Virrick Park Branch Library
🏢 Miami-Dade Public Library System · Miami, Florida
Virrick Park Branch Library
The Virrick Park Branch Library serves Coconut Grove — one of Miami's oldest and most storied neighborhoods — with four evenings of extended hours, Florida International University-led STEM workshops, and a Grove-Gables Toastmasters chapter meeting on site.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9:30am–8pm |
| Tuesday | 9:30am–8pm |
| Wednesday | 9:30am–8pm |
| Thursday | 9:30am–8pm |
| Friday | 9:30am–6pm |
| Saturday | 9:30am–6pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 3255 Plaza Street, Miami, FL 33133
Phone: (305) 442-7872
Website: mdpls.org
Plus Code: 76QXPPJX+7R (Miami, FL)
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📖 About Virrick Park Branch Library
The Virrick Park Branch Library is set within Virrick Park in the heart of Coconut Grove, Miami's oldest continuously inhabited neighborhood with deep African-American, Bahamian, and Caribbean roots dating to the 1800s. The branch sits at 3255 Plaza Street, steps from the Grand Avenue corridor and the broader South Grove. Four evenings a week — Monday through Thursday until 8 p.m. — the branch serves Grove families with homework help and Saturday K–12 tutoring. Florida International University students lead hands-on STEM activity sessions at the branch, bringing university resources directly to the community. The Grove-Gables Toastmasters chapter holds regular meetings here, offering public speaking and leadership development for adults. Resume workshops, chess for youth, video gaming, and family storytimes round out a diverse calendar. As part of the 50-branch Miami-Dade Public Library System, a Virrick Park card unlocks Libby, hoopla, and Freegal Music at no extra cost.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Four evenings open until 8 p.m. (Monday–Thursday) — maximum evening access in the Coconut Grove area
- Florida International University student-led STEM workshops for youth
- Grove-Gables Toastmasters chapter — public speaking and leadership for adults, meeting on site
- Free Saturday Homework Help & Tutoring Program for grades K–12, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
- Located within Virrick Park in Coconut Grove, one of Miami's oldest historic neighborhoods
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Virrick Park cardholders access free digital content through the Miami-Dade Public Library System:
📚 Services
- Saturday Homework Help & Tutoring (10am–1pm, grades K–12)
- Florida International University student-led STEM activity sessions
- Resume writing workshops
- Public computers and free Wi-Fi
- Mobile printing — upload from phone, laptop or email
- Interlibrary loan through the Miami-Dade Public Library System
🎸 Programs
- FIU STEM Workshops for youth
- Grove-Gables Toastmasters (adults, public speaking & leadership)
- Chess Club for youth
- Video gaming sessions
- Family storytimes
- Resume workshops for job seekers
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Why is this library called 'Virrick Park Branch'?
The branch is named after Virrick Park, the Miami city park in Coconut Grove where it is located. The park and its surroundings form part of one of Miami's oldest communities, with Caribbean, Bahamian, and African-American heritage going back to the late 1800s.
What STEM programs does Virrick Park Branch Library offer?
The branch hosts hands-on STEM workshops led by Florida International University students — bringing university-level science and technology activities directly to the Coconut Grove community. Sessions typically target youth and are offered as part of the branch's regular programming calendar.
Does Virrick Park Branch offer free tutoring?
Yes. The Saturday Homework Help & Tutoring Program runs 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday, providing free drop-in tutoring for grades K through 12. No appointment is needed.
What are the hours at Virrick Park Branch Library?
The branch is open Monday through Thursday 9:30 a.m.–8 p.m. and Friday and Saturday 9:30 a.m.–6 p.m. It is closed on Sunday.
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