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Teen Thursday: High School Scary Movie

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (EC) at East County Regional Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

High school teens are invited to sit back and enjoy a scary movie. Bring your friends and some snacks, including drinks with covers. The library will provide the movie and the spac...

Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (EC)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

High school teens are invited to sit back and enjoy a scary movie. Bring your friends and some snacks, including drinks with covers. The library will provide the movie and the space.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photography During Programs

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

Caregivers for Teen Events

This program is intended for attendees ages 12 to 17 to attend independently. Please speak with staff if caregiver assistance is needed.

Spanish Time for Kids

Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room (DB) at Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Program Type:
Community & Lifestyle
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

For children ages 6-11 years.  Learn how to speak basic Spanish through games, projects, songs, and more! New vocabulary will be introduced through crafts and games with an ad...

Library Branch: Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (DB)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Community & Lifestyle
Event Details:

For children ages 6-11 years.  Learn how to speak basic Spanish through games, projects, songs, and more! New vocabulary will be introduced through crafts and games with an additional activity to take home.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photography During Programs

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

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

PI Quilts R Us

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 9:30am - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (PI) at Pine Island Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

quilting

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

quilting

Family Storytime

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room (RL) at Riverdale Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Family Storytime:

Birth to 5 years and caregivers This fun and engaging storytime promotes and reinforces early literacy skills and language development through stories, music, movement and activ...

Library Branch: Riverdale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (RL)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Storytime

Birth to 5 years and caregivers

This fun and engaging storytime promotes and reinforces early literacy skills and language development through stories, music, movement and activities.

Parents and caregivers participate with their children while learning helpful early literacy strategies and tips to continue at home.

 

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.

Preschool Storytime

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room (DB) at Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Preschool Storytime:

For children, ages 3-5 years Your preschooler will continue to build relationships with friends and develop school readiness skills during this fun and interactive storytime tha...

Library Branch: Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (DB)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Storytime

For children, ages 3-5 years

Your preschooler will continue to build relationships with friends and develop school readiness skills during this fun and interactive storytime that fosters independent thinking and a lifelong love of learning through reading, talking, singing, writing and playing.

Children attend this program independently while parents and caregivers wait nearby.

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 Café

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Conference Room (CC) at Cape Coral-Lee County 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: Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Room: Conference Room (CC)
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.

Chalk It Up! Sidewalk Chalk Adventure

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (DB) at Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Drawing with chalk isn't just about creating art, it's also a form of physical activity! Children will stretch their muscles and get moving as they bend, crouch, and reach to cover...

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

Drawing with chalk isn't just about creating art, it's also a form of physical activity!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photography During Programs

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

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Southwest Florida Friendship Force

Friday, October 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room AB (NF) at North Fort Myers Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Cultural friendship/travel club

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

Cultural friendship/travel club

Sewcial Butterflies

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 9:30am - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Ladies getting together to sew for charity

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

Ladies getting together to sew for charity

Family Storytime

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room (NW) at Northwest Regional Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Family Storytime:

Birth to 5 years and caregivers This fun and engaging storytime promotes and reinforces early literacy skills and language development through stories, music, movement and activ...

Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library
Room: Storytime Room (NW)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Storytime

Birth to 5 years and caregivers

This fun and engaging storytime promotes and reinforces early literacy skills and language development through stories, music, movement and activities.

Parents and caregivers participate with their children while learning helpful early literacy strategies and tips to continue at home.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photography During Programs

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

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Lehigh Crafty Ladies

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (RL) at Riverdale Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Craft

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

Craft

Homebuyer Education Workshop

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Conference Room B (NF) at North Fort Myers Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Free home buyer education workshops for first time homebuyers or those interested in purchasing a home led by Lee County Housing Development Corporation. 

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

Free home buyer education workshops for first time homebuyers or those interested in purchasing a home led by Lee County Housing Development Corporation. 

Halloween Escape Room

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (PI) at Pine Island Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Drop-in for this spooktacular Halloween Escape Room. Teens and adults will be challenged as they solve the clues to find out how to escape!  

Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (PI)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Drop-in for this spooktacular Halloween Escape Room. Teens and adults will be challenged as they solve the clues to find out how to escape!

