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Kids Read Down Fines

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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 on their account, can reduce their fine by $2 for every 15 minutes they read during this program.  Earn up to a maximum of $8 in on...

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 on their account, can reduce their fine by $2 for every 15 minutes they read during this program.  Earn up to a maximum of $8 in one session. 

Credit will be applied to cards issued to patrons age 18 and under and can be used only 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 "Adults" group

Online Author Event with Paula J. Johnson

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Live Event at Virtual Online Programming
Program Type:
Authors & Writing, Book Discussion, Live Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

*THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO AUGUST 2026

Cancelled
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Online Programming
Room: Live Event
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Authors & Writing, Book Discussion, Live Virtual
Event Details:

*THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO AUGUST 2026

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 "Adults" group

Travel Book Discussion: In the Shadow of the Mountain by Silvia Vasquez-Lavado

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults

Join us to discuss In the Shadow of the Mountain: a Memoir of Courage by Silvia Vasquez-Lavado.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A (BN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to discuss In the Shadow of the Mountain: a Memoir of Courage by Silvia Vasquez-Lavado.

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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Kindness Club

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Lifestyle
Age Group:
Children
Kindness Club:

 Join us at the library to create kindness in our community! Kids participate in fun activities designed to encourage kindness and help make the world a better place! 

Please dress for a mess. Registration is required.

Your reservation is guaranteed only until the start of the program. 

For children ages 5 - 11.

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

 

Join us at the library to create kindness in our community! Kids participate in fun activities designed to encourage kindness and help make the world a better place!

 

Please dress for a mess. Registration is required.

Your reservation is guaranteed only until the start of the program. 

For children ages 5 - 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.

Women's Book Club

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

We meet weekly to discuss a chosen book.

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

We meet weekly to discuss a chosen book.

This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group

Holly Jolly Santa Visit

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities, Performances, Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool

Children and families are invited to join us for a heartwarming holiday experience at the library! Stop by for a holiday story with Santa and enjoy festive crafts, enchanting games, and snap a photo with Santa himself! 

Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities, Performances, Storytime
Event Details:

Children and families are invited to join us for a heartwarming holiday experience at the library! Stop by for a holiday story with Santa and enjoy festive crafts, enchanting games, and snap a photo with Santa himself! 

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.

Lee County MGV HOA Committee Meeting

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Conference Room 2nd Floor (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

sub committee meeting

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

sub committee meeting

This event is in the "Adults" group

Holiday Wrappy Wrap!

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Looking for a little privacy to wrap your gifts before the holidays? Join us for a festive gift-wrapping session! Enjoy light refreshments, holiday music, and the opportunity to meet new friends while you wrap.

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

Looking for a little privacy to wrap your gifts before the holidays? Join us for a festive gift-wrapping session! Enjoy light refreshments, holiday music, and the opportunity to meet new friends while you wrap.

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.

Our Favorite Florida Native Plants and Why -- A Panel Discussion by Florida Native Plant Society

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

A panel discussion on Florida native plants. This will help homeowners and communities learn more about appropriate native plants they can add to their yard or neighborhood. https:...

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Brief Description of Event

A panel discussion on Florida native plants. This will help homeowners and communities learn more about appropriate native plants they can add to their yard or neighborhood.

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

Fandom Fest

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Cornog Plaza at Fort Myers Regional Library at System Wide Events
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Lifestyle, Games & Activities, Performances, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults

Join us for Fandom Fest, a FREE celebration of comics and pop culture for all ages! 

The exciting event will feature a day full of fun, including:

COMICS, CRAFTS & COSPLAY

Library Branch: System Wide Events
Room: Cornog Plaza at Fort Myers Regional Library
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Lifestyle, Games & Activities, Performances, Technology & STEAM
Event Details:

Join us for Fandom Fest, a FREE celebration of comics and pop culture for all ages! 

The exciting event will feature a day full of fun, including:

COMICS, CRAFTS & COSPLAY

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 "Adults" group

Sounds of the Season

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Adults

Come celebrate the season with a festive holiday music program presented by Cut the Chord Entertainment.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performances
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come celebrate the season with a festive holiday music program presented by Cut the Chord Entertainment.

