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AARP Tax Aide

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 9:30am - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (LK) at Lakes Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

AARP Tax Aide

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Lakes Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room A (LK)
Brief Description of Event

AARP Tax Aide

Knit and Stitch

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room BC (NW) at Northwest Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Knit and Stitch:

A casual, self-guided group of knitters and crocheters who join together to share projects, ideas and techniques. Participants are encouraged to bring their own projects and too...

Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room BC (NW)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

A casual, self-guided group of knitters and crocheters who join together to share projects, ideas and techniques.

Participants are encouraged to bring their own projects and tools.

Basic materials and supplies are available for newcomers.

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.

Women’s Book Club

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room 2nd Floor (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Women meet and discuss a book.

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Conference Room 2nd Floor (BN)
Brief Description of Event

Women meet and discuss a book.

VR Headset

Dive into Virtual Reality!

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (PI) at Pine Island Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us at the library to use a Virtual Reality headset and experience games like you never have before! Each headset has a variety of preloaded programs such as 3D painting, ...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (PI)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities, Technology & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Join us at the library to use a Virtual Reality headset and experience games like you never have before! 

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.

Cover image the Women by Kristin Hannah

Book Discussion: The Women by Kristen Hannah

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (CC) at Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Women is the story of one woman gone to war, but it shines a light on the story of all women who put themselves in harm's way to help others. Women whose sacrifice and commitme...

Library Branch: Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (CC)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

The Women is the story of one woman gone to war, but it shines a light on the story of all women who put themselves in harm's way to help others. Women whose sacrifice and commitment to their country has all too often been forgotten.

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.

Knit and Stitch

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (RL) at Riverdale Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Knit and Stitch:

A casual, self-guided group of knitters and crocheters who join together to share projects, ideas and techniques. Participants are encouraged to bring their own projects and too...

Library Branch: Riverdale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (RL)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

A casual, self-guided group of knitters and crocheters who join together to share projects, ideas and techniques.

Participants are encouraged to bring their own projects and tools.

Basic materials and supplies are available for newcomers.

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.

Board gaming

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room C (NW) at Northwest Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

Board gaming 

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room C (NW)
Brief Description of Event

Board gaming 

Lee County Human Services Neighborhood Accountability Board Program

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (EC) at East County Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

Juvenile restorative justice conference

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (EC)
Brief Description of Event

Juvenile restorative justice conference

Isaiah Zukowski

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 1:30pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room 2nd Floor (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Organization meeting, open to public

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Conference Room 2nd Floor (BN)
Brief Description of Event

Organization meeting, open to public

Download Drop-In

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults
Download Drop-In:

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

Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A (BN)
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 largest 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 preferred, charged device (tablet, phone, e-reader, etc) along with any passwords needed to download apps. 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.

Library Teen Talk

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Young Adult Area (EC) at East County Regional Library
Program Type:
Community & Lifestyle
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

High school teens are invited to the library for a weekly discussion about current events, everyday life, library resources, and more. Teens will be encouraged to post an answer to...

Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Young Adult Area (EC)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community & Lifestyle
Event Details:

High school teens are invited to the library for a weekly discussion about current events, everyday life, library resources, and more. Teens will be encouraged to post an answer to a weekly question while socializing and making new friends.

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.

Remarkably Bright Creatures

Book Club

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
South Building, Meeting Room ABCD at Fort Myers Regional Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a group book discussion of Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt.

Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library
Room: South Building, Meeting Room ABCD
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Join us for a group book discussion of Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt.

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.

Neighborhood Accountability Board

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Conference Room B (NF) at North Fort Myers Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Restorative Justice conference

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: North Fort Myers Public Library
Room: Conference Room B (NF)
Brief Description of Event

Restorative Justice conference

Virtual Reality! Teen Edition

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (PI) at Pine Island Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Come and explore the Quest 2 Virtual Reality System. You will have access to 360-degree views and stunning VR worlds. A variety of apps, games and experiences will be available. Th...

Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (PI)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities, Technology & STEAM
Event Details:

Come and explore the Quest 2 Virtual Reality System. You will have access to 360-degree views and stunning VR worlds. A variety of apps, games and experiences will be available. There is something for everyone to explore.

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.

Kids Read Down Fines

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Services Area (EC) at East County Regional Library
Program Type:
Read Away Fines
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Kids Read Down Fines:

Children and Teens can earn a credit for every 15 minutes they read in the designated area for a total of $8 in one session. Credit may be applied to cards issued to patrons age...

Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Youth Services Area (EC)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Program Type: Read Away Fines

Children and Teens can earn a credit for every 15 minutes they read in the designated area for a total of $8 in one session.

Credit may be applied to cards issued to patrons age 18 and under only and applies only to charges on overdue materials.

Please bring your library card.

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.

Read to the Dogs

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Youth Services Area (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Read Away Fines, Community & Lifestyle
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Event Details:

Join us at the library for reading to dogs!  These registered therapy animals volunteer with their owner/handlers as a team to help improve the literacy skills of children. Pa...

Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Youth Services Area (BN)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Read Away Fines, Community & Lifestyle
Event Details:

Join us at the library for reading to dogs!  These registered therapy animals volunteer with their owner/handlers as a team to help improve the literacy skills of children.

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 Kids Programs

This program is intended for children ages 6 to 11 to attend independently while caregivers wait nearby. Seating for caregivers and siblings will be available if space allows. Please speak with staff before registering if caregiver assistance is needed.

Kids Read Down Fines

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Services Area (NW) at Northwest Regional Library
Program Type:
Read Away Fines
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Kids Read Down Fines:

Children and Teens can earn a credit for every 15 minutes they read in the designated area for a total of $8 in one session. Credit may be applied to cards issued to patrons age...

Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library
Room: Youth Services Area (NW)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Program Type: Read Away Fines

Children and Teens can earn a credit for every 15 minutes they read in the designated area for a total of $8 in one session.

Credit may be applied to cards issued to patrons age 18 and under only and applies only to charges on overdue materials.

Please bring your library card.

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.

English Café

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (EC) at East County Regional Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL
Age Group:
Adults
English Café:

​The 90 minute sessions provide adult learners an opportunity to practice speaking English with native speakers.  Topics include everyday situations, current events and cultur...

Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (EC)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy & ESL

​The 90 minute sessions provide adult learners an opportunity to practice speaking English with native speakers.  Topics include everyday situations, current events and cultural areas.

English Café  is offered several times each week at locations throughout Lee County.

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.

Coral Del Rio I Budget Meeting

Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 9:45am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room (CC) at Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

HOA budget meeting

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (CC)
Brief Description of Event

HOA budget meeting

Online Translating, Transcribing, and Summarizing Documents Using AI

Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Live Event at Virtual Online Programming
Program Type:
Genealogy & History, Technology & STEAM, Live Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to harness the power of artificial intelligence to assist in translating, transcribing, and summarizing a variety of genealogy records.  We'll cover the best AI plat...

Open
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Online Programming
Room: Live Event
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History, Technology & STEAM, Live Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Learn how to harness the power of artificial intelligence to assist in translating, transcribing, and summarizing a variety of genealogy records.

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-Spring

Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Library (BG) at Johann Fust Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literacy & ESL, Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Family Storytime:

Birth to 5 years and caregivers This fun and engaging storytime promotes and reinforces early literacy skills and language development through stories, music, movement and activ...

Event Details:

Join us for this engaging storytime featuring spring.  We will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and a craft in this fun family storytime.

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:

Birth to 5 years and caregivers

This fun and engaging storytime promotes and reinforces early literacy skills and language development through stories, music, movement and activities.

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

 

Join us for this engaging storytime featuring spring.  We will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and a craft in this fun family storytime.

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.

Life Size Games: Candy Land

Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A (NW) at Northwest Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children
Event Details:

Go on a whimsical journey to Candy Castle by playing our life sized version of Candy Land. Experience one of your favorite board games in a new magical way!

Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room A (NW)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Go on a whimsical journey to Candy Castle by playing our life sized version of Candy Land. Experience one of your favorite board games in a new magical way!

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 Puppet Playdate

Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room (PI) at Pine Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literacy & ESL, Storytime, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Do you have a favorite character or creature? The library's collection of puppets is coming out to play. Bring them to life in the puppet theatre or read a character book to your p...

Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (PI)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy & ESL, Storytime, Games & Activities
Event Details:

Do you have a favorite character or creature? The library's collection of puppets is coming out to play. Bring them to life in the puppet theatre or read a character book to your puppet friend.

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.

Dust cover image of More or Less Maddy by Lisa Genova

Book Discussion-More or Less Maddy by Lisa Genova

Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (RL) at Riverdale Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This month, we'll discuss Lisa Genova's More or Less Maddy.Maddy Banks is just like any other stressed-out sophomore at NYU. Between schoolwork, navigating life in the city, and a ...

Library Branch: Riverdale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (RL)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

This month, we'll discuss Lisa Genova's More or Less Maddy.

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.