm

Pembroke Pines/Walter C. Young Resource Center - Multipurpose Room

This class is given by AARP. There are several dates, but you only have to attend one class to receive credit.

Cancelled

English Cafe - Advanced

Wed, May 14, 10:00am - 11:30am

Hollywood Branch

A place where speakers of other languages can practice advanced level reading and conversational English.

Teens Read: Book Review Display - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Wed, May 14, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center

Earn volunteer hours by reviewing books!

2nd Floor Photo Op - May Theme 5/1-5/31: Travel the world!

Wed, May 14, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Get ready to travel as we welcome back SWR's Travel Expo. Not available on Memorial Day.

The Storefront: Reading Room by Allison Bolah - Artist Residency Program at Main Library

Wed, May 14, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Main Library

Envisioned by Allison Bolah, the reading room is an art installation that brings to the surface the intersections amongst community, foundational texts, and information spaces.

May is Air Quality Awareness Month - Natural Resources Division — Air Program

Wed, May 14, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Main Library

Information for residents to learn about Broward’s air quality.

English Cafe - Beginner/Intermediate - Focuses on vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar.

Wed, May 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

This class provides a fun environment to practice English skills. Instruction is provided by a Southwest Regional Library Volunteer.

Toddler Story Time. Ages 18-36 months.

Wed, May 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Young At Art (now Broward County Library Branch) - Multipurpose Room

Stories, songs, and activities. Ages 18-36 months. Registration required.

Registration opens Monday, May 12 2025 at 9:00am

SHINE: Preventive Services

Wed, May 14, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Dania Beach Paul DeMaio Branch

Provides information about preventive services available to all Medicare beneficiaries enrolled in Part B. 1-hour presentation followed by one-on-one counseling sessions.

Baby Lapsit Storytime

Wed, May 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Davie/Cooper City Branch - Multipurpose Room

Baby Storytime ages 3-12 months. Registration required.

Baby Storytime

Wed, May 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch

Songs, rhymes, stories and bubbles. Playtime follows. Ages 3-12 months.

Cancelled

Adult Rock Painting Party

Wed, May 14, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Galt Ocean Mile Reading Center

Have a little artistic fun with a rock painting project. Turn your backyard garden into a colorful art display one painted rock at a time. All supplies will be provided.

Mobile Device Help

Wed, May 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Hollywood Beach Bernice P. Oster Branch

A one on one orientation with a library staff member who can help you learn to use your favorite library apps on your smartphone or tablet. Please bring your smart device fully charged.

Library Living Room Film Club - Movie and Discussion

Wed, May 14, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Welcome to our Living Room Theater! Join us for a film screening and audience discussion led by a librarian.

Adult Rock Painting

Wed, May 14, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Galt Ocean Mile Reading Center - Multipurpose Room

Have a little artistic fun with a rock painting project. Turn your backyard garden into a colorful art display one painted rock at a time. All supplies will be provided.

Rare Adventures (Exhibition) - An exhibit of late 19th & 20th century travel

Wed, May 14, 12:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library

Now through May 19, 2025. Go back in time with this selection of materials from the Bienes Museum of the Modern Book and the Special Collections and Archives of AARLCC.

English Cafe Intermediate

Wed, May 14, 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Davie/Cooper City Branch - Multipurpose Room

Practice your English with peers! Taught by volunteers. Registration is required.

Jewish American Heritage Month Movie Matinee - Keeping the Faith

Wed, May 14, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Hollywood Beach Bernice P. Oster Branch

Synopsis: Two friends. A Catholic priest, and a a rabbi---reunite with an old pal who becomes the object of both their desires. Trouble brews when one of them is in danger of becoming a third wheel.

Meditation & Movement - Nurture your mind, body and soul

Wed, May 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

West Regional Library

A session of gentle stretches, breathing exercises and guided meditations. With certified Yoga Teacher, Leigh Ann Russo.

Registration opens Wednesday, May 7 2025 at 9:00am

Let's Talk About It - Fun conversations for curious minds!

Wed, May 14, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 226

Join us weekly for thought provoking discussions on a wide range of topics. Participants are invited to share insights and explore diverse perspectives.

Movie Screening - Fantastic Films at Sunrise: Midnight Run

Wed, May 14, 1:00pm - 3:10pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch - Meeting Room

Join us for Fantastic Films and watch dramas that will make you cry, sultry on-screen romances that will leave you blushing, and action and thriller films that will have you on the edge of your seat.

Introduction to Canva

Wed, May 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Computer Training Center

Join us to learn the basics of Canva--an easy way to create professional graphics for social media, presentations, newsletters, business cards and more. No graphic design experience needed!

Ageless Grace: Brain and Body Fitness - Timeless Fitness for the Body and Mind

Wed, May 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Weston Branch

Work out your brain and your body in a chair to great music!

Fine Art Series for 2025 - Docent Speakers' Bureau of NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale

Wed, May 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Everglades Room

This is a 6-part series of fine art programs offered bi-monthly starting on January 8, 2025.

Teen Time

Wed, May 14, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Teen Space

Hang out in the Teen Lounge after school. Watch a movie, play board games, and relax after class! For Middle and High Schoolers.

Wednesdays at West: Sense of Cinema - Foreign Film Series with Shelly Isaacs

Wed, May 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

West Regional Library - 103, Multipurpose Room

Join us for a foreign film with commentary by film expert Shelly Isaacs. ***FREE to members of Friends of West Regional Library, $3 suggested donation for NON Friends members.

Broward Supervisor of Elections Outreach

Wed, May 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library - Lobby

Meet with the Supervisor of Elections team to register to vote and get your voting questions answered - no appointment needed!

Afterschool Homework Help

Wed, May 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library

Free Homework Help is offered after school from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the Youth Services area. One on One and Group Activities are available.

Canva Essential Training - Computer Class

Wed, May 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Lauderdale Lakes Branch Library/Educational and Cultural Center

A library card is needed for this class if you do not have one you may apply for one at the Circulation desk of any library.

Chair Yoga - Sponsored by the Friends of the Stirling Road Branch Library

Wed, May 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Modified form of yoga using a chair for support.

Animal Farm by George Orwell - A Banned Book Discussion

Wed, May 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Galt Ocean Mile Reading Center - Multipurpose Room

Join us for a lively book discussion.

Knitting and Crochet Club - Come knit and crochet with us! This is NOT a class.

Wed, May 14, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Weston Branch - Conference Room (Room 107)

Exchange new stitches and socialize with the group.

Afterschool - Teen hang-out in the Living Room

Wed, May 14, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Videogames, entertainment, and space to chill or engage.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 9:00am

Academic Enrichment at Your Library

Wed, May 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Youth Service Story Room

Academic enrichment for grades K-12.

Cancelled

Open Gaming - For Ages 5 to 100

Wed, May 14, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Hollywood Branch

Join us to play board games every Wednesday from 3 pm to 5 pm at the Hollywood Library. We will have board games, card games, and puzzles available for people to play.

Mainstreaming Education College & Career Advancement - MECCA Tutoring Program by Broward County Public Schools

Wed, May 14, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Café

Free academic assistance for all Broward County Public and Charter School students. Registration required.Register

Ageless Grace - with Eleanor Robinson

Wed, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Multipurpose Room

Drop in after work and decompress by exercising your core and your brain in this free class.

Game Night - Play PS5, Nintendo Switch, and Board Games

Wed, May 14, 4:00pm - 7:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Come enjoy Game Nights at the Sunrise Dan Pearl Library. Whether it's a two-player match or 5, our library has you covered!

Chess Mentorship

Wed, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Northwest Branch - Multipurpose Room

Learn chess strategies

Special Event at Broward Mall | Picture Books & Picassos - with Young at Art

Wed, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Join NSU Librarians every second Wednesday at the Broward Mall for a special storytime, engaging art activity, and free book giveaways for kids ages 6-10!Register

Algebra 101

Wed, May 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Learn tips and tricks for mastering algebra from retied Broward College Professor Michael Ohanian. Registration Required

English Cafe Intermediate - Practice conversational English.

Wed, May 14, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 226

Free class for students who have basic English language skills and want to improve their comfort and proficiency in English. Registration is required & class size is limited.

Sensory Play @ the library - Family event

Wed, May 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - 135

The program is open to families with children. During the program, children move through ten different sensory stations with their caregiver.

Crafts for Teens - Teen Studio

Wed, May 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Main Library

Let's get creative. Make a unique pattern with a variety of colorful beads or paint a canvas.

Teen Advisory Board Meeting - Ages 12-17

Wed, May 14, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch

Join us for our monthly Teen Advisory Board (TAB) meeting! TAB is a group of teen volunteers who make suggestions, plan programs, and conduct programs for our library.

Computer Basics for Older Adults Course - Facilitated by AARP OATS Program

Wed, May 14, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Lauderhill Central Park Library

In this 10-week, PC-based course, you’ll learn the basics of how to operate a computer and navigate the internet in ways that can enrich your life.

This event is full

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Course - Everything You Need to Know to Pass Your Interview and Test.

Wed, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

Instruction by Citizens-in-Action Volunteers of the Southwest Regional Library.

Beginning English Cafe - Learn English!

Wed, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

West Regional Library - 237, Meeting Room

This class is for adults who know little or no English.

English Cafe Intermediate

Wed, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Classroom

Practice listening, speaking and reading skills in a safe and judgment free environment.

