Things to do

Beauty and the Beast

Fort Myers Theatre

16120 San Carlos Boulevard, Fort Myers

May 11 - 21

The classic story tells of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed into his former self. But time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity. ftmyerstheatre.com

Saturday, May 13 continued

Storytime

Barnes & Noble Marketplace SC

13751 Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers

Saturday, May 13 • 11 a.m.

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

Read to Dogs

East County Regional Library

881 Gunnery Road, Lehigh Acres

Saturday, May 13 • 11 a.m.

Join us at the library for reading to dogs. The dogs are registered therapy animals who volunteer with their owner/handlers as a team to help improve the literacy skills of children. Children can read down fines or just develop a love of reading through reading to dogs. 239-479-4636

Mon - 15

Let's Grow Yoga for Littles: Ages 3-5

Cape Coral Lee County Public Library

921 S.W. 39th Terrace, Cape Coral

Monday, May 15 • 10 a.m.

Let's Grow Yoga uses breathing techniques, movement and chanting/singing to channel energy throughout our bodies. This interactive program is for children 3-5 years with a caregiver. Registration is required, and class size is limited to 15 children. 239-479-4636

Tue - 16

Kindness Club

South County Regional Library

21100 Three Oaks Parkway, Estero

Tuesday, May 16 • 3:30 p.m.

Join us at the library to create kindness in our community. Kids can participate in fun activities designed to encourage kindness and help make the world a better place. This program is designed for children ages 7-11. Registration is required and guarantees your spot until the start of the program. Some activities may be messy; please dress for mess. 239-479-4636

Library Teen Talk

Cape Coral Lee County Public Library

921 S.W. 39th Terrace, Cape Coral

Tuesday, May 16 • 3:30 p.m.

For ages 12-18. Socialize, snack and form new friendships at this exciting teen program. We will be creating magnets while talking about what you want to see in your library's teen space. No registration is required. All supplies provided. 239-479-4636

Toddler Little Racers

Fort Myers Regional Library

2450 First St., Fort Myers

Tuesday, May 16 • 10 a.m.

For ages 18-36 months. Get ready to roll with toy cars and handmade race tracks. Enjoy free time to play with cars and toys while socializing with other families. Space is limited to 20 children. Please arrive early and check-in at the Youth Services Desk.

239-479-4636

Books and Blankets

North Fort Myers Public Library

2001 N. Tamiami Trail NE, N. Fort Myers

Tuesday, May 16 • 6:30 p.m.

Join us with your blankies and pajamas for this nighttime edition of storytime. Your whole family is invited to this enjoyable, all-ages storytime that encourages the development of pre-reading skills through songs, rhymes, fingerplays and stories.

239-479-4636

Birthday Club

Northwest Regional Library

519 Chiquita Blvd. N., Cape Coral

Tuesday, May 16 • 6:15 p.m.

Is it your child's birthday month? Come celebrate it with us at our monthly birthday bash. All supplies and light refreshments provided. For ages 1-5. Registration for birthday child required. Registration begins April 25 and is guaranteed only until the start of the program. 239-479-4636

Literacy Fun at the Library

Pine Island Public Library

10701 Russell Road, Bokeelia

Tuesday, May 16 • 10:30 a.m.

Preschoolers will love practicing their letters and writing on the AquaDoodle mats along with other early literacy activities that support pre-writing skills. 239-479-4636

Wed - 17

Bubble Dance Party

East County Regional Library

881 Gunnery Road, Lehigh Acres

Wednesday, May 17 • 10:30 a.m.

Families with children through age 5 are invited to dance, sing and play with bubbles. 239-479-4636

Preschool Play Date

Fort Myers Regional Library

2450 First St., Fort Myers

Wednesday, May 17 • 10 a.m.

For families with children ages 3-5. Meet new friends while developing early literacy skills through free play with games, toys and music. Space is limited to 20 children. Please arrive early and check-in at the Youth Services Desk. 239-479-4636

Bluey Bash

South County Regional Library

21100 Three Oaks Parkway, Estero

Wednesday, May 17 • 10:30 a.m.

For ages 3-5. Join Bluey and her friends for interactive games, art and lots of play. Registration is required and guarantees your spot until the start of the program. Dress for mess. 239-479-4636

Thu - 18

Bubblemania

Fort Myers Regional Library

2450 First St., Fort Myers

Thursday, May 18 • 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

STEAM Club

Cape Coral Lee County Public Library

921 S.W. 39th Terrace, Cape Coral

Thursday, May 18 • 3:30 p.m.

For ages 5-11. Be ready for fun experiments and projects as we explore the world of STEAM: Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. Dress for mess and please arrive on time. Registration is required and is guaranteed until the start of the program only.

239-479-4636

Help Me Grow: Books, Balls and Blocks

North Fort Myers Public Library

2001 N. Tamiami Trail NE, N. Fort Myers

Thursday, May 18 • 11 a.m.

We are partnering with Healthy Start of SWFL/Help Me Grow to bring this special Books, Balls and Blocks (BBB) program to the library. This program includes a free screening for families with children through age 5. Children can participate in games and activities while parents complete the screening to ensure their children are developmentally on track. Parents will also be provided with resources for activities they can do in the home with their children. This will be a fun and engaging program for children and informative and helpful to their parents. 239-479-4636

Baby Rhyme Time

Bonita Springs Public Library

10560 Reynolds St., Bonita Springs

10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 3

Cape Coral Lee County Public Library

921 S.W. 39th Terrace, Cape Coral 10 a.m. Thursday, May 4

Dunbar Jupiter Hammon Public Library 3095 Blount St., Fort Myers

10 a.m. Fridays, May 12, 19

Fort Myers Regional Library 2450 First St., Fort Myers

10 a.m. Thursday, May 4

North Fort Myers Public Library

2001 N. Tamiami Trail NE, N. Fort Myers

11 a.m. Thursday, May 4

Northwest Regional Library

519 Chiquita Blvd. N., Cape Coral 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 1

South County Regional Library

21100 Three Oaks Parkway, Estero 10 a.m. Monday, May 8

For babies up to 18 months. Babies and caregivers wiggle and giggle to stories, action rhymes, and songs while building early literacy skills 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