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Book Discussion: Happiness Falls by Angie Kim

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Estero Recreation Center at South County Regional Library *Temporary Site *
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

When Mia's father doesn't come home from a walk in the local nature reserve, she doesn't think much of it. He must've turned off his phone. Or his battery died. Or he probably stop...

Required
Library Branch: South County Regional Library *Temporary Site *
Room: Estero Recreation Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

When Mia's father doesn't come home from a walk in the local nature reserve, she doesn't think much of it. He must've turned off his phone. Or his battery died. Or he probably stopped for an errand-but doing what exactly?

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.

AARP Tax-Aide

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

AARP Tax-Aide Volunteers prepare taxes by appointment.  Patrons must visit the Bonita Springs Public Library in person to make an appointment.

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

AARP Tax-Aide Volunteers prepare taxes by appointment.  Patrons must visit the Bonita Springs Public Library in person to make an appointment.

AARP Tax-Aide

Friday, April 11, 2025 at 9:00am - 4:30pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

AARP Tax-Aide Volunteers prepare taxes by appointment.  Patrons must visit the Bonita Springs Public Library in person to make an appointment.

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

AARP Tax-Aide Volunteers prepare taxes by appointment.  Patrons must visit the Bonita Springs Public Library in person to make an appointment.

VITA Tax Assistance

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 9:00am - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A (NF) at North Fort Myers Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

VITA to offer tax assistance for Lee County patrons by appointments only. Please call 211 or 239-433-3900. Book online at https://unitedwaylee.org/freetaxprep/

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

VITA to offer tax assistance for Lee County patrons by appointments only. Please call 211 or 239-433-3900.

Book online at https://unitedwaylee.org/freetaxprep/

AARP Tax-Aide

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

AARP Tax-Aide Volunteers prepare taxes by appointment.  Patrons must visit the Bonita Springs Public Library in person to make an appointment.

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

AARP Tax-Aide Volunteers prepare taxes by appointment.  Patrons must visit the Bonita Springs Public Library in person to make an appointment.

VITA Tax Assistance

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 12:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room A (NF) at North Fort Myers Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

VITA to offer tax assistance for Lee County patrons by appointments only. Please call 211 or 239-433-3900. Book online at https://unitedwaylee.org/freetaxprep/

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

VITA to offer tax assistance for Lee County patrons by appointments only. Please call 211 or 239-433-3900.

Book online at https://unitedwaylee.org/freetaxprep/

Friends of Pine Island Library

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (PI) at Pine Island Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Monthly membership meeting

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (PI)
Brief Description of Event

Monthly membership meeting

Chess

Chess!

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Checkmate! Sharpen your mind by playing a competitive game of Chess. We supply the board, and all we ask you to bring is witty skills! This program is for adults and teens.

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

Checkmate! Sharpen your mind by playing a competitive game of Chess. We supply the board, and all we ask you to bring is witty skills! This program is for adults and teens.

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.

Chess

Chess!

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Checkmate! Sharpen your mind by playing a competitive game of Chess. We supply the board, and all we ask you to bring is witty skills! This program is for adults and teens.

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

Checkmate! Sharpen your mind by playing a competitive game of Chess. We supply the board, and all we ask you to bring is witty skills! This program is for adults and teens.

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.

Chalkboard with words "Spanish for Beginners"

Online Beginner Spanish

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Live Event at Virtual Online Programming
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Community & Lifestyle, Live Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

¡Bienvenidos! Welcome! Are you ready to learn Spanish? This online course is designed for those new to the Spanish language.  Learn fundamental vocabulary, essential phrases, ...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Online Programming
Room: Live Event
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Community & Lifestyle, Live Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

¡Bienvenidos! Welcome! Are you ready to learn Spanish? This online course is designed for those new to the Spanish language.  Learn fundamental vocabulary, essential phrases, and basic grammar in a fun, informal, and interactive environment.

Friends of PI Library Board Meeting

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (PI) at Pine Island Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Monthly board meeting

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (PI)
Brief Description of Event

Monthly board meeting

Friends of the Bonita Springs Library Meeting

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Conference Room 2nd Floor (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Monthly 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

Monthly board meeting...

ACMA Songwriters on the Plaza

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cornog Plaza, Amphitheater (FM) at Fort Myers Regional Library
Program Type:
Performances, Community & Lifestyle
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us at the amphitheater for an outdoor concert performed by artists of the Americana Music Association (ACMA). Attendees are invited to bring their own chairs and blankets to f...

Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library
Room: Cornog Plaza, Amphitheater (FM)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performances, Community & Lifestyle
Event Details:

Join us at the amphitheater for an outdoor concert performed by artists of the Americana Music Association (ACMA). Attendees are invited to bring their own chairs and blankets to fully enjoy the experience.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photography During Programs

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

Book Discussion: Favorite Reads

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Estero Recreation Center at South County Regional Library *Temporary Site *
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Calling all readers!  Do you love to talk books? Join our book discussion group to share your favorites and discover the latest reading recommendations from others.

Required
Library Branch: South County Regional Library *Temporary Site *
Room: Estero Recreation Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Calling all readers!  Do you love to talk books? Join our book discussion group to share your favorites and discover the latest reading recommendations from others.

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.

Chess

Chess!

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Checkmate! Sharpen your mind by playing a competitive game of Chess. We supply the board, and all we ask you to bring is witty skills! This program is for adults and teens.

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

Checkmate! Sharpen your mind by playing a competitive game of Chess. We supply the board, and all we ask you to bring is witty skills! This program is for adults and teens.

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 - Memorial 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 *Temporary Site *, Virtual Online Programming, System Wide Events

All Lee County Library System branches will be closed in observance of Memorial 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 *Temporary Site *, Virtual Online Programming, System Wide Events
Description:

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

Chess

Chess!

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Checkmate! Sharpen your mind by playing a competitive game of Chess. We supply the board, and all we ask you to bring is witty skills! This program is for adults and teens.

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

Checkmate! Sharpen your mind by playing a competitive game of Chess. We supply the board, and all we ask you to bring is witty skills! This program is for adults and teens.

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.

Chalkboard with words "Spanish for Beginners"

Online Beginner Spanish

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Live Event at Virtual Online Programming
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Community & Lifestyle, Live Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

¡Bienvenidos! Welcome! Are you ready to learn Spanish? This online course is designed for those new to the Spanish language.  Learn fundamental vocabulary, essential phrases, ...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Online Programming
Room: Live Event
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Community & Lifestyle, Live Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

¡Bienvenidos! Welcome! Are you ready to learn Spanish? This online course is designed for those new to the Spanish language.  Learn fundamental vocabulary, essential phrases, and basic grammar in a fun, informal, and interactive environment.

Chess

Chess!

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Checkmate! Sharpen your mind by playing a competitive game of Chess. We supply the board, and all we ask you to bring is witty skills! This program is for adults and teens.

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

Checkmate! Sharpen your mind by playing a competitive game of Chess. We supply the board, and all we ask you to bring is witty skills! This program is for adults and teens.

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.

Chess

Chess!

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Checkmate! Sharpen your mind by playing a competitive game of Chess. We supply the board, and all we ask you to bring is witty skills! This program is for adults and teens.

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

Checkmate! Sharpen your mind by playing a competitive game of Chess. We supply the board, and all we ask you to bring is witty skills! This program is for adults and teens.

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.

Chalkboard with words "Spanish for Beginners"

Online Beginner Spanish

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Live Event at Virtual Online Programming
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Community & Lifestyle, Live Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

¡Bienvenidos! Welcome! Are you ready to learn Spanish? This online course is designed for those new to the Spanish language.  Learn fundamental vocabulary, essential phrases, ...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Online Programming
Room: Live Event
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Community & Lifestyle, Live Virtual
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

¡Bienvenidos! Welcome! Are you ready to learn Spanish? This online course is designed for those new to the Spanish language.  Learn fundamental vocabulary, essential phrases, and basic grammar in a fun, informal, and interactive environment.

All Branches Closed - Independence 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 *Temporary Site *, Virtual Online Programming, System Wide Events

All Lee County Library System branches will be closed in observance of Independence 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 *Temporary Site *, Virtual Online Programming, System Wide Events
Description:

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

Chess

Chess!

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Checkmate! Sharpen your mind by playing a competitive game of Chess. We supply the board, and all we ask you to bring is witty skills! This program is for adults and teens.

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

Checkmate! Sharpen your mind by playing a competitive game of Chess. We supply the board, and all we ask you to bring is witty skills! This program is for adults and teens.

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.

Chess

Chess!

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Checkmate! Sharpen your mind by playing a competitive game of Chess. We supply the board, and all we ask you to bring is witty skills! This program is for adults and teens.

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

Checkmate! Sharpen your mind by playing a competitive game of Chess. We supply the board, and all we ask you to bring is witty skills! This program is for adults and teens.

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.