Register for programs on the first Monday of each month:
September 13, October 4, November 1 & December 6.
Road to Reading
Wednesday, September 1 to Monday, November 1
“Road to Reading” encourages parents to participate in a variety of activities with their children. Children birth to 6 years who are not yet in first grade may participate. There will be prizes.
Play ‘n’ Learn
Join your child for a half hour of activities that will engage the attention of the children while the parents/caregivers learn some essential early literacy skills. Each child who attends will receive a free book.
Play ‘n’ Learn 1
Thursday, September 16, 11:30 a.m.-noon, ages birth-15 months.
Play ‘n’ Learn 2
Thursday, September 23, 11:30 a.m.-noon, ages 16 months-2 years.
Play ‘n’ Learn 3
Thursday, September 30, 11:30 a.m.-noon, ages 3-5 years.
Pups ‘n’ Books
Saturdays, September 18, October 16 & November 20, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Sign up to read to a dog or just to pet one. All ages.
Conejitos con Fany (Little Bunnies with Fany) - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Friday, September 24, 10-10:30 a.m. or 10:30-11 a.m.
Fany Curzon will present a fun, introductory class in Spanish for “little bunnies.” Ages 2-6 years.
Sing ‘n’ Learn
Mondays, September 27, October 25 & November 29, 10:30-11 a.m.
This music-rich program encourages early literacy skills with stories, songs, rhymes, chants and instruments. Register the first Monday of the month. Ages 2-6 years.
Young Einstein
Monday, September 27, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Explore science through a variety of fun experiments. Ages 5-6 years.
Read for the Record
Thursday, October 7, 11:30 a.m.-noon
Join children around the world in reading The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats. Be a part of this exciting event. We will also make an edible craft. Ages 2-6 years.
Baby Signs
Friday, October 15, 10:30-11 a.m.
Local baby sign language teachers, Jessica Harris and Marissa Pendley will present an overview of the signs that you can use with your baby. Ages 6-24 months.
WordFriends
Monday, October 18, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
They are animals whose bodies are made up of the letters that spell the word they are. Learn about them in this program and get excited about reading! Ages 4-6 years.
Halloween Party
Monday, October 25, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Wear your costume and march in the parade. Make crafts. Have fun! Ages 18 months-5 years.
Bug Workshop
Monday, November 8, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Explore the creepy world of bugs with crafts and activities. Ages 3-6 years.
Art Explosion
Monday, November 15, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Learn a variety of artistic techniques and create your own masterpieces. Grades K through 5.
Little DaVinci: Exploring the World through Art and Science - “Do You Hear What I Hear?”
Friday, November 19, 10:30-11 a.m.
We will have stories, songs, science and art about sounds. Ages 2-6 years.
Family Gingerbread House Workshops
Mondays, December 13 or 20, 5:30-6:15 p.m. or 6:45-7:30 p.m.
Decorate a cookie house with delicious treats. Choose your date and time Ages 2 years and older.
Drop-In Crafter’s Choice
Tuesday, December 28 & Thursday, December 30, 10 a.m.-noon
Stop by and make a craft or two. All ages. Registration is not required.
Edible Winter Crafts Workshop
Wednesday, December 29, 10-10:45 a.m. or 11-11:45 a.m.
This will be a delicious way to enjoy winter. Ages 5-9 years.
IMMOKALEE - 417 North 1ST ST - 657-2882
STORYTIME - Registration required; beings Monday, Aug. 23
Storytime begins Wednesday, Sept. 1 |
DAY |
TIME |
| Combined Story Time, 10 months – 5 years |
Wednesdays |
9:30 a.m. |
| Pajama Story Time, 10 months - 5 years |
Thursdays |
6 p.m. |
Registration for all programs begins Monday, August 23
A Tour of Hispanic Heritage
Thursday, September 16, 5:30-6:45 p.m.
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage through stories, crafts, food and more! Ages 4 years and older.
Read for the Record
Thursday, October 7, 6-6:30 p.m.
Join children around the world in reading The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats. Be a part of this exciting event. We will also make an edible craft. Ages 2-6 years.
Creepy, Crawly Fun Night
Thursday, October 28, 6-6:45 p.m.
Read a story and create creepy, crawly treats. Ages 4 years and older.
El Día de los Muertos
Monday, November 1, 5-6:45 p.m.
Learn about the traditional Mexican festival honoring the memories of departed relatives and friends. Decorate sugar skulls and spend time remembering. Stories and crafts for the entire family. A Special Remembrance Ceremony sponsored by Avow Hospice will culminate the event. All ages.
A Bountiful Table
Thursday, November 18, 6-6:45 p.m.
Make decorations and crafts for your Thanksgiving table. Ages 4 years and older.
Holiday Decoration Workshop
Thursday, December 2, 6-6:45 p.m.
Come to the library and design your own stocking, create a wreath and trim the tree with ornaments. Ages 4 years and older.
Holiday Gift Workshop
Thursday, December 9, 6-6:45 p.m.
Read about the importance of giving and make a holiday gift for Mom and Dad. Ages 4 years and older.
Here Comes Santa Claus
Thursday, December 16, 6-6:45 p.m.
Santa Claus is coming to your library, so come and whisper what you want for Christmas.
Don’t forget your camera! All ages.
MARCO ISLAND - 210 S. Heathwood Drive - 394-3272
STORYTIMES - no registration required
Storytimes begin Thursday, Sept. 9 |
DAY |
TIME |
| Family Story Time (16 mos. - 5 years) |
Thursdays |
10:30 a.m. |
Registration for all programs begins Monday, August 23
Afterschool Adventures: Butterfly, Butterfly
Thursday, September 9, 4-5 p.m.
Join Trisha Aldridge, from 4-H Extension Services and explore the life cycle of a butterfly. The program concludes with a delicious edible craft. Grades K through 5
Diary of a Wimpy Kid
Thursday, September 16, 4-5 p.m.
Come have some fun like the Wimpy Kid would. Play some wacky games and start your own Wimpy Kid diary. Grades 3 through 5.
Read for the Record
Thursday, October 7, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Join children around the world in reading The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats. Be a part of this exciting event. We will also make an edible craft. Ages 2-6 years.
Afterschool Adventures: Gross Me Out!
Thursday, October 14, 4-5 p.m.
Ewww! Yuck! Have some slimey, gooey fun with repulsive stories, crafts and food. Grades K through 5.
Halloween Party
Tuesday, October 26, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Wear your costume and march in the parade. Make crafts. Have fun! Ages 18 months -5 years.
Magic by John!
Thursday, November 18, 6-6:45 p.m.
Books and magic combine for a fun evening. Don’t miss John Robert’s illusions. Ages 3-8 years.
Afterschool Adventures: Recycled Crafts
Thursday, December 9, 4-5 p.m.
Make exciting crafts and gifts out of recyclable materials. Grades K through 5.
Gingerbread House Workshop
Thursday, December 16, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Decorate a cookie house with delicious treats. Ages 3 years and older.
NAPLES REGIONAL - 650 Central AVE - 262-6853
STORYTIME - no registration required
Storytimes begin Wednesday, Sept. 1 |
DAY |
TIME |
| Toddler Story Time (16 mos. - 3 yrs.) |
Tuesdays
Wednesdays |
10:30 a.m. |
| Preschool Story Time (3-5 years) |
Thursdays |
11 |
| Make & Take craft (3-5 years) |
Friday |
all day |
Read for the Record
Thursday, October 7, 11 a.m.-noon
Join children around the world in reading The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats. Be a part of this exciting event. We will also make an edible craft. Ages 2-6 years.
Crafty Kids - Grades 1 through 5.
Halloween Crafts
Wednesday, October 20, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Make spooky crafts and use them to decorate your room.
Cornhusk Doll Making
Wednesday, November 17, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Make cornhusk dolls just like the American colonists did.
Winter Holiday Crafts
Wednesday, December 15, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Celebrate the holidays at the library! Make decorations and gifts to surprise your family!
Monday Night Specials
Teddy Bear Party
Monday, September 27, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Bring your teddy bear for an evening of fun. We’ll have a story, crafts and games. All ages.
Fall Festival and Costume Party
Monday, October 25, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Come dressed for a howling good time with games, a costume contest, food, and fun. All ages.
Wizard Workshop - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Monday, November 15, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Astound your friends and amaze your neighbors with magic tricks and showmanship you’ll learn from Magic by John! Ages 5-7 years.
Thanksgiving Crafts
Monday, November 22, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Make traditional colonial crafts. Grades 1 through 5.
Gingerbread House Workshop
Monday, December 20, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Decorate a cookie house with delicious treats. Grades 1 through 5.
SOUTH REGIONAL - 8065 Lely Cultural Parkway- 252-7542
STORYTIME - Registration required
Storytimes begin Tuesday, Sept. 7 |
DAY |
TIME |
| Mother Goose story time (3 to 15 mos.) |
Mondays |
9:30 a.m. |
| Toddler TIme (16 mos. to 3 yrs.) |
Tuesdays |
10 |
| Preschooler Story Time (3 to 5 years) |
Tuesdays |
10:30 |
Road to Reading
Wednesday, September 1-Monday, November 1
“Road to Reading” encourages parents to participate in a variety of activities with their children. Children birth to 6 years who are not yet in first grade may participate. There will be prizes.
Afterschool Adventures: Butterfly, Butterfly
Wednesday, September 8, 4-5 p.m.
Join Trisha Aldridge, from 4-H Extension Services and explore the life cycle of a butterfly. The program concludes with a delicious edible craft. Grades K through 5
Diary of a Wimpy Kid
Tuesday, September 14, 2-3 p.m.
Come have some fun like the Wimpy Kid would. Play some wacky games and start your own Wimpy Kid diary. Grades 3 through 5.
Sidewalk Chalk Art Show
Saturday, September 25, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Bring the whole family to create a masterpiece in chalk on the sidewalks around the South Regional Library. All ages.
Baby Signs
Monday, October 4, 9:30-10 a.m.
Jessica Harris conducts a short workshop in Baby Sign Language and teacs ways to help your baby communicate without words by simply using their hands. This workshop is for parents and caregivers along with their babies.
Read for the Record
Thursday, October 7, 6-6:45 p.m.
Join children around the world in reading The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats. Be a part of this exciting event. We will also make an edible craft. Ages 2-6 years.
Afterschool Adventures: Gross Me Out!
Wednesday, October 13, 4-5 p.m.
Ewww! Yuck! Have some slimey, gooey fun with repulsive stories, crafts and food.
Grades K through 5.
Halloween Party
Monday, October 25, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Wear your costume and march in the parade. Make crafts. Have fun! Ages 18 months-5 years.
Amazing World of Reptiles - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Wednesday, November 3, 5:45-6:45 p.m.
Snakes, turtles, lizards and more! Bring the whole family and discover the fascinating and exciting world of reptiles with John Storms as your guide. All ages.
Hands are for Helping not Hitting
Saturday, November 6, 10-11 a.m.
Learn new ways to deal with your anger and discover all the useful things hands can do.
Ages 4-7 years.
Afterschool Adventures: Shy Wolf Sanctuary - sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Wednesday, November 10, 4-5 p.m.
Experience a live wolf and learn more about this endangered animal. Grades K through 5.
Afterschool Adventures: Recycled Crafts
Wednesday, December 8, 4-5 p.m.
Make exciting crafts and gifts out of recyclable materials. Grades K through 5.
Gingerbread House Workshop
Saturday, December 18, 1-2 p.m.
Decorate a cookie house with delicious treats. Ages 3 years and older.
VANDERBILT BEACH - 1445 Vanderbilt Beach Rd. - 597-8444
STORYTIME - no registration required
Storytimes begin Monday, Sept. 13 |
DAY |
TIME |
| Drop-in Activity time (16 months-5 years |
Mondays |
10:30 a.m |
Registration for all programs begins Monday, August 23
Creepy Crawlies
Tuesday, September 21, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
4-H staff will take us inside the world of bugs with Build-a-Bug, Insect Olympics and other fun activities. Grades K through 5.
Read for the Record
Thursday, October 7, 3:30-4 p.m.
Join children around the world in reading The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats. Be a part of this exciting event. We will also make an edible craft. Ages 2-6 years.
Halloween Party
Tuesday, October 26, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Wear your costume and march in the parade. Make crafts. Have fun! Ages 18 months-5 years.
Family Fall Craft Workshop
Tuesday, November 16, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Stop by and make a craft to decorate for Thanksgiving and fall. All ages.
Edible Winter Crafts Workshop
Tuesday, December 21, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
This will be a delicious way to enjoy winter. Ages 5-9 years.