July programs set at Cape Coral Lee County Public Library

Next month’s roster of activities at Cape Coral Lee County Public Library offers topics for all ages The following activities are free to the public:

Adult Programs

Book Discussion: “A Man Called Ove” by Fredrik Backman

11 a.m., Wednesday, July 5

Ove's grief over his wife's death, along with a lifetime of other losses, has turned him into a sad and bitter curmudgeon To make matters worse, his plan to end his own life is continually derailed by happenings in the neighborhood Thanks to his new neighbors, Ove discovers a new world that is not only messy, loud and full of mistakes, but also full of love, friendship and a connection worth sticking around for

Crafts at Cape: DIY Macramé Feather

11 a.m., Thursday, July 6

Beginners will receive an introduction to macramé by creating a feather wall display Instructions and supplies will be provided Space is limited to 20 Registration is required and is guaranteed until the start of the program

English Café

10 a.m., Fridays, July 7, 14, 21, 28

6 p.m., Tuesdays, July 11, 18, 25

Free informal, conversation sessions for adult ESOL/ESL students

Crafts at Cape: Christmas in July 11 a m , Thursday, July 20

Celebrate Christmas in July by creating v a r i o u s t h e m e d c r a f t s S u p p l i e s a n d instructions will be provided Space is limited to 20 Registration is required and is guaranteed until the start of the program

Children’s Programs

Kids Read Down Fines

1-2 p m , Saturday, July 1

Children and teens can earn a $2 credit on overdue fines for every 15 minutes they read in the designated area for a total of $8 in one session Please bring your library card and come to the Youth Services desk to register

Tangle of Tales

11 a.m., Monday, July 10

A taste of the familiar and a touch of the new. It's Tangle of Tales, the imaginative c r e a t i o n o f G r e y S e a l P u p p e t s T h r e e favorite folk tales from around the world come to life: “The Frog Prince” from Germany teaches the importance of a promise, “Three Billy Goats Gruff” from Scandinavia warns us against gluttony and “The Three Little Pigs” from England is all about doing the job right Registration is required and is valid until the start of the program For ages 6-11

Little Racers

11 a.m., Wednesday, July 12

Zip and zoom around the room with toy cars and handmade race tracks For children through age 5 No registration is required but space is limited Tickets are available 30 minutes before the start of the program

Family Gaming Afternoon

1 p.m., Saturday, July 15

Challenge your family and friends to a variety of board games For children and teens through age 18.

Storytelling Together with Windell Campbell

11 a m , Monday, July 17

Experience the art of puppetry with the art of storytelling This program uses songs, props and audience participation to bring stories to life Registration is required and is valid until the start of the program For ages 6-11

Summertime Storytime

11 a.m. Wednesday, July 19

Join us, for this family event where we w i l l s h a r e s t o r i e s , m u s i c , m o v e m e n t , rhymes and activities For children through age 5 No registration is required but space is limited Tickets are available 30 minutes before the start of the program

Family Gaming Morning

10 a.m., Saturday, July 22

Challenge your family and friends to a variety of board games For children and teens through age 18

Operation Kindness: A Captain Friendship Adventure

11 a m , Monday, July 24

Join us for a live action theatre performance just for children The Menace of Meanness is threatening to take over the world and only one super-duo has a chance to stop them - Captain Friendship and the Amazing Amigo The Menace is a dangerous, shadowy figure who creeps up on our friends when they least expect it, bullying and pressuring them into behaving very badly. Captain Friendship must fearlessly oppose this villain and help all of our young audiences learn that they, too, can m a s t e r t h e M e n a c e o f M e a n n e s s

Registration is required and is valid until the start of the program For ages 6-11

Bubble-tastic Dance Party

11 a m , Wednesday, July 26

Shake your sillies out at the library Get ready to twist and shout at this special bubble dance party We'll boogie down to pop hits and favorite preschool tunes For children through age 5 Dress for mess No registration is required but space is limited Tickets are available 30 minutes before the start of the program

Teen Programs

Kids Read Down Fines

1-2 p m , Saturday, July 1

Children and teens can earn a $2 credit on overdue fines for every 15 minutes they read in the designated area for a total of $8 in one session Please bring your library card and come to the Youth Services desk to register

Interactive Movie

2 p.m., Tuesday, July 11

Get ready for some throwback tunes and futuristic fun during this interactive movie viewing Inside your prop bag will be an interactive script, favorite candies from the '80s and more All supplies provided For ages 12-18 Registration is required and is valid only until the start of the program

Family Gaming Afternoon

1 p.m., Saturday, July 15

Challenge your family and friends to a variety of board games For children and teens through age 18.

Nerdy Teen Trivia

2 p m , Tuesday, July 18

Does your brain feel like it's going to implode with nerdy randomosity? If so,

See CAPE LIBRARY, page 22