This summer, Barnes & Noble wants kids to go on an adventure without ever leaving their backyard or bedroom. All they need is a good book and a vivid imagination. Barnes & Noble’s Summer Reading Program rewards kids (grades 1-6) with a FREE book, after they’ve read eight this summer. Along with their parents, kids keep track […]
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Free ‘Read and Explore’ monthly program
Miami-Dade County Parks has launched the new Miami EcoAdventures™ kids’ program “Read and Explore,” a collaboration with Miami-Dade Public Library System, in hopes of engaging children and families in fun, educational, outdoor experiences that enhance an appreciation for nature and the environment. The free monthly program debuts with a reading of Eric Carle’s award-winning children’s book “The […]
Stories & Shakes
When I first saw this, the foodie in me thought shakes meant the dessert, but, alas, it’s short for Shakespeare! Hence, the name “Stories & Shakes.” Enjoy this free monthly outdoor program that includes family storytelling, puppet shows and Shakespeare performances presented by Little Revolt: Saturday, Feb. 25: “Three Little Pigs” puppet show by Simply Puppets […]
Free events at South Beach Wine & Food Festival
We found the following free events as part of the South Beach Wine & Food Festival, which runs Feb. 22-26, in various locations throughout Miami. A Conversation & Book Signing with Martha Stewart: A household name in lifestyle, Martha Stewart is an Emmy Award-winning television show host, wildly successful entrepreneur, bestselling author, and trusted expert whose […]
Little free libraries
Have you noticed the “Little Free Libraries” popping up all around Miami-Dade County? The international movement encourages people to “check out” a book and leave one behind. Each box features colorful designs painted and decorated by locals. They can be found in neighborhoods, homeowner associations, schools and more. For example, in the West End, the “Little Free […]
Free books for 3-year-olds
The Children’s Trust, in an effort to promote literacy, is offering all 3-year-olds in Miami-Dade County a free book every month for the entire year after they turn 3. It’s part of their Read to Learn Book Club initiative. Children must be enrolled in the book club and that can be done via e-mail by […]
Free movies, songs and audiobooks from Miami-Dade libraries
The Miami-Dade County Public Library System is jumping into the online game with a new Hoopla site and digital app. That means that you can check out free movies, music and audiobooks to use on your phone, computer or other devices. Library cardholders register for an account on the website or download the app on their smartphones. After […]
Free author events at Books & Books
We write often about free author readings, free entertainment and free children’s events at our favorite independent bookstore, Books & Books, but we realized we have never written a post pointing out all the free resources Books & Books provides for South Florida. Few cities have the wealth of free literary resources we find at […]
