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Elizabeth Acevedo

Online Author Event with Elizabeth Acevedo

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Online Program at Virtual Online Programming
Program Type:
Authors & Writing, Book Discussion, Live Virtual
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

You’re invited to learn about the power of poetry with Elizabeth Acevedo! In this exciting author conversation and Q&A, Acevedo will provide a short reading from her National B...

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

You’re invited to learn about the power of poetry with Elizabeth Acevedo!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photography During Programs

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

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Summer Teen Trivia

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (NF) at North Fort Myers Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Community & Lifestyle
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Teens are invited to join us at the library for this summer reading program, a special adventure-themed trivia!  Bring your friends and test your trivia skills.  There wi...

Library Branch: North Fort Myers Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (NF)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities, Community & Lifestyle
Event Details:

Teens are invited to join us at the library for this summer reading program, a special adventure-themed trivia!  Bring your friends and test your trivia skills.  There will be prizes and bragging rights awarded to the winners!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photography During Programs

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

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Online Teen Summer of Service Workshop Series

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Online Program at Virtual Online Programming
Program Type:
Community & Lifestyle, Live Virtual
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

For ages 12-17 years and graduating high school seniors. Earn service hours while helping your community with the online Teen Summer of Service program. This three-week series intr...

Open
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Online Programming
Room: Virtual Online Program
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community & Lifestyle, Live Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: 56
Event Details:

For ages 12-17 years and graduating high school seniors. Earn service hours while helping your community with the online Teen Summer of Service program.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photography During Programs

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

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Don't Try This at Home!

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (NF) at North Fort Myers Public Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Get ready for a messy, hair-raising, explosive, freezing and dangerous show! Watch us create colorful fireballs, ignite giant Whoosh Tubes, light bubbles on fire in our hands, erup...

Library Branch: North Fort Myers Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (NF)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Get ready for a messy, hair-raising, explosive, freezing and dangerous show!

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 Cafe

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Conference Room B (NF) at North Fort Myers Public 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: North Fort Myers Public Library
Room: Conference Room B (NF)
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.

Photography During Programs

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

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Little Explorers and Sensory Play

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room AB (NF) at North Fort Myers Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

For families with babies birth to 18 months. Play with your baby and meet new friends during this special sensory play date that promotes social skills, motor skills and helps deve...

Library Branch: North Fort Myers Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (NF)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Literacy & ESL
Event Details:

For families with babies birth to 18 months. Play with your baby and meet new friends during this special sensory play date that promotes social skills, motor skills and helps develop early literacy skills!

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.

Dan Santat

Online Author Event with Dan Santat

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Online Program at Virtual Online Programming
Program Type:
Authors & Writing, Book Discussion, Live Virtual
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join this year’s National Book Award for Young People's Literature winner, Dan Santat, as he inspires tweens and teens to tell their stories through graphic novels. His winning boo...

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

Join this year’s National Book Award for Young People's Literature winner, Dan Santat, as he inspires tweens and teens to tell their stories through graphic novels.

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.

Books & Banter

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room AB (NF) at North Fort Myers Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for an hour of books and conversation.  We will be hosting a book club where everyone is welcome to stop by to discuss their favorite books. Get recommendati...

Library Branch: North Fort Myers Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (NF)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Join us for an hour of books and conversation.  We will be hosting a book club where everyone is welcome to stop by to discuss their favorite books. Get recommendations from friends, neighbors, and librarians on everything from rece

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.

Sign that says "Se Habla Espanol"

Online Spanish Conversation Club

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Online Program at Virtual Online Programming
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Community & Lifestyle, Live Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Bienvenidos!  Are you ready to take your Spanish-speaking skills to the next level?  Improve your fluency by chatting with adults online. Join us as we practice speaking ...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Online Programming
Room: Virtual Online Program
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Community & Lifestyle, Live Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Bienvenidos!  Are you ready to take your Spanish-speaking skills to the next level?  Improve your fluency by chatting with adults online.

BARD Drop-In Session

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room B (NF) at North Fort Myers Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Registered users of BARD, the NLS Braille and Audio Reading Download service available to Talking Book users, can get personalized assistance and learn how to access books, magazin...

Library Branch: North Fort Myers Public Library
Room: Conference Room B (NF)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Technology & STEAM
Event Details:

Registered users of BARD, the NLS Braille and Audio Reading Download service available to Talking Book users, can get personalized assistance and learn how to access books, magazines, and music materials in audio and electronic braille.

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.

All Branches Closed - Labor Day

All Day
Bonita Springs Public Library, Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library, Captiva Memorial Library, Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library, East County Regional Library, Fort Myers Regional Library, Johann Fust Community Library, Lakes Regional Library, North Fort Myers Public Library, Northwest Regional Library, Pine Island Public Library, Riverdale Public Library, South County Regional Library, Virtual Online Programming, System Wide Events

All branches of the Lee County Library System will be closed in observance of Labor Day.

Closing
Branches:
Bonita Springs Public Library, Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library, Captiva Memorial Library, Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library, East County Regional Library, Fort Myers Regional Library, Johann Fust Community Library, Lakes Regional Library, North Fort Myers Public Library, Northwest Regional Library, Pine Island Public Library, Riverdale Public Library, South County Regional Library, Virtual Online Programming, System Wide Events
Description:

All branches of the Lee County Library System will be closed in observance of Labor Day.

Sign that says "Se Habla Espanol"

Online Spanish Conversation Club

Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Online Program at Virtual Online Programming
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Community & Lifestyle, Live Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Bienvenidos!  Are you ready to take your Spanish-speaking skills to the next level?  Improve your fluency by chatting with adults online. Join us as we practice speaking ...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Online Programming
Room: Virtual Online Program
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Community & Lifestyle, Live Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Bienvenidos!  Are you ready to take your Spanish-speaking skills to the next level?  Improve your fluency by chatting with adults online.

BARD Drop-In Session

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room B (NF) at North Fort Myers Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Registered users of BARD, the NLS Braille and Audio Reading Download service available to Talking Book users, can get personalized assistance and learn how to access books, magazin...

Library Branch: North Fort Myers Public Library
Room: Conference Room B (NF)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Technology & STEAM
Event Details:

Registered users of BARD, the NLS Braille and Audio Reading Download service available to Talking Book users, can get personalized assistance and learn how to access books, magazines, and music materials in audio and electronic braille.

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.

Sign that says "Se Habla Espanol"

Online Spanish Conversation Club

Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Online Program at Virtual Online Programming
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Community & Lifestyle, Live Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Bienvenidos!  Are you ready to take your Spanish-speaking skills to the next level?  Improve your fluency by chatting with adults online. Join us as we practice speaking ...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Online Programming
Room: Virtual Online Program
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Community & Lifestyle, Live Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Bienvenidos!  Are you ready to take your Spanish-speaking skills to the next level?  Improve your fluency by chatting with adults online.

All Branches Closed - Veterans Day

All Day
Bonita Springs Public Library, Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library, Captiva Memorial Library, Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library, East County Regional Library, Fort Myers Regional Library, Johann Fust Community Library, Lakes Regional Library, North Fort Myers Public Library, Northwest Regional Library, Pine Island Public Library, Riverdale Public Library, South County Regional Library, Virtual Online Programming, System Wide Events

All Lee County Library System branches will be closed in observance of Veterans Day.

Closing
Branches:
Bonita Springs Public Library, Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library, Captiva Memorial Library, Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library, East County Regional Library, Fort Myers Regional Library, Johann Fust Community Library, Lakes Regional Library, North Fort Myers Public Library, Northwest Regional Library, Pine Island Public Library, Riverdale Public Library, South County Regional Library, Virtual Online Programming, System Wide Events
Description:

All Lee County Library System branches will be closed in observance of Veterans Day.

Sign that says "Se Habla Espanol"

Online Spanish Conversation Club

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Online Program at Virtual Online Programming
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Community & Lifestyle, Live Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Bienvenidos!  Are you ready to take your Spanish-speaking skills to the next level?  Improve your fluency by chatting with adults online. Join us as we practice speaking ...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Online Programming
Room: Virtual Online Program
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Community & Lifestyle, Live Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Bienvenidos!  Are you ready to take your Spanish-speaking skills to the next level?  Improve your fluency by chatting with adults online.

All Branches Closed - Thanksgiving

11/27/2024 @ 6:00pm to 11/29/2024 @ 5:00pm
Bonita Springs Public Library, Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library, Captiva Memorial Library, Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library, East County Regional Library, Fort Myers Regional Library, Johann Fust Community Library, Lakes Regional Library, North Fort Myers Public Library, Northwest Regional Library, Pine Island Public Library, Riverdale Public Library, South County Regional Library, Virtual Online Programming, System Wide Events

All Lee County Library System branches will be closed in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday beginning 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 27 through Friday, Nov. 29.

Closing
Branches:
Bonita Springs Public Library, Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library, Captiva Memorial Library, Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library, East County Regional Library, Fort Myers Regional Library, Johann Fust Community Library, Lakes Regional Library, North Fort Myers Public Library, Northwest Regional Library, Pine Island Public Library, Riverdale Public Library, South County Regional Library, Virtual Online Programming, System Wide Events
Description:

All Lee County Library System branches will be closed in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday beginning 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 27 through Friday, Nov. 29.

Sign that says "Se Habla Espanol"

Online Spanish Conversation Club

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Online Program at Virtual Online Programming
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Community & Lifestyle, Live Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Bienvenidos!  Are you ready to take your Spanish-speaking skills to the next level?  Improve your fluency by chatting with adults online. Join us as we practice speaking ...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Online Programming
Room: Virtual Online Program
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Community & Lifestyle, Live Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Bienvenidos!  Are you ready to take your Spanish-speaking skills to the next level?  Improve your fluency by chatting with adults online.

All Branches Closed - Christmas Holiday

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Bonita Springs Public Library, Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library, Captiva Memorial Library, Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library, East County Regional Library, Fort Myers Regional Library, Johann Fust Community Library, Lakes Regional Library, North Fort Myers Public Library, Northwest Regional Library, Pine Island Public Library, Riverdale Public Library, South County Regional Library, Virtual Online Programming, System Wide Events

All branches of the Lee County Library System will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 24 and Wednesday, Dec. 25 in observance of the Christmas holiday.

Closing
Branches:
Bonita Springs Public Library, Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library, Captiva Memorial Library, Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library, East County Regional Library, Fort Myers Regional Library, Johann Fust Community Library, Lakes Regional Library, North Fort Myers Public Library, Northwest Regional Library, Pine Island Public Library, Riverdale Public Library, South County Regional Library, Virtual Online Programming, System Wide Events
Description:

All branches of the Lee County Library System will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 24 and Wednesday, Dec. 25 in observance of the Christmas holiday.

All Branches Closed - New Year's Holiday

All Day
Bonita Springs Public Library, Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library, Captiva Memorial Library, Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library, East County Regional Library, Fort Myers Regional Library, Johann Fust Community Library, Lakes Regional Library, North Fort Myers Public Library, Northwest Regional Library, Pine Island Public Library, Riverdale Public Library, South County Regional Library, Virtual Online Programming, System Wide Events

All branches of the Lee County Library System will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024 and Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025 for the New Year's holiday.

Closing
Branches:
Bonita Springs Public Library, Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library, Captiva Memorial Library, Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library, East County Regional Library, Fort Myers Regional Library, Johann Fust Community Library, Lakes Regional Library, North Fort Myers Public Library, Northwest Regional Library, Pine Island Public Library, Riverdale Public Library, South County Regional Library, Virtual Online Programming, System Wide Events
Description:

All branches of the Lee County Library System will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024 and Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025 for the New Year's holiday.