Sanibel library offers range of programs and topics
The Sanibel Public Library provides a variety of programming for adults and children.
Children’s Book Bingo will be held on Jan. 2 from 1 to 2 p.m. Appropriate for ages 3 years and older, the program only requires matching skills. Snacks and prizes will be provided.
On Jan. 3, Family Storytime for ages 5 and under will take place from 10:30 to 11 a.m. 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.
Mario Kart Gaming Tournament will be held on Jan. 3 from 1 to 3 p.m. Youths can test their Mario Kart skills against fellow gamers. There will be prizes for first, second and third place winners. Snacks will be provided.
On Jan. 3, Vision 2025: A New Year, A New You will take place from 3 to 4:30 p.m. The hands-on workshop will guide participants in crafting a visual representation of their goals, dreams and intentions for the year ahead with a vision board. All supplies will be provided.
Mangroves and Resiliency will be held on Jan. 6 from 10 to 11 a.m. Conservancy of Southwest Florida biologist Vanessa Booher will give a presentation that will cover the types of mangroves and how they are important in a changing world.
On Dec. 7, Baby & Toddler Storytime and Playdate will take place from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Open to ages 4 and under, babies and their caregivers will take part in a short story time, sensory play, literacy activities and more.
Virtual Reality Reef Tour will be held on Jan. 7 from 11 a.m. to noon. Explore a vivid underwater world full of sea life with Coral Reef, Whale Encounter, and Deep Sea Experience. Open to ages 10 and older, the HTC Vive VR experience is five to 10 minutes. One user per session; first come, first served.
On Jan. 7, R.E.A.D. to Rizzo will take place from 3 to 4 p.m. Participants will practice reading and reading out loud with Rizzo, a trained Reading Education Assistance Dog (R.E.A.D.) therapy dog. Registration is required by contacting sgafgen@sanlib.org.
Footprints in The Sand: Memories of Ukraine will be held on Jan. 8 from 10 to 11 a.m. Participants will join Konstantin and Tatiana Tadenev as they look at the tragedy of the present war through the lens of their family.
On Jan. 8, Creative Writing Program will take place from 1 to 2 p.m. Attendees can bring their work to share and get feedback on, workshop their ideas, and have some dedicated time to work on new writing prompts and projects. The program is welcome to all ages, but caters towards an adult audience.
Crafternoon will be held on Jan. 8 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Open to ages 3 and older, participants will make a work of art. A variety of craft supplies will be available, along with examples and guidance.
For the most up-to-date information, visit the calendar at https://sanlib.org/.
From Jan. 3 at 9 a.m. through Jan. 10 at 5 p.m., the library will take registrations for its Author Series event with David Grann on Feb. 11. Utilizing a “lottery system” procedure, those selected to receive tickets will be notified with more information by the email provided during registration. For more information or to register, visit www.sanlib.org or call 239-472-2483.
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 library is open on 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. It will be closed on Jan. 1 for the New Year’s holiday.
For more information, call 239-472-2483 or visit https://sanlib.org/.
The Sanibel Public Library is at 770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel.