Sanibel library offers mix of programs
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 be held on July 15 at 2 p.m. and will feature New York Times-bestselling author Charles Soule. He will talk about his new novel, “The Endless Vessel.”
Soule is a novelist, comic book writer, musician and former attorney. While he has worked for DC and other publishers, he is best known for writing “Daredevil,” “She-Hulk,” “Death of Wolverine” and various “Star Wars” comics from Marvel Comics and his creator-owned series “Eight Billion Genies and Curse Words” (with Ryan Browne), “Undiscovered Country” (with Scott Snyder and Giuseppe Camuncoli), “Letter 44” (with Alberto Jimenez Alburquerque) and the Shrouded College series (with Will Sliney), which began with “Book I: Hell to Pay” in 2022. Soule released his first novel, “The Oracle Year,” in 2018 and his second one, “Anyone,” in 2019.
A question-and-answer session with the author will follow.
To register for the author talk, visit https://libraryc.org/sanlib/upcoming.
For help setting up or logging into webinars, contact notices@sanlib.org or 239-472-2483.
Locals and visitors ages baby to teen can sign up for the annual Summer Reading Program. Stop by or register with Beanstack at www.sanlib.org/children. Participants can pick up their registration gift.
The program will run from now through July 29.
Summer Book Bingo is a self-directed reading challenge for adults, with opportunities for prizes. Pick up your card at the library’s service desks or download it from the “News Blog” at www.sanlib.org.
Additionally, the library has scheduled upcoming programs.
Family Storytime for ages 5 and under will be held on July 12 at 10:30 a.m. with Megan Willis. Literacy is a family bonding experience with stories read aloud, followed by early literacy centers of play to flex minds, develop motor skills and increase creativity. Programs will include an art/craft center. Parents and caregivers should plan to be engaged with their child. An additional Family Storytime will take place on July 14 at 3 p.m. with a teacher from the Children’s Education Center.
On July 13, a Teen Potluck will take place for incoming grades 6-12 at 3 p.m. Participating teens can bring one of their family’s favorite mini-meals, snacks or desserts. There will be snacks provided and it is an opportunity to earn volunteer hours.
Stop by for Movie Monday on July 17 starting at 1 p.m. for a family-friendly film.
On July 18, Master Storyteller Windell Campbell will incorporate puppetry with the art of storytelling at 3 p.m. Attending children will be delighted with his use of props and other visuals, as well as audience participation, to bring his stories to life.
Programs are designed for children and accompanying adults.
For the most up-to-date information, visit the calendar at www.sanlib.org.
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 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
For more information, call 239-472-2483 or visit www.sanlib.org.
The Sanibel Public Library is at 770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel.