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

We welcome you to our conversation with journalist and author Lee Hawkins as he talks to us about the examination of his family’s legacy of post-enslavement trauma and resilience in this riveting memoir, I Am Nobody's Slave: How Uncovering My

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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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Youth Author Visit and Art Lesson

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children
Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (EC)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Performances
Event Details:

Join artist and author Carolyn Gora as she presents her book, "The Almost True Story of the Birds of Paradise." After the story, participants will receive a short art lesson. Supplies will be provided.

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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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: North Fort Myers Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (NF)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Authors & Writing, Book Discussion
Event Details:

Join our open book discussion focused on the talented Reading Festival authors coming to SW Florida on March 1st. Choose from any of the numerous children, young adult, and adult authors.

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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.

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

Storytime Fun for Everyone

11:00am - 12:00pm
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (PI)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime, Games & Activities
Event Details:

Join us for this special Storytime celebrating favorite children and teen authors presenting at the Southwest Florida Reading Festival. Enjoy stories and readings from the authors books, family games and crafts. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photography During Programs

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Meet the Author: Jean Kwok

11:00am - 12:30pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: South County Regional Library *Temporary Site *
Room: Estero Recreation Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Authors & Writing, Book Sales
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 46
Event Details:

Join us for an engaging author presentation and book signing by Jean Kwok. Copies of her books will be sold at this event by the Friends of South County Regional Library. This author event will take place at Estero Recreation Center Room 103A.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photography During Programs

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Offsite Event
Library Branch: System Wide Events
Room: Special location
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Authors & Writing
Event Details:

Join us at the gorgeous Burroughs Home and Gardens for An Evening with the Authors and enjoy an unforgettable dining experience with hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar and a waterfront sunset on th

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photography During Programs

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

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

Southwest Florida Reading Festival

10:00am - 4:00pm
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: System Wide Events
Room: Cornog Plaza at Fort Myers Regional Library
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Authors & Writing, Book Discussion, Storytime, Performances, Games & Activities, Community & Lifestyle, Book Sales, Technology & STEAM
Event Details:

Join us for the 26th annual Southwest Florida Reading Festival, held on the beautiful, downtown Fort Myers Regional Library campus! 

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.