Dade County Public Library

06/25/2026

We want to give a huge thank you to our generous Summer Reading Program Sponsors! This week we are highlighting Steve Forester, his support helps make our Summer Reading Program even more exciting and rewarding for readers of all ages. We are grateful for his partnership and for helping us inspire a love of reading in our community!

-Carissa

06/24/2026

Free Sack Lunch today at the Library!

For the month of June a free sack lunch will be provided by the Dade County Schools Summer Feeding Program.
Tuesday through Thursday from 12:00 - 1:00 pm.
Children (0-18) must be present in order to receive a lunch.
Supplies are limited, first come first serve!

-Carissa

06/24/2026

America250 Reading Challenge Book Spotlight 📚🇺🇸

This week's featured title is "The Rediscovery of America: Native Peoples and the Unmaking of U.S. History" by Ned Blackhawk.

What if the story of America isn't quite the one you learned in school?

In this thought-provoking book, historian Ned Blackhawk challenges traditional accounts of U.S. history by placing Native peoples at the center of the American story. Rather than viewing Indigenous communities as bystanders or obstacles, Blackhawk reveals how Native nations played a vital role in colonial survival, westward expansion, and the development of American law and government.

Discover a fresh perspective on the people, events, and decisions that shaped our nation.
The America250 Reading Challenge is a year-long journey through books that explore the people, places, and events that have influenced America's story over the past 250 years.
Stop by the library to learn more about the challenge and pick up your next great read!

06/23/2026

Sweeten Your Summer with Books & Crafts!
Our newest Take & Make Craft Kit has arrived, and it's bursting with summertime fun! This week's watermelon-themed craft is the perfect activity to enjoy with your family.
While you're here, browse our collection of great summer reads for children and create memories that will last long after summer ends.
Read together.
Craft together.
Grow together.
Sometimes the best summer adventures don't require a trip—just a great book, a fun craft, and time spent together
Stop by the library to pick up your FREE watermelon Take & Make kit (while supplies last) and check out a stack of books for your next family reading adventure!- Lynn

06/23/2026

Join us TODAY at 5:30 PM for our Adult Beaded Bracelet Class at the Dade County Public Library!

Create your own beautiful beaded bracelet while enjoying a relaxing evening of creativity and conversation with other adults.

✅ All supplies provided
✅ No experience necessary
✅ Kid-free program for adults
✅ Take home your handmade creation

Gather a friend or come make some new ones as we craft together!

📅 Today
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 Dade County Public Library

We hope to see you there!

06/23/2026

Discover a Hidden World at the Library! ✨🔬

Explore the microscopic world with the Apache 3800 Rugged Mobility Microscope, available through our Science Zone collection at the Dade County Public Library!

This fun and powerful microscope is a great way to:
Explore tiny details invisible to the naked eye
Investigate nature up close
Feed your curiosity and discover something new

Available for checkout at the front desk
Check out for up to 7 days (no renewals)
Bring science to life and start exploring today!

06/22/2026

These kids have been earning prizes in our 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program. Each one got to pick their reading Buddy & a prize from the treasure chest for reading their first 50 books!
Each PreK readers in our 1,000 books before Kindergarten challenge earns a prize after every 50 books read as they work toward their goal of reading a 1,000 books. It's just three easy steps- download the Beanstack app, get your child a library card and track their reading on the Beanstack app. Then celebrate their progress with badges, prizes & special activities at your library. Special thank you to our program prize sponsor, Ringold telephone Company- Lynn

06/22/2026

06/22/2026

These girls have been earning prizes in our 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program. Each girl got to pick a prize from our treasure chest for reading 50 books. Each PreK readers in our 1,000 books before Kindergarten challenge earns a prize after each 50 books read as they work toward their goal of reading a 1,000 books. It's just three easy steps- download the Beanstack app, get your child a library card and track their reading on the Beanstack app. Then celebrate their progress with badges, prizes & special activities at your library. Special thank you to our program prize sponsor, Ringold telephone Company- Lynn