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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.

rows of military headstones

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...

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Required
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History
Required
Seats Remaining: 52
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.

Poster Image of Gospel

Documentary & Discussion: Gospel

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (DB) at Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Program Type:
Movies, Genealogy & History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a viewing of the miniseries documentary, “Gospel.”  A different episode will be shown on each of the four event nights. “Gospel” is hosted by scholar Henry Louis G...

Library Branch: Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (DB)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies, Genealogy & History
Event Details:

Join us for a viewing of the miniseries documentary, “Gospel.”  A different episode will be shown on each of the four event nights. “Gospel” is hosted by scholar Henry Louis Gates, Jr. and explores the history of Black spirituality.

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.

Curiosity Connection: Secrets of the Sunshine State

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (RL) at Riverdale Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy & History, Community & Lifestyle
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This month, we'll explore some of the most interesting lesser-known, off-the-beaten-path locations across Florida, featuring both the historical and the downright unusual.Curiosity...

Library Branch: Riverdale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (RL)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History, Community & Lifestyle
Event Details:

This month, we'll explore some of the most interesting lesser-known, off-the-beaten-path locations across Florida, featuring both the historical and the downright unusual.

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.

Louis XIV

Louis XIV: The Sun King

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (LK) at Lakes Regional Library
Program Type:
Genealogy & History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

King of France from the age of four, Louis grew to epitomize the image of absolute monarchy in the 17th century. His creation -  the magnificent palace of Versailles and its b...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Lakes Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room A (LK)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History
Required
Seats Remaining: 72
Event Details:

King of France from the age of four, Louis grew to epitomize the image of absolute monarchy in the 17th century. His creation -  the magnificent palace of Versailles and its brilliant, glamorous attendant court – became the envy of Europe.

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.

Ruth Bader Ginsburg Character Image

Ruth Bader Ginsburg "I Dissent" Performance

Friday, January 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Estero Recreation Center at South County Regional Library *Temporary Site *
Program Type:
Performances, Genealogy & History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Actress Sheryl Faye will portray Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Sheryl Faye brings stories of historical women to life in a unique and memorable way. Ruth Bader Ginsburg was an Ame...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: South County Regional Library *Temporary Site *
Room: Estero Recreation Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performances, Genealogy & History
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Actress Sheryl Faye will portray Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Sheryl Faye brings stories of historical women to life in a unique and memorable way. 

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.

Tripping on legends

Florida's Haunted Curses and Crimes

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (RL) at Riverdale Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy & History, Community & Lifestyle
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join Christopher Balzano from Tripping on Legends to discover the world of Florida's haunted curses and crimes.

Cancelled
Library Branch: Riverdale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (RL)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History, Community & Lifestyle
Event Details:

Join Christopher Balzano from Tripping on Legends to discover the world of Florida's haunted curses and crimes.

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.

Naming Customs for German Children

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
South Building, Meeting Room ABCD at Fort Myers Regional Library
Program Type:
Genealogy & History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Our seminar will look at the naming traditions of Germans, particularly the first and middle names during the 18th and 19th centuries. We will discuss the baptismal name versus the...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library
Room: South Building, Meeting Room ABCD
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History
Required
Seats Remaining: 59
Event Details:

Our seminar will look at the naming traditions of Germans, particularly the first and middle names during the 18th and 19th centuries. We will discuss the baptismal name versus the given name for the types of records that researchers can find.

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.

Weeki Wachee Bumper Sticker

A 'Deep Dive' into Weeki Wachee Springs

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (LK) at Lakes Regional Library
Program Type:
Genealogy & History, Community & Lifestyle
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

From local swimming spot, to roadside attraction, to state park - the only constant at Weeki Wachee Springs over its 75 year history is the mermaid performances. Entertaining audie...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Lakes Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room A (LK)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History, Community & Lifestyle
Required
Seats Remaining: 69
Event Details:

From local swimming spot, to roadside attraction, to state park - the only constant at Weeki Wachee Springs over its 75 year history is the mermaid performances.

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.

Weeki Wachee Bumper Sticker

A 'Deep Dive' into Weeki Wachee Springs

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (RL) at Riverdale Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy & History, Community & Lifestyle
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

From local swimming spot to roadside attraction to Florida state park, the only constant at Weeki Wachee Springs over its 75 year history is the mermaid performances. Join Rebecca ...

Library Branch: Riverdale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (RL)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History, Community & Lifestyle
Event Details:

From local swimming spot to roadside attraction to Florida state park, the only constant at Weeki Wachee Springs over its 75 year history is the mermaid performances.

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 - Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday

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

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

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

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

Pablo Picasso portrait

Pablo Picasso: His Life and Times

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy & History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This is the story of the most famous artist in the last 120 years. During a career that lasted 78+ years, Picasso dominated the art world, was a pacifist, a communist, a lover, the...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History
Required
Seats Remaining: 72
Event Details:

This is the story of the most famous artist in the last 120 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.

Poster Image of Gospel

Documentary & Discussion: Gospel

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (DB) at Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Program Type:
Movies, Genealogy & History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a viewing of the miniseries documentary, “Gospel.”  A different episode will be shown on each of the four event nights. “Gospel” is hosted by scholar Henry Louis G...

Library Branch: Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (DB)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies, Genealogy & History
Event Details:

Join us for a viewing of the miniseries documentary, “Gospel.”  A different episode will be shown on each of the four event nights. “Gospel” is hosted by scholar Henry Louis Gates, Jr. and explores the history of Black spirituality.

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.

