Calendar of Events
Games take place in this adult league from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays at the Miramar Youth Enrichment Center, 7000 Miramar Parkway. Call 954-6024780.
I Lobe the Brain Join “Fred the Head” and learn about the four lobes of your brain through an interactive talk, where you can touch and feel what’s going on inside your head. 2-3 p.m. Sunday at Nova Southeastern University’s Alvin Sherman Library, 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr. Blvd., Davie. Call 954-262-4000.
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Blood Pressure Screening Stay healthy and monitor your blood pressure. Complimentary screenings are from 10 a.m.-noon Mondays and Wednesdays at the Southwest Focal Point Community Center, 301 NW 103rd Ave., Pembroke Pines. Call 954450-6888. Free.
Citizenship Preparation Class Practice the 100 questions and the interview test process in this class, which also covers civics, government and interview skills. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Monday at the Davie/Cooper City Branch Library, 4600 SW 82nd Ave., Davie. Call 954-357-6399. Free.
Crafty Kids Join in a fun craft-making program for children 6 to 11. 7-7:45 p.m. Mondays at the South Regional/Broward College Library, 7300 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines. Call 954-201-8821. Free.
Errol Lyn Karate-Do Learn karate and self-discipline in this class. 6:30-7:30 p.m. for ages 4-7, 7:30-8:30 p.m. for ages 8-15 Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Miramar Youth Enrichment Center, 7000 Miramar Parkway. Call 954-4179273. Meditation for Peace and Illumination Cleanse your aura in this one-hour meditation session. 6-7 p.m. Monday at the Miramar Branch Library, 2050 Civic Center Place. Call 954-357-8090.
Mommy and Me Class New moms and their babies are invited for fun activities. 11:45 a.m.-1:15 p.m. Mondays at Memorial Hospital Miramar, 1901 SW 172nd Ave. Call 954538-5180. Free.
Nursing Moms Support Group Receive breast-feeding assistance and encouragement from other moms and board-certified lactation consultants. 12:30-2 p.m. Monday at Memorial Hospital West, 703 N. Flamingo Road, Pembroke Pines. Call 954-844-7110.
Read Around the World Book Club Learn about geography while having fun with music. For grades 1-4. 4 p.m. Monday at the Davie/Cooper City Branch Library, 4600 SW 82nd Ave., Davie. Registration is required. Call 954-357-6399. Free.
Songbirds Singing Group The Songbirds entertain residents at local nursing homes, providing cheer and their own special brand of care. Registration is required. 10:15 a.m. Mondays at the Southwest Focal Point Community Center, 301 NW 103rd Ave., Pembroke Pines. Call 954-4506888. Free
V.I.P. Support Group Anyone with a visual impairment is invited to meet new friends, make special projects, receive education and support and enjoy community speakers. Must be a registered member of the center. 10-11:30 a.m. Mondays at Southwest Focal Point Community Center, 301 NW 103rd Ave., Pembroke Pines. Call 954-450-6888.
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Dog Smarts 101 This class is designed for anyone who is having problems with their pet’s behavior. 6-7 p.m. Tuesday at the Miramar Branch Library, 2050 Civic Center Place. No pets are permitted as this is not a dog training session. Call 954-357-8090. Free.
English Café Speakers of other languages come together to practice conversational English. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Davie/Cooper City Branch Library, 4600 SW 82nd Ave., Davie. Call 954357-6399. Free.
English Café Speakers of other languages come together to practice conversational English. 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Miramar Branch Library, 2050 Civic Center Place. Call 954-357-8090. Free.
English Café Speakers of other languages come together to practice conversational English. 10:30 a.m.-noon Tuesdays at the Pembroke Pines Branch Library, 955 NW 129th Ave. Call 954-357-6746.
Gentle Yoga for Seniors This program for age 60 and older focuses on gentle stretches, flexibility and fall prevention. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Tuesdays at the Sunset Lakes Community Center, 2801 SW 186th Ave., Miramar. Call 954-889-2701. Free.
Lego Club Ages 7-12 use Legos to meet different challenges. 4-5 p.m. Tuesdays at the South Regional/Broward College Library, 7300 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines. Call 954- 201-8825. Free.
Page Turner’s Book Club Come be part of a review and discussion of the “Bittersweet” by Colleen McCullough. 2-3 p.m. Tuesday at the South Regional/Broward College Library, 7300 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines. Call 954-201-8849. Free. Silver Dragon/Young Tiger Taekwondo Classes This class teaches self-defense, physical fitness and artistic expression for ages 5-12. 6:45-7:45 p.m. Tuesdays at the Ansin Sports Complex, 10801 Miramar Blvd. Call 305-469-9803.
Storybook Adventures
Children ages 3-5 are invited for sto- ries, songs and more. 10:30-11 a.m. Tuesdays at the Southwest Regional Library, 16835 Sheridan St., Pembroke Pines. Call 954-357-6733. Free.
Story Time Fun This program for children 4-5 includes stories and crafts. 1:30-2:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the South Regional/ Broward College Library, 7300 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines. Call 954-2018821. Free.
Toddler Time Stories Children ages 18 months to 2 years old can enjoy songs, stories and rhymes. 9:30-10 a.m. Tuesdays at the Pembroke Pines Branch Library, 955 NW 129th Ave. Call 954-357-6750. Free.
Twilight Tales Children are invited for an evening of stories and arts and crafts. 7 p.m. Tuesdays at the South Regional/ Broward College Library, 7300 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines. Call 954-2018821. Free.
