May programs, activities set at Pine Island Public Library

Next month’s roster of activities at the Pine Island Public Library offers topics for all ages The following programs are free to the public

Adult Programs

Download Drop-In

3 p m , Thursdays, May 11, 25

Receive personalized help downloading e-books, movies, music and more from Overdrive/Libby and Hoopla, two of L e e C o u n t y L i b r a r y S y s t e m ’ s l a r g e s t online content providers Bring your fully charged digital device for this hands-on help session Note: Please bring any passwords you may need for downloading apps K indle us er s w ill als o need an Amazon account and their password for accessing it

Hot Mess Flower Painting

9:30 a.m., Saturday, May 13

We will be making flower paintings using a simple colorful dot work painting technique and floral stencils This fun craft is perfect for beginners Supplies will be provided Registration is required

Tech Thursdays: One-on-One Help

3:30 p m , Thursday, May 18

Need help with a laptop, tablet or ereader? Are you looking to gain basic computer skills? We can help Bring your fully charged device and any passwords for a 15-minute, one-on-one technology session

Children’s Programs

Family Storytime

10:30 a.m., Tuesday, May 2

For ages up to 5 years and caregivers Families with young children enjoy a variety of stories, songs, rhymes and movement

My Gal & Me Tea Party

10:30 a.m., Tuesday, May 9

Bring your favorite gal, wear your fanciest hat and join us as we celebrate mothers We will read stories, play games and make a craft Light tea party refreshments will be served

Literacy Fun at the Library

10:30 a m , Tuesday, May 16

Preschoolers will love practicing their letters and writing on the AquaDoodle mats along with other early literacy activities that support pre-writing skills

Teen Programs

Download Drop-In 3 p.m., Thursdays, May 11, 25

Receive personalized help downloading e-books, movies, music and more from Overdrive/Libby and Hoopla, two of L e e C o u n t y L i b r a r y S y s t e m ’ s l a r g e s t online content providers. Bring your fully charged digital device for this hands-on help session Note: Please bring any passwords you may need for downloading apps K indle us er s w ill als o need an Amazon account and their password for accessing it

Tech Thursdays: One-on-One Help

3:30 p m , Thursday, May 18

Need help with a laptop, tablet or ereader? Are you looking to gain basic computer skills? We can help. Bring your fully charged device and any passwords for a 15-minute, one-on-one technology session

T h e P i n e I s l a n d P u b l i c L i b r a r y i s l o c a t e d a t 1 0 7 0 1 R u s s e l l R o a d i n Bokeelia For more information about a program or to register, please call the library at 239- 533-4350 Check the Lee C o u n t y L i b r a r y S y s t e m ’ s w e b s i t e a t www leelibrary net to find out about programs at other locations Call the host library, or Telephone Reference at 239479-INFO (4636), for more information about a specific program

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Kiwanis Scholarship applications available

The Kiwanis Club of Greater Pine Island will again be providing scholarships to Pine Island students as it has for the past 40 years

To qualify, each student must meet the following criteria: Be a resident of Pine I s l a n d o r h a v e a t t e n d e d P i n e I s l a n d Elementary School The applicant must either be a senior in high school or a high school graduate either already in a post high school program or going to one The applicant must also need financial assistance

Application forms are available at the following locations: Century 21 Office, 10191 Stringfellow Road, St James City, or Pine Island Public Library or it can be downloaded from the Kiwanis website: PineIslandKiwanis.org. The deadline for turning in the applications is May 3, 2023 at the Century 21 Office or they may be mailed (postmarked no later than May 3, 2023 to Scholarship Chairman, P O Box 111, St James City, FL 33956

The Kiwanis Club of Greater Pine Island is proud to offer scholarships every year to deserving island students who are furthering their education This is one of the many ways the club gives back to the community Please contact scholarship c o m m i t t e e c h a i r C a r l y n H e r r i n g 2 3 9850-9613 if you have any questions