El Club en Español - Conversational Spanish Practice - for Intermediate Spanish Speakers & Above

Wed, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - 5th Floor North Conference Room

Join fellow Spanish-language learners, intermediate and above, for fun conversation on a rich variety of topics. Bring your friends!

Family Storytime

Wed, May 14, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch - Meeting Room

Join us for stories, songs and fun!

Collier City Presents: Gaming Night

Wed, May 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library - Multipurpose Room

Come enjoy Game Nights at the Collier City Library. Whether it's a two-player match or 5, our library has you covered! This is a free event.

Mindfulness and Meditation with Leigh Ann - Meditation and Movement

Wed, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Weston Branch - Multipurpose Room (Room 120)

Nurture your mind, body and soul

English Cafe Intermediate - Improve your English skills

Wed, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Weston Branch - Conference Room (Room 107)

Come practice your English in a group setting.

English Cafe Intermediate - Improve your English skills

Wed, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Weston Branch

Come practice your English in a group setting. Class held in the conference room.

Spanish Conversational Circle

Wed, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

West Regional Library - 230, Conference Room

Join us for a fun 12-week study group to learn and practice Spanish!

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens

Wed, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

West Regional Library

Join us for an adventure in the popular table-top role-playing game. Registration is required.

Dealing With Online Scams: How to Avoid (Online) - Part 1, Zoom

Wed, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Online - Broward County Library

What to look out for and how to avoid cybercrime.

English Cafe Intermediate

Wed, May 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Imperial Point Branch - Multipurpose Room

Practice and improve your English conversation skills. Classes will focus on vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar.

Reveal the Beauty - The Literature and Art of the Harlem Renaissance

Thu, May 15, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery C

Featuring Works from the Dorothy Porter Wesley Collection. On display from February - June 2025.

AM Yoga Stretch (Online)

Thu, May 15, 8:30am - 9:00am

Online - Broward County Library

This is an online beginner class with focus on flexibility and strength.

Rare Adventures (Exhibition) - An exhibit of late 19th & 20th century travel

Thu, May 15, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Now through May 19, 2025. Go back in time with this selection of materials from the Bienes Museum of the Modern Book and the Special Collections and Archives of AARLCC.

Teens Read: Book Review Display - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Thu, May 15, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center

Earn volunteer hours by reviewing books!

Cancelled

English Cafe - Beginner - Practice English

Thu, May 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hollywood Branch

Free classes that consist of conversation, vocabulary, games and pronunciation. Registration is required & class size is limited.

2nd Floor Photo Op - May Theme 5/1-5/31: Travel the world!

Thu, May 15, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Get ready to travel as we welcome back SWR's Travel Expo. Not available on Memorial Day.

The Storefront: Reading Room by Allison Bolah - Artist Residency Program at Main Library

Thu, May 15, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Envisioned by Allison Bolah, the reading room is an art installation that brings to the surface the intersections amongst community, foundational texts, and information spaces.

May is Air Quality Awareness Month - Natural Resources Division — Air Program

Thu, May 15, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Information for residents to learn about Broward’s air quality.

Little Learners Storytime for ages 2-5 - Registration required

Thu, May 15, 10:30am - 11:15am

North Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

Storytime with educational toys, games and activities for parents or caregivers to engage in with their children.

Preschool Storytime with ASL Instructor

Thu, May 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Join us the third Thursday of the month for a special story time and learn American Sign Language with Instructor Kaitlyn McCord.

PE Story Time

Thu, May 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Pembroke Pines/Walter C. Young Resource Center - Storytime Room

Please join us for story time!

Baby Lapsit - 2nd Floor - Active Learning Center

Thu, May 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Main Library

Join us for songs, lap bounces, and fingerplays tailored just for babies. Ages birth to 18 months.

Broward County Property Appraiser Outreach - Learn about & sign up for property tax exemptions.

Thu, May 15, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Imperial Point Branch

Apply for the Homestead Exemption and learn about additional exemptions with the Broward County Property Appraiser. Event takes place on the third Thursday of the Month.

Storytime. Ages 2 to 6.

Thu, May 15, 10:30am - 11:15am

North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch - Multipurpose Room

Stories, Songs, and Fun! Ages 2 to 6. Registration is recommended.

Traditional Storytime for 2s & 3s - with parent or caregiver

Thu, May 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Tamarac Branch - Multipurpose Room

Please join us for reading, songs, movement, and crafts! Siblings welcome, program starts promptly at 10:30am.

File Management in Windows 11 (2 Part Class) - Part 1: 5/8, Part 2: 5/15

Thu, May 15, 10:30am - 12:30pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Computer Training Center

Learn how to manage files and folders in Windows 11.

Bingo - Library Living Room

Thu, May 15, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Enjoy exciting games of Bingo with friends and win great books as prizes!

Storytime Fun

Thu, May 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

West Regional Library - 140, Program Room (Youth)

Join us for stories, music, movement, and fun, for ages 3-5. Parents/caregivers are invited for the craft/activity session only. Registration is required for each child.

Registration opens Thursday, May 8 2025 at 9:00am

Toddler Storytime

Thu, May 15, 11:00am - 11:45am

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Stories, songs, fingerplays, egg shakers, puppets and playtime! Ages 1-3.

Toddler Storytime - 2nd Floor - Active Learning Center

Thu, May 15, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Main Library

Join us for fun songs, activities, and stories. For ages 18 months to 36 months.

Cancelled

Storytime Fun for ages 1-5 years - Active storytime for 1-5 year olds.

Thu, May 15, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Weston Branch

Songs, rhymes and stories!

Storytime Fun for ages 1-5 years - Active storytime for 1-5 year olds.

Thu, May 15, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Weston Branch

Songs, rhymes and stories!

Off the Hook - Knitting and Crochet Group

Thu, May 15, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Southwest Regional Library

Grab your yarn and needles and join the group to discuss your projects and latest techniques.

Chair Yoga - with instructor Leigh Ann Russo

Thu, May 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Auditorium

Please join us, as Leigh Ann Russo, Registered Yoga Teacher and Certified Holistic Health Coach presents Chair Yoga. These classes benefit people of all ages. Registration Required

Movie Screening - Fantastic Films at Sunrise: Bullitt

Thu, May 15, 12:00pm - 1:55pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch - Meeting Room

Join us for Fantastic Films and watch dramas that will make you cry, sultry on-screen romances that will leave you blushing, and action and thriller films that will have you on the edge of your seat.

Tia Chi - A Matter of Balance - Health and Wellness

Thu, May 15, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Margate Catharine Young Branch - Auditorium

Many older adults experience concerns about falling and, as a result, restrict their activities. Participants will learn startegies to prevent fall and manage daily activities.

Bev's Book Club - Sponsored by the Friends of the Lauderdale Lakes Library

Thu, May 15, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Lauderdale Lakes Branch Library/Educational and Cultural Center - Multipurpose Room

Book discussion moderated by "Ms. Jean."

Ageless Grace - with Eleanor Robinson

Thu, May 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 154

Ageless Grace is a fitness and wellness program that consists of simple exercise tools designed for all ages and abilities.

Exploring the Digital Media Lab

Thu, May 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

The Alvin Sherman Library’s Digital Media Lab is a specialized facility designed for NSU and Broward County patrons.Register

Davie-Cooper City Book Club - Pineapple Street by Jenny Jackson

Thu, May 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Davie/Cooper City Branch - Multipurpose Room

Pre-register

Cancelled

Drop In Tech Help - Basic Assistance for Your Tech Needs

Thu, May 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Hollywood Branch

Need help with understanding how to use your computer, phone, or tablet? Bring all your basic tech questions and we will do our best to answer them. This is not a class, but a 1 on 1 program.

Teen Time

Thu, May 15, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Teen Space

Hang out in the Teen Lounge after school. Watch a movie, play board games, and relax after class! For Middle and High Schoolers.

Is that AI? - Presented by Senior Planet (Miami) from AARP

Thu, May 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch - Multipurpose Room

Learn how to identify AI-generated images and videos! This session covers reverse image search and tips to detect AI content, making you a tech-savvy internet user.

Afterschool Homework Help

Thu, May 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library

Free Homework Help is offered after school from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the Youth Services area. One on One and Group Activities are available.

Ageless Grace: Exercise and Brain Health Program - Sponsored by the Friends of the Stirling Road Branch Library

Thu, May 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

These exercises, based on everyday movements that are natural and organic, focus on the health longevity of the mind and body. Presented by certified instructor Sharon Veingrad.

Game Day at Deerfield Beach Percy White Library - For adults

Thu, May 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch - Multipurpose Room

Games for adults.

Fun and Games at the Library - Board Game Program

Thu, May 15, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

West Regional Library - 103, Multipurpose Room

Please join us for fun playing board games at the library. Each month a librarian will teach a new featured game. A wide variety of other board games will be available to be played as well.

English Cafe Intermediate @ Main Library - for intermediate-level learners of English

Thu, May 15, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Main Library - 5th Floor North Conference Room

A conversational practice of English.

Afterschool - Teen hang-out in the Living Room

Thu, May 15, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Videogames, entertainment, and space to chill or engage.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 9:00am

Arts and Crafts for Everyone

Thu, May 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Imperial Point Branch

Fun activities for the entire family.

Homework Help - For children in grades K - 12

Thu, May 15, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library - Youth Services Area

The homework help program provides assistance with homework questions. Walk-ins welcome!

Crafts for Teens: Jewelry Making

Thu, May 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch - Multipurpose Room

Let's get creative! Make a unique piece of jewelry with a variety of colorful beads.

Family Game Time - Gaming

Thu, May 15, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Margate Catharine Young Branch - Auditorium

Have fun gaming with friends and family.

English Cafe Beginners - Practice English

Thu, May 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Room 214

Free classes that consist of conversation, vocabulary, games and pronunciation.

Mainstreaming Education College & Career Advancement - MECCA Tutoring Program by Broward County Public Schools

Thu, May 15, 4:00pm - 7:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Café

Free academic assistance for all Broward County Public and Charter School students. Registration required.Register

Cancelled

Family Afternoon Storytime - Join us for stories, songs, playtime and laughter!

Thu, May 15, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Hollywood Branch

Please come join us for an afternoon of stories, songs, playtime and laughter!

American Sign Language Class - with Instructor Kaitlyn McCord

Thu, May 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch - Meeting Room

Learn American Sign Language with Instructor Kaityln McCord. Space is limited. Registration Required.

This event is full

Digital Downloads

Thu, May 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Dania Beach Paul DeMaio Branch - Multipurpose Room

Learn how to stream and download music, movies and more for free with the Freegal Music, Hoopla, and Kanopy apps.

Cancelled

English Cafe - Beginner - Practice English

Thu, May 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Hollywood Branch

Free classes that consist of conversation, vocabulary, games and pronunciation. Registration is required & class size is limited.

Beginner Tai Chi

Thu, May 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Multipurpose Room

Join instructor Sabrina Zhang for this beginner Tai Chi class. This gentle form of exercise can help maintain strength, flexibility, and balance. Registration required.

This event is full

Teen Book Discussion

Thu, May 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

This event is for ages 13-18 year olds. Event is cohost by teens.

English Cafe Intermediate

Thu, May 15, 5:00pm - 5:45pm

Northwest Regional Library - Room 222

This class is where speakers of other languages can practice intermediate-level reading and conversational English.

Family Movie Night!

Thu, May 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Tyrone Bryant Branch - Multipurpose Room

Join us for Family Movie Night!

Computer Literacy for Windows 10

Thu, May 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Riverland Branch - Multipurpose Room

Computer Literacy for Windows 10 is a class that will help you get up to speed with using and familiarizing yourself with Windows 10 features.

English Cafe - Beginners - Practice English

Thu, May 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch

Practice your English language skills in a relaxed and friendly environment. Beginners only.

Cancelled

Beatles Yoga - with Lorelei Coutts

Thu, May 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Dania Beach Paul DeMaio Branch

A gentle yoga class for everybody - taught to a Beatles' soundtrack!

Reveal the Beauty - The Literature and Art of the Harlem Renaissance

Fri, May 16, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery C

Featuring Works from the Dorothy Porter Wesley Collection. On display from February - June 2025.

Grab-n-Go: Take and Make Craft

Fri, May 16, All day

Imperial Point Branch

This grab-n-go kit includes instructions and supplies to create your craft in the comfort of your home. Ask library staff for a craft kit.

Rare Adventures (Exhibition) - An exhibit of late 19th & 20th century travel

Fri, May 16, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Now through May 19, 2025. Go back in time with this selection of materials from the Bienes Museum of the Modern Book and the Special Collections and Archives of AARLCC.

Teens Read: Book Review Display - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Fri, May 16, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center

Earn volunteer hours by reviewing books!

2nd Floor Photo Op - May Theme 5/1-5/31: Travel the world!

Fri, May 16, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Get ready to travel as we welcome back SWR's Travel Expo. Not available on Memorial Day.

The Storefront: Reading Room by Allison Bolah - Artist Residency Program at Main Library

Fri, May 16, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Envisioned by Allison Bolah, the reading room is an art installation that brings to the surface the intersections amongst community, foundational texts, and information spaces.

Take-n-Make Craft Kits - Take a kit and make a craft at home - For Ages 5 and Up!

Fri, May 16, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Pompano Beach Library and Cultural Center

Take a kit and make a craft at home – new theme each month!

May is Air Quality Awareness Month - Natural Resources Division — Air Program

Fri, May 16, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Information for residents to learn about Broward’s air quality.

Beginning English Cafe - Basic Level - This class is for ADULTS only who know little or no English.

Fri, May 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

Students will learn the English alphabet, pronunciation, vocabulary, and develop basic conversation skills.

Baby Party Time! - Ages up to 18 months

Fri, May 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Northwest Regional Library - Multipurpose Room

Fun time for babies at the Northwest Regional Library. Enjoy playtime, music, and other activities.

Cancelled

Chair Yoga for Adults - Chair Yoga for Adults

Fri, May 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Hollywood Branch

Learn a new way to practice yoga

Music and Movement - 2nd Floor - Active Learning Center

Fri, May 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

Main Library

Join us for dancing, singing, and a story or two. For children who can walk, up to 5 years old.

Issues of Aging Support Group

Fri, May 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Imperial Point Branch

This small support group will focus on challenges of aging in a supportive environment, led by licensed social worker Tana Hacken. Online registration required.

Welcome to Story Time! May 2025 - For ages 2 to 5 - Enjoy stories, songs, and more!

Fri, May 16, 10:30am - 11:05am

Pompano Beach Library and Cultural Center - Multipurpose Room

Story Time!

Coloring, Crafts & Conversation - Library Living Room

Fri, May 16, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Come and enjoy different activities throughout the week in the comfort of your library! For adults 50+

Ageless Grace with Sharon Veingrad

Fri, May 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Davie/Cooper City Branch - Multipurpose Room

Chair exercises based on consciously choosing to change the brain through physical movements Fitness for brain and body.

Gentle Yoga for Beginners - Bring your mat and join us!

Fri, May 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Room 214

Enjoy the benefits of yoga through gentle movement and breathwork. No previous yoga experience is required.

This event is full

Ageless Grace: Brain Exercises for Adults - Seated fun for the body and mind

Fri, May 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Programming Room (1)

This program is designed for adults of all ages and is performed while seated. Led by instructor Eleanor, Ageless Grace meet Fridays, 11am-12pm on Main Library's 1st floor.

Adult Coloring - A Relaxation Program

Fri, May 16, 11:00am - 12:30pm

West Regional Library - 237, Meeting Room

Listen to music while coloring and relaxing.

Chair Yoga - With certified yoga instructor Noemi Rais.

Fri, May 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Dania Beach Paul DeMaio Branch - Multipurpose Room

You can do yoga just sitting on a chair. Improve your health, concentration, flexibility, and strength. Feel relaxed, energized, and uplifted.

Cancelled

Storytime Fun for ages 1-5 years - Active storytime for 1-5 year olds.

Fri, May 16, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Weston Branch

Songs, rhymes and stories!

Tai Chi- Instructor Mario Leon - Registration Required (50-person max)

Fri, May 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

West Regional Library - 103, Multipurpose Room

Gentle movement sequences designed to help improve your balance and coordination. Tai Chi can be easily adapted for any level of fitness.

English Cafe Intermediate - Practice conversational English.

Fri, May 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Dania Beach Paul DeMaio Branch

English Cafe is a conversation class, designed for adults and led by an instructor to help improve English-speaking skills.

Friends of the Hallandale Beach Library Book Discussion - For Adults

Fri, May 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Hollywood Beach Bernice P. Oster Branch

Join the Friends of the Hallandale Beach Library to discuss their monthly book pick. Call Hollywood Beach Library for more information.

Teen Time

Fri, May 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Teen Space

Hang out in the Teen Lounge after school. Watch a movie, play board games, and relax after class! For Middle and High Schoolers.

Hooked on Stitches! - Crochet Club

Fri, May 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

West Regional Library - 237, Meeting Room

Join us for a social time while working on your crochet projects. Bring your yarn, hooks and supplies to the Creation Station and enjoy a time with fellow crocheters.

Afterschool Homework Help

Fri, May 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library

Free Homework Help is offered after school from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the Youth Services area. One on One and Group Activities are available.

Cancelled

Teen Tech Helpers - Tech Help Offered to Adults Using BCL Apps

Fri, May 16, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Pompano Beach Library and Cultural Center

Explore Hoopla, Libby, Kanopy, Freegal & Broward County Library Apps

Afterschool - Teen hang-out in the Living Room

Fri, May 16, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Northwest Regional Library - Living Room (Rm 104)

Videogames, entertainment, and space to chill or engage.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 9:00am

Teen Tech Helpers - Tech Help Offered to Adults Using BCL Apps

Fri, May 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Pompano Beach Library and Cultural Center - Conference Room

Explore Hoopla, Libby, Kanopy, Freegal & Broward County Library Apps

Flower Arranging Workshop - Registration required.

Fri, May 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Dania Beach Paul DeMaio Branch - Multipurpose Room

Bring your own scissors or shears. All other supplies provided.

This event is full

Teens Chasing Dreams

Fri, May 16, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Northwest Branch - Multipurpose Room

teen life skills program

Cancelled

Lego Club - For Ages 5 to 18, Grades K to 12

Fri, May 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hollywood Branch

Calling all young Lego fans, come join us for an hour of Lego fun! Join us for open building and free play. If you need an idea, we will have challenge cards available too. Must be age 5 to attend.

Beginners English Cafe - Ingles Para Principiantes - Angle Pou Debutan

Fri, May 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library - Multipurpose Room

This class is for adults who know little or no English. Classes will focus on vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar.

Android Basics with Jeffrey! - Essential Tips for Beginners

Fri, May 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch

Discover how to navigate your Android apps to simplify daily tasks. Bring your Smart phone device fully charged. Each week will present a different topic followed by Q & A.

Destination Haiti

Fri, May 16, 6:30pm - 9:30pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Café,Gallery B,Lobby

A tribute to Haiti’s rich heritageRegister

Reveal the Beauty - The Literature and Art of the Harlem Renaissance

Sat, May 17, All day

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery C

Featuring Works from the Dorothy Porter Wesley Collection. On display from February - June 2025.

Cancelled

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Class - By Hispanic Unity of Florida

Sat, May 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Hollywood Branch

We will help you: practice for the interview (speaking and comprehension); review the 100 civics questions (history and government); and practice your reading and writing

Rare Adventures (Exhibition) - An exhibit of late 19th & 20th century travel

Sat, May 17, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Now through May 19, 2025. Go back in time with this selection of materials from the Bienes Museum of the Modern Book and the Special Collections and Archives of AARLCC.

Teens Read: Book Review Display - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Sat, May 17, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center

Earn volunteer hours by reviewing books!

Teen DIY: Mini Zen Garden (Take and Make Kit) - For ages 12-18. Register to reserve a kit.

Sat, May 17, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Southwest Regional Library

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Practice mindfulness with your very own mini zen garden! Limited materials and instruction provided in each kit. Registration is required to reserve your kit.

Registration opens Saturday, April 26 2025 at 9:00am

2nd Floor Photo Op - May Theme 5/1-5/31: Travel the world!

Sat, May 17, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Get ready to travel as we welcome back SWR's Travel Expo. Not available on Memorial Day.

The Storefront: Reading Room by Allison Bolah - Artist Residency Program at Main Library

Sat, May 17, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Envisioned by Allison Bolah, the reading room is an art installation that brings to the surface the intersections amongst community, foundational texts, and information spaces.

Learn to Play Mahjong - For Beginners

Sat, May 17, 10:00am - 1:00pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 226

Join us learn how to play mahjong in 4-weekly sessions. Seats are limited. Registration is required.

May is Air Quality Awareness Month - Natural Resources Division — Air Program

Sat, May 17, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Main Library

Information for residents to learn about Broward’s air quality.

U.S. Citizenship & Naturalization Class

Sat, May 17, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Southwest Regional Library - Everglades Room

This class will help you practice for the interview (speaking and comprehension); review the 100 civic questions (history/government); and practice reading and writing for the Citizenship Test.

Free Play Extravaganza. Ages 3-5 years old. - Registration required

Sat, May 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Carver Ranches Branch

Bring your children ages 3 to 5 years to participate in this passive and self-directed pop-up style program. Educational toys will be provided for families to play together in the youth area.

Introduction to Artificial Intelligence

Sat, May 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Computer Lab

This course helps you grasp key concepts in artificial intelligence. You’ll see how AI can enhance your products, life, and career. AI has been around for over half a century.

Insanity-High intensity interval (HIIT) exercise class - Registration Required

Sat, May 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm

West Regional Library - 103, Multipurpose Room

Description Insanity is a high intensity interval training (HIIT) exercise class that is designed to keep your body working at maximum capacity throughout the entire workout. No equipment necessary.

US Citizenship & Naturalization Class - By Hispanic Unity

Sat, May 17, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch - Meeting Room

Practice for the interview (speaking and comprehension); review the 100 civic questions (history and government); and practice your reading and writing. Registration required.

Read to a therapy dog at the library

Sat, May 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm

West Regional Library - 140, Program Room (Youth)

Kids ages 5-12 can practice their reading skills and gain confidence while reading to a pet-therapy dog.

Registration opens Saturday, April 19 2025 at 9:00am

Meditation at Dania Beach Library

Sat, May 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Dania Beach Paul DeMaio Branch - Multipurpose Room

Start your day with a guided mindfulness meditation to relax and refocus.

Toddler Free Play - fun for ages 12-36 months.

Sat, May 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

Give your little one a chance to make new friends while playing with toys appropriate for ages 12-36 months.

Bon Soup Joumou! A Haitian Flag Day Celebration

Sat, May 17, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library - Multipurpose Room

All ages are invited to explore and appreciate the historical heritage of Haiti's Soup Joumou. Take a fun and educational journey through the music, food, and art of Haiti!

Patriotic Agamographs - 1st. Floor Programming Room

Sat, May 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Programming Room (1)

An agamograph is a picture that morphs into another image. Create one for Memorial Day

Miramar Library Book Club - Cat Tale by Craig Pittman - Hosted by Miramar Branch Library

Sat, May 17, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Miramar Branch Library & Education Center - Conference Room

Join Miramar Librarians for a discussion of the book, Cat Tale: The Wild, Weird Battle to Save the Florida Panther, by Craig Pittman. Adults only please.

Hour of Code

Sat, May 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Pembroke Pines/Walter C. Young Resource Center

This is a one-hour coding activity designed to inspire future interest in computer science!

