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Sanibel library offers range of programs and topics

By SANIBEL PUBLIC LIBRARY 2 min read
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SANIBEL PUBLIC LIBRARY The Sanibel Public Library will present a virtual author talk on Aug. 25 with Beronda L. Montgomery.

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 one will take place on Aug. 25 at 2 p.m. with award-winning plant biologist Beronda L. Montgomery, Ph.D., author of “When Trees Testify: Science, Wisdom, History, and America’s Black Botanical Legacy.” She will talk about her book during an insightful discussion about Black history and botanical mastery.

Montgomery is a writer, researcher and scholar who pursues a common theme of understanding how individuals perceive, respond to and are impacted by the environments in which they exist. Her primary laboratory-based research has been focused on the responses of photosynthetic organisms (i.e., plants and cyanobacteria) to external light cues. Additionally, Montgomery pursues this theme in the context of effective mentoring and leadership of individuals, and the role of innovative leaders in supporting success. She also authored the book “Lessons From Plants.”

To register for the author talk, visit https://libraryc.org/sanlib/upcoming.

Additionally, the library has the following programs scheduled:

Crafternoon will take place on Aug. 19 from 3 to 4 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.

On Aug. 26, Crafternoon will be held from 3 to 4 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.

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.

To reach SANIBEL PUBLIC LIBRARY, please email