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All Branches Closed - Martin Luther King Jr. 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 Lee County Library System branches will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. 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 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

VITA Site Set Up

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room BC (NW) at Northwest Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

Cathy Angulo, Stephanie Teskey, Mary Meador and possibly VITA/TCE volunteers will come in to make sure all computers are connected to the WIFI and our printer- store supplies, and ...

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room BC (NW)
Brief Description of Event

Cathy Angulo, Stephanie Teskey, Mary Meador and possibly VITA/TCE volunteers will come in to make sure all computers are connected to the WIFI and our printer- store supplies, and do a test run-meet the staff etc.

Baby Rhyme Time

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Storytime Room (CC) at Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Baby Rhyme Time:

 For children ages birth-18 months with caregiver.Wiggle and giggle to bond with your baby through books, rhymes and songs in this lap-sit program that introduces early litera...

Space is limited. Please pick up your ticket for your baby and each person attending at the YS desk the morning of the program.  Late admittance is not permitted.

 

Library Branch: Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Room: Storytime Room (CC)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Storytime
Event Details:

 

For children ages birth-18 months with caregiver.

Wiggle and giggle to bond with your baby through books, rhymes and songs in this lap-sit program that introduces early literacy skills and encourages language, motor and social skills. 

Each program offers literacy tips and strategies to stimulate your baby’s brain development and enhance future reading success.

 

Space is limited. Please pick up your ticket for your baby and each person attending at the YS desk the morning of the program.  Late admittance is not permitted.

 

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.

AARP Tax Work

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (CC) at Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

I need about 90 minutes in the room to check our IT setup. AARP required that we upgrade our router, printers, etc. this year and I need to ensure that we have everything working ...

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

I need about 90 minutes in the room to check our IT setup. AARP required that we upgrade our router, printers, etc. this year and I need to ensure that we have everything working prior to starting tax returns.

Family Storytime

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Programming Room (SC) at South County Regional Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool

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

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: South County Regional Library
Room: Youth Programming Room (SC)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

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.

Toddler Tales

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
South Building, Meeting Room ABCD at Fort Myers Regional Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Toddler Tales:

 For children ages 18-36 months with caregiver.Caregivers move and groove with their toddlers during this interactive and high-energy storytime that uses stories, music, movem...

Registration is required and guarantees your spot until the start of the program.

 

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

 

For children ages 18-36 months with caregiver.

Caregivers move and groove with their toddlers during this interactive and high-energy storytime that uses stories, music, movement and rhymes to support language and motor skills.

Caregivers participate with their children while discovering early literacy strategies and tips to use at home.

 

Registration is required and guarantees your spot until the start of the 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.

On the Table Activity - Make a Shell Picture

01/20/2026 @ 10:00am to 01/24/2026 @ 4:30pm
Stacks Room (BG) at Johann Fust Community Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Use different sized shells to make a beautiful picture to remember your time at the beach.

 

Library Branch: Johann Fust Community Library
Room: Stacks Room (BG)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Use different sized shells to make a beautiful picture to remember your time at the beach.

 

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 Storytime

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (EC) at East County Regional Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Family Storytime:

 For children ages birth-5 years with caregiver.Enjoy books, rhymes, songs and activities! This fun and engaging program offers kids a chance to make friends and build skills ...

Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (EC)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Storytime

 

For children ages birth-5 years with caregiver.

Enjoy books, rhymes, songs and activities! This fun and engaging program offers kids a chance to make friends and build skills through stories, music and movement.

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.

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room (CC) at Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Preschool Storytime:

 For children ages 3-5 years.Your preschooler will build relationships, meet new friends and develop school readiness skills. This fun and interactive storytime fosters indepe...

Space is limited to 14 preschool-aged children. Please pick up your ticket for your 3-5 year old child(ren) attending at the YS desk the morning of the program. Late admittance is not permitted.

Library Branch: Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Room: Storytime Room (CC)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Storytime
Event Details:

 

For children ages 3-5 years.

Your preschooler will build relationships, meet new friends and develop school readiness skills. This fun and interactive storytime 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.

 

Space is limited to 14 preschool-aged children. Please pick up your ticket for your 3-5 year old child(ren) attending at the YS desk the morning of the program. Late admittance is not permitted.

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

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room (NW) at Northwest Regional Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Preschool Storytime:

 For children ages 3-5 years.Your preschooler will build relationships, meet new friends and develop school readiness skills. This fun and interactive storytime fosters indepe...

Space is limited to 14 tickets. Arrive early and visit the children's desk to check-in. First-come, first-served.

 

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

 

For children ages 3-5 years.

Your preschooler will build relationships, meet new friends and develop school readiness skills. This fun and interactive storytime 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.

 

Space is limited to 14 tickets. Arrive early and visit the children's desk to check-in. First-come, first-served.

 

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.

