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Florida Shipwrecks

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Adults
Cancelled
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Library Branch: Captiva Memorial Library
Room: Captiva Civic Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performances, Genealogy & History
Event Details:

With more than 2000 documented shipwrecks in its waters, Florida ranks second in the U.S. only surpassed by Michigan. Join us for a look at thirty shipwrecks that influenced Florida history through the ages.

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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.

Documentary & Discussion: Zora Neale Hurston Claiming a Space

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (DB)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History
Event Details:

 Join us in watching this documentary about the life of famed author and anthropologist Zora Neale Hurston and enjoy a lively discussion afterwards. 

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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.

Documentary & Discussion: Gospel

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

Join us for a viewing of the miniseries documentary, “Gospel.”  A different episode will be shown on each of the four event nights. “Gospel” is hosted by scholar Henry Louis Gates, Jr. and explores the history of Black spirituality.

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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.

Online How To Get the Most Out of FamilySearch

10:00am - 11:15am
Adults
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Online Programming
Room: Live Event
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History, Live Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 36
Event Details:

FamilySearch is a goldmine of genealogy resources.  Unfortunately, an  estimated 80% of the records available have not been indexed and can't be found through a simple search.  So how can you access them?

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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.

Ostara-The Rites of Spring Presentation

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: East County Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (EC)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Authors & Writing, Genealogy & History
Event Details:

Come and learn about Ostara, the old Celtic celebration of the vernal (spring) equinox. Learn the myth, science, and history behind this old holiday that was a precursor to our modern holiday of Easter!

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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.

A 'Deep Dive' into Weeki Wachee Springs

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (DB)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History, Community & Lifestyle
Event Details:

From local swimming spot to roadside attraction to state park, the only constant at Weeki Wachee Springs over its 75 year history is the mermaid performances.

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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.

Documentary & Discussion: Zora Neale Hurston Claiming a Space

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (DB)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History
Event Details:

 Join us in watching this documentary about the life of famed author and anthropologist Zora Neale Hurston and enjoy a lively discussion afterwards. 

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.

Documentary & Discussion: Gospel

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

Join us for a viewing of the miniseries documentary, “Gospel.”  A different episode will be shown on each of the four event nights. “Gospel” is hosted by scholar Henry Louis Gates, Jr. and explores the history of Black spirituality.

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.

Photo and VHS Digitization

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Riverdale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (RL)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History, Technology & STEAM
Event Details:

Learn how to preserve cherished memories by digitizing old photos and VHS tapes.  Participants can explore various digitization equipment through live demonstrations and hands-on use.

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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.

War Machine: Philip II & Alexander the Great

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:

Everyone has heard of Alexander the Great but it was his father, Philip II, who created the world's greatest army his son used to such extraordinary success. Learn about the genius and audacity of Philip II and Alexander the Great.

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.

Documentary & Discussion: Jackie Robinson

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (DB)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies, Genealogy & History
Event Details:

Join us to watch an episode of Ken Burns' documentary Jackie Robinson and have a lively discussion afterwards. Jackie Robinson broke the color line by becoming the first African American to play in Major League Baseball.

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.

Documentary & Discussion: Gospel

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

Join us for a viewing of the miniseries documentary, “Gospel.”  A different episode will be shown on each of the four event nights. “Gospel” is hosted by scholar Henry Louis Gates, Jr. and explores the history of Black spirituality.

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.

Collier-Lee Honor Flight

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History, Community & Lifestyle
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:

Learn about Collier-Lee Honor Flight's program and how you can get involved. The program's mission is to transport local veterans to Washington, D.C., to visit memorials dedicated to honoring their service and sacrifice. 

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 Preserving Your Family History

10:00am - 11:30am
Adults
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Online Programming
Room: Live Event
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History, Live Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 99
Event Details:

Death is an inevitable fact of life.  For genealogists this is an issue that is a constant source of stress. “What do I do with all my stuff?

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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.

Library Genealogy E-sources

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Bonita Springs Public Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (BN)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:

The Lee County Library System has a robust collection of genealogy resources online. Learn what we have available to meet your research needs.

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.

Rising and Falling Waters: A History of the Calusa

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Pine Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (PI)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Join Adam Knight from the Fort Myers Beach Mound House to learn about the Calusa!

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.

Documentary & Discussion: Jackie Robinson

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (DB)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies, Genealogy & History
Event Details:

Join us to watch an episode of Ken Burns' documentary Jackie Robinson and have a lively discussion afterwards. Jackie Robinson broke the color line by becoming the first African American to play in Major League Baseball.

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.

Documentary & Discussion: Gospel

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

Join us for a viewing of the miniseries documentary, “Gospel.”  A different episode will be shown on each of the four event nights. “Gospel” is hosted by scholar Henry Louis Gates, Jr. and explores the history of Black spirituality.

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.

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 *Temporary Site *, Virtual Online Programming, System Wide Events
Description:

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

Documentary & Discussion: Jackie Robinson

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (DB)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies, Genealogy & History
Event Details:

Join us to watch an episode of Ken Burns' documentary Jackie Robinson and have a lively discussion afterwards. Jackie Robinson broke the color line by becoming the first African American to play in Major League Baseball.

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 - Tech Troubleshooting - What Would You Do?

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Online Programming
Room: Live Event
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History, Live Virtual
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Dealing with ever changing genealogical technologies that are constantly being upgraded is a hassle, especially if you are not a "digital native".

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.

Documentary & Discussion: Jackie Robinson

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (DB)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies, Genealogy & History
Event Details:

Join us to watch an episode of Ken Burns' documentary Jackie Robinson and have a lively discussion afterwards. Jackie Robinson broke the color line by becoming the first African American to play in Major League Baseball.

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.

Documentary & Discussion: Middle Florida's Hidden Roots

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (DB)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History
Event Details:

Join us to watch the Emmy-nominated PBS Documentary Invisible History: Middle Florida's Hidden Roots and stay for the lively discussion afterward.

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.

All Branches Closed - Independence 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 *Temporary Site *, Virtual Online Programming, System Wide Events
Description:

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