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SUMMER READING TEAM - Robbie the Ringmaster- Under the Sea Magic Show.
6:30 p.m.
Featuring large colorful fish puppets, a scuba diving puppy dog, and
magic tricks. The show incorporates the theme of ocean/sea life, and
wait for the grand finale, producing live goldfish with the help of the audience members.
All events are FREE, but tickets are required unless otherwise indicated. Please pickup free tickets at the library before each event. Events are for children 6 and older. |
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ADULT: BOOK DISCUSSION
12:00 p.m.
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Half of a Yellow Sun
by Chimanda Ngozie
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TEEN READ IT WATCH IT WIN IT - Beach Cell Phone Charms & Key Ring Craft
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Teens and tweens, decorate your cell phone, computer jump drive or key ring by simply adorning it with your favorite multi-colored shells, pearls or beads! The look of natural shells will sparkle as you add charms to your project! Supplies are provided. Registration required.
PLEASE NOTE:
Attendee must be between the ages of 10 Years and 18 Years old. |
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GENEALOGY - Beginners Research Seminar
9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Genealogy is the process of learning about the lives of our ancestors. While the research will involve compiling lists of people, places, and dates, the total experience of learning about their daily lives can help broaden our knowledge about our ancestors. This seminar will be focused on helping family historians begin the process by filling out basic research forms such as Family Group Sheets and Pedigree Charts. We will discuss the steps involved in successful research. Participants are encouraged to bring information already collected about their family history.
Session One: 9:30-10:45am
Session Two: 11:00am-12:30pm
Pre-register by (1) calling Bryan Mulcahy at 533-4626, (2) e-mail the request to bmulcahy@leegov.com or (3) by calling the Fort Myers-Lee County Library at 533-4600. |
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SMALL BUSINESS SERIES - Doing Business With The Federal Government
2:00 p.m.
Learn how to take the mystery out of doing business with the Federal Government and going after government contracts. Registration is requested. |
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SUMMER READING TEAM - Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge.
3:30 p.m.
Come learn about SW Florida's sea creatures with a J. N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge Ranger. This fun, hand-on program
will teach you the importance of our wildlife around us and also give you something to take home!
All events are FREE, but tickets are required unless otherwise indicated. Please pickup free tickets at the library before each event. Events are for children 6 and older. |
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TEEN READ IT WATCH IT WIN IT - Beach Art Surf Board Style
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Surf’s up teens and tweens! “Drop In” this art class for some “Gnarly” fun as you create your own personalized surf board to hang in your room. Use samples and patterns that we provide or create your own by using paint in this “Off the top” class! Supplies are provided. Warning: Surf boards are for decoration only. Do not use at the beach or you will have a “Wipe Out.” Registration required.
PLEASE NOTE:
Attendee must be between the ages of 10 Years and 18 Years old. |
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TEEN READ IT WATCH IT WIN IT - End of Summer Party
2:00 - 4:15 p.m.
You've read, you've watched, now it's your time to win it! Bring all your Teen Bucks and join us as we have our end of summer party and auction for cool prizes. You must have teen bucks to attend the end of summer party.” Registration required.
PLEASE NOTE:
Attendee must be between the ages of 10 Years and 18 Years old. |
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| AUGUST 2010 |
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TEENS - Twilight Jeopardy - Eclipse
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Did you want to see the movie Eclipse? Did you read the book? Come play Twilight Jeopardy and win some cool prizes! We will have Team Edward vs Team Jacob. Who will win & who will lose? Your knowledge of the book is a must! Sign up today to join your teammates. Registration required.
PLEASE NOTE: Attendee must be between the ages of 10 Years and 18 Years old. |
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GENEALOGY - Beginners Research Seminar
9:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Seminar will focus on Scandinavian research sources and techniques covering the 1800's. Discussion will cover sources both in the Scandinavia region as well as areas in the United States where many immigrants arrived and later settled.
Session One: 9:30-10:45 Research Sources, Techniques, Questions/Answers
Session Two: 11:00-12:15 Internet Web sites
Speakers: Stan Brooks, Genealogist and Bryan Mulcahy, Reference Librarian
Pre-register by (1) calling Bryan Mulcahy at 533-4626, (2) e-mail the request to Bryan or (3) by calling the Fort Myers-Lee County Library at 533-4600.
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ADULT: BOOK DISCUSSION
12:00 p.m.
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A Sound Like Thunder
by Sonny Brewer
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BABY-PARENT RHYME TIME
For parents and babies from birth to 24 months.
10:30 a.m. |
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SMALL BUSINESS SERIES - How to do Business With Lee County as a Business Vendor
In 2006, Lee County spent over $800,000,000 in procurement dollars. How much did you receive? Learn how to become a vendor and do business with the county. Registration is requested.
2:00 p.m. |
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BABY-PARENT RHYME TIME
For parents and babies from birth to 24 months.
10:30 a.m. |
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| SEPTEMBER 2010 |
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LABOR DAY - All Branches Closed |
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All Branches Closed |
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ADULT: BOOK DISCUSSION
12:00 p.m.
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Godmother: The Secret Cinderella Story
by Carolyn Turgeon
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BABY-PARENT RHYME TIME
For parents and babies from birth to 24 months.
10:30 a.m. |
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BABY-PARENT RHYME TIME
For parents and babies from birth to 24 months.
10:30 a.m. |
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SMALL BUSINESS SERIES - How to Get a Small Business Loan
Geared to individuals and small businesses: understand the process, make a good impression with lenders and learn what criteria lenders use in deciding on your application. Registration is requested.
2:00 p.m. |
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| OCTOBER 2010 |
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ADULT: BOOK DISCUSSION
12:00 p.m.
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The Poe Shadow
by Matthew Pearl
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BABY-PARENT RHYME TIME
For parents and babies from birth to 24 months.
10:30 a.m. |
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SMALL BUSINESS SERIES - The Secret to Writing a Business Plan
Learn more about writing a successful Business Plan. Learn the tips of writing the Mission, Objective and Business Description. Registration is requested.
2:00 p.m. |
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BABY-PARENT RHYME TIME
For parents and babies from birth to 24 months.
10:30 a.m. |
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| NOVEMBER 2010 |
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BABY-PARENT RHYME TIME
For parents and babies from birth to 24 months.
10:30 a.m. |
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VETERAN'S DAY - All branches closed |
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ADULT: BOOK DISCUSSION
12:00 p.m.
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Curse of the Spellmans
by Lisa Lutz
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SMALL BUSINESS SERIES - What's the Best Form of Organization for my Business?
Should you be a Sole Proprietor or LLC? What's the difference? Learn about Sole Proprietorship, Partnerships, Corporations and LLC's. Registration is requested.
2:00 p.m. |
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Thanksgiving - All branches closed |
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Thanksgiving - All branches closed |
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| DECEMBER 2010 |
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BABY-PARENT RHYME TIME
For parents and babies from birth to 24 months.
10:30 a.m. |
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BABY-PARENT RHYME TIME
For parents and babies from birth to 24 months.
10:30 a.m. |
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ADULT: BOOK DISCUSSION
12:00 p.m.
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The Swan Thieves
by Elizabeth Kostova
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SMALL BUSINESS SERIES - Get into Business - How to Start, Buy or Franchise
Understand the advantages and disadvantages of buying an existing business and the differences between a franchise and a business opportunity. Learn which is better for you, purchasing a franchise or starting a new business. Registration is requested.
2:00 p.m. |
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Christmas - All branches closed |
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Christmas - All branches closed |
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New Year's - All branches closed |
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New Year's - All branches closed |
