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Press & Shine: Spring Foil Art

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Ages 6-11.  Celebrate spring with shiny, colorful foil prints! Kids will press pre-cut flowers, rainbows, umbrellas, and more to create sparkling spring scenes.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 6-11.  Celebrate spring with shiny, colorful foil prints! Kids will press pre-cut flowers, rainbows, umbrellas, and more to create sparkling spring scenes.

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.

This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Kids Read Down Fines

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Services Area (EC) at East County Regional Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Read Away Fines
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Kids Read Down Fines:

 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 s...

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

 

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.

 

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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Earth Day STEAM

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Programming Room (SC) at South County Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Children

Celebrate Earth Day with us! Using science and art, create your own window greenhouse and original weaving utilizing recycled materials. Registration is required. Dress for mess. For ages 6-11.

 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: South County Regional Library
Room: Youth Programming Room (SC)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate Earth Day with us! Using science and art, create your own window greenhouse and original weaving utilizing recycled materials. Registration is required. Dress for mess. For ages 6-11.

 

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.

This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Kids Craft Corner

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (CC) at Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children

Ages 5-11.  Calling all makers! Join us for a fun, guided crafting series where imagination takes the lead.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (CC)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 5-11.  Calling all makers! Join us for a fun, guided crafting series where imagination takes the lead.

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.

This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Button Making 101

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library Building, Youth Programming Room (FM) at Fort Myers Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens

For ages 5-12. A beginners class for children to learn how to create and assemble their own personalized buttons. They will learn how to use the button making machine and will be able to take home their designs.

Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library
Room: Main Library Building, Youth Programming Room (FM)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

For ages 5-12. A beginners class for children to learn how to create and assemble their own personalized buttons. They will learn how to use the button making machine and will be able to take home their designs.

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.

This event is in the "Children" group

CROW Presents: Wildlife Rehabilitation

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room (EC) at East County Regional Library
Program Type:
Community & Lifestyle, Performances, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Children

What does "wildlife" mean? Are our pets wild? Why do wild animals need doctors and rehabilitation?

Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (EC)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community & Lifestyle, Performances, Technology & STEAM
Event Details:

What does "wildlife" mean? Are our pets wild? Why do wild animals need doctors and rehabilitation?

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.

This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Kids Read Down Fines

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Fort Myers Regional Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Read Away Fines
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Kids Read Down Fines:

 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 s...

Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Read Away Fines

 

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.

 

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.

This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group

LEGO Club

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room BC (NW) at Northwest Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children
Lego Club:

 Join us for fun, hands-on, brick-building activities. All materials are provided, just bring your creativity.  

This program is intended for children ages 3 - 11 years.

 

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

 

Join us for fun, hands-on, brick-building activities. All materials are provided, just bring your creativity. 

 

This program is intended for children ages 3 - 11 years.

 

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.

This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Kids Read Down Fines

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Services Area (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Read Away Fines
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Kids Read Down Fines:

 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 s...

Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Youth Services Area (BN)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Program Type: Read Away Fines

 

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.

 

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.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Let's Play

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Young Adult Area (EC) at East County Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Calling gaming enthusiasts of all ages! Join friends and friendly competitors alike for games of strategy, chance and fun.

Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Young Adult Area (EC)
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Calling gaming enthusiasts of all ages! Join friends and friendly competitors alike for games of strategy, chance and fun.

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.

This event is in the "Children" group

On the Table Lightsaber Craft

04/28/2026 @ 10:30am to 05/02/2026 @ 4:30pm
Stacks Room (BG) at Johann Fust Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Join us to make a fun lightsaber to celebrate May the Fourth.

 

Library Branch: Johann Fust Community Library
Room: Stacks Room (BG)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us to make a fun lightsaber to celebrate May the Fourth.

 

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.

This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Family Game Time

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room (DB) at Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Literacy & ESL
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Family Game Time:

 Bring the whole family and dive into great games at the library! Team up or compete in friendly challenges designed for fun and laughter. Everyone’s invited to join the excit...

Featuring life-sized games of classics like Sorry! and other hand-picked games for extra fun!

 

Library Branch: Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (DB)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities, Literacy & ESL
Event Details:

 

Bring the whole family and dive into great games at the library! Team up or compete in friendly challenges designed for fun and laughter. Everyone’s invited to join the excitement.

 

Featuring life-sized games of classics like Sorry! and other hand-picked games for extra fun!

 

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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Elementary Art: Marshmallow Painting

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Meeting Room (EC) at East County Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Calling all young artists! Explore stamp making to create vibrant, colorful prints using Peeps marshmallows and paint. This is a simple but fun art activity for all skill levels. Available while supplies last. First come, first served.

Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (EC)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Calling all young artists! Explore stamp making to create vibrant, colorful prints using Peeps marshmallows and paint. This is a simple but fun art activity for all skill levels. Available while supplies last. 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.

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.

This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Kids Read Down Fines

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Services Area (EC) at East County Regional Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Read Away Fines
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Kids Read Down Fines:

 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 s...

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

 

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.

 

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.

This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Online Author Event with Jason Reynolds

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Live Event at Virtual Online Programming
Program Type:
Authors & Writing, Book Discussion, Live Virtual
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens

Step into the world of the Track series with bestselling author Jason Reynolds as he talks about Coach, the exciting final book in the series.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Online Programming
Room: Live Event
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Program Type: Authors & Writing, Book Discussion, Live Virtual
Event Details:

Step into the world of the Track series with bestselling author Jason Reynolds as he talks about Coach, the exciting final book in the series.

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.

This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Family Game Time

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Services Area (LK) at Lakes Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children

It's game time at the library! Visit anytime between 10 a.m. to noon to enjoy fun and engaging games for the whole family. No registration required.

Library Branch: Lakes Regional Library
Room: Youth Services Area (LK)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

It's game time at the library! Visit anytime between 10 a.m. to noon to enjoy fun and engaging games for the whole family. No registration required.

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.

This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Kids Read Down Fines

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Fort Myers Regional Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Read Away Fines
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Kids Read Down Fines:

 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 s...

Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Read Away Fines

 

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.

 

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.

This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Kids Read Down Fines

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth Services Area (CC) at Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Program Type:
Read Away Fines
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Kids Read Down Fines:

 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 s...

Please check in at the Youth Services Reference Desk.

 

Library Branch: Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Room: Youth Services Area (CC)
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.

 

Please check in at the Youth Services Reference Desk.

 

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.

This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Kids Read Down Fines

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Services Area (LK) at Lakes Regional Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Read Away Fines
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Kids Read Down Fines:

 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 s...

Library Branch: Lakes Regional Library
Room: Youth Services Area (LK)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Read Away Fines

 

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.

 

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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Butterfly Craft DIY

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Children's Room (CV) at Captiva Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Make you own butterfly life cycle craft. While supplies last! 

Library Branch: Captiva Memorial Library
Room: Children's Room (CV)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Make you own butterfly life cycle craft. While supplies 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.

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.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Let's Play: Suspend

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Young Adult Area (EC) at East County Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Calling gaming enthusiasts of all ages! Join friends and friendly competitors alike for games of strategy, chance and fun.

Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Young Adult Area (EC)
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Calling gaming enthusiasts of all ages! Join friends and friendly competitors alike for games of strategy, chance and fun.

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.

This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group

May the 4th Be With You

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Services Area (NW) at Northwest Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children

Drop in at the library and celebrate May the 4th Be With You! Enjoy easy crafts, playful activities, and galactic fun for kids of all ages. 

No registration required but space and supplies are limited.

Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library
Room: Youth Services Area (NW)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities
Event Details:

Drop in at the library and celebrate May the 4th Be With You! Enjoy easy crafts, playful activities, and galactic fun for kids of all ages. 

No registration required but space and supplies are limited.

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.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

D & D 101

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room B (NW) at Northwest Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Children, Teens

New to Dungeons & Dragons? Curious but overwhelmed by all the rules, dice, and character options? This beginner-friendly session is for you!

Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room B (NW)
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

New to Dungeons & Dragons? Curious but overwhelmed by all the rules, dice, and character options? This beginner-friendly session is for you!

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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Kids Interactive Movie: How To Train Your Dragon

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:15pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Movies
Age Group:
Children

Ages 5-11.  This isn't just a movie, it's a dragon training adventure with the live-action How to Train Your Dragon (2025) film!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games & Activities, Movies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 5-11.  This isn't just a movie, it's a dragon training adventure with the live-action How to Train Your Dragon (2025) film!

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.