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All Branches Closed - Christmas Holiday

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Bonita Springs Public Library, Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library, Captiva Memorial Library, Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library, East County Regional Library, Fort Myers Regional Library, Johann Fust Community Library, Lakes Regional Library, North Fort Myers Public Library, Northwest Regional Library, Pine Island Public Library, Riverdale Public Library, South County Regional Library *Temporary Site *, Virtual Online Programming, System Wide Events

All branches of the Lee County Library System will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 24 and Wednesday, Dec. 25 in observance of the Christmas holiday.

Closing
Branches:
Bonita Springs Public Library, Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library, Captiva Memorial Library, Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library, East County Regional Library, Fort Myers Regional Library, Johann Fust Community Library, Lakes Regional Library, North Fort Myers Public Library, Northwest Regional Library, Pine Island Public Library, Riverdale Public Library, South County Regional Library *Temporary Site *, Virtual Online Programming, System Wide Events
Description:

All branches of the Lee County Library System will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 24 and Wednesday, Dec. 25 in observance of the Christmas holiday.

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

Noon Year's Eve Celebration

Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room A (NW) at Northwest Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children
Event Details:

We're celebrating the end of 2024 and ringing in 2025, everything will sparkle a little silver with the turn of 25!  Join us for fun, music, and dancing. Also, at 11:59 we'll ...

Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room A (NW)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

We're celebrating the end of 2024 and ringing in 2025, everything will sparkle a little silver with the turn of 25!  Join us for fun, music, and dancing. Also, at 11:59 we'll ring in the hour with balloons, noise and fun!

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

LEGO Club

Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children
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 inte...

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

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

Let's Play: Chess & More!

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Young Adult Area (EC) at East County Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Calling gaming enthusiasts of all ages! Join friends and friendly competitors alike for games of strategy, chance, and fun. Bring your own game or choose from the library’s collect...

Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Young Adult Area (EC)
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Calling gaming enthusiasts of all ages! Join friends and friendly competitors alike for games of strategy, chance, and fun.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photography During Programs

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

All Branches Closed - New Year's Holiday

All Day 12/31 - 1/1
Bonita Springs Public Library, Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library, Captiva Memorial Library, Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library, East County Regional Library, Fort Myers Regional Library, Johann Fust Community Library, Lakes Regional Library, North Fort Myers Public Library, Northwest Regional Library, Pine Island Public Library, Riverdale Public Library, South County Regional Library *Temporary Site *, Virtual Online Programming, System Wide Events

All branches of the Lee County Library System will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024 and Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025 for the New Year's holiday.

Closing
Branches:
Bonita Springs Public Library, Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library, Captiva Memorial Library, Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library, East County Regional Library, Fort Myers Regional Library, Johann Fust Community Library, Lakes Regional Library, North Fort Myers Public Library, Northwest Regional Library, Pine Island Public Library, Riverdale Public Library, South County Regional Library *Temporary Site *, Virtual Online Programming, System Wide Events
Description:

All branches of the Lee County Library System will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024 and Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025 for the New Year's holiday.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Online Beginner Spanish

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Live Event at Virtual Online Programming
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Community & Lifestyle, Live Virtual
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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

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

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

Friends of PI Library Board Meeting

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (PI) at Pine Island Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Monthly board meeting

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

Monthly board meeting

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

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth Services Area (CC) at Cape Coral-Lee County 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...

Event Details:

Please check in at the Youth Services Reference Desk.

Library Branch: Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Room: Youth Services Area (CC)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Program Type: Read Away Fines
Event Details:

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.

Please check in at the Youth Services Reference 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.

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.

Montage Women's Club

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A (LK) at Lakes Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

Board of Directors' Meeting

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

Board of Directors' Meeting

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Secret Life of Butterflies and Moths

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Community & Lifestyle, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a captivating lecture about the beautiful butterflies and moths of Southwest Florida. CREW Environmental Educator and bug enthusiast, Angel Kelley, will present all thi...

Required
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Lifestyle, Technology & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:

Join us for a captivating lecture about the beautiful butterflies and moths of Southwest Florida. CREW Environmental Educator and bug enthusiast, Angel Kelley, will present all things lepidopteran (butterflies and moths).

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.

River's Edge III Annual Meeting

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (LK) at Lakes Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

Annual Membership Meeting

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

Annual Membership Meeting

Paradise Pointe I - Annual Meeting

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room (CC) at Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Condominium association annual meeting.

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

Condominium association annual meeting.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Road to Catastrophe

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy & History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This audio-visual lecture explores the origins of World War I, which began in the Balkans and quickly escalated to a global scale. One hundred years ago, The War to End All War beg...

Required
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History
Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:

This audio-visual lecture explores the origins of World War I, which began in the Balkans and quickly escalated to a global scale.

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.

Friends of the Bonita Springs Library Meeting

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Conference Room 2nd Floor (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Monthly board meeting...

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Conference Room 2nd Floor (BN)
Brief Description of Event

Monthly board meeting...

Weavers of CharLee Weaving Workshop

01/08/2025 @ 10:00am to 01/09/2025 @ 5:30pm
Meeting Room AB (NF) at North Fort Myers Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Weaving Workshop for the Weavers of CharLee

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

Weaving Workshop for the Weavers of CharLee

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Book Discussion: Help Wanted by Adelle Waldman

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Estero Recreation Center at South County Regional Library *Temporary Site *
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A group of misfit, big-box store employees working the overnight shift in a small upstate New York town vie for the stability, salary and possibility of a new job when their store ...

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

A group of misfit, big-box store employees working the overnight shift in a small upstate New York town vie for the stability, salary and possibility of a new job when their store manager announces he is leaving.

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.

Drawing Florida Wildlife

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn through step-by-step instructions how to draw Florida's captivating wildlife.

Required
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Learn through step-by-step instructions how to draw Florida's captivating wildlife.

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.

VITA Volunteer Tax Training

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 4:30pm - 7:15pm
Conference Room (CC) at Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

VITA Volunteer Tax Training and practice

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

VITA Volunteer Tax Training and practice

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Chess!

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

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

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

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photography During Programs

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

Weavers of CharLee Weaving Workshop

Friday, January 10, 2025 at 9:00am - 4:30pm
Meeting Room AB (NF) at North Fort Myers Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Weaving Workshop for the Weavers of CharLee

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

Weaving Workshop for the Weavers of CharLee

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Eleanor Roosevelt – The First Lady of The World Performance

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Eleanor Roosevelt is performed by actor Sheryl Faye, who has brought stories of historical women to life uniquely and memorably for over a decade. After suffering through an unh...

Required
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performances
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

Eleanor Roosevelt is performed by actor Sheryl Faye, who has brought stories of historical women to life uniquely and memorably for over a decade.

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.

Jonathans Bay Association

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (LK) at Lakes Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

Board Meeting

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

Board Meeting

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ACMA Songwriters on the Plaza

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cornog Plaza, Amphitheater (FM) at Fort Myers Regional Library
Program Type:
Performances, Community & Lifestyle
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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

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

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photography During Programs

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

Gulf Coast Writers Association

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A (LK) at Lakes Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

Monthly meeting of the Gulf Coast Writers Association

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

Monthly meeting of the Gulf Coast Writers Association