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“Fairy tales are more than true: not because they tell us that dragons exist, but because they tell us dragons can be beaten.” –
@neilhimself
, Coraline
Check out this awesome display at the Miami Beach Regional Library!
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#MDPLS
will have COVID-19 Take-Home Rapid Test Kits available from 9 am – 3 pm, or until supplies last, Friday, Dec. 24, at the Kendale Lakes Branch, North Dade Regional, Northeast-Dade Aventura Branch, South Dade Regional & Westchester Regional Libraries.
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COVID-19 take home rapid test kits will be available at 27
#MDPLS
locations beginning at 9:30 am Mon., Dec. 27 while supplies last. Limit of up to 3 tests per household. For the list of locations and test instructions, visit .
@MiamiDadeCounty
@MiamiDadePD
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COVID-19 take home rapid test kits will be available for pickup at 8
#MDPLS
locations beginning at 7:30 a.m. Fri., Dec. 31 while supplies last. Limit 2 per household. For the list of locations and test kit instructions, visit .
@MiamiDadeCounty
@MiamiDadePD
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Approximately 12,500 COVID-19 Take Home Rapid Test Kits were given to the public today. We have run out at all locations. Additional test kits will be available at more library locations beginning Monday, December 27. Visit on Monday for more information.
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On this day in 1992,
#MDPLS
made history when the Civic Center Porta Kiosk opened as the world’s first library to be built on an elevated transit system! The branch located on the second floor of the Metrorail station is still a favorite of many commuters.
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Congratulations to our own Luz Rossy, library assistant at the Westchester Library Health & Wellness Information Center! Her poem paying homage to her abuela won
@omiamifestival
’s 2023 [Your poem here] campaign and is now on a billboard in downtown Miami!
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We’re celebrating the Library’s 50th anniversary with bestselling author and columnist Dave Barry! Join us online on Thursday, February 3 at 6 p.m. as
@rayadverb
discusses his books and answers your questions. Register at .
#MDPLSAuthorSeries
#MDPLS50
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COVID-19 take home rapid test kits will be available for pickup at 8
#MDPLS
locations beginning at 7:30 a.m. Sat., Jan. 8, while supplies last. Limit 2 per household. For the list of locations and test kit instructions, visit .
@MiamiDadeCounty
@MiamiDadePD
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Need a face mask? Starting tomorrow, 7/23, you can stop by any of our 50
#MDPLS
locations to pick up free masks while supplies last. It’s all part of
#OurCounty
’s efforts to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 and ensure that everyone has access to a mask. .
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Welcome back! The newly renovated Coral Gables Branch Library at 3443 Segovia Street has reopened and we can’t wait for you to visit.
#ImprovingMDPLS
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#MDPLS
is out of COVID-19 take home rapid test kits. All available test kits have been distributed at this time. Approximately 152,000 test kits have been given out by
@MiamiDadeCounty
.
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It’s
#NewMusicFriday
! Check out the latest albums from Lorde, Darren Criss and more, now available on
@hooplaDigital
with your
#MDPLS
library card.
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Get ready for a bit of New England history colored with chilling tales of the supernatural! Join
@dustinpari
of SyFy’s
#GhostHunters
online on Monday, October 4 at 6:30pm as he chronicles his involvement in some investigations in New England. Register at .
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Celebrate
#StarWarsDay
at the
#MDPLS
May the 4th Family Festival & FandomFest at the Main Library in downtown Miami on Saturday, May 4! Enjoy a free day of fun and entertainment for the whole family!
#MayThe4thBeWithYou
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Get cozy at home and listen as
@dustinpari
of
#GhostHunters
fame sheds some light on the spooky shadows of Halloween history and lore. Ghost stories? He’ll have some of those too! Join us online Saturday, October 2 at 3 p.m. Register at .
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The new
#MDPLS
Westchester Library Health and Wellness Information Center is officially open! Thank you to
@MayorDaniella
, Commissioner
@JavierSoutoD10
and the community for joining Director Ray Baker and the Library team for the grand opening ceremony.
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Aaron joined the 2018
#MDPLS
Summer Reading Challenge! Have you?
There’s still plenty of time for readers of all ages to participate. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning a great prize. Find out more at .
#LibrariesRock
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Need Wi-Fi? Get connected without leaving your car! Pull up to one of our marked Drive-up Wi-Fi parking spots at participating
#MDPLS
locations to use the library’s free Wi-Fi from the comfort & safety of your vehicle. Keep in touch with family & friends and never miss a meeting!
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"Reading is the key that opens doors to many good things in life. Reading shaped my dreams, and more reading helped me make my dreams come true." ~Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg (1933 - 2020).
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#ThrowbackThursday
to the Metrorail Grand Opening! Metrorail first opened for revenue service on May 20, 1984.
View historical records of the growth of
@GoMiamiDade
, including this booklet, in our
#MDPLSDigitalCollections
at .
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Our men’s restrooms are getting an upgrade! Thanks to
@Pampers
,
@KoalaKare
changing tables are being installed in
#MDPLS
public restrooms, so dads visiting our libraries also have a place to change their babies’ diapers.
#LoveTheChange
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We are mourning the loss of Arva Moore Parks, who passed away Sunday. She was a true Miami pioneer, historian, preservationist, author and chairwoman of the Miami-Dade County Public Library Advisory Board. We are fortunate to have known her.
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Today
@MayorDaniella
and
@CommishDiaz
joined
@MiamiDadeWomen
and
#MDPLS
at the Main Library for the opening of the Centennial of Women’s Suffrage Exhibit celebrating the history of the Women’s Suffrage Movement. Check out the exhibit through July 3.
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Surrounded Islands, Christo & Jeanne-Claude’s iconic & majestic work, spanned across 11 islands in Biscayne Bay in May 1983. Learn about their vibrant pink installation & the Library's connection to the project in the latest
#MDPLSDigitalCollections
blog: .
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Readings from New Novels with
@pronounced_ing
,
@Lvandenberg
&
@csittenfeld
is today at the
@MiamiBookFair
! Catch the three popular authors talk about their novels at 12:30 pm in the Auditorium (Building 1, 2nd Floor) during this
#MDPLS
sponsored panel.
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The
@MiamiBookFair
is almost here!
#MDPLS
is proud to sponsor Readings from New Novels with authors
@pronounced_ing
,
@Lvandenberg
and
@csittenfeld
on Sunday, November 18 at 12:30 p.m. And don't forget to visit the MDPLS Bookmobile and tent during the Street Fair!
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We’re happy to announce that the West Flagler Branch Library has reopened! The renovated branch features new flooring & furniture, improved lighting, new signage, and updated electrical & IT infrastructure. Homework Help & Tutoring sessions will resume Sat, 2/15.
#ImprovingMDPLS
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Thank you to the
@CityCoralGables
, Mayor Raúl Valdés-Fauli and Vice Mayor Patricia Keon for proclaiming April 8 – April 14 as
#NationalLibraryWeek
in Coral Gables.
#MDPLS
#LibrariesLead
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Words cannot express the sadness we feel over the loss of our colleague Jaime Humet, who worked at Miami Lakes Branch. He was a beloved son, brother, uncle & friend. Help police find his killer. If you know anything, call
@Crimestopper305
at 305–471-TIPS.
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Distribution locations: Kendale Lakes Branch, Main Library, Miami Beach Regional, Miami Lakes Branch, Naranja Branch, North Dade Regional, Northeast Dade – Aventura Branch and Westchester Regional.
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Congratulations to Alexa Gonzalez, winner of our 2023 Teen Library Card Design Contest! 📚
She recently picked up our newest library card that she designed and you can get one too! The Mystery and Discovery library card is now available at all
#MDPLS
library locations.
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It may be a bit chilly today, but on January 19, 1977, it was cold enough to snow! Do you remember when it snowed in Miami?
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Be a tourist in your own backyard! Explore
@HistoryMiami
,
@museumofgraff
,
@MiChiMu
and other local museums for free with an
#MDPLS
Museum Pass - all you need is your library card! Learn more about our participating museums and check pass availability at .
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#Update
(12:40 PM): Kendale Lakes Branch has run out of COVID-19 take home rapid test kits. Test kits are still available at Main Library and Miami Beach Regional. Supply is dwindling at all other sites.
COVID-19 take home rapid test kits will be available for pickup at 8
#MDPLS
locations beginning at 7:30 a.m. Fri., Dec. 31 while supplies last. Limit 2 per household. For the list of locations and test kit instructions, visit .
@MiamiDadeCounty
@MiamiDadePD
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The 2018 Summer Reading Challenge starts today! Every 30 minutes you read or listen to a book equals a chance at winning a great prize. Pick up a reading log at any branch library or download one today.
#mdplsSummerReading
#LibrariesRock
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It’s
#NationalLibraryWeek
, an annual celebration of libraries, librarians and library workers. It’s a great time to use your
#MDPLS
library card! Don’t have one? Sign up for an eCard at and get instant access to our online library today!
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Need your COVID-19 vaccine or booster shot? Pop-up Community Vaccination Sites will be at the South Dade Regional Library on Fri., 1/7 & Sat., 1/8 and the North Dade Regional Library on Sat., 1/8 & Sun., 1/9. No appointment is needed. More info:
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Happy
#NationalLibraryWorkersDay
! A big thank you to all of our staff at
#MDPLS
.
#NationalLibraryWeek
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Congratulations to the 1st & 2nd place winners of the 8pm team trivia contest.
#MDPLSPotterParty
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#MDPLS
is honored & excited to be a finalist for the 2022 IMLS National Medal for Museum & Library Service - the nation’s highest honor given to libraries. It’s a remarkable recognition of our team's work & passion in serving the community.
#IMLSmedals
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We’re proud to be a finalist for the 2022 IMLS Medals – the nation’s highest honor given to libraries! Today
@US_IMLS
is featuring us on their social media! Check out their tweets and share your library story with us both using
#ShareYourStory
,
#IMLSmedals
and
#MDPLS
.
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You might run into some adorably spooky characters on your next visit to the Pinecrest Branch Library!
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Start placing your requests for books, DVDs and other library materials! Beginning Monday, May 4, MDPLS will offer outdoor walk-up service to pick up pre-ordered library materials at all 50 library locations. More info:
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We’re so happy to have officially reopened the Coral Reef Branch Library! Thank you to Frank Balzebre representing
@MayorGimenez
, Commissioner
@DLCava
, the
#MDPLS
team and the community for helping us celebrate.
#ImprovingMDPLS
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Be a tourist in your own city! Visit
@HistoryMiami
,
@MiChiMu
,
@pamm
and other local museums for free with an
#MDPLS
Museum Pass.
#LibraryCardSignUpMonth
#WorldTourismDay
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We’re open! Welcome, Cecilia, our first patron to visit the new Hialeah Gardens Branch Library. She’s been a patron of the previous location since she was a little girl and was excited to check out the new space.
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“All are welcome, whatever language they speak!” – Liana Pupo-Cuartas, Librarian at the South Dade Regional Library
Liana keeps kids engaged and learning during fun bilingual family storytimes and was recently featured in Publishers Weekly: .
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The new Hialeah Gardens Branch Library is officially open at 13451 NW 107 Ave! Thank you to
@MayorDaniella
,
@CommishDiaz
, and City of Hialeah Gardens Mayor Yioset De La Cruz for joining us for the grand opening ceremony.
#ImprovingMDPLS
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As we get ready to celebrate
#LibraryCardSignUpMonth
in September, check out
@TimeOutMiami
's list of 10 free things you can do with your
#MDPLS
library card!
Don’t have your library card yet? Sign up for one anytime at .
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Gina is loving “Fantastic Beasts & Where to Find Them: The Original Screenplay” by
@jk_rowling
. What are you reading?
#ReadersUnite
#mdpls
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Congratulations to the
#MDPLS
Marketing Team! They were awarded the
@TweetFLAlibrary
Excellence in Marketing Award for their work on “The Civil Rights Movement: Looking Back, Marching Forward – An Afternoon with Congressman John Lewis, Andrew Aydin & Nate Powell.”
#flacon2018
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We were honored to have
@CommishEileen
join us this morning at the Main Library to unveil her new
#TakeYourStoryFurther
poster. Her poster will also be on display in the other District 5 libraries – Hispanic Branch, Miami Beach Regional, Shenandoah Branch & South Shore Branch.
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Happy 125th Birthday, Miami! Look back at the city over the years through Gleason Waite Romer’s photos. Browse more of Romer’s photos of Miami and South Florida in our
#MDPLSDigitalCollections
at .
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The Drive-up Wi-Fi program is currently available at the following
#MDPLS
libraries: Coral Gables Branch, Coral Reef Branch, Country Walk Branch, Edison Center Branch, Fairlawn Branch, Golden Glades Branch, Hialeah Gardens Branch, International Mall Branch & Kendale Lakes Branch
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We’re so happy to have officially reopened the West Flagler Branch Library! Thank you to Miami-Dade County Commission Vice Chairwoman
@RebecaSosaMiami
, City of Miami Commissioner Manolo Reyes, the
#MDPLS
team and the community for helping us celebrate.
#ImprovingMDPLS
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Patron Notice: As of July 28, all visitors must wear a face mask/covering at all times inside all
#MDPLS
library locations and all other Miami-Dade County facilities. COVID-19 safety measures are in place to help ensure public health in
#OurCounty
.
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Check out what’s happening at
#MDPLS
! The Coral Gables Branch Library is reopening, plus celebrate
#HaitianHeritageMonth
with stories and songs, learn about the customs and traditions of the Pacific Islands, create the perfect
#MothersDay
card and more.
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November is now officially
#MiamiBookMonth
in Miami-Dade County!
#MDPLS
is celebrating literacy, reading & our vibrant literary community all month. Enjoy author visits, join a book club &, of course, check out books!
@MiamiBookFair
@BooksandBooks
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On this
#LawEnforcementAppreciationDay
, we thank and celebrate our law enforcement officers who keep
#OurCounty
safe.
A reminder that all
#MDPLS
libraries are closed today, May 12, in observance of the holiday. Access our online library anytime at .
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Thank you
@ArshtCenter
for another generous Stage to Page book donation! Director Ray Baker, joined by author
@colsonwhitehead
, was pleased to accept your donation of 100 copies of Whitehead’s award-winning novel The Underground Railroad.
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Did you know that
@OverDriveLibs
offers a dyslexic font option for its website and both the OverDrive and Libby apps? Enable the dyslexic font on your device to make your reading experience more enjoyable!
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#MDPLS
is the 2024 Florida Library of the Year! We are thrilled and honored to be recognized by
@TweetFLAlibrary
for outstanding service to the community.
#ProudAwardWinner
🏆 We're thrilled to announce the Miami-Dade Public Library System as FLA's Library of the Year! 🏅
Serving 2.7 million residents across 1,921 square miles, MDPLS is more than just a library—it's a lifeline for their community.
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#MDPLS
is proud to have been selected to be a part of this great program for the fifth consecutive time in partnership with
@mdjsd
.
We're pleased to announce the 100 winners of ALA's
#GreatStoriesClub
grants, a national award that supports reading and discussion programs for underserved teens. Congrats!
@NEHgov
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Walking for a great cause! The
#MDPLS
team was proud to be part of today’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk!
#MakingStridesMiami
#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth
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Who needs
#BlackFriday
when
#MDPLS
has the best deals in town all year long?
Books, movies & music ✔
The New York Times & The Wall Street Journal online ✔
Tutoring ✔
Chromebook laptops ✔
All this and so much more – free with your library card!
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Meet author Luis Alejandro Ordóñez at the Doral Branch Library! Join us Saturday, February 1 at 4:30 p.m. as he presents his book, El último New York Times. The program will be presented in Spanish.
#MDPLSAuthorSeries
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We are mourning the loss of librarian, curator and artist Margarita Cano, who passed away on Tuesday. Her legacy lives on through the art and culture she brought to the Library and our community.
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Leave your mark on history! Join the Miami-Dade County Office of Historic Preservation,
#MDPLS
and
@HistoryMiami
this Saturday, May 20, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. for a fun, interactive day of activities to help preserve our county’s history. Learn more at .
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The weather is perfect for the
@MiamiBookFair
& a visit to the
#MDPLS
Bookmobile and tent! Stop by for books, DVDs, great information and a library card. We're in Section F on NE 2nd Ave near NE 2nd St. See you there!
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It was a wild Saturday at the Doral Branch Library! From the cuddly to the scaly, animal lovers of all ages met some incredible animals during the wildlife show.
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Wishing all of you a day filled with love and happiness! We ❤ our library users! Happy
#ValentinesDay
and
#LibraryLoversDay
from all of us at
#MDPLS
!
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From Jesus and Danny filling supply orders for our 50 branches to children’s librarian Melinda selecting our monthly staff picks for kids, we want to say a special thank you to all of our amazing staff! Happy
#NationalLibraryWorkersDay
!
#NLWD19
#MDPLS
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Happy
#HispanicHeritageMonth
! Celebrate at
#MDPLS
with programs and events for all ages, recommended reads and more. From crafts and storytelling to flamenco dancing, film screenings and more, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
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It’s
#NewMusicFriday
! Check out new releases from
@MaddiePoppe
,
@headandtheheart
and more, available now on
@hoopladigital
with your
#MDPLS
library card.
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“I owe everything I am and everything I will ever be to books.” – Gary Paulsen (1939 – 2021)
Remember the beloved author, known for his wilderness adventure novels, through his work: .
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It’s the Coral Gables Branch Library Day! The library, dedicated as the “Castle of Good Reading,” opened 50 years ago today. The library began with 300 books in the Douglas Entrance building by members of the the Coral Gables Woman’s Club & moved to its current location in 1969.
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Happy
#VinylRecordDay
! Did you know that
#MDPLS
has a vinyl record collection at the Main Library?
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Miami is a treasure trove of spectacular locales! From the Venetian Pool to the Miami Biltmore Hotel, learn about some of the many places spread across Miami that stand as icons of its past and present in the latest
#MDPLSDigitalCollections
blog at .
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