Celebrating Freedom: Cultural Conversations at the Center - Haitian Youth Experiences in a Diasporic Literacy Program

Sat, May 17, 11:00am - 12:30pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Gallery B

This is the second part of a program which served as the basis for Drs. Desir and Hall's book on education and the restoration of pan African Haitian youth. The participants will share their success!

YOU GOT THIS! Family Finance Fun with Franklin the Flamingo

Sat, May 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Looking for a fun and engaging way to teach your children about finances? Register

English Cafe & US Citizenship

Sat, May 17, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Riverland Branch - Multipurpose Room

English for speakers of other languages followed by US Citizenship help.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 12:00pm

Upcycled Treasures: - Lavender Sachets

Sat, May 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

South Regional/Broward College Library - Conference Room

One person’s trash is another person’s treasure. The craft for this session is: Lavender Sachets

National Pet Month: Kitten Care - Broward County Animal Care

Sat, May 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Programming Room (1)

Kitten Care is an opportunity to learn about (and snuggle) cute kittens!

Writer's Group at Sunrise

Sat, May 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Writer’s Group at Sunrise offers writers of all levels a space to develop writing skills, receive constructive feedback and support from other writers.

Chess Club. Recommended for ages 6 to 12. - Registration is requested.

Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Everglades Room

Come learn the game of chess or improve your strategy while playing against other kids!

Registration opens Saturday, April 19 2025 at 9:00am

Wags & Tales Reading Program - Registration required - Ages 5-11

Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Story Room

Meet Zoe, the therapy dog. She loves to hear children read to her!

Spanish Cafe for Beginners - Learn and practice Spanish

Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - Conference Room

Learn and practice Spanish - vocabulary, grammar, and conversation!

Games People Play - Mahjong, Cards, Chess Board games and more

Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

North Regional/Broward College Library - Room 226

Whether you are a Mahjong master, a card game enthusiast, a Chess strategist or a board game lover, join us! You can gather with friends, meet new people and indulge in your favorite game.

Chess Club - Casual practice or play for all ages

Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 5:30pm

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch - Multipurpose Room

Come play and learn chess for all ages and abilities.

Children's Painting Class with Christine Landis - Ages 8 and up

Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Weston Branch - Multipurpose Room (Room 120)

Join us for a children's watercolor painting class.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 9:00am

Beginner Spanish Cafe

Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Riverland Branch - Meeting Room

Join us and learn the basics of Spanish with an emphasis on vocabulary, grammar, and conversation.

Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 12:00pm

How to Start Freelancing with Dana Miranda (Online)

Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Online - Broward County Library

Freelancing offers a different way to approach work that gives you autonomy, flexibility and access to opportunities traditional jobs don’t offer.Register

Minecraft Mania: - Castle Attack

Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch - Computer Lab

Use sand blocks and various decorative materials to unleash your creativity constructing magnificent sandcastles. Hone your architectural skills as you learn new techniques

Registration opens Saturday, May 3 2025 at 9:00am

Chopin For All - Free Concert Series

Sat, May 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

African American Research Library and Cultural Center - Auditorium

Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the National Chopin Piano Competition FREE Concerts from February 2025 through May 2025

Introduction to Sphero Robot - Creation Station, 3rd Floor

Sat, May 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library

Interested in learning and having fun with beginners robotics and coding?

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Kids: Come and Learn the Albanian Language & Culture! - For Kids

Sat, May 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hollywood Branch

This class is open for kids ages 5 - 18 to learn the language and culture of Albania.

Film Discussion - The YouTube Effect

Sat, May 17, 4:15pm - 6:00pm

Lauderhill Central Park Library

Library staff will be facilitating a discussion of the documentary The YouTube Effect. Free refreshments will be served to all attendees.

2nd Floor Photo Op - May Theme 5/1-5/31: Travel the world!

Sun, May 18, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Southwest Regional Library - 2nd Floor Photo Op Station

Get ready to travel as we welcome back SWR's Travel Expo. Not available on Memorial Day.

Jewish Genealogical Society - Open Research Lab (In Person)

Sun, May 18, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center

Members of the Jewish Genealogical Society of Broward County are available to assist you and to help answer any questions that have you stumped. Register

Hollywood Beach & Downtown Community Redevelopment Agency - Sponsored by the Friends of the Stirling Road Branch Library

Sun, May 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Join us for our monthly Hollywood Historical Society event! Jorge Camejo, Hollywood CRA Director, will speak about updates regarding the Hollywood Beach and Downtown Community Redevelopment Agency.

Reading & Writing Workshop for SAT - Sponsored by the Friends of the Stirling Road Branch Library

Sun, May 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch - Meeting Room

Prepare for the June SAT with this intensive, 4 session workshop. Free for high school students in grades 10-12 only. Students must attend all 4 sessions.

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Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

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