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Summer Reading Program Crafts!

10:00am - 4:00pm
Children, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Captiva Memorial Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Enjoy a variety of summer reading program table-top crafts and activities this summer for all-ages, while supplies last.  Including but not limited to: Kids/Teens- William Snakespeare Painted Rocks and Adults-Coloring Pages!

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.

On the Table Suncatcher Craft

06/03/2025 @ 10:30am - 06/07/2025 @ 4:30pm
Children
Library Branch: Johann Fust Community Library
Room: Stacks Room (BG)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for a fun on the table craft making a colorful suncatcher to kick off our summer reading program.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photography During Programs

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

Summer Reading Kickoff

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Birth to Preschool
Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library
Room: Storytime Room (NW)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Performances, Games & Activities
Event Details:

Discover a World of Colors at our Summer Reading Kickoff! Enjoy an immersive, hands-on, colorful event, featuring face painting with Krafty Katey, music by Shawn Paris, and so much 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.

Accompanying Adults

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

Summer Reading Kickoff

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library
Room: Youth Services Area (NW)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Performances, Games & Activities
Event Details:

Discover a World of Colors at our Summer Reading Kickoff! Enjoy an immersive, hands-on, colorful event featuring face painting with Krafty Katey, music by Shawn Paris, and so much 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.

Summer Reading Kickoff

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library
Room: Teen Zone (NW)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Performances
Event Details:

Discover a World of Colors at our Summer Reading Kickoff! Enjoy face painting with Krafty Katey, music by Shawn Paris, fairy hair, bracelet making, and so much 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.

Summer Reading Kickoff Celebration

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Birth to Preschool, Children
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Youth Services Area (BN)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Performances, Games & Activities
Event Details:

You're invited to our family-friendly kickoff party to celebrate the start of our Summer Reading Program!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photography During Programs

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

Knit and Stitch

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room BC (NW)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

A casual, self-guided group of knitters and crocheters who join together to share projects, ideas and techniques.

Participants are encouraged to bring their own projects and tools.

Basic materials and supplies are available for newcomers.

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.

Summer Reading Program Crafts!

10:00am - 4:00pm
Children, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Captiva Memorial Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Enjoy a variety of summer reading program table-top crafts and activities this summer for all-ages, while supplies last.  Including but not limited to: Kids/Teens- William Snakespeare Painted Rocks and Adults-Coloring Pages!

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 Reading Kickoff Party

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Library Branch: North Fort Myers Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (NF)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities
Event Details:

Start your summer adventure! Join us for a foam party, crafts, and free books (while supplies last) for kids and teens who sign up for summer reading. Bring a towel and get ready to read!

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 Tie-Dye Summer Reading Kickoff

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities
Event Details:

Join us to kick off our teen summer reading programming. Bring your own white t-shirt or use one of our canvas bags, then use sharpies to design your tie-dye creation. 

Supplies are limited. 

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.

Crafts at Cape: Beach Ornament

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (CC)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

A plastic ornament, a bit of twine, some sand, and some odds & ends from the beach will be used to create these classic beach ornaments. Feel free to bring your own beach treasures!

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 Reading Kickoff Party

10:00am - 12:00pm
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Library Branch: Lakes Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room A (LK)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities
Event Details:

Summer is finally here! Drop in between 10:00am to noon for games, crafts, and fun to kick-start the library's summer reading program. For kids and teens of all ages. No registration, but space and supplies are limited.

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 Summer Reading Kickoff Party

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

Join your preschool friends as we celebrate summer with chalk art on the sidewalk, a bubble dance party, and a yummy frozen treat! Library staff will be available to help you sign up for this year's summer reading program.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photography During Programs

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

Drawing Local Wildlife

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library
Room: South Building, Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Learn to draw local wildlife of Florida.  Each class will feature a step by step instruction on how to draw one of Florida's many local species of wildlife each month. Space is limited to the first 24 attendees. 

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 Reading Program Crafts!

10:00am - 4:00pm
Children, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Captiva Memorial Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Enjoy a variety of summer reading program table-top crafts and activities this summer for all-ages, while supplies last.  Including but not limited to: Kids/Teens- William Snakespeare Painted Rocks and Adults-Coloring Pages!

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 Reading Kickoff Party

10:00am - 12:00pm
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library
Room: South Building, Meeting Room AB
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy & ESL, Games & Activities
Event Details:

Calling all readers and foam fun seekers. Join us as we kickstart the summer reading program with an outdoor interactive foam-filled celebration!

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.

Adult Crafternoon: DIY Bookmarks

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room A (NW)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

In this program you will be creating four types of bookmarks using several different materials. Supplies limited to first 20 participants. Let's get crafty!

This program is part of the Summer Reading Program.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photography During Programs

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

Summer Reading Kickoff Party

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

The party is starting and you're invited!  Discover a world of colors at our Summer Reading Kickoff! Join us for face painting with Krafty Katey and so much 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.

Summer Reading Kickoff Party

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Riverdale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (RL)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literacy & ESL, Games & Activities
Event Details:

This summer let's "Color Our World"! We are kicking off our Summer Reading Program with fun activities such as Sphero Painting and character meet-and-greets!

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.

Hydro Dipping Cups

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (DB)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Hydro dipping is a process where different colors of paint are poured on a surface of water in a design and then glasses are dunked into the water where the design is transferred. Master this technique and go home with a fancy new cup.

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 Reading Program Crafts!

10:00am - 4:00pm
Children, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Captiva Memorial Library
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Enjoy a variety of summer reading program table-top crafts and activities this summer for all-ages, while supplies last.  Including but not limited to: Kids/Teens- William Snakespeare Painted Rocks and Adults-Coloring Pages!

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 Playdate

10:30am - 11:15am
Birth to Preschool
Library Branch: Lakes Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room A (LK)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities
Event Details:

Hands-on play time with STEM and early literacy activities. This summer reading program is for birth to 5 years. No registration, but space and supplies are limited.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Photography During Programs

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

Accompanying Adults

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

On the Table Suncatcher Craft

06/10/2025 @ 10:30am - 06/14/2025 @ 4:30pm
Children
Library Branch: Johann Fust Community Library
Room: Stacks Room (BG)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for a fun on the table craft making a colorful suncatcher.

This activity is part of our summer reading programming.

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.

Create with Art Lab

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Riverdale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (RL)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Make creativity part of your family routine with the Alliance for the Arts Family Art Lab!

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.