Florence McNabb Mermaid - Weekie Wachee Springs

A 'Deep Dive' into Weeki Wachee Springs

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room (CC) at Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy & History, Community & Lifestyle
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

From local swimming spot to roadside attraction to state park, the only constant at Weeki Wachee Springs over its 75 year history is the mermaid performances. Join Rebecca Schwandt...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (CC)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History, Community & Lifestyle
Required
Seats Remaining: 99
Event Details:

From local swimming spot to roadside attraction to state park, the only constant at Weeki Wachee Springs over its 75 year history is the mermaid performances.

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.

The Koreshans of Estero and the Link to the Waco Tragedy

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (RL) at Riverdale Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy & History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

In the 1890s, a group of religious utopians settled Estero, Florida. Called the Koreshans, they were led by Cyrus Teed, a doctor of eclectic medicine. A century later, Teed's relig...

Library Branch: Riverdale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (RL)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History
Event Details:

In the 1890s, a group of religious utopians settled Estero, Florida. Called the Koreshans, they were led by Cyrus Teed, a doctor of eclectic medicine.

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.

woman tuning radio in 1920s

1920s America

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy & History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting audio-visual presentation of the 1920s in America. Learn about the era of prohibition, bootleggers, jazz, flappers, speakeasies, automobiles, literature, sp...

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:

Join us for an exciting audio-visual presentation of the 1920s in America. Learn about the era of prohibition, bootleggers, jazz, flappers, speakeasies, automobiles, literature, sports, film, radio, and more.   

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.

illustration of Calusa fishing

Tales of Southwest Florida: Archaeology of the Calusa

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy & History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Calusa were called “the fierce people” partly because they held off Spanish domination for almost 200 years, but is the nickname warranted? Florida Public Archaeology Network's...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History
Required
Seats Remaining: 77
Event Details:

The Calusa were called “the fierce people” partly because they held off Spanish domination for almost 200 years, but is the nickname warranted?

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.

Great Decisions Discussion Group

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Conference Room (CC) at Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Genealogy & History, Community & Lifestyle
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

We are pleased to offer Great Decisions - America’s largest discussion program on world affairs.  This 8-part series is created by the Foreign Policy Association whose mission...

Required
Library Branch: Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Room: Conference Room (CC)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Genealogy & History, Community & Lifestyle
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

We are pleased to offer Great Decisions - America’s largest discussion program on world affairs.  This 8-part series is created by the Foreign Policy Association whose mission is to serve as a catalyst for developing awareness, understanding,

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.

statue of girls playing, and building on fire in background

Stalingrad II

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room AB (BN) at Bonita Springs Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy & History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for the second installment of the Stalingrad Trilogy. From October 14 to November 19, Paulus' 6th Army attempted to push Chuikov's 62nd Army into the Volga by crushing the ...

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:

Join us for the second installment of the Stalingrad Trilogy.

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.

Documentary & Discussion: Making Black America

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room (DB) at Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Program Type:
Movies, Genealogy & History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a viewing of the miniseries documentary,  "Making Black America: Through the Grapevine". A different episode will be shown on each of the four event nights. The do...

Library Branch: Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (DB)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies, Genealogy & History
Event Details:

Join us for a viewing of the miniseries documentary,  "Making Black America: Through the Grapevine". A different episode will be shown on each of the four event nights. The documentary is hosted by scholar Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

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.

Picture of baseball players

History of Florida Spring Training

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room (RL) at Riverdale Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy & History, Community & Lifestyle
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Take me out to the ballgame! As we approach the 100th Anniversary of Spring Training in Lee County, learn how it all began with local historian Glenn Miller. 

Library Branch: Riverdale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (RL)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History, Community & Lifestyle
Event Details:

Take me out to the ballgame! As we approach the 100th Anniversary of Spring Training in Lee County, learn how it all began with local historian Glenn Miller. 

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.

Using American German-Language Newspapers

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
South Building, Meeting Room ABCD at Fort Myers Regional Library
Program Type:
Genealogy & History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Before World War I, twenty-five US states published at least one German-language newspaper. Our seminar will discuss where to find these numerous publications and how to use them t...

Required
Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library
Room: South Building, Meeting Room ABCD
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History
Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

Before World War I, twenty-five US states published at least one German-language newspaper. Our seminar will discuss where to find these numerous publications and how to use them to discover your German American ancestors.

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.

Edward VIII & Wallis Simpson

Love & Treachery: Edward VIII & Wallis Simpson

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (LK) at Lakes Regional Library
Program Type:
Genealogy & History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

King Edward VIII relinquished the English throne and left his country to marry Wallis Simpson, an American divorcee. Forbidden to enter England, they spent their lives in exile. Su...

Required
Library Branch: Lakes Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room A (LK)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

King Edward VIII relinquished the English throne and left his country to marry Wallis Simpson, an American divorcee. Forbidden to enter England, they spent their lives in exile. Surely this a love story for the ages! But was it?

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.

Great Decisions Discussion Group

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Conference Room (CC) at Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy & ESL, Genealogy & History, Community & Lifestyle
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

We are pleased to offer Great Decisions - America’s largest discussion program on world affairs.  This 8-part series is created by the Foreign Policy Association whose mission...

Required
Library Branch: Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Room: Conference Room (CC)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Genealogy & History, Community & Lifestyle
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

We are pleased to offer Great Decisions - America’s largest discussion program on world affairs.  This 8-part series is created by the Foreign Policy Association whose mission is to serve as a catalyst for developing awareness, understanding,

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Accessibility

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