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Click location (below) to go directly to programs hosted at that library.
EAST NAPLES -
8787 Tamiami Trail East - 775-5592
| STORYTIME
- no
registration required |
DAY |
TIME |
| Drop-In Activity Time
(16 mos.-5 yrs.) |
Thursdays |
10:30 a.m. |
| Make & Take craft (all
ages) |
Thursdays |
2 - 4 pm |
ESTATES - 1266 Golden Gate Blvd. W.
- 455-8088
|
STORYTIME
- no registration
required |
DAY |
TIME |
| Toddler storytime (16
months to 3 years) |
Wednesdays
Thursdays |
10 a.m. |
| Preschool storytime (3
to 5 years) |
Wednesdays
Thursdays |
10:30 |
Chess for All
2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month, 4-5 p.m.
Come one, come all! Bring your own chess board and
practice playing with other children. Ages 5 years and older.
PROGRAMS
C’mon—Start with the Arts!
Tuesday, January 5, February 2, March 2, April 6 & May 4, 2-2:30
p.m.
Join the Children’s Museum of Naples (C’mon) as we
explore the world through art and stories in our preschool
program. Each session includes interactive story time and a
creative art project in the visual or performing arts. Ages 2 to
5 years.
Creepy Crawlies
Tuesday, January 12, 6 p.m.
4-H staff will take us inside the world of bugs with
Build-a-Bug, Insect Olympics and other fun activities. Don’t
miss it! Grades K through 5.
Valentine Workshop
Tuesday, February 9, 6 p.m.
An annual favorite! We’ll have all the supplies to help
you make valentines for those you love. Ages 3 years and older.
Wizard Workshop - sponsored by the Friends of the
Library
Tuesday, March 2, 6 p.m.
Astound your friends and amaze your neighbors with
magic tricks and showmanship you'll learn from Magic by John!
Ages 8 to 10 years.
Super Science Space Event - sponsored by the
Friends of the Library
Tuesday, April 13, 6 p.m.
Super Science is back by popular demand and this time
we are blasting off into the cosmos! This fast-paced and fun
event will have you looking at constellations and star patterns,
acting out the famous myth of the big dipper, and racing to
Mars. Grades K through 5.
Get Crafty!
Tuesday, May 4, 6 p.m.
Stop by and make an old favorite or a new one! Ages 3
years and older.
GOLDEN GATE - 2432 Lucerne Road -
252-4542
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STORYTIME |
DAY |
TIME |
| Mother Goose (3-15
months) |
Wednesdays |
10 a.m. |
| Toddler Storytime (16
mos - 3 yrs.) |
Wednesdays |
10:30 |
| Combined storytime (all
ages ) |
Thursdays |
10:30 |
PROGRAMS
Crochet for Beginners
Tuesdays, January 19, February 23 & March 23, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Learn how to crochet and make a simple project. Ages 9 years and
older.
Fired Up for Reading
Fridays, January 29, February 26, March 26 & April 30, 3-4 p.m.
Come and join your Golden Gate firefighters to listen
to stories and learn about fire safety. Grades K and higher.
Robbie the Ringmaster presents Valentine’s Day
- sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Tuesday, February 9, 3-4 p.m.
Learn about the magic of Valentine’s Day and reading. Ages 3
years and older.
Let's Celebrate Dr. Seuss's Birthday!
Thursday, March 4, 10:30-11:00 a.m.
You will wonder if the Cat in the Hat really is in the library!
We will read Dr. Seuss books, make a craft and decorate a
birthday cupcake. Grades K and higher.
A Wolf in the Library? - sponsored by the
Friends of the Library
Friday, April 16, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Meet Nancy Smith, founder of Shy Wolf Sanctuary, and some of her
animal friends. Registration is required. Grades K and higher.
April Showers Bring May Flowers!
Tuesday, May 11, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Join Trisha from 4H and make a pressed flower craft. She will
bring flowers and show us how to make several items using
pressed flowers. Grades K and higher.
HEADQUARTERS - 2385 Orange Blossom
DR - 593-0870
STORY TIMES
Registration is required. Registration for January-February
story times will be Monday, January 4. Story times begin
Tuesday, January 12. Registration for March-May story times
begins Monday, March 1.
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STORYTIME |
DAY |
TIME |
| Mother Goose (3 to 15
months) |
Tuesdays
Wednesdays |
10 a.m.
11:30 |
| Toddler story time (16
months to 3 years) |
Wednesdays
Thursdays |
10
10:30 |
| Time for Twos (2 year
olds) |
Thursdays |
10 |
| Preschool story time
(3-5 years) |
Tuesdays
Wednesdays |
11
11 |
| Next Step Up (1-2 years)
|
Tuesdays |
11:30 |
| Drop-in Preschooler
story time (3-5 years) |
Thursdays |
11 |
| Drop-in Activity time
(16 months to 5 years) |
Tuesdays
Wednesdays |
10:30
10:30 |
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Handmade Treasures
January 4 - February 22
In cooperation with the Friends of the Library, the Neapolitan
Chapter of the Embroiderers Guild of America are celebrating
their Needlework Show, February 18-20, by donating a doll and a
bear to be given away at the Headquarters Regional, Naples
Regional, and South Regional libraries. Ask how to participate.
Sing 'n' Learn
Mondays, January 11, February 22, March 22, April 19, 10:30-11
a.m.
This music-rich program encourages early literacy
skills with stories, songs, rhymes, chants and instruments.
Register the first Monday of each month. Ages 2 to 6 years.
C’mon—Start with the Arts!
Fridays, January 15, February 19, March 19, April 16 & May 21,
10-10:30 a.m.
Join the Children’s Museum of Naples (C’mon) as we explore the
world through art and stories in our preschool program. Each
session includes interactive story time and a creative art
project in the visual or performing arts. Space is limited and
registration is required. Ages 2 to 5 years. Register on the
first Monday of each month.
Pups ‘n’ Books
Saturdays, January 16, February 20, March 20, April 17 & May 15,
1:30-3:30 p.m.
Sign up to read to a dog, or just to pet one. Register
on the first Monday of each month.
Play ‘n’ Learn
Join your child for a half hour of activities that will
engage the attention of the children while the
parents/caregivers learn some essential early literacy skills.
Each child who attends will receive a free book.
Play ‘n’ Learn 1 - Thursday,
April 8, 11:30 a.m.
Ages birth - 15 months.
Play ‘n’ Learn 2 - Thursday, April 15, 11:30 a.m.
Ages 16 months - 2 years.
Play ‘n’ Learn 3 - Thursday, April 22, 11:30 a.m.
Ages 3 - 5 years.
Road to Reading
Monday, March 1 - Friday, May 14
"Road to Reading" encourages parents to participate in
a variety of activities with their children. Children birth to 6
years who are not yet in first grade may participate. There will
be prizes!
PROGRAMS
Sign up for each month’s
programs on the first Monday of the month: January 4, February
1, March 1, April 5, May 3
Bead It!
Monday, January 25, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Make a bracelet, a necklace or both. Registration is
not required. Grades K through 4.
Yurtfolk: Songs and Dance from Around the World
- sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Monday, February 8, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
We’ll sing and dance to tunes from other times and places. Ages
4 to 9 years.
Family Valentine Workshop
Saturday, February 13, 11 a.m.-noon
Make a variety of valentines to give to those you love
best. Ages 3 to 7 years.
Wizard Workshop 1 - sponsored by the
Friends of the Library
Monday, February 22, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Astound your friends and amaze your neighbors with magic tricks
and showmanship you'll learn from Magic by John! Ages 5 to 7
years.
Wizard Workshop 2 - sposnored by the
Friends of the Library
Tuesday, February 23, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Astound your friends and amaze your neighbors with magic tricks
and showmanship you'll learn from Magic by John! Ages 8 to 10
years.
Going to the Dogs
Monday, March 8, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Cunningly clad canines will cavort in costume across
the stage. These darling dogs will then move to the Children’s
Library for some face-to-face time with you. Ages 3 years and
older.
Down on the Farm
Monday, March 15, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
There will be chickens, rabbits, goats and maybe a pig, to pet
in the courtyard. Registration is not required. All ages.
Spring Craft Workshop
Monday, March 22, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Bring a bit of spring into your home with these fun crafts. Ages
3 years and older.
Stop, Drop & Read
Monday, April 12, 4 - 6 p.m.
4 - 4:20 p.m. Hear a firefighter read a story. See his
gear. Do a craft. Ages 16 mo.-6 years
4:30 - 4:50. Hear a firefighter read a story. See his gear. Do
a craft. Ages 16 mo.-6 years
5 - 6. Climb on board a real fire truck. Registration is not
required to see the fire truck. All ages.
Teddy Bear Clinic
Monday, April 26, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Bring your favorite bear to the clinic for a check-up with Dr.
Goodbear. We’ll also make some bear-y nice crafts and play some
bear-y exciting games. Ages 2 to 6 years.
Under the Sea Magic Show - sponsored by the
Friends of the Library
Monday, May 10, 6:30-7:15 p.m.
Robbie the Ringmaster will bring laughter and magic to the
library. Ages 2 to 7 years.
A Visit by the Tooth Fairy
Monday, May 17, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Don’t miss this exciting visit by the Tooth Fairy.
There will be a toothy craft. Ages 5 to 7 years.
IMMOKALEE - 417 North 1ST ST -
657-2882
|
STORYTIME
- no registration
required |
DAY |
TIME |
| Combined Story Time, 10
months – 5 years |
Tuesdays |
9:30 a.m. |
Family Fun Days!
We invite families to come and have fun together for the
following programs at the Immokalee Branch Library. All supplies
will be provided. Sign-up limited to 30 participants. All ages
are welcome.
It's your Valentine
Thursday, February 11, 6 p.m.
Create your own valentine cards, make crafts plus we’ll
decorate cookies. Make this holiday very special and extra
sweet! Registration is required.
Amazing World of Reptiles! - sponsored by
the Friends of the Library
Thursday, March 18, 6 p.m.
Snakes, turtles, lizards and more! Discover the fascinating
and exciting world of reptiles with John Storms as your guide.
Easter Egg Hunt
Thursday, April 1, 6 p.m.
Join as we make Easter baskets and bunny rabbits, then we will
have our own little Easter Egg Hunt. Registration is required.
El día de los niños / El día de los libros
Friday, April 30, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Parents and children are invited to help the
Immokalee Branch celebrate Children’s Day / Book Day in April.
Mother's Day Celebration
Thursday, May 6, 6 p.m.
Everybody come celebrate at the library. Children, parents and
grandparents are invited to come and make gifts for all moms
on their day! Registration is required.
MARCO ISLAND - 210 S. Heathwood
Drive - 394-3272
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STORYTIMES |
DAY |
TIME |
| Mother Goose Storytime
(3 - 15 months) |
Thursdays |
10 a.m. |
| Family Story Time (all
ages) |
Thursdays |
10:30 a.m. |
Afterschool Adventures: Turtle Hurdles
Thursday, February 4, 3:45-4:45 p.m.
What happens in a turtle’s life after it hatches on our Florida
shores? Play a game to see how hard it is for a turtle to
survive. Presented by Everglades National Park. Grades K through
5.
Drop-in Valentine Workshop
Thursday, February 11, 3:30-5 p.m.
Drop in the Children’s Library and make a valentine or
two for your beloved. Registration is not required. All ages.
Yurtfolk: Songs and Dances From
Around the World - sponsored by the Friends of the
Library
Thursday, February 11, 5:45-6:45 p.m.
We’ll sing and dance to tunes from other times and
places. A family program for all ages.
Pups 'n' Books
Thursdays, February 25, and April 29, 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Sign up to read to a dog, or just to pet one.
Afterschool Adventures: Get
Going Green - sponsored by the Friends of the
Library
Thursday, March 4, 3:45-4:45 p.m.
Everyone is talking about going green but what does
that mean? Get simple answers and see the solutions with the
Super Science Guys. Learn about fossil fuel and green
technology. Everyone will make a wind or water turbine and a
solar bead necklace. Grades K through 5.
Afterschool Adventures: Poetry
Pizzazz
Thursday, April 8, 3:45-4:45 p.m.
Celebrate National Poetry Month with poetry games,
contests and crafts. Grades K through 5.
Afterschool Adventures: Pressing
Nature
Thursday, May 6, 3:45-4:45 p.m.
Capture earth’s beauty with flowers and foliage. Tricia
from 4-H will help us make nature books with a flower press.
Grades K through 5.
NAPLES REGIONAL - 650 Central AVE -
262-6853
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STORYTIME |
DAY |
TIME |
|
Toddler Story Time (16 mos.