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Art Speaks … Join the Conversation Former Miami Dolphins great Jason Taylor will discuss the work of his foundation, the value of poetry and more. He will be joined by Darious Daughtry, director of bluapple Poetry Programs. 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Miramar Cultural Center Arts Park, 2400 Civic Center Place. Call 954-6024500 or visit Miramarculturalcenter. org. Free, but tickets required.
Citizenship Test Preparation Discuss eligibility and prepare for the U.S. citizenship exam with questionand-answer drills and sample tests. 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and 10 a.m.noon Thursdays at South Regional/ Broward College Library, 7300 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines. Call 954-2018848. Free.
Citizenship Test Preparation Discuss civics, government and practice for the test questions and interview process. 12:30-2 p.m. Wednesdays at the Miramar Branch Library, 2050 Civic Center Place. Call 954-3578090. Free.
English Café Speakers of other languages can come together to practice conversational English. 2:30-4 p.m. Wednesdays at the Pembroke Pines Branch Library, 955 NW 129th Ave. Call 954-357-6746.
Family Films Children are invited to catch a movie from 3-5 p.m. Wednesdays at the South Regional/Broward College Library, 7300 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines. Call 954-201-8821. Free.
Mother Goose Story Time Ages 2-4 can enjoy stories, songs and crafts. 11-11:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Miramar Branch Library, 2050 Civic Center Place. Registration required. Call 954-357-8095. Free.
South Regional Chess Club Join fellow chess lovers from 3-5 p.m. Wednesday at the South Regional/ Broward College Library, 7300 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines. Call 954-201-
8848. Free.
Stories-N-Stuff Parents and caregivers learn how to enhance their child’s reading skills with this literacy workshop. For ages 3-5. 11:15 a.m. Wednesdays at the Davie/Cooper City Branch Library, 4600 SW 82nd Ave., Davie. Call 954357-6569
Teen Wii Ages 8-12 can enjoy gaming fun on the Wii. 5-5:30 p.m. Wednesdays at the Miramar Branch Library, 2050 Civic Center Place. Call 954-357-8090. Free.
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Amrit Yoga/Yoga Nidra Class Come enjoy this class with instructor Bonnie Hasu Lind. Chairs are available if needed, and beginners are welcome. Bring your own mat. 10-11:30 a.m. Thursdays at the South Regional/ Broward College Library, 7300 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines. Call 954-2018849. Free.
Basic English Café Beginners to intermediate English speakers gather to practice conversation through various activities. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays at Southwest Regional Library, 16835 Sheridan St., Pembroke Pines. Call 954-538-9956. Free.
Coping with Life Changes Join this support group to learn how to deal with changes in your life. 10-11:30 a.m. Thursday at the Southwest Focal Point Community Center, 301 NW 103rd Ave., Pembroke Pines. Call 954450-6888.
English Café Speakers of other languages can come together to practice conversational English. 2:30-4 p.m. Thursdays at the Pembroke Pines Branch Library, 955 NW 129th Ave. Call 954-357-6746. Free.
The Taste of Pines Come enjoy samples of local desserts and wines, music by Night Breeze and more. 6-9 p.m. Thursday at the Southwest Focal Point Community Center, 301 NW 103rd Ave., Pembroke Pines. Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the door; $5 for children 10 and younger. Call 954-435-6525 or visit Pinesday. com.
Mother Goose Story Time Ages 2-4 can enjoy stories, songs and crafts. 11-11:30 a.m. Thursdays at the Miramar Branch Library, 2050 Civic Center Place. Call 954-357-8090. Free.
Pembroke Pines Toastmasters Club Members can develop and practice communication and leadership in a supportive and positive learning environment. 7:30-8:45 a.m. Thursdays at Leeza’s Place at Memorial Hospital Pembroke, 2261 N. University Drive, Pembroke Pines. Call 954-3476891, 954-620-0040 or 954-643-4855.
Toddler Time and Tales Caregivers are invited to bring children ages 1-3 for stories and songs. Registration required. 10:30-11 and 11:15-11:45 a.m. Thursdays at the Play bingo with other residents. Must be a registered member of the center. 12:15-1:45 p.m. Friday at the Southwest Focal Point Community Center, 301 NW 103rd Ave., Pembroke Pines. Call 954-450-6888. Cost is $3. Silver Dragon/Young Tiger Taekwondo Classes This class teaches self-defense, physical fitness and artistic expression for ages 5-12. 6:45-7:45 p.m. Fridays at the Ansin Sports Complex, 10801 Miramar Blvd. Call 305-469-9803.
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Library eBooks for Everyone Learn how to download eBooks to your eReader, tablet or smartphone. Bring your device fully charged. Kindle users must know their Amazon ID and password. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday at the Miramar Branch Library, 2050 Civic Center Place. Call 954-357-8090. Free.
Master Yoga Class Yoga practice begins with light meditation, followed by a mixture of postures and breathing exercises, finishing with guided meditation. There also will be live music and a potluck lunch. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday at C.B. Smith Park, 900 N. Flamingo Road, Pembroke Pines. Call 954-4830128. Pines Day Parade and Pines Day Celebration The community celebration takes place on Saturday, with a parade starting at 11 a.m. at McArthur High School, 6501 Hollywood Blvd. and concluding at the Pines Recreation Center, 7400 Pines Blvd., for a celebration that features rides for children, a cake-cutting ceremony, Little Miss Sweetheart and Miss Pembroke Pines pageants and more. Call 954-435-6525 or visit Pinesday.com.
Yoga at C.B. Smith Park Experience the joy of losing weight, less stress, more strength, increased flexibility, and more concentration, focus and stamina. Classes are for all ages and all levels. 9:30-11 a.m. Saturdays at C.B. Smith Park, 900 N. Flamingo Road, Pembroke Pines. Call 954-466-4233 or email yoga.cbsmithpark@gmail.com.