Community Literacy Events 

Reading doesn’t only happen in the classroom—it can be strengthened and celebrated throughout our community! Hialeah offers families many free and affordable opportunities where children can practice their literacy skills in fun, meaningful, and engaging ways. Whether through hands-on activities, after-school programs, or family events, these resources give students the chance to apply reading, writing, and vocabulary in real-life settings. By taking advantage of these opportunities, parents can help their children build a lifelong love for reading while also connecting with others in our community.

 

Free Tutoring at John F. Kennedy Library – In-Person & Virtual

Every week, students can receive free reading (as well as math and science) tutoring from certified teachers through the Miami-Dade Public Library System. These one-hour sessions are available both in person and online, including Saturdays and weekdays. It's a wonderful way for children to get focused help on reading skills, comprehension, and homework in a supportive environment.

  • Location: John F. Kennedy Library (190 W 49th St, Hialeah, FL)

  • Details: Homework help & tutoring program run by certified teachers, available in small groups and virtually.

Family Storytime — Bilingual Bilingual Storytelling at John F. Kennedy Library

Held on the third Saturday of every month at 11:00 a.m., this bilingual story time combines storytelling, reading aloud, and fun literacy-based activities. It’s a wonderful opportunity for children to develop listening, comprehension, and language skills in both English and Spanish while enjoying interactive and social learning.

  • Location: John F. Kennedy Library, Hialeah

  • Details: Bilingual Family Storytime fosters early literacy through interactive stories and activities

“English for Families” Literacy Workshops

This multi-week series of interactive classes is offered by Florida Humanities at the John F. Kennedy Library, typically on Wednesday evenings for several weeks. Each session features a children’s book (to take home), vocabulary-building activities, literacy-focused lessons, and refreshments. It’s designed for families to explore reading together and develop new strategies for engaging children in books.

  • Location: John F. Kennedy Library

  • Details: Weekly family literacy workshops using children's books and activities; families take home the featured book

Why Bring Your Child?

  • Supports Reading Growth: Targeted tutoring helps children who may need extra help or enrichment.

  • Builds Lifelong Love of Reading: Storytimes and workshops make reading fun, social, and interactive especially when shared as a family.

  • Engages Diverse Learners: The bilingual formats and family-focused activities welcome all learners and strengthen language skills in both English and Spanish.