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AI for Genealogy Peggy Jude

9:00am–11:30am

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library

Room: South Building, Meeting Room AB

Brief Description of Event

Did you know artificial intelligence (AI) has been around a surprisingly long time? Dive into the fascinating world where artificial intelligence meets family history! Discover how AI, including ChatGPT, is revolutionizing genealogy.

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Southwest Florida Quilters Guild

9:00am–4:00pm

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Lakes Regional Library

Room: Conference Room B (LK)

Brief Description of Event

SWFQG Sew Day

Baby Rhyme Time

10:00am–10:30am

Birth to Preschool

Closed

Registration Required

Closed

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Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library

Room: Main Library Building, Youth Programming Room (FM)

Age Group: Birth to Preschool

Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Storytime

Registration Required

Event Details:

For children ages birth-18 months with caregiver.

Wiggle and giggle to bond with your baby through books, rhymes and songs in this lap-sit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language, motor and social skills.

Each program offers literacy tips and strategies to stimulate your baby’s brain development and enhance future reading success.

Registration is required and guarantees your spot until the start of the program.

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.

Friends of the Library Members Preview Book Sale

10:00am–3:00pm

Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults

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Library Branch: Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library

Room: Meeting Room (CC)

Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults

Program Type: Book Sales

Event Details:

The Friends of the Cape Coral Library is holding its annual Book Sale fundraising event. The Member Preview Sale from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursday, November 20th, is for members only.

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.

Preschool Storytime

10:30am–11:00am

Birth to Preschool

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Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library

Room: Storytime Room (NW)

Age Group: Birth to Preschool

Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Storytime

Event Details:

For children ages 3-5 years.

Your preschooler will build relationships, meet new friends and develop school readiness skills. This fun and interactive storytime fosters independent thinking and a lifelong love of learning through reading, talking, singing, writing and playing.

Children attend this program independently while parents and caregivers wait nearby.

Space is limited to 14 tickets. Arrive early and visit the children's desk to check-in. First-come, first-served.

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.

Preschool Number Fun

10:30am–11:15am

Birth to Preschool

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Library Branch: Lakes Regional Library

Room: Meeting Room A (LK)

Age Group: Birth to Preschool

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities

Event Details:

Have fun exploring numbers and basic math concepts with hands-on activities! No registration, but space and supplies are limited. For ages 2-5.

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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Family Storytime

10:30am–11:30am

Birth to Preschool

Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.

Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library

Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)

Age Group: Birth to Preschool

Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Storytime

Event Details:

For children ages birth-5 years with caregiver.

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs and activities! This fun and engaging program offers kids a chance to make friends and build skills through stories, music and movement.

Caregivers participate with their children while learning helpful early literacy strategies and tips to continue at home.

Space is limited. Please arrive early and visit the children's desk to check-in.

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.

Family Storytime

10:30am–11:30am

Birth to Preschool

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Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library

Room: Meeting Room (PI)

Age Group: Birth to Preschool

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities, Storytime

For children ages birth-5 years with caregiver.

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs and activities! This fun and engaging program offers kids a chance to make friends and build skills through stories, music and movement.

Caregivers participate with their children while learning helpful early literacy strategies and tips to continue at home.

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.

Family Storytime-Being Thankful

10:30am–11:30am

Birth to Preschool

Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.

Library Branch: Johann Fust Community Library

Room: Children's Library (BG)

Age Group: Birth to Preschool

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy & ESL, Storytime

Event Details:

For children ages birth-5 years with caregiver.

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs and activities! This fun and engaging program offers kids a chance to make friends and build skills through stories, music and movement.

Caregivers participate with their children while learning helpful early literacy strategies and tips to continue at home.

Join us in the secret garden for stories, rhymes, songs and a craft about being thankful.

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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Baby Rhyme Time

11:00am–12:00pm

Birth to Preschool

Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.

Library Branch: North Fort Myers Public Library

Room: Meeting Room AB (NF)

Age Group: Birth to Preschool

Program Type: Games & Activities, Literacy & ESL, Storytime

For children ages birth-18 months with caregiver.

Wiggle and giggle to bond with your baby through books, rhymes and songs in this lap-sit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language, motor and social skills.

Each program offers literacy tips and strategies to stimulate your baby’s brain development and enhance future reading success.

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.

Download Drop-In

11:00am–12:00pm

Adults

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Library Branch: Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library

Room: Conference Room (CC)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Technology & STEAM

Receive personalized help downloading eBooks, eAudioBooks, movies, music, and more from Libby/OverDrive and hoopla, two of Lee County Library System's popular online content providers.

Support also will be available to registered users of the National Library Service's Braille and Audio Reading Download service (BARD) which is provided through Home Borrower Services and Lee County Talking Books.

Note: Attendees should bring their favorite tablet, ereader or phone. Be sure it’s fully charged and also, have your passwords for downloading apps available. Kindle users also must have an Amazon account and password.

Patrons interested in BARD should contact Talking Books at 239-533-4780 prior to attending to ensure they have an active account or find out how to set one up.