Download Drop-In

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room (CC) at Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Program Type:
Community & Lifestyle, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults
Download Drop-In:

 Receive personalized help downloading eBooks, eAudioBooks, movies, music, and more from Libby/OverDrive and hoopla, two of Lee County Library System's popular online content ...

Library Branch: Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Room: Conference Room (CC)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Lifestyle, Technology & STEAM

 

Receive personalized help downloading eBooks, eAudioBooks, movies, music, and more from Libby/OverDrive and hoopla, two of Lee County Library System's popular online content providers.  

Support also will be available to registered users of the National Library Service's Braille and Audio Reading Download service (BARD) which is provided through Home Borrower Services and Lee County Talking Books.

Note: Attendees should bring their favorite tablet, ereader or phone. Be sure it’s fully charged and also, have your passwords for downloading apps available. Kindle users also must have an Amazon account and password.

Patrons interested in BARD should contact Talking Books at 239-533-4780 prior to attending to ensure they have an active account or find out how to set one up.

 

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

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room (NW) at Northwest Regional Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Preschool Storytime:

 For children ages 3-5 years.Your preschooler will build relationships, meet new friends and develop school readiness skills. This fun and interactive storytime fosters indepe...

Space is limited to 14 tickets. Arrive early and visit the children's desk to check-in. First-come, first-served.

 

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

 

For children ages 3-5 years.

Your preschooler will build relationships, meet new friends and develop school readiness skills. This fun and interactive storytime 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.

 

Space is limited to 14 tickets. Arrive early and visit the children's desk to check-in. First-come, first-served.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photography During Programs

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

Women's Culture Alliance

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (SC) at South County Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

Classic movie view and discussion

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: South County Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (SC)
Brief Description of Event

Classic movie view and discussion

Bimini View HOA

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (CC) at Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Annual meeting and voting for Board leaders

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

Annual meeting and voting for Board leaders

Photo of "Broken Country" front cover.

Book Discussion: Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room (PI) at Pine Island Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults

Join our discussion of Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall.

A riveting, cross-genre love story with twists and turns, this novel explores themes of choice and consequence.

Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (PI)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Join our discussion of Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall.

A riveting, cross-genre love story with twists and turns, this novel explores themes of choice and consequence.

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.

Hotz Marketing Image

Online Author Event with Julia Hotz

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Live Event at Virtual Online Programming
Program Type:
Authors & Writing, Book Discussion, Live Virtual
Age Group:
Adults

Jump-start the new year with a virtual conversation with journalist and author Julia Hotz about her book The Connection Cure: The Prescriptive Power of Movement, Nature, Art, Service, and Belonging.

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

Jump-start the new year with a virtual conversation with journalist and author Julia Hotz about her book The Connection Cure: The Prescriptive Power of Movement, Nature, Art, Service, and Belonging.

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.

Shackleton's Endurance

Against All Odds: Shackleton and the Endurance, Part 1

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy & History
Age Group:
Adults

Learn about Sir Ernest Shackleton's ambitious attempt to traverse Antarctica and what led to one of the greatest survival stories ever told. Presented by Steve Valdespino.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Bonita Springs Library.

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

Learn about Sir Ernest Shackleton's ambitious attempt to traverse Antarctica and what led to one of the greatest survival stories ever told. Presented by Steve Valdespino.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Bonita Springs Library.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photography During Programs

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

Book cover image

Emily Dickinson’s Poetry: Session 2

Tuesday, January 20, 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.

IB Spanish Lobo time

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 2:15pm - 3:15pm
Meeting Room (RL) at Riverdale Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

We will be practicing for our IB Spanish oral examination that are upcoming.

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

We will be practicing for our IB Spanish oral examination that are upcoming.

Friends of the Pine Island Library Membership Meeting

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (PI) at Pine Island Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Friends of the Pine Island Library hosts monthly membership meeting.

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

Friends of the Pine Island Library hosts monthly membership meeting.

STEM: Snap Circuits

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library Building, Youth Programming Room (FM) at Fort Myers Regional Library
Program Type:
Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Teens

For ages 9-14.  Join our beginner tech class.  We will be exploring snap circuits.  Registration is required. 

 

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

For ages 9-14.  Join our beginner tech class.  We will be exploring snap circuits.  Registration is 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.

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.

From Risk to Reform: Repairing Florida’s Insurance Market

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room AB (NF) at North Fort Myers Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Presentation and discussion about the insurance affordability crisis in Florida

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

Presentation and discussion about the insurance affordability crisis in Florida

Troop 651 meeting

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 5:15pm - 7:15pm
Meeting Room (EC) at East County Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

Girl Scout troop meeting.

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (EC)
Brief Description of Event

Girl Scout troop meeting.

Study Group

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library Building, Conference Room C (FM) at Fort Myers Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

LPN Study group

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library
Room: Main Library Building, Conference Room C (FM)
Brief Description of Event

LPN Study group