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Family Tabletop Game Night

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Event Details:

Now is the time to settle the score. Challenge your friends and family to a variety of tabletop games including chess, Candy Land, and Uno.  All ages and skill levels are i...

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

Now is the time to settle the score. Challenge your friends and family to a variety of tabletop games including chess, Candy Land, and Uno. 

All ages and skill levels are invited.

No 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.

Neighborhood Accountability Board

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room BC (NW) at Northwest Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

Restorative Justice conference

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

Restorative Justice conference

Reading Rebels book group

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (NW) at Northwest Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

adult book group

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

adult book group

Books and Blankets

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 6:15pm - 6:45pm
Storytime Room (NW) at Northwest Regional Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Join us with your blankies and pajamas for this nighttime edition of storytime. Your whole family is invited to this enjoyable, all-ages storytime that encourages the development o...

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

Join us with your blankies and pajamas for this nighttime edition of storytime.

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.

All Branches Closed - Thanksgiving

11/27/2024 @ 6:00pm to 11/29/2024 @ 5:00pm
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 Lee County Library System branches will be closed in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday beginning 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 27 through Friday, Nov. 29.

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 Lee County Library System branches will be closed in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday beginning 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 27 through Friday, Nov. 29.

Coastal Estates HOA

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Conference Room B (LK) at Lakes Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

Monthly Board of Directors meeting

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

Monthly Board of Directors meeting

The Liturgical Year

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A (LK) at Lakes Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

This class-like event will explore the Liturgical Season of Advent, its rituals and readings.

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

This class-like event will explore the Liturgical Season of Advent, its rituals and readings.

Family Movie

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library Building, Youth Programming Room (FM) at Fort Myers Regional Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Event Details:

For ages 5-13. Families are invited to sit back and enjoy the movie Inside Out 2. Bring a blanket and some snacks and the library will provide the movie and the space. This fi...

Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library
Room: Main Library Building, Youth Programming Room (FM)
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

For ages 5-13. Families are invited to sit back and enjoy the movie Inside Out 2. Bring a blanket and some snacks and the library will provide the movie and the space. This film is rated PG. Space is limited to 25 attendees.

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, November 30, 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.

NASPA Sanctioned Scrabble Tournament

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (LK) at Lakes Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

6-round Scrabble tournament with lunch break after round 3.

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

6-round Scrabble tournament with lunch break after round 3.

Blended Blossoms

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room A (NW) at Northwest Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

We will be getting together to make Christmas cards for seniors at assisted living houses.

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

We will be getting together to make Christmas cards for seniors at assisted living houses.

Devices

Download Drop-In Featuring BARD Support

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room 2nd Floor (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
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 largest online content provid...

Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Conference Room 2nd Floor (BN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology & STEAM

Receive personalized help downloading eBooks, eAudioBooks, movies, music, and more from Libby/OverDrive and hoopla, two of Lee County Library System's largest 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 preferred, charged device (tablet, phone, e-reader, etc) along with any passwords needed to download apps. 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.

Download Drop-In Featuring BARD Support

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library Building, Conference Room C (FM) at Fort Myers Regional Library
Program Type:
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 largest online content provid...

Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library
Room: Main Library Building, Conference Room C (FM)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology & STEAM

Receive personalized help downloading eBooks, eAudioBooks, movies, music, and more from Libby/OverDrive and hoopla, two of Lee County Library System's largest 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 preferred, charged device (tablet, phone, e-reader, etc) along with any passwords needed to download apps. 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.

Let's Play: Chess & More!

Monday, December 2, 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.

Book Cover

Book Discussion: A Land Remembered by Patrick Smith

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room (EC) at East County Regional Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a discussion of Patrick Smith's classic, award-winning book A Land Remembered. Smith's novel recounts the story of three generations of the MacIveys, a Florida fam...

Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (EC)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Join us for a discussion of Patrick Smith's classic, award-winning book

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.

Fandom Fest Trivia

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
South Building, Meeting Room ABCD at Fort Myers Regional Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Want to put your fanfare to the test? Join us for a Jeopardy-style trivia game in which teams will answer questions about video games, superhero and anime shows, movies, and pop cu...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library
Room: South Building, Meeting Room ABCD
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:

Want to put your fanfare to the test? Join us for a Jeopardy-style trivia game in which teams will answer questions about video games, superhero and anime shows, movies, and pop culture. 

This program is part of Fandom Fest 2024.

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.

Fandom Fest: Disney Music & Movement

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Storytime Room (EC) at East County Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

Children birth – 5 years old and their caregivers are invited to sing and dance to Disney music while exploring sounds, rhythms, and patterns that make up our language.This program...

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

Children birth – 5 years old and their caregivers are invited to sing and dance to Disney music while exploring sounds, rhythms, and patterns that make up our language.This program is part of Fandom Fest 2024.

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.

English Café

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A (LK) at Lakes Regional 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: Lakes Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room A (LK)
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.

Family Storytime

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Estero Recreation Center at South County Regional Library *Temporary Site *
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: South County Regional Library *Temporary Site *
Room: Estero Recreation Center
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Storytime
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.

Toddler Full STEAM Ahead

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
South Building, Meeting Room ABCD at Fort Myers Regional Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Event Details:

For children ages 18-36 months and caregivers. Toddlers will have the opportunity to explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math concepts through activities, stories, a...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library
Room: South Building, Meeting Room ABCD
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Technology & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

For children ages 18-36 months and caregivers.

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.

ReUnite Logo featuring partners United Way, Lee, Hendry and Glades County Sheriff's Offices.

Online ReUnite and Brain Health

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Live Event at Virtual Online Programming
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Community & Lifestyle
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us to learn more about the ReUnite program and to view a brief presentation on Brain Health: Protect Your Brain, Protect Your Loved Ones. Join us on Tuesday, December 3rd a...

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

Join us to learn more about the ReUnite program and to view a brief presentation on Brain Health: Protect Your Brain, Protect Your Loved Ones.

Join us on Tuesday, December 3rd at 10:00am

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.

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Download Drop-In Featuring BARD Support

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Study Room C (EC) at East County Regional Library
Program Type:
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 largest online content provid...

Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Study Room C (EC)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology & STEAM

Receive personalized help downloading eBooks, eAudioBooks, movies, music, and more from Libby/OverDrive and hoopla, two of Lee County Library System's largest 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 preferred, charged device (tablet, phone, e-reader, etc) along with any passwords needed to download apps. 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.

Books & Banter

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room AB (NF) at North Fort Myers Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for an hour of books and conversation.  We will be hosting a book club where everyone is welcome to stop by to discuss their favorite books. Get recommendati...

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

Join us for an hour of books and conversation.  We will be hosting a book club where everyone is welcome to stop by to discuss their favorite books. Get recommendations from friends, neighbors, and librarians on everything from rece

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.

Vermont's Easy Street duo

Vermont's Easy Street Holiday Program

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (LK) at Lakes Regional Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This long-time touring husband and wife duet brings you a lively holiday program: classic popular holiday songs from Bing to Burl, favorite carols, and instrumental renditions of s...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Lakes Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room A (LK)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performances
Required
Seats Remaining: 91
Event Details:

This long-time touring husband and wife duet brings you a lively holiday program: classic popular holiday songs from Bing to Burl, favorite carols, and instrumental renditions of seasonal music on the fiddle and mandolin, including even some lesse

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.