 

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.

Kid Craft Saturday

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room AB (NF) at North Fort Myers Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Children and their families are invited to join us for a morning of crafting! All supplies will be provided; just bring your creativity. Space is limited to 12. Please register ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: North Fort Myers Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (NF)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Children and their families are invited to join us for a morning of crafting! All supplies will be provided; just bring your creativity.

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.

Kids Read Down Fines

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Services Area (NW) at Northwest Regional Library
Program Type:
Read Away Fines
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Kids Read Down Fines:

Children and Teens can earn a credit for every 15 minutes they read in the designated area for a total of $8 in one session. Credit may be applied to cards issued to patrons age...

Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library
Room: Youth Services Area (NW)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Program Type: Read Away Fines

Children and Teens can earn a credit for every 15 minutes they read in the designated area for a total of $8 in one session.

Credit may be applied to cards issued to patrons age 18 and under only and applies only to charges on overdue materials.

Please bring your library card.

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.

Cup of coffee and two cookies. Books are shown in the background.

Books and Bites

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room (DB) at Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for an engaging book discussion while enjoying light refreshments. Bring your latest read and share it with the group.

Library Branch: Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (DB)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Join us for an engaging book discussion while enjoying light refreshments. Bring your latest read and share it with the group.

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.

Family Build It

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Services Area (CC) at Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Event Details:

For all ages. Drop in for building challenges the whole family will enjoy.  No registration required. All materials are provided. 

Library Branch: Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Room: Youth Services Area (CC)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities, Technology & STEAM
Event Details:

For all ages. Drop in for building challenges the whole family will enjoy. 

No registration required. All materials are 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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Spooky Forest

Ghostly Legends of Florida

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (RL) at Riverdale Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy & History, Community & Lifestyle
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Southwest Florida has always been a draw for people looking to get away, but the dark timeline of this part of the state has left a mark not easily wiped away. The history of the a...

Library Branch: Riverdale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (RL)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History, Community & Lifestyle
Event Details:

Southwest Florida has always been a draw for people looking to get away, but the dark timeline of this part of the state has left a mark not easily wiped away.

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.

Kids Read Down Fines

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Services Area (LK) at Lakes Regional Library
Program Type:
Read Away Fines
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Kids Read Down Fines:

Children and Teens can earn a credit for every 15 minutes they read in the designated area for a total of $8 in one session. Credit may be applied to cards issued to patrons age...

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

Children and Teens can earn a credit for every 15 minutes they read in the designated area for a total of $8 in one session.

Credit may be applied to cards issued to patrons age 18 and under only and applies only to charges on overdue materials.

Please bring your library card.

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.

Trivia! Video Game Edition

Saturday, October 19, 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, Adults
Event Details:

Level up your gaming IQ with this trivia challenge spanning the history of video games. From the pixilated landscapes of retro classics to the cutting-edge graphics of modern block...

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

Level up your gaming IQ with this trivia challenge spanning the history of video games.

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.

Kids Read Down Fines

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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 can earn a credit for every 15 minutes they read in the designated area for a total of $8 in one session. Credit may be applied to cards issued to patrons age...

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 can earn a credit for every 15 minutes they read in the designated area for a total of $8 in one session.

Credit may be applied to cards issued to patrons age 18 and under only and applies only to charges on overdue materials.

Please bring your library card.

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.

Dunbar Alumni Association

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (DB) at Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Meeting for Dunbar High Association.

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (DB)
Brief Description of Event

Meeting for Dunbar High Association.

Estero Island Garden Club Monthly Meeting

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

This will be a monthly meeting of the Estero Island Garden Club with a presenter giving a lecture on the importance of insects followed by a brief membership meeting.

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

This will be a monthly meeting of the Estero Island Garden Club with a presenter giving a lecture on the importance of insects followed by a brief membership meeting.

Paper bag Halloween puppets

Halloween Paper Bag Puppets

Monday, October 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Children's Room (CV) at Captiva Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Get into the spooky spirit and make a DIY Halloween paper bag puppet! All supplies provided.  

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

Get into the spooky spirit and make a DIY Halloween paper bag puppet! All supplies 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.