Things to do

Back to School Backpack & Supply Giveaway/Family Event

Christian Life Fellowship Church , 1200 SW 20th Ave, Cape Coral Saturday, August 5 • 9 - 11 a.m.

Free food, inflatables and fun for the entire family. Lunchboxes for the first 25 to check-in. Raffles throughout the morning. *limit one backpack of supplies per child present while supplies last. 239-283-2299

Thursday, August 17 continued

Bubble Dance Party

East County Regional Library

881 Gunnery Road, Lehigh Acres

Thursday, August 17 • 10:30 a.m.

Families with children through age five are invited to dance, sing and play with bubbles. 239-479-4636

Bricks, Blocks and Books

Pine Island Public Library

10701 Russell Road, Bokeelia

Thursday, August 17 • 10:30 a.m.

Join your storytime friends for this fun literacy playdate. A variety of building blocks and bricks will be available for your preschooler to create with. Favorite picture books will also be offered for inspiration and read-a-long fun. 239-479-4636

Ants in Your Pants Dance Party

Northwest Regional Library

519 Chiquita Blvd. N., Cape Coral

Thursday, Aug. 17 • 10:30 a.m.

Shake your sillies out at the library. Get ready to twist and shout at this special dance party. We’ll boogie down to pop hits and favorite preschool tunes. For ages 2-5. 239-479-4636

Bubblemania

Fort Myers Regional Library

2450 First St., Fort Myers

Thursday, August 17 • 10 a.m. Soapy bubbles everywhere. Join us for an exciting morning of bubble blowing as we listen to our favorite tunes. 239-479-4636

Tech Free Thursday

Northwest Regional Library

519 Chiquita Blvd. N., Cape Coral

Thursdays, August 17, 31 • 2 p.m.

Let's play like it is 1985 and pretend there is no technology. For teens ages 12-18. 239-479-4636

Fri - 18

Baby Rhyme Time

Dunbar Jupiter Hammon Public Library

3095 Blount St., Fort Myers

Fridays, August 18, 25 • 10 a.m

For babies up to 18 months. Babies and caregivers wiggle and giggle in a supportive environment. Space is limited. Arrive early and visit the children's desk to check in. First come, first served. 239-479-4636

Building with Big Bricks

Riverdale Public Library

2421 Buckingham Road, Fort Myers

Friday, August 18 • 10 a.m.

Join us for a short story and Lego building activities. Legos provided for use during this program. 239-479-4636

Bricks 4 Kids

Dunbar Jupiter Hammon Public Library

3095 Blount St., Fort Myers

Friday, August 18 • 10:30 a.m.

Kids learn best through activities that engage their curiosity and creativity. For now, they get to build fun stuff out of Lego bricks and create a positive association that science is fun.

239-479-4636

Parents Night Out - Superheroes

Four Freedoms Park

4818 Tarpon Ct, Cape Coral

Friday, August 18 • 6 - 9 p.m.

Join us for themed fun! Kids will get to do crafts, games, activities, and dinner are provided. 239-574-0804

Sat - 19

Family Craft Saturday

North Fort Myers Public Library

2001 N. Tamiami Trail NE, N. Fort Myers

Saturday, August 19 • 11 a.m.

Children of all ages and their families are invited for a morning of crafting. All supplies will be provided, just bring your creativity. No registration required. 239-479-4636

Family Storytime

Northwest Regional Library

519 Chiquita Blvd. N., Cape Coral

Saturday, August 19 • 10 a.m. For children through age five and caregivers. Families with young children enjoy a variety of stories, songs, rhymes and movement.

239-479-4636

Family Art Lab Alliance For The Arts

10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers

Saturday, August 19 • 10 a.m. - noon

Make creativity part of your family routine the 3rd Saturday of each month during Family Art Lab! Drop in for free, hands-on family fun from 10 a.m. to noon. Explore something new every month like art mak- ing, gallery activities, games and more – all inspired by artworks on view in the gallery, famous artists, national holidays and artistic traditions around the world. Recommended for ages five and older, but all ages and abilities are encouraged to participate. 239-939-2787

Storytime

Barnes & Noble Marketplace, 13751 Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers

Saturday, August 19 • 11 a.m.

Join us as we read stories to your little ones every Saturday morning! 239-437-0654

All-Abilities Kids Storytime

Lakes Regional Library, 15290 Bass Road, Fort Myers

Saturday, August 19 • 10 a.m.

For ages 3-12 and caregivers. This storytime emphasizes books, music and sensory experiences designed for children with adaptive needs and their families. Using visual schedule boards, stories are told through multiple modalities. This creates a positive storytime experience in a quieter environment with reduced sensory stimuli. Class size is limited to 10 children, plus their parents or caregivers. 239-479-4636

Sun - 20

Sunday Makebreak: Kindness is Cool Poster

Michaels - Market Square

13741 S Tamiami Trl, Ste 1, Fort Myers

Sunday, August 20 • 2 - 4 p.m.

Come in-store and make a fun poster for the summer. This event is free, and all supplies are included! 239-215-1730

Mon - 21

It's All Greek to Me

Lakes Regional Library, 15290 Bass Road, Fort Myers

Monday, August 21 • 4 p.m.

Explore Greek mythology. Join us for games and crafts. For ages 6-11. No registration is required, but space and supplies are limited. 239-479-4636

Tue - 22

Toddler Playtime

Fort Myers Regional Library

2450 First St., Fort Myers

Tuesday, August 22 • 10 a.m.

For ages 18-36 months. Meet new friends while exploring and developing early literacy skills through free play, games and toys. Registration is required. Arrive early to ensure your registration. 239-479-4636

Wii Game Night

Fort Myers Regional Library

2450 First St., Fort Myers

Tuesday, August 22 • 4 p.m.

For ages 13-18. Join us in the teen scene as we engage in Wii games. We have a great variety of Wii Sports, Super Mario Brothers and other games to choose from. 239-479-4636

Wed - 23

Baby Play Date

Cape Coral Lee County Public Library

921 S.W. 39th Terrace, Cape Coral

Wednesday, August 23 • 10:30 a.m.

For ages up to 24 months. Meet new friends and explore sensory activities that promote the development of early literacy skills through free play, games and toys. Dress for mess. No registration is required, but space is limited. Tickets are available 30 minutes before the start of the program. 239-479-4636