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 May 19 at 2 p.m. with international bestseller Nir Eyal, author of “Beyond Belief.” Grounded in neuroscience, psychology and case studies, he introduces in his new book the Three Powers of Belief: Attention, Anticipation, and Agency. Attendees will learn how to: spot hidden opportunities and solutions others overlook; reclaim their mood, energy,and confidence by reshaping their beliefs; stay calm, decisive and in control when life feels uncertain; break free from beliefs that sabotage their health, relationships and career; and push further, last longer and achieve beyond their limits.
Eyal writes, consults and teaches about the intersection of psychology, technology and human potential. He previously taught at the Stanford Graduate School of Business and the Hasso Plattner Institute of Design at Stanford. Eyal is the author of the international bestsellers “Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products” and “Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life,” which have sold over 1 million copies in more than 30 languages. As an active angel investor, he has backed multi-billion-dollar companies that implement his methodologies, including Canva, Kahoot! and others. In addition to blogging, Eyal’s writing has been featured in The New York Times and Harvard Business Review, and he is a regular contributor to Psychology Today.
To register for the author talk, visit https://libraryc.org/sanlib/upcoming.
Additionally, the library has the following programs scheduled:
Crafternoon: Origami Paper Orbs will take place on May 13 from 3 to 4 p.m. Open to ages 5 and older, participants will make a magical origami sphere. A variety of craft supplies will be available, along with examples and guidance.
On May 15, AI Open Lab will be held from 11 a.m. to noon. Participants will get hands-on help using ChatGPT or Claude, including having questions answered and guidance provided. Explore real examples, like writing, homework help and creative projects.
Crafternoon: Drawing will take place on May 20 from 3 to 4 p.m. Open to ages 5 and older, participants will learn to draw. A variety of books and supplies will be available, along with examples and guidance.
WEEKLY PROGRAMMING
– Family Storytime: Fridays and Tuesdays from 10:30 to 11 a.m.
Bring the whole family to enjoy stories, songs, movement and early literacy play centers that spark creativity and motor skills. Open to babies and toddlers and their caregivers.
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, visit https://sanlib.org/ or call 239-472-2483.
The Sanibel Public Library is at 770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel.