Sanibel library offers range of programs and topics
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 March 20 at 2 p.m. with award-winning journalist and author Clara Bingham. She will chat about her new book, “The Movement: How Women’s Liberation Transformed America, 1963-1973.” Bingham also authored “Witness to the Revolution” and “Women on the Hill” and co-authored “Class Action.” A former Washington, D.C., correspondent for Newsweek, her writing has appeared in Vanity Fair, The Guardian and The Daily Beast, among others.
To register for the author talks, visit https://libraryc.org/sanlib/upcoming.
Additionally, the library has the following programs scheduled:
Surviving the Storms — Hurricanes, Humans & Wildlife will be held on March 19 from 10 a.m. to noon with Charles Sobczak. The in-depth presentation will look at the impact major hurricanes have had on properties, landscapes and wildlife. An award-winning author of fiction and non-fiction, he has been a featured speaker with Road Scholars for more than 20 years. Sobczak has also appeared on Book TV and has lectured for such organizations as the Conservancy of Southwest Florida, Harvard Club and “Ding” Darling Wildlife Society-Friends of the Refuge.
On March 19, Dog Man Movie Party will take place from 1 to 3 p.m. Open to youths of all ages, participants will enjoy “Dog Man” themed activities and snacks while watching the movie.
Crafternoon will be held on March 19 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Open to ages 3 and older, make a work of art. A variety of craft supplies will be available, along with examples and guidance.
On March 20, Mocktails and Masterpieces will take place from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Participants will discover their inner mixologist as they craft delicious, non alcoholic beverages using fresh ingredients and fun flavors.
Family Storytime for ages 5 and under will be held on March 21 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.
On March 21, Petals & Pages: A Library & Garden Club Collaboration will take place from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Explore the partnership between the library and the Shell Islands Garden Club. Participants will hear about past collaborations, from the “Art in Bloom” exhibits to the floral arrangements that brighten the library. A club member will also share floral expertise, including how to create a floral arrangement with easy-to-find materials.
Experience the Magic of 3D Printing will be held on March 21 from 2 to 3 p.m. At the interactive open lab, participants will watch objects materialize layer by layer. During the drop-in session, they will see live demonstrations, explore printed objects and get questions answered by tech specialists. Open to ages 10 and older.
On March 21, Chess Open — Play will take place from 3 to 5 p.m. Open for all ages, there will be supplemental instruction for beginners as needed. Snacks will be provided.
Tales and Treats — Kids and Tweens will be held on March 22 from 1 to 2 p.m. Participants can share their favorite books, discover new ones and talk about all things reading. Snacks and drinks will be provided.
On March 22, Tales and Treats — Young Adults will take place from 3 to 4 p.m. Participants can share their favorite books, discover new ones and talk about all things reading. Snacks and drinks will be provided.
Baby & Toddler Storytime and Playdate will be held on March 25 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.
On March 25, Tween Scene will take place from 2:45 to 4 p.m. Open to ages 8-13, the program will offer crafts, games, movie time and more. Snacks and drinks will be provided.
Sanibel History in the National Archives will be held on March 26 from 10 to 11 a.m. with Ken Burgener. The history of Sanibel is kept in Washington, D.C., at two different locations: the National Archives and Library of Congress. The program will provide information on how Sanibel’s history is kept, from over 150 years ago, up to the present. Information about the design and building of the lighthouse that has been cataloged and stored in several places in D.C. He will talk about the process of finding and looking at letters, drawings, maps and photograph that are not yet available online.
On March 26, Crafternoon will take place from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Open to ages 3 and older, 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/.
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.
For more information, call 239-472-2483 or visit https://sanlib.org/.
The Sanibel Public Library is at 770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel.