County library system providing virtual programming
The Lee County Library System, which includes the Captiva Memorial Library, is offering the following free virtual programming for all ages:
ADULT PROGRAMS
– June 30: 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 June 30 at 10 a.m.
– June 30: 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 USA Today bestselling author Carter Wilson discussing his new novel, “The Dead Husband.” The book is this month’s “Murder at the Library” book club selection and is available in print throughout the library system and as an eBook on Hoopla. Advance registration required.
– July 6: Land, Licenses, Love Gone Wrong, and Other Assorted Court Records at 10 a.m.
Lecture explores the vast array of informational resources available in courthouse records and how they can impact genealogical research. Presenter is Ann Staley, with the Florida State Genealogy Society and the Association of Professional Genealogists. Advance registration required.
CHILDREN PROGRAMS
– June 30: Meet the Author
Kate Messner is passionately curious and writes books for kids who wonder, too. Her titles include award-winning picture books like “Over and Under the Pond,” “Up in the Garden” and “Down in the Dirt,” “The Brilliant Deep” and “How to Read a Story.” During the interview, we’ll talk about two books in Messner’s Over and Under series.
– July 1: Coffee Filter Fish
With some water-based markers and a little H2O, coffee filters are transformed into colorful fish.
– July 2: Meet Yasu Ishida
Yasu Ishida is an award-winning performer who combines traditional Japanese theatre, music, origami, magic and storytelling into one-of-a-kind performances. Ishida will share an excerpt of his show and teach children how make origami water creatures.
– July 5: Such a Library!
A live action-animated show about a wacky librarian, a magic book and, of course, lots of animals. Based on the book “Such a Library!” by Jill Ross Nadler, also known as Page Turner.
– July 6: Pet Pop-Up Books
With an old file folder and a pair of scissors, children can create their own magical pop-up books. Grab and Go Activity Kits with supplies for the craft are available at all library locations beginning on July 3, while supplies last.
BIRTH TO PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS
– June 30: 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 July 5 for Independence 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.