- 3 yrs.) |
Tuesdays
Wednesdays |
10:30 a.m. |
|
Preschool Story Time (3-5
years) |
Thursdays |
11 |
| Make & Take craft (3-5
years) |
Friday |
all day |
Handmade Treasures - January 4
to February 22
In cooperation with the Friends of the Library, the Neapolitan
Chapter of the Embroiderers Guild of America are celebrating
their Needlework Show, February 18-20, by donating a doll and a
bear to be given away at the Headquarters Regional, Naples
Regional, and South Regional libraries. Ask how to participate.
Teen Scene at the Library -
twice a month, 4 - 5 p.m.
An hour of crafts, activities or games. Teen Scene is for middle
school and older. Registration is not required. Visit the
Children's Desk for details.
PROGRAMS
Keep on Weaving!
Wednesday, January 20, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Make a pretty wall hanging. Grades 1 through 5.
Bingo Bash
Monday, January 25, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Bring the whole family for this classic game. Prizes,
food and fun. All ages.
Valentine’s Day Crafts
Wednesday, February 10, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Make a special gift for someone you love. Grades
1through 5.
Pets on Parade
Monday, February 22, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Large or small, furry or slimy, bring your pets to
our program and show them off. All ages.
Easter Egg Hunt
Monday, March 29, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Find hidden eggs in this treasure hunt program. All
ages.
Spring Break Spring Crafts
Wednesday, March 31, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Make something special for the holidays! Grades 1
through 5.
Earth Day Crafts
Wednesday, April 21, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Print pretty napkins for your dining table. Grades
1through 5.
Terrific Toddlers
Monday, April 26, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
A program for you and your toddler. Hear a story,
play games and make a craft, all designed to get your child
ready to read. All ages.
Mother’s Day Crafts
Wednesday, May 5, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Make a special gift for your mom or grandma. Grades 1
through 5.
Paper Airplane Air Show
Monday, May 10, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Learn how to make several styles of airplanes and
then race them in our contest. Grades 1 through 5.
SOUTH REGIONAL - 8065 Lely Cultural Parkway -
252-7542
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STORYTIME |
DAY |
TIME |
| Mother Goose story time
(3 to 15 mos.) |
Mondays |
9:30 a.m. |
| Toddler TIme (16 mos. to
3 yrs.) |
Tuesdays |
10 |
| Preschooler Story Time
(3 to 5 years) |
Tuesdays |
10:30 |
Handmade Treasures - January 4
to February 22
In cooperation with the Friends of the Library, the
Neapolitan Chapter of the Embroiderers Guild of America are
celebrating their Needlework Show, February 18-20, by donating a
doll and a bear to be given away at the Headquarters Regional,
Naples Regional, and South Regional libraries. Ask how to
participate.
PROGRAMS
Pups ‘n’ Books
Saturdays, January 9, February 6, March 6 & April 3, 1:30-3:30
p.m.
Sign up to read to a dog, or just to pet one.
C’mon- Start With the Arts
Wednesdays, January 13, February 10, March 10, April 14 & May
12, 10-10:30 a.m.
Join the Children’s Museum of Naples (C’mon) as we explore the
world through art and stories in our preschool program. Each
session includes interactive story time and a creative art
project in the visual or performing arts. Ages 2 to 5 years.
Road to Reading
Monday, March 1 - Friday, May 14.
“Road to Reading” encourages parents to participate in
a variety of activities with their children. Children birth to 6
years who are not yet in first grade may participate. There will
be prizes!
Make and Take Crafts
Tuesday, January 19, 1-4 p.m.
Celebrate a no-school day and visit the Children’s
Library to make a craft or two to take home. Ages 2 years and
older. Registration is not required.
Afterschool Adventures: Turtle Hurdles
Wednesday, February 3, 3:45-4:45 p.m.
What happens in a turtle’s life after it hatches on our Florida
shores? Play a game to see how hard it is for a turtle to
survive. Presented by Everglades National Park. Grades K through
5.
Drop-in Valentine Workshop
Tuesday, February 9, 1-3 p.m.
Drop in the Children’s Library and make a valentine or two for
your beloved. Registration is not required. All ages.
Mother Nature’s Quest - sponsored by the
Friends of the Library
Wednesday, February 17, 1-1:45 p.m.
Earth is in trouble! Father Time thinks Earth should be thrown
out of the universe. Why? Because Earth’s air, land, and sea are
a mess. Can you help Mother Nature, played by Patty Carver, save
the Earth? Grades K through 2 only.
Trucks, Trucks, Trucks
Saturday, February 20, 10-12 a.m.
The library parking lot will be filled with trucks of every
shape and kind. Come talk to the operators, sit in the driver’s
seat and experience trucks up close and personal, and then visit
the Children’s Library for truck crafts. Registration is not
required. All ages.
Afterschool Adventures: Get Going Green -
sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Wednesday, March 3, 3:45-4:45 p.m.
Everyone is talking about going green but what does that mean?
Get simple answers and see the solutions with the Super Science
Guys. Learn about fossil fuel and green technology. Everyone
will make a wind or water turbine and a solar bead
necklace. Grades K through 5.
Out of My Hands Juggler Performance -
sponsored by the Friends of the Library
Wednesday, March 31 5:45-6:45 p.m.
Amazing juggler, Gerard Tricarico, will astound you as
he juggles lighted rings, bowling pins and even EGGS! A family
program appropriate for ages 4 years and older.
Afterschool Adventures: Poetry Pizzazz
Wednesday, April 7, 3:45-4:45 p.m.
Celebrate National Poetry Month with poetry games, contests and
crafts. Grades K through 5.
Teddy Bear Clinic
Tuesday, April 27, 5:45-6:45 p.m.
Bring your favorite bear to the clinic for a check-up
with Dr. Goodbear. We’ll also make some bear-y nice crafts and
play some bear-y exciting games. Ages 2 to 6 years.
Afterschool Adventures: Pressing Nature
Wednesday, May 5, 3:45-4:45 p.m.
Capture earth’s beauty with flowers and foliage.
Tricia from 4-H will help us make nature books with a flower
press. Grades K through 5.
VANDERBILT BEACH - 1445 Vanderbilt
Beach Rd. - 597-8444
|
STORYTIME
- no registration
required |
DAY |
TIME |
| Toddler Time (16
months-3 years |
Wednesdays
Thursdays |
10:15 a.m |
ABC Story time (2 1/2 -
5 yrs.)
registration
required! |
Wednesdays |
11 |
Mother Goose Story Time
(3 months -15 months) |
Thursdays |
11 |
| Make & Take craft &
puzzle day (all ages) |
Thursdays |
11 - 4 p.m. |
PROGRAMS
C’mon- Start With the Arts
Tuesdays, January 12, February 2, March 2, April 6, & May 4,
10:30-11 a.m.
Join the Children’s Museum of Naples (C’mon) as we
explore the world through art and stories in our preschool
program. Each session includes interactive story times and a
creative art project in the visual or performing arts. Ages 2 to
5 years.
100 Days of School Party
Wednesday, January 20, 4-5 p.m.
Celebrate with a scavenger hunt, word games and prizes. A
special presentation of The Electric Company, hosted by Paula
from PBS Kids. Grades K through 5.
Valentine Candy Making Workshop
Wednesday, February 10, 4-5 p.m.
Make a mini chocolate bar and design your own wrapper for that
special someone. Limited space available. Grades K through 5.
Carnival Party - sponsored by the Friends
of the Library
Wednesday, February 24, 4-5 p.m.
Lulu from Outside the Box Studio will bring the
colorful wonders of "Carnival" with music, stories, and a craft.
Grades K through 5.
Read to a Bunny at the Library
Wednesday, March 10, 4-6 p.m.
Real bunnies everywhere! Read to them and earn a carrot
for every page you read. We will also make a bunny puppet to
read to at home. Grades K through 5.
St. Patrick's Day Party
Wednesday, March 17, 4-5 p.m.
Hail the Irish potato! We will learn about the significance of
the vegetable, taste colcannon, create art with potato stamping
and make a Mr. Potato head. Grades 1 through 6.
Celebrate the Earth Party
Wednesday, April 14, 4-5 p.m.
Capture Earth's beauty with flowers and foliage. Tricia from 4H
will help us make nature books with a flower press. Grades 1
through 5.
Word Friends Return
Wednesday, April 28, 4-5 p.m.
See the popular PBS Kids show, WordWorld. They’re animals whose
bodies are made up of letters that spell what they are. Learn
word building skills through games and fun. Ages 4 to 6 years.
Mother’s and Father’s Day Workshop
Wednesday, May 5, 3-6 p.m.
Make a card and gift for your mom and dad. Grades K through 5.
Magic Show - sponsored by the Friends of
the Library
Wednesday, May 12, 4-5 p.m.
Be amazed with Magic by John. Watch his astounding tricks and
hilarious antics. A family program recommended for ages 4 years
and older.
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