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Games take place in this league from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays at the Miramar Youth Enrichment Center, 7000 Miramar Parkway. Call 954-602-4780.

Mended Hearts Cardiac Patient Support Group

This is a support group for patients who have heart disease and their family and caregivers. 1-3 p.m. Sunday at Memorial Hospital West, 703 N. Flamingo Road, Pembroke Pines. Call 954-608-4227. Free.

Monday 8

Aikido

This class teaches confrontat­ion avoidance, staying calm and centered when challenged, and how to focus the mind, body and spirit into a unified objective. 5:30-8 p.m. MondayThur­sday at Miramar Regional Park, 16801 Miramar Parkway. Call 954-217-8779. Cost is $60 per month for residents, $72 for nonresiden­ts.

Animativit­ies

Improve your talents in drawing, computers, painting, videograph­y and more. For ages 12-17. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Mondays at Ansin Sports Complex, 10801 Miramar Blvd. Call 954-602-4990.

Bingo Days

Play bingo with other residents. Must be a registered member of the center. 11:45 a.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday at Southwest Focal Point Community Center, 301 NW 103rd Ave., Pembroke Pines. Call 954-4506888. Cost is $3.

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 954-450-6888. Free.

BMX Bike Night

The Skate Park is open for BMX bikers of all ages. A waiver must be signed by a parent/ guardian for riders younger than 18. 7:45-9:45 p.m. Monday and Tuesday at Brian Piccolo Park, 9501 Sheridan St., Cooper City. Call 954-357-5160. Cost is $4 for members and $8 for nonmembers.

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 954-3576399. 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.

El Club

This is a club for intermedia­te English speakers to practice conversati­on and writing. 1-3 p.m. Mondays at Southwest Regional Library, 16835 Sheridan St., Pembroke Pines. Call 954-538-9956. Free.

English Café

Improve your English conversa- tional skills and reach your comprehens­ion goals by practicing with others. 6:30-8 p.m. Mondays and 1-2:30 p.m. Fridays at South Regional/ Broward College Library, 7300 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines. Call 954-201-8848. Free.

English Café

Improve your English conversati­onal skills and reach your comprehens­ion goals by practicing with others. 10:30 a.m.noon Mondays at the Miramar Branch Library, 2050 Civic Center Place. Call 954-3578090. Free.

English Café

This conversati­onal English class focuses on vocabulary, pronunciat­ion and grammar. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays at the Davie/Cooper City Branch Library, 4600 SW 82nd Ave., Davie. Call 954-357-6399. 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 954-417-9273.

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. 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 954-450-6888. Free

Tight Body Boot Camp

This is designed for adults who want to lose weight, get in shape and gain lean muscle. 6:45-7:30 a.m. MondaysThu­rsdays at the Sunset Lakes Community Center, 2801 SW 186th Ave., Miramar. Call 954593-4046 or email thatstight­fitness@yahoo.com.

Tight Body Booty Camp Just For Moms

This is a specialize­d boot camp for local moms. 8:45-9:45 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday at Miramar Regional Park, 16801 Miramar Parkway. Call 954-593-4046 or email daniel@thatstight­fitness.com. Free trial session.

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. Free.

Tuesday 9

Diabetes Management (Creole)

This weekly lecture series features guest speakers. 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays at the Southwest Focal Point Community Center, 301 NW 103rd Ave., Pembroke Pines. Call 954-4506888.

English Café

Speakers of other languages come together to practice conversati­onal English. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Davie/Cooper City Branch Library, 4600 SW 82nd Ave., Davie. Call 954-357-6399. 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 954-3578090. 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. Free.

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 can have fun using Legos to meet different challenges. 4-5 p.m. Tuesdays at the South Regional/ Broward College Library, 7300 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines. Call 954-2018825. 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.

Solar/Lunar Viewing

Join members of the South Florida Amateur Astronomer­s Associatio­n as they bring the universe closer with their high-powered telescopes. 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Miramar Branch Library, 2050 Civic Center Place. Call 954-357-8090. Free.

Storybook Adventures

Children ages 3-5 are invited for stories, 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.

Wednesday 10

Books-N-Babies

Babies, caregivers and books interact through stories, rhymes and songs. For children up to 24 months old. 10:30-11 a.m. Wednesdays at the Davie/Cooper City Branch Library, 4600 SW 82nd Ave., Davie. Call 954-357-6569. Free.

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. Free.

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.

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.

Thursday 11

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.

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.

Friends of the Miramar Library Book Club

Join others who share the joy of reading and discussing a good book. This

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 for more informatio­n.

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 Southwest Regional Library, 16835 Sheridan St., Pembroke Pines. Call 954-357-6733. Free.

Whole Foods Farmers Market

More than 40 vendors set up at the west end of the parking lot, offering locally grown produce, homemade products and unique goodies. 4-8 p.m. Thursdays at 14956 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines. Call 954-392-3500. Free admission.

Friday 12

Bingo Days

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

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.

Wayna — Music of the Andes

This show will highlight a wide range of traditiona­l instrument­s from the Andes, including guitars, charangos, flutes, panpipes and percussion instrument­s. 2-3 p.m. Saturday at the Miramar Branch Library, 2050 Civic Center Place. Call 954-357-8090.

Yoga

These sessions will cover breathing, postures, deep relaxation, mantras and meditation. 1-2 p.m. Saturday at the Davie/Cooper City Branch Library, 4600 SW 82nd Ave., Davie. Bring your own mat. Call 954-357-6399.

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.

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