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Book Buzz

Tuesday, May 12, 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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Romance Book Club

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room AB (NF) at North Fort Myers Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Tell us about titles you LOVE at our Romance Book Club! Bring your latest romance favorites, classic romance tales, or your most beloved reads for a relaxing and fun evening of discussion. Drop-ins welcome! 

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

Tell us about titles you LOVE at our Romance Book Club! Bring your latest romance favorites, classic romance tales, or your most beloved reads for a relaxing and fun evening of discussion. Drop-ins welcome! 

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.

Hurricane Preparedness

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:15pm
Meeting Room A (LK) at Lakes Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

Sharing tips about hurricane preparedness

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

Sharing tips about hurricane preparedness

This event is in the "Adults" group

Plantstravaganza "Prop" Swap

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (NW) at Northwest Regional Library
Program Type:
Community & Lifestyle, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults

Share your favorite plants with others!

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

Share your favorite plants with 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.

This event is in the "Children" group

STEAM Meet-Up: Wildflower Seed Pops

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Storytime Room (NW) at Northwest Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Lifestyle, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Children

For ages 6-11. Join us for our monthly STEAM Meet-Up! During this special Plantstravaganza edition, we'll explore how wildflowers help pollinators and make seed pops to take home and plant. Please dress for a mess. 

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

For ages 6-11. Join us for our monthly STEAM Meet-Up! During this special Plantstravaganza edition, we'll explore how wildflowers help pollinators and make seed pops to take home and plant. Please dress for a mess. 

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 Kids Programs

This program is intended for children ages 6 to 11 to attend independently while caregivers wait nearby. Seating for caregivers and siblings will be available if space allows. Please speak with staff before registering if caregiver assistance is needed.

This event is in the "Adults" group

English Café

Tuesday, May 12, 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, May 12, 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.

Ladies of the Lake Quilters

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 9:00am - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (LK) at Lakes Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

Community Open Sew for quilters in South Ft Myers

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

Community Open Sew for quilters in South Ft Myers

Mom’s Moment: A Mother’s Day Celebration

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
South Building, Meeting Room ABCD at Fort Myers Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

A special gathering created to honor and pour into the incredible moms in our program.

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library
Room: South Building, Meeting Room ABCD
Brief Description of Event

A special gathering created to honor and pour into the incredible moms in our program.

Lee County Community Band Board of Directors Meeting

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room (CC) at Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Board of Directors Meeting

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

Board of Directors Meeting

This event is in the "Children" group

Butterfly Craft DIY

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Children's Room (CV) at Captiva Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Make you own butterfly life cycle craft. While supplies last! 

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

Make you own butterfly life cycle 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.

Healthy Start SWFL

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room B (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Wellness-focused gathering (approximately 25 participants) to support maternal health and provide a space for moms and babies to connect with program resources and participate in a...

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

Wellness-focused gathering (approximately 25 participants) to support maternal health and provide a space for moms and babies to connect with program resources and participate in a guided yoga session.

This event is in the "Birth to Preschool" group

Preschool Prom

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (EC) at East County Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool

You're invited to the cutest event of the spring! Dress your little one in their finest attire (or favorite outfit) for a magical morning of music, dancing, and precious photo opportunities.

Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (EC)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

You're invited to the cutest event of the spring! Dress your little one in their finest attire (or favorite outfit) for a magical morning of music, dancing, and precious photo opportunities.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

The Book N' Brew Society

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room BC (NW) at Northwest Regional Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults

Do you enjoy robust, engaging book discussions? Join us and share your latest reading recommendations. 

Tea and coffee will be served. 

Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room BC (NW)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Do you enjoy robust, engaging book discussions? Join us and share your latest reading recommendations. 

Tea and coffee will be 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.

Will Awareness

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Educational Event teaching our community about the importance of estate planning.

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

Educational Event teaching our community about the importance of estate planning.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tabletop & Mah Jongg Club

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room BC (NW) at Northwest Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults

Meet up at the library for an afternoon of modern tabletop games. The library has a rotating collection of light to medium weight board games or bring your own to teach and share.

Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room BC (NW)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Meet up at the library for an afternoon of modern tabletop games. The library has a rotating collection of light to medium weight board games or bring your own to teach and share.

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

AI Today: Practical Skills for Everyday Life

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (SC) at South County Regional Library
Program Type:
Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults

Software Engineer Yerbol Akhmetbekov will present a clear, non-technical overview of modern AI tools, what they’re good at, and where they often fail.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: South County Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (SC)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Software Engineer Yerbol Akhmetbekov will present a clear, non-technical overview of modern AI tools, what they’re good at, and where they often fail.

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
This event is in the "Adults" group

DIY UV Resin Craft

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (PI) at Pine Island Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn all about the art of UV resin crafting and have fun testing it out! We will have supplies available to make necklaces, earrings, bookmarks and more! 

*Patrons may only register for one event in this series.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (PI)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn all about the art of UV resin crafting and have fun testing it out! We will have supplies available to make necklaces, earrings, bookmarks and more! 

*Patrons may only register for one event in this series.

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

Library Teen Talk

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Young Adult Area (EC) at East County Regional Library
Program Type:
Community & Lifestyle
Age Group:
Teens

Hang out in our expansive Teen Adventureland area of the library. Socialize, make new friends, and chat with other teens.

Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Young Adult Area (EC)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community & Lifestyle
Event Details:

Hang out in our expansive Teen Adventureland area of the library. Socialize, make new friends, and chat with other 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.

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

Kids Read Down Fines

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Services Area (EC) at East County Regional Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Read Away Fines
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Kids Read Down Fines:

 Children and teens with overdue fines, can reduce their fine by $2 for every 15 minutes they read during this program. Each child can earn up to a maximum of $8 in one s...

Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Youth Services Area (EC)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Read Away Fines

 

Children and teens with overdue fines, can reduce their fine by $2 for every 15 minutes they read during this program. Each child can earn up to a maximum of $8 in one session. 

Credit may be applied to overdue fines on cards issued to patrons under the age of 18 as well as overdue fines for juvenile and teen materials checked out on their behalf on adult cards.  Credit earned may only be used for overdue fines.

Please bring your library card and check in at youth desk.

 

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
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Kids Read Down Fines

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Youth Services Area (NW) at Northwest Regional Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Read Away Fines
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Kids Read Down Fines:

 Children and teens with overdue fines, can reduce their fine by $2 for every 15 minutes they read during this program. Each child can earn up to a maximum of $8 in one s...

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

 

Children and teens with overdue fines, can reduce their fine by $2 for every 15 minutes they read during this program. Each child can earn up to a maximum of $8 in one session. 

Credit may be applied to overdue fines on cards issued to patrons under the age of 18 as well as overdue fines for juvenile and teen materials checked out on their behalf on adult cards.  Credit earned may only be used for overdue fines.

Please bring your library card and check in at youth desk.

 

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

Knit and Stitch

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room (EC) at East County Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Knit and Stitch:

 A casual, self-guided group for knitting, crochet and other needle arts. Join in to share projects, ideas and techniques.Participants are encouraged to bring their own projec...

Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (EC)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

 

A casual, self-guided group for knitting, crochet and other needle arts. Join in to share projects, ideas and techniques.

Participants are encouraged to bring their own projects and tools.

Basic materials and supplies are available for newcomers.

 

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

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Storytime Room (EC) at East County Regional 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: East County Regional Library
Room: Storytime Room (EC)
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.

Cape Coral social club

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 9:45am - 11:45am
Meeting Room (CC) at Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Board meeting

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

Board meeting