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World War II photograph of B17 airplane

Beyond the Homefront: The Untold Stories of WWII Heroes

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (CC) at Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Program Type:
Authors & Writing, Genealogy & History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Renowned author Charley Valera, known for "My Father’s War: Memories from Our Honored WWII Soldiers," delves into the long untold stories of WWII veterans. Drawing inspiration from...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (CC)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Authors & Writing, Genealogy & History
Required
Seats Remaining: 82
Event Details:

Renowned author Charley Valera, known for "My Father’s War: Memories from Our Honored WWII Soldiers," delves into the long untold stories of WWII veterans.

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.

three shells in sand

Shelling the Gulf Shores

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 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:

Which shells can you find on our beaches, where and when? How do clams reproduce? What is the difference between gastropods (or univalves) and bivalves. We’ll discuss these and oth...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Lifestyle, Technology & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 65
Event Details:

Which shells can you find on our beaches, where and when? How do clams reproduce? What is the difference between gastropods (or univalves) and bivalves. We’ll discuss these and other topics.

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.

Teen Tuesday: High School Game Day

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (EC) at East County Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Play board games, video games, card games and more at the library! Open to all high school teens. Bring your own snacks and covered drinks to enjoy during the event. Part of t...

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

Play board games, video games, card games and more at the library! Open to all high school teens. Bring your own snacks and covered drinks to enjoy during the event. Part of the Teen Tuesday program 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.

Caregivers for Teen Events

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

Teen Tuesdays

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room (DB) at Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Talk about your favorite books, play games, and take part in other special activities.

Library Branch: Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (DB)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Discussion, Games & Activities
Event Details:

Talk about your favorite books, play games, and take part in other special 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.

Caregivers for Teen Events

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

Board Games for Teens

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library Building, Youth Programming Room (FM) at Fort Myers Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Come on down & join the fun! A variety of new and traditional board & card games will be available for you to compete against others.  This program is intended for age...

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

Come on down & join the fun! A variety of new and traditional board & card games will be available for you to compete against others.  This program is intended for ages 12-18.

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.

Bonita springs newcomers board meeting

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Conference Room 2nd Floor (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

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

Board meeting

Code with Robot Cars

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room A (NW) at Northwest Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Technology & STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Speed into STEAM with indi—the most approachable entry-level learning robot for kids. indi inspires imaginative, play-based learning by empowering kids to design and build their ow...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room A (NW)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games & Activities, Technology & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Speed into STEAM with indi—the most approachable entry-level learning robot for kids.

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.

Teen Tuesday: Middle School Game Day

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room (EC) at East County Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Play board games, video games, card games and more at the library! Open to all middle school teens. Bring your own snacks and covered drinks to enjoy during the event. Part of...

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

Play board games, video games, card games and more at the library! Open to all middle school teens. Bring your own snacks and covered drinks to enjoy during the event. Part of the Teen Tuesday program 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.

Caregivers for Teen Events

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

Fort Myers Theosophical Study Group

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A (LK) at Lakes Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

We will show a theosophical video.

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

We will show a theosophical video.

Chess at the Library

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room BC (NW) at Northwest Regional Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Enjoy chess at the library in a casual environment. Chess boards will be provided, but you can also bring your own. People of all ages and skill levels are invited!

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

Enjoy chess at the library in a casual environment. Chess boards will be provided, but you can also bring your own.

People of all ages and skill levels are invited!

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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Community Sounding Board

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Community & Lifestyle
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Have suggestions or requests on what programs you would like to see offered at Bonita Springs Public Library? We want to hear from you. 

Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Lifestyle
Event Details:

Have suggestions or requests on what programs you would like to see offered at Bonita Springs Public Library? We want to hear from you. 

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.

Yesukan Branch Tour Meeting

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room 2nd Floor (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Yesukan Branch Tour Meeting  

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

Yesukan Branch Tour Meeting  

ACMA Songwriters on the Plaza

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 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.

English Café

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room (CC) at Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL
Age Group:
Adults
English Café:

​The 90 minute sessions provide adult learners an opportunity to practice speaking English with native speakers.  Topics include everyday situations, current events and cultur...

Library Branch: Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Room: Conference Room (CC)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy & ESL

​The 90 minute sessions provide adult learners an opportunity to practice speaking English with native speakers.  Topics include everyday situations, current events and cultural areas.

English Café  is offered several times each week at locations throughout Lee County.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photography During Programs

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

Spanish Conversation Club

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library Building, Conference Room C (FM) at Fort Myers Regional Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Community & Lifestyle
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Bienvenidos!  Are you ready to take your Spanish-speaking skills to the next level?  Improve your fluency by chatting with other adults. Join us as we practice speaking S...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library
Room: Main Library Building, Conference Room C (FM)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Community & Lifestyle
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Bienvenidos!  Are you ready to take your Spanish-speaking skills to the next level?  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.

Human & Veteran Services - Paula

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:00am
South Building, Meeting Room ABCD at Fort Myers Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

Department meeting

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

Department meeting

Family Storytime

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room (LK) at Lakes Regional Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Family Storytime:

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

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

Birth to 5 years and caregivers

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

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

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photography During Programs

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

Accompanying Adults

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

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library Building, Youth Programming Room (FM) at Fort Myers Regional Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Preschool
Preschool Storytime:

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

Event Details:

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

Open
Required
Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library
Room: Main Library Building, Youth Programming Room (FM)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

For children, ages 3-5 years

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

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

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.

Financial Fiduciary Educators

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A (LK) at Lakes Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

The Foundation for Fiduciary Education is the only IRS approved 501(c)(3) non-profit organization focused solely on providing unbiased fiduciary financial education. All of our ins...

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

The Foundation for Fiduciary Education is the only IRS approved 501(c)(3) non-profit organization focused solely on providing unbiased fiduciary financial education.

Lee County Community Band Board Meeting

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room (CC) at Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Lee County Community Band Board Meeting

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

Lee County Community Band Board Meeting

Women's Book Club

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room 2nd Floor (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Brief Description of Event:

Private Book Club meeting.

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

Private Book Club meeting.

Homeschool Meeting

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room BC (NW) at Northwest Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

Informational Meeting

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

Informational Meeting

Pom-Pom Caterpillar Craft

Cute Pom-Pom Caterpillar Craft

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Children's Room (CV) at Captiva Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Let's spring into some wiggly fun and make a Pom-Pom Caterpillar!  

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

Let's spring into some wiggly fun and make a Pom-Pom Caterpillar!  

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.

Quilts R Us

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A (NW) at Northwest Regional Library
Brief Description of Event:

Local quilting club making quilts for personal use and charitable giving.

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

Local quilting club making quilts for personal use and charitable giving.