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 hosts a series of virtual author talks to include bestselling authors and thought leaders. The next ones will take place on June 18 at 2 p.m. with Ted Page and on June 23 at 2 p.m. with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy.
Join a conversation with storyteller, author and blogger Page as he chats about his book, “Good Grandpa: Stories from the Heart of Grandfatherhood.” It has been featured on NBC’s The TODAY Show and NPR and in Forbes Magazine. His nonfiction stories have appeared in Boston Magazine and the Boston Globe Magazine, and his comedy screen credits include work with John Cleese and Florence Henderson. Page’s blog for grandfathers has been featured in The New York Times. His book of true family stories, “The Willoughby Chronicles,’ was published in 2017.
Join a chat with Javeri Kadri and Loupy about “The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook.” Javeri Kadri is founder and chief executive officer of Diaspora Co., a farm-to-table spice company that puts equity, transparency and high-quality products at its forefront. She founded it in 2017 with just a turmeric blend; now it sources 30 single origin spices from across 150 farms across India and Sri Lanka. Loupy is a recipe developer and writer with over a decade of experience in the specialty food industry, from cheese monger to grocery buyer and e-commerce manager. She has written for Bon Appétit, Food52, Epicurious and more.
To register for the author talk, visit https://libraryc.org/sanlib/upcoming.
Additionally, the library has the following programs scheduled:
Chess & Checkers Extravaganza will take place on June 17 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Open to all ages, checkers and the large-size chess sets will be available to play.
On June 17, Crafternoon: Magic Patterns will be held from 3 to 4 p.m. Open to ages 5 and older, participants will learn a simple trick to make cool pattern art. Supplies and guidance will be provided.
The Life and Death of General George Armstrong Custer will take place on June 18 from 11 a.m. to noon. Edison and Ford Winter Estates Museum Manager Holly Shaffer will share the story of George Armstrong Custer, who died at the age of 36. Attendees will learn about his academic career at West Point and his time as a U.S. Army officer and cavalry commander in the American Civil War and the American Indian Wars. Custer achieved lasting fame after his death at the Battle of Little Bighorn. His wife, Libby, advanced his fame with the publication of several books about her late husband.
On June 19, Teen Movie Night will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. The featured film will be “Isle of Dogs.” Open to ages 12 and older, hang out with friends, watch a movie, have some snacks, and relax.
Pirate Storytime will take place on June 19 from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Participants will sing, read, question and move around during the stories, followed by early literacy centers of play to flex minds, motor skills and creativity. Open to babies to age 5 and families, it includes an art/craft center.
On June 20, Science Saturday: Ice Cream will be held from 11 a.m. to noon. Participants will learn the science behind ice cream and discover how to make their own. All ingredients and guidance will be provided.
Football Storytime will take place on June 23 from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Participants will sing, read, question and move around during the stories, followed by early literacy centers of play to flex minds, motor skills and creativity. Open to babies to age 5 and families, it includes an art/craft center.
On June 24, Crafternoon: Jigsaw Puzzles will be held from 3 to 4 p.m. Open to ages 5 and older, participants will create a jigsaw puzzle. A variety of 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 Monday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
For more information, visit https://sanlib.org/ or call 239-472-2483.
The Sanibel Public Library is at 770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel.