Checkers/Tic Tac Toe

All Day
Children, Teens, Adults
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Library Branch: Captiva Memorial Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Play classic checkers "the game of games" or try other versions such as Fox and Geese, Give Away, Shifting Pyramids, Corner Checkers, or Goban. Reverse the field to play Tic Tac Toe or Super Tic Tac Toe. Instructions included.

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Accessibility

Special services like sign language interpretation and assistive listening can be provided at events to patrons upon request. Please give at least up to five business days notice to library staff in order to schedule services at events. Call 239-479-4636 or stop by the reference desk at your local library.

Coloring for Grown-ups

All Day
Adults
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Library Branch: Captiva Memorial Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

 

Gone are the days when coloring was just for kids. 

Adult coloring is a fun way to relax, spark your creativity and meet new people. Join us for a laid-back session where you can unwind and bring a picture to life with color. No need to be an artist. All skill levels welcome!

Coloring pages designed especially for adults, as well as colored pencils, will be provided.

 

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Accessibility

Special services like sign language interpretation and assistive listening can be provided at events to patrons upon request. Please give at least up to five business days notice to library staff in order to schedule services at events. Call 239-479-4636 or stop by the reference desk at your local library.

Simple Rocket Launcher

All Day
Children
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Library Branch: Captiva Memorial Library
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

3, 2, 1, BLAST OFF! You will love making these rockets fly over and over! This kid powered paper craft is easy to personalize, put together and launch! Supplies provided while they last.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Special services like sign language interpretation and assistive listening can be provided at events to patrons upon request. Please give at least up to five business days notice to library staff in order to schedule services at events. Call 239-479-4636 or stop by the reference desk at your local library.

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Supported Living Certification Training

9:00am–3:45pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library
Room: South Building, Meeting Room AB
Brief Description of Event

By the end of this training, participants will be certified to be a Supported Living Coach.

Coloring for Adults

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
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Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library
Room: Main Library Building, Conference Room C (FM)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

 

Gone are the days when coloring was just for kids. 

Adult coloring is a fun way to relax, spark your creativity and meet new people. Join us for a laid-back session where you can unwind and bring a picture to life with color. No need to be an artist. All skill levels welcome!

Coloring pages designed especially for adults, as well as colored pencils, will be provided.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Special services like sign language interpretation and assistive listening can be provided at events to patrons upon request. Please give at least up to five business days notice to library staff in order to schedule services at events. Call 239-479-4636 or stop by the reference desk at your local library.

Phases of the Moon

10:00am–11:00am
Teens
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Library Branch: Captiva Memorial Library
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Learn the phases of the moon with this handy DIY activity. Supplies provided while they last. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Special services like sign language interpretation and assistive listening can be provided at events to patrons upon request. Please give at least up to five business days notice to library staff in order to schedule services at events. Call 239-479-4636 or stop by the reference desk at your local library.

Intermediate Computer Skills

10:00am–11:30am
Adults
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Study Room C (EC)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn intermediate computer skills with the guidance of our Technology Instructor.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Special services like sign language interpretation and assistive listening can be provided at events to patrons upon request. Please give at least up to five business days notice to library staff in order to schedule services at events. Call 239-479-4636 or stop by the reference desk at your local library.

Photography During Programs

While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status.

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SAHM SWFL: Red, White, & Glue

11:00am–1:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Lakes Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room A (LK)
Brief Description of Event

Stay at home mothers of Southwest Florida meet up for a Independence Day celebration. Crafts will be provided.

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Kelly Dague-testing for Vocational Rehabilitation

11:15am–1:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library
Room: Main Library Building, Conference Room C (FM)
Brief Description of Event

Meeting with Voc Rehab customer to complete testing/assessments regarding employment opportunities.

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Lakes Coloring

2:00pm–4:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Lakes Regional Library
Room: Conference Room B (LK)
Brief Description of Event

Coloring for adults.

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It Shouldn't Be So Hard To Do the Right Thing: An Introduction to the Energy Innovation and Dividend Act

5:15pm–7:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Lakes Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room A (LK)
Brief Description of Event

This is an exploration of the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act co-sponsored by Florida Congressman Francis Rooney to deal with carbon emissions and the increasing threat of global warming.

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Chess Club

5:30pm–7:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Room: Conference Room (CC)
Brief Description of Event

Chess ckub

Kids Read Down Fines

6:00pm–7:00pm
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
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Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Youth Services Area (BN)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Program Type: Read Away Fines
Event Details:

 

Children and teens with overdue fines, can reduce their fine by $2 for every 15 minutes they read during this program. Each child can earn up to a maximum of $8 in one session. 

Credit may be applied to overdue fines on cards issued to patrons under the age of 18 as well as overdue fines for juvenile and teen materials checked out on their behalf on adult cards.  Credit earned may only be used for overdue fines.

Please bring your library card and check in at youth desk.

 

​Check in at the Youth Services desk upon arrival.

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Accessibility

Special services like sign language interpretation and assistive listening can be provided at events to patrons upon request. Please give at least up to five business days notice to library staff in order to schedule services at events. Call 239-479-4636 or stop by the reference desk at your local library.

Writers' Workshop

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
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Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (EC)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Authors & Writing
Event Details:

Join local writers as they meet each month to practice, share, and discuss various literary art forms including poetry, short stories, novels, memoirs and plays. All are welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Special services like sign language interpretation and assistive listening can be provided at events to patrons upon request. Please give at least up to five business days notice to library staff in order to schedule services at events. Call 239-479-4636 or stop by the reference desk at your local library.

Photography During Programs

While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status.

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Girl Scouts 462 - Bronze

6:00pm–7:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room B (NW)
Brief Description of Event

Planning meeting for girls in troop working on earning their Bronze award. Usual meeting space is unavailable over the summer.