The City of North Miami is putting the final touches on its 2025 Back-to-School Block Party, inviting the community to a festivity filled with free supplies, food, and entertainment. Parents and children are set to gather at the North Miami Public Library on Monday, August 11, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. for this collaborative event. The library, situated at 835 NE 132nd Street, will become a haven for families preparing for the upcoming school year, according to the city's official announcement.
Ensuring local students start the school year equipped for success, the block party promises an array of essentials, all free of charge. Children must be present to snag a free backpack, and North Miami residents will be given priority. Proof of residency, like a government-issued ID, will be required at the door. A mix of food, games, and learning resources is also on the agenda.
Donations are the cornerstone of this event, fueling the giveaway with the necessary tools for academic achievement. Community members can contribute by providing new backpacks, notebooks, pencils, glue sticks, rulers, calculators, amongst other requested items. For those preferring to donate financially, contributions in the form of cash or checks made payable to the City of North Miami are equally appreciated.
The North Miami Public Library is ready to receive these donations during operating hours, which span from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Monday, and extend until 8 p.m. from Tuesday to Thursday. The weekend window is also open, with Friday and Saturday hours running from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Residents eager to join the Back-to-School Block Party can register in advance to participate in the day's activities, as detailed by the City of North Miami.
Further details regarding the back-to-school event and how to support the donation drive are available through the Office of Mayor and Council by calling 305-895-9818. For a glimpse into the previous year's success and the energy that engulfs this annual gathering, visit the City of North Miami's Back to School Giveaway photo gallery.