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.

Download Drop-In

11:00am–12:00pm

Adults

Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.

Library Branch: East County Regional Library

Room: Study Room C (EC)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Technology & STEAM

Receive personalized help downloading eBooks, eAudioBooks, movies, music, and more from Libby/OverDrive and hoopla, two of Lee County Library System's popular online content providers.

Support also will be available to registered users of the National Library Service's Braille and Audio Reading Download service (BARD) which is provided through Home Borrower Services and Lee County Talking Books.

Note: Attendees should bring their favorite tablet, ereader or phone. Be sure it’s fully charged and also, have your passwords for downloading apps available. Kindle users also must have an Amazon account and password.

Patrons interested in BARD should contact Talking Books at 239-533-4780 prior to attending to ensure they have an active account or find out how to set one up.

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.

Preschool Storytime

11:30am–12:00pm

Birth to Preschool

Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.

Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library

Room: Storytime Room (NW)

Age Group: Birth to Preschool

Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Storytime

Event Details:

For children ages 3-5 years.

Your preschooler will build relationships, meet new friends and develop school readiness skills. This fun and interactive storytime fosters independent thinking and a lifelong love of learning through reading, talking, singing, writing and playing.

Children attend this program independently while parents and caregivers wait nearby.

Space is limited to 14 tickets. Arrive early and visit the children's desk to check-in. First-come, first-served.

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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Lee County Neighborhood Accountability Program

1:30pm–4:00pm

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library

Room: Conference Room 2nd Floor (BN)

Brief Description of Event

Juvenile Restorative Justice meeting

Book Discussion: The Emperor of Gladness by Ocean Vuong

2:00pm–3:00pm

Adults

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Library Branch: North Fort Myers Public Library

Room: Meeting Room AB (NF)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Discussion

Event Details:

Join us in discussing The Emperor of Gladness by Ocean Vuong, a bighearted novel about chosen family, unexpected friendship, and the stories we tell ourselves in order to survive.

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.

Book Discussion: The Mango Tree by Annabelle Tometich

2:00pm–3:00pm

Adults

Closed

Registration Required

Closed

Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.

Library Branch: Lakes Regional Library

Room: Meeting Room A (LK)

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Discussion

Registration Required

Event Details:

This humorous and heartfelt memoir navigates the tangled branches of Annabelle Tometich’s life, from growing up in Fort Myers, Florida as the child of a Filipino mother and a deceased white father, to her adult life as a med-school-reject-turned-f

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.

Tech Thursdays: One-on-One Help

2:00pm–4:00pm

Adults

Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.

Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Technology & STEAM

Event Details:

Need help with a phone, tablet or laptop? Are you looking to gain basic computer skills? Staff at the Pine Island Public Library can help!

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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NAB Conference

2:30pm–3:30pm

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library

Room: Meeting Room BC (NW)

Brief Description of Event

NAB conference

Teen Thursday: Crafternoon - Finger Painting

2:30pm–3:30pm

Teens

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Library Branch: East County Regional Library

Room: Meeting Room (EC)

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Event Details:

Let loose your inner child! Join us for a blast-from-the-past program where you get to enjoy a classic kindergarten activity in a calm, relaxed environment. Supplies will be provided along with some transcendental music.

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.

Caregivers for Teen Events

This program is intended for attendees ages 12 to 18 years to attend independently. Please speak with staff if caregiver assistance is needed.

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Paradise Woods Association of Homeowners Board Meeting

4:00pm–5:00pm

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library

Room: Meeting Room A (BN)

Brief Description of Event

Paradise Woods Association of Homeowners board meeting

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SR 31 Commercial Community Meeting

4:00pm–5:00pm

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Riverdale Public Library

Room: Meeting Room (RL)

Brief Description of Event

community meeting required by Lee County to present a rezoning case to community

Teen Dungeon Hangout

4:00pm–5:30pm

Teens

Closed

Registration Required

Closed

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Library Branch: Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library

Room: Conference Room (CC)

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities, Technology & STEAM

Registration Required

Event Details:

Where magic stirs and legends begin! Come forge your character and explore arcane stations worthy of any adventurer—no campaign needed, just plenty of imagination.

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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Hidden Pines Homeowners Association

4:30pm–5:15pm

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Lakes Regional Library

Room: Meeting Room A (LK)

Brief Description of Event

Homeowners meeting

Life-Sized Clue

4:30pm–5:30pm

Teens

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Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library

Room: Meeting Room A (NW)

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Games & Activities

Event Details:

You're invited to a life-sized version of the classic game Clue—but with way more drama.

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.

Caregivers for Teen Events

This program is intended for attendees ages 12 to 18 years to attend independently. Please speak with staff if caregiver assistance is needed.

Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT)

4:30pm–5:30pm

Teens

Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.

Library Branch: East County Regional Library

Room: Meeting Room (EC)

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Community & Lifestyle

Event Details:

SWAT (Students Working Against Tobacco) is a statewide organization with an active, involved membership of middle and high school students that gives youth a voice to stand up to the tobacco industry.

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.