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Ethel Book Club

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Conference Room B (LK) at Lakes Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

Book club meeting

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

Book club meeting

This event is in the "Adults" group

Online Author Event with David Brooks

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Live Event at Virtual Online Programming
Program Type:
Authors & Writing, Book Discussion, Live Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

Take part in an online conversation with acclaimed cultural writer and bestselling author David Brooks as he discusses How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply.

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

Take part in an online conversation with acclaimed cultural writer and bestselling author David Brooks as he discusses How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply.

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

Susan B. Anthony: Failure is Impossible

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (LK) at Lakes Regional Library
Program Type:
Genealogy & History, Performances
Age Group:
Adults

Sheryl Faye gives a powerful performance as Susan B. Anthony, the fearless leader of the women’s suffrage movement.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lakes Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room A (LK)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History, Performances
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sheryl Faye gives a powerful performance as Susan B. Anthony, the fearless leader of the women’s suffrage movement.

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: A Walk in the Park by Kevin Fedarko

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A (BN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Emily Dickinson’s Poetry: Session 1

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Conference Room (CC) at Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Program Type:
Authors & Writing, Book Discussion, Literacy & ESL
Age Group:
Adults

Discover the brilliance of Emily Dickinson’s poetry in this engaging four-week series! This series will meet on Tuesdays, January 13, 20, 27 and February 3, from 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Room: Conference Room (CC)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Authors & Writing, Book Discussion, Literacy & ESL
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover the brilliance of Emily Dickinson’s poetry in this engaging four-week series! This series will meet on Tuesdays, January 13, 20, 27 and February 3, from 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm.

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

Game On!

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Area (NF) at North Fort Myers Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens
Let's Play:

 Enjoy games and good company at the library! Whether you’re strategizing or just playing for fun, come connect and enjoy some friendly competition. 

Join in the fun and challenge your friends to a variety of board games and video games. Light snacks provided.

For ages 12 to 18.

 

Library Branch: North Fort Myers Public Library
Room: Teen Area (NF)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

 

Enjoy games and good company at the library! 

Whether you’re strategizing or just playing for fun, come connect and enjoy some friendly competition.

 

Join in the fun and challenge your friends to a variety of board games and video games. Light snacks provided.

For ages 12 to 18.

 

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

Lego Club

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (PI) at Pine Island Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Lego Club:

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

For children ages 6 to 11.

Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (PI)
Age Group: 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. 

 

For children ages 6 to 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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Mug Designs

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library Building, Youth Programming Room (FM) at Fort Myers Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Spend your afternoon designing your own mug.  We will be using the Cricut Joy and our imagination.  Registration is required. All supplies provided, while they last.

 

 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library
Room: Main Library Building, Youth Programming Room (FM)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Spend your afternoon designing your own mug.  We will be using the Cricut Joy and our imagination.  Registration is required. All supplies provided, while they 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

Book Buzz

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room (EC) at East County Regional Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Literacy & ESL
Age Group:
Children, Teens

It's reader's choice! Share your favorite book, listen to what others are reading, or just hang out and read quietly. Learn about our monthly Teens Read & Win contest and how you can participate to win.

Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (EC)
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Book Discussion, Literacy & ESL
Event Details:

It's reader's choice! Share your favorite book, listen to what others are reading, or just hang out and read quietly. Learn about our monthly Teens Read & Win contest and how you can participate to win.

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, January 13, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room BC (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 BC (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
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Chess at the Library

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Exhibit Area (NW) at Northwest Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Enjoy chess at the library in a casual environment. Chess boards will be provided, but you can also bring your own.

People of all ages and skill levels are invited!

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

Enjoy chess at the library in a casual environment. Chess boards will be provided, but you can also bring your own.

People of all ages and skill levels are invited!

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

Film Noir Night: Casablanca

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
South Building, Meeting Room ABCD at Fort Myers Regional Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Adults

Enjoy a screening of the classic film Casablanca, followed by a brief group discussion to reflect on its themes, characters, and lasting impact. Refreshments will be provided.

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

Enjoy a screening of the classic film Casablanca, followed by a brief group discussion to reflect on its themes, characters, and lasting impact. Refreshments will be provided.

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.

Mangrove Bay Condo Annual Meeting

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (NF) at North Fort Myers Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Condo association annual membership meeting

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

Condo association annual membership meeting

Fort Myers Theosophical Study Group

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 5:45pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A (LK) at Lakes Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

We will show a video on a theosophical subject.

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

We will show a video on a theosophical subject.

Colony Trace HOA

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room B (LK) at Lakes Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

Annual meeting

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

Annual meeting

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

LEGO Club

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children

Drop in for this special event and get creative with LEGO building challenges or free build! All materials are provided; just bring your creativity. This program is intended for children ages 3-11 years.

 

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

Drop in for this special event and get creative with LEGO building challenges or free build! 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 "Children" group

STEAM Meet-Up

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (NW) at Northwest Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Children

Get creative with tech! Kids will use Sphero robots to paint and explore art through movement and coding. No experience needed-just imagination!

 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room A (NW)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get creative with tech! Kids will use Sphero robots to paint and explore art through movement and coding. No experience needed-just imagination!

 

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

English Café

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room (CC) at Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL
Age Group:
Adults
English Café:

These interactive, 90-minute sessions provide adult learners an opportunity to practice speaking English with native speakers.  Topics include everyday situations, current eve...

Library Branch: Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Room: Conference Room (CC)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy & ESL

These interactive, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Spanish Conversation Club

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (RL) at Riverdale Public Library
Program Type:
Community & Lifestyle, Literacy & ESL
Age Group:
Adults

¡Bienvenidos!  Are you ready to take your Spanish-speaking skills to the next level?  Come test your skill level and improve your fluency by chatting with other adults.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverdale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (RL)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Lifestyle, Literacy & ESL
Registration Required
Event Details:

¡Bienvenidos!  Are you ready to take your Spanish-speaking skills to the next level?  Come test your skill level and improve your fluency by chatting with other adults.

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

Preschool Snowy Adventures

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
South Building, Meeting Room ABCD at Fort Myers Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literacy & ESL, Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool

For children ages 3-5 years. 

Let's explore all the wonders of snow in this fun and engaging winter-themed event. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library
Room: South Building, Meeting Room ABCD
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy & ESL, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

For children ages 3-5 years. 

Let's explore all the wonders of snow in this fun and engaging winter-themed event. 

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.

NAB Conference

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Conference Room (CC) at Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

NAB Conference

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

NAB Conference

Hafenkapelle Board Meeting

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room B (LK) at Lakes Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

Board meeting

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

Board meeting

This event is in the "Children" group

Make a Florida Snowflake Craft

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Children's Room (CV) at Captiva Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Celebrate Florida’s unique winter by creating a Florida snowflake! Kids will decorate paper snowflakes with seashells, sand, and coastal colors to capture the magic of a Florida winter. This is a passive craft.

While supplies last.

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

Celebrate Florida’s unique winter by creating a Florida snowflake! Kids will decorate paper snowflakes with seashells, sand, and coastal colors to capture the magic of a Florida winter. This is a passive 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

Holocaust Pop-Up Museum

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 6:00pm
Reading Area (PI) at Pine Island Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy & History
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Step into a moving journey through one of history’s most pivotal moments with the Holocaust Museum and Cohen Education Center’s impactful traveling exhibit.

Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Room: Reading Area (PI)
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History
Event Details:

Step into a moving journey through one of history’s most pivotal moments with the Holocaust Museum and Cohen Education Center’s impactful traveling exhibit.

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.