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Sanibel Public Library District Board Meeting

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm

Meeting Room at Sanibel Public Library

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Board Meeting

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Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Everyone

Program Type: Board Meeting

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The Library Board of Commissioners typically meets on the fourth Thursday of each month at 9:00 A.M. in the meeting room of the Library. The Board may also schedule special meetings at other times when needed.

Island Adventures Storytime

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am

Children's Area at Sanibel Public Library

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Storytime

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Babies, Children

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Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library

Room: Children's Area

Age Group: Babies, Children

Program Type: Storytime

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Join us for Storytime—an engaging, interactive experience that supports early literacy through reading, singing, talking, and playing.

Ancestry Library Edition Workshop

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Makerspace at Sanibel Public Library

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Workshop

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Everyone

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Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library

Room: Makerspace

Age Group: Everyone

Program Type: Workshop

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Join us for a hands-on workshop and learn how to navigate Ancestry Library Edition. Our library provides free access to Ancestry Library Edition, and we'll show you how to make the most of this powerful genealogy resource.

Author Katherine Applegate with her book "Odder: An Otter's Story".

Virtual Author Talk - Living the Otter Life with Katherine Applegate (3rd-6th Grade)

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Meeting at Sanibel Public Library

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Authors, Virtual

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Children, Everyone

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Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library

Room: Virtual Meeting

Age Group: Children, Everyone

Program Type: Authors, Virtual

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Virtual Author Talk - Living the Otter Life with Katherine Applegate (3rd-6th Grade)

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Digital Discovery: Photography 101

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Makerspace at Sanibel Public Library

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Workshop

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Tweens, Teens, Adults

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Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library

Room: Makerspace

Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults

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Island Adventures Storytime

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am

Children's Area at Sanibel Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime

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Babies, Children

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Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library

Room: Children's Area

Age Group: Babies, Children

Program Type: Storytime

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Join us for Storytime—an engaging, interactive experience that supports early literacy through reading, singing, talking, and playing.

Island Adventures Fairy Tale Storytime & Tea Party

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am

Children's Area at Sanibel Public Library

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Storytime

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Babies, Children

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Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library

Room: Children's Area

Age Group: Babies, Children

Program Type: Storytime

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Join us for a magical Fairy Tale Tea Party at the library! Step into a world of enchantment as we gather for a fun-filled story time event. Enjoy classic fairy tales, sip on pretend tea, and craft your own royal crown or wand.

Author Raúl The Third with his book "¡Vamos! Let’s Go Read!".

Virtual Author Talk - Dibuja tu mundo con Raúl the Third (Preescolar a 2.º grado)

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Virtual Meeting at Sanibel Public Library

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Authors, Virtual

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Children, Everyone

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Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library

Room: Virtual Meeting

Age Group: Children, Everyone

Program Type: Authors, Virtual

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Virtual Author Talk - Dibuja tu mundo con Raúl the Third (Preescolar a 2.º grado)

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Virtual Author Talk - Drawing Your World with Raúl The Third (PK-2nd Grade)

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Virtual Meeting at Sanibel Public Library

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Authors, Virtual

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Children, Everyone

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Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library

Room: Virtual Meeting

Age Group: Children, Everyone

Program Type: Authors, Virtual

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Virtual Author Talk - Drawing Your World with Raúl The Third (PK-2nd Grade)

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Island Adventures Storytime & Dinosaur Carnival

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Children's Area at Sanibel Public Library

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Storytime

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Babies, Children, Tweens, Teens

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Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library

Room: Children's Area

Age Group: Babies, Children, Tweens, Teens

Program Type: Storytime

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Join us for a thrilling Dinosaur Storytime Adventure at the library!