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.

Southlands HOA Board Meeting

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Conference Room 2nd Floor (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Board meeting

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

Board meeting

Parent-Led Story Time + Playdate

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

A community-led story time and playdate for children birth to 2.5 years old and their caregivers! We’ll share a short 15–20 minute story time, then stay to play and socialize. Plea...

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Brief Description of Event

A community-led story time and playdate for children birth to 2.5 years old and their caregivers! We’ll share a short 15–20 minute story time, then stay to play and socialize. Please bring 2–3 toys to share during playtime. All are welcome.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Steel Drum Christmas

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Adults

Jim Saint-Amour presents "Steel Drum Christmas," infusing classic holiday tunes with the lively sounds of the steel drum. This unique performance offers a festive and Caribbean-inspired twist on traditional Christmas music.

 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performances
Registration Required
Event Details:

Jim Saint-Amour presents "Steel Drum Christmas," infusing classic holiday tunes with the lively sounds of the steel drum. This unique performance offers a festive and Caribbean-inspired twist on traditional Christmas 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.

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

Read to the Dogs

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Services Area (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Community & Lifestyle
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens

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.

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

This event is in the "Adults" group

Medieval-Renaissance Art & Music

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy & History
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a wonderful sampling of extraordinary culture, from the Middle Ages through the 16th Century. Presented by Steve Valdespino.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Bonita Springs Library.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a wonderful sampling of extraordinary culture, from the Middle Ages through the 16th Century. Presented by Steve Valdespino.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Bonita Springs Library.

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 "Teens" group

Teen Crafting & Cocoa

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Design a one-of-a-kind snowflake wall piece to give your space winter vibes! Make it your own with paint, glitter, and sparkle, then relax with friends over hot cocoa and cookies. 

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

Design a one-of-a-kind snowflake wall piece to give your space winter vibes! Make it your own with paint, glitter, and sparkle, then relax with friends over hot cocoa and cookies. 

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 "Adults" group

The Train, the Trail, and the Origins of Florida Tourism

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy & History
Age Group:
Adults

Thomas Lockyear, a former curator of the railroad museum on Pigeon Key, will discuss the roles of Henry Flagler's railway and Barron Collier's Tamiami Trail in opening Florida to tourism and establishing it as the state's primary industry.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History
Registration Required
Event Details:

Thomas Lockyear, a former curator of the railroad museum on Pigeon Key, will discuss the roles of Henry Flagler's railway and Barron Collier's Tamiami Trail in opening Florida to tourism and establishing it as the state's primary 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.

This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group

Winter Baby Playdate

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool

For ages birth to 24 months. Meet new friends and explore winter-themed sensory activities that promote the development of early literacy skills through free play, games and toys. 

Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

For ages birth to 24 months. Meet new friends and explore winter-themed sensory activities that promote the development of early literacy skills through free play, games and toys. 

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.

MGV PowerPoint Preparation

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

The group is meeting to review PowerPoints from University of Florida and work on developing one that is appropriate for SW Florida.

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A (BN)
Brief Description of Event

The group is meeting to review PowerPoints from University of Florida and work on developing one that is appropriate for SW Florida.

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

Arthur Christmas

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

This animated family comedy follows Santa's mischievous son Arthur as he races against time to ensure that the children of the world receive their presents by Christmas morning.

Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

This animated family comedy follows Santa's mischievous son Arthur as he races against time to ensure that the children of the world receive their presents by Christmas morning.

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.

Sew Bee It

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 9:15am - 4:30pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Sewing on charity projects

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Brief Description of Event

Sewing on charity projects

Chloe Bailey

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Mommy and me read

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A (BN)
Brief Description of Event

Mommy and me read

This event is in the "Adults" group

Board Game Day for Adults

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults

Enjoy playing fun board games with other adults. Games include Scrabble, Rummikub, Yahtzee, Backgammon, Chinese Checkers, and more.

Cancelled
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Enjoy playing fun board games with other adults. Games include Scrabble, Rummikub, Yahtzee, Backgammon, Chinese Checkers, and more.

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.