County library system providing virtual programs
The Lee County Library System, which includes the Captiva Memorial Library, is offering the following free virtual programming for all ages:
ADULT PROGRAMS
– May 26: Virtual Book Discussion for Adults at 10 a.m.
Calling all readers! A live virtual book discussion for adults. There is no assigned title. Instead, participants take turns sharing about the latest books that they have read. Advance registration required before May 26 at 10 a.m.
– May 26: Murder at the Library Book Club Author Presentation at 7 p.m.
In partnership with Sourcebooks, Baker & Taylor will host an exclusive live virtual book club event featuring award-winning author Sulari Gentill discussing her new novel, “Shanghai Secrets.” The book is this month’s “Murder at the Library” book club selection and is available in print throughout the library system and electronically as an ebook through Hoopla. Advance registration required.
– May 27: Tidy Up and Spark Joy with the KonMari Method at 2 p.m.
In the virtual presentation, attendees will learn the philosophy behind the KonMari Method and discover what it means to live a life that Sparks Joy. Shirt and pair of pants will be needed for a folding demonstration. A Q&A session will be held at the end of the program, and one attendee will win a free three-hour virtual tidying session. Advance registration required by May 27.
– May 28: Author Series with Karen White
With almost 2 million books in print in 15 different languages, Karen White is a New York Times and USA Today best-selling author of 27 novels, including the Charleston-set Tradd Street mystery series and her latest novel “The Last Night in London.” The presentation is part of an author series provided by the Florida Library Association, featuring award-winning and best-selling authors of various genres to inform, educate and entertain. Authors will spend time chatting about various topics, including: how they became a writer, their writing process, how libraries have impacted their career and audience Q&A.
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
– May 26: Storytime Anytime!
Enjoy storytime at home or on the go with Storytime Anytime! This is a condensed version of the in-person storytimes and includes a variety of songs, stories, rhymes and caregiver tips designed to promote and reinforce early literacy and language development.
– June 2: Storytime Anytime!
Enjoy storytime at home or on the go with Storytime Anytime! This is a condensed version of the in-person storytimes and includes a variety of songs, stories, rhymes and caregiver tips designed to promote and reinforce early literacy and language development.
For more information or to register for a program, visit leelibrary.librarymarket.com.
Download books, stream video and other online content at www.leelibrary.net.
The Captiva Memorial Library is open Tuesday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. It offers curbside hold pick up on Tuesday through Saturday.
The library will be closed on May 31 for Memorial Day.
To contact the island branch, call 239-533-4890.
Additional questions can be directed to 239-479-4636, text 239-204-5321, chat at leelibrary.net or email askalibrarian@leegov.com. Services are available 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday.
The Captiva Memorial Library is at 11560 Chapin Lane, Captiva.