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10 am	This event is in the "Everyone" group Databases and Donuts 10:00am–11:00am Everyone Workshop This event is in the "Everyone" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Workshop Event Details: Enjoy a donut while exploring the Sanibel Public Library's E-Shelf! Join IT Librarian Andrew Dyen-Shapiro for a hands-on introduction to our library databases and popular digital apps like Libby, Hoopla, and Kanopy. Disclaimer(s) Photography During Programs While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status. This Library program is open to the public. No registration required. This Library program is open to the public. No registration required. This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Island Adventures Storytime 10:30am–12:00pm Babies, Children, Tweens Storytime This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Babies, Children, Tweens Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Join us for an engaging, interactive experience that supports early literacy through reading, singing, talking, and playing. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. Photography During Programs While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status. This Library program is open to the public. No registration required. This Library program is open to the public. No registration required.			This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Island Adventures Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Babies, Children, Tweens Storytime This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Babies, Children, Tweens Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Join us for an engaging, interactive experience that supports early literacy through reading, singing, talking, and playing. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. Photography During Programs While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status. This Library program is open to the public. No registration required. This Library program is open to the public. No registration required.
11 am			This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group The Florida Summer Sky 11:00am–12:00pm Teens, Adults Presentation This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Presentation Event Details: Remember the last time you were walking your dog and looked up into the night sky and said: "Gee I wonder what that star is?" Well, this is your chance to find out. Granted, local conditions always put a limit on what an observer can see. Disclaimer(s) This Library program is open to the public. No registration required. This Library program is open to the public. No registration required.		This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Science Saturday - Island Science 11:00am–12:00pm Babies, Children, Tweens, Teens This event is in the "Babies" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Babies, Children, Tweens, Teens
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2 pm	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Adam's Animal Encounters Ages (recommended ages 3-8) 2:00pm–3:00pm Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Everyone Presentation This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Everyone Program Type: Presentation Event Details: Get ready for an unforgettable adventure with Adam’s Animal Encounters! Join us at the library for an exciting, hands-on experience as Adam introduces you to a variety of fascinating animals. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. Photography During Programs While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status. This Library program is open to the public. No registration required. This Library program is open to the public. No registration required. This event is in the "Everyone" group Virtual Author Talk - Explore Unexpected Twists and Turns with Bestselling Author Lisa Jewell 2:00pm–3:00pm Everyone Authors, Virtual This event is in the "Everyone" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library Room: Virtual Meeting Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Authors, Virtual Event Details: Virtual Author Talk - Explore Unexpected Twists and Turns with Bestselling Author Lisa Jewell Register
3 pm	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Adam's Animal Encounters Ages (ages 8-99+) 3:30pm–4:30pm Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Everyone Presentation This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Everyone Program Type: Presentation Event Details: Get ready for an unforgettable adventure with Adam’s Animal Encounters! Join us at the library for an exciting, hands-on experience as Adam introduces you to a variety of fascinating animals. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. Photography During Programs While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status. This Library program is open to the public. No registration required. This Library program is open to the public. No registration required.	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Crafternoon 3:00pm–4:30pm Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us and make a work of art! A variety of craft supplies will be available along with examples and guidance. Ages 3 and up. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. Photography During Programs While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status. This Library program is open to the public. No registration required. This Library program is open to the public. No registration required.	Book Club Discussion: Orbital by Samantha Harvey 3:00pm–4:00pm Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library Room: Conference Room Event Details: Readers are invited to come in to discuss "Orbital" by Samantha Harvey. Join Eden from Sanibel Public Library who will lead the discussion.

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Virtual Author Talk - Dibuja tu mundo con Raúl the Third (Preescolar a 2.º grado)

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Photography During Programs

This Library program is open to the public. No registration required.

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This Library program is open to the public. No registration required.

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Accompanying Adults

Photography During Programs

This Library program is open to the public. No registration required.

Virtual Author Talk - Explore Unexpected Twists and Turns with Bestselling Author Lisa Jewell

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Accompanying Adults

Photography During Programs

This Library program is open to the public. No registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

Photography During Programs

This Library program is open to the public. No registration required.