SANIBEL PUBLIC LIBRARY The Sanibel Public Library will host a virtual author talk on May 8 with Nina Simon.

The Sanibel Public Library provides a variety of programming for adults and children.

With support from the Sanibel Public Library Foundation, the library has launched a series of virtual author talks to include bestselling authors and thought leaders. The next one will take place on May 8 at 7 p.m. with New York Times-bestselling debut author Nina Simon. She will talk about her first novel, “Mother-Daughter Murder Night.”

Simon writes crime fiction about strong women. “Mother-Daughter Murder Night” is a Reese’s Book Club pick and “Best of 2023” selection for Amazon, Barnes & Noble, CrimeReads and LibraryJournal. Simon previously wore many hats: NASA engineer, slam poet, game designer, museum director and nonprofit chief executive officer. Her work on community participation in museums, libraries, parks and theaters has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, NPR and TEDx stage.

A question-and-answer session with the author will follow.

To register for the author talk, visit https://libraryc.org/sanlib/upcoming.

SANIBEL PUBLIC LIBRARY Crafternoon with Ms. Shannon will be held on May 8 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at the Sanibel Public Library.

Crafternoon with Ms. Shannon will take place on May 8 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Ages 4 and up and their caregiver can join staffer Shannon Gafgen to make a work of art. A variety of craft supplies will be available, along with examples of craft options to complete.

On March 10, Family Storytime for ages 5 and under and their caregiver will be held from 10:30 to 11 a.m. with Gafgen. Sing, read, question and move around during the stories, followed by early literacy centers of play to flex minds, motor skills and creativity. The program will include an art/craft center.

Crafternoon with Ms. Shannon will take place on May 15 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Ages 4 and up and their caregiver can join Gafgen to make a work of art. A variety of craft supplies will be available, along with examples of craft options to complete.

For the most up-to-date information, visit the calendar at https://sanlib.org/.

In addition, the library is getting a new roof. The parking garage and other areas may be blocked off for safety and, at times, there may be loud construction noise. Visitors are advised to use caution. The major project is predicted to be completed within three to four weeks. Officials thanked the public for its understanding during the work.

SANIBEL PUBLIC LIBRARY The Sanibel Public Library will offer Family Storytime on May 10 from 10:30 to 11 a.m.

Library cards are available to residents of Sanibel and Lee County at no charge. Visitor library cards are available for a $10 annual fee.

The Sanibel Public Library is open Mondays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For more information, call 239-472-2483 or visit https://sanlib.org/.

The Sanibel Public Library is at 770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel.