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All Branches Closed - New Year's Holiday

All Day 12/31 - 1/1
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.

Download Drop-In

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Room: Conference Room (CC)
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.

Tech Thursdays: One-on-One Help

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Need help with a laptop, tablets or e-readers? Are you looking to gain basic computer skills? Staff at Pine Island Public Library can help! 

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.

STEM Saturday

11:00am - 12:00pm
Children
Open
Registration
Library Branch: North Fort Myers Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (NF)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

For children ages 6 -11 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.

The Secret Life of Butterflies and Moths

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Lifestyle, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 68
Event Details:

Join us for a captivating lecture about the beautiful butterflies and moths of Southwest Florida. CREW Environmental Educator and bug enthusiast, Angel Kelley, will present all things lepidopteran (butterflies and moths).

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

10:00am - 10:30am
Birth to Preschool
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library
Room: South Building, Meeting Room ABCD
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
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, 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.

Tech Tuesdays: One-on-One Help

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room A (NW)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology & STEAM
Event Details:

Need help with a laptop, tablet, e-reader, or other device? Are you looking to gain basic technology skills? Staff at the Northwest Regional Library can help!

We are offering 15 minute, one-on-one technology help sessions. 

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.

Build-It: Origami

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children
Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (EC)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology & STEAM
Event Details:

Welcome to the magical world of Japanese folklore! Presenter Sari Fujimaru will walk you through how to transform ordinary origami paper into a shapeshifting fox, a Shrek-like goblin, or another supernatural creature of your choice.

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 Kids Programs

This program is intended for children ages 6 to 11 to attend independently while caregivers wait nearby. Seating for caregivers and siblings will be available if space allows. Please speak with staff before registering if caregiver assistance is needed.

Build-It: Origami

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children, Teens
Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (EC)
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology & STEAM
Event Details:

Did you know that astronauts, deep sea explorers, and police squads use origami technology in their work? The designs you can sculpt out of paper are endless!

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 Kids Programs

This program is intended for children ages 6 to 11 to attend independently while caregivers wait nearby. Seating for caregivers and siblings will be available if space allows. Please speak with staff before registering if caregiver assistance is needed.

Pre-K Full STEAM Ahead

10:00am - 10:30am
Birth to Preschool
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library
Room: Main Library Building, Youth Programming Room (FM)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Literacy & ESL, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

For ages 3-5. Preschoolers will have the opportunity to explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math concepts through activities, stories, 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.

Tech Thursdays: One-on-One Help

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Need help with a laptop, tablets or e-readers? Are you looking to gain basic computer skills? Staff at Pine Island Public Library can help! 

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 Build It

10:00am - 12:00pm
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Library Branch: Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Room: Youth Services Area (CC)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities, Technology & STEAM
Event Details:

For all ages. Drop in for building challenges the whole family will enjoy. 

No registration required. All materials are 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.

STEAM for Tweens: UFO Drone Race

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library
Room: Main Library Building, Youth Programming Room (FM)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

For ages 9-12. Fly your UFO drone in a race of fun using the drone's tiny sensors. This is a beginners program. The drones moving propellers are fully contained inside the unit. 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.

Lego Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (PI)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime, Technology & STEAM
Event Details:

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


Lego are provided for use during this program.

 

 

This program is for children 5 years to 12 years old.

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.

STEAM Meet-Up

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room A (NW)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join us for a STEAM monthly meet-up. During this session we will be coding CoDrones using a beginner block-based method. No experience 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.

Download Drop-In

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A (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

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Room: Conference Room (CC)
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.

Download Drop-In

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
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.

Computer Basics

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (PI)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Learn basic computer skills. This session will focus on Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point. Computers will be provided to use as needed.

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.

LegoMania

10:30am - 11:00am
Birth to Preschool
Library Branch: Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (DB)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Games & Activities, Technology & STEAM
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and creative LegoMania designed especially for kids! This interactive program invites young children to explore their imagination and develop fine motor  through the world of LEGO.

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 Kids Programs

This program is intended for children ages 6 to 11 to attend independently while caregivers wait nearby. Seating for caregivers and siblings will be available if space allows. Please speak with staff before registering if caregiver assistance is needed.

All Branches Closed - Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday

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 *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.

Elementary Vision Boards

3:30pm - 4:00pm
Children
Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (EC)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology & STEAM
Event Details:

Trying to manifest a great year? Create a vision board to bring your New Year's goals, dreams, and aspirations into reality. If you want to bring anything specific to add to your board, i.e.

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.

Middle School Vision Boards

4:00pm - 4:30pm
Children, Teens
Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (EC)
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology & STEAM
Event Details:

Trying to manifest a great year? Create a vision board to bring your New Year's goals, dreams, and aspirations into reality. If you want to bring anything specific to add to your board, i.e.

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 Tech 3D Pens

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library
Room: Main Library Building, Youth Programming Room (FM)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

For ages 11-18. Teens will have fun creating various artistic designs using 3D pens. We will use several different pen colors to make 3D projects for teens to take home. All supplies will be provided. 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.