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Fun with VR: Epic Roller Coaster North Pole Ride

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace at Sanibel Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Holiday-themed vr roller coaster experience in Meta Quest virtual reality.

Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Holiday-themed vr roller coaster experience in Meta Quest virtual reality.

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 "Adults" group

Author Series Event

12/16/2025 @ 9:00am to 12/18/2025 @ 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Sanibel Public Library
Program Type:
Authors, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

Author Series Event

Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Authors, Presentation
Event Details:

Author Series Event

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Family Storytime

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area at Sanibel Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Children

Welcome to Family Storytime where literacy is a family bonding experience.

Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Welcome to Family Storytime where literacy is a family bonding experience.

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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Santa’s 3D Printing Workshop – Holiday Ornaments

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace at Sanibel Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn about 3D printing. Print your own holiday ornament and decorate it. 

Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Learn about 3D printing. Print your own holiday ornament and decorate it. 

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

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area at Sanibel Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Join us and make your own Christmas ornament or Holiday magnet.  A variety of craft supplies will be available along with examples and guidance. Ages 3 and up.

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 your own Christmas ornament or Holiday magnet.  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.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Sanibel Public Library District Board Meeting

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Sanibel Public Library
Program Type:
Board Meeting
Age Group:
Everyone

The Library Board of Commissioners 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.

Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Board Meeting
Event Details:

The Library Board of Commissioners 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.

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Family Storytime

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area at Sanibel Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Children

Welcome to Family Storytime where literacy is a family bonding experience.

Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Welcome to Family Storytime where literacy is a family bonding experience.

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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

One Community, One Book

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Authors, Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Authors, Book Club

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

Discovering Library Databases

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace at Sanibel Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Everyone

Discovering online library research tools in a relaxing session. 

Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Discovering online library research tools in a relaxing session. 

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

Saturday Crafterday with Artist Melissa Gindling

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
ThinkTank Makerspace at Sanibel Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Come into Sanibel Public Library Saturday Crafterday ~ hosted by Melissa Gindling, a professional artist and coloring book creator.

Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library
Room: ThinkTank Makerspace
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come into Sanibel Public Library Saturday Crafterday ~ hosted by Melissa Gindling, a professional artist and coloring book creator.

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

Family Storytime

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area at Sanibel Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Children

Welcome to Family Storytime where literacy is a family bonding experience.

Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Welcome to Family Storytime where literacy is a family bonding experience.

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

Closed - Christmas Holiday

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Sanibel Public Library
Program Type:
Closing
Age Group:
Everyone

 

Sanibel Public Library will be closed on December 24 and December 25 for the Christmas holiday.

The Library will reopen at 9 a.m. on Friday, December 26.

Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Closing
Event Details:

 

Sanibel Public Library will be closed on December 24 and December 25 for the Christmas holiday.

The Library will reopen at 9 a.m. on Friday, December 26.

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Family Storytime

Friday, December 26, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area at Sanibel Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Children

Welcome to Family Storytime where literacy is a family bonding experience.

Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Welcome to Family Storytime where literacy is a family bonding experience.

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

Family Storytime- Special Music Storytime

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area at Sanibel Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Children, Tweens

 

Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Babies, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

 

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

Closed - New Years Holiday

12/31/2025 @ 1:00pm to 01/01/2026 @ 11:45pm
Sanibel Public Library
Program Type:
Closing
Age Group:
Everyone

 

Sanibel Public Library will be closed on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, AT 1 P.M. through Thursday, January 1, 2026, for the New Year holiday.

The Library will reopen at 9 a.m. on Friday, January 2, 2026.

Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Closing
Event Details:

 

Sanibel Public Library will be closed on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, AT 1 P.M. through Thursday, January 1, 2026, for the New Year holiday.

The Library will reopen at 9 a.m. on Friday, January 2, 2026.

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Family Storytime

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area at Sanibel Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Children

Welcome to Family Storytime where literacy is a family bonding experience.

Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Welcome to Family Storytime where literacy is a family bonding experience.

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
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Family Strengthen & Stretch with Ms. Robin

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Area at Sanibel Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Presentation, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Everyone

In this class, designed for children and families we'll combine energetic movements, playful stretches, and calming breathwork to help you feel strong, flexible, and focused.

Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Presentation, Workshop
Event Details:

In this class, designed for children and families we'll combine energetic movements, playful stretches, and calming breathwork to help you feel strong, flexible, and focused.

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

Family Storytime

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area at Sanibel Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Children

Welcome to Family Storytime where literacy is a family bonding experience.

Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Welcome to Family Storytime where literacy is a family bonding experience.

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 "Adults" group

What’s in a German Name?

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Sanibel Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

This presentation will explore German naming customs of both forenames and surnames to help the genealogist better understand how their ancestors got their names and how important those naming customs are.

Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

This presentation will explore German naming customs of both forenames and surnames to help the genealogist better understand how their ancestors got their names and how important those naming customs are.

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 "Adults" group

"No Ordinary Bird: Drug Smuggling, a Plane Crash, and a Daughter's Quest for the Truth" Book Talk and Signing with Artis Henderson.

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room at Sanibel Public Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

Artis Henderson’s work has appeared in National Geographic, the New York Times, Reader’s Digest and Sierra, among others.

Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Event Details:

Artis Henderson’s work has appeared in National Geographic, the New York Times, Reader’s Digest and Sierra, among others.

Disclaimer(s)

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

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

Master Gardeners Volunteer Meeting

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 12:45pm - 1:45pm
Conference Room at Sanibel Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library
Room: Conference Room
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

R.E.A.D to Rizzo

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Young Adult Area at Sanibel Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

R.E.A.D to Rizzo at the Sanibel Public Library. If your child needs a confidence boost when it comes to reading and reading out loud, come and practice with the most accepting, lovable, fluffy girl around.

Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library
Room: Young Adult Area
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

R.E.A.D to Rizzo at the Sanibel Public Library. If your child needs a confidence boost when it comes to reading and reading out loud, come and practice with the most accepting, lovable, fluffy girl around.

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 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

A Puzzling Crafternoon

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area at Sanibel Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults

Join us and design your very own jigsaw puzzle! Each puzzle will be a unique work of art you can play with over and over again. A variety of craft supplies will be available along with examples and guidance. Ages 3 and up.

Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us and design your very own jigsaw puzzle! Each puzzle will be a unique work of art you can play with over and over again. 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.

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Family Storytime

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area at Sanibel Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Children

Welcome to Family Storytime where literacy is a family bonding experience.

Library Branch: Sanibel Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Welcome to Family Storytime where literacy is a family bonding experience.

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.