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Things to do
July 6 - 7
Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised, unaware that he is actually a human, until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. 6 p.m.
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Mad Science Lab
Riverdale Public Library
2421 Buckingham Road, Fort Myers
Thursday, July 20 • 2 p.m.
Step into our lab and meet our resident mad scientists. Watch as they make crazy chemical concoctions that fizz, bubble, change color and even erupt. Recommended for grades K-6.
239-479-4636
Little Explorers and Sensory Play
North Fort Myers Public Library
2001 N. Tamiami Trail NE, N. Fort Myers
Thursday, July 20 • 11 a.m.
For families with babies up to 18 months. Play with your baby and meet new friends during this special sensory play date that promotes social skills, motor skills and helps develop early literacy skills. This play date will include sensory toys, games and music to encourage a fun and bonding experience with your baby. 239-479-4636
Gulfshore Playhouse: Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR.
The Norris Center, 755 8th Ave S, Naples
July 20 - 23
In celebration of Disney's remake of the beloved film The Little Mermaid, Gulfshore Playhouse invites students ages 8-18 to become a part of OUR world this summer in the staged musical Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR.! With its enormously popular Academy Award-winning music and delightfully charming lyrics, the live-action reboot is inspiring a whole new generation of kids. Gulfshore Playhouse is thrilled to offer the opportunity to further develop their talents and see their performance skills flourish! For tickets, call 239-261-PLAY.
Baby Play
South County Regional Library
21100 Three Oaks Pkwy, Estero
Thursday, July 20 • 10 a.m.
Explore sensory play with your baby and make new friends in a relaxed group setting. For babies up to 18 months. Registration is required and guarantees your spot until the start of the program. Space is limited to 25 children. 239-479-4636
July 20 – 21
Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naïve newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order? 6 p.m.
Rep, Historic Arcade Theatre, 2267 First Street, Fort Myers
www.floridarep.org
Fri - 21
Get Creative: Sand Art Terrariums (teen) Dunbar Jupiter Hammon Public Library
3095 Blount St., Fort Myers
Friday, July 21 • 3 p.m.
Create a colorful artificial sand terrarium in whatever design you want. Materials provided. Registration is required. 239-479-4636
Youth Theatre Production-Bulletproof Backpack
Performing Arts Center, Hinman Auditorium, 10150 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs
July 21 - 23
Devised from interviews with Florida high school and college students, this powerful script written by Broadway playwright Eric Coble brings student voices into the conversations surrounding gun violence by distilling real daily dialogues of 10 characters from different political, economic, and family backgrounds. Contains mature themes. 239-495-8989
Sat - 22
Family Gaming Morning
Cape Coral Lee County Public Library
921 S.W. 39th Terrace, Cape Coral
Saturday, July 22 • 10 a.m.
Challenge your family and friends to a variety of board games. For children and teens through age 18. 239-479-4636
Lego Club
Northwest Regional Library
519 Chiquita Blvd. N., Cape Coral
Saturday, July 22 • 2 p.m.
Join us for a short story and Lego building activities. Lego bricks provided for use during this program. 239-479-4636
Paws to Read
South County Regional Library
21100 Three Oaks Pkwy, Estero
Saturday, July 22 • 11 a.m.
Practice reading with registered therapy dogs and make a furry friend. Bring your own book or we can provide one for you. For ages 5-11. Registration is required and is guaranteed until the start of the program. 239-479-4636
Storytime
Barnes & Noble Marketplace SC
13751 Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers
Saturday, July 22 • 11 a.m.
Join us as we read stories to your little ones! 239-437-0654
Family Gaming Morning
Cape Coral Lee County Public Library
921 S.W. 39th Terrace, Cape Coral
Saturday, July 22 • 10 a.m.
Challenge your family and friends to a variety of board. For children and teens through age 18. 239-479-4636
Mon - 24
Little Red and the Big Bully Wolf Bonita Springs Public Library
10560 Reynolds Street, Bonita Springs
Monday, July 24 • 3 p.m.
Join us for a live-action theater performance just for children. The woods are scary enough without having to worry about a big bully howling in the shadows. Follow Little Red and meet her friends the three little pigs, the Gingerbread Man and more as they learn to face their fears and stand up to the Big Bully Wolf. Learn to identify, report and resist bullying as we follow Little Red on her journey to grandma's house. For ages 611. 239-479-4636
Preschool Dance Party
Lakes Regional Library, 15290 Bass Rd, Fort Myers
Monday, July 24 • 10:30 a.m.
Preschoolers and caregivers will boogie down to favorite tunes. For children through age 5 with a caregiver. Registration is not required but space is limited. 239-479-4636
Family Storytime
Fort Myers Regional Library, 2450 First St., Fort Myers
Monday, July 24 • 2 p.m.
For children through age 5 and caregivers. Families with young children enjoy a variety of stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Space is limited. Arrive early and check in at the Youth Services Desk. 239-479-4636
Operation Kindness: A Captain Friendship Adventure
Cape Coral Lee County Public Library
921 S.W. 39th Terrace, Cape Coral
Monday, July 24 • 11 a.m.
South County Regional Library
21100 Three Oaks Pkwy, Estero
Monday, July 24 • 6 p.m.
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 master the Menace of Meanness. Registration is required and is valid until the start of the program. For ages 6-11. 239-479-4636
Tue - 25
Make It Glow
Cape Coral Lee County Public Library
921 S.W. 39th Terrace, Cape Coral
Tuesday, July 25 • 2 p.m.
Let's get this party glowing. Create DIY neon signs and neon tie-dye tile coasters. Wear neon clothing or white to make sure you shine bright. Light snacks provided. For ages 12-18. Registration is required and is valid only until the start of the program. 239-479-4636
Summer Storytime
Pine Island Public Library
10701 Russell Road, Bokeelia
Tuesday, July 25 • 10:30 a.m.
Enjoy stories, songs, games and a craft. The Little Racer car set will be here for playtime fun. We will also get a visit from our lifeguard friend from the Pine Island Community pool. 239-479-4636
Operation Kindness: A Captain Friendship Adventure
Fort Myers Regional Library
2450 First St., Fort Myers
Tuesday, July 25 • 2 p.m.
Northwest Regional Library
519 Chiquita Blvd. N., Cape Coral
Tuesday, July 25 • 6:15 p.m.
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 master the Menace of Meanness - but it's going to take all of us working together on Operation Kindness. For ages 6-11 years. Registration begins July 18 and is guaranteed until the start of the program. 239-479-4636
Alcohol Inks on Glass
Riverdale Public Library
2421 Buckingham Road, Fort Myers
Tuesday, July 25 • 2 p.m.
Get creative with alcohol inks and glass jars. These vivid colors come alive as you mix them up. Supplies are provided. Registration is required. 239-479-4636
The World is Your Oyster (teen)
North Fort Myers Public Library
2001 N. Tamiami Trail NE, N. Fort Myers
Tuesday, July 25 • 2 p.m.
If you care about the environment and water quality, you won't want to miss this hands-on workshop with Sanibel Sea School. Participants will handle and measure live oysters with a caliper, learn more about the biology and importance of oysters and build an oyster garden during this interactive program for teens. Registration is required. 239-479-4636
Little Red and the Big Bully Wolf East County Regional Library
881 Gunnery Road, Lehigh Acres
Tuesday, July 25 • 11 a.m.
Join us for a live action theatre performance just for children. The woods are scary enough without having to worry about a big bully howling in the shadows. Follow Little Red and meet her friendsthe three little pigs, the Gingerbread Man and more - as they learn to face their fears and stand up to the Big Bully Wolf. Learn to identify, report and resist bullying as we follow Little Red on her journey to grandma's house. Funny, dramatic and highly entertaining. For ages 6-11. Registration is required. 239-479-4636
Teen Game Night
South County Regional Library
21100 Three Oaks Pkwy, Estero
Tuesday, July 25 • 6 p.m.
Join us for Teen Game Night with board games and video games. Featuring Super Nintendo, coding Sphero Bolts, Uno, Clue and more. For teens ages 12-17. 239-479-4636
Wed - 26
Dance/Karaoke Black Light Party for Kids
Dunbar Jupiter Hammon Public Library
3095 Blount St., Fort Myers
Wednesday, July 26 • 11:30 a.m.
Children through age 5 are invited to a magical black light party to enjoy singing, dancing or simply listening to music. 239-479-4636
Get Your Art On: Tiny Painting
South County Regional Library
21100 Three Oaks Pkwy, Estero
Wednesday, July 26 • 2 p.m.
Join us as we create mini masterpieces to share in the library. Dress for mess. For ages 7-11. Registration is required and is guaranteed until the start of the program. 239-479-4636
24th Annual Big Backpack Event
Fort Myers Skatium Rink
2250 Broadway, Fort Myers www.multicultural-centre.org
Sunday, July 30 • 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Live music, entertainment and giveaways. The first 2,000 or more children age 5-12 who arrive with their parents will receive free backpacks and school supplies or while supplies last. Children must be present with parents or guardians to receive the free supplies. Drive through pickup of backpacks, school supplies and giveaways. No parking will be permitted. Parents simply drive by with their children.
Escape the Library
Bonita Springs Public Library
10560 Reynolds St, Bonita Springs
Wednesday, July 26 • 11 a.m., 2 p.m. & 3 p.m.
You've been locked inside the library and must work together as a team to solve various puzzles, uncover clues and crack codes to escape. Prizes will be awarded to those who can escape the library. For teens ages 11-17 Registration begins July 19. Register for one session only. 239-479-4636
Bubble-tastic Dance Party
Cape Coral Lee County Public Library
921 S.W. 39th Terrace, Cape Coral
Wednesday, July 26 •11 a.m.
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. 239-479-4636
Operation Kindness: A Captain Friendship Adventure
North Fort Myers Public Library
2001 N. Tamiami Trail NE, N. Fort Myers
Wednesday, July 26 • 1:30 p.m.
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 master the Menace of Meanness - but it's going to take all of us working together on Operation Kindness. For ages 6-11. No registration is required but space is limited. 239-479-4636
Little Red and the Big Bully Wolf
Dunbar Jupiter Hammon Public Library
3095 Blount St., Fort Myers
Wednesday, July 26 • 10 a.m.
Join us for a live action theatre performance just for children. The woods are scary enough without having to worry about a big bully howling in the shadows. Follow Little Red and meet her friends - the three little pigs, the Gingerbread Man, and more as they learn to face their fears and stand up to the Big Bully Wolf. Learn to identify, report and resist bullying as we follow Little Red on her journey to grandma's house. Funny, dramatic and highly entertaining. 239-479-4636
Bunny Yoga and Mindfulness
Lakes Regional Library
15290 Bass Road, Fort Myers
Wednesday, July 26 • 2 p.m.
Class begins with a 10-minute vibe check where we introduce mindful breathing and check-in with our bodies and minds. Practice includes various movements, songs/chants and deep breathing, with the last 10 minutes being full relaxation. Bunnies will be free-roaming and you will be able to gently pet and interact with them. For teens ages 12-18. Registration is not required. Space is limited. 239-479-4636
The World is Your Oyster Northwest Regional Library
519 Chiquita Blvd. N., Cape Coral
Wednesday, July 26 • 4:30 p.m.
If you care about the environment and water quality, you won't want to miss this hands-on workshop with Sanibel Sea School. Participants will handle and measure live oysters with a caliper, learn more about the biology and importance of oysters and build an oyster garden during this interactive program for teens. For teens ages 12-17. Registration begins July 19 and is guaranteed until the start of the program. 239-479-4636
Alcohol Inks in Glass (teen)
Fort Myers Regional Library
2450 First St., Fort Myers
Wednesday, July 26 • 6 p.m.
Get creative with alcohol inks and glass jars. These vivid colors come alive as you mix them up. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required. 239-479-4636
Thu - 27
Preschool Playdate
Bonita Springs Public Library
10560 Reynolds St, Bonita Springs
Thursday, July 27 • 11 a.m.
This summer program is for families with children ages 2-5. Meet new friends while developing early literacy skills through free play with games, toys and music. 239-479-4636
Little Red and the Big Bully Wolf Riverdale Public Library
2421 Buckingham Rd, Fort Myers
Thursday, July 27 • 2 p.m.
Join us for a live action theatre performance just for children. The woods are scary enough without having to worry about a big bully howling in the shadows. Follow Little Red and meet her friends - the three little pigs, the Gingerbread Man and more - as they learn to face their fears and stand up to the Big Bully Wolf. Learn to identify, report and resist bullying as we follow Little Red on her journey to grandma's house. Funny, dramatic and highly entertaining. 239-479-4636
Bubble Dance Party
East County Regional Library
881 Gunnery Road, Lehigh Acres
Thursday, July 27 • 11 a.m.
Families with children ages through 5 are invited to dance, sing and play with bubbles. 239-479-4636
Little Red and the Big Bully Wolf
Lakes Regional Library
15290 Bass Road, Fort Myers
Thursday, July 27 • 10 a.m.
Join us for a live action theatre performance just for children. The woods are scary enough without having to worry about a big bully howling in the shadows. Follow Little Red and meet her friends - the three little pigs, the Gingerbread Man and more - as they learn to face their fears and stand up to the Big Bully Wolf. Learn to identify, report and resist bullying as we follow Little Red on her journey to grandma's house. Funny, dramatic and highly entertaining. For ages 6-11. Registration is not required but space is limited. 239-479-4636
Family Fun Night
Bell Tower Shops
13499 S Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers
Thursday, July 27 • 5 - 7 p.m.
Bell Tower will be hosting a monthly Family Fun Night. The theme and idea behind this event is to provide families a time to bond, have fun doing activities together and get their family rhythm going again. It will be held throughout the mall concourse beginning in center court. Adam's Animal Encounters will be exhibiting live exotic animals in their Mini Zoo display with educational and hands-on opportunities throughout the evening. In addition, there will be games, food, face painting and balloons sculptures. Sweet Dreams Cotton Candy will be on site spinning up delicious sweet treats. www.thebelltowershops.com
Preschool Summer Playdate
North Fort Myers Public Library
2001 N. Tamiami Trail NE, N. Fort Myers
Thursday, July 27 • 11 a.m.
This summer program is for families with children ages 3-5. Meet new friends while developing early literacy skills through free play with games, toys and music. 239-479-4636
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