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Online What Is a Homesteader? US and Canadian Records

10:00am - 11:15am
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Online Programming
Room: Virtual Online Program
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History, Live Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 46
Event Details:

Homestead laws were enacted in both United States and Canada.  The goal was to encourage settlement in the sparsely populated western lands.  The application process was detailed.

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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.

Download Drop-In

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (PI)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology & STEAM

Receive personalized help downloading e-books, movies, music, and more from Libby/OverDrive and hoopla, two of Lee County Library System's largest online content providers.

Bring your fully charged tablets, phones, e-readers, and other digital devices for a hands-on help session.

Note: Please bring any passwords you may need for downloading apps. Kindle users will also need an Amazon account and password.

 

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.

Online Author Event with Nina Simon

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Online Programming
Room: Virtual Online Program
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Authors & Writing, Book Discussion, Live Virtual
Event Details:

Nothing brings a family together like a murder next door.

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

10:30am - 11:30am
Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (PI)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: 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.

Online Spanish Conversation Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Cancelled
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Online Programming
Room: Virtual Online Program
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Community & Lifestyle, Live Virtual
Event Details:

Bienvenidos!  Are you ready to take your Spanish-speaking skills to the next level?  Improve your fluency by chatting with adults online.

Movie Date with Mom

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies
Event Details:

Celebrate Mother's Day! Bring your mom or favorite gal to a family-friendly matinee movie. Mother's Day crafts and a light snack will also be provided.

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.

Download Drop-In

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (PI)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology & STEAM

Receive personalized help downloading e-books, movies, music, and more from Libby/OverDrive and hoopla, two of Lee County Library System's largest online content providers.

Bring your fully charged tablets, phones, e-readers, and other digital devices for a hands-on help session.

Note: Please bring any passwords you may need for downloading apps. Kindle users will also need an Amazon account and password.

 

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.

Help Me Grow - Books, Balls, and Blocks

10:30am - 11:30am
Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (PI)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Games & Activities
Event Details:

We are partnering with Healthy Start of SWFL/Help Me Grow to bring this special Books, Balls and Blocks program to the library. This program includes a free screening for families with children birth to five years of age.

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

9:30am - 4:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (PI)
Brief Description of Event

Meeting of local quilting group.

Online Author Event with Rebecca F. Kuang

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Online Programming
Room: Virtual Online Program
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Authors & Writing, Book Discussion, Live Virtual
Event Details:

You’re welcome to register for a thrilling conversation with Rebecca F. Kuang (R.F.

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.

Download Drop-In

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (PI)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology & STEAM

Receive personalized help downloading e-books, movies, music, and more from Libby/OverDrive and hoopla, two of Lee County Library System's largest online content providers.

Bring your fully charged tablets, phones, e-readers, and other digital devices for a hands-on help session.

Note: Please bring any passwords you may need for downloading apps. Kindle users will also need an Amazon account and password.

 

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.

Senator Marco Rubio's Mobile Office Hours

10:30am - 2:15pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (PI)
Brief Description of Event

Constituent Services/Mobile Office Hours. To provide assistance with federal agencies. Our office can reach out to a federal agency, such as the IRS, FEMA, Social Security, VA, etc. to assist with an issue a constituent may be having.

All Branches Closed - Memorial Day

All 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, Virtual Online Programming, System Wide Events
Description:

All Lee County Library System branches will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.

Kids and Teens Summer Reading Program Kick-Off Party

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (PI)
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities
Event Details:

This summer "Adventure Begins at Your Library". We are kicking off our Summer Reading Program with games and crafts. Staff will be on hand to help patrons sign up for this summer's reading adventure.

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.

Online Author Event with Smithsonian Curator Matt Shindell

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Online Programming
Room: Virtual Online Program
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Authors & Writing, Book Discussion, Live Virtual
Event Details:

You’re invited to come learn alongside Matt Shindell, National Air and Space Museum curator, as he introduces viewers to historical figures across eras and around the world who have made sense of this mysterious planet.

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.

Preschool Bubble Dance Kickoff Party!

10:30am - 11:30am
Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (PI)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

We are kicking off the 2024 Summer Reading Program with a fun filled Bubble Dance Party. Bring your friends and enjoy music, dancing, crafts and frozen treats while you sign up for this year's summer reading adventure!

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.

Online Mining the Genealogical Gems in Libraries and Archives

10:00am - 11:15am
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Online Programming
Room: Virtual Online Program
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History, Live Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

As genealogists, we are always looking for evidence to prove identity, relationships, and events.  This presentation will offer new ideas for locating resources in libraries and archives, both brick, mortar and digital.

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 Interactive Movie: The Goonies

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (PI)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies
Event Details:

Hop on board for some big adventure. Join us for this interactive movie experience. During this showing of the classic The Goonies you will be prompted to yell phrases like Ah' Chunk, eat some chips or find some treasure.

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.

Summer Preschool Program- Lego Club

10:30am - 11:30am
Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (PI)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime, Games & Activities
Event Details:

Join us for a short story and creative brick-building activities.


Lego are provided for use during this program.

 

 

This summer reading program is for ages 2-5.

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.

Online Spanish Conversation Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Online Programming
Room: Virtual Online Program
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Community & Lifestyle, Live Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Bienvenidos!  Are you ready to take your Spanish-speaking skills to the next level?  Improve your fluency by chatting with adults online.

Online Author Event with Freida McFadden

8:00pm - 9:00pm
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Online Programming
Room: Virtual Online Program
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Authors & Writing, Book Discussion, Live Virtual
Event Details:

Get your popcorn and take a seat as we pick the brain of the queen of twists herself, Freida McFadden!

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.

Adam's Animal Encounters for Kids

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (PI)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Learn more about animals living in Southwest Florida with Wildlife Biologist Adam Pottruck. This hands on, interactive summer reading program gives an up-close perspective on wildlife management, rescue and conservation.

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 Burrowing Owl Program Presented by CCFW

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (PI)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Performances, Games & Activities
Event Details:

Whooo loves Burrowing Owls?

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.