Sanibel library offers mix of programs

The Sanibel Public Library provides a variety of programming for adults and children

Staffer Matt Gindling will host “Plants of the Coastal Shell Ridge” today, July 26, at 10 a m Part of the library's Summer School for Adults, the class will cover the most common plants one might see while strolling the beaches of Sanibel. Participants will also learn why they are so important to the island

Also today, July 26, Family Storytime for ages 5 and under will be held at 10:30 a m with Megan Willis Literacy is a family bonding experience with stories read aloud, followed by early literacy centers of play to flex minds, develop motor skills and increase creativity Programs will include an art/craft center Parents and caregivers should plan to be engaged with their child An additional Family Storytime will take place on July 28 at 3 p m with a teacher from the Children's Education Center of the Islands

Staffer and tech expert Andrew Dyen-Shapiro will host “Exploring Your Family's History: Ancestry com For Libraries” on July 27 at 10 a m Participants will learn how to use the website Following the class, they will have the chance to try it using their own family information

Also on July 27, the Teen End Of Summer Party will take place from 3:30 to 4:30 p m Youths will celebrate the end of the library's annual Summer Reading Program with some prizes and snacks

S t a f f e r a n d a r t i s t F l o r i n d a P a t t e r s o n w i l l h o s t “Coloring & Coffee for Adults” on July 28 at 10 a m Participants can enjoy a relaxing morning of coloring, drinking coffee and socializing Coffee, colored pencils and coloring sheets will be provided

On July 29, the library will hold its “SRP 2023: End of Summer Celebration” from 10:30 to 11:30 a m Attendees can get together to celebrate the end of summer and end of the Summer Reading Program

A Voter Registration Drive will take place on July 31 from 9:15 a m to 3 p m Stop by the library for voter registration forms and other voter information The Lee County Supervisor of Elections will offer forms in both English and Spanish Obtener registro Solicitud de inscripción de votante en Español.

Also on July 31, stop by for Movie Monday starting at 1 p m for a family-friendly film

SANIBEL PUBLIC LIBRARY

The Sanibel Public Library offers tools, home repair books and magazines, disaster prep books and more for patrons to borrow

Youth programs are designed for children and accompanying adults

For the most up-to-date information, visit the calendar at www.sanlib.org.

Locals and visitors ages baby to teen can sign up for the annual Summer Reading Program Stop by or register with Beanstack at www sanlib org/children Participants can pick up their registration gift

The program will run from now through July 29

Summer Book Bingo is a self-directed reading challenge for adults, with opportunities for prizes. Pick up your card at the library's service desks or download it from the “News Blog” at www sanlib org Turn in the card by Aug 31

The library offers tools, home repair books and magazines, disaster prep books and more to borrow.

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 Sanibel Public Library is open Monday through Friday from 9 a m to 5 p m and Saturday from 9 a m to 1 p m

For more information, call 239-472-2483 or visit www sanlib org

The Sanibel Public Library is at 770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel