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Coloring Club

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room A (NW)
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for a relaxing afternoon of coloring while making new friends! All supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own coloring books. 

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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
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Coloring Club

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

Join us for a relaxing afternoon of coloring while making new friends! All supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own coloring books. 

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 "Children" group

Butterfly Craft DIY

10:00am–4:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Captiva Memorial Library
Room: Children's Room (CV)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Make you own butterfly life cycle craft. While supplies last! 

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 "Children" group

On the Table Activity-Pom Pom Ice Cream Cup

05/19/2026 @ 10:30am–05/23/2026 @ 4:30pm
Children
Library Branch: Johann Fust Community Library
Room: Stacks Room (BG)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Use pom poms to create your perfect pretend ice cream 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Photography 101

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Lifestyle
Registration Required
Event Details:

Photography 101 is a beginner-friendly workshop where participants will learn a basic photography concept on the different ways to take a picture.

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

Knit and Stitch

9:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room BC (NW)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

 

A casual, self-guided group for knitting, crochet and other needle arts. Join in to share projects, ideas and techniques.

Participants are encouraged to bring their own projects and tools.

Basic materials and supplies are available for newcomers.

 

*Personal instruction will not be available.

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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Butterfly Craft DIY

10:00am–4:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Captiva Memorial Library
Room: Children's Room (CV)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Make you own butterfly life cycle craft. While supplies last! 

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

Knit and Stitch

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Riverdale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (RL)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

 

A casual, self-guided group for knitting, crochet and other needle arts. Join in 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.

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

Adult Coloring

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (CC)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

 

Gone are the days when coloring was just for kids. 

Adult coloring is a fun way to relax, spark your creativity and meet new people. Join us for a laid-back session where you can unwind and bring a picture to life with color. No need to be an artist. All skill levels welcome!

Coloring pages designed especially for adults, as well as colored pencils, will 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Crafts at Cape: Bubble Art

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

It's fun! It's messy! Create interesting art or backdrops for future projects by using soap bubbles and paints.
 

Please dress appropriately as popping bubbles may cause splatter.
 

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

Upcycled Book Craft - Hedgehogs

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come spend a creative afternoon with us turning old books into charming upcycled folded hedgehogs—fun, eco-friendly, and perfect for all ages!

Limited to 15 - Registration 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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Butterfly Craft DIY

10:00am–4:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Captiva Memorial Library
Room: Children's Room (CV)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Make you own butterfly life cycle craft. While supplies last! 

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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

DIY UV Resin Craft

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (PI)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn all about the art of UV resin crafting and have fun testing it out! We will have supplies available to make necklaces, earrings, bookmarks and more! 

*Patrons may only register for one event in this series.

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.

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
Description:

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

This event is in the "Children" group

On the Table Activity-Pinwheel

05/26/2026 @ 10:30am–05/30/2026 @ 4:30pm
Children
Library Branch: Johann Fust Community Library
Room: Stacks Room (BG)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Make a colorful pinwheel craft.

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 "Teens" group
Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library
Room: Teen Zone (NW)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities
Event Details:

Teens ages 12–18 are invited to drop in to the Teen Zone between 2:00 p.m. –5:00 p.m. to celebrate the start of our 2026 Summer Reading Program with fun crafts and activities! 

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 "Children" group
Library Branch: Northwest Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room A (NW)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities, Performances
Event Details:

For ages 6-11. Calling all Dino-Detectives! Stomp on over for a Jurassic Summer Reading kickoff where you'll unearth prehistoric mysteries, craft undercover gadgets, and tackle action-packed dino stations.

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 "Children" group

Butterfly Craft DIY

10:00am–4:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Captiva Memorial Library
Room: Children's Room (CV)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Make you own butterfly life cycle craft. While supplies last! 

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

Perspective Drawing

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fort Myers Regional Library
Room: South Building, Meeting Room ABCD
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of drawing in perspective in a clear, approachable way. This class covers one-point and two-point perspective—and yes, it’s more fun (and easier) than it sounds.

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

Knit and Stitch

5:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (EC)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

 

A casual, self-guided group for knitting, crochet and other needle arts. Join in 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.

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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Beginner Printmaking

2:00pm–3:30pm
Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Fort Myers Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (NF)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Interested in discovering a new hobby? Join us to learn the basics of relief printmaking! Relief printmaking is an ancient technique where an image is etched onto a surface, leaving the raised areas to be inked for printing - just like a stamp.

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 "Children" group

Butterfly Craft DIY

10:00am–4:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Captiva Memorial Library
Room: Children's Room (CV)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Make you own butterfly life cycle craft. While supplies last! 

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

East County Summer Reading Kickoff Party

12:00pm–3:00pm
Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Youth Services Area (EC)
Age Group: Birth to Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Lifestyle, Games & Activities, Performances
Event Details:

Everyone (ages 0 to 99) is invited to join us in celebrating the beginning of this year's Unearth a Story Summer Reading Program! Ongoing activities throughout the kickoff party include: signing up for ou

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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

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.  Crafts include Dig Up a Dinosaur where kids/teens become junior paleontologists, searching through sand